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Rallying in America: The Recce PodcastMichelle Miller of DirtFishThis week’s guest is DirtFish instructor, rally driver, and co-driver, Michelle Miller.Michelle shares that her struggle with insomnia was the unexpected spark that ignited her passion for rally. During sleepless nights, she found herself watching SpeedVision, where her fascination with rally grew. This interest inspired her to try auto cross, allowing her to gain hands-on experience. Over time, her dedication and growing enthusiasm led her to meet someone from DirtFish and that connection opened the door to new opportunities for a professional path in instruction. Send us a textSupport the sho...
2025-12-3132 min
SPIN, The Rally PodRally Chile 2025: A clear title favorite emergesDo we now have an outright WRC title favorite? After Sébastien Ogier’s victory on Rally Chile, it’s what’s top of mind for SPIN, The Rally Pod panelists Colin Clark, Alasdair Lindsay and Eliot Barnard.DirtFish’s on-the-ground team from Chile also explore what Ogier’s win means for erstwhile points leader Evans’ title hopes – and where Kalle Rovanperä turns from here after a disappointing South American leg of the season. There’s also a deeper dive into Hyundai’s disappointing Chile form and what it could mean for its future.See Privacy Policy at ht...
2025-09-1931 min
SPIN, The Rally PodAndreas Mikkelsen: I still want to be back in WRCThree-time World Rally winner, and two-time WRC2 champion, Andreas Mikkelsen joins Luke Barry for stage three of Stage Mode to discuss his WRC future, what made Volkswagen so great, and his predictions for the 2025 WRC season. Mikkelsen also answers questions from Club DirtFish members, and takes on the 'higher vs lower' leaderboard challenge!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-08-1349 min
SPIN, The Rally PodOliver Solberg: How it feels to be a WRC winnerThe mics are on and we're flat to the mat. Welcome to DirtFish's brand-new weekly podcast, where we're putting guests into the drivers' seat. Launching into stage one with us is a man who's fittingly proved himself to be rather adept at debuts.Oliver Solberg dives deep into his sensational Rally Estonia victory, explains his emotions as he bizarrely drops back to WRC2 in Finland this week and reveals his dream rally team as part of a new segment 'get to know.'Plus, he takes on the 'higher or lower' leaderboard challenge and answers...
2025-07-3041 minSPIN, The Rally PodWe're launching a new guest-led podcast: Stage Mode!Every week we're going to be welcoming guests onto our podcast RIGHT HERE, under the new name of Stage Mode. But SPIN, The Rally Pod isn't going anywhere - it's simply moved home to Club DirtFish. Luke Barry and David Evans explainSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-07-2307 minSPIN, The Rally PodHow a vision became a global phenomenon: The DirtFish WiM Summit storyWhat started out as an idea has become a worldwide movement that refuses to die down. DirtFish Women in Motorsport coordinator Josie Rimmer chats with senior instructor Michelle Miller about the Summit's growth, and what's nextSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-05-281h 01SPIN, The Rally PodRally Portugal 2025: How guile overcame pure paceFew could deny that Ott Tänak was the fastest driver on Rally Portugal 2025 and would most likely have won by a handsome margin had he not been hampered by power-steering failure on Saturday afternoon. Instead, it was the old master Sébastien Ogier who was there to bring his Toyota GR Yaris home without any dramas while still outpacing all of his team-mates. David Evans and Luke Barry dissect all the action and consider why three of this year’s WRC title favorites – Thierry Neuville, Kalle Rovanperä and Elfyn Evans – had relatively lackluster events. They also...
2025-05-211h 08SPIN, The Rally PodBecs Williams: Career highlights & journeyDirtFish is delighted to be welcoming Becs Williams back to this month's Women in Motorsport Summit - this time as the event host! She joins David Evans to discuss that, and her incredible broadcasting career that's spanned over 20 yearsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-05-0756 minSPIN, The Rally PodHas Subaru's new car signalled need for change?Brenten Kelly hosts Nate Tennis and David Evans as we debrief the happenings of our home rally - Olympus 2025 - before we are joined by DirtFish WiM Driver Aoife Raftery who recaps her wicked weekendSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-04-161h 00SPIN, The Rally PodDirtFish's new Irish talent heads for AmericaAoife Raftery cut her rallying teeth in the European Rally Championship's junior category. Now her horizons are expanding, heading to America as part of DirtFish's Women in Motorsport Driver program. Josie Rimmer hosts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-03-2427 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe DirtFish 2024 Rally Quiz (Play Along!)How closely were you following rallying in 2024? Join David Evans, Colin Clark, Eliot Barnard and Luke Barry for DirtFish's end-of-year quiz and put your own knowledge to the test!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-12-251h 07SPIN, The Rally PodThe secrets of America's most gruelling off-road adventureIn this bonus episode of SPIN, The Rally Pod, DirtFish instructors Michelle Miller and Kendra Miller get together to discuss Kendra's awesome experience on the Rebelle Rally this yearSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-12-1355 minSPIN, The Rally PodAndrew Wheatley on the WRC's new technical regulationsThe future of the World Rally Championship has become clearer today, with confirmation of the 2027 technical regulations. So who better to speak to than the man who played a major role in devising them? DirtFish is pleased to welcome former FIA road sport director Andrew Wheatley to SPIN, The Rally Pod, who joined David Evans to dive into what the next set of regulations mean for our sport.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-12-111h 12SPIN, The Rally PodWhat caused so many drivers to go off at CER?Join the gang for our analysis of last week's Central European Rally, discussing the finer points of what was universally agreed to be the World Rally Championship at its very best.George Donaldson is joined by Alasdair Lindsay and David Evans to discuss the event, and George takes up the role of team principal at Toyota to outline how he would have dealt with Takamoto Katsuta this season.This week’s SPIN, The Rally Pod delves into Thierry Neuville’s frame of mind as he sits at home awaiting a potential Japanese coronation and offers advi...
