The Money Lap

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S4E9: Kyle Busch VS Denny Hamlin! Are racecar drivers athletes? Apr 23, 2026

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Parker Kligerman is joined by AJ Henderson, and Producer Joshua Mendoza, filling in for Landon Cassill. The trio covers recent NASCAR news, including Ty Gibbs' first Cup win, Tyler Reddick's strong season, and the Denny Hamlin-Kyle Busch feud. They also discuss the Xfinity Series' identity, Talladega stage length changes, NASCAR's rising TV ratings, and Formula 1's regulation struggles. The episode wraps up with a fun Q&A session, offering candid, insider perspectives blended with humor throughout. Leave us a voicemail! https://moneylap.com Or email us! friends@themoneylap.com Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 5:49 Bristol & Kansas Recap 8:35 Denny Hamlin Vs Kyle Busch Media Feud 15:54 Hendrick Chevys VS everyone else 20:02 Talladega Stage Length Shakeup 23:09 O'Reilly Series Ratings Continue to Dominate 24:57 Carson Kvapil's Kansas Flip 33:29 The Future of the O'Reilly Series car 44:13 Is F1's disastrous car fixed? 48:37 Even when Palou doesn't dominate, he wins 50:18 Landon and Parkers eNASCAR Team Update 53:02 PR Lap 56:46 AJ asks Parker burning Motorsport Questions 1:17:40 Outro (Timestamps are a rough timing and may require a little scrubbing to find the start of the topic) With over 2400 unique products currently in stock, Spoiler Diecast boasts one of the largest inventories in the industry. We are NASCAR focused, offering a wide range of diecast and apparel options. But that's not all. We've expanded our catalog to include diecast for dirt/sprint cars, Indycar, and F1. As passionate racing fans ourselves, we're constantly growing our offerings to cater to different forms of racing. Use promo code "moneylap" for free shipping. https://www.spoilerdiecast.com/ The Money Lap is the ultimate motorsport show (not a podcast) with Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill professional racecar drivers and hilarious hosts taking you through the world of motorsports. Covering NASCAR, F1, Indycar, and more, they'll provide the scoop, gossip, laughs, and stories from the racing biz. Make sure to subscribe, review and follow us for the coolest stuff in motorsports https://www.instagram.com/themoneylap https://x.com/themoneylap https://www.tiktok.com/@themoneylap Copyright Pixel Racing, LLC 2026

S4E8: Why Was Cleetus McFarland DENIED for Talladega? Did Sawalich take too long to win? Apr 09, 2026

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Parker and Landon gear up for Bristol while diving into the latest NASCAR news, including the ongoing JGR vs. Chris Gabehart lawsuit, charter system changes following Rob Kaufman's departure, and Legacy Motor Club's latest executive hire. They recap the O'Reilly Series race at Rockingham, debate Cletus McFarland's O'Reilly Series debut, and discuss Corey Heim's continued Truck Series dominance. F1 gets a quick hit too, covering Alpine's sabotage denial and the incident caused by the battery regulations.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

05:36 - JGR vs. Capehart Lawsuit Update

06:42 - Rob Kaufman Steps Down from RTA

14:54 - Legacy Motor Club’s Executive Hires & Hospitality

19:44 - O’Reilly Series Rockingham Recap

21:49 - Young Drivers & Expectations for First Win

30:10 - Rajah Caruth vs. Jesse Love Rivalry

36:56 - Dash 4 Cash & Allgaier’s Earnings

37:53 - NASCAR Hall of Fame Criteria Debate (Part 2)

42:38 - Content Creators in NASCAR & Cletus McFarland’s Debut

55:49 - Truck Series: Corey Heim’s Dominance

58:16 - Formula 1: Alpine Sabotage Claims & FIA Rule Changes

1:00:17 - F1 Electrification Review

1:01:33 - PR Lap

1:08:30 - Outro

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With over 2400 unique products currently in stock, Spoiler Diecast boasts one of the largest inventories in the industry. We are NASCAR focused, offering a wide range of diecast and apparel options. But that's not all. We've expanded our catalog to include diecast for dirt/sprint cars, Indycar, and F1. As passionate racing fans ourselves, we're constantly growing our offerings to cater to different forms of racing. Use promo code "moneylap" for free shipping for orders over $20. https://www.spoilerdiecast.com/

S4E7: Why do drivers expect an apology? Did Hocevar deserve to be wrecked? Landon Sells Parker a Car? Apr 02, 2026

