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The Ignition Podcast
by Harry Phypers
The Ignition podcast is about cars and following your passion; it asks questions of CEOs, racing drivers, engineers, content creators, and everyone in between. Join Host Harry Phypers as he finds out from his guests what they've done to get to where they are today, the lessons learnt, how they navigated their careers and what it is they enjoy most about the life they live. I hope you enjoy the episodes, and thank you for listening! If you love all things cars, this podcast is for you. Please rate and review the podcast on this platform. I would love to know your thoughts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Secrets of the Luxury Car World | Tom Jaconelli on Selling to the Top 1%
Episode Description In this episode of the Ignition Podcast, Harry Phypers interviews Tom Jaconelli, Managing Director of Romans International, one of the most prestigious luxury car dealerships in the world. Tom shares his unique journey from a non-car enthusiast to becoming a pivotal force in…
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Bob Laishley | Caterham Cars - Apprentice to CEO
CEO of Caterham Bob Laishley is on this extraordinary episode of The Ignition Podcast. From Apprentice to CEO, Bob's career isn't one of flash glamour and fame. Bob is as humble as they come he's probably the same guy from the midlands who wanted to work hard, do right by his employer and get the...
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Simon Squibb | Homeless to Helping Millions
In this brief but powerful episode of The Ignition Podcast, we chat with Simon Squibb, a visionary entrepreneur who turned his struggle into a mission to help others. Kicked out of his home at 15, Simon has gone from surviving the streets to building and selling multi-million-pound businesses.…
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Pwuf talks cars | 2 Million Followers in 1 Year and this is how he did it.
Pwuf talks about cars on The Ignition podcast. If you like cars and are on social media, you have seen Max doing his thing on camera. But how does someone with no prior social presence or connections in the car world go from taking videos on the street to sitting in multi-million-pound cars and...
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TOYOTA was my first client at only 17! | Jamie Bufton - Photographer
Jamie started at his local hill climb, Shelsey Walsh; he realised that taking photos for drivers was an opportunity to cover the cost of his ticket; from that point onwards, Jamie has been using his sense of problem-solving and people skills to climb the career ladder from a young age. At only…
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Richard Tuthill | Taking over a family business and going WORLDWIDE
This is a podcast with Richard Tuthill of Tuthill Porsche. Richard started working for his Dad, and when it was his turn to run the family business, he wasn't handed anything. He bought his way into the business from his Dad and, along the way, had some arguments and disagreements about running…
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I Disappeared and I'm sorry...
On this episode, I will let you know what we have instore for the year ahead. I had fell out of love for the podcast and I will admit that. So over the course of the year ahead, I will be back at it. With 2 episodes a week and some brand new content. In the meantime, here are some episodes for…
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The Go Karter quicker than HAMILTON | Dexter Collins
Finding the next British racing superstar? Seems like an easy feat, but Lewis Hamilton's story is one that many cling onto because of the struggle, battle against adversity and the breaking down of barriers. But surely we all have moments in our life like that? Our guest today is Dexter Collins,...
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Dave (Ted) Edmonston - From PistonHeads to Collecting Cars and everything in between
Dave (Ted) Edmonston, in this week's exciting episode, we speak to one of the automotive industry's most innovative technologists. Founder of PetrolHeads, the largest online community of car enthusiasts to the CTO and CMO of Collecting Cars, the brainchild of Chris Harris and Ed Lovett. Hear from...
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The ULTIMATE Driving Tour? | Anthony Moss
Anthony shares his childhood fascination with cars, which led him to organize track days and eventually start his rally series. The conversation also touches on the motivation behind expanding internationally and the importance of adapting to adversity, he shares his journey from rallying to…
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From SIMULATOR to SUPERCAR | Sim Motorsport - Simon Ricketts
Join us for this weeks episode with Simon Ricketts, CEO and founder of SIM MOTORSPORT. SIM Motorsport, the UK's leading race car simulation centre, is the perfect place for you. It offers advanced race car simulators equipped with the FIA-officially licensed D Box Haptic suspension system, which...
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Mark Blundell | Giving Damon Hill his World Championship while I won at Le Mans
In this episode, we speak to Mark Blundell. Mark has been in F1, Le Mans Sports cars and more. Mark hasn't got the most championships under his belt, but he has a wealth of experience driving and making deals. In this podcast, we go over his time racing, the mindset he had to develop and what it...
