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Are you a sportsman drag racer or fan? This is the podcast you've been looking for! Within The Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast w/ Luke & Jed, hosts Luke Bogacki & Jared Pennington discuss the latest happenings and debate hot topics within the sport of drag racing. In addition to their own commentary, they host weekly guests that include some of the rock stars of our sport. From NHRA to IHRA, from local weekly bracket competition to the richest and most prestigious events in the nation: The Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast w/ Luke & Jed covers it all!

Luke Bogacki & Jared Pennington


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    The Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast with Luke and Jed is an absolute must-listen for any racing enthusiast, especially those interested in brackets. This podcast offers a wealth of racing insight and captivating stories from legends of the sport. Whether you're parked or operating a vehicle, make sure to tune into the shout out portion of episode 210 - it had me laughing for a good 20 minutes!

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the valuable information it provides. Luke and Jed offer their expert advice and tips on everything from building dragsters to the mental side of racing. As someone currently building my own dragster, I find their insights extremely helpful and enjoyable to listen to. They also do a fantastic job covering weekly sportsman events, giving us recaps that have been sorely needed for years.

    Furthermore, Luke and Jed's interview style is straightforward and engaging. They bring in stars from the world of sportsman drag racing and ask them thought-provoking questions that delve into the intricacies of the sport. It's refreshing to listen to interviews that are not only informative but also entertaining.

    While it's hard to find any major flaws with The Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast, one potential downside is that they could diversify their guest list even more. While they have already interviewed numerous legends, it would be great to hear from a wider range of racers to get different perspectives on the sport.

    In conclusion, The Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast with Luke and Jed is an exceptional show that keeps listeners eagerly awaiting each new episode. From hilarious stories to comprehensive race results, this podcast covers all things sportsman drag racing in a captivating manner. If you haven't started listening yet, you're missing out on a one-of-a-kind experience. Kudos to Luke and Jed for creating such an engaging platform for fans of this thrilling sport!



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    Latest episodes from The Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast w/ Luke & Jed

    The GRAND FINALE!!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 113:40


    It's a celebration not a funeral! The guys host the annual Poddy Awards, which are always entertaining. They talk about favorite moments, and it wouldn't be a complete finale without one last game of Sportsman Drag Racers, Olympic Athlete, or Adult Film Star, one of the most entertaining of all time! 

    How to “Fix” Sportsman Racing

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 80:33


    Luke and Jed give us all a huge announcement, they of course cover the racing that occurred in the last week. The feature of the show, are the guys "half baked" ways to "fix" our sport! A very entertaining episode!

    Crowning the Champions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 54:37


    All NHRA Championships are officially decided, Pomona was exciting in a few classes without a doubt. Kevin Brannon is killing it in the late season bracket racing, and Luke takes the win on the championship betting challenge. All of this and more! 

    Pomona Drama Imminent!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 59:34


    The NHRA battles are officially passed the point of heating up, they are HOT! Some championships have been crowned, with some still to be determined at Pomona. WDRA makes a "stand" at Darlington, but is there more to it? Tune in for all this and more! 

    NHRA Heavy, Sportsman E.T. Champs, and Championships taking shape!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 78:51


    Luke and Jed recap NHRA ET sportsman champions. NHRA Lucas Oil Championships are also beginning to really take shape. Tune in now to hear all about this weeks happenings in Sportsman Drag Racing. 

    Great Win for Champ, NHRA ET Championship Field Set, and More Donnie Hagar!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 56:26


    Great American Bracket Race $500k results, NHRA ET Championship Field is set, Donnie Hagar is still winning, tune in to hear about all this and more! 

    Mike Smith Memorial, Top End Throttle Stop...in Super Stock? GABR Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 82:14


    Huge episode with a lot to unpack. NHRA championship pictures are becoming clearer, with racing drawing quickly to a close. Mike Smith Memorial results from Montgomery, and of course GABR $500k predictions. 

    IHRA World Champions, Class Racers Revival and “That's true… That might be true… That's ridiculous”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2023 68:35


    Quick recap from the IHRA World Finals, the Class Racer Revival, and Luke plays a new exciting game and way to cover the NHRA points implications,  “That's true… That might be true… That's ridiculous” is a great way to dive into what stories may play out as we round out the 2023 NHRA season. 

