Podcasts about midgets

Today on the show we take a look at the full time Lucas late model field so far, including a surprise rookie announcement. Plus RTJ gets a Wild West Shootout ride, we'll talk James McFadden's 2026 sprint car plans, and more.

The World of Outlaws late model field grows and we'll talk what I know about their full timer list for 2026. Plus Lucas axes the chase, but then sort of brings it back. We've also got sprint car news and an update about the show.

Kyle Larson doubles up down under, and will now go chase his first golden driller of the year. We'll talk about that, plus we start picking through recent news items from the last week in dirt racing including several crew chief moves.

One of the more surprising and fun storylines of the 2025 sprint car season was the performance of Bill Balog. After 10 IRA titles and two seasons with the All Stars, he was an Outlaw rookie in 2024, but this year ended up with more Outlaw wins than Donny Schatz. On this episode come hang out with me and Bill as we talk through it all, including what made the difference this year, why he doesn't go drive for another team, and what he thinks about Carson Macedo and the Scelzis.

Send us a textA five-year-old asks for a race kart. A teenager helps build her first full-bodied car. Then she trades her helmet for a tiara to grow the sport she loves. Meet Zoe Quinn—19-year-old driver and 2025 Miss Mahoning—whose story proves that visibility can be just as powerful as velocity.We dive into Zoe's early start in pee-wee karts and a decade in quarter midgets, where consistent top-three finishes taught her discipline and patience. She walks us through building a rookie hobby stock with her dad, from stripping a street car to swapping a motor, and explains how turning wrenches built the confidence she carries to the grid. You'll hear the “oh no” that every racer fears—her steering wheel popping off in practice—and how composure, quick repairs, and a reset got her back for heats and the feature. Along the way, she shares the race-day routine that keeps her sharp: protein, hydration, and a non-negotiable good-luck kiss with her dad.Zoe also opens up about stepping into Miss Mahoning by one vote and why the role matters. From kids' events and victory lane to visiting neighboring tracks, she's using the spotlight to invite more women into motorsports and showcase the behind-the-scenes work that makes race night run. We unpack the world of motorsports pageants like Motorama and Miss Motorsports, how ambassadors amplify local racing, and what real support looks like for first-time female drivers. Mentors like Corey Edelman and Anthony Sesely show up here too, reminding us how guidance and community keep young talent in the sport.If you care about grassroots racing, women in motorsports, driver development, and the culture that turns fans into family, this conversation is a lap worth taking. Stick around for practical mindset takeaways, candid talk about adversity, and a clear path for growing participation through stories, access, and simple, steady support.Love conversations that move the sport forward? Follow, subscribe, and leave a quick review to help more listeners find the show. Share this episode with someone who needs a nudge to take their first lap.Support the showFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/womensmotorsportsnetworkandpodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/womensmotorsportsnetwork/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/ TIKTOK: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/ https://www.patreon.com/posts/womens-network-144773298 X: https://x.com/IWMANation FACEBOOK Personal Page: https://www.facebook.com/melinda.ann.russell

Sprint car racing continues to shift and change at a rapid rate. We've got two national series, a regional scene that is undergoing it's own transformations, and a bunch of driver and team swaps for 2026. One year ago around this time we talked the state of sprint car racing with Jeremy Elliott, and today he's back to do it again. We're talking World of Outlaws, High Limit, the PA series, champions, storylines, and a lot more.

At the top of dirt late model racing, there are only a handful of major chassis players. But when you venture away from the big tours, there are others building, pushing things forward, and helping people go race. On this special episode of the Daily, Warrior Race Cars owner Mike Nuchols takes us inside racing at the local and regional level, talks the cost of late model racing, putting dirt late models in a wind tunnel, and a lot more.

Ricky Thornton Jr. is unbothered by tires, what happens to the Flo late model series since they bought Lucas, racing coming up this weekend, and more.

Coming up we'll talk a few early updates on the World of Outlaws late model roster, plus Keith Kunz has set his Chili Bowl lineup, and will we see Kyle Larson in a late model this year?

Today on the show we're talking the nearly half million dollar price tag on Spire's High Limit franchise and why they bought one, a crappy situation regarding race pay comes to light on social media, and breaking sprint car news.

Another series is apparently on the hunt for title sponsorship, we'll update some dirt late model ride situations, talk regional sprint car news, and more.

Lucas axes their championship playoff format, and everyone rejoices. Sye Lynch picks his sprint car series. And a sprint car council is created, well for the second time anyway, and they immediately rule on a key safety situation.

It's the opening weekend for Open Wheelers at Waikaraka Speedway. Midgets, Sprintcars, TQs, and ¼ Midgets are on the cards in what's set to be an exciting night of racing. Michael Pickens is a long-time speedway driver and joined D'Arcy to discuss the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Photos of a particular late model on display inside the PRI show have made the rounds on social media, and it's a cool looking piece, but it wouldn't be allowed to race with any major dirt late model series. We'll take a look at the car and share what's illegal, plus sprint car wraps, USAC schedules, and more.

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It was a big day of breaking news across dirt racing from the PRI show. We'll dive into the big stuff today, including FloRacing buying Lucas, Gio Scelzi's deal is official, new rides for Daulton Wilson and Chris Madden, and more.

It's on like Donkey Kong. High Limit appears to have taken a big step towards setting off a big power struggle in sprint car racing, and we've got the details today.

The dirt late model silly season has been pretty quiet, but that might be about to change. We'll talk about some recent moves, plus more on this High Limit/All Stars situation, and plenty of racing to check out.