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In this episode, Parker and Landon recap a busy week in motorsports, breaking down Chase Elliott's strategy-driven win at Martinsville, Justin Allgaier's dominant O'Reilly Series victory, and Kimi Antonelli's F1 win at Suzuka amid growing controversy over ERS rules. The guys also dive into racing's culture of apologies and on-track aggression, sharing some great personal stories. Throw in some IndyCar talk, Truck Series driver moves, Christian Horner's Alpine bid, and Landon's hunt for a Land Rover LR4, and it's another packed episode.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - April 1st Intro

02:49 - Car Shopping & Land Rover LR4 Talk

09:04 - Transition to Motorsports Topics

09:25 - NASCAR Martinsville Cup Race Recap

12:11 - Martinsville Race Strategy & Track Conditions

15:16 - Driver Performance & Points Standings

22:38 - AJ Allmendinger & Other Notable Drivers

24:43 - Casey Mears' 500th Start & Career Stats

30:32 - O'Reilly Series Martinsville Recap

33:35 - Restarts & Driver Experience

37:58 - Jesse Love vs. Rajah Caruth: Apologies in Racing

46:09 - Landon's Bobby Hamilton Story & Apology Philosophy

52:13 - Professionalism & Aggression in Racing

55:37 - Ryan Blaney/Denny Hamlin Example

57:46 - Cletus McFarland's O'Reilly Series Debut

1:01:31 - Truck Series Driver Changes

1:03:15 - F1 Suzuka Recap & Regulation Controversy

1:05:59 - F1 Team Ownership Rumors

1:07:00 - IndyCar Barber Recap

1:08:04 - PR Lap

1:11:51 - Outro

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S4E6: Should the NASCAR Hall of Fame be Cup Only? Why are we comparing Carson to Earnhardt? Darius Rucker joins Legacy Motor Club Mar 27, 2026

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Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill kick off this episode with a discussion around Tyler Reddick’s dominant run and RCR’s surprising struggles. They debate the value of driver comparisons, the realities of team dominance, and what truly defines a NASCAR Hall of Famer—arguing for broader recognition beyond Cup wins. The hosts also explore innovative driver rating systems, touch on F1 and IndyCar news

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

02:49 - NASCAR: Tyler Reddick’s Hot Streak

04:41 - Satellite Teams & JGR Affiliates

06:10 - RCR’s Struggles & Chevy Parity

08:22 - Galaxie App & Driver Rating Systems

17:47 - Carson Hocevar Comparisons & Team Choices

20:24 - NASCAR’s Powerhouse Teams & Parity

23:39 - Long-Term Contracts & Career Strategy

25:45 - Championship Opportunities & Team Size

29:03 - Hall of Fame Criteria: Cup vs. All NASCAR

42:16 - Darius Rucker Joins Legacy Motor Club

44:12 - F1/IndyCar News: Schedule Changes & Team Moves

47:05 - Race Picks

52:20 - Outro

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S4E5: Hendrick with better aero than other Chevy's? Do teams hide their real setups from teammates? Is it REALLY Denny's Year? Mar 17, 2026

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Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill break down a packed motorsports weekend, covering everything from NASCAR’s Cup and Xfinity races to IndyCar’s wild Arlington GP and F1’s China Grand Prix. They debate the best race of the weekend, analyze technical disparities between teams, and dive into the complexities of driver relationships and data sharing. The hosts also vent about F1’s frustrating energy management rules, share personal racing anecdotes, and preview upcoming events.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro/We Watch Highlights

05:06 - Weekend Motorsports Overview

05:52 - Race Quality & Series Summaries

08:39 - Cup Race: Chase Elliott & Denny Hamlin

09:27 - Cup Race Highlight: Shane van Gisbergen Save

11:44 - Hendrick Chevy Aero Advantage

21:55 - Denny Hamlin’s Championship Prospects

24:20 - 23XI Racing’s Strong Start & Team Dynamics

25:14 - Chastain vs. Suarez Pit Road Altercation

28:31 - Teammate Rivalries in NASCAR vs. Other Sports

34:17 - O’Reilly Race Recap: Larson’s Win

37:39 - Sheldon Creed vs. Taylor Gray Incident

41:57 - Upcoming Races & Points Discussion

46:42 - IndyCar Arlington GP Recap

48:31 - IndyCar’s Rough Street Courses vs. F1

51:36 - Formula 1 China GP & Sprint Race

54:08 - F1 Regulation Frustrations & McLaren’s Struggles

1:02:15 - Listener Comments

1:07:07 - Race Picks & Outro

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S4E4: SVG is Flying on Ovals, Horsepower has saved Short Tracks, F1 Manufacturers ruined the racing? Mar 10, 2026

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Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill break down the latest in NASCAR and IndyCar, focusing on the impact of increased horsepower and tire wear in the Phoenix Cup race, Ryan Blaney’s strategic win, and the evolving points system’s pressure on teams. They debate the merits of a formal NASCAR licensing system, discuss the influence of manufacturers and hybrid tech in F1, and celebrate IndyCar’s bold new DC street race.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