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The RELENTLESS pursuit of F1 | Ex Ferrari Rob Smedley
Rob Smedley discusses his passion for Formula One and how attending the British Grand Prix ignited his love for the sport. He shares his journey into Formula One, starting with his fascination with Formula One cars and his determination to work in the industry. Rob talks about his time at Jordan...
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Staying 100% RACEFIT | Claire Johnson - Naked Warrior
Claire J is extremely passionate about health, fitness, and wellbeing in motorsport. She believes being fit is essential for longevity in the sport and improving performance on race days. Claire got into motorsport during the first lockdown when she published a book about female empowerment and...
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Lewis Houghton - Creating COPYNTHAT, my dream job using only Linkedin
In this episode, we speak to small business owner and entrepreneur Lewis Houghton; lewis was only sometimes a self-starter. He worked in Aldi looking at vegetables. But one thing he has always loved was motorsport. This episode we speak from transiiton from fan to employee to boss and what that…
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From NOTHING to Formula Women WORLD CHAMPION | Erika Hoffman
Erika Hoffmann shares her journey into motorsport, the importance of racing, and her future goals. She discusses the challenges she faced as a female athlete in male-dominated sports and how she overcame setbacks and pressure. Erika also talks about her involvement with Slate Racing, an...
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Worlds FIRST self published car magazine | Craig Toone - Rush Magazine
Craig Toone is the founder of Rush Magazine and Automotive blog. In this episode, we talk about how the motivation and idea came about from starting your own car magazine and how you get started doing such a thing. Craig did this in his 30s so that you can start this at any time; never has there...
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What is work like? - My life as a TikTok creator for F1! | Grace Gee
Grace is a content creator and F1 fan. This series of podcast episodes is all about people at the beginning of their careers and what they are learning/ have learned so far. You can listen to, learn from yourself, and see what it's like starting in motorsport and automotive! TikTok:...
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SPARK #64 - The Pursuit of the Impossible: Motorsport in Africa | Ryan Yates
Ryan Yates, CEO of IDACI Motorsport speaks on what he wants to achieve in the future. IDACI started as a school club for motorsport and STEM in Schools. This is the start of something that could revolutionise the way we look at motorsport in Africa Instagram:...
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RE-IGNITED: Edmund Surtees - From Basket ball to Formula E | How to tell stories that reach millions of people
As a congratulations and well done to Ed Surtees, we wanted to re-release an old episode with him! We talk: Formula E, videography, his love of cars and so much more Well done Ed! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edsurtees/p/CzEvPTar-vw/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edsurtees/...
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SPARK #63 - Tessa Whittock | Being a business owner, Pro-Drifter and Stunt driver
This Spark from our episode with Tessa, covers the effect of doing multiple jobs at once. To many the dream of being a drifter is enough but Tessa had to won a business, continue on her career and then on top of that contract herself for Tv and Stunts! Find Tessa Below: Our Original episode:...
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The woman who broke all the RULES | Stefanie Dechant
Stefanie Dechant is a female engineer and PhD student working at Mercedes-Benz. She started off wanting to learn more about cars, but she ended up showing women what an engineer, from her perspective, can achieve! Find Stefanie Below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.dechant/…
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SPARK #62 - Jan Griffiths | The price you pay as a women in automotive
On this spark from Jan Griffiths, we discuss the ongoing change the Automotive Industry is going through and what needs to change in order to bring it into the 21st century. Culture, conversations and treatment of all people in this industry will surprise you Find Jan Below: Gravitas Detroit:...
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Tim Silvey | The Million Dollar Dealmaker
Find Tim Below: MotorMouth: https://www.instagram.com/the_motormouth_podcast?igsh=aWM2a3Rybnc2M3g5 WTF1 Talent: https://www.instagram.com/wtf1talent?igsh=ZGh2dGlodXRkNGd1 -------------------- HOST: Harry Phypers TOPICS: 02:18 Passion for Cars and Commercial Side in Motorsport Careers 04:57...
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SPARK #61 - Is selling your old project car for your new one the right move?
In this episode, we have Mark Hanner. Founder of Driven Life and lifetime failed. Mark tells one of his stories from a failed venture that ended with a mess. Is there a lesson for you in this to take into 2024? Probably, but you'll have to listen to find out. Find Mark HERE Find Driven Life HERE...
