Best OReilly Auto Podcasts (2025)

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Jeremy Clements: The Next Mayor of the O'Reilly Series! 54:14

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6d ago54:14

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Kenny Wallace is joined by Jeremy Clements, who will break his career starts record next season in the newly named O'Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2026. Learn about Clements' prestigious pedigree coming from a family of engine builders, and how he has stayed in the NASCAR game for this long despite a devastating hand injury that almost derailed his c…

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Racers are Racing and Lawyers are Talking 53:29

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It's the final episode of Herm & Schrader in 2025! Schrader goes to Volusia and is impressed. F1 is still racing, and Herm questions if NASCAR could learn something from the F1 schedule. The guys talk about 2 Turkey races and the upcoming Gateway Dirt Nationals. They also discuss the ramifications of the 23XI/Front Row Motorsports lawsuit against N…

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William Scogin: Why Clarksville Speedway Is Closing Down 59:47

20d ago59:47

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Kenny Wallace talks with William Scogin, the owner of Clarksville Speedway in Clarksville, Tennessee. Learn why the legendary race track is set to close down after Scogin received an offer he couldn't refuse. William gives Kenny an unfiltered perspective on what it's really like owning a track. These two dirt racing aficionados discuss the state of…

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NASCAR Drivers Flipping & Spinning & Spinning & Flipping 1:10:09

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It may be the off-season for NASCAR, but Herm and Schrader keep the racing talk going. This week, we find out that Schrader may be a hoarder and that Herm is serious about his car number. They discuss an amazing race weekend for Schrader and Herm, locking up not one but 2 championships. Two Hendrick drivers flipping and spinning on a dirt track in …

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Mark Martin: Unfiltered Opinions on NASCAR 1:00:51

1M ago1:00:51

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It’s a “Coffee With Kenny” that just kept going, so we turned it into a “Kenny Conversation.” NASCAR Hall of Famer Mark Martin and his son, Matt, drove their RV up from Arkansas to see good friend Kenny Wallace in his St. Louis race shop. A great discussion on the state of all things NASCAR ensued, and Kenny admits Mark was right all along about th…

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Rick Mast: Selling A Cow To Race In NASCAR 1:03:22

1M ago1:03:22

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This Kenny Conversation, originally airing 12/19/23, hits all the highlights between one of Kenny’s closest friends from his NASCAR days: the great Rick Mast. These two battled for years in the Busch Series and kept the rivalry going in Cup. Hear Rick's famous story about having to sell a cow to fund his racing career. While Rick won 9 Busch Series…

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Champions Crowned: Hamlin Heartbreak, Jesse Love's Unbelievable Upset, & The "Heim Bomb" 1:12:20

1M ago1:12:20

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The 2025 NASCAR season has come to a close, and we've crowned our latest Cup, Xfinity, & Truck Series Champions! Herm & Schrader recap all 3 championship races and discuss their takeaways from the season finale weekend at Phoenix. The biggest shock from championship weekend: Denny Hamlin coming up just short of winning his 1st Cup Series championsh…

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Stewart Friesen: Battling Back After A Life-Altering Wreck 1:01:52

2M ago1:01:52

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Dirt Champion and NASCAR Truck Series Winner are just a couple of the accolades that belong to Stewart Friesen, but his triumphs don't tell the whole story. Hear Friesen describe, in detail, his horrific dirt wreck earlier this year that resulted in a fractured pelvis and leg, injuries that he's still working to overcome. On a lighter note, Kenny W…

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Hendrick vs. Gibbs For It All! 58:19

2M ago58:19

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Herm and Schrader break down a dominant performance from William Byron, Ryan Blaney’s run to the front to just miss the Championship 4, and the lack of a Penske car vying for a championship. Will the champion win at Phoenix? Herm makes his pick for the Phoenix win and who takes home the Cup championship, Schrader has a great Martinsville hot dog st…

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Devin Moran: The Story of An Underdog Champion 51:05

2M ago51:05

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Kenny Wallace catches up with 2025 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Champion, Devin Moran! The son of “The Million Dollar Man” Donnie Moran, Devin discusses his family's rich racing history, and his brother Wiley even makes a cameo. Kenny & Devin then go race-by-race recapping Moran’s unlikely run through the playoffs that ultimately ended with a c…

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Talladega: Triumph for Chase Briscoe 1:03:35

