The Teardown

Tyler Reddick's meteoric 2026 season continues with a well fought victory at Kansas Speedway. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case, and they took to the airwaves LIVE after the race to discuss Toyota and 23XI's dominance, Kyle Larson's near win and Trackhouse/Richard Childress Racing's struggles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NASCAR circus continues on down the road, journeying from the high banks of Bristol to the lightning fast precision of Kansas. Motorsports reporter Jeff Gluck takes a comprehensive look at everything happening in motorsports on this week's episode of the Gluckcast. He checks in with Front Row Motorsports racer Todd Gilliland after he scored his career best short track Cup finish at the Last Great Colosseum. Jeff also welcomes the legendary Kyle Petty to the show to talk about his upcoming Charity Ride Across America and the family dynamics of NASCAR. Fellow motorsports reporter Matt Weaver joins the show to give listeners a look at the recent CARS Tour event at the historic Nashville Fairgrounds, as well as what the future might have in store for the track. Finally, Jeff sits down with rising superstar Jade Avedisian to learn more about her transition from the dirt racing world to stock cars, and what to expect this coming weekend in Kansas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For a while it seemed like another Kyle Larson Bristol beatdown, but late race calamity changed things in a hurry. Ty Gibbs was able to break through for his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at the Last Great Colosseum. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case and took to the airwaves after the race to discuss the meaning of Ty's first victory, Toyota's continued dominance and Hendrick Motorsports struggles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time for the Last Great Colosseum. Will we have another tire debacle at Bristol on our hands like we've seen in the last two years? Motorsports reporter Jeff Gluck is trying to figure that out, and he sits down with Joey Logano and Goodyear Director of Racing Justin Fantozzi to get some insight. Also, he unpacks the big weekend in Rockingham and chats with first time O'Reilly Series winner William Sawalich. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NASCAR Cup might be off this weekend, but we are at the dawn of one of the most highly anticipated O'Reilly Series debuts in history. You may be sick of hearing about Cleetus McFarland already, but motorsports reporter Jeff Gluck is charmed with the Youtube celebrity's earnest efforts to prepare for his high pressure opportunity. Jeff invites Cleetus to this week's edition of the Gluckcast to talk preparation and expectation ahead of this weekend in Rockingham. He also sits down with Casey Mears to discuss the quest for 500 Cup starts and the Athletic's Formula One liaison Luke Smith to catch up on the turbulence the series has dealt with thus far this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hendrick Motorsports finally has a win on the board in 2026, thanks to Chase Elliott and Alan Gustafson rolling the dice on pit strategy. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case in Martinsville, and they took to the airwaves after the race to debate whether HMS is breathing a sigh of relief, or if there is still work to be done to catch up with the Toyotas this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After Tyler Reddick's fourth win through six races of the NASCAR Cup Series season, Motorsports reporter Jeff Gluck sits down to discuss the Good Race Poll results, race winners overcoming obstacles, and the Hall of Fame debate that has taken gripped the NASCAR media landscape over the last several days. Jeff welcomes NASCAR Cup Series driver Zane Smith onto the show and, despite issues with his webcam, discussed his season so far and the up-and-down nature of his career journey in stock car racing. With Martinsville headlining the weekend, short track ace Ryan Preece joined Jeff to discuss his success in the Next Gen car at the famous half-mile and a potential new nickname should he capture the victory. The talk of the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series garage has been Parker Retzlaff who joined the show to chat about the family he's found at Viking Motorsports and how he managed his career, including a stint in the Coca Cola iRacing Series. Plus, Gluck gives his thoughts on a recent tangle between four time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen and a fellow reporter. Don't forget to check out the merch at shop.dirtymomedia.com! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What a start it's been for Tyler Reddick in 2026. He's now won four of the first six events, including superspeedways, a road course and an intermediate. Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case in Darlington, and they took to the airwaves after the race to chat about Tyler and 23XI Racing's hot streak, RFK's impressive showing and Hendrick Motorsports struggles. Plus, the guys give their team power rankings for so far this year and an updated look at the points race.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Denny Hamlin captured his 61st NASCAR Cup Series victory in Las Vegas, but the big story of the week was Daniel Suarez and Ross Chastain's confrontational spillover on pit road. Motorsports reporter Jeff Gluck dove into the story with both feet, interviewing Daniel on SiriuxSM and then inviting Ricky Stenhouse Jr., the honorary last driver to throw a punch and pay for it, to the Gluckcast to discuss the topic at large. Jeff also chats with Justin Allgaier on the heels of the news that Alex Bowman will be missing the next three races due to lingering affects of vertigo. Justin has been tabbed as the substitute for the 48, and will be juggling getting the car back into points contention along with his day job, driving the JR Motorsports number-7 and leading the O'Reilly Series points.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Denny wins in the desert is a story we've all heard before, but this time it's his 61st NASCAR Cup victory. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case, and they took to the airwaves after the race to discuss Toyota's continued dominance in 2026 and how the points standings are starting to look the way we all imagined they would. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As NASCAR moves on from Phoenix to Las Vegas, motorsports reporter Jeff Gluck sits down with two drivers who find themselves at opposite ends of the new points format: Chase Briscoe and Shane Van Gisbergen. They both discuss how their teams are strategizing for the new format, including having an average point total goal for each week to help keep them above the Chase cut-off line. Jeff also chats with reporter Bob Pockrass to learn more about the upcoming IndyCar Series events in Arlington and Washington D.C. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What didn't Team Penske win this weekend in Phoenix? After David Malukas captured the pole and Josef Newgarden brought home first place honors in the IndyCar portion of the doubleheader, Joey Logano laid down the quickest lap and Ryan Blaney captured the win in the NASCAR Cup Series. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case, and they took to the airwaves post-race to unpack what ended up being a chaotic, tire-cutting affair in the desert. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Motorsports has always thrived off of the personalities of its competitors. On this episode of the Gluckcast, motorsports journalist Jeff Gluck takes a peek under the helmet and helps paint a picture of some of the most compelling driver-related stories in the sport today. On the heels of a grueling afternoon at COTA that saw him pass out from heat exhaustion, AJ Allmendinger chats with Jeff about his grit and fortitude, and not wanting to give up despite a cool shirt failure during the race. Ty Dillon joins the show to help listeners understand why Richard Childress Racing is taking a chance on the unproven talent of Cleetus McFarland. IndyCar driver and personality Conor Daly calls in to chat about the star power of Pato O'Ward and how it's helping the series rise to new popularity on an international scale. Finally, legendary film director John Dahl joins the show to talk about the importance of the NASCAR Full Speed series and how it helps to humanize drivers to race fans and viewers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As NASCAR embarks on its 77th season of competition, one would think there are no records left within reach of breaking. Tyler Reddick denied that notion today, as he became the first driver in NASCAR history to win the first three races of a season. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case, and they reconvened for a new episode of the Teardown to unpack Tyler's historic feat and how he held off none other than SVG to capture the first road course race of the year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Atlanta this past weekend was exhilarating, and Jeff Gluck is here to put a bow on it. He sits down with the major news makers of the week, including Carson Hocevar who found himself in the headlines again despite coming up short in the Cup race and Rajah Caruth, who is quietly putting together an excellent O'Reilly Series season. Jeff also chats with young phenom Brent Crews ahead of his O'Reilly Series debut and the man who makes the exciting calls for the series, commentator Adam Alexander. Plus, Jeff reacts to the NASCAR All-Star race format and looks ahead to COTA and St. Pete. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NASCAR fans were in for another edition of high-banks, drafting calamity this weekend in Hotlanta. NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi have the scoop as Tyler Reddick captured his second consecutive win to kick off the 2026 season.  The guys discuss 23XI Racing's hot start and some of the struggles other championship contenders are showing early on so far this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Gluckcast is officially here! Longtime motorsports journalist Jeff Gluck debuts his new mid-week talk show, which will cover the latest storylines and opinions as well as interviews with current newsmakers in the industry. In the first episode, Jeff ties up loose ends from Daytona, chatting with Dale Earnhardt Jr. about his latest viral video clip and debating Freddie Kraft about Cleetus McFarland's NASCAR Truck debut. He also catches up with Riley Herbst and unpacks the chaotic finish of the Great American Race. Finally, Jeff sits down with NASCAR Race Director Tim Bermann to discuss the consistency in the calls throughout the Daytona weekend and how the booth held the yellows to allow the races to play out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Great American Race is officially in the books, and Tyler Reddick broke through to capture the biggest win in his career. Our resident reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the scene in Daytona, and they checked into the Teardown to discuss what was a relatively controversy-free race, what to do about fuel saving and how the points are looking after race one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were back at NASCAR media day to do the unthinkable: interview the entire Cup garage in one sitting. After nearly seven straight hours of interviews, we're bringing your our favorite moments of the day including Erik Jones hunting for mountain lions, Ryan Blaney's llama and Joey Logano's new look.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Clash is in the books, and the teams are heading south to Daytona. This can mean only mean one thing: the 2026 NASCAR season is officially underway. In true Teardown tradition, our hosts Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi reconvene to rank the 2026 Cup Series roster and give a team-by-team analysis. They also take the opportunity to make some very early championship picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Through a massive snow storm and an unexpected burst of sleet, NASCAR was finally able to complete the Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the scene in Winston Salem, North Carolina, and they reported for another edition of the Teardown to unpack the action and debate the future of the event. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2026 is starting off with a bang as NASCAR announced it's new championship format ahead of the racing season. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were live on the scene as a press conference was held featuring Dale Earnhardt Jr., Mark Martin, Steve O'Donnell and others to introduce a ten-race Chase for the Championship-style points format. The guys react to the news and welcome Mark Martin onto the show to talk about how this change came to be and what fans can look forward this year.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A settlement has been reached in the historic NASCAR Antitrust trial. Our resident reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi check-in for an emergency episode to fill listeners in on what the two sides agreed upon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

