Podcast appearances and mentions of scott bloomquist

This weeks episode of Diggin into the Archives features our 2013 interview with Scott Bloomquist.

Kenny Wallace & Mark Martin share classic racing stories about Rusty Wallace, Jonathan Davenport, Scott Bloomquist & more! Mark's son Matt & Kenny's son-in-law Brody Pompe also contribute to this grass roots racing discussion. #racing #kennywallace #markmartin #nascar #dirtracing Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: http://jegs.ork2.net/rQ9Oy5

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There wasn't much to talk about for headlines except for the upcoming Scott Bloomquist documentary from Netflix. Then the guys talked about the racing to come over the next few weeks. In Turn 2 the guys sat down with Ol' 3x Stu Snyder

Episode #71 of "Kenny Conversation" is NASCAR Hall of Famer Mark Martin! We mastered the audio from 8/21/24 for you to make the listening experience that much better! He & Kenny Wallace share stories about IROC, Larry Phillips, the late legendary dirt racer Scott Bloomquist, Austin Dillon's move at Richmond & more! #racing #kennywallace #nascar #markmartin #scottbloomquist Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: https://jegs.io/KennyWallace & text KENNY to 36727 to save up to $100! ***thumbnail photos by Charlie Marlow & courtesy of Mark Martin & Scott Bloomquist Racing/Eldora Speedway JEGS has been in business since 1960. Racers selling to racers. Focusing on American Muscle – but also big product line of automotive tools, garage gear & other performance parts. JEGS is well established with racers of all kinds, including the NHRA, bracket racing, circle track & more! Free shipping on orders over $199. Unrivaled expertise from techs. Millions of parts for every car person's needs. Sign up for their email for exclusive deals!

Don't let the compunannies and digidistractions make you less of a (hu)man - it's time to think before you sink (into the mud and unpacked dirt at that job site, Mr. Cement Truck Driver)... It's an episode full of whatever got in the Gearhead Consultancy's way, because we're too damn busy.  How about cops and their Exploders?  Good and bad strap technique for fun and disastrous truck towing and hauling?  Why that little light in your sideview mirror should warn motorists about YOU... ...And why turning across lanes to avoid one driver is a recipe for meeting other drivers the hard way.  So much good stuff... What about some thinly veiled leftism hiding in new limp-wristed podcasts?  Some Amon Tobin and traffic school?  ...Also, let's remember Scott Bloomquist, incredible dirt-track racer but not so much of a pilot.  R.I.P., you excellent weirdo.

Don't let the compunannies and digidistractions make you less of a (hu)man - it's time to think before you sink (into the mud and unpacked dirt at that job site, Mr. Cement Truck Driver)... It's an episode full of whatever got in the Gearhead Consultancy's way, because we're too damn busy.  How about cops and their Exploders?  Good and bad strap technique for fun and disastrous truck towing and hauling?  Why that little light in your sideview mirror should warn motorists about YOU... ...And why turning across lanes to avoid one driver is a recipe for meeting other drivers the hard way.  So much good stuff... What about some thinly veiled leftism hiding in new limp-wristed podcasts?  Some Amon Tobin and traffic school?  ...Also, let's remember Scott Bloomquist, incredible dirt-track racer but not so much of a pilot.  R.I.P., you excellent weirdo.

Episode #72 of "Kenny Conversation" is the great race car builder Larry Shaw! #racing #kennywallace #nascar #scottbloomquist #dirtracing #markmartin Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: https://jegs.io/KennyWallace & text KENNY to 36727 to save up to $100! ***thumbnail photos courtesy of Larry Shaw & Mark Martin & by Josh James Artwork JEGS has been in business since 1960. Racers selling to racers. Focusing on American Muscle – but also big product line of automotive tools, garage gear & other performance parts. JEGS is well established with racers of all kinds, including the NHRA, bracket racing, circle track & more! Free shipping on orders over $199. Unrivaled expertise from techs. Millions of parts for every car person's needs. Sign up for their email for exclusive deals!