2024-10-231h 03SPIN, The Rally PodInside the BRC F2 Kit Car reunionLast weekend, Donagh Kelly invited the cast of the British Rally Championship in the late '90s to his Stables Motorsport Centre for a weekend or reliving old, and creating new, memories. DirtFish brings you the inside track.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-10-0944 minSPIN, The Rally PodFrom rally newcomer to champion in three yearsOvermountain Rally Tennessee wrapped up two American Rally Association National titles. Brenten Kelly is joined by newly crowned L2WD co-driver champion and DirtFish instructor Michelle Miller to discuss Overmountain's ARA National debut and Richo Healey's journey from rally novice to champion in only three years.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-09-211h 08SPIN, The Rally PodThe student guiding his teacher to class wins!Richo Healey has been a sensation in the ARA this year, emerging as the favorite to claim the L2WD title. His co-driver, DirtFish Rally School instructor Michelle Miller, chats their progress and epic class win on last weekend's Ojibwe Forests Rally with Brenten KellySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-08-2849 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe case for an Ireland WRC returnWith the Donegal International Rally taking place last weekend, DirtFish’s David Evans, Brenten Kelly and Eliot Barnard made the trip to the north-west of Ireland to find out why the World Rally Championship simply must return there in 2026. Aaron Johnston, Jon Armstrong, James Cullen and local co-driver Niall Burns explain why rallying means so much to the people of Ireland, and we take a drive through the famous Knockalla stage.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-06-2656 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe roughest rally in America took no prisonersUnique cars, arch-rivals helping one another, Olympus Rally had it all. Nate Tennis, Jack Harrison and Brenten Kelly talk through the action – plus historic rally cars and how DirtFish helped one competitor iron out a haunting mistake.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-05-011h 01SPIN, The Rally PodEverything you need to know about Olympus RallyThis week is the biggest event of the American Rally Association season: the Olympus Rally. But what’s the big deal? Why should you be following? A trio of DirtFish pros have the answers: Brenten Kelly, Nate Tennis and Jack Harrison. Sam Albert’s Ferrari-swapped Subaru, the fearsome challenge of Nahwatzel, the exciting rally debut of DirtFish alumnus Casen Pedersen and more are the hot topics in a special Olympus edition of SPIN, The Rally Pod.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-04-181h 04SPIN, The Rally PodOur highlights of DirtFish's women's monthMichelle Miller is used to calling pace notes in the ARA or guiding students through the world’s best rally school. This week, she’s added to her repertoire by hosting the final Women’s Month SPIN, The Rally Pod.And what a fantastic job she did. Sit back and enjoy the next hour as Michelle is joined by Kelley Clausen-Walters, Zander Lozano, Kendra Miller and Tasha Krug to talk through the last month and, specifically, the Women in Motorsport Summit.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c...
2024-03-271h 08SPIN, The Rally PodMichèle Mouton's incredible career, in her wordsGuest host Becs Williams is joined by Michèle Mouton at the DirtFish Women in Motorsport summit to talk about the four-time WRC winner's long career, both behind the wheel during the fearsome Group B era, how she reached the highest echelons of motorsport and the impact her work outside of the cockpit with the FIA has made.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-03-1234 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe women inspiring the next generation in motorsportAnother DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit has come and gone in a flash, and it's fair to say that this year's event was the best yet. On today's episode of SPIN, The Rally Pod, DirtFish's Josie Rimmer and Michelle Miller reflect on everything that happened last Saturday, and how inspirational the Summit continues to be for so many people. Plus, our panelists - Michèle Mouton, Pernilla Solberg, Becs Williams, Vanessa Ruck, Michele Abbate and Jndia Urbacher - tell us about their experience at the Summit fresh from their appearance on the DirtFish stage.See Pri...
