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Making Laps
Ep. 207- Clock's Ticking
In this episode, Brent is on vacation, so Jesse holds the studio down, with Florida Man Phil Jacques always on remote, and they discuss a fine line between balls and strikes, favoritism over reality, and Brent may not finish on time. Find us: Instagram: @makinglapspodcast Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast makinglapspodcast@gmail.com
2024-08-06
2h 11
Making Laps
Ep. 192- Unintended Consequences
In this episode, we do it all remotely again as Brent is in studio, Jesse is recovering from surgery at home, and Phil... is still in Florida. This week, they discuss the history of wrecks before and after restrictor plates, NASCAR's history of being obtuse, and Brent claws his way back in the pick-em's. Find us: Instagram- @makinglapspodcast Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast makinglapspodcast@gmail.com
2024-04-23
2h 01
Making Laps
Ep. 175- Accidental Gilligan
In this episode, Jesse is still out for his vacation, but Brent Gleason and Florida man Phil Jacques discuss the final championship weekend for 3 of the 4 local tracks, Brent's anger at Racing America, and Jesse calls in with a terrible Irish brogue. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast or have your voice heard over at Makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makinglaps/message
2023-10-10
2h 59
Making Laps
Ep. 174- Scheduling Snafu
In this episode we are sans a Gleason Brother as Jesse is on vacation, but Brent and our resident Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss weather wreaking havoc, kids getting punched, and our own complete ineptitude. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast and feel free to write to us at makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makinglaps/message!
2023-10-03
2h 22
Making Laps
Ep. 173- Because Texas
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers along with Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss Brent's return to Stafford, Why Texas is awful now, and what Phil had out at Five Flags. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us some feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over at Anchor.fm/makinglaps and selecting the leave a voice message icon!
2023-09-26
2h 29
Making Laps
Ep. 171- Improve Your Argument
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers along with Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss weird rain patterns, rain-out ratios, and Brent angers racers we never cover. Follow us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast and feel free to send us feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over on https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makinglaps/message!
2023-09-12
2h 05
Making Laps
Ep. 170- Own, Don't Blame
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Connection Phil Jacques discuss multiple controversial short track moments, how tracks can own mistakes and retain respect, and how Brent's eyes heal differently than each other. Follow us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us some messages to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over at Anchor.fm/makinglaps
2023-09-05
2h 16
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Ep. 169- The Eyes Have It
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss the reason super speedway racing exists, how to fix it, and Brent airs out a personal beef from Twitter. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us some feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over on Anchor.fm/makinglaps and selecting the voice message option!
2023-08-29
2h 27
Making Laps
Ep. 165- Secrets Revealed
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss Brent's recent purchase, us as track promotors, and we do a Googling contest to make a DARF look dumb. Find us on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast and send us some feedback to Makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over at Anchor.fm/makinglaps and select the voice message icon!
2023-08-01
2h 27
Making Laps
Ep. 164- Not Great, But Functional
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss track surfaces, the cost of racing, and Brent leaves everyone on a cliffhanger (until next week). Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us some feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over at Anchor.fm/makinglaps and selecting the voice message icon!
2023-07-25
2h 22
Making Laps
Ep. 149- Poser Malone
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss Brent's Icebreaker experience, the disturbing trend of abuse in the Ware family, and why dirt is for farming, not racing (Cup cars). Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send some feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over at Anchor.fm/makinglaps, you might have to make a profile with Spotify, but we will play them all!
2023-04-11
2h 20
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Ep. 145- Honest and Transparent
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques go over the recent Hickory Motor Speedway saga, the highest level of cheating we've seen from an IMSA team, and Brent gets sick again. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us some feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over at Anchor.fm/makinglaps and selecting the Message icon!
2023-03-14
1h 47
Making Laps
Ep. 138- The Only Champions in Phoenix
In this penultimate episode of Season 3, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss their disdain for playoff racing, Brent gave up caffeine, and we make more crude references. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, or have your voice heard over at Anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2022-11-08
1h 43
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Ep. 137- Peak Entitlement
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss the ridiculous circumstances surrounding the Martinsville Xfinity race, the ridiculous effort shown in the Martinsville Cup race, and the ridiculous amounts of boring whenever Brent discusses fixing his car. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us your feedback to Makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, or have your voice heard by going to Anchor.fm/makinglaps and using the voice message option!
