Rallying in America: The Recce Podcast
An exploration of American stage rallying, its over 50 year history and the stories of those who made (and make) rallying in America so great.
Episodes
63 episodes
Erik and Clarissa of Hot Hatch Racing
This week’s guests on Rallying in America: The Recce Podcast are Erik and Clarissa Votipka of Hot Hatch Racing. Based in Missouri, they started off as spectators, then volunteered at 100 Acre Wood and soon progressed into rally cross and stage ...
Scott Crouch of Flatirons Subaru
This week on Rallying in America: The Recce Podcast, I have a nice casual conversion with Scott Crouch, owner and general manager of Flatirons Subaru in Boulder, Colorado. Scott shares his journey into rally, starting in 2003 when Tanner Foust ...
RJ Ridgway & Ryan Symancek
I’ve talked a lot about rally cross on this podcast over the last year and a half and how it’s a gateway into stage rally. Well, finally, I believe it now. My guests this week are RJ Ridgway and Ryan Symancek. We chat about the why ...
Zach Arnold and Jack Cuezze
This week, my guests are Zach Arnold and Jack Cuezze, both in their second year studying mechanical engineering at Oregon State University and co-founders of the Oregon State University Rally Club. Zach shares his family's connection to rally. ...
Gregory Wilcox
Welcome. This week on Rallying in America: The Recce Podcast, my guest is Greg Wilcox. Greg is an avid hillclimb competitor as well as part of the 2026 Paul Giblin Memorial Climb to the Clouds organizing committee.
Olympus Rally 2026
Here is my collection of interviews and tidbits from my trip to Olympus for the ARA National event back in April. Going to start off with the main reason I was there and that was to hang out with and observe the crew of Screech Owl ...
Brian McMahon
This week’s guest is Brian McMahon, a photographer and former rally driver. He began his career shooting night rallies like Press On Regardless, unaware of how the film would turn out. Later, he competed in TSD and stage rallies, starting with ...
David Weiman
My guest this week is David Weiman. David started rallying during the mid-1960s, quickly developing his skills and passion for the sport. In 1970, he achieved a significant milestone by winning a national Time-Speed-Distance (TSD) r...
Ryan and James Pryzbylkowski of Vilko Motorsports
This week on Rallying in America: The Recce Podcast, I welcome rally drivers and brothers, Ryan and James Pryzbylkowski of Vilko Motorsports. We cover a lot of topics including what it’s like to have a two-car rally team, ice racing, hill climb...
Rusty Campbell
This week’s episode is a special one for me. My guest is Rusty Campbell. You may not have heard of him, but he was one of the original organizers of the Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally. He helped with the inaugural run in 1977 and for the...
Steve Bis
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...
Mark Huebbe
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 brot...
Preston Osborne, Series Manager for the American Rally Association
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...
Mark Utecht
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 afternoo...
Michelle Miller of DirtFish
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 hersel...
Rob Bohn & Rupert Berrington of Rally Colorado
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...
Chris Allen of Chris, Creation Machine
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 b...
Rafael Ruiz of Subie & You! Podcast
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 com...
Matt Gold of Drop A Gear Industries
This week on Rallying in America: The Recce Podcast, my guest is Matt Gold from Drop A Gear Industries, the Gear Busters Podcast, and the Full Send Foundation. We discuss his work with American Veteran Racing Organization, his foundation’s supp...
Chris Cyr of Team O'Neil
This week I welcome Chris Cyr of Team O’Neil. At first, we chat a bit about our thoughts on podcasting before Chris takes us on his motorsports journey starting with attending his first rally at age 16. He then discusses how he tried to balance...
Pioneer Rally Company
On this episode I welcome the folks from the Pioneer Rally Company. Welcome Jamie Turner, Taylor Still and Hatcher Still. They talk about their backgrounds and why they started a company to create and organize European style vintage endurance r...
Rally Legend David Higgins
On this episode, I have a very special guest on the podcast. David Higgins, 10 time American rally champion joins me from Wales. David talks about growing up on the Isle of Man, moving to Wales and sibling rivalry. He also talks about competing...
Fritz & Brooke Croy
This week I welcome back Fritz Croy. But, this time he brought his wife and co-driver Brooke with him. I learn about Brooke’s co-driving experience and her training at DirtFish and at OZ Rally Pro.They both discuss their training togethe...
Mike Youngs of The Firm Driving School
Up next on the podcast is Mike Youngs of The Firm. Also known as The Florida International Rally and Motorsports Park located in Starke, Florida.Mike talks about what The Firm offers, what it’s like to work at a driving school and about ...
Mike Carr of the American Veteran Racing Organization
This week on Rallying in America: The Recce Podcast, I welcome rally driver Mike Carr, founder of the American Veteran Racing Organization. Mike talks about his military service, founding AVRO which supports veterans through motorsports therapy...