Show host Bruce Martin has lots of big news in this episode of Pit Pass Indy, including Michael Andretti relinquishing his ownership role at Andretti Global to partner Dan Towriss on September 26 and IndyCar’s return to the Dallas/Fort Worth area with the Grand Prix of Arlington that was announced on October 7. IndyCar has joined forces with the Da…

Reg Platt has a checkered past, a blessed present, and a hopeful future. Reg shares his abortion story and the damage it caused his life. He is passionate about raising awareness of the hidden victims of abortion: the fathers of the children lost to it. Reg returned to the church and found forgiveness from his abortion stories at two incredible hea…

The Shroud of Turin is the most studied archeological object in human history, and Fr. Andrew Dalton joins the BeatiDudes for a journey into Shroud science that will move you regardless of where you are in your own faith walk. This is a throwback repost from Season Two and a tribute to one of our favorite episodes of all time. What the Gospels do n…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 52 – Celebrating the 2024 INDY NXT Championship with the Champion – Louis Foster of Andretti Global September 30, 2024 Show host Bruce Martin has an exclusive interview with 2024 INDY NXT Champion Louis Foster of Andretti Global. The 21-year-old driver from Oldham, United Kingdom ha…

Jamie Baxter is the Founder of Exodus 90, the #1 Freedom App to help you become the man you were created to be. By focusing on prayer, asceticism, and fraternity, Exodus helps men grow closer to God, replace distractions with peace, and embrace true brotherhood. Exodus exists for men to be uncommonly free. Throughout this episode, we learn about th…

Kyle Larson is returning to the Indianapolis 500 in 2025 and show host Bruce Martin goes in-depth on the star driver’s return to the biggest race in the world. Martin has exclusive interviews with 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion and 2024 Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year Kyle Larson, 2004 IndyCar Series Champion and 2013 Indy 500 winner Tony Kana…

Every episode starts with an excerpt of the show that either strikes the funny bone or cuts straight to the heart. With the open space available for this Friday bonus episode, The BeatiDudes are proud to share a montage of show openers from the first two seasons. You’re in for a treat as you experience a whole bunch of funny with plenty of faith an…

September 24, 2024 Show host Bruce Martin has an exclusive interview with Penske Entertainment President and CEO Mark Miles as IndyCar has implemented a Charter System for its teams effective immediately. Miles explains the Charter Systems on this edition of Pit Pass Indy Presented by Penske Truck Rental. Martin also has exclusive interviews with C…

Alessandro DiSanto never expected that he and his childhood friends would come together early in their careers to launch a prayer app. Fast-forward to the present - - Hallow is the world's most successful Christian prayer app. Hallow stats (aka vanity stats) • 20 million downloads • 600million prayers, prayed in over 150 countries • Available in 8 …

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 49 – Celebrating the 2024 NTT IndyCar Series Championship with three-time champion Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racing September 20, 2024 Show host Bruce Martin has an exclusive interview with 2024 NTT IndyCar Series Champion Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racing in this special bonus edi…

Alan Brown is back for a faith-filled BeatiDudes bonus episode! Alan is a people-first leader with a flair for creating world-class cultures in the demanding automotive sales industry. He started his career in the car business in 1990 washing cars before working his way up and partnering in three different Volkswagen stores. He is now the General M…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 48 – A Big Weekend at the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix with Alex Palou, Will Power, Colton Herta, Josef Newgarden and much, much more September 17, 2024 Show host Bruce Martin recaps the big news that came out of the final race of the NTT IndyCar Series season, the Big Machine …

Alan Brown is a people-first leader with a flair for creating world-class cultures in the demanding automotive sales industry. He started his career in the car business in 1990 washing cars before working his way up and partnering in three different Volkswagen stores. He is now the General Manager for Sam Pack's Five Star Chevrolet in Carrollton, T…

Sam Goodwin is an American entrepreneur, author, and professional speaker. A former Division I collegiate hockey player, he co-founded a tech company and NGO in Singapore and is one of the few people who has traveled to all 193 countries in the world. In this fun-filled bonus episode, Sam is ready to share a story for any country that the BeatiDude…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 47 – Previewing the 2024 IndyCar Series Championship Weekend with race promoter Scott Borchetta of Big Machine Label Group September 10, 2024 In this championship preview edition of Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental, show host Bruce Martin looks ahead to the Big Machine…

Buckle up, BeatiDudes - Season Four is here, and we are raising the bar again with a grand slam guest – SAM GOODWIN. Sam survived an unbelievable travel nightmare that included nine weeks in a Syrian prison, 27 days of which he spent in solitary confinement. Sam Goodwin is an American entrepreneur, author, and professional speaker. A former Divisio…

