Best Inside Sim Racing Podcasts (2025)

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ICYMI | Encore: Jubilee Is Making Debating Worse 51:19

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On today’s encore episode, hosts Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay are joined by Slate staff writer Aymann Ismail to discuss the controversial YouTube channel, Jubilee. A video of political commentator Mehdi Hasan debating 20 far-right republicans has gone viral, but as Ismail argues in his piece for Slate, it also crossed a line. When political disagre…

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2025 in Review: Autonomy, Cybersecurity, AI and Startups - with Ben O'Brien 50:45

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Hear from Paul Spain and Ben O'Brien as they unpack the latest tech news including NZ Police’s redaction glitch, a new Government Digital Delivery Agency, smart TV privacy concerns, James Powell's transition from Dawn Aerospace and Waymo’s outage pause and the future of autonomous vehicles. Plus, Ben O'Brien shares insights from his upcoming book f…

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ICYMI | Side-Eyeing at H Mart 46:58

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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by comedian and writer Youngmi Mayer to talk about a controversy that’s divided TikTok: How should Asian people feel about white people in Asian grocery stores? That’s the question creator Madeline Qi didn’t even mean to ask when she posted her now-viral video, which resulted in call-outs, doxxing, an…

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Racing Beyond His Years | Kingston Mullings on Karting, Discipline & the Future | The League Podcast 42:32

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In this episode of The League Podcast, host Chris Harris sits down with Kingston Mullings, a 14-year-old karting racer competing on a global stage. Kingston shares his journey into motorsports, the discipline required to compete at a high level, and what it means to balance racing, education, and personal growth at a young age. The conversation exp…

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How Thaze Is Changing Sim Racing & Esports | The League Podcast 33:52

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In the debut episode of The League Podcast, host Chris Harris sits down with Thaze for a conversation on sim racing, esports, and the evolving path into motorsports. They discuss how digital competition is creating new opportunities, expanding access, and reshaping how the next generation enters the sport. This episode explores the connection betwe…

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Eyes Up, Hands Steady: Finding Flow Behind the Wheel with Porsche Coach Charles Turner 41:38

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Send us a text Send us a text What does it really take to master car control and have fun doing it? In this episode, Porsche Experience Center coach Charles Turner shares how everyday drivers can elevate their performance driving skills, understand their car’s limits, and gain confidence on the track. From learning how tire grip affects every movem…

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What Next: TBD | Data Center Space Race 26:17

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While the A.I. boom has created a data center boom, rich guys are turning their computing dreams to the skies. With its impending IPO, SpaceX stands to lead the extraterrestrial data center boom. Will it work out for Elon and company? Guest: Eric Berger, space reporter at Ars Technica Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-fr…

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ICYMI | How "Hockey Romance" Went Viral 41:45

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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by culture writer Angelina Mazza to discuss the online reaction to the new HBO series, Heated Rivalry. Before the Canadian show premiered, let alone was picked up in the U.S., a dedicated online fandom committed to helping it succeed. Why did this show become such a sensation, and what happens to a ni…

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NZ's top tech companies - with TIN200's Greg Shanahan 54:45

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Join Paul Spain and Greg Shanahan, Managing Director at Veriphi and TIN, as they delve into the 2025 TIN Report revealing key takeaways, growth sectors, the evolving world of tech exports, and how NZ companies are navigating the challenges and opportunities in capital, talent, and global competition. They also discuss some of the latest tech news i…

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What Next: TBD | Whole Shopping List 24:28

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Whole Foods based its brand on a certain standard of quality—but there are some things that shoppers nevertheless want. Amazon believes it has found a way to keep the shelves looking like Whole Foods, while getting you the Tide PODS and Cheez-Its you deeply desire. Guest: Peyton Bigora, staff reporter for Grocery Dive Want more What Next TBD? Subsc…

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ICYMI | How “Millennial Cringe” Became “Millennial Optimism” 39:04

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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by Gen Z expert and After School writer Casey Lewis to talk about how Gen Z TikTok users are switching up on Millennials. After years of mocking the generation for being “cringe” online, now people are longing to return to the 2010s and the culture that came with it. But were Millennials really as “op…

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What Next: TBD | Ready for Chatbot Canvassers? 30:08