2024-03-0535 minSPIN, The Rally PodDirtFish's WIM Summit is back + Rally of Nations reactionsOn this week’s episode of SPIN, The Rally Pod, host Lisa O'Sullivan and DirtFish Women in Motorsport coordinator Josie Rimmer offer the perfect preview to what’s coming up in Snoqualmie on Saturday. Want to know how to get involved – how to join if you’re in Washington and how to tune in virtually if you’re not? It’s all in the SPIN.Plus, we travel to México to check in with Colin Clark and Alasdair Lindsay, fresh from their adventures at the Rally of Nations Guanajuato.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...
2024-02-2747 minSPIN, The Rally PodElfyn Evans opens up on the WRC's future, points system and moreDirtFish went to Wales to sit down and chat with the man leading Toyota's charge this season - Elfyn Evans. In one of his most entertaining and revealing interviews ever, Evans opens up about his WRC career to-date, the current state of the championship, his 2024 title chances and much, much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-01-1949 min
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2023-12-2827 minSPIN, The Rally PodQ&A listener special, part oneTo celebrate the end of another exciting year in the World Rally Championship, we decided to host our first ever SPIN, The Rally Pod listener special. And after so many of you got in touch across our social channels, we assembled a DirtFish panel of experts - David Evans, Colin Clark, George Donaldson and host James Bowen - to give their takes on the topics you want to know more about. So sit back and enjoy as the DirtFish team answer your questions on part one of our listener special, and don't forget to check back soon for part tw...
2023-12-1955 minSPIN, The Rally PodAn in-depth look at EA SPORTS WRCEA SPORTS WRC was released to the world last week, but DirtFish was fortunate enough to be invited down to Codemasters' headquarters a couple of weeks earlier to get our hands on the game and to talk to some key members behind making it - Ross Gowing and Jon ArmstrongSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-11-0753 minSPIN, The Rally PodPreview: Rally Finland 2023Colin Clark, David Evans and George Donaldson look forward to one of the most exciting rounds of the year: Rally Finland. The latest round of the European Rally Championship and last weekend’s Rallycross Fest at DirtFish Rally School are also up for discussion.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-08-0149 minSPIN, The Rally PodPreview: Rally Estonia 2023As the World Rally Championship returns this week, Colin Clark sits down with DirtFish instructors Brenten Kelly and Jack Harrison to talk all things Estonia. But there's also a nod to the Goodwood Festival of Speed and an important tribute - and message - following the tragic loss of Erin Kelly at last weekend's New England Forest RallySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-07-1844 minSPIN, The Rally PodOur memories of Craig BreenCraig Breen was a very special person who will never be forgotten by anyone in the world of rallying. The DirtFish team celebrates his passion for rallying, his love for those around him, his quick wit, his desire to help the next generation, and his humilitySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-04-181h 08SPIN, The Rally PodPreview: Rally México 2023As Rally México returns to the World Rally Championship for the first time since 2020 this week, the DirtFish team consider the event's unique challengesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-03-1447 minSPIN, The Rally PodMouton, Solberg, Gelsomino & co: WIM Summit 2023Lisa O'Sullivan takes you behind the scenes of the DirtFish Women in Motorsport Summit with interviews from several panelists including Michèle Mouton, Pernilla Solberg and Rhianon GelsominoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-03-131h 05SPIN, The Rally PodDirtFish's Women's Month is back!Lisa O'Sullivan is joined by DirtFish Women in Motorsport coordinator Josie Rimmer to look ahead at what lies in store at this year's Women in Motorsport Summit - and across DirtFish.com over the month of March!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-02-2829 minSPIN, The Rally PodDirtFish Team Talk: Rally Sweden 2023Hear from all the leading Rally1 drivers ahead of the second round of the 2023 World Rally ChampionshipSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-02-0833 minSPIN, The Rally PodPreview: Rally Sweden 2023As the World Rally Championship speeds north and into Sweden, get the lowdown from the DirtFish team ahead of round twoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-02-0759 minSPIN, The Rally PodPreview: Monte Carlo Rally 2023With a new season now upon us, nothing is off limits to the SPIN, The Rally Pod team as DirtFish previews the opening roundSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-01-1748 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe legacy Ken Block leaves behindKen Block wasn't just a rally driver, wasn't just a Gymkhana star - he was a pioneer. As we continue to mourn the loss of a superstar, the DirtFish team examines Block's legacySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-01-0526 minSPIN, The Rally PodDirtFish's dream WRC calendarDavid Evans, Luke Barry and George Donaldson discuss what rounds would feature in their ideal WRC calendarSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-12-131h 03SPIN, The Rally PodRally Spain – Meet The CrewsDirtFish talks with all the leading World Rally Championship contenders in the lead-up to Rally Spain. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-10-2049 min
The Avants PodcastIf You Love Events At DirtFish As Much As We Do, You’ve Got Brian Dallas To Thank!We work a lot with Marketing and Events Manager Brian Dallas at DirtFish. From Avants Off-Road, to WagonFest, to the DirtFish SummerFest, and MANY more, it seems like we're always at DirtFish and we wouldn't have it any other way. We get to know Brian a little better and talk about his love for Minis, cycling, and of course all things Rally. We even got a few surprise visits from some other friends at DirtFish while we were there!