2022-10-31
2h 01
Making Laps
Ep. 133- Fake Champagne and ARCA Brakes
In this episode the Gleason Brothers and Florida hurricane non-victim Phil Jacques discuss the disparity of competitors at Thompson, Brent's Stafford Champion's Night experience, and we go off on tangents about war history. Find us on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, or have your voice heard over on Anchor.fm/makinglaps and use the message icon!
2022-10-04
2h 23
Making Laps
Ep. 131- Better But Still Terrible
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers sans Florida Man Phil Jacques discussed Brent's double header race day, Nextgen NASCAR reliability, and baseball banning the shift for some reason. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send your feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard over at Anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2022-09-20
2h 19
Making Laps
Ep 129- Spontaneous Vehicular Combustion
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Senator Phil Jacques discuss cars catching fire for no reason, Phil performs a magic trick, and the Gleason's discuss being fat shamed. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send your feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or have your voice heard at Anchor.fm/makinglaps and we will play your message on the air!
2022-09-06
2h 18
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Ep. 117- Hand Signals and Hockey (w/ Adam Gada)
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Senator Phil Jacques welcome Adam Gada onto the show to discuss hockey playoffs, endless Speedbowl drama, Brent's utter failures, and poor internet connections. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us feedback or submissions to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or Anchor.fm/makinglaps and select the 'leave a message" option!
2022-06-21
1h 59
Making Laps
Ep. 112- Elephant Not In The Room
This week, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss the difference between a street stock and ACT late model, Brent reads the Waterford Press Release (literally), and the nominee for Best Racing Name of the year, with a hint of 80's nostalgia. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, and send a voice mail to Anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2022-05-17
1h 43
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Ep. 108- Overachievers
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Connection Phil Jacques discuss the Gleason boys trip to race in the Northeast Classic, predicting the future, extra DARF comments, and why the Cup series on dirt isn't great, but also still great. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, send your feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, and have your voice heard by leaving a voice message to Anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2022-04-19
1h 39
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Ep. 107- Rain, Hail, and Locusts
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and certified Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss Brent's frustrating (yet decent) race at Thompson, more reasons we can't stand Ty Gibbs, Stadium Super Trucks, and watching movies to gain "benefits". Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us some feedback to our social media channels, makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, or have your voice heard on Anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2022-04-12
1h 23
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Ep. 105- Do Unto Double
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss the upcoming Icebreaker at Thompson Speedway, Brent's beef with not being told he couldn't buy tires ahead of time, and we discuss why you can't let someone punt you without retaliating. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us feedback to any of our social media channels or to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or Anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2022-03-29
1h 31
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Ep. 101- NASCAR Mecca
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Connection Phil Jacques discuss Brent's trip to Race City, USA, the Next Gen debut at a seemingly regular track, and we pay tribute to the legend that was Danny Ongais. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and feel free to send us feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, or send a voice mail to anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2022-03-01
1h 41
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Ep. 98- Booty Claps at the Buth Clath?
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Florida Man Phil Jacques discuss the Busch Clash (or Buth Clath), Brent admits his faults numerous times, and we also discuss why the playoff style format is NEVER a good idea in motorsports. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview (someday again), and send us feedback to Makinglapspodcast@gmail.com or you can actually voice your opinion to Anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2022-02-08
1h 37
Making Laps
Ep. 97- Speak For Everyone
In this episode, The Gleason Brothers along with everyday Florida-man Phil Jacques discuss another listener e-mail, the Thompson Banquet date, go into way too much detail about the upcoming Clash; Brent goes off topic with another rant, Phil's experience at the Rolex 24, and the lack of surprise over the SRX schedule. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview (when it's up), and you can send feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, or voice message us at Anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2022-02-01
1h 30
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Ep. 94- Season Two Christmas Special Extravaganza!
It's the season of miracles, and we had one as we had not only the Gleason Brothers in studio, but Phil Jacques as well! We also had cameos from Tom "Sid" DiMaggio, Nicole LaRose, and "Field Filler" Alex Pearl! They discuss: - Their own future plans, including Brent threatening to retire for the (94th?) time, - Jesse breaks the audio monitor with just his rage and no physical violence, - And we forgot to hit record at the beginning, so listen for when the audio changes!