High Limit buying the All Stars is the hot rumor. But is it actually true? We'll dive in today.

We're talking an interesting new hire for World Racing Group, especially when it comes to DIRTVision. Plus an incredible season for Zeb Wise, Logan Seavey's sweep, and a lot more.

Today on the show, a $100 million dollar dirt track failure, Bloomquist strangely targets Ricky Thornton Jr., Millstream Speedway could be back, and more.

$50,000 at Lernerville, or $60,000 at Port Royal. That's the decision facing some sprint car teams in the coming weeks. We'll talk about that, plus a big name driver possibly missing the Chili Bowl, and accusations of traction control in Canadian sprint car racing.

Some think there are too many dirt races. But is shrinking the schedule really possible, or feasible? Or fair? We'll dive in today.

Frustrations boil over at Fairbury, Pierce could win three championships, who exactly is still in it for the World of Outlaws title, and more today on the show.

An update today on more sprint car silly season moves, including a full circle situation for Justin Henderson. We'll also talk more Hoosier stuff, plus racing on tap for tonight.

Based on what we saw this weekend at the World 100, I think things have shifted for the Lucas championship, and we'll talk about the contenders today. Also, Corey Day appears to be on his way to stardom, but I want to spotlight the pretty incredible support system that's guiding him through his rise.

Rocket finally wins the World, Corey Day breaks through with the Outlaws, plus we'll talk tires, tech, wings and more.

Coming up, the World 100 starts today, and while the event will be special regardless, I think Eldora needs a bounceback. We'll talk about that, plus what to watch this weekend at Port Royal and Gold Cup, and a strange streaming situation from Wednesday.

Longhorn Chassis picks Brandon Sheppard for their house car program, and today we'll talk about why that just makes a ton of sense. We'll also talk World 100 entries and paint schemes, and more.

An interesting sprint car ran Sunday in a 360 show out in Washington, and I've got some details on it for you today. We'll also talk Monday results, and share some fun stuff from the Dirt Classic.

On this holiday Monday we'll talk Freddie Rahmer making more friends in Central Pennsylvania, the guy to beat this week at the World 100, a World of Outlaws fill-in driver, and more.

More late model chassis changes, Dale McDowell is pissed, Anthony Macri back in a car, and more today.

On this final show of the week we'll talk about Anthony Macri needing a break from racing and if mental health concerns could change the sport. We'll also get into Dave Blaney's science experiment sprint car and what to watch this weekend.

A young driver is getting a shot to team up with Paul Silva and Kyle Larson for Gold Cup, the Macri 39M continues to move forward without Anthony, and plenty more today.

The business of dirt tracks has a big problem right now that I don't know how we solve. We'll talk about that, plus a very weird Ricky Thornton Jr. stat, an Ohio sprint car driver change and more.

Today we are going super nerd with some World of Outlaws qualifying numbers, plus Anthony Macri, could you please pick up a white courtesy telephone.

How are Kevin Rumley's device, Scott Bloomquist, and Ricky Thornton Jr. connected? We'll talk about it today, plus some late model chassis swaps, a first for Brandon Sheppard, some sprint car championship updates, and more.

On the show today, I'll explain why this Tim McCreadie/Longhorn news isn't that big of a deal, plus we'll give away the Dirt Classic tickets, and look ahead to all the big dirt racing this weekend.

Dirt late model technology is constantly changing, and today we'll look at just how much the cars have changed inside the last several years. We've also got Tuesday results, and some sprint car tickets to give away.

It's question and answer day, and we'll talk Brad Sweet vs. Donny Schatz, Lucas vs. Outlaws, Kyle Larson over a full season, sprint cars vs midgets, and a lot more.

Coming up we'll talk Zeb Wise's win with the Ford 410 and a possible future sprint car engine war. We've also got some late model news, Sunday winners, and wait, why is Stockton cancelling their NARC show?

Thomas Meseraull teaches us about what it costs to go midget racing, Bobby Allen blames the tires, David Gravel digs a hole, and more from the dirt racing weekend.

When you take the roof off of a super late model, does it affect the handling? We'll talk about that today with the Topless 100 on tap this weekend, plus I've got an update on the future of Sharon Speedway, a new driver for the 69K sprint car and more.

If you're a sprint car fan, you've heard his name plenty, but how much do you really know about Paul Silva? We'll dive today into Kyle Larson's secretive crew chief and car owner.

Tanner Holmes gets a big shot, High Limit races tonight, Davenport loses a key crew member, and the Danimal is back.

After more than 1000 videos created, I've got some thoughts today on dirt racing media, what moves the needle, why I make certain decisions, and the challenges faced by those who cover the sport.

Kyle Larson did it again. We'll talk about his dominant Knoxville Nationals win and his insane versatility, plus lots of other notes from the weekend, including some driver news, a track needing a promoter, and Bobby Pierce winning again.

Is winning a Knoxville prelim night a good thing, or a bad thing? We'll talk about that plus everything you need to know from night one, an update on Jacob Allen, what to watch this weekend, and more.

We are mere hours before the start of the 62nd Knoxville Nationals, and the driver changes just keep coming. We'll talk about those, plus what's happening today at Knoxville, and Tuesday results.

It's Knoxville Nationals eve and today we'll talk about all the good stuff the teams bring out for this week, plus some thoughts on the Toyota powered cars, another sprint car team with a Ford engine, Bobby Pierce's continued late model dominance, and more.