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The Backup Car Podcast

The Backup Car Podcast

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A weekly NASCAR discussion podcast hosted by Eric Webler, James Atherlay, and Casey Lester. Like our Facebook page @backupcarpodcast and Twitter @backupcarcast. Intro song is Beyond The Wave by Of Allies, used with approval by Of Allies. Business Inquiries: backupcarpodcast@gmail.com.
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Episode 2 - A Sigh of Relief After Daytona

The Backup Car PodcastFeb 20, 2020

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Episode 22 - We are HERE for the Choose Cone

Episode 22 - We are HERE for the Choose Cone

The choose cone is here and WE are here for it. Love what it's done to the races this past weekend and looking forward to that making a difference in the upcoming races. We also talk about this crazy weekend coming up at the Daytona Road Course!

Aug 13, 202001:17:13
Episode 21 - JGR Strikes Down Again!

Episode 21 - JGR Strikes Down Again!

After a week off, we get together to talk about the racing we didn't cover at Kansas and New Hampshire. Leavine Family Racing's closing is discussed, and we look forward to another double header weekend and some road racing!

Aug 06, 202001:18:11
Episode 20 - Practice? Who needs practice?

Episode 20 - Practice? Who needs practice?

Yee haw, we made it through Texas! Another surprise winner. But the Wizard of Oz has granted Clint Bowyer's wish and now he's going home to Kansas. All of NASCAR is. Also NASCAR cancelled practice for the rest of the season so there's that. Shout out Andy Lally 2 weeks in a row.

Jul 23, 202001:02:06
Episode 19 - Hey now, you're an All-Star

Episode 19 - Hey now, you're an All-Star

Leading up to a weekend at Texas, the last week has been great. Rookie winner in Cup, underglow, choose cone, so much this past week. Shout out Andy Lally.

Jul 18, 202001:13:49
Episode 18 - 2020 isn't real

Episode 18 - 2020 isn't real

Based on the content of this podcast, let it be clear that I, Eric, who is uploading this episode of the podcast, has determined that 2020 isn't real. There is a glitch in the simulation. Where is the reset button? Is it in Kentucky?

Jul 09, 202001:29:59
Episode 17 - Pocono was very... Pocono...

Episode 17 - Pocono was very... Pocono...

After an unplanned week off, Eric, Casey, and James get back together to talk about the races at Talladega and Pocono as well as look forward to Indianapolis. We discuss how this really might be an incredible weekend for the Xfinity series on the Indy Road Course.

Jul 02, 202001:07:30
Episode 16 - Feuds Here, Feuds There...

Episode 16 - Feuds Here, Feuds There...

Lots happening in the sports and tempers are flaring up. We talk about this past week at Homestead and look forward to Talladega, a track where one shouldn't let a feud get the best of them...

Jun 18, 202001:21:25
Episode 15 - NASCAR and the Right Side of History

Episode 15 - NASCAR and the Right Side of History

This has been a history week, not just for the world, not just in sports, but specifically for NASCAR. The sport has taken a stance for all human rights, and it really is incredible. This truly is an amazing time to be a NASCAR fan.

Jun 11, 202001:23:43
Episode 14 - Bristol

Episode 14 - Bristol

As there are more important issues happening in our society, we take a quick look back at the action that unfolded at Charlotte and Bristol and look forward to Atlanta. However, the importance of what is going on right now in out country isn't forgotten. No catchy title for this episode, thank you for taking a short break to listen to us but keep practicing your 1st amendment right and standing up for what you believe in. Black Lives Matter. God Bless.

Jun 05, 202001:08:46
Episode 13 - Charlotte... what happened?

Episode 13 - Charlotte... what happened?

After an incredible weekend at Darlington, we get to Charlotte. Oh Charlotte, what happened? Xfinity and Trucks were great but... the Coca Cola 600... oof. Hear about all that and more!

