S1 Ep172: Jessi Combs: From Mythbusters to 500+ MPH
Past Gas
Donut Media
4.9 • 7.2K Ratings
🗓️ 20 February 2023
⏱️ 49 minutes
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Summary
Few people in human history have been infected with a love for automobiles and pushing their limits quite like Jessi Combs. But how did one of the most recognizable faces in automotive television also become the fastest woman on earth? How did Jessi manage to excel in multiple high-pressure, male-dominated industries? And what led to the tragic crash that claimed Jessi’s life? Today on Past Gas, we’re learning about the life of modern automotive legend Jessi Combs
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| 0:00.0 | Big thanks to Tommy John for sponsoring this episode of Past Gas. |
| 0:04.3 | Shop Tommy John's colorful new spring designs at TommyJohn.com slash gas and get 20% off your first order. |
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| 0:14.9 | See you side for details. |
| 0:23.9 | Big thank you to our sponsor this week Rocket Money. |
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| 0:49.2 | Today's podcast is brought to you by Angie, formerly Angie's list. |
| 0:56.7 | It's now called Angie. |
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