Grip Strip Podcast

Grip Strip Podcast

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Grip Strip Podcast episodes

  • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 289 - Championship Bound

    Along with special guest Joe Passero subbing for Josh, Phil and Joe discuss Martinsville for NASCAR's top three series: the winners, who advances to the final four and who will be left out of an opportunity for a title. Formula 1 ran the Grand Prix of Mexico, which brought further intrigue to the driver's championship battle.

    NFL Week 8 recap for Phil's 49ers and fantasy teams along with other major stories led into the GSP Roundup covering MotoGP/Moto2, Supercars and NHRA before Phil and Joe made their picks for race winners and champions at Phoenix.

    2 hr 21 min
  • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 292 - Thankful For?

    The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 292 discusses the results and implications of various motorsport events while reflecting on controversies surrounding drivers and teams.

    Major Points
    • Recap of the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, highlighting Fish Lips' win and Norris' defense failure.
    • Mercedes secures a double podium following McLaren's double disqualification.
    • Discussion on Ferrari's struggles and speculation on McLaren's consistency, reminiscent of 2007.
    • Updates on NASCAR legal issues and implications for key figures like Phelps and Childress.
    • Review of NFL Week 12 performance regarding fantasy outcomes.
    • Highlights from the F1 Academy season finale in Las Vegas.
    • Mick Schumacher's signing with RLL in IndyCar.
    • Brief insights on NASCAR, NHRA, WRC, Supercars, and F2 news.
    • Preview and predictions for the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar.
    • 1 hr 39 min
    • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 291 - Hello Palou and Football Overload

      Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 291 reviews recent sports events, focusing on IndyCar's standout performances and updates on various racing leagues.

      • Discussion of NFL Week 11 for both actual and fantasy teams.
      • Recap of the 2025 NTT IndyCar Series with Palou's dominance, including his oval victory.
      • Key highlights from the season including winners like Kirkwood, Dixon, and O'Ward.
      • Analysis of the decline of Penske Racing and future prospects for O'Ward.
      • Updates on the "Silly Season" for IndyCar amidst other racing news.
      • Coverage of NASCAR, MotoGP, Supercars, NHRA, and F1 events.
      • Josh's segment on sim racing included before the show's conclusion.
      • 1 hr 39 min
      • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 290 - PLAYOFFS! And Why We Are PO'ed...

        Summary: Episode 290 of the Grip Strip Podcast discusses the NASCAR Championship Weekend outcomes, highlights of F1, NFL updates, and other motorsport events.

        • YRB wins the NASCAR title while Larson secures his second championship despite tire issues for several racers.
        • Hamlin dominates but finishes short; Byron’s wreck triggers a decisive caution.
        • Jesse Love clinches the XFinity title, leaving JRM disappointed, while Zilisch finishes second.
        • Corey Heim excels with a late race restart in the Truck series as Ty Majeski poses a late challenge.
        • In F1, Lando Norris wins both the Sprint and Race, while Ferrari struggles again.
        • NFL Week 10 reviewed along with updates on various motorsports including WEC, WRC, MotoGP, and NHRA.
        • The episode includes Josh's Sim Segment and closes with other news items.
        • 2 hr 58 min
        • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 288 - Dega & National Running Back Day

          The guys come back for E288 of the GSP to recap a wild Talladega tripleheader weekend for NASCAR along with the Formula 1 US Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas. Other key topics included NFL Week 7, the GSP Roundup covering WSBK, WRC, MotoGP/Moto2 and Supercars before previews for the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico and NASCAR Round of 8 Tripleheader at Martinsville. Josh lets us know all things going on in iRacing and gaming in his Sim Segment.

          2 hr 1 min
        • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 287 - Milestone Makers

          Summary Sentence: The podcast highlights key events and updates from NASCAR and other motorsports, focusing on the results from Las Vegas and the upcoming Talladega race.

