Hauler Talk
Hauler Talk
Podcast Description
NASCAR’s new podcast takes you inside the sport like never before. Mike Forde, Managing Director Racing Communication, Amanda Ellis, Sr. Director Racing Communications & Nate Ryan, NASCAR.com Journalist offer fans a closer look at what happens behind the scenes, from rule changes to officiating decisions, logistics, and broadcasting. The goal is to provide fans with insights into the organizational side of sport and highlight the often unseen but crucial aspects that make race weekends possible. We also will have interviews with insiders, executives, journalists, and more.
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The podcast covers the intricacies of NASCAR including rule changes, officiating decisions, and logistics, with episodes that explore topics like the 2025 Daytona 500 changes and the evolution of the NASCAR Playoffs presenting a deep dive into the operational side of racing.
NASCAR’s new podcast takes you inside the sport like never before. Mike Forde, Managing Director Racing Communication, Amanda Ellis, Sr. Director Racing Communications & Nate Ryan, NASCAR.com Journalist offer fans a closer look at what happens behind the scenes, from rule changes to officiating decisions, logistics, and broadcasting. The goal is to provide fans with insights into the organizational side of sport and highlight the often unseen but crucial aspects that make race weekends possible. We also will have interviews with insiders, executives, journalists, and more.
Mike, Amanda, and Nate discuss this past weekend’s events in Nashville, the penalty to the 16 Kaulig team, and the presence of any aero changes for Michigan. Then, Tom Bryant, VP of Racing Operations, joins to discuss the challenges and logistics of taking the industry to Mexico City.
Time Codes:
1:22: Nashville recap
3:50: Kaulig Penalty
13:01: Logano crew no penalty on pit road
14:53: Are cars full of fuel to start the race?
19:20: Are there changes to Michigan’s aero package?
23:01: Discussing the in-season challenge
26:49: Tom Bryant joins and talks about what it takes to bring NASCAR to Mexico
29:55: Who does NASCAR work with to make going international possible
35:05: Preparing for Mexico while in Michigan
37:57: What was learned from previous Xfinity races in Mexico
43:11: Any concerns on making it to Pocono on time?
44:01: Travelling together
46:57: Final thoughts
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