My guest this week is rally driver Steve Bis. Steve talks about his 22-year journey in rally racing, starting with his first rally at Rally Colorado in the early 2000s.

Steve details his recent acquisition of his 2013 Ford Fiesta N5 rally car and his preparation for the upcoming Rally in the 100 Acre Wood this week in Missouri.

We discussed Steve's plans to compete nationally and sponsorship opportunities. We also talk about the camaraderie and unique experiences within the rally community.

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This week Mark Huebbe joins me. We cover his early mechanical experience with his father's airplane projects, his progression from autocross to rallycross in Subarus, and his entry into stage rally in 2007.

Mark shares how he and his brother “restored” a Volkswagen Beetle and competed at multiple events, including WRC Mexico where they won their class.

We also discuss running a bakery, an ice cream business, and how bittersweet it was selling the Beetle not too long ago.

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Welcome. This week, we are joined by Preston Osborne, who serves as the Series Manager for the American Rally Association (ARA).

We begin our conversation by exploring Preston’s background, including how he first got involved in the world of rally racing. The discussion also touches on the history of O.D.D. Racing, providing additional insight into Preston’s journey.

Our talk continues with Preston detailing his path to becoming the Series Director for the ARA. He shares the experiences and decisions that led to his current role within the organization.

The primary focus of our discussion centers on the American Rally Association itself, its recent growth, and future prospects. We cover a wide range of topics. Enjoy.

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Mark Utecht’s journey into motorsports began in Minnesota, where he worked next to a racetrack. One day, he heard the distinctive sound of cars participating in an autocross event. Captivated by the excitement, Mark decided to take the afternoon off work. He borrowed his girlfriend’s Dodge Omni and entered his very first autocross, marking the start of his involvement in competitive driving.

Several years after his initial autocross experience, Mark attended a beer party. During the event, someone encouraged him, saying, “you need to be rallying.” This advice sparked Mark’s interest in rally and set him on a new path within the motorsports community.

I learn about Mark’s rally career and we even talk whiskey for beginners.

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This week’s guest is DirtFish instructor, rally driver, and co-driver, Michelle Miller.

Michelle shares that her struggle with insomnia was the unexpected spark that ignited her passion for rally. During sleepless nights, she found herself watching SpeedVision, where her fascination with rally grew. This interest inspired her to try auto cross, allowing her to gain hands-on experience. Over time, her dedication and growing enthusiasm led her to meet someone from DirtFish and that connection opened the door to new opportunities for a professional path in instruction.

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Rob Bohn and Rupert Berrington join me for a conversation about Rally Colorado. We cover their backgrounds and how they became involved as organizers of the event. Our discussion also touches on experiences like being hit in the head, the rally's history, and its upcoming designation as an ARA National event in 2026.

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This week, I interview Chris Allen from Chris, Creation Machine, a very talented rally photographer. We discuss his journey into photography, his experience covering American rallies, and his knowledge of both American rally and WRC. Also, we both chat about the Climb to the Clouds Hillclimb coming back in 2026.

Chris also works with Mitch Meadows of MeLe Media. This past year, Chris served as the still photographer for a gymkhana video featuring Patrick Gruszka and the Green A.P.U. rally car in Kentucky. A must watch if you haven’t yet.

For more about Mitch Meadows, be sure to check out his episode from Season 2 and Episode 12.

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This week’s guest is Rafael Ruiz of the Subie & You! Podcast.

Subie & You! is the ultimate Subaru lover’s podcast. On his show, Rafael shares the stories and experiences of Subaru enthusiasts and brands within the Subaru community. Rafael talks about how the podcast started and has evolved into a well-produced, interesting listen.

We chat about his rally guests that have included Rhianon Gelsomino, Travis Pastrana, Bucky Lasek, Ethan Curtis, and Lance Smith. He has created over 200 episodes in his journey and offers his podcasting advice. We even talk about breakfast foods.

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