Best Brian Lohnes Podcasts (2025)

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7.21 An Epping Recap, JR Todd, and A Look Forward To Bristol 43:59

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, JR Todd joins host Brian Lohnes to talk about his big victory in Epping, New Hampshire and how it all came together. The conversation with Todd follows a recap of the action from the New England Nationals which was historic by any measure. Also included in this episode is a look fo…

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The Man Who Made Garlits: Setto Postoian and Drag Racing's First Top Fuel Rivalry 37:06

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He's a man who have likely never heard of, Serop "Setto" Postoian, an early top fuel master who helped to make Don Garlits. Postoian was among the earliest stars in a young sport. Motivated, fearless, and every bit the match for the man who would eventually become known as the greatest drag racer of all time. The rivalry between Garlits and Postoia…

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Ludicrous Speed: The Racing and Land Speed Record Tractors of the 1930s 14:58

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This is a look back, 90+ years back into the history of speed to check out the exploits and impact of the amazing racing tractors created by the Allis-Chalmers company in the 1930s that literally changed the world by racing and chasing land speed records. These were the first tractors with rubber inflatable tires and that changed the farming game a…

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Harnessing Hell: A History Of Top Fuel Clutch Technology 1950-1970 35:15

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This is the story of how early drag racers developed the clutch technology that has ultimately lead to the engineering wonders in today's 11,000hp top fuel dragsters and nitro funny cars. It is the story of experimentation, of failure, of accidents, and of success. The development of the multi-disc, centrifugally controlled clutch was incremental i…

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The Livermore Brothers: A Legacy in Hot Rods on The Strange Motion Way 1:53:35

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim Strange welcome the Livermore brothers, Dean and Darrell from Hot Rods by Dean. The conversation explores their early influences in the automotive world, their journey into car building, and the importance of mentorship and community in the industry. They share stories about their first c…

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7.20 The NHRA Heads To New England And The Insiders Give You The Scoop 1:02:12

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, Kevin McKenna of National Dragster and Tony Pedregon of the NHRAonFOX join Brian Lohnes to talk about the excitement of Chicago and how that will translate into the action at New England Dragway in Epping, New Hampshire this weekend. The New England Nationals are always a unique event each…

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From Chicken Suits to Custom Cars: The Scott Mugford Story 1:47:29

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In this engaging conversation, Scott Mugford shares his journey from a young car enthusiast in Sacramento to the owner of Blue Collar Customs. He discusses his early influences, including local legends and his love for skateboarding and BMX, which shaped his passion for cars. Scott recounts his experiences in high school, including working in his m…

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7.19 Breaking Down The Great Chicago Dust Up of 2025 1:03:52

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Jack Beckman the Funny Car winner from the Gerber Collision and Glass Rt 66 Nationals presented by Peak as well as Chicagoland's favorite Top Fuel son, T.J. Zizzo. The two guys take us deep inside a race weekend that will long live in the lore of NHRA…

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Revving Up for Battle in Bama with The Strange Motion Way! 1:07:15

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Craig Rowley to discuss the upcoming Battle in Bama event at Talladega Super Speedway. Craig shares his journey in the automotive world, from his early days in truck enthusiasm to his transition into event planning. The conversation highlights the growth of the …

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7.18 Blowin' Hot Air About The Windy City: The Insiders Talk Rt 66 Nationals! 55:12

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna join Brian Lohnes to talk all things about the Gerber Collision and Glass Rt 66 Nationals presented by Peak Performance. The guys go over each class of competition, talk about the teams that are struggling and those that are on the rise. The weekend …

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War For The Woods: The Incredible Effort To Save New England's Forests After The Hurricane of 1938 34:17

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When the Hurricane of 1938 struck New England, it was a disaster of proportions unknown to the region at that point. No storm in modern history had wrought more destruction or devastation than that one. Beyond the cities and towns, past the population centers, there was another looming nightmare...the forests. Nearly 1,000 square miles of New Engla…

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The Malcontent: Scotty Fenn's Self-Destruction In Drag Racing 48:13

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There are few stories in the history of drag racing that can compare to that of Alfred Gordon Fenn, known as Scotty. He was a visionary and created the first commercial dragster chassis business in the world circa 1958, but his life story goes far, far beyond that. For the first time ever, learn the back story, learn the success story, his precipit…

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The Buffum V8: America's Long Ago Forgotten First V8 Powered Production Car 14:24

