It’s the final episode of the 2025 season, and Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith close things out with the second annual Happy Hour Awards Show! The crew hands out end-of-season hardware for categories like Best Word of the Week, Best Viral Moment, Best Burnout, Craziest Finish, Biggest Story of the Year, and the prestigious Cup Driver of the Year Award. Some of the biggest names and moments in NASCAR this season are featured in the winners circle — but you’ll have to tune in to see who walks away with what.

0:00 - Intro

6:46 - Best Word Of The Week

11:19 - Best Viral Moment

18:30 - Best Burnout

25:48 - Craziest Finish

31:48 - Biggest Story Of The Year

37:07 - Cup Driver Of The Year

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Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith recap an unforgettable NASCAR Championship Weekend in Phoenix. They react to Kyle Larson’s thrilling Championship victory, break down the critical caution that changed everything, and discuss the heartbreak for Denny Hamlin, who dominated most of the race yet still came up short of his first Cup title. They analyze how the rest of the Championship 4 — William Byron and Chase Briscoe — performed and explain how tire wear played a major role in shaping the race. The crew also discusses Jesse Love’s Xfinity Series Championship and Corey Heim’s Truck title run, before diving back into the heated debate around NASCAR’s playoff format and what the future should look like. Mamba delivers this week’s top social media moments in Social Sips, and in Last Call, they grade Larson’s burnout and crown Kaitlyn as the official postseason points champion of the show.

0:00 - Intro

2:15 - Championship Weekend Recap

1:00:25 - Mamba’s Social Sips

1:12:23 - Last Call!

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Kyle Larson joins Kevin Harvick after winning his second NASCAR Cup Series Championship, and he is still processing the magnitude of it all. Larson explains the emotional rollercoaster of the title race, how shocked he was to even be in position after the chaos unfolded, and breaks down the critical moments including his flat tire and the move that changed everything after the caution. Larson reflects on his entire season, how he approaches planning his schedule, and why this championship means so much to him personally. Kevin and Kyle also discuss what this title means for Rick Hendrick and Hendrick Motorsports, and Larson shares how special it is to bring another championship home for the organization.

0:00 - Intro

0:41 - Kyle Larson Joins The Show!

1:26 - Emotions Of The Race

4:04 - Cliff Daniels’ Leadership

6:37 - Evolution Of The 2025 Season

8:40 - Tires At Phoenix

10:20 - Opinion On Playoff Format Changes

11:52 - Championship Celebration

13:24 - Planning Season Schedule

16:02 - Winning For Hendrick Motorsports

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Kevin Harvick sits down with short track legend Burt Myers for a conversation packed with stories, rivalries, and reflections from one of the most recognizable names in grassroots racing. Myers shares how he got his start in racing, the family legacy that shaped his career, and what still drives him to compete today. He and Kevin dive into the rivalries with Tim Brown and Justin Miller, reliving unforgettable Bowman Gray Stadium moments that have made the track a fan favorite for generations. The two also talk about Myers’ interest in other racing series, what keeps him motivated behind the wheel, and how watching his son, Slate, begin his own racing journey has changed his perspective on the sport.

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Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down an unforgettable weekend at Martinsville Speedway, where William Byron’s thrilling victory clinched his spot in the Championship 4. The crew dissects Byron’s pass on Ryan Blaney, the engine issues for Joe Gibbs Racing, and what it all means heading into the title race in Phoenix. They preview the Championship 4 battle between Denny Hamlin, William Byron, Chase Briscoe, and Kyle Larson, discussing the pressure, momentum, and what’s truly at stake for each contender. Then, things get lively as the team debates whether NASCAR should overhaul its playoff format following another wild postseason. Mamba delivers the week’s best social moments in Social Sips, and the show wraps up with burnout grades for Byron and Championship predictions in Last Call.

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0:00 - Intro

1:42 - Martinsville Recap

29:51 - Playoff Standings Debate

40:25 - Championship 4 Preview

49:30 - Mamba’s Social Sips

53:47 - Last Call!

57:07 - Submit Picks For Phoenix

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Fresh off his clutch win at Martinsville, William Byron joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap episode. Byron reflects on the high-pressure moment, breaking down his decisive pass on Ryan Blaney that locked him into the Championship 4. He explains what made this victory so special, how his team is preparing for the Championship race in Phoenix, and why this year feels different compared to past playoff runs. Byron and Harvick also share insights into handling pressure at the sport’s highest level — and wrap things up by reliving Byron’s impressive burnout celebration.

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Kevin Harvick is joined by 2025 CARS Late Model Stock Tour champion Landen Lewis for a special episode of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. Fresh off his title-clinching run at North Wilkesboro, Lewis reflects on his season-long battle with Connor Hall, finishing 7th in the finale to secure the championship. Landen opens up about his racing journey, the mindset it took to become a champion at just 18 years old, and why he still works on his own cars to stay sharp. He also talks about inspiring the next generation of short-track racers and preserving the roots of the sport. And before the episode ends—Landen drops a BIG announcement about his future you won’t want to miss.

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0:00 - Intro

0:31 - Landen Lewis Joins The Show!

2:49 - Landen’s Work Ethic

13:35 - Call From Dale Jr.

15:40 - Admiration For Kevin

24:39 - Truck Racing Next

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Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down an electric Talladega weekend where Chase Briscoe scored a clutch win to shake up the NASCAR Playoffs. The crew dives into the biggest moments from the race, how Briscoe pulled off the victory, and what it means for the Championship 4 battle. They also break down the playoff picture heading into Martinsville, the final race in the Round of 8, and debate which drivers have momentum—and who’s under the most pressure with everything on the line. Mamba delivers the best social media reactions in Social Sips, and the show wraps up with burnout grades for Briscoe and Martinsville predictions in Last Call.

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0:00 - Intro

5:48 - Talladega Recap

32:22 - Martinsville Preview

42:32 - Mamba’s Social Sips

53:03 - Last Call!

56:40 - Submit Picks For Martinsville

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Fresh off his Talladega victory, Chase Briscoe joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap interview. Briscoe talks about what it meant to earn his first career Superspeedway win and how he pulled it off in one of NASCAR’s most unpredictable races. He also shares a special moment from Victory Lane — celebrating with Johnny Morris, founder and CEO of Bass Pro Shops, one of his biggest supporters and longtime sponsors. Briscoe explains why the win was a full-circle moment for him and his team. With a spot already locked in the Championship 4, Briscoe and Harvick dive into how the team will approach Martinsville, what changes now that the pressure is off, and why confidence inside the No. 14 team has never been higher.

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Kevin Harvick sits down with Bill and Billy Venturini for their first long-form conversation after Venturini Motorsports made its final ARCA Menards Series start in Las Vegas. The father-son duo reflects on the emotional final weekend at The Bullring, the legacy of their 43-year run in ARCA, and why they made the decision to sell the team to Nitro Motorsports. They also discuss working with young talent like Corey Heim, the future of driver development in ARCA, and what comes next for the Venturini family in racing.

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0:00 - Intro

0:28 - Bill & Billy Venturini Joins The Show!

2:57 - Origins Of Team

8:06 - Billy’s Driving Career

13:40 - Where ARCA Series Is Today

15:01 - Kissing In VL

19:07 - Best Driver

26:31 - West/East Coast Racing Cultures

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