Dinner with Racers

Ep.281 - Dinner(s) with the Rileys: Bill on Bob

Following our video series “Dinner(s) with the Rileys,” currently available on MotorTrend, we offer a series of long-form, less-edited editions of each of our sit downs. Our first is with Bill Riley, the son of Bob and Bea Riley, now in his third appearance on DwR. Effectively operating as the main caretaker of the business today, Bill gives us the backstory on his father and his modest upbringings as a depression era kid, all the way to modern day, including a ruthless look at some of the current business challenges facing the family and independent race-car designers/builders. Dinner was served at now-staple of DwR, “On the Nines” in Mooresville, NC, with the song “Everything Changes” by AM Beef taking us out. Thank you to Continental Tire for making it happen!

Ep.280 - DINNER BITES: Patrick Long and His Kühlt

In the second of our new series “Dinner Bites,” we talk with the legendary Patrick Long, who since sitting down with us 10 years ago has gone through some massive career changes, choosing to retire from full-time racing and focusing on an assortment of endeavors, including the growth of Luftgekühlt and Air Water, a series of Porsche-themed car shows that he was just getting started in our first sit down together 10 years ago.

Ep.279 - DINNER BITES: Andy Lally's New Career

In the first of our new series “Dinner Bites,” we take our first crack at shorter form episodes by talking to none other than Andy Lally, who was our first episode when DwR premiered 10 years ago. Retiring from full-time driving in January, Andy has jumped straight into his new career, being named president of the heralded Trans-Am series, a new role which Andy delved into during our latest recording.

Ep.278 - 10 Years! A Special Announcement

Celebrating an unbelievable 10 YEARS of “Dinner with Racers” and Continental Tire, Ryan and Sean present a special series of announcements in celebration: from a new series, to a new members-only club, and lots, and lots of more podcasts to come.

Ep.277 - Ricardo Juncos, Pt.2

Ricardo Juncos defines the concept of the American Dream. Growing up in Argentina, Ricardo grew up in a family that suffered the economic highs and lows of Argentina’s turbulent times, eventually starting his own shop before moving to America with just the clothes on his back. Overcoming adversity most of us couldn’t fathom, Ricardo has somehow managed to work his way to a championship-winning team owner in Junior Formula to now running his own IndyCar team, helming Juncos Holinger Racing which ended the 2024 season with their first podium. Dinner was served at Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya in Carmel, IN, with the song “Destino” by Ehekatl Arizmendi taking us out. Thanks again to Continental Tire for making it all happen.

Ep.276 - Ricardo Juncos, Pt.1

Ricardo Juncos defines the concept of the American Dream. Growing up in Argentina, Ricardo grew up in a family that suffered the economic highs and lows of Argentina’s turbulent times, eventually starting his own shop before moving to America with just the clothes on his back. Overcoming adversity most of us couldn’t fathom, Ricardo has somehow managed to work his way to a championship-winning team owner in Junior Formula to now running his own IndyCar team, helming Juncos Holinger Racing which ended the 2024 season with their first podium. Dinner was served at Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya in Carmel, IN, with the song “Me Llamaste Loca” by Curtis Cole taking us out. Thanks again to Continental Tire for making it all happen.

Ep.275 - Terry Lingner, Pt.2

The Godfather of modern motorsport broadcasting, Terry Lingner was one of the first hires at ESPN during inception, transforming world of live racing to what we know today. Eventually forming his own production company, Lingner Group Productions, the group covered IndyCar, NASCAR, IMSA, USAC and beyond. Near-and-dear to our hearts is one of Terry’s staple shows, “Thursday Night Thunder,” home of the now-infamous Fast Masters Series. Breakfast was served at Charlie Brown’s Pancake & Steakhouse in Speedway, IN, with the song “Down to Get Up Again” by Michael Synes taking us out. Thanks again to Continental Tire for making it all happen.

Ep.274 - Terry Lingner, Pt.1

The Godfather of modern motorsport broadcasting, Terry Lingner was one of the first hires at ESPN during inception, transforming world of live racing to what we know today. Eventually forming his own production company, Lingner Group Productions, the group covered IndyCar, NASCAR, IMSA, USAC and beyond. Near-and-dear to our hearts is one of Terry’s staple shows, “Thursday Night Thunder,” home of the now-infamous Fast Masters Series. Breakfast was served at Charlie Brown’s Pancake & Steakhouse in Speedway, IN, with the song “Rewind” by Aves taking us out. Thanks again to Continental Tire for making it all happen.

Ep.273 - Conor Daly

Heralded as “IndyCar’s little brother,” Conor Daly is a veteran of IndyCar driver with a reputation as one of the sport’s ceaseless hustlers. Having driven for all but two teams in the paddock, Conor has jumped from the role of super-sub to full-time and back back, taking multiple podiums and leading the Indianapolis 500 along the way. One of Indiana’s favorite sons, his desire to compete at the 500 is second-to-none, not to mention blossoming out to the sportscar, NASCAR and rallycross ranks. Dinner was served at Vicino in Indianapolis, IN, with the song “Vibe One Time” by Captain Joz taking us out. Thanks again to Continental Tire for making it all happen.

Ep.272 - Barry Wanser

Barry Wanser is another staple of behind-the-scenes IndyCar lore. One of the principal members behind Chip Ganassi Racing’s success, Barry started as mechanic with Joe Amato’s NHRA program going back to the early 1990’s, eventually becoming a gearbox mechanic for Ganassi in ChampCar, and eventually elevating himself to today’s role where he not only serves as the Team Manager of Competition, but specifically as the strategist for Alex Palou’s incredible run of three championships. Dinner was served at Tegry Bistro in Indianapolis, IN, with the song “Watch Out” by Chaun Davis taking us out. Thanks again to Continental Tire for making it all happen.