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He was a man with dozens of patents to his name, the designer of the first four cylinder car in America, the first eight cylinder car, and the first V-8 production car, but have you ever heard of him? The answer is no. H.H. Buffum was a genius engineer of the late 1800s and early 1900s. He made a fortune making equipment for the shoe manufacturing …

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The Strange Motion Way sits down with Jonathan Goolsby. 2:04:54

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In this episode, Tim and Carrie Strange interview Jonathan Goolsby, a prominent figure in the hot rod and custom car industry. Goolsby shares his journey from childhood influences in racing and BMX to establishing Goolsby Customs. He discusses the impact of the Fast and Furious franchise on car culture, his experiences in body shops, and the evolut…

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7.17 The Two Hottest Drivers In Four-Wide - Prock and Glenn Talk Winning Back to Back 54:33

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Austin Prock and Dallas Glenn join host Brian Lohnes to talk about leading the points in their respective categories, winning back to back four-wide races, and their outlook for the rest of the season. Prock is the first guess and in this conversation he talks about the evolution o…

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Tim and Carrie recap LS Fest West and Goodguys Spring Texas 34:47

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange recap their recent experiences at automotive events, including LS Fest West and the GoodGuys event in Texas. They discuss the highlights of each event, including record attendance, competition results, and the unique aspects of the automotive community. The conversation…

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7.16 Shawn Langdon and Matt Smith Conquered Charlotte And Tell Us How 55:56

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster Shawn Langdon and Matt Smith join host Brian Lohnes to deep dive into their victories at the American Rebel Light Four-Wide Nationals. For Shawn Langdon it wasn't just the second win of his season, it was winning the 1,000th Top Fuel race ever held that has set it apart in his alrea…

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Ken Posies Fenical or "Dutch" sits down with The Strange Motion Way. 1:32:00

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, Tim Strange interviews Ken Fenical, also known as Posie, a renowned figure in the hot rodding community. They discuss Ken's early influences, his journey from pinstriping to building iconic hot rods, and the impact of magazine features on his career. Ken shares insights into his controversial desig…

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7.15 Talking All Things Four Wide at zMax Dragway With The Insiders 59:34

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna join the show to talk about all things Las Vegas and Charlotte Four Wide. The teams that made an impression in Vegas, the impact of Tony Stewart's victory, which teams need to make a stand at Charlotte and which ones are in the driver's seat. There's…

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The Kid on the Carpet: Brian Lohnes' Drag Racing Story on The Strange Motion Way 1:58:05

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Wave podcast, host Tim Strange and co-host Carrie Strange welcome Brian Lohnes, a prominent figure in the drag racing community. Brian shares his journey from being a passionate drag racing fan to becoming a well-known announcer and co-founder of Bang Shift. The conversation covers his early influences, experie…

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7.14 Neal Strausbaugh Breaks Down Tony Stewart's Incredible Win 53:53

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Crew Chief Neal Strausbaugh joins host Brian Lohnes to give an in-depth breakdown of how he and his team were able to provide Tony Stewart a race car capable enough to win one in Las Vegas. A race rife with challenges, plot twists, and downright curveballs, Neal's take on how the team did it is fascinating. Strau…

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Larry Erickson, a renowned automotive designer on The Strange Motion Way 2:42:34

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In this episode, Tim and Carrie Strange interview Larry Erickson, a renowned automotive designer known for his work on iconic custom cars like Cadzilla and Illumacoop. Larry shares his journey from childhood influences in car culture to his education at the Art Center College of Design, and his experiences at General Motors and Ford. He discusses t…

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7.13 Preparing to Roll The Dice in Las Vegas With the Insiders! 1:06:53

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On this pre-NHRA Las Vegas 4-Wide Nationals NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna of National Dragster to talk all things Las Vegas. From the PlayNHRA gaming odds to the teams that may be best equipped to deal with a very hot race track, the guys go in-depth on a multitude of topics in e…

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Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Will Posey, from Big Oak Garage 1:57:36

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Will Posey, a prominent figure in the hot rod community. Will shares his journey from growing up around cars to becoming a successful builder at Big Oak Garage. He discusses his early influences, education at McPherson College, and experiences working at various…

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7.12 Wilkerson and Millican Spill The Beans On A Wild Winternationals 1:01:00

