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Driving Passion to Print: The Story Behind Rush Magazine w.Craig Toone

Join us as we dive into the fascinating journey of Craig Toone, the founder of Rush Magazine. From an epiphany on Scotland's scenic NC500 to establishing a unique voice in the automotive world, Craig's story is a riveting tale of passion, creativity, and the drive to create something truly remarkable.

https://www.rushmagazine.co.uk/

📘 Episode Highlights:

(00:00) Introduction: Meet Craig Toone, the man who turned a memorable road trip into a thriving automotive publication.

(02:15) The Birth of Rush Magazine: Discover the road trip that sparked the creation of Rush Magazine and how Craig transitioned from his engineering background to becoming a magazine publisher.

(04:22) Learning Curve: Craig shares his self-taught journey through the realms of graphic design and self-publishing, highlighting the challenges he overcame to bring Rush Magazine to life.

(11:09) The Philosophy Behind Rush: Explore what makes Rush Magazine stand out in the automotive magazine landscape and how it aims to connect with its audience.

(14:18) From Digital to Print: Learn about the strategic move from digital issues to print publication and the importance of building an engaged community.

(22:42) Memorable Drives: Craig recounts surprising experiences with cars that left a lasting impression on him and influenced the content of Rush Magazine.

(28:05) Looking Forward: Hear about the future ambitions for Rush Magazine, the evolving community around it, and what readers can look forward to.

Craig Toone's venture into the world of automotive publishing is not just about cars; it's a compelling story of following one's passion, the art of storytelling, and the creation of a platform that resonates with car enthusiasts and beyond.

Join us on Car Chat as we cruise through the journey of Rush Magazine with Craig Toone. Discover the roads traveled, the lessons learned, and what drives the passion behind this unique automotive publication.

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From Idea to Amazon Prime: The Lovecars' Journey w. Paul Woodman

Paul Woodman, the founder of @lovecarsTV an automotive media company, sits down with me to share his journey from the company's inception to its current success, including producing the series "On The Road," now streaming on Amazon Prime. We delve into the origins of his passion for cars, the challenges and triumphs of bringing automotive stories to life on screen, and the memorable experiences of filming across the globe. Join us as Paul opens up about his favorite cars, the excitement of racing, and navigating the complex world of social media, all while building a brand that resonates with car enthusiasts everywhere.

https://lovecars.com/

https://www.instagram.com/lovecars/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

5:35 - Early success of Lovecars

11:53 - Opportunity vs revenue

19:20 - Ideal audience

22:38 - Starting a TV series

33:30 - Lovecars On The Road

45:45 - TV highlights

49:44 - Filming in America vs UK

53:23 - Top 3 Cars Driven

55:49 - Caterham racing and sponsorship

1:01:33 - F1 chat

1:06:00 - Drag racing

1:10:49 - Social media woes

1:16:08 - 5 questions