The Teardown

What a start it's been for Tyler Reddick in 2026. He's now won four of the first six events, including superspeedways, a road course and an intermediate. Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case in Darlington, and they took to the airwaves after the race to chat about Tyler and 23XI Racing's hot streak, RFK's impressive showing and Hendrick Motorsports struggles. Plus, the guys give their team power rankings for so far this year and an updated look at the points race.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Denny Hamlin captured his 61st NASCAR Cup Series victory in Las Vegas, but the big story of the week was Daniel Suarez and Ross Chastain's confrontational spillover on pit road. Motorsports reporter Jeff Gluck dove into the story with both feet, interviewing Daniel on SiriuxSM and then inviting Ricky Stenhouse Jr., the honorary last driver to throw a punch and pay for it, to the Gluckcast to discuss the topic at large. Jeff also chats with Justin Allgaier on the heels of the news that Alex Bowman will be missing the next three races due to lingering affects of vertigo. Justin has been tabbed as the substitute for the 48, and will be juggling getting the car back into points contention along with his day job, driving the JR Motorsports number-7 and leading the O'Reilly Series points.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Denny wins in the desert is a story we've all heard before, but this time it's his 61st NASCAR Cup victory. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case, and they took to the airwaves after the race to discuss Toyota's continued dominance in 2026 and how the points standings are starting to look the way we all imagined they would. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As NASCAR moves on from Phoenix to Las Vegas, motorsports reporter Jeff Gluck sits down with two drivers who find themselves at opposite ends of the new points format: Chase Briscoe and Shane Van Gisbergen. They both discuss how their teams are strategizing for the new format, including having an average point total goal for each week to help keep them above the Chase cut-off line. Jeff also chats with reporter Bob Pockrass to learn more about the upcoming IndyCar Series events in Arlington and Washington D.C. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What didn't Team Penske win this weekend in Phoenix? After David Malukas captured the pole and Josef Newgarden brought home first place honors in the IndyCar portion of the doubleheader, Joey Logano laid down the quickest lap and Ryan Blaney captured the win in the NASCAR Cup Series. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case, and they took to the airwaves post-race to unpack what ended up being a chaotic, tire-cutting affair in the desert. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Motorsports has always thrived off of the personalities of its competitors. On this episode of the Gluckcast, motorsports journalist Jeff Gluck takes a peek under the helmet and helps paint a picture of some of the most compelling driver-related stories in the sport today. On the heels of a grueling afternoon at COTA that saw him pass out from heat exhaustion, AJ Allmendinger chats with Jeff about his grit and fortitude, and not wanting to give up despite a cool shirt failure during the race. Ty Dillon joins the show to help listeners understand why Richard Childress Racing is taking a chance on the unproven talent of Cleetus McFarland. IndyCar driver and personality Conor Daly calls in to chat about the star power of Pato O'Ward and how it's helping the series rise to new popularity on an international scale. Finally, legendary film director John Dahl joins the show to talk about the importance of the NASCAR Full Speed series and how it helps to humanize drivers to race fans and viewers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As NASCAR embarks on its 77th season of competition, one would think there are no records left within reach of breaking. Tyler Reddick denied that notion today, as he became the first driver in NASCAR history to win the first three races of a season. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case, and they reconvened for a new episode of the Teardown to unpack Tyler's historic feat and how he held off none other than SVG to capture the first road course race of the year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Atlanta this past weekend was exhilarating, and Jeff Gluck is here to put a bow on it. He sits down with the major news makers of the week, including Carson Hocevar who found himself in the headlines again despite coming up short in the Cup race and Rajah Caruth, who is quietly putting together an excellent O'Reilly Series season. Jeff also chats with young phenom Brent Crews ahead of his O'Reilly Series debut and the man who makes the exciting calls for the series, commentator Adam Alexander. Plus, Jeff reacts to the NASCAR All-Star race format and looks ahead to COTA and St. Pete. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NASCAR fans were in for another edition of high-banks, drafting calamity this weekend in Hotlanta. NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi have the scoop as Tyler Reddick captured his second consecutive win to kick off the 2026 season.  The guys discuss 23XI Racing's hot start and some of the struggles other championship contenders are showing early on so far this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Gluckcast is officially here! Longtime motorsports journalist Jeff Gluck debuts his new mid-week talk show, which will cover the latest storylines and opinions as well as interviews with current newsmakers in the industry. In the first episode, Jeff ties up loose ends from Daytona, chatting with Dale Earnhardt Jr. about his latest viral video clip and debating Freddie Kraft about Cleetus McFarland's NASCAR Truck debut. He also catches up with Riley Herbst and unpacks the chaotic finish of the Great American Race. Finally, Jeff sits down with NASCAR Race Director Tim Bermann to discuss the consistency in the calls throughout the Daytona weekend and how the booth held the yellows to allow the races to play out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Great American Race is officially in the books, and Tyler Reddick broke through to capture the biggest win in his career. Our resident reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the scene in Daytona, and they checked into the Teardown to discuss what was a relatively controversy-free race, what to do about fuel saving and how the points are looking after race one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were back at NASCAR media day to do the unthinkable: interview the entire Cup garage in one sitting. After nearly seven straight hours of interviews, we're bringing your our favorite moments of the day including Erik Jones hunting for mountain lions, Ryan Blaney's llama and Joey Logano's new look.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Clash is in the books, and the teams are heading south to Daytona. This can mean only mean one thing: the 2026 NASCAR season is officially underway. In true Teardown tradition, our hosts Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi reconvene to rank the 2026 Cup Series roster and give a team-by-team analysis. They also take the opportunity to make some very early championship picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Through a massive snow storm and an unexpected burst of sleet, NASCAR was finally able to complete the Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the scene in Winston Salem, North Carolina, and they reported for another edition of the Teardown to unpack the action and debate the future of the event. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2026 is starting off with a bang as NASCAR announced it's new championship format ahead of the racing season. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were live on the scene as a press conference was held featuring Dale Earnhardt Jr., Mark Martin, Steve O'Donnell and others to introduce a ten-race Chase for the Championship-style points format. The guys react to the news and welcome Mark Martin onto the show to talk about how this change came to be and what fans can look forward this year.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A settlement has been reached in the historic NASCAR Antitrust trial. Our resident reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi check-in for an emergency episode to fill listeners in on what the two sides agreed upon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

23XI and Front Row Motorsports lawyers wrap up their case today, and the NASCAR Antitrust trial moves into NASCAR's defense. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were back in the courtroom as NASCAR cross examined Jim France and heard testimony from NASCAR CFO Greg Motto and one of the leading engineers of the Next Gen car, John Probst.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We had a blockbuster day in the NASCAR Antitrust Trial, as Steve Phelps, Richard Childress and Jim France all took the stand. Thankfully, our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case, and the took over the airwaves tonight to fill listeners in on everything that transpired during day seven. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are officially in the second week in the trial of the century. We started out hearing more cross examination of RTA Executive Director Jonathan Marshall and we also heard expert testimony from Edward Snyder. Our resident reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were back in the courtroom, and they fill listeners in on everything that happened during day six. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.