Dirt Racing in the Bluegrass Live

The question I get asked every time I talk to someone in the racing community is, "what's going on with Ponderosa Speedway?" Here's my best attempt to answer that question.

Matthew and Dylan Jones join us to preview the Working Man 50 at Rockcastle Speedway.

Bo Gilley joins the show.

Everything you expect from us. Plus, Brad Fields and Tyler Kelley join us to talk Crown Vics.

2024 Season Previews for three of our local tracks- Lake Cumberland Speedway, Ponderosa Speedway, and Mudlick Valley Raceway.

2024 Season Previews for two of our local race tracks.

Josh and Wes visit with Billy Moore live from Graphic Impressions.

Josh and Wes sit down with Jack Cornett live from Cornett Racing Engines in Somerset, Kentucky.

We let our live viewers drive this week's show. If they asked it, we answered it.

Wes leads the show with Skylar Marlar.

Josh and Wes recap their World 100 trip. Mike Sullivan and Spanky Despain join us to preview the Taylor County Speedway Reunion.

Josh, Wes, and Chris Lowery live from Speedy Campground at Eldora Speedway.

Josh and Wes recap their weekend at the 36th Annual Butterball Memorial. A special "kid's edition" of pick the winners this week, as Brantley and Annabeth pick this week's winners. A preview of this weekend's Harold Hardgrove Memorial at LCS and other events. "The Last Outlaw" Jesse James Lay joins the show.

The middle of August is here, and for dirt racing fans in Central Kentucky, that can only mean one thing: it's time for the Butterball! Brian Asbury won the very first Butterball back in 1988. He'll join us to talk about it. Plus, a recap of the North/South 100.

Kentucky's Crown Jewel event is upon us once again and we're here to get you prepared for it. The nation's #1 ranked Dirt Late Model driver, Bobby Pierce, joins us to talk about the 3-day event at Florence Speedway, ending with $75,000 up for grabs on Saturday.

Other parts of the country have their time to shine, but when it comes to Super Late Model Racing--August belongs to Kentucky. Throughout the month of August we're going to talk to the stars and cover our sport's biggest events. Starting with this Friday's 25th Annual Pete Abel Memorial at Ponderosa Speedway. "The Wildchild" Michael Chilton joins the show. We also catch up with two first-time winners from the past weekend, Dalton Brown and Chris Smith. Discuss other upcoming events around the area. Plus, a new Live's Top 5.

Ahead of this weekend's Ultimate HoA event at Richmond Raceway, we discuss the life and career of Kentucky Motorsports Hall of Famer, Butch Shay. Anthony Wiseman joins the show. A recap of this past weekend, including the evolution of Worldwide Wes, who showed off his vocal skills at the Tommy Lanham Memorial. Plus, find out where you can experience the entertainment of Josh and Wes in the booth and on the mic this coming weekend. Also, a brand new "Live's Top 5" and much more.

A ”Special Edition” of Dirt Racing in the Bluegrass Live coming at you Monday at 8 PM! We'll talk to ”The Kentucky Colonel” Steve Francis about the $15,000 to win World of Outlaws Late Model Series event at Ponderosa Speedway, on Friday July 14th. Steve is the World of Outlaws Late Model Series Director, but I'm sure his Hall of Fame racing career will be a part of the conversation as well.

It's a big weekend ahead for racing in Central Kentucky! 3-time Hugh "Junebug" Rowland Memorial winner, Dustin Linville, will join us to preview this weekend's event for the Ultimate Heart of America Super Late Model Series at Richmond Raceway. ABC 36 Morning Meteorologist, Dillon Gaudet, joins us to discuss his new "Motorsports Monday" project, which highlights local racing in Central Kentucky and other motorsports news. Plus, our Weekend Outlook and a brand new "Live's Top 5."

We discuss the possibility of a Kentucky Dirt Racing Hall of Fame. 2023 Lake Cumberland Speedway Hall of Fame inductee, Tim Taylor, joins the show to preview this weekend's event. Current American All Stars Series points leader, Josh Dietz joins us. Also, Tony Dillow joins us to recap the Jesse Dillow Memorial. Plus, a brand new Live's Top 5.

Recapping a big weekend, including the Randy Jones Tribute-Working Man 50, Modified Madness, and Owen Stephens and Sam Gilbert Memorial. Jimmy Crabtree joins the show!

