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Joe Castello hosts Drag Racing interviews from the NHRA Camping World & Lucas Oil Series winners and news makers. Hang out and talk NASCAR with a community of listeners that love racing, car culture, sports, future tech, and more. WFO is lifestyle with NHRA, NASCAR, F1, and motorsports as the foundation.
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NHRA Congruity Pro Mod World Champion, J.R. Gray joins WFO Radio to discuss his 2025 NHRA championship campaign. J.R. will give the details of the pressure packed final race in Las Vegas that made him champion, and look ahead to 2026. Alan Reinhart returns to WFO for a holiday check in! He give the details of his trip to explore drag racing in Australia. What's up with the Cuda? We'll find out...on the final WFO of 2025.
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WFO Radio Ignition Holiday Extravaganza - Tune in to WFO Radio Ignition for an action-packed episode kicking off with a heartfelt retrospective on the storied career of NASCAR legend Greg Biffle, celebrating his triumphs, challenges, and lasting impact on the sport. Then, dive deep into the college football scene with expert analysis of the national championship showdown and a breakdown of the University of Miami Hurricanes' thrilling performance. Shift gears to the gridiron as we dissect this week's NFL matchups, highlighting key plays, player standouts, and predictions for the playoff push. Finally, relive the excitement of PRI 2025 with insider insights, highlights from the expo, and what's next for the racing industry. Don't miss this high-octane blend of motorsports, football, and more!
The boys are back with a full recap of one of the biggest weeks of the offseason as they break down everything that went down at the PRI Show. From surprise conversations on the show floor to industry buzz, sponsor talk, and plenty of drag racing chatter, it’s a packed episode you won’t want to miss.
Plus, with the holidays right around the corner, the crew shifts gears into a Christmas preview—sharing what’s on their wish lists, holiday plans, and how racers and teams are getting ready for the festive break before the new season fires up. It’s racing talk, offseason vibes, and a little Christmas spirit, all wrapped up in another fun episode of Life’s a Drag.
#NHRA #JohnForceRacing #JordanVandergriff
Jordan Vandergriff, fresh off the news that he will take over the wheel of the Cornwell Tools Funny Car that won consecutive NHRA Mission Foods World Championships joins the show. Vandergriff will share his plans for the 2026 season and the behind the scenes story of how he earned he most coveted seat in NHRA Drag Racing. Host, Joe Castello will debrief following the 2025 PRI Show, including the shocking news that Maple Grove Raceway is no longer on the NHRA tour, and the addition of U.S. 131 in Michigan to the schedule.
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The boys are back and gearing up for one of the biggest weeks in the motorsports world — the PRI Trade Show! In this episode, we break down everything we’re excited to see in Indy, from the latest go-fast parts and tech rumors to the teams making big moves behind the scenes. We talk shop, share our must-visit booths, and give you a sneak peek at the storylines that will shape the 2025 season. Whether you’re walking the show floor or following along from home, consider this your official PRI primer. Buckle up — it’s about to get busy.
WFO Radio previews the 2025 Performance Racing Industry Trade show at the Indianapolis Convention Center. Hot topics include the latest NHRA news and major announcements! It's going to be COLD, so let's heat things up before PRI! The Outlaw Snowbird Nationals in Bradenton, FL kicked off the DI Winter Series, Jason Harris took the win in the quickest 1/8 mile field, and the guys from Life's a Drag make an appearance before PRI.
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Fresh off the Abu Dhabi finale where Lando Norris claimed his first F1 world title and McLaren sealed the constructors’, the WFO crew fires up the mics for a no-brakes recap of the 2025 season finale. Then it’s straight to Bradenton: the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals delivered absolute chaos with the Pro Mod monsters throwing down 3.50s at 260+ mph under the Florida lights. Finally, we break down Gio's SportsCollision that left the drag racing world buzzing on F1 champagne one week and clutch dust and nitro flames the next – only on WFO Ignition.
