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The High Limit Racing Sprint Car Series is BACK at Red Cedar Speedway, and we sat down with High Limit pit reporter Tony (TLP) LaPorta to get the inside scoop before the Roto-Rooter Midweek Series rolls into Menomonie!

Tony takes us behind the scenes of one of the fastest-growing series in dirt racing and shares what stood out from last year's incredible visit to Red Cedar Speedway. We discuss why Northwest Wisconsin has become such a special stop for teams and fans alike, and why everyone at High Limit is excited to return for Year 2.

We also dive into:
🏁 Aaron Reutzel's dominant Month of May
🏁 The championship battle between Aaron Reutzel and Rico Abreu
🏁 The biggest storylines and standout performances of the 2026 season
🏁 FS1 bringing High Limit Racing to a national audience
🏁 How the High Limit Series operates behind the scenes
🏁 The massive 14-day swing through 7 states and 9 races
🏁 What its like be a pit/infield reporter for this series, and the travels

Plus, we throw some random questions at Tony, learn more about his journey in racing, and talk about the incredible excitement surrounding the return of the High Limit Racing Sprint Car Series to Red Cedar Speedway.

If you're headed to Red Cedar Speedway Wednesday night, this episode is the perfect way to get ready for one of the biggest racing events of the year!

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🏁 This week on the Built 2 Media Podcast R&R Series, we’re breaking down one of the wildest nights of racing yet from Rice Lake Speedway! 🔥

History was made as Kennedy Swan became the FIRST female driver in track history to win a WISSOTA Modified feature at the legendary Northern Wisconsin dirt track. We break down the historic moment, what it means for the sport, and the atmosphere surrounding the win.

We also dive into:
💥 Aiden Hoffman’s wild barrel roll
🏁 The unbelievable 0.003 second Midwest Modified finish between Nick Koehler and Mike Schnider
🏆 Shawn McFadden picking up his first ever Rice Lake Super Stock feature win
🔥 Shawn Amundson continuing his early season dominance in the Street Stocks

Plus, CJ “Station Wagon” Wagner joins the show after his Kids Night win at Rice Lake Speedway to talk about:
🚗 The legendary station wagon
🔢 Picking up his first win of 2026 in the famous #93 station wagon 
🏁 Grassroots racing
🎙️ Real stories from the track and beyond

We also recap other racing action from around the area and look ahead to next week’s show.

🎧 Thanks for listening to the Built 2 Media Podcast!

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This week on the Built2 Media Podcast R&R Series, we’re breaking down a STACKED weekend of racing action from Red Cedar Speedway and Rice Lake Speedway. 🏁🔥

We dive into what might’ve been the race of the year so far in the Midwest Modified division at Rice Lake Speedway, Simon Wahlstrom’s unbelievable charge from 22nd to 2nd in the Bomber Bash, and Jesse Redetzke’s clean sweep in the Super Stocks at Red Cedar.

This week we’re joined by special guest Mickey Anderson — one of the most honest and genuine drivers we’ve had on the show. We talk about his first heat race win, how his night unfolded, and plenty more from his racing journey.

We also cover:
 • Blake Adams continuing his incredible season
• Matt Leer’s breakout Modified run
• Shadow Kitchner picking up the win at Red Cedar
• Kaden Blaeser staying red hot with another win streak
• Hard chargers, sweeps, controversy, and everything in between

This episode has a little bit of EVERYTHING. If you love local dirt track racing, this one’s for you. 🎙️🏁

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This week on the Built2 Media Podcast R&R Series, we’re breaking down another huge weekend of racing action from Red Cedar Speedway and Rice Lake Speedway. 🏁🔥

Joining us as a special co-host is rookie USRA Late Model driver Caden Steffen Ludwig, fresh off his opening night win at Red Cedar Speedway. We talk about the momentum he’s carrying into the 2026 season, the challenges of competing weekly, and why he’s quickly becoming one of the young drivers to watch this year.

We’re also joined by special guest Sam Fankhauser after picking up his first win of the season last Friday night at Red Cedar Speedway. We recap his night, the emotions of getting back to victory lane, and what’s ahead for the rest of the season.

Plus, we dive into:
 🏁 Kaden Blaeser sweeping the Henry Repeating Arms Springtime Modified Specracular aka "The Hank", and Free Grandstands night at Red Cedar Speedway (brought to you by Cardinal Glass)
🏁 The growing Midwest Mod rivalry between Blake Adams and Brady Larson
🏁 A wild weekend of Super Stock racing as Jesse Redetzke snapped Steve Struart's winning streak before Alex Myers followed it up with a win at Rice Lake
 🏁 The impressive speed shown by Jeff Eisner Jr. as he continues proving he can run with the front-runners in the Super Stock division

Another packed episode filled with local racing stories, weekend recap reactions, driver interviews, and everything happening around the Wisconsin dirt racing scene.

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This week on the Built2 Media Podcast R&R Series, we cover a weekend that had EVERYTHING. 🏁🔥

We try to keep up with Blake Adams and the 40D Modified at Rice Lake Speedway… and let’s just say, good luck with that. From nonstop action to absolute chaos, Rice Lake once again delivered one of the wildest nights of racing around.

We also head to Red Cedar Speedway, where drivers went from the parking lot to Victory Lane in one unforgettable opening night. Plus, we sit down with Kaden Blaeser following his big Modified win to talk about the season start, the race, and what’s ahead.

If you love local dirt racing, wild storylines, and unfiltered race night reactions, this episode is for you.