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The good news is voters are more persuaded by factual claims than emotional appeals or appeals to fear. But the bad news is that A.I. chatbots, trying to convince you, will keep making factual claims long after it runs out of actual facts. Guest: David Rand, professor of information science, marketing and psychology at Cornell University Want more …

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What Next | His Mom Got Deported. Then He Went Viral. 31:40

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Today’s TikTok influencers share every aspect of their lives: from their morning routines, to getting ready to go out, to their parents being detained and eventually deported by ICE. Guest: Tony Vara, TikTok creator @itonyvara Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your …

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ICYMI | Shopping on Etsy Sucks Now 53:13

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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by senior reporter at Bloomberg Businessweek, Amanda Mull, to talk about how the enshittification of online shopping came for Etsy. The platform used to be a thoughtful reprieve from the cheap, mass-produced products on Amazon, but now it’s plagued by a number of the same problems. With cheap junk and…

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Kiwi Apps Win Big, Open Banking Arrives, and India’s Digital Mandate 58:56

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Host Paul Spain is joined by tech journalist Bill Bennett to unpack the latest tech news, including Two Kiwi made apps scoop Apple’s 2025 App Store Awards, Open banking is officially mandated in New Zealand. We discuss banks’ device and behavioural surveillance, RAM price hikes and India’s compulsory cyber safety app. Plus Motorola's latest phones …

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The Overclocking Perspective, Should You Overclock Your Sim Rig? 58:35

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Big patch energy meets practical rig wisdom. We kick off with the long-awaited Assetto Corsa Evo 0.4 update and why it’s more than a car-and-track drop. From the Ferrari SF25 and F40 to BMW M8 and M3, Road Atlanta, Monza, Oulton Park, and multiple Nürburgring layouts, there’s plenty to tempt you back. The real headline is the depth: improved tire d…

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What Next: TBD | ChatGOP? 23:22

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Donald Trump—or at least the tech guys who have his ear—is ready to clear the regulatory runway for A.I. but other Republicans aren’t too sure. Can he bring them around? Or will the bubble burst first? Guest: Gerrit De Vynck, tech reporter for the Washington Post. Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the w…

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ICYMI | Okay. Let’s Talk About "Everyone" Getting Skinny 59:14

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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by culture writer Mikala Jamison to talk about the rise in online concern about celebrities’ bodies. Mikala writes the newsletter Body Type, and her forthcoming book The Forever Project details her recovery from an eating disorder. Following the premiere of movies like Wicked: For Good, fan concern an…

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The Steering Psychology Slowing Down Most Drivers—and How to Fix It with Suellio Almeida 31:04

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Send us a text What if the thing holding back your driving isn’t your technique—but a software setting you’ve never looked at? In part 2 of my interview with Suellio Almeida, you’ll learn why even one incorrect software setting or pedal calibration can completely ruin your driving, as well as how to avoid common mistakes. Suellio shares the exact t…

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How Sim Training Accelerates Real-World Driving Skills with Suellio Almeida 37:08

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Send us a text What if the key to becoming a dramatically faster, safer, and more confident driver wasn’t more track time but knowing how to learn? In this episode, DMC sits down with Suellio Almeida, the sim-racing coach turned real-world racing educator with more than 12,000 students, 200M+ social media views, and a reputation for breaking down c…

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What Next: TBD | The AI & Crypto Czar’s Conflicts 25:46

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A tech mogul who made bank from Paypal with his Stanford buddies and has endeared himself to right-wing politicians and enriched himself the same way? No not him; this one’s South African..no, not him either. Guest: Ryan Mac, reporter for the New York Times. Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole W…

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ICYMI | “Danish Deception” or Danish Delusion? 50:39

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On today’s episode host Kate Lindsay is joined by senior supervising producer Daisy Rosario to unpack the 25-part TikTok saga titled the “Danish Deception.” After a former Bachelor contestant came forward with a story about her scamming ex, TikTok turned on her instead. Why didn’t Onyeka get the Reesa Teesa treatment? And who is the real villain of…

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From Sim to Track: James Corban on Racing, Technology, and Performance 39:43

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Hear from host Paul Spain and Professional race car driver, James Corban, as they dive into the world of motorsport. James Corban his unique journey from racing novice to championship winner, and explains how data, simulators, and the right mindset have played a vital role in his rapid rise. The conversation explores everything from professional-gr…

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How a 4th Monitor is used in Sim Racing 1:04:29

