The Backstretch

The Backstretch Episode Fourteen Erik Jones

In episode fourteen, our crew chief Chris Carrier talks about Chase Elliott's first win, Hendrick Motorsports dominance, Denny Hamlin, and 23XII's struggle, plus a Darlington preview. Our guest is Pett GMS Racing driver Erik Jones. Heather's closing statement is on lose wheels.

The Backstretch Episode Thirteen: Trackhouse Racing Co-Owner Justin Marks

In episode thirteen, our crew chief Chris Carrier talks about the quick success of Trackhouse Racing, the best celebrations in NASCAR, and which drivers need a win soon. Our guest is Trackhouse Racing Co-Owner Justin Marks. Heather's closing statement is on Denny and the insensitive tweet.

The Backstretch Episode Twelve: JGR Pit Crew Coach Chris Burkey

In episode twelve,  our crew chief Chris Carrier talks about the Bristol dirt, the fact the points leader still doesn't have a win and previews Talladega. Heather has an opening rant on the opinion the Bristol spring race has an attendance problem and her closing thoughts are about Bubba Wallace's return to Talladega.

The Backstretch Episode Eleven: Harrison Burton

In episode eleven our crew chief Chris Carrier talks about why the racing was so boring at Martinsville, Ty vs Sam, and the Keselowski penalty.  We preview the race this weekend at Bristol with Harrison Burton and my final thoughts are on the good ole days of racing.

The Backstretch- Episode Ten: Ryan Blaney

In episode ten our crew chief Chris Carrier talks about a win for the old guys, why so many small to mid-sized teams are having trouble passing inspection and we preview Martinsville. Ryan Blaney stops by to talk about leading the points, the NextGen Car, and getting involved in acting and podcasting. Plus my final thoughts on the first race under the lights at Martinsville.

The Backstretch Episode Nine: Erik Jones

In episode nine, our crew chief Chris Carrier talks first-time winners, Ross Chatain's move to win COTA, more tire issues and a has a preview of Richmond. Erik Jones stops by to talk Bristol dirt. Plus my final thoughts on Chastian's move at COTA.

The Backstretch Episode Eight: William Byron

In episode eight, our crew chief Chris Carrier talks tire troubles in Atlanta, Hendrick Motorsports already exerting its dominance, Atlanta-Dega and he previews COTA. Race winner William Byron stops by to talk about winning Atlanta, Hendricks quick start in the Next Gen Car, and being a Lego Master. Plus my final thoughts on the COTA.

The Backstretch Episode Seven: Harrison Burton

In episode seven, our crew chief Chris Carrier talks about four winners in four races, racing on Easter and the challenges of racing at the repaved Atlanta. Harrison Burton stops by to talk about his rookie season, his racing family and watching Coach K's final season as a Duke fan. Plus my final thoughts on the Atlanta repave.

The Backstretch Episode Six: Martin Truex, Jr.

In episode six, our crew chief Chris Carrier talks about who is the number two driver at Hendrick Motorsports, what is wrong with Denny Hamlin and he previews Phoenix. Martin Truex, Jr. stops by to talk about NextGen, how Toyota is adjusting to the new car, the biggest surprise of his career, and his girlfriend Sherry Pollex's cancer fight. Plus an update on Bristol Dirt and my final thoughts on the upcoming race at Phoenix. 

The Backstretch Episode Five: Joey Logano

In episode five, our crew chief Chris Carrier talks about the NextGen at Auto Club Speedway and the future of racing at Fontana. Our guest is Joey Logano. We talk about the NextGen and how being a dad has changed his perspective on many things surrounding racing. Plus my final thoughts on how teams are adjusting to the NextGen.