23XI and Front Row Motorsports lawyers wrap up their case today, and the NASCAR Antitrust trial moves into NASCAR's defense. Our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were back in the courtroom as NASCAR cross examined Jim France and heard testimony from NASCAR CFO Greg Motto and one of the leading engineers of the Next Gen car, John Probst.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We had a blockbuster day in the NASCAR Antitrust Trial, as Steve Phelps, Richard Childress and Jim France all took the stand. Thankfully, our resident NASCAR reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were on the case, and the took over the airwaves tonight to fill listeners in on everything that transpired during day seven. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are officially in the second week in the trial of the century. We started out hearing more cross examination of RTA Executive Director Jonathan Marshall and we also heard expert testimony from Edward Snyder. Our resident reporters Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi were back in the courtroom, and they fill listeners in on everything that happened during day six. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We have reach the end of the first week of the NASCAR anti-trust trial, and what a way to wrap up the week. After hearing testimony from NASCAR President Steve O'Donnell and co-owner of Joe Gibbs Racing Heather Gibbs, none other than Michael Jordan took the stand. Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi continued to take notes in the courtroom, and they again took to the airwaves this evening to fill listeners one what transpired in day five. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The trial of the century continues on. Today we continue to hear cross examination of Front Row Motorsports' owner Bob Jenkins. After his testimony concluded, NASCAR President Steve O'Donnell took the stand. Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi continue their excellent courthouse coverage as the trial rolls towards the end of its first week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Day 3 of the NASCAR antitrust lawsuit began with NASCAR executive Scott Prime returning to the stand. Later, Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins provided witness testimony. During the proceedings, the jury had reactions to some of the questions asked, and with the jury out of the room, Judge Bell addressed NASCAR’s lawyers regarding two matters related to evidentiary orders. Legal analyst Shannon McMinimee also joined the discussion to break down the day’s events. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Day 2 of the NASCAR antitrust lawsuit saw fiery and combative testimony from Denny Hamlin, followed by NASCAR executive Scott Prime, who was questioned on NASCAR's potentially monopolistic practices.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports trial is underway in Charlotte. Jeff and Jordan share all the key details from Day 1, including Denny Hamlin's testimony, opening statements and jury selection. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Motorsports writers Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi are joined by attorney Shannon McMinimee to preview the 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports vs. NASCAR monopoly trial, which begins Dec. 1 in Charlotte, N.C. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Week 1 of the offseason, Jeff and Jordan have been appointed czars of NASCAR -- honorary France family members -- for a day. Here's what they would do to turn NASCAR around and try to make the fans happy again.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff and Jordan digest the outcome of the 2025 NASCAR Championship Race at Phoenix and talk to the new Cup champion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff and Jordan react to NASCAR determining its Championship 4 drivers at Martinsville Speedway and share their analysis for the title race next week at Phoenix Raceway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two organizations blow a golden chance to secure a Championship 4 berth, clearing the path for another team to win at Talladega Superspeedway instead. Jeff and Jordan are on site in Alabama to discuss all things 'Dega, the impact on the playoffs and the latest news of the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first puzzle piece of this season's Championship 4 is now set, with one driver scoring the victory at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in stirring fashion. Jeff and Jordan break down what the milestone win means and how it will affect the playoffs going forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The playoff elimination battle at the Roval comes down to the final lap while the race for the win turns into a runaway. Jeff and Jordan break down the four drivers who missed the cut, look at the next round and debate whether the ending of Sunday's race was legal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One driver goes eighth to first in two laps to score a surprising Kansas Speedway victory in overtime while a group of drivers are left wondering what might have been. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Team Penske is up to its familiar playoff routine and dominates New Hampshire while another team has some drama between two of its drivers. Plus Jeff gives the latest update on where things stand with NASCAR's playoff committee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A surprising high-wear tire race at Bristol Motor Speedway presents a puzzle for playoff teams as Round 1 ends. Jeff and Jordan look back on a wild race, talk about who missed the cut and what the playoffs might look like going forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff and Jordan discuss the fallout from the Round 1 NASCAR playoff race at World Wide Technology Raceway -- and Jeff has suddenly changed his tune on who the championship favorites are. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Southern 500 winner joins Jeff and Jordan for the first half of the show! Then the guys discuss one team's big struggles at Darlington, run through the playoff field's outlook and share the latest from the 23XI/Front Row/NASCAR lawsuit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Austin Dillon talks PBR, tacos in Welcome, NC, celebrating Richmond with a burnout in his gold Camaro, and pushing through broken ribs. Kyle Larson shares how his daughter Audrey flipped a kart and called it “fun,” his hands-off parenting style at the track, and the 5 team’s rollercoaster season. Christopher Bell recalls Adam Stevens smashing pit box monitors, his friendship with Chase Briscoe, and gives his honest thoughts on NASCAR’s championship format. Denny Hamlin trades trash talk for fishing stories, breaks down penalties and Playoff chaos, and questions how NASCAR builds star power. William Byron reflects on his regular season title, closing races stronger, and balancing impostor syndrome with growing confidence as a leader. Bubba Wallace claps back at “Fakebook” headlines, talks consistency and strollers, and explains why the Roval and Talladega could be his sweet spot. Tyler Reddick addresses the mullet slander, life as a two-time dad, optimism for Darlington, and where he wishes NASCAR would race next. Josh Berry talks about his first Cup Media Day, being overlooked, optimism for Darlington, and ranks his kids’ favorite (awful) shows. Timestamps: 1:00 - Austin Dillon 16:05 - Kyle Larson 27:00 - Christopher Bell 39:31 -  Denny Hamlin 52:15 - William Byron 1:07:02 - Bubba Wallace 1:22:04 - Tyler Reddick 1:38:45 - Josh Berry  

Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi sit down with Austin Cindric, Chase Elliott, Chase Briscoe, Ryan Blaney, Shane Van Gisbergen, Alex Bowman, Joey Logano and Ross Chastain in Part 1 of their Playoff Media Day special, and you know The Teardown doesn’t do standard, boring conversation. Jeff and Jordan had Blaney talking about baby strollers, Cindric cracking jokes about getting buried in a car, Logano telling them what ticks him off the most, and we’re pretty sure Bowman is avoiding anything with more than four legs from now on. Driver interviews: :45 Austin Cindric 6:59 Chase Elliott 22:15 Chase Briscoe 36:04 Ryan Blaney 50:23 Shane Van Gisbergen 1:02:14 Alex Bowman 1:13:40 Joey Logano 1:26:17 Ross Chastain

Jeff and Jordan are on site at Daytona International Speedway to discuss the NASCAR Cup Series regular season finale, offer their playoff predictions and share thoughts on the latest news of the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NASCAR sees its biggest upset of the season as a surprise winner shakes up the playoff picture with two races remaining in the regular season. The guys dive into what it means for the driver and his team, take a look at the impact on the other postseason hopefuls and discuss Jordan's latest NASCAR schedule news. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The latest in a string of lackluster NASCAR Cup Series races has Jeff and Jordan taking the temperature of the fan base -- and not being optimistic about what they find. Plus the guys debate the GOAT of NASCAR road course racing and take a look at the playoff picture with two races remaining in the regular season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another fuel-mileage race, this time at Iowa Speedway, sees one driver stretch his gas tank for the final 144 laps of the race to return to victory lane. Jeff and Jordan break it all down and discuss the latest in the race to the playoffs as well as this week's NASCAR news and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One driver gets his first career NASCAR crown jewel victory in dramatic fashion at the Brickyard 400 and wins his way into the playoffs. Meanwhile, the NASCAR playoff format debate pops up again -- and Jeff has some revealing information about where things stand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the late restarts between Joe Gibbs Racing teammates to Chase Elliott's questionable pit strategy to the In-Season Challenge, Jeff and Jordan break down all things Dover Motor Speedway in the latest episode of The Teardown. Plus the guys talk covering the small teams and give the latest lawsuit update. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sonoma sees a predictable winner and more road course domination from one driver, and the In-Season Bracket Challenge sees a Cinderella advance to the final four. Plus the guys discuss the return of the Clash to Bowman Gray Stadium and weigh what the latest developments in the 23XI/Front Row lawsuit against NASCAR mean. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After what may have been the final edition of the Chicago Street Course Race, Jeff and Jordan recap one driver's predictable victory and break down the actual surprises from the race and the In-Season Challenge.

An incredible Atlanta race leaves Jeff and Jordan buzzing about the 1.5-mile track's transformation and the guys dissect the impact of a wide-open wild card race on the season as a whole. Plus they go through the first race of the In-Season Challenge results and review TNT's return to NASCAR coverage.

One driver preserves his fuel against tall odds to win for the first time this season while dirty air thwarts his competitors at Pocono Raceway. Plus Jeff and Jordan discuss all the latest NASCAR news, including the potential San Diego street race, the in-season tournament, Carson Hocevar's fine and Amazon Prime Video's coverage.

Jeff and Jordan are live from Mexico City -- and joined by NASCAR's Ben Kennedy to open the show -- to discuss their experience at NASCAR's first international points race for the Cup Series since 1958.