2M ago1:03:35

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Can Joe Gibbs Racing get 3 cars into the Championship 4? Will it be Hendrick heartbreak at Martinsville? Do Ryan Blaney or Joey Logano have a shot to win and create chaos? Herm and Schrader take on those questions and more! We'll discuss Chase Briscoe’s journey to JGR and his win at Talladega. The guys also share their thoughts on the final cutoff …

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Ricky Carmichael: The Motocross GOAT 1:07:52

2M ago1:07:52

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Two wheels or four wheels, doesn’t matter, Ricky Carmichael could race anything! In this Kenny Conversation, which originally aired on 11/7/23, Kenny Wallace catches up with the GOAT of Motocross & Supercross Ricky Carmichael! How did he become the greatest to ever do it and after all that success, why retire the bike to try his hand at NASCAR? Car…

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Las Vegas: Denny Hamlin Hits The Jackpot 1:11:52

2M ago1:11:52

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With the first race in the Round of 8 wrapped up, Herm & Schrader break down Denny Hamlin's big win that locks him into the Championship race at Phoenix. Is this the year he finally win the Championship and how significant is reaching the 60-win threshold in the Cup Series? The fellas offer their opinions on it all, and debate what the drivers sitt…

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Who is Connor Zilisch? 52:13

2M ago52:13

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Kenny Conversations meets NASCAR’s newest young phenom! At just 19-years-old, Connor Zilisch has taken the stock car racing world by storm over the last two years, and recently captured his 10th Xfinity win of the season while driving for JR Motorsports. Learn how he became a racer while growing up in Charlotte and how he started competing in Europ…

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Charlotte: The SVG Show ROVALs On 52:53

2M ago52:53

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Herm & Schrader give you their unfiltered takes on SVG's dominant performance at this past weekend's Charlotte ROVAL race. Can anyone match his road course prowess or will the Cup Series field continue to battle for 2nd? The fellas discuss the unexpected tire fall off drivers experienced and how it made for such exciting on-track action. Once again…

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How Ray Evernham Changed NASCAR Forever 1:39:01

2M ago1:39:01

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The Kenny Conversation with Ray Evernham is one of our longest and best yet. From his days as a racer himself to becoming one of the most innovative crew chiefs in NASCAR history, Evernham discusses it all. How did he meet Jeff Gordon, and why were they able to work so well together? And he explains how he got some of his greatest ideas, like recru…

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There's No Place Like Kansas 46:27

3M ago46:27

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The NASCAR Playoffs are ramping up, especially after a wild and chaotic finish this weekend at Kansas, where we saw Chase Elliott steal the win away. Schrader has some pointed words for Denny Hamlin after his shocking decision to run his 23XI driver, Bubba Wallace, high and into the wall during the final turn. Hear how the fellas think this weekend…

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Larry McReynolds: The Origins of "America’s Crew Chief" 1:02:10

3M ago1:02:10

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In this Kenny Conversation, which originally aired on 11/26/23, Larry McReynolds recounts his incredible NASCAR journey from 2-time Daytona 500 winning crew chief to TV trendsetter. Did you know it was Mark Martin who gave McReynolds his first crew chief job before his stint sitting atop the pit box for "The Intimidator" Dale Sr? Plus, learn the st…

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Ryan Blaney Finally Earns His Loudon Lobster! 54:37

3M ago54:37

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The opening race for the Round of 12 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway delivered plenty of Playoff chaos! Herm & Schrader are joined by their new producer, Craig Moore of MRN, to recap all the on-track action. Was Denny Hamlin's decision to move Ty Gibbs fair or foul? Schrader shares some stories about similar situations from his time racing at Hendr…

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Tim Ward: The IMCA G.O.A.T. 55:22

3M ago55:22

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Kenny Conversations cover all types of motorsports & this is our first-ever talk with an IMCA driver! At just 31 years young, Tim Ward just became a 2-time Super Nationals champion after winning at Boone Speedway in his hometown state of Iowa. Ward has also dabbled in NASCAR, racing in the K&N Pro Series West and notched a 16th-place finish in the …

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Bristol Reminded Us Of The Good Old Days! 57:18

3M ago57:18

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The night race at Bristol delivered one of the most exciting NASCAR Cup Series races in years, with tire wear dominating the evening. Despite all the cautions, the fellas debate where this race ranks in NASCAR's modern era. We also react to Brad Keselowski's strong statement about the current NASCAR Playoff format and discuss the decision by the go…

