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Rollin' With The Punches
Warriors, Wild Rides, & Winner's Circles with Ray Evernham

Rollin' With The Punches

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 67:23


This week we sit down with NASCAR Hall of Famer, 3-time Cup Series champion, former team owner, and one of the most influential crew chiefs in all of motorsports- Ray Evernham. We cover a lot of topics in this one- from what it was like working with the California Kid, Jeff Gordon, to racing a custom-built racecar up Pike's Peak. We hope you enjoy this week's episode!Instagram: @rayevernham

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 340 -- Andy Papathanassiou on a Terrible Day in Martinsville and Team Building Essentials

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 72:53


In the third and final installment of our interview, Andy Papathanassiou remembers the departure of Ray Evernham from Hendrick Motorsports, the establishment of what amounted to a pit-crew department there, a terrible day in Martinsville and finally, his own departure from the organization he'd served for nearly three decades. We then take a peek at the October 1, 1992 issue of Winston Cup Scene. Geoff Bodine wins a rain-delayed race at Martinsville, while Rusty Wallace, Brett Bodine, Kyle Petty and Alan Kulwicki follow him to the stripe. There's some movement in the Winston Cup standings … with Alan making up some fairly major ground. Dave Marcis and Michael Waltrip have at it and Mongo makes his way from West Point to pit road. Last but not least, we have reaction from Junior Johnson to a costly call at Dover andTim Brewer's reaction TO that reaction. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand. Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com! Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 339 -- Andy Papathanassiou on Ray Evernham's Refuse to Lose Philosophy

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 71:05


This week, Andy Papathanassiou takes us through the Refuse to Lose mindset established by Ray Evernham at Hendrick Motorsports for budding superstar Jeff Gordon. We then dig into the June 3, 1993 issue of Winston Cup Scene. Dale Earnhardt stages a COUPLE of comebacks in winning the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte, while rookie Jeff Gordon claims the best finish of his young Winston Cup career. Ted Musgrave is hit with a bad case of carbon monoxide exposure, while there's a great story by Tom Stinson on fathers and sons … not on the track … but back in the garage and on pit road. And finally … Mello Yello signs a BIG sponsorship extension with Team Sabco and Kyle Petty. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand. Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com! Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media
Tony Gibson: How I Almost Lost Kulwicki A Championship

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 109:38


Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes longtime NASCAR Cup crew and car chief Tony Gibson to the Download to learn about his path from the short tracks of the Southeast to stock car glory. Growing up in a racing household, in the shadows of Daytona International Speedway, Tony began working on his father Bo Gibson's cars at an early age. Tony's older brothers Mark and Pepe also began racing at local strongholds like New Smyrna and Jacksonville and found lots of success at the late model level. Tony explains that Mark's career advancing into the ARCA and Busch Grand National ranks is what helped get his foot in the door of the NASCAR world. And before long he moved from his family home in Florida to North Carolina to work with Norman Negre -- It was there that Tony made Alan Kulwicki's acquaintance. Eventually he would follow Alan, from renting part of the Negre shop, to his own AK Racing outfit, where he'd work for several years. Tony talks about the challenges of working with Alan and the major triumph of winning the 1992 NASCAR Cup Championship as an independent team. He also opens up about the tragic plane crash that claimed Alan's life and how it changed the culture of the team and NASCAR garage forever. Tony would leave for Georgia, working with Bill Elliott for a time before reuniting with Ray Evernham at Hendrick Motorsports at the famed 24 team. Dale and Tony also discuss his years spent at Dale Earnhardt Inc., Stewart-Haas Racing and his current position at HMS working at Hendrick Tech Solutions.Dirty Mo Media is launching a new e-commerce merch line! They've got some awesome Dale Jr. Download merch on the site. Visit shop.dirtymomedia.com to check out all the new stuff.And for more content check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia

Dean Richards
Dane Neal in for Dean Hour 3

Dean Richards

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025


Latasha Causey, President of NASCAR’s Phoenix Raceway, joins Dane to talk about today’s Shriners Children’s 500 at Phoenix Raceway, and how racing has grown in Arizona. Ray Evernham, NASCAR Hall of Famer, former team owner and crew chief, joins the show to talk about his career and his book “Trophies and Scars”. Alex Damron, Chief […]

Dane Neal from WGN Plus
Dane Neal in for Dean Hour 3

Dane Neal from WGN Plus

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025


Latasha Causey, President of NASCAR’s Phoenix Raceway, joins Dane to talk about today’s Shriners Children’s 500 at Phoenix Raceway, and how racing has grown in Arizona. Ray Evernham, NASCAR Hall of Famer, former team owner and crew chief, joins the show to talk about his career and his book “Trophies and Scars”. Alex Damron, Chief […]

On the Road
Dane Neal in for Dean Hour 3

On the Road

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025


Latasha Causey, President of NASCAR’s Phoenix Raceway, joins Dane to talk about today’s Shriners Children’s 500 at Phoenix Raceway, and how racing has grown in Arizona. Ray Evernham, NASCAR Hall of Famer, former team owner and crew chief, joins the show to talk about his career and his book “Trophies and Scars”. Alex Damron, Chief […]

The Scene Vault Podcast
EPISODE 321 -- Mike Trower on Leaving Jeff Gordon, Winning with Dale Jarrett and Returning to Hendrick Motorsports

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 87:49


In the third and final installment of our interview, Mike Trower talks about his decision to leave Hendrick Motorsports not long after the departure of legendary crew chief Ray Evernham … and how that meant winning another Daytona 500 with Dale Jarrett and Robert Yates Racing.   And, as it turned out with Mike, you CAN go back home again. He returned to Hendrick Motorsports to change tires for Jimmie Johnson. You guessed it … he won ANOTHER couple of championship rings with Jimmie.    We then dive into the September 30, 1999 issue of Winston Cup Scene.   Rumors were running rampant that Ray Evernham was on his way out at Hendrick Motorsports … AND he'd also spoken at a recent NASA awards ceremony at the Cape in Florida.   Mark Martin scores his first win of the Winston Cup season on what was a really good day for MOST of Roush Racing. We've got kind of a dubious Rick Mast Report from Dover … and Darrell Waltrip complains about not getting enough provisional starting positions.   Casey Atwood wins at Dover, while Dale Earnhardt Jr and Matt Kenseth have at it on the backstretch … actually, Dale has at it … and Matt pays the price. NASCAR hammers Greg Biffle for a truck series infraction at Las Vegas, a penalty that would eventually cost him that year's truck championship.   Felix Sabates has a difference of opinion with track president Denis McGlynn on Dover's facilities. Finally … the more things change, the more they stay the same … the NASCAR family responds to the devastation of a major hurricane that hit eastern North Carolina. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand.   Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com! Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 320 -- Mike Trower on the Culture of Winning Established by Jeff Gordon and Ray Evernham

