The Indycar Dad Podcast

Indycar Dad Podcast
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Indycar Dad (Tom Nardone) focuses on having fun at the races. Over his 50+ years as a race fan and a father he learned a few things that make racing fun: Great racingA close-up fan experienceFriends and familyKnowledge of the sport. In his podcast he will help you have more fun with Indycar. He will ask questions that expand your knowledge of the sport and introduce you to Indycar personalities. He will experience and discuss great racing, and he will be part of and encourage a great fan experience. He will do this in a fun way. Indycar Dad isn’t too serious. This entire project, his podcast, his instagram, and his Youtube channel is a form of recreation for him. He has no sponsors and doesn’t answer to anyone. He is just here to have a good time with his family of fellow Indycar fans.  Join the Indycar family and subscribe to the Indycar Dad Podcast Indycar Dad is really only interested in talking about Indycar, the Indianapolis 500, and the feeder series for them. Sure, he watches F1, IMSA, F1 and others, but he studies Indycar and has been attending multiple races per year for decades. He wants to stick to his area of interest, so this project is only about having fun with Indycar. We hope you enjoy it.

  1. 22h ago

    INDYCAR Dad Meets Abby and Sara from Fast Cars Fast Girls - Ep. 43

    The podcast episode features a conversation between Indycar Dad and guests Abby and Sara from Fast Cars Fast Girls. They discuss their favorite drivers, biases, surprises, disappointments, and expectations for the season. The conversation also delves into silly season rumors, speculations, and the new car design and features. Additionally, there is anticipation for faster speeds and safety improvements in the upcoming races. The conversation covers a range of topics including the impact of arrow kits on racing, the debate on power steering and car design, predictions for the 2028 Indy 500, anticipation for upcoming races, excitement for new tracks, and discussions on driver selection and team performance. Additionally, the conversation delves into two-seater ride experiences, engagement with the IndyCar Fan Club, and trivia Tuesdays. Takeaways Insights into the favorite drivers and biases of Abby and SarahDiscussion on the surprises and disappointments in the current seasonAnticipation for faster speeds and safety improvements in the upcoming races Impact of arrow kits on racingPredictions for the 2028 Indy 500 Chapters 00:00 Podcast Introduction and Guest Introduction01:09 Getting to Know Abby and Sarah02:20 Favorite Drivers and Biases03:57 Surprises and Disappointments in the Season06:21 Expectations for New Tracks and Drivers08:10 Silly Season Rumors and Speculations11:12 Discussion on New Car Design and Features19:15 Anticipation for Faster Speeds and Safety Improvements25:32 Impact of Arrow Kit on Racing26:04 Discussion on Dampers and Inerters27:10 Clarification on Damper Architecture28:07 Debate on Power Steering and Car Design29:20 Predictions for the 2028 Indy 50030:26 Team Predictions for the 2028 Indy 50031:08 Discussion on Driver Selection and Team Performance34:08 Anticipation for Milwaukee Race and Season Highlights35:16 Excitement for New Tracks and Race Experiences38:05 Two-Seater Ride Experiences and Recommendations43:23 Engagement with IndyCar Fan Club and Trivia Tuesdays

  2. 3d ago

    Indycar News - IR28 Reveal and Analysis - Ep. 42

    The IndyCar Dad Podcast introduces the new IR28 car, highlighting its design features, aerodynamic improvements, technical enhancements, hybrid power, engine changes, weight reduction, safety features, aerodynamic configurations, driver protection, suspension architecture, inerter, and implications for the future of IndyCar racing. Takeaways Introduction to the new IR28 carKey design and technical features of the IR28 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the IR2800:57 Design Features of the IR2801:26 Aerodynamic Improvements02:25 Technical Enhancements03:25 Hybrid Power and Engine Changes04:21 Weight Reduction and Safety Features05:17 Aerodynamic Configurations05:47 Driver Protection and Suspension Architecture06:47 Inerter and Suspension System08:14 Implications and Expectations

  3. Jul 22

    INDYCAR News in 5 Minutes - Nashville Review - Indycar Dad Podcast Ep. 41

    IndyCar Dad provides a summary of the recent Nashville race, highlighting key drivers and their performances. He also discusses the upcoming silly season and shares insights on the winners and losers of the race. Additionally, he mentions the upcoming Portland race and signs off with his social media and podcast details. Takeaways Nashville race highlightsSilly season insights Chapters 00:00 Nashville Race Recap01:00 Driver Performances02:27 Silly Season Insights03:50 Race Results and Winners/Losers06:13 Upcoming Portland Race

