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The Racing Writer's Podcast

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NASCAR
NHRA
Craftsman Truck Series
Motorsports
Spire Motorsports
Daytona
Bristol
Drag Racing
NASCAR Canada Series
Social Media
Legacy Motor Club
Dodge
Xfinity Series
Elite Motorsports
Jeff Gordon
Geared For Life
Rodney Childers
Daytona 500
Kaulig Racing
Dirt Racing

Racer Magazine's Kelly Crandall brings stories and interviews from drivers and personalities from NASCAR, NHRA, and more.

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Latest Episodes

Mike Burch is the COO of Speedway Motorsports, which means he’s heavily involved in everything that goes on and can share great insights. We’re going to start by doing a preview of this weekend’s All-Star Race and moving it to Dover; having Dover in ... more

Andrew Clarke is a motorsports writer and author and he has a new book that we’re discussing today, The Immortals of NASCAR. Clarke shares how the project came to be; the word ‘immortal’ being perfect for a NASCAR project; the reason that the list is... more

John Probst was among the NASCAR executives called to testify during the antitrust trial in December, which provided a chance to learn more about his background as well as his current role. But before getting to know him better, we’re getting more co... more

Corey Day is having a highlight start to his first full NASCAR season, and taking the good with the bad. We’re digging into it all this week, starting with having more straightforward weeks now after a 2025 of jumping from series to series; getting i... more

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Mike Burch
COO at Speedway Motorsports
Speedway Motorsports
Episode: Ep. 252 | Mike Burch (Speedway Motorsports)
Andrew Clarke
Author of The Immortals of NASCAR
Author, The Immortals of NASCAR
Episode: Ep. 351 | Andrew Clarke (author)
John Probst
Executive Vice President and Chief Racing Development Officer, NASCAR
NASCAR
Episode: Ep. 350 | John Probst
Corey Day
Driver for Hendrick Motorsports in the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series
Hendrick Motorsports
Episode: Ep. 349 | Corey Day
Kyle Larson
NASCAR Cup Series driver
Hendrick Motorsports
Episode: Ep. 348 | Kyle Larson
Buddy Hull
Funny car driver, Hull Racing
NHRA drag racing, Hull Racing
Episode: Ep. 347 | Buddy Hull
Mike Wheeler
Senior Director of Planning and Operations at 23XI Racing (as discussed in episode)
23XI Racing
Episode: Ep. 346 | Mike Wheeler
Michael McDowell
NASCAR driver, driver of the number 71 Chevrolet for Spire Motorsports
Spire Motorsports
Episode: Ep. 345 | Michael McDowell
Jordan Vandergriff
Driver for John Force Racing, Cornwell Quality Tools Funny Car driver
John Force Racing
Episode: Ep. 344 | Jordan Vandergriff

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Kelly Crandall
Racer Magazine journalist and interviewer focused on motorsports, with a track record of driving insightful, interview-style conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • Nice variety

    Kelly does a great job covering all types of topics related to racing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeizeTheDay24
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Best

    The best interviewer in NASCAR by far

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kubota63
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great racing podcast

    Kelly does a great job on varying interviews. She has eclectic guests throughout motorsports. Most interest me (some don’t necessarily)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    poker 5
    United States2 years ago
  • Mij

    Do a good job, enjoy your pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MIJ BRS
    United States3 years ago
  • Want to increase your NASCAR IQ? Listen to this podcast

    Kelly Crandall has so many interesting interviews across so many areas of NASCAR, it’s mind-blowing. Anything you could want to know about NASCAR and the people involved… you’ll learn it eventually, if you listen regularly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheeezitz
    United States4 years ago

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Fans appreciate diverse guests and granular discussions beyond race results, though some critique pacing or over-asking questions at times.
Listeners praise the host's deep knowledge of racing and ability to pull candid insights from guests.
Episodes deliver a mix of on-track stories and business-level perspectives that help sponsors understand the sport.

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Ep. 252 | Mike Burch (Speedway Motorsports)
Q: What led to the Oval return at Charlotte and how do broadcasters, fans, and weather considerations shape such a big scheduling question?
The Oval return aligns with long-standing fan familiarity and competitive dynamics; broadcasters and weather considerations are balanced with fan reception and venue capabilities, aiming for a schedule that satisfies both viewers and live audiences.
Ep. 252 | Mike Burch (Speedway Motorsports)
Q: How do fan feedback and surveys influence ongoing scheduling decisions, and what weight do paying attendees carry in those evaluations?
Fan feedback is central; surveys before and after events, plus the comments from paying attendees, are given significant weight because those are the people who actually show up and sustain the events.
Ep. 252 | Mike Burch (Speedway Motorsports)
Q: Let's start with Dover for the All-Star Race—how did moving it there come together, and what did that decision consider in terms of fans, TV, and track fit?
The move was built on evaluating where the dates would maximize fan exposure and corporate support, while also considering broadcast needs and the unique All-Star format; Dover offered strong racing history, a supportive Northeast market, and the chance to energize a weekend with multiple events.
Ep. 347 | Buddy Hull
Q: What role does media and content creation play in promoting team and sponsorships?
Hull discusses the Talkin Funny Cars project as a channel to unearth driver stories, boost fan engagement, and provide value to sponsors beyond on-track results.
Ep. 347 | Buddy Hull
Q: How did the Gainesville incident and subsequent rebuild shape your outlook on the sport and your team?
He talks about learning to manage pressure, the importance of a strong, loyal team, and the long-term plan to return stronger with more prepared cars and better systems.

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A high-energy motorsports interview series that centers on drivers, crew chiefs, team owners, and media-savvy personalities from NASCAR and NHRA. Episodes commonly explore career journeys, behind-the-scenes dynamics, sponsorships, operations, and the mindset required to build teams and sustain performance, with frequent detours into media, branding, and personal growth. This show stands out for candid conversations, access to decision-makers, and a knack for bridging on-track action with the business and storytelling sides of racing, making it a strong fit for listeners who crave both technical insight and personal narratives.

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Recent guests on The Racing Writer's Podcast include:

1. Mike Burch
2. Andrew Clarke
3. John Probst
4. Corey Day
5. Kyle Larson
6. Buddy Hull
7. Mike Wheeler
8. Michael McDowell

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