About this episode

The episode features young racers Payton and Memarie from Ashcraft Motorsports, discussing their journey and aspirations in motorsports.

Ashcraft Motorsports Racing is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to mentoring young women and breaking barriers in motorsports. Meet Payton and Memarie—two rising stars transitioning from micro sprints to A-class racing while balancing intense training, schoolwork, and the responsibility of being role models. We explore their racing inspirations, dream cars, and the personal touches behind their race suits and social media presence built on mentorship, opportunity, and the drive to change the face of racing. Connect with Ashcraft Motorsports here: https://ashcraftmotorsportsracing.framer.website/ https://www.facebook.com/ashcraftmotorsportsracing https://www.instagram.com/ashcraft_motorsports_racing Connect with Red Line Oil:   www.redline.com   Connect with Mecum Auctions:   www.Mecum.com   Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.com Olivia “Liv” Harper , PR, Marketing, & Distribution Executive: www.jpemerson.com For more podcasts on cars, check out Ford Mustang: The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, on Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you get your podcasts For more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast…

People in this episode

Hosts: JP Emerson, Doug Sandler

Guests: Payton, Memarie

Topics covered

• motorsports
• young racers
• mentorship
• women in racing
• A-class racing

Keywords

• Ashcraft Motorsports
• young women in racing
• mentorship
• micro sprints
• A-class racing

Sponsors

Red Line Oil, Mecum Auctions

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ashcraft Motorsports

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