2021-12-20
1h 34
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Ep. 92- Circus Animals and Kids
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. and Florida Connection Phil Jacques discuss: - The merits of the truth (again), - the best DARF comment of the year so far, - and Brent's kid decides to go streaking mid-show. Follow us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, or a voicemail to Anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2021-11-09
1h 46
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Ep. 90- First isn't Best
In this episode, The Gleason Brothers along with Florida Connection Phil Jacques discuss: - Race fans continued negativity toward local tracks for no reason, - The merits of waiting for the truth, - and Brent swears solely to irritate Jesse. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us feedback to Anchor.fm/makinglaps and email us to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-10-26
1h 26
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Ep. 88- Embarrassing
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil Jacques discuss the following: - Race fans ruining the sport, - Brent ruining his own weekend, - and Brent tells off a very specific listener. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us feedback or messages to Anchor.fm/makinglaps and email us to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-10-12
1h 30
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Ep. 81- Hurricane* Special
*- not an actual hurricane. In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil Jacques discuss: -busting your butt to prep for a storm that didn't show up, -handling your own business, -and Brent continues begging for entries to the NLarophoto sponsor draw. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com! ALSO, if you want to send us an audio message, head over to anchor.fm/makinglaps to do...
2021-08-23
1h 17
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Ep. 80- Full Yeet
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil Jacques discuss: -Brent's return to racing this past week, -tear apart the DARF Comment Of The Week, -and use Gen Z slang for whatever reason. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-08-16
1h 32
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Ep. 78- Useless Olympic Break
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil Jacques discuss the following: - why the restart jump rule is dumb, - why the Olympic Break is also dumb, - and Brent takes a Benadryl before the episode. Follow us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-08-02
1h 10
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Ep. 77- Spot the DARF
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil Jacques discuss: - how special your first win is, - how stupid race fans can be on the internet, - and we have proof that someone actually listens. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-07-27
1h 25
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Ep. 76- No Rain?
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil discuss: - Why you should know your track's safety crew capability, - Local tracks actually got no rain, but the Cup series sure did, - and Brent can't remember anyone's name. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, Youtube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-07-19
1h 28
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Ep. 75- Ride The Lightning?
Before we start, we'd like to apologize for the audio quality of this episode, as we had numerous equipment failures due to a lightning strike at our "studio", that destroyed a lot of key components to making the show. In this episode, the Gleason Bros. and Florida connection Phil Jacques discuss: - How to fix SMI, NASCAR, and their tracks, - How to fix the Waterford Speedbowl, - And how to fix lightning damage. Find the show on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast...
2021-07-13
1h 04
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Ep. 74- Lights Out
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. along with Phil Jacques (and Tom "Sid" DiMaggio) discuss: - Absolutely no local racing happens, - The upcoming Vault Productions video series, - And we bring back the "Comment of the Week"! Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us feedback to our email makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-07-06
1h 40
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Ep. 73- Mid-Pack Jack
In this episode, Phil disappears into the wilds of Florida, leaving the Gleason Bros. to discuss: - the unnecessary demise of the Mini Stock division, - the unnecessary schedule changes due to tire shortages, - and the unnecessary need for people to think everything said on the internet is serious. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-06-28
1h 12
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Ep. 72- Hurt Without Crashing
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil discuss: Thompson running their second race of the year, rain is the only thing that can stop Dave Darling, and Brent bails out on the show to poop mid-episode. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us any feedback to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-06-21
1h 15
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Ep. 70- TC Doc and Italiano Fight Night
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. welcome Florida-man Phil Jacques back from doing Florida things. This week they discuss: -the merits of not doing stuff for free, -recap the recent Ted Christopher documentary, -and also preview the return of Sids View. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us feedback to our email, makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-06-08
1h 21
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Ep. 69- Nice
In this episode, The Gleason Bros. (without Phil again) discuss: Brent trying his best Paul Page impression, Why domination makes racing interesting, and why the Indy 500 is the best race in the world. Follow us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, youtube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-06-01