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 72:06


In the second of three installments of our interview with Mike Trower, he describes moving from Old School Dave Marcis to the decidedly New School Hendrick Motorsports team of driver Jeff Gordon and crew chief Ray Evernham.   We then dig into the November 16, 1995 edition of Winston Cup Scene.   Dale Earnhardt dominates the season finale at Atlanta, but it's Jeff Gordon who walks away with the Winston Cup championship.   Darrell Waltrip collects what turns out to be the final pole position of his career and Dave Marcis discusses rumors about his NASCAR future. Finally … we talk about this sport's unbreakable records.   NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand.   Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com! Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NASCAR Live
NASCAR LIVE 7-30-24 : Celebrating Hendrick Motorsports 40th Anniversary Part 1

NASCAR Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 45:55


This week we begin 2 weeks of special episodes honoring the 40th anniversary of Hendrick Motorsports. In part 1 we revisit the victory that saved the team, remind you of Jeff Gordon and Ray Evernham's dominance, and highlight some of the most iconic HMS paint schemes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Never Stop Driving
The Ray Evernham episode! - Never Stop Driving - Ep. 25

Never Stop Driving

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 59:25


This week Larry has a real treat for you: NASCAR Hall of Fame Crew Chief Ray Evernham! From being a former modified racer to being Jeff Gordon's Crew Chief for three Cup Championships to being an analyst on all of the networks to now being an avid car collector and automotive consultant, Ray has done it all and has plenty of stories to tell - including being able to confirm that yes, there was a moonshine cave at the North Wilkesboro track. This is a fun episode, check it out! Join the Hagerty Drivers Club! https://www.hagerty.com/drivers-club/ About the pod: the Never Stop Driving podcast is available on Itunes, Spotify, and YouTube. Like this newsletter, it's free to everyone because one of Hagerty's goals is to spread car passion. On the show, we'll cover a wide range of automotive topics, including interviews with the people doing the most interesting work in the car world. I expect it to evolve over time so your feedback is welcome. Please give it a listen and help us spread the word with a positive rating and share it.

Arroe Collins
NASCAR Hall Of Fames's Ray Evernham Releases The Book Trophies And Scars

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 9:39


New from award-winning book publisher Octane Press, Trophies and Scars is the profoundly personal and remarkably revealing story of the life and times of NASCAR Hall of Famer Ray Evernham, as told to New York Times bestselling author Joe Garner. With forewords by motorsport legends Jeff Gordon, Rick Hendrick, and Roger Penske, the book launched in March. Trophies and Scars traces all the twists and turns of Ray Evernham's fascinating life. A son of the Jersey Shore, he was dedicated to fulfilling his boyhood dream of becoming a professional race car driver, and by age eighteen, he was banging fenders with good success on the Northeast short track circuit. When his dreams of becoming an Indy car sensation literally crashed and burned, he turned to Roger Penske's International Race of Champions (IROC), before another brutal crash forced him to give up his Indy dream for good. It was time to change careers. As a technical crew leader rather than driver, he developed new skills and strategies critical to building successful racing organizations. A brief, ill-fated, and downright volatile stint on Alan Kulwicki's crew, turned into a "right place at the right time" scenario, sparking a seminal partnership with racing phenomenon Jeff Gordon. They would prove to be one of the most potent racing duos in history. Evernham shares previously untold tales of how the pair led the No. 24 team to three championships in four seasons (1995, 1997, 1998) and an astounding forty-seven wins in just 216 starts, revealing in candid detail how and why their storied relationship came to an end. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Historic Racing News podcast
Historic Racing News 2024: Episode 8

Historic Racing News podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 118:28


Jim Roller talks to Ray Evernham about his full and varied career from the early days as a driver in ‘modifieds' through his big break with the International Race of Champions (IROC) team, to his career defining role as one of the greatest-ever NASCAR crew chiefs. Bruce Jones, Peter Snowdon and Nick Padmore discuss the recent Goodwood Members Meeting and Joe Bradley looks back at the life of journalist and writer Michael Cotton.

Arroe Collins Like It's Live
NASCAR Hall Of Fames's Ray Evernham Releases The Book Trophies And Scars

Arroe Collins Like It's Live

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 9:39


New from award-winning book publisher Octane Press, Trophies and Scars is the profoundly personal and remarkably revealing story of the life and times of NASCAR Hall of Famer Ray Evernham, as told to New York Times bestselling author Joe Garner. With forewords by motorsport legends Jeff Gordon, Rick Hendrick, and Roger Penske, the book launched in March. Trophies and Scars traces all the twists and turns of Ray Evernham's fascinating life. A son of the Jersey Shore, he was dedicated to fulfilling his boyhood dream of becoming a professional race car driver, and by age eighteen, he was banging fenders with good success on the Northeast short track circuit. When his dreams of becoming an Indy car sensation literally crashed and burned, he turned to Roger Penske's International Race of Champions (IROC), before another brutal crash forced him to give up his Indy dream for good. It was time to change careers. As a technical crew leader rather than driver, he developed new skills and strategies critical to building successful racing organizations. A brief, ill-fated, and downright volatile stint on Alan Kulwicki's crew, turned into a "right place at the right time" scenario, sparking a seminal partnership with racing phenomenon Jeff Gordon. They would prove to be one of the most potent racing duos in history. Evernham shares previously untold tales of how the pair led the No. 24 team to three championships in four seasons (1995, 1997, 1998) and an astounding forty-seven wins in just 216 starts, revealing in candid detail how and why their storied relationship came to an end. The book also details his time spearheading the return of Dodge to NASCAR, building Evernham Motorsports into one of the most successful NASCAR teams, as well as his transformation into a TV personality with roles as a NASCAR analyst for SPEED, ESPN, ABC, FOX, and NBC and as host to his own TV series, AmeriCarna, on the Velocity channel.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Big Jim's Garage podcast with Jim O'Brien
Ray Evernham – Honda Trailsports and What’s Wrong With F1

