Beating and Banging: NASCAR News

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Beating and Banging is your home for interviews and analysis from journalist Kyle Dalton with NASCAR drivers, various personnel, media, and others in the industry. The podcast is devoted to covering N... more

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Beating and Banging: NASCAR News episodes:

September 14, 2024Kyle Larson Reveals Force of Atlanta Hit | Denny Hamlin and Crew Chief Not on Same Page
In this episode:
Denny Hamlin explains why he took a conservative approach at Atlanta.
Dale Jr. and Hamlin's crew chief Chris Gabehart both address Hamlin's race strategy at Atlanta.
Kyle Larson reveals the G-forces he experienced in his Atlanta crash and we compare it to other big impacts in 2024.
Todd Gilliland talks about making his 100th Cup Series start at Watkins Glen.

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14min
August 31, 2024Denny Hamlin Wants Mike Joy to Be Replaced & Kevin Harvick Questions NASCAR Playoff Format Integrity
In this episode:
Denny Hamlin talked on his "Actions Detrimental" podcast this week about how he liked Leigh Diffey's first call on NBC at Daytona and said the network or NASCAR needs to make an "executive decision" and have the Australian call all 36 Cup races each year. He also called out Fox's "messy" coverage.
Fox announcer Kevin Harvick talked on his "Happy Hour" podcast about the Daytona race and questioned NASCAR's playoff format. He is a fan of the more traditional top 16 best race cars advancing to the playoffs, not a win and you're in scenario, but understands it's part of the entertainment the sport is trying to provide for its fans.
NASCAR announced the 2025 schedule this week, including the first international date in 65 years in Mexico City. Daniel Suarez joined NASCAR's Ben Kennedy in a press conference with reporters talking about the upcoming race, and Kennedy addressed the conversation officials had with Kyle Busch and his team regarding the No. 8 making the race after being arrested and detained in Mexico in January 2023 when authorities discovered a handgun in his luggage.
TV ratings for Daytona reached a four-year high and a trend that's happened in the last couple of months.

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16min
August 24, 2024Dale Jr. Makes Case Why He Should Lead NASCAR | Corey LaJoie's Wild Flip and What NASCAR Is Doing About It
In this episode:
Tyler Reddick won for a second time in 2024 and continued a major heater where his average finishing position over the last five races is a ridiculous 2.5.
Corey LaJoie went for a surprising ride into the air, landed on his roof and slid down the backstretch, before digging into the grass and violently tumbling through the air. NASCAR responded to the accident by implementing changes in the cars ahead of Daytona.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. talked about the rain-delayed race in Michigan and what he would do to fix the scenario and it starts with start times and made a case for why he should run NASCAR.
Kyle Larson talked about the hot topic of conversation he started when suggesting he was better than Max Verstappen. The HMS driver addressed the topic at Daytona and made some remarks about how he's hopeful it stimulates conversation about NASCAR in the international racing community.

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18min
July 20, 2024Exclusive Interview With Josh Berry
Josh Berry exclusive interview includes discussing:
The sadness at Stewart-Haas Racing since the announcement.
The heated argument he got in with crew chief Rodney Childers at Chicago.
How he and Childers tried to find a team as a package deal in 2025 and how he's disappointed it didn't happen.
What it's like driving for AM Racing in the Xfinity Series.
Plus:
Denny Hamlin offered some interesting comments on Bubba Wallace and the No. 23 team.
Kevin Harvick didn't hold back on where he thinks Hailie Deegan went wrong in her career.
Kyle Busch rips Corey LaJoie during an appearance on the "Pat McAfee Show."

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19min
July 13, 2024Exclusive Interview With NASCAR on Fox Reporter Bob Pockrass
NASCAR on Fox Reporter interview includes discussing:
Bubba Wallace penalty and why Chase Elliott didn't receive one.
Hailie Deegan parting ways with AM Racing and what her prospects are in the future.
Noah Gragson to Front Row Motorsports and other Silly Season news, including who will fill the third ride at 23XI Racing.
Charter negotiations and why the teams are not going to get what they want.
Electric racing and what it might look like in the future.

