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This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, is an extensive lecture by John Bornholdt, often referred to as Johnny B., who shares his experience as a race steward. Johnny B. recounts his 50-year career, starting in 1952 at Sebring through to his involvement in various major racing series, including SCCA and Formula One. He delves into the organization and responsibilities of race stewards, the rules and regulations governing races, the process of handling protests, and ensures the enforcement of justice on the racing track. Additionally, Johnny B. shares historical anecdotes and humorous tales from his time as a steward, illustrating the behind-the-scenes complexities of motor races and the human interactions that shape the sport.

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00:00:00 Johnny B's Racing Career
00:02:46 The Role of a Race Steward
00:04:29 Race Organization and Stewards
00:05:04 The 1955 Le Mans Disaster
00:08:51 Protests and Appeals in Racing
00:12:00 Stewards' Decision-Making Process
00:23:09 Training and Selection of Stewards
00:39:06 Humorous Racing Anecdotes
00:48:13 Meeting Rick Gallus
00:48:21 The Circuit Movie Experience
00:48:58 Standing Starts and Rule Changes
00:51:17 Pro Racing vs Club Racing
00:53:48 George Follmer's Accident
00:57:42 The Formula V Protest
01:23:31 The Importance of Timing in Racing
01:25:25 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.