Promoter of Bowman Gray Stadium, Grandson of Founder Alvin Hawkins | Episode 4 - Gray Garrison

In this episode, Brad sits down with Gray Garrison — the longtime promoter of the legendary Bowman Gray Stadium and grandson of its founder, Alvin Hawkins. Known as “The Madhouse,” Bowman Gray has been the heartbeat of short-track racing for generations, and Gray has been at the center of it all.

From the wild Saturday-night action to the behind-the-scenes challenges of running one of the most iconic tracks in America, Gray shares stories that define both his family’s legacy and the sport itself. It’s a deep dive into the tradition, passion, and organized chaos that make Bowman Gray unlike anywhere else in racing.

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