Podcasts about dragway

I have Mr Eddie Shoemaker owner of Mobile International Speedway and Mobile Dragway coming on to talk about their seasons at both tracks and updates on both tracks and more. I'll be talking about Tri-County Speedway.  We had a big race this past weekend. I'll be talking fuel safety 2. 

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You see the smile and the bag of Red Frogs (they are like Swedish Fish candies) approaching, you know you are going to have a visit with the most friendly of people (ranked #67 worldwide on the friendly meter). One of the most famous drag race callers and genuinely likable persons, Alan Ward from Australia is our guest today. Some of the topics covered today include: that traveling Alan, Big Ronnie, talking good race manager, helping fellow racers get back to racing, Rock 'n' Race 2023, how you can tell if the world hasn't ended, the beautiful Claire, folks from Australia that may be visiting R'n'R, Alan Ward Tours, Alan in SD, talk slower and add them "r"s in American, Alan teaches Australian, "Americanisms", where is Alan from in Australia (AU) , how many drag strips are in AU, camels, traveling all over AU calling drag races, "you're dead a long time, live now", drag and drive, front engine dragsters, how does Alan prepare for calling a multi-day drag race, the on track heroics from last year's R'n'R, painting the verbal picture from the track, finding the Falcon Guy, Dragway 42, the famous Alan Ward pit walks, when it all starts, how Alan got involved with RnR, how Alan projects all of the fun that is on the track to the listeners, how to get in touch with Alan and so much more! "The more people I meet, the more friends I have" is the way Alan Ward approaches life. A great ambassador for drag racing anywhere in the world, we would advise you never to pass up an opportunity to listen or meet in person Alan Ward. You will never forget the fine experience...

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! 

He is nitro in human form with plaid shorts, a unique hat and a walkie-talkie that never goes silent. Our guest today is Don Moyer who is the promoter of Rock'n'Race at Dragway 42 in Ohio. Some of the topics discussed on today's show include: what is Rock'n'Race (RnR) all about, Larry Dixon, burnout and wheelie contests, big money to be had at RnR for racers this year, 10 BANDS will playing at RnR this year (and one hair band, can't wait!), food trucks a plenty including our favorite Slop Truck, 7 classes of racing this year, Bad Azz Bracket Bash, dig that jet truck,love that 1320 heads up racing (1/8 for BABB), see REAL RACING instead of a parking lot yawn, times for racing, a classic stage, car show fun run, looking for 500 cars to be at RnR, how to stretch your entertainment dollar with a $50 all-you-can-get-folks-in-your-car after 5pm on Saturday, exhibition class, where can spectators can sit, lights and power in the pits?, will Don be in the wheelie contest?, no flag girl this year, Hippie Contest, 14 and under are free!, front engine dragster, 7 classes in all, Shadowoods Race Team, Alan Ward, where to get rooms for the weekend and so much more! We like this guy. We see some of the behind the curtain scenes at RnR and Don is a promoter that busts it to make sure the show is as perfect has he can make it. We put RnR on our schedule as soon as we get the date. It is just that phenomenal. Don has an open invitation to come back on with us anytime...

He is nitro in human form with plaid shorts, unique floppy hat and a walkie-talkie that never is silent. Tonight out guest is Don Moyer, the promoter of the famous Rock'n'Race that is held annually at Dragway 42 in Ohio. Some of the topics discussed on the show include: what Rock'n'Race (RnR) is all about, Larry Dixon, bands-we have bands!, welcome the jet truck, Bad Azz Bracket Bash, gas crunch cars, $50 a car full admission on Saturday, who still has their Gremlin?, that two step rule, BIG MONEY to be had at RnR, wheelie and burn-out contest, love that 1320 at RnR, heads up racing for all (except for the Bad Azz), see real action at West Salem instead of that parking lot get together down south, 10 BIG BANDS for the weekend, a stage made out of a classic truck trailer, HAIR BAND?YES!, 7 year anniversary of RnR, the Woodstock of racing events, 500 cars to be there, exhibition class racers, racing times, power and lights in the pits?, renting campers on site, where spectators can sit,no flag starting for the show cars, our favorite Slop Truck will be there, RnR stretching your entertainment dollars, gassers, hot rods, muscle car, gas crunch, front engine center steer classes, will Don run in the wheel stand contest?,where to get rooms for the weekend, Shadowoods Race Team, directions for racers and fans, Alan Ward, hippie contest and so much more! This race is the one that we put on our schedule as a can't miss. Don puts on a phenomenal race every-single-year, He is an absolutely  amazing guest and is welcomed anytime he wants to drop by.

