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The Grid Talk RC Podcast

The Grid Talk RC Podcast

Every week, Russell Lee and Martin Owen bring you the latest news, opinions and behind-the-scenes stories from the world of RC racing. From top racers and engineers to industry insiders and passionate enthusiasts, Grid Talk goes beyond the results to explore the personalities, technology and developments driving RC racing around the globe.

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  • 20 episodes
  • fortnightly
  • Avg 56 min
  • English
  • S5 · E6
    August 27 · 58 min

    GTRC -MARCUS KAERUP - TEAM ASSOCIATED 2026 2WD EURO CHAMP

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week Marcus Kaerup The 2026 10th 2wd off road European champion joins us , Since we last recorded with Marcus he's also won the 4wd worlds and the Ebuggy worlds!, so there is a lot to get through in this episode... All that and more on this weeks show Don't forget to LIKE and SHARE! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

  • S5 · E7
    August 15 · 57 min

    GTRC - DANIEL KOBBEVIK - SCHUMACHER - 4WD EUROPEAN CHAMPION

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week we are talking to factory Schumacher driver Daniel Kobbevik newly crowned 2026 4wd European champion!! We talk about his fantastic win and get a glimpse of what the new champ has been up to and whats next! All that and more on this weeks show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

  • S5 · E5
    July 30 · 1 hr 2 min

    GTRC - RYAN CLARKE - XRAY

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week we are talking to Ryan Clarke from the UK Xray team Just a great chat about what Ryans been up to, Including his National series so far, winning the over 40's at the BRCA veterans meeting, and we go over his new electronics package with Elcram, with a trip down memory lane talking about when he won his final at the Hudy Euros after a harsh but fair 10 second penalty!! All that and more on this weeks show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

  • S5 · E6
    July 16 · 1 hr 6 min

    GTRC - CALLUM AKEROYD-BENCH - YOKOMO

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week we are talking to Callum Akeroyd-Bench following his move from Schumacher Racing to Xray to to Yokomo. since we last spoke.. We chat about his first National A Final and , how his National season has been going so far, making the switch to Yokomo, and how he's getting on with his new cars, plus many other topics during this this great high energy chat. All that and more on this week's show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #GridTalk

  • S5 · E5
    July 2 · 41 min

    GTRC - MARK MUSGROVE - SCHUMACHER RACING

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week we are talking to Mark Musgrove or Muzz as he is know to all racers! We talk about the recent Schumacher 10th dominance and 2026 Vintage National series in a mega quick catch up on this 40 minute commuter style episode All that and more on this weeks show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

  • S5 · E3
    June 18 · 1 hr

    GTRC - DON'T CALL IT A COMEBACK - NEW CO-HOST SAME SHOW

    Welcome to Grid Talk! After a six-month layoff, we're back and kicking off a new chapter of the show. This week, Russ is joined by a new co-host as the pair catch up on a bit of what's happened in the world of RC racing while we've been away. Every week, Russ and the new host will bring you the latest news, opinions, race reports, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the RC racing scene. From top racers and engineers to industry insiders and passionate enthusiasts, we'll be covering all aspects of the hobby and sport we love. This week's episode is all about reconnecting, discussing what's changed over the last six months, sharing our thoughts on the current state of RC racing, and looking ahead to what's shaping up to be an exciting season. All that and more on this week's Grid Talk! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

  • S5 · E1
    January 22 · 49 min

    GTRC - MICHEAL HOBDAY - TOM COCKERILL - MKGP 2026 UPDATE

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week its a mostly about the upcoming MKGP with Michael Hobday (J16) and Tom Cockerill (Worlds A Finalist!!) talking MKGP setup and plans for this massive event that kicks off the 10th off road calendar in the UK. All that and more on this weeks show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

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  • S5 · E1
    January 8 · 48 min

    GTRC - CHRIS FOSTER - UK YOKOMO 10TH OFF ROAD TEAM MANAGER

    Welcome to Grid Talk this week we are talking to Chris Foster the newly appointed Yokomo 10th off road team manager. We talk about the rebirth of the Yokomo 10th off road team, new drivers and the big plans for the team as we go into 2026., new cars and new signings and lots of other info on how YOU could join the team, whatever your speed!! We then go on to talk about the recent revamp of the Batley Buggy Club, the recent track,venue upgrades and holding a National this year! All that and more on this weeks show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC #Yokomo

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  • S4 · E52
    Dec 24, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min

    GTRC - 2025 CHRISTMAS PRIZE DRAW WITH CHRISTMAS CRAGGY AND AIDAN BURKE

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week it's the Christmas draw! with the GOAT playing the character of “Christmas Craggy”!! The 26 time national champion, 9 time European champion and a World title thrown in over the last over 4 decades. We Still cant find anyone better qualified to give you the best prizes for our 2025 prize give away. The one and only Neil Cragg joins us for this bumper special, with amazing guest host, the world famous Aidan Burke!! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

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  • S4 · E51
    Dec 18, 2025 · 52 min

    GTRC - MIKLOS SZABADOS - XRAY

    Welcome to Grid Talk. This week we’re joined by Miklos Szabados, currently competing with XRAY 2WD and 4WD 1/10th. It’s a great conversation covering what Miklos has been up to, past and present. We dive into the old times and the good times, talking club racing, Nationals, Worlds, Euros, and fly-away races, from the early 1980s right through to the 2025 Vegas race. We also touch on Miklos’s break from RC racing during the 1990s Max Power era, when he stepped away to build “real” show-winning modified cars. This episode is packed with stories, plenty of back-and-forth, and lots of memorable moments from a lifetime in racing. All that and more on this week’s show. #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

