Chasin Tails Podcast

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The Chasin’ Tails Podcast is a motorsports show built by racers, for racers—and for the fans who love the sound of engines, the stories behind the scenes, and the people who make the sport what it is. Hosted by a group of fourth-generation racers, the podcast dives deep into the world of hydroplane racing and beyond. From grassroots classes to the biggest stages in the sport, Chasin’ Tails covers racing history, current events, technical insight, and the real stories that don’t always get told on race day. Each episode features candid conversations with drivers, crew members, promoters, officials, builders, and industry voices, alongside honest discussions about the challenges, growth, and future of motorsports. Whether it’s breaking down race weekends, talking shop in the pits, or spotlighting the people pushing the sport forward, the goal is simple—leave motorsports better than we found it. If you love racing culture, community, and unfiltered conversation, you’re in the right place.

  1. Jun 11

    New Champs, LS Engine Debut, Flat Bottoms Stealing the Show & Sorel Tracy Cuts It Short | Ep. 89

    Episode 89 opens with a celebration: Kyle Hayes just won his first APBA Summer Nationals championship in the two-and-a-half class, calling the title heat against Kevin "the most fun I've ever had in a boat." Austin is back in the seat for the first time this season and had a character-building first ride in a boat set up for the wrong conditions. Bobby joins the pod late, headphone-less, still recovering from one of the more chaotic golf outings in Chase & Tails history — 97 sand bunkers, a stolen sandwich, and a crow don't cover the half of it. From there the crew digs into full class-by-class coverage of both the APBA Summer Nationals in Decatur and the HRL Sorel Tracy regatta. The flat bottoms were a major storyline at Decatur, with JT Britton sweeping the SE, SA, and Pro Stock classes in back-to-back heats, prompting an extended debate about whether it's already time to hand him a Hall of Champions jacket. The LS engine made its first real on-water debut in Dylan Goodell's 2.5 boat — it was legitimately fast, passing three-fifties on a big course, before blowing on an issue the team says they've already identified. The group is bullish on its future and calls for rules to be locked down before the pricing creep hits. The Summer Nationals format debate produces one of the episode's best discussions, with all four hosts agreeing the championship final should be on Sunday rather than Saturday — especially given how early in the season the event falls and how far West Coast teams travel. Sorel Tracy coverage highlights the wave-mitigation barrier system the committee installed — 12 inches above water, 8 feet below — which dramatically improved conditions compared to prior years. The group is effusive in its praise of the committee's investment and effort. The GP class had rough luck with debris in the water taking out a boat on first outing. Weekend standouts: Kyle's championship heat, Kevin Kreitzer's consistency in the 2.5 class, JT Britton's flat bottom sweep, Joe Less finally finding speed in the 350 class, and Nick Roos back and looking sharp in his second weekend back. Bobby's recovery from overdosing on Liquid IV provides the episode's funniest sidebar. The episode closes with a preview of upcoming events: Brockville for GP (Brandon's first booth time back), and Salina Eastern Divisionals where Chase & Tails will be live with upgraded equipment.

    1h 40m

  2. May 21

    Edgewood Was Just the Beginning | Recap + Cambridge Preview EP|86

    2026 is underway and we were there. Kyle breaks down the Edgewood season opener live — crowds, racing, boat performances, and what the 755 Alliance pulled off. Then we set our sights on the Cambridge Classic, scrolling through every class entry list and making our picks. We also debut the Chasin Tails Dumper Award, sound off on the APBA/HRL engine ruling, and react to news that the Lupton GP boats are coming back to North America. Strap in — this season is going to be something. 🎙️ Hosts: Brandon, Bobby, Kyle + Austin 📍 Cambridge Classic preview starts at 48:29 🚽 Dumper Award debut at 42:24 🔴 Presented by 25/7 Creative

