NHRA Insider Podcast

Brian Lohnes
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NHRA Insider Podcast

the NHRA Insider Podcast Presented by Speedmaster is an inside look at the world of the NHRA and all things drag racing. Hosted by Brian Lohnes. https://www.speedmaster79.com/

  1. 7.26 Seattle, Stats, and Setting Regular Season Championship Expectations

    4D AGO

    7.26 Seattle, Stats, and Setting Regular Season Championship Expectations

    On this monoogue style episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes takes you through a load of information to set up not only the Muckleshoot NHRA Northwest Nationals but also the teams who are in best contention for the first NHRA regular season championship bonuses in history. Diving into the statistics that drive the sport Lohnes takes you through, class by class, the leaders, how they got there and how they need to stay there.    Additionally, there is a look at Pro Stock and the performance numbers that have come to define the season for the two largest teams, both good and bad. Once you understand the numbers you'll be able to see the clear difference between those that are succeeding and those that and not gotten a solid footing.     This is a deep breakdown before the tour heads west, enjoy!

    51 min
  2. 7.25 Winning Wrench Benders Tell All - Gladstone and Thomas Prock Talk Norwalk

    JUL 1

    7.25 Winning Wrench Benders Tell All - Gladstone and Thomas Prock Talk Norwalk

    On this revealing episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Thomas Prock and Joey Gladstone join host Brian Lohnes to talk about the victories they scored with their teams at the Summit Racing Equipment Nationals. Both guys have interesting stories and behind the scenes info that will keep you locked in.   Joey Gladstone is up first and he talks about the incredibly special relationship he shares with Cory Reed, their trials, tribulations, and his transition from championship level Pro Stock Motorcycle racer to critical wrench on Cory's car. The win was emotionally charged and you will know why when you listen to Gladstone's exceptional interview.    Thomas Prock is the junior half of one of motorsports most interesting crew chief duos. The senior half is of course his father Jimmy. In this chat, Prock talks through back to back victories, racing Funny Cars on tracks hot enough to fry eggs on, and the lessons learned so far this year.    Two young guys with futures in this sport that seem limitless, you'll love this in-depth exploration of their success.

    54 min
  3. 7.24 A Blazing Hot Richmond Recap, A Funny Car Fire Fighter, and Norwalk Looms

    JUN 24

    7.24 A Blazing Hot Richmond Recap, A Funny Car Fire Fighter, and Norwalk Looms

    On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Chris King, the Chicago firefighter who has battled his way into the NHRA Funny Car ranks and will attempt to qualify with 20 other drivers in Norwalk. The conversation with King starts off with the wild story of him having to act to save his neighbor's life just before the interview and ranges through the growth, challenges, ups, downs, and memorable moments of funny car racing.   King is the second half of the show. A monologue style recap of the Virginia Nationals starts the show and host Lohnes goes into all of the classes, the controversial Top Fuel winner situation, and all the factors he learned about all of it.    This one will get you primed for the action this coming weekend in Norwalk!

    55 min
  4. 7.23 The Insiders Talk Pro Stock Tension, Virginia Heat, and More!

    JUN 17

    7.23 The Insiders Talk Pro Stock Tension, Virginia Heat, and More!

    On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna join host Brian Lohnes to talk about all the big stories coming out of Bristol and coming into the American Rebel Light NHRA Virginia Nationals this weekend. The boys really deep dive into the Mission Foods classes and the conversation has more than a few twists and turns.    There's a returning potential young rock star in Pro Stock Motorcycle, a pro debut in the same class, there's untold levels of angst and ire in the Pro Stock car class, which is not at this race but is discussed in depth, and then there are the nitro categories which have their own myriad storylines that the guys go over.    Get geared up for three qualifying sessions on a warm Saturday, a roasty toasty Sunday, and network coverage on FOX this week here on the Insider!

    1 hr
  5. 7.22 Dean Antonelli and Andrew Hines Talk About Conquering Thunder Valley

    JUN 10

    7.22 Dean Antonelli and Andrew Hines Talk About Conquering Thunder Valley

    On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Ron Capps Motorsports crew chief Dean Antonelli and Vance and Hines lead wrench Andrew Hines join the show to discuss the wild action at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. Antonelli, Hines, and their teams were the masters of the most difficult racing conditions of the 2025 season so far. The conversations are interesting, centering around the ways that Antonelli managed the power and clutch of his car through every changing weather situation, delays, and a racing surface that was anything but cooperative. Hines talks about the debut of Brayden Davis, his amazing riding skills, and how Richard Gadson was not only deserving of his first win but was primed and ready to attack.  A race of controversy, fights, and more, get the inside scoop here.

    57 min
  6. 7.21 An Epping Recap, JR Todd, and A Look Forward To Bristol

    JUN 3

    7.21 An Epping Recap, JR Todd, and A Look Forward To Bristol

    On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, JR Todd joins host Brian Lohnes to talk about his big victory in Epping, New Hampshire and how it all came together. The conversation with Todd follows a recap of the action from the New England Nationals which was historic by any measure.    Also included in this episode is a look forward to the SuperGrip Thunder Valley Nationals this coming weekend and an update on all the breaking news from the nitro Funny Car debut of Julie Naatas, adjustments made to the NHRAonFOX television schedule for the remainder of the season, and more.    An updated and upgraded drag strip awaits the most powerful racing machines in the world this weekend and there's plenty to talk about!

    44 min
  7. 7.20 The NHRA Heads To New England And The Insiders Give You The Scoop

    MAY 28

    7.20 The NHRA Heads To New England And The Insiders Give You The Scoop

    On this episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, Kevin McKenna of National Dragster and Tony Pedregon of the NHRAonFOX join Brian Lohnes to talk about the excitement of Chicago and how that will translate into the action at New England Dragway in Epping, New Hampshire this weekend. The New England Nationals are always a unique event each season. The classic track, the fast air and surface, and increasing pressure on teams at this time of the year, always lead to memorable moments.    On this show the three talk about the news of the week, the drivers who are making headlines for the right and wrong reasons, the outlook for Pro Stock this weekend after an extended break, and how the whole season is shaping up. There's also the #1 Clawifier for the first time ever on Friday night, and they talk about all the good stuff on the line there as well.    Big fun in the Granite State, coming this weekend!

    1h 2m
  8. 7.19 Breaking Down The Great Chicago Dust Up of 2025

    MAY 20

    7.19 Breaking Down The Great Chicago Dust Up of 2025

    On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Jack Beckman the Funny Car winner from the Gerber Collision and Glass Rt 66 Nationals presented by Peak as well as Chicagoland's favorite Top Fuel son, T.J. Zizzo. The two guys take us deep inside a race weekend that will long live in the lore of NHRA history.    Incredible weather conditions from high winds to the first actual dust storm in Illinois for 91 years had racers on their toes. The teams that best navigated the conditions won the race and Beckman takes us all on a weekend trip through a topsy-turvy battle he and his team faced.    T.J. Zizzo was eliminated in the first round but it's still amazing to hear how his part time team dealt with the wild weather everyone was handed at Rt 66 Raceway. He takes us through their approach, goals, and what they learned.    A great show about an exceptional race!

    1h 4m
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the NHRA Insider Podcast Presented by Speedmaster is an inside look at the world of the NHRA and all things drag racing. Hosted by Brian Lohnes. https://www.speedmaster79.com/

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  • Creator
    Brian Lohnes
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 the National Hot Rod Association
  • Show Website
    NHRA Insider Podcast

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