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Why is the IHRA buying SO MANY Racetracks? (Talkin' Shift EP 019 - Scott Woodruff) Jan 17, 2026

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This week on Talkin’ Shift, we’re joined by Scott Woodruff from the IHRA to break down everything they’ve had going on lately — and it’s a lot. We talk about IHRA’s recent push into track ownership (including deals for multiple well-known facilities) and what that means for racers, fans, and the future of the sport. We also get into how IHRA has been expanding what they’re involved with, including the growth of their pro-level programming like the Outlaw Nitro Series, and how they’re trying to build a bigger pipeline that supports everything from big-show racing down to grassroots bracket programs.

Did Victor Alvarez CHEAT at XMAS Tree Drags? (Talkin' Shift EP 18) Dec 26, 2025

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For the first time ever, we took Talkin’ Shift on the road and set up shop at Bradenton Motorsports Park. Our guest is Victor Alvarez, co-owner of BMP (alongside Cleetus McFarland) and someone who’s been deeply involved in motorsports from a young age. We talk about Vic’s racing background, how he ended up buying a drag strip in his 20s, and what it’s really like owning and operating one of the most well-known tracks in the country. Of course, we also get into the Christmas Tree Drags — including some friendly debate about Vic “cheating” — and plenty of stories you don’t usually hear from the track owner’s side.

She Owns the ONLY Drag Strip in Alaska - Michelle Lackey (Talkin' Shift EP 17) Dec 15, 2025

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This week on Talkin’ Shift, we’re joined by Michelle Lackey, the owner and operator of Alaska’s only drag strip. If you’ve seen racing in Alaska, chances are it’s happening at her track. We talk about what it’s really like running a drag strip in Alaska — from the unreal mountain views to the short racing season, weather challenges, logistics, and how it all compares to tracks in the lower 48. Michelle breaks down what makes Alaska racing unique and what it takes to keep the scene alive that far north.

Record After Record… World Cup Finals Was NEXT LEVEL (Talkin’ Shift EP 016) Nov 14, 2025

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The crew is back in the studio after one of the wildest weekends of the year — Import vs Domestic: World Cup Finals. We break down everything from record-setting passes and personal bests to the wrecks, oil-downs, and chaos that kept the track crew busy all weekend.

Billy the Kid on His VIRAL WHEELIE & How Street Racing Channel Started (Talkin’ Shift EP 015) Oct 31, 2025

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This week on Talkin’ Shift, we’re joined by Billy the Kid — racer, YouTuber, and creator of Street Racing Channel. You’ve seen him in the streets, at the track, and most recently going viral for that wild wheelstand at SCT Nashville. We talk about what led up to that run, how Street Racing Channel came to life, and the grind it took to go from working for $12/hr to going full-time on YouTube. From growing up in the racing scene to competing against names like Ryan Mitchell and racing at the fastest small-tire events, Billy shares what it’s really like living life wide open.

Racing Street Outlaws with a Subaru WRX, Off-roading, & MORE (Talkin Shift EP 14) Oct 12, 2025

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We’re back with another wild episode of Talkin’ Shift! This time we’re joined by two familiar faces — Jared “JROD” Holt and Shawn Abedi — both known for bringing imports into the spotlight on Street Outlaws. We dive into what it was really like racing their high-horsepower imports against the Outlaws’ big-power domestics, swap stories from JROD’s King of the Offroad event, and talk street racing, TX2K, and everything in between.

Street Outlaws & TX2K: JROD’s INSANE Racing Stories (Talkin’ Shift Ep. 013) Sep 21, 2025

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JROD (Jarod Holt) joins us for Episode 013 of the Talkin’ Shift Podcast! You’ve seen him on the 1320video channel countless times behind the wheel of one of the fastest Supras in the world. From racing on Street Outlaws to competing at some of the biggest Texas events like TX2K and Texas Invitational, JROD has been a staple in the racing scene for years.

He Turned Trucking Stories Into Millions of Views - Chris Fiffie (Talkin’ Shift Ep. 012) Sep 05, 2025

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This week on Talkin’ Shift, we’re joined by Chris Fiffie, the creator of Big Rig Videos. Chris has built a massive following with his unique approach to telling stories from the trucking world, especially through his signature “Rolling CB Interviews” where he sits down with drivers and captures their perspective from the cab.

One of the Most LEGENDARY Burnout Drivers in Australian History - LYNCHY (Talkin' Shift EP 11) Aug 22, 2025

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On this episode of Talkin’ Shift, we’re joined by Andrew Lynch — Australia’s reigning burnout champ who claimed the coveted Burnout Masters title at Summernats 36 in his LS-powered Corolla “LYNCHY.” After years of carving tire smoke on the burnout pad, he finally clinched the crown. We had a blast hearing his stories and learning what it takes to win the biggest burnout competition in the world.

The New 1200hp Corvette ZR1X is going to be NUTS, EV's + MORE! (Talkin' Shift EP 010) Jul 24, 2025

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The crew is back for Episode 010 of Talkin’ Shift! This week, we dive into Corvette’s new ZR1-X and debate which cars actually stack up as its competition. We even wander into unfamiliar territory for us—electric vehicles—as each of us picks the EV we’d actually buy (yeah, you read that right).

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