    1h 35m

  3. May 14

    Season Preview, Edgewood Bound & Stewart Family Smack Talk | Ep. 85

    Brandon, Kyle, and Bobby are back for Episode 85 and the 2026 racing season is finally here. The crew kicks things off with a full APBA season preview — going class by class with high points predictions, most improved picks, and a breakdown of the East vs. West Coast points battle. Race director and Skiff racer Jimmie Stewart drops in live to preview the Harford County Spring Nationals at Edgewood, Maryland — teasing a mystery returning element, a Friday night VIP kickoff party, and plenty of family trash talk with his daughters Courtney and Abigail set to go head-to-head in the 721 and 41. The guys also dive into the T-boat class history, the U6 unlimited paint scheme Brandon helped design, and the HRL series structure debate. The episode closes with a fiery take on APBA's decision to split the 350 class at Edgewood — separating APBA and HRL boats — which the crew argues hurts boat count, confuses fans, and presumes illegal intent without inspection. Chase & Tails will be live at Edgewood all weekend with a pit cam and race cam. Topic Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro & Going Live00:02:45 – Season Kickoff & Edgewood Preview00:07:15 – APBA & HRL Schedule Rundown00:09:00 – Driving School Talk & HRL T-Boat Donation00:13:10 – U6 Paint Scheme & Boat Aesthetics Hot Takes00:21:05 – GUEST: Jimmie Stewart — Edgewood Spring Nationals Preview00:30:25 – Stewart Family Skiff Rivalry00:31:45 – T-Boat Class History & West Coast Roster00:43:45 – APBA Series Structure vs. HRL Debate00:53:45 – APBA High Points Predictions (All Classes)01:09:00 – Most Improved Picks (All Classes)01:15:00 – GP Class Preview & Hops Boat Memories01:24:30 – APBA 350 Class Split Controversy (🔥 Hot Take)01:37:00 – Edgewood Weekend Preview & Sign Off Guest: Jimmie Stewart — Race director for the Harford County Spring Nationals and active Skiff racer. Jimmy races the 721 alongside his daughters Courtney and Abigail (721 and 41), and is a longtime fixture in the East Coast inboard community. He also operates out of a shop where he builds and maintains boats for multiple teams. Mentioned Teams, Races & Links: Harford County Spring Nationals — Edgewood, Maryland (this weekend)HRL Season Opener — Cambridge, MD (following weekend)Decatur Nationals — Region 6Madison Regatta — Gold Cup eventValleyfield — HRL marquee eventTri-Cities — Unlimited testing May 30thBoats mentioned: U6, Lucas 104, T80, GP-17, 135/235 (Thompson), Hopps boat, S35, 721, 41, 300Organizations: APBA, HRL, IRC, GPA, ACHAShoutout: Redline Motorsports Media / Jerry (Mustache Man), Woody Pliescott (live stream support), Gunnar & Marina (wedding congrats), Kevin Gunther, Greg Isaac, Matt Sontag, Grant Liddycoat, Brandon Cushing / WFO pageChasein Tails Live Stream: Facebook & YouTube — Edgewood all weekend

    1h 39m

  4. Apr 15

    Huey Newport: A Legacy Built in Hydroplane Racing | Decades of Stories, Wins, and Innovation EP|83

    This one is about legacy—plain and simple. In Episode 83 of Chasin’ Tails, Huey Newport walks through a lifetime in hydroplane racing. From getting started in the early days to becoming a major force in Grand Prix, this is his story told the way it actually happened. We’re not just talking highlights. Huey gets into the grind, the near wins, the turning points, and the decisions that shaped not only his career—but parts of the sport itself. You’ll hear about the boats, the people, and the moments that stuck with him. The races that almost went his way. The ones that changed everything. And the evolution of racing through his eyes as both a competitor and a builder. This is what a real racing legacy looks like. In this episode: Huey’s full journey through hydroplane racingKey races and moments that defined his careerThe evolution of Grand Prix and boat designLessons from decades of competitionRivalries, partnerships, and staying in the gameWhat the next generation needs to understandReal moments: “We almost won the ‘72 Nationals”“The ‘81 Nationals changed everything”If you care about where this sport came from—and where it needs to go—this is one you listen to all the way through. Follow Chasin’ Tails for more conversations that actually matter in boat racing.

    1h 44m

  5. Apr 4

    Miss Madison Racing Q&A: Repairs, Strategy, and the Road to the Gold Cup

    This isn’t a polished press release. It’s a real look inside what it takes to keep a top-tier hydroplane team on the water. In this episode of Chasin’ Tails, we sit down with the crew behind Miss Madison Racing to break down everything happening right now—from boat repairs and engine decisions to race strategy and the reality of funding a competitive program. We get into the details most people don’t see: • What actually goes into repairing and rebuilding these boats • How teams think through engine options and performance limits • The strategy behind testing, lane choice, and race prep • Why funding is still the biggest hurdle—especially for the West Coast swing • The push to keep vintage boats alive and why that matters to the sport There’s also a real look at team dynamics, travel challenges, and what it takes to stay competitive heading into marquee events like the Gold Cup and the Madison Regatta. If you want to understand hydroplane racing beyond what you see on race day, this is the episode.