The BeatiDudes crosses another milestone with episode 150 and the end of Season Three!! The show begins with a randomized drawing to pull a winner from our giveaway prize at the National Eucharistic Congress from our Swag Store. Visit the BeatiDudes Swag Store, Congrats to Acenith Claassen on the Big Win! Nick Bernardo from NOVUS Clothing stops by …

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 46 – Recapping the return to The Milwaukee Mile with Penske Corporation President Bud Denker September 6, 2024 In this special bonus edition of Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental, show host Bruce Martin looks back at the success of the IndyCar’s return to The Milwaukee M…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 45 – IndyCar’s Exciting Return and 2024 IndyCar Championship Battle Takes Dramatic Turn September 3, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin details the dramatic events at the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s on August 31 and September 1 and its impact o…

The BeatiDudes proudly present the second of three segments recorded live at their booth during the 10th National Eucharistic Congress. Luis Gonzales from episodes #075 and #076 pops by the booth to kick off the guest appearances and shares his joy for the Eucharist and his love for serving others. On Blessed are the Joke Makers with Luis, the Dude…

Brad Linder is the Founder and Chief Transformation Officer of Get You In Shape in Coppell, TX. As a former professional basketball player, Brad utilized his knowledge from a master’s degree in health, Kinesiology, and Sport Studies to optimize his performance. He and his wife also have seven kids after only planning to have four. Coach Brad walks …

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 44 – IndyCar Returns to The Milwaukee Mile with Scott Dixon, Kyle Kirkwood, Christian Lundgaard, Nolan Siegel and promoter Shari Black August 29, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin has a bonus edition this week to preview the Hy-Vee Milwaukee …

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 43 – IndyCar Returns to The Milwaukee Mile with Scott McLaughlin. Will Power celebrates Portland win August 27, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin has exclusive interviews with BitNile.com Grand Prix of Portland winner Will Power of Team Pensk…

Brad Linder is the Founder and Chief Transformation Officer of Get You In Shape in Coppell, TX. As a former professional basketball player, Brad utilized his knowledge from a master’s degree in health, Kinesiology, and Sport Studies to optimize his performance. In his mid-20s, Brad moved to North Texas as a complete leap of faith and started attend…

Anand Bheemarasetti is a modern missionary, business entrepreneur, media specialist, and community organizer who has dedicated himself to a life of service by following the inspiration of St. Mother Theresa of Calcutta. Anand shares the incredible tale of his journey to America and the little things he had to learn that we often take for granted, s…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 42 – Previewing Portland with Scott McLaughlin, Alex Palou, Will Power and Conor Daly August 22, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin has a bonus edition this week to preview the August 25 BitNile Grand Prix of Portland at Portland International…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 41 – IndyCar’s Wild Saturday Night Showdown At Gateway With Josef Newgarden and much, much more August 20, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin has a power-packed show covering all aspects of the 2024 Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at World Wide…

Anand Bheemarasetti is a modern missionary, business entrepreneur, media specialist, and community organizer who has dedicated himself to a life of service by following the inspiration of St. Mother Theresa of Calcutta. After outfitting the BeatiDudes with traditional Indian clothing, Anand shares his story of his roots and his transition to the Un…

In 1960, Bill Sladek’s mom was told that she should not carry her baby to term due to her age and previous pregnancy issues. She told her doctor that “God doesn’t make mistakes” and welcomed baby Bill in June of that year. Bill’s wife, Mary, has a similar story about her heroic mom and the battle she endured to continue her pregnancy despite the he…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 40 – Catching up with IndyCar team owner Michael Shank August 13, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin has an exclusive interview with IndyCar Series team owner Michael Shank of Meyer Shank Racing. He gives his thoughts on the team’s 2024 perfor…

The BeatiDudes proudly welcome their hero and friend, Bill Sladek, for a look back at his life of service. Bill and his wife answer the call to help others and serve God daily with their time, talent, and treasure. Not only does this inspiring couple lend financial support to various organizations and serve as chairs for various fundraisers, but th…

The BeatiDudes set up a booth at the 10th National Eucharistic Congress (NEC) for one day of open recording with new friends, old buddies, and a handful of repeat guests. Part One of this three-episode series jumps right in with the BeatiDudes’ first guest, a man who started off as a stranger walking by and quickly became an all-time BeatiDude favo…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 39 – Catching up with INDY NXT Presented by Firestone Director Levi Jones August 6, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin has an exclusive interview with Levi Jones, INDY NXT Presented by Firestone Director as the NTT IndyCar Series is in a rare,…

Fr. Dave Pivonka, President of Franciscan University in Steubenville, joins The BeatiDudes at the National Eucharistic Congress for the first live-audience episode in the show’s history. The episode weaves together many important aspects of college life, the Eucharist, the need for humor, reasons for hope, the harm of smartphones, the root of anxie…