Big Jim's Garage podcast with Jim O'Brien

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 25:41


He's one of the most successful crew chiefs in #NASCAR history – Ray Evernham joins us to talk about his new book, working with Jeff Gordon and what ONE driver […] The post Ray Evernham – Honda Trailsports and What’s Wrong With F1 appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Frontstretch
Bringing the Heat: Ray Evernham Shares His Trophies & Scares

Frontstretch

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 27:57


Evernham discusses his new book. Source

NASCAR Live
NASCAR LIVE WIDE OPEN Episode 114 : Ray Evernham

NASCAR Live

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 18:55


This week on NASCAR Live Wide Open, Mike Bagley catches up with NASCAR Hall of Famer, Ray Evernham. We also preview this weekend's action at Martinsville Speedway. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Racing Writer's Podcast
Ep. 295 | Ray Evernham

The Racing Writer's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 42:30


Ray Evernham has a new book available and there is a lot to digest from its contents. Evernham went through moments seared into his memory; has a very specific title; going through the process of putting thoughts and emotions on paper; working through what to include and not include; leaving Hendrick Motorsports being a low point in his life; not wanting to celebrate the 1997 championship; the humor of introducing Rick Hendrick to the 24 team; digging harder into work when things get hard; the incident that put into perspective building race cars for other people; how long it took to get comfortable on the team radio; studying radio communication to manipulate others during a race; using the rulebook to his advantage and memories of conflicts with Bill France Jr.; the reception to the book with family; the arch of his friendship with Jeff Gordon; if the book will help educate many on Evernham being more than the 24 team.  Original music created by Tony Monge.Follow me here: https://linktr.ee/kellycrandall

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 286 -- Shawn Parker on Jeff Gordon's Pet Snake, Ray Evernham's Work Ethic

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 87:17


Over the course of the next three episodes, our listeners will get to know Shawn Parker, who was one of Jeff Gordon's original Rainbow Warrior pit crew members. Shawn also worked for Penske Racing and Rusty Wallace; Roush Racing and Mark Martin; and Dale Jarrett. He then takes us on a journey that is one of the most emotional that we've ever featured here on The Scene Vault Podcast. This week, Shawn talks about getting into NASCAR with Jeff Gordon, where he's very reluctantly introduced to Jeff's pet python snake. He gives us his view on what it was like to work for Ray Evernham and go over the wall for the first time in NASCAR's greatest race. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand. Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com! Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Carolla Show
Jack Assadourian Jr. on Sandwiches & Minimum Wage + Ray Evernham on IROC

Adam Carolla Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 122:47


Comedian Jack Assadourian Jr. talks about his parents owning a comedy club and growing up Armenian and Mexican. Adam complains about a sandwich he recently tried and the guys discuss the controversy involving Panera Bread being exempt from Gavin Newsom's new minimum wage regulation. Jack also talks about once working at a Hot Dog on a Stick, making Adam very jealous. Chris reports news stories on Doritos ending a partnership with a trans influencer, Gov. Kathy Hochul deploying the National Guard on NY Subways, Joe Biden's limo, The Sopranos' booth selling on eBay, the Iditarod, and boxer Ryan Garcia's mental health. Lastly, NASCAR Hall of Fame's Ray Evernham joins to talk about the revival of IROC and the mental toughness of racecar drivers. The guys also discuss Ray's car collection and skilled celebrity racers. For more with Jack Assadourian Jr.: ● LIVE DATES: ‘You Don't Know Jack Comedy Tour' ● For dates and tickets visit: http://JackJrComic.com ● TWITTER & INSTAGRAM: @JackJrComic For more with Ray Evernham: ● BOOK: “Trophies and Scars: Ray Evernham” ○ Available now wherever you buy books ● TWITTER & INSTAGRAM: @RayEvernham Thank you for supporting our sponsors: ● The Jordan Harbinger Show - Available everywhere you listen to podcasts ● http://ForThePeople.com/Adam or Dial #LAW (#529) ● http://OReillyAuto.com

PRN - Fast Talk Podcast
EP 2409: Suarez Wins in a Photo Finish in Atlanta

PRN - Fast Talk Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024


Daniel Suarez ends a long dry spell, winning a nail-biter in Atlanta. Doug Rice is joined by Alexis Erickson, Brad Gillie, and special guest host Kyle Petty. Special guest, Ray Evernham joins as well.

In The Draft Show - NASCAR Talk
Daytona a Day Late, RTA Lawyers Up

In The Draft Show - NASCAR Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 73:53


NASCAR has big TV deals on the way - what will the teams see from that? We talk about the RTA getting an attorney for negotiations, fuel saving in the Daytona 500, and our Paint Scheme Preview and Picks for Atlanta!The Rundown:- Daytona 500, a day late, and a lap short?- Fuel saving - 76 years of experience, or one year of bad rules? - Daytona ratings- NASCAR News:- Race Teams hire antitrust lawyer for money negotiations - is NASCAR ghosting them?- New NASCAR mobile game- Ray Evernham talks about SRX going away, but IROC showing up- Driver and Sponsor News- Atlanta! Our Paint Scheme Preview and PicksFind the latest episodes at InTheDraftShow.com, follow on Twitter and Instagram @InTheDraftShow – and like the show on Facebook at facebook.com/InTheDraftShowThanks for listening!

