Stock Cars: It's *Not* All About the Racing! with Ian Bannister
05/15/24 • 38 min
In this episode of the Backseat Driver Podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Ian Bannister, a dedicated stock car racing enthusiast and co-author of the captivating book 'It's Not All About The Racing'. Together, we delved into the rich tapestry of stock car racing, exploring its vibrant culture and community beyond the thrill of the competitions.
Ian captures the essence of the sport through photography to witness stock car racing evolution over the years - the culture, the camaraderie in the pits, the colourful personalities, and the tight-knit community surrounding this electrifying sport.
The accessibility of stock car racing, photography's pivotal role in preserving its essence, and how it offers an unmatched experience of closeness and intensity for both participants and fans alike.
From tales of tracks lost to history to personal growth intertwined with the sport, this episode provides a captivating glimpse into the dynamic world of stock car racing from the perspective of a fan-turned-insider. It's a celebration of the heart and soul of racing beyond the confines of the track that truly captures the essence of this exhilarating sport.
In this episode of the Backseat Driver Podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Ian Bannister, a dedicated stock car racing enthusiast and co-author of the captivating book 'It's Not All About The Racing'. Together, we delved into the rich tapestry of stock car racing, exploring its vibrant culture and community beyond the thrill of the competitions.
Ian captures the essence of the sport through photography to witness stock car racing evolution over the years - the culture, the camaraderie in the pits, the colourful personalities, and the tight-knit community surrounding this electrifying sport.
The accessibility of stock car racing, photography's pivotal role in preserving its essence, and how it offers an unmatched experience of closeness and intensity for both participants and fans alike.
From tales of tracks lost to history to personal growth intertwined with the sport, this episode provides a captivating glimpse into the dynamic world of stock car racing from the perspective of a fan-turned-insider. It's a celebration of the heart and soul of racing beyond the confines of the track that truly captures the essence of this exhilarating sport.
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01:23 Celebrating a Century: Vintage Montlhéry 100
03:36 An Interview with Andy Larton: Vintage Cars and Headlights
08:09 Francois van der Stratten Ponthoz on Racing Heritage
12:53 Dougal Cawley: A Vintage Car Aficionado's Adventures
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30:20 Exploring Motorcycle and Car Events Across Europe
32:12 Vintage Monty 100: A Deep Dive with Laurens Klein
37:32 Graham Hardy's Passion for Motorbikes and Vintage Events
42:50 Mickey Hudson's Adventure in a 1927 Samson
48:01 Marie-Catherine Ligny First Vintage Montlhéry Experience
52:42 Wrapping Up Vintage Revival Montlhéry 2024
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