NHRA Insider Podcast

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7.45 The Insiders Talk Crew Chief Chaos, More Changes, and 2026 Dec 09, 2025

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon joins Brian Lohnes to talk about the chaos of crew chiefs in the NHRA nitro ranks right now, fresh news about a Top Fuel team, landing places for the experienced leaders currently standing as free agents, and a whole lot more. Why did this happen, how did this happen, and how all these moves will reshape the nitro landscape in 2026. This is an interesting episode that takes you to ground zero where all the news is radiating out of and helps to perhaps sort some of the craziness out.

7.44 Gadson and Glenn Talk Titles - Crew Chief Breaking News Revealed Dec 02, 2025

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On this in-depth episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Richard Gadson and Dallas Glenn join host Brian Lohnes to talk about their first championships in the world of NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing. The two hardcore racers take you deep into their championship seasons, talk about behind the scenes moments you've never heard them talk about, analyze their approaches, their successes, failures, and the moments that brought them the sport's ultimate glory. For Richard Gadson, it was a season of intense conversations, learning, and ultimately self-realization that he was not only capable of winning a title but deserving of it as well. Gadson takes us into an intense meeting with Terry Vance after a loss in Chicago that changed his mentality and ultimately set him on a path to the pages of drag racing history forever. His breakdown of the semi-final in Las Vegas against Gaige Herrera, his discussion of the team dynamic when Brayden Davis came on for the Countdown, and more are revelatory. Dallas Glenn had one of the most statistically amazing seasons in modern Pro Stock history and he breaks it down, sometimes to the thousandth of a second in this interview. The depth of desire and the will to win and keep winning are fascinating points of this conversation. You'll fully understand his championship mindset after listening. These conversations as well as deep insider breaking crew chief news will have you glued to this show from end to end!

7.43 The Insiders Dive Into The Procks, JFR, Rumors, Speculation and More Nov 25, 2025

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This is the show you wanted and so it's the show you're going to get. On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Kevin McKenna joins Brian Lohnes for a comprehensive dive into one of the biggest NHRA stories in years; the departure of the Prock family from John Force Racing. They look at it from all sides, squash some rumors, examine others, consider the future for all involved and a whole lot more. A story of this size will have ripple effects for months and maybe longer so that keeps the conversation interesting and engaging. Where are they going? Why are they going there? Who will fill the Prock seat? Who will tune the car? This and so, so much more are discussed and pondered. There's more than just the Prock story as well. Loads of other hirings, firings, and 2026 moves are either revealed or hinted at. Every second of this one is worth the listen.

7.42 Rain, Heartbreak, and Bad Takes: An Insider Recounts the In-N-Out Burger Finals Nov 21, 2025

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On this monologue episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Brian Lohnes takes you through his manic experience at the In-N-Out Burger Finals in Pomona. From a breakdown of the weekend as only an Insider can to the logistics and thought process behind how the race was ended and why, this is a must listen for any fan looking for the real story from a guy who was there. Lohnes also systematically breaks down why the race was cancelled and not moved or rescheduled with insight that goes far deeper than what has been reported. There's some breaking crew chief news, some team speculation, a breakdown of the champions, awards night, and more. This is an interesting, candid, and insightful breakdown of a weekend that will forever live in the lore of NHRA drag racing for reasons both awesome and crummy.

7.41 A Vegas Recap, SEMA News, and The Insiders Talk In-N-Out Finals Nov 11, 2025

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon joins host Brian Lohnes to talk all about the events of the last couple of weeks in the world of NHRA drag racing, big news, and the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals. Lohnes kicks off the show with a monologue getting you up to speed on all the different sportsman and professional championship scenarios, recaps some of the big news from the SEMA show, and more. Tony Pedregon joins to talk about the implications of Las Vegas, who was a mover and who was not as well as how that race will impact the scenarios at Pomona. The guys break down all four classes and the title races, talk about some of the rumors floating about, and give their takes on the potential champions, how they'll win, and why. All this and more on the NHRA Insider, Pomona Finals edition!

