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Ep 26. DQs, Short Track Fights, F1 Wants GM & Not Andretti Oct 25, 2023

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Parker and Landon kick things off discussing the recent short track fights and questionable driving moves in late models. They cover the Truck Series disqualification at Homestead and Sam Mayer's emergence as a championship contender in Xfinity. Parker recaps his intense side-by-side racing and P7 finish against Dale Jr. in Xfinity. Shifting to Cup, the hosts talk Ryan Blaney's frustration with Denny Hamlin; calling him a "hack" after their on-track battle. Kyle Larson and Brad Sweet purchasing Tony Stewart's sprint car series is highlighted as well. In F1, Hamilton and Leclerc's cars were disqualified for plank wear violations. Landon explains why sprint races need real stakes to deliver excitement. To wrap up, Andretti's F1 bid being seemingly rejected on the grounds that F1 doesn't want Andretti, but is fine with GM.

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00:00 - Intro & PR Lap

04:20 - Short Track Tempers, Is it Getting Out of Hand?

18:38 - Truck Series Review, DQs, Final 4 Set

26:55 - Xfinity Series, Dale Jr Fun, PK's Race, Herbst Speed

31:16 - Cup Series Shocks, JGR Woes and Triumphs

37:24 - NASCAR Beating F1 in Ratings

38:20 - Kyle Larson & Brad Sweet buy Tony Stewart's Sprint Car Series

41:11 - Formula E Fire in Testing

42:00 - F1 New American Points Scorer!!!!! USA!!!

43:02 - Parker Rants about Track Limits Again, Martin Brundle Weighs in

53:58 - DQs in Formula 1, Wood Plank Violations for HAM and LEC

58:43 - Sprint Races in F1, Why doesn't it work?

1:02:30 - Andretti Snubbed by FOM, According to AP

1:07:44 - Outro

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Ep 25. Lack of Star Power in NASCAR, Silly Season News, IMSA Beef Oct 19, 2023

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Parker and Landon dive into juicy NASCAR drama first, analyzing questionable strategy calls and lack of star power. Then it's off to the glitz and glam of Formula One, where celebrity investments like Patrick Mahomes are bringing shiny new attention. The excitement amps up with Petit Le Mans' electrifying finish between two cars battling for the GTP championship. Landon doles out insider tips for tackling Homestead, emphasizing tire management in qualifying and proper use of the high line. But debates heat up over hitting the wall - while Landon recommends not touching it, Parker plans to practice the risky move. Past eras of NASCAR drama and rivalries are revisited for their success in driving fan excitement.

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00:00 - Intro & PR Lap

15:30 - Lack of Star Power in NASCAR

15:57 - Landon Gets Ballooned

16:35 - Lack of Star Power in NASCAR cont.

39:04 - Marco Andretti to Drive for Spire in Trucks

39:42 - Herbst First Win, Sheldon Creed out at RCR

40:39 - Kyle Larson locks in Champ 4

44:58 - Ryan Blaney DQ and Rescinded? A NASCAR First?

46:20 - RFKs Set Backs at Vegas

48:22 - Truex Gambles at Vegas, Loses a Lot

48:57 - TV Numbers at Vegas Are Down

49:33 - Hocevar in at Spire, JHN Replaces Hocevar at Homestead

50:10 - Hendrick Cars insists ROI with Kyle Larson Sponsorship

55:42 - TV, NFL Stars buy into Alpine F1

59:17 - Lance Stroll Stuck in Vacation Mode

1:00:00 - Perez Needs to Finish 2nd in Championship, Rumors Claim

1:02:10 - IMSA Brawl at Petit Le Man

1:04:30 - Producer Josh Did his Timestamps lol

1:04:57 - Landon's Advice to PK for Homestead Qualifying

1:07:40 - Running the Wall at Homestead

1:15:00 - Outro

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Ep 24. Track Limits Suck, AJ's Prowess, Xfinity Playoffs Exit, Cockpit Temps Oct 11, 2023

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Landon and Parker return to break down Parker's playoffs exit and what he could have done differently. Landon also shares his experience running into a fan in New York. The duo move the discussion towards the cup series, detailing how AJ is so good at road courses, breaking down corner cutting rules, and checking in on their playoff brackets. Parker shares his experience being a fan for the cup race, specifically the restroom situation. Auto Club speedway has construction signs appear, signaling that something is happening on the stalled project.

The discussion turns towards Formula 1, where the Qatar weekend exposed how on the edge the drivers were, and how the heat nearly pushed the drivers off the edge. Teammates get connected and one receives a 5 figure fine. McLaren breaks a record in Qatar and sets the fastest pit stop EVER. Finally, Parker gets on his soapbox where he proudly declares his stance on track limits, and how the FIA president agrees to an extent with Parker. Producer Josh locates another meaningless points hypothetical to annoy Landon, diving into how dominate Max Verstappen is and how Red Bull could be Constructors Championship leaders without Perez.

