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In this episode, Corey, the creator of DNN, reflects on his early music days and the struggle to find his authentic voice amidst external expectations. He emphasizes the importance of owning ones voice, truth, and uniqueness, as it unlocks a strength that no one can take away. He encourages listeners to stay true to themselves, be bold, and never compromise their identity for others.

Yuki Tsunoda, a Formula One racer, faces a career shift after four seasons with AlphaTauri. His move to Red Bull was challenging, and he now lacks a racing seat for the 2026 season. Tsunoda regrets missing out on the car he helped develop, expressing a deep personal connection with his vehicles. Despite disappointment, he shows resilience, leaving fans curious about his future in motorsport.

Rajah Caruth returns to Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport for a ten-race schedule in the 2026 NASCAR OReilly Auto Parts Series, driving the number thirty-two Chevrolet. This marks a significant step in his racing career, following his successful stints with Spire Motorsports and his consistent performance in the Craftsman Truck Series. The team plans to operate the number thirty-two entry as a multi-driver program, complementing Caruths part-time races in the number eighty-eight for JR Motorsports. This collaboration offers Caruth a full-season schedule and a chance to compete for the 2026 championship.

The MoneyGram Haas Formula One Team is undergoing a significant transformation in 2026, becoming the TGR Haas Formula One Team. This change marks a major step up in their technical partnership with Toyota Gazoo Racing, who will now serve as the title sponsor. The announcement comes after MoneyGrams three-year sponsorship agreement ended, paving the way for this new, expanded collaboration. The shift highlights Toyotas deeper involvement, moving beyond a technical partnership to a full team rebrand. The new partnership will focus on driver development and sustainable technology, with the TGR Haas Driver Development Program and a new livery set to be revealed in January 2026.

NASCAR fans rejoice! The Cup Series points race at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2026 will now feature 450 laps, the first time in over 50 years. This extended race, called the Window World 450, will take place on July 19th and promises a thrilling Sunday night event. The race weekend will also include the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series on July 18th and the zMAX CARS Tour on July 17th. Affordable tickets and camping passes are now available for this historic event.

As the Formula One season reaches its climax, the drivers title race in Abu Dhabi is heating up. McLarens Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are neck-and-neck, while Red Bulls Max Verstappen is hot on their heels. Norris needs a third-place finish to secure his first title, but if Verstappen wins and Norris finishes fourth, McLaren might enforce a position swap. This would be a controversial move, as McLaren has largely avoided team orders this season. George Russell weighs in, believing its unfair to ask a driver with a championship shot to move aside. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix promises to be a thrilling and closely watched event.

Chris Bueschers NASCAR Journey: From Xfinity to Cup Series Wins Chris Bueschers career in the NASCAR Cup Series has been marked by significant achievements, including six career wins. His journey began in 2011, and he quickly rose through the ranks, securing his first Cup Series victory in 2015. Bueschers full-time Cup Series debut in 2016 was marked by a rookie win and a playoff appearance. He returned to Roush Fenway Racing in 2020, earning two more victories in 2022 and 2023. Despite missing the 2024 playoffs, Buescher secured a dramatic road course win at Watkins Glen International.

Lando Norris leads Max Verstappen by twelve points in the drivers championship, with Oscar Piastri four points behind. Norris needs a third-place finish in Abu Dhabi to secure the title, while Piastri requires a near-miracle. Verstappen hopes for strong performances from Mercedes drivers to help Red Bull secure second place in the constructors standings. Ferrari aims for a positive result to boost morale before the winter break.

Viking Motorsports, a two-year-old NASCAR team, is expanding its lineup with a second car for the upcoming OReilly Auto Parts Series season. The new car, number ninety-six, will be driven by experienced driver Anthony Alfredo, who joins from Youngs Motorsports. Alfredo will be reunited with his former crew chief, Joshua Graham, who will lead the teams efforts. Viking Motorsports, owned by Don Sackett, is also strengthening its technical partnership with Richard Childress Racing. The team aims to build on its first-year success, including a fifth-place finish at Talladega, and looks forward to the seasons kickoff on February fourteenth.