Podcast appearances and mentions of lionel trains

We commemorate the 125th anniversary of Lionel Trains with Roger Carp, author of a number of books about model trains. His most recent book is "Lights, Camera, Lionel Trains! A Photo History of an American Icon." Carp is editor of Classic Toy Trains magazine.

Timed to this momentous event - train historian and author ROGER CARP releases a new book to celebrate the trains' cultural impact in: “LIGHTS, CAMERA, LIONEL TRAINS! A PHOTO HISTORY OF AN AMERICAN ICON.” The book is published by Project Roar Publishing which was established for the purpose to give back to the train collector community and bring sons and fathers together! A timely book indeed! This visually rich book presents 100 stunning photo essays through never-before-seen photographs and incisive commentary. Full-color and black-and-white photographs from archives and private collections tell the story of how one dynamic toy maker arose to influence life in the United States. The images will nurture memories of the electric trains you may have played with or seen in action on television and in motion pictures. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Milwaukee author/Sr. Editor of Classic Toy Trains Magazine for20+ years Roger Carp talks about his latest release “Lights, Camera, LionelTrains!-A Photo History of an American Icon” presenting 100 stunning photo essaysnever seen before in a compelling documentary about the legendary toymaker andhow they became the American cultural and social icon of the 20thcentury! Roger was fascinated by Lionel trains and the creators since receivinga small steam engine & freight as a youngster in '56 growing up in LosAngeles, earned his PhD in American History at UNC-Chapel Hill, and writtenmore than 20 books and special interest publications about Lionel trains,accessories, workers, leaders and the celebrities that collected and playedwith Lionel trains, plus began Project Roar Publishing Co. including “The World'sGreatest Toy Train Maker”, “Collectible Lionel Classics”, Lionel Trains of the 1940's”and the stories behind each Lionel train! Check out the amazing Roger Carp withhis release about Lionel trains on many major platforms and  www.projectroar.comtoday! #rogercarp #author #lioneltrains #lionel #lightscameralioneltrains#milwaukee #losangeles #uncchapelhill #classictoytrainsmagazine #senioreditor#projectroar #projectroarpublishing #americanhistory #spreaker #iheartradio#spotify #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #bitchute #rumble #mikewagner#themikewagnershow #mikewagnerrogercarp #themikewagnershowrogercarp

Milwaukee author/Sr. Editor of Classic Toy Trains Magazine for20+ years Roger Carp talks about his latest release “Lights, Camera, LionelTrains!-A Photo History of an American Icon” presenting 100 stunning photo essaysnever seen before in a compelling documentary about the legendary toymaker andhow they became the American cultural and social icon of the 20thcentury! Roger was fascinated by Lionel trains and the creators since receivinga small steam engine & freight as a youngster in '56 growing up in LosAngeles, earned his PhD in American History at UNC-Chapel Hill, and writtenmore than 20 books and special interest publications about Lionel trains,accessories, workers, leaders and the celebrities that collected and playedwith Lionel trains, plus began Project Roar Publishing Co. including “The World'sGreatest Toy Train Maker”, “Collectible Lionel Classics”, Lionel Trains of the 1940's”and the stories behind each Lionel train! Check out the amazing Roger Carp withhis release about Lionel trains on many major platforms and  www.projectroar.comtoday! #rogercarp #author #lioneltrains #lionel #lightscameralioneltrains#milwaukee #losangeles #uncchapelhill #classictoytrainsmagazine #senioreditor#projectroar #projectroarpublishing #americanhistory #spreaker #iheartradio#spotify #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #bitchute #rumble #mikewagner#themikewagnershow #mikewagnerrogercarp #themikewagnershowrogercarp

This is a portion of a conversation with Roger Carp, Senior Editor of Classic Trains magazine, and the author of "Lights, Camera, Lionel Trains! - A Photo History of an American Icon." The book celebrates the legacy of Lionel model trains in the company's 125th anniversary year. We will air the interview in its entirety next week.

Milwaukee author/Sr. Editor of Classic Toy Trains Magazine for 20+ years Roger Carp talks about his latest release “Lights, Camera, Lionel Trains!-A Photo History of an American Icon” presenting 100 stunning photo essays never seen before in a compelling documentary about the legendary toymaker and how they became the American cultural and social icon of the 20th century! Roger was fascinated by Lionel trains and the creators since receiving a small steam engine & freight as a youngster in '56 growing up in Los Angeles, earned his PhD in American History at UNC-Chapel Hill, and written more than 20 books and special interest publications about Lionel trains, accessories, workers, leaders and the celebrities that collected and played with Lionel trains, plus began Project Roar Publishing Co. including “The World's Greatest Toy Train Maker”, “Collectible Lionel Classics”, Lionel Trains of the 1940's” and the stories behind each Lionel train! Check out the amazing Roger Carp with his release about Lionel trains on many major platforms and  www.projectroar.com today! #rogercarp #author #lioneltrains #lionel #lightscameralioneltrains #milwaukee #losangeles #uncchapelhill #classictoytrainsmagazine #senioreditor #projectroar #projectroarpublishing #americanhistory #spreaker #iheartradio #spotify #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #bitchute #rumble #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerrogercarp #themikewagnershowrogercarpBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mike-wagner-show--3140147/support.

Timed to this momentous event - train historian and author ROGER CARP releases a new book to celebrate the trains' cultural impact in: “LIGHTS, CAMERA, LIONEL TRAINS! A PHOTO HISTORY OF AN AMERICAN ICON.” The book is published by Project Roar Publishing which was established for the purpose to give back to the train collector community and bring sons and fathers together! A timely book indeed! This visually rich book presents 100 stunning photo essays through never-before-seen photographs and incisive commentary. Full-color and black-and-white photographs from archives and private collections tell the story of how one dynamic toy maker arose to influence life in the United States. The images will nurture memories of the electric trains you may have played with or seen in action on television and in motion pictures. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

When the opportunity to purchase a western railroad company dropped in Al Harper's lap, he was a real estate executive living in Florida. But the opportunity intrigued him, and sooner than later, he became the CEO of American Heritage Railways. As a result of Harper's passion to preserve and celebrate America's railroading history, company operations now reach nearly 1,500,000 rail passengers annually on three directly owned railroads and license special events on over 50 additional railroads. No surprise Harper was awarded the True Westerner Award by True West Magazine this past March. Give a listen to this inspiring conversation about heritage, innovation, and love of the rails.

