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Built2 Media Podcast

Blake Anderson & Ben Brost
Racing
Red Cedar Speedway
Rice Lake Speedway
Chili Bowl
Racing Community
Motorsports
Blake Adams
Gateway Dirt National
Midget Racing
Soda Street Stocks
Kyle Larson
Wild West Shootout
Pure Stocks
Dirt Track Racing
High Limit Sprint Car Series
Blake
Tulsa Expo
Racing Consistency
Cedar Lake
High Limit Racing

Built 2 Media Podcast is where racing, real stories, and complete chaos come together. Hosted by Blake and Ben, two racers (or former racers depending on the week) who think they know everything about dirt track racing, the show mixes race recaps, hot takes, arguments, laughs, and plenty of unfiltered moments. From breaking down wild nights at the track to talking life outside the pits, no topic s... more

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Another Friday night at Red Cedar Speedway is in the books, and we’re breaking down all the action from August 28th!

Cooper Sundby grabbed the USRA Late Model victory, while Sam Mars broke out the Built2 broom after completing the ... more

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The 2026 points season is officially in the books at Red Cedar Speedway and Rice Lake Speedway! 🏁

This week on the Built2 Media Podcast, we wrap up championship weekend from both tracks and break down everything that happened Frid... more

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This week on the Built2 Media Podcast, Blake and Ben are back to break down a huge weekend of dirt track racing from Red Cedar Speedway and Cedar Lake Speedway's legendary Masters Weekend!

The guys dive into Alex Myers continuing h... more

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This week on the Built 2 Media Podcast R&R Series, Blake and Ben recap two completely different nights of racing from Red Cedar Speedway and Rice Lake Speedway as the WISSOTA Late Model Challenge Series rolled through the area.

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Recent Guests

Mike Anderson
Dirt Digger, multiple-time track champion
Colfax, Wisconsin racer
Episode: Ep. 103 | Mike Anderson: Consistency, Championships & Chasing Victory
Ryan Aho
Prolific racer from Minnesota, promoter of the Tardy Memorial
Chisholm, Minnesota racing community; Hibbing Speedway promoter
Episode: The Biggest Super Stock Race Ever? Ryan Aho Talks "Tardy Memorial" + Rice Lake Recap and WISSOTA points
Cam Panitzke
14-year-old race car driver featured on the episode
Deer Creek area racing; Panitzke family
Episode: Episode 102: 14 Years Old and Already Winning Late Model Features | Cam Panitzke
Art Golden
Longtime racing parts supplier and 83-year-old racer with deep regional ties
Rice Lake Speedway community and wider racing ecosystem
Episode: EP 101 Art Golden: 83 Years of Dirt Track Racing History
Chris Sleep
Owner/leader of Rolling Thunder legends program, podcast guest, promoter
Rolling Thunder (Dirt Legends)
Episode: R&R High Limit Racing Hits RCS , Historic Legends Weekend at RLS + Farm Night FT. Chris Sleep
Tony Laporta
Racing guest discussed in a recap episode
Tony Laporta Racing
Episode: R&R: First Wins of 2026, Sweep Awards & a Wild Rice Lake Finish
CJ Station Wagner
2013 Midwest Modified Track Champion at Rice Lake Speedway and recent winner in Pure Stock at Rice Lake Speedway
Rice Lake Speedway
Episode: R&R: CJ “Station Wagon” Wagner, Historic Modified Win & Rice Lake Chaos
Mickey Anderson
Racer, also known as the Slow O-One, featured guest
Racing community (Rice Lake Speedway)
Episode: R&R: Race of the Year? 22nd to 2nd, Redetzke Dominates & Mickey Anderson Keeps It Real!
Sam Fankhauser
Professional racer, Victory Lane winner at Red Cedar Speedway
Red Cedar Speedway / USRA Late Models
Episode: R&R: Fankhauser Breakthrough, Ludwig Momentum & Modified Mayhem

Hosts

Blake
Co-host of the show, known for racer background and local track insights.
Ben
Co-host with a practical, banter-driven approach to race recaps and guest interviews.
Blake Anderson
Guest-focused contributor with regional racing perspective, appears across episodes.
Ben Hillman
Racer with family racing background, provides historical and technical insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Awesome

    How many chickens will it take to start this podcast back up?