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media
DJD Reloaded - Alex Bowman Joins, Dale Jr. Breaks News, and Ray Evernham's Untold Stories

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 46:20


Alex Bowman joins to talk about his runner-up finish in the 500, Dale Jr. stops by to break some news. Plus, Andrew goes Man On The Street down in Daytona and asks drivers/fans what they'd be willing to sacrifice for a championship. And hear some of Ray Evernham's untold stories. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media
DJD Reloaded - Alex Bowman Joins, Dale Jr. Breaks News, and Ray Evernham's Untold Stories

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 49:20


Alex Bowman joins to talk about his runner-up finish in the 500, Dale Jr. stops by to break some news. Plus, Andrew goes Man On The Street down in Daytona and asks drivers/fans what they'd be willing to sacrifice for a championship. And hear some of Ray Evernham's untold stories. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media
517 - Ray Evernham: The Secret Alliance With Dale Earnhardt

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 85:05


Dale Earnhardt Jr. reunites with legendary NASCAR crew chief Ray Evernham to talk about his new book and catch up on his life since his last appearance in 2020. The book, titled “Trophies and Scars” is an autobiography that Ray explains is designed to help show his family and friends who have helped him along the way how he's evolved over the years. Ray says that a couple of the bigger moments outlined in the book are how the success of fellow modified racer Tony Siscone inspired him to take things to the next level in 1983 and his departure from Hendrick Motorsports in 1999. Dale also inquired more about Ray leaving Jeff Gordon and what in retrospect could have been done to prevent the split from happening.They dive into Ray's growth from being a journeyman chassis engineer to one of the most prominent crew chiefs in the ‘90s, to which Ray credits taking lessons from other leaders like Jeff Hammond and reading books written by successful coaches. Ray discusses having great admiration for Dale Earnhardt Sr. but having to learn to turn it off when it came to competing on track. The interview also goes on to discuss Ray's time with IROC in the ‘80s and how he came to acquire the name and trademark this year, his future plans for the once legendary series, his departure from SRX and how he helped revolutionize the NASCAR Cup pit crew.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media
517 - Ray Evernham: The Secret Alliance With Dale Earnhardt

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 89:05


Dale Earnhardt Jr. reunites with legendary NASCAR crew chief Ray Evernham to talk about his new book and catch up on his life since his last appearance in 2020. The book, titled “Trophies and Scars” is an autobiography that Ray explains is designed to help show his family and friends who have helped him along the way how he's evolved over the years. Ray says that a couple of the bigger moments outlined in the book are how the success of fellow modified racer Tony Siscone inspired him to take things to the next level in 1983 and his departure from Hendrick Motorsports in 1999. Dale also inquired more about Ray leaving Jeff Gordon and what in retrospect could have been done to prevent the split from happening. They dive into Ray's growth from being a journeyman chassis engineer to one of the most prominent crew chiefs in the ‘90s, to which Ray credits taking lessons from other leaders like Jeff Hammond and reading books written by successful coaches. Ray discusses having great admiration for Dale Earnhardt Sr. but having to learn to turn it off when it came to competing on track. The interview also goes on to discuss Ray's time with IROC in the ‘80s and how he came to acquire the name and trademark this year, his future plans for the once legendary series, his departure from SRX and how he helped revolutionize the NASCAR Cup pit crew.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In The Draft Show - NASCAR Talk
NASCAR Netflix Series, SRX Out of Action

In The Draft Show - NASCAR Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 43:17


Can a NASCAR Netflix Docuseries compete with F1? We're about to find out. We talk about the new show, remember the underappreciated greatness of Cale Yarborough, discuss SRX taking a 'break', and lots more!The Rundown:- NASCAR Legend Cale Yarborough passes - we talk about how he could have easily had stats like Eanhardt and Petty- SRX is not racing this year - will we ever see the series again?- Ray Evernham buys IROC (and how it may have afected the SRX decision)- Netflix Series release date announced - will NASCAR finally have a show with mass appeal?- Stage Lengths for 2024 include a huge downer- New Aero package for short tracks and road courses- Driver, team and sponsor newsFind the latest episodes at InTheDraftShow.com, follow on Twitter and Instagram @InTheDraftShow – and like the show on Facebook at facebook.com/InTheDraftShowThanks for listening!

Fast Car 2 NASCAR With Mike Wallace
Episode 99: Ray Evernham: NASCAR Hall of Fame Crew Chief

Fast Car 2 NASCAR With Mike Wallace

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 64:25


NASCAR Hall of Fame Crew Chief, Ray Evernham joins this week's show to talk about his career and much more!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

PRN - Fast Talk Podcast
EP 2403: New Sponsors for One Team, and an IROC Rebirth?

PRN - Fast Talk Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024


Ray Evernham would like to see a rebirth of IROC racing and he has early plans underway. Doug Rice welcomes PRN's Brad Gillie and special co-host Lee Spencer to the panel today

Speed Street
107 - Cheers to the New Year: Sport Business Insider Joe Pompliano On How To Grow IndyCar

Speed Street

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 98:23


Conor Daly and Joey Mulinaro are back again to kick off the 2024 season of Speed Street. The guys recap their holiday breaks which included cooking, bad movies and subdued New Years Eve celebrations. The guys also react to this week's breaking news of Ray Evernham acquiring the trademark rights to the defunct International Race of Champions series and speculate what could come of the deal. Conor updates listeners on his 2024 racing plans and what developments have been made in the IndyCar Silly Season. Speed Street kicks off the year with a bang by welcoming sports business content creator and host of the Joe Pomp Show, Joe Pompliano. The interview goes on to discuss what strategy can be used by IndyCar to welcome new eyes to the sport. Joe explains a shift in the sports industry where fans are more likely to follow athletes as opposed to teams as a whole, and how superstars in a sport do a lot to propel the overall popularity of a professional league. They also speculate the timeline for streaming overtaking cable television, and how more and more broadcasting deals may implement several partners, similar to the recent NASCAR renewal. Finally, Joe gives listeners insight into what he believes are two of the most lucrative sports endorsements in history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Speed Street
107 - Cheers to the New Year: Sport Business Insider Joe Pompliano On How To Grow IndyCar

Speed Street

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 94:23


Conor Daly and Joey Mulinaro are back again to kick off the 2024 season of Speed Street. The guys recap their holiday breaks which included cooking, bad movies and subdued New Years Eve celebrations. The guys also react to this week's breaking news of Ray Evernham acquiring the trademark rights to the defunct International Race of Champions series and speculate what could come of the deal. Conor updates listeners on his 2024 racing plans and what developments have been made in the IndyCar Silly Season.Speed Street kicks off the year with a bang by welcoming sports business content creator and host of the Joe Pomp Show, Joe Pompliano. The interview goes on to discuss what strategy can be used by IndyCar to welcome new eyes to the sport. Joe explains a shift in the sports industry where fans are more likely to follow athletes as opposed to teams as a whole, and how superstars in a sport do a lot to propel the overall popularity of a professional league. They also speculate the timeline for streaming overtaking cable television, and how more and more broadcasting deals may implement several partners, similar to the recent NASCAR renewal. Finally, Joe gives listeners insight into what he believes are two of the most lucrative sports endorsements in history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 272 -- Jason Keller on Getting Up to Speed in the Busch Series

