Dirt Cast

Byron Reed - F.A.S.T. Sprint Cars - 07/03/09

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Current Kistler Racing Products F.A.S.T. Championship Series point leader Byron Reed of Monclova, OH joined Dirt Cast to talk about his 20 year career, how he got started, his most memorable moment, how his success on the road has played a factor in winning mulitple track chanmpionships, Attica Raceway Park, Fremont Speedway, the F.A.S.T. Series, what it is doing for local drivers, leading the F.A.S.T. points, what it will take to win the championship, his point battles at Attica and Fremont, his Ohio Speedweek experience, racing with the All Star Circuit of Champions, balancing his business with racing and his plans for the rest of 2009. Reed drives the #5 Reebar Die Casting JEI.

To keep up with Byron Reed visit his website at www.byronreed5.com or visit the series website at www.fastondirt.com

Nick Hoffman - Modifieds 07/03/09

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They just keep getting younger… 17 year old Modfied driver Nick Hoffman of Mooresville, NC joined Dirt Cast to talk about his young career, his success in a modified, East Lincoln Speedway, Carolina Speedway, racing a modified in the Carolina’s, running at Eldora Speedway, his string of wins, racing Ray Evernham’s Speedster in a match race, his relationship with Carl Edwards, his career aspirations, getting a crate late model ride and his plans for the rest of the season. Hoffman drives the #2 Carl Edwards Motorsports Race Mart.

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To keep up with Nick Hoffman visit his website at www.nickhoffmanmotorsports.com

Brooke Tatnell - WoO Sprint Cars - 7/2/09

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:02:26 +0000

Brooke Tatnell took time out of his busy schedule to visit with Stan Meissner of RACEMN.COM to discuss the recently announced sale of the Titan 21au racing team. Brooke shares his thoughts about internet message board posts, his unique sense of humor and his friendships with the people he mentions in his blog. Stan asks Brooke about racing locally during the 2008 season and his background in racing. Brooke talks about his plans for the remainder of the 2009 season including his annual trip back home to Australia and the Jerry Richert Memorial at the Cedar Lake Speedway on September 12.

Jordan Grabowski - IMCA Modifieds / Harris Clash 07/02/09

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Jordan Grabrowski of Beatrice, NE: This ‘Young Gun’ is coming into the 2009 IMCA Harris Clash with some momentum. Jordon Grabowski may be only 20 years old, but he is a name that could write his name into The Harris Clash history books. Grabowski talks about his approach to this year’s Harris Clash in this edition of From the Drivers Seat with Bucky Doren.

The Harris Clash will be broadcast live July 7th and 8th on www.racecastlive.com

Brad Doty - World of Outlaws Sprint Cars / Brad Doty Classic 07/02/09

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SPEED TV analyst, National Sprint Car Hall of Famer and promoter Brad Doty joined Dirt Cast to talk about the upcoming Ohio Logistics 21st Annual Brad Doty Classic, his thoughts on the growth of the race, being a promoter, the race becoming a must win for sprint car drivers, Limaland Motorsports Park and sprint car racing.

To learn more about the Ohio Logistics 21st Annual Brad Doty Classic presented by the University of Northwestern Ohio on July 17, 2009 visit www.limaland.com

Jeremie Hedrick - IMCA Modifieds / Harris Clash 07/01/09

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The 2006 IMCA Harris Clash winner Jeremie Hedrick of Perry, IA talked about winning the event on his first trip to the Knoxville Raceway. Since then he’s fell victim to bad luck. Hedrick is looking to rebound in 2009, and we talk to him about his game plan on this edition of From the Drivers Seat with Bucky Doren. Hedrick drives the #C19 RaceTech Chassis.

The 2009 Harris Clash from Knoxville Raceway will be broadcast July 7th and 8th on www.racecastlive.com

For more info on the Harris Clash visit www.harrisclash.com or www.knoxvilleraceway.com

Tim McCreadie - World of Outlaws Late Models 07/01/09

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2006 World of Outlaws Late Model Champion Tim McCreadie of Watertown, NY joined to Dirt Cast to talk about his return to racing, how he feels after his first stint in a race car in over six months, his quick success, winning in only his fifth start, having his dad present for the win, the support he received, how emotional the win was, where it ranks overall in his career, the flip at Lernerville Speedway, what was going through his mind when it happened and his current racing plans. McCreadie drives the #39 Sweetners Plus Rocket.

