Show overview
NHRA Insider Podcast has been publishing since 2019, and across the 7 years since has built a catalogue of 339 episodes. That works out to roughly 320 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 8th season.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 49 min and 1h 4m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. It is catalogued as a EN-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 5 days ago, with 30 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Brian Lohnes.
From the publisher
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/
Latest Episodes
View all 339 episodes8.30 The Insiders Talk Brainerd, Points Battles, and More!
8.29 Spencer Hyde and Dean Antonelli Talk Norwalk, Points, Brainerd and More!
8.28 JR Todd Breaks Down A Hectic Seattle Win
8.27 Antron Brown and Austin Prock Talk Points, Progress, and Performance
8.26 Alan Johnson and Jasmine Salinas Tell Sonoma Top Fuel Tales
8.25 Insiders Talk Sonoma, A Half Season Down Plus Dylan Winefsky
8.24 Rob Flynn and Aaron Stanfield Share Incredible Stories From Norwalk
8.23 Norwalk Talk With the Insiders: From Thunder Valley to Corn Country
8.22 The Runner Ups: Langdon and Dan Wilkerson Talk Bristol
8.21 The Insiders Dig Into The Eastern Swing, Preview Bristol
8.20 Masters of Maryland: Angie Smith and Thomas Prock Spill The Beans
8.19 The Insiders Preview The Potomac Nationals and Chris King Chats Chicago
8.18 Matt Smith and Chad Green Detail Windy City Wins
8.17 - The Insiders Talk Chicago - Mendy Fry Talks Titles, Her New Doc, and More
8.16 Brian Husen and Chris Cunningham Break Down Georgia Records and Wins
8.15 The Four Wide Frenzy and A Southern Nationals Preview
8.14 Hagan Talks Pomona Win, McKenna and Pedregon Preview Charlotte
8.13 Conquering Pomona: Greg Anderson and Mike Green Break It Down
8.12 The Insiders Get Fired Up For A Fast Pomona
On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster Kevin McKenna and Tony Pedregon join the show to talk about the lessons learned over the first two races and how the game will totally change in Pomona. With temperatures expected to be more than 40 degrees cooler than Phoenix, this will be the fastest, highest performing race of the early 2026 season so far. In this episode of NHRA Insiders, the guys break down who is in the best position to take advantage of the horsepower that will be available. The panel talks about the early season surprises for some teams and those that need to really establish themselves at the Lucas Oil Winternationals. Everyone has been chomping at the bit for this race, and by the time you are done listening to this show, you'll have your own predictions to make regarding who's favored to win and just how quick everyone will have to go. Hot takes and great insight from the crew abound.
8.11 Freeman Talks Pro Stock Changes, Van Sant on Pro Stock Motorcycle, and Burgess on History and More!
On this jam packed episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, three big guests join host Brian Lohnes to talk all things NHRA. First up is Richard Freeman. Richard talks all about the new Elite Top Fuel Team, their early success, the evolution of the program, and how it will grow in the future. He also talks about major transformative changes to Pro Stock in 2027 with a new look, new rules, and more. Chase Van Sant is the second guest. Chase talks about his outlook for 2026, the work his team has done to get faster, the increase in participation by Trick Tools, and how it is all coming together to make a more competitive campaign this year. Finally, National Dragster Editorial Director Phil Burgess joins to talk about the early stories of 2026, the 75th NHRA season, 55 years of rear engine Top Fuel winners, the major stories for the Lucas OIl Winternationals, and a whole lot more. This is a banger of a show!