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 75:30


After remembering NASCAR broadcast legend Ken Squier, in the first of what will be three installments with Jason Keller, he takes us through his earliest days in the sport. He also remembers his close friendship with future fellow Busch Series driver Shane Hall, how taking a plain white car to Atlanta changed the course of his career and that magical first win in the division. We then tackle the August 10, 1995 issue of Winston Cup Scene. Dale Earnhardt outlasts Rusty Wallace, Dale Jarrett and Mother Nature to win the second running of the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Jason Keller visits victory lane for the first time in the Busch Series, Leo Jackson's machine shop will build basically any part or piece you could possibly want on a race car … or jet fighter and Larry Pearson experiences new life in the Busch Series. A NASCAR PR rep lists two of the greatest television shows in history as his favorites and … finally … Ray Evernham doesn't like Jeff Gordon's nickname. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand. Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com! Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 265 -- Bobby Burrell on the Pit Stop That Changed NASCAR

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 103:42


We hear this week from Bobby Burrell, who was the tire changer for Ricky Rudd who sustained serious injuries when he was hit on pit road at Homestead near the end of the 2001 season. Within a month, NASCAR mandated that ALL over-the-wall crew members would be wearing helmets AND firesuits from there on out. Then in our second segment, we page through the November 15, 2001 issue of Winston Cup Scene Bill Elliott brings a seven-year losing streak at Homestead, and in the process, gives Ray Evernham his first win as a Dodge team owner. Bill talks about racing as he neared retirement while teammate-for-the-time-being Casey Atwood scored the best finish of his Winston Cup career in the event. Bobby Burrell sustains serious injuries in the pit-road accident we mentioned earlier, while two Robert Yates Racing teammates and a NASCAR official are dinged up as well. Michael Waltrip finishes second and talks about getting half nekkid in a pair of Speedos and Dale Earnhardt Jr gives Winston Cup Scene listeners his rules for the PERFECT party. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand. Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com! Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Victory Lane
Episode 201: Patrick Donahue

Victory Lane

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 57:20


Fresh off their first ever playoff berth, Big Machine Racing crew chief Patrick Donahue joins Davey Segal (6:05) to discuss the relief of locking up a postseason spot after their impressive day at Kansas. He explains the satisfaction he's had with building the team from nothing, how he got hooked up with team owner Scott Borchetta in the first place, Parker Kligerman's growth as a driver this season, their technical alliance with Richard Childress Racing and more. Donahue, who's been around the sport for over two decades, recalls his early stops at Hendrick Motorsports where he worked with a young Jeff Gordon and Ray Evernham, building other race teams from nothing to something, some stories from the infamous BK Racing days and more. Plus, would he ever entertain a move back to the Cup Series as a crew chief? And how far does he think Big Machine Racing can realistically go in these playoffs? Davey recaps Tyler Reddick's OT win at Kansas, Martin Truex Jr.'s struggles heading into the Round of 16 cutoff, previews Bristol and Papa Segal pays homage to the number 200 (albeit a week late).

The Pit Wall Podcast
I was working at UPS at night and practicing pit stops during the day! - Darren Jolley

The Pit Wall Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 139:58


Darren Jolley is our guest. We talk about the hay day of "The Rainbow Warriors" and Ray Evernham and Jeff Gordon.  We also discuss the the latest Nascar race at Kansas and our pick this past week.

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 241 -- Slugger Labbe on Kenny Irwin, Jeremy Mayfield, Ray Evernham and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 67:49


This week in the second installment our interview, Slugger Labbe remembers trying to get Kenny Irwin up to speed, rumors over Kenny's commitment to the sport, moving over the Dale Earnhardt Incorporated to work with Michael Waltrip, running a pitch-black chassis at a Daytona night race (wink, wink) and his bout with Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. In our second segment, hosts Rick Houston and Steve Waid dissect the July 11, 2002 issue of Winston Cup Scene.  It's an incredibly emotional day for Michael Waltrip, who wins at Daytona for the first time since the 2001 Daytona 500. And … according to Slugger … his crew chief at the time … there was some innovatin' going on with that car and a pretty nifty trick to mask it. That's not all. When the race ends under caution, irate fans pelt the backstretch with all manner of debris. Kurt Busch and Dale Jarrett are spun out and half turned over … Kurt with NASCAR and DJ with safety workers reacting at a snail's pace to a midrace multicar accident. Last but not least, a North Carolina writer takes aim at the greatest NASCAR-related movie of all time. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand. Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com! Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 237 -- Butch Hylton on Chad Knaus, Scuffle with Jeff Burton

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 89:35


Butch Hylton was a longtime crew member and crew chief for drivers like Stanley Smith, Ward Burton, Mark Martin, Bobby Labonte, Tony Stewart, Ricky Rudd, Dale Jarrett, Ron Hornaday and Kevin Harvick.  This week in the first of what will be three GREAT installments of our interview with Butch, he talks about moving from here to there to back again and finally to North Carolina as he tries to make his way up the NASCAR ladder; his friendship with future NASCAR Hall of Famer Chad Knaus; a 212-mph test with Ward Burton; taping his thumb to his air gun in order to keep working after an injury; an all-out scuffle with Roush Racing teammate JEFF Burton and then, finally, his time with brash youngster Tony Stewart. In our second segment, hosts Rick Houston and Steve Waid check out the May 29, 1997 issue of Winston Cup Scene.  Jeff Gordon wins a rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600, his FIFTH win in just eleven races to that point in the season. Ford teams got a rules concession because of Wonder Boy's dominance. This all comes just a week after the one and only appearance of Ray Evernham's infamous T-Rex race car. Joe Nemechek wins Charlotte's Busch Series race, just two months after losing his brother John as the result of a truck series accident at Homestead and Tony Raines gives Dodge its first major NASCAR win in twenty years in a truck race at I-70 Speedway in Missouri. Dave Marcis keeps right on fishing after injuring his hand and Robby Gordon's attempt at the Indianapolis 500/Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte same-day double duty gets washed out. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand. Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com! Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life with Legends
Life with Legends Episode 021: Ray Evernham

