The Teardown

We have reach the end of the first week of the NASCAR anti-trust trial, and what a way to wrap up the week. After hearing testimony from NASCAR President Steve O'Donnell and co-owner of Joe Gibbs Racing Heather Gibbs, none other than Michael Jordan took the stand. Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi continued to take notes in the courtroom, and they again took to the airwaves this evening to fill listeners one what transpired in day five. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The trial of the century continues on. Today we continue to hear cross examination of Front Row Motorsports' owner Bob Jenkins. After his testimony concluded, NASCAR President Steve O'Donnell took the stand. Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi continue their excellent courthouse coverage as the trial rolls towards the end of its first week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Day 3 of the NASCAR antitrust lawsuit began with NASCAR executive Scott Prime returning to the stand. Later, Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins provided witness testimony. During the proceedings, the jury had reactions to some of the questions asked, and with the jury out of the room, Judge Bell addressed NASCAR's lawyers regarding two matters related to evidentiary orders.Legal analyst Shannon McMinimee also joined the discussion to break down the day's events. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Day 2 of the NASCAR antitrust lawsuit saw fiery and combative testimony from Denny Hamlin, followed by NASCAR executive Scott Prime, who was questioned on NASCAR's potentially monopolistic practices.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports trial is underway in Charlotte. Jeff and Jordan share all the key details from Day 1, including Denny Hamlin's testimony, opening statements and jury selection. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Motorsports writers Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi are joined by attorney Shannon McMinimee to preview the 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports vs. NASCAR monopoly trial, which begins Dec. 1 in Charlotte, N.C. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Week 1 of the offseason, Jeff and Jordan have been appointed czars of NASCAR -- honorary France family members -- for a day. Here's what they would do to turn NASCAR around and try to make the fans happy again.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff and Jordan digest the outcome of the 2025 NASCAR Championship Race at Phoenix and talk to the new Cup champion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff and Jordan react to NASCAR determining its Championship 4 drivers at Martinsville Speedway and share their analysis for the title race next week at Phoenix Raceway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two organizations blow a golden chance to secure a Championship 4 berth, clearing the path for another team to win at Talladega Superspeedway instead. Jeff and Jordan are on site in Alabama to discuss all things 'Dega, the impact on the playoffs and the latest news of the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first puzzle piece of this season's Championship 4 is now set, with one driver scoring the victory at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in stirring fashion. Jeff and Jordan break down what the milestone win means and how it will affect the playoffs going forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The playoff elimination battle at the Roval comes down to the final lap while the race for the win turns into a runaway. Jeff and Jordan break down the four drivers who missed the cut, look at the next round and debate whether the ending of Sunday's race was legal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One driver goes eighth to first in two laps to score a surprising Kansas Speedway victory in overtime while a group of drivers are left wondering what might have been. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Team Penske is up to its familiar playoff routine and dominates New Hampshire while another team has some drama between two of its drivers. Plus Jeff gives the latest update on where things stand with NASCAR's playoff committee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A surprising high-wear tire race at Bristol Motor Speedway presents a puzzle for playoff teams as Round 1 ends. Jeff and Jordan look back on a wild race, talk about who missed the cut and what the playoffs might look like going forward.

Jeff and Jordan discuss the fallout from the Round 1 NASCAR playoff race at World Wide Technology Raceway -- and Jeff has suddenly changed his tune on who the championship favorites are.

The Southern 500 winner joins Jeff and Jordan for the first half of the show! Then the guys discuss one team's big struggles at Darlington, run through the playoff field's outlook and share the latest from the 23XI/Front Row/NASCAR lawsuit.

Austin Dillon talks PBR, tacos in Welcome, NC, celebrating Richmond with a burnout in his gold Camaro, and pushing through broken ribs.Kyle Larson shares how his daughter Audrey flipped a kart and called it “fun,” his hands-off parenting style at the track, and the 5 team's rollercoaster season.Christopher Bell recalls Adam Stevens smashing pit box monitors, his friendship with Chase Briscoe, and gives his honest thoughts on NASCAR's championship format.Denny Hamlin trades trash talk for fishing stories, breaks down penalties and Playoff chaos, and questions how NASCAR builds star power.William Byron reflects on his regular season title, closing races stronger, and balancing impostor syndrome with growing confidence as a leader.Bubba Wallace claps back at “Fakebook” headlines, talks consistency and strollers, and explains why the Roval and Talladega could be his sweet spot.Tyler Reddick addresses the mullet slander, life as a two-time dad, optimism for Darlington, and where he wishes NASCAR would race next.Josh Berry talks about his first Cup Media Day, being overlooked, optimism for Darlington, and ranks his kids' favorite (awful) shows.Timestamps:1:00 - Austin Dillon16:05 - Kyle Larson27:00 - Christopher Bell39:31 -  Denny Hamlin52:15 - William Byron1:07:02 - Bubba Wallace1:22:04 - Tyler Reddick1:38:45 - Josh Berry 

Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi sit down with Austin Cindric, Chase Elliott, Chase Briscoe, Ryan Blaney, Shane Van Gisbergen, Alex Bowman, Joey Logano and Ross Chastain in Part 1 of their Playoff Media Day special, and you know The Teardown doesn't do standard, boring conversation. Jeff and Jordan had Blaney talking about baby strollers, Cindric cracking jokes about getting buried in a car, Logano telling them what ticks him off the most, and we're pretty sure Bowman is avoiding anything with more than four legs from now on.Driver interviews::45 Austin Cindric6:59 Chase Elliott22:15 Chase Briscoe36:04 Ryan Blaney50:23 Shane Van Gisbergen1:02:14 Alex Bowman1:13:40 Joey Logano1:26:17 Ross Chastain

Jeff and Jordan are on site at Daytona International Speedway to discuss the NASCAR Cup Series regular season finale, offer their playoff predictions and share thoughts on the latest news of the week.

