Jimmie Johnson: NASCAR Legend Speaks Out On The Hidden Dangers Of Racing (E315)
The High Performance Podcast
High Performance
4.8 • 4.7K Ratings
🗓️ 23 December 2024
⏱️ 80 minutes
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Summary
Jimmie Johnson is a seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, one of the most successful drivers in the history of motorsports. Known for his calm demeanour and competitive spirit, Johnson has shaped the world of racing with his incredible talent and leadership.
In this episode, Jimmie opens up about his journey into racing, starting at a young age. He shares the invaluable lessons passed down by his father and how they shaped his career. Jimmie also talks about the highs and lows of his NASCAR journey, including the challenges of stepping into a new world and the pressures of performing on the big stage.
He dives deep into the mental aspect of racing, discussing how he handled criticism and setbacks. He also reveals the techniques he used to stay focused and how he built a strong team culture. With honesty, Jimmie reflects on his mistakes and how feedback from others helped him grow, both as a driver and as a leader.
This episode offers a rare glimpse into the mindset of a champion, exploring not just his triumphs but also the challenges that moulded him into the extraordinary competitor he is today.
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| 0:00.0 | Love high performance? |
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| 0:05.7 | Watch or listen to bestselling author of the Daily Stoic Ryan Holiday |
| 0:09.1 | exclusively on the high performance app. |
| 0:13.9 | I did enough to survive and to make it to the next level, but I never had success. |
| 0:18.4 | And so when I finally had success, I didn't want to let go of it. |
| 0:22.1 | Some of my friends said she turned around |
| 0:23.6 | and ran from the grand stance |
| 0:24.6 | because we went by at like 2.30, 240 on the opening lap. |
| 0:28.1 | And she's like, I can't watch this. |
| 0:30.1 | You know, I've lost friends from racing in vehicles. |
| 0:33.1 | One of my best friends was killed. |
| 0:35.1 | If you had a Hans device on, he would have survived. And before his race, I tried to give him my Hans device. |
| 0:39.3 | And he's like, no, I don't need it, man. I'm good. |
| 0:41.3 | You just heard the voice of one of the most accomplished drivers in motorsport history. |
| 0:46.3 | Literally the legendary Jimmy Johnson who joins us today on high performance. |
| 0:50.3 | I'm Jay Comfrey. I was so excited to have this conversation. Alongside me, as |
| 0:54.9 | always, Damien Hughes, who was with us as we spoke to one of the most impressive people on |
| 0:59.6 | the planet, seven NASCAR Cup championships and a career that spans decades. Jimmy is certainly |
| 1:05.5 | special, Damien. He very much is, Jake. And in this episode, he takes us into his own incredible journey, |
| 1:11.9 | sharing his pursuit of the elusive edge that can separate the good from the great. |
| 1:16.9 | You're going to hear how we built the team around him that eventually led to his historic success. |
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