Stoking the Fire Kokomo Smackdown XIII hits a record for money raised for the Riley's Childrens Foundation "Caleb's curious question" during the 360 sprint car race at Silver Dollar on Wednesday 8/21 Knoxville Raceway & Huset's Speedway season champions crowned Drake Troutman joins Big Frog Motorsports Huset's High Bank Nationals, Skagit Nationals, IMCA Racesaver Nationals, Hillbilly 100 on deck this week Will we see any Scott Bloomquist tribute schemes for the World 100? Social media of the week: Food expiration tips, Blake Lirette has a question. "The Draft" (Ends around 25:00 minute mark) Feature Finish Castrol FloRacing Night in America @ Lernerville USAC Kokomo Smackdown XIII WoO sprint cars @ River Cities and Red River Valley Fireball 50 @ Atomic for the WoO late models Rumble on the River @ Port Royal Speedway 70th Annual Gold Cup @ Silver Dollar Speedway FAST on Dirt sprint cars @ Mercer & Waynesfield IN, PA, CA, OH weekly shows KKM Challenge @ Southern Illinois Raceway Millstream Speedway on Sunday 8/25 High Limit Racing @ Douglas County Dirt Track for the Showdown on the River (Ends around 43:00 mark) The Smoke Charlie scores a treasure chest Coney dog trip Lemon salmon @ Prime Time Smash-burgers Homemade crunchwraps A return to Ma T 888 Bistro Molcajete fajitas Honey butter chicken pizza @ Rounders Smitty's Italian Steakhouse A double down Monday on pork steaks Thanks to our sponsors: Rounders Too Pizza, Kron Farms, K&K Excavating, Back to the Roots Tree Service

This week we return after a week off and catch up on all the racing news. We talk about the loss of the legendary dirt late model driver Scott Bloomquist after an unfortunate air plane accident. We also cover AFCS results, WoO results and more!

An update today on Chase Johnson, some midwest sprint car ride notes, a cool Scott Bloomquist tribute, High Limit in Oregon today, plus is there actually hope at Pennsboro?

An update today on Chase Johnson, some midwest sprint car ride notes, a cool Scott Bloomquist tribute, High Limit in Oregon today, plus is there actually hope at Pennsboro?

Join host Thomas Brandon as he flies solo this week, diving deep into the action-packed world of motorsports. From the intense NASCAR race at Michigan to the thrilling High Limit Sprint Car Series' West Coast swing. NASCAR Highlights: A candid take on the Xfinity Series race at Michigan – why it sucked and what needs to change. The rain-delayed Cup Series race and why Kyle Larson's solo spin was a testament to the difficulty of next-gen cars. Bubba Wallace's missed opportunity and the looming pressure of the Darlington playoff cutoff. Corey LaJoie's wild flip and the controversial Truex Jr. caution – is NASCAR making the right calls   Dirt Racing Deep Dive: Jackson Nationals recap: Donny Schatz proves he's still got it! High Limit Sprint Car Series Heads to the West Coast: Hear all about Kyle Larson's win, Rico Abreu's consistency, and Brad Sweet's redemption arc. The intense Gold Cup Kickoff – why Justin Sanders' win left fans divided. Bobby Pierce's unstoppable run in the Castrol Flow Racing Night in America series – is he the best late model driver today?     Plus, Remembering Scott Bloomquist: We honor the legacy of the legendary Scott Bloomquist, a dirt racing icon whose impact on the sport will never be forgotten. Whether you're a die-hard NASCAR fan or a dirt track enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights, analysis, and the raw passion that makes motorsports thrilling. Don't miss out – subscribe, share, and rate us to stay in the fast lane of racing news!  

Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill delve into various racing topics. Parker recaps his recent Xfinity Series race, discussing the challenges and strategic decisions involved. The duo explores NASCAR's penalties and appeals process, focusing on Austin Dillon's recent penalty. Josh provides historical context on past appeals. They also touch on IndyCar, highlighting Roger Penske's leadership and team dynamics, and discuss Formula 1 updates, including Pete Bonnington's role at Mercedes. The episode concludes with a tribute to dirt racing legend Scott Bloomquist and previews upcoming racing events, promising an interview with Kyle Busch in the next episode. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:40 - Parker's Race Recap   01:49 - Penalty Discussion   02:10 - PR Lap   07:43 - Logistics of Hotel Stays During Rain Delay  11:34 - Austin Dillon's Penalty Update  16:14 - Discussion on Driver Aggression   18:26 - Recent Race Recap 30:41 - Start Times Controversy 40:00 - Tarp System Proposal 41:09 - Flipping Race Cars Discussion 49:59 - Kyle Larson vs. Max Verstappen Debate   56:04 - AJ Allmendinger Announcement   57:01 - Big Machine Racing Penalty   1:02:01 - Xfinity Series Package Review   1:09:03 - IndyCar Series Leadership Issues   1:13:56 - Conor Daly's Return   1:14:12 - Pete Bonnington's Promotion   1:20:16 - Scott Bloomquist's Passing   1:24:10 - Closing Remarks The Money Lap is the ultimate motorsport podcast with Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill professional racecar drivers and hilarious hosts taking you through the world of motorsports. Covering NASCAR, F1, Indycar, and more, they'll provide the scoop, gossip, laughs, and stories from the racing biz. With over 1100 unique products currently in stock, Spoiler Diecast boasts one of the largest inventories in the industry. We are NASCAR focused, offering a wide range of diecast and apparel options. But that's not all. We've expanded our catalog to include diecast for dirt/sprint cars, Indycar, and F1. As passionate racing fans ourselves, we're constantly growing our offerings to cater to different forms of racing. Use promo code "moneylap" for free shipping and 5% off all orders. https://www.spoilerdiecast.com/ Sign up today for the Money Lap newsletter: https://themoneylap.com/subscribe Read by industry executives in NASCAR, F1, and Indycar, our newsletter and podcast are essential resources for any motorsports enthusiast. Join our community of passionate fans and industry insiders today. Welcome to the future of motorsports media! Copyright 2024, Pixel Racing, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The Dirt Reporters Episode 172: Remembering Scott Bloomquist by DirtonDirt.com

Episode #71 of "Kenny Conversation" is NASCAR Hall of Fame Mark Martin! He & Kenny Wallace share stories about IROC, Larry Phillips, the late legendary dirt racer Scott Bloomquist, Austin Dillon's move at Richmond & more! #racing #kennywallace #nascar #markmartin #scottbloomquist Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: https://jegs.io/KennyWallace & text KENNY to 36727 to save up to $100! ***thumbnail photos by Charlie Marlow & courtesy of Mark Martin & Scott Bloomquist Racing/Eldora Speedway JEGS has been in business since 1960. Racers selling to racers. Focusing on American Muscle – but also big product line of automotive tools, garage gear & other performance parts. JEGS is well established with racers of all kinds, including the NHRA, bracket racing, circle track & more! Free shipping on orders over $199. Unrivaled expertise from techs. Millions of parts for every car person's needs. Sign up for their email for exclusive deals!

Host Alan Dietz is joined by Johnny Clark, Josh Stade, and Kate Re, plus a tribute to Scott Bloomquist.Join Alan Dietz and Jess Ballard as they host The Bullring on Racing America! Hear from the biggest names in grassroots racing, along with those making headlines in NASCAR. Watch for free on RacingAmerica.TV and our social media outlets.If you have an issue or a question, please contact our Customer Care team at support@racingamerica.com

Tons of racing news and reactions. Plus, we talk about some great moments with Scott Bloomquist.

The guys talk about the passing of Scott Bloomquist, JMS ending their season early, RCR Appeal, and more plus they recap Michigan

In this clip from episode #13 of "Kenny Conversation," Kenny Wallace & Nick Hoffman discuss the great Scott Bloomquist. Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: https://jegs.io/KennyWallace & text KENNY to 36727 to save up to $100! #racing #kennywallace #nickhoffman #dirtracing #nascar #scottbloomquist ***thumbnail & b-roll photos courtesy of Scott Bloomquist & WWTR JEGS has been in business since 1960. Racers selling to racers. Focusing on American Muscle – but also big product line of automotive tools, garage gear & other performance parts. JEGS is well established with racers of all kinds, including the NHRA, bracket racing, circle track & more! Free shipping on orders over $199. Unrivaled expertise from techs. Millions of parts for every car person's needs. Sign up for their email for exclusive deals!

Welcome, Nighthsifters, to another episode of Last Night's Coffee with Chuck and Jon! This week Jon recaps his experience at a 311 concert... Chuck gives a rundown of everything that happened at the race track this weekend including a tornado forcing a postponing of the race... Charlie's aggressive driving nature and why that's required of a racer... Then the guys spend a ton of time talking about the late Scott Bloomquist, who lost his life this past Friday in a vintage plane crash. He was a racing legend and he should be remembered as such.... A Conspiracy Corner surrounding a famous plane crash and a Meme of the Week regarding Scott legend status wrap up the show! Thanks for tuning in!