Don’t forget to visit www.dirthead.com to purchase his wall graphic to decorate your home, office or garage. When in checkout use promo code “dirtcast” to receive a 10% discount on your order!

To keep up with Tim McCreadie visit his website at www.timmccreadie.com

Dennis Harker - Green Valley Speedway / Crate Nationals 07/01/09

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Green Valley Speedway promoter Dennis Harker of Glencoe, AL joined Dirt Cast to talk about his upcoming Crate Nationals that will pay $25,000 to the winner, his track, why he is promoting this event, his thoughts on crate late model racing, how big he thinks the event will get, his thoughts on national caliber guys getting crate motors for this event, how the event was affected by the March rainout and move to July, attracting new fans to GVS, the schedule, the payout and his future plans for this event.

For more information on Green Valley Speedway and the Crate Nationals visit www.greenvalleyspeedway.com

Jimmy Mars - World of Outlaws Late Models / Firecracker 100 06/30/09

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2009 Firecracker 100 and 2009 Masters winner Jimmy Mars of Menomenie, WI returned to Dirt Cast to talk about his career first World of Outlaws victory in teh Firecracker 100 at Lernerville Speedway, what he was thinnking when he had to go to the rear of the field after a flat tire, his mood at the time, what was going through his mind when he was working his way to the front, what he was thinking when he took the lead, how successful his new chassis has been at that race, his success over the last nine races, winning the Masters at Cedar Lake Speedway, what his success at Cedar Lake means for the upcoming USA Nationals and his World of Outlaws and Lucas Oil Series events he will compete in over the next several weeks. Mars drives the #28 Deppe Eneterprises sponsored MB Custom.

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To keep up with Jimmy mars visit his website at www.jimmymarsracing.com

Ben Geisler - World Racing Group 06/30/09

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World Racing Group Chief Marketing Officer Ben Geisler of Charlotte, NC joined Dirt Cast to talk about the departure of Advance Auto Parts as the title sponsor fo the Super DIRTcar Series, what this does for the Northeast’s premier Big Block Modified series, how this will effect World Racing Group, the economy, attracting corporate sponsors to dirt racing, the possibility of seeing more corporate involvement, adding bigger events each year, the success of the World Finals, the health of World Racing Group and the plans for 2010.

For more information on the World Racing Group and all its brands visit www.worldracinggroup.com

Chris Rhodes - Late Model / Edge Racing Engines 06/29/09

admin — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:05:49 +0000

LateModel driver and owner of Edge Racing Engines Chris Rhodes of Winber, PA joined Dirt Cast to talk about his racing, winning for the first time in 2 1/2 years at Thunder Valley, racing and building motors, the economy, how it has impacted his business, using his team for R&D, working with Jimmy Bernheisel of Lazer Chassis, different motor cominations for different conditions, staying on top of technology advances, the future of the carburated motor and his future plans for his business and race team. Rhodes drives the #CR9 Edge Racing Engines Lazer.

To keep up with Chris Rhodes visit his website at www.chrisrhodesracing.com and www.edgeracingengines.com

Jeff Provinzino - Wissota Late Models / Como Modifieds 06/29/09

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Current Wissota Late Model National point leader Jeff Provinzino of Hibbing, MN joined Dirt Cast to talk about his career, his start to the 2009 season, leading the Wissota National points, the Wissota point system, racing for the title, what it will take to win, driving a modified, the Como Mod Series, his chassis business, what he does to relax and his expectations for the rest of the year. Provinzino drives the #28 Dave Walter Homes Rocket in late model action and the #11K Dave Walter Homes J Car in modified action.

To keep up with Jeff Provinzino visit his website at www.jeffprovinzino.com

Todd Shute - IMCA Modifieds / Harris Clash 06/26/09

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Todd Shute grew up watching races at the famed Knoxville raceway. Now he has a chance to put is name on the long list of winners that have graced Victory Lane. Shute is one of 120 drivers pre-registered for the IMCA Harris Clash (July 7-8, 2009), and he took some time to talk to us about what that event means to the drivers and fans in this edition of From the Drivers Seat with Bucky Doren. Shute drives the #5 TS Web Designs, JR Motorsports sponsored Victory.

Don’t forget to visit www.dirthead.com to purchase Todd shutes wall graphic for your home or garage, when at checout use promo code “dirtcast” to receive a 10% discount on your order!