02:02 - NASCAR Phoenix Recap & Horsepower Discussion

05:29 - Tire Wear, Race Dynamics, and Blaney’s Win

11:12 - Corey Day, Young Driver Jealousy & Industry Dynamics

15:31 - SVG’s Performance & Early Season Points Importance

16:20 - Points System Impact on Viewership Engagement

27:02 - Minor League Hockey Marketing Tangent

28:01 - O’Reilly Series Recap & Austin Hill Interview

30:55 - NASCAR Entry & Licensing Debate (Round 2)

35:57 - Proposed NASCAR Licensing System

44:14 - Challenges & Incentives for Implementing Licensing

49:38 - Legal & Antitrust Concerns with Licensing

51:23 - Where Should Licensing Start?

53:11 - Joe Gibbs Racing Private Investigator Story

54:47 - F1 2026 Rules & Qualifying Observations

56:19 - F1 Race Analysis & Manufacturer Influence

1:01:40 - OEMs’ Power in Motorsports

1:06:28 - Should Racing Be About Speed or Technology?

1:07:48 - Fan Demand vs. Manufacturer Marketing

1:12:13 - Motorsports’ Environmental Role & Entertainment Value

1:14:26 - F1 Car Performance & Cadillac’s Struggles

1:17:32 - IndyCar Phoenix Recap & Freedom 250 Announcement

1:19:13 - Freedom 250 Track Layout & Free Admission

1:22:04 - Arlington GP & IndyCar Qualifying Format

1:23:30 - Weekend Picks: NASCAR, IndyCar, F1

1:27:25 - Listener Questions & Show Wrap-Up

1:29:01 - Outro

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S4E3: Carson Hocevar Doesn't Need to Change, Atlanta is the new king of NASCAR, and Ross shows the field how to stop Austin Hill Feb 25, 2026

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Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill dive into the latest in motorsports, discussing the revival of Speed Channel as a podcast, NASCAR’s new All-Star race format at Dover, and the growing importance of data security after a high-profile legal dispute between Joe Gibbs Racing and Spire Motorsports. They highlight emerging young talent like Keelan Harvick, analyze Tyler Reddick’s superspeedway wins, and celebrate the rise of authentic personalities such as Carson Hocevar. They also dive into the recent F1 test with Ferrari's unique approach to the post-DRS era.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

06:47 - New NASCAR All-Star Race Format at Dover

08:13 - All-Star Race Format Announced

12:42 - NASCAR Legal Drama: JGR vs. Chris Gabehart

20:18 - Keelan Harvick Signs with Toyota

22:05 - Tyler Reddick’s Super Speedway Wins

23:00 - Atlanta’s Rise as NASCAR’s Best Track

25:02 - Carson Hocevar: NASCAR’s New Disruptor

29:59 - The Value of Authenticity in NASCAR

37:33 - Carson Hocevar’s Sim Racing & Social Media

39:33 - O’Reilly Series: Ross Chastain vs. Austin Hill

43:21 - Sheldon Creed’s Breakthrough Win

44:17 - Truck Series Lacks a New Sponsor

45:07 - Atlanta TV Ratings & O’Reilly Series Growth

47:07 - SVG’s Dominance at COTA & Road Course Odds

48:26 - Connor Zilisch’s Cup Series Challenge

50:16 - Formula 1: Ferrari’s Upside-Down Rear Wing

52:29 - Aston Martin’s Struggles & Alonso’s Bad Luck

54:08 - Open Wheel News & Race Picks

57:14 - Outro

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S4E2: Austin Hill has reached Intimidator status, fixing NASCAR license system, and solving fuel mileage racing at the Daytona 500 Feb 19, 2026

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Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill break down the Daytona weekend, dissecting fuel-saving strategies, pack racing dynamics, and Austin Hill’s superspeedway dominance. They debate NASCAR’s points system, the evolving Cup car package, and the impact of handling versus drag. The hosts also pitch a more objective licensing system for driver progression and touch on Formula 1’s 2026 e-fuel regulations.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