2022-09-1958 minSPIN, The Rally PodWhy WRC Acropolis Rally proved such a car breakerThe SPIN, The Rally Pod team wrap up an eventful Acropolis Rally, which lived up to its unforgiving reputation last weekend, while also looking ahead to the next round of the American Rally Association presented by DirtFish National series.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-09-1456 minSPIN, The Rally PodDirtFish's memories of Mark WilfordDirtFish remembers WRC PR guru Mark Wilford who sadly passed away last week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-09-0654 minSPIN, The Rally PodA technical examination of Ypres Rally BelgiumGeorge Donaldson is joined by DirtFish Rally School instructor Nate Tennis for a look at what went wrong for some of the World Rally Championship's finest in BelgiumSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-08-3052 minSPIN, The Rally PodBlock vs Subaru – Who’ll take the 2022 ARA title?Ken Block is pushing Subaru pair Travis Pastrana and Brandon Semenuk to the limit for the ARA National title – but who will go on and win? DirtFish analyzes the season so far and what comes next – both for the main title and the hotly-contested support classes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-07-2649 minSPIN, The Rally PodDirtFish at Goodwood! What you can expectHeading to the Goodwood Festival of Speed this weekend? Of course you are. David Evans and Rob Hansford tell you what you can expect from DirtFish at the famous festivalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-06-2420 minSPIN, The Rally PodDirtFish partners with eWRC-results!Colin Clark is joined by David Evans and Andrea Adamo to discuss the nuances of DirtFish's exciting new partnership with eWRC-results and what it means for the rally fanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-05-1939 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe push to get more women into motorsportLisa O'Sullivan is joined by DirtFish Women's Month coordinator Josie Rimmer who explains the motives behind DirtFish's accelerating push to promote women in motorsport, and what we can all do to helpSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-04-1936 minSPIN, The Rally PodMichèle Mouton's WRC journey, in her own wordsDirtFish guest editor Michèle Mouton sits down with Colin Clark to talk in depth about her rallying career.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-03-3028 minSPIN, The Rally PodDebating the WRC's early hybrid problemsAfter failures for both Ott Tänak and Elfyn Evans on Rally Sweden, the new-for-2022 hybrid units are back in the spotlight. Do we need new regulations to accommodate the new technology? There's also a preview to this weekend's ERC opener and the rest of DirtFish Women's Month.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-03-0852 minSPIN, The Rally PodInside M-Sport's Monte celebrationsDirtFish brings you an exclusive in this special episode as Malcolm Wilson addresses his M-Sport team after winning the Monte Carlo RallySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-02-0427 minSPIN, The Rally PodA Gravel Grand Prix with a twist - Rally Finland previewIt's Rally Finland, but not as we know it. An October date - two months later than normal - brings with it new challenges, which are laid out by the DirtFish team in our preview podcast. As well as trying to predict who might win round 10 of the WRC season, there's also a look at what to expect from Esapekka Lappi on his return to the top flight in a Toyota Yaris WRC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-09-2846 minSPIN, The Rally PodCan anyone stop home favorite Neuville on Ypres Rally?It's Ypres Rally week! The Belgian classic will make its World Rally Championship bow this weekend - so does the 2021 route stay true to the event's heritage? And can anyone stop Thierry Neuville from claiming his first win of the season? The DirtFish team are on hand with all the major talking points ahead of one of the most eagerly anticipated rallies in years.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-08-1050 minSPIN, The Rally PodWhy 2021 star Katsuta isn't rushing for shot in third Yaris just yetIn this special edition of SPIN, The Rally Pod, DirtFish speaks to one of the stars of the 2021 WRC season so far - Takamoto Katsuta. Following his breakthrough first podium on the Safari Rally, Katsuta talks about his motorsport past, what he's changed about his approach this year, and explains why he's comfortable waiting a bit longer for his chance to step up to the main Toyota factory team.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-07-0750 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe inside line on Safari Rally Kenya's WRC returnWith the dust quite literally settled on the first Safari Rally in almost 20 years, DirtFish reviews the Kenya weekend, with insight from those on the ground running the event plus competitors past and present on just how demanding the first edition in the rally's new era was.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-07-021h 03SPIN, The Rally PodTänak turns a corner and Evans's Sainz-esque drive - Portugal WRC reviewFollowing a hugely entertaining Rally Portugal, the DirtFish team rates the top performers - examining Ott Tänak's "light at the end of tunnel" pace - and assesses whether Hyundai's missed opportunity will be costly, or if the rallies to come give it a chance to fight backSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-05-2650 minSPIN, The Rally PodHyundai starts early moves in the WRC driver marketHyundai blinked first by locking Thierry Neuville and Ott Tanak in with extended contracts - so what implications does that have on the rest of the WRC driver market? The DirtFish team consider who might go where, the significance of Hyundai's swoop for M-Sport's tech guru Christian Louriaux, and discuss the introduction of a new 100% sustainable fuel for the 2022 seasonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-05-0751 minSPIN, The Rally PodWhat to expect from the WRC's first visit to CroatiaIt's been a long time coming, but the third round of the 2021 WRC season is finally here. DirtFish's pundits on the ground and back at base are on hand to discuss the key talking points ahead of Croatia's first WRC round - including who's most likely to contend for victory, where's best to start on the road, and what kind of conditions to expect.