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. 

Let's Grow Pulling Live Monday, June 5th with RJ Simon, Tim, Mckeon, Greg Elsing, & Dragway 42 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beer-money-pulling-team/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beer-money-pulling-team/support

One of the true great guys that represent the sport of drag racing with gusto, Steve Timoszyk is back with us for the fourth time, and we always look forward to having him with us. Topics discussed on today's show include: that drag racin' Timoszyk Syndicate, the Detroit Dragway Reunion's line-up, Mid Western Nostalgia Pro Stocks, Funny Car Chaos, wanna drive a funny car?, get that wild graduation party rolling!, nitro cars, Al Bergler, F-Troop car, how the grand marshal was picked, Great Lake Gassers, Easy Money, Milan Dragway under the lights, how smoothly the DDR is run, get them burnouts, would Steve drive a front engine dragster, 300 cars for DDR!, hero cards, sure-you can talk to the car owners at the DDR and get a pic, multi-generational fans enjoying nostalgia cars, BUGs, the difference between the DDR and the Nostalgia Nationals, how the cars are assembled for the DDR, Detroit Tiger call out, Rock 'n' Race at Dragway 42, what Steve does on race day, parking those car racing groups, the showmanship of the drivers at the DDR, Chris and the fine crew at Milan, how to get more info about DDR and so much more! We are looking forward to being at Milan Dragway this year to be broadcasting the Detroit Dragway reunion. We will be looking forward to talking with Mr. Timoszyk again either at the track or to have him back with us for his fifth time. Always a great guest!    

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! 

A CKiW iRADIO 76 EXCLUSIVE: Our interview with LID owner Bill Jennings. Topics include: the No-Prep Series between Onondaga Dragway and LID, The "Drag Week" with Milan Dragway and LID (so far), bringing back the "Michigan Nationals" where many of the dragstrips in Michigan come together for a "National" event at a revolving track in Michigan, the breaking news of the Court of Appeals in Michigan ruling 4/12/23 on the LID case (stay tuned) and many, many more topics from Mr. Jennings and LID.

A CKiW iRADIO 76 EXCLUSIVE: We talk to Bill Jennings-owner of the Lapeer International Dragway about topics like: the NEW (and hopefully final) court date just announced this hour (it's 4/12/23-stay tuned!), bringing back the "Michigan National" where dragstrips in Michigan participate all year and then hold a "national event" at a revolving track in Michigan, a no-prep series between the Sloan Onondaga Dragway and LID (talks of more tracks in Michigan next year), a "Drag Week" style weekend between Milan Dragway and LID (again, with more Michigan track in discussions next year), firm upgrades at LID, the LID schedule on the favorable ruling that would start April 12, 2023 and so much more!

Listeners have asked us if we could upload the individual tracks episodes from our overwhelmingly successful two hour "January Dragstrip Madness 2023" for them to listen to. Can do! Here is Nick Janowiak representing Ubly Dragway.

Listeners have asked us if we could upload the individual tracks episodes from our overwhelmingly successful two hour "January Dragstrip Madness 2023" for them to listen to. Can do! Here is Woody Sloan representing Sloan Onondaga Dragway.

Listeners have asked us if we could upload the individual tracks episodes from our overwhelmingly successful two hour "January Dragstrip Madness 2023" for them to listen to. Can do! Here is Brian Ledford representing Northern Michigan Dragway.

Listeners have asked us if we could upload the individual tracks episodes from our overwhelmingly successful two hour "January Dragstrip Madness 2023" for them to listen to. Can do! Here is Perry Merlo representing Milan Dragway.

Listeners have asked us if we could upload the individual tracks episodes from our overwhelmingly successful two hour "January Dragstrip Madness 2023" for them to listen to. Can do! Here is Bill Jennings representing Lapeer International Dragway.