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Greg Biffle: Winning On & Off The Track 59:43

3M ago59:43

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This Kenny Conversation with Greg Biffle, which originally aired on 6/19/24, is championship caliber. Hear about The Biff's meteoric rise from an unknown driver out of the Pacific Northwest to NASCAR Truck Series Champion, Xfinity Series Champion, and 19-time winner in the Cup Series. This Kenny Conversation is worth the rewind! Real fans wear Dirt…

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Our Hometown NASCAR Track Put On A Show! 1:01:26

3M ago1:01:26

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St. Louis was the center of the NASCAR universe over the weekend and the “Missouri Mafia” recap all the action from the track. We debate why World Wide Technology Raceway sets the standard for entertainment around a NASCAR race. On-track, Denny Hamlin put on a clinic and clinched his spot in the Round of 12. Plus, Mark Martin may not want to hear t…

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Jordan Anderson & John Bommarito: Building The Business of Racing 59:19

3M ago59:19

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From an early age, Jordan Anderson knew he wanted to be involved in racing. Thanks to a business agreement with Missouri business mogul John Bommarito, Jordan's been able to build on his dream and develop a competitive Xfinity Series team. Hear from both Jordan and John on the origins of their unique friendship and how they counsel each other throu…

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Darlington Was A Beatdown. Briscoe Owned It 53:26

3M ago53:26

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Kenny Wallace and Ken Schrader are back after the long Labor Day weekend. Darlington presented an abundance of storylines, with Chase Briscoe holding off Tyler Reddick to capture his second straight Southern 500, Hendrick Motorsports struggles, and playoff driver problems galore. The boys debate: Is Connor Zilisch cheating or just using every inch …

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Ryan Preece: What Drives His NASCAR Dream 1:16:05

4M ago1:16:05

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Ryan Preece joins Kenny Wallace to discuss the rich motorsports history of the Northeast. Ryan shares stories about his childhood and the lessons his father taught him while he ran modifieds before heading down South to pursue his NASCAR dream. Kenny presses Preece on the difference between Stewart-Haas and RFK, and what Brad Keselowski is like as …

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Daytona Dazzles, Playoff Predictions, & The History Of Open Wheel Midgets 57:24

4M ago57:24

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Kenny Wallace scored a dirt win on his birthday, and Ken Schrader went back to his racing roots to run an open wheel midget. We dive into the unique history of open wheel midgets, with Herm & Schrader swapping some surreal stories! In the world of NASCAR, Daytona delivers a dynamic show with Ryan Blaney making an epic final run to pull off the vict…

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Austin Dillon: The Revival of RCR & Reaction To The 2026 NASCAR Schedule 1:00:05

4M ago1:00:05

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Richmond winner, Austin Dillon, is the latest guest to join Kenny Conversation. With a Playoff bid secured, Austin talks to Kenny about his preparation for the upcoming Playoffs. Wallace presses Dillon for details on the dynamics inside RCR after patriarch Richard Childress' recent scathing comments on the state of the organization. With the 2026 N…

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Austin Dillon's Richmond Redemption & How Do Drivers Know When To Hang It Up? 1:07:27

4M ago1:07:27

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The “Missouri Mafia” is back in full force with Schrader returning after a week off. Wallace scored a big dirt win over the weekend, and Schrader shares stories from his IROC reunion in California. We celebrate Austin Dillon’s redemption win at Richmond and how the tire wear provided great racing. After Dale Jr.'s emotional interview over the weeke…

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Bobby Labonte: A Heated Rival Turned Lifelong Friend 1:20:37

4M ago1:20:37

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It's time to wind back the clock to our third guest ever on Kenny Conversation, NASCAR Champion & Hall of Famer, Bobby Labonte! Originally airing on 5/10/23, Bobby and Kenny get into all the rich history between these two racing icons. What's the story behind these once-bitter rivals becoming the best of friends? How does Bobby's time on TV and his…

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SVG Schools The Field & Connor Zilisch Takes a Scary Spill 1:08:00

4M ago1:08:00

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Ken Schrader is out this week, but have no fear, producer Charlie Marlow's here to fill in alongside Kenny Wallace! Shane Van Gisbergen couldn't be stopped at Watkins Glen. We'll debate if anyone can stop his routine routs of the Cup field on road courses. The Xfinity Series delivered plenty of fireworks, including Connor Zilisch wrecking teammate …

