Mash The Gas

Kevin Batstone, Jeff Davis, NASCARSky

Rev up your week with "Mash the Gas Podcast," your ultimate pit stop for all things NASCAR. Join hosts Jeff Davis, NASCARsky and Kevin Batstone every Monday night as they take you on a thrilling ride through the world of NASCAR Cup racing. 🏁 Race Recaps: Buckle up as the trio break down the heart-pounding moments from the NASCAR Cup weekend, providing in-depth analysis, race highlights, and unforgettable moments on the track. 🔍 Preview Pit Lane: Get ahead of the curve with their insightful previews of the upcoming race weekend. From track insights to driver strategies, they've got the inside scoop on what to expect. 🎲 NASCAR Fantasy Talk: Revise your fantasy lineup with expert advice from the Mash the Gas team. Unleash the full potential of your fantasy team as they share tips, tricks, and sleeper picks for the next race. 🗣️ Pit Pass Rumors: Tune in for the latest buzz and rumors circulating in the NASCAR universe. From driver updates to team dynamics, Jeff, Sky and Kevin keep you in the loop with the hottest topics in the sport. Whether you're a die-hard NASCAR fan or a casual listener, "Mash the Gas Podcast" delivers high-octane excitement, laughter, and the camaraderie of three passionate hosts sharing their love for the fastest sport on four wheels. Hit the track with "Mash the Gas Podcast" every Monday night – because when it comes to NASCAR, they always mash the gas!

  1. 1D AGO

    All Star Race - Dover | Mash The Gas Podcast

    The All-Star crew is back! Jeff, Kevin, and Sky break down all of the action from the NASCAR All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway where Denny Hamlin dominates the field by leading 103 laps to score his second career All-Star Race victory and third consecutive win at Dover! 🏆🔥 The crew dive into the absolute chaos surrounding the controversial race format featuring huge wrecks in the opening segment, damaged cars returning from the garage for the final 200-lap main event, and a format that left fans and drivers scratching their heads. 🤯🚧 Did NASCAR completely miss the mark with this one? Was the racing actually good despite the confusion? And why does Dover deserve a REAL points-paying race instead of an exhibition? 👀 We also give a shoutout to Zane Smith for winning the NASCAR Pit Crew Challenge 💪🔧 while discussing what changes could help save the future of the NASCAR All-Star Race. Plus, major breaking news rocks the NASCAR world as AM Racing officially closes its doors, leaving Ford without representation in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series. A brutal day for the Blue Oval. 🏁💔 Then it’s time to gear up for the biggest racing Sunday of the year! 🌎🏎️🔥  Memorial Day weekend brings: Monaco Grand Prix 🇲🇨 Indianapolis 500 🏁 Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway 🌟 The crew gets you ready for NASCAR’s longest race of the season with picks, predictions, analysis, playoff talk, and everything you need to stay up to speed with the NASCAR Cup Series. Plus, can Katherine Legge successfully attempt double duty between IndyCar and NASCAR? 👀🔥 🎙️🏁 This is Mash The Gas Podcast — THE standard for NASCAR coverage. 🎧 Stream Mash The Gas everywhere: Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5q7HqM7zPjzZ8OjU6FEXzA Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1489736443 YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DiscussionCombustion 📲 Follow Mash the Gas Podcast:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iC4tXx9uFhN1W5hRQmDkW 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1483538501 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MashTheGasPodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MashTheGasPod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashthegas.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MashTheGasPodcast 🚦 Follow NASCARSky:🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NASCARSky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram

    36 min
  2. MAY 12

    Watkins Glen | Mash The Gas Podcast

    Welcome back to another JAM-PACKED episode of Mash The Gas — the STANDARD for NASCAR Cup Series coverage! Jeff, Kevin, and Sky are back with full throttle reactions from an unforgettable weekend at the Go Bowling at The Glen from Watkins Glen International! 🏎️💨 Shane Van Gisbergen once again proves he is an absolute ROAD COURSE ASSASSIN, overcoming nearly a 30-second deficit to slice through the field and capture his 7th career NASCAR Cup Series victory in dramatic fashion! The crew breaks down EVERYTHING from this wild race weekend: 🔥 10 extra laps added to the event 🔥 The move back to May from the traditional September date 🔥 Track limits controversy 🔥 Did Watkins Glen deliver the excitement fans wanted?! 🎙️ PLUS — a fantastic special guest joins the show! Lauren Holmes stops by the podcast following HUGE news for the No. 47 team as her husband, Eric Holmes — primary spotter for Ricky Stenhouse Jr. — officially signs a multi-year contract extension! 🖊️🏁 Lauren gives listeners an incredible behind-the-scenes perspective from inside the racetrack environment, explains how she became involved in secondary spotting, and shares stories about life around the NASCAR garage. The crew also dives into the family connection with Todd Gilliland, leading to some hilarious and insightful moments throughout the interview!  👀 Then it’s time to look ahead to NASCAR’s biggest exhibition event of the year — the NASCAR All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway! The Monster Mile hosts its FIRST EVER All-Star Race 🏆 and the guys break down: ⚡ The new 3-segment format ⚡ Strategy implications ⚡ Drivers to watch ⚡ Bold predictions ⚡ Who leaves Dover with bragging rights and a massive payday 💰🏁 From race breakdowns and heated debates to insider interviews and nonstop NASCAR energy, this episode has EVERYTHING you need to stay up to speed with the NASCAR Cup Series! 🚦🎙️🔥 This is Mash the Gas—the standard for NASCAR coverage. Follow Lauren - https://www.instagram.com/homeless_holmes?igsh=MXFxbHdycjBnMTM0Nw== https://www.instagram.com/racehurr?igsh=MXB4NHAzcjZ2a3hzYw== 🎧 Stream Mash The Gas everywhere: Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5q7HqM7zPjzZ8OjU6FEXzA Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1489736443 YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DiscussionCombustion 📲 Follow Mash the Gas Podcast:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iC4tXx9uFhN1W5hRQmDkW 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1483538501 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MashTheGasPodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MashTheGasPod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashthegas.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MashTheGasPodcast 🚦 Follow NASCARSky:🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NASCARSky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nascarsky

    42 min
  3. MAY 5

    Texas | Mash The Gas Podcast

    The crew is back to break down all of the action from the Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway—and it delivered in a big way. Chase Elliott grabs his second win of the season, holding off a hard-charging Denny Hamlin in front of the first Texas sellout crowd in over 15 years. That packed house sparks a real debate: does Texas deserve a second race again? And if so… does a track like Kansas lose one with attendance concerns? The crew digs into it. It wasn’t just the finish—this race was chaos from start to finish. Pit road turned into a war zone, highlighted by Joey Logano slamming into the back of Cole Custer, ending his day early. Trouble didn’t stop there—cars were spinning everywhere, especially off Turn 4. Todd Gilliland gets loose and collects race leader Christopher Bell, while Kyle Larson backs it into the fence solo in Turn 2. Texas proved once again it’s one of the toughest tracks to tame—and Elliott showed up with elite speed when it mattered most. The crew also tackles the controversy: was Kyle Busch’s retaliation on John Hunter Nemechek penalty-worthy? You know we’ve got takes. Plus: 🔥 Who’s hot and who’s not📊 Points battle breakdown—can Tyler Reddick hold the advantage all the way to Homestead-Miami?🏁 Watkins Glen preview—our second road course of the year🎯 Expert picks, fantasy strategy, and race analysisThis is Mash the Gas—the standard for NASCAR coverage. 🎧 Stream Mash The Gas everywhere: Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5q7HqM7zPjzZ8OjU6FEXzA Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1489736443 YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DiscussionCombustion 📲 Follow Mash the Gas Podcast:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iC4tXx9uFhN1W5hRQmDkW 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1483538501 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MashTheGasPodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MashTheGasPod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashthegas.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MashTheGasPodcast 🚦 Follow NASCARSky:🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NASCARSky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nascarsky

