Five To Go

Doug, Dan, and Devin discuss Chris Buescher and RFK's resurgence, fans' hasty hot takes, the aero at Michigan pointing to why the race was exciting, and Elliott's latest setback. They also discuss the Gragson-LMC fall out and where Gragson could race next year, the foreign invasion on the Indy road course, and the new way one manufacturer is using AI. They also talk about the inductees in the 2023 GA Racing Hall of Fame and some ins and outs of Johnson and co. entering the 2024 NASCAR Hall.

Doug, Dan, and Devin discuss the pros and cons of Sunday's Richmond Cup Series race and the tension (again) between racing and entertainment. Keselowski has some comments. Are the Fords really making a comeback or are other teams readying for the Playoffs? The guys compare the race crafts of Chris Buescher and Tyler Reddick. They also discuss the root of some on-track problems, the surprising new NXS-CW TV deal, and a Silly Season rumor from left field.

Doug, Dan, and Devin discuss the moral racing dilemma of racing similar cars with a trophy in sight. Dan also talks about driver-grievances evolving with the cars. The gang discusses the Logano-wrecker debacle, Rick Ware Racing's potential, Silly Season, and what's at stake for the Truck Series regular season finale.

Doug and Devin download their weekend full of action on the ground at Atlanta Motor Speedway, while Dan expresses what he thought of the race, while watching at home. And they explain why they all think that 300 miles is enough. They also discuss the points standings, the art of racing in the rain, big sponsor news, SRX, driver-owners, and the Harvick-Childress tribute. Then Daniel Suarez joins to talk "Daniel's Amigos" and SVG, followed by Mason Massey sharing about the Beau Slocumb tribute scheme he ran at his home track.

Doug, Dan, and Devin breakdown the Chicago Street Race and Shane Van Gisbergen's incredible win. They talk about what the race's success means for the sport both home and abroad. They discuss NASCAR's timing of shortening the race and gear up for the big AMS race weekend. Then Devin interviews Erik Jones about the schedule and Doug asks Aric Almirola about what of his driver items he is allowed to keep.

Doug and Dan talk with Devin about what he saw at Nashville Superspeedway and the crowd reaction to Ross Chastain's win. Devin also shares what Saturday's NXS winner, A.J. Allmendinger, had to say about the Chicago Street Race. Then Erik Jones joins to talk about his foundation, driver stats, and Atlanta Motor Speedway. AMS GM Brandon Hutchison also shares what the race weekend will look like and what his favorite AMS memory is.

Doug, Dan, and Devin talk about Josh Berry's move to the SHR No. 4 car and who they thought the leading candidates were beforehand. Dan breaks down why raw driver talent is not as prominent as in the past. The crew talks about the investors buying into JGR and the major sponsor model. They then discuss drivers on the Playoff bubble and in Chase Elliott can win in the regular season. Then Devin talks about driving golf balls off the AMS roof and shares some schedule insights from Ricky Stenhouse Jr.

Doug, Dan, and Devin talk about the Toyota-resurgence in Sonoma and why the racing was so clean. They also talk about the lack of stage cautions, Garage 56's Le Mans plight (and what the budget might have been), and a Le Mans driver coming to Cup. Doug also shares some comments from Austin Dillon on paint schemes, his racing business aspirations, and the contact with Cindric.

Doug, Dan, and Devin talk about the legacy of James Lyle in Georgia racing and especially his role on the No. 9 team in the 1980s. They also size up Kyle Busch's victory at Gateway, Austin Cindric's clash with Austin Dillon, and Corey LaJoie's big shot. And they discuss NASCAR racing merch vs. F1's and the wild NXS race in Portland.