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planet-irl.com - 8 days ago
An Interview with Jonathan Summerton
— planet-irl.com — This week on our winter interview series Steph and I are joined by "America's next F1 Champion"... Jonathan Summerton. We discuss his year in Atlantics and Indy Lights plus what is in store for next year including his talks with USF1 and a possible ride at Indy. Listen Here (more) An Interview with Jonathan Summerton

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planet-irl.com - 8 days ago
Historic Indy 500 Journal – 1958
— planet-irl.com — In today’s Indy journal, we look at 1958. Dad graduated from high school the night before the... race and Pat O’Conner was killed on the opening lap. 1958 Memorial Day came on Friday this year. My graduation from high school was the night before, Thursday, the 29th. When Dad found out ... (more) Historic Indy 500 Journal – 1958

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planet-irl.com - 13 days ago
An Interview with Tony Kanaan
— planet-irl.com — On this special episode of the podcast Paul, Lisa, and I are joined by 2004 Indycar Champion... Tony Kanaan. We talk to him about the 2009 season, his goals for next year, and even his afro! Listen Here (more) An Interview with Tony Kanaan

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planet-irl.com - 15 days ago
Podcast Episode 19 with Curt Cavin
— planet-irl.com — This week on the show Paul and I are joined by Indystar auto racing writer and co-host... of Trackside with Kevin and Cavin, Curt Cavin. We delve into issues like the IMS staff cuts, Jeff Belskus' credentials, USAC, and multiple manufacturers. Listen Here or download the podcast on iTunes. (more) Podcast Episode 19 with Curt Cavin
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USF1 Video Journals
planet-irl.com - 18 days ago
USF1 Video Journals
— planet-irl.com — In case you haven’t seen them already… (All videos are courtesy of friend of the blog, Declan... Brennan) (more) USF1 Video Journals
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Breaking News i am INDY found shot
planet-irl.com - 19 days ago
Breaking News i am INDY found shot
— planet-irl.com — Indianapolis Police were called to a home in the 3800 block of Tone Deaf Lane.They found one... subject laying unresponsive in the backyard with a hole in his head and a trail of musical notes flowing on the sidewalk apparently from a high powered squirt gun.The substance in the gun was tested and ... (more) Breaking News i am INDY found shot

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planet-irl.com - 19 days ago
IMS must also remember its roots
— planet-irl.com — Just a couple days ago, my colleague Steph wrote a wonderful post here about how IndyCar, as... the series, needs to remember its roots and not forget the working men and women that bought tickets, became devoted followers, and formed the bedrock of open-wheel racing’s success here in ... (more) IMS must also remember its roots

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planet-irl.com - 20 days ago
IndyCar must not lose sight of its roots
— planet-irl.com — Let’s expand on the parting thought from my last post. With Izod’s title sponsorship aiming to reach... a younger, more urban potential fan base, what does the series need to do to ensure that it doesn’t inadvertently disconnect itself from its most faithful? Specifically, we’re talking about the ... (more) IndyCar must not lose sight of its roots

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planet-irl.com - 22 days ago
Pardon Me Would you pass the Grey Poupon…
— planet-irl.com — Jovy Marcelo was an up and comer with Walker Motorsports. He had won the Toyota Atlantic Series... Championship in 1991, beating Jimmy Vasser by four points. On May 15th, 1992 While on a warmup lap he car spinned out of control in turn three at Indanapolis Motor Speedway. He left behind his wife ... (more) Pardon Me Would you pass the Grey Poupon…

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planet-irl.com - 22 days ago
Podcast Episode 18
— planet-irl.com — This week Paul and I are joined by our newest contributor Steph. We discuss Izod, Newman Haas,... Newman Wachs, and yes, she did start a SMALL PT discussion. No hate mail, please. Listen Here or on iTunes (more) Podcast Episode 18
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Musings from the Fire Pit
planet-irl.com - 23 days ago
Musings from the Fire Pit
— planet-irl.com — >I would be remiss if I didn’t open up this edition with the fact that I am... extremely excited that the IndyCar Series has a series sponsor. Welcome IZOD to the world of title sponsorship and a big thank you to Terry Angstadt, Brian Barnhardt & Tony George for bringing in a huge ... (more) Musings from the Fire Pit

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planet-irl.com - 25 days ago
When all else fails, deflect?
— planet-irl.com — Let me get right to the point, NASCAR. Your new car sucks, your races are boring, and... your Chase is broken! Normally I wouldn’t waste my time posting about this, but it’s been eating at me for several days so perhaps I’ll feel better when I get my emotion jotted down. I ... (more) When all else fails, deflect?

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planet-irl.com - 26 days ago
A short study of Izod’s target market
— planet-irl.com — Planet-IRL’s IRL Editor, Paul, has written an excellent summary of why the fans should be very excited... about Izod’s new involvement in the series as its title sponsor. Let’s get into this in more detail and take a closer look at the demographics involved. Shortly after the season finale in ... (more) A short study of Izod’s target market
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planet-irl.com - 27 days ago
Podcast Episode 17
— planet-irl.com — This week I am joined by our friends Todd and Steve from F1B. We review the spectacular... Abu Dhabi Grand Prix then move onto this weeks big headlines. We wrap up the show with an overall review of the season. Listen Here or on iTunes (more) Podcast Episode 17

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planet-irl.com - 27 days ago
Izod can be the “Festivus for the Restivus”
— planet-irl.com — By now, I’m sure if you’re reading this blog, you know that Izod was announced as the... Official Title Sponsor of the Izod IndyCar Series, effective immediately and running at least 6 years. If you want more in-depth details on the sponsorship, I suggest you read-up on any number of ... (more) Izod can be the “Festivus for the Restivus”

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planet-irl.com - 29 days ago
Where have all the rivalries gone?
— planet-irl.com — All right. Let’s dive into an offshoot topic from yesterday’s post. The overall question: why aren’t we... more invested in the drivers these days? A lack of meaningful rivalries was one of the first things that came to mind. If there was one thing that defined the final four years of Champ Car, ... (more) Where have all the rivalries gone?

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