In the latest Letarte On Location, Xfinity Series driver Jeremy Clements joins Steve to talk about what goes into bringing a small, family-owned race team to the track each week. From working with mileaged-out parts to booking travel, Jeremy and his #51 team have to make the most of it. But he remains dedicated to living out his dream - a commitment that has been tested on several occasions, including a gruesome injury behind the wheel. Jeremy’s appreciation shines through in his conversation with Steve - and makes a good case to all racing fans to support the underdogs along with their favorite elite drivers & teams.

Jeremy Clements: Family Matters

When you’ve spent more than 20 years of your life on the road as a NASCAR crew chief and NBC analyst, you’re bound to meet some interesting characters along the way. Letarte on Location brings you closer to all kinds of personalities that Steve has connected with throughout the years traveling the circuit. So sit down, buckle up and get ready for some “off the grid” conversations.

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Steve welcomes NBC Sports Bet the Edge podcast host, Sara Perlman to talk about his other sports passion - sports betting. Sara gives her advice for new bettors, start small! Big picture they discuss how sports betting is growing throughout the country and different sports. Steve also confesses his NASCAR Fantasy League frustrations with Dale Jr.

Sports Betting Breakdown

Jamie Little, Pit Reporter for Fox’s NASCAR coverage joins Steve to talk what it’s like working at the track each weekend. She also shares how she become the voice of ARCA this season with the encouragement of a friend, and years working in sports media. They talk about what her life is like when she isn’t working and being in the dessert business.

Behind the Scenes with Jamie Little

Steve sits down with Bridget and Sarah Burgess of BMI Racing. 19-year old Bridget pilots the No. 88 Chevrolet for her family-run race team in ARCA Menards West Series competition with her mother, Sarah, calling the shots from atop the pit box. They talk about their family’s move from Australia to America in order to pursuit their racing dreams.

Mother-Daughter Duo Take on ARCA

Michael McDowell joins Steve to chat about his path to earning first career Cup Series win as a 70/1 underdog in the sport’s biggest event … the Daytona 500! The native of Glendale, Arizona talks about how focusing on the details helped the No. 34 Ford Mustang team make an impact early in the season. Approaching his career with honesty, making achievable goals and having strong family support has assisted Michael into continuing his Cup Series career. Plus, Steve gets McDowell’s thoughts on what the Next Gen Cup Series car will do for him and the sport overall.

Michael McDowell, Underdog Champ

Steve goes crew chief-to-crew chief with Adam Stevens, who is leading the Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 Toyota with driver Christopher Bell. Just three races into their first season together, Stevens and Bell have set the bar high with a victory at the Daytona Road Course. Both crew chiefs share stories of past driver swaps and what it meant for the rest of the garage.

Jeremy Clements: Family Matters

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