Inside Florida Racing

Show #72 - Feb 2, 2009

A variety of guests make up this show that touches upon several breaking news stories about track purchases, interesting racers and track officials. Real Racin USA photographer Bob Wing pulled a burning sprint car driver from a car at East Bay Raceway Park, and stops by to describe the incident. Scott McAllister, the voice of East Bay visits. Joe Lewandoski, Marketing Director from New Smyrna gives an overview of the 2009 World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing. News about Ocala Speedway and its possible sale to Stan Kolan. Bronson Motor Speedway is now in the hands of Bronson businessman Tony Parker. Victor Peters tlaks go-kart racing. Tony Anderson of Louisville KY is coming to Auburndale loaded for Florida bear in the Florida Figure 8 Championships. Kenny St. John will be here from Indianapolis to announce the races on the 12-15 at Auburndale. Anthony "The British Bulldog" Barlow will be at the Forum in Tampa soon to race in the insanely crazy sport of ice racing on bikes. A ton of news (NOT RUMORS) that you won't get anywhere else.

Show #71 Jan 26, 2009

Figure Eight Mania. Top drivers from the world of professional Figure 8 racing are guests. Racers include "Rockin" Rodney Davis, Wayne Calkins, Casey "Big Cat" White, RJ Norton III, Cliff "Bones" Rousseau and the 'world's most hated driver' John Lavalle. The buzz is all about the upcoming Florida Figure 8 Championship at Auburndale Speedway in February, all part of the World Figure 8 Tour out of the Speedrome in Indianapolis.

Our weekly Karting segment features Chad Dokken, and news from around the Florida karting scene.

Show #70 - Jan 19, 2008

On the eve of the momentous inauguration of Barrack Obama and Martin Luther King Jr Holiday, IFR broaches a topic not talked about much on racing shows. Why so few African-American fans and drivers in short track racing? Irvin Canady, founder of African Americans in Motorsports (www.aaim1.com ) has a lifelong passion for racing, and works with others to inspire others to get involved with motorsports.

This is a must listen interview for all promoters at any level of this sport.

Sam Rodriguez is no stranger to "diversity programs". The legendary sprint car driver helped his grandson Aric Amirola get all the way to the top rung of NASCAR. Sam owns a Kart racing track and helps develop talent and creates drivers for all forms of motorsports.

Citrus County Speedway Winter Spectacular super late model winner Daniel Webster returned to IFR. Why does Citrus draw the cars, Daniel gives his take and talks late model racing with Rob "Bonehead" Elting who was back behind the wheel Saturday night at the Inverness track.

Eddie VanMeter, known to many Florida fans for his late model racing, is known in the north and mid-west for his Figure 8 exploits. Eddie will be competing in the huge Figure 8 show at Auburndale Speedway on Feb 12-15.

Sixteen year old Drew Brannon is one of the most successful youngsters on the Florida late model scene in the last few years. Winning races and being competitive against the best in Florida, he has joined up with Three time ASA Champ and short track superstar Butch Miller and Green Light Racing.

Bill Green and Terry Wall explain what is happening 2009 at Hendry County Motorsports Park. Ken Kinney is putting together the pieces of the puzzle to create a stellar short track on the edge of the Everglades.

Show #69 - Jan 12, 2008

Back in the saddle again, Rob and CeCe are joined by Terry Wall in the studio for the first 2009 show. Guests include Indianapolis Speedrome promoter Joel Cohen on the big World Figure 8 show coming to Auburndale in February, Ocala announcer B.J. Cavin on the All Star Sprint show at then end of January, and Jerry Binner updates race fans on the 2nd Annual Modified Reunion at New Smyrna Speedway on Feb 13.

Citrus County Speedway race car driver Richie Smith talks about his win in the January 3rd Modified race at the Inverness track.

The weekly Florida Karting segment premiered with Dustin Chisholm reviewing his career in karting and news from the Florida karting scene.

Discussion of issues facing our race tracks.

Show #68 - Dec 8, 2008

An action packed, at times explosive show to end the broadcast year for Inside Florida Racing.

-Billy Ausburn talks about his career as a race official and his expanded role with the UDLMCS and Hendry County Motorsports Park in 2009.

-Steve Darvalics, IFR's Pandora Jewelers Driver of the Month for December celebrates his big win in the Charity Truckers 200. $14,000 was raised by race fans to assist young Lacey Pate.

- Jason Howell, son of Edward Howell, finished 5th in the Charity Truck race and put on a whale of a show in only his second time behind the wheel of a Pro Truck.

-David Wilson stops by on his way to NC to get behind the wheel of a Lee Faulk Racing Development car in 2009.

-Keith Butler talks about the Checkered Flag Sprint Series championship he won for 2008.

-David Rogers has his best finish in the Snowball since the late 1970s. He talks about the importance of good tech at race tracks and the Snowball Derby experience.

-Wayne Anderson is surprised with the Pandora Jewelers Driver of the Month award for November. Wayne won the Marion Edwards Memorial and his third Governors Cup last month.

-Jack Smith gives some advice on the subject of respect, aimed at one promoter in particular.

Wayne Anderson, winner of his 3rd Governors Cup and the third place finisher from the 43rd running of the Cup race at New Smyrna Speedway, Billy Mowery are guests.

Also featured are drivers Logan Bordeau (FASCAR ProTruck Champion), and Ryan Pancoast (Charlotte racer). Rick Bristol with news on the Charity Truckers 200 and his possible involvement at Bronson next year.

News that the the Sunbelt Series will return in 2009 without the FASCAR sanction.

Show #66 - Nov 17, 2008

It's got to be a great show with guests like this: Indy Car Racer, short track promoter and modified ace Davey Hamilton spends some quality radio time with hosts Rob Elting, Bill Green and Jack Smith talking about the new Indy Car Experience at Disney World, short track racing and Indy racing highlights.

And then a very rare interview with Robert Hart, owner of FASCAR, New Smyrna Speedway and Orlando Speedworld. In this hour long interview Robert Hart covers the "old days" the history of FASCAR , tackles the issues that confront race track owners today, and then gives fans a unique preview of the 2008 Florida Governors Cup.

The evening is topped off by a return to Inside Florida Racing by the "Superman" Sport Allen, who came of "retirement" to get a big sprint car win at East Bay Raceway Park.

Show #65 - Nov 10, 2008

East Bay co -owner Todd Hutto outlines the new Dirt4Dirt .com Promoters Association, and unveils the new sprint car series (top Gun Sprint Car Series).

Also Scott Jasek co-owner of the Indy Racing Experience announces the new venue opening Disney World Spoeedway.

Sean Reutimann previews the annual David Reutimann Charity Golf outing in Zepherhills. Kenny Dukes on the Big Dog Motorcycle show for Veterans Day.

Show #63 - Oct. 27, 2008

Guests Include Jerry Dostie, New England Modified veteran from years ago who will make an appearance at the 2nd Annual Modified Reunion at New Smyrna in February. Also track owner Phil Guadagno from North Florida Speedway. John Sappraicone from DeSoto Super Speedway also appeared on the show.

Show #64 - Nov 3, 2008

Promoter Bobby Diehl is featured ; discusses the current hard times for racing and gives his always positive look at the future. Late model and modified star Rob Partelo talks about his racing and the current situation with the economy. UDLMCS Race Director Billy Ausburn reviews the Kim Allen Memorial at Hendry County and previews upcoming event at East Bay. Shan Smith gets October Pandora Jewelers Driver of the Month Award. Rick Bristol with update on the Charity Truckers 200.