We continue our interview with Cindy Gibbs from last week's Podcast. Cindy Gibbs has been around the drag racing world literally her whole life. First and foremost a fan, she's been everything from a NHRA staff employee, a drag racing wife (or is that widow), a track operator and now a driving force behind the popular "NITRO REVIVAL" events, held yearly at nearby Irwindale Dragstrip. Most know Cindy as the eldest daughter of Steve Gibbs, who's best recognized for his managem...

Cindy Gibbs has been around the drag racing world literally her whole life. First and foremost a fan, she's been everything from a NHRA staff employee, a drag racing wife (or is that widow), a track operator and now a driving force behind the popular "NITRO REVIVAL" events, held yearly at nearby Irwindale Dragstrip. Most know Cindy as the eldest daughter of Steve Gibbs, who's best recognized for his management of California race tracks, including the original Irwindale Raceway and...

Nathan began his professional career in the arts at age 12, working as on-air talent for the Children’s Broadcasting Corporation, performing live with Disney, Universal Studios and the Academy of Television and Radio. Nathan continued his career in the performing arts, including work in theatre, music and experience design.Nathan graduated with a B.A. in Youth Culture and Modern Music from California Baptist University, and holds a double masters in Entrepreneur Leadership and Theological Stu...

Eily Stafford has been racing for over 20 years, driving everything from 7 second blown alcohol altereds to nostalgia rear engine top fuel dragsters, earning multiple NHRA licenses, with a career best of 5.36 at 277mph. Come along for a ride as she talks about how she got her first ride in drag racing, winning the 2023 March Meet, getting to test Jasmine Salinas’ A-Fuel dragster in Las Vegas, and making the step into the fuel altered class. Powered by The Glenn Freeman GroupIn assoc...

Listen to the intriguing and heartwarming story of Jacelyn Gonzaga, age 16, and how she has fought from childhood to conquer the male dominated sport of drag racing. She is a student athlete at Sierra Canyon School and a junior who plays soccer, runs cross country and track and field. Sierra Canyon School is one of the most elite high schools in the country. Parents are Janine and Mike Gonzaga. Janine is an office manager at a business management and tax firm. Mike is the associat...

Kelly's GEMs & RPMs - Tony Thacker, Man in Charge! Part 2Automotive author and historian Tony Thacker got his start in the sixties delivering Hot Rod magazine on his paper route in England. His fascination 'Americarna' led him to the drag strip and a life long love affair with hot rods and drag racing. Through his passion he eventually moved to California and worked for SEMA, Boyd Coddington, the SO-CAL Speed Shop and eventually the NHRA saying, "I'm living my dream."Powered by The ...

Kelly's GEMs & RPMs - Tony Thacker, Man in Charge! Part 1Automotive author and historian Tony Thacker got his start in the sixties delivering Hot Rod magazine on his paper route in England. His fascination 'Americarna' led him to the drag strip and a life long love affair with hot rods and drag racing. Through his passion he eventually moved to California and worked for SEMA, Boyd Coddington, the SO-CAL Speed Shop and eventually the NHRA saying, "I'm living my dream."Powered b...

Be inspired by the true-life story of Kelly Barr Anderson, as she breaks through addiction and personal demons to conquer a male-dominated sport, and become a leader in the sport of drag racing. Tune in, listen, share and be inspired by the accomplishments that come with tenacity, teamwork and good 'ol fashioned hard work. Watch for more of this continuing story in the weeks to come.Powered by The Glenn Freeman GroupPowered by The Glenn Freeman GroupIn association with 5GTV and A...