The Money Lap

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S3E41: The court is in session, we analyze the news coming out. Formula 1 in a 3 way battle for the championship. Dec 03, 2025

Show notes

Parker and Landon return to break down the opening days of the high-profile NASCAR lawsuit between 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports, and NASCAR. They share insider stories from the courtroom, react to financial disclosures—including driver salaries and team losses—and debate the economics of running a NASCAR team. The hosts discuss the challenges of sponsorship, rising costs with the Next Gen car, and the ongoing struggle for teams to turn a profit. They also touch on the F1 championship battle and the controversial V8 Supercars finale.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

07:50 - NASCAR Lawsuit Overview & Jury Selection

09:48 - Jury Duty Logistics & Opening Arguments Analysis

13:08 - Testimony Highlights: Denny Hamlin & Bob Jenkins

14:17 - Jury Sequestration Clarification

15:04 - Denny Hamlin’s Testimony & Public Perception

18:31 - Driver Salaries & Relevance to Lawsuit

21:01 - Team Financials & Charter System Economics

24:50 - Next Gen Car Costs & Team Spending

28:17 - Nature of Racing Team Economics

33:47 - Cost Cap Debate & F1 Comparison

39:21 - NASCAR’s Monopoly & Teams’ Options

43:31 - NASCAR Internal Emails & Revenue Split

45:34 - Day Two Trial Update & Legal Proceedings

48:00 - Denny Hamlin’s “Zingers” & Charter Agreement

49:43 - Sponsorship Models & Team Risk

55:10 - Prize Money Structure & Utopian Economics

58:41 - NASCAR’s Business Model & Team Survival

1:00:56 - NASCAR’s Rulemaking Power & Team Expenses

1:06:39 - Xfinity & Lower Series Economics

1:08:13 - Cost Cap History in NASCAR

1:08:56 - Formula 1 Championship Preview

1:11:22 - Australian Supercars Finale Recap

1:12:49 - Listener Q&A & Show Wrap-Up

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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.

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S3E40: The Death of the One Race Finale, Why Larson Won and Why Denny Lost, Lower Series Champions Show True Colors Nov 06, 2025

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Parker and Landon break down NASCAR’s championship weekend, spotlighting Corey Heim’s dominant Truck Series title and Jesse Love’s Xfinity triumph. They dig into the pressure, strategy, and pit crew heroics that shaped the finales, plus the heartbreak for contenders like Connor Zilisch. The hosts analyze key Cup Series moments, including Denny Hamlin’s near-miss and Kyle Larson’s championship drive, while also debating NASCAR’s playoff format, TV ratings, and upcoming rule changes. They wrap up with insights on the charter system lawsuit, listener feedback, and a preview of their next Q&A episode.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

04:10 - NASCAR Championship Weekend Overview

05:14 - Corey Heim’s Truck Series Championship

07:21 - Jesse Love’s Xfinity Series Championship

20:11 - Truck Series Race Decisions & Late-Race Restarts

23:15 - Xfinity Points, Licensing, and Rule Changes

25:14 - Age Limits & Series Integrity Debate

29:18 - Denny Hamlin’s Heartbreak & Cup Race Recap

32:35 - Pit Stop Strategy & Lost Championship

44:07 - Hendrick Crew Chief Lineage & Leadership

50:19 - Restart Breakdown & Larson’s Win

53:13 - Race Winner Overshadowed & Broadcast Choices

57:23 - Parity, Team Dominance & Denny’s Future

1:00:18 - Overtime Rules & Format Critique

1:04:03 - TV Ratings, Viewership Trends & Media Deals

1:09:06 - NASCAR Antitrust Lawsuit Update

1:14:11 - Podcast Schedule & Listener Q&A Plans

1:16:36 - Outro

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S3E39: Insane $1.7 BILLION NASCAR Financial Insights! F1 Safety Concerns? NASCAR Season Finale Preview! Oct 30, 2025

Show notes

In this episode, Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill kick things off with a lively discussion about the rise of humanoid robots like Neo, weighing their potential uses, privacy concerns, and implications for businesses and daily life. The conversation then shifts to NASCAR’s ongoing legal battles, new charter agreements, and recently revealed financials, offering insights into team economics and revenue sharing. The hosts also break down the evolving influence of manufacturers, the impact on competition, and reflect on recent and upcoming NASCAR and Xfinity Series news, all while keeping the tone casual, insightful, and full of motorsports banter.

