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Stagger episodes

  • Episode 040 - McDaytona 500 Champion

    This week on the show, we discuss the 2021 Daytona 500 - the good, the bad, and the William Byron dropping debris all over the track. How does NASCAR fix their rain delay problem at Daytona? And should they really be worried about 9am starts in California? 

    Of course, there was a lot of discussion about Michael McDowell winning the Daytona 500. Not only is McDriver now a NASCAR winner and a Daytona 500 champion, he's also locked into the playoffs. Wild! Brad Keselowski and Joey Logano getting together on the final lap caused a massive accident, and may have cost Brad his best chance at a Daytona 500 victory. We also talked about everyone having the runs (giggle) and the ways some guys ineffectively try to block the runs (giggle again). 
    There was also plenty to get into with the Xfinity and Truck races, plus Kurt Busch hinted at retirement in an interesting video, and Ty Gibbs had a lot of people fired up with his comments after the ARCA race. We discussed all of that as well, and so much more. 
    NASCAR is back, and we couldn't be more excited! Thanks to all of our new listeners this season, make sure you subscribe to this podcast, and follow us on our social channels - twitter, instagram, and tik-tok - @staggerpodcast.

    1 hr 20 min
  • Episode 039 - Daytona 500 Preview

    Oh it's here. It's really here. The Daytona 500 is this weekend, and we have plenty to discuss. J.D. and Derrick talked about some of their favorite Daytona 500 memories, some of the drivers to watch this season, and who they think will win this race (please note, their predictions are crazy.) 

    They also talked quite extensively about some of the massive safety improvements in NASCAR in the wake of the 20 year anniversary of the death of Dale Earnhardt. Both JD and Derrick shared their memories of that tragic day, and how the sport has changed since his passing.

    In the second segment, it was time for 2021 Cup playoff predictions and NASCAR fantasy and gambling advice. If you play DFS, you will want to listen to this. Plus, you can find out who will make JD $1,000 if he wins the Daytona 500. 

    In the third segment, J.D. talked with the Dick Trickle Racing Fantasy League about their fantasy draft, how they set it up, and who they think will win it all this year. Tons of things to chew on as you set your lineups for fantasy racing this season.

    Interact with us as always on social media - twitter, instagram, and tiktok - @staggerpodcast 

    1 hr 14 min
  • Episode 038 - 2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series and Truck Series Preview

    On this episode, JD and Derrick get you ready for the wild world of Xfinity and Trucks in NASCAR. Can Austin Cindric and Sheldon Creed defend their championships? Hailie Deegan is getting all the hype - will she live up to it? And will AJ Allmendinger win every road course race on the Xfinity circuit? 

    This episode is especially for you if you enjoy NASCAR, but haven't followed these series as intently, or maybe forgot what some of the big storylines are. It's like college football - see the stars of NASCAR before they make it to the big time!
    Let us know what you think of this episode - interact on twitter, instagram, and tiktok with one handle: @staggerpodcast

    38 min
  • Episode 037 - NASCAR Cup 2021 Season Preview

    Oh, yes NASCAR fans - REJOICE! Our long winter is over, and the Cup season is upon us again.

    Join lifelong NASCAR fans J.D. and Derrick Smith as they talk about the upcoming season. Can Kyle Busch, Martin Truex Jr., and Kevin Harvick get back into the Championship Four this season after missing out last season? Bubba Wallace, Kyle Larson, and many others find themselves in new rides - how will they do? What are the expectations for those new faces like Chase Briscoe and Ross Chastain? Who will win the Bristol dirt race? And will Chase Elliott defend his championship?
    Those questions and so many more are discussed in our NASCAR season preview episode. Let us know what you think as always on our social media: Twitter, Instagram, and now Tik-Tok, it's all the same handle: @staggerpodcast

    1 hr 26 min
  • Episode 036 - Sleepless in Daytona

    This week, the boys pounded energy drinks, iced coffees, and even the occasional Diet Dew to stay awake for most of the Rolex 24 at Daytona. Listen as the guys recap all the mayhem from Florida, Wayne Taylor being an absolute legend in all ways, and the different types of fans who attend the 24 hour race at Daytona.