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Lionel Trains are one of the most recognized model train brands worldwide. Their realistic miniature designs are almost comparable to a standard rail track experience. And while some people prefer to collect them as toys, many others do so for sentiments and decoration. In 2016, the most expensive Lionel train was sold for $250,000? This sale is pretty significant because antique trains aren't in style anymore, and they're often considered as junks except you're a hobbyist. Whatever your reason for the interest in Lionel trains, we're here to help you understand the intricacies. Why are Lionel trains so expensive? How are their prices determined? Check Images: Valuable Antique Detector(https://www.txantiquemall.com/most-valuable-lionel-trains/) Pin: https://www.pinterest.com/valuableantiquedetector/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/valuableantiquedetector/ TW: https://twitter.com/antiquedetector Ins: https://www.instagram.com/valuableantiquedetector/   Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

The Stupid History of Lionel Trains

We did it! We finally watched Bullet Train! And it's not a heist... But it is a great film and can teach us a lot about the elements we love in heist films! Becky, Scott, and Alyssa take a deep dive into why we love this film and talk about everything including Lionel Trains, Knives Out, Twitter film people, ensemble casts, and a full MEAL of Hot Takes. So all aboard listeners, we're looking for a Diesel!TW/IG: @feelingheisty / Becky: @simplybecky8 / Scott: @TheSwellKid / Alyssa: @alyssabriddesLink Vault: Bullet Train Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IOsk2Vlc4o Lionel Train Alarm Clock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbJ4ATeooSULionel Train Coin Bank: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oFg8LlXyp8Knives Out Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGqiHJTsRkQGlass Onion Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xR_lBtEvScShort-Ass Movie - SNL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-UKbwz6s6VYIndigo by RM: https://open.spotify.com/album/2wGinO7YWLHN2sULIr4a7v?si=NWeOJ9F2RZ-EG0cIxy9iZQ

Fort Dodge's Dave Sergeant joins the podcast to talk about his days as a junior golfer playing from dawn to dusk many times with fellow Iowa Golf Hall of Fame member Tom Chapman, Jr. Sergeant's career covers several decades and he recalls playing with and against many of the great competitors the state has had to offer. Learn about who shares a similar interest with Sergeant of Lionel Trains as well!

  Today on the Rarified Heir Podcast we are talking to Ann Marie Snyder, daughter of journalist, news anchor and talk show host Tom Snyder who will soon be the topic of a documentary of his life, called Tom Who? Known primarily as the host of his late night program, The Tomorrow Show in the 1970s and his Late, Late Show with Tom Snyder in the 1990s, Tom Snyder was a charismatic, deep-thinking, irreverent and ethical personality who pioneered the long form, single subject interview on American television beginning in the early 1970s. Unlike say Johnny Carson or Merv Griffin (or even Steve Allen or Ernie Kovacs), Snyder considered himself a journalist first. His interviews with everyone from Charles Manson to John Lennon, Johnny Rotten, Kiss, Henry Miller and Howard Stern were either casual conversations you could slip into like a soft pair of slippers or occasionally cantankerous affairs, usually done with a cigarette in hand and a hearty laugh. Snyder loved his audience and his audience loved him. Frequent call-in guests to his three-hour radio show in the 1980s were Sherman Helmsley, Robert Blake and some guy from Indiana who turned out to be David Letterman. We talk to Ann Marie about her dad and we hear stories about everything from how she was forbidden to visit the 9th floor where Saturday Night Life taped at 30 Rockefeller Plaza,  how her dad and Neil Young bonded over their mutual love of Lionel Trains and how her dad refused to allow her to see Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers at Madison Square Garden when guest and original Tom Petty drummer Stand Lynch gave Ann Marie two tickets and use of the band limo to the gig at age 15.It's a great conversation with Ann Marie as we talk about her dad, who hated network interference, loved a stiff drink and was quite possibly the Godfather of the podcast as we know it today. And so as Tom might say, "Fire up a colortini, sit back, relax, and watch the pictures, now, as they fly through the air." This is the Rarified Heir Podcast.  

The Section 31 show is on a back burner as Kurtzman et al have no plans to expand the Star Trek Universe - for now; Lionel Trains is expanding their Star Trek offering with Q, Deep Space Nine and Voyager; and the answer to Tuesday's trivia question. Today's show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month of counseling at betterhelp.com/dstn. Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: https://patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: https://podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: https://www.dailystartreknews.com Email: info@dailystartreknews.com Twitter and Instagram: @dailytreknews

The Section 31 show is on a back burner as Kurtzman et al have no plans to expand the Star Trek Universe - for now; Lionel Trains is expanding their Star Trek offering with Q, Deep Space Nine and Voyager; and the answer to Tuesday’s trivia question. Today’s show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month of counseling at betterhelp.com/dstn. Support Daily Star Trek News on Patreon: https://patreon.com/dailystartreknews Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts For more great Star Trek podcasts: https://podcasts.roddenberry.com Website: https://www.dailystartreknews.com Email: info@dailystartreknews.com Twitter and Instagram: @dailytreknews

Marty Gaunt has been involved in NASCAR for over 20 years and he’s here to share some stories from his journey around the garage and starting Gaunt Brothers Racing. Like most boys who grow up in Canada, Gaunt took to hockey from an early age before his brother helped him find a love for racing; he explains the chance he took moving to the United States in the late ‘90s; getting his start in NASCAR with Kranefuss-Haas Racing (with drivers like Robby Gordon, John Andretti and Jeremy Mayfield), and learning from Kranefuss and eventually Roger Penske; why he stepped away from the team side for a bit with Triad Racing and Toyota; the unique start to Gaunt Brothers Racing and what stands out a few years into team ownership; if Gaunt's able to tell what the setback was for the team missing the Daytona 500; the patience he has versus Daniel Suarez when it comes to progress; what he hopes is in the future for GBR. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.Pledge to drive safe with ClassicCars.com, the National Road Safety Foundation and Front Row Motorsports. Visit teamfrm.com/drivesafe to take the pledge and for a chance to win signed memorabilia from Michael McDowell, John Hunter Nemechek, and Todd Gilliland. One lucky winner will also receive race tickets for the championship race in Phoenix.

