Goin' In Tight, Comin' Out Loose

In this episode we sit down with YouTuber and Creator of Out of the Groove, Eric Estepp. From growing up in Texas and making videos in his car to partnering with AE Engine and starting the OOTG Podcast Network. One of the faces of NASCAR fans on a national scale, you won't want to miss this! Also in the episode: Notable News - Gragson/Hemric, Atlanta Motor Speedway and more.... Fantasy Forecast - Inaugural Bristol Dirt

In this episode we sit down with Steve Swift, Senior Vice President of Operations and Development at Speedway Motorsports, Inc. He gives us anything and everything we need to know about how dirt on Bristol came to be. We also talk Kentucky Speedway, Nashville Fairgrounds, and North Wilkesboro and their possible returns to the NASCAR schedule. Also in this episode: NASCAR Dirt Racing - True or False Notable News from the week Fantasy Forecast - Atlanta Motor Speedway

Over the next few weeks we will be sitting down with members of the cast and crew of the NETFLIX Series The Crew for a behind the scenes look at the production and the personalities that make up the show This week we kick things off with Director, Andy Fickman, and Creator/Writer/Producer, Jeff Lowell. Andy is know for his work on Kevin Can Wait, Anaconda, The Game Plan, and Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2. Jeff's work can be seen on shows like Two and a Half Men, The Ranch and in the movie John Tucker Must Die. We talk: How the idea of The Crew came to be Working with Kevin James NASCAR Fandom Ryan Blaney a natural actor? Coming up next we sit down with Jillian Mueller (Catherine) and Freddie Stroma (Jake).

Toni Breidinger joined us on the show this week. As one of the young women making waves in NASCAR we wanted to hear her story and learn more about her passion for racing. She started in Sonoma, California racing karts and hasn't looked back since. She is the winningest female in the USAC division notching 19 wins and is the first Arab-American in NASCAR...and from what we can tell, she isn't done breaking down barriers yet. We also discuss the issue of age in NASCAR's top series, we look at the current freeze on car updates and how it is impacting racing in 2021, and we have true or false and the Fantasy Forecast for Las Vegas.

This week Naval Officer, Jesse Iwuji, joins the show to discuss his unique career path. From honing his skills on the football field and joining the team at the Naval Academy, his time in active duty, all the way to developing his passion for racing and being a part of driving diversity in NASCAR. You won't want to miss this inspiring story riddled with advice and encouragement for anyone striving to reach their goals. Also in this episode Daytona Road Course Review Looking ahead to Homestead-Miami Speedway True or False - NASCAR Diversity: Black History Month Fantasy Forecast: Homestead

In this episode we review the NASCAR Daytona 500. Taking you from the first green flag, through a 6 hour rain delay, to a stellar crash on the final lap of the race. The #GITCOL team analysis follows with a focus on the flawed charter system and how NASCAR might go about fixing it. We also pay tribute to Dale Earnhardt, Sr. and his legacy by rehashing some of his achievements in a game of True or False. Lastly, we take a look ahead to the Daytona Road Course and dole out some fantasy advice to those who may not have had good fortunes during the Daytona 500.

In this episode we bring the third installment of NASCAR Storied. Turning of the Tides focuses on 2 prominent racing families and their impact on NASCAR, its popularity, and how the future will be shaped for the next generation of fans. We also welcome S1apSh0es to the show and talk YouTube, NASCAR fandom, how we think the sport is doing, and advice for other people looking to make it on YouTube. NASCAR is also back! We review the #BuschClash and we also look ahead at the upcoming Daytona 500 - Bart gives us the Fantasy Forecast!

Mario Andretti joins the show to talk an illustrious career in Auto Racing. We dive into the mentality, lifestyle, family, and advice that spurred Mario to be the Daytona 500, Indianapolis 500, 4x IndyCar Champ, F1 World Champion and Driver of the 20th Century (to name a few) that we all know today. It began humbly in Italy, flourished through hard work and perseverance, and left a lasting impression for generations of motorsports enthusiasts. This episode is dedicated to Mario's twin brother Aldo Andretti (1940-2020), his nephew John Andretti (1963-2020), his sister Anna Maria Andretti Burley (1934-2018), and his loving wife Dee Ann Andretti (1961-2018), in addition to the entire Andretti family for their contributions to the world of auto racing.

Andy Papathanassiou joined the show this week to talk pit stops, Over The Wall Thinking, and shared a few stories from his illustrious NASCAR career that spanned 28+ years. His accomplishments include revolutionizing the pit stop, 16 cup series championships, 250 cup series wins, and a hillside of bushes at Hendrick Motorsports that still flourish to this day! From racing to business this episode will not disappoint. Bart also obliterates Chris's hot true/false streak and you get caught up on notable news. Someone please give Tony Stewart and call!!!!

Clay Rogers, born in Kannapolis and moved to Mooresville as a boy, is one of the few people in racing who you will find originated from the area. He sat down in a go-kart and hasn't stepped away from racing since. Winning 5 Championships in the Pro Cup Series and securing a win at the enviable Snowball Derby in 2006, Clay left his mark on the sport as a driver. Since running around with Rodney Childers and a stint in Matt Kenseth's old ride, he has settled into his spot helping young drivers make their NASCAR dreams come true. Working at DGR Racing and developing the next generation, Clay Rogers is a homegrown champion passing on a legacy of success to keep the sport we know and love alive. In the episode we also bring back name that driver, and we give a rundown of notable news that has come through over the past week.

Ever wondered how the Super Bowl of racing came to be known as such? In this episode Bart takes us to the beach - Daytona Beach that is. Where racing on hard packed sand led to the most talented drivers from around the world defying the laws of speed and pushing cars to the limit. We also sit down with Senior Vice President & Co-Owner of Wood Brothers Racing, Jon Wood. We discuss his racing career and we dive into the history of one of the most storied racing teams in Motorsports. Oh, and you will have lawn-mower envy by the end of the episode.

In our first episode back for season 2 we sit down with FOX Sports NASCAR Reporter, Bob Pockrass. Bob is one of the most tenured and respected journalists in the sport. Every day, and twice on Sundays, we hear from Bob about the sport we love. In this interview we learn about the man behind the reporting. We talk a wide variety of topics: advice for aspiring journalists, what Bob does in his free time, the lengths he will go to in order to find a story, what he would do to "fix" NASCAR, and we find out whether he is a single lug nut or a 5 lug nut guy. 

In this episode we debut "NASCAR Storied". This will be a series where we delve into the history, topics, and people that have made NASCAR what it is today. Throughout the season we will highlight different things. In this inaugural episode we discuss the business of moonshine and how without it, we would have NASCAR as we know it today. We also give some updates on offseason news. Chris is having a baby, and Bart finally has his house back.

What a season! COVID-19 changed the landscape of NASCAR. We saw weekday racing, double headers, new tracks for the all-star race...almost everything was unprecedented. In this final episode of the NASCAR season we take a look back on our favorite parts of the racing season, we reflect on the relationships we have built and the fun we have had doing this podcast, and we take a look at 2021 and what the future holds for NASCAR and the podcast. We thank you all for listening!

This weekend we head to Phoenix Raceway in Maricopa County, Arizona for the Championship races across the three major NASCAR Series. This week we break down who is competing for a championship in the Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series, Xfinity Series, and Cup Series and make our picks for the victor. We also take a look at the playoff format and why we think this year and Kevin Harvick's massive backslide is an anomaly. As always we bring you True or False - this week a Final Four edition.