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A story to motivate you in 2024 - Craig Williams | Neutron engines
Craig Williams of Neutron Engines is on the ignition podcast. Craig is a brilliant engineer and mechanic who has been battling with his health and passion for cars. You have probably seen his work if you're into engines, honda or just cool car stuff. Under the alias Neutron Engines, Craig is...
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SPARK #60 - Justin Lunny on why Everrati Exists!
This Spark is all about classic cars and the electrification of them. Are classics meant to be stored, driven and enjoyed or used as museum pieces? We all have our views on that, but where does Everrati come in, and what problem do they solve? Follow Justin Linked in Find Everrati HERE...
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Joe Talks Cars | Starting a Youtube channel and taking opportunities
Joe Penny, or Joe Talks Cars as he is known. He started making videos on YouTube when he found others interested in his Porsche. Through these videos, he discovered a love for taking cars with unique features, a big engine or high power and showing people the vehicles. Since starting, Joe has…
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From Broke to A 1 of 1 Mclaren P1 | Challenge the Road
Challenge the Road is a Youtube channel by car enthusiast and business owner Richard Groves. Richard has been building a series of Rally and road cars to rival that of the British Motor Museum. But his reason for doing so may surprise you! Topics: 00:00 - Passion for Cars 05:10 - Love for Cars…
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Amy Shore | Making sure my worth isn't attached to my photography
This week on the ignition podcast, we speak to Amy Shore, an award-winning car photographer, co-founder of William Haynes Car Restoration, and proud Nikon ambassador. In this episode, Amy takes us on a journey through her illustrious career, sharing insights into automotive photography,...
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SPARK #59 - Imran Arshad | Will we be MODIFYING cars in the FUTURE!
Modifying cars is something that almost all petrolheads find a ritual, meditation and exercise for ourselves to enjoy cars. Will the future of EV's and electric vehicles ruin that? Here is Imran Arshad, the Founder of the most extensive Aftermarket BMW parts supplier in the world's take on where...
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Steve Alvarez Brown | From Go-Karting as a hobby to the #1 Sim-racer in the world
Becoming a "youtuber" has become increasingly common, but what does it take to be one of the best out there, and how do you maximise the opportunity and continue to learn from the best out there? Super_GT teaches us a lesson in making it big on YouTube and what that looks like. It was a…
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What WORLD CLASS MOTORSPORT can look like if we TRAIN our brains | Gerry Convy EX F1. 23 yrs in motorsport
What would world-class motorsport look like if we trained our brains to peak human performance? Gerry has been a performance coach for 21+ years, including talent like Jackie Stewart, David Coulthard, Dario Franchetti, and so much more. He has taken teams like McLaren, Mercedes and, Most…
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SPARK #58 - CAR DESIGN is it going to be RUINED by AI? | Chris Longmore Drive Design
Car design and car designers should be worried. Programmes like mid journey can replicate a brief 10X quicker with 10X more options for people than one person can achieve at the same time. So, what does this mean for those in the industry? Chris and I sat down to discuss this topic as Drive…
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Is Sim-racing a REAL SPORT or even a MOTORSPORT? | Josh Martin CEO of Sim Staff
Josh Martin is an ex-sim-racer and now CEO of SimStaff, a global powerhouse for staffing solutions in digital motorsports, sim racing, and esports. On today's podcast, we talked all about his journey from dropping out of university and wanting to pursue sim-racing to working for an events company...
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SPARK #57 : Motorsport UK | Sim racing is a real motorsport : Paul Crawford
Find Paul here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul87crawford/ Find Motorsport UK here: https://esports.motorsportuk.org/ -------------------- HOST: Harry Phypers Thank you to our sponsors: Takona: Ignition10 - 10% off sitewide HUEL - get 10% off, a freeshaker and t-shirt Follow us! Website:...
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Chris on Racing | 4 tips to SUCCEED while at yelling at cars
Chris has spent his entire working life in motorsport paddocks with his background in journalism, PR and marketing for various teams, drivers, series and brands globally. His extensive knowledge of the sport is used to enhance his racing commentaries and his latest roles as a host, presenter and...
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Spark #56 : How to have DIVERSITY in motorsport and it not feel alienating | Nabila Tejpar
Ex- Rally Driver and Nitro RX commentator and Podcaster Nabila Tejpar has had quite a career in motorsport in front and behind the wheel. In this short clip, we explore her experience of motorsport and what she believes needs to be done to help racing drivers feel more at home and welcome in the...
