The Teardown

Coming off of a career-best second-place finish last weekend at Nashville Superspeedway, Ross Chastain joins the 12 Questions podcast to discuss his aggressive reputation and the up-and-down career path that ultimately led to his arrival at Chip Ganassi Racing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One driver dominates the rest of the field in the NASCAR Nashville race, leading Jeff and Jordan to wonder about his place in history. The guys also touch on F1 in France, IndyCar at Road America and SRX at Knoxville. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The driver/owner of Xfinity Series team Martins Motorsports joins the 12 Questions podcast to give his unfiltered, honest view of the struggles running a mid-pack race team in NASCAR. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the NASCAR All-Star Race at Texas to the debut of SRX at Stafford, Jeff and Jordan discuss an eventful weekend in racing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime Joe Gibbs Racing executive Dave Alpern, author of a new book called Taking The Lead, joins the 12 Questions this week to discuss his experiences in racing and why the son of a CIA operative wanted to write a book about his story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A familiar face dominates a NASCAR race in Wine Country and Formula One has a wild finish in Baku. Jeff and Jordan reunite to discuss what it all means and digest how the seasons for NASCAR and F1 are unfolding so far. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With NASCAR headed to another road course this weekend, previous road race winner Christopher Bell confesses about some embarrassing mistakes he's made on the track and sheds some light on the difference between the dirt lifestyle and NASCAR lifestyle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After the release of her book concerning infertility struggles, Samantha Busch chats with Jeff Gluck about how to be there for friends or family going through similar battles. What should you say? What should you not say? How do you raise the topic? If you know anyone struggling with infertility, this podcast is for you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Jeff and Jordan at different races, each of them grab a friend to help analyze the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600. This week, Jeff is joined by Nate Ryan of NBC Sports and Jordan is joined by David Smith of Motorsports Analytics and Dustin Long of NBC Sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Heading into the Indianapolis 500, the two-time series champion for Team Penske tells us why he believes the talent level in IndyCar is just as good as Formula One, offers insight into the motives for his offseason workouts and why he felt comfortable moving away from his team's race shop. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NASCAR's good intentions go awry as rain impedes visibility and impacts the inaugural Cup Series race in Austin. Jeff and Jordan dissect everything that happened Sunday, what it means for future rain races and weigh in on other events in Monaco and Indianapolis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Xfinity Series driver/owner shares his perspective on the current sponsorship climate, what other forms of racing he enjoys and what he'll do when he wins a race in this wide-ranging and entertaining version of the 12 Questions interview. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was obvious from the start of the Dover race that a Hendrick Motorsports driver would win. The only question was: Which one? Jeff and Jordan break down how Dover unfolded and dive into the playoff bubble at the halfway point of the NASCAR Cup Series regular season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The two-time and defending World of Outlaws champ joins the 12 Questions podcast to describe what it feels like to crash in a sprint car, shed light on his unique travel logistics and discuss how he views his brief NASCAR career a decade later. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Part Three of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann continue on about the company’s expansion into the U.K., how the team got through the shutdown of sports and challenges that lay ahead. Writers, Marcus Thompson, Anthony Slater, Zach Harper and David Aldridge give their thoughts on that process as well.For the complete lineup of episodes, visit delltechnologiespodference.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Part Two of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann continue on about the company’s first steps into the marketplace. The challenges they met selling this idea to investors, and journalists they were trying to recruit, specifically with the expansion into the Bay Area. Writers, Marcus Thompson and Anthony Slater give their thoughts on that process as well.For the complete lineup of episodes, visit delltechnologiespodference.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Part One of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode we hear from The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann about how they met, how an idea for better sports coverage materialized into a significant media player in the sports landscape and the spirit at the heart of The Athletic’s culture. For the complete lineup of episodes, visit delltechnologiespodference.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After one driver beats up on the rest of the field at Darlington, Jeff and Jordan wonder about the perception of NASCAR's 750 horsepower package, discuss what they learned on Sunday and predict what fans will say about the race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2021 Daytona 500 champion joins the 12 Questions this week to talk about parenting, what it really feels like to crash in a race car and what he finds interesting about some of the top NASCAR drivers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a stray tire changes the course of Sunday's NASCAR race at Kansas Speedway, Jeff and Jordan ponder the timing of the caution and its effect on the results. Plus the guys chat about IndyCar at Texas, the All-Star Race format and Formula One in Portugal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a brief hiatus, the 12 Questions interviews return this week with a person in the news: Jennifer Jo Cobb, who was denied a chance to participate in the Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway despite a long career in the Truck Series. This week's interview sheds some light on Cobb's background as well as how she navigated the disappointment of Talladega. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

