In Episode 18 of Four Wide, we dive into the thrilling action from the 2025 Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway, where Ryan Blaney secured his first win, leading 139 of the 300 laps and clinching a spot in the playoffs (Finally, Blaney fans can breathe!)

A significant moment in the race occurred on Lap 106 when Carson Hocevar contacted Ricky Stenhouse Jr., ending Stenhouse's day and sparking post-race tensions. Stenhouse expressed frustration, labeling Hocevar's move as "definitely overaggressive". Despite the incident, Hocevar managed to finish 2nd, marking a notable achievement in his rookie season.

We also pour one out for Corey LaJoie, who had numerous blunders in the post-race show on Prime.

Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway on June 8, 2025. This race marks the first of three seeding races for the inaugural NASCAR In-Season Challenge. With its wide racing surface and moderate banking.

Tune in as we break down the Nashville highlights standings, and set the stage for the "excitement" at Michigan.

This week, we’re hanging out with NASCAR’s one and only Brayton “Pizza Man” Laster — talking all things racing, pizza, and everything in between. Brayton gives us the inside scoop on how he got into the sport, the ups and downs of his week in Charlotte, and how he’s built a brand that’s as bold as his driving.

We’re also diving into one of the wildest stories from the Coke 600 — Ross Chastain’s ride from worst to first — and what it says about the current state of the Cup Series. Then we’re looking ahead to Nashville Superspeedway, sharing our thoughts on who might show up strong and what to watch for this weekend.

If you like fast cars, big personalities, and maybe a few pepperonis on top — this episode’s for you!

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Lots of juicy opinions on the All-Star race, Bell's move, and we get you in preparation of the Coke 600 weekend!

In this episode of the Four Wide Podcast, we break down Kyle Larson’s boring win at Kansas, where he dominated the field and held strong through late-race wear on his race car. We dive into what made his performance stand out, how tire strategy played a role, and what this means for the rest of the season.

Then, we shift gears to preview the upcoming NASCAR All-Star Race. From format changes to key drivers to watch, we’re preparing you for one of the sport’s most exciting events.

Highlights:

Larson’s late-race battle and tire management

Why Kansas continues to deliver top-tier racing despite a mediocre race

What to expect from the All-Star format this year

(I totally don't have a fancy dancey description for this week, Essentially...

• Kent Curse Returns
• We talk about the Twisted Metal Simulator in Texas
• We Prepare you for Kansas this weekend
• and we mention Kent a zillon times since he ditched us to go to a Braves game.

Kent curse is back

Texas Overview

Set up for Kansas

That's it

enjoy

This week on Four Wide, we delve into the Jack Link’s 500 at Talladega Superspeedway, where Austin Cindric clinched his first win of the season. However, the race was not without controversy. Post-race inspections disqualified Ryan Preece and Joey Logano due to rear spoiler violations, reshuffling the final standings.

Beyond the penalties, we critically examine the current superspeedway package. The race's lack of significant incidents, often referred to as "The Big One," and the overall subdued on-track action have raised questions about the effectiveness of the current aerodynamic setup in promoting competitive racing.

Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway. The event promises a weekend full of racing excitement, including the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, Xfinity Series, and the NASCAR Cup Series.

Tune in as we break down the implications of Talladega's outcomes and set the stage for the lack of battles anticipated in Texas.

Strap in and fire up those engines — the boys are back in the garage recapping all the chaos and glory from Rockingham! We’re breaking down Jesse Love’s statement run, Tyler Ankrum’s clutch win, and the drama that came with a post-race DQ twist. From tire strategy to tempers flaring, we’ve got all the hot takes and behind-the-scenes chatter you won’t want to miss. Grab a seat and tune in — this one’s got everything but a green-white-checker finish.

Kyle Larson turned Bristol into Larson’s House 2.0, leading over 400 laps in a race that left fans snoozin’ in Thunder Valley. We break down the domination, the lack of action, and what it means for short track racing.

Then it’s on to Rockingham — DA ROCK IS COOKIN’ as NASCAR heads back to one of its most iconic tracks. Can The Rock bring the excitement Bristol lacked? We’ve got takes, predictions, and plenty to say.

This week, we’re breaking down Denny Hamlin’s clutch win at Darlington—yep, The Lady in Black got tamed once again. We also dive into William Byron’s absolute dominance lately—dude is on a roll and showing no signs of slowing down. And of course, we’re hyped for Bristol this weekend. Whether dirt or concrete, it’s always chaos in Thunder Valley. Tune in as we talk strategy, drama, and all the hot takes from the weekend—and what we’re expecting next!