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The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 27: Welcome to 2021We are back in 2021! What have Gino & Rick been up to? The Death of Winter review! And Rick bought what?2021-03-241h 19
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 26: Gino goes pro racing..Dreams do come true. But racing is still tough. Hear Gino’s thoughts on running the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge race during Petit weekend. In the Jzilla sponsored AOA Racing Audi RS3 TCR.2020-10-211h 24
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 25: An interview with Hagerty’s Dan Telfer. Track Day insurance Q&ATrack day insurance. We don’t like to talk about it, because we never want to have an issue on track. But it’s a great product for the worse case scenario. In this episode we sit down down Dan Telfer, Southern Motorsports Manager for Hagerty and pick his brain on track day insurance and all that Hagerty has to offer.2020-09-291h 11
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 24: An interview with Nine Lives JohnnyIn episode 24 Rick and Gino talk with the founder of Nine Lives Racing, Mr. Johnny Cichowski. Learn about the creation of the Nine Lives Wang, his V8 Miata, and his possible assistance to a money laundering scheme.2020-08-251h 08
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 23: An Interview with the Official Jzilla Coach Patrick WilmotFew HPDE organizations can say they have a coach on staff with the credentials of Patrick Wilmot. A Pro driver who has raced in IMSA, Pirelli World Challenge, and the SCCA. And has coached for great organizations like Porsche, Mercedes AMG, and the Primal Racing School. In this candid interview Patrick was kind enough the spend some time while on VACATION to call in and talk to Rick and Gino. An awesome dude who loves racing, hear how he can make you faster on a budget!
*The Audio Quality in this episode is lack...2020-07-2454 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 22: The Esses of Summer Powered By Z1 MotorsportsWe are back! Join Rick and Gino as they recap the awesome 2020 Esses of Summer powered Z1 Motorsports. Specials guests Scott Lovett and the chief himself Mr. James Marcellana. Hear about Covid preparations, exciting future events, and our favorite cars of the event. Note: we say it’s episode 21 it’s actually 22.2020-06-261h 05
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 21: An interview with RJ from the Atlanta Speed CompanyIn episode 21 Rick and Gino sit down and talk with RJ from Jzilla Sponsor The Atlanta Speed Co. What’s the worst inspection they have ever done? Who is the fastest driver at ASC? What parts does James Marcellana break? Disclaimer: The Audio on this episode is slightly corrupted. At some points we are talking over each other. We promise it was the recording app and not RJ being rude.2020-04-021h 00
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 20: The Death of Winter 2020Welcome to Season 2! The recap of Event 1 the Death of Winter at @ AMP. Did you know Rick has 2 Turbo Miata’s?!How was our new green group format?And why was Gino on track in a G-Wagen? Also our first Valvoline give away!2020-03-2036 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 19: An interview with Mr. Andrew (Pinky) PinkertonRick and Gino sit down with Pro driver and Coach Mr. Andrew Pinkerton. Hear about his tough climb through the ranks of motorsport and how he has made a career of it!2020-02-251h 09
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 18: The Jzilla Podcast goes Racing!We actually did it. In this 2 part episode hear about Rick, Gino, and Scott’s adventure as an endurance sports car team in the 2020 AER season opener at Road Atlanta!2020-02-201h 28
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 17: An interview with Mr. Justin HuntHuge news in Episode 17. Our first official sponsor announcement!Followed by a great interview with the self proclaimed “Swiss Army Knife” of the paddock Mr. Justin Hunt. Hear about life as a data expert, timing and scoring guru, and sometimes race car driver.2020-02-121h 04
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 16: The Jzilla Track Days Good Time EporiumIn Episode 16 Rick & Gino spend some time with Mr. Jzilla himself, Mr. James Marcellana and discuss the Jzilla Good Time Eporium video shoot at Barber Motorsports Park. Learn about the upcoming Automotive playground that no other track day organization is offering! A great listen to go along with the Video by Talmond Films. 2020-01-3052 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 15: An interview with Mr. Danny SawyerFrom broke college kid to successful engineer, Danny Sawyer has in many ways grown up in the group. Hear his many incredible Jzilla stories, how the group rallied around him in the past, and his future plans in motorsport.2020-01-141h 05
