Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX

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Jimmie Johnson Interview Aug 21, 2025

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Kevin Harvick sits down with fellow NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson for a wide-ranging conversation. The two West Coast natives reflect on their roots in racing, revisit Jimmie’s historic run of seven Cup Series championships, and share stories from their famous on-track battles. Jimmie also opens up about his relationship with former crew chief Chad Knaus, life as an owner with Legacy Motor Club, and the lessons he’s learned running a team—and how that perspective has changed the way he sees the sport. From the evolution of NASCAR and the challenges of the Next Gen car to memories only two veterans can share, this is an episode fans won’t want to miss.

0:00 - Intro

0:35 - Jimmie Johnson Joins The Show!

3:29 - Becoming A Pro Driver

7:40 - Relationship with Chad Knaus

15:58 - INDYCAR Transition

29:03 - Branding After Retirement

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Austin Dillon’s Richmond Redemption, Daytona Preview, NASCAR Playoff Debate, and More! Aug 19, 2025

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Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down the NASCAR weekend at Richmond, where Austin Dillon scored a crucial win just one year after his controversial finish at the same track. The crew discusses what the victory means for Dillon and RCR, and how it shakes up the playoff picture. Then, they look ahead to the regular-season finale at Daytona, with Kevin explaining why it’s always the most stressful week of the year for teams fighting on the playoff bubble. The group also dives into a heated debate sparked by Mamba on X — should NASCAR make changes to its Playoff system? Plus, Mamba shares the best fan content in Social Sips, and the show wraps up in Last Call with burnout grades for Dillon and Daytona race predictions.

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0:00 - Intro

6:34 - Richmond Recap

30:28 - Daytona Preview

37:53 - NASCAR Playoffs Format

50:53 - Mamba’s Social Sips

53:05 - Last Call!

58:38 - Submit Picks For Daytona

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Austin Dillon Interview following win at Richmond | VICTORY LAP Aug 18, 2025

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Fresh off his Cup Series win at Richmond, Austin Dillon joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap. The two break down how Dillon secured his postseason spot late in the regular season, what it meant to win at Richmond after last year’s controversy, and why RCR continues to thrive at the track. They also look back on Dillon’s season so far and discuss what this win means for momentum heading into the playoffs.

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Jamie McMurray Interview Aug 14, 2025

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Kevin Harvick sits down with NASCAR on FOX Analyst and former Cup Series driver Jamie McMurray for a wide-ranging conversation. They revisit Jamie’s incredible 2010 season, including his wins at the Daytona 500 and the Brickyard. Jamie shares how he got his start in racing, reflects on the highs and lows of his career, and opens up about his transition from the driver’s seat to the broadcast booth. Plus, Kevin and Jamie swap stories about working together at FOX and how their unique perspectives shape their race coverage.

0:00 - Intro

0:38 - Jamie McMurray Joins The Show!

2:43 - Memories From 2010 Cup Season

7:27 - Racing For Chip Ganassi

14:24 - Beginning Of Racing Career

25:28 - Transitioning Into The Broadcast World

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Shane van Gisbergen Interview following win at Watkins Glen | VICTORY LAP Aug 12, 2025

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Fresh off his Watkins Glen victory, Shane van Gisbergen joins Mamba Smith for this week’s Victory Lap on Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. SVG opens up about the conversations surrounding his road course dominance and oval track challenges, and shares what has made him so successful in his first full NASCAR season. They also dive into his excitement for the future with Trackhouse Racing, his new contract extension, and how he’s preparing to take the next steps in his career.

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SVG’s Road Course Dominance Continues, Harvick’s Richmond Winning Secrets, Silly Season News & More Aug 12, 2025

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Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down the NASCAR weekend at Watkins Glen, where Shane van Gisbergen scored his fourth Cup win of the season and once again proved why he’s the king of road courses. The crew also highlights standout runs from Christopher Bell, Chris Buescher, and other top performers. Then, they turn their attention to Richmond Raceway, with Kevin sharing what made him so successful at that track during his driving career. Mamba brings the best fan moments in this week’s Social Sips, and the show wraps up in Last Call with burnout grades for SVG and Richmond race predictions.

0:00 - Intro

4:18 - Watkins Glen Recap

34:25 - Richmond Preview

38:02 - Truck Series News

42:51 - Mamba’s Social Sips

50:21 - Last Call!

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Brenden ‘Butterbean’ Queen Interview Aug 07, 2025

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Brenden "Butterbean" Queen joins Kevin Harvick for an unforgettable conversation. The 2024 CARS Tour Champion opens up about his racing journey, from humble beginnings at Langley Speedway to leading every lap at Dover in ARCA. Butterbean shares stories from his rise in racing, balancing a full-time job while chasing championships, and of course, his signature Waffle House celebrations.

0:00 - Intro

0:37 - Butterbean Joins The Show!

1:23 - Butterbean’s Background

13:02 - Nickname Origin

16:09 - Waffle House

20:25 - CARS Tour Success

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William Byron Wins at Iowa, Harvick Sounds Off on Lack of Horsepower, Watkins Glen Preview, and more! Aug 05, 2025

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Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down all the action from the NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway, where William Byron used fuel strategy to perfection and outlasted the field for another big win. The crew dives into Byron’s execution, standout runs from Chase Briscoe and Brad Keselowski, and what Iowa revealed about teams heading into the final stretch of the season. Then, they turn their attention to the upcoming race at Watkins Glen, preview the top contenders, and Mamba delivers the best fan content in this week’s Social Sips. Finally, they wrap things up in Last Call, where they grade Byron’s burnout and share their Watkins Glen predictions.

0:00 - Intro

4:05 - Iowa Recap

34:31 - Watkins Glen Preview

40:39 - Mamba’s Social Sips

48:18 - Last Call!

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William Byron Interview following win at Iowa | VICTORY LAP Aug 04, 2025

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Fresh off his Cup Series win at Iowa, William Byron joins Kaitlyn Vincie for this week’s Victory Lap on Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. Byron breaks down the final laps, the fuel-saving strategy that made the difference, and how he was able to hold on for the win. They also reflect on Byron’s season so far, what this victory means for his team heading into the home stretch, and what to expect as the Cup Series heads to Watkins Glen.

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Mark Martin Interview Jul 31, 2025

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NASCAR legend Mark Martin joins Kevin Harvick for a memorable conversation about his journey from the ASA racing series to the NASCAR Cup Series. From short track racing to winning 40 career Cup Series races with a memorable run driving for Roush Racing, Martin dives into his beliefs on being loyal and competing against many of the NASCAR greats. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about his teammates, Jack Roush, his opinions on the NASCAR championship format, and so much more.

0:00 - Intro

0:30 - Mark Martin Joins The Show!

3:40 - Path From Short Tracks

10:18 - Time with Jack Roush

25:28 - Developing His Post-Racing Voice

26:49 - Championship Format

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