Mostly Motorsports Ep. 325 Ben Shelton, Conner Wade, Chase Raudman Ben Shelton talks about  Scott Bloomquist, Hall of Famer, and champion of dirt Late Model racing, who passed away on Aug. 16, 2024 Scott Traylor and Kirk Elliott have been the host of "Track Talk" with the RacinBoys on Sports Radio 810 WHB in Kansas City for 24 years. Traylor spent the past 13 years on the road as anchor and producer of the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour broadcasts. He had many years of experience and success driving and owning race cars before embarking on a broadcasting career covering motorsports

With the tragic news on Friday, we decided to re-publish Scott's first interview on The Front Stretch. This is from January 2013 as apart of the Legends of the Dirt Series.

Executive Vice President General Manager World Wide Technology Raceway Chris Blair was in The Freak Nation late Sunday night. In addition to giving The Freaks some background on Saturday night's IndyCar race at WWTR. Blair also had some background on legendary dirt track racer Scott Bloomquist who Friday in a plane crash on his family's farm in Mooresburg, Tennessee. He was 60. Bloomquist is considered the greatest dirt track racer of all time. The plane that Bloomquist was flying crashed into a barn, and the remains of its sole occupant are believed to be that of Bloomquist, the Hawkins County Sheriff's Office said in a statement. Federal agents are investigating. Listen...

Tim McCreadie breaks through with Rocket, Bobby Pierce can't make up ground, plus weekend World of Outlaws and High Limit results, and we'll remember Scott Bloomquist.

Tim McCreadie breaks through with Rocket, Bobby Pierce can't make up ground, plus weekend World of Outlaws and High Limit results, and we'll remember Scott Bloomquist.

Kenny Wallace discusses new details in the death of legendary dirt racer Scott Bloomquist in a small airplane crash. #racing #kennywallace #dirtracing #scottbloomquist Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: https://jegs.io/KennyWallace & text KENNY to 36727 to save up to $100! ***thumbnail photos courtesy of Scott Bloomquist Racing & Josh James Artwork JEGS has been in business since 1960. Racers selling to racers. Focusing on American Muscle – but also big product line of automotive tools, garage gear & other performance parts. JEGS is well established with racers of all kinds, including the NHRA, bracket racing, circle track & more! Free shipping on orders over $199. Unrivaled expertise from techs. Millions of parts for every car person's needs. Sign up for their email for exclusive deals!

Kenny Wallace discusses the death of legendary dirt racer Scott Bloomquist in a small airplane crash. #racing #kennywallace #dirtracing #scottbloomquist Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: https://jegs.io/KennyWallace & text KENNY to 36727 to save up to $100! JEGS has been in business since 1960. Racers selling to racers. Focusing on American Muscle – but also big product line of automotive tools, garage gear & other performance parts. JEGS is well established with racers of all kinds, including the NHRA, bracket racing, circle track & more! Free shipping on orders over $199. Unrivaled expertise from techs. Millions of parts for every car person's needs. Sign up for their email for exclusive deals!

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Corey Day can't be stopped, Chris Madden is back, actually so is Scott Bloomquist, PA Speedweek will probably look a bit different, what to watch this weekend, and more.

Corey Day can't be stopped, Chris Madden is back, actually so is Scott Bloomquist, PA Speedweek will probably look a bit different, what to watch this weekend, and more.

Kenny Wallace discusses the race weekend. #racing #kennywallace #nascar Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: https://jegs.io/KennyWallace & text KENNY to 36727 to save up to $100! ***thumbnail photo by Josh James Artwork JEGS has been in business since 1960. Racers selling to racers. Focusing on American Muscle – but also big product line of automotive tools, garage gear & other performance parts. JEGS is well established with racers of all kinds, including the NHRA, bracket racing, circle track & more! Free shipping on orders over $199. Unrivaled expertise from techs. Millions of parts for every car person's needs. Sign up for their email for exclusive deals!

Scott Bloomquist goes for a wild ride, Chase Randall has a scary crash, updates on the World of Outlaws and High Limit, and plenty more on this Sunday show.

Scott Bloomquist goes for a wild ride, Chase Randall has a scary crash, updates on the World of Outlaws and High Limit, and plenty more on this Sunday show.