1h 26
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Ep. 68- Vax and Damp Tracks
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. (without Phil) discuss: -Why racing in the rain is pointless, -How racers can stay involved when budget issues hit, -And we laugh at neo-anti vaxxers. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-05-25
1h 31
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Ep. 67- What is Happening
In this episode, The Gleason Bros and Phil discuss: Phil's return to Florida and how the weather changed, we fixed our sound from last week only to ruin it again, and Brent actually got all the social media links correct. And obviously more racing related stuff. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and email us to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-05-18
1h 26
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Ep. 66- Give It To 'Em
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. and Phil are all in studio and discuss the following: Why 90% of race fans are DARF's, what DARF even means, and Brent gives Jesse a special gift! Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com
2021-05-11
1h 48
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Ep. 65- Pot: Kettle
In this jam-packed episode, the Gleason Brothers (sans Phil) discuss the following: Why beer should cost one currency bill, The loss of a racing legend, and we skip over a bunch of news we didn't find interesting. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-05-04
1h 15
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Ep. 64- Mama Mia
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. welcome Phil back, and he's in studio! This week they discuss: Brent's garage falling into a sinkhole, Stafford Speedway's opener, and we preview the last episode in the Vault Productions documentary series on the Waterford Speedbowl, with Tom "Sid" DiMaggio! Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, youtube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-04-27
1h 37
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Ep. 63- Hot Mess
This week, the Gleason Bros. (sans Phil again this week) discuss: How a car can foul plugs overnight without running, how to extort money from low budget racers, and Jesse dies of boredom again. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, YouTube.com/sidsview, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com! Subscribe and rate on your favorite podcast platform!
2021-04-20
1h 12
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Ep. 62- Back Home
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. (minus Phil this week) discuss: being back at Thompson for the first time in 2 years, the lack of coverage for the Martinsville Tour race, and Brent continues making bad dad jokes. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, email us at makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, and watch us on YouTube at youtube.com/sidsview!
2021-04-13
1h 01
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Ep. 61- Most Anticipated Event (w/ Tom "Sid" DiMaggio)
This week, the Gleason Bros and Phil Jacques are joined late in the episode for a cameo from Vault Productions owner/operator/producer Tom "Sid" DiMaggio to discuss: Why and how social media works, we can't stop mentioning the Bristol Dirt race, and the most anticipated event in the racing calendar (as the title suggests). Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, youtube.com/sidsview, and send an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-04-06
1h 18
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Ep. 60- Worth the Wait?
In this episode, the Gleason Bros and Phil Jacques discuss: Pro's and cons from the Bristol Dirt weekend, Our personal most frustrating moment, And Jesse is the first person to ever poop while recording a podcast. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, email us at makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, and watch us on YouTube at youtube.com/sidsview!
2021-03-30
1h 08
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Ep. 59- R(age)PM Act
In this episode, the Gleason Bros and Phil discuss the following: Why Ernie Francis Jr. deserves another shot in NASCAR, Brent gets mad at his state congressman, and Jesse dies of boredom. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, and youtube.com/sidsview!
2021-03-23
1h 06
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Ep. 58- Phoenix and other Failures
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. and Phil discuss: descriptions of food, racing courtesy and payback, and why Phoenix isn't a good race track anymore. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, youtube.com/sidsview, and send a Gmail to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-03-16
1h 06
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Ep. 57- Using Yardsticks
*First, we'd like to apologize for the audio quality in this episode. New equipment bugs that need to be sorted out.* In this episode, the Gleason Bros. and Phil Jacques discuss: -the merits of equality -media usage of puns -and Brent is a super downer. Find us on all podcast platforms, instagram @makinglapspodcast, facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and youtube.com/sidsvault Subscribe and rate on your favorite platform, and send us feedback via email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com!
2021-03-09
1h 04
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Ep. 56- Change One Thing
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. along with Phil Jacques discuss: -eating too much for your age, -child neglect (not really), -and we give our opinions on the one thing we would change about short track racing. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, youtube.com/sidsvault, and send us an email at makinglapspodcast@gmail.com. If you want to send us a voicemail, send it to anchor.fm/makinglaps!
