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The Front Stretch

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

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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The guys cover a few headlines before recaping the race at Charlotte and discussing the 5 car running away with his 3rd championship. Then they sit down with Racine Thompson of Eagle Raceway to talk about the 2026 season and tentative plans for 2027

The guys sit down with the Eagle Raceway RaceSaver champion Adam Gullion and then preview Octoberfest at Beatrice and the Bank of America 400 at Charlotte

Theron Alhman of Avid Realty joins the guys to discuss some headlines including updates on the RFK split, Sheldon Creed, Larson Comments and more plus they recap Las Vegas.

Then they sit down with Kyle Vanover to talk about his Eagle Raceway Stock C... more

the guys start off discussing NASCAR handing down some big penalties, JGR shutting down their ARCA operation, then they discuss the departure of Brad from RFK racing plus preview the weekend of racing.

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Recent Guests

Racine Thompson
Owner of Eagle Raceway
Eagle Raceway
Episode: Headlines, Charlotte Recap, Racine Thompson
Adam Gullion
Driver of the No. 91 RaceSaver Sprint Car and 360 Sprint Car, 2026 Eagle Raceway Track Champion
RaceSaver Sprint Car community, Eagle Raceway
Episode: Adam Gullion and Weekend Preview
Kyle Vanover
Driver, Eagle Raceway Track Champion
Beatrice-based racer, Eagle Raceway
Episode: Live from Quaker Steak & Lube
Pat Warren
Track President, Kansas Speedway
Kansas Speedway
Episode: Pat Warren of Kansas Speedway
Jake Kruse
Advocate for track safety; founder of the National Track Safety Association
National Track Safety Association
Episode: Jake Kruse and Weekend preview
Charlie White
Founder of Canes for Vets
Canes for Vets
Episode: Canes for Vets, Cancellations, Bristol Preview
Christopher Bell
Driver of the No. 20 Toyota Camry for Joe Gibbs Racing
Joe Gibbs Racing
Episode: Christopher Bell and Dan Solves the IMCA Super Nationals Problem
Joey Danley
RaceSaver Nationals winner, driver of the number 14
RaceSaver Nationals Champion, Eagle Raceway
Episode: Joey Danley, Headlines and more
Adam Wasserman
Driver, number 41 modified
Racing at Eagle Raceway/Beatrice Speedway
Episode: Adam Wasserman and Headlines

Hosts

Dan Taylor
Host of The Front Stretch; drives discussion and topic selection.
Dirk Huston
Co-host who engages with topics and questions; anchors hands-on analysis.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 21 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 States6 years ago

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Sponsorship and track business insights feel practical for industry peers.
Listeners praise the show for solid local-to-national racing coverage.
Guests and interviews are a strong draw for credibility.
The banter is engaging and the host chemistry shines.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Joey Danley, Headlines and more
Q: Joey, you got us?
Yeah, I got you, bud.
Dale Jarrett
Q: You're the son portion of one of the more famous father-son duos in this sport, with your father being Ned Jarrett. Was there ever a competitive nature with you and your dad, or a desire to have better stats than him by the time you retired?
Jarrett explains that competitiveness existed, but he focused on being the best version of himself rather than chasing his father's legacy, and he takes pride in his own achievements, including Cup wins and the 1999 championship.
Kyle Busch from Nov 17th of 2019
Q: Coming into Sunday's race at Homestead, is it an advantage to have two other Joe Gibbs Racing cars competing for the championship, or does it create a disadvantage by splitting focus and resources?
Busch suggests it can be both: teammates can help each other by sharing data, but they can also be faster, which could hurt his own chances; it depends on the overall pace and how well everyone adapts.
News and Stan Cisar Speedweek Recap
Q: What made the Speed Week unique this year?
It was a large, multi-track tour with 43 race saver cars at Boone County Raceway, tight competition, and significant financial pledges from sponsors, along with emotional stories like Kyle Jones and Cole Wayman's performances.
News and Stan Cisar Speedweek Recap
Q: What were the major weather-related challenges during the Stan Cisar Speed Week?
The crew discussed persistent rain delays, the decision to cancel at Beatrice, and the struggle to save the track through late-night efforts, emphasizing the difficult balance between safety and delivering a complete event.

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What is The Front Stretch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced motorsports discussion show anchored by two hosts who blend local dirt-track coverage with national NASCAR news. Episodes showcase driver moves, sponsor updates, safety debates, race previews, and behind-the-scenes business of venues, often anchored by interviews with drivers and track operators. The format features banter, stories from the racing world, and practical fan guidance, making it appealing to serious enthusiasts, teams, and event organizers. A standout aspect is the strong local-to-national perspective, plus guest-driven conversations that explore sponsorships, track operations, and regulatory shifts shaping the sport.

Overall, the show stands out for its hands-on, conversational style, deep dives into track and sp... more

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Recent guests on The Front Stretch include:

1. Racine Thompson
2. Adam Gullion
3. Kyle Vanover
4. Pat Warren
5. Jake Kruse
6. Charlie White
7. Christopher Bell
8. Joey Danley

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