Life with Legends

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 56:03


Ray EvernhamTo hear how Ray and I met you need to listen to this podcast, but I have to say, this guy is one of my favorite people in Motorsport!His new life as a TV host, car collector, consultant to Hendrick Motorsports, and founder of the SRX series, and in demand as a speaker and host at the top car events around the country, all make Ray a very busy guy.But it is his extraordinary exploits as crew chief to the rising star that was Jeff Gordon, is what makes him so fascinating and legitimate! Together they won 47 Cup races and 3 cup Championships, which is simply outstanding.I always wanted to sit Ray down and hear some of the behind the scenes stuff, so I hope you have fun listening!JB  

Cars Yeah with Mark Greene
2177: Ray Evernham

Cars Yeah with Mark Greene

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 44:31


Ray Evernham is has lived in the racing world for 50 years as a builder, owner, producer, and so much more. He will be a celebrity guest at this year's Chattanooga Motorcar Festival. 

Leaning Right and Turning Left with Sadler and the Senator

In this week's hilarious Leaning Right and Turning Left Podcast episode, Sadler and the Senator welcome 2018 NASCAR® Hall of Fame Inductee, the great innovator, crew chief and brain behind the SRX series, Ray Evernham, for a compelling and humor-filled discussion about Ray's place in the history of the sport, and what the future has in store for racing in America. In Senator Stanley's Leaning Right Moment, he and Hermie discuss the President's ugly and divisive speech that was “supposed” to unite us all, and riff on the current state of politics in Virginia and how their ongoing lawsuit for small businesses (and Hermie's potential run for State Senate in 2023) is affecting the political landscape at the Capitol of the Commonwealth in Richmond. In Hermie's Turning Left Moment, Sadler and the Senator talk in great detail about the stunning news and big changes that are coming to the North Wilkesboro Speedway, their adventures at last week's SMART Series Tour race at Carteret Speedway in North Carolina, how their Sadler/Stanley Racing Team's #22 fared on the track at the race, and what's in store for the SS Racing Team in the upcoming race at Orange County Speedway as they make a final 5-race run for a SMART Series Championship. As always, The Leaning Right and Turning Left With Sadler and The Senator is sponsored by Pace-O-Matic, an entertainment company which develops gaming software that players love to play and can use their skills to win, every time. Pace-O-Matic is focused on people having fun, the small businesses that love them, and generates millions of dollars in Virginia. Their skill games are played in restaurants, bars and convenience stores all across Virginia, and the revenues from these games help these family-owned businesses thrive.   The Leaning Right and Turning Left With Sadler and The Senator is proudly sponsored by Pace-O-Matic, an entertainment company which develops gaming software that players love to play and can use their skills to win, every time. Pace-O-Matic is focused on people having fun, the small businesses that love them, and generates millions of dollars in Virginia. Their skill games are played in restaurants, bars and convenience stores all across Virginia, and the revenues from these games help these family-owned businesses thrive.   Pace-O-Matic develops, produces, and licenses legally compliant games in every state where we operate. Since POM was founded in 2000, we have built a talented leadership team and a company culture defined by integrity, innovation, and compliance. Visit https://www.paceomatic.com for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's Go Racing with David Starr
Former NASCAR Driver Jeremy Mayfield 8-17-22

Let's Go Racing with David Starr

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 69:24


NASCAR Veteran David Starr (@starr_racing) is joined by Former NASCAR Driver Jeremy Mayfield (@jeremymayfield_), TV/Radio Host Tyler Jones (@TylerJonesLive) & The Racing Experts Editor-In-Chief (@DominicAragon). (0:30-6:00) Kevin Harvick wins back-to-back races, how it affects the NASCAR Playoffs picture.(6:00-13:00) Introducing Jeremy Mayfield.(13:00-42:30) Jeremy Mayfield on his rise to NASCAR, racing for Roger Penske and Ray Evernham, his feud with Rusty Wallace, beating Dale Earnhardt Sr., team ownership and the controversial ending to his NASCAR career.(42:30-58:30) News and Notes: Record number of countries represented this weekend at Watkins Glen, Aric Almirola's future at Stewart-Haas and Watkins Glen preview.(58:30-1:09:00) What we learned from the Jeremy Mayfield interview.Hear it all on "Let's Go Racing with David Starr!" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!!

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 202 -- NASCAR Champion-Turned-Broadcaster Todd Bodine Part 2

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 82:01 Very Popular


We've got a lot packed into this installment of our interview with Todd Bodine … getting booed because he's Geoff Bodine's brother, the infamous run-in between Geoff and Brett during the inaugural Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, his OWN issues in that event and the phantom caution he caused, ANOTHER historic race at Texas Motor Speedway that got away and last, but certainly not least … the Tabasco Fiasco. In our second segment, hosts Rick Houston and Steve Waid leaf through the August 13, 1992 issue of Winston Cup Scene. Kyle Petty wins a rain-shortened race at Watkins Glen and the Bodine brothers – Geoff, Brett and Todd – race against each other for the first time. There are rumors about future NASCAR Hall of Famers Dale Earnhardt, Richard Childress, Rusty Wallace, Ray Evernham and Jeff Gordon … one of which KINDA comes true. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand. Be sure to check out our newly designed website www.thescenevault.com!Please consider supporting our show via: www.patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcastwww.paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcastwww.venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast

The Scene Vault Podcast
Episode 202 -- NASCAR Champion-Turned-Broadcaster Todd Bodine Part 2