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-04-2240 minSPIN, The Rally PodOur verdict on Extreme E's first weekendThe dust has - just about - settled on the Extreme E's inaugural round in Saudi Arabia. Having followed things closely on-site and back at base, the DirtFish team review the action, and ask whether XE hit its marks on two of its cornerstone points - environmental awareness and gender equality.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-04-081h 04SPIN, The Rally PodWhat to expect from Arctic Rally Finland - the experts' viewIn part two of DirtFish's Arctic Rally Finland podcast preview offering, Colin Clark speaks to Tony Jardine, George Donaldson and Kristian Sohlberg - who all know a thing or two about competing on snow.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-02-251h 12SPIN, The Rally PodOur Arctic Rally Finland expectationsFrom having the correct footwear to traverse deep snow to having the right suspension to go through it at over 100mph, the DirtFish team compare notes on how competitors, organizers and journalists are gearing up for Arctic Rally Finland in the latest episode of SPIN, The Rally Pod.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-02-1958 minSPIN, The Rally PodOur vision for an alternative-energy rallying futureIn this 'Green Edition' follow-up to last month's podcast about rallying's future, DirtFish's podcast regulars offer up their opinions on how rallying can - and should - stay relevant by adopting a green roadmapSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-02-0346 min
SkeleTalesA Man And His Peanut - A SkeleTalk With Mitch Williams of Dirtfish Rally SchoolDespite the fates conspiring against us to muffle these tales of mystery and adventure, we are pleased to finally be publishing this very special SkeleTalk featuring Alissa’s darling husband, the very handsome and talented, Mitchell Williams.While it may appear that we just decided to interview whomever we had lying around our homes as a filler episode, you would be dearly mistaken because you are, in fact, in for a treat! Mitch is here to share tales from beyond the pale that he experienced growing up in a haunted farmhouse in western New York and, more re...
2021-01-2051 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe top 10 WRC drivers of 2020DirtFish ranks the WRC stars of the season - after a heated debateSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-12-2445 minSPIN, The Rally PodDramatic moments from the past 25 years of WRC title decidersAhead of the final round of the 2020 WRC season, the Monza Rally, the DirtFish team look back at some of the best title deciders from years gone by. There's also an assessment of this year's four remaining contenders - points leader Elfyn Evans, Sébastien Ogier, Thierry Neuville and Ott Tänak - and their chances, plus a look at the conditions that will greet them in Italy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-12-0334 minSPIN, The Rally PodHow prepared is Elfyn Evans for his Monza showdown?In his last media interview before the WRC's title-deciding weekend, Elfyn Evans talks about preparing for the Monza Rally and his season so far, before the DirtFish team discuss what to expect from the points leader on the rally - if it goes ahead...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-11-2427 minSPIN, The Rally PodMemories of McRae's title-winning RAC driveDirtFish's voice of rally Colin Clark, Senior Staff Writer David Evans and former Toyota team manager George Donaldson share personal, and professional, insight on what made the 1995 RAC Rally so specialSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-11-2255 minSPIN, The Rally PodToyota's WRC future without Tommi MäkinenThis week's big news is the impending departure of Tommi Mäkinen from the Toyota WRC team he helped build since 2015, after the parent brand bought its WRC operations from Mäkinen's TMR preparation firm. What does that mean for Toyota and for Mäkinen? DirtFish's voice of rally Colin Clark and Senior Staff Writer David Evans discuss the ramifications.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-09-2642 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe inside line on Britain's rallying futureBRC manager Iain Campbell talks to Colin Clark about M-Sport's Return to Rally Stages, Rally GB's future and how to bring rally action back across the UK.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-08-2944 minSPIN, The Rally PodLochs, Lancias, and a legendIn the latest edition of SPIN, The Rally Pod, our panel of DirtFish Senior Staff Writer David Evans, our voice of rally Colin Clark and George Donaldson turn back the clock to discuss their favorite Lancia liveries, the genius (and flaws) of the great Walter Röhrl and look ahead to the long-awaited Rally Estonia.Can rallying return safely amid fresh coronavirus cases in Europe? The team chat through the calendar permutations as the WRC gears up for its return. And all the while, George has been outsmarting midges next to a Scottish loch...See P...