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It was an amazing weekend at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Drag Strip for the 2025 Lucas Oil Winternationals. The stories from every aspect of the race were amazing. From Bob Tasca III not qualifying to the continued dominance of KB/Titan Racing in Pro Stock, but the nitro racing action was off the charts. Daniel Wilkerson clawed his way to a Funny Car fi…

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Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Tyler Speer, a four-time nitro boat drag race champion and ARCA racer. 1:58:46

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Tyler Speer, a four-time nitro boat drag race champion and ARCA racer. The conversation explores Tyler's early life, family influences in racing, his transition from go-karts to cars, and his experiences in various racing series, including the Allison Legacy Ser…

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7.11 Freiburger, McKenna, and Lohnes Talk Phoenix and Preview The Winternats! 1:06:42

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, David Freiburger and Kevin McKenna join host Brian Lohnes to talk about an incredible weekend in Phoenix and the looming Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals. Whether it was the bizarre Pro Stock final round, the emotional Funny Car victory of Paul Lee, or the domination of the team Kali…

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Tim and Carrie Strange interview Tom Vogele, a prominent figure in the street rodding community. 2:59:50

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In this episode, Tim and Carrie Strange interview Tom Vogele, a prominent figure in the street rodding community. Tom shares his journey from a small town in Montana to becoming an influential editor and car builder. He discusses his early experiences with cars, his career beginnings, and his time working with notable figures like Boyd Coddington a…

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7.10 Hight Retires, Tasca Makes Waves, and The Insiders Talk About It All 1:01:45

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna join host Brian Lohnes for a rip-roaring conversation that covers a lot of ground in the world of NHRA drag racing. The group talks a lot about Gainesville, what was learned and maybe what is yet to be learned from premier teams in 2025, they talk ab…

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One Year with the Stranges and not slowing down - The Strange Motion Way Podcast 1:07:18

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In this one-year anniversary episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange reflect on their journey, the diverse guests they've interviewed, and the vibrant car culture they celebrate. They discuss their favorite car shows, the importance of storytelling in the automotive community, and the impact of their guests on their …

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7.9 A Chief and A Champ - Antron Brown and Dean Marinis Talk Gainesville Victory 56:49

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It was a weekend that challenged drag racers in every way possible and on this episdoe of the NHRA Insider podcast, host Brian Lohnes has winning Funny Car co-crew chief Dean Marinis and Top Fuel winner Antron Brown on to talk about it all. From the weather, to the power outages, the broken parts, and a race track that was as challenging as any Sun…

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Steve Anderson - a veteran journalist and photographer in the automotive industry on The Strange Motion Way 2:54:23

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Away podcast, host Tim Strange interviews Steve Anderson, a veteran journalist and photographer in the automotive industry. They discuss Steve's journey into the world of hot rods, his early influences, and his experiences with legendary drivers. The conversation also delves into the evolution of automotive jou…

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7.8 The Insiders Talk All Things Amalie Oil Gatornationals 1:02:40

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Kevin McKenna of National Dragster and Tony Pedregon of the NHRAonFOX join Brian Lohnes to give a comprehensive look at the upcoming Amalie Oil Gatornationals this weekend. The race has loads of storylines in all categories and these guys break into loads of them systematically. Wh…

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Fletcher Dragge, guitarist of the punk rock band Pennywise. 1:36:41

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Fletcher Dragge, guitarist of the punk rock band Pennywise. The conversation explores Fletcher's early life as a troublemaker, his introduction to punk rock, and the formation of Pennywise. They discuss the challenges of balancing work and music, family support,…

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7.7 All The Pre-2025 Gatornationals News You Need, Breaking, Results, and More 42:00

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On this monologue style episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes takes you though a plethora of news developments that happened over the last week. From results at the Division 2 and 7 season opening races in Orlando and Phoenix to an update from the NHRAonFOX pre-season meetings, driver announcements, Gainesvil…

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BMX Summer Olympian Corben Sharrah sits down with Tim and Carrie from The Strange Motion Way Podcast 2:04:55

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, host Tim and Carrie Strange interview two-time Olympian Corben Sharrah, who shares his journey from a young BMX enthusiast to a professional racer. Corben discusses his early influences, the BMX scene in Tucson, and the importance of family support in his racing career. He reflects on his transitio…

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7.6 Top Fuel Success With Shawn Reed and Inside Pro Mod With Debbie O'Rourke 52:16