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Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro + Robots?

08:54 - NASCAR Legal Battles and Charter System

12:01 - NASCAR Financials and Revenue Breakdown

16:27 - NASCAR Team Economics and Sponsorship

20:20 - Charter Transfer Rules and Team Protections

23:11 - France Family and NASCAR Ownership Structure

24:17 - NASCAR Championship Format Debate

27:57 - OEM Power and Race Manipulation in NASCAR

39:15 - Wind Tunnel Testing and OEM Consolidation

48:40 - Xfinity Series Memories and Sponsorship Payouts

55:07 - O'Reilly Series Transition and Team Changes

1:01:13 - Truck Series Playoff Standings and Predictions

1:02:50 - F1 Race Recap and Safety Concerns

1:08:27 - Global Motorsports: Supercars and International Races

1:12:27 - Phoenix Championship Picks and Season Predictions

1:24:01 - Kyle Busch Investment Scandal

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S3E38: Why does the field keep letting Hill win? Could Ford be absent for Championship weekend? Suarez to Spire in 2026 Oct 24, 2025

Show notes

Parker Kligerman hosts this week’s episode alongside AJ Henderson and Joshua Mendoza, filling in for Landon Cassill. The trio dives into the latest NASCAR driver moves, including Daniel Suarez’s switch to Spire Motorsports and the dynamics at Trackhouse Racing. They discuss Front Row Motorsports’ legal battles, the impact of Liberty Media’s MotoGP acquisition, and Colton Herta’s bold move to Formula 2. The group debates NASCAR’s points systems, streaming deals like F1’s shift to Apple TV, and share race picks, all while mixing insider stories, humor, and candid takes on motorsports’ hottest topics.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

05:59 - NASCAR Cup Driver Signings: Suarez to Spire

09:57 - Trackhouse Racing Dynamics & Driver Contracts

14:38 - Front Row Motorsports & Driver Announcements

15:37 - Justin Marks & Trackhouse Success

25:36 - Martinsville Playoff Preview

33:57 - NASCAR 25 Game & Parker's In-Game Sponsorship

35:30 - Truck Series Season Recap

38:39 - San Diego Race Weekend Access

40:38 - Naval Base Race & Course Layout

41:30 - NASCAR Charter Lawsuit Update

45:49 - Xfinity Series: Multi-Team Full-Season Drivers

58:03 - Xfinity Series News & New Teams

1:03:10 - Xfinity Playoff Scenarios & Martinsville Preview

1:05:43 - Ford's Struggles Across Top Series

1:07:49 - Martinsville Aggression & Playoff Format

1:08:49 - Superspeedway Tactics & Austin Hill

1:10:41 - F1 US Grand Prix Recap & Sprint Race Opinions

1:13:40 - Colton Herta to F2 Announcement

1:18:41 - Apple TV Acquires F1 Rights

1:24:22 - Streaming Platforms & F1 Audience

1:28:34 - Picks & Predictions Segment

1:30:55 - Outro

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S3E37: Denny's Year To Win it All? Was Ty Dillon's Laziness to Blame? Alex Palou and McLaren Legal Drama Oct 16, 2025

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Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill break down Denny Hamlin’s milestone Las Vegas win, the drama of his ongoing lawsuit, and the unpredictable NASCAR playoff picture. They analyze the Byron-Dillon pit road crash, debate driver and spotter responsibilities, and discuss the challenges of the Next Gen era. The hosts also touch on TV ratings, the Bathurst 1000, and open-wheel contract disputes, before making race picks and reading listener feedback.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

02:05 - Denny Hamlin’s 60th Cup Win at Las Vegas

13:23 - Ryan Blaney’s Playoff Setback and Prospects

15:37 - William Byron & Ty Dillon Pit Road Incident

25:22 - Playoff Points Picture and Talladega Preview

29:29 - TV Ratings and NHRA Outdrawing NASCAR

34:52 - Talladega on Network TV & Xfinity Race Recap

38:15 - Xfinity Series Playoff Picture

41:19 - Truck Series Updates & Parker’s Race at Dega

42:18 - Open Wheel Segment: F1 Practice Session Costs

44:44 - IndyCar/McLaren/Alex Palou Legal Drama

49:37 - Bathurst 1000 Recap: “Race of the Decade”

