The Dirt Parlor
The Dirt Parlor
Podcast Description
The Dirt Parlor is "The Voice of the Industry"! Coverage for Dirt Racing across the country including Late Models, Sprint Cars, Midgets, and more!
The Dirt Parlor is more than just 2 guys talking racing. We are going to have special guests such as National Touring Racers, Regional Racers, Sponsors, Promoters, Crew Chiefs, Series Directors, and most importantly the Legends who built our sport to what it is today.
The two hosts, Gordy Gundaker and Don Martin, have been part of dirt racing for numerous years in their own different ways.
Gordy, a dirt late model racer, who's family owns and operates Tri City Speedway has 15 years of Late Model racing under his belt. His character and personality speak for itself. He has a passion for the sport and is not afraid to tell you what is on his mind.
Don Martin, who was a columnist for Dirt Racing for 30 years, has seen and been to it all. Along the way he has built relationships with Drivers, Team Owners, Promoters, and more. When it comes to knowledge of everything dirt racing, there is no one better than the Warden himself!
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The show covers a spectrum of topics within dirt racing, including interviews with both legendary and emerging drivers, breakdowns of specific races, discussions on race formats, and the business side of the sport. Notable episodes highlight race recaps like the Illinois Speedweek, driver insights from Tyler Courtney, and reflections on historic wins by Billy Moyer, emphasizing the competition and challenges faced by racers.
The Dirt Parlor is “The Voice of the Industry”! Coverage for Dirt Racing across the country including Late Models, Sprint Cars, Midgets, and more!
The Dirt Parlor is more than just 2 guys talking racing. We are going to have special guests such as National Touring Racers, Regional Racers, Sponsors, Promoters, Crew Chiefs, Series Directors, and most importantly the Legends who built our sport to what it is today.
The two hosts, Gordy Gundaker and Don Martin, have been part of dirt racing for numerous years in their own different ways.
Gordy, a dirt late model racer, who’s family owns and operates Tri City Speedway has 15 years of Late Model racing under his belt. His character and personality speak for itself. He has a passion for the sport and is not afraid to tell you what is on his mind.
Don Martin, who was a columnist for Dirt Racing for 30 years, has seen and been to it all. Along the way he has built relationships with Drivers, Team Owners, Promoters, and more. When it comes to knowledge of everything dirt racing, there is no one better than the Warden himself!
The dirt racing season is heating up, and this week on the Dirt Parlor, Gordy Gundaker and Don Martin break down the opening stretch of the DIRTcar Summer Nationals. The guys discuss Shannon Babb’s impressive return to victory lane at Brownstown and Fairbury, the early championship contenders emerging on the Hell Tour, and what fans can expect as the series heads to legendary stops like Farmer City Raceway and Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55. They also recap key storylines from the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series and preview a major weekend at Smoky Mountain Speedway.
The conversation continues with a look at the innovative Devin Moran event at Muskingum County Speedway, where a unique team format and strong sponsor involvement created one of the most talked-about races of the season. Gordy shares his thoughts on standout performances from Bobby Pierce, Dan Ebert, and several of the sport’s top Late Model drivers while discussing how events like this help grow dirt racing and create new opportunities for racers, teams, and sponsors alike.
On the Sprint Car side, the spotlight turns to Brent Marks’ huge Knoxville Raceway victory, the intense High Limit Racing championship battle, and one of the richest weeks of sprint car racing all year. The hosts preview the Huset’s High Bank Nationals and the Jim Raper Memorial Super Dirt Cup at Skagit Speedway, discuss the drivers to watch, and break down the biggest storylines heading into a massive week of racing. Plus, Gordy and Don send their support to legendary crew chief Ricky Warner as he continues his health battle.
🔥 Shoutout to Our Sponsors: A huge thank you to Hoker Trucking, Nutrien, Millard Parker-Millard Family Chapels, Checkered Customs, Dave Warren Powersports, Dirt Crew Chief, Hotrod Septic Treatment, Ace Doran Hauling & Rigging and FK Rod Ends for their support. Your commitment fuels the passion, competition, and community that make dirt racing great!
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