Ryan Blaney on Getting Hit in the Nuts, Star Wars, and Dad Life | Stacking Pennies
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In this episode of Stacking Pennies, host Corey LaJoie welcomes NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney to the Nonsense Garage for a candid and energetic conversation covering racing, fatherhood, and pop culture. Blaney reflects on his career journey, including the emotional 2023 championship win, the mental toll of near-misses like the heartbreaking Indy loss, and the pressure of living up to his father’s legacy. He shares raw stories from the garage, including a legendary radio outburst after a wreck at Indy and a memorable post-race apology to teammate Chris Bell after a concussion-inducing crash. The discussion dives into racing philosophy, the importance of mental resilience, and the evolving dynamics of team leadership. Blaney also opens up about his passion for Star Wars, his love for vintage NASCAR, and his new bourbon brand, 10 Runner, which he co-founded. The episode closes with a heartfelt look at family life, youth sports, and the joy of parenting, underscoring Blaney’s grounded personality beyond the track.
Mental resilience is key—Blaney emphasizes trusting your process and avoiding overthinking, especially during tough stretches.
Leadership in racing means being supportive yet firm, balancing encouragement with accountability.
Fatherhood and family life are central to Blaney’s identity, bringing both frustration and profound joy.
Legacy and pressure from racing lineage (like his father and Bill Elliott) are real but manageable with self-belief.
The 10 Runner bourbon brand is a passion project built on collaboration, taste testing, and authenticity.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Welcome to the Nonsense Garage: Star Wars & Mustaches
The episode kicks off with a playful introduction, celebrating May the 4th and Ryan Blaney’s Star Wars fandom. The hosts welcome Blaney, who shares his mustache pride and humor about his growing facial hair and its cultural resurgence.
Tattoos, Autographs, and the Weight of Legacy
Blaney discusses his Star Wars tattoos, his grandfather’s mural, and his strong stance against people getting his autograph tattooed. He humorously warns fans not to get his signature inked, emphasizing the pressure he’d feel.
Texas Pit Road Meltdown & the Road to Recovery
“I've never done that one before. That's first. So that hurt us, set us back again.”
The Mental Game: From Indy Heartbreak to Championship Glory
“Somebody come down here and punch me in the face! And that was it. That was the lowest low point I think I've ever had.”
Racing Mentality, Overthinking, and the Power of Trust
“Overthinking to me is a bad thing. It's good to go through your process and be prepared, but overthinking I think is a huge hurt.”
“Somebody come down here and punch me in the face! And that was it.”
“I'm just going to go back to the championship. When we won that race in 24 at Martinsville, dude, it was sick.”
“In my mind, I will never be better than my dad. My dad to me is the best race car driver that has ever sat behind the wheel of a car.”
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Ryan Blaney
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Corey LaJoie
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NASCAR
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10 Runner
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Wood Brothers
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Martinsville Speedway
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Chris Bell
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Bill Elliott
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Texas Motor Speedway
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