Jeff and Jordan are both on site at Michigan International Speedway to rave about the excellent racing they witnessed, discuss all the happenings from the weekend and look ahead to the Mexico City race. Also, the guys discuss Ram's re-entry into the Truck Series and give their take on the latest from the 23XI vs. NASCAR lawsuit.

Jeff and Jordan dissect all things Nashville, including a breakthrough win for one driver and a clash between a newcomer and a veteran. Plus the guys weigh in on the latest news, including Jim France's now-defunct plans to fund a car at Sonoma.

With a night to sleep on what they saw at Indy and Charlotte, Jeff and Jordan debate whether The Double is possible in the future, examine Ross Chastain's excellent season, ponder what was so good about the Amazon Prime broadcast and discuss the Indy 500 as well.

With Jordan at the NASCAR All-Star Race and Jeff at Indianapolis 500 qualifying, the guys compare notes on their observations from the race weekend and are joined by Indy 500 polesitter Robert Shwartzman. From the promoter's caution to the future of the All-Star Race to the bravery of Indy 500 drivers, there's plenty to discuss this week.

Kansas turns into one driver's playground yet again as the track fails to live up to its recent string of memorable races. Jeff and Jordan discuss what role domination plays in how a race is viewed, offer the latest on the 23XI/Front Row vs. NASCAR lawsuit and weigh in on what tracks would make their championship rotation.

The guys explore the roots of a chaotic Texas race and ponder the missed opportunities for many drivers in Sunday's race. Plus Jeff and Jordan revisit the "run what you brung" conversation after a week of debate.

A clean and green Talladega race has Jeff and Jordan discussing the state of superspeedway racing again, plus Jeff goes on an epic rant after hearing some news from Jordan. Also, the guys talk about the latest NASCAR news including Homestead as the season finale and Rodney Childers being fired from Spire Motorsports.

A disappointing race at Bristol Motor Speedway leaves Jeff and Jordan disagreeing on where to point the finger. Plus, the guys talk about Kyle Larson's dominance and reflect on the loss of two friends close to the NASCAR world this week.

One driver dominates at Darlington only to see his victory disappear, while another comes out of nowhere to steal a victory at the "Track Too Tough To Tame." Jeff and Jordan are on-site together for the first time since Daytona to discuss everything they saw this weekend and discuss various other news topics in NASCAR this week.

One driver tames Martinsville Speedway for the sixth time, but Jeff and Jordan can't look past the eventful Xfinity Series race on Saturday as the talk of the weekend. Plus the guys talk about their ideas for what else could be done to spice up NASCAR short track racing.

A naturally unfolding race at Homestead-Miami Speedway reignites championship talk and sees one driver's talent shine through. Jeff and Jordan discuss the future for Homestead and examine the NASCAR Cup Series field after six points races so far this season.

NASCAR gets a surprising winner at Las Vegas Motor Speedway for the first intermediate track race of the season, raising questions about what this means for the current power team dynamics in the Cup Series.

Goodyear's "option tire" works its magic at Phoenix Raceway, opening a world of possibilities for NASCAR. Plus Jeff and Jordan discuss the latest win from a breakout star and take stock of how the field is shaping up after the first short track race of the season.

Jeff and Jordan are back to dissect all the twists and turns of NASCAR's latest visit to Circuit of the Americas in Austin. The guys discuss which drivers are hot and not, a confusing policy change and COTA's future on the NASCAR schedule.

The timing of another last-lap yellow flag mars the ending of an otherwise-spectacular NASCAR race at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Jeff and Jordan discuss the inconsistent cautions, Carson Hocevar's aggressive racing and a new way to watch NASCAR.

After the seas part for one driver to win his second Daytona 500, Jeff and Jordan are live from Daytona International Speedway to share their thoughts on the 67th running of the Great American Race.

The entire 2025 NASCAR Cup Series visited with The Teardown over the course of nearly seven hours on Daytona 500 Media Day. Here are some of our favorite moments. Drivers featured in this episode include (in order): Joey Logano, William Byron, Chase Elliott, Carson Hocevar, Christopher Bell, Denny Hamlin, Ryan Blaney, Bubba Wallace, Helio Castroneves, Martin Truex Jr., Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Larson, Ty Gibbs, Daniel Suarez, Brad Keselowski, Austin Dillon and Ryan Preece. To check out the full video from Media Day (with 10-minute interviews from every driver), visit Dirty Mo Media's YouTube page. https://www.youtube.com/live/JbrvCSnexMY?si=tp-EPMq0NtX4KwSw

Jeff and Jordan are live on site at Bowman Gray Stadium for the Clash and discuss NASCAR's first race at the Winston-Salem track since 1971. Plus the guys talk about the future of the Clash and where it should go next.

It's race week! Jeff and Jordan preview the Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium and give their 2025 NASCAR playoff picks, including their Championship 4 and season champion. Plus the guys digest the latest rules update from NASCAR officials.

After NASCAR drops a flurry of rules changes for the upcoming 2025 season, Jeff and Jordan take the green flag on a new season of The Teardown by sorting through all of them. From the controversial new "Open Exemption Provisional" to the revamped DVP policy, the guys share their opinion on how the new rules could impact NASCAR this year.

In this episode, Jeff and Jordan wrap up the 2024 season of The Teardown by fielding your questions for two hours. Also, the esteemed Holly Cain joins the guys to discuss her new book and join in on answering some of the listener questions as well.

A magic genie visits Jeff and Jordan to grant them a series of wishes, with one catch: They can only change things about the 2024 NASCAR season. Check out the picks the guys came up with in our latest offseason episode.

After discussing the latest NASCAR news (like the breakup of Chris Gabehart and Denny Hamlin's crew chief/driver pairing) , Jeff and Jordan take a swing at answering The Athletic's weekly 12 Questions series. From Jordan's worst dating story to Jeff's biggest regret, you might learn something new about the guys this week.

Jeff and Jordan reunite in Las Vegas to review their most memorable moments of the recently completed NASCAR season. From controversies to clutch performances to the courtroom, 2024 seemed to have a little bit of everything.

Jeff and Jordan discuss the outcome of the 2024 NASCAR championship race before getting into a heated debate on the merits of the playoff system. Plus the guys share their thoughts on the end of Martin Truex Jr.'s career, Xfinity Series champion Justin Allgaier and the latest in the 23XI/Front Row lawsuit against NASCAR.