    1h 31m

  6. Mar 25

    You Thought You Knew Him… Brandon Kennedy Gets Put In The Hot Seat | Chasin’ Tails Ep. 81

    For 80 episodes, Brandon’s been the one asking the questions… this time, the script flips. The Chasin’ Tails crew pulls off a surprise and puts Brandon Kennedy in the hot seat as the official guest of Episode 81—whether he was ready or not. From getting his start as a kid in the pits to climbing through every class in hydroplane racing, Brandon opens up about the moments that shaped him—on and off the water. The early days, the chaos, the wins, the crashes, and everything in between. The guys dig into: How Brandon really got started in boat racing (and the stories you haven’t heard)The progression from stock classes to Grand Prix and UnlimitedLessons learned from running with some of the best in the sportThe highs that defined his career—and the moments that tested itWhy certain classes hit different (and where the real competition lives)It’s part interview, part roast, and part behind-the-scenes look at one of the voices—and drivers—helping push the sport forward today. You’ve heard him tell everyone else’s story. Now it’s his turn.

    1h 26m

  7. Mar 4

    Episode 79: H1’s New Starting Format Explained | Jonathan Abbott Breaks Down the Changes

    Major changes are coming to hydroplane racing, and we’re digging into what it all means. In Episode 79 of Chasin’ Tails, Brandon, Kyle, and Austin are joined by Jonathan Abbott to break down the new starting procedures, lane assignments, and race format changes being introduced in H1 Unlimited. Change in motorsports is never easy, and this conversation gets into the real challenges teams, officials, and drivers face when trying to move the sport forward. Jonathan walks through why these rule changes are happening, how the new lane selection process works, and what it could mean for race strategy, competition, and the fan experience. From technical adjustments to the politics of making change in racing, nothing is off limits. The crew also dives into race strategy, boat setup discussions, stories from the pits, and the kind of behind-the-scenes conversations that only happen when racers get together. If you care about where hydroplane racing is heading, this episode is one you need to hear. Topics in this episode: • New H1 Unlimited starting procedures • Lane assignments and race strategy changes • How rule changes impact teams and drivers • Race format evolution in hydroplane racing • Behind-the-scenes stories from the racing community • What the future could look like for the sport Whether you love it or hate it, change is here—and the racing world is about to find out what works.

    1h 45m

  8. Feb 11

    Dave Villwock: The Mind Behind the Speed EP | 78

    This week on Chasin’ Tails, we sit down with one of the most dominant and polarizing figures the sport has ever seen — Dave Villwock. This isn’t a highlight reel interview. This is the real conversation. Dave takes us through the evolution of unlimited hydroplanes from the inside. From learning the ropes as a kid around the boats, to becoming one of the most feared competitors in the sport, to reshaping how hulls, propellers, and race strategy are approached today. We dig into: The shift from riding to driving — and the mental load that comes with itWhat he learned studying legends and how mentorship shaped his edgeThe technical side of winning: propeller engineering, hull balance, and making boats easier to driveWhy team chemistry matters more than horsepowerThe psychology behind dominating a fieldReal-time penalties, rule enforcement, and what unlimited racing gets wrongThe importance of drivers having personality — even if that means being the villainDave opens up about equipment failures that cost races, relationships with owners that changed careers, and why collaboration behind the scenes often matters more than what fans see on the water. We even get into the wild crossover between racing innovation and government engineering projects — including how propeller design knowledge extended far beyond boat racing. If you care about how boats actually go fast… If you want to understand the thinking behind the throttle… If you love the nuts and bolts of unlimited racing… This one’s for you. "You just wait." Episode 78 is live.

    1h 57m
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The Chasin’ Tails Podcast is a motorsports show built by racers, for racers—and for the fans who love the sound of engines, the stories behind the scenes, and the people who make the sport what it is. Hosted by a group of fourth-generation racers, the podcast dives deep into the world of hydroplane racing and beyond. From grassroots classes to the biggest stages in the sport, Chasin’ Tails covers racing history, current events, technical insight, and the real stories that don’t always get told on race day. Each episode features candid conversations with drivers, crew members, promoters, officials, builders, and industry voices, alongside honest discussions about the challenges, growth, and future of motorsports. Whether it’s breaking down race weekends, talking shop in the pits, or spotlighting the people pushing the sport forward, the goal is simple—leave motorsports better than we found it. If you love racing culture, community, and unfiltered conversation, you’re in the right place.

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