2020-08-1148 min
Garage Heroes In TrainingGHIT 0130: Nate Tennis from DirtFish Rally School about all things rallyNate Tennis from DirtFish Rally school joins us on this episode to discuss rally driving, racing, and training. Nate reviews his background (since essentially his birth) and how his school approaches teaching the principles of rally driving to their students. His extensive background in rally and off road racing for over two decades and counting helps tremendously in teaching their students since 2010. DirtFish's original vision was to become the premier rally school in the United States. Moreover, DirtFish has evolved into one of the most prestigious professional rally school in all of North America, and earning a reputation in...
2020-08-101h 55SPIN, The Rally PodWhat we learned from rallying's international returnDirtFish's Colin Clark and David Evans spent a week in Italy for the biggest step towards the full resumption of international rallying so far, as the 2020 European Rally Championship began and Hyundai entered both Rally di Roma and subsequent Italian event Rally di Alba in force.As their trip came to an end, they reflected on the experience of being back in the service parks, how the ERC is shaping up, performances on those rallies, the coronavirus situation and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...
2020-08-0856 minSPIN, The Rally PodModifications for Monte and M-SportThe Monte Carlo Rally itinerary has been modified for 2021, while M-Sport is giving DirtFish exclusive access to its updated headquarters and new test track. Plus Colin Clark, George Donaldson and David Evans preview Rally di Roma, the first major international rally since the COVID-19 outbreak began.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-07-2157 minSPIN, The Rally PodIt's Safari week!In the week the World Rally Championship should've been back in Kenya, the DirtFish team celebrates everything that made the Safari great - and will do againSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-07-1447 min
The Jim Beaver Show#431 - Live from DirtFish Rally SchoolLive from DirtFish Rally School in Snoqualmie, Washington with Mia Chapman talking rally cars, racing, and motorsports in 2020 with various industry guests. Be sure and use the code JIMBEAVER15 for 15% off at www.DirtFish.com
2020-07-111h 39SPIN, The Rally PodCalendar clarity at last for the WRCFinally, the World Rally Championship's C-word no longer needs to be used in hushed tones, following the reveal of a provisional calendar for the remainder of the 2020 season. Unsurprisingly, the new schedule is at the top of the agenda discussed by Colin Clark, George Donaldson and David Evans this weekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-07-071h 00SPIN, The Rally PodThe WRC's prospects for 2020, 2021 and 2022 tooWith teams back in testing action and a calendar coming together, WRC 2020 feels within reach again - but what does the longer-term future now hold?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-06-3050 minSPIN, The Rally PodBehind the scenes as WRC returned to actionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-06-2325 minSPIN, The Rally PodWhy did the Finns stop flying?Finnish drivers used to dominate the WRC, but none has won a title since Marcus Gronholm in 2002. Though Kalle Rovanpera might rectify that anomaly soon, why has the drought gone on so long? That's what Colin Clark, George Donaldson and David Evans are debating this week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-06-1652 minSPIN, The Rally PodBurns, calving and a shrinking calendarThere have been big setbacks for the WRC in the past week, with Finland, New Zealand and GB all off for 2020. Recorded just before news of GB being canned was confirmed, this episode of Spin, the Rally Pod explains why the events in question had little choiceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-06-0943 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe big WRC questions right nowRallying's return is getting closer, so enough lockdown talk - time to focus on the competition. From Ogier's future to Hyundai's latest driver shuffles and the new Toyota, the DirtFish gang hits the big talking pointsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-06-0245 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe untold tales of Toyota's 1998 heartbreakToyota and Carlos Sainz were on the brink of the 1998 World Rally Championship title when it fell apart in agonizing fashion with the finish in sight. DirtFish podcast regular George Donaldson was a key part of the Toyota team back then, and reveals how it felt to be part of that incredible rollercoaster - plus some theories never before airedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-05-2845 minSPIN, The Rally PodLet's get radicalMoves towards resuming real-world rallying are starting to accelerate, but there are still a lot of unknowns and concerns. Colin Clark, David Evans and George Donaldson have a typically passionate debate about the options and the latest developments - and also celebrate all that's great about Rally Portugal.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-05-241h 02SPIN, The Rally PodMcMastering WRC photographyWhen it comes to rallying photography, Colin McMaster is one of the best in the business. In this edition of Spin, the Rally Pod, our voice of rally Colin Clark meets with McMaster (while observing social distancing measures) to lift the lid on McMaster's career behind the lens - from convincing teachers in South Africa to allow him to study photography rather than taking Afrikaans lessons, to his first big break shooting for Subaru, and how he met his hero-turned-business partner, Reinhard Klein. There's also a look back at McMaster's memories of a sodden edition of Rally Portugal in 2001...
