The Blind Apex Podcast

Send us Fan MailAK from CHAOS Fab Shop (chaosfabshop.com @chaosfabshop) joins me to talk about truck and trailer maintenance. The Chaos team spends most weekend at some offroad park or drift event all over the United States... so who better to talk to us about how to keep our rigs rolling!?!?!Support the show

Send us Fan MailJaime, from RaceFFPod, brings a box of tissues as I explain how to destroy an ENGINE and TRANSMISSION at the same time. When tolerances stack and you get a little careless, massive destruction occurs. Learn from me... dont do this the hard way. Support the show

Send us Fan MailJohn from Hytech exhaust... a man that has been building high quality, race proven (on all levels) headers and exhausts... joins me to talk about the important pieces of the exhaust side of the engine and what we need to consider. He told me he's controversial and he didn't disappoint. Support the show

Send us Fan MailCarlos (@cvr49) joins me to talk about how he got into his vette and fresh new balance shoes... and we devolved into how he uses the outlap to feel the tires and the techniques he uses to feel the tires out before a stint on track. Support the show

Send us Fan MailDid you know springs are a wear item on your race car? Did you know they dont just compress but they can bend? Frank from Swift Springs joins me to educate us on springs, what to look for, what to avoid, and the harsh environment they live in. Support the show

Send us Fan MailJake from @bainracing joins me to talk about the induction side of the engine. In a world of peak HP or detuning engines for classes... we need more education on this side of the engine to maximize our performance. Support the show

Send us Fan MailRace and Hyperfest Event Director Chris Cobetto joins me to talk about Hyperfest 2026. 24 years of Hyperfest... the event lives on, evolves, and has so much to do (even FREE stuff!)... it truly is the Automotive Amusement Park! Support the show

Send us Fan MailBecause of the drama from the sway bar episode... Ms. Jackie Andrews (@lo_buk_motorsports) joins me to talk about all the advice on the internet for your setup... and why it doesnt usually work. Stuff just gets in the way... lots of stuff. Support the show

Send us Fan MailAt the end of 2026 I will be upgrading to Penske dampers on the 8th gen Civic... I sit down with a Penske Shock Tech, Brian Miller, and Penske's unofficial social media guy, Trent Daggett to talk about the process, the reasons why you should go Penske, and much more! Support the show

Send us Fan MailRemember when Race Hero died? Are you having flashbacks fighting with Speed Hives last year? THERE IS A SOLUTION!!!! Jon from DriverLink.io joins me to talk about his project to bring back live timing and scoring AND add data, analysis, historical tracking, etc. all in one app! Support the show

Send us Fan MailAndrew Brilliant, of world time attack fame and beyond, joins me to talk about aero myths in club racing... and what we can do to better our downforce where rules allow. Yes, we even talked about rules... because I just had to bring it up. Support the show

Send us Fan MailNASA FL Chief Instructor Luis Jimenez joins me to give us a Track Talk about Sebring International Raceway... if you are thinking about NASA Nationals 2026... this episode is for you! Support the show

Send us Fan MailMegan Ryder, lead engineer of the #98 Bryan Herta Autospor Elantra N.... fresh off her race weekend at Daytona, joins me to talk car preparations... and how to apply what the pros do to our amateur race programs. She's even going racing herself in a retired TCA car! Support the show

Send us Fan MailJackie Andrews (@lo_buk_motorsports), our in house suspension guru and driving coach, joins us to talk swaybars and what they can do to alter the way our car feels! Support the show

Send us Fan MailGrant from Honed Developments (@honed_developments) joins me (again) to talk Suspension Frequencies and how to apply them in your life. He also points out how jacked up my suspension is... and we also spent some time catching up... because the parts catalog grew tremendously over the last year and a half! Support the show

Send us Fan MailEli from Evilla Motorsports (@evillamotorsports) joins me to talk about why that lingering second (or third) project car might be holding you back. Can you stay committed to one car? Listen this week to find out why you should! Support the show

Send us Fan MailDeacon Greenfield joins me to talk about his journey... from a childhood with RC cars to building a CRX with his family to driving a NC Miata... and his push toward a IMSA ride. We talk about the difference in driving styles and what its taken to get him up front in his SCCA region... its a great story, you wont want to miss. Support the show