Ryan Preece had a rough start to the season but as of the most recent race in Phoenix, his team has some points on the board and it feels good. Preece is here to discuss the No. 37 JTG Daugherty group and how hard it is to be a Cup Series driver. Did you know that he used to have misconceptions about how easy the cars were to drive? Where Preece thinks games have been eliminated in the garage; what his relationship is with new teammate Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and how they can help each other; having to adapt to so many changes in two seasons; what Preece thinks he does well behind the wheel and his belief in JTG to contend for wins and the playoffs. Plus, Preece shares how his wife Heather also being a former racer and the two beginning their relationship while racing against each other; thoughts on the new Camaro body, and what he believes needs to happen in his sophomore season. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.Pledge to drive safe with ClassicCars.com, the National Road Safety Foundation and Front Row Motorsports. Visit teamfrm.com/drivesafe to take the pledge and for a chance to win signed memorabilia from Michael McDowell, John Hunter Nemechek, and Todd Gilliland. One lucky winner will also receive race tickets for the championship race in Phoenix.

Danny ‘Chocolate’ Myers is known as NASCAR’s most famous gas man, having been a member of the No. 3 team with Dale Earnhardt. Meaning Chocolate has a lot of stories to tell and plenty of opinions on the sport. We start with an emotional story about coming into possession of his dad’s die-cast race cars; the origin of the ‘Chocolate’ nickname and if he’s ever called by his first name anymore; what personal highlights stand out from his career. Plus, a discussion on the benefits of being a weekly co-host on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio; where he feels the balance is between promoting the sport but being honest with his opinion; getting comfortable in his radio role. Then we shift gears and start walking through the Richard Childress Racing Museum and learn about some of the notable things that can be found there; whether Chocolate likes people still wanting to talk to him about Dale Earnhardt; the thought process behind assembling the museum and information on visiting; stories behind different cars in the museum; a hauler; a connection to 9/11; and how much longer Chocolate plans on being in the sport. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.Pledge to drive safe with ClassicCars.com, the National Road Safety Foundation and Front Row Motorsports. Visit teamfrm.com/drivesafe to take the pledge and for a chance to win signed memorabilia from Michael McDowell, John Hunter Nemechek, and Todd Gilliland. One lucky winner will also receive race tickets for the championship race in Phoenix.

Justin Fiedler (@Justin_Fiedler) has been jumping over pit wall for 14 seasons now as a rear tire changer and he’s sharing insight into the job. Fiedler currently works for Richard Petty Motorsports and the No. 43 car driven by Bubba Wallace, but he’s worn many different fire suits over the years. For someone like Fiedler who is not a college athlete who was recruited, how does one become a pit crew member? The story of his first time going over the wall; winning races; if a driver needs to have a close relationship with his team; some of Fiedler’s memorable moments on pit road with rogue fuel cans and finishing the job while on fire; what teams are doing in between pit stops; insight on pit practice and what else crew members are doing to be ready for Sunday. Then a change of topics as Fiedler also has a second job working for World Racing Group (which owns the World of Outlaws) and shares what dirt fans would recognize him for doing; how he splits his week between the office and changing tires. Plus, Fiedler’s thoughts on the changes coming to NASCAR with Next Gen and single lug nuts. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.Pledge to drive safe with ClassicCars.com, the National Road Safety Foundation and Front Row Motorsports. Visit teamfrm.com/drivesafe to take the pledge and for a chance to win signed memorabilia from Michael McDowell, John Hunter Nemechek, and Todd Gilliland. One lucky winner will also receive race tickets for the championship race in Phoenix.

We close out our time with Richard Childress Racing with two final interviews featuring another one of the drivers of the No. 21 and its crew chief. Myatt Snider is back on the podcast to discuss his opportunity to run part-time with RCR and how the first few weeks have been. Snider discusses how he likes to approach a controversial situation, like after being upset with Noah Gragson in Las Vegas; what he’ll do to stay up to speed with RCR and RSS Racing (who he’s also driving for) when he’s not competing; Snider’s relationship with teammates Anthony Alfredo and Kaz Grala; if he took away from the Euro Series what he’d hoped and the lessons that will translate; how and why he’s also going to run with RSS Racing; if he feels he needs to win in the RCR car. Then met Andy Street, who is getting his chance to be a NASCAR Xfinity Series crew chief after never imagining he’d get such an opportunity. Street shares some history on his own racing career before getting in the door at RCR; some of his memories from previous roles with the company for Kevin Harvick and Clint Bowyer’s teams; why he believes more and more teams are turning to engineers to become crew chiefs; what the challenges will be working with multiple drivers; what the makeup of the 21 team will be after most of the guys graduated with Tyler Reddick and Randall Burnett; the interesting dynamic with Street’s wife also working at RCR; and what the expectations for the 21 team should be. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.Pledge to drive safe with ClassicCars.com, the National Road Safety Foundation and Front Row Motorsports. Visit teamfrm.com/drivesafe to take the pledge and for a chance to win signed memorabilia from Michael McDowell, John Hunter Nemechek, and Todd Gilliland. One lucky winner will also receive race tickets for the championship race in Phoenix.