    Can Dragsters even win anymore? Fall Fling Recap, NHRA, and Bottom Bulb action at Summit Motorsports Park!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 64:29


    Big episode, Luke and Jed recap the Fall Fling at Bristol, which of course was dominated by door cars! Luke catches us up on various NHRA points chases, and a great Bottom Bulb race at Summit Motorsports Park. All of that and more! Tune in now! 

    Young Guns, Mild NHRA Points Shakeups, and Winning: Easier Today or the Past?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 71:34


    The Young Gun vs Old Guy argument continues, Luke covers some mild NHRA points shakeups. How doesn't like some discussion about when was the easier time to win...now or years past? The guys dive into that! 

    OG Million Recap...No Box Door Cars!!...say no more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 85:39


    Huge episode on tap, obviously its impossible to cover up the lead here. Donnie Hagar! Everyone knows the story, the guys recap his win and all things OG Million. NHRA points are really coming down to the wire, and there are some changes and recaps to be had on that front as well. Tune in for a surely entertaining episode. 

    Scotty's Interview Review AND The OG Million Preview w/Britt Cummings

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 99:34


    Huge episode! The guys recap the Summer Fling at Columbus and take a deep dive into Scotty's success and of course that interview. Britt Cummings joins as well, to preview his Great American $500k and give his thoughts on the million and Summer Fling. 

    BTE Labor Day $250k AND The BIG GO Recap!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 80:58


    Huge episode! We have Indy results and stories, and of course Jed recaps the BTE Labor Day $250k. Tune in to hear all the action! 

    NHRA Battles Shaping Up and Light Bracket Action

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 68:32


    Jed joined Luke on the eve of the Labor Day $250k for this week's Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast. In it, we packed a ton of discussion about both the past week and a monstrous Labor Day weekend on the horizon: Brad Burton and Tyler Caheely made big strides toward a Super Stock national championship: are they on a collision course to battle for the title? A new title contender in Super Comp? Could a 16-second pickup truck be the weapon of choice in Stock Eliminator? A we ready to crown the next bottom bulb king? Bold predictions (sure to go wrong): Luke and Jed call our shots for the Labor Day $250k, and every sportsman winner at the Big Go!

    NHRA TD Points Leader Clint Geise Interview, and a huge weekend for Zac Fulcher!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 52:25


    Huge episode on tap! Luke gets to sit down and interview TD National Points leader Clint Geise, he covers Clints history in the sport, and how he's put together this amazing hot streak. Also, discusses highlights from racing all over the country, including a huge $50k win and runner up for Zac Fulcher! Tune in now!  

    Jed is mildly annoyed...oh and some NHRA and Bracket Results!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 67:53


    Tune in to hear some Jed frustration, and the guys cover some NHRA Topeka action and its points implications. 

    World Super Pro $50k Along with NHRA and Working Man Results

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023 57:45


    The guys discuss the OG Mid-Michigan $50k and its most popular winner ever, Steve Mikus. They also go down some NHRA points results and the points changes that go with those results, and of course they go over highlights from the Working Man $10 grands and the Nightfire Nationals. 

    Justin Lamb, Track Shakeups and Rumors, and Major Event Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 74:13


    Luke and Jed talk about Justin Lambs very impressive streak, they also discuss tracks that are closing, some off the NHRA tour, some back on the tour, and of course they quickly recap some of the major events of the last couple weeks. 

    Jegs Speedweek, Final Mile High Nationals, ECF and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 79:45


    Luke and Jed discuss results from a few races around the country, mainly highlighting Jegs Speedweek and the points implications that went along with those results. The final Mile High Nationals at Bandimere and the feel good stories from there. Of course, Luke spent last week at the Eastern Conference Finals, and highlights the main points from that event. 

    Are EV's the Future of Bracket Racing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 67:59


    Luke and Jed cover a somewhat short week of results including the LODRS at Numidia, the Steve Collier show at Muncie, and the $100k Triple Threat at VMP. Then of course, the EV discussion, somewhat controversial amongst competitors, the guys weigh in on their take. 

    FAST Dragsters TTF, and a massive WFC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 84:00


    Huge episode on tap. Luke and Jed recap the weekends biggest events the SFG 1.1 million and the WFC. Tons to talk about on both of those races, and of course to drum up a little discussion the return of the EV discussion! Tune in for their take on the subject! 

    Guest co-host for the week: Matt Dadas (recording from SFG 1.1 Million @ US 131)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 59:49


    Luke is joined by special guest Matt Dadas to recap some of the major results from the previous week and to preview the SFG 1.1 Million at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park. They discussed the NHRA National event, as well as "The Hoot" at Dragway 42. They also predict SFG and WFC winners! Tune in now! 