05:29 - Daytona Weekend Recap: Truck Series

07:12 - Handling at Daytona & O’Reilly Series

08:05 - Memorable Daytona 500 Weekend

10:51 - Fuel Saving & Pack Racing in Cup Series

15:21 - Drag, Downforce, and Racing Incentives

19:44 - Evolution of Fuel Saving Strategies

29:08 - Potential Solutions with Points Distribution

33:01 - Driver Licensing System Debate

40:26 - Team Resistance to Licensing Reform

45:04 - Licensing System Pros & Cons

48:30 - Daytona 500 Weekend Vibes & Attendance

49:59 - Tallest Owner, Shortest Driver

52:15 - Race Control & Caution Calls

56:27 - Points Racing & Playoff Implications

58:58 - Kyle Busch’s High IQ Move

1:01:35 - O’Reilly Series: Beating Austin Hill

1:07:19 - Mental Edge & Superspeedway Psychology

1:11:52 - F1 2026 Regulations & Driver Reactions

1:18:32 - E-Fuels & F1’s Sustainable Future

1:21:03 - Race Picks for Atlanta

1:24:00 - Outro

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S4E1: Is the Chase NASCAR's Silver Bullet? Parker's Plea for 1000HP at Daytona and Cadillac F1 has already disappointed Parker. Feb 12, 2026

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Season four of The Money Lap kicks off with Parker, Landon, and Josh diving into NASCAR’s new Chase format, Daytona 500 qualifying drama, and the challenges of social media visibility for motorsports. They debate the impact of algorithm-driven content, discuss major contract news, and preview the season’s biggest storylines—including free agency and new technical rules in F1.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

04:46 - Social Media Algorithms & NASCAR Visibility

11:29 - End-of-Season Burnout & Offseason Vibes

13:04 - Viral Tweets & Social Media Breaks

16:01 - Travel Mishaps & Customer Service

19:08 - Offseason Recap & Daytona 500 Qualifying

21:00 - Daytona 500 Qualifying Format Gripe

22:32 - Unrestricted Qualifying Dream & Team Finances

26:11 - Daytona 500 Open Field & Qualifying Spots

30:12 - Jimmie Johnson’s Provisional & Purse Discussion

33:33 - Carson Hocevar’s Long-Term Contract

35:07 - NASCAR Chase Format Returns

42:00 - Crown Jewel Races & Playoff Implications

43:52 - Early Season Wins & Consistency

46:02 - Rivalries & Points System Impact

51:36 - 2026 Free Agency Bonanza

52:56 - Kyle Busch’s Value & Potential Moves

56:29 - Spire’s Strategy & Team Building

58:14 - NASCAR O’Reilly Series Growth & Alliances

1:01:04 - Midfield Investment & Series Health

1:02:55 - Formula 1: Ferrari Fandom & Hamilton Rumors

1:04:15 - F1 2026 Regulations & Red Bull Speed

1:05:13 - Car Size Changes & F1 Visuals

1:06:58 - Mercedes Engine Controversy

1:08:03 - Cadillac’s F1 Debut & Livery Critique

1:10:07 - Active Aero & X-Mode in F1

1:11:22 - F1 Testing Results & IndyCar DC Race

1:12:30 - NASCAR vs. IndyCar Street Races

1:13:32 - Jenson Button Retirement & St. Pete Truck Race

1:14:12 - Hosts’ 2026 Championship & Daytona Picks

1:18:14 - Outro

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S3E42: Listener Q&A, Lawsuit is Settled, F1 Championship, and 2025 Retrospective/2026 Predictions Dec 18, 2025

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In the final Money Lap episode of 2025, Parker and Landon mix humor with deep motorsports insight, breaking down the landmark NASCAR lawsuit settlement and its ripple effects on charters, team finances, and the future of the sport. They recap standout moments across NASCAR, F1, and endurance racing, debate driver moves, answer fan questions, and share candid stories about life as pro racers.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

05:01 - Holiday Plans & Personal Updates

05:40 - NASCAR Lawsuit Settlement Overview

07:57 - Denny Hamlin’s Role & Team Owner Relationships

12:03 - Settlement Details & Revenue Sharing

27:00 - Budget Cap Discussion & F1 Parallels

31:04 - Post-Settlement Team Strategies

35:03 - Lingering Lawsuit Effects & Team Stability

37:15 - Media Rights Future & Fan Sentiment

39:24 - Evergreen Charters & Market Value

42:33 - Charter Sale Speculation

44:30 - Smaller Teams’ Future & Affiliate Partnerships

45:37 - Rolex 24 & F1 Season Recap

47:29 - F1 Storylines & Driver Performances

49:26 - F1 Offseason News & Personnel Changes

52:52 - IndyCar & FIA Collaboration

53:59 - Toyota GT Racing & Year-End Retrospective

54:50 - Rapid-Fire Awards: Underrated Drives & Surprises

59:14 - Biggest Drop-Offs & Surges

1:04:09 - 2025 Championship Predictions

1:09:10 - Scorecard: Drivers in New Places

1:12:22 - Looking Ahead: 2025 Moves & Playoff Predictions

1:13:29 - Colton Herta’s F2 Challenge

1:15:12 - Listener Q&A

1:36:45 - Outro

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