Kenny Wallace discusses Scott Bloomquist's horrible wreck & eye opening interview at Eldora. #racing #kennywallace #dirtracing #nascar #scottbloomquist Brought to you by JEGS! Click here: https://jegs.io/KennyWallace & text KENNY to 36727 to save up to $100! JEGS has been in business since 1960. Racers selling to racers. Focusing on American Muscle – but also big product line of automotive tools, garage gear & other performance parts. JEGS is well established with racers of all kinds, including the NHRA, bracket racing, circle track & more! Free shipping on orders over $199. Unrivaled expertise from techs. Millions of parts for every car person's needs. Sign up for their email for exclusive deals!

James McFadden breaks through, Anthony Macri wins in the midwest, we'll talk Dream at Eldora, including some notable entries and an update on Scott Bloomquist. Plus, why were there so few cars at Selinsgrove yesterday.

James McFadden breaks through, Anthony Macri wins in the midwest, we'll talk Dream at Eldora, including some notable entries and an update on Scott Bloomquist. Plus, why were there so few cars at Selinsgrove yesterday.

On this overreaction Sunday, we'll talk about the High Limit championship maybe being over already, plus another Scott Bloomquist comeback has been derailed, a big win for Tanner Holmes, and more.

On this overreaction Sunday, we'll talk about the High Limit championship maybe being over already, plus another Scott Bloomquist comeback has been derailed, a big win for Tanner Holmes, and more.

A bad sprint car rule showed itself Sunday at Williams Grove, Scott Bloomquist is back, the Outlaws have a new race director, and more today.

A bad sprint car rule showed itself Sunday at Williams Grove, Scott Bloomquist is back, the Outlaws have a new race director, and more today.

The High Limit field grows again, and we'll talk through the list of possible teams who are still not committed for 2024. Plus a look at full timers for the World of Outlaws late model and USAC sprint car series, news from Scott Bloomquist, and more.

The High Limit field grows again, and we'll talk through the list of possible teams who are still not committed for 2024. Plus a look at full timers for the World of Outlaws late model and USAC sprint car series, news from Scott Bloomquist, and more.

Coming up, Ford signs another sprint car team to campaign it's engines, CJB is keeping Spencer Bayston, Scott Bloomquist's difficult road ahead, and did Jake Swanson get fired?

Coming up, Ford signs another sprint car team to campaign it's engines, CJB is keeping Spencer Bayston, Scott Bloomquist's difficult road ahead, and did Jake Swanson get fired?

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

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

Coming up we'll dive into tonight's High Bank Nationals opener at Huset's, talk about Aaron Reutzel's weekend decision, we've got an update on Scott Bloomquist's health and a lot more.

