Episode 30: NASCAR Does Vegas, Jimmie Johnson Sips Patron, Tony Stewart Shows Out, Dale Jr. Is Popular, and More NASCAR Talk. #AllTurnsNoBrakes
In this episode, we discuss:
[0:56] NASCAR’s Champion’s Week in Las Vegas
[1:36] Tam attended the Sports Business Journal Motorsports Marketing Forum
[2:45] Rene drove from Los Angeles to Las Vegas for NASCAR’s Champions Week
[3:36] The Myers Brothers Luncheon at The Wynn
[3:46] All 16 Chase drivers were present at the luncheon, including Tam’s favorite
[4:18] Victory Lap down Las Vegas Boulevard
[4:39] NASCAR’s ‘After The Lap’ event at the Palms Casino
[5:25] How Tony Stewart mastered the stage at the Palms Casino
[6:29] Who drank from that bottle of Patrón?
[7:40] Which driver took a shot from the bottle and completely surprised everyone?
[8:28] Does alcohol really kill germs?
[9:22] Tam and Rene interviews three of the Fantastic 4 drivers
[9:35] Our exclusive photos of Victory Lap
[10:21] Tam flew to Daytona for the Ferrari Finali Mondiali
[11:09] Rene commends Tam for her hard work and dedication in covering these NASCAR events
[11:50] Which Formula 1 driver did Tam take a hot lap with at Daytona?
[12:47] Tam shares an interesting fact that she learnt about Shell gasoline
[13:25] Which former NASCAR Cup Champion raced in the Finali Mondiali?
[14:08] Tam cannot wait for the Daytona 500
[15:00] Rene admits that he is disappointed that Smoke has retired from NASCAR racing
[16:29] Tam does not think ‘this is it’ for Tony Stewart
[17:39] Dale Earnhardt Jr. medical clearance to race in 2017
[18:14] Dale Jr.’s accident: Has he recovered psychologically from that the trauma?
[19:44] Is Dale Jr. under too much pressure from NASCAR and fans?
[20:39] Rene: Wrecks occur frequently in NASCAR and can be a frightening experience
[21:47] Ty Dillon moves up from Xfinity Series
[22:04] Monster Energy Drink: NASCAR’s new title sponsor
[23:27] Where will Chris Buescher race next year?
[24:20] Will AJ Allmendinger make The Chase next year?
[25:04] Clint Bowyer’s move to Stewart-Haas Racing
[25:31] Stewart-Haas changes their car manufacturer
[26:27] Tam’s wish for Christmas
[27:34] Can Danica Patrick and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. get it together and have a great season next year?
[28:32] Many young drivers are moving up to NASCAR’s Premier Series; proof that the changing of the guard is happening
[29:42] The current state of NASCAR
[30:14] Rene gives his take on why he thinks NASCAR is moving in the right direction
[31:33] Sponsorship changes for some drivers
[32:30] Trevor Bayne’s sponsor for 2017
[33:27] Monster Energy Drink will continue its sponsorship of Kurt Busch
[34:10] NASCAR’s upcoming events in February
[35:32] Fan comment of the week
[36:00] Fan pledges her lifetime support of Tony Stewart. How does Tam and Rene feel about this?
[37:08] Tam and Rene thanks their listeners as they anticipate another great season in 2017
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