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🏁 Rice Lake Speedway chaos
 🏁 Red Cedar Speedway opening night
 🏁 Kaden Blaeser interview
 🏁 Modified racing action all episode long

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🏁 WE’RE BACK. 🏁

Rice Lake Speedway is back—and so are we.

Opening night of the 2026 season brought the heat: stacked fields, dominant sweeps, hard chargers slicing through the pack, and a few drivers already looking mid-season sharp.

Unfortunately… not us. 😅

We break it all down—the results, the standouts, and the chaos—while Blake fires off confident takes, Ben tries to keep things on track… and occasionally derails it himself.

Then we’re joined by one of the hottest young drivers in the region, Cooper Sundby, fresh off a win at Cedar Lake Speedway and coming off his rookie season in the USRA Late Models.

He talks:
🔥 The jump to USRA Late Models
🔥 What he learned the hard way
🔥 Why nobody’s catching him off guard anymore

It’s opening night energy, questionable professionalism, a few hot takes—and just enough real insight to make it worth your time.

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This week on the Built2 Media Podcast, we celebrate Episode 100, as we sit down with Ben Hillman—a driver whose journey isn’t about finding speed, it’s about turning it into wins.

From running up front right out of the gate in 2017 and 2018 to breaking through with three wins in 2022, Ben has shown he can compete with the best. But like most racing careers, the path hasn’t been a straight line. After making the jump from Superstock to Wissota Modifieds in 2023, the #22 team has faced the challenges that come with stepping up in competition.

Now in 2025, with multiple top 10s and a runner-up finish, the momentum is building—and it feels like he’s getting close again.

We also sit down with his dad, Jan Hillman, who brings the stories. From back-in-the-day racing memories to the lessons that shaped their journey, this episode is packed with real talk, laughs, and insight.

 Highlights - Jan Hillman’s back-in-the-day stories that show how much the sport has changed,  Father/son dynamic: how their relationship works at the track and behind the scenes,  The jump from Superstock to WISSOTA Modifieds and the reality of stepping up in competition,  Two-minute questions bring the laughs and some unexpected answers 

🔥 Hometown vibes
 🏁 Great stories from both generations
 ⏱️ Two-minute questions deliver as always

This one’s got a little bit of everything.

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This one is ALL gas, no brakes. 🏁🔥💨

We brought the Built2 Media Podcast straight to the heart of the action—LIVE from the 2026 Red Cedar Speedway Car Show—and it delivered in a BIG way. Surrounded by some of the cleanest builds, electric energy ⚡, and the biggest personalities in local racing, we sat down with a stacked lineup of racers, wives, and family members who live and breathe this sport.

This episode dives DEEP. We’re talking about the GRIND of last season—the wins 🏆, the wrecks 💥, the moments that defined 2025—and what it’s going to take to level up heading into 2026. You’ll hear firsthand how these drivers prepare, what keeps them motivated, and the mindset it takes to compete week in and week out.

But it’s not just about stats and finishes… this is about the PEOPLE behind the helmets and behind the scenes. The stories you don’t always hear. The laughs 😂, the rivalries 😤, the family ties ❤️, and the passion that keeps dirt track racing alive and growing.

And yeah—we had to ask the question: what’s your favorite car at the show? 👀🔥 Some answers might surprise you.

Featuring an absolutely LOADED guest lineup: Johnny Johnson, Jeremy Bluem, Avery Anderson, Chris Sleep, Derek Krumrie, Tate Anderson, Caden Ludwig, Jen Anderson, Brantley Langer, Jaxson Helland, Easton Schultz, Lucas Peterson, Jordan Langer, Jake Redetzke, Landon Supri, and Zachary Shackleton.

If you’re a fan of local racing, Red Cedar Speedway, or just love hearing real, unfiltered conversations from the people in the sport—this episode is one you don’t want to miss.

Turn it up 🔊. Hit play ▶️. The 2026 season starts NOW. 🔥🏁💯

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This one brings the ENERGY. 🔥 

Kennedy Swan joins the Built2 Media Podcast and this conversation hits everything—from her Rookie of the Year season to a strong 2024 and the hunger to break through in 2025. Kennedy is only 19, but she’s already proving she belongs in the Wissota Modified conversation. 

We talk about what separates speed from winning, the mental side of staying consistent, and what it’s like chasing results in the ultra-competitive Wissota Modified class. Kennedy doesn’t hold back talking about the highs, the struggles of 2025, and what needs to click to turn speed into trips to victory lane. 

With Jason Swan in the room, you get the full picture—family, racing, pressure, and the work it takes behind the scenes.

Plus, the fan questions were LOADED and the 2-Minute Questions? Absolute chaos. Don’t miss the “Heartbeat Thumper.” 👀 

If you’re into real racing talk, raw stories, and the next generation coming up fast—this is the episode. 

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This one’s packed with stories.

On this episode of Built2Media, we sit down with local street stock legend Mike Knudtson for a high-energy, no-filter conversation about the past, present, and what’s coming next. From intense rivalries and hard racing to wild wrecks and unforgettable nights at the track, Mike brings the stories that only true racers can tell.

We dig into the moments that shaped him—memories with his dad, his biggest wins, and the competitors who pushed him to be better every single night. And yes… the stories get as good as you’d expect, including: “I grabbed the water cannon, and told him to go cool down.”

But this episode goes deeper than racing.

Mike opens up about stepping away from the track, focusing on family, and how life has changed in the best way. From his weight loss journey to feeling better than ever, this is a side of Mike people don’t always get to hear. We also talk about the future—what 2026 could look like, and whether the next generation of Knudtsons might be getting behind the wheel sooner than you think.

This is more than racing—it’s legacy, growth, and real-life perspective from one of the most well-known names in the local scene.

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