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24min
July 06, 2024Exclusive Interview with Chase Elliott, Including Talking About Ryan Blaney Friendship and Potential Electric Future in NASCAR
THIS WEEK:
1-on-1 interview with Chase Elliott, including talking about first half of 2024 season, friendship with Ryan Blaney, and potential electric NASCAR in the future.
Joey Logano replaces Hailie Deegan in No. 15 Xfinity Series car in Chicago.
Kyle Larson-Denny Hamlin rivalry escalates at Nashville and both drivers talk about it.
NASCAR responds to controversial decision and criticism of repositioning Kyle Busch to second row after being involved in incident on overtime restart in Nashville.

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25min
June 08, 2024UFC CEO Dana White Mentions Deal With NASCAR for Electric Series | Martin Truex Jr. Addresses Retirement
THIS WEEK:
UFC CEO Dana White unexpectedly talked about his "deal" with NASCAR for an electric series.
Martin Truex Jr. discusses retirement and the perfect scenario where he walks off into the sunset.
NASCAR gives Kyle Larson the much-anticipated playoff waiver.
Tony Stewart shares video that won't make Stewart-Haas Racing fans happy.

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19min
June 01, 2024Exclusive Interview With Matt DiBenedetto, Including Discussing Regret for His Actions When He Lost No. 21 Ride
TOP STORY/INTERVIEW:
Xfinity Series driver talks about:
How he regrets some of the things he did/said when he lost the ride with the No. 21 Wood Brothers Cup Series car.
Why he's excited about the future at Viking Motorsports.
Does he have hopes of returning to the Cup Series?
PLUS:
Larry McReynolds calls out Joey Logano for his comments on the playoff waiver debate and Kyle Larson potentially receiving an exemption.
Stewart-Haas Racing announces it's closing at the end of 2024.

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34min
May 25, 2024Exclusive Interviews With Joey Logano and Ryan Blaney
TOP STORY/INTERVIEW:
2023 Cup Series Champion Ryan Blaney talks about:
Why he regularly pushes the button and cusses over the team radio
Provides an update on appearing as a host of Saturday Night Live.
Two-Time Champion Joey Logano discusses:
Feelings after seeing former Team Penske teammate Brad Keselowski get his first win in 110 races.
His potential plans in the broadcast booth when his racing days are over.
PLUS:
Kyle Busch - Ricky Stenhouse Jr. fight:
Denny Hamlin talked about Kyle Busch having facial soreness.
Richard Childress threatened Stenhouse if he wrecks the No. 8 car at Charlotte.
NASCAR announced a record $75,000 fine for Stenhouse. Daniel Suarez, Kelley Earnhardt, and Chase Elliott all called out the fine for being wrong.

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34min
May 17, 2024Exclusive Interview With Austin Cindric and He Responds to Kevin Harvick's Criticism of the No. 2 Team Not Participating in Throwback Weekend
This Week in NASCAR (May 13 - May 17):

TOP STORY/INTERVIEW:
2022 Daytona 500 Champion Austin Cindric sits down for an interview and we talk about:
Kevin Harvick's criticism of him not participating in Throwback Weekend.
What he gave Brad Keselowski after winning at Darlington and why.
His awkward position during the historic photo finish at Atlanta.
And his excitement of bringing back the blue deuce.
PLUS:
Chase Briscoe candidly talks about his uncertain future at Stewart-Haas Racing.
Kevin Harvick admits to dirty driving and thinks more Cup Series drivers need to do it.
The Texas NASCAR community mourns the loss of the legendary Texas Motor Speedway boss Eddie Gossage.
NASCAR will be returning to North Wilkesboro for the All-Star Race in 2025.

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21min

FAQs about Beating and Banging: NASCAR News:

How many episodes does Beating and Banging: NASCAR News have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.