Listeners have asked us if we could upload the individual tracks episodes from our overwhelmingly successful two hour "January Dragstrip Madness 2023" for them to listen to. Can do! Here is Mary Ann Matcham representing Ohio's Dragway 42.

Just when you thought Episode 105 broke the internet, WELCOME to Episode 106! Brian & Jimmy welcome Bryan Chapman of Four States Performance & Brian's partner at I-30 Dragway to the show, as well as the one and only James "Mr. Whipple" Futch! This one was a blast to record, plus the guys give a little insight as far as what to expect from the track moving forward....Support the show

Only CKiW iRADIO 76 can bring you this kind of show to keep you  up-to-the-minute informed on what is going on at ALL of the dragstrips in Michigan and Dragway 42 in Ohio.Today, you will hear EXCLUSIVELY from the owners/GM of their tracks talking about what is new for 2023 and other inside information that is an EXCLUSIVE to you! The line up in this podcast (picked by computer) goes as follows: U.S. 131 Motorsports Park, Northern Michigan Dragway, Milan Dragway, Ubly Dragway, Dragway 42, Lapeer International Dragway, Airfield Drags, Sloan Onondaga Dragway and we covered the schedule for the Mid-Michigan Motorplex. Over TWO full hours of non-stop talking drag racing directly from the source from the ONLY station that gives a DAMN about the greatest sport on earth-drag racing- welcome to CKiW iRADIO 76! 

The Cape Breton Drag Racing Association is getting $65,975 from ACOA to make improvements to the Dragway in Sydney. The upgrades will support the racetrack in becoming a National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) sanctioned facility.

Bill Jennings,owner of the Lapeer International Dragway is one of our favorite returning guests that we have had here on the "5:15". Straight talker with no filter (and we mean none) and plenty of vision and energy for his track, we always look forward to having Mr. Jennings on to hear what is on his mind. Topics talked about on today's show include: an update to his legal case about LID, snowmobile racing coming, running the track all year round perhaps, concerts at LID, Halloween Fun at LID and a real 20 foot pumpkin drop, that wild candy drop, kids power wheel racing, Bill's daughter and the story, how LID went full WDRA and why, on line betting at LID?, Bill buys a school, snowmobiles at LID, what is on the slate for 2023 for LID, what is happening with with suites and bleachers, the pits and return road and so much more! ED. Note: the show ends abruptly as the battery in Mr. Jenning's phone dies. We will have him on in the near future to continue the podcast with him.

Let's Grow Pulling Live Monday, Sept 19th with Kyle Matcham with Dragway 42 and Brent Roberts with Bedford, IA --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beer-money-pulling-team/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beer-money-pulling-team/support

If you're any kind of street & grudge racing fan, you're gonna want to hear this one just to prepare yourself for what's to come later this week! We announce the Baddest Small Tire in America race coming to I-30 Dragway in October put on by Limpy and Dan Lee of DFWSS, as well as a very special podcast episode that will drop this week...Cigar TalkLite up a cigar, pour yourself a drink, sit back and enjoy the fastest growing Cigar...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Cigar TalkLite up a cigar, pour yourself a drink, sit back and enjoy the fastest growing Cigar...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Brian got a chance to sit down with Mark Griffin from Compressed Air Supercharging (CAS), the title sponsor for the 1st Annual CAS Labor Day Racer Appreciation Bash in the Crow's Nest at I-30 Dragway. Listen in as Mark talks about CAS and the benefits of its use over traditional power adders, this is some really cool stuff! Cigar TalkLite up a cigar, pour yourself a drink, sit back and enjoy the fastest growing Cigar...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Getting the weekend kicked off with the man who brought drag racing back to Northeast Texas, Brian Self himself - Better-known as "Lump" to the drag racing world. In #85, we talk about everything from Lump's background in racing to why in the world he thought it was a good idea to buy a dragstrip...There's also plenty of Hometown Hot Rodder grab ass in this one, so enjoy!!Cigar TalkLite up a cigar, pour yourself a drink, sit back and enjoy the fastest growing Cigar...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

