Today on Past Gas, the Indy 500 of 1964. We’re giving you the whole story of the year they red flagged one of the most famous races in the world. What made it one of the most awful days in racing history? Who was to blame? And how did it effect the future of racing, in Indy and beyond? Light up your cigs and don’t buckle your seatbelt, ’cause your car doesn’t have one. It’s 1964 and we’re hitting the most famous oval in the world. Thanks to our sponsors: I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/pastgas.  Check out Indeed. Get started right now with a free $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/PASTGAS.  Let Sunday take the guesswork out of growing a greener, more beautiful lawn this Spring. Visit getsunday.com/PAST to get $20 off your custom lawn plan at checkout! So do yourself a favor and make sure you choose Valvoline. Head over to Valvoline.com/original to find the right oil for your engine. Get Honey for FREE at joinhoney.com/GAS. More about Show: Follow James on IG and Twitter @jamespumphrey  Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes  Follow Joe on IG and Twitter @joegweber Follow Donut @donutmedia, and subscribe to our Youtube and Facebook channels!   Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/PastGas. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/PastGas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices