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Cal Wells, Off-Road Legend / Principal, LNGA Consulting, businessman and former owner of PPI Motorsports. Call also served as the executive vice president of operations at Michael Waltrip Racing, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization's three NASCAR Cup Series teams and one Nationwide Series team. Online Race Industry Week 2022: 5 days, 55 hours of LIVE webinars, 150+ race industry speakers, 110 countries represented in attendance. From EPARTRADE, RACER.com, & SPEED SPORT. Presented by ETS Racing Fuels, Scott Lewis Associates, & Total Seal Piston Rings. Sponsored by ARP Inc, Performance Plus Global Logistics, & Motul.

Kevin Lepage is remembered for having sponsorship from the Vermont Teddy Bear Company ... and also an incident that took place during a 2008 Nationwide Series event at Talladega. This week, Kevin gives his side of the story in what was … by far … the most controversial moment of his career. Nearly everyone blamed the mishap on Kevin, while he has always claimed innocence. Hear what Kevin has to say … and then decide for yourself what to think. In our second segment, hosts Rick Houston and Steve Waid dig into the May 1, 2008 issue of NASCAR Scene. Kyle Busch and Tony Stewart win at Talladega, and Kevin Lepage is in the hot seat after that crazy mishap. There were also rumors going around that Tony was looking to go into team ownership, and that Danica Patrick might be considering a move to NASCAR. Finally … there's a story on A.J. Allmendinger struggling to get up to speed in NASCAR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Lepage is remembered for having sponsorship from the Vermont Teddy Bear Company ... and also an incident that took place during a 2008 Nationwide Series event at Talladega. This week, Kevin gives his side of the story in what was … by far … the most controversial moment of his career. Nearly everyone blamed the mishap on Kevin, while he has always claimed innocence. Hear what Kevin has to say … and then decide for yourself what to think. In our second segment, hosts Rick Houston and Steve Waid dig into the May 1, 2008 issue of NASCAR Scene. Kyle Busch and Tony Stewart win at Talladega, and Kevin Lepage is in the hot seat after that crazy mishap. There were also rumors going around that Tony was looking to go into team ownership, and that Danica Patrick might be considering a move to NASCAR. Finally … there's a story on A.J. Allmendinger struggling to get up to speed in NASCAR.

This week, J.D. and Derrick break down one of the weirdest crossover events in motorsports history - Kimi Raikkonen's foray into NASCAR in 2011.  Just four years removed from winning the Formula 1 Championship, Kimi Raikkonen was in Charlotte in a NASCAR truck. But why? The guys talked about that question, his race in an Xfinity Series car (called the Nationwide Series then), and his not so great test in a Cup car. There was also an issue with his water bottle that caused more drama than it should have. Then, J.D. talked with F1 statistician Sean Kelly (@virtualstatman on twitter), who has worked in F1 broadcast production for nearly 20 years, about his impressions of the move, and how successful Kimi could be if he ever decided to come back to NASCAR.  Just like our favorite crew chiefs, we LOVE feedback! Share your thoughts on this episode, and any ideas you have for future stories you think we should discuss - @staggerpodcast on twitter and instagram! 

This week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Campbell University Defensive Coordinator, Weston Glaser. Coach Glaser discusses transitioning from offense to defense, shares his unique experience working with NASCAR, and promotes the importance of learning new perspectives. Weston Glaser was named Campbell's defensive coordinator following the 2018 season. Glaser started his coaching career at his alma mater, Sam Houston State where he played quarterback from 2008-09. With Glaser on staff from 2010-13, the Bearkats posted a 31-10 overall record with two Southland Conference championships and back-to-back FCS National Championship game appearances. The Waco, Texas native also made a stop at UTEP from 2013-15. During his time in El Paso, Glaser worked with the Miners’ linebackers and defensive backs. Glaser also spent time at the NFL level, working for the Cleveland Browns scouting department from 2014-15. At the same time, Glaser also worked as an assistant pit crew coach for Hendrick Motorsports of NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and Nationwide Series. He worked predominantly with the pit crews for Jimmie Johnson and Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Prior to joining the Campbell staff, Glaser spent the 2018 Spring as defensive coordinator at Howard Payne University after serving as a defensive quality control coach at Texas A&M, where he worked with the defensive backs. [0:27] Start of interview [0:44] Playing offense, but coaching defense [2:18] The NASCAR coaching experience [5:53] Effective attention to detail [7:37] Staying connected to the game by working in the NFL [9:21] Developing recruiting standards [11:19] Transitioning from non-scholarship to scholarship football [14:35] Advantages of learning at lower levels [18:32] Favorite restaurant in Waco, Tx

This week's Guest on Start your Engine at 10:20am Saturday June 20,2020 will be 2021 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee Red Farmer. He became famous as a member of the Alabama Gang and he considered his hometown to be Hueytown, Alabama. Estimates of Farmer's career victories range from 700 to 900 victories, most occurring in the late 1950s and early 60's. He raced 36 NASCAR races from 1953 to 1975. He won numerous championships at local tracks. He was the NASCAR National Late Model Sportsman champion (later Nationwide Series) for three consecutive years from 1969 to 1971. Farmer's best finish in NASCAR's top division was a fourth at both the 1972 Talladega 500, and the 1968 Middle Georgia 500 near Macon, Georgia). He had so few Cup races because he was content to run primarily in the Late Model Sportsman. He was named NASCAR's most popular driver 4 times. Farmer later raced in the white and gold No. 97 car. In the mid 60's, however, Farmer raced a white, gold, and red Ford Fairlane, No. F-97. He was Davey Allison's crew chief in the Busch Series

Gone Fishing With Hank Parker (Part 1) - Hank ParkerGone Fishing With Hank Parker (Part 2) - Hank ParkerGone Fishing With Hank Parker (Part 3) - Hank ParkerFamilyLife Today® Radio Transcript  References to conferences, resources, or other special promotions may be obsolete. Life's Next Chapter Guest:                        Hank Parker              From the series:       Gone Fishing with Hank Parker (Day 3 of 3)______________________________________________________________________________ Bob: When Hank Parker's marriage dissolved, he was hurting. When we're hurting, we can do or say things we wish later we hadn't done or said. Hank remembers getting some very wise counsel. Hank: I had a great Christian friend that came to me. I was living with Hank, Jr. When you're hurting, you tend to vent. This man came up to me and put his arm around me; and he said: “I know you're hurting, and I know you're living with Hank, Jr. I'm not accusing you of anything, but I just want to tell you—if you are venting anything about your marriage to your son, that's his mom; and you're making a horrible mistake.” Bob: This is FamilyLife Today for Friday, June 9th. Our host is the President of FamilyLife®, Dennis Rainey, and I'm Bob Lepine. We'll talk today to world champion fisherman, Hank Parker, and hear some of the lessons life has taught him as he has learned to walk with Jesus.  1:00 Stay with us. And welcome to FamilyLife Today. Thanks for joining us. You know, we have some listeners who have been tuned in—and we've been talking about hunting and fishing this week—and really talking about family and— Dennis: Yes; I have to say, Bob, there have been some pretty gritty conversations with Hank Parker. Bob: It has been, but I know we have listeners, who are going: “I'm just not an outdoor fish-and-hunt kind of guy, and I've just never been into that kind of thing. Can a guy just go do it by himself?” They're wondering whether this is something they ought to give a whirl to; and if they should, how do they do it? Dennis: Well, they just need to find someone who can mentor them a little bit, because no one just walks in the woods and becomes a hunter. And frankly, being a fisherman as well—it helps to find somebody who knows how to do it. Would you agree, Hank? Hank: Well, we live in a unique time. It is incredible how much information is on the Internet—so you can get it all.  2:00 You can go to any of the archery companies: “How to,” “Where do I start?” “What do I need?” Any of the boat companies can tell you how to get started fishing. You can go to the game and fish sites, and they can tell you where all public fishing is at. It's all out there; so it's so easy to find if you're an Internet searcher. That doesn't fit me very well, but for most people they go for that. [Laughter] Bob: But if a guy's a novice—he's never done any of this before—and he's thinking: “Well, maybe this weekend we should go do something. Maybe I should take my sons fishing.” Hank: Absolutely, without a doubt. You could go and you could hit your local fish and game website. They tell you where there's public fishing / where there's public access to launch boats—anything you want to know, it's all there. Bob: Well, if anybody should know, the guy we're talking to this week should know; right? Dennis: No doubt about it.  3:00 He's won the national championship of B.A.S.S. fishing twice / in the Hall of Fame of bass fishing as well—and has his own outdoor show called Hank Parker's Outdoor Magazine. Hank: That's it. Dennis: I've had a chance to be a guest on his show. Bob: In fact, how could people watch the episode of you and Dennis? Is there some way they could see that?  Hank: You know, I don't know—that will air on Pursuit Network next year / it aired this year on the Outdoor Channel—so I'm really not positive. You can go to our website, HankParker.com, and you can get information on where that show will air or how to obtain a copy of that show. Bob: Okay. Dennis: Yes; there you go / there you go. So here's my question for you, Hank—and by the way, Hank Parker's married to Martha, has four sons and a daughter, eleven grandchildren. I saw them all on Hank Parker's Outdoor Magazine—he took them fishing together. It looked like a man in an anthill with all those kids fishing. 4:00 Hank: I have to clarify also—Martha has a wonderful daughter and two sons—so we're a blended family. I have five and she has three; collectively, we have eleven grandkids—how awesome is that? Dennis: Oh, that's great. I'm glad you did correct me there. So, if I said to you: “Hank, you had one place to go fishing. Conditions were going to be perfect—you could go anywhere in the world—where would you go and why?” Hank: Oh, man, that is so tough. I have those decisions that I have to make each year. [Laughter] Dennis: —because you can go wherever you want to go! Hank: I do; I literally do. This year, I chose my favorite place to fish in the whole wide world—is Venice, Louisiana, on the Gulf of Mexico. You guys went on a cruise and left from the port of Louisiana. You went right by my fishing hole at the southwest path, where the Mississippi river meets the Gulf of Mexico. Dennis: So are you fishing for red fish? Hank: Big, giant red fish on bass tackle—it is unbelievable. Dennis: I think I've seen one of those shows. 5:00 Hank: Oh, it's so much fun. Dennis: You caught a lot of fish doing that. Hank: Oh, we caught 200 on top water one year. I took a group of guys from the FCA down there—Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Man, we had so much fun catching fish. We caught over 200 in the group. Dennis: Unbelievable. Well, let's talk about family for a moment. You've kind of broken your life into three chapters: One, the family you grew up in—where you had a dad who struggled with alcoholism / had a dramatic conversion to Christ—which ultimately led to your conversion, as a young man, later on. And then, you began a career in fishing. Ultimately, your success cost you your marriage.  You turned a corner, though, upon that point and headed toward the third chapter in your life, which you've said has been remarkable—15 years of walking with Christ, and serving Him, and seeing Him at work in your marriage and your family.  6:00 Take us back to that turning point, the divorce; and help us kind of find our way through this third chapter in your life. Hank: Well, you know, I learned, early on, when I went through all those hard times, I had a great, great Christian friend that came to me. I was living with Hank, Jr. When you're hurting, you tend to vent. This man came up to me and put his arm around me; and he said: “I know you're hurting, and I know you're living with Hank, Jr. I'm not accusing you of anything, but I just want to tell you—if you are venting anything about your marriage to your son, that's his mom; and you're making a horrible mistake. You need not lean on him, as a friend; because he is not your friend—he is your son. He still needs a dad. He needs a strong father figure—he needs a man that has respect for his mother. You need to be on your game to be able to have an influence that will be positive on that young man.” 7:00 It was some of the best advice I've ever gotten. It was at a very low point in my life, and I was guilty of what he was assuming I may be doing. It changed everything about the way I started behaving and prioritizing—trying to be the dad I needed to be—even though things were not the best in my life at that period of time. I just started trying to be the godly father that I needed to be, in spite of my condition. Dennis: You shared with me about your sons and your daughter—and just how well they seem to be doing and walking with Christ. You know, there are a lot of things we, as parents, can do in terms of our failures; but in the end, if they're doing well, all is well with us. Hank: Yes. 8:00 Dennis: You agree? Hank: Yes; that is absolutely true. Hank, Jr., has always been the model kid. He and I raced together—we were best friends / he's my firstborn son, and we just had this incredible relationship. Spiritually, I watched him grow.  I have five children, and every relationship I have is completely different—it's amazing. But Billy—you know, we got into racing. I was good buddies with Dale Earnhardt. We were down at the farm one weekend, and the following Monday, I had to go pick up a race car that Earnhardt [sold] to Hank, Jr., that belonged to Dale, Jr. So, we got involved in the racing business. We started out—we just started racing Late Model at the little local track right out of Charlotte, North Carolina. Then, that grew to NASCAR® and NASCAR's All Pro Division. That went from NASCAR's All Pro Division to NASCAR's Grand National Division. Hank, Jr., ran a couple of events; but primarily, raced in what was called the Nationwide Series last year. I'm not sure what it is this year—the [Xfinity] Series, I think. 9:00 Dennis: But there was a moment you described in your son's life, where he had a chance to go big-time. I remember just sitting on the edge of my seat, listening, as you—as a dad—shared about a choice that your son made. I think, in order to share the story, you need to share a little bit more of the context for your family and kind of why this choice was heroic. Hank: Well, I'll kind of try to disguise—keep the names of the innocent out of it—to keep from discriminating against the race owner. Billy was just an incredible NASCAR All Pro driver and Late Model driver. He built his own cars. One of the NASCAR former heroes of the sport had a son that was racing. He went to several of the races and saw Billy run. He was starting a Grand National team of his own, and he asked Billy to be his driver.  10:00 It was just a dream come true. Everything was just unbelievable for Billy, and he was excited. He loved racing and was very talented at it—very, very talented. Dennis: This was one of the top racing companies on— Hank: It was one of the top racing personalities who started a brand new team. But he worked with one of the top four of all NASCAR teams—the driver did. He took Billy—and this is funny / I'll have to tell this story really quickly—Billy asked me, before he was going into the meeting with him—he said: “Dad, I think he may offer me the job to drive the car. How much should I ask for?” I said: “Well, don't ask for anything. Let him make an offer.” He said, “Well, what do you think?” I said, “Well, I wouldn't drive, Billy, for less than $50,000.” “Ah, I don't know if he'll pay me that.” I said, “I would demand $50,000 if I have to win it.” “Ah, I don't know, Dad.” I said: “Billy, don't say anything. Let him make the offer.” 11:00 Man, I was on pins and needles waiting for that meeting. To make a long story short, when it was over, I think he paid him a $150,000 plus half the winnings, you know. Of course, the driver volunteered that. That was a big deal. You know, you come from working in the garage, and eating bologna on white bread, and all of a sudden, you're making enough money to eat filet mignon. It was a big deal for Billy. We were all excited for him, knowing that he was going to really make his mark at NASCAR. Hadn't been racing very long and this driver said: “I'm going to take you over and introduce you to the big boss. We're going to have a little meeting.” Well, when they get there, they're in a room that looks like a galley of a billion-dollar yacht—all teak wood and gigantic office. They have this sheet over something in the center of the room.  12:00 They pull the sheet off of the easel that it was covered with the photograph—or the drawing—of Billy getting the [word muffled] handed to him by the other driver, and it was an alcoholic beverage. Billy said, “I can't accept this.” They said: “Well, you know, we'll give you time to think about it. We didn't mean to spring this on you.”  He said: “No; I don't need time to think about it. My grandfather was a drunk; and my dad is very much against alcohol, and he's taught me,” and he said, “I just—I'm not comfortable doing this, and I never will be. So it's not about time. It would be unfair to you guys to say, ‘Well, give me a day or two,' because I don't need any time.” Billy didn't volunteer all that to me, and I may not have it exactly the way it all went down; but from what I got from the meeting was—of course, it ended his career—and I later did talk to him, one on one, on the phone and I said: “Billy, I can't believe that this has happened to you.  13:00 “It's unfair that you're going to get pushed out because you—” He said: “Dad. Dad, Dad, wait. It's not unfair, and it's not anything to do with the race team. It's not anything to do with the alcoholic company. It's a God-thing. I have a decision to make, and I'm going to make the right one. It doesn't have anything to do with anybody but me and the Lord.” He said: “I know what I'm going to do, and I'm not sad about it. I'm going to move on.” That was pretty much the end of his racing career. He did have a wreck two weeks or three weeks after that occurred, and that ended him for sure; but he was doomed by rejecting that. And of course, he knew he would be when he did it; but he did it because it was, in his heart, the right thing to do. Dennis: One of the top sponsors in NASCAR— Hank: —one of the top teams. Dennis: Yes.  14:00 He walked away and walked out of the meeting, where there was the ultimate, in my opinion, in peer pressure. Hank: No doubt about that. He is the one son that I would not have expected that from. I would not have been surprised—Hank, Jr., had had a similar circumstance and had already stood tall; but I didn't really know Billy would be that strong. It just—I cannot tell you, as a dad, how proud I was of his decision. Bob: Have you had to face similar situations? I mean, when I think of B.A.S.S. fishing, you take a cooler out when you go B.A.S.S. fishing; don't you? Hank: All these B.A.S.S. fishermen face this. Just several years ago, when ESPN bought B.A.S.S., you had to wear a beer sticker on your jersey; and you had to put one on the windshield of your boat. There were several guys—Jimmy Houston for one, and I'll give Jimmy a shout-out—Jimmy refused it.  15:00 But he had sponsorships to fish the tournament. So, he fished the tournament without the patch and without the sticker and didn't get points. But he had made a commitment to his sponsors that he would be there, so he participated even though he got no points for the Classic. Dennis: Wow. What would you say would be the thing you did to contribute to your son's character to making a courageous decision like that, Hank? Hank: That is the most flattering part of all of it—is I think that my son knew my heart. He cared enough about my convictions / that he respected them enough that it became his convictions.  I've always tried to be transparent with my kids. I never, ever wanted to be a fake. My kids know my good, my bad, and my ugly—they know I'm real. They know I'm real, and that was the most flattering part; because I wasn't sure—  16:00 —he's a young man with a lot of ambition, and a lot of crossroads, and you're eager to make a mark in life, and you love the sport so much—I just wasn't sure that he was there in maturity, and I wasn't sure that he had those respects. I think, if it's all said and done, I think all I was with him was real; and he saw that. Dennis: Well Hank, I've really enjoyed our conversation we've had this week with you. There's been one other assignment that I've been wanting to give you. It's something you've done a good job of as you've told your stories about your mom and your dad—it's the fifth commandment—that we are to honor our mother and our father.  A number of years ago, God placed a burden on my heart with my parents that I needed to write a tribute to them. I waited too late with my dad; he died suddenly at the age of 66; but I didn't wait too long with my mom.  17:00 I wrote my mom a tribute. The only mistake I made was not taking it to her and reading to her, face to face. But I think what I'd like to do is—if I had the ability to seat your dad, right now, across the table from you—and I said: “Hank, I want you to turn to your dad, right now, and give him a tribute—not for the years that were wasted—but for how he redeemed, ultimately, what he was given when he placed his faith in Christ and turned away from alcoholism—and not being much of a father, or a husband, or a citizen—he became God's man.” Could you give him a tribute? Hank: I could. I sure could.  18:00 I would say to my dad:  Dad, I know you were bogged down with and shackled by an addiction that you didn't want to be; and when you had the chance, you accepted Jesus Christ and you turned your life around. You cared more about my soul than you cared about anything else, me and my brother. I'm so grateful to you that you prioritized our salvation above yourself / above anything that you wanted in this whole world. And I thank you so much for living the life, those five years, for living the life—having the attitude, the spirit, and being patient with me. I thank you that you loved me enough. You prayed for me, you were patient, and you were so incredibly persistent. You never let up; and I'm so grateful, Dad.  19:00 I would not be the man I am and I would have no hope. I was destined for hell—I had a bad attitude. You knew it all, Dad; but you loved me enough, you stuck with me. I have two great fathers that I'll spend eternity with. I thank you, and I love you; and you're awesome. Dennis: I don't know if folks in heaven can hear things; but I have a feeling, if they can, your dad has a big grin on his face right now. I'm confident, Hank—just on the amount of time you and I have spent over the past year together—there are a lot of reasons for him to be proud of you. You're about the King's business, representing Christ and proclaiming Him. I really admire your heart for introducing other people to Jesus Christ—the person, the Redeemer, the God-Man—who died for you and your father and who made a difference in your dad's life and yours as well. I'm grateful to God for you and the man you are. Thanks for joining us on the broadcast. 20:00 Hank: Man, I just appreciate the opportunity to be here. What an awesome program you have and what a beautiful facility. If people have never seen this before, they need to come to Little Rock to tour. This is awesome.  Dennis: They sure do. I hope you'll come back and bring Martha next time. I'll treat you to my blackened salmon out on my deck. Hank: I may just hold you to that. [Laughter] Bob: It's worth a trip—I'll vouch for it; okay? [Laughter] And I'm glad you mentioned tours, because we would encourage folks: “If your summertime plans have you coming anywhere near Little Rock, swing by and just let us know that you'd like a tour of our headquarters. We have tour groups who tour the office regularly—get a chance to see the studios and see all that's happening, here, at FamilyLife. If we're around, we'd love to say, “Hi!” to you. So, if you're coming this way this summer, stop by FamilyLife headquarters and ask for a tour. Or call ahead if you'd like—just call 1-800-FL-TODAY and let us know you're coming. We'll make plans to welcome you when you get here. And there's no cost for the tour—we're always glad to have folks stop by. 21:00 And I mentioned earlier this week about dads and sons going through the Stepping Up® video series together. We've heard from listeners, who said, “That sounds like that could be a good idea,” especially if you have teenage sons and you're looking for a way to connect with them and with their friends this summer. Our recommendation is that a group of dads and a group of sons just plan to get together once a week—have a cookout / do something fun together—and then watch a 30-minute video from the Stepping Up series / spend some time talking about what you watched. We have workbooks that'll help guide your discussion. I think what you'll find, if you do that—a lot of lessons that your sons / your young men can learn by going through this series with you. And you'll learn a few things yourself, no matter what your age is.  22:00 Find out more about the Stepping Up video series when you go, online, at FamilyLifeToday.com; or give us a call if you have any questions at 1-800-358-6329—that's 1-800-“F” as in family, “L” as in life, and then the word, “TODAY.” Now, this weekend, in Houston, Texas, and in Austin, Texas, we have FamilyLife Weekend to Remember® marriage getaways taking place—hundreds of couples from all over the state of Texas, and actually, a lot of folks flying in for the weekend—a great getaway for husbands and wives to relax, refresh, laugh together, and be reminded of what the Bible teaches us about how to build a stronger, healthier marriage relationship. That's what the Weekend to Remember is all about. I would just like to ask you, pray for these couples who are going to be going to a Weekend to Remember.  23:00 Just take a minute, right now, and just say a prayer for them—that they will sense God's presence this weekend and that they'll hear Him clearly as we seek to present what the Bible has to say about marriage and family. That's our goal, here, at FamilyLife. We want to effectively develop godly marriages and families—we believe that can change the world. And we owe a special “Thank you,” to FamilyLife listeners, who do more than just listen—those of you who go, online, or give us a call, or mail in a donation—we're grateful for you. You really make the impact of this ministry happen. You enable us to take this message to more people every day in more ways because of your financial support. If you've never made a donation to FamilyLife, and you're a longtime listener, how about today being the day you join the FamilyLife team with a donation? You can do that, online, at FamilyLifeToday.com; or you can call 1-800-FL-TODAY. Or mail your donation to us at FamilyLife Today at PO Box 7111, Little Rock, AR; our zip code is 72223. 24:00 And we hope you have a great weekend this weekend. I hope you and your family are able to worship together in your local church. And I hope you can be back with us on Monday. Next week is all about dads, with Father's Day coming. We're going to talk about how important / how powerful a dad can be in his family's life. I hope you can tune in for that. I want to thank our engineer today, Keith Lynch, along with our entire broadcast production team. On behalf of our host, Dennis Rainey, I'm Bob Lepine. 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NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer has been coming into The Freak Nation long enough to let his hair down a bit and have fun with The Freaks. This is a Freakin Flashback to 2013 when Bowyer's mind drifted from racing to duck hunting. There aren't many places in the motorsports media where Bowyer can freestyle like that. Bowyer won the 2008 Nationwide Series title driving for Richard Childress. But he comes into the Freak Nation with five hours worth of energy every time. Listen...

NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer has been coming into The Freak Nation long enough to let his hair down a bit and have fun with The Freaks. This is a Freakin Flashback to 2013 when Bowyer's mind drifted from racing to duck hunting. There aren't many places in the motorsports media where Bowyer can freestyle like that. Bowyer won the 2008 Nationwide Series title driving for Richard Childress. But he comes into the Freak Nation with five hours worth of energy every time. Listen...

My guest on today’s podcast is Angela Ruch. Angela is a NASCAR driver, wife, twin sister and soon to be Mom. Her recent success at Daytona International Speedway (Top 10) and Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Top 20) in the NASCAR Gander Outdoor Truck Series will only add to the 2019 highlights for the Ruch family. Angela speaks about her hectic work/life schedule all while getting ready for the birth of their adoptive son. I appreciate Angela giving me a little bit of her day on such an important time in her life and wish her and her family continued successes. Background She and her sister, Amber Cope, made NASCAR history on October 23, 2010 by being the first twins to compete in one of its top three series. That day they made their NASCAR debut in the Camping World Truck Series in Martinsville, VA. Amber Cope, driving the No. 6 Dodge, finished 26th, while Angela Cope was involved in two incidents within 18 laps of each other early in the race and finished 30th. The twins began racing in Go-Karts at age 9. They quickly gained attention by winning poles and races year after year. By age 15 they stepped up to late-model race cars—even before they had driver's licenses.[1] Angela took 1st place in 2002 at the Lucas Oil Can-Am 150 at the Sun Valley Speedway. In 1995, Angela finished 1st and Amber finished 3rd in the Tri-cities Gold Cup "Yamaha Class". By 1998, both sisters were PSGKA Gold Cup winners in the "Junior Piston Port". Both sisters split seat time in 2006 at the ARCA Re/Max Series at Berlin, Gateway, Chicagoland, Milwaukee Mile, and Toledo, Ohio. By 2008, the twins qualified for the ARCA Re/Max Series at Kentucky Speedway, with positions 8 and 15. She currently competes part-time in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series, driving the No. 8 Chevrolet Silverado for NEMCO Motorsports. Racing Career Angela and Amber Cope became the third generation of Copes to enter into the world of racing, when, at the young age of nine, the girls' parents gave them a go-kart for Christmas and thus began their road to NASCAR. Once they began competing locally, the girls made a name for themselves and became the most accomplished go-kart racers in the Greater Puget Sound region. In their seven years of driving, go-karts included 50 first place wins and setting on pole position 20 times in the Pacific Northwest. Angela also set new track records at five of six tracks in the same region. At the young age of 15, they progressed to late model race cars even before they had their license to drive. In 2000, a very short time after their debut in late model stock cars they instantly acquired national attention when they were featured on TODAY with host Bryant Gumbel. As Angela and Amber became more experienced and confident behind the wheel, they knew that in order to pursue a career in NASCAR they would have to leave Washington. They moved across the country to Charlotte, North Carolina to start training with their uncle Derrike. The twins put all of their focus into learning the in and outs of professional racing. They traveled with their Uncle Derrike to every Cup race that he went to and became fixtures on the track and in the pit. In 2011, Angela competed in four Nationwide Series races. In 2012, she shared the No. 24 SR2 Motorsports Toyota in the series with Amber Cope and Benny Gordon on a part-time schedule. Five years later, now going by Angela Ruch, she made her return to NASCAR's Xfinity Series at Kentucky Speedway, driving the No. 78 B. J. McLeod Motorsports Chevrolet. In 2019, Angela returned to the Gander Outdoors Truck Series with NEMCO Motorsports. She finished a NASCAR career best 8th at Daytona, her first lead lap finish and the second highest ever for a female in the Truck Series.

My guest on today’s podcast is Angela Ruch. Angela is a NASCAR driver, wife, twin sister and soon to be Mom. Her recent success at Daytona International Speedway (Top 10) and Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Top 20) in the NASCAR Gander Outdoor Truck Series will only add to the 2019 highlights for the Ruch family. Angela speaks about her hectic work/life schedule all while getting ready for the birth of their adoptive son. I appreciate Angela giving me a little bit of her day on such an important time in her life and wish her and her family continued successes. BackgroundShe and her sister, Amber Cope, made NASCAR history on October 23, 2010 by being the first twins to compete in one of its top three series. That day they made their NASCAR debut in the Camping World Truck Series in Martinsville, VA. Amber Cope, driving the No. 6 Dodge, finished 26th, while Angela Cope was involved in two incidents within 18 laps of each other early in the race and finished 30th.The twins began racing in Go-Karts at age 9. They quickly gained attention by winning poles and races year after year. By age 15 they stepped up to late-model race cars—even before they had driver's licenses.[1] Angela took 1st place in 2002 at the Lucas Oil Can-Am 150 at the Sun Valley Speedway. In 1995, Angela finished 1st and Amber finished 3rd in the Tri-cities Gold Cup "Yamaha Class". By 1998, both sisters were PSGKA Gold Cup winners in the "Junior Piston Port". Both sisters split seat time in 2006 at the ARCA Re/Max Series at Berlin, Gateway, Chicagoland, Milwaukee Mile, and Toledo, Ohio. By 2008, the twins qualified for the ARCA Re/Max Series at Kentucky Speedway, with positions 8 and 15.She currently competes part-time in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series, driving the No. 8 Chevrolet Silverado for NEMCO Motorsports. Racing CareerAngela and Amber Cope became the third generation of Copes to enter into the world of racing, when, at the young age of nine, the girls' parents gave them a go-kart for Christmas and thus began their road to NASCAR. Once they began competing locally, the girls made a name for themselves and became the most accomplished go-kart racers in the Greater Puget Sound region. In their seven years of driving, go-karts included 50 first place wins and setting on pole position 20 times in the Pacific Northwest. Angela also set new track records at five of six tracks in the same region.At the young age of 15, they progressed to late model race cars even before they had their license to drive. In 2000, a very short time after their debut in late model stock cars they instantly acquired national attention when they were featured on TODAY with host Bryant Gumbel.As Angela and Amber became more experienced and confident behind the wheel, they knew that in order to pursue a career in NASCAR they would have to leave Washington. They moved across the country to Charlotte, North Carolina to start training with their uncle Derrike. The twins put all of their focus into learning the in and outs of professional racing. They traveled with their Uncle Derrike to every Cup race that he went to and became fixtures on the track and in the pit.   In 2011, Angela competed in four Nationwide Series races. In 2012, she shared the No. 24 SR2 Motorsports Toyota in the series with Amber Cope and Benny Gordon on a part-time schedule. Five years later, now going by Angela Ruch, she made her return to NASCAR's Xfinity Series at Kentucky Speedway, driving the No. 78 B. J. McLeod Motorsports Chevrolet.In 2019, Angela returned to the Gander Outdoors Truck Series with NEMCO Motorsports. She finished a NASCAR career best 8th at Daytona, her first lead lap finish and the second highest ever for a female in the Truck Series. Become a supporter of this podcast:https://anchor.fm/thetravelwins/support

Chris Lencheski joins Joe and Tom this week for a conversation on working for a sports investment company and the sports business success that is Drag Racing. Chris is one of the most well respected professionals in the global sports and entertainment landscape. With over 20 years of professional experience, he has authored industry-setting standards and practice guidelines followed by major entities from network and cable television groups to Fortune 500 companies. His work has included collaborations with the Americas' Cup, the Olympics, Formula One and World Cup projects as well as a host of international and national properties from every major league to governing bodies. Chris was a multiple team owner in the NASCAR Sprint and Nationwide Series, as well as owner and governor of the International Hockey League franchise; the Quad City Mallards – The IHL Affiliate of the NHL Philadelphia Flyers. The Mallards were “IHL Franchise of the Year 2009-2010”. In this episode Chris talks about his work for the Drag Racing league and talks about the changes in the international sports business and the digitization of sports. Chris also shares some incredible stories of his career and talks about teaching at the Columbia University Sports Management program. The Facts The CUSP Show is a production by the faculty of Sports Management at Columbia University. You can get in touch with the program on Twitter @CU_SPS_Sports Our presenters are Joe Favorito (@Joefav) and Tom Richardson (@ConvergenceTR).

Twenty-four-year-old Westport, Connecticut native Parker Kligerman comes from humble beginnings at the local kart tracks of Connecticut, but Kligerman has achieved remarkable results, and has become one of racing’s most promising young talents. Kligerman's talent helped him climb the NASCAR ladder, running both the Camping World Truck Series and Nationwide Series, leading him to earn a spot in the top tier, the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. The Gluten Free Car When Parker was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in 2010, his life changed for the better. Until that point, he was living in a fog and constantly feeling sick. A fellow racecar driver recommended that he get tested for Celiac, which ultimately allowed Parker to get back to his energetic and healthy lifestyle. Now, Parker has made it his mission to spread the word about Celiac Disease and to show people that a gluten-free lifestyle can include delicious food choices and a variety of options at their favorite restaurants. The mission of his Gluten-Free campaign: * Spread awareness about Celiac Disease and how to get tested. * Promote options for Celiacs and those who are living a gluten-free lifestyle. Join Jules and Parker as they discuss overcoming celiac disease and spreading awareness of the benefits of a gluten free lifestyle, on and off the track.

Guest: Chase Elliott - We recap all things Atlanta, Is Kasey Kahne a werewolf? Mike Heltons mustache stops for a visit, Nationwide Series is no more?, The Hendrick 4 all Chase-bound, plus a full Richmond preview. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie Support the show: http://patreon.com/thefinallap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the final episode of Speed Source Live, as the Cup Series takes a weekend off Steve will run you down thru some news of the week, Chicagoland for the Nationwide Series and talk about the one everybody is looking to, the midweek The Mudsummer Classic for the trucks at Eldora. A good friend of the show Matt Weaver from Popular Speed will join us to talk about the Race Team Alliance, The first half of the season and who to watch heading for the chase. Plus we want to hear from you. Give us a call at 646-929-2570.

Guest: Martin Truex Jr. - We recap New Hampshire, hear from Mike Helton's mustache, minimum speed rears it's ugly head, yellow paint for Chase drivers, Brad K's dog attacks 6-pack, and more fun than you can shake a redwood at. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie. Support the show: http://patreon.com/thefinallap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie and Stephen are back this week to recap some very dramatic road course racing and preview a full weekend in the bluegrass state. Joining them right at the top of the show will be Saturdays NASCAR Nationwide Series winner from Richard Childress Racing, Brendan Gaughan. He will talk about his first victory in the Nationwide Series ever and his first win overall in over 10 years, plus help preview Kentucky and who knows what else might be on his mind. May talk some off road racing or his love for diving. It's never ending with Brendan and we look forward to every minute of it. Plus the question of the week and look at who came out on top in Fantasy.

Katie And Stephen talk NASCAR in Charlotte and a little Indy 500 as it's Memorial Day weekend. A look back at Jamie McMurray's surprising win in the All-Star Race, Kurt Busch's shot at the Double, preview the longest race on the schedule the Coca-Cola 600 plus we dip back into the short tracks with Las Vegas rising star Kayli Barker and we'll get Sam Hornish Jr.'s thoughts on his win at Iowa and the balance of his Nationwide Series schedule behind the wheel of the number 54 Monster Engergy Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing.

Mike and Amanda have an in-depth sit down interview with Grand Prix de Dirty Mo competitor Steven Steffen. Austin Theriault also drops by to chat about his Nationwide Series debut in the SPY/Dirty Mo Radio car in Iowa on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Katie Copple and Stephen Conley put the off weekend behind them and look ahead to the next long stretch of NASCAR racing, plus they will look back on the surprises and struggles of the first quarter of the 2014 season. Jim Noble of the Performance Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio joins the show to share his thoughts on the early part of the season in both the Sprint Cup Series and Nationwide Series. That and more, all tonight on Speed Source Live.

On the show, I'll be talking with NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver Ben Rhodes, who is making his Truck Series debut this weekend at Martinsville!  "Savage" Ben Rhodes drives for Turner Motorsports in the NASCAR K&N Series... Excited to talk to Ben about the anticipation to make his first CWTS start! We will also hear from Kyle Larson, Kevin Harvick, plus thie past weekend's winner of the Sprint Cup race at Auto Club Speedway - Kyle Busch! Don't forget, Kate's Song of the Week, plus the segment "Things that make ya go hmmmm..." Join RTL on CLNS Radio - Wednesday from 7-8pmEST, for the fastest show on the radio!

Katie Copple & Stephen Conley bring you the NASCAR news of the week and talk to the people in the sport. This week they break down Daytona, preview Phoenix and talk to Ryan Reed driver of the #16 American Diabetes Association Ford Mustang For Roush-Fenway in the Nationwide Series and Eric Phillips Crew Chief for Datytona Truck Series winner Kyle Busch.

On the show, I'll recap the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series championship, and we will hear from Matt Crafton, plus I'll also recap the NASCAR Nationwide Series championship, and we will also hear from Austin Dillon.  I'll also recap the NASCAR Sprint Cup season and championship, and we will hear from Jimmie Johnson, and more.  I'll also be joined by Nick Fiorelli from the popular radio show "The Sports Chronicles!" Join me for the fastest show on the radio on Wed. at 7pmEST!

Guest: Greg Stumpff - We recap an actual Magical New Hampshire race, discuss NASCAR rules changes coming, Kyle Vs. Ryan smackdown, Danica Vs. Ricky, drivers acting on TV and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie. Support the show: http://patreon.com/thefinallap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Busch followed his Nationwide Series win with his first career Texas Motor Speedway Sprint Cup Series victory in Saturday night's NRA 500.