52:00 - Bucket List: Bathurst vs. Le Mans

53:33 - Talladega & US Grand Prix Picks

57:41 - Listener Comments and Reviews

1:06:09 - Show Wrap-Up and Outro

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S3E36: It's time for NASCAR to make changes, more lawsuit drama, and dispelling rumors. Oct 08, 2025

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Parker and Landon return after a brief hiatus to break down the latest NASCAR playoff drama, reflecting on fan fatigue with the current format and the impact of social media negativity. They debate the playoff system’s effect on star power, compare NASCAR’s identity to other motorsports, and discuss the need to reconnect with the sport’s roots. The hosts also touch on F1 and IndyCar storylines, make their Las Vegas race picks, and share industry rumors with their signature humor. The episode wraps with listener feedback and a call for authentic ngagement from NASCAR’s passionate fan base.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

02:51 - Playoff Fatigue: Negativity in NASCAR

08:11 - Prominent Voices and Playoff Criticism

09:36 - Social Media’s Role in Shaping NASCAR Narratives

12:10 - Playoff Format and Fan Fatigue

15:14 - Steve O’Donnell’s Comments on Playoff Changes

19:25 - 100% Rule and Team Orders in Playoffs

23:21 - Collusion, Team Tactics, and Historical Precedents

28:41 - Star Power in Other Sports vs. NASCAR

35:34 - Nostalgia and Calls to Return to Basics

39:58 - Playoff Format: Roots vs. Reaction

42:36 - What Defines Stock Car Racing?

44:55 - Guiding Principles for NASCAR’s Future

48:19 - 23XI/FRM Lawsuit and Mediation News

53:14 - 750 Horsepower Announcement

54:26 - Rumor Control: Parker's JRM Xfinity Ride

57:28 - Xfinity Playoff Elimination: Austin Hill

59:02 - Harrison Burton’s Future & AM Racing

1:00:06 - F1 & IndyCar Updates: McLaren, Max, and Legal Drama

1:05:10 - Race Picks for Las Vegas

1:09:16 - Listener Feedback & Show Reviews

1:11:48 - Outro

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S3E35: John Hunter Nemechek joins the show to break down team mate beef, Next Gen Challenges, racing for Jimmie Johnson, and the dynamics of todays racing Sep 24, 2025

Show notes

John Hunter Nemechek joins Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill for a candid, wide-ranging episode. They break down John Hunter’s recent Cup Series performances, the technical challenges of the Next Gen car, and the razor-thin margins in today’s NASCAR. The trio debates the Denny Hamlin–Ty Gibbs teammate clash, team culture shifts, and the importance of authenticity in driver interviews. They also touch on crew chief changes, TV ratings, and F1’s rising cost cap, sprinkle in some lighthearted hypotheticals, and offer insights into career moves across NASCAR and IndyCar. It’s an honest, fun, and insightful look at modern motorsports.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

03:54 - Nemechek’s Recent Cup Series Wreck

06:42 - Challenges of the Next Gen Car

10:51 - Team Dynamics & Legacy Motor Club Culture

12:10 - Jimmie Johnson as an Owner

15:46 - Denny Hamlin vs. Ty Gibbs Incident

31:18 - Team Penske’s Dominance at Loudon & Phoenix

36:07 - Corey Lajoie’s Career Choices

40:46 - Legacy Motor Club vs RWR Lawsuit Resolved

43:57 - Cup Series TV Ratings decline & Social Media

49:56 - Crew Chief Silly Season: Randall Burnett Leaves RCR

54:55 - Kyle Busch’s Struggles with Next Gen Car

1:00:44 - Formula 1 Baku GP Recap

1:05:02 - F1 Cost Cap Increase & Economics

1:08:18 - IndyCar Silly Season & Driver News

1:09:23 - Dream F1 Tracks for NASCAR Drivers

1:11:31 - Race Picks for Upcoming Weekend

1:13:59 - PR Lap

1:17:24 - Outro

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S3E34: Should NASCAR Prioritize Money or Viewership, Tire Talk in Bristol, and Debating Tire Set Limits Sep 18, 2025