To keep up with Todd Shute visit his website at www.toddshute.com

Both nights of the Harris Clash, July 7th and 8th will be broadcast on www.racecastlive.com

Jake Knowles - Late Models / Lucas Oil Series 06/26/09

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One of the newest winners on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is regional standout and 2007 Top Tracks Challenge Champion Jake Knowles of Tyrone, GA, he joined Dirt Cast to talk about the biggest win of his career, battling with Scott Bloomquist for the win, the confidence it gives him now going into bigger events, the chances of him going on a national tour, his career, being a second generation driver, the support he receives from his father, Cleveland Speedway, his sponsors, his team and his plans for the rest of the season. Knowles drives the #66 Car Smart Auto Sales, Cleveland Speedway Driving School sponsored Mastersbilt.

To keep up with Jake Knowles visit his website at www.jakeknowles.com

Mike Anderson - Wissota / Como Modifieds 06/25/09

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Wissota Modified and Como Mod Series competitor Mike Anderson of Colfax, WI joined Dirt Cast to talk about his 2008 career, his start to the 2009 season, racing Wissota Modifieds, racing the Como Mod Series, running for the championships, what it will take to win them, his change to a J Car Chassis, his chassis business, being third in Wissota National points and being fifth in com Mod Series points, how he for relaxation and his plans for the rest of 2009.

To keep up with Mike Anderson visit his website at www.onefastmod.tripod.com

Rich Olson - F.A.N.S. Fund / USA Nationals 06/25/09

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Owner and founder of the F.A.N.S. Fund (www.fansfund.com) Rich Olson of Farmington, MN joined Dirt Cast to talk about the F.A.N.S. Fund, how it got started, the success it produced last year, this year’s version, the voting process, how they will pay out the monies, the current top ten and how it is producing more exposure for Cedar Lake Speedway and teh USA Nationals.

To make a donation and vote visit www.fansfund.com

Bob Harris - Harris Clash Promoter 06/24/09

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Bob Harris sat down and talked to us up the upcoming IMCA Harris Clash (July 7-8, 2009) and the famed Knoxville Raceway. Not only is it now a two-day event, but the modifieds will have a new qualifying format. Harris also talked about how the event has grown since its first race back in 1982. That and more in this edition of From the Drivers Seat with Bucky Doren.

The Harris Clash will be broadcast both days on www.racecastlive.com.

To learn more about the Harris Clash visit www.harrisclash.com

Paul McMahan - Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Cars 06/24/09

admin — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:31:09 +0000

Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series presented by K&N comeptitor Paul McMahan of Hendersonville, TN joined Dirt Cast to talk about his 2009 season, running for the Lucas Oil ASCS National title, what Lucas Oil has done to elevate 360 racing, racing on a 360 tour instead of 410’s, the competition on the tour this year, how big the series can get, being his own mechanic, controlling his own success, the possibility of returning to 410’s full time and his plans for the rest of the season. McMahan drives the #3D J&D Motorsports Maxim.

Kevin Sustaire - USMTS Modifieds 06/24/09

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USMTS Southern Series West Region competitor Kevin Sustaire of Emory, TX joined Dirt Cast to talk about his career, his start to the 2009 season, running USMTS events, his past IMCA modified experience, the difference between running USMTS and IMCA, the comeptitors of the USMTS, racing in Texas, balancing work with racing, spending time with family and his plans and expectations for 2009. Sustaire drives the #71K Darby Diesel Repair TRE.

Max Blair - Fastrak City Chevrolet Late Models 06/19/09

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2008 Fastrak City Chevrolet Weeking Racing Series National Champion max Blair of Titusville, PA joined Dirt Cast to talk about his career, his 2008 season, winning the Fastrak Weekly Racing National Championship, what it meant to win int at such a young age, The Fastrak Series, crate late models, his start to the 2009 season, where he would like his career to go, the input he gets from his dad Robbie Blair and his expectations and plans for the 2009 season. Blair drives the #111 Specialty Products sponsored Rocket.

To keep up with Max Blair visit his website at www.blairwon11.com/max/home.htm

Joey Saldana - WoO Sprint Cars 06/19/09

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World of Outlaws Sprint Car driver Joey Saldana of Brownsburg, IN joined Dirt Cast to talk about his season thus far, his ten wins, climbing to second in the points, what has contributed to his early season success, the new flat wing, the relationship with his teammate Craig Dollansky and his expectations for the rest of 2009. Saldana drives the Kasey Kahne owned #9 Budweiser Maxim.

