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Connor De Phillippi and Chase discuss the Indy 500 qualifying, where Connor's car experienced a plenum fire, resulting in a 29th place start. They talk about the challenges of starting from the back and the importance of strategy in the race. They also discuss the dominance of Team Penske and the potential for a close race. The episode features an interview with musician Griffin, who will be performing at the Snake Pit. Griffin talks about his experience with electronic music, his new album "Pulse," and his love for golf. He also shares his thoughts on the Indy 500 and his excitement for the race. The episode concludes with an interview with Indy NXT driver Nolan Seagal, who narrowly missed qualifying for the Indy 500. Seagal discusses the challenges of qualifying for the race, the importance of mental toughness, and his excitement for the upcoming Indy NXT season. He also shares his thoughts on the IndyCar paddock and the support he received from fellow drivers.

Outlines

00:00:00

Indy 500 Race Week Preview

This Chapter begins with Connor De Phillippi and Chase discussing the Indy 500 Race Week and their preview show. They express their appreciation for the listeners and the support they have received. Connor mentions running out of stickers and the need for more. He also apologizes for not getting the YouTube episode up due to lack of Wi-Fi.

00:01:28

IndyCar News and Ratings

This Chapter focuses on IndyCar news and the recent ratings. Connor and Chase discuss the positive ratings for the Indy GP and the 500 qualifying, attributing the increase to the Kyle Larson effect. They also talk about the upcoming race and their expectations.

00:03:23

Connor's Qualifying Experience

This Chapter delves into Connor's qualifying experience. He describes the challenges he faced with the car's setup and the impact of rain on practice. He also talks about the car's performance and his confidence in the team's ability to run in the upper echelon.

00:43:05

Interview with Griffin

This Chapter features an interview with musician Griffin, who will be performing at the Snake Pit. Griffin talks about his experience with electronic music, his new album "Pulse," and his love for golf. He also shares his thoughts on the Indy 500 and his excitement for the race.

01:03:19

Griffin's Indy 500 Experience

This Chapter features a conversation between Connor and Chase and Griffin about Griffin's experience at the Indy 500. Griffin shares his excitement for the race and his plans to stay for the entire weekend. He also discusses his love for golf and his new album "Pulse." Connor and Chase share their thoughts on the race and their expectations for the weekend.

01:07:50

Kyle Larson's Missing Scooter

This Chapter features a humorous story about Kyle Larson's missing scooter. Connor shares a text message he received from Larson, asking if he had seen his scooter. Connor jokes about the possibility of someone stealing Larson's scooter and discusses the prankster culture in the IndyCar paddock.

01:10:05

Interview with Nolan Seagal

This Chapter features an interview with Indy NXT driver Nolan Seagal, who narrowly missed qualifying for the Indy 500. Seagal discusses the challenges of qualifying for the race, the importance of mental toughness, and his excitement for the upcoming Indy NXT season. He also shares his thoughts on the IndyCar paddock and the support he received from fellow drivers.

01:39:19

Random Indy 500 Driver of the Week

This Chapter features a segment where Connor and Chase choose a random Indy 500 driver of the week. They select Bruce Walkup, a retired American race car driver who finished 33rd in the 1969 Indianapolis 500. They discuss Walkup's career and his role as the former president of the Indiana State Fair board.

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Q&A

• What happened to Connor's car during qualifying?

  Connor's car experienced a plenum fire on the last lap of his qualifying run, which resulted in a loss of power and a 29th place start.

• What are the challenges of starting from the back in the Indy 500?

  Starting from the back means Connor will have to work his way through the field, which can be difficult due to the tight pack and the importance of draft. He will need to use strategy and bravery to move up.

• How dominant is Team Penske expected to be in the race?

  Team Penske is expected to be very dominant, with their drivers potentially leading every lap. Connor believes it will take a monumental effort from other teams to challenge them.

• What is Griffin's new album called and what is it like?

  Griffin's new album is called "Pulse." He describes it as his most cohesive album yet, with a clear vision and a focus on pushing his artistic boundaries.

• What are some of Griffin's favorite sports?

  Griffin is a big fan of golf, particularly Zal Torris, who is a close friend. He also enjoys watching basketball, football, and hockey.

• Who are some of the artists Griffin would like to collaborate with in the future?

  Griffin mentions Cowan Harris, Deweleepa, and Jamie X X as artists he would love to work with.

• What is Griffin's style going to be like at the Snake Pit?

  Griffin plans to rock a jersey, either his new "Pulse" jersey or one from last festival season.

• What was the biggest takeaway for Nolan Seagal from his Indy 500 qualifying experience?

  Nolan Seagal learned the importance of mental toughness and staying focused on the task at hand, even in the face of adversity. He also learned the value of teamwork and how to push through difficult situations together.

• What is Nolan Seagal's outlook for the Indy NXT championship?

  Nolan Seagal is feeling good about his Indy NXT championship run so far. He believes the series is extremely competitive and that there are several drivers in the hunt for the title. He is looking forward to racing Jacob Abel, his main competitor, and believes they will race each other hard and fair.

• What is Nolan Seagal's favorite thing about racing in the IndyCar series?

  Nolan Seagal enjoys the aggressive and competitive nature of racing in the IndyCar series. He believes that the higher the level of racing, the more respectful the drivers become. He also enjoys the fact that IndyCar allows drivers to race each other hard and figure things out for themselves.

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