In short-track racing, one driver's name has been synonymous with creating headlines and capturing the attention of the motorsports world. On this week's episode of The Dale Jr. Download, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and co-host Mike Davis sit down with that man: the legendary Scott Bloomquist. After arriving in Eastern Tennessee in the mid-1980s and taking the dirt late model scene by storm, Scott rose to prominence in the early ‘90s and has gone on to be regarded as one of the greatest race drivers of all time. Dale asks Scott about the moment he realized he had become larger than life, and he references the 1988 running of the premiere dirt late model racing event, Eldora Speedway's World 100. Scott explains that he had never been to the track before and found it intimidating, and upon learning that there were over 250 other entrants for the race he about decided to head back to Knoxville to compete closer to home. He ultimately was convinced to stay by a Hoosier Tire representative, and in the big showdown, Scott defeated late model standout Jeff Purvis, who was aiming for his fourth win in a row at this event. Bloomquist is well known for his eccentric style and rockstar-like appearance. After being born in Iowa and spending the beginning of his childhood there, his father Ron decided to leave his electrician trade to pursue becoming a pilot. The career transition brought the family to California, where Scott discovered a love for surfing and fast cars. Another defining quality is Scott's tendency to rebel, and when his father stated “I will never have no long-haired son”, well, you can guess where this is going. As a result, the image of Scott Bloomquist race fans have known for the last four decades was born, and doesn't appear to be going anywhere anytime soon.The origin of Scott's legendary racing career is in part thanks to his father's interest in trying the craft out himself. After seeing a co-worker race at the local raceway in Corona, Ron bought an asphalt car and got it ready for dirt competition. One attempt was enough, and he quickly realized it wasn't for him. He then offered Scott the opportunity to get behind the wheel, and the 16-year-old jumped at the chance to go fast. He ran well enough in his maiden voyage that the two decided to pursue the sport further, but when the car Ron built for Scott was destroyed in a crash at Manzanita Speedway, he told Scott he wasn't spending a penny more. From then on, Scott was independent in his racing efforts.Scott tells the story of how his family arrived in Mooresburg, Tennessee on a plot of land located on the cusp of the Cherokee River. When Ron began looking for property to retire to in the early 1980s, the family originally looked at property in Oregon. But Scott, who was fully immersed in the dirt racing scene by that point, recognized that Oregon's racing was outdated and suggested Tennessee, where Robert Smawley and his NDRA outfit were operating and paying $10,000 to win. Upon arriving, Scott found success early at Kingsport Speedway and used the momentum to propel himself to the top of the division, where he has gone on to win more marquee events than any other driver in history.However, Scott's time at the top has not been without controversy and the interview touches on his various legal issues and suspensions over the years. Scott is open on the subject and explains how his appearance and success have led others to assume the worst about him. The infamy that came with the arrests boosted Scott's reputation and ultimately led to him becoming a colossal figure in the sport.Finally, no interview with Scott Bloomquist would be complete without discussing aliens and extraterrestrial beings. Scott details his neighbor's encounter and even touches on an experience of his own. Download listeners should tune in for an unforgettable episode and a peak into the mind of one of racing's most iconic figures.  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 short-track racing, one driver's name has been synonymous with creating headlines and capturing the attention of the motorsports world. On this week's episode of The Dale Jr. Download, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and co-host Mike Davis sit down with that man: the legendary Scott Bloomquist. After arriving in Eastern Tennessee in the mid-1980s and taking the dirt late model scene by storm, Scott rose to prominence in the early ‘90s and has gone on to be regarded as one of the greatest race drivers of all time.  Dale asks Scott about the moment he realized he had become larger than life, and he references the 1988 running of the premiere dirt late model racing event, Eldora Speedway's World 100. Scott explains that he had never been to the track before and found it intimidating, and upon learning that there were over 250 other entrants for the race he about decided to head back to Knoxville to compete closer to home. He ultimately was convinced to stay by a Hoosier Tire representative, and in the big showdown, Scott defeated late model standout Jeff Purvis, who was aiming for his fourth win in a row at this event.  Bloomquist is well known for his eccentric style and rockstar-like appearance. After being born in Iowa and spending the beginning of his childhood there, his father Ron decided to leave his electrician trade to pursue becoming a pilot. The career transition brought the family to California, where Scott discovered a love for surfing and fast cars. Another defining quality is Scott's tendency to rebel, and when his father stated “I will never have no long-haired son”, well, you can guess where this is going. As a result, the image of Scott Bloomquist race fans have known for the last four decades was born, and doesn't appear to be going anywhere anytime soon. The origin of Scott's legendary racing career is in part thanks to his father's interest in trying the craft out himself. After seeing a co-worker race at the local raceway in Corona, Ron bought an asphalt car and got it ready for dirt competition. One attempt was enough, and he quickly realized it wasn't for him. He then offered Scott the opportunity to get behind the wheel, and the 16-year-old jumped at the chance to go fast. He ran well enough in his maiden voyage that the two decided to pursue the sport further, but when the car Ron built for Scott was destroyed in a crash at Manzanita Speedway, he told Scott he wasn't spending a penny more. From then on, Scott was independent in his racing efforts. Scott tells the story of how his family arrived in Mooresburg, Tennessee on a plot of land located on the cusp of the Cherokee River. When Ron began looking for property to retire to in the early 1980s, the family originally looked at property in Oregon. But Scott, who was fully immersed in the dirt racing scene by that point, recognized that Oregon's racing was outdated and suggested Tennessee, where Robert Smawley and his NDRA outfit were operating and paying $10,000 to win. Upon arriving, Scott found success early at Kingsport Speedway and used the momentum to propel himself to the top of the division, where he has gone on to win more marquee events than any other driver in history. However, Scott's time at the top has not been without controversy and the interview touches on his various legal issues and suspensions over the years. Scott is open on the subject and explains how his appearance and success have led others to assume the worst about him. The infamy that came with the arrests boosted Scott's reputation and ultimately led to him becoming a colossal figure in the sport. Finally, no interview with Scott Bloomquist would be complete without discussing aliens and extraterrestrial beings. Scott details his neighbor's encounter and even touches on an experience of his own. Download listeners should tune in for an unforgettable episode and a peak into the mind of one of racing's most iconic figures.  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