Driving Around In Circles | Driver Development From Karts To Cars

Rubber has been left on the track! The karting season is well underway in Canada so it's time for some updates. You'll also get to hear about how the K1 World eKarting Championships went for the Canadian team.Lastly, you get to hear a conversation I had with Ekamjot Powar as he enters his first season of Briggs Sr. racing. Links1. Ekamjot Powar Racing on Instagram - @ekamjotpowarracing162. Check out his TikTok - @ekampowar16Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

The 2026 Canadian Karting season has begun! It's time to shake off the rust and get racing. I'll go through lessons learned from some early practices.You'll also get to hear a conversation with Kara Dudgeon - Two Time Radical Academy eSport League winner. Kara is a kart racer out of Mosport and has some cool racing experiences to share.Links1. Kara on Instagram - @karadudgeonracing2. Radical Academy - https://www.radicalcanada.ca/academySend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Cody from Canadian Karting News tells you all about the news and photography services available through CanadianKartingNews.comHe also shares thoughts on the pace of young driver development, global karting, and what the future may have in store for the sport.LinksCanadian Karting News Website - https://www.canadiankartingnews.com/CKN on Instgram - @CKN_LiveCKN on X - @CKN_LiveCKN on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CanadianKartingNews/CKN on Threads - @CKN_LiveSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Your mind can be your greatest ally, or your worst enemy. How can you strengthen your mental game so you can get the most of your karting season?That's what Logan Pacza walks us through today. You'll also here about a new karting video series being launch, by Logan, on YouTube. LinksLogan on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@LoganPaczaLogan on Instagram - @loganpaczaThe Fundamentals Of A Strong Race Start - https://youtu.be/JjFvHHrj-F0?feature=sharedSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Anouk talks me through her first experience with the Radical Academy eSports League on iRacing. You'll hear all about how she adapted to the SR10, how braking was different from karting, and how amazing the racing and coaching community was during the league.LinksRadical Academy - https://www.radicalcanada.ca/academyRadical Motorsports - https://radicalmotorsport.com/carsRadical Academy Canada Instagram - @radicalacademycanGarage 61 - https://garage61.net/aboutSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Rob Oakman is a kart racing director in Southern Ontario with a ton of experience. He's seen it all, and now he is going to share his thoughts with us. Links1. Oakman On Racing YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@OakmanOnRacing2. Oakman On Racing on Instagram - @oakmanrobSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Episode 50!For this episode we head to Northern Ontario to hear about the karting seen up there. Joey Haynes, President of the Sudbury Kart Club, tells you all about the club and the community available in the region.Links1. Joey Haynes on IG - @j_haynes92 2. Sudbury Kart Club Website - https://sudburykartclub.com/ 3. Sudbury Kart Club on IG - @sudburykartclubSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Today Owen McCarthy walks us through his journey from Briggs Jr. to Briggs Sr. You'll hear about the differences in racing style, the mental aspects of racing, and how development of younger drivers works. Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

We start 2026 with Mitchell Morrow. He walks us through so many aspects of his karting career: the mental game, kart setup, race prep, and evolving as a driver. This is the perfect episode to listen to as you start to prepare yourself for the 2026 season. Whether you are new or seasoned, this episode has something for you.1. Mitchell Morrow's Instagram - @mitchell_morrow66Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Anouk and I sit down and reflect one final time on 2025. It's been a season of growth for both of us, and for the podcast. Thank you to you, the listener, for following along as we take this motorsports journey. Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Today I'm joined by, returning guest and fellow track dad, Mark Pozzobon. We talk about our thoughts on tools now that we have completed one season. Which tools were essential, which tools were a waste of space, and which tools are nice to have.If you're new to karting and starting up this spring, you don't want to miss this episode.LinksThe Game Changer - https://thegamechangertiremachine.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

This is the one you've been waiting for. Anouk and I are joined by three Briggs Sr karters who have being doing this for quite sometime. Listen in and hear what Logan Pacza, Owen McCarthy, and Mitchel Morrow (2024 Canadian Karting Champion) think about the current state and direction of karting culture in Canada.Topics include: blocking, push-in bumpers, anti-launch, the unwritten rules among drivers, and much more. You definitely don't want to miss this one.LinksMitchell Morrow on Instagram - @mitchell_morrow66Logan Pacza on Instagram - @loganpaczaOwen McCarthy on Instagram - @owenmccarthy367_Logan Pacza on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@LoganPaczaSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