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00:00 - Intro & PR Lap

03:33 - Xfinity Series Recap, PARKER ELIMINATED FROM PLAYOFFS, His Thoughts

12:00 - Why is AJ so good? Part 1

14:30 - Sam Mayer executes exceptionally at the Roval

16:00 - Cup Series Recap, Why is AJ so Good? Part 2

23:55 - NASCAR Cutting Corner Rule; Is it too much?

29:10 - Cup Series Playoffs; Reviewing Our Brackets

30:50 - Parker is a Fan for a Day; Not a Fan of the Bathrooms

36:30 - Ricky Stenhouse catches on Fire in front of Parker

40:18 - Auto Club Speedway has Construction Activity

46:15 - Formula 1 Drivers Suffer Heat Stroke

55:31 - Lewis and George Collide on Lap 1

57:28 - McLaren has the Fastest Stop In History!

59:20 - TRACK LIMITS ARE AWFUL AND THEY SHOULD BE ABOLISHED!

1:11:38 - F1 Constructors Points if Sergio Perez Did not Exist

1:14:34 - Outro

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Ep 23. Parker's Near Wins, Crafton Sanchez Fight Breakdown, Andretti F1 Bid Partially Approved Oct 04, 2023

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Landon and Parker return from a week hiatus, filled with all sorts of hijinks. Parker nearly wins two races in his off time, Producer Josh goes off and gets engaged to his lady, and who knows what Landon was up to in his free time! The team breakdown Parker's pace at Texas, deconstructing PK's moves into Turn 3 at Texas to figure out how he could have won the race. The attention then turns to Parker's Talladega Truck performance, in a new chassis built specifically for superspeedways. Next, the duo focuses on the good, the bad, and the ugly of the Matt Crafton and Nick Sanchez post race scuffle that resulted in fines and some facial bleeding. Xfinity driver moves are discussed, where the idea of Confidence as a Driver being one of the factors that can move a driver from being good to being great.

The team takes a look into Harvick's DQ and the Cup series making a trek to Landon's home turf of Iowa for 2024. They then dive into another major move from Spire, as they purchased KBM for quite a bit of cash. They turn their attention to Andretti's F1 bid, which has finally been approved by the FIA. What does this mean for the next step as it faces it's biggest road block, the FOM and other F1 Teams. The attention is now on Formula E as it has made a rather bold claim as the 4th biggest motorsport in the world, surpassing NASCAR.

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00:00 - Intro & PR Lap (Producer Josh Got Engaged!)

10:04 - Parker and Landon Break Down PKs Near Wins

38:40 - Matt Crafton and Nick Sanchez Scuffle, Fines Issued

51:53 - Xfinity Series News, Drivers in New Rides

52:56 - Cup Series Recap

54:17 - Confidence as a Driver, Elevating Drivers to Legends

1:02:12 - Harvick's DQ, Is NASCAR the only sport that celebrates cheating?

1:05:00 - Montreal Deal Falls Thru, NASCAR goes to Iowa, What to Expect?

1:12:00 - Thoughts on Cup Playoffs going into the Roval

1:13:32 - Spire Purchases Kyle Busch Motorsports

1:19:37 - FIA Approves Andretti's F1 Bid, Next Step FOM

1:25:21 - Formula Declares itself larger than NASCAR, Now 4th in the World

1:27:52 - Outro (PK Discusses Plans for the Roval)

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Ep 22. $40m Charters and NASCAR's Broken Ownership Model, Singapore GP is #1, Fixing Bristol Sep 20, 2023

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Parker and Landon breakdown the business model of NASCAR, dissecting if the Charter System is turning into a speculative market bubble and if the overall business model is currently broken. They compare it to other potential investments and follow the trends of sold charters to see how charters have changed in value to other investments. They then turn their attention the Truck Series, where Matty D is left without a ride for the final three races of the year. Parker and Landon come to the realization that there are far too many spooky similarities in Parker's season to Landon's 2022 efforts.

The Duo turns their attention the Cup Series, sharing the shock exits of two major Ford drivers and the idea that RFK could be the premiere Ford team in the future. Landon then sends his CV off to become a NASCAR Mexico series driver after news is shared that they are accompanying the Cup Series at the Clash at the Coliseum next year. Parker shares his excitement over the best Formula 1 race in "over a year and a half" due to the Red Bull team missing the mark all weekend, and promoting the midfield battle to the lead battle. Closing the episode off, PK and LC rapid fire through stories of being slow to win, MotoGP having potential VISA issues, TV Ratings, and how they plan to fix Bristol.

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00:00 - Are Charters Over Inflated, Is the NASCAR Business Model Broken?