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Powered by Speedmaster, Debbie O'Rourke, the series manager of the NHRA Congruity Pro Mod Series and Top Fuel team owner and driver Shawn Reed join host Brian Lohnes to explore a load of different topics. O'Rourke talks about the growth the work of the Pro Mod class over the last several years, initiatives that h…

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LINE LOCKED EP 32 - 2024 Race Season RECAP 1:01:42

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Send us a text We are back! After a small break, Line Locked is back for the 2025 race season. In this episode we talk about our 2024 race season and the struggles we had.By Line Locked

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The Strange Motion Way goes to New Zealand with Greg Stokes 2:01:44

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We know the audio is off from the Video and we apologize - The information is to good to not put out - Please bare with us! In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, host Tim Strange and co-host Carrie Strange welcome Greg Stokes from New Zealand, a passionate hot rodder with a rich history in the automotive culture. They discuss Greg's jo…

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7.5 The Rubber Hits The Road and the Insiders Break It Down 56:50

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna join host Brian Lohnes to talk about a really busy and exciting week of news in drag racing. From Sean Bellemeur's incredible A/Fuel Funny Car runs in Gainesville to the winners and high performers in Bradenton, Florida, the picture of the 2025 season is sta…

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The Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange interview Bob Larivee, a legendary figure in the automotive world. 1:52:33

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange interview Bob Larivee, a legendary figure in the automotive world. Bob shares his journey from a sign painter to a key player in the car show industry, including his role in the Autorama and the International Show Car Association (ISCA). He discusses the evolution of ca…

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7.4 The Insiders Talk About the Importance of Pre-Season Testing 35:16

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon joins host Brian Lohnes to talk about the importance of pre-season testing and how every team does it a little bit differently. With the majority of NHRA teams headed to Florida this week, the guys thought it would be a good exercise to take you inside the way teams v…

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The Strange Motion Way with John Robinson 2:34:50

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, host Tim and Carrie Strange interviews John Robinson, a second-generation hot rodder. They discuss John's upbringing in a hot rod family, his early experiences with cars, and the evolution of hot rod culture. John shares stories about iconic cars, nostalgia drags, and the impact of technology on th…

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7.3 Interesting Insider Rumors, Crew Chief Brian Husen Talks 2024 and 2025, More 33:52

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Top Fuel crew chief Brian Husen. The Brians chat about the 2024 season that was, lessons learned, things accomplished and how it sets the Kalitta Air team up for success in 2025. Husen shares some really great personal insights into what he learned an…

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Zane Cullen shares his journey in the hot rod industry in part 2 of The Strange Motion Way 1:25:44

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In this engaging conversation, Zane Cullen shares his journey in the hot rod industry, detailing his experiences with renowned artist Rod Powell, the challenges of building custom cars, and the significance of awards like the Trendsetter. The discussion highlights the evolution of car design, the importance of community support, and the joy of shar…

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Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Zane Cullen from Cotati Speed Shop 1:50:13

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Zane Cullen, a renowned figure in the automotive industry. Zane shares his journey from a childhood surrounded by cars to becoming a successful builder and restorer. He discusses his early influences, including his father's passion for automobiles and his experi…

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7.2 The Insiders Take A Cold Hard Look At The Off-Season 44:59

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna join host Brian Lohnes to talk all things off season. The trio get into the day to day shop routine of the teams, the leadership aspects necessary to succeed in this vital part of the year, and how the good teams can make themselves great. Following …

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The Strange Motion Way talks with Pro Street Legend Rocky Robertson 2:08:32

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange interview Rocky Robertson, a legendary figure in the Pro Street car scene. They discuss Rocky's early love for cars, his journey into drag racing, and the evolution of his career in the automotive industry. Rocky shares stories about his first car, the challenges of bui…

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7.1 Pulling Into The Pre-Stage Beam for the 2025 NHRA Season 58:58

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes takes a deep dive into a myriad of news, headlines, topics, rumors, and speculation for the 2025 season. After a holiday break, this show is designed to get you back into the right frame of mind to stay on top of all the stuff that is happening and is yet to come …

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In this episode of the Strange Motion Way podcast, hosts Tim and Carrie Strange welcome Ian Roussel, a renowned custom car builder and television personality. 1:19:12

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The conversation delves into Ian's early influences in car culture, his journey from the East Coast to the West Coast, and the evolution of his career in custom car building. Ian shares insights on the impact of social media and magazines on the automotive industry, his experiences with reality TV, and the challenges of building cars for television…