Trackhouse landscaping at Gateway + Potential new playoff format
Mike, Nate and Amanda recap the action at Gateway, kicking off the episode by discussing the brake markers that fell off during the weekend. After they dove into the Trackhouse cars, driving through the grass post-race, and the potential consequences that could occur. Looking ahead to Bristol a new tire will be raced, and we will eliminate four drivers from the playoffs at the end of the race. Wrapping up the episode Mike and Nate discussed the potential of a new playoff format heading into 2026.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Zilisch's Portland detour, new tires for Gateway
Mike, Nate, and Amanda talk about the Xfinity race in Portland, what was learned, and Zilisch missing the first turn on the final restart. Then they talked about the action in Darlington and a new tire compound in Gateway.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Byron to the Back, Zilisch to the Future
NASCAR's Mike Forde & Amanda Ellis alongside NASCAR.com's Nate Ryan discuss the 2025 regular season finale at Daytona and look ahead to Sunday's playoff opener at Darlington.(2:30) The 24 car fails inspection at Daytona. Crew Chief Rudy Fugle was ejected and the William Byron started at the back of the field. We go inside the inspection process.(17:30) Should NASCAR give relief drivers official wins? Connor Zilisch and Parker Kligerman win at Daytona in the Xfinity series.(26:30) Connor Zilisch has formally been announced as Trackhouse's replacement for the outgoing Daniel Suarez. Go inside the car number selection process.(36:50) The A-Post flaps made their debut at Daytona and no cars went airborne despite "The Big One" in stage 1. Did you notice the bright colors under the A-post flaps when they enaged? We explain.(42:40) The 2025 NASCAR Playoffs kickoff Sunday night at Darlington in the Southern 500. The Craftsman Truck Series has a unique Saturday afternoon time slot at Darlington. Why the change?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Inside NASCAR's 2026 Schedule Release
NASCAR EVP, Chief Venue & Racing Innovation Officer Ben Kennedy & Managing Director of Competition Operations Jusan Hamilton joins Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis & Nate Ryan to peel back the curtain on NASCAR's 2026 schedule release.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Richmond Raceway pit road penalties + Dr. Eric Jacuzzi discusses the new A Post flap for SuperSpeedways
This week Mike, Nate, and Amanda discuss what would've happened if the 19 team put one of their tires on the 23 car, Chase Elliott's pit road penalty, and Connor Zilisch's options for potentially returning at Daytona. Additionally, Dr. Eric Jacuzzi, Vice President of Vehicle Performance, joins the show to discuss the new A-post flap being introduced this weekend in Daytona and the process of creating that part.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
NASCAR’s new podcast takes you inside the sport like never before. Mike Forde, Managing Director Racing Communication, Amanda Ellis, Sr. Director Racing Communications & Nate Ryan, NASCAR.com Journalist offer fans a closer look at what happens behind the scenes, from rule changes to officiating decisions, logistics, and broadcasting. The goal is to provide fans with insights into the organizational side of sport and highlight the often unseen but crucial aspects that make race weekends possible. We also will have interviews with insiders, executives, journalists, and more.
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