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Moss, Surtees, Stewart : Stories captured through lens | Indira Flack
Indira Flack is the Author of the Great British Racing Drivers book that has been shortlisted in the community. First-time Author Indira takes a deep dive into what made her so successful and the drivers behind the book, literally and mentally. If you love photography and want to know how she...
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Spark #55 - David Brabham : Continuing the LEGACY my father left... was it worth it?
Discover the enduring Brabham legacy in automotive and historic F1 as we delve into the life of David Brabham, son of the legendary Jack Brabham. Explore how David continues his father's heritage through "Brabham Automotive," pushing the boundaries of high-performance vehicles. Learn about the...
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Paying my way to UNI then forfeiting it all to start my own business : Ryan Yates | IDACI Motorsport
Ryan Yates is the Founder of IDACI Motorsport, the company that helps youth and young adults increase their STEM skills and builds upon them to become experts at a young age. He started IDACI after spending his time at University, becoming an engineer, it was there he discovered he could of had…
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SPARK #54 - Having the mindset of a CHAMPION and the POWER of self belief
WELCOME TO THE IGNITION PODCAST IN THIS EPISODE: Bradley Gravett is the son of BTCC Champion Rob Gravett, but like Rob Bradley, goals are big! In this small segment of the podcast, we discover Bradley's secret weapon, his mindset and how that has kept him thinking and acting like a champion. Find...
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3 simple steps to make it into F1 | Mark Luckett Alpine F1
Working in F1 is the goal for most people on their motorsport journey. Take it from Mark. It may not be the path for you. There is more fun to have at club level than the Jet set lifestyle of Formula 1. But if you think you can handle it, then you are in for a wild ride. Find Mark HERE Learn more...
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Spark #53 - Getting ARRESTED at 13 and what that did to my character | James From Perth
James from Perth is a F3 and NASCAR Driver, Engineer and all-around car nut. James moved from Perth to America in his 20s to follow a dream of motorsport. His story really is one to use for motivation and resilience. Find James HERE Find the Full episode HERE -------------------- HOST: Harry...
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CROSSOVER - My Dad's Car: Why leaving a banana in a Golf is what we talk about
A new Crossover episode with My Dad's Car. Their podcast is all about a discussion with invited guests about their personal relationships with automotive nostalgia. Despite the title, it doesn't even matter if the topic of discussion is their Dad's car or not. It could be their Mums, their Grans,...
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Vicki Butler-Henderson: What it is that I love most about cars
Oh do I have an episode like no other, this is not my normal chat with a guest. Vicki Butler Henderson is one of the top Automotive journalists in the world coupled with her larger than life personality and amazing story. Vicki has travelled the world and if you listen carefully you'll understand...
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Spark #52 AUTOID - starting a business in the automotive aftermarket
AUTO ID is one of the best aftermarket styling shops in the UK and worldwide. They were founded by Jack Smith who in this clip talked about how he didn't even know he was starting a business and the school he was at didn't give him any help to do so. He is proof you don't need to know a lot about...
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RE-IGNITED: Alex Goy - Unlocking Success: A Journey of Passion, Resilience, and Mental Health
Journalist, presenter, and photographer Alex Goy was on the Podcast last year. We speak about everything from mental health to the impact of influencers on the industry and how he got to where he is today. If you find something you like. Leave me a comment Alex Goy Show Reel --------------------...
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Tessa Whittock: WHY my life went SIDEWAYS | Pro DRIFTER and Monster Athlete
Tessa Whittock is a Monster Energy Athlete, Pro drifter and business owner. Her journey is not conventional, at least in terms of Motorsport. Leaving London and chasing her dreams has led her to be Queen of Europe, a stunt driver for the like of Mission Impossible and Calvin Harris. And so much...
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How to LEAVE the ARMY and set up a BUSINESS | Steve Thornton
Steve Thornton is a veteran who got ripped off at a young age after leaving the Army and being sent to a dodgy dealership. This caused his life trajectory to change massively, and his mission? To give veterans the best deals possible! From Army to CEO Timeline: Find Steve Find Forces direct...
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The Ignition podcast is about cars and following your passion; it asks questions of CEOs, racing drivers, engineers, content creators, and everyone in between. Join Host Harry Phypers as he finds out from his guests what they've done to get to where they are today, the lessons learnt, how they navigated their careers and what it is they enjoy most about the life they live.
I hope you enjoy the episodes, and thank you for listening! If you love all things cars, this podcast is for you.
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