Having been involved in drag racing (the motorsport kind—not men in dresses!) for over 40 years, we've collected a fair few stories. That’s right—drag racers, be afraid!

In this episode, we talk about losing a bin bag full of money, pairing up unsuspecting sleepers against so-called “fast cars,” and dealing with drunk racers using a massive JCB.

We also recount nearly being kicked out of our own venue by security hired for an on-site festival, upsetting bikers, a person sent to sabotage an event, and share a few legendary tales of an iconic drag racer.

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Our very good friend — and the painter of our Monster Trucks — Gary Lee from Mini Monster Truck Mania, joins us to share his incredible journey in the entertainment industry. Starting at just 13 years old as an exotic escapologist, Gary recalls some of the wild routines he performed, including hanging from cranes.

He later rebranded himself as a sequin-wearing stuntman, famously being "exploded" in a coffin by the Thai stunt team. Gary went on to develop a clown act involving a spinning ladder, which sadly led to a serious back injury that ended his performing career.

Refusing to give up showbiz, Gary purchased a classic act called The Battling Cumberland Giants, complete with iconic props, before developing Mini Monster Truck Mania. Today, he brings joy to children and adults across the UK by offering mini monster truck driving experiences, and he also serves as the Chair of the Amusements and Catering Equipment Society.

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Joining us is multiple British Truck Racing Champion Dave Jenkins.

We caught up with Dave at Convoy Cymru at Pembrey Circuit, where we were appearing with the monster trucks. We managed to get an hour of his time in his pit area, with the crew working away behind us after day one of racing.

Dave shares fond memories of our Wheelie Truck and Jet Truck, reminiscing about attending his first shows as a young boy with his dad—back in the early days of truck racing. In those days, trucks would finish their delivery routes, uncouple their trailers, and then line up to race with 20 others on a circuit.

He talks us through his journey from humble beginnings—starting his truck racing career with no money and relying on appearance fees to get to the next event—to becoming a superstar truck driver in India.

We wrap things up with some quick-fire questions and a surprise cameo from Ryan Smith, where their friendly rivalry makes an appearance.

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