NASCAR icon Morgan Shepherd is a very special guest joining Trackside Tonite for this show. Morgan has been a NASCAR Nextel Cup driver since 1977. He has also raced in the Busch, and Craftsman Truck Series. He is a born again Christian who serves as a lay minister to the racing community. Shepherd became the second-oldest race winner (after Harry Gant) in 1993, when he won the spring race at Atlanta at the age of 51 years, 4 months, and 27 days. This interview was one of the most memorable of ho...
Mar 03, 2009
Jim Curry, promoter of the Modified Mini Stock 100 at Citrus County Speedway on April 11. All the details on the biggest mini stock race of 2009, for racers by racers.
Mar 02, 2009
David Rogers still has it, as evidenced by his convincing win in the Pete Orr Memorial 100. He talks with hosts Randy Dye and Billy Ausburn about winning the Championship in World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing at New Smyrna Speedway.
Feb 18, 2009
Chad Pierce talked with Rob and Jack and guest host Carol Wicks about winning the Pete Orr Sportsmanship Award, and what it means to him.
Feb 17, 2009
Promoter Ken Kinney discusses the coming second year for his United Dirt Late Model Challenge Series, Hendry County Motorsports Park and some of his ideas about the racing industry in Florida.
Feb 17, 2009
Paul Grenewicz - Figure 8 veteran headed to the big Florida Figure 8 Championship on 12-15 Feb
Feb 10, 2009
Tony Parker - New owner of Bronson Motor Speedway... in his first interview since taking over the track previously owned by Mike Cope.
Feb 09, 2009
Jimmy Sims has been president of the Florida Karting Association since 1989. THe FKA is the largest karting group in Florida, and recently opened their 2009 season at Jasper, Fl. Sims talked about the groups history and mor
Feb 09, 2009
Over 25 years of Figure 8 racing experience from Islip to Indy to Florida, Rodney is one of the most entertaining showman of figure 8 racing.
Jan 26, 2009
Figure 8 requires something a little special. John has IT!
Jan 26, 2009
Live from Ocala Speedway, Joe and Billy rock-n-roll through an hour and a half of nonstop action. Kenny Wallace, Steve Arpin, Tim Schaffer, Craig "The crowd pleaser" Dolansky, UMP Dirt Car President Sam Driggers, youngster David Gravil, Ocala co-owner Angie Clifton, announcer BJ Cavin and Mike Peter's mentor at Ocala Harvey Fink. WOW! That's right we missed one, Jeff Mathews, the racer the other guys are watching this weekend at Ocala as the track prepares for the first winternational All Star C...
Jan 26, 2009
Sam Rodriguez is no stranger to "diversity programs". The legendary sprint car driver helped his grandson Aric Amirola get all the way to the top rung of NASCAR. Sam owns a Kart racing track and helps develop talent and creates drivers for all forms of motorsports.
Jan 19, 2009
On the eve of the momentous inauguration of Barrack Obama and Martin Luther King Jr Holiday, IFR broaches a topic not talked about much on racing shows. Why so few African-American fans and drivers in short track racing? Irvin Canady, founder of African Americans in Motorsports (www.aaim1.com ) has a lifelong passion for racing, and works with others to inspire others to get involved with motorsports. This is a must listen interview for all promoters at any level of this sport.
Jan 19, 2009
Eddie VanMeter, known to many Florida fans for his late model racing, is known in the north and mid-west for his Figure 8 exploits. Eddie will be competing in the huge Figure 8 show at Auburndale Speedway on Feb 12-15. For more on this event: www.karnac.com
Jan 19, 2009
The big story unfolds on Real Racin USA of the joining of forces with Patrick Sheltra and Shannon Babb. The two share the spotlight on Dirt World with Joe Dirt and Billy the Kid. Dirt Late Model ace Shannon Babb has turned his focus to owning and operating his own team in 2009. The 34-year-old Moweaqua, Illinois native has driven for various car owners over the past decade, so the switch to car ownership will be a daunting task. However, the transition was made easier today with the announcement...
Jan 14, 2009
The weekly Florida Karting segment premiered with Dustin Chisholm reviewing his career in karting and news from the Florida karting scene, sponsored by the DeSoto Champ Kart Series.
Jan 12, 2009
Citrus County Speedway race car driver Richie Smith talks about his win in the January 3rd Modified race at the Inverness track. Richie is one of Florida most exciting stock car drivers.
Jan 12, 2009
Indianapolis Speedrome promoter Joel Cohen on the big World Figure 8 show coming to Auburndale in February. The best figure 8 drivers from around the U.S. come into Florida in February and tackle the 1/4 bullring of Auburndale Speedway.
Jan 12, 2009
The ever popular dirt racing offering from Real Racin USA, Dirt World with Joe Dirt and Billy the Kid, kicked off the new year in 2009 with a couple of late model stars. The driver of the Rusty Wallace Toyota sponsored dirt late model, Shannon Buckingham, was the featured guest on Wednesday night's show. Shannon is still buzzing over the big win in the NeSmith Chevy Dirt Late Model Series race at East Bay Raceway Park in December.
Jan 09, 2009
Kinser is ready to head "down under" and the Australian sprint car experience. He talks with Joe and Billy about the year, the future and racing in general.
Dec 17, 2008
Schrader talks about the year, his life as a race track owner, modified and late model racing. Ken joined the show from his home as friends from all over the country were arriving for his annual Christmas party.
Dec 17, 2008
Jason Howell, son of Edward Howell, finished 5th in the Charity Truck race and put on a whale of a show in only his second time behind the wheel of a Pro Truck. Jason won two National WKA Championships in 2008
Dec 08, 2008
Steve Darvalics, IFR's Pandora Jewelers Driver of the Month for December celebrates his big win in the Charity Truckers 200. $14,000 was raised by race fans to assist young Lacey Pate.
Dec 08, 2008
-David Rogers has his best finish in the Snowball since the late 1970s. He talks about the importance of good tech at race tracks and the Snowball Derby experience. Also A brand new type of late model has been unleashed by Rogers.
Dec 08, 2008
A commentary on the subject of respect, aimed at one promoter in particular.
Dec 08, 2008
Keith Butler talks about the Checkered Flag Sprint Series championship he won for 2008.
Dec 08, 2008
Jack Smith on the purchase of the Hendry County Speedway by the United Dirt Late Model Challenge Series and Ken Kinney. The south Florida Speedway was sold by Chris Ponsoldt this week to the UDLMCS .
Dec 03, 2008
2008 Governors Cup winner Wayne Anderson is interviewed, also Justin Drawdy winner of the CRA event at South Georgia Motorsports Park. Discussion of the CRA/Governors Cup and other scheduling fiascos. Trackside Tonite is heard every Monday night on Am 1150 in the Daytona area and archived on Real Racin USA.
Nov 24, 2008
A very rare interview with Robert Hart, owner of FASCAR, New Smyrna Speedway and Orlando Speedworld. In this hour long interview Robert Hart covers the "old days" the history of FASCAR , tackles the issues that confront race track owners today, and then gives fans a unique preview of the 2008 Florida Governors Cup.
Nov 17, 2008
Indy Car Racer, short track promoter and modified ace Davey Hamilton spends some quality radio time with hosts Rob Elting, Bill Green and Jack Smith talking about the new Indy Car Experience at Disney World, short track racing and Indy racing highlights. This is one you don't want to miss.
Nov 17, 2008
