The SimRacing Podcast
Your go-to monthly podcast for everything SimRacing!
The SimRacing Podcast is the official voice of one of the world’s leading sim racing events. Hosted by industry experts Luke Crane and Danny Giusa, the show delivers in-depth conversations, exclusive insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from the ever-evolving world of SimRacing. The monthly episode runs approximately 30 to 60 minutes and features special guests, including professional SimRacers, content creator, hardware developers, and key figures from the global sim racing community.
Whether you’re a competitive driver, hardware enthusiast, or just discovering SimRacing, this podcast offers something for everyone. You’ll hear firsthand perspectives on SimRacing trends, gear and simulator innovations, esport strategies, and the future of motorsport simulation. With content directly tied to the SimRacing Expo, the premier sim racing exhibition, listeners also get updates on major announcements, community happenings, and exclusive previews of what’s coming to the expo floor.
Perfect for casual fans and hardcore sim racers alike, “SimRacing Expo: The SimRacing Podcast” is your audio pit stop for everything happening in the sim racing universe.
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Podcast Episodes
Episode 1: From YouTube Shed to Global SimRacing Icon
Episode 2: World Champion Across Disciplines
None other than Kevin Siggy joins us on the SimRacing Expo Podcast. Widely regarded as one of the most successful sim racers in history, Kevin has claimed four world championship titles across four distinct sim racing disciplines. His adaptability, precision, and deep racing knowledge make him a standout figure in global esports racing. Discover what drives a true sim racing legend.
Episode 3: Smarter Sim Racing Hardware Shopping
Ready Set Sim is changing how sim racing enthusiasts build their perfect rig. Their platform simplifies the process with a smart compatibility checker, helping users find the right wheels, pedals, bases, rigs, or complete systems with ease. Whether you’re upgrading or starting out, Ready Set Sim makes sim racing gear more accessible and efficient than ever.
Episode 4: What Makes a Great Wheel?
Episode 5: Charity & Sim Racing with April Stallings
Together with April Stallings, we reflect on the powerful Drive For Wishes event, which raised over $30,000 to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. April shares her inspiring journey to Make-A-Wish, the organization’s mission, and how the global sim racing community plays a meaningful role in making dreams come true through virtual motorsport.
Episode 6: From Formula Drift to PRI & SimRacing’s Future
In this episode, we talk to Jim Liaw—co-founder of Formula Drift and President of PRI—about the growth of the drifting scene, the “Fast & Furious” culture, and Formula Drift’s global fanbase. He also shares insights into PRI, America’s largest motorsports trade show, and discusses sim racing’s rising role in shaping the future of motorsport culture and industry.
Episode 7: F1 Esports World Champion at Red Bull
This episode features Jarno Opmeer, three-time F1 Esports World Champion and Oracle Red Bull SimRacing Team star. Jarno opens up about his career highs and lows, personal challenges, and what it takes to stay at the top in a highly competitive sim racing environment. An inspiring conversation for fans of Formula 1, esports, and elite-level digital racing.
Episode 8: From Porsche Esports to Real-World Racing
Sebastian Job, one of the most gifted sim racing talents in recent years, joins us to share his incredible journey—from dominating the Porsche Esports Supercup to driving a real Porsche Cup car and even Sebastian Vettel’s F1 machine. A two-time world champion now racing with Oracle Red Bull SimRacing, Sebastian is also the focus of a recent documentary.
Episode 9: The Philosophy Behind Cube Controls
In this episode of the SimRacing Expo Podcast, we’re joined by Michael Teichmann from Cube Controls. Together, we dive deep into the world of high-end sim racing hardware. Michael shares what sets Cube Controls apart in the competitive sim racing market, the core philosophy behind their product design, and how the brand has earned its strong reputation within the sim racing community. If you’re passionate about premium sim racing gear and innovation, this episode is for you.
Episode 10: The genius behind BDH Race Sim Hardware!
Episode 11: Haptics Are the Next Big Game-Changer in SimRacing!
Episode 12: Feel Every Bump: Next-Level Haptics with Sensit!
Benjamin Heese from Sensit! shares insights into their journey, their technology, and how their innovations are shaping the future of sim racing and gaming immersion. If you want to understand what takes sim racing from impressive to unforgettable, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the technology that turns racing games into a truly physical experience.
Episode 13: F1 Driver Training Secrets on Sim Racing
Gabi Bortoleto candidly shares the untold stories of his meteoric rise to the pinnacle of motorsport. We go behind the scenes to discuss the mental strength required to overcome setbacks, how he handles the pressure of the spotlight, and what it truly feels like to realize you have the talent to become one of the top 20 drivers in the world.
Episode 14: Simulators Becoming The Future Of MotoGP?
We sat down with the masterminds behind SevenSim, the company that built the official KTM MotoGP simulator used by professional racers! From hyper-realistic racing simulators to advanced applications for industrial training. Discover how they blend art and engineering, and what the future holds for this pioneering company.
Christmas Special
This special episode of the SimRacing Expo podcast looks back on a year full of challenges, changes, and unforgettable moments. The team from South West Vision shares personal insights into the planning, success, and development of the Expo. The organizers also talk about how these experiences have shaped their vision and where the future of sim racing events is heading.
Episode 14: The Brutal Truth About Sim Racing vs Real Racing!
British GT champion and sim racer James Baldwin is a driver whose career is considered one of the most impressive transitions from virtual to real-world motorsport. Together, we talk about his remarkable journey, the future of talent development in motorsport, and the connection between gaming and real-life racing.
Episode 16: Full-Time Sim Racing: The Hard Work Behind The Scenes
We talk to Rory Alexander, better known as @EERIEISSSS, one of the most influential sim racing creators on YouTube. With over 350,000 subscribers, he has turned his passion for Gran Turismo and Assetto Corsa Competizione into a successful career and shows how authenticity and perseverance can pave the way from gaming into the professional world of motorsport media.
Episode 17: I Became Full Time Racing Driver, Thanks To Max Verstappen!
Our guest is Chris Lulham, one of the most impressive “sim-to-real” drivers in modern motorsport. Supported by Max Verstappen after his major successes in sim racing, including victories in the iRacing Nürburgring 24h and Le Mans Virtual, he went on to win the 2024 Radical Cup UK with 16 victories in 18 races and then competed in GT World Challenge Europe for Verstappen.com Racing, where class wins and titles proved that his talent translates seamlessly from the simulator to the race track.