    J.D. and Derrick also had some ideas for multiclass racing in NASCAR, as well as dreaming of an IndyCar race at Daytona. 
    Also, we'll be previewing the NASCAR season next week because racing season is BACK!!!
    Finally, a big thank you to everyone who is jumping on board the Stagger Wagon - the last few weeks have been some of our most listened to episodes to date. Thanks for being awesome listeners! 

    1 hr
  • Episode 035 - 2021 Rolex 24 at Daytona Preview

    This week, Derrick and JD took a deep dive into everything sports cars, road course racing, and of course, Daytona. The lineup for this year's Rolex 24, what's the difference between an LMP2 and a GTD car, how to watch the race, and who are some of the big names to watch are all discussed.

    These guys have you covered when it comes to IMSA, as they've been watching this race, and this series, for a long time. Even though they can't be there in person, they are stoked to watch one of the greatest endurance races in the world this weekend. Whether you've watched every hour of every Rolex 24, or if you've never even watched a lap of sports car racing, you need to watch this weekend, and this is the podcast to help you get ready for the Rolex 24 at Daytona!
    Interact with the guys, and check out Derrick's photos from previous Rolex 24 Hour races, on twitter and instagram - @staggerpodcast

    1 hr 15 min
  • Episode 034 - Chili Anon

    This week, JD and Derrick recap all the drama, the excitement, and the dirt maintenance of the 2021 Chili Bowl! Kyle Larson got the win, Christopher Bell got on the flip counter, and there were a lot of questions about why it always take so long to prep a dirt track. All of that was discussed, as was the idea of whether or not it's good for guys like Chase Elliott to come to races like the Chili Bowl (spoiler alert: it is).

    Plus, the guys talked about chili recipes, Sammy Swindell conspiracy theories, and the enigmatic career of Marco Andretti, as he steps away from a full-time IndyCar ride.
    Thanks for listening! Hit us up on twitter @staggerpodcast  

    59 min
  • Episode 033 - 2021 Chili Bowl Preview

    This week, J.D. and Derrick talked about one of the best races of the year, the Chili Bowl! From the history of the event, which drivers to keep an eye on, and a couple of picks to win the whole thing, the guys broke it down so you can be informed when you watch the action this week!

    Follow for more on twitter and instagram @staggerpodcast!

    47 min
  • Episode 032 -TMI

    On this week's show, the guys discuss 10 things they are looking forward to in 2021 in NASCAR, INDYCAR, IMSA, and even F1 (because we are apparently an F1 podcast now).

    There is plenty of discussion of the most interesting turn of the NASCAR season, the impact of Jimmie Johnson in INDYCAR, and even a prediction about something huge being announced in 2021 that will have an impact on NASCAR in 2022. 
    Plus, Derrick records from a closet full of cardboard and gives us Too Much Information, JD discusses his love of The Rock, and much more. 
    Thanks for listening!

    1 hr 20 min
  • Episode 031 - Top 5 NASCAR Moments in 2020

    Well, this year has been...a hell of a year for sure. Many people had a year that was much different than they planned, and the racing world was obviously no different. So this week, as we bid 2020 a much-needed farewell, the guys took a look back on the year that was in NASCAR. 

    Check out our top 5 moments, plus some honorable mentions, and tell us what you are looking forward to in 2021. You can do so by hitting us up @staggerpodcast on twitter and instagram. Happy New Year! 

    32 min

About Stagger

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Stagger is a motorsports history podcast. Each week, we‘ll discuss heroes, legends, and myths from the world of racing. Hosted by brothers J.D. Smith and Derrick Smith, with new episodes published…