We kick of this episode with some of our favorite moments of the weekly podcast. While we miss talking to you all every week about NASCAR and racing, we have had a blast getting back to normal after the pandemic. With such changes, that means we will be hitting the track and seeing you in person. Strap in for each of our top 3 moments from the podcast with some clips back to old interviews and make sure you stay on until the end. There is a giveaway announcement you will not want to miss!!!! Als...
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 41
In our final full episode of the podcast we discuss the notable news from the week - how the #48s performed, Jen Jo Cobb's denial, and the Russell v. Bottas incident - and we have an Alabama Racing History themed true or false. We also have the final Fantasy Forecast to hep you get ready for the race this weekend at Talladega!
Apr 21, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 40
In this episode Bart and Chris discuss notable news in the sport. Steve Swift dropped a hint about a possible North Wilkesboro Speedway comeback and it was further confirmed by Marcus Smith on the Dale Jr. Download Podcast. The guys discuss what they would like to see from a revamped NWS, and much more! Also in this episode: Richmond Fantasy Advice Name That Driver
Apr 14, 2021•52 min•Season 2Ep. 39
In this episode we sit down with our final group from the cast of The Crew on Netflix. Freddie Stroma and Jillian Mueller join the show to discuss their path to the roles of Jake and Catherine, what it was like working with Kevin James and Ryan Blaney, and we dip into some of their other career accomplishments as well. Also in this episode: Martinsville Fantasy Advice Wrap-up from our time with the cast and crew of The Crew How we are handling the off-week...
Apr 07, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 38
In this episode we sit down with Dan Ahdoot (Amir) and Gary Anthony Williams (Chuck) of the NETFLIX series The Crew . Their backgrounds are in standup and improv and with vomiting babies, murder geese, Mario Andretti impersonations, and plenty of mildly offensive but ridiculously humor abounding...you will not cease to be entertained. Also in this episode: Bristol Motor Speedway: Dirt Recap Looking ahead to Bristol dirt 2022 Positives and negatives of dirt and the schedule change Money keeps NAS...
Mar 31, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 37
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
Mar 24, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 36
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
Mar 17, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 35
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 M...
Mar 10, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 34
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 ...
Mar 03, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 33
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-Mi...
Feb 24, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 32
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 t...
Feb 17, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 31
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 -...
Feb 10, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 30
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 Al...
Feb 02, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 29
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 n...
Jan 27, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 28
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 mak...
Jan 20, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 27
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 yo...
Jan 13, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 26
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 f...
Jan 06, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 25
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.
Dec 16, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 24
We have been talking all season about how the landscape and culture of NASCAR have been changing. The drivers and the executive team have been working to make diversity and inclusion a priority. We had the pleasure of sitting down with @NASCARSammy who is reshaping the way that Autism is viewed in the NASCAR community and around the world! It is our honor to help spread his message of #AutismAwareness and #AutismAcceptance. There are no bells and whistles this episode - just a great conversation...
Nov 20, 2020•10 min•Ep. 23
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!
Nov 11, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 22
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....
Nov 04, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 21
We waited 72+ hours to race at Texas due to the #GreatMistof2020. What did we learn from a LOOOONG week of racing? We still don't like 500 mile races at 1.5 mile tracks. True or False this week is tire (tyre) themed! Tires play a huge role, especially when things get a little moist. We finish things out with NASCAR Fantasy advice, the NASCAR Cup Series Playoff picture, and what we have to look forward to at the cutoff race at Martinsville Speedway.
Oct 30, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 20
This week we switch things up and take a deep dive into all the #SillySeason news from the past 2 weeks. We dive into news on the 48, 88, 43, 14 and discuss Trucks, Xfinity, and possible charters opening up in 2022. We also take a look at mental health and why Jim Utter is no longer a valuable piece of moving NASCAR forward. Bart gives us NASCAR fantasy advice for Texas Motor Speedway! Make sure you head over to Instagram and Twitter and enter the Episode 19 giveaway!
Oct 21, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Talladega gave us plenty more than we expected. In some instances, it gave us more than we asked for. The caution filled YellaWood 500 ended with a photo finish and NASCAR dancing through the subjectivity of the double yellow line pass rule. They penalized, un-penalized, and re-penalized drivers, all within a matter of 30 minutes of the checkered flag waving. SO... what is the double yellow line there for? When did the pass rule come into play? After this long, is it still necessary? We break it...
Oct 06, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Kyle Weatherman is a NASCAR driver first and an engineer second. He splits his time between preparing his mind for racing and preparing both Xfinity and Cup series cars for their battle on the track. He truly is building his success from the ground level. He started racing at 8 years old and and hasn't stopped climbing since. Tune in to listen to Kyle talk about everything from living and sprucing up one of Carl Edwards' houses, to making his cup debut at Martinsville Speedway. We have a Tallade...
Oct 01, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 17
A dream always starts somewhere. For many it starts by visiting or racing at their local speedway. We sat down with Bob Sargent, President of Track Enterprises to better understand what it take to run and operate a grassroots track. We also get a little insight into how COVID-19 has impacted the grassroots circuit and get an inside look at the business model of operating tracks like Macon Speedway, Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, and more. In honor of our guest, True or False this week is center...
Sep 23, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 16
When you buy a Diecast car your significant other probably sees you collecting toy cars. To guys like us and Howard Hitchock, CEO of Lionel Racing, it is much more. In this episode we sit down with Howard and discuss the business of racing collectibles, what makes NASCAR specifically so collectible, and hear some cool stories from his time in the business. As always you will hear us #RantandRave about this weekend's racing at Richmond Raceway. Bart is back from his vacation so we get right back ...
Sep 16, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Chris is flying solo this week while Bart is out exploring the wild wild west! Chris takes a look back at a wacky throwback weekend from Darlington Raceway and the Cook Out Southern 500. What is this nonsense with fans going at each other's throats over competitive driving? We say we want the "old days" back, yet when we get the pushing, shoving, bumping, and rubbing everyone has fit! Listen in for this week's rant! Since Bart is away Chris gives you Five Fast Facts about NASCAR history, Darling...
Sep 09, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 14
NASCAR has over 30 sanctioned racing series. But one of the most coveted was the non-sanctioned International Race of Champions (IROC). In this episode we investigate why the IROC series went away, why people were drawn to it, and if/should it come back. We also take a brief look at Tony Stewart and Ray Evernham's new SRX short track series. As always we rant and rave about the previous race; this week that happened to be the wild and crazy regular season finale at Daytona International Speedway...
Sep 03, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 13
The regular season champion has been crowned in Kevin Harvick and we at Goin' In Tight, Comin' Out Loose are hyped about the final race of the regular season! But before we jump into that, we had to talk about NASCAR Diecasts and collections. One of the most collectible sports on the planed with the unique paint schemes and a plethora of memorabilia; tune in this week to hear us discuss some of the most expensive diecasts on the market, the biggest collections, and our recent trip to JP's NASCAR...
Aug 26, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 12