-EXCLUSIVE BREAKING NEWS- an emergency reversal to be filed in just a few days AND no more IHRA next year at LID. At CKiW iRADIO 76, we do neither politics or hearsay. We go right to the source to get the facts of any breaking story that we are covering. Today, we did just that by welcoming back Bill Jennings who is the owner of the Lapeer International Dragway. In today's podcast, topics discussed today include: a quick rewind on how we got here (no politicians involved, just 12 unhappy locals), going C-2, that darn judge, how the law works, the original injunction, "the worst opinion ever", strange bed fellows, Halloween Week at LID with paintball, candy and spooks?, music shows next year for 10,000 fans at LID, crazy VIP suites with log cabin insides with catering, wedding receptions spoken here, racing under the lights, the million dollar pits for 700 cars and a bit more, no more IHRA next year at LID, running to Midnight under the lights Friday and Saturday next year  if the injunction is lifted, new broadcast booth (YAHOO!), that new LID Facebook Admin, why he doesn't just quit and so much more!

Rock and Roll Engineering's Bruce Fulper is on the show! Bruce has quite the story.In 1971 he won the first ever "Bracket" race held at Dragway 42 during the IHRA Summernationals with his '53 Buick Super. In 2017 he would go on to win the Nostalgia Nationals at Fontana with the same '53 Buick.He began announcing racing in 1979 and has gone on to announce with the likes of Alan Rhienhart and Bob Unkefer, to name just two. Racing and engine building has been in his blood for decades. In 2004 he beat PC Richards at Indy! Bruce has quite the story!You can help support Class Racing Today with your donations at classracingtoday.comThank you!

Brian & Jimmy fire up the recorder for Episode 71 to recap the Stormin Six event at I-30 Dragway, as well as roll out the new ad package & even find some time to share the Government's wisdom in how you can save some of that gas money....Cigar TalkLite up a cigar, pour yourself a drink, sit back and enjoy the fastest growing Cigar...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Attention all you drag racing fans - You won't want to miss this one, Brian & Jimmy get to chop it up with Track Manager, Charles Ford...Cigar TalkLite up a cigar, pour yourself a drink, sit back and enjoy the fastest growing Cigar...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

When we were at Dragway 42 in '21, we saw this Amish buggy get to the pre-stage line and then a jet engine woke up in the back and it propelled it down the length of the drag strip. On Amish buggy tires that is no wider than an inch. Today, we have the owners of the "Thunder Buggy" with us as we had questions like: who came up with the idea, how fast does it goes, how to make it stop, is it a real Amish buggy, test and tune for the first time on an airport runway, jet mechanic anyone, thinking out of the box, them air bags, one inch tire, the Amish reaction, traveling all over with the buggy, garage full of jet engines and so much more. Great guys, go see them if they come near your city. You will not be disappointed!

It was our event of the year in 2021 and we can't wait to start broadcasting from there again this year. This event is an absolute blast and here to talk about it is Don Moyer - promoter of Rock'n'Race @ Dragway 42. Topics include: how to describe the fun of R'N'R, try to find Don, bands, campfires and racing, race prep for this event, get that 33 Willys ready, who's driving that car, parking at the staging lane, look at that many cars, what R'N'R is all about and every class, look at how many bands are playing this weekend, there is lots for fans to do all weekend long, love that Slop Truck!, showers anyone?, rent a camper for the weekend @42, show cars, swap meet, flag girls, let's talk 1320, 500 cars?, rocket motorcycle, funny cars this year!, Willys reunion match race, get that Willys model, 5 pm racing on Saturday madness, Larry Dixon, real drag racing, no dial in or peddling, wheel standing contest, Thursday filling up at 42 with racers, the Woodstock of Drag racing, get that RNR swag, no two step, them photo folks, get your tickets early, 14 and under free, swap meet, here is that band line-up, the greatest Best Western and so much more! RNR is like Christmas in July and we are absolutely that excited to go!