2020-05-2149 minSPIN, The Rally PodWhat can be done with the 2020 WRC season?With the Safari Rally Kenya definitely off the list for 2020, but COVID-19 restrictions beginning to be lifted in some parts of the world, the DirtFish team looks at the state of play for the paused World Rally Championship season. Can enough of the calendar be salvaged to crown a worthy champion?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-05-1537 minSPIN, The Rally PodBehind the scenes of the toughest Safari Rally eraOur chats with Derek Dauncey about Mitsubishi's Safari Rally heroics in recent weeks have given an incredible insight into just how tough the legendary Kenyan event was in the 1990s.Now SPIN's own George Donaldson lifts the lid on an even more demanding era. Starting in the 1980s, his stint in a lead role at Toyota came when the manufacturer took the Safari incredibly seriously - with weeks-long recces, specialized development programs and team personnel including George spending as much as six months of the year in Kenya.Settle in for a fascinating reminisce about...
2020-05-121h 03SPIN, The Rally PodNow that’s what Derek calls the 90s Part 2Mitsubishi scored a second Safari Rally win in three years on the 1998 event. This one was particularly special for British fans with Richard Burns taking his maiden WRC win and backing up Colin McRae’s Kenyan victory of 12 months earlier.Typically for the Safari, it was anything but straightforward, as Mitsubishi Ralliart’s Derek Dauncey tells David Evans in the second of his interviews looking into life among the Lancers in the Nineties. This time, for the first time, Andrew Cowan’s Rugby-based team was running a brace of cars, something that brought plenty of challen...
2020-05-0825 minSPIN, The Rally PodThe world champion from home. And the heartIf today’s World Rally Champion could offer Ott Tänak some career advice 10 years ago, what would it be? And what did he really think of his move from Toyota to Hyundai?Talking about Hyundai, what’s Andrea Adamo really like and does he say yes more than he says no.All of these questions and more – including his first thoughts on Sébastien Ogier joining him and Elfyn Evans at M-Sport – are answered in an insightful DirtFish SPIN, The Rally Pod interview with our defending world champ. He also has a word or two...
2020-05-0622 minSPIN, The Rally PodEpisode 10 - Argentina: it’s not all meat and drinkYou might have gathered, the DirtFish team would rather be elsewhere this week. We’d rather be in Villa Carlos Paz reporting on round four of this year’s World Rally Championship, the SpeedAgro Rally Argentina.Just because we’re not, doesn’t mean we can’t talk about it. So we did. In this edition of Spin, The Rally Pod, Lisa O’Sullivan focuses the attention of George Donaldson, David Evans and Colin Clark on Argentina and a whole host of South American stories.George tells the world how and why he made Nicky Grist cry, C...
2020-04-2449 minSPIN, The Rally PodBonus Spin - Andrea AdamoItalian Andrea Adamo was recruited to the very top of Hyundai Motorsport at the start of 2019. In turn, in his first season in charge, he delivered the Korean manufacturer to the very top of the World Rally Championship.His method and approach reflect the glorious Lancia-defined era in which he grew up. In a little over 12 months, he’s polarised opinion in the service park. Not that he cares. His mission statement talks of winning rallies, rather than popularity contests. But his charisma is captivating. Here he talks at length to DirtFish’s David Evans about – among other...
2020-04-221h 22
Motorsports & Driver Development ShowGetting Started in Rally with Nate Tennis, DirtFish Lead Instructor"You don't need a lot of power to do well in motorsports. In fact, less can be a blessing. What may feel like a slow car in the street, is not a slow car in the woods. And you can learn a lot by driving a slow car"Nate Tennis is the lead instructor at DirtFish Rally School and is an accomplished driver in a few different disciplines. In this episode, we talk to him about his journey from automotive PR to driving instructor as well as his philosophies on getting started and becoming a better driver.
2020-04-2136 minSPIN, The Rally PodEpisode 8 - Now, that’s what Derek calls the 90s Part 1For thousands of rally fans out there Mitsubishi Ralliart was the 1990s in the World Rally Championship. And Derek Dauncey was the man in the middle of that Rugby-based Mitsubishi outfit.In what’s going to be the first of many interviews (hence this is Part 1 of Now that’s what Derek calls the 1990s…), Dauncey talks DirtFish through two pivotal events for Andrew Cowan’s Lancer squad. We’re in 1996 for both, the first is the Safari Rally - an outstanding tale of Ralliart’s first attempt at the Kenyan marathon - and the second is one of the A...