Show notes

This episode dives into the chaos and strategy of the Bristol NASCAR Cup race, focusing on extreme tire degradation and how it shook up pit strategy and racing lines. Parker and Landon debate NASCAR’s tire limits, discuss playoff eliminations, and analyze the impact of TV contracts on viewership and team finances. They also touch on IndyCar’s new schedule, F1’s U.S. growth, and make race picks for the upcoming weekend.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

05:07 - Modern Bristol Race Dynamics

07:07 - NASCAR Cup Series Bristol Tire Degradation

20:16 - Tire Set Limits Debate

25:24 - Playoff Elimination Recap and Predictions

33:02 - Round of 12 Elimination Predictions

35:38 - NASCAR Viewership Numbers and TV Contracts

42:28 - TV Money vs. Audience Growth Debate

46:05 - Streaming, Media Fragmentation, and Future of TV Deals

52:42 - Xfinity Series Owner Playoffs and Sheldon Creed

55:47 - Formula 1 Schedule Change and Greatest Day in Motorsports

58:16 - F1 Sponsorship and IndyCar/NASCAR Doubleheaders

1:00:55 - IndyCar Schedule and Toronto Suburb Race

1:02:08 - Race Picks for Upcoming Weekend

1:04:26 - PR Lap

1:07:10 - Outro

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S3E33: Why does NASCAR only have V8s Engines? Gateway Breakdown, McLarens Hilarious Team Order, and our weekend of NFL. Sep 09, 2025

Show notes

Parker Kligerman and Landon Cassill deliver a lively, wide-ranging episode, recapping recent NASCAR and Formula 1 action—including Gateway, Monza, and standout driver performances. They swap stories about fantasy football, football fandom, and the unique mental escape racing provides. The hosts dive into autograph signing habits, fan mail, and the evolving world of NASCAR engines and manufacturer involvement.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro and NFL Kickoff

13:18 - Fan Mail & Autograph Signing Stories

21:03 - Favorite Racing Numbers & Childhood Heroes

24:01 - Cup Team Number Jokes & Meme Team Ideas

24:57 - NASCAR Gateway Race Recap

26:19 - Racing as an Escape & Post-Race Clarity

29:21 - NASCAR Race Analysis: Track & Incidents

32:57 - Denny Hamlin’s Career & Championship Value

35:01 - Playoff Format & Randomness Debate

37:33 - Post-Race Car Weight Tactics

42:01 - Stewart-Haas to Chevrolet News

44:45 - Jimmie Johnson’s 2026 Return & Cindric’s Supercars Entry

48:57 - Dodge Rumors & Future NASCAR Engines

51:16 - Open Engine Rules for Manufacturer

1:07:43 - Connor Zilisch’s Dominance & Comparisons

1:12:41 - Xfinity Playoff Misses

1:17:18 - Playoff Picks & Predictions

1:18:17 - F1 Monza Recap & Verstappen’s Lap

1:24:12 - McLaren Silly Team Orders

1:29:32 - Bristol Race Picks

1:34:07 - Listener Reviews & Fan Questions

1:37:36 - Outro

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S3E32: Can anyone actually win in Michael Jordan and NASCAR lawsuit? Sep 05, 2025

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Parker and Landon discuss continued exciting elements of PK's Daytona win, Landon's recent experiences at the dealership. We dive into the Darlington race, and ask the question, can anyone win in this current lawsuit? Will Tyler Reddick stay at 23XI, could Corey Heim replace him? We dive into the Xfinity playoff picture, and see who could spoil next week. The Dutch GP and Isack Hadjar's podium is highlighted, while the low light of Ferrari's double DNF and Lando's shrinking championship hopes are discussed. Finally in the world of IndyCar, Colton Herta leaves Andretti for a test driver at Cadillac F1, with Will Power taking his seat.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:20 - Daytona Win Merch

03:08 - Race Suit in the NASCAR Hall of Fame

08:02 - Google Reviews Bombed

17:59 - Darlington Race Recap & Playoff Drama

21:07 - Strategy, Hive Mind, and Pit Stops

27:30 - NASCAR Lawsuit: 23XI, Charters, and Industry Impact

39:13 - Comparisons to CART/IRL Split & Potential Outcomes

44:06 - Fastest Lap Points Controversy