Randall Burnett and Tyler Reddick are bringing their success to the NASCAR Cup Series. Or at least the two hope so. This week Burnett joins the show to discuss the changes at Richard Childress Racing and the work of returning to the premier series. But first, Burnett closes the door on the Xfinity Series championship celebration and how the offseason has gone; how different it will be going from the Xfinity Series garage and procedures to the Cup Series; if Burnett hoped he would get the chance to be a Cup crew chief again, and the importance of staying with Reddick; how the decision was made; how much of the Xfinity team also graduated with Reddick and Burnett; his understanding of why the new Camaro will be better; the close nature of Burnett’s team with the 3 team and getting the cars set the same; what he believes it’s going to take to get RCR further forward. A history of Burnett’s career with Chip Ganassi Racing during a Daytona 500 and Brickyard 400 triumph; how he ended up at Childress. Do drivers really understand drivers? The goals of the 8 team; why he believes the team and Tyler Reddick will be a success in the Cup Series. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Deb Williams (@debwilliams72) has been a good friend and mentor for many years now, and she’s also been on the podcast before. But this week she is back to share exciting news about launching her own podcast! Deb shares insight into how “Racing Now and Then” came to be and the debut episode with Brendan Gaughan. But have no fear, Deb talks about her plans for the podcast to be more than just NASCAR as her various motorsports experience will result in wide-ranging interview subjects. Plus, her favorite interview subjects over the years; what Deb hopes the podcast interviews will accomplish; who is on her interview bucket list and other expectations for her new podcast. Music created by Tony Monge.Find the first episode of “Racing Now and Then” here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/racing-now-and-thenLionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Adam Alexander might be one of the least known Fox Sports personalities, but he’s been around NASCAR for a long time. With the season starting this weekend, Alexander is hard at work getting back into the swing of things and will be juggling different responsibilities. He has many things he’s looking forward to both from a racing perspective and with the broadcast hat on. Alexander shares what it is like to work with Cup Series drivers in the broadcast booth for Xfinity Series races; if he finds any difficulty in transitioning back and forth between roles; his thoughts on the Fox virtual studio and giant green screen; why he chooses to take on so much at one time and what Alexander does to get away from racing. How did Alexander get to where he is now? We touch on when racing entered his life; his beginnings in broadcasting; working the Indianapolis 500; making a move to North Carolina and choosing NASCAR; what Alexander hasn’t done in the past that he is looking to do better this year. Plus, does he have anything he’d like to do in career before it’s over? Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Anthony Alfredo is still getting used to the reality of being one of the drivers for the No. 21 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet, so he’s going to do his best to explain the opportunity this week. Alfredo shares how he got the ride and the emotions behind knowing it was a done deal; what the benefits will be of starting his Xfinity Series career as a part-time driver; Alfredo’s impression of the Xfinity Series having watched from afar as his debut doesn’t happen until this March; how he feels about using a simulator and his thoughts on NASCAR’s push of iRacing and eSports; what relationship Alfredo has with Myatt Snider, who he is splitting the car with. He also discusses what he took away from a brief stint in the Truck Series last year; shedding insight into how involved Alfredo is in making his deals happen, setting up meetings, and other aspects of trying to get behind the wheel. Plus, how Alfredo got into doing YouTube videos and his emphasis on other social media platforms; why he is choosing to still get a college education; the origins of the ‘Fast Pasta’ nickname; and whether or not he believes he has to win this year. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion crew chief Chad Knaus is here this week and the podcast starts with news that Knaus didn’t even realize. The 2020 season is going to be his 20th full year as a crew chief and that has him reflecting a bit, which also helps from the younger group of guys on the 24 team who ask him about previous years. Knaus also explains what has been on the team’s agenda this offseason, including focus on the new Camaro and changing some team personnel around; how Knaus has been challenged in the last year than ever before; digesting how the 2019 season went with William Byron; what went into building a relationship with Byron and the certain way in which Knaus treated him. Plus, what goes into building a successful race team? If Knaus has changed the way he approaches the job; if his mentality has been different on the 24 versus years on the 48; looking ahead to another year with the aero package; thoughts on the 2021 car; sharing what is on the checklist for this season with the 24 team. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Tanner Gray is a full-time driver in NASCAR this season as he’ll be competing with DGR-Crosley in the Truck Series. Gray is here to discuss the opportunity after getting a taste of stock cars last season having made a move away from a successful NHRA career. What has he been doing to prepare for this season when he doesn’t know what to expect; being a third-generation driver and if trying something else was an option; how long Gray had been thinking of making the change from NHRA to NASCAR even during a championship season; when he first discovered a love for NASCAR. Gray also explains why the adrenaline rushes of NHRA and NASCAR are different; a funny story about reflexes when wondering if they will be better than the competition in NASCAR; looking back on the experience of his first distance race; and what the draw of DGR-Crosley was. How much time with Gray give himself to learn before expecting results? The biggest challenges Gray has ahead of him and his early-season goals. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Jamie Little (@JamieLittleTV) is here to kick off the 2020 season of The Racing Writer’s Podcast with an exciting conversation around her new show, America’s Top Dog. Little explains how she got involved in the show and what to expect when tuning in every Wednesday night on A&E. An avid animal lover, or obsessive, as he admits, when it comes to dogs, Little also digs into the rescue work she does in her personal time and once again looking forward to the Westminster Dog Show. If dogs and racing weren’t enough, wait until you hear what other ventures Little and her husband Cody have their hands in; her unique fitness routine; how much goes into Little’s work with FOX that leads into when viewers see her on pit road calling the action; how she stays connected to the sport when the FOX portion of the schedule is over; the rush of calling live action on pit road; previewing the 2020 NASCAR season. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

The final podcast of 2019 called for more than one guest, so here’s four! Jeff Gluck (5:26) of The Athletic, Jim Utter (34:11) of Motorsport.com, Dustin Long (1:29:49) of NBC Sports, and Jenna Fryer (2:20:51) of the Associated Press are here to help me share how we, the media, cover championship weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway. It’s a jam-packed weekend with three series crowning three champions and various media opportunities throughout. We discuss if Homestead feels different from other race weeks, covering Homestead versus the other 35 races, how we approach a busy weekend, splitting coverage with co-workers, staying in the media center versus chasing stories outside, if we know what we’re going to write, quickly getting content out, separating ourselves from the others, and opining on the three NASCAR champions for this year, as well as leaving Homestead for ISM Raceway in 2020. Music created by Tony Monge. Editor’s note on Dustin’s story title (Kyle Busch’s ride of a lifetime makes him forget past losses, if only briefly). Twitter handles: @jim_utter; @jeff_gluck; @dustinlong; @JennaFryer Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

