Live from Pins and Friends in Bristol, it’s a high-octane episode of Bristol: Driven! The crew dives into the biggest storylines heading into race weekend, talks tire wear, tempers, and takes you inside the chaos that only Bristol can deliver. Plus, special guests from Driven Sunglasses join the show to talk business, passion, and life at the track. It’s short track energy, unfiltered—don’t miss it.

The guys break down a wild weekend at Circuit of the Americas where history was made in NASCAR. From standout performances and surprising storylines to the biggest checkers, wreckers, and what-the-heck moments across the Truck, O'Reilly, and Cup races, the crew dives into everything that went down in Austin and St. Pete. Plus, they debate hot topics around the sport and make their picks for the upcoming race at Phoenix Raceway. 🏁🎙️

When the venue got double booked, the guys did what racers do best: adjust on the fly and keep it wide open. Episode 63: Atlanta – Plan B captures Chad, Chris, and Rick shifting gears mid-week while still delivering the full-throttle NASCAR breakdown fans expect.

From heated NasCourt debates and the Real or Fake game to Checkers, Wreckers & What the Heckers and an Atlanta preview, the crew proves that even when the track changes, the mission doesn’t. Add in Call Your Shot drama and betting odds talk, and you’ve got a show built on adaptability, energy, and unapologetic racing passion.

The crew fires up the mics for their first live podcast of the year at Earl’s in Winston-Salem, officially launching the countdown to the Cookout Clash and the 2026 NASCAR season. In Three Wide, they debate which drivers will score their first wins, predict breakout stars in the O’Reilly Series, name the driver they’re most excited to see in a Craftsman Truck, and reveal the tracks they can’t wait to visit this year.

Tempers flare in the Wreckers segment as the guys deliver their Checkers, Wreckers, and What the Heckers from the NASCAR offseason. Plus, they sit down with longtime industry insider and former driver Brian Smith, and welcome 2025 Miss North Carolina Reanna Ruark to discuss her “Shining Through the Storm” charity honoring the late Greg Biffle. The episode wraps with Call Your Shot, as the crew makes their picks for who conquers Bowman Gray.

Filmmaker Mark Cogan joins the show to talk about his journey from award-winning short films to working on major TV and film productions, the grind behind the scenes in Hollywood, and what it really takes to build a career in the industry.

The guys break down NASCAR’s wild offseason — from the 23XI & Front Row Motorsports lawsuit against NASCAR, to Steve Phelps stepping down, Tony Stewart’s return, and the newly announced comeback of The Chase. Is it the shake-up the sport needs… or a step backward?

Rocko Dion Williams’ journey is anything but ordinary. From spending his early childhood in Germany as the son of a military veteran to becoming a top football recruit in Atlanta, Rocko’s path was shaped by discipline, resilience, and opportunity. A standout linebacker at Wake Forest University, Rocko earned major honors, played in bowl games, and stood on the doorstep of the NFL before a difficult concussion history forced a life-changing decision.

That decision led him to NASCAR—where Rocko became a true trailblazer. From his first break with Chip Ganassi Racing to championship-caliber success at Hendrick Motorsports, Rocko carved out a historic career on pit road, winning 16 Cup races and becoming the first African American pit crew member and race shop mechanic at Hendrick, including for Jeff Gordon. This episode covers the full arc—family, football, faith, sacrifice, and the quiet legacy of one of motorsports’ true best kept secrets.

In Episode 58, the crew is joined by Carla Metts, a former cheerleader turned sports media personality covering NASCAR and Carolina football.

Carla talks about betting on herself, finding confidence in an unconventional path, and how every chapter of her journey helped prepare her for where she is now. The conversation hits on social media pressure, building credibility, and trusting the timing when you’re chasing something you love.

LET IT FLY. 🎤🔥

Casio Kid (aka Matt Mitchell) joins the show for a no-filter ride through stand-up comedy, rock ’n roll, radio chaos, and wrestling-level stories. Fast laughs, wild takes, and a whole lotta letting it fly — this one goes everywhere, and we loved every second of it.

Episode 56: Reggie Walker Jr. — Caught Between Paterno & ESPN
Former Penn State linebacker Reggie Walker Jr. joins us to unpack his unique journey from playing under Joe Paterno to covering the very scandal that took down his former coach while working for ESPN. We dive into what it was like being caught in the middle, the pressures of reporting on a program he once called home, and how that experience shaped his career. Reggie also talks about his current work calling games for ESPN, and we wrap with his breakdown of this year’s biggest coaching hires and conference championship matchups.