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Inside The Race

NASCAR
NASCAR
Denny Hamlin
Kyle Larson
NASCAR Cup Series
Shane Van Gisbergen
Tyler Reddick
Christopher Bell
Joey Logano
Hendrick Motorsports
Chase Elliott
Chase Briscoe
Trackhouse Racing
William Byron
Ryan Blaney
Alex Bowman
Watkins Glen
Kansas Speedway
Bubba Wallace
Ty Gibbs
Carson Hocevar

Go Inside the Race with Steve Letarte, Todd Gordon, Kyle Petty and special guests after the NASCAR Cup Series checkered flag. We’ll go beyond the results to break down why the race was won — using data, strategy, technology and expert insight to unpack the pivotal moments, key decisions and details you may have missed in real time. Plus, we’ll sit down with the winning crew chief for an inside loo... more

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Latest Episodes

Chase Briscoe and the 19 team are on a roll! After scoring back-to-back wins at Charlotte, the 19 car is proving it has the speed, pit crew and execution to contend for a championship. But just how close did Briscoe come to losing it all? James Small... more

The Chase is heating up, and every mistake matters.

Chase Briscoe bounces back in Las Vegas after narrowly missing the win at Kansas, outdueling Kyle Larson and Tyler Reddick in the closing laps. Steve Letarte, Kyle Petty and Todd Gordon break down ... more

Kyle Larson dominated Kansas for a fourth career win at the track — but the story was much bigger than another victory.

Inside the Race breaks down Larson’s battle with Chase Briscoe, the late-race pit road strategy that put everything on the line, ... more

Bristol delivered everything we expect from a playoff race — contact, controversy, risk, reward and a wild final restart. Carson Hocevar and Ryan Blaney found themselves at the center of the action. Did Hocevar simply refuse to lift, and how much doe... more

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Recent Guests

James Small
Crew Chief for Chase Briscoe (19)
Joe Gibbs Racing / Chase Briscoe team
Episode: Briscoe Goes Back-to-Back & Hamlin’s Costly Pit Road Mistake
Adam Stevens
Winning crew chief for Christopher Bell, 20 car
Joe Gibbs Racing
Episode: A Message to Hocevar: Don't Mess With the Old Guard
Derrick Finley
Winning crew chief for Ryan Preece
RFK Racing
Episode: What Do You Have to Lose? Daytona's New Superspeedway Package & Chase Preview
Jonathan Hassler
Crew chief for Ryan Blaney
Team Penske
Episode: The Art of Driving in the Rain at Loudon
Toni Breidinger
Professional race car driver and model
NASCAR driver (various teams); Victoria's Secret model appearances mentioned
Episode: ITR Overtime: Toni Breidinger on Finding Confidence in NASCAR
Tyler Allen
Crew Chief for Ty Gibbs
Joe Gibbs Racing
Episode: Ty Gibbs’ 2-Tire Gamble, Bell’s Brutal Streak & JGR Has a Brake Problem
Justin Marks
Owner of Trackhouse Racing
Trackhouse Racing
Episode: Can Anyone Stop the Favorites? Iowa Preview + Justin Marks Goes Overtime
Corey Heim
Cup Series driver for 2311 Racing
2311 Racing
Episode: Corey Heim Changes the Conversation + NASCAR’s Indy Debate
Bootie Barker
Crew Chief for Corey Heim
2311 Racing
Episode: Corey Heim Changes the Conversation + NASCAR’s Indy Debate

Hosts

Steve Letarte
Host of Inside The Race; longtime NASCAR analyst with NBC Sports/NASCAR coverage; known for strategic breakdown and leadership insights.
Alex Weaver
Host/Analyst; facilitates Overtime segments and cross-show discussion; bridges main show with Overtime.
Kyle Petty
Co-host and analyst; veteran NASCAR voice providing historical perspective and strategic context.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Stroker Ace !

    Just saw Kyle and his lil Afro in Stroker Ace last night. Dale Sr was there too! Haven’t seen that movie since I was a kid in the 80s. So cool

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smokey pockets
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show

    Best post race show out there, from guys that have walked the walk, and I don’t have to listen to ‘was this a good race bs”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M Wozzo
    United States8 months ago
  • KP?

    Great show….. until Kyle petty started talking. Sorry, I unfollowed immediately.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Derek456555689
    United Statesa year ago

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Positive: listeners appreciate post-race insights and real-world experience from hosts.
Negative: one reviewer felt a guest discussion deviated from expectations, citing bias in a specific episode.

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ITR Overtime: Toni Breidinger on Finding Confidence in NASCAR
Q: Walk me through that moment in Victory Lane and what it meant for you.
Toni explains the redemption from a close second-place finish earlier in the twin race at Hickory and how winning the second race felt especially meaningful after initially messing up the first one.
ITR Overtime: Toni Breidinger on Finding Confidence in NASCAR
Q: So I want to first start with, how were the ESPYs?
Toni describes the ESPYs as amazing with a Gucci head-to-toe look, highlighting how the event fit into her busy season of racing and travel.
ITR Overtime: Building a Modern Motorsports Empire with Justin Marks
Q: Walk me through your story and give me the high levels of your life to get to this point.
Marks traces his path from passionate racer to entrepreneur, detailing two decades of driving and the pivot to ownership as the sport evolved, with a focus on brand-building, storytelling, and leveraging sponsorships to scale Trackhouse.
ITR Overtime: Tyler Reddick Breaks Down 23XI's Winning Formula
Q: What's it like balancing a racing high with family life and dad duties?
Dad life brings joy and perspective, with bedtime routines and moments with his son shaping personal priorities and helping keep a grounded mindset for racing.
ITR Overtime: Tyler Reddick Breaks Down 23XI's Winning Formula
Q: What has changed in the culture at 23XI that keeps you motivated to push for wins?
The culture emphasizes learning, teamwork, and helping each other get faster; the leadership and collaboration, including cross-team support, have helped sustain performance.

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The show centers NASCAR race analysis through a data- and strategy-driven lens, featuring in-depth breakdowns of racecraft, tire and fuel decisions, restarts, and crew-chief insights that influenced outcomes. Episodes frequently interview winning crew chiefs and high-profile drivers to reveal behind-the-scenes decision processes, team dynamics, and business aspects of the sport, making it valuable for teams, sponsors, and marketing partners seeking tactical context and industry visibility. A standout trait is the consistent emphasis on strategy over pure speed, plus a rotating roster of respected NASCAR veterans who provide color commentary and archival perspective.

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Recent guests on Inside The Race include:

1. James Small
2. Adam Stevens
3. Derrick Finley
4. Jonathan Hassler
5. Toni Breidinger
6. Tyler Allen
7. Justin Marks
8. Corey Heim

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