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Our racing roots


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With one of the oldest tracks in America, racing is part of our city's fabric as one of Nashville's earliest professional sports.

Even as diehard fans say it’s time to invest in our history, the sound of the cars has become an unwelcome neighbor amid rapid development south of downtown. Whether you’re a fan or not, it’s worth understanding this deep legacy as we make decisions about the future. Today, we're revving up to chase down our racing roots.

And, we want to hear from you. Have you seen fandom fading? What explains that? What got you into racing in the first place? What’s the importance of having a track in the heart of the city? We’re taking your calls during the show at 615-760-2000. You can also send your thoughts through our livestream.

This episode was produced by Josh Deepan.

Guests

  • Larry Woody, retired sports reporter
  • Gary Baker, former owner, Bristol Motor Speedway
  • Joseph Love, painter
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