The Backstretch

The Backstretch Season Two, Episode 32: Chase Elliott

Denny Hamlin beats your driver, drivers make 2024 plans. Chris talks about the Bristol Night Race, the playoffs and previews Texas. Chase Elliott is the guest. Heather's final thought is on silly season. 

The Backstretch Season Two, Episode 31: Corey and Everett

A special edition of The Backstretch this week focus on the special gift NASCAR driver Corey Lajoie gave to young driver Everett Larson

The Backstretch Season Two, Episode 30: NASCAR on NBC’s Dale Jarrett

Kyle Larson wins the playoff opener, a big week for Toyota, and a preview of the second playoff race at Kansas. Dale Jarrett is the guest and breaks down the playoff field. Heather's final thought is also a break down of the playoff field

The Backstretch Season Two, Episode 29: Kyle Larson

Heather chats with some of the playoff drivers about the postseason. Heather and Chris talk about the playoffs, Kurt Busch's retirement and take a look ahead to Darlington. Kyle Larson stops by to talk about his season and the postseason. Heather breaks down the playoff field in her final thought.

The Backstretch Season Two, Episode 28:Erik Jones

Kurt Busch announces his retirement. Heather and Chris talk about William Byron's fifth win of the season, GMS Racing shutting down at the end of the season, and they have a preview of the regular season finale at Daytona. Erik Jones talks about trying to race his way into the playoffs and a tough year for Legacy Motor Club. Heather's final thought is on Daytona as the regular season finale.

The Backstretch Season Two, Episode 27: Justin Haley

Michael McDowell gets a big win on the road course at Indy. Heather talks about what that means for other smaller teams and how it's tied into the success of the NextGen car. Heather and Chris also talk about McDowell as well as what's next for Noah Gragson and a preview of the road course at Watkins Glen. Heather's final thought is on the future of the Bristol Spring Race.

The Backstretch Season Two, Episode 26: Michael McDowell

Noah Gragson is suspended by his team and NASCAR for liking an insensitive Instagram post. Michael McDowell talks about battling to get in the postseason, if the NextGen is doing its job, and previews Michigan. Heather's final thought is on the four people who don't think Jimmie Johnson is a first-ballot Hall of Famer.

The Backstretch Season Two, Episode 25: Corey Lajoie

Denny ruffles feathers at Pocono. Our Crew Chief Chris Carrier talks about how critical it is to avoid mistakes this time of year and who is in the best position to grab the final playoff spots. Corey Lajoie talks about why tensions appear to be higher on intermediate tracks this season, what the schedule would look like if he designed it, and the keys to Richmond. Heather's final thought is on whether or not Bristol deserves two races.

The Backstretch Season Two-Episode 24: Kyle Larson

Heather talks about the resurgent season for Martin Truex, Jr. Chris chimes in on Truex, what's wrong with Chase Elliott and a preview of Pocono. Kyle Larson is the guest talking about his season and being a little under the radar. Heather's final thought is on Justin Haley's move to Rick Ware Racing next season.

The Backstretch Season Two, Episode 23: Chris Buescher

Heather talks about William Byron as a title contender. Chris also chimes in on William Byron's season and previews New Hampshire. Chris Buescher talks about RFK's resurgence. Heather's final thought is on Ross Chastain's new sponsor.