So many drivers seemed to have a shot at getting a win at Talladega Superspeedway, but only one came through and locked himself into the playoffs. Jeff and Jordan talk about an airborne crash, the implications for drivers who failed to score a victory and what it meant for the one who did. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff returns to the podcast to talk with Jordan about NASCAR at Richmond, Formula One at Imola and IndyCar's season opener at Barber. Plus Jeff finally gives his take on the Bristol dirt race and Jordan shares the story of his stolen car. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As it so often does, Martinsville produced another classic short race. Jordan Bianchi is joined by NASCAR.com's Zack Albert where they discussed everything that transpired at the Virginia half-mile, including a tense battle late between teammates. Also covered is Denny Hamlin's remarkably consistent season and where his career ranks all time, how long is too long when it comes to races at Martinsville, and an emotional Dale Earnhardt Jr. after his driver won the Xfinity Series race.Get all-access to The Athletic with an exclusive discount at theathletic.com/teardown Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jordan Bianchi and Jenna Fryer from the Associated Press discuss NASCAR's first Cup Series race on a dirt track in half a century. The two talk about what they liked and didn't, potential changes when NASCAR returns to the Bristol dirt track in 2022, and a thrilling finish with a surprising (maybe?) winner.Get all-access to The Athletic at theathletic.com/teardown Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle Larson may have dominated, but Ryan Blaney emerged as the winner in Sunday's NASCAR race at Atlanta. To recap the race, Jordan Bianchi is joined by Michelle Martinelli from For The Win/USA Today. Jordan and Michelle discuss Blaney's atypical win, Larson's strong performance and then delve into the altercation between Noah Gragson and Daniel Hemric following Saturday's Xfinity Series race.Get exclusive discount access to The Athletic at theathletic.com/teardown Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One driver ends a winless streak at Phoenix Raceway while the top teams reassert their dominance. Jordan is joined by his guest co-host -- er, wait...STILL Jeff Gluck -- to break down everything from Sunday's Cup Series race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Before making a stop at his home track of Phoenix Raceway this weekend, Alex Bowman swings by the 12 Questions podcast. Bowman sheds light on his discomfort in social situations and why he's so hard on himself for mistakes in the car. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The streak of surprises is over. Jeff and Jordan discuss the Las Vegas race and whether they foresaw the winner, then compare notes on what they've learned about the strength of different teams so far this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The second-year Richard Childress Racing NASCAR Cup Series driver brings his wit and honesty to this week's 12 Questions interview, explaining what he did wrong in his most embarrassing mistake, how he messes with people about his real job and the surprising family connection to country music. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another unpredictable race leaves Jeff and Jordan buzzing about the start to the 2021 NASCAR season. They talk all things Homestead-Miami Speedway here -- and Jordan gives his "acceptance speech" for winning the Was It A Good Race? poll last week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The scariest moment of Corey LaJoie's career and his most embarrassing story happened in the same week. In this week's 12 Questions, LaJoie details those incidents and shares other anecdotes in an entertaining conversation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two weeks, two unpredictable winners. Jeff and Jordan break down the latest surprise to open the 2021 NASCAR season and examine what it might mean for the rest of the regular season. Plus the guys chat with Lindsay Czarniak about her new podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first in-person 12 Questions interview in more than 11 months has Cup Series rookie Chase Briscoe chat with us through a chain-link fence at Daytona. From a hilariously embarrassing on-track incident to the latest update on his unusual diet, Briscoe brings humor and insight to this week's episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You know Lindsay Czarniak from all of her NASCAR and sports coverage over the years. Now check out this preview clip from her new podcast called "The Artist & The Athlete" where she interviews a famous athlete and musician at the same time and allows them to interact. In this segment from the debut episode, Lindsay chats with Brad Paisley and Clayton Kershaw. And check back on the Daytona road course post-race podcast for our interview with Lindsay! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NASCAR opens the season with an unpredictable result -- unless you're Jordan Bianchi, who called such an outcome earlier in the week. Jordan and Jeff break down everything that happened in Sunday's Daytona 500 and look ahead to what it could mean for the rest of the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our series of 12 Questions interviews kicks off its 12th season with Joey Logano of Team Penske. Does Logano ever lie about his job to strangers? What does it feel like to crash a race car? And what's the most embarrassing thing he's ever done in a car? Logano answers those questions and more in our season kickoff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our postrace podcast returns for 2021 with a review of The Clash at Daytona International Speedway. Jeff and Jordan discuss the wild finish of Tuesday night's exhibition race and look ahead to the Daytona 500. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With two weeks until the Daytona 500, Jeff and Jordan examine six storylines they believe will be the biggest topics for fans and media during the upcoming NASCAR season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With one-day shows seeming to be the wave of the future and three-day weekends mostly eliminated, how will the role of the NASCAR media change in 2021 and beyond? Jeff and Jordan ponder what could lie ahead in a post-COVID world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's your turn! Jeff and Jordan devote an episode to taking questions from listeners of The Teardown. Topics include Chase Elliott's legacy, which drivers could get their first wins in 2021 and whether the charter system has helped or hurt NASCAR. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Kyle Larson to Bubba Wallace, Jeff and Jordan take a look at 10 NASCAR drivers who switched teams in the offseason and answer a listener question on how to measure success for each of them in 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff and Jordan kick off the 2021 edition of The Teardown with eight suggestions for how NASCAR can better itself this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Santa Jeff and Santa Jordan bring their version of the holiday spirit to this week's podcast by choosing five gifts each to give NASCAR drivers. Which 10 made the cut for their nice list this year? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the last in a series of year-in-review podcasts, Jeff and Jordan look back at the predictions and perceptions from the preseason and weigh how they stacked up by the end of 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In our latest year-in-review podcast, Jeff and Jordan each give their three underachievers and overachievers of the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Week 2 of the NASCAR offseason gives Jeff and Jordan more time to reflect on 2020, so this week the guys come up with their five funniest moments of the year. From iRacing antics to Chase's middle finger, which one cracked them up the most? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NASCAR offseason upon us, Jeff and Jordan debate their picks for the five best races of the Cup Series season -- as well as the single worst race. Plus the guys give their guesses for the "Was it a good season?" poll. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff and Jordan are joined by a special guest -- NASCAR's Steve O'Donnell -- to discuss an unprecedented season and how the Cup Series championship at Phoenix Raceway unfolded. Plus O'Donnell takes his guess at the Phoenix "Was It A Good Race?" poll. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A dramatic elimination race at Martinsville Speedway leaves Jeff and Jordan with plenty to talk about. Plus the guys give their championship picks for Phoenix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.