2021-03-02
1h 28
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Ep. 55- Not Sold On It
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. along with Phil discuss: the value of registering your vehicle as a classic, if the Daytona Road Course is any good, and we bring back "Conspiracy Corner". Subscribe and rate on your favorite podcast platform, send us an e-mail to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and subscribe on YouTube to the Vault Productions channel at youtube.com/sidsvault
2021-02-23
1h 06
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Ep. 54- Mad As Hell
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil welcome the beginning of NASCAR season by discussing: why you're a dumbass for sexually harassing/assaulting women at a racetrack, why if you make a dumbass move, it doesn't matter who you are, you can be criticized, and Brent goes on an unscripted, "Network"-esque rant at the end. Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast platform and send a rating! Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and email to makinglapspodcast...
2021-02-16
1h 16
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Ep. 53- Rivals and War Stories (w/ Chris Meyer)
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. along with Phil Jacques welcome Sportsman competitor Chris Meyer as a guest, and they discuss: the sleep patterns of children, the dangers and foolishness of fighting in the pits, racers war stories, and podcast listeners miss out on 15 minutes of confusion as our computer crashed, but you'll never know. Follow us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send us an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com Eventually you may find us on the Vault Productions...
2021-02-09
1h 34
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Ep. 51- Trivia Contest: Round 2
In this episode: Phil bails on the Gleason Bros to chase a horse, Jesse gets angry about rally racing, and Brent answers an E-mail. Find us on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast. Send us an e-mail at makinglapspodcast@gmail.com, don't forget to subscribe and rate on your favorite podcast player!
2021-01-26
1h 05
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Ep. 50- Worst Episode Ever
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. along with Phil Jacques attempt to discuss: Chili Bowl results and track prep, the ACT going to Hoosier tires, and literally nothing else (so they just talk about bad food). Follow us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and send an email to makinglapspodcast@gmail.com if you want to send us feedback!
2021-01-20
1h 03
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Ep. 45- Shut Him Off
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil discuss: Brent's third final race of the year, who actually likes F1, and how a local CT track can't get a big money race for lower divisions right. Find us on most major podcast platforms, on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-10-27
1h 18
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Ep. 44- Sound Not Found
This week, the Gleason brothers and Phil waste your time; ranting about Stafford's qualifying and feature scheduling, creating new rumors for NASCAR's silly season, and Brent lies about being done racing again. Find us on all major podcast platforms, Instagram @makinglapspodcast, and Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-10-20
1h 14
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Ep. 43- The Right Way and The Wrong Way
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers and Phil discuss the most pressing local topics, like: Where the brake pedal is in a race car, what proper racing etiquette is, And Brent brings back his least popular segment: The Rant (at the very end) Find us on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, and Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-10-13
1h 07
Making Laps
Ep. 42- Take A Number
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers welcome Phil back to discuss: Stafford's divisional points run, mild disdain for the idea of Bristol as a dirt track, and Brent makes a mental note of who races him dirty. Find the show on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-10-06
1h 17
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Ep. 41- Bad Jokes
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers: Give Phil the night off, tell really bad jokes, and discuss why trying to kill someone behind the wheel is wrong. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-09-29
57 min
Making Laps
Ep. 40- Seasonal Allergies
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. cold call Phil Jacques to come back on and discuss, Seasonal allergies or covid? Take your pick, day drinking on your day off, and preview the return of Sids View. We are available on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast and Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-09-22
1h 04
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Ep. 39- Rules For The Sake Of Rules
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers have Phil back for the third week in a row and discuss: Rules that don't make sense other than something to enforce, popping Phil's "dirt track cherry", and why microwaving a hamburger patty isn't a good idea. Find us on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast, and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast.
2020-09-15
1h 03
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Ep. 38- Good to be Back
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. welcome OG co-host Phil Jacques back for the second week in a row and discuss: Why Brent looked like a drunken idiot at Stafford, we go really in depth on local racing, and how short tracks should be operating. Follow us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast Find the show on every major podcast platform!
2020-09-08
1h 11
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Ep. 37- Where Are You
In this episode, the Gleason brothers welcome OG host Phil Jacques back and discuss: the size of pests in Florida, Brent's continued disdain for unnecessary divisions, and why the Oxford 250 is the most difficult race to win. Find us on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast.
