{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Tom Baker Show","title":"06 15 23 Tom Baker Show 6 - Government in Motorsports and The RPM Act with Karen Bailey Chapman","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4196,"description":"Tom Baker Show Podcast - Episode 6: Government In Motorsports and The RPM Act with Karen Bailey-Chapman\nWelcome to the sixth episode of the Tom Baker Show Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation. In this insightful episode, our host Tom Baker is joined by Karen Bailey-Chapman from SEMA/PRI, a leading advocate for motorsports. They discuss the government's involvement in motorsports, the RPM Act designed to protect the sport, and the recent fines imposed on aftermarket shops that convert street cars into race cars.\nGuest Speaker: Karen Bailey-Chapman from SEMA/PRI\nKaren Bailey-Chapman represents SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) and PRI (Performance Racing Industry), organizations dedicated to advocating for motorsports and the aftermarket industry. With her extensive knowledge and experience in the field, Karen brings a unique perspective to the discussion, shedding light on the challenges faced by motorsports enthusiasts and professionals alike.\nKey Topics and Points of Discussion\nGovernment Involvement in Motorsports: Explore the impact of government regulations on motorsports and how they affect both amateur and professional racing.\nThe RPM Act: Delve into the details of the Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act, a crucial piece of legislation designed to safeguard the rights of motorsports enthusiasts and the aftermarket industry.\nFines and Regulations: Discuss the recent wave of fines imposed on aftermarket shops that convert street cars into race cars and the implications for the racing community.\nSEMA/PRI's Role as Advocates: Learn about the vital work done by SEMA/PRI in representing the interests of motorsports professionals and enthusiasts, and their efforts in ensuring the future of the sport.\nThroughout the episode, Tom and Karen engage in a thought-provoking conversation that highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the motorsports community, and the importance of advocacy and support from organizations like SEMA/PRI....","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/dGVght2vCyDeJ1RskagOUcYjhV3slJJfDyuOw9yvoMA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzI3MzI3LzE2ODgw/NzIyNDQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}