    32 min
  4. APR 28

    Talladega | Mash The Gas Podcast

    We start with the headline moment: Carson Hocevar gets his FIRST career win in the NASCAR Cup Series—and delivers an all-time celebration that instantly goes down in NASCAR history. Sitting on the door, one foot in the car, riding the frontstretch while waving to fans… then sending it into the wall for a burnout. It was raw, it was reckless, and it was unforgettable. But the story goes deeper than the celebration. The crew breaks down exactly how Hocevar pulled it off at Talladega race weekend—from positioning to timing to surviving the chaos that defined this race. And yes… “The Big One” showed up in a big way. A massive wreck wiped out over half the field, completely reshaping the race and forcing teams into survival mode. Jeff, Kevin, and Sky dissect:  What triggered the wreck and who it impacted most  Pit road mistakes that cost drivers big  The ongoing fuel-saving debate—and why the current stage lengths still aren’t fixing the problem Kevin brings a bold solution to eliminate fuel saving altogether, and the crew goes all-in debating whether NASCAR needs a fundamental change to how these races are run. Plus, one of the most unexpected storylines of the weekend: Cleetus McFarland nearly pulls off a win in the ARCA race, proving he’s more than just a content creator—while also bringing a massive new audience into the sport. The crew breaks down what his presence means for NASCAR moving forward. We also cover:  Updated point standings—who’s rising, who’s falling  Drivers trending up (and those in trouble)  Expert picks, strategy, and fantasy insight Then it’s full focus on Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway, where Jeff will be on-site representing the show and bringing you boots-on-the-ground coverage. And we don’t shy away from the headlines—responding directly to Stephen A. Smith and his recent criticism of NASCAR with the perspective only this show can deliver. From Talladega chaos to Texas preview, from viral moments to real analysis—this episode has everything. This is Mash the Gas—the standard for NASCAR coverage. 🎧 Stream Mash The Gas everywhere: Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5q7HqM7zPjzZ8OjU6FEXzA Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1489736443 YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DiscussionCombustion 📲 Follow Mash the Gas Podcast:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iC4tXx9uFhN1W5hRQmDkW 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1483538501 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MashTheGasPodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MashTheGasPod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashthegas.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MashTheGasPodcast 🚦 Follow NASCARSky:🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NASCARSky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nascarsky

    34 min
  5. APR 21

    Kansas | Mash The Gas Podcast

    The crew is back. returning fresh off a full weekend on the ground in Kansas City, breaking down all the action from the AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway. After covering the NASCAR Cup Series up close, they dive into a race that had everything—long green-flag runs, strategy battles, and a late caution that flipped the script and sent it to overtime. Tyler Reddick continues his unreal 2026 campaign, stealing the win after leading just 10 laps. That marks FIVE wins in the first nine races—something only four drivers in NASCAR history have ever accomplished. With the victory, Reddick stretches his dominance to a massive 105-point lead over the field. The episode breaks down: How the late-race caution changed everythingReddick’s elite execution and championship trajectoryThe impact of extended green-flag runs on strategyWhat’s going wrong with Chevrolet right nowPlus, the crew shifts gears and looks ahead to Talladega race weekend at Talladega Superspeedway—bringing you expert picks, race analysis, and fantasy insights to get you ready for one of the most unpredictable stops on the schedule. Buckle up—this one’s loaded. 🎧 Stream Mash The Gas everywhere: Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5q7HqM7zPjzZ8OjU6FEXzA Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1489736443 YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DiscussionCombustion 📲 Follow Mash the Gas Podcast:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iC4tXx9uFhN1W5hRQmDkW 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1483538501 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MashTheGasPodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MashTheGasPod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashthegas.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MashTheGasPodcast 🚦 Follow NASCARSky:🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NASCARSky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nascarsky

