Victory Lane

Davey Segal
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Welcome to the place everybody wants to be: Victory Lane! Davey Segal hosts your one stop shop for all things NASCAR, including in-depth interviews, discussion, news and more.

  1. MAR 23

    Episode 294: James Hinchcliffe

    The mayor of Hinchtown himself, James Hinchcliffe, joins Davey Segal (1:45) to debrief his first experience in NASCAR wheeling a Truck around the St. Petersburg streets for Spire Motorsports. He explains how the deal came together, his long relationship with Spire, how impressed the IndyCar paddock was with the series and the chances of him doing something like this again. Hinch also dives into his current roles with IndyCar on FOX , SiriusXM and Formula 1, explains why he's always had an interest for motorsports journalism, how he handles having to criticize fellow drivers and friends, the influence Greg Moore had on him and his perspective on the harrowing qualifying crash at Indy. Plus, his runner-up result on Dancing with the Stars, his beard routine, marrying his high school sweetheart, if he's ever actually considered running for Mayor anywhere and more, including some his favorite tracks around the world and what else is on his racing bucket list behind the wheel.

    47 min

  2. FEB 27

    Episode 293: Travis Pastrana

    Legendary extreme sports athlete and racer (and fellow Marylander) Travis Pastrana joins Davey Segal (2:50) to discuss his return to NASCAR and the Truck Series a couple weeks ago at Daytona, shaking and baking with his buddy Cleetus McFarland, how difficult parachuting in to race these days is and whether he'd entertain doing more one-offs in NASCAR down the road. He also discusses some of his gnarly injuries over the course of his decorated career, why a recent one stands out, where he first got influenced to pursue a career like this and what else is on his bucket list to race/drive/do. Plus, he explains how he got his life back thanks to some new medical treatment, why he believes staying active and to keep moving is of the utmost importance, the idea behind "Pastranaland" and what the future looks like for him.

    40 min

  3. FEB 20

    Episode 292: Racin' with Robin (Part 5)

    Fresh from Daytona, Davey and his better half Robin are back to debrief and dissect all that went down during Speedweek from the World Center of Racing. Davey gets the lowdown on his wife's first experience watching the 500 in person, if it felt different than other races/tracks she's been to before, Tyler Reddick's triumphant win and Michael Jordan's jubilation, Chase picks and more.

    41 min

  4. FEB 14

    Episode 291: Hello 2026 and Hello Daytona

    It's been a minute, but Davey Segal is back and at Daytona International Speedway to kick off the 2026 season! He provides an update on the podcast, what he's been up to the last few months and what we can expect from the season ahead.

    10 min

  5. 10/30/2025

    Episode 290: Ward Burton

    NASCAR legend and avid outdoorsman Ward Burton joins Davey Segal this week (2:45) in advance of the State Water Heaters Krush 250 at South Boston Speedway, benefitting the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation. Burton explains how the idea of the race came together, why and when his passion for the outdoors came into focus and more. Plus, his thoughts on Sam Mayer's suspension after spinning his son Jeb at Martinsville, the state of NASCAR in 2025, the playoff format, the lore of him snatching snakes online, how he got his name (spoiler alert: it's not really Ward), memories of Bill Davis, winning the 2002 Daytona 500 and more. Davey also previews the Championship 4 at Phoenix Raceway for all 3 national series

    51 min

  6. 10/15/2025

    Episode 289: Bill Venturini

    All good things come to an end, and 2025 marks the end of an institutional powerhouse in Venturini Motorsports. The patriarch of the organization, Bill Venturini, joins Davey Segal (3:45) to reflect and reminisce on the several decades of ownership in the ARCA Menards Series. From humble beginnings in Chicago to the high banks of Daytona, Big Bill was there every step of the way, with his wife Cathy by his side. He explains why now is the right time to step away from the sport, what made Nick Tucker and Nitro Motorsports the right group to take things over, how proud he is of his son, Billy, who has run day-to-day operations (who makes a surprise appearance!), why the ARCA Menards Series has been the right platform for them all these years, how he feels about the health of the series, the legacy he feels like he's leaving behind and more. Plus, how the patented Victory Lane kiss originated, their relationship with Toyota, his plans in retirement, how the feeling of winning races and developing drivers differ and much more.

    55 min

  7. 10/02/2025

    Episode 288: Jacob Goede

    2025 and two-time Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series champion Jacob Goede joins Davey Segal (2:05) on the heels of clinching another title in the Midwest. He explains the commitment it's taken for him to forgo a normal life to chase trophies and a championship, how his family-owned team has been all hands on deck, how much pride he takes in representing the Midwest, how the racing scene in that part of the country plays itself out and the championship that he's still fighting for this weekend. Plus, his 25+ year career in racing, whether he'd entertain a CARS Tour or NASCAR opportunity, why running the Snowball Derby remains high on his bucket list and what else there is to accomplish for him professionally in motorsports. Davey also recaps the wild finish at Kansas Speedway and looks ahead to the Round of 12 cutoff race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL.

    47 min

  8. 09/26/2025

    Episode 287: Scott Zipadelli

    TRICON Garage crew chief Scott Zipadelli returns to the podcast (9:10) on the heels of the No. 11's series-leading ninth win of the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season. He dives into how successful and fun 2025 has been, their quest for double digit wins and an elusive championship. He also shares his strong opinions on the much discussed playoff format, why he prefers things the old way where more consistency was rewarded and coming to grips with the fact that they *might* only have a 25% chance at winning the championship this year in Phoenix. He also reflects on a special win at Lime Rock Park earlier this year, shares the weak spots for the No. 11 team right now, how good Corey Heim really is, being second on the NCTS all-time wins list as a shot caller and more, including his biggest competition for the title and if they've reflected on their 3+ years together as a group with the writing on the wall that this year may be the final one together. Plus, Davey recaps the Round of 12 opener at New Hampshire, Papa Segal pays homage to John Force and more.

    55 min
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Welcome to the place everybody wants to be: Victory Lane! Davey Segal hosts your one stop shop for all things NASCAR, including in-depth interviews, discussion, news and more.

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  • Creator
    Davey Segal
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    297
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Victory Lane

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