To keep up with Joey Saldana visit his website at www.joeysaldana.com

Brett Root - IMCA Modifieds/ Harris Clash 06/19/09

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V.P. of Operations for IMCA talked about the upcoming IMCA Harris Clash (which will be webcasted on RaceCastLive.com July 7 & 8). Root talks about racing at prestigious place like Knoxville Raceway, what to expect, and more on this edition of From the Drivers Seat with Bucky Doren.

For more information about the Harris Clash visit www.harrisclash.com or IMCA Modified racing visit www.imca.com

Jon Tesch - USMTS Modifieds 06/19/09

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Jon Tesch of Watertown, SD has been on fire in the Midwest. Tesch talked a little about the success, the new race team, and even shared a story about one of the weirdest things he has seen at the track on this edition of From the Drivers Seat with Bucky Doren. Tesch drives the #14 B&E Concrete Ramirez.

Jeep Van Wormer - Lucas Oil Late Models / UMP Summer Nationals 06/19/09

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2009 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Rookie of the year candidate Jeep Van Wormer of Piconning, MI joined Dirt Cast to talk about his having to drop off the Lucas Oil tour, the travel issues associated with living in Michigan, running the Summer Nationals, his win at Brownstown Speedway to open the Summer Nationals, the possibility of racing the whole Summer Nationals and his plans now for the rest of 2009. Van Wormer drives the #55 Bayline Fire Protection, Globe Technologies sponsored Rocket.

To follow Jeep visit his website at www.jeepvanwormer.com

Derrick Rainey - NeSmith Chevrolet Late Models 06/18/09

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NewSmith Chevrolet Dirt Late Model Series Hattiesburg Motorsports Park winner Derrick Rainey of Powder Springs, GA joined Dirt Cast to talk about his career, his 2008 season, his start to the 2009 season, the string of bad luck he endured, his win at Hattiesburg, the NeSmith Series, crate late model racing, being fourth in the national points, his chances of catching Eric Cooley and his plans for the remainder of 2009. Rainey drives the #87 Baro Enterprises, C& S Auto Electric sponsored Warrior.

To keep up with Derrick Rainey and the NeSmith Chevrolet Dirt Late Model Series visit www.nesmithracing.com

Tim Crawley - Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Cars 06/17/09

admin — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:52:10 +0000

2009 Lucas Oil ASCS Speedweeks Champion Tim Crawley of Benton, AR joined Dirt Cast to talk about his career, racing late models, racing modifieds, his love of sprint cars, winning the 2009 Lucas Oil ASCS Speedweeks Championship, his Speedweeks performance, the competition on the ASCS tour, running for the national championship, racing with the USCS, 360 racing, his family and his plans for the rest of 2009. Crawley drives the Mike Ward owned #88 Boater Sports, Senter Farms sponsored Maxim.

Visit www.dirthead.com to purchase Crawley’s wall graphic to decorate your home or garage, when at checkout use promo code “dirtcast” to receive 10% off your order!

To keep up with Tim Crawley visit his website at www.timcrawley.com

Jon Henry - ALMS / UMP Late Models 06/17/09

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Current Sunoco American Late Model Series (ALMS) point leader and Rookie of the Year candidate Jon Henry of Ada, OH joined Dirt Cast to talk about his career, racing modifieds, his quick success in a late model, the difference between the two cars, racing at Eldora Speedway, his Dream experience, leading the ALMS points, his ALMS win at Fremont Speedway, what it would mean to him to win the ALMS Championship in his rookie season, where he would like his career to go, how he got his nickname, his sponsors and his expectaions and plans for the remainder of the year. Henry drives the #1 JEGS, University of Northwestern Ohio sponsored Rocket in late model competition and the #18 JEGS, University of Northwestern Ohio sponsored Intimitator in modified action.

To keep up with Jon Henry visit his website at www.jonhenryracing.com

Chris Shannon - Western Allstars DIRTcar Late Models 06/17/09

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2008 Western Allstars DIRTcar Late Model Series Champion Chris Shannon of Merced, CA joined Dirt CAst to talk about his flag to flag victory at Marysville Raceway Park, being third in points, DIRTcar Western Region, this year’s late model car counts, the travel they endure in California, his trip to the East Coast in February, how it help him this year, racing his modified, how the economy has affected his racing and his plans for the rest of 2009. Shannon drives the #32 Shannon Pump Victory Circle.