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 14: An interview with Mr. Nick ThompsonWelcome to 2020! In the first episode of the decade Rick and Gino sit down with a Jzilla rock star, Mr. Nick Thompson. This was a highly requested interview and it doesn't disappoint. Learn about Nick's incredible car collection, some of his favorite Jzilla moments, and his passion for the hobby. 2020-01-071h 19
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 13: An interview with Mr. John Debbaros and the AOA Motorsports StoryIn episode 13 Rick and Gino meet up with Mr. John Debbaros at Pizza By Fuscos in downtown Ackworth. John has an incredible motorsports history that many people don’t know about. He has also owned some incredible cars and is currently the owner of AOA Motorsports.2019-12-231h 14
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 12: An interview with Mr. Jack FuEveryone loves a good comeback story. It’s even better when you didn’t even know it happened. In this heavy episode Rick and Gino talk to Mr. Jack Fu about a scary crash he had at Road Atlanta. His connection with Rick, and his incredible comeback.2019-12-1859 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode XI: An interview with Mr. James MarcellanaQuite possibly the interview of the decade. Gino and Rick sit down with Mr. James Marcellana, the founder of Jzilla Trackdays. Hear about the humble beginnings of the organization, the future, and some of his greatest memories. An incredible 80 minutes recorded during the 2019 PRI Convention in Indianapolis.2019-12-131h 21
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 9: An Interview With Mr. Sunny ChenIn episode 9 Gino and Rick interview Mr. Sunny Chen. Sunny is a Jzilla regular, sought after instructor, and all around good guy! Hear what an “easy safe” is and how crashing is really about how you handle it.2019-11-2744 min
The Jzilla PodcastThe 19 Barber Monday before Thanksgiving Recap!Gino and Rick share their thoughts on the 2019 Barber Monday before Thanksgiving event! How was the new surface, Gino drove what!!!???, and our thoughts on Fred’a ZL1 after wheeling it.2019-11-2726 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 8: An Interview With Mr. Eric OlsenIn Episode 8 Rick and Gino interview Mr. Eric Olsen. Eric is a Jzilla regular who you will find at our events but also in several other Motorsports disciplines. Hear about his drifting antics, his snow plow experience, and favorite JZilla moments.2019-11-2047 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 7: Tool Kits & Tow RigsIn episode 7 Rick and Gino are once again joined by Scott Lovett. They discuss what’s in their track day tool kits as well as what their current tow vehicle setups are.2019-11-1548 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 6: An Interview with Mr. Patrick DaughertyOne of Jzilla’s finest, Gino and Rick Interview Mr. Patrick Daugherty. Hear about his favorite Jzilla events and memories, that one time he almost killed Gino, and how he feels about being voted one of Jzilla’s Most Beautiful People.2019-11-1441 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 5: An Intro to DataIn episode 5 Gino and Rick have a brief discussion with episode 4 special guest Scott Lovett on data and data acquisition. They discuss what systems they have experience with and their thoughts on using data in the track day environment to improve as drivers.2019-11-1037 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 4: An Interview With Mr. Scott LovettIf you don’t know Scott Lovett you probably do know his old #20 Home Depot NASCAR. An awesome member of the Jzilla community, Scott has been on tracks around the world. In this episode Gino and Rick learn about his racing beginnings, his favorite Christmas ornament, and his odd car collection.2019-11-0750 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 3: An interview with Mr. Fred HazeltonIn this episode Rick and I interview Mr. Fred Hazelton. Fred is another regular of the Jzilla community. Learn about his journey of going slower to go faster.2019-11-0237 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 2: An Interview with Mr. Rick StengardYou know him as that guy in the plasti-dipped Blue Miata. I know him as my friend Rick. Enjoy this fun interview with Mr. Rick Stengard.2019-10-2919 min
The Jzilla PodcastEpisode 1: The Novice JZilla DriverAre you planning on attending one of our events? Or do you know someone who wants to sign up? Here’s a quick overview of what to expect on day one of your first event.. Thank you to Mr. Rick Stengard for the insight and tips!2019-10-2938 min