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Ricky Craven: Injuries, Redemption & The Darlington Finish We’ll Never Forget 1:41:37

4M ago1:41:37

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The longest Kenny Conversation yet, and for good reason. Kenny Wallace sits down with one of his closest friends in the sport, Ricky Craven, for a raw and real look back at three decades of racing, friendship, and surviving the hard stuff. From those early days tearing it up in the Busch Series to surviving wrecks that would’ve ended most careers, …

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Byron Barely Makes It, Hocevar’s New Label, and FOX Buys a Slice of IndyCar 47:05

4M ago47:05

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Herm and Schrader break down the caution-filled NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa, where William Byron saved just enough fuel to take the checkered flag. Carson Hocevar managed to make yet another enemy — is it wise for him to lean into his newly dubbed nickname? Why is FOX Sports buying a stake in IndyCar, and what does that mean for the sport? All t…

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Jeff Burton 'The Mayor': His NASCAR Legacy, Championing Safety Improvement, & Building A Partnership With NASCAR 1:20:55

5M ago1:20:55

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This classic Kenny Conversation with Jeff Burton originally aired on 12/3/2023. Jeff dives deep into his storied NASCAR career, sharing lessons he learned along the way. From family ties to being at the forefront of promoting safety in the sport, Jeff's contributions to NASCAR are unparalleled. Kenny asks Jeff about his transition from racing to br…

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Bubba Wallace Silences His Doubters, Austin Hill Takes A Wrong Turn, and Indy's Attendance is Scrutinized 59:18

5M ago59:18

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Bubba Wallace notches the biggest win of his career, securing a NASCAR Crown Jewel with a win at Indianapolis. Wallace and Schrader discuss why so many drivers came to congratulate Bubba after he finished kissing the bricks. Does the debate on Indy's attendance have any merit? What consequences will Austin Hill face for his move on Aric Almirola in…

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Don "The Snake" Prudhomme: A Legacy of Success and Speed 1:26:34

5M ago1:26:34

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From having his iconic dragster featured on Mattel's Hot Wheels cars, to having a Hollywood movie made about his famous match races with Tom “Mongoose” McEwen, and introducing Tony Stewart to his future wife Leah Pruett, Don is, simply put, a legend. Wallace and Prudhomme cover all aspects of "The Snake's" legendary career, from how it started to h…

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Denny Hamlin’s Unmatched Mental Fortitude, Is Connor Zilisch NASCAR's Next Superstar, & Dirt Racing Goes Off The Rails! 1:17:48

5M ago1:17:48

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After securing the win at Dover and staving off numerous challengers, Denny Hamlin might have a claim to the title of most mentally tough driver in NASCAR. Are the lofty expectations for young phenom Connor Zilisch too high, or is he on track to become the next Jeff Gordon? The fellas also discuss recent news in the world of dirt racing, including …

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Rusty Wallace & Angie Skinner: Promoting The Rusty Charity Ride & The State Of NASCAR 1:14:39

5M ago1:14:39

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NASCAR Hall of Famer, Rusty Wallace, and Sirius XM Host, Angie Skinner, preview the upcoming Rusty Wallace Charity Ride through South Dakota! Rusty and Angie share some strong opinions on the current state of NASCAR. Angie explains her beef with Carson Hocevar, and Rusty tells an epic old school story about Bill France Jr. Both motorcycle & NASCAR …

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SVG & Connor Zilisch Out-Class The Field & NASCAR’s Road Racing History 57:55

5M ago57:55

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Saturday's Xfinity race at Sonoma saw Shane Van Gisbergen and Connor Zilisch put on a show before Sunday's SVG smackdown on the rest of the NASCAR Cup Series field. After notching his 3rd win of the season, is it time to consider SVG the greatest road course racer in NASCAR history? These old fellas have something to say about that! Wallace is surp…

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Mark Richards: The Dirty Truth About Dirt Racing 1:34:03

5M ago1:34:03

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Mark Richards, owner of Rocket Chassis, has seen it all in the world of dirt racing, and now he’s talking about it all with Kenny! Richards explains why the sport has become way too expensive and how digital streaming services have made the local racing hero a thing of the past. Kenny presses Mark on why he didn’t ever go NASCAR racing, and the fel…

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Schrader Wins, Wallace Goes Shirtless, & NASCAR Takes Over Downtown Chicago 1:02:12