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    Chicken_lover_WI
    United States5 years ago
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    How many chickens would it take to get this podcast going again?

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    chicken lover wi
    United States5 years ago
  • Favorite Podcast

    Listening to Blake and Gunner on the Built2 Media Podcast is our Tuesday night thing! We love keeping up on the local racing news, getting to know the racers and getting all the laughs in at the same time!

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    ktarvis
    United States5 years ago
  • ALL YOU NEED IN A PODCAST

    Always loved Built 2 media co. and the videos they make! Excited to hear they have a podcast! Drivers from all different classes share their stories! Always makes me laugh and is perfect to listen to on my way to work! If you haven’t listened.. YOU GOTTA

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    therealtea69
    United States6 years ago
  • Awesome stuff!

    Great local and national content, thank you for this podcast! Look forward to every Tuesday! Built 2 media for life!!!

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    5
    Xzdsaghv
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners warn about pacing or energy levels in a few episodes, but still acknowledge strong community and guest insights.
Audience appreciates candid banter and practical behind-the-scenes racing details that aren't found in typical sports coverage.
Fans praise the show for local racing news, racer interviews, and humor, calling it a go-to for the Wisconsin/Minnesota dirt scene.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

R&R: Brooms, Runner-Ups & Red Cedar Racing
Q: What stood out most about the track prep for the night?
The team emphasized baseline grading and water management, with Kobe taking responsibility for the water setup and the crew noting the need for precise moisture control to maintain a usable racing surface through hot laps and heats.
Episode 102: 14 Years Old and Already Winning Late Model Features | Cam Panitzke
Q: What's your schedule going to be for the rest of 2026? Are you going to run Cedar Lake mainly or what's your plan?
Cam outlines a plan to focus on Cedar Lake with potential appearances at MTS and the North Star Nationals, aiming for a track championship and broadening his experience across events.
R&R: CJ “Station Wagon” Wagner, Historic Modified Win & Rice Lake Chaos
Q: What were you thinking as you finally won and stood in Victory Lane?
CJ said the win felt like the monkey coming off his back and that years of limited power finally clicked into place with the wagon, which made the moment exceptionally satisfying.
EP 100 Turning Speed Into Wins | Ben & Jan Hillman |
Q: When did you first realize racing could be more than a weekend hobby?
Ben explains that involvement with family projects and early karting-like experiences with his dad solidified the goal; the real shift came as they began treating racing as a serious, modern sport with the right equipment and support from mentors.
EP98 Legends Never Lift: Mike Knudtson’s Racing Stories, Rivalries & What’s Next
Q: How's your off-season been, Mike?
Mike describes extensive work in the shop, counseling his sleep schedule, and balancing plowing work with racing, including how weight loss has altered his approach to competition.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Built2 Media Podcast

What is Built2 Media Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on dirt-track racing culture, race results, and behind-the-scenes stories from the grassroots scene, often featuring drivers, crews, and organizers. Episodes blend lively banter with expert color on track conditions, sponsorships, and the business of running local tracks, punctuated by live event recaps, driver development discussions, and occasional crossovers into higher-profile series. A standout trait is the emphasis on community: long-running relationships within regional tracks, family connections, and budget-minded storytelling that celebrates resilience and small-business grit in motorsports. Listeners can expect candid humor, practical racing insight, and frequent sponsor shout-outs that keep the coverage grounded ... more

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1. Mike Anderson
2. Ryan Aho
3. Cam Panitzke
4. Art Golden
5. Chris Sleep
6. Tony Laporta
7. CJ Station Wagner
8. Mickey Anderson

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