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DRIVE with Jim Farley

DRIVE with Jim Farley

By: Ford Motor Company & Magnificent Noise
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Summary

 Ride shotgun with Ford CEO Jim Farley as he talks to some of his favorite people about what they drive and what drives them to succeed. New episodes released every Wednesday. Economics
Episodes
  • Bonus Episode: Jim Farley & Mike Rowe on the Essential Economy

    Bonus Episode: Jim Farley & Mike Rowe on the Essential Economy
    May 8 2026
    In this bonus episode of DRIVE, Ford CEO Jim Farley continues his conversation with Mike Rowe about the “essential economy” and why America is increasingly vulnerable due to shortages of construction, industrial, emergency services, and skilled trade workers. Rowe explains how COVID re-highlighted essential workers, how his MikeRoweWORKS foundation began amid the 2009 recession despite millions of open jobs, and why shortages become real to people only when repairs and services fail. Mike and Jim discuss the need to rebuild respect for skilled work through trade schools, scholarships, apprenticeships, and company-led training. 00:00 Leadership That Pivots 00:21 Why the Essential Economy Matters 01:26 America’s Skilled-Worker Vulnerability 04:11 The Skill Gap Nobody Saw 05:39 When Shortages Hit Home 11:09 Trade Schools 12:33 Brand Beyond Features 13:17 Future Proofing and AI 15:29 Manufacturing Jobs Gap 18:48 Teaching Hands On Skills 23:53 Let Customers Speak DRIVE with Jim Farley is produced by Jesse Baker and Eric Nuzum of Magnificent Noise. Our production staff includes Sabrina Farhi and Kristen Mueller with help from Lori Arpin, Angela Brewer, Max Owen-Dunow, Anne Roberts, Samantha Singhal, Darnell Macon, Brandon Kennedy, and Mark Truby. Follow Jim: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jim.Farley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimfarley98/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jimfarley98 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-farley/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jimfarley.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jimfarley98 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Mike Rowe on Authenticity, Dirty Jobs, and the Dignity of Hands-On Work

    Mike Rowe on Authenticity, Dirty Jobs, and the Dignity of Hands-On Work
    May 6 2026
    Jim Farley interviews Mike Rowe about why authenticity matters as more of life becomes “artificial,” and how his career shifted from imitation in voiceover to simply sounding like himself. Rowe recalls terrifying but invigorating “dirty jobs,” growing up on a small farm doing wood-cutting and chores, how a high school teacher helped him overcome a stammer through singing and acting, and how he entered the world of voiceover narration. Mike reflects on how Dirty Jobs crystalized his perspective on the dignity of work. 00:00 Authenticity in AI Age 04:11 Bridge Job Thrill 06:04 First Job Farm Chores 08:25 Finding His Voice 13:06 Being Real on Mic 15:30 Deadliest Catch 16:30 Dirty Jobs Pitch 17:35 Discovery Crab Boats 18:48 Danger 25:13 Sewer Segment Becomes Series 26:56 Likability Trust And Brands 29:16 Closing Dignity Of Work DRIVE with Jim Farley is produced by Jesse Baker and Eric Nuzum of Magnificent Noise. Our production staff includes Sabrina Farhi and Kristen Mueller with help from Lori Arpin, Angela Brewer, Max Owen-Dunow, Anne Roberts, Samantha Singhal, Darnell Macon, Brandon Kennedy, and Mark Truby. Follow Jim: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jim.Farley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimfarley98/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jimfarley98 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-farley/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jimfarley.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jimfarley98 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • Sir Chris Hoy on Resilience and Reinvention from Olympic Gold to Le Mans

    Sir Chris Hoy on Resilience and Reinvention from Olympic Gold to Le Mans
    Apr 29 2026
    Jim Farley talks with Sir Chris Hoy on DRIVE to discuss improvement through failure, resilience, and finding joy while adapting to change. Hoy traces his path from BMX—first inspired by the film E.T.—to six Olympic gold medals in track cycling. Hoy also describes his rapid transition into motorsport, progressing from track days to Radical racing and ultimately Le Mans. He then discusses his 2023 diagnosis of stage four prostate cancer, launching Scotland’s Tour de 4 charity ride to raise funds, change perceptions, and increase PSA testing awareness, while emphasizing living in the present. For more information on Tour de 4, visit: https://www.tourde4.com 00:11 Meet Sir Chris Hoy 00:47 The Knighthood Call 05:11 Cycling Recognition Boom 08:28 Finding Cycling Through BMX 15:04 From Bikes to Cars 16:38 First Rallycross Leap 19:17 Track Day Addiction 20:42 Caterham Kit Car Love 22:37 Fast Track To Le Mans 24:10 Training Like A Pro 26:59 Curiosity And Accountability 30:07 Resilience Over Limits 32:30 Cancer Diagnosis Shock 34:59 Tour De 4 Mission 42:35 Live In The Now 44:16 Closing DRIVE with Jim Farley is produced by Jesse Baker and Eric Nuzum of Magnificent Noise. Our production staff includes Sabrina Farhi and Kristen Mueller with help from Lori Arpin, Angela Brewer, Max Owen-Dunow, Anne Roberts, Samantha Singhal, Darnell Macon, Brandon Kennedy, and Mark Truby. Follow Jim: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jim.Farley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimfarley98/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jimfarley98 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-farley/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jimfarley.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jimfarley98 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    46 mins
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