The Scene Vault Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 85:00


We've got a lot packed into this installment of our interview with Todd Bodine … getting booed because he's Geoff Bodine's brother, the infamous run-in between Geoff and Brett during the inaugural Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, his OWN issues in that event and the phantom caution he caused, ANOTHER historic race at Texas Motor Speedway that got away and last, but certainly not least … the Tabasco Fiasco. In our second segment, hosts Rick Houston and Steve Waid leaf through the August 13, 1992 issue of Winston Cup Scene. Kyle Petty wins a rain-shortened race at Watkins Glen and the Bodine brothers – Geoff, Brett and Todd – race against each other for the first time. There are rumors about future NASCAR Hall of Famers Dale Earnhardt, Richard Childress, Rusty Wallace, Ray Evernham and Jeff Gordon … one of which KINDA comes true. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand. Be sure to check out our newly designed website www.thescenevault.com!Please consider supporting our show via: www.patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcastwww.paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcastwww.venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media
385 - Jeremy Mayfield (Part Two): The Rise Before the Fall

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 158:42 Very Popular


In part one with Jeremy Mayfield we dove head-first into the former driver's failed drug tests, lengthy court battles, indefinite suspension from NASCAR and the tangled web of alleged conspiracy that shrouds his story. Today, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Mike Davis speak with Mayfield about the mighty rise before his world came tumbling down. The Kentucky native started as a fabricator before working his way onto the Nashville Fairgrounds Late Model racing scene. Through hard work came opportunity. On the short track scene, Mayfield won races, even ones he wasn't supposed to be entered in. Yes, there's a story there! His short track success led to a rise into the upper-ranks of NASCAR. But at first, Mayfield didn't have the speed. So he had to get "creative" to gain and advantage. But first, he needed to get some soaked tires by NASCAR's technical inspection process. Mayfield reveals the "wink" that paved the way to furthering his young career. Mayfield opens up about negotiations with Cale Yarborough when he signed his first major deal with a NASCAR team. His timeline, though jagged, rose upward to the Kranefuss-Hass team and then to driving for the great Roger Penske. During this time, he was clearly making it know that he was a force to reckon with. An in-team rivalry with Rusty Wallace got to near ridiculous levels. The day he planted his flag in the ground was at Pocono in 2000 when he moved Dale Earnhardt, on the final corner, to win. Jeremy details the controversial tangle and what the Intimidator's reaction was the next time they saw each other. The biggest break for Mayfield came with Dodge and Ray Evernham's No. 19 team. Mayfield won races and raced his way into NASCAR's playoffs in the high-profile ride. But it wasn't without drama either. Internal struggles with Ray Evernham went public. Then, Mayfield made a final mistake. Dale Jr. gets to the bottom of what led to Mayfield's departure, and eventually led to the downfall of his racing career.   DIRTY AIR Before getting to part-two of the Mayfield story, Dale Jr. & Mike Davis get animated discussing: A wild St. Louis Cup Series race full of its own drama Ross Chastain's post-race "trolling"? Will Denny Hamlin and Chase Elliott exact revenge? Conor Daly and Joey Mullinaro bring it in Speed Street debut.   ASKJR Presented by Xfinity Fan questions delivered to Dale with X-fi speed by Hannah Newhouse about: NASCAR Crown Jewels. Let's pick it and be done! The Future of the Xfinity Series. Electric? Safety response teams. Where can it improve? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media
385 - Jeremy Mayfield (Part Two): The Rise Before the Fall

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 153:42


In part one with Jeremy Mayfield we dove head-first into the former driver's failed drug tests, lengthy court battles, indefinite suspension from NASCAR and the tangled web of alleged conspiracy that shrouds his story. Today, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Mike Davis speak with Mayfield about the mighty rise before his world came tumbling down. The Kentucky native started as a fabricator before working his way onto the Nashville Fairgrounds Late Model racing scene. Through hard work came opportunity. On the short track scene, Mayfield won races, even ones he wasn't supposed to be entered in. Yes, there's a story there! His short track success led to a rise into the upper-ranks of NASCAR. But at first, Mayfield didn't have the speed. So he had to get "creative" to gain and advantage. But first, he needed to get some soaked tires by NASCAR's technical inspection process. Mayfield reveals the "wink" that paved the way to furthering his young career. Mayfield opens up about negotiations with Cale Yarborough when he signed his first major deal with a NASCAR team. His timeline, though jagged, rose upward to the Kranefuss-Hass team and then to driving for the great Roger Penske. During this time, he was clearly making it know that he was a force to reckon with. An in-team rivalry with Rusty Wallace got to near ridiculous levels. The day he planted his flag in the ground was at Pocono in 2000 when he moved Dale Earnhardt, on the final corner, to win. Jeremy details the controversial tangle and what the Intimidator's reaction was the next time they saw each other. The biggest break for Mayfield came with Dodge and Ray Evernham's No. 19 team. Mayfield won races and raced his way into NASCAR's playoffs in the high-profile ride. But it wasn't without drama either. Internal struggles with Ray Evernham went public. Then, Mayfield made a final mistake. Dale Jr. gets to the bottom of what led to Mayfield's departure, and eventually led to the downfall of his racing career.  DIRTY AIRBefore getting to part-two of the Mayfield story, Dale Jr. & Mike Davis get animated discussing: A wild St. Louis Cup Series race full of its own drama Ross Chastain's post-race "trolling"? Will Denny Hamlin and Chase Elliott exact revenge? Conor Daly and Joey Mullinaro bring it in Speed Street debut.  ASKJR Presented by XfinityFan questions delivered to Dale with X-fi speed by Hannah Newhouse about: NASCAR Crown Jewels. Let's pick it and be done! The Future of the Xfinity Series. Electric? Safety response teams. Where can it improve? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CarCast
Ray Evernham Collection + Ford GT Crash

CarCast

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 43:57 Very Popular


Adam and Matt chat about the Ray Evernham collection going up for auction and a Ford GT crash in Florida. Visit Geico.com Visit JBWeld.com

Trackside Podcast
Kevin and Curt discuss 33rd Indy 500 entry, chat with Ray Evernham

Trackside Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 55:11


Thursday on Trackside, the Indy 500 entry list is finally at 33, and Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin talk about how the Don Cusick/Dragon Speed entry with Stefan Wilson came together, and how Jay Frye and Larry Foyt played a key role in filling the field. They discuss the recent article by Jeff Gluck in The Athletic about Sage Karam's mental health struggles following his IndyCar accident at Pocono in 2015, and Karam's upcoming return to Pocono Raceway in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Former NASCAR champion crew chief Ray Evernham joins the show to talk about the upcoming Mecum auction at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. We hear from Evernham about Jimmie Johnson's transition to IndyCar, and some of the cars in his collection, such as Mario Andretti's Brawner Hawk from 1965.  Our News of the Day, brought to you by the Indianapolis Speedrome and Circle City Raceway is that Formula 1 is back in the United States this week for the Miami Grand Prix, including comments from Bernie Eccelstone.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media
369 - Ernie Francis, Jr.: Future Force