Do you want to know what it's like to drive a funny car? Meet Nick Poloson. His hobbies include playing music out at local venues and racing funny cars. Hear about how he got started, his career path and the road he's traveled.Image courtesy of Kevin Cooley.Connect with Nick on FacebookIf you would like to hear about a profession or love what you do, I would love to hear from you! And if you're enjoying these podcasts, please give me a rating of five stars!Connect with Bonnie: https://www.bonnielang.com/igniteConnect with Bonnie on Instagram: @bonnielang.com    

Daily Dose of Drag and Drive #39 Last Day for Pre-Sell Merch purchase, Survive a Drag and Drive Tip recap, Last Day for Merch – 1 Shirt or Hat - $25 shipped, 2 items (2 shirts or 1 shirt/1 hat or 2 hats) is $40 shipped. Each additional shirt or hat is $20 if bundled on same order, shipped to same address. Hoodies are $45 shipped. Survive a Drag and Drive Tip Recap Bulb Etiquette – Don't double bulb competitors / Hydrate Subscribe to Summit Racing House of Hustle – share with your friends so they can watch from home/work. - https://www.youtube.com/c/SummitRacingMidwestDrags Gear Vendor Live Stream will begin Moser Monday. Racer and Sponsor Interviews, Test Hits, Vehicle Coverage Summit Racing is honoring Americas veterans with Free Spectator entry to each track of Midwest Drags. Tag your friends that are close to the track along the route! Edgewater in Cleves, OH, US41 in Morocco, IN and Dragway 42 in West Salem, OH. Reminder that Mickey Thompson tires will be on site with a trailer of tires for Midwest Drags RACERS Only. If you win your class on M/T Tires, they will pay your way in to SRMD 2023! Moser Engineering is bringing 10 $250 Gift Cards for racers with drive axle damage during the event! Cards not given for damage will be given at Mahle Motorsports Awards on Friday night. Daily Dose will continue during event: racer thrash stories, who is out, who is fastest, I am stopping by Walt's Hot Rods on Sunday morning for the Daily Dose of Drag and Drive, even if it is from their parking lot. So it will be later than 745 Central.

CKiW iRADIO 76 has been following the Milan Dragway story for a long time now. It's a story that should be a mini-series and it would be a blockbuster. We like the owners of Milan and we make sure to have them on whenever we can so we can provide to you all kinds of facts about Milan Dragway right from the source. It's the CK way. Our guests today are the hard working Perry and Pam Merlo from the Milan Dragway (Harry was gettin' them sponsors). Topics talked about the show today include: what is new at Milan, the new staging lanes, the new burnout box, talking about the track surface, what is the opening date and is it doable, Detroit Dragway Reunion, new Christmas  tree, getting the timing system updated, Pam and that pushing work schedule, how much that Perry and Pam had to learn on the job, folks helping out-Tim, Mark, Les, Chip, Chuck, Bill, J.R., Ron, Dennis, London Township, how Dirty Harry's Performance Shop came together and what it will be, concessions and how that is progressing, water systems at Milan, the deep schedule, how late in the year they may be racing at Milan, VIP building, new sponsors signs, will there be a pre-opening, a 1963 newspaper article and who will be running the first official race at Milan this year, Pam Merlo joins in with us, Harold and that schedule, Autorama, talking about other drag strips, the goodwill towards Milan Dragway from the racers and fans, keeping Perry awake, when will Milan be satisfied and when will  they are done, improving the pits, the playground is on site, Chris Baxter, drag racing and entertainment, band playing at Milan, Bike Night(s) and what that includes, NHRA, lane sponsors, racing Wednesday to Sunday, track rental, new employees, what Pam didn't see coming, being transparent, receiving great support, getting the keys December 20th and January 3rd, the goal date, the Merlo's previous involvement with drag racing, the drag racing community, the announcement of who is going to be the FIRST to lay rubber on the burnout box, no name change to the track, the return of Friday nights, Nostalgia Nats, Team Z, a bit of that court case in Monroe, the epilogue and so much more!

Brian & Meghann sit down with Ken Saner from Bad Idea Customs at I-30 Dragway on Test & Tune night, lots of laughs were had by all...LOLZBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

It only takes a minute to recognize that voice of the Sloan Onondaga Dragway and that overall upbeat personality that is Clyde Newsome. Making his fourth appearance on the "5:15", Mr. Newsome talks about: getting his new shop "Clyde's Rides" on line, new media blasting equipment, "soda blasting" and what that is, kitchen cabinet stripping, glass etching, doing some announcing at the Sloan Onondaga Dragway this year, reports on working on the dragway, Sloan Onondaga schedule, CKiW iRADIO broadcasting at the Great Lake Gasser event from the Sloan Onondaga dragway, PRI, his view about customer service and so much more!