    31 min
  6. APR 14

    Bristol | Mash The Gas Podcast

    Welcome back to another jam-packed episode of Mash the Gas! 🏁🔥 Jeff Davis, Kevin Batstone, and NASCARSky are back from the Cup Series off week to break down all the action from the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway. 🏟️🚗💨  🔮✅ Kevin called it two weeks ago—and it happened.  Ty Gibbs gets his first NASCAR Cup Series win 🏆, leading 25 laps and holding off a hard-charging Kyle Larson and Ryan Blaney, who was on four fresh tires. 🔥🚀  Gibbs, on 120+ lap old tires, digs deep and gets it done at The Last Great Coliseum—the world’s fastest half-mile. 🛞💪  🎭 On-track drama takes center stage:  We dive into the retaliation between Kyle Busch and Riley Herbst, plus break down the ongoing struggles for Christopher Bell and William Byron. 📉😬  🏎️📊 NASCAR’s offseason changes:  We discuss the impact of the 750 package and the return of “the chase,” and why it’s creating one of the most exciting seasons in recent memory.  📺📡 Streaming frustrations:  Why sports fans everywhere are feeling the pain when it comes to watching the action. 😤  🌾🏁 Looking ahead to Kansas:  We preview the AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway, where Jeff and Kevin will be on-site all weekend—so come say what’s up. 👋  🎯🧠🏆 Picks, analysis & fantasy:  As always, we’ve got expert picks, breakdowns, and fantasy advice to get you ready for race day. Thanks for the continued support 🙌—follow, subscribe… you know the deal. 🎶 Going to Kansas City… Kansas City, here I come 🎤🎶 🎧 Stream Mash The Gas everywhere: Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5q7HqM7zPjzZ8OjU6FEXzA Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1489736443 YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DiscussionCombustion 📲 Follow Mash the Gas Podcast:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iC4tXx9uFhN1W5hRQmDkW 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1483538501 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MashTheGasPodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MashTheGasPod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashthegas.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MashTheGasPodcast 🚦 Follow NASCARSky:🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NASCARSky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nascarsky #MashTheGas, #NASCAR, #FoodCity500, #BristolMotorSpeedway, #TyGibbs, #KyleLarson, #RyanBlaney, #KyleBusch, #RileyHerbst, #ChristopherBell, #WilliamByron, #NASCARPlayoffs, #AdventHealth400, #KansasSpeedway, #RacingPodcast, #FantasyRacing, #NASCARAnalysis

    36 min
  7. MAR 31

    Martinsville | Mash The Gas Podcast

    The trio is back to break down all the action from the Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway—where the hot dogs were flying (46,000+ sold in the stands 🍴🌭) and tempers were just as heated. Chase Elliott punches his ticket to Victory Lane for the first time in 2026, delivering the first win of the season for Hendrick Motorsports and Chevrolet. A clutch call from crew chief Alan Gustafson proved to be the difference-maker, leapfrogging Denny Hamlin—who dominated nearly two-thirds of the race but came up just short. We’re diving into all the storylines, including: Bubba Wallace with a costly self-inflicted mistake that took him out of contention  The impact of the 750 horsepower package and what it means moving forward  Current point standings—who’s rising, who’s falling 📈📉 Shane van Gisbergen continuing to lead the charge for Trackhouse RacingPlus, we look ahead as the Cup Series takes a break for the holiday weekend. The NASCAR Cup Series pauses for Easter, while the Truck Series heads to Rockingham Speedway for the O’Reilly Auto Parts race—featuring a debut from YouTube star Cleetus McFarland with Richard Childress Racing. We’ve got expert analysis, bold predictions, fantasy insights, and everything you need to gear up for Bristol in two weeks. Happy Easter and Happy Passover to those who celebrate—next stop: Bristol 🏁🔥 🎧 Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. 🎧 Stream Mash The Gas everywhere: Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5q7HqM7zPjzZ8OjU6FEXzA Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1489736443 YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DiscussionCombustion 📲 Follow Mash the Gas Podcast:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iC4tXx9uFhN1W5hRQmDkW 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1483538501 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MashTheGasPodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MashTheGasPod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashthegas.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MashTheGasPodcast 🚦 Follow NASCARSky:🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NASCARSky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nascarsky#NASCAR, #MashTheGas, #Goodyear400, #Darlington, #TylerReddick, #RyanBlaney, #KyleBusch, #AlexBowman, #RFKRacing, #HendrickMotorsports, #RCR, #NASCARPlayoffs, #RacingPodcast, #Motorsports, #Martinsville, #Paperclip, #FantasyNASCAR

