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The Daily Driver podcast presented by ThisIsBracketRacing.com is a daily podcast dedicated to helping sportsman drag racers become the best version of themselves on the race track. Each day in season 2 (which stretches from November 1 through November 30), 3-time NHRA World Champion Luke Bogacki explores a topic of competition and shares the insights and experience that he’s gained as a racer, teacher, and perpetual student of the game.

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The Daily Driver podcast presented by ThisIsBracketRacing.com is a daily podcast dedicated to helping sportsman drag racers become the best version of themselves on the race track. Each day in season 2 (which stretches from November 1 through November 30), 3-time NHRA World Champion Luke Bogacki explores a topic of competition and shares the insights and experience that he’s gained as a racer, teacher, and perpetual student of the game.

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English


Episodes
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Identity

4/29/2024
At some point we realize that we are identified not by our performance but our character. That the way that we treat people matters far more then the frequency in which we beat people.

Duration:00:05:37

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Gratitude

4/22/2024
This episode was one that I couldn't wait to record and it's all about gratitude. Take a ride with me as we start back at my first Spring Fling Million win and end with the second win focusing on gratitude.

Duration:00:06:09

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Let It Be

4/15/2024
The phrase 'let it be' can have dual meanings in racing. Both cultivate a similar physiology. In both, we are choosing to rest in confidence. We are prepared. We are experienced. We are ready,

Duration:00:03:39

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The Biggest Key to Success

4/8/2024
In this episode, we're going to do something a little different. I'm going to read my latest column on Confidence from The Science of Winning. If you like this format, let us know!

Duration:00:09:56

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Nerves

4/1/2024
Being nervous doesn't mean you are unprepared or uncertain. It is possible to be both confident and nervous. Embrace the nerves.

Duration:00:04:29

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Starting Line Mechanics

3/25/2024
When we struggle on the starting line, we inherently look for reasons why. We don’t want to admit that the weak link is us. Whether that is mental or physical mechanics. How do fix it? Train it. Trust It.

Duration:00:05:37

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Guilty

3/18/2024
We all have our days. Days when we feel not so great or feeling perhaps even sorry for our selves. That trap we fall into seeing this life as a burden. Flip the script and see it as a gift.

Duration:00:05:16

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Memory (Part 2)

3/11/2024
Last episode we talked about memory and focused on the things we want/need to remember. On this episode, let's explore the things that we might be better served to forget!

Duration:00:05:58

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Memory (Part 1)

3/4/2024
I've raced for a long time, so I tend to take for granted some of the simple stuff. This quote can be adapted to our racing “If there’s a request that you keep forgetting, that’s a sign that it isn’t very important. The really important stuff doesn’t go away.” - Jason Fried.

Duration:00:06:30

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Interdependence and Control

2/26/2024
As we prepare for the upcoming season, it's natural to focus in on goal setting. But what we think about our goals for the upcoming season, we are usually thinking of the ultimate outcome. It's important to note that our outcomes in this sport are interdependent.

Duration:00:04:23

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The Wiring of Intuition

2/19/2024
We have so many things in our racing and in our lives that we connect the dots seemingly automatically. Probably way more often then we even realize. Connecting the dots on what we actually hear versus what we know or assume is happening.

Duration:00:07:43

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Your Finest Hour

2/12/2024
"To each, there comes in their lifetime a special moment when they are figuratively tapped on the shoulder and offered the chance to do a very special thing, unique to them and fitted to their talents. What a tragedy if that moment finds them unprepared or unqualified for that which could have been their finest hour." - Winston Churchill

Duration:00:04:20

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FOPO

2/5/2024
Fear of Other People's Opinions. FOPO. In racing it's easy to caught up in wanting others to see us in a positive way, to recognize our talents. How do we stop caring what others think? Or at the very least how do we care less?

Duration:00:04:15

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Train It & Trust It

1/29/2024
In Dr. Bob Rotella's book "How Champions Think" he introduces 'Train it. Trust it'. He talks about how having that mindset can change your game. In this episode, Luke talks about how we can apply that same mindset in our racecars.

Duration:00:03:59

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Catch a Drop

1/22/2024
We have all been there, your on a run and you get dropped on your head. Of course it always seems to be on the run when your car picks up too, right? Is there anything that you can do to prevent it? Can you really 'catch the drop'?

Duration:00:04:17

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Top End Throttle Stops

1/15/2024
The Top End Throttle Stop. Is it a fad that is here to stay? In this episode, Luke is joined by special guest, Justin Lamb to discuss. This episode was taken from our free “Super Class 101” training. Watch for free at thisisbracketracing.com/90

Duration:00:04:30

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Bracket Racing vs .90 Racing

1/8/2024
Bracket Racing versus Super Class Racing. With the technological advances in the Super Classes, the two have become much more similar. In this episode, Luke is joined by special guest, Justin Lamb to discuss the differences and similarities of each style of racing. This episode was taken from our free “Super Class 101” training. Watch for free at thisisbracketracing.com/90

Duration:00:05:54

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What changes are required for .90 racing?

1/1/2024
This week's episode talks in reference to a dragster, specifically if you are a competitive bracket racing looking to dabble into Super Comp. Luke is joined by special guest, Justin Lamb to discuss what is needed. This episode was taken from our free “Super Class 101” training. Watch for free at thisisbracketracing.com/90

Duration:00:04:51

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Victim Mentality

12/25/2023
Racing is hard. The margins are thinner then ever and you will lay down a run that isn't good enough. In this episode, Luke talks about the importance of not becoming the victim, the only one it happens to.

Duration:00:04:35

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Super Class Tire Selection

12/18/2023
Tires, we all need them to race but what kind? What size? In this episode, Luke Bogacki and Justin Lamb discuss what works best for Super Class Racing.

Duration:00:03:02