Grab a ginger ale and pull up a chair as two of our all time favorite guests Chip Greene and Chuck Raymo from the Geriatric Race Team is back with us and we could not be happier. These two shining examples for good will ambassadors for drag racing talked about topics including: a soft opening at Milan proposal, looking through the gate at Milan on a Sunday, the Pro/Speed Shop at Milan, concrete pouring, Perry and Pam, the concession building opening, the mysterious Mark and the Pro/Speed Shop proposal, NHRA chassis cert at Milan, Geriatric Race Team sponsoring at Milan, Chip and Chuck's cars, other tracks in Michigan, Big 3 test and tune, NHRA, food pricing, Detroit Beach Pizza, why Indy?, everything Geriatric Race Team for 2022, Drag Race Legends, where is that brake pedal, Rob's new car, going to Dragway 42 perhaps and so much more. Absolutely two of our favorite guests and they have an open invitation to come back with us at anytime. 

in Turn 1 the guys chat with Gari Harper, the new owner of Onawa dragway. Then the guys recap a few headlines and get you set for the weekend of racing to come including the Ice Breaker Challenge at Eagle Raceway and the Bristol Dirt Race

Straight talking, entertaining and absolutely holds nothing back, Bill Jennings, owner of the Lapeer International Dragway is one our our favorite guests and he is back with us today. Topics in our podcast today include: BOMBSHELL- next year, the lanes to be widen to accommodate much faster classes, new bleachers built, new stairs, built 4 foot ramps to work on cars on during the race day, talking about when the scales will be coming to LID, moving the walls, legal disclaimer, legal overview and updates, the backstory of the lawsuit against LID, Bill's almost Mountain in Tennessee that could of been, concerts and weddings in the future at LID, first week of June comes the trial, the "LID Multi-Entertainment Center", don't push the Bill, chassis cert, the schedule so far, top fuel dragsters , fastest city in Michigan event, where is that stage for the concerts going, painting the containers, the LID Halloween Classic, the hours of operation after the injunction is lifted, free LADIES NIGHT and so much more!

ATTENTION DRAG RACERS! Time for the CKiW iRADIO 76's inaugural "January Dragstrip Madness! We have the owners or general managers representing drag strips in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana on to talk about their upcoming season. Each track will have just a ten minute time limit and it's one track after another! The tracks featured are: Dragway 42, Lapeer International Dragway, Mid-Michigan Motorplex*, Milan Dragway, Northern Michigan Dragway, The Airfield Drags, Ubly Dragway, U.S. 41 Motorplex and U.S. 131 Motorsports Park**. We are the ONLY station to bring this amazing  amount of drag racing season information-directly from the sources-to you the drag racer. And we will keep on doing it. Guaranteed...   (* John Sarver stands in for MMM today -** Jay Gilman-Track Manager).

CKiW iRADIO 76 brings you the World Exclusive interview with the two new owners of the Milan Dragway- Harry Bullock and Perry Merlo. Today-right from the source-Harold and Perry talk about: the delays of getting the keys to the track officially, the reasons for wanting to buy the track, when they are thinking of reopening, what they plan to fix right away and what they want to have done in the future, what kinds of racing are they going to have in the 2022 season, resurfacing the track, the electronics, how about bring back Friday night racing, getting staffing hired and where to apply, Chris Baxter, Tim and Steve Timoszyk, Twisted MX, sand drags, marine racing, how their families are going to help out in the track, that Free Press article, when the SCCA calls, selling race fuel, how much land did they get in the deal, NHRA or IHRA, food trucks and bathrooms, Autorama, the future involvement with CKiW iRADIO 76 with the Milan Dragway and so much more! 

Sad new, good news, meh news, we got all the automotive news that matters to the budget minded auto enthusiast covered, plus a lot of off topic talk as always! Show notes can be found at religionofspeed.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

He shoots straighter than any Springfield Armory 1911, we welcome back Bill Jennings-Owner of the Lapeer International Dragway- to talk to us about what is going on with the new/old/pending/legal obstacles that LID is currently/was/is facing. Topics also discussed: a LID book/movie, possible LID tavern, that check from Dodge, what Bill was thinking about buying before he bought LID, George Burns, concerts at LID, paint or no paint of the containers, what is first on the list to be done when all of the legal issues are done, Halloween at LID and so much more!