Controversy overshadows a stirring playoff race at Martinsville Speedway, leaving Jeff and Jordan to try and sort through the aftermath. Plus the guys digest the championship field and make their title picks for each of the three NASCAR national series.

A phenomenal, instant classic race at Homestead-Miami Speedway has Jeff and Jordan raving about what they just watched. Plus the guys make predictions for what could happen at Martinsville and debate Homestead's place on the NASCAR calendar.

The NASCAR Playoffs take another wild turn at Las Vegas Motor Speedway as several contenders run into trouble while a surprising driver locks himself into the Championship 4. Jeff and Jordan examine the playoff picture for the remaining seven drivers trying to race their way into Phoenix and weigh in on their chances of doing so.

An exciting battle for the elimination line gets overshadowed by Alex Bowman's shocking disqualification in postrace inspection, which breaks late in the episode and offers Jeff and Jordan a chance to give a live reaction. Plus the guys predict their final four, champion and talk about what happened in Parker Kligerman's controversial loss on Saturday.

Talladega shakes up the playoff picture again while some questionable officiating leaves Jeff and Jordan scratching their heads. Plus the guys give the latest on the 23XI/Front Row lawsuit and look ahead to the Charlotte Roval.

The racing world woke up to the tremor of seismic news as it was announced that 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports have filed an antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR and Jim France. Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi helped break the story for the Athletic earlier and took to the airwaves this afternoon for an emergency broadcast of the Teardown diving deep into the court filing. With the assistance of antitrust lawyer Jeffrey Kessler, the teams’ filing alleges that NASCAR has performed anticompetitive practices and monopolistic control. What does this mean for the future of NASCAR? Jeff and Jordan weigh in on the possible outcomes of this truly historic moment. 

From championship contenders to drivers looking for their first victory of 2024, missed chances were rampant at Kansas Speedway. Jeff and Jordan discuss all the playoff implications, take another look at the Bristol tire situation and talk about the potential pre-Talladega fix to cars getting airborne.   Get $200 in bonus bets when you place your first $5 bet on FanDuel by going to fanduel.com/teardown. Must be 21+ and present in North Carolina. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov.

A surprising and disappointing Bristol Night Race leaves Jeff and Jordan wondering what happened to the much-anticipated tire falloff that was supposed to play a major factor in the Round 1 elimination event. The guys also take a look at Goodyear's role in NASCAR short track racing, examine the prospects for the remaining playoff drivers and reminisce about Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s impact on the sport. Visit our sponsor FanDuel at fanduel.com/teardown. 21+ and present in North Carolina. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov.

A surprisingly chaotic Watkins Glen race scrambles the Round 1 NASCAR playoffs picture heading into Bristol. Jeff and Jordan react to the shakeup, dive into the surprising tire wear developments (or lack thereof) and discuss the exciting debut of Connor Zilisch.

Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi sit down with each of the 16 drivers in the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs: Joey Logano, Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell, Tyler Reddick, William Byron, Alex Bowman, Austin Cindric, Chase Elliott, Daniel Suarez, Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs. You'll hear drivers' candid thoughts on the Playoff format, option tires, and much more. Jeff and Jordan keep it fresh by throwing some interesting questions in the mix.

The NASCAR Playoffs begin at Atlanta Motor Speedway, with Jeff and Jordan both on site to break down all the action from the 2024 postseason opener. Plus, the guys take a deep dive into the status of NASCAR's charter agreement negotiations.

The 2024 NASCAR Cup Series regular season concludes at Darlington Raceway with an exciting and eventful race, and a driver in desperate need of a win ends up in victory lane at the Southern 500. Jeff and Jordan break down how the 26th race finished, digest some of the near-misses that impacted the playoff picture and make their picks for the Championship 4 and 2024 Cup winner.

The summer Daytona race delivers thrills yet again, with a shocking new winner to shake up the playoff picture. Jeff and Jordan are on site at the World Center of Racing to sort through what they just witnessed, including two airborne crashes on Saturday night.

After a postponed NASCAR race at Michigan wrapped up on Monday afternoon, Jeff and Jordan examine the playoff picture, regular season championship and debate the start times of races.

Jeff and Jordan jump back onto the podcast to talk about NASCAR's decision to strip Austin Dillon of his playoff eligibility Wednesday following the last-lap wrecks at Richmond. Was it the right call? And what does it mean for future finishes that involve contact?

A controversial finish at Richmond leaves Jeff and Jordan in a heated debate about how NASCAR should officiate. Plus the guys examine the ever-changing playoff picture and discuss the success of the new option tires.

The Brickyard 400 returns to the oval, meaning Jeff and Jordan have plenty of thoughts about the racing and some controversial calls. Also, the guys take a look at the current playoff picture and project their Championship 4 with four races remaining in the regular season.

One driver reaffirms his status as a contender, but a strategy play at Pocono leads Jeff and Jordan to wonder how much meaning the Tricky Triangle carries for the rest of the season. Meanwhile, the guys debate the Corey LaJoie-Kyle Busch incident, examine the impact of Ross Chastain's crash on the playoff situation and digest some of the recent NASCAR news.

Jeff and Jordan are live from the Art Institute of Chicago — also known as the Chicago Street Course Race media center — to break down all things Year 2 for NASCAR Chicago. The guys debate whether the rain-affected race could have gone differently, ponder a penalty for Bubba Wallace and Jordan gives his concert review of The Chainsmokers.

One driver makes his fuel last through a NASCAR Cup Series record five overtimes at Nashville Superspeedway, changing the playoff picture with seven races remaining. Jeff and Jordan discuss all things Nashville, including the Kyle Larson/Denny Hamlin rivalry and a pair of questionable calls from race control.

Wet weather tires get their first mid-race test in the NASCAR Cup Series, leaving Jeff and Jordan to dissect both the good and the bad elements of the situation. Plus Jordan drops some Bianchi Bombs on upcoming NASCAR schedule changes and the guys digest the state of the playoff picture halfway through the season.

Jeff and Jordan are live from Iowa Speedway to discuss everything that happened in Sunday night's inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race. Plus the guys talk about Martin Truex Jr.'s retirement, his potential replacement and the current playoff picture.

A topsy-turvy Sonoma race leaves Jeff and Jordan with plenty to discuss, including the new NASCAR term you should never say. Plus, the guys look ahead to what's next at Iowa.