5M ago1:02:12

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What a weekend for the 'Missouri Mafia' - Ken Schrader scored a big dirt win with his entire family in attendance, and Kenny Wallace set the social media world on fire with his shirtless flexing photo! The fellas break down the exciting Chicago street race and discuss Shane Van Gisbergen's historic weekend sweep. Should NASCAR have thrown the cauti…

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Howard Weaver: The Man Behind The Hilarious & Satirical “Weaber Valley Speedway” 1:03:30

6M ago1:03:30

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When Howard Weaver created the hilarious Facebook page, “Weaber Valley Speedway”, poking fun at the crazy world of dirt racing, he had no idea how big or how much noise his small page would make. Wallace and Weaver discuss where Howard gets the ideas for his posts, and whether reality is funnier than fiction. With fake AI stories saturating people'…

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Did NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver Win At NASCAR’s Most Popular Track? 1:01:27

6M ago1:01:27

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Hometown hero, Chase Elliott, delivered his fans a thrilling win at the newly named EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta. Is it now NASCAR's best track? Plus, Herm & Schrader break down the massive wreck that busted everyone's tournament bracket. Is this new mid-season tournament a gimmick, or a good way to drum up interest during the summer sports lull? R…

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Doug Kalitta: Aviation Business Mogul & NHRA Drag Racing Champion 1:08:36

6M ago1:08:36

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From running the successful Kalitta Charters family business to being an NHRA drag racing champion, Doug Kalitta's dual life is filled with so many amazing moments. While he may be soft spoken, he’s a demon on the drag strip. Learn how it all started for Kalitta from racing quarter midgets as a kid. Kenny and Doug also discuss his charter plane bus…

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Chase Briscoe Is Underrated, Dale Jr.'s Real Role as Crew Chief, & Vintage NASCAR Stories With The Great Rick Mast! 1:17:53

6M ago1:17:53

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As Ken Schrader continues his three-week trip out west, we’ve got the great Rick Mast filling in again! Kenny Wallace & Mast discuss how Chase Briscoe continues to fly under the radar in the NASCAR Cup Series garage, even after his most recent win at Pocono. Plus, was Dale Earnhardt Jr. really calling the shots as crew chief for Connor Zilisch's Xf…

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Mark Martin: Sharing Unfiltered Opinions About The State of NASCAR 1:27:27

6M ago1:27:27

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The entire NASCAR world will be talking about the latest Kenny Conversation with Mark Martin! The Hall-of-Famer gives his unfiltered opinions on everything from the NASCAR Playoff system, how TV contracts are now controlling the product, racing internationally, and driver fitness routines. A recurring guest on Kenny Conversation, Mark's third appea…

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NASCAR Road Trips to Mexico, SVG Circles The Cup Field, & Daniel Suarez Becomes a Homegrown Hero 56:54

6M ago56:54

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Herm & Schrader recap NASCAR's bumpy road trip down to Mexico City that saw Shane Van Gisbergen secure the largest margin of victory in the Cup Series over the last 16 years. Our duo debates if a driver so low in points should automatically make the Playoffs after one road course win? Plus, how special was it watching Mexican native, Daniel Suarez,…

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Drag Racing’s Elvis: John Force On His Legendary Career 1:16:48

6M ago1:16:48

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We went back into the vault for one of our most popular Kenny Conversations ever! John Force originally aired on January 26, 2024, before Force had his scary crash in Virginia. The 16-time NHRA champ tells some hilarious stories, and paired with Kenny Wallace this might be the most energetic interview you’ve ever heard! From being the king of drag …

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Ram Returns to NASCAR, Michigan Delivers The Season's Best Race, & Why Is Eldora Dirt Track Royalty? 1:14:17

6M ago1:14:17

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Ram announces their return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, Denny Hamlin outlasts the field on fuel mileage to pull off a win at Michigan, and a pair of dirt racing legends discuss what makes Eldora the premier track on the circuit. What does Ram's announcement do for the trajectory of the sport, and how long could it take before we see Dodge …

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“Boys Have At It”: How Robin Pemberton Went From Cup Winning Crew Chief To Legendary NASCAR Official 1:40:15

6M ago1:40:15

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For the second week in a row, it’s one of our longest Kenny Conversations ever, thanks to Robin Pemberton and his stories from both sides of the NASCAR spectrum. A Cup winning crew chief for Mark Martin, Kyle Petty, & Rusty Wallace who went to work for NASCAR's officiating division, Robin's seen it all! Hear what led up to him saying the famous phr…