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 114:13


He's a racing champion, but until 2021, few knew of 24-year-old racing phenom Ernie Francis, Jr. This piqued the curiosity of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and co-host Mike Davis who welcome him to the table to learn about a racer that industry insiders can't talk enough about.Francis broke through with a big win in Tony Stewart and Ray Evernham's SRX Series (Superstar Racing Experience) at Indianapolis Raceway Park last summer. The win came against some of the best racers in motorsports and sent shockwaves across much of the sport. Who was this kid? Well, first off he's a seven-time Champion on the Trans-Am circuit. His recent success brought a call from motorsports legend Roger Penske, who tabbed him to be one of his up-and-coming stars. Francis details the call that changed his life and unexpectedly shifted his career path from stock cars to open-wheel racecars where he'll compete full-time for Force Indy in the 2022 Indy Lights Series. The goal? Building experience and a team capable of stepping up in a few years to compete in the Indianapolis 500.Francis' first opportunities in racing came with a lot less fanfare. As a child, he hung around and worked at his father's speed shop on the coast of Southern Florida. The family connection to speed took him from go-karts to his first racecar at the age of 13. From there, he honed his skills racing Mazda Miatas until the big decision to enter the Trans-Am Series. There, young Ernie blossomed, racing a beast of a racecar against some of the best road racers in America. He dipped his toes into the Stock Car oval-track world racing Late Models and K&N East races in NASCAR's diversity program too. But, it was the shot in SRX that put kid-Francis on the map.Where else would he race in 2022? Francis spilled the beans about his future with SRX.Before the show started, Dale and Mike chat about their recent trip to Daytona to watch racecars and promote vodka. From the High Rock party at the historic Streamline Hotel, to the ups and downs of the NASCAR Xfinity race, it was a trip full of surprises. None more surprising than the fun times had by family inside the racetrack. Dale reveals Amy and Isla's newfound love of the infield track experience. They also dive into the Great American race, its massive crowd, and the big-bad tangles that "Bad" Brad Keselowski was a part of.Sadly, it's Leah Vaughn's last show, which has all in DJD-land sad, but she brings it one last time for a wildly entertaining AskJr segment. From racecars losing wheels, to drive-shafts going through Dale Earnhardt's windshield, it's full of great moments. We also learn about the level of interest from Dale about space travel and, of all things, Chinchillas. Or was it a rabbit? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media
331 – Bobby Labonte: Begged, Borrowed & Stole

The Dale Jr. Download - Dirty Mo Media

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 140:36


Bobby Labonte joins Dale Earnhardt Jr. on this week's episode to dive deeper into the NASCAR Hall of Famers family history, successful career and current racing endeavors.Much of Labonte's NASCAR career is well publicized but Dale Jr. is curious about the path that led the Corpus Christi, Texas, native to rise from the shadow of his older brother Terry Labonte to assert himself as a NASCAR champion.Dale Jr. along with co-host Mike Davis are shocked to learn that the Labonte racing heritage isn't rooted in Texas. Find out where their father was raised, how he started racing and what led to him coming to Texas.Bobby's story starts in his childhood, growing up with a tough dad. Bobby shares the lessons he learned from watching Terry skip school and face the consequences. As Terry began racing in Texas, Bobby was there to watch until the family got barred from their local track. Find out what led them to having to race elsewhere in Texas.Around the same time, Bobby began helping out his brother Terry's team in the shop. He worked under “Suitcase” Jake Elder and even earned a nickname. Find out what his role was and why the name was so fitting.This eventually led him to full-time work on a Cup team where he learned a variety of skills by building and working on race cars. As he progressed as a mechanic, he was on his brothers 1984 championship team. Hear how these experiences shaped his later career and the turning point that changed everything.Now as he began racing himself, Dale inquires about the details of his late model career and how he ascended up the ranks to eventually buying a Busch Series car with his dad. Find out how, like most guests, Robert Gee factored into the equation.Once Labonte emerged on the national scene, Dale Jr. remembers taking notice. Bobby opens up about riding his brothers coattails to get to that point, how he dealt with the pressure and then trying to establish his own footprint in the sport.A few years into his Cup career, opportunities with other teams emerged. Hear how he landed the Joe Gibbs Racing ride, the role Dale Jarrett played in it all, the offer he got from Robert Yates, and what Dale Sr. told Joe Gibbs.Bobby recalls the special day at Atlanta Motor Speedway in 1996 when he won the race and Terry won the championship. He talks about how everything came together that day and why something like that may never happen again.Stories from the 1998 Daytona 500 continue to emerge this year on the Download. Hear Bobby's perspective as the second-place finisher that day and what he thought about his chances leading into the race.Dale Jr. and Bobby recall times racing each other, including an epic battle at Pocono in 2001. Hear their recollections of the race and if they ever had any problems with each other on the track. Plus, find out how Dale Jr. cost Bobby a shot at $1 million dollars at Talladega in 2000.One of the greatest things Dale Jr. said he learned from Bobby was the art of the escape after a race. Hear Bobby's best ways of getting out of the track and the time Dale Jr. dressed up as a Labonte fan after a race.Fresh off his first start in the SMART Modified Tour, Bobby talks about why he continues to race and how he got into modified racing. Plus, hear his expectations as a driver for Tony Stewart and Ray Evernham's Superstar Racing Experience this summerBefore Bobby joins the show, Dale talks about the rough day for JR Motorsports at Phoenix Raceway and his reaction to Josh Berry's double bird. Plus, how a close friend is entering a truck at the Bristol dirt race and a Dirty Mo Media sponsored car is making laps around Bristol this week.In Ask Jr. Presented by Xfinity, Dale dishes on tracks using traction compound and Martinsville removing its grass. Lastly, hear where Dale Jr. will be in the booth to call a race this weekend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices