Podcast 148 – Nick Sturgeon
SUMMARY
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Hosted by Purdue University alum, Brian Lamb School of Communication graduate, and Indiana native Kate Young, “This Is Purdue” aims to examine all of the incredible accomplishments of Boilermakers and their contributions to the world.
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STRATEGY
In this episode of “This Is Purdue,” we’re talking to Nick Sturgeon (MS cybersecurity and trusted systems ’15), Speedway Town Council member and former council president.
As a proud Purdue alumnus and longtime Speedway, Indiana, resident, Nick is an Indianapolis 500 expert and has firsthand knowledge about how Boilermakers help shape “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” every year.
This is also an extra special episode of “This Is Purdue” because host Kate Young is joined by a co-host: Trevor Peters, Purdue spokesperson and longtime Indy 500 fan and attendee. (If you’ve attended a Boilermaker football game in the past 10 years, you’ve probably heard Trevor emceeing!)
In this episode, you will:
- Learn more about what it’s like living in Speedway and how the town prepares to host the world’s largest single-day sporting event each May before the green flag drops
- Discover more about Purdue’s Indy 500 legacy, from alumni serving as race-day organizers and working as engineers in the pits at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, to students playing in the “All-American” Marching Band
- Find out why Speedway is the perfect town to host the Indy 500, from a strong legacy of tradition to its energetic downtown, especially ahead of its centennial celebration
- Hear more about Nick’s time as town council president and how he played a vital role in revitalizing economic growth and tourism, including helping to recruit motorsports manufacturing giant Dallara
- Learn more about his background as an Indiana state trooper and his current PhD studies in cybersecurity and forensics at Purdue, including how it enhances his various roles in Speedway
- Gain insights into Nick’s favorite Indy 500 memories, his tips for first-time racegoers and race-day predictions — and his bright hopes for the future of Speedway
You don’t want to miss this episode with a Purdue alum who’s helping to bring this popular spectacle to life for millions of fans worldwide!
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- “Purdue is a staple of the race.” 🚂 🏁 On the latest episode of #ThisIsPurdue, podcast co-hosts Kate Young and Trevor Peters sit down with Nick Sturgeon, @techpurdue alumnus and Speedway, Indiana, town council member. He explains why Purdue is such an intrinsic part of the #Indy500 and the pride he feels seeing Boilermakers on race day, from working as engineers in the @IndianapolisMotorSpeedway pits to playing in the @PurdueAAMB. He also discusses his time as president of the Speedway Town Council and his commitment to revitalizing the town’s economic growth and tourism, including recruiting the @DallaraExperienceHub and developing Main Street. And he breaks down his favorite race-day memories and what the town’s bright future holds ahead of its centennial celebration! Listen today: <link>
- When the green flag drops at the #Indy500, the energy at the @IndianapolisMotorSpeedway is always electric! 🏎️ ⚡️Nick Sturgeon — Speedway, Indiana, town council member and Boilermaker alum — tells #ThisIsPurdue listeners why they must attend in person at least once in their life to experience the full-throttle fun. What’s your favorite race-day memory? ⬇️ Check it out: <link>
- This year, Speedway, Indiana — home of the #Indy500 — is celebrating its 100th birthday! 🥳 And its residents take great pride in its legacy of tradition and hosting “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” Nick Sturgeon, Speedway local and @techpurdue alumnus, discusses why. Listen today: <link>
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- #Indy500 fans — the big race is just days away! And we’ve got a special #ThisIsPurdue episode for you. 🏎️ @nick-sturgeon-ms-a5108b77, @techpurdue alumnus and former Speedway, Indiana, town council president, sits down with podcast co-hosts @kate-young-podcast and @trevor-peters-4b199bb6, to discuss how the town prepares to host the world’s largest single-day sporting event every May and why this year is so unique with the town’s centennial. 🎉 He also speaks about his time with the @Indiana-State-Police and his current PhD studies in cybersecurity and forensics at Purdue, including how these key experiences have helped shape his leadership role in Speedway. And he dives into Purdue’s historic mark on the Indy 500 and why Purdue’s expansion in Indianapolis has been vital in cementing the Boilermaker legacy at the Brickyard. Listen now 🎧: <link>
- Fans from across the world travel to Speedway, Indiana, every May for the #Indy500. 🤩 🏎️ On the latest episode of #ThisIsPurdue, @nick-sturgeon-ms-a5108b77, @techpurdue alumnus and longtime Speedway resident, shares why it’s a must-see event. Listen to the full episode now: <link>
- Speedway, Indiana, and the @indianapolis-motor-speedway are historic. And fun fact: The host town of the #Indy500 is celebrating its centennial this year! 🎉 🏁 @nick-sturgeon-ms-a5108b77, Speedway Town Council member, unpacks what makes this place so beloved. Tune in to learn more: <link>
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- The #Indy500 is almost here! 🏎️ 🏁 On #ThisIsPurdue, podcast co-hosts Kate Young and @TrevorPeters__ are joined by @Sturgeon_NA, Speedway Town Council member. He shares how the host town gears up for “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” Listen: <link>
- he excitement for the #Indy500 is palpable! Can you feel it, race fans? 🏎️ 💨 On the new episode of #ThisIsPurdue, @Sturgeon_NA, Speedway, Indiana, town council member, explains why May is the host town’s time to shine. 🎧: <link>
- Speedway, Indiana, is an iconic place for #Indy500 fans worldwide — and its residents take great pride in this legacy. 🏁 🙌 #ThisIsPurdue co-host @TrevorPeters__ talks about this one-of-a-kind identity with town council member @Sturgeon_NA. <link>
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