2020-09-01
1h 08
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Ep. 36- Failed Planning
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers discuss: Why its OK for races to end under caution, the rather quick "recovery" of Cup drivers with Covid, and some poor decision making for one local racing division. Find us on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and at Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-08-25
1h 04
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Ep. 35- Drawing A Blank
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers discuss: Why release dates on the show sometimes make them look bad, Brent can't think or speak for some reason, and the right way to sponsor a division. All that and much more on this weeks episode! Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast.
2020-08-19
1h 07
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Ep. 34- Pouty Burns
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers discuss: Waterford Speedbowl's return, Stafford's efforts to move short track racing forward, and why giving yourself a nickname is lame. Find us on every major podcast platform, on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast, and on Facebook at Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-08-11
55 min
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Ep. 32- Come On, Massachusetts
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers discuss: Their continuing influence on local short track racing, Who is at fault for PJ1, And why Massachusetts sucks to do business with. You can find the show on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-07-28
55 min
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Ep. 31- Weight of Our Opinion
In this episode, the Gleason Bros. discuss: How their opinions shape local short track racing, The impact of the show "Lost Speedways", And what happened over the week in racing. Find us on all major podcast platforms, on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and Instagram at @makinglapspodcast
2020-07-21
1h 11
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Ep. 30- Concerns and Condolences
This week the Gleason Brothers (and little Roger) discuss: the passing of Shawn Balluzzo and the constant threat of danger, concerns over the early reopening of the Waterford Speedbowl, and they can't stop complaining about people complaining on the internet... Find the show on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and at Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-07-14
1h 03
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Ep. 29- Tinnitus and a Sense of Normalcy
In this episode, host Brent Gleason has his family in the studio and discusses his trip to Monadnock to watch the Tri-Track Open Modified race, recaps a whole bunch of local and national events, and explains why the internet race fans are their own worst enemy. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and on every major podcast platform.
2020-07-07
56 min
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Ep. 28- Back in Business
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers discuss: Local racing returning to Stafford, Rumors and breaking news aplenty, throw a rapid fire recap of the Pocono weekend shitshow, and Brent draws more fans to a local track with one simple rant. Find us on all major podcast platforms, at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and on Instagram @makinglapspodcast
2020-07-01
1h 06
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Ep. 27- Live Commentary
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers try to record while watching the end of the Talladega Cup race, Talk about the incident that occurred in the Talladega Cup garage Sunday night, Remember that Mike Stefanik made it into the hall of fame, And Brent probably gets banned from Thompson Speedway. Find us on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast, and Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-06-23
1h 00
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Ep. 26- Where's our award?
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers tackle the NASCAR confederate flag debate (not the 2015 one), keep everyone informed of racing coming back to the southern new england area, and other racing related news for once. Find the show on all major podcast platforms, on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-06-16
1h 09
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Ep. 25- Stay Local (w/ Ray Christian III)
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers interview the winner of the GSPSS "Lets Go Racing 100" from Claremont, Ray Christian III, They talk about local racing announcing a possible return date, And recap the flurry of NASCAR national series event that took place over the past week, and Brent weighs in on NASCAR's position on pressing civil rights issues. Find us on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast, and on Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-06-09
1h 00
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Ep. 24- Trivia Contest goofin'
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers are back to: -have Brent go off on at least 3 different rants, -keep the public informed of a LOCAL event for once -try to recap the latest NASCAR races - and Brent gives Jesse a Trivia quiz to test his racing knowledge. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and at Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast We are available on all major podcast platforms, send us your feedback, like, comment, share, and subscribe!
2020-06-02
1h 15
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Ep. 23- "Hard Language"
On this week's episode, the Gleason Brothers discuss: -Committing "defiant acts" to pay your bills, -Why racers choose not to race, -Brent gets kicked off the sound board, -and do a really sloppy recap of this past weeks NASCAR events. Follow us on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast and at Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast Subscribe to us on all major podcast platforms, and send us some feedback to help us make the shows better!