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    TB Twin $50's, Chris Bear, LODRS Bandimere, WFC Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 61:09


    Luke and Jed, discuss TB Promotions Twin $50k's and their rise in the promotion business. They discuss Chris Bears hot streak, Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series at Bandimere and round the show out by previewing what could easily be the biggest WFC ever. 

    Recap of Bristol National, Ultimate 64, Summer Door Car Shootout and Sean Serra Memorial!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2023 77:11


    Busy week in sportsman drag racing. Lots to recap, Luke and Jed begin with the NHRA Bristol National and some of the points changes and implications. They also cover the Ultimate 64 and the Sean Serra Memorial. Of course a huge Summer Door Car Shootout recap, as well. Tune in for all things Sportsman Drag Racing! 

    5 Big Questions for the Second Half of 2023 with Willie Burnett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2023 72:52


    Willie Burnett joins the show this week to weigh in on Lukes 5 big questions for the second half of 2023. They also cover a few results and of course preview the Summer Door Car Shootout at I-57 Dragway. 

    SFG Superbowl, Spring Stampede, Bernie Mann, and some NHRA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 71:51


    Bracket heavy show, with some results and commentary from the SFG Superbowl, Spring Stampede in Texas, the Bernie Mann Memorial No Delay Nationals. The guys discuss an unfortunate on track incident at Earlville, and some limited NHRA results. Lots on tap coming up in the next weeks stay tuned!  

    2023 Dream Team Challenge and Rizzoli Continues Stock Hot Streak!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 85:29


    The guys discuss the Great American Dream Team Challenge at Holly Springs at length. NHRA Route 66 Nationals and the Dallas Divisional was also covered as well as an update on points implications on the NHRA side. 

    Rex Simmermaker on WinLight Bets and the pending marriage between drag racing and sports wagering

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2023 58:04


    Luke is joined by Rex Simmermaker of WinLight Bets, as they discuss the changing climate of sports betting and gambling in general, and the opportunities afforded to sportsman drag racing as a result. Rex details the new WinLight Bets App, his vision in founding the organization, and where it could lead. Is real time (and real money) wagering on the horizon? If/when that does happen, what are the chances that wagering impacts the validity of competition? Where does the money come from, and where does it (or could it) go? Prior to bringing Rex on the show, Luke shares initial reaction to the Spring Fling's incredible 3-minute sellout of the Fall Fling event, and previews what promises to be a huge show next week.

    Lane Dicken Captures Richest Payday in Beech Bend History & How the Live Feed Impacts Competition

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 80:55


    TB Promotions $100k recap, and a deep dive into how the various life feeds may or may not be affecting us as competitors! Tune in for this awesome episode! 

    Sherman Adcock may not be human after all… and the bracket scene begins to ramp up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2023 73:44


    In this weeks episode the guys cover some Spring Fling Galot results, the Charlotte 4-wides and of course preview the TB Promotions $100k that is coming up this weekend at Bowling Green. 

    The Rich Get Richer: Adcock, Rizzoli, Helms continue to roll

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 79:56


    NHRA heavy episode with a bunch of divisional results and updated points chases in most of the NHRA Sportsman classes. 

    NHRA Vegas 4-wides

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2023 51:01


    Somewhat light content today, the guys discuss the NHRA Vegas 4-wides and some results from the LODRS at Cecil County. 

    All Things Fling & AB's continued dominance

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 94:12


    West coast domination? Luke and Jed discuss all things Spring Fling Million. They also dive into Anthony Bertozzi's recent dominance. Tune in to hear their take!

    Inside the Fling: A deep dive into the 2022 Spring Fling Million.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 131:52


    In honor of this year's Spring Fling Million, Luke & Jed were joined by Peter Biondo to dive deep into the competitive elements of the most-prestigious race of the year: The Moser Engineering Spring Fling Million.This bonus episode includes over 2 hours of strategic commentary and race insight from Luke, Jed, and Peter. Listen in as the guys go round-by-round from Round 6 to the Final round.The video version of this production is available for free, complete with live stream clips, live timing data, and commentary video.Watch at thisisbracketracing.com/recap

    Spring Fling Million Preview, Final Events at Houston & Phoenix, and The Best Characters in Racing Final Four

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 53:23


    Luke, racing at Pomona during the show, and Jed, recap some NHRA results, and then start into the 2023 truncated version of the March Madness Sportsman Drag Racing Podcast edition. 