This one is all about F1200. I'm joined by Eugene Cartini and Phil Wang. Both come up from karting, raced F1200, and now operate Arrive and Drive F1200 services.Listen in to learn all about the cars, the F1200 Drivers Association, how a season works, what you'll need to get started, and also how you can start right away through their iRacing league!LinksCanadian Formula 1200 Championship - https://formula1200.com/Canadian F1200 Championship on Instagram - @canadian_f1200_championshipCartini Racing on Instagram - @cartiniracingPhil on Instagram - @haimatmotorsportsCartini Racing Website - https://cartiniracing.com/Haimat Motorsports Website - https://haimatmotorsports.com/Canadian Automobile Sports Clubs (CASC) Ontario - https://www.casc.on.ca/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Anouk and I have a chat with Logan Pacza. 2025 HRKC Briggs Sr. Champion, KartStars Canada Briggs Sr. Champion, and all around nice guy. Listen in and hear how Logan got to where he is today as a driver. His journey includes karting, F1600, Formula Ford, GT4, and Radicals so there is a ton of information here.Links1. Logan on Instagram (admittedly, he said he doesn't really post anything) - @loganpacza2. HRKC - https://hamiltonkartingcomplex.com/hrkc/ 3. KartStars Canada - https://kartsportcanada.ca/ 4. Ontario Inter-Club Challenge - https://inter-club.ca/ 5. Radical Canada East - https://www.radicalcanada.ca/ Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Sometimes you just have to carve your own path. In this episode you get to hear how Aryan got into racing, how it's been going, and what comes next. We start with karting and work our way to his recent F1200 experience.LinksAryan on Instagram - _aryanpagadalaHanson International Advanced Driving School - https://hansoninternationaldriving.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Today you get to listen in to a conversation with three HRKC Briggs Sr. rookies. Anouk Cybulskie, Harley Appleton, and Campbell Nicol share their thoughts on the season now that it is finished. Highs. Lows. Goals. Advice. It's all here.Links:1. Campbell on Instagram - @campbell.racing_2. Harley Appelton on Instagram - @harley.jcaSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

This episode is all about answers. Specifically, answers to the questions posed in the previous episode.I also share some stats about how the podcast has being doing since we just hit 40 episodes. Thank you for listening and I hope we can do another 40 together!Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

As we prepare to wrap up our first season, I still have questions. In this episode I share three questions on my mind. I hope to get answers to all them and more over the remaining two race weekends.If you have questions, I want to hear from you. Hit me up on Instagram or use the messaging link in the show notes. I'll go get the answers to your questions and share them on an episode.Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

We were fortunate enough to win paddock, pit, and race passes the BEMC Late Summer Trophy Races this past weekend. I'll tell you all about it. All the amazing people I met. All of the awesome cars. How I tackled photographing the weekend. And a ton more!Links Mentioned.Cartini Racing - https://cartiniracing.com/Cartini Racing on Instagram - @cartiniracingAryan Pagadal on Instagram - @_aryanpagadalaBEMC - https://bemc1928.ca/motorsport/Canadian F1200 Drivers Association - https://formula1200.com/CASC Ontario Region - https://www.casc.on.ca/Radical Canada East - https://www.radicalcanada.ca/Grand Nationals - https://www.cupkarts.com/events/grands9/Revolution Race Cars - https://www.revolutionracecars.com/Kart Chasers on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/kartchaserSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

We finally made it happen! Claire and John Elliott are fellow HRKC members in their first season of Briggs Sr. karting. I sat down to talk through the season and learn all about their rules for success rookie karting. You get to listen in!Links1. Claire on Instagram - claire_elliotts_racing2. John on Instagram - secondbestkartingdad3. Oshweken Speedway - https://ohswekenspeedway.ca/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

The importance of proper note taking can't be understated. I spend a few minute talking about how I learned this lesson, and what I try to record.You'll also get a quick update on how my start into iRacing is going.Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Why take my word for it? Listen in and hear what the season has been like from another first year race dad - Mark Pozzobon, father of Briggs Junior racer, Luca Pozzobon.Links1. Luca on Instagram - luca_kartingSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Meet Charlotte Pearson - A Briggs Sr. karter who recently travelled from Vancouver Island to race at the Canadian Karting Championship in Ontario.Learn all about how she got into karting, the important role her dad has played in her development, and where she is aiming for the future.Links1. Follow Charlotte on Instagram - @charlotte_pearson_racing2. Progressive Racing - https://progressive-racing.com/3. Vancouver Island Karting Association - https://vika.ca/ Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