An out-of-nowhere winner at Gateway shakes up the NASCAR playoff picture and Kyle Larson's continued limbo with his waiver status leads to another heated conversation. 

Kyle Larson's Double attempt gets ruined by rain, sparking a heated debate between Jeff and Jordan on NASCAR's waiver rule. Plus the guys talk all things Indy 500, the shortened Coke 600 and Stewart-Haas Racing's future.

Jordan has a front row seat to a fight between Kyle Busch and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and records a viral video in the process. Meanwhile, the guys break down what happened at the NASCAR All-Star Race and discuss Kyle Larson's impact on the Indy 500 and NASCAR overall.

Jeff and Jordan discuss the thrilling final stage of the Darlington race and debate NASCAR's upcoming 2025 schedule changes.

After the all-time closest finish in NASCAR history, Jeff and Jordan are abuzz about the racing at Kansas Speedway. Plus, Jordan fills us in on his F1 experience in Miami.

Air blocking decides another race while Dover proves to be another battle of NASCAR's elite drivers. Jeff and Jordan discuss all things from Sunday's race, as well as the recent IndyCar controversy and Saturday's Xfinity Series race.

A fuel-savings superspeedway race at Talladega sparks some debate between Jeff and Jordan, but there's no arguing over the importance of a Michael Jordan celebration for NASCAR. Meanwhile, the guys dive into the scoring pylon debate and talk about where TV commercials were excessive.

Texas turns into a surprisingly entertaining race and a driver snaps a long winless streak. Jeff and Jordan discuss everything that happened Sunday in the Lone Star State.

Jeff's mood turns sour after another disappointing short track race, which sparks a rant. Meanwhile, the guys discuss what can be done to short tracks, take a look at Hendrick Motorsports' 40th anniversary race and dive into what's behind the Denny Hamlin vs. Marcus Smith drama.

Controversial calls, spoiled strategies and wet weather tires are among the topics after an Easter race at Richmond.

A relatively tame race at Circuit of the Americas leaves Jeff and Jordan to wonder about the state of NASCAR road racing, whether COTA will be on future schedules and how track limits should be officiated. Don't forget to subscribe to The Athletic during our $1 per month sale at theathletic.com/nascar! Also, visit our sponsor FanDuel at fanduel.com/teardown to get $200 in bonus bets with your first $5 deposit. 21+ and present in NC. First online real money wager only. $10 Deposit req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See full terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov.

Jeff and Jordan marvel at an unexpectedly incredible Bristol concrete race. Plus Jeff celebrates the demise of the dirt with his third annual rap...uh..."performance." Visit our link at fanduel.com/teardown to get $250 in bonus bets. Must be 21+ and present in NC. First online real money wager only. $10 Deposit req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See full terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov.

Did NASCAR's new short track rules package produce a good race at Phoenix? Jeff and Jordan digest what they saw on Sunday in the desert and talk about what it means for similar events this season. North Carolina residents: Visit FanDuel.com/Teardown to receive $250 in bonus bets when you place your first $5 bet. Must be 21+ and present in NC. First online real money wager only. $10 Deposit req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See full terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov.

Jeff and Jordan wonder how much they can jump to conclusions after the first 'real' race of the NASCAR season. Can Las Vegas tell us anything about how the rest of the year will unfold? Fan Duel is coming to North Carolina. Visit our link at fanduel.com/teardown Availability subject to regulatory approval. 21+ and present in NC. Bonuses are issued in non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 30 days after FanDuel accepts its first real money sports wager in NC. Unique user identity verification required. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov.

Atlanta delivers an all-time classic NASCAR finish and a tremendous race, leaving Jeff and Jordan buzzing over what this means for the track's future.

Jeff and Jordan are live after the Daytona 500 to discuss everything that happened in Monday's 66th running of the Great American Race.

Jeff and Jordan digest Thursday night's Duel races at Daytona, which set the lineup for the Daytona 500. The guys make their picks for the Great American Race, look ahead to how Sunday's action may unfold...and reveal Jeff's bet-losing outfit for the Daytona 500.

The 2024 NASCAR season starts a day earlier than expected. Jeff and Jordan give their reactions to an unprecedented move, then discuss the racing at the Clash and what its future might hold.

Jeff and Jordan have moved The Teardown to Dirty Mo! In their first episode on the new platform, the guys go through the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series drivers to give a team-by-team outlook for the upcoming season.

While attending a preseason planning meeting in New York, Jeff and Jordan reconnect to kick off the 2024 edition of The Teardown. Today's topic: Things they'd like to see happen in NASCAR that would bring excitement or positive momentum this season.

In our final podcast of 2023, Jeff and Jordan take questions from the listeners before signing off for the rest of the year. Thanks for all your support and we'll talk to you in 2024!

Jeff and Jordan go through each of the NASCAR Cup Series teams to look at what went right, what went wrong and how the various teammates stacked up against each other in 2023.

Jeff and Jordan are joined by special guest Luke Smith, Formula 1 writer for The Athletic, as they digest everything that happened during the Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend on the morning after the race.

Jeff and Jordan take a race-by-race look at how all 38 events in the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season unfolded and look back at their memories from each weekend.

For the 12th straight year, Landon Cassill's appearance on the 12 Questions interview series marks the season finale. Cassill gives us an update on his NASCAR future, discusses ChatGPT and much more in this wide-ranging conclusion to this year's version of the 12 Qs.

Jeff and Jordan try to process what just happened in the NASCAR season finale at Phoenix and then chat with the new Cup Series champion.

Before making his second consecutive appearance in the Championship 4, Joe Gibbs Racing's Christopher Bell discusses his alternate career path, the key for young drivers moving up the ranks and why he loves to race.

At Martinsville, two first-time Championship 4 participants seal their invitations for next week's title race at Phoenix. Plus, Jeff and Jordan discuss the controversial ending to the Xfinity Series race at Martinsville.

NASCAR's favorite amigo joins the 12 Questions podcast to discuss overcoming the language barrier, the importance of staying cool under pressure and whether old VWs are really a good investment.

An eventful NASCAR Playoff race at Homestead-Miami Speedway gives Jeff and Jordan plenty to sort through on this week's postrace podcast. Plus the race winner joins to share his thoughts on a clutch victory.

The delightfully interesting Carson Hocevar, an up-and-coming 2024 NASCAR Cup Series rookie and current Truck Series playoff driver, joins the 12 Questions to discuss being a race fan, getting to know Dale Jr. and why it's important to zone out during races.

