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The Front Stretch

Dan Taylor
NASCAR
Eagle Raceway
Joe's Karting
Kyle Larson
Kansas Speedway
Silver Dollar Nationals
Denny Hamlin
Dirt Racing
Racesaver Nationals
Adams County Speedway
Daytona 500
2311 Racing
Front Row Motorsports
Beatrice Speedway
Boone County Raceway
Shelby County Speedway
Tanner Pelster Memorial
Bristol
Kyle Busch
IMCA

Each week Dan Taylor and Dirk Huston cover the latest in racing news, speak with drivers, owners, track promoters and industry officials.

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Latest Episodes

The guys discuss a few headlines including Penalties, $100,000 being added to a purse, Eagle Raceway making a dream come true and they get you set for this weekends races.

Then they guys republish their interview with Kyle Busch prior to his 2nd NAS... more

The guys talk about the passing of Kyle Busch. Then they recap the Coca-Cola 600. Next up they talk about the weekend at Eagle including the post race shenanigans on Sunday. Then they dig into the archives and published an interview with Bree Marie f... more

The guys preview a big Memorial day weekend of racing ahead including the Memorial Race at Eagle, Coca-Cola 600, and they discuss the latest news with the Stan Cisar Speedweek

The guys talk about a factor that you may not be considering that lead to Eagle Raceway's decision to cancel Friday and Saturday. Plus they cover the Joey Hergott Memorial, The All-Star Race, and much more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Busch
Driver for Joe Gibbs Racing, Championship contender
Joe Gibbs Racing
Episode: Headlines, weekend preview, and Kyle Busch
Bree Marie
Driver and former Young Gun on The Finish Line show
33 cage cart (Flat Cart)
Episode: Kyle Busch, Eagle Weekend. Bree Marie
Lilly Morris
Organizer of a kidney disease and suicide awareness car show
Team Lilly / Shadow Lake area car show organizer
Episode: Headlines, Watkins Glen Recap, and Lily Morris
Jack Underwood
Local racer featured in turn two interview at the World of Wheels car show
Racer, Suncoast Supergas Roadster owner
Episode: Headlines and Jack Underwood
Eric Cerny
Director of the Midwest Classic Stock Car Association
Midwest Classic Stock Car Association
Episode: Headlines, NARHoF Nominees, Texas Preview, Eric Cerny
Payton Wiarda
Late model racer starting out in the crate/big cars path
Wiarda racing family
Episode: Headlines and Payton Wiarda
Jim Hitzemann
Behind-the-scenes racer, scorer, and production veteran
The Front Stretch / Eagle Raceway (and various tracks)
Episode: Eagle Recap, Headlines, and Jim Hitzemann
Jace Krug
Kart racer with family roots in dirt racing
Family racing crew (Jody's Collision Repair mentioned as sponsor)
Episode: Kansas Recap, High Limit Day, Headlines, Jace Krug, and Grayson Stobbe
Grayson Stobbe
Crown Vic racer, young local driver
Racing team involvement discussed
Episode: Kansas Recap, High Limit Day, Headlines, Jace Krug, and Grayson Stobbe

Hosts

Dan Taylor
Host of The Front Stretch; co-host focusing on racing news, interviews, and industry insights
Dirk Huston
Co-host providing race coverage, guest interviews, and analytical perspective

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Love this show!

    Dan does a great job! Good mix of local racing talk with some nascar tossed in, A+!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    huskerfan27
    United States2 years ago
  • Dan and Dirk rule.

    Always great local and national coverage from the front stretch. I enjoyed their time on ESPN radio, but I feel like the move to podcastville was a great move.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eagleeyeroland
    United States5 years ago

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Guests bring deep expertise from dirt racing and track operations.
Hosts deliver a solid mix of local racing updates and broader NASCAR coverage.
Shows are practical for sponsors and teams seeking industry-relevant conversations.
Listeners appreciate the behind-the-scenes look at race promotion and community impact.

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Headlines, weekend preview, and Kyle Busch
Q: How does Kyle Busch view competing with his teammates in the championship race?
He sees it as a double-edged sword: teammates can push each other to higher performance, but they can also be faster, which could hurt his chances if they outperform him.
Kyle Busch, Eagle Weekend. Bree Marie
Q: What was the beginning of all of this for Bree Marie?
Bree described starting in racing when her brother Chase competed in junior categories, which sparked her own love for karting and led to her pursuing career opportunities in the sport.
Lots of Local News, New Championship Format, and Josh Cooper
Q: How did you feel about the three-win run this season and what set you apart from your competition?
Josh Cooper describes building confidence over the year, the importance of car setup and consistency, and how his team stayed competitive through a year with strong rivals, ultimately contributing to a championship run.
Latest News and Billy Strange
Q: What made Billy decide to focus on mentorship and sportsmanship with his team?
He wanted to create a safe, supportive environment where kids could learn, have fun, and develop good habits, with adult mentors stepping in to guide rather than just win.
JGR vs Gabehart, Atlanta recap, and Crew Hobscheidt
Q: What sparked the lawsuit involving Chris Gabehart?
The hosts explain that Joe Gibbs Racing filed an $8 million lawsuit alleging Gabehart stole proprietary information and shared it with Spire Motorsports, with resentment over a potential transfer of sensitive data.

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This show covers the latest in racing news with a focus on dirt track and regional circuits, blending timely updates with in-depth conversations with drivers, track operators, promoters, and industry officials. Episodes routinely explore track revivals, local race schedules, sponsor partnerships, and broader series-level developments in dirt racing and NASCAR-adjacent topics. A standout is the duo of hosts who carve out space for race history, technical insights, and community angles, making it useful for listeners who want behind-the-scenes context and practical takeaways for sponsors, teams, and venues.

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Recent guests on The Front Stretch include:

1. Kyle Busch
2. Bree Marie
3. Lilly Morris
4. Jack Underwood
5. Eric Cerny
6. Payton Wiarda
7. Jim Hitzemann
8. Jace Krug

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