The main event of the season has finally come and gone. This past week Anouk and I participated in the Canadian Karting Championships. We had a great time and learned so much. This episode is a little longer but listen in as I tell you what it was like.Links1. Canadian Karting Championship - https://ronfellowskarting.com/2. Mosport Karting Centre - https://canadiantiremotorsportpark.com/pages/get-on-track-karting3. Prime Powerteam - https://primepowerteam.com/4. Pfaff Motorsports YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYBXStpStYQ5. CKN - https://www.canadiankartingnews.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

I bet you didn't realize you'd be spending a significant amount of time filling in forms during the season? I walk through some of the forms and paperwork you can expect to see throughout the season.I also am happy to announce that Anouk got her National Karting License so we will be heading to the Nation Karting Championship this week.LinksASN Canada - https://www.asncanada.ca/Ron Fellows Karting - https://ronfellowskarting.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Is it a good idea for the parent to get behind the wheel and race from time to time?With Anouk off on summer holiday, I ventured to the track and did some racing of my own. It got me wondering if I'd recommend that other racer parents do the same. In this episode I way some pros and cons and give my verdict.Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Asyria joins me hot off the track to talk about her arrive and drive season. What is going well, what has changed, and where she wants to go next.Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Listen in as I recount the weekend's events. Highs, lows, frustrations, celebrations, and lessons learned. I cover it all.Links1. Ontario Inter-Club Challenge - https://inter-club.ca/ 2. KartStars Canada - https://kartsportcanada.ca/3. Hamilton Karting Complex - https://hamiltonkartingcomplex.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

When life gives you lemons, buy more? That doesn't sound right but let's go with it. This season we've encountered some unexpected costs that I wanted to walk through with you. Ideally this gives you a more realistic idea of how to budget for a season of karting.Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Alex Stan is an up and coming photographer focusing on motorsport and karting. We were lucky enough to get some photos from him at the recent KartStars and Ontario Inter-club Challenge events and now he's back to talk all things kart photography. You'll learn about gear, getting the best shot, and editing.Links1. Alex on Instagram - @__shotbysteveSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

What a weekend! We spent June 27-29th at Mosport. We learned so much about  this amazing track, learned even more about racecraft, and came out of the weekend a little bit better as a driver and mechanic crew.Listen in and I'll tell you all about our experience.Links1. KartStars Canada - https://kartsportcanada.ca/2. Ontario Inter-Club Challenge - https://inter-club.ca/3. Mosport Karting Centre - https://mosportkartingcentre.com/4. Prime Powerteam - https://primepowerteam.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Listen in to an off the cuff conversation with Ryan Woods, Ryan Yee, and Anouk. We're reviewing the recent Canadian Mini Indy Summer Solstice Trophy Race and the K1 Speed Race For The Throne.LinksRyan Woods on Instagram - @ryanwoods._Ryan Yee on Instagram - @perhapsryan Canadian Mini Indy - https://hamiltonkartingcomplex.com/canadian-mini-indy/K1 Speed Canada - https://www.k1speed.ca/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

We're eight races in and our feet are semi-solid beneath us. Karting is full of highs and lows for both racer and parents. In this episode I share which things continue to cause the most worry for me as a karting parent. I also share the things that don't worry me at all.Links1. Performance Prime - https://www.performanceprime.com/about.htmlSend me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

The 6-hour Canadian Mini Indy Enduro event has come and gone. I'm joined by Luke Stuart, Paritosh Salian, and Ryan Woods to hear about the event, how things went for them, and find out if they are going settle for their podium finishes or go back for more next year.Links1. Canadian Mini Indy Enduro - https://hamiltonkartingcomplex.com/cmi-6-hour-enduro/2. Luke Stuart Instagram - @cpt_black_sparr0w3. Ryan Woods Instagram - @ryanwoods._4. Paritosh Salian Instagram - @paritoshsalian5. Luke Stuart YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Capitan_77Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

We are back from an eventful Ontario Inter-Club Challenge at Goodwood Kartways. It was a weekend of highs and lows. We had some major struggles but, as always, we learned a lot. Links1. Ontario Inter-Club Challenge - https://inter-club.ca/ 2. Goodwood Kartways - https://goodwoodkartways.com/3. Prime Powerteam - https://primepowerteam.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

