This week, Shift reveals the disconnect between professional drivers/racing drivers and the mainstream media, why he decided to get on YouTube and other similar platforms, how social media fails to cultivate a constructive space for newcomers to learn about performance driving, the misrepresentation of good driving from car journalists and influencers, what emboldens young people to drive recklessly on public roads, the need for manufacturer-backed programs to incorporate qualified profession...
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This week, Shift reveals the disconnect between professional drivers/racing drivers and the mainstream media, why he decided to get on YouTube and other similar platforms, how social media fails to cultivate a constructive space for newcomers to learn about performance driving, the misrepresentation of good driving from car journalists and influencers, what emboldens young people to drive recklessly on public roads, the need for manufacturer-backed programs to incorporate qualified profession...
Sean Kealey, a well-respected car journalist, is in the studio this week to share his unique journey of longing to work in the auto industry while on active duty in the Navy to becoming the multi-talented journalist he is today. Sean has reviewed cars for MotorTrend, Kelly Blue Book, Hooniverse, BMW BLOG, The Drive, etc. In this exclusive interview, Sean discusses the steps and criteria for becoming a car journalist, the importance of networking, the reality behind the perceived glamour, inco...
Sociology of Cars Podcast
This week, Shift reveals the disconnect between professional drivers/racing drivers and the mainstream media, why he decided to get on YouTube and other similar platforms, how social media fails to cultivate a constructive space for newcomers to learn about performance driving, the misrepresentation of good driving from car journalists and influencers, what emboldens young people to drive recklessly on public roads, the need for manufacturer-backed programs to incorporate qualified profession...
