Secrets of a Formula 1 Photographer
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Join Gary and Alex as they kick off 2026 with a discussion on the return of the Ram 1500 TRX, boasting 777 horsepower, and its competition against the Ford F-150 Raptor R. The episode features motorsports photographer Jamie Price, who shares insights from his new book 'Racing Unfiltered,' documenting a year in motorsports using vintage film cameras. Jamie discusses the challenges and joys of film photography in a digital age, his experiences at major races, and the evolving landscape of motorsport photography. The conversation also touches on the upcoming Formula 1 season and the excitement surrounding the Rolex 24.
Top motorsports photographer Jamey Price joins Gary and Alex to talk about his new book "Racing Unfiltered: A Year in Motorsports Captured on Film," which features photos taken at Formula 1 races, sports car races and premiere classic car events with old novelty 35mm NASCAR film cameras. Jamey also lifts the curtains to reveal what goes on behind the scenes in the life of a professional photographer following the world's top racing series.
Ram Trx Ram
"I mean, you could spend more than that easily on a loaded up HD, anything. So, you know, get your hot rod, TRX, Ram 1500, bazillion horsepower thing. Maybe you'll start a new arm's race with Ford, who's going to, you know, who should"
Ford Mustang
"...honestly, the way things have been going with the Mustang lately, I wouldn't be surprised to see a 2027 Rap..."
Chevrolet Silverado
"...Motors is not in this game. It's got the ZR2, the Silverado ZR2 lineup, but that's got the 420 horsepower V8...."
Cadillac Escalade
"You see kind of what can happen. Escalade V shows, I mean, it's really just like putting to..."
Chevrolet Corvette
"...you'll get some bronze driver that's running in a Corvette or a Ferrari. They just want really cool pictures..."
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