  4. Jul 15

    INDYCAR News in 5 Minutes - Nashville Preview - Indycar Dad Podcast Ep. 40

    The IndyCar Dad Podcast provides a comprehensive preview of the Nashville IndyCar race, covering historic results, key drivers to watch, and predictions for the upcoming race. The podcast highlights drivers expected to perform well, those likely to struggle, and dramatic drivers to watch, along with insights on the rookie class and predictions for the race. Takeaways Nashville IndyCar Race PreviewKey Drivers to Watch Chapters Drivers that do well here The team that doesn't do well hereDrivers to watch because there will be drama

  5. Jul 9

    INDYCAR News in 5 Minutes - Mid Ohio Review & Silly Season - Ep. 39

    The podcast covers the Mid-Ohio race recap, updates on the silly season, McLaren's strategic moves, driver contracts, and results/winners/losers at Mid-Ohio. Takeaways McLaren's 1-2 finish at Mid-OhioScott Dixon's move to McLarenMarcus Armstrong joining Meyer ShankWinners and losers at Mid-Ohio Chapters 00:00 Mid-Ohio Race Recap01:01 Silly Season Updates02:01 McLaren's Strategic Moves03:00 Driver Contracts and Silly Season Speculation04:15 Results and Winners/Losers at Mid-Ohio

  6. Jul 2

    INDYCAR Mid Ohio Preview - Indycar Dad Podcast - Ep. 38

    Indy Car Dad podcast provides a detailed preview of the Mid-Ohio race, highlighting drivers to watch and their performance expectations. It covers the best-performing drivers, those with high variability in their finishes, and drivers in desperate need of securing a seat for the next season. The forecast for the race weekend is also discussed, including the potential impact of weather conditions. Takeaways Mid-Ohio race preview with driver analysisIdentification of top-performing, inconsistent, and desperate driversInsight into the race weekend forecast and potential impact of weather Chapters 00:00 Mid-Ohio Preview06:12 Race Forecast

  7. Jun 30

    Indycar Dad Podcast - The INDYCAR Fan Transfer Porta - Ep. 37

    The IndyCar Dad Podcast introduces the concept of an IndyCar Fan Portal, where fans can sell their fandom to the highest bidder. IndyCar Dad discusses his potential sale of fandom for 2027, listing his expectations and what a driver or team can expect from him. He also shares facts about himself and provides contact information for potential bidders. Takeaways Introduction to the IndyCar Fan PortalExpectations for 2027 Chapters 00:00 The IndyCar Fan Portal

  8. Jun 28

    Indycar News in 5 Minutes - Road America Review - Indycar Dad Podcast Ep. 36

    The Road America race was a thrilling and unpredictable event, with Christian Lundgaard going from last place to first place. The race featured incidents, penalties, and last-minute drama, making it an exciting spectacle for fans. Takeaways Unpredictable race outcomesIncidents and penalties add to the excitement Chapters 00:00 Winners and Losers of the Race

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Indycar Dad (Tom Nardone) focuses on having fun at the races. Over his 50+ years as a race fan and a father he learned a few things that make racing fun: Great racingA close-up fan experienceFriends and familyKnowledge of the sport. In his podcast he will help you have more fun with Indycar. He will ask questions that expand your knowledge of the sport and introduce you to Indycar personalities. He will experience and discuss great racing, and he will be part of and encourage a great fan experience. He will do this in a fun way. Indycar Dad isn’t too serious. This entire project, his podcast, his instagram, and his Youtube channel is a form of recreation for him. He has no sponsors and doesn’t answer to anyone. He is just here to have a good time with his family of fellow Indycar fans.  Join the Indycar family and subscribe to the Indycar Dad Podcast Indycar Dad is really only interested in talking about Indycar, the Indianapolis 500, and the feeder series for them. Sure, he watches F1, IMSA, F1 and others, but he studies Indycar and has been attending multiple races per year for decades. He wants to stick to his area of interest, so this project is only about having fun with Indycar. We hope you enjoy it.

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  • Creator
    Indycar Dad Podcast
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Indycar Dad Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Indycar Dad Podcast

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