Ryan Unzicker - UMP Late Models / Summer Nationals 06/16/09

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2003 Farmer City Raceway Champion and currently fourth in 2009 UMP Summer Nationals points Ryan Unzicker of El Paso, IL joined Dirt Cast to talk about his career, running ARCA and ASA pavement series, the Summer Nationals, his start to the 2009 season, his back to back seconds, gearing up for the next four weeks of racing, his goals for this year’s Summer Nationals, what it would mean for him to win the Summer Nationals and how he has to approach the rest of the Hell Tour. Unzicker drives the #24 RJR Transportation Rayburn.

To keep up with Ryan Unzicker visit his website at www.unzickerracing.com

Kevin Weaver - UMP Late Models / Summer Nationals 06/16/09

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1992 UMP National Late Model Champion and 2000 UMP Summer Nationals Champion and current Summer Nationals point leader Kevin Weaver of Gibson City, IL joined Dirt Cast to talk about the first four races of the 2009 Summer Nationals, leading the points, how difficult the Summer Nationals can be, how important it is to be leading the points early inthe going, four winners in four races, the competition and his expectations for the next four weeks of racing. Weaver drives the #B12 Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches Bill West.

To keep up with Kevin Weaver visit his website at www.kevinweaver.com. To keep up with the 2009 UMP Summer Nationals visit www.thehelltour.com

Tim McCreadie - WoO Late Models 06/12/09

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2006 World of Outlaws Late Model Champion Tim McCreadie of Watertown, NY joined Dirt Cast to talk about his progress back to racing, the setbacks he has had to endure, the difficulty of being away from racing, the clean bill of health from Dr. Trammell, returning to the track, Ohsweken (Ont.) Speedway, coming back at tracks he is familiar with and his plans and expectations. McCreadie drives the #39 Sweetners Plus Rocket.

Don’t forget to go to www.dirthead.com and purchase his wall graphic for your house or garage, when at checkout use promo code “dirtcast” and receive a 10% discount on your order!

To keep up with Tim McCreadie visit his website at www.timmccreadie.com

Kevin “Buzzy” Adams - Wissota Modifieds 06/11/09

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2008 Wissota Modified National Champion Kevin “Buzzy” Adams of Cameron, WI joined Dirt Cast to talk about his hot start to the 2008 season, leading the early national points, his battle and friendship with Blake Jegtvig, his chances for 2009, his DNF’s so far, going back to his home track’s as a National Champion, whether he has a target on his back and how he will approach the 2009 season. Adams drives the #40 Adams Automotive Shaw.

Don’t forget to visit www.dirthead.com and purchase his wall graphic for you home or garage, when at checkout use promo code “dirtcast” to recieve a 10% discount on your order!

To keep up with Adams visit his website at www.buzzyadamsracing.com

Dale Blaney - O’Reilly All Star Sprint Cars 06/12/09

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2008 O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions Champion Dale Blaney of Hartford, OH joined Dirt Cast to talk about his start to the 2009 season, his World of Outlaws win at Attica, his All Star victory at Eldora, the current point standings, getting off to a fast start, the new flat wing, 410 racing, the economy and sponsors, the All Star competition this season and his expectations for the rest of 2009. Blaney drives the #2 George Fisher Racing, Ti22 Performance Maxim.

Keep up with Dale blaney by visiting his website at www.daleblaney.com

Brandon Martin - F.A.S.T Sprint Cars 06/11/09

admin — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:55:35 +0000

Kistler Racing Products Fremont/ Attica Sprint Title (F.A.S.T.) Championship Series competitor and current point leader Brandon Martin of Attica, OH joined Dirt Cast to talk about his start to the 2009 season, the new F.A.S.T. Sprint Car series, the decision to stay closer to home, racing with the O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions, leading the points, lady luck, his career and where he would like it to go, the competition at Attica and Fremont, being hard on himself and his plans and expectations for the season. Martin drives the #11 Martin Excavating and Trucking Maxim.

To keep up with Brandon Martin visit his website at www.brandonmartinracing.com

Josh McQuire - Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour - 6/09/09

admin — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:54:19 +0000

On the show was Josh McGuire of Grayson, KY who is currently 10th in the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Championship Points Standings. He is coming off of a ninth place finish in the last LOLMDS event back on May 30th at Florence (KY) Speedway. He will talk about his season to date and his hopes for moving up in the series point’s standings as the season progresses.