KartStars Race 1 is done!. Listen to what we learned, what we liked, what we didn't like, and how we grew from the 3 day experience.Links1. KartStars Canada - https://kartsportcanada.ca/2. Ontario Inter-Club Challenge - https://inter-club.ca/3. Canadian Karting News - https://www.canadiankartingnews.com/4. Goodwood Kartways - https://goodwoodkartways.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

It's been another two weeks of racing and learning! In this short update, you'll hear how things have been going in our HRKC races, adjusting to changing track and weather conditions, and thoughts on the upcoming KartStars Race 1.Links1. https://hamiltonkartingcomplex.com/hrkc/ 2. https://kartsportcanada.ca/3. https://goodwoodkartways.com/4. https://primepowerteam.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Enthusiasm and joy. These are two words that summarize the aura surrounding Alana Carter. Anouk and I met up with her at RClub and she talked about her start in racing, where she is  now, and where she hopes to go next.If you want a career in racing, it never hurts to listen to someone who is doing everything to make it happen! Listen in as World Racing League driver, Alana Carter, tells her story! I dare you to try and not become a fan after listening to this episode.Links Alana Carter on Instagram - @alana.carterWebsite - https://www.alanacarter.com/World Racing League - https://www.racewrl.com/PRI - https://www.performanceracing.com/tradeshowAE Victory Racing - https://www.aevictoryracing.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

The outdoor karting season is finally here! We finally got our kart and are up and running in the HRKC - Briggs Senior category.These past few weeks have been full of lessons learned. I try to give a handful of details during this episode. If are interested in moving up to this class of racing, there is a ton of stuff for you during this episode.LinksHamilton Regional Karting Club - https://hamiltonkartingcomplex.com/hrkc/ Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Today I'm joined by Sebastian Espinoza. We talk through his journey from indoor electric karting to owning his own kart. As he prepares to embark on his first season, we discuss costs, concerns, goals, and much more. Episode LinksSebastian's Instagram - @sebgoesracingSebastian's TikTok - @sebgoesracingKart Stars Canada - https://kartsportcanada.ca/ Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

This past weekend we went to a Car Girls Brunch at RClub in Toronto. It was a great event and we met tons of new people. Listen is as I give a brief summary.Links MentionedRClub - https://rclub.co/Alana Carter - https://www.instagram.com/alana.carter/ She Goes Vroom - https://www.instagram.com/shegoesvroom/Empowering Auto Conference - https://empoweringauto.ca/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Arrive and Drive season is almost upon us and, if you're like me going into your first season, you have a ton of questions. Join me and Anouk as we get peppered with questions by Asyria Lawrence.What is an Arrive and Drive day really like? How should you prepare? What about gear? This is your episode!Episode LinksFind Asyria Lawrence on Instagram - @tiatalks.racingFind Asyria Lawrence on TikTok - @tiatalks.racingRise With Wilkie Karting - https://www.risewithwilkiekarting.ca/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

I ramble on for 10 minutes or so trying to explain what Ackerman Steering Geometry is, and why it's important.Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Today I am joined by Jonathan Carone of The Healthy Sports Parents podcast. As parents, we want our children to thrive and succeed but sometimes we lose our way. Jonathan talks about how we can help our kids find their passion in a healthy and positive manner that helps them develop into amazing adults.If you are a parent with a child in racing, or any sport, you MUST listen to this episode.LinksHealthy Sports Parents website - https://healthysportsparents.com/Healthy Sports Parents on Instagram - @healthysportsparents Healthy Sports Parents on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1dpgJQoownxZfnliaiqIJv?si=ccd47d5eaa624cff Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