May 28, 202001:17:55
Episode 12 - What's Up in Charlotte's Condo Corner feat. Christian Espinoza

Episode 12 - What's Up in Charlotte's Condo Corner feat. Christian Espinoza

With the first weekend back in the books, we take a look at the incredible racing and madness that happened at Darlington. We take a look forward with special guest Christian Espinoza (@Christian_Racin) who LIVES in one of the famous condos at Charlotte Motor Speedway. He talks about what it's like to live there as well as what he expects going into this weekends races at Charlotte where he will be one of the only fans able to see the race in person.

May 21, 202001:07:45
Episode 11 - NASCAR is BACK

Episode 11 - NASCAR is BACK

NASCAR is back THIS WEEKEND and we are HYPED for it. We talk about the changes that have happened over this break, a possible comeback route for Kyle Larson, and the upcoming races at Darlington.

May 14, 202001:06:31
Episode 10 - Schedule Schedule Schedule

Episode 10 - Schedule Schedule Schedule

As we are all excited to get back to the action soon in NASCAR, in this episode, we get the rest of the bad out. We discuss what we could see with the schedule as well as an update on Larson's situation.

May 07, 202051:52
Episode 9 - The Comeback

Episode 9 - The Comeback

So much happening in the world of NASCAR including the possible restart of the season! Not only is Matt Kenseth back full time but, Ryan Newman is cleared to return! We discuss all that and much more1

Apr 30, 202001:02:45
Episode 8 - Losing Everything That Was Built...

Episode 8 - Losing Everything That Was Built...

The podcast will be bi-weekly until NASCAR restarts as there isn't as much to talk about other than iRacing. However the huge news this week, which lasted the whole podcast, is Kyle Larson and what he said.

Apr 16, 202001:03:39
Episode 7 - The ePodcast

Episode 7 - The ePodcast

After taking a week off for us to regroup, we are back and we've jumped into the iRacing craze! After two exciting iRacing Pro Invitational races, as well as the eNASCAR Coca Cola iRacing Series going strong still, we discuss these races and more in this weeks episode.

Apr 02, 202045:40
Episode 6 - 2020 NASCAR Postponed

Episode 6 - 2020 NASCAR Postponed

NASCAR might be postponed but the podcast continues on! We discuss everything going on with NASCAR as well as what we are going to do for the next 8 weeks. We might move to going from our own homes but we will make it work!

Mar 19, 202048:14
Episode 5 - The Phoenix Rises!

Episode 5 - The Phoenix Rises!

NASCAR has seemed to fix their mile or shorter tracks with a fantastic race at Phoenix. The championship race in November seems promising. We discuss the weekend and look forward to Atlanta!

Mar 12, 202001:24:31
Episode 4 - The Youth in NASCAR are Here!

Episode 4 - The Youth in NASCAR are Here!

After a fantastic race in California, the crew discusses the early surge of young drivers, some who are in contract years. Speaking of contract years, we discuss those who have made an early statement and those who need to make a statement. Phoenix is next where the old short track package is back, we talk about what our expectations are for this coming weekend.

Mar 05, 202001:18:22
Episode 3 - Hopefully What Happened in Vegas Continues in Cali

Episode 3 - Hopefully What Happened in Vegas Continues in Cali

What an awesome weekend in Las Vegas! The guys discuss the great weekend there, Chevy's good start, an update on Ryan Newman, and a preview with our picks this weekend at Auto Club!

Feb 27, 202001:15:20
Episode 2 - A Sigh of Relief After Daytona

Episode 2 - A Sigh of Relief After Daytona

Coming off of one of the scariest accidents we've ever seen in NASCAR, the 2020 season continues on to Las Vegas. We discuss what happened at Daytona and give our thoughts on the horrible accident as well as give our picks for Las Vegas.

Feb 20, 202001:07:48
Episode 1 - 2020 is Here! NASCAR Season Preview

Episode 1 - 2020 is Here! NASCAR Season Preview

This is the first episode of The Backup Car Podcast. We talk about the upcoming 2020 NASCAR season, discuss the off-season changes, discuss this past weekend's Busch Clash, and preview the Daytona 500 weekend.

Feb 13, 202002:01:23