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A 24-hour race will test your pace, your patience, and your team. Ours did all three. We started P8 at Daytona in a stacked split and clawed to a proud P5—after an early high-speed spin, five minutes of repairs, and a long stretch nursing a bent car while refusing to fall out of the draft. The turning point came when the damage trickled away stop b…

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What Next: TBD | If You Give A.I. a Nuke 28:21

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As the U.S. upgrades and updates its defense and military systems, the question isn’t whether A.I. will be integrated, but where, how much, and how much decision-making are we ceding to the machine? Guest: Josh Keating, senior correspondent at Vox and a fellow at the Outrider Foundation where he’s reporting on nuclear weapons and AI. Want more What…

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ICYMI | Everyone Online Is Going Analog 50:33

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On today’s episode host Kate Lindsay is joined by creator and social media manager Carmen Vicente to chat about the rise of offline hobbies, and how crafts, DVDs, and something called an “analog bag” are being used as acts of rebellion against an overly plugged-in society. But does this really mean the beginning of the end of social media? Probably…

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What Next: TBD | Rebroadcast: Dupes! 34:01

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Note: This episode was originally published on July 27, 2025. There’s an entire economy devoted to seeing what products are trending—clothing, skin care, even Greek Islands—and delivering you a cheaper knock-off to buy. Guest: Mia Sato, reporter for The Verge Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole …

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ICYMI | Why Are So Many Celebrities Joining Substack? 45:20

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On today’s episode host Kate Lindsay is joined by I <3 Mess writer Emily Kirkpatrick to discuss the influx of celebrities joining Substack. As two long-time Substack newsletter writers themselves, the pair dive into all of these new celebrity publications…including the parts they may not know readers can see. What does it say about the state of cel…

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Inside Facebook Marketplace with Bowen Pan 44:22

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Join Paul Spain as he sits down with Bowen Pan, an inspiring tech entrepreneur whose journey spans from founding uniFriend while at the University of Auckland, leading product at Trade Me, and making a massive impact in Silicon Valley with Facebook Marketplace and Stripe. Bowen shares invaluable lessons on ambition, failure, and the evolution of Ne…

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Hang Up | Apple’s Soccer Shakeup 1:22:58

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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh speak with the Athletic’s Paul Tenorio on why Apple TV and MLS revised their deal and removed the paywall for viewers. They’re then joined by Massachusetts state senator John Keenan about his proposal to regulate online sports betting and why he’s changed his views on the issue. Finally, they wr…

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Inside iRacing’s 2026 Big Season One Update 1:21:38

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A polished rally sim lands, a free dirt rocket arrives, and iRacing doubles down on realism—so why are we still talking about sound? We kick off with AC Rally, a brutal but beautiful love letter to Richard Burns Rally that actually works out of the box. Then we dive into iRacing’s Season One plans: Adelaide and Miami join the track roster, Rockingh…

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What Next: TBD | The Surveillance Interstate 31:00

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Tracking a license plate across the country has never been easier, which is good news if your car has been stolen, but in an era of ICE and Border Patrol raids, these warrantless searches feel increasingly invasive—and unconstitutional. Guest: Joseph Cox, co-founder of 404 Media and host of the 404 Media podcast. Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe …

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ICYMI | AI Is Changing How We Have Sex 48:54

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On today’s episode host Kate Lindsay is joined by porn historian Noelle Perdue, author of the Porn World newsletter. OpenAI announced that they’d allow adult users to have erotic conversations with ChatGPT, just one more way AI and porn are becoming intertwined. As sex becomes more online, not only does it become more solitary, but also more survei…

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Inside the VIP World of Supercar Track Experiences with Iyar Koren 37:33

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Send us a text What makes driving a sports car on track such a powerful experience—and how can you do it safely, confidently, and with real skill? In this episode, Iyar Koren shares how Autostrada creates a welcoming environment for car enthusiasts to explore their vehicle’s capabilities on track without the pressure of competition. You’ll learn ho…

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What Next: TBD | Crypto Keeps Criming 24:57

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Trump promised to stop the “persecution” of the cryptocurrency industry. He did call off the SEC investigations that began under Biden, and pardoned Binance cofounder and ex-CEO Changpeng Zhao. But is the crypto industry ultimately better off because of that? Guest: David Yaffe-Bellany, tech reporter for the New York Times. Want more What Next TBD?…