          Major Points:
          • Denny Hamlin wins his 60th Cup race by passing Chase Briscoe.
          • Hendrick Motorsports shows strength with Byron and Larson, while cautions impact race dynamics.
          • Aric Almirola secures a win, advancing to the Owner’s Title for JGR 19.
          • Playoff drivers face increased pressure heading into Talladega.
          • Jim Pohlman is promoted to Cup Series with RCR.
          • Justin Haley leaves Spire Motorsports amid team changes.
          • Overview of NFL Week 6 developments and fantasy insights.
          • Recap of international motorsports events, including Supercars and WRC.
          • 1 hr 58 min
          • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 286 - Road Graders

            The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 286 covers recent NASCAR and F1 race events, highlights key driver performances, and previews upcoming competitions.

            • NASCAR Tripleheader at Charlotte Roval featured SVG's fifth win of 2025, with thrilling tire strategies.
            • Connor Zilisch clinched his 10th XFinity victory; other playoff contenders faced challenges and eliminations.
            • The episode included a recap of the F1 Singapore Grand Prix, where Woody Russell triumphed from pole position.
            • Key player incidents included a collision between Norris and Piastri, affecting McLaren's strong season.
            • The podcast reviews NFL Week 5 and covers events in GSP, F1 Academy, MotoGP, WSBK, NHRA, and IMSA.
            • The episode concludes with a preview and picks for the upcoming NASCAR Cup and XFinity races in Las Vegas.
            • 1 hr 40 min
            • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 285 - Toyota’s Pain is Clyde’s Gain

              The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 285 discusses recent NASCAR races, key driver performances, and previews upcoming events from various motorsport series.

              • Chase Elliott wins his second race of 2025 after benefitting from a collision between Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace.
              • Controversy surrounds Denny Hamlin's racing decisions impacting playoff outcomes.
              • Brandon Jones secures his second win of the season before the Roval event.
              • The episode includes a review of Week 4 of the NFL and discussions on fantasy football.
              • Coverage of various motorsport events including NHRA, Moto2, WEC, WSBK, and F1 activities.
              • Previews for the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore and NASCAR Tripleheader at Charlotte Roval with predictions on eliminations and potential wild card entries.
              • 1 hr 46 min
              • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 284 - Can Openers

                The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 284 discusses recent NASCAR performances, F1 standings, and reviews from various racing leagues while previewing upcoming events.

                • NASCAR Cup and Trucks: YRB and Penske secure wins; Hankrick faces struggles with Gibbs and 23XI.
                • Corey Heim achieves his 9th win, tying with Greg Biffle; Chandler Smith falls short of advancing to Round of 8.
                • F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix sees Fish Lips dominantly winning, while McLaren and Ferrari underperform.
                • NFL week 3 recap and fantasy insights included.
                • Coverage of multiple racing events such as NHRA, IMSA, F2, Moto2, and WEC.
                • 1 hr 47 min
                • Grip Strip Podcast Episode 283 - Tire'd Out

                  The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 283 covers major motorsport events from NASCAR, including Chris Bell's Cup victory and significant playoff developments, alongside updates from IndyCar, NFL reviews, and other racing series.

                  Major Points
                  • Chris Bell wins his fourth Cup race of 2025 at Bristol amid extreme tire wear.
                  • Playoff eliminations include drivers Bowman, Berry, Dillon, and SVG.
                  • Aric Almirola claims his second XFinity race of the year.
                  • Layne Riggs secures his third Truck race win in 2025.
                  • Discussion of the 2026 IndyCar schedule release.
                  • NFL Week 2 team performance and fantasy recap.
                  • Updates on various racing events: Moto2, WRC, Supercars, NHRA, and IMSA.
                  • Preview and picks for NASCAR Cup and Trucks at NHMS.
                  • 2 hr 18 min

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                  The Grip Strip Podcast created by Philip Mathew and co-host Josh Huffine looks at all types of motorsports and sports with an unfiltered perspective.  Phil and Josh invite other passionate…