Catching up with Chip Ganassi Racing Managing Director Mike Hull July 30, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin has an exclusive interview with Chip Ganassi Racing Managing Director Mike Hull as the NTT IndyCar Series is in a rare, in-season break because of the Olympic Games in Paris, France. On the highways, t…

Having just finished his studies at Xavier in New Orleans, Pradeep Thoppil started working at Tulane Medical Center shortly before Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005. As a first-year pharmacist, he was eager to help the team and volunteered to join the pre-hurricane team. He had no idea that when he entered the hospital that day, he would not leave unti…

Pradeep Thoppil is very aware of his “Yes” to the calling Jesus put on his heart as a husband, a father, and a son of God. He has been intentional about building authentic fraternity with his brothers in Christ, and this episode highlights his commitment to others as he shows his love, support, and prayers for Jeff and his son, Benny Pro, who is cu…

Mitch Boersma and his wife Rosie have a gaggle of kids, with number 6 due towards the end of 2024. Their daily intention is to Catechize the children and grow a faithful Catholic family together. Mitch reflects on the ups and downs of raising kids and the unique ways that each of his kid’s namesake saints seems to be a perfect match for their perso…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 37 –Toronto winner Colton Herta plus NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon, Kyle Larson, Rick Mast and former NASCAR President Mike Helton at the 30th Anniversary of the Brickyard 400 July 23, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin has a special editio…

Mitch Boersma’s visit to the BeatiDudes was a bit of a homecoming after he graduated from the nearby University of Dallas in 2008, where he switched his majors from Theology to Business. Mitch is the Chief Operating Officer of the Catholic Information Center and co-founder of The Leonine Forum – a year-long program dedicated to giving young profess…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 36 –Previewing the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto with Alex Palou, Marcus Ericsson, Felix Rosenqvist and much more July 19, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental show host Bruce Martin gets IndyCar fans ready to cross the border into Canada for this weekend’s Ontar…

Kyle Washut, president of Wyoming Catholic College, joins the bonus show to discuss the trials and triumphs of family life. He and his wife Erin are happily raising their six kids, ranging from high school to one year old. Kyle attributes all family triumphs to the work of our Lord and recognizes that we are not the responsible party for all the go…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL AND HY-VEE – SEASON 4, EPISODE 35 – Hy-Vee Race Weekend at Iowa Wrap-up with winning drivers Scott McLaughlin and Will Power, plus Penske Corporation President Bud Denker. July 16, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental and Hy-Vee show host Bruce Martin wraps up the big Hy-Vee IndyCar Race…

Kyle Washut is the youngest Catholic president at the youngest Catholic college in America. Kyle, President at Wyoming Catholic College (WCC), joins The BeatiDudes for an adventurous episode full of surprises, including the unique approach that WCC takes to educating and forming its students. WCC is a “great books school” where every student starts…

Jim Hickey leads the BeatiDudes through a unique bonus episode, reflecting on Tara Grinstead's 2005 disappearance and the subsequent investigative podcast featuring her story, “Up and Vanished.” Jim had dated Tara before her disappearance, and thanks to that podcast, the mystery was solved, justice was served, and Jim was also proven innocent. Refl…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 34 – Bonus Edition Hy-Vee Race Weekend at Iowa Preview with 6-time Iowa winner Josef Newgarden, Hy-Vee driver Christian Lundgaard, Will Power, Bobby Rahal, Colton Herta and Penske Corporation President Bud Denker July 11, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental and Hy-Ve…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 33 – Hy-Vee Race Weekend at Iowa Preview with Pato O’Ward, Graham Rahal, Colton Herta, Alex Palou, Marcus Armstrong, Alexander Rossi and race general manager Anne Fischgrund July 10, 2024 Pit Pass Indy presented by Penske Truck Rental and Hy-Vee show host Bruce Martin has a big show…

Jim Hickey brings the spicy to The BeatiDudes by sharing a full-blown meal from his Dallas-based restaurant Charlie’s Creole Kitchen. Instead of finishing the show differently, the entire show takes place over the course of appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Jim was raised by a father who left the church and a mother who practiced her Christia…

Flip Howard is a dynamic entrepreneur and Catholic leader who is a role model for Catholic husbands, fathers, and now grandfathers. He has seven kids and three grandkids, and he shares a wealth of knowledge and wisdom in bite-sized nuggets. Flip shares his family journey, starting with the first time he met his future wife on the campus of Francisc…

PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 4, EPISODE 32 – A “New Age” Dawns for IndyCar with the Hybrid, big news from team owner Bobby Rahal and Hy-Vee Vice President of Sports Marketing Matt Nickell July 2, 2024 Show host Bruce Martin takes a look at IndyCar’s “New Age” with the debut of the Hybrid Engine at the July 7 Honda Indy 20…