    Gulfport Footbrake 150, SGMP Divisional, Carolina Dragway $20k's and intro to Tourney Time 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 59:08


    Jed goes solo for episode 315. He goes deep into the Footbrake 150, and covers some pro parenting tips! Also, the SGMP Division 2 LODRS, and Carolina Dragway $20k's. Jed also introduces some possible "entries" for this years March Madness Tournament parody. Tune in! 

    Gator Nat's Recap (our fortune telling prowess remains intact!) Joined by Tyler Bohannon and Brian Whitworth

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 72:49


    Luke and Jed are still on a roll with their picks...kinda. Tune in to see how they did. Also, we cover the WTR race at Montgomery. Tyler Bohannon and Brian Whitworth also join us to discuss their racing ventures and of course TB Promotions at Bowling Green. 

    Welcome to the Mystic podcast, where Luke & Jed can tell the future!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 73:26


    Luke and Jed have started the season with some killer predictions. They cover Baby Gator results, the Top Bulb 150 at Gulfport and the West Coast Bracket Races event at Tucson. A relatively action packed weekend for March! Tune in now to hear the guys take on the weekends happenings. 

    NHRA Lucas Oil Series stories from Phoenix & Belle Rose, another racing legend passes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 67:03


    Luke and Jed both bid farewell to another racing legend that has passed. They also recap 3 of the latest LODRS races, tune in for another entertaining, informative episode! 

    Bold Predictions for 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 61:16


    Luke and Jed make their annual bold...or maybe not so bold predictions for the 2023 season. 

    RIP Frank Aragona, a Cajun poker run, and tree scrambling?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 29:12


    No Jed, Luke is  solo this week. There is some significant news worth touching on & it feels time sensitive.So we're going to hit it here, but this show will be brief.

    Ask Us Anything

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 95:41


    Luke & Jed take listener submitted questions, weighing in with their thoughts and opinions on the topics that are important to you!

    Is Super Stock about to get sloppy? Changes to the NHRA points program, the Fall Fling 48 All-Star Field, and Big Buck Bracket Racing in 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 69:49


    The guys discuss changes to the NHRA rule book and points series calculations/claims. They also discuss the Fling brands 48 racer invitational, that continues to shape up to be very interesting.

    The 2022 Poddies Part 2!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 63:29


    2022 in Review! Luke & Jed discuss the Story of the Year, Best Single Round, the goat...and the GOAT of 2022!

    The 2022 Poddies!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 59:20


    2022 in Review! Luke & Jed discuss the Best Win, WTF Moment of the Season, and some of the most memorable moments of 2022.

    The OG Gets a New Home, The Columbus Dozen, and the Long Awaited Return of: US Olympic Athlete, Adult Film Star, Sportsman Drag Racer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 109:24


    Another big live recorded episode, the guys discuss the new location for the OG million, The Fling brand's Columbus dozen, and the rest of the Florida racing results. Of course, as always highly anticipated, the return of US Olympic Athlete, Adult Film Star, or Sportsman Drag Racer.

    PRI, The Fling's Nasty Dozen and Winter Series Results

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2022 94:41


    A few short days removed from PRI, the crew got together. They discuss the very intriguing Nasty Dozen that will be chose by The Flings brand, and the format that they have developed, and of course we cover what winter results have been occurring.

    The Face of Sportsman Drag Racing in Your state (part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2022 91:55


    A continuation of last weeks "Face of racing in your state". The guys also throw in some results from of the limited bracket racing results in North Carolina and Florida.

    The Face of Sportsman Drag Racing in Your state

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2022 88:15


    A conversation between Luke and his son Gary spurred this topic, who is the face of the sport in EACH state. They go state by state and have a spirited discussion on the topic, tune in to hear who they think represents each state!

    The Man, the Myth, the LEGEND: Bob Locke

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022 82:35


    The guys get to interview the man behind one of, if not the greatest sportsman racing feats of 2022, Bob Locke. Tune in for an outstanding story of faith, and hope that led to the 2022 Super Gas World Championship. A couple of bracket races with their results also, including a $40k top bulb win off the foot, and Jeff Serra winning on the west coast.

    Bob Locke, Peter the Great, & Pete the Great… An Epic ending to the 2022 season

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 105:02


    Live for 300! Pomona: Bob Locke Cooter Lance Abbott Peter the great Pete the great Plus-listener submissions: AMA!

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