Send us Fan MailRicky and Kat (@MSGbuilt) join me to talk about the father/daughter Miata adventure. Kat swears she is going to beat her dad on track one day... and he's completely cool with it. If you have a youngster in your life that you want to get involved... this story is full of good advise. The next generation of racer is counting on you! If you like what you hear... please share the podcast and consider supporting the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailAyden Westbye joins me to talk about transitioning from a Camaro in HPDE to racing and TTing a Miata... some say its stepping backward... some say its stepping forward as a driver... all agree they are completely different. Support the show

Send us Fan MailJason Lineberg joins me so we can close out year 3 of the podcast.... I guess eventually we wont have to do these... but its good to chill out and talk about the accomplishments of the year and where the podcast is headed. Support the show

Send us Fan MailJason Leach of Operation Motorsport joins us to talk about how we can give back to veterans through motorsports. If you know a veteran, if you are a veteran, if you care about your veterans... you want to listen to this and get involved. www.operationmotorsport.orgSupport the show

Send us Fan MailDillion and Peter joing me to talk about Dillions first endurance race. The trials, the tribulations, the lessons learned, and the epic stories... these guys made it more tempting. Support the show

Send us Fan MailTUNE IN to hear what the giveaway will be for 2025! Go to @theblindapexpodcast on IG to find the post to enter! If you like what you hear... SHARE the podcast with friends and think about directly supporting the podcast at www.buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailAndy Smedegard of ASMotorsports (@asmotorsports.us) joins me to talk about the development of the "trainer" S2000s and the new work with the BRZ/FRS chassis... and we even talk a little SuperK. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast or consider donating at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailKevin Zhu meets the Honda Challenge 8th and 9th gen civic crew... and we all try to convince you guys to move away from golden era cars and into our beloved mcpherson cars. If you like what you hear... please share the podcast with friends. Support the show

Send us Fan MailGLTC Legend, Eric Kutil (joins me to expand on the thoughts about "if you aren't making adjustments ever session, you aren't trying to go faster." If you like what you hear... share the podcast with friends and/or consider supporting the podcast through buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailPatrick Brunson and Scott Adams join me to talk about Patricks journey from Honda Challenge (which he still wants to race) to GR CUP (aka Spec 86)... we even get into how they compare Iracing data to the data from the actual car... and use it to prepare. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with friends! Support the show

Send us Fan MailJett from Lead Foot Racing joins me to talk about being marketable and adding value... and tips on how to gain partnerships for your race program. If you like what you hear... please share the podcast! Support the show

Send us Fan MailJosh from KDMTuners (kdmtuners.com) joins me to talk about their 2025 season, the commitment it took to run the GridLife season from the west coast, how the teamwork made it happen, and lots of other juicy bits to help us all be successful! If you like what you hear, please share with friends and/or support us at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThe guys at RACESETUPPRO.COM join me to talk about how their product can help us get faster by dialing in our cars! I didnt think it could be done, there are so many factors... but these guys are making it happen! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast or think about supporting it at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailDr. Matt Jones of Towlos joins us to talk about traits you might already possess that you can lean on to help you in the garage and on the track to get faster! If you need to rent a trailer or would like to make some money off the trailer that is sitting at your house... visit Towlos.com AND for our listeners use BLIND12 for 12% off your 1st towlos rental. Enter code at checkoutIf you like what you hear... please share the podcast or consider donating at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailDan from osms.io joins me to talk about his open source budget friendly track/race car data system he is developing! Sure I just ordered an AIM dash... but this system, if you are tech savy, would be pennies on the dollar! If you want to support the podcast, share with friends or consider contributing at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailI'm a Honda guy... but sometimes we want to up our game and look at the finer things in life... John Cengiz of Apex Autowerks joins me to talk about budget friendly Porsche track/race cars! If you want to support the podcast, share with friends or consider contributing at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailVickey and Bill Fischer grill me on what i have been up to, the last race weekend and how it went... i'm only 7 months late with getting this car where it needed to be. If you want to help the podcast, share it with friends or consider contributing at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailDavid and Daniel Calzada of FireLaps joins us to talk about AI in motorsports, the current status, what the future might hold, and how FireLaps can help you get faster! If you like what you hear... share the episode with friends! Support the show