30:50 - PR Lap

31:30 - F1 Team Money Takeaway

32:55 - Truck Series News: Matty D Out, Tame Race at Bristol

35:41 - Parker is Reliving Landon's Last Season, Also had a Bad Day at Bristol

43:20 - Cup Series Recap: Hamlin Wins, Unexpected Eliminations, RFK on the Rise

52:35 - NASCAR Mexico Racing at LA Coliseum, Landon Applies for a Ride

54:35 - The Best Weekend in Formula 1 in a while!

1:01:25 - PK and LC Share Stories of Going Slower to Win

1:08:53 - MotoGP Weekend in India having VISA issues

1:09:22 - SRX and iRacing Announce Partnership

1:09:37 - TV Ratings, Fixing Bristol!

1:15:19 - Outro

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Ep 21. PK Podcastin' in the Playoffs, Kansas Recap, IndyCar Clashes, F1 Drama Sep 13, 2023

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The excitement gears up right from the start as Parker fulfills a long-standing promise by joining Cameo, much to the delight of fans. Adding to the festivities, the duo shares the exhilaration of receiving a notable shout-out from Denny Hamlin on his podcast. As they dive deeper, the conversation shifts to the epic finish at the Truck Series, where Christian Eckes clinches a heart-stopping victory. Without losing momentum, Parker recounts his impressive rally through a series of 10 races, triumphantly securing a spot in the Xfinity series playoffs over Riley Herbst - a journey interspersed with light-hearted banters and a slight disagreement over one of Parker's 'meaningless' statistics. The excitement doesn't end there, as they delve into the nitty-gritty of the cup race, analyzing the tire issues that haunted playoff drivers and put Truex in a precarious position.

In the second leg of this thrilling journey, Parker and Landon guide listeners through the high-stakes world of motorsports, with Reddick and Denny showcasing strong runs and potential strategies for future victories. But it's not all pedal to the metal; the team pauses to dissect the rationale behind reintroducing stage breaks to road courses. They then shift gears to discuss the chaos that ensued in a recent IndyCar race, marked by an unprecedented eight cautions and a pace car needing an unexpected fuel stop. As the discussion transitions to F1 dynamics, the spotlight falls on the upcoming Concorde agreement discussions, with Liberty Media's CEO showcasing an optimistic outlook. Listeners are also treated to an exclusive snippet from Lando Norris, who shares the impact of F1's physical demands on his golf game. Meanwhile, the Mercedes team is in the lab, finally figures out its need 5 tenths to stand toe-to-toe with Red Bull. Approaching the finish line, Parker shares his aspirations and strategy for the first round of the playoffs.

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00:00 - Intro & PR Lap

07:41 - Truck Series Recap & Ryan Vargas Goes International

15:31 - Parker advances to the Playoffs!

30:20 - Cup Series Tire Troubles, Truex in Peril, Denny is Fast, 23XI Wins

47:48 - Stage Race Breaks are Back at Road Courses, sadly

1:00:50 - IndyCar Caution Chaos, Pace Car Pit Stop

1:04:25 - F1 Rights Negotiations, Lando has Back Pain, Merc needs speed

1:13:40 - Outro

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Ep 20. PK's Late Race Wreck, Avoidable Contact, & Red Bull Line-Up Rumors Sep 06, 2023

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The roller-coaster ride begins with a vivid recounting of Parker's heart-stopping crash with Sam Mayer, putting his playoff dreams on a thin line. Landon isn't just a spectator in this tale, offering a unique angle on the Mayer-Kligerman clash, setting the stage for a rich and deep conversation that fans are bound to appreciate. The festivities continue as Parker finally honors his vow of making an appearance on Cameo, a delightful moment that marks the podcast reaching a milestone of 100 reviews on Apple, sprinkling a bit of light-hearted fun amid the fervent discussions that populate this episode.

The energy shifts gears as the duo dissect the tension-filled Suarez and Bowman incident, navigating the intricate details that escalated the situation, and aren't afraid to assign blame where it's due. The hosts then pivot to dissect Denny Hamlin's promising contract renewal, touching on its potential ripple effect on the future of 23XI. The dynamic duo shares their take on Verstappen's historical achievement and the swirling rumors about a potential seismic shift involving Perez and Norris. As they steer towards the end, a snapshot of the evolving IndyCar landscape is presented, including Palou's championship clinch and heart-to-heart on why he bid goodbye to his McLaren contract. Before the checkered flag waves, listeners are treated to a rapid-fire round of updates from the realms of Andretti Autosport and Formula E, rounding up an episode that is nothing short of a full-throttle adventure.