The semifinal round of the NASCAR Playoffs opens with a straightforward race at Las Vegas, but there's still plenty for Jeff and Jordan to discuss heading into the final three races of the 2023 Cup Series season.

The five-time NASCAR Most Popular Driver and 2020 Cup Series champion joins the 12 Questions podcast for an insightful conversation about being a realist, his career stability and why he's continuing to learn life lessons. 

The Round of 12 ends at the Charlotte Roval, leaving Jeff and Jordan to digest the elimination of four drivers and examine the NASCAR playoff picture for the remaining eight drivers.

Before he returned to Talladega for his first superspeedway race since the terrifying Daytona crash last month, Preece sat down to answer our 12 Questions. In addition to the crash, topics include whether young drivers today should still work on their own cars and having no regrets.

An entertaining and eventful Talladega race adds another wrinkle to the NASCAR Playoffs picture and gives Jeff and Jordan plenty to discuss heading into the Round 2 elimination race next week at the Charlotte Roval.

The soon-to-be retired future Hall of Famer joins us for one final 12 Questions interview as his career winds down. Topics range from parenting to leadership to the importance of planning.

As Round 2 of the NASCAR Playoffs begins, Jeff and Jordan talk about the racing at Texas Motor Speedway and take a driver-by-driver look at the 12 contenders remaining in the championship hunt.

The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion makes his annual stop on the 12 Questions podcast to discuss a variety of topics -- including one question in which he needed the help of his dad, Mike, to answer.

In this special episode, taken from an interview originally recorded in April 2019, the late Sherry Pollex shares important perspectives on life, empathy, health and cancer.

Podcast host Denny Hamlin joins the first part of The Teardown to chat about his evening at Bristol Motor Speedway and weigh in on the "Was It A Good Race?" poll guess. Then Jeff and Jordan break down what they saw in NASCAR's Round 1 elimination race and share their thoughts on a busy news week.

The second-year Wood Brothers Racing driver makes his inaugural appearance on the 12 Questions podcast, discussing life growing up in NASCAR, the ethics of honking and more.

The Kansas Speedway race reveals an incorrect NASCAR Playoffs pick for both Jeff and Jordan, so the guys debrief on how they got it wrong and look ahead to the playoff situation heading into Bristol. 

The sneaky funny Chris Buescher, winner of three races heading into the playoffs, joins the 12 Questions and puts his dry humor on full display.

After Race No. 1 of the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs, Jeff and Jordan go through the standings to take a driver-by-driver look at how the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway unfolded.

Before the JTG Daugherty Racing driver returned to the scene of his Daytona 500 victory, he sat down to chat about topics like his love of golf, his chill vibe and how to deal with a difficult boss.

The NASCAR Playoffs field is set after Daytona concludes the Cup Series regular season. Jeff and Jordan are live at Daytona to forecast the playoffs and digest Ryan Preece's terrifying crash.

The veteran Joe Gibbs Racing driver and co-owner of 23XI Racing makes his annual appearance on the 12 Questions podcast to discuss topics like whether "Actions Detrimental" has been a positive, the chances of NASCAR ever seeing a champion who immediately retires and his mysteriously low heart rate inside the race car.

The Watkins Glen result makes Chase Elliott's mission obvious as the NASCAR Playoffs picture comes into view with just one spot remaining. Daytona International Speedway president Frank Kelleher joins Jeff and Jordan around the 35-minute mark to give his insight on what to expect next week for the regular season finale. Sponsor note: Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code "teardown" when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code "teardown" (with no quotation marks) to get the deal.

Michael McDowell's hilarious Charlie Daniels story (10:33) highlights a fun interview with a driver firmly on the playoff bubble as NASCAR's regular season winds down.

A dominant performance at Indianapolis Motor Speedway marks a signature win for one driver and team. Jeff and Jordan examine what it all means in terms of the season as a whole.

The NASCAR Cup Series points leader joins the 12 Questions podcast to discuss fishing, fishing, fishing...and a few other topics as well, including his first job.

A surprising team emerges as a contender for a deep playoff run after the Michigan race as Jeff and Jordan try to process what it means for the championship picture.

The always interesting Tyler Reddick, who is in his first year at 23XI Racing, stops by the 12 Questions to give more of his unique insight on why you shouldn't work in flip flops, where to put your hands and more.

Jeff and Jordan witness a Richmond race that looked a lot like some of the other recent events at that track. At least this time there was an unusual winner to discuss. Plus the guys examine the playoff picture, talk about The CW's Xfinity Series news and more. Head to factormeals.com/teardown50 and use code TEARDOWN50 to get 50% off

Kyle Busch talks about the rides that could have been, the challenges of having two young children, the most important skill a driver can possess and more. 

A controversial ending to the Pocono race leaves Jeff and Jordan with plenty to analyze and discuss after an eventful day.

The rookie Cup Series driver for Legacy Motor Club reflects on trying to balance building his personality vs. getting results and managing feedback from others about what he should or shouldn't be doing.

The first-ever Monday race at New Hampshire produces a dominant win for one driver, but the playoff scramble continues to unfold behind him. Jeff and Jordan break it all down and look ahead to the final six races of NASCAR's regular season.

The 2022 Daytona 500 winner joins the 12 Questions to take an in-depth look at his time serving on a jury for a murder trial, his Rolex 24 ambitions and more. 

A rain-shortened Atlanta race doesn't dampen the spirits of Jeff and Jordan, who have plenty of positive things to say about the racing they watched on Sunday night.

From the best way to pick up a woman at the bar to the backstory behind his new cat, AJ Allmendinger touches on a wide range of topics in this week's 12 Questions interview.

After experiencing the inaugural Chicago Street Race weekend, Jeff and Jordan discuss all aspects of this new venture for NASCAR and how it unfolded on the city streets. Support our sponsors: -- Go to omahasteaks.com and type TEARDOWN into the search bar and order the Gourmet Grill Pack today! -- Head to factormeals.com/teardown50 and use code teardown50 to get 50% off your first box.

The longest 12 Questions interview in the series' 14-year history might also be the best. Dale Earnhardt Jr. joins us to share thoughts on everything from the importance of treating people with respect to his love of FM radio to a rant on Bluey's dad. Make sure to take advantage of The Athletic's $1/month deal for 12 months, which is available through June 30. Visit the pinned tweet on Jeff Gluck's Twitter profile (twitter.com/jeff_gluck) for more details.

