The Be Velocity Podcast

In the eighteenth episode of the Be Velocity podcast, Samantha Leeks joins us to talk about her experiences as a composites Technician for Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN F1 Team. She has progressed in different championships and this is her second time being back in F1. The battles she’s had along the way have made her more determined to evolve in this industry. She tells us about where her love for cars comes from amongst some very interesting stories about Lego, Park Run, and her modified VW Lupo with nitrous!

Samantha’s song choices see another positive female role model track from the one and only Dua Lipa that is added to the Be Velocity driver playlist for you to listen to.

We absolutely enjoyed speaking with Samantha and cannot thank her enough for her time and being the perfect guests to finish season one of the Be Velocity podcast!

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In the twelfth episode of the Be Velocity podcast, Amazin LeThi joins us to talk about her recent announcements and her involvement in the first-ever open talent call youth presenter search for the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Did you know that she was the first Asian and LGBTQ official judge of this competition?

Amazin LeThi is a true trooper and has became a global LGBTQ advocate, keynote speaker, athlete, and cultural change leader and her story is just incredible in how she’s made a positive impact on so many people's lives. She offers some really cool advice for anyone that is looking to get into a presenting role within Motorsport or any other industry.

Deborah and Amazin LeThi go into an in-depth discussion about equality and diversity and what we as individuals can do to make things better. They also, discuss positive role models like Lewis Hamilton and other brands that are leading the way in making the motorsport and automotive industry more inclusive.

Amazin LeThi picks a classic gym warm-up track to go on our ever-expanding driver playlist. You might have noticed that Deborah goes solo without co-host Sophie due to her feeling a bit under the weather. Let's hope Sophie makes a positive return because we noticed her absence.

If you need a dose of empowerment, then this is an episode to listen to!

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In the fifth episode of the Be Velocity podcast, Charlotte Marcuzzo joins us to talk about the thrill of two wheels and her aspirations to ride in the British Superbike Championship. Since starting her bike racing career in 2019, she has flown up the ranks and is now ready to fight for the Thundersport GB championship this year.

Charlotte has just been accepted into a special technical college that will enable her to train as an engineer, which she hopes will add another dimension to her racing abilities. We talk about the incredible sponsors who have helped her on her journey and how grateful she is for the support she has been given thanks to social media and some very special biking superstars.

We also discover how the dangers and challenges of motorsport have changed Charlotte’s life, giving her more focus, purpose, and maturity. She strongly believes in showing other girls her age that they can also get involved in motorsport if they put their minds to it.

There’s a surprising end in store for you with this one when we hear Charlotte’s wildcard song choices. We hope you’re inspired as much as we were by this one!

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In this week's episode we have the pleasure of having two incredible returning guests, please welcome back Sarah Dennis and Danielle Simpson. We are literally catching up from where we left off in season one. We talk about their ongoing journey together in the world of motorsport and the strong friendship bond they have with one another.

This episode was recorded back in May 2022

Guest social media links:

Instagram @motorsportsarah

Website https://puretrack.co.uk/

Instagram @danielle_simpson @themindsetmission

Website https://www.danielle-simpson.com/

Engineered | Driven | Created | By Females

Produced by Deborah McNamara and Co-Produced by Ellie Brogan

Social media links:

Instagram @deb_bora_ @bevelocity @ell_brogan @elliesfulltimedrive

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In this episode, we speak to our guest Charlotte Rushforth from Alastair Rushforth Motorsport which was Founded in 1989 when Alastair started racing karts. The team has always been family-orientated and is based in Oxfordshire. Charlotte speaks to us about her many roles in the paddock and the family business. She openly talks about the tragic moment the team suffered a major setback following a fire in their truck and awning. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries, and the team would like to thank all those that helped during the fire to try and save as much as possible, the marshals, emergency services, and other teams in the paddock.

This episode was recorded back in April 2022

Guest social media links:

Instagram @charlotterushx4

Website https://alastairrushforthmotorsport.com

Engineered | Driven | Created | By Females

Produced by Deborah McNamara and Co-Produced by Ellie Brogan

Social media links:

Instagram @deb_bora_ @bevelocity @ell_brogan @elliesfulltimedrive

As always... Show some love for our podcast by leaving us a review, liking, and subscribing. Plus, don’t forget to share your favourite episode to get it in as many people's ears as you can. Remember your help, helps others! Thanks for listening to the Be Velocity podcast. Stay tuned for next week’s episode!

If you know someone who would like to get involved in building our global community or you would like to get involved yourself then you know where we are! Drop us an email at [email protected]

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