Rex doesn't have to move thanks to the State Police in Colorado, breaks down the tragic incident at Dragway 42 and what we might be able to do to put a positive spin on a terrible situation; gives race results and highlights the PDRA Pro Stars event. Nick Meloni, the Hottest Driver in TD and TS right now and explains his winning ways.

This week on the DragChamp Show, Shane Sweigart of Competitive Suspension fame joins the show.  The self-proclaimed nerd was a great interview.  While we did get into the details of shocks and suspensions, we learned so much about him and his company.  Since Jake and Shane are such good friends, it was fun listening to them banter back and forth.In addition to suspensions, Shane is also a racer and a race promoter.  We learned about FRBR Promotions which Shane runs with his partner Andy Anderson.  We dove into the details of their events, why they put on races, and what their goals are.  Learn more about Competitive Suspension here.Ryan was out of pocket this week so Jake and Gary carried the show. After the interview they discussed Jake's upcoming Bernie Mann Memorial No Delay Nationals race and briefly touched on the SouthWest Jr. Dragster Series race from I-30 Dragway.If you like this episode, make sure you rate us (5 stars please) and subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Also, help us grow the podcast by sharing with your friends on social media.About The DragChamp ShowThe DragChamp Show is a weekly bench racing style podcast with some of the biggest names in sportsman drag racing. You'll find entertaining racing stories, interesting people, and an all-around good time with sportsman drag racers.The DragChamp Show is hosted by talented drag racing announcers Jake Hodge and Ryan Gleghorn. They're joined by DragChamp founder Gary Don Free.You can contact us at the following: jake@dragchamp.com, ryan@dragchamp.com, and garydon@dragchamp.com or find us on Facebook at @dragchampmagazine. For more DragChamp podcasts click hereSign up for our free newsletter hereTo purchase DragChamp apparel, click here

Lump Self is our guest this week on the DragChamp Show podcast.  Lump is the owner/operator of the newly re-opened I-30 Dragway just east of Dallas.  He also owns Self Motorsports which builds racing engines for sportsman racers across the country.  Lump is better known for his Competition Eliminator, Pro Stock Truck, and Pro Stock talents but more recently has moved into running a race track and building sportsman racing engines.  Our conversation touches on the race track, how his son Bryce, lil Lump, is now running the engine shop, and building race engines that run fast and stay together for 500 passes.  After the interview, the guys discussed a couple of topics including dumping RV tanks at the track and big dollar bracket racing car counts in 2021.  As always, we cover a so much ground on our show.  Check it out and let us know what you think.About The DragChamp ShowThe DragChamp Show is a weekly bench racing style podcast with some of the biggest names in sportsman drag racing. You'll find entertaining racing stories, interesting people, and an all-around good time with sportsman drag racers.The DragChamp Show is hosted by talented drag racing announcers Jake Hodge and Ryan Gleghorn. They're joined by DragChamp founder Gary Don Free.You can contact us at the following: jake@dragchamp.com, ryan@dragchamp.com, and garydon@dragchamp.com or find us on Facebook at @dragchampmagazine. For more DragChamp podcasts click hereSign up for our free newsletter hereTo purchase DragChamp apparel, click here

Drive in with The Morning Ritual weekday mornings on KNST AM790 The Pima County Health Department will not let the Tucson Dragway host events despite being outside on 70 acres. You can go to the gym, a restaurant and a grocery store, all inside, but can't be outside watching cars race.

On this episode of the podcast Tyler sits down with Kyle and Kevin Shipmon of Sonny Shipmon Motorsports, a family owned drag racing team. We talk about bracket drag racing, the 3 generations of Shipmon to be behind the wheel, the business of running a Drag Racing track, and the man who got the family into racing: Sonny Shipmon. This episode is quite the learning experience if you don't know a thing about drag racing. Presented by Performancenter Racing Warehouse in Statesville, North Carolina.