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00:00 - Intro

01:17 - PR Lap

04:26 - PK Gets a Cameo

06:32 - PK Recaps his Xfinity Race

07:50 - Mayer and Kligerman Run-In Discussion

09:48 - Landon's Thoughts

13:20 - A look at the bigger picture

17:31 - Cup Series Recap

19:50 - Suarez v Bowman

22:45 - Reddick Pit Entry Confusion, Harvick Get's Screwed

26:41 - Hamlin Signs with JGR

31:20 - Hocevar Impresses Us

31:57 - F1 Recap

33:55 - Red Bull Line-Up Shake Up, Norris In for Perez Rumor

35:32 - Palou Discusses No Real Chance at F1, No IndyCar to F1 Ladder?

41:03 - Andretti Autosport Rebrand to Andretti Global

44:40 - Simon Pagenaud replaced by Rosenqvist at Meyer Shank Racing

44:55 - Formula E to continue to use Road Tires, no slicks til at least 2030

45:15 - Kansas Preview

51:08 - Outro

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Ep 19. Safety Advancements, F1's Wet and Wild Weekend, Parker's Weird Race, Playoff Predictions Aug 31, 2023

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Parker gears up with exhilarating news as he re-signs with Big Machine Racing for 2024, while Landon cruises in for a cheeky reminder about Cameo. F1 splashes into the spotlight with a wild wet weekend, and further intrigue follows as the federation puts the brakes on flexible wings. Elsewhere in the electric world, Formula E sparks excitement with their 2024 pit stops overhaul!

IndyCar zooms into the conversation, celebrating their highest viewership in a decade and a half, while Parker gives us a wild insight into the bizarreness of the recent Xfinity race. They peel back the layers on safety, discussing jaw-dropping wrecks involving the Ryans - Blaney and Preece. But that's not all! Tune in for scorching updates on RFK's hot streak, Kurt Busch's retirement lap, and the juicy details on Majeski's penalty. Plus, don't miss Producer Josh's entrance as the duo finally lift the hood on their playoff brackets and championship predictions!

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Ep 18. GMS Shuttering Truck Teams, NASCAR's Watkins Glen Woes, Miata's at Martinsville Aug 24, 2023

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From Parker's heart-pounding escapades at Watkins Glen to the suspense of Denny Hamlin's potentially rocky road ahead at JGR, this episode is jam-packed with twists and turns. The duo pulls no punches, delving into the GMS's shock decision to shut down its truck operations and pondering the magical cocktail of elements that made Xfinity at Watkins Glen such a spectacle. A moment of controversy emerges when NASCAR admits to a restart error affecting our very own Parker!

But wait, there's more rubber-burning goodness to unpack. Race into the world of entertainment as NASCAR gears up to take the Netflix scene by storm with a docuseries, and over at Disney Plus, an F1 special on Brawn GP takes center stage, produced by none other than Keanu Reeves. The racetrack reverberates with alliances as Penske and AJ Foyt forge a technical bond in IndyCar, while Formula 1 gears up for some heated discussions post-summer break. Meanwhile, the electric buzz isn't just about Formula E - a new Electric Hypercar Series is on the horizon. And who'd think that an iRacing streamer might pave the way for the Mazda MX-5 Cup at Martinsville?

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Bonus Ep. Exclusive Interview with the Formula E CEO - Jeff Dodds Aug 17, 2023

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This week, Parker and Landon are joined by none other than Formula E's powerhouse CEO, Jeff Dodds, and it's an electric ride from start to finish. Ever wondered what it's like to steer the ship of a global racing series? Jeff gives us an inside look at his whirlwind first 100 days at the helm, revealing the challenges, the triumphs, and those moments that left an indelible mark.

Together, they rev up a discussion that ranges from the philosophy that guides Formula E's trajectory, to the intriguing profile of a standard Formula E aficionado. Jeff candidly addresses the tightrope walk of managing fluctuations in Manufacturer support and how independent teams keep pace in an OEM-heavy series. The trio then shifts gears to delve into the financial dynamics of the sport, probing into cost containment and the balance between speed and sensational racing.

Things get sonorous as they discuss the unique sound of Formula E cars and Jeff's perspective on Landon's hope in transitioning from another racing discipline. Ever heard of Peloton-style racing? Get Jeff's electrifying take on it! The chat wraps up with a glimpse into the future, as Jeff imagines his dream Formula E a decade down the line and shares his stance on street versus permanent courses. It's a charged conversation you don't want to miss!

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00:00 - Intro

01:20 - What is has been like in his first 100 days as the CEO, what stands out to him?

04:46 - Current State of Formula E and what is his guiding light in his philosophy of running Formula E?

08:18 - What is the prototypical Formula E fan?

10:30 - How he manages fluctuations in Manufacturer support in the series?

14:08 - How do independent teams managing in a OEM heavy series?

16:28 - How does he feel cost containment and overall racing budget is going?

20:05 - How does he feel the balance of speed vs good racing is currently?

27:05 - What is his thoughts on the sounds of the formula E cars?

32:03 - What is needed to transition from another disciple to Formula E?