It's been a calm week here in Kentucky, hasn't it? Not really. Let's just talk about all of it. We've got a lot to get to, so this will be a fast moving show. Recapping this past weekend and looking ahead to the next. Plus, two of our tracks will join us for a major scheduling announcement. Here's the lineup:8:05 PM- Bill Lupinos 8:15- Kyle Parker8:30- Live's Top 58:45- Rockcastle Speedway and Lake Cumberland Speedway9:00- Mudlick Valley Raceway

Tonight on the podcast, we have our first Young Guns Edition with 14 year old Creed Watson. Creed is the great nephew of the legendary Finn Watson, who will be honored this weekend at Richmond Raceway KY. We will also reveal our first “Live's Top 5” for each class. A list of the 5 best drivers in each division, based on results from our partnered race tracks. Plus, a recap of this past weekend and looking ahead to a jam-packed Saturday May 13th.

LOLMDS star and James Rattliff Racing's, Daulton Wilson, joins us on the podcast to preview this weekend's events at Ponderosa Speedway and Florence Speedway. A recap of the past weekend and preview other area events coming up this weekend.

We can have regular shows too, right? At this point the racing season is in full swing, so we're just rolling right along on the podcast. Jason Barrett joined us to talk about this weekend's season opening Damn Yankees 50 at Richmond Raceway. We'll discuss our trip to Rockcastle Speedway this weekend and preview the events coming up this weekend.

It finally feels like race season, for this week at least! As the weather heats up, so does the racing action. A preview of two big events this weekend. The American All-Star Series Pro Late Models at Lake Cumberland Speedway racing for $3,000 to win and opening night at Mudlick Valley Raceway. We're be joined by AAS promoter Joe Rush, Lake Cumberland Speedway's Brandon Hardgrove, and Logan Walls.

Josh and Wes talk about a busy opening weekend, including a trip to Thunder Mountain Speedway. Plus, a preview of the weeks ahead as the racing season gets under way in the Bluegrass State. Ace Claborn joins us on the podcast to discuss his first Late Model win at Thunder Mountain. Former Nascar Xfinity Series and Craftsman Truck Series driver, Jamie Mosley joins the show.

Several of you have asked for it, so here it is! Bill Lupinos joined the show to talk about the upcoming season at Richmond Raceway KY, their recent acquisition of Ultimate and Fastrak, and much more. We were also be joined by Greg Hensley, Justin Taylor and Shane Irvin.

We are joined by Mudlick Valley Raceway promoter, Jaimie Mullins, to preview their 2023 season. Cole Cooper joins the show.

We discuss the upcoming season at Kentucky's newest dirt track in Corbin, KY. Derrick Meadors and Raymond Fuson join the show.

LOLMDS, WoO Late Models, UMP Summer Nationals, Iron-Man Series. A late model fan's dream season is on tap at two of our area tracks. Brian Abner joins us to discuss these events and more during our 2023 Season Preview podcast tomorrow night. Hobby Stock driver Craig Stykes joins the show.

Here's your chance to meet the new owners of Rockcastle Speedway and hear about the plans. Plus, Collin Watson and Zane Powell join the show.

The second hour of our conversation with Jason Keltner and Chris Tilley, discussing their time with the Battle of the Bluegrass DirtCar Series.

The first hour of our conversation with Jason Keltner and Chris Tilley, discussing their time with the Battle of the Bluegrass DirtCar Series.

The inaugural Battle of the Bluegrass DirtCar Series Champion Eddie Carrier Jr and 2005 series co-champion Tim Tungate join the podcast. Along with former BoB Series announcer and the current voice of the Valvoline Ironman Late Model Series, Michael Despain.

Two of the greats in our sport join us to talk about their days following the BoB Series, heated battles throughout their younger years, their friendship today, and so much more. Hour 2.

Two of the greats in our sport join us to talk about their days following the BoB Series, heated battles throughout their younger years, their friendship today, and so much more. Hour 1.

James discusses phone booths, landlines, and answering machines. Peckerwood Grocery at Ponderosa Speedway. More stories of temper tantrums at BoB events. Col. Sanders and Mitch McConnell going to high school together. UK and IU Basketball. Nick Saban. We covered it all.