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  • S4 · E50
    Dec 11, 2025 · 1 hr

    GTRC - COLIN BRENNAN - FROM BACK IN THE DAY! - MUGEN

    Welcome to Grid Talk! This week, we’re joined by Colin Brennan to talk about his year of racing, and his history in the sport spanning near on 40 years, from 10th to 8th, Euros to Worlds, a great episode with some epic stories. Don’t forget to LIKE and SHARE the show! ⁠#CMLdistribution⁠ ⁠#SchumacherRacing⁠ ⁠#Willspeed⁠ ⁠#GTRC

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  • S4 · E49
    Nov 20, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min

    GTRC - ROGER MILLS - THE BRCA 10TH OFF ROAD TECH OFFICER

    Welcome to Grid Talk, This week, its Roger Mills who's the new 10th off road technical officer We talk about his new role at the pinnacle of UK 10th racing, whats changing are staying the same Then its onto Rogers racing and his recent return to weekly club racing and his plans for next year. All that and more on this weeks show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #GTRC

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  • S4 · E48
    Nov 6, 2025 · 1 hr 5 min

    GTRC - TONY EVDOKA - BRCA 10TH OFF ROAD CHAIRMAN

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week we're talking to Tony Evdoka the new BRCA 10th Off Road Chairman, we talk about his new role, the new committee members for 2026 and the 10th AGM among some other great topics. All that and more on this weeks show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

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  • S4 · E48
    Oct 23, 2025 · 55 min

    GTRC - NATHAN RALLS LAS VAGAS VINTAGE RACE

    Welcome to Grid Talk! This week, we’re joined by Nathan Ralls to talk about his recent trip to Las Vagas to race at the Team Associated vintage championships, we talk travel, famous faces and racing, then its onto talk of the Ralls training days, and the BRCA AGM. Don’t forget to LIKE and SHARE the show! ⁠#CMLdistribution⁠ ⁠#SchumacherRacing⁠ ⁠#Willspeed⁠ ⁠#GTRC

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  • S4 · E45
    Oct 9, 2025 · 46 min

    GTRC - IAN DAY - TEAM CHAOS RCTV - LEDBURY MCC CUSTODIAN

    Welcome to Grid Talk! This week, we’re joined by Ian Day custodian of Ledbury mcc and the face and voice behind Chaos Racing RCTV. We talk about whats involved in running a 9 hour RC racing stream, and future plans for the channel, then its on to the Ledbury club, and Ians racing exploits Don’t forget to LIKE and SHARE the show! ⁠#CMLdistribution⁠ ⁠#SchumacherRacing⁠ ⁠#Willspeed⁠ ⁠#GTRC

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  • S4 · E48
    Sep 26, 2025 · 53 min

    GTRC - MARTIN OWEN - SCHUMACHER

    Welcome to Grid Talk! This week, we’re joined by Martin Owen to talk about his year of racing, stepping down as the 10th off road chairman, truck racing, the future of Mendip and the up coming worlds in Australia. plus lots more, all in this 50 minute commute style episode. Don’t forget to LIKE and SHARE the show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

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  • S4 · E48
    Sep 10, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min

    GTRC - TAYLER LETCHFORD - ELCON-NEMO-EVO MODELS

    Welcome to Grid Talk!RC racing champion. Real-life drag racer. 100% racer mindset. This Week, we talk with Tayler Letchford, the 2024 EFRA European Champion in large scale off-road racing. We cover: Why he skipped a round of qualifying at the Euros — and how it paid off What it takes to compete in both RC and full-size drag racing Race day strategy, setup insights, and staying cool under pressure Plus, the people behind the scenes who help keep him on track Whether you're into RC or full-scale racing, this one’s packed with insight. #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

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  • S4 · E35
    Aug 28, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min

    GTRC - TIM LUCAS - CYANOTEC - PRO GLUE

    Welcome to Grid Talk! This week, we’re joined by Tim Lucas — owner of Cyanotec and the Pro Glue brand. We dive into all things glue: the manufacturing process, what makes a glue “work,” how the company got started, and what it takes to keep your tyres from flying off mid-race! Then we shift gears to talk about Tim’s long racing career. Having started RC racing back in the 1970s, there’s a lot to cover — including how he founded the Tower Racing Club, which later became the much-loved Dudley Club. All that and more in this week’s episode of Grid Talk! 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE and SHARE the show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

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  • Aug 13, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min

    GTRC - FREDDIE RUSSELL - FF RACING - CML- AE

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week long time friend of the show Freddie Russell make and appearance, owner of FF Racing and CML/AE tem member joins us for a general catch up, and a good old random non scrpited chat. We go on to talk about some epic subjects. All that and more on this weeks show Don't forget to LIKE and SHARE! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

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  • S5 · E6
    Mar 6, 2025 · 37 min

    GTRC - DAN AUSTIN - TEKNO TAKEOVER

    Welcome to Grid Talk, this week we are talking to Dan Austin the UK Tekno Distributor. We talk about Eventure RC and of course Dans racing including winning the Truggy National Championship in 2024 and plans for this year including the popular NitroXcross summer series. All that and more on this weeks show! #CMLdistribution #SchumacherRacing #Willspeed #GTRC

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