With the outdoor Arrive and Drive season just around the corner, I thought I'd drop some thoughts on what you should know if this is your first time out. Arrive and Drive has the potentially to be incredibly frustrating or super rewarding. It all depends on how you set your expectations and your mindset going into the season.Episode LinksCanadian MiniIndy - https://hamiltonkartingcomplex.com/canadian-mini-indy/Goodwood Kartways - https://goodwoodkartways.com/Mosport Karting Centre - https://mosportkartingcentre.com/Healthy Sports Parents - https://healthysportsparents.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Fasten your seatbelts and get ready to go for a ride with Grace of She Goes Vroom! Grace takes you on her journey from driving enthusiast, to drifting, ice driving, Formula Woman, and radical racing.During this episode you'll learn how Grace got where she is today both mentally and physically. Hint: She is just as focused on helping and inspiring the next group of racers come up in the sport as she is on seeing how far she can go. She drops pearls of wisdom throughout our conversation and you're guaranteed to be a fan by the end. Links Mention This EpisodeFind Grace on Instagram - She Goes VroomCalabogie Motorsports Park - https://calabogiemotorsports.com/Radical Canada East - https://www.radicalcanada.ca/Radical Academy - https://www.radicalcanada.ca/academyApex V2R - https://www.apexv2r.com/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Have you ever though about racing and then talked yourself out of it because you didn't feel you had enough experience to fit in? This is the episode for you!Today I'm joined by Tamara Maracle who races in the Super Production Challenge. Listening to her story is a kick in the pants for anyone talking themselves out of taking the leap. You'll hear example after example of how Tamara refuses to let fear or doubt interfere with her pursuit of racing glory!Episode ReferencesThe all-new, dedicated Driving Around In Circles Podcast Instagram Account - daicpodcast - https://www.instagram.com/daicpodcast/Tamara Maracle's Instagram Account - tfmmotorsports243 - https://www.instagram.com/tfmmotorsports243/Formula Woman - https://www.formulawoman.co.uk/Brack Driving Concepts - https://www.brackdriving.com/Super Production Challenge - https://www.superproductionchallenge.com/enShannonville Motorsport Park - https://shannonville.com/Toronto Motorsports Park - https://torontomotorsportspark.com/Calabogie Motorsports Park - https://calabogiemotorsports.com/Next BountyFeb 24th, 5pm - 10pm, K1 Speed Toronto  22.663Same rules: First person to hit the exact time, take a photo of the printed time sheet, and send it to me @daicpodcast or email [email protected] wins the pot (currently $200 CAD). Photo must be sent on the day of the bounty to count.This is not sponsored by, nor in partnership with, any person or business. Let's keep it clean. I reserve the right to call no joy if I detect attempts at cheating.Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Today I'm joined by Nathan Wilkie to talk about his new coaching business - Rise With Wilkie Karting. Nathan is a very experienced kart racer. Most recently he became a two-time K1 Speed Canadian Champion.In this episode, you'll learn about his coaching philosophy and what you can expect if you sign on for coaching with Nathan.How To Find Rise With Wilkie KartingRise With Wilkie Karting - https://www.risewithwilkiekarting.ca/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/risewilkiekarting/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@risewilkiekartingTime BountyI also announced the very first Driving Around In Circles Time Bounty! Here is the relevant information for this round:Track: K1 Speed MississaugaDate: February 11, 2025 - From 5pm to 10pmTime Bounty: 21.702Prize: $100 (CAD)Bounty Rule Reminder: The first person to hit this time on the bounty date, within the time range specified, will win the prize. To claim your prize you will need to take a photo of your time sheet - screenshots of Clubspeed will not be accepted. Send the pic of your timesheet to me on Instagram. If you don't have Instagram, send me your email address via the 'Send Us A Text' link at the top of these show notes and I'll get in touch so we can validate your results.  Payment will be via e-transfer.The pot keeps building if nobody wins this round. Future rounds will only be outlined within the podcast itself so you must listen to get the details.*This is not in affiliation with any company or organization. I am doing this strictly for fun and as part of the podcast. That said, I reserve the right to call no joy if I can see doctoring of photos or other attempts to cheat. Keep it clean!Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Have you ever wanted to record your own races but didn't know where to start? Dawson Campbell has been publishing fantastic videos on Instagram and YouTube for quite a while and he joins me to talk about his process. You'll learn a bit about camera selection, mounting options, editing, and publishing.Links Mentioned:Dawson Campbell's Instagram - @DawsdrivesIn helmet audio - https://www.instagram.com/dawsdrives/reel/DEptTmWuT9l/Dawson Campbell's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@dawsoncampbell Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing

Today, Nathan Wilkie and Luke Stuart join me on the podcast to discuss a bunch of K1 Speed events. Drift night, Constructor's Cup, and K1 Canadian Championships.If you ever wanted to know how any of these events work, you've found the right episode.LinksK1 Speed Canada - https://www.k1speed.ca/Luke on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cpt_black_sparr0w/Nathan on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/n.wilkie15/Send me a textFind Driving Around In Circles Podcast on Instagram: @daicpodcast Find Daniel on Instagram-  @daniel_shot_thatFind Anouk on Instagram - @anouk_racing