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"Yeah baby!" Do you remember Rob’s classic F1 radio conversations with Felipe Massa?

Well, we’ve tracked him down in the UK for a feature episode, and it's a ripper. From growing up in the north, impressing at University and getting a break in motorsport on the engineering side that would see Smedley spend the better part of his life in the Formula 1 paddock with memorable stints at Ferrari and Williams. 

Rob’s delves deep into his vast time in pitlane, which also included time shaping some legendary cars in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) at the height of the incredible arms race between the manufacturers in the two litre Super Touring era.

He graciously took a break from his work with the Global Karting League, a groundbreaking initiative he's passionately leading, to join us for this conversation. The project is creating a buzz in the karting world and providing unprecedented opportunities in Motorsport to those who previously may not have had the chance to begin. Discover more at Global Karting League.

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The ex-Formula 1 engineer who added personality behind the pit wall, making race radios a highlight of the broadcast, and his colourful commentary remains a hit on platforms like TikTok and YouTube to this day.

In the second instalment of our series, we delve into his dynamic collaboration with Felipe Massa, recounting events from the harrowing crash in Hungary in 2009, which led to pivotal changes in helmet safety, to the intense 2008 championship finale that narrowly eluded them and has recently resurfaced in the media.

A special mention goes to Rob's nephew, Ted from Western Australia, who sat alongside his uncle during the recording in silent fascination, captivated by the stories of Smedley's adventures, perhaps even drawing inspiration to tread a similar path in the future.

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Supercars are in flyaway mode, back in New Zealand for a sellout event in the centre of the North Island they’re calling the Super400.

Tickford Racing’s Thomas Randle joins us trackside to talk about a circuit he’s raced for real.... and virtually.  

The Castrol Mustang driver had a podium finish here during his title winning season in the fiercely competitive Toyota Racing Series in 2017. While Supercars is his focus now, he also runs Dream Simulation - a globally recognised SIM training facility in Melbourne which must have come in handy for his Round 3 prep. https://www.dreamsimulation.com.au/team

Can the Ford drivers (who’ve been fast in qualifying this season) breakthrough for a win as Mustang celebrates 60 years? What we can expect from the 200k races each day across the weekend and some laughs as Randle turns pro voiceover for some safety announcements. Don’t worry, it’ll all make sense when you fire up the episode.

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Quick fire catch ups with Supercars series leader Will Brown, RedBull teammate Broc Feeney, plus James Golding & James Moffat.

Rusty’s been doing some corporate work with the drivers so he recorded some off stage chats ahead of the Shannon’s Speed Series round at the Island and Supercar’s highly anticipated return to New Zealand in seven days time.

Discover how Brown, Feeney, and Golding have strategically navigated recent trips to New Zealand, clocking numerous laps at Taupo—not in their usual Supercars, but with the goal of honing their skills for the best possible preparation. With the event already sold out, anticipation is at an all-time high amongst fans as well for the return of Supercars to New Zealand—it promises to be an unforgettable race.

Before we hit the track in New Zealand, the adrenaline continues with the Shannons Speed Series making its thrilling return to the legendary Phillip Island Grand Prix circuit.

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Delve into the world of Formula One through the eyes of Chris Dyer, whose early years in the sport were marked by remarkable encounters and pivotal roles.

This episode explores Chris's journey from working alongside reigning World Champion Damon Hill to engineering for Jos ‘the Boss’ Verstappen. Listen to Chris's vivid memories of a young Max Verstappen, who would grow up to become a superstar Red Bull driver and the current World Champion.

Plus, the moment Jos Verstappen recommended Chris to Michael Schumacher, leading to Dyer's relentless pursuit of a position with Ferrari. And get insights into the competitive, yet charismatic nature of Schumacher during his prime, Chris's pride in sharing the podium for Schuey’s final World Championship win, and the profound impact of Schumacher's tragic skiing accident.

Chris offers a candid reflection on a critical strategy call for Fernando Alonso during the 2010 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, revealing the challenges of grappling with those decisions even years later.

The episode also highlights Chris's current adventures with the NEOM McLaren Formula E team, celebrating the exhilarating transition to electric racing and McLaren’s first electric race win in Brazil. For an inside look into the electrifying world of Formula E, visit McLaren Formula E.

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It's a riveting, far reaching, motorsport journey with Chris Dyer, which starts with the thrill of motorbikes in Bendigo to the global engineering feats that defined his career. This episode dives into the heart of a passion that catapulted Chris from an automotive enthusiast to a revered figure in the pulsating world of Motorsport.

Discover the pivotal moments at Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) that set the stage for his leap into the V8 Supercar domain with the Holden Racing Team (HRT), a team he helped transform into an iconic force. We peel back the layers of Chris's instrumental role in the groundbreaking innovations that propelled Craig Lowndes to victory.

Delve into the dynamics between Chris and the legendary Peter Brock, the invaluable support from HRT's Jeff Grech and HSV’s John Crennan that paved his path to Formula 1, and a glimpse into his current triumphs as the Technical Director of the NEOM McLaren Formula E team.

Thanks to the NEOM McLaren Formula E team for their collaboration in bringing this episode to life, check out their work at https://www.mclaren.com/racing/formula-e/

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