This week on Life’s a Drag, the boys are back from their Thanksgiving break and ready to trade turkey stories for track talk. We’re kicking things off with a little holiday recap — who overate, who overslept, and who barely survived the family festivities.
Then it’s right back into the chaos of Silly Season, because the rumors haven’t slowed down and neither have we. Driver moves, team shakeups, surprise announcements… we’re breaking down all the madness as only we can.
Finally, we’re gearing up for the PRI Trade Show. From what we’re excited to see to who we’re hoping to run into, we’re previewing the biggest industry gathering of the year and everything it means for the season ahead.
Grab a plate of leftovers and tune in — it’s another packed episode of Life’s a Drag!
Dallas Glenn joins WFO Joe Castello for his NHRA Pro Stock World Championship interview. Dallas will discuss the road to his first Mission Foods Series World Championship including his strong playoff countdown performance. Dallas will give the details of his GESI G-Sport moment, and look ahead to his 2026 title defense in the 75th season of NHRA Drag Racing.
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The wildest motorsports party on the planet is back! Joe Castello fires up the mics with the full Patreon Crew for another high-octane WFO Ignition.
Gather ’round the table, drag racing family—it's our annual Friendsgiving episode! The boys are serving up laughs, stories, and plenty of pit-side chaos as they celebrate the season with their racing crew. From gratitude moments to garage-side gossip, it’s the perfect mix of holiday warmth and horsepower.
Plus, Silly Season is in full swing, and we’re breaking down all the latest moves, rumors, shocks, and shakeups across the pits. Who’s switching teams? Who’s landing major deals? And who’s stirring the pot just enough to keep things interesting? We’ve got it all on the menu.
Pull up a chair, grab a plate, and join us for a Friendsgiving feast only Life’s a Drag could deliver.
#nhra #dragracing #champion
Join WFO Radio host Joe Castello for an exclusive sit-down with the newly crowned 2025 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle World Champion, Philadelphia’s own Richard Gadson! Fresh off clinching his very first NHRA world title aboard the Vance & Hines Suzuki, the always-candid and fan-favorite Gadson breaks down the wild ride that was the 2025 season. From the dramatic Countdown battles and clutch holeshots to the emotional moment the championship was sealed in Pomona, Richard pulls no punches on the highs, the lows, and everything in between that finally delivered him the Wally he’s chased for years. What was the turning point? How big a role did the new Vance & Hines package play? And what did it feel like to bring the Pro Stock Motorcycle crown back to the legendary V&H team? Joe Castello gets the answers straight from the champ himself in this can’t-miss 2025 champion’s interview .Richard Gadson – 2025 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle World Champion
Only on WFO Radio!
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Joe Castello fires up the mics with Sue Morris, Matt in Australia, and Michael Hiner to break down:Austin Prock’s bombshell exit from John Force Racing – what’s next?
F1 Las Vegas GP: neon chaos, Verstappen mastery, and Sphere drama
NHRA Finals rain-out nightmare in Pomona – who really won the championship?
Plus: Aussie Supercars, EV drag tech, wild rumors, and your hot takes
Short, loud, and full-throttle – new episode out now on all platforms! #WFOIgnition
On this week’s episode of Life’s a Drag, the boys break down a wild World Finals weekend that had a little bit of everything. From frustrating rain delays that threw schedules into chaos to the on-track drama that decided championships, they’re recapping all the highs, lows, and unexpected twists from Pomona.
Then it’s off to Pechanga for the NHRA Awards Banquet, where the sport’s biggest names swapped fire suits for formal wear. The guys share behind-the-scenes stories, standout speeches, and all the moments that wrapped up an unforgettable season.
This week on Life’s a Drag, the boys are gearing up for the NHRA Finals in Pomona! They’ll break down the championship battles, the storylines to watch, and who they think will take home the big trophies. Plus, it’s almost time for Drag Racing Prom on Monday night — they’ll preview all the festivities, what to expect, and who’s bound to make a statement on and off the track. It’s the perfect mix of speed, style, and drag racing drama you won’t want to miss!