    35 min
  8. MAR 24

    Darlington | Mash The Gas Podcast

    Kevin, Sky, and Jeff are back to break down all the action from Darlington in another can’t-miss episode of Mash the Gas! 🏁🔥 Tyler Reddick continues his dominant 2026 campaign, capturing his FOURTH win of the season at the Goodyear 400 🚀—becoming just the third driver in NASCAR history to win 4 of the first 6 races. And it wasn’t easy… battling through a cool suit failure AND a mid-race battery change ⚡, Reddick drove through the field in gritty, throwback fashion to park it in victory lane. RFK Racing showed serious speed all day 💨, while Ryan Blaney fought through adversity yet again—dealing with loose lug nut issues for the SECOND straight race 🔧 and still bringing it home in P3. Grit meets consistency. We also dive into the 750 horsepower package 🏎️ and how it’s impacting competition across the field—who it benefits, who it hurts, and what it means moving forward. Big question marks surrounding Alex Bowman 🤕 as he continues recovering from vertigo—will his future with Hendrick Motorsports be in jeopardy? And what’s going on with Kyle Busch? 😬 The struggles with RCR continue… we break down what could be next for Rowdy and where he might land if things don’t turn around. Next up: Martinsville Speedway—the iconic “paperclip” 🧷 and home of the legendary $2 hot dogs 🌭. Have YOU ever had one?! As always, we’ve got your expert picks 🎯, fantasy advice 💰, race analysis, and everything you need to stay ahead of the NASCAR game. If you’re looking for fantasy tips, race analysis, and insider-level NASCAR discussion, the Mash the Gas crew has you covered. 🎧 Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. 🎧 Stream Mash The Gas everywhere: Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5q7HqM7zPjzZ8OjU6FEXzA Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1489736443 YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@DiscussionCombustion 📲 Follow Mash the Gas Podcast:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iC4tXx9uFhN1W5hRQmDkW 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mash-the-gas/id1483538501 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MashTheGasPodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MashTheGasPod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mashthegas.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MashTheGasPodcast 🚦 Follow NASCARSky:🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NASCARSky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nascarsky#NASCAR, #MashTheGas, #Goodyear400, #Darlington, #TylerReddick, #RyanBlaney, #KyleBusch, #AlexBowman, #RFKRacing, #HendrickMotorsports, #RCR, #NASCARPlayoffs, #RacingPodcast, #Motorsports, #Martinsville, #Paperclip, #FantasyNASCAR

    32 min

Ratings & Reviews

4.3
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

Rev up your week with "Mash the Gas Podcast," your ultimate pit stop for all things NASCAR. Join hosts Jeff Davis, NASCARsky and Kevin Batstone every Monday night as they take you on a thrilling ride through the world of NASCAR Cup racing. 🏁 Race Recaps: Buckle up as the trio break down the heart-pounding moments from the NASCAR Cup weekend, providing in-depth analysis, race highlights, and unforgettable moments on the track. 🔍 Preview Pit Lane: Get ahead of the curve with their insightful previews of the upcoming race weekend. From track insights to driver strategies, they've got the inside scoop on what to expect. 🎲 NASCAR Fantasy Talk: Revise your fantasy lineup with expert advice from the Mash the Gas team. Unleash the full potential of your fantasy team as they share tips, tricks, and sleeper picks for the next race. 🗣️ Pit Pass Rumors: Tune in for the latest buzz and rumors circulating in the NASCAR universe. From driver updates to team dynamics, Jeff, Sky and Kevin keep you in the loop with the hottest topics in the sport. Whether you're a die-hard NASCAR fan or a casual listener, "Mash the Gas Podcast" delivers high-octane excitement, laughter, and the camaraderie of three passionate hosts sharing their love for the fastest sport on four wheels. Hit the track with "Mash the Gas Podcast" every Monday night – because when it comes to NASCAR, they always mash the gas!