NASCAR on NBC podcast

The Team Penske driver discusses his new role on TV, why he is skeptical of autonomous cars, how being a father has changed him, why he is more willing to speak out and the intriguing origins of his last name. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Team Penske driver on veterans being "jealous" of youthful stars, his respect for Kyle Busch's team owner savvy, the future of electric racing and a story about being the unknown kid who spun Tony Stewart. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBC Sports analyst on how NASCAR can rebuild its short-track roots, why the K&N, truck and Xfinity series might overlap too much, the case for bringing the All-Star Race to Nashville or South Boston and why more healthy debate is needed in NASCAR. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Motorsports Analytics founder on which crew chiefs are calling the best strategies and what the numbers showed from the West Coast Swing. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NASCAR Hall of Famer and NBC Sports analyst on the sweet spot of a Cup driver's career, what it's like facing performance and retirement questions at the end of a career and why it might be hard for a four-time champion to grapple with being a first-ballot NASCAR Hall of Famer. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBCSN analyst and NASCAR driver on Ford dominance; rear windows and NASCAR on Reddit; how teams value drivers; his season; the truck series' dynamic new engines and Tide Pods. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The four-time champion and Fox analyst on the need for drama and emotions from drivers; his thoughts on a potential induction to the NASCAR Hall of Fame; the best race he ever ran; Lewis Hamilton's Daytona 500 prospects; whether his kids will race; his origins at Hendrick Motorsports and what he does with the team now. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NASCAR on NBC analyst talks blocking, drafting and mistakes made in the Daytona 500, contrasts the plate racing styles of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Jeff Gordon, offers his take on Bubba Wallace vs. Denny Hamlin, explains what's at stake for Hendrick Motorsports and why this is the most terrifying week of the season for crew chiefs. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Austin Dillon and the No. 3 return to Daytona victory lane on the anniversary of Dale Earnhardt's death; Bubba Wallace gives Richard Petty a historic ride for the ages; and what was with all that blocking? Dustin Long and Nate Ryan analyze a wild 60th running of the Daytona 500. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The defending Daytona 500 winner on his celebration with Rob Gronkowski, delivering a ring to Tony Stewart, sneaking into short tracks, contract negotiation hurdles and his stature in NASCAR entering his 18th season. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freelance racing journalist Brant James and Jordan Bianchi of SB Nation discuss what was learned Sunday at Daytona, where Alex Bowman won the pole position and Brad Keselowski captured The Clash. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A conversation with Rick Houston, author of "Dale vs. Daytona," about chronicling one of NASCAR's most epic sagas of driver and racetrack. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The No. 24 crew chief on working with phenom William Byron, the personal and professional decisions that went into returning to the road and some new approaches at Hendrick Motorsports. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The statistical guru provides his impressions of NASCAR in 2018, including why Erik Jones and William Byron were good moves, his championship favorites and the chances of Martin Truex Jr. repeating his title. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The defending Cup series champion on rooting for the Eagles at his first Super Bowl, the decision to take less to stay at Furniture Row Racing and the Odd Couple dynamics that make his title team tick. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A collection of NASCAR drivers discuss what's new on and off the track in 2018. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A collection of NASCAR stars discuss what's new on and off the track in 2018. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The greatest hits of our second season, featuring myriad NASCAR drivers, crew chiefs, executives and NBC Sports analysts. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SiriusXM radio host and indie-rock legend returns to discuss who is best: Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt or Jimmie Johnson? ... how to fix the All-Star Race ... returning NASCAR to its roots ... the best driving songs ... and is rock and roll dead? Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The IndyCar Series champion on his infatuation with NASCAR, how Team Penske shares ideas and technology across its racing series, what Danica Patrick's chances are at the 2018 Indy 500 and why his offseason has been busy. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NASCAR on NBCSN analyst handicaps the Championship 4, reviews the overlooked moment when things came apart at Phoenix for Denny Hamlin and reflects on the final ride for his former driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Richard Petty Motorsports driver with some news on the No. 43, getting to know The King, the anxiety of waiting to race again in the Cup Series, his social media persona and his friendships with Ryan Blaney, Chase Elliott and other youthful stars. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Furniture Row Racing rookie on how the competition level of the Cup Series has surprised him, his famous mullet, being from small-town America and his quest to buy a special car that belonged to his late father. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Joe Gibbs Racing driver on why he plans to step away from Cup in 2018, his disappointing 2017 season, his happy (and expanding) family life and his enjoyment in biking and running. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The director of vehicle engineering for Hendrick Motorsports discusses her career path from F1 to IndyCar to NASCAR and the differences between each series. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The technical director of Toyota Racing Development on his long history with Jeff Gordon, his role in a memorable Dale Earnhardt victory, working with Juan Pablo Montoya at the 2000 Indianapolis 500 and what makes Toyota's success possible Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew chief for Kurt Busch on his memories of the incomparable Alan Kulwicki, being on (and being booed with) Jeff Gordon's legendary Rainbow Warriors team and why he is ready to wind down from life on the road after three decades. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NASCAR on NBC analyst on the differences between cheating and pushing the rules, why teams ask NASCAR for tighter officiating but struggle to comply and a shift toward heavier deterrence models Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hendrick Motorsports driver on how he helped Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Twitter game, the advice he's gotten from the Most Popular Driver whose ride he will fill next year and the long road he has traveled to NASCAR. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Supercars driver for DJR Team Penske on what it's like racing in Australia's top motor sports series and his aspirations to try stock cars in the future. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roush Fenway Racing driver on his first playoff, watching dirt with Danica and Kyle Larson and his Mississippi roots. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NASCAR on NBC analyst discusses what irked him about the Chase Elliott penalty, the state of Hendrick Motorsports after a crew chief change, Kyle Busch's pit crew and Brad Keselowski's outspoken stance on Toyota. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Candid conversations -- much of it outside of NASCAR -- with Ryan Blaney, Austin Dillon, Kurt Busch, Kasey Kahne, Chase Elliott, Ryan Newman and Matt Kenseth. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Candid conversations -- much of it outside of NASCAR -- with Martin Truex Jr., Kyle Larson, Kyle Busch, Denny Hamlin, Brad Keselowski, Jimmie Johnson and Kevin Harvick. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NASCAR president on his origins in racing, the narratives in NASCAR he'd like to change and what's ahead in a world of younger stars and autonomous cars. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew chief for Martin Truex Jr. on the unique and anti-establishment style of his Furniture Row Racing team that has taken NASCAR by storm this season. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NASCAR Hall of Famer on why the Southern 500 has become a can't-miss event, his recent return to racing, how he knew his skills had diminished so much it was time to retire and his advice to young drivers. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Stewart-Haas Racing driver on his Darlington paint scheme, his suggestions for improving the at-track experience and his life as a new dad at home. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The couple explain how they juggle the fast-paced road lifestyle of raising a young daughter with racing tractors (for PK's Red Blooded Binder team http://bit.ly/2g9e5Nk) while working on NASCAR on NBC's coverage team. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite an uncertain NASCAR future, the Stewart-Haas Racing driver says she is in a place of zen about life. She explains her secrets to staying happy and fulfilled, as well as what else she has cooking outside the race car these days. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chip Ganassi Racing driver on why veteran drivers are embracing fitness, why he loves observing social media but doesn't use it and why the NASCAR Drivers Council hasn't worked as he expected. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The upstart driver for Go Fas Racing discusses his goofy persona, his friendship with Dale Earnhardt Jr. (who loves butchering DiBenedetto's last name) and life on an underdog team. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The racing superstar on enjoying his new life post-NASCAR, from racing on dirt tracks to driving his team's T-shirt truck Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The general manager of the famous dirt track explains how the NASCAR Camping World Series came to tiny Rossburg, Ohio, if the Cup Series might be next and what it's like working for Tony Stewart. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBCSN analyst and veteran crew chief talks about the leap of faith he took to get started in NASCAR, his victories in the Cup Series and the rigorous demands of leading a race team. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The high-ranking executive explains what's in store for NASCAR's next technology-based Gen 7 model (and when); his upbringing in Egypt, how NASCAR can grow internationally; how driver council and industry meetings work; possible changes for stages and the overtime line; and why NASCAR's stars could use more swagger. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special longform-style episode, four members of the No. 20 crew explain the intricacies, intensity and injuries involved during the 11 seconds of chaos in a NASCAR pit stop. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The newest member of the NASCAR on NBC broadcast team explains how pit stops are similar to Olympic sprinting, his love of all things involving speed and what he hopes to learn covering racing. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The veteran of NASCAR, sports cars, IndyCar and F1 discusses his long history in racing, his friendship with Jimmie Johnson and his business that made steering wheels for every starter in the 2017 Daytona 500. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chevrolet Racing program manager Alba Colon discusses her fond memories of being teased and toughened by Dale Earnhardt, the success in getting Chevy Cup teams to collaborate more successfully this year with new technology, her position as one of the more powerful women in NASCAR and her efforts to attract women and minorities to engineering jobs in racing. Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.