Join Joe Castello LIVE on WFO Radio NHRA Nitro for an electrifying preview of the 2025 NHRA In-N-Out Burger Finals – the explosive season finale of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series! Fresh from The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Joe brings you exclusive on-location interviews with the latest winners:
Brittany Force – Top Fuel victor and championship contender
Matt Hagan – Funny Car champ keeping the nitro flames roaring
Then, buckle up for a full-throttle deep dive into the historic In-N-Out Burger Dragstrip at Pomona, CA, where legends are crowned and the 2025 Countdown Playoffs reach their thunderous climax.
Special guest Josh Hachat, NHRA Director of Communications, joins the show to unpack:
The most dramatic storylines of the 2025 season
Key battles in all four pro classes
What’s at stake in the final race for the world championships
From nitro burnouts to championship clinchers – if it’s happening at Pomona, WFO Radio has it covered.
Don’t miss the final WFO Nitro race preview of 2025 – streaming LIVE!
This week on Life’s a Drag, the boys are back from Vegas and breaking down all the action! From the wild weekend at the Vegas race to the chaos of SEMA, they’ve got every bit of silly season gossip covered. And joining the crew is the Godfather himself, Joe Castello, to share his insider take on what really went down in Sin City. Buckle up — this episode’s got horsepower, hot takes, and a whole lot of laughs.
Buckle up, gearheads—it's time to fire up the mics for another nitro-fueled episode of WFO Ignition, the worldwide motorsports pow-wow hosted by the unmistakable voice of NHRA drag racing, Joe Castello! Fresh off a weekend that packed more drama than a last-lap restart at Phoenix, Joe and the unstoppable Ignition crew—Sue Morris, and Matt in Australia—tear into the highs, crashes, and heartbreaks from the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Championship and the thunderous Dodge NHRA Nevada Nationals in Vegas. First in the crosshairs: NASCAR's epic season finale at Phoenix Raceway, where Kyle Larson etched his name deeper into the history books with his second Cup Series title. The No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevy charged through chaos, holding off a charging Denny Hamlin in overtime to finish third and seal the deal—proving once again why Larson's the total package. But it was Ryan Blaney stealing the show with the race win, while William Byron's wall-smashing heartbreak and Chase Briscoe's valiant run left the Championship 4 field littered with what-ifs. The crew debates Larson's dominance, Hamlin's tire strategy gone wrong, and what this means for 2026—plus, a deep dive on Hendrick's record 15th title and the off-season shake-ups ahead. Then, shifting gears to the neon glow of The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, where the NHRA Nevada Nationals delivered wheelstanding glory and record-shattering ETs. As the penultimate nitro blast of the season, the action was pure fire: Brittany Force's Top Fuel win, Matt Hagan's Funny Car precision, and Dallas Glenn's Pro Stock mastery keeping the points chase white-hot heading into the Pomona finale. Joe, straight from the announcing booth, spills exclusive nuggets on the side-by-side showdowns, the Mission Foods countdown drama, and bold predictions for who'll hoist the Wally in the season-ender. Expect unfiltered takes on the nitro flameouts, Pro Mod madness, and why Vegas always saves its wildest cards for last. From F1's global sprint to IndyCar's oval assaults, the Ignition squad doesn't miss a beat—tossing in WFO Fantasy updates, Troy's Big Money Minute, and enough bench-racing banter to fuel your commute. No scripts, no BS, just raw passion for everything that goes fast. Download now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you rev your engine—because in the WFO Universe, the checkered flag waits for no one. WFO!
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Top Fuel championship contender Justin Ashley joins WFO Radio before the penultimate race of the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Series season. Justin will give the details of the crew chief changes at his SCAG Top Fuel team following the departure of Mike Green and the addition of Jason McCulloch. Mike Stavrinos joins WFO to preview the final race of the Congruity Pro Modified Series season. The road to NHRA Championships drives through Las Vegas and the Dodge Las Vegas Nationals.
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