NASCAR sees its biggest upset of the season as a surprise winner shakes up the playoff picture with two races remaining in the regular season. The guys dive into what it means for the driver and his team, take a look at the impact on the other postseason hopefuls and discuss Jordan's latest NASCAR schedule news.

The latest in a string of lackluster NASCAR Cup Series races has Jeff and Jordan taking the temperature of the fan base -- and not being optimistic about what they find. Plus the guys debate the GOAT of NASCAR road course racing and take a look at the playoff picture with two races remaining in the regular season.

Another fuel-mileage race, this time at Iowa Speedway, sees one driver stretch his gas tank for the final 144 laps of the race to return to victory lane. Jeff and Jordan break it all down and discuss the latest in the race to the playoffs as well as this week's NASCAR news and more.

One driver gets his first career NASCAR crown jewel victory in dramatic fashion at the Brickyard 400 and wins his way into the playoffs. Meanwhile, the NASCAR playoff format debate pops up again -- and Jeff has some revealing information about where things stand.

From the late restarts between Joe Gibbs Racing teammates to Chase Elliott's questionable pit strategy to the In-Season Challenge, Jeff and Jordan break down all things Dover Motor Speedway in the latest episode of The Teardown. Plus the guys talk covering the small teams and give the latest lawsuit update.

Sonoma sees a predictable winner and more road course domination from one driver, and the In-Season Bracket Challenge sees a Cinderella advance to the final four. Plus the guys discuss the return of the Clash to Bowman Gray Stadium and weigh what the latest developments in the 23XI/Front Row lawsuit against NASCAR mean.

After what may have been the final edition of the Chicago Street Course Race, Jeff and Jordan recap one driver's predictable victory and break down the actual surprises from the race and the In-Season Challenge.

An incredible Atlanta race leaves Jeff and Jordan buzzing about the 1.5-mile track's transformation and the guys dissect the impact of a wide-open wild card race on the season as a whole. Plus they go through the first race of the In-Season Challenge results and review TNT's return to NASCAR coverage.

One driver preserves his fuel against tall odds to win for the first time this season while dirty air thwarts his competitors at Pocono Raceway. Plus Jeff and Jordan discuss all the latest NASCAR news, including the potential San Diego street race, the in-season tournament, Carson Hocevar's fine and Amazon Prime Video's coverage.

Jeff and Jordan are live from Mexico City -- and joined by NASCAR's Ben Kennedy to open the show -- to discuss their experience at NASCAR's first international points race for the Cup Series since 1958.

Jeff and Jordan are both on site at Michigan International Speedway to rave about the excellent racing they witnessed, discuss all the happenings from the weekend and look ahead to the Mexico City race. Also, the guys discuss Ram's re-entry into the Truck Series and give their take on the latest from the 23XI vs. NASCAR lawsuit.

Jeff and Jordan dissect all things Nashville, including a breakthrough win for one driver and a clash between a newcomer and a veteran. Plus the guys weigh in on the latest news, including Jim France's now-defunct plans to fund a car at Sonoma.

With a night to sleep on what they saw at Indy and Charlotte, Jeff and Jordan debate whether The Double is possible in the future, examine Ross Chastain's excellent season, ponder what was so good about the Amazon Prime broadcast and discuss the Indy 500 as well.

With Jordan at the NASCAR All-Star Race and Jeff at Indianapolis 500 qualifying, the guys compare notes on their observations from the race weekend and are joined by Indy 500 polesitter Robert Shwartzman. From the promoter's caution to the future of the All-Star Race to the bravery of Indy 500 drivers, there's plenty to discuss this week.

Kansas turns into one driver's playground yet again as the track fails to live up to its recent string of memorable races. Jeff and Jordan discuss what role domination plays in how a race is viewed, offer the latest on the 23XI/Front Row vs. NASCAR lawsuit and weigh in on what tracks would make their championship rotation.

The guys explore the roots of a chaotic Texas race and ponder the missed opportunities for many drivers in Sunday's race. Plus Jeff and Jordan revisit the "run what you brung" conversation after a week of debate.

A clean and green Talladega race has Jeff and Jordan discussing the state of superspeedway racing again, plus Jeff goes on an epic rant after hearing some news from Jordan. Also, the guys talk about the latest NASCAR news including Homestead as the season finale and Rodney Childers being fired from Spire Motorsports.

A disappointing race at Bristol Motor Speedway leaves Jeff and Jordan disagreeing on where to point the finger. Plus, the guys talk about Kyle Larson's dominance and reflect on the loss of two friends close to the NASCAR world this week.

One driver dominates at Darlington only to see his victory disappear, while another comes out of nowhere to steal a victory at the "Track Too Tough To Tame." Jeff and Jordan are on-site together for the first time since Daytona to discuss everything they saw this weekend and discuss various other news topics in NASCAR this week.

One driver tames Martinsville Speedway for the sixth time, but Jeff and Jordan can't look past the eventful Xfinity Series race on Saturday as the talk of the weekend. Plus the guys talk about their ideas for what else could be done to spice up NASCAR short track racing.

A naturally unfolding race at Homestead-Miami Speedway reignites championship talk and sees one driver's talent shine through. Jeff and Jordan discuss the future for Homestead and examine the NASCAR Cup Series field after six points races so far this season.

NASCAR gets a surprising winner at Las Vegas Motor Speedway for the first intermediate track race of the season, raising questions about what this means for the current power team dynamics in the Cup Series.