The Accelerator

Michael Batz
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The Accelerator brings you up to speed on everything happening at Linda’s Speedway—fast. Hosted by track promoter and longtime announcer Mike Batz, alongside recent Penn State broadcasting grad Kasey Kreider, this show offers a unique blend of behind-the-scenes access, storytelling, and sharp commentary from two voices rooted in the sport. The Accelerator doesn’t just cover the action—it helps you understand what makes it matter.

Episodes

  1. Ep 3 - May 28, 2026 - Bike Night Preview 2

    2d ago

    Ep 3 - May 28, 2026 - Bike Night Preview 2

    The conversation continues to speed up on The Accelerator as Michael Batz and Kasey Kreider keep digging into the latest storylines from Linda’s Speedway heading into Bike Night. We are diving deep into one of the most historic divisions at Linda's Speedway: the 270 Micro Sprints! In this final segment of The Accelerator BIKE NIGHT part 2, Mike and Kasey answer the questions about who is in the drivers seat of the title hunt, has the raw speed and who is snake bit, and discuss the emotional impact a win would have for local veteran Mike Rutherford. Plus, Mike sets a massive goal of pulling cars to the National Open this year. Stick around until the end as we preview Bike Night and set the stage for a massive night of racing in Jonestown!

    39 min
  2. Ep 2 - May 28, 2026 - Bike Night Preview

    2d ago

    Ep 2 - May 28, 2026 - Bike Night Preview

    We are keeping you up to speed on everything happening at Linda's Speedway! In this episode of The Accelerator, Mike and Kasey sit down to discuss the wild start to the season. The front-wheel drive stock cars are delivering unhinged, three-wide action that you have to see to believe. They also dive into the All-Star Slingshots to see if anyone can snap the decade-long dominance of Brett Bieber and Dave Carrighan, and they break down the epic chess match unfolding in the 600 Modifieds point battle.

    37 min
  3. Richie Hitzler's 50th Win: A Historic Night

    05/27/2025

    Richie Hitzler's 50th Win: A Historic Night

    Episode 1 - April 20, 2025In the debut episode of The Accelerator, Michael Batz and Kasey Kreider dive into one of the most meaningful wins in Linda’s Speedway history. Richie Hitzler’s 50th win wasn’t just another checkered flag—it was a legacy moment. From the determination that fueled Hitzler’s drive to the stories that shaped the moment, this episode blends race recap, personal insight, and behind-the-scenes memories you won’t get anywhere else.Subscribe for more deep dives, stories, and moments that matter in grassroots racing.

    17 min
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About

The Accelerator brings you up to speed on everything happening at Linda’s Speedway—fast. Hosted by track promoter and longtime announcer Mike Batz, alongside recent Penn State broadcasting grad Kasey Kreider, this show offers a unique blend of behind-the-scenes access, storytelling, and sharp commentary from two voices rooted in the sport. The Accelerator doesn’t just cover the action—it helps you understand what makes it matter.

Information

  • Creator
    Michael Batz
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Michael Batz
  • Show Website
    The Accelerator