7.40 Talking Championship Battles With Tony Pedregon and The Future With Josh Hart Oct 28, 2025

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast Powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon joins the show to break down the championship battles in the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series categories and Josh Hart comes on to talk about his future at John Force Racing, dominating the headlines and more. Tony Pedregon and host Brian Lohnes take you inside the frantic battles in Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcyle, lay out the path to the big prize in Top Fuel land Funny Car, talk silly season rumors and more in this fast paced conversation. Josh Hart takes us inside his mindset at he closes out his tenure as a Top Fuel team owner and begins the transition to pure Top Fuel driver in 2026. His insights into the process he has embarked on, the business deals that have been in the news and more are revealing and exciting to explore. 2025 has plenty of action left in it but 2026 is already shaping up to be one for the books. This and a whole lot more in this episode of the NHRA Insider!

7.39 Richard Freeman Talks Top Fuel, Sponsors, More - Spencer Hyde on Being A Funny Car Rookie Oct 21, 2025

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On this high octane episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast Powered By Speedmaster, Richard Freeman and Spencer Hyde join host Brian Lohnes to take a dive into the drag racing headlines. Richard Freeman talks all elements of the new Elite Motorsports Top Fuel program. He talks about the acquisition of the team, the acquisition of R&L Carriers as the primary multi-year sponsor, the acquisition of Mike Green to lead it all, and more. This discussion answers a lot of questions about how this whole thing has come together and with such speed. Freeman is wide open with his plans, his vision, and how he plans to do it differently in the Top Fuel ranks. Truly a fascinating look into one of the largest stories of the racing year. Spencer Hyde has two races left in his rookie season of Nitro Funny Car competition. With multiple final rounds, a number one qualifier, a Mission 2 Fast 2 Tasty win, and loads of round victories, he's a very strong candidate for rookie of the year. Spencer takes us through the highs, the lows, the growth, and the learning that has happened during this first season between the chassis pipes of a flopper. A high-energy, high-speed episode!

7.38 Brittany Force and Eddie Krawiec Talk Titles, The Future, and Legacies of Speed Oct 14, 2025

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Brittany Force and Eddie Krawiec join host Brian Lohnes for a pair of interesting and insightful conversations. Both longtime veterans of the sport, they have unique perspective on the final two races of the 2025 season. For Brittany Force those races will represent her final runs in a Top Fuel dragster for the foreseeable future as she leaves the seat to concentrate on starting a family. She tells some great stories about her career, her legacy, and what the first experience she ever had in a Top Fuel dragster was like. Lots of introspection and history in this one. Eddie Krawiec is the crew chief for current NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle points leader Richard Gadson. A man with a stack of titles of his own opens about his role as a tuner, a coach, and a leader behind the scenes with Gadson. This is some of the most interesting Pro Stock Motorcycle conversation we've ever had on the show. Add to that a monologue that may likely cause Lohnes' phone to ring and you've got an hour of drag racing fun like you can find nowhere else.

7.37 Talkin' Texas, Stampedes, and Speed With Tony Pedregon and Christie Meyer Johnson Oct 08, 2025

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon and Christie Meyer Johnson join host Brian Lohnes to talk about the Stampede of Speed, the Texas NHRA FallNationals

Tony Pedregon is up first and the conversation surrounds the true title contenders in each category. How the championships can, and likely will be won or lost, who still has an outside chance and which teams are likely too far back to challenge. Going class by class presents each scenario differently. Will it be head to head conflict or will it be decided by others? Loads of storylines here.

Now in its fifth year, the famed Stampede of Speed at the Texas Motorplex is one of the most audacious and awesome events in the world of drag racing. Christie Meyer Johnson, co-owner of the Motorplex joins the show to talk about this year's event, the evolution of the Stampede, the role of the Texas Motorplex in the community, and a whole lot more. This is a chat you don't want to miss.

All that and more on this NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster!

7.36 A Serious St Louis Sit Down With Ida Zetterstrom and Mike Knudsen Sep 30, 2025

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On this post St Louis episode off the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes chats with two big headline makers from the weekend. First he is joined by Ida Zetterstrom fresh off her first Top Fuel final round and her best day as an NHRA racer. Ida talks about the work, the struggles, and the discoveries that have turned her team in the right direction. She is hunting sponsors hard and looking forward to Dallas with a renewed vigor and outlook. The second guest on the show is the Crew Chief on the Tony Stewat Racing Funny Car operation, Mike Knudsen. In his rookie season in the role, he scored his second victory of the year in impressive fashion in St Louis. He takes us deep inside the team element, the approach, and the satisfaction of success. Lohnes breaks down the points from all classes you know and love, brings some inside information to light, and sets up an exciting run to the end, starting in Dallas. Big weekend action from both of these guests, making their mark in NHRA drag racing.

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