David Wilson is the president of Toyota Racing Development (TRD) and one of the best people to talk to in the NASCAR garage. This week Wilson reflects on a third manufacturer and driver championship in the NASCAR Cup Series; the 19 wins by Joe Gibbs Racing; the humble beginnings of TRD’s entry into NASCAR; thoughts on Kyle Busch being a two-time champion after being on the ‘brink’ with him early on in his tenure with Gibbs/Toyota; Wilson’s duties as TRD president. Also get to know David Wilson away from the track with his legendary airline status; reality TV; collecting watches; car enthusiasm; shoes becoming a part of one’s identity; love of technology; the discovery of coyote fencing; his proud collection of Apple products. Circling back to racing Wilson explains how he got started with TRD; the easiest and hardest decision he’s had to make in the last 30 years; what is left for TRD to do in NASCAR. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Brad Keselowski had completed another year in the NASCAR Cup Series, his 10th full season, in fact. Keselowski shares some of the highs and lows from the 2019 season for the No. 2 Team Penske group; what the feeling is like for a driver at Homestead-Miami Speedway when they aren’t championship eligible; how Keselowski views just making the Championship 4 versus winning the championship; whether he thought he’d have a second championship by now; the stress of the playoffs; the incentive of playoff points and stage wins; constantly having to adapt as drivers; how the package has changed things for drivers; thoughts on the host Homestead has been for championship weekend; reflecting on 10 full seasons; Keselowski’s offseason agenda. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

The tradition lives on! This time it's for the last time on the frontstretch at Homestead-Miami Speedway. An unedited recap of championship weekend with Matt Weaver, Jerry Jordan, Aaron Bearden, Jacob Seelman, and Jeff Gluck makes an appearance. Kyle Busch is a two-time Cup Series champion. Tyler Reddick makes it two in the Xfinity Series. Matt Crafton shocks the world in Trucks. Plus, Denny Hamlin's team blows it on the worst weekend while Kevin Harvick and Martin Truex Jr. also made mistakes. We break it all down and give our thoughts on the 2019 NASCAR season and leaving Homestead for ISM Raceway next season. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Landon Cassill has never won a NASCAR race or championship, but he’s got a few stories to tell from the many variables the sport has thrown his way. This week Cassill shares insight on StarCom Racing, how he came to be their full-time driver and what makes the organization a good fit for him. Having been in the sport since he was 18 years old, does Cassill feel like a veteran now? He digs into the many experiences he’s had even outside of the car, which includes being involved in race wins and championships; how Cassill wound up in NC with his grandmother and the fun memories involved there; getting his NASCAR start with Rick Hendrick; lost opportunities with Hendrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr.; remembering his first Cup start; if Cassill feels he’s been able to give everything he can for his owners; how hard it is to not get cynical; if he fears irrelevancy; what are some of the highlights from Cassill’s career that he thinks about; what he still wants to accomplish before being done driving. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

David Gilliland is not as active as a NASCAR driver anymore but he’s still heavily involved in racing a co-owner of DGR-Crosley. Gilliland is going to discuss the improbable playoff run of Tyler Ankrum and making that happen and how impressed he’s been with his young driver. Why start DGR? Gilliland explains how it came to be and how he and Bo LeMastus paired up; who takes care of which responsibilities; milestones and accomplishments they set out to accomplish when starting the team; why Gilliland has a different take on driver development and what he’s trying to do about it. Has team ownership been what he expected? Gilliland explains how much DGR does in-house between its two buildings; what it was like racing against son Todd; if he would ever want Todd to drive for his team; how Gilliland decides the races he puts the helmet back on for; the long-term vision for DGR that includes looking at the state of the Cup Series. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

A day before its annual fan fest at the Richard Childress Racing campus, Austin Dillon shares some stories from growing up at the facility and the memories at every corner. Dillon is in his sixth full season at the NASCAR Cup Series level and it’s been quite a journey so far, but he desires more. What has been the influence of crew chief Danny Stockman taking over the team? Considering RCR is his family’s organization, Dillon explains how involved he gets with the day-to-day operations versus just focusing on being a driver. Dillon reveals if there are brutally honest conversations at RCR that can put the family aspect aside for the betterment of business; the ‘tactics’ Childress uses on the Dillon family; how much weight Austin feels about the overall success and struggles of RCR; and addressing the critics who use the family card. How Dillon has had to change his mindset and expectations since moving to the Cup Series; whether he feels he adapts well to changes; describing his driving style; the simple things that make Dillon happy; how Dillon spends the offseason turning his brain off from racing. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Austin Theriault has been associated with big name owners like Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Brad Keselowski and he’s also had to scratch and claw for opportunities. His journey makes for quite a tale. To start, Theriault explains why running Cup Series races with Rick Ware Racing has been humbling and what emotions he remembers from making his first start in July; and he breaks down what his prospects were coming into the year and how he ended up in the Cup Series. In looking back, Theriault explains if his 2015 Truck Series accident altered his career path; shares some laughs about his pain and what he remembers doing when released from the hospital; if he ever followed up with NASCAR about safety aspects from his wreck; what he took away from his time with Brad Keselowski and using a spoon-feeding analogy to describe Keselowski’s style; what impact it made driving for Dale Jr. Reflecting on winning the 2017 ARCA championship and what that meant to Theriault. Does he hold out hope he will one day land a good opportunity or believe this is all he’s going to get? Theriault’s plans for the rest of the year and looking at 2020. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Parker Kligerman is back! As promised Kligerman is back on the podcast and this time it’s a discussion only about racing and the some of the recent news to come from the garage. To start, Kligerman shares some thoughts on the Next Gen race car, including what it means when a driver says it drives like a race car and a common misconception in racing. Plus, whether Kligerman likes the direction NASCAR seems to be taking with the car. How does he go about educating himself on other forms of racing? Thoughts on the F1 documentary on Netflix and the benefit of having something like that in NASCAR; a NASCAR/IndyCar doubleheader; how important does he believe it is that a race car looks like its street counterpart. A shift to talking about silly season, including Christopher Bell and Tyler Reddick going Cup Series race in 2020; expectations for Wood Brothers Racing with Matt DiBenedetto; why he’s torn on the Ricky Stenhouse Jr. news and what can Chris Buescher do for the team; Kligerman’s love of analytics; his personal car collection; how his playoff predictions are coming along; his 2020 prediction for Erik Jones. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Jeff Hammond was recently presented the Smokey Yunick Award for his impact on the motorsport’s community, and after hearing this episode you’ll know why. Hammond shares his emotions about receiving the award and shares some fond memories of his interactions with Yunick. From there come more stories and memories from Hammond’s career, starting with how he broke into NASCAR as a tire changer, how he became known as one of the best jackman in the business, working with Cale Yarborough, and then talking his way into a crew chief job. How did Hammond and Darrell Waltrip go from not liking each other to winning championships? Hammond explains if he ever thought he had a grasp on being a crew chief; the question that he often faces about his career; if there was on incident he wished Waltrip had not been involved in or something he had not said; explaining how he was blown away by Kurt Busch back when Busch arrived on the scene and Hammond worked with him. Is there a driver Hammond would have liked to have worked with and something he’d like to have accomplished? Reinventing himself in 2001 when joining Fox Sports; if he ever thought he’d be around the sport this long; what he finds most enjoyable about the sport now; giving his thoughts on the overall state of NASCAR. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Chase Briscoe has been putting together a championship-contending season, but did he really see that coming? The Stewart-Haas Racing sophomore is the guest this week to dig into many topics about this season and his background. Such as how much his confidence changes after a strong run at a track that he was expecting to be a struggle (Richmond); if it’s disappointing to be putting together such a strong season and only have one win; why he feels like his team has been more competitive with the ‘Big 3’ lately but what they are still searching for. Briscoe has a very interesting racing background that includes his grandfather and father being race car drivers, so he explains how he grew up at racetracks and what went into convincing his parents that he wanted to race; the four-year gap between his first race and the next time Briscoe got behind the wheel; the uphill battle of expenses and equipment during his sprint car career and whether Briscoe felt he had to work harder because of those variables; the reasons why Briscoe felt he knew what to do when he finally got behind the wheel after years of just watching racing. Why make the switch and come to NASCAR? Moving to North Carolina out of high school, competing in a stock car dream challenge, working in the Cunningham shop and getting some ARCA starts and how he landed a full-time championship season. Which drivers have a better adjustment – dirt to asphalt or vice versa? Recalling the first time he got behind the wheel of a stock car; how much Briscoe is still learning and adjusting to stock cars and the Xfinity Series; being bitten by racing too nice and if he’s going to have to change that; trying to get better at the NASCAR lingo to communicate with his team; where he feels his strengths are and what would be a considered successful season for Briscoe when it’s done? Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Rick and Lisa Ware are sharing their story this week of how they make competing in the NASCAR Cup Series work for Rick Ware Racing. Why Rick says they are ahead of schedule when breaking down how the 2019 season has gone; what goes into deciding which drivers get a chance in one of their cars; the integral involvement of Lisa in the company; explaining what works for them in the series and being realistic in what they are doing; discussing charters and the RTA; calling themselves ‘The Biggest Little Team in Motorsports’ and already looking ahead to where RWR will be competing next season. Rick explains how long he has been involved in racing, which goes back further than some might think; plans for their youngest son Carson and why Cody isn’t a full-time RWR driver; a story about selling a stereo to buy some tires; Rick being a former driver himself and why he hopes to maybe get back behind the wheel again; the long-term vision for the company; speaking directly to the listeners, what Rick and Lisa want you to know about RWR. Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Tyler Reddick is not only here but it’s with tacos and beer! Before Reddick digs into his season with Richard Childress Racing and getting ready to chase a second championship, he offers and entertaining play-by-play of his chaotic day and the gender reveal for the first child he and girlfriend Alexa De León are expecting this coming winter. Once the serious conversation starts Reddick talks of whether he believes the reaction to him in the garage has changed being a champion; how his mental approach and attitude has been different this year after having to pull his head “out of my ass” last year. Was Reddick any bit surprised to start off the season so hot since the 2 team hadn’t won last year? How RCR only having one car has been a benefit; whether he feels he’s succeeded in not tearing up as many cars as last year; is this year the most fun Reddick has had in racing? Revealing what his escape from racing is; will he be doing anything different going into this year’s playoffs? What does Reddick expect the difference will be winning a championship versus defending one; digging into the what the weakness of his team is. Plus, going race-by-race with a playoff preview. And is it championship or bust? Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Is Parker Kligerman the busiest guy in motorsports? It might be hard to argue that after hearing all about Kligerman’s adventures in this week’s podcast. Kligerman explains how much he travels during the week to do NASCAR broadcasting, TV shows, and meeting with Gaunt Brothers Racing team. But with everyone Kligerman has his hands on, does he feel creativity fulfilled? Kligerman also reveals how he approaches asking drivers questions being that he’s a driver himself and knows what direction to go in; if he’s made peace with how his career and life has played out over the last few years. How long does Kligerman keep doing everything that he is before giving up on driving? Understanding how much his appreciation for racing has changed because Kligerman understands the next time could be the last time. Plus, making his Cup Series championship prediction and how he thinks the Xfinity and Truck Series playoffs will shake out. Music created by: Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Jeff Burton is known as the ‘mayor’ because he’s always good for a quote or in-depth conversation. Burton lives up to that moniker today as he discusses NBC Sports again picking up the schedule at an exciting time for the sport; what has felt different this year compared to his first few as a broadcaster; whether broadcasting gets easier with time but how live TV is always going to have its challenges. Burton also reveals how one’s belief of what happened during an incident looks completely different inside versus outside of the race car (stay tuned for a Danica Patrick story!); Burton explains how he handled covering the Xfinity Series race at New Hampshire that featured his son Harrison; learning from Ned Jarrett; separating personal and professional in covering someone Burton may not like; his open-door policy with drivers to talk to him if they don’t like what they are hearing about themselves or the sport; Burton reveals how he’s had driver’s parents reach out to him during races; if being a former competitor has helped Burton in this role and why he says you have to work hard to stay on top of things. Plus, how has this job challenged Burton? The reason he scrolls through social media during the races; what he was most nervous about when deciding to joining NBC; what goes into Burton’s prep work, and does he have anything on his broadcast bucket list? Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Austin Cindric is red hot right now in the Xfinity Series and that includes finally scoring his first career win(s). Cindric is here to talk about getting the monkey off his back and how much, if anything, it has changed and whether the ones that got away stick with him. A funny story of how Johnny O’Connell motivates Cindric in the gym; if the season has gone as expected now that he’s a full-time driver for Team Penske; how mentally and physically different it has been just focusing on one team after spending ’18 jumping between Penske and Roush; expressing how he wanted his first win to be on an oval; how Cindric’s developed a new wave of confidence in what he’s doing; why he could have used another year in the Truck Series; what has been the biggest struggle in his career that has taken time to learn; Cindric explains his professional and personal growth from the last few years; if being a winner solidifies his sense of belonging in the Xfinity Series; looking ahead at the strengths and weaknesses of the 22 team for the playoffs. And is Austin Cindric the fourth championship contender? Music created by Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Gray Gaulding understands he was once viewed as young and dumb, donut boy, and that he made some mistakes as he climbed the racing ladder, and he’s not afraid to talk about it! Gaulding opens up about the career year he’s now having with Bobby Dotter and how their relationship started even before Gray had ever turned a single lap on a racetrack; how this year Gaulding has felt he’s had to prove himself even though he believes he can perform in the right opportunity; why he feels comfortable expressing his opinions and emotions even though he’s not in the best stuff; the ways in which Gaulding compares himself to an NFL or NBA player; how he views making or missing the playoffs. Gaulding started off as a motorcycle guy so he explains how the racing bug bit him and how a love for NASCAR started; why mom finally said he needed to get in something with seatbelts; the story of Gaulding connecting with Kevin Harvick, getting a go-kart from him and eventually beating Harvick in a race; how that led to a development deal; why he feels like his standout image has worked against him; owning up to being young and knocking drivers out the way; if he’s felt that his reputation has changed for the better; the ups and downs of being the ambassador for Krispy Kreme; looking into the future of Gaulding’s five year plan. Music: Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Daniel Suarez certainly thought making the playoffs with Stewart-Haas Racing would be easier, but he’s in a fight to make the postseason. Suarez reveals how SHR went in a different direction for a few weeks this summer trying things and then had to reverse course; why he’s so confident that his 41 team will make the playoffs and win a race in the new few months; trying to explain why he feels more confident and comfortable at SHR, and the differences with what he felt with Joe Gibbs; did Suarez think trying to win a Cup Series race would be easier? We also dig into the new aero package and how much of an adjustment that has been; the close relationship between Suarez, crew chief Billy Scott and the entire team; interactions between Suarez and team co-owner Tony Stewart; admitting his weakness is being patient; whether Suarez feels he has delivered on what he said coming into the year on proving to people what he can do. Music: Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Welcome to the Ty and Riley show! Ty Gibbs and Riley Herbst are good friends and fun personalities, and they show that off on today’s show. We begin on a semi-serious note talking about Gibbs finally breaking through for his first career ARCA Series win back at Gateway and how the Joe Gibbs Racing program has been fast but just needs the finishes to match. But then it turns into a wild ride with talk of running a Formula 1 car on the Eldora dirt (in a video game); how they began friends and how much of their shenanigans they can talk about; being banned at go-kart tracks; if they are competitive with each other; Gibbs offers up some insight about his personality such as likes and dislikes for music and food, why Dash from “The Incredibles” is his social media profile picture; a message from both about staying in school and much more! Music: Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

Meet Rick Houston and Steve Waid, the gentlemen who have brought back Grand National Scene for Throwback Weekend at Darlington. The two sit down to discuss the project and the beloved publication that is no more as well as their popular podcast, The Scene Vault. How did a commemorative issue come to be? Was it a hard sell to Darlington? Both reveal the emotions behind holding the printed layout of the magazine – for the first in 10 years; the hurdles they needed to overcome; their thoughts on the throwback concept; an update on how the battle is going to restore the newspaper collection. Plus, how The Scene Vault podcast came to be and the important audio that helped get it started; insight into how they book their interviews; how it’s been good for the soul to relive moments of NASCAR history and if they are now able to share more of the story. Is there a bucket list guest for their podcast? The guys also share what is coming on their podcast. Music: Tony Monge. Lionel Racing is the market leader in the design, promotion and distribution of licensed die-cast race cars. A division of Lionel Trains, Lionel Racing makes and sells replica NASCAR® and other racing die-cast through a variety of channels, including corporate and national accounts, trackside, online, a network of specialty dealers, and the Racing Collectables Club of America (RCCA). Located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, Lionel Racing has the pulse of the motorsports community and is committed to giving fans the very best in die-cast collectibles. For more information, visit www.lionelracing.com.

This week, 8bitjeff gets into a some awesome listener feedback and provides some of his own for the Atari 5200 Podcast. First up some questions and answers for Tony Longworth, who’s Into The Vertical Blank song gets its own full length airing in the episode. Next up is an incredible story by Bill Lange about his father, his childhood, Christmas and Lionel Trains. To finish off the episode, Jeff provides instant feedback to the 5200 Podcast on their most recent episode about Star Wars games for the Atari Super System: Tony Longworth’s CD Baby Storehttps://store.cdbaby.com/Artist/TonyLongworth Old School Gamer Magazine - Which contain numerous Articles by Bill Langehttps://www.oldschoolgamermagazine.com/magazine/ The Atari 5200 Podcast https://theatari5200superpodcast.libsyn.com/ Atari Mania Atari 8bit Star Wars Games http://www.atarimania.com/list_games_atari_search_83.84.65.82.32.87.65.82.83._8_G.html

This week, 8bitjeff gets into a some awesome listener feedback and provides some of his own for the Atari 5200 Podcast. First up some questions and answers for Tony Longworth, who’s Into The Vertical Blank song gets its own full length airing in the episode. Next up is an incredible story by Bill Lange about his father, his childhood, Christmas and Lionel Trains. To finish off the episode, Jeff provides instant feedback to the 5200 Podcast on their most recent episode about Star Wars games for the Atari Super System: Tony Longworth’s CD Baby Storehttps://store.cdbaby.com/Artist/TonyLongworth Old School Gamer Magazine - Which contain numerous Articles by Bill Langehttps://www.oldschoolgamermagazine.com/magazine/ The Atari 5200 Podcast https://theatari5200superpodcast.libsyn.com/ Atari Mania Atari 8bit Star Wars Games http://www.atarimania.com/list_games_atari_search_83.84.65.82.32.87.65.82.83._8_G.html

In this episode of Notch 6, Howard Hitchcock, President of Lionel LLC stops by for our annual interview. There are plenty of interesting topics covered including, Lionel's new venture into retail, the state of overseas manufacturing affecting Lionel, the future of electronics in O gauge trains, and more. It's an insightful interview of where Lionel has been in the past year and where it is going in the next. As always Al Kolis is with me to recap the days events at The Lionel Collectors Club of America national convention.

Tonight, Bob Thomas ( Husband of artist Angela Trotta Thomas) talks about what it's like to be married to a well known figure in our hobby. Plus he shares his story of building a hobby shop inspired layout, his Postwar train memories, and some of his unique experiences about collecting and visiting Lionel Trains over the years.

On This episode of Alabaster Peaks, we speak with The Mayor of our fair town, Marty Higgins (Michael Brown) And a world famous Hand Model, Darlene McDaniels (Kelly Brown)!   We discuss the details of the Hand Model game, Lionel Trains and awful granola!  Join Us!  www.alabasterpeaks.com www.facebook.com/alabasterpeaks Questions? Suggestions? Bradley@alabasterpeaks.com Logo By Erin Kanary Music By Matt Polovka and Bradley Hall

Download this Episode by Clicking Here The big reveal is finally here and Notch 6 has exclusive coverage of the brand new Lionel 2017 Signature catalog. Lionel's Director of Production, Ryan Kunkle, joins us again to take a look at all of the new locomotives and notable rolling stock and passenger cars in this new catalog. It's over an hour packed with all things new and exciting in the world of Lionel Trains.

Download this Episode by Clicking Here In this episode of Notch 6, you'll get an exclusive look inside the new Lionel Trains 2016 Volume II catalog. Mike Reagan and Ryan Kunkle from Lionel LLC join host Derek Thomas to discuss the brand new Lionel catalog. You can follow along with the new catalog at Lionel.com. You'll also hear exclusive details straight from the Lion's mouth that you won't find in the new catalog.

In this special episode of Notch 6, you'll get an exclusive look inside the new Lionel Trains 2016 Volume II catalog. High end locomotive project manager Ryan Kunkle joins host Derek Thomas to discuss a new diesel locomotive offering in detail. The new Lionel catalog arrives on August 31st, 2016, but you'll get this information first, only from Notch 6!

Download this Episode by Clicking Here In this special episode of Notch 6, you'll get an exclusive look inside the new Lionel Trains 2016 Volume II catalog. High end locomotive project manager Ryan Kunkle joins host Derek Thomas to discuss a new steam locomotive offering in detail. The new Lionel catalog arrives on August 31st, 2016, but you'll get this information first, only from Notch 6!

The 2016 Lionel catalogs are here! Mike Reagan, Matt Ashba, and Ryan Kunkle join Derek to break down everything new and exciting in these catalogs. From Scale steam and diesel to new licensed product, it's all here on Notch 6!

Notch 6 Episode 67- What does 36 years look like inside Lionel? One man has that answer and his name is J. Don Reese. J. Don shares his wonderful memories from his time at Lionel. Starting with the changing times at MPC in the early 1970's, through the changing technology of the 1990's, to the new golden age of O gauge trains today. This episode is full of modern Lionel history. Plus an update on The Madison Hardware Story and more. 

Mike Reagan and Matt Ashba from Lionel Trains stop by to fill us in on all the exciting news from Spring York 2015. Items include track and power, a Legacy LCS announcement, HUGE LionChief Plus announcement, and a special 115th Birthday surprise. Do not miss this episode!

This week we spoke with sound recordist Michael Raphael from Rabbit Ears Audio and Rudy Trubbit who is the Director of Audio for Lionel Trains. Rudy and Michael worked together on sourcing a new group of steam whistles for Lionel's new products. They traveled to North Carolina and recorded over 15 steam whistles which are incredibly challenging sounds to record because of the high amount of SPL, and lionel’s specific needs. Although steam whistles emerged in the mid-19th century as a warning device, train whistles quickly became the rail industry’s iconic sound. Many railways even cast their own whistles, branding the sound of their particular train line.

Notch 6 Episode 45- In this episode I travel to Michigan to interview former Lionel owner and President Richard Kughn. I sat down with Mr. Kughn in his train room and we chatted for over an hour about Lionel Trains, Madison Hardware, the LCCA and more. There are stories about his time running Lionel and his thoughts on the past, present, and future of the O gauge hobby. Mr. Kughn is a true legend in the hobby, and it was a pleasure to speak with him. Special thanks to The Lionel Collectors Club of America who helped to arrange this meeting. Video from this interview will be posted at a later date on the LCCA website.