Ross Chastain and Trackhouse Racing strike back after a month of questions surrounding their speed. Jeff and Jordan break down all things Nashville as well as look ahead to Chicago in our latest episode of The Teardown. Head to factormeals.com/teardown50 and use code teardown50 to get 50% off your first box.

The IndyCar points leader and recent Detroit Grand Prix winner makes his second appearance on the 12 Questions podcast to discuss what he's learned as a newlywed, how he navigated the sticky contract drama last year and the mentality that allows him to get through bad days.

Despite a relatively uneventful Sonoma race, Jeff and Jordan still have much to discuss heading into the only off-weekend of the NASCAR Cup Series season.

Before NASCAR returned to Kenny Wallace's hometown of St. Louis for a second straight year, we chatted with the Hermanator about a wide variety of topics -- from his dislike of airports to whether today's NASCAR drivers are more aggressive than the previous generation. 

A strange race at Gateway leaves Jeff and Jordan with much weirdness to sort through in our latest postrace NASCAR podcast.

The delightful Kiwi who made his name in Australia Supercars joined the 12 Questions podcast for an interview prior to the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500. McLaughlin, who drives for Team Penske, discusses golf, life in America and more.

After an extended weekend of Memorial Day racing, Jeff and Jordan discuss the Coca-Cola 600 and how it fits into the season picture as a whole. Our advertisers: Omaha Steaks: Order today and get $30 off with Promo Code TEARDOWN. And every purchase is backed by their unconditional, money-back guarantee. Minimum order may be required. See site for details.

With the Coca-Cola 600 rained out, this episode of The Teardown is all about the Indianapolis 500. NBC's Nate Ryan joins Jeff Gluck live at Indianapolis Motor Speedway to discuss Sunday's 107th running of the Indy 500 and the controversial finish. 

How many times should you text someone before a blind date? What should you do if someone is tailgating you on a one-lane road? And what Cup team did Ryan Blaney consider signing with before his Wood Brothers days? Those questions and more are answered in this week's featured interview.

Jeff and Jordan are on site at North Wilkesboro to discuss all the happenings from NASCAR's All-Star Race weekend. Order today and get $30 off with Promo Code TEARDOWN.And every purchase is backed by their unconditional, money-back guarantee. Minimum order may be required. See site for details.

A three-time race winner this season, Byron dishes on everything from whether you should bring your phone into the bathroom to which playoff system is the best in sports. If you enjoy the 12 Questions, you'll love this one.

Ross Chastain gives Jeff and Jordan plenty to talk about (yet again) after the Darlington race.

This boots-wearing rancher who happens to drive in NASCAR has one of the most unique perspectives we've heard during the 12 Questions interview series. Tyler Ankrum, who drives for Hattori Racing Enterprises, will make his 100th Truck Series start at North Wilkesboro.

After the best race of the 2023 NASCAR season to date, Jeff and Jordan discuss the thrilling battle for the finish, the postrace fight, which team has the most strength and the F1 race in Miami. Head to factor75.com/teardown40 and use code TEARDOWN40 to get 40% off your first box.

When is it OK to pee in the pool? Ryan Truex tackles that tough question and many more in this week's 12 Questions interview.

Dover gets postponed to May and sets up a huge month for NASCAR teams. Jeff and Jordan try to figure out what the Dover race means for what's to come at Kansas, Darlington and Charlotte. 

From Gilliland's favorite Kardashian to his love of paper towels, you might learn a thing or two about the second-year Cup Series driver in this week's 12 Questions interview.

A perfectly acceptable Talladega race leaves Jeff and Jordan with plenty to discuss on this week's podcast. Plus Jeff talks about why he took his tweets private. 

Here's all you need to know about this week's 12 Questions: It's 25 minutes inside the unique, one-of-a-kind Mind of Brad. Enjoy!

The Xfinity Series points leader for Richard Childress Racing makes his debut on the 12 Questions podcast to cover a variety of topics, including why some people call him "Mug," his favorite Shania Twain songs, whether there's a problem with mismatched socks and the true quality that makes a good race car driver.

A disappointing Martinsville race leaves Jeff and Jordan wondering what's next for NASCAR short tracks. Plus the guys discuss the results of Sunday's race, Chase Elliott's return, rain tires, burnouts and more.

Jeff and Jordan discuss the Bristol Dirt Race. Music credit: "Hot Sauce" by 2Deep (via Anno Domini Nation)

What would have happened if John Hunter Nemechek had tried to stay at the Cup Series level and not taken a chance on dipping back down to the Truck Series to reset his career? He answers that question and more in this week's interview. 

With an exciting weekend of racing between NASCAR at Richmond, IndyCar at Texas and Formula One in Australia, Jeff and Jordan break it all down and debate the Hendrick Motorsports appeals panel ruling. 

Ben Rhodes is always a delightful interview, and this week's 12 Questions is no exception. From parenting talk to tax advice, the 2021 Truck Series champion covers it all here.

Jeff and Jordan discuss a road course race at Circuit of the Americas that was largely refreshing with only natural cautions...until an outbreak of yellows at the end. 

From being grossed out by nail clippings to a love for Valentine's Day, the "cheap" Ross Chastain brings his unique personality to the latest 12 Questions interview.

A recent NASCAR penalty sparks a heated disagreement between Jeff and Jordan. The guys also sort through the Atlanta weekend and discuss whether it was a good race.

Would Corey LaJoie be prepared to step into a better ride when the time comes? How has being a podcast host changed how he looks at interviews? And what's the surprising "almost" deal from his career? LaJoie discusses those answers and more in this week's 12 Questions interview. 

Jeff and Jordan react to the Phoenix race and share what they learned from NASCAR's West Coast Swing, plus they give their thoughts on the new short track rules package and potential penalties for Hendrick Motorsports.

If you're a fan of the 12 Questions interviews, this is one you won't want to miss. The third-year Stewart-Haas Racing driver talks everything from Taylor Swift to his one-time shot at being a Hendrick Motorsports driver to his obsession with trading card auctions. 

A jam-packed Sunday of motorsports across NASCAR (Las Vegas), Formula One (Bahrain) and IndyCar (St. Pete) gives Jeff and Jordan loads to discuss in our latest postrace podcast.