James discusses the difficulties of series' and tracks keeping staff. The tracks, many now closed, which made up the BoB schedule. He also fields some fan questions. "Oilgate" at the DTWC. The gang discusses every possible BoB Series driver they could think of. Walking cains being thrown on the track and doors being torn off the hinges. Why did the series go away? More discussion on the possibility of a BoB return.

James Essex joins the podcast to talk about the early days of the BoB Series. How did it all begin? He discuss some of the good and bad about series co-founder, Spencer Wilson. The 2004 awards banquet and bounced checks debacle. What made the series so special? The guys discuss memories of early Battle of the Bluegrass events.

Tune in to see if your favorite driver wins one of our prestigious end of season awards! With awards such as "Most Likely to Win The Kentucky Derby" and "Best Appearing Beard", we promise this is a show you don't want to miss. Plus, AJ Hicks joins the show to help us preview the Pro Late Model National Championship this weekend at Willard Speedway. This will be the final podcast for the 2022 season.

With the race season already wrapped up at most area tracks, Josh and Wes look back on the first season of the podcast. Plus, a preview of the season finale at Lake Cumberland Speedway. Jeff Watson joins the show.

The latest on Randy Jones and some ways you can help. A review of Florence Speedway's Fall 50, a preview of this weekend's Bluegrass Nationals and more!

KDRA Super Stock driver, Steven Harp, joins us to talk about winning his first feature event this past weekend at Rockcastle Speedway. We catch up with 2022 Valvoline Iron-Man Late Model Series Champion, Michael Chilton. Is it ever a good idea to publicly criticize a race track? A preview of this weekend's events at Florence Speedway, Thunder Mountain Speedway, and Willard Speedway.

Josh and Wes discuss the tragic death of National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame announcer, Rick Eshelman. The challenge of successfully pleasing both fans and drivers. More details about the Dirt Racing in the Bluegrass Region Championships and the upcoming weekend's events.

We have two major events coming up this weekend to preview on our podcast. The Crowning of the Kings Weekend will feature $10,000 to win main events for both the Compacts and Sport Mods this weekend at Florence Speedway. Jody Shannon and the defending champion of The King of Compacts, Brandon Gibson, Jr., will join us to preview this event. Ponderosa Speedway in Junction City, KY has their biggest event of the season with the Fall Classic Weekend. The action gets under way Friday Night with $5,000 to win Valvoline Iron Man Late Models, Open Wheel Modifieds, Pro Late Models, Super Stocks, Hobby Stocks, and Mini Stocks. Then another complete program on Saturday night with $10,088 to win Valvoline Iron Man Late Models, $1,500 to win Brucebilt Iron Man Modifieds, Pro Late Models, Super Stocks, Hobby Stocks, and Mini Stocks. Ponderosa Speedway track promoter, Brandon Hardgrove will join us to preview this event.

We discuss some misconceptions about race tracks and money. The difficulty of promoters pleasing both fans and drivers. A major announcement that will benefit the future of local racing here in Central Kentucky. Plus, Elliott Despain joins the show.

We discuss several recent hot topics in our sport, including the current state of super late model racing and the impact of streaming on local events. Open wheel modified driver Ben Petrey joins the podcast.

Josh Chasteen, Wes Lanham, and guest co-host Jeff Sachse recap the Harold Hardgrove Memorial. Michael Despain joins us to preview the Pete Able Memorial at Ponderosa Speedway and other upcoming Valvoline IronMan Late Model Series events. KDRA Super Stock driver, Tyler Hayes, joins the show.

Brandon Hardgrove and Blake Brown joined our preview of the biggest event of the season at Lake Cumberland Speedway. $10,022 to win Iron-Man Late Models Harold Hardgrove Memorial. Brandon talks about being handed the reigns of a not-so-easy situation after his father's passing left him in a tough spot at just 24 years old. He discussed similarities and differences between he and Harold from a promoter's standpoint, how hard he and his staff have worked to improve Lake Cumberland Speedway, and provides all the details about this Saturday's event. Blake talks about his start in racing at 8 years old, the coming move to a crate late model, and much more. Plus, a recap of the 35th Annual Butterball Memorial.

We give you a fan's perspective on the recap of the 2022 North South 100. Zach Powers and Logan Preston will be joining the show. We'll also provide a preview of the 35th Annual Butterball Memorial, including our picks to win in each class.