Highlights from Dale Jr.'s 7th place finish at Las Vegas, plus news regarding his upcoming Nationwide Series schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest: Rachel Rupert - Plus we breakdown the 2013 Nationwide Series season, Daytona Preseason Thunder testing, news of the week (que the music!) and more fun than you can shake a stick at (swish). Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie Support the show: http://patreon.com/thefinallap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We do a complete wrap-up of all three series at Homestead Miami Speedway. Brad Keselowski tells us how he almost wrecked Jeff Gordon's 24 Cup car with his Nationwide Series car, plus we hear from all the 2012 Champions. To answer your question, YES, we will be here every single week of the off-season. So get your fix! Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie Support the show: http://patreon.com/thefinallap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Eric and Al sit down with one of the hottest drivers in NASCAR, James Buescher. James disccuses his Nationwide Series win at Daytona, as well as his first NASCAR Cratsman Truck Series win last weekend in Kansas.  This is a terrific interview that you do not want to miss!  Catch all episodes of their show on Monday night's at 7 PM, EST. 

We discuss the Richard Childress Vs. Kyle Busch smack down, Cup and Truck racing from Kansas, Nationwide Series fumes finish from Chicagoland, and preview Pocono. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Paul Northrop Support the show: http://patreon.com/thefinallap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In-depth analysis of NSCS/NNS in Atlanta and NCWTS in Kentucky and much more!

In-depth analysis of NSCS/NNS in Atlanta and NCWTS in Kentucky and much more!

Debates of the latest NASCAR headlines, previews and predictions for NNS and NSCS in Atlanta and NCWTS in Kentucky, race weekend weather forecast with Brian Neudorff, and Jimmy Joe's Atlanta NASCAR update.

Debates of the latest NASCAR headlines, previews and predictions for NNS and NSCS in Atlanta and NCWTS in Kentucky, race weekend weather forecast with Brian Neudorff, and Jimmy Joe's Atlanta NASCAR update.

Join us as we recap all the weekend's racing action from NNS in Montreal and NCWTS in Chicago! Guest TBA.

Join us as we recap all the weekend's racing action from NNS in Montreal and NCWTS in Chicago! Guest TBA.

Join us as we recap all the weekend's racing action Bristol! Guest TBA.

Join us as we recap all the weekend's racing action Bristol! Guest TBA.

We recap the New Hampshire weekend, Preview Daytona, and discuss the all new Nationwide Series car for its debut this weekend. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Paul Northrop. Support the show: http://patreon.com/thefinallap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We recap the Dover weekend, discuss what's up with Jimmie Johnson, Should Dale Jr. retire, Nationwide Series testing at Daytona, The All Star Race and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Paul Northrop Support the show: http://patreon.com/thefinallap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Denny Hamlin followed his Nationwide Series win Friday night with his third NASCAR Sprint Cup Series victory of the season in Saturday's Showtime Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway.

Show #88 June 29, 2009 NASCAR Nationwide series star Scott Legasse, a St Auguistine native, talked about his year and wants you all to help him with his charity work with Flagler Collage. It is a great cause and good guy is behind it, check it out. Joe Winchell is proving winning is not just for the young anymore in Florida Late Models. This veteran racer from south Florida is on a winning streak and having the time of this life. Joe Linebarier, KARNAC.com's Announcer of the Year last year reviews the Scott Thompson Memorial and talks about the current program at Volusia Speedway Park.

Kyle Busch claimed his third win of the season and joined Cale Yarborough as the only NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers to win on their birthday. Busch was also the third driver to sweep a weekend at Richmond International Raceway, winning the Nationwide Series race as well. Hear from Busch and runner-up Tony Stewart and find out who the new point leader is.

NASCAR's Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series head to Texas Motor Speedway, one of the sport's fastest tracks. Hear from David Ragan and Joey Logano, who are attempting to run both races this weekend. Plus, find out why Jimmie Johnson is the favorite as he attempts to win back-to-back Sprint Cup races this season and keep Carl Edwards from winning three in a row at the track.

Go inside the NASCAR Nationwide Series 2008 Awards Banquet, and hear from driver champion Clint Bowyer and Joey Logano, who helped pilot the No. 20 car to the owner championship. Plus, Raybestos Rookie of the Year Landon Cassill shares his favorite moment of his first campaign in America's No. 2 motorsports series.

The driver with the familiar Bob Steele Chevrolet sponsorship prepares for the big show at Memphis in the Nationwide Series. Travis talks about the challenge of making it in the NASCAR ranks. The former Roush "Gong Show" finalist is till plugging away at getting that big break that could give him his shot in Cup racing.

Show #62 - Oct. 21, 2008 Travis Kittleson prepares for Nationwide Series race in Memphis and talks about his drive to succeed in NASCAR. Shan Smith, on a recent roll in Florida dirt late models, shares his excitement finally getting a win at the "Clay by the Bay". ASA drivers Stephen Nasse, David O'dell and Patrick Staropoli review the past weekend's event at Charlotte County. Reverend Larry Miller was the Faster Pastor at Ocala on Friday, his first time racing. Marty Little previews the upcoming Marion Edwards Memorial, a famous Florida race being brought back to life at Orlando Speedworld on October 24.

B.J. . McLeod on his new marketing program ....heading to ARCA & Nationwide Series.

The long-awaited Nationwide Series debut finally comes for highly-touted 18-year-old Joey Logano who makes his first series start Saturday at Dover International Speedway.

RacingOne's Pete Pistone talks with NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Director John Darby about the new COT car for the Nationwide Series.

Signed by Rusty Wallace Racing to drive the #64 Atreus Homes & Communities Chevy in the 2008 Nationwide Series, David Stremme still feels he will have a Cup ride for the year. David also likes Super Late Models and will race in the 2008 Speedfest at Lakeland on January 24-26.

Signed by Rusty Wallace Racing to drive the #64 Atreus Homes & Communities Chevy in the 2008 Nationwide Series, David Stremme still feels he will have a Cup ride for the year. David also likes Super Late Models and will race in the 2008 Speedfest at Lakeland on January 24-26.