Illiana Stock Car Radio – Episode 113 features a thrilling conversation with Cameron Shidler, a powerhouse in the modified division at Shadyhill Speedway. Cameron joins us to share insights from recent heat race and feature wins, including back-to-back victories and his pursuit of a first modified championship this season. We dig into what motivates him, his journey, and what drives the excitement behind the wheel.

We also pause for a heartfelt tribute as we preview the upcoming Ron Goodaker Memorial at Grundy County Speedway. Scheduled for Friday, July 18, 2025, this special night honors the memory of co-hosts Chris and Brian’s father. The tribute will include a 44-lap Super Late Model feature alongside a full program of Midwest Pavement Midget, Mid‑Am, Street Stock, Crown Vic, and more. We reflect on the event’s emotional significance, the community spirit, and what fans can expect.

Tune in for a mix of adrenaline-packed race talk, personal stories from Cameron’s season at Shadyhill, and a heartfelt look at a memorial race that means so much to our team. It’s an episode packed with speed, soul, and the close-knit feeling that defines our racing family.

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Join us on Episode 112 of Illiana Stock Car Radio as we build excitement around the upcoming Fan Appreciation Night at Shadyhill Speedway on June 28. This special event promises unforgettable fun for fans with exclusive perks, meet‑and‑greets, and one very unique entertainment feature—Pure Pro Wrestling!

We’re honored to welcome a very special guest: Kyle McClure, the tour manager for Pure Pro Wrestling, joins us to explain how this exciting collaboration with Shadyhill Speedway came to life. Kyle shares behind‑the‑scenes stories of wrestler appearances, fan experiences, and what to expect when racing meets wrestling on June 28.

After our interview with Kyle, we dive into a lively roundtable discussion about local racing support classes—from Hornets to Pure Stocks. Hosts Jeremy and Chris share their thoughts on why these grassroots divisions are crucial for developing young talent and how they help sustain our short‑track racing community. We unpack the significance of support‑class racing this season and give fans a fresh perspective on what to look out for.

Whether you're a racing enthusiast, a wrestling fan, or just looking for a great time at Shadyhill Speedway, Episode 112 has something for everyone.

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In this jam-packed episode of Illiana Stock Car Radio, we’re bringing the heat from both sides of the state line! We welcome two major voices in the regional racing scene: Tony Eldridge, promoter of Plymouth Speedway, and John “Big Daddy” Starek, the man behind the scenes at Grundy County Speedway.Join us for an in-depth roundtable discussion where we break down what’s in store for the 2025 season at both tracks—big events, fresh updates, and what fans can expect when the green flag drops. Plus, we tackle one of the biggest challenges in short track racing today: how to bring more fans to the grandstands and keep the sport thriving.Whether you’re a diehard race fan or just looking to stay in the loop on the local stock car scene, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!While you listen, be sure to subscribe to get notified when we drop new episodes! Also, make sure to check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube (@IllianaSCR)!

Get ready for the roar of engines and the thrill of high-speed action! In this episode, we preview the 2025 stock car racing season at Grundy County Speedway in Morris, IL — a legendary local track with a big announcement during the off season!

We're joined by Steve Bechtel, promoter of the Speedway, who shares insider details about the upcoming race schedule and talks about what it means for Grundy to become an official NASCAR Home Track.

Whether you're a diehard racing fan or new to the local scene, this episode gives you a front-row seat to all the excitement leading up to opening night!

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This episode is the 2nd installment of our 2025 "Road to the Races" series where we preview all the local racing coming your way in Chicagoland! This week, the honorary, junior, deputy promoter of the Shadyhill Speedway, Brian Goodaker (a.k.a one of our hosts), steps up to preview the season!

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This episode marks the beginning of our 2025 "Road to the Races" series where we preview all the local racing coming your way in Chicagoland! First up, is the Kankakee County Speedway and promotor Billy Knippenberg!

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On this special episode, we take the show on the road to dig up some "fishin' stories" at the 9th Annual Chicagoland Racing Memorabilia and Collectables show! We've got 4 great interviews in this episode from the show, including longtime racer Roger Rubino!

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The unofficial start to the 2025 Chicagoland racing season is here! That's right, it's time for the 9th annual Chicagoland Racing Memorabilia & Collectables show! on this episode, we welcome in Steve Bechtel to talk about the show and what to expect this year! While you listen, be sure to subscribe to get notified when we drop new episodes! Also, make sure to check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube (@IllianaSCR)!

On this episode, we welcome first-time guest, Jay Freet! Jay is a fellow photographer, and is the official photographer of the Plymouth Motor Speedway. We learn about his history in racing and photography, and get the back story on is infamous "pocket glizzies"!While you listen, be sure to subscribe to get notified when we drop new episodes! Also, make sure to check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube (@IllianaSCR)!

On this episode, we welcome in Preacher Dan Woodward, who passionately manages the concession stands at the Grundy County Speedway. Not only does he fill us in on everything food related going on at the Speedway, he tells us some great stories from his many years in the local racing family!While you listen, be sure to subscribe to get notified when we drop new episodes! Also, make sure to check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube (@IllianaSCR)!