Send us Fan MailSustenance is important... and we all ignore it at the track for various reasons. I sit down with Eli from Evilla Motorsports to talk about the what, when, and how of eating at the race track... even on a budget! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast.... or support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailSome people love it, some hate it, and some people just dont care... the "new" Toyo R has been a "weird" tire to figure out... Ms. Jackie Andrews (lo_buk_motorsports) of LoBuk Motorsports joins me to talk about the Toyo R and her experiences with it... coaching, setup, and overseeing the NE Honda Challenge group that run it. Support the show

Send us Fan MailMario Korf joins me to talk about the Speed Secrets Academy... a 2 or 3 day event packed with drills, taught by heavy hitter race coaches, personalized for you! This isnt your average HPDE! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast or consider donating at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailShawn Bassett of Hel Performance USA joins me to talk brake/hydrolic lines.... wear and potential issues... and we go down a rabbit hole on if they are actually a consumable like I seem to be using them as... If you like what you hear... please share and consider donating to buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailLong time Miata racer and founder of 949 racing and Super Miata, Emilio, joins me to talk about the basic needs for each chassis and the development of parts for each. If you like what you hear... please share with friends or consider donating at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailHave we all (or just me) been sleeping on the KDM cars here in the US? Eli Villa of evillamotorsports.com joins me to talk about the modern KDM cars... these arent the throw away cars of the 90s anymore! if you like what you hear, please share the podcast with friends and/or consider helping the podcast through buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailBryc Talley, from subiefest.com, is back on the podcast... and are going to talk a little about the current state of the car culture AND how you, as a motorsports enthusiast, should be plugged into it... defeat burnout, develop relationships... have more fun! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with friends and consider supporting the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailEvan Mclaren comes back on to talk about eating ramen and crying on the internet... well maybe to stop crying on the internet and to start living a life that lets you live the motorsports lifestyle... a more sustainable and consistent lifestyle where you can hit the go fast crack pipe more regularly... no matter what inflation is doing to our sports (passion). if you like what you hear PLEASE SHARE THE PODCAST and maybe contribute to it at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailEric "Dewey" Dewitt, driver of Boogie, and of Heat Exchanger and IAG Thrusday Thing fame.... Joins me to dispell myths and rumors... and map out when and where you need to upgrade your Subaru to keep it reliable on track! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast... or think about directly supporting the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailJon and Tony from 91Octane join me to talk about their first track cars... and what you might want to make your first track car... Jon was laughing so hard he was clipping and shutting his mic off... its not just dead air LOLIf you like what you hear, please share with friendsSupport the show

Send us Fan MailMy offseason has continued into the middle of 2025... and its weighting on me. Join me and Bill Fischer from Garage Heroes In Training as we go over how I'm going to attack the rest of the season!If you want to help the podcast... share the podcast and/or visit buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcast Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe man behind the Player Haters Track Event at Rockingham Speedway, Andrew Meek, joins me to talk about the event, his motivations, and whats in store for the future! I didnt get to drive the event... but I did attend it... and everyone was having a blast! Stay tuned to hear whats in store for 2026! If you like what you hear... please share the podcast with friends and potentially support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailYes you are an Alpha... with an ego... the drive to win is #1 in your life... but its time to check yourself (and your check on your friends)Devin Giles of Professional Awesome Podcast and the Heat Exchanger Podcast... joins me to introduce the Brake Check Podcast... His new venture into help motorsports enthusiasts improve their mental health. We talk about some of the strategies I use to keep my sanity, relieve the stresses of competitive motorsports, and how important having (and being) a support structure for friends and family can be. Support the show

Send us Fan MailOccamsracers.com ... where you need to go to find the actual report we talked about in this podcast... Mario Korf joins me to talk about the process, content, and the wind tunnel/CFD relationship in this episode! If you like what you hear... share the podcast or go to buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailScott Robertson of Robertson Racing and the Track Walking Podcast... One Lap of America Cult member and top 10 overall finisher in 2025... talks to us about what kind of car it takes to be top 10, what kind of things to consider, and how to prepare and survive as a driver! If you like what you hear, please share with friends. If you are feeling generous, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcastSupport the show