2020-04-201h 02SPIN, The Rally PodBonus Spin - COVID-19 and its effect on RallyingThe COVID-19 Coronavirus outbreak is continuing to disrupt the day-to-day affairs of millions of people around the world. It’s put a halt to the world of motorsport on the road but it hasn’t stopped those in the motorsport world from doing their part to make a difference in this fight.DirtFish reporters Colin Clark and David Evans have been hearing the stories of some members of the rally community who are trying to help.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...
2020-04-1636 min
The Avants PodcastWelcome Back Trevor Wert - Director of Marketing for DirtFish!We welcome back Trevor Wert to talk more about his expanding role at DirtFish and all the amazing things DirtFish is bringing. Trevor gives us all the info on the big moves DirtFish is making in media and becoming yours and the whole world’s source for all things rally! We talk rally cars, rally drivers, drives to Alaska, and his adventures around the world. Check out Trevor’s work and all the new stuff coming at DirtFish.com!
2020-03-0658 minSPIN, The Rally PodEpisode 1 - Meet The Team/Rally Sweden RecapColin Clark, David Evans, George Donaldson and Lisa O'Sullivan talk all things rally on the newest DirtFish podcast, Spinning The Line.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-02-2947 min
The Jim Beaver ShowSubaru’s Patrik Sandell & DirtFish’s Conner Martell On Air!The Down & Dirty Radio Show Powered By Polaris RZR is bringing you another All Killer and No Filler episode brought to you by our friends at Subaru and DirtFish today! We’ve Subaru Rally Team USA GRC Supercar driver Patrik Sandell on air as well as GRC Lites DirtFish driver Conner Martell. We also have Joe Duncan from Terracross and all the latest from the world of action motorsports. Don’t forget to tune in to Jim Beaver’s new show Project Action on PodcastOne.com every Thursday or subscribe on iTunes. Please RATE, REVIEW, & SUBSCRIBE on iTunes to both shows...
2017-10-101h 49
The Jim Beaver ShowDirtFish Rally School EditionJim Beaver and the Down & Dirty Radio Show Powered By Polaris RZR are coming at you this week from DirtFish Rally School in Snoqualmie, Washington. We’ll have the latest from the premier rally driving school in North America with interviews from the drivers, personalities, and instructors that make it a dirt lovers dream. Game On! Be sure and check DirtFish out on the web at www.DirtFish.com.
2016-08-091h 48
The Jim Beaver ShowLive From DirtFish!Jim Beaver and the Down & Dirty Radio Show Powered By Polaris RZR are coming at you live onsite from DirtFish outside of Seattle! We’ll have interviews from the premier rally school in the US with X Games Legend Levi Lavallee, Snocross/Terracross Young Gun Cole Cottew, GRC Lites Winner Tanner Whitten, DirtFish Owner Steve Rimmer, and rally drivers James Rimmer and Nate Tennis. We’ll also have full coverage of the 2016 Polaris RZR Launch as well as all of the latest from the world of off-road and action motorsports. #GameOnLooking for a discount to DirtFish? Use JBDF...
2015-08-032h 00
The Jim Beaver ShowDirtFish, Joni Wiman, Ashley Kidd On AirJim Beaver and the Down & Dirty Radio Show Powered By Polaris RZR have a blockbuster show on tap today! We’ve got Rally America Champ David Higgins and Rally America SP front runner Nick Roberts calling in from DirtFish Rally School, an interview with Rally America Open Class Driver and DirtFish athlete Brenten Kelly, an interview with 2014 Global Rallycross Supercar Champ Joni Wiman, Rigid Industries athlete and 2014 Wake Surf World Champ Ashley Kidd, and Ami Houde is back with more Supercross coverage! We will have Polaris RZR UTV News, a DirtFish Rally Report, News from GRC Press Day, SST Long Be...
2015-04-202h 00The Jim Beaver ShowThe Down & Dirty Radio Show DirtFish Rally School Edition!Jim Beaver and the Down & Dirty Radio Show are bringing you a HUGE show today in this very special DirtFish Rally School Edition. Kicking things off we will be making a blockbuster GRC announcement you won't want to miss! For the duration of the show it will be #GameOn DIrtFish style with some awesome interviews with the people involved with the DirtFish Rally School in Washington. We'll also have a DirtFish Rally Report and all of the latest news and results from the world of off-road, rally, and action motorsports. #GameOnDownload Our App Today!www.DirtF...
2014-09-082h 00