2020-05-26
55 min
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Ep. 21- Lost Tracks
In this episode, the Gleason brothers discuss more covid stuff, why North Wilkesboro is the way it is today, the future of Chicagoland, and Jesse takes the reigns to discuss his least favorite sayings in racing. FInd us on social media at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast and on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, find links to all major podcast platforms at www.gleasonbrosracing.com
2020-05-12
1h 02
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Ep. 20- It's Coming Back
In this episode we debut a new podcast called "Rogie's Podcast", hosts Brent and Jesse Gleason discuss how sick they are of the Covid-19 situation, NASCAR returning in a couple weeks, and the rule changes following the Ryan Newman Daytona accident. You can find us on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast and on facebook.com/makinglapspodcast and links to all major listening platforms at www.gleasonbrosracing.com
2020-05-05
45 min
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Ep. 19- Black Cloud
In this episode, hosts the Gleason Brothers discuss actual racing news this week?? Matt Kenseth makes his return to the Cup series and the dangers of racer on racer litigation. Find us on all major podcast platforms, like, rate, and subscribe! Find us on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast, and at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast.
2020-04-29
59 min
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Ep. 18- Covid-spiracy theory
In this episode, the Gleason Brothers discuss another view point of the Kyle Larson faux pas from last week, Coronavirus and the value of conspiracy theorists, iRacing filling the void, among other stuff. Follow us on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast, on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, and find links to all major podcast platforms at www.gleasonbrosracing.com.
2020-04-21
56 min
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Ep.17- A Cautionary Tale
In this episode, host Brent Gleason and social distanced co-host Phil Jacques discuss Kyle Larson's controversy, the passing of Sir Stirling Moss, and both provide cautionary tales of woe to all racers. Find us on all major podcast platforms, Instagram @makinglapspodcast and Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-04-14
39 min
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Ep. 16- The Health and Fitness Special w/ Jeff Williams
On this special episode, host Brent Gleason interviews Jeff Williams, a health and fitness professor and expert on the benefits of promoting healthy habits both on and off the track. There is also a little banter about such topics as "Tiger King", the Northeast Classic, and more Coronavirus nonsense. Find us on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast, and facebook.com/makinglapspodcast You can listen to the show on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor, and all other major podcast platforms!
2020-03-31
59 min
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Ep. 15- Social (media) Distancing
In this episode, host Brent Gleason and his wife Megan McGory-Gleason discuss: - iRacing to the rescue of bored race fans everywhere, - how the coronavirus is BORING, and thats literally it. Seriously, there's NOTHING going on. Find us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast and on Facebook at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-03-24
38 min
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Ep. 14- The Mini Stock Special (w/ Doug Curry and Glen Thomas)
For this special episode, your host Brent Gleason, and co-hosts Jesse Gleason and Phil Jacques bring in two special guests: 2019 Thompson Speedway Mini Stock Champion Doug Curry, and NEMST hot shoe (and owner of the panel's favorite Mini Stock car) Glen Thomas Jr. to discuss the future of Mini Stock racing in Southern New England, and how we can make it better for everyone. Like, share, and subscribe to the show on ALL major podcast platforms, follow us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, and at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-03-17
1h 36
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Ep. 13- Off the Rails
In this episode, host Brent Gleason, and co-host Jesse Gleason discuss many important and worthwhile topics, such as: -The continuing theme of race fans whining on the internet, -Why the Busch Clash changes are a good thing, despite unnecessary public opinion, -The Cup series new short track package which is kind of like their old one, -and Brent accidentally calls Angela Ruch "Derrick Cope's daughter". Find us on all major podcast platforms, Instagram @makinglapspodcast, Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast!
2020-03-10
1h 00
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Ep. 12- In Defense of Progress
In this episode, host Brent Gleason and co-host Phil Jacques discuss: -Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park actually does some marketing on their own, -The latest developments in NASCAR's Gen 7 chassis, -and how Doug Coby has the chance to make some very interesting history. Find us on all major podcast platforms! Rate and review! Send your feedback! We are also on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast, and Facebook.com/makinglapspodcast
2020-03-03
1h 02
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Ep. 11- Semi-Anonymous Public Shaming
This week, Brent Gleason and his co-host for this week, his wife Megan, talk racing topics (and devolve into social commentary along the way. You'll hear about: -How rule changes at Thompson Speedway will affect car count -A recap of NASCAR's trip to Las Vegas and why certain media members can't keep their mouth shut -And Brent goes on a rant about iRacers (along with real racers) and their latest humble brag trends. Instagram us @makinglapspodcast and follow the Facebook page at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast, find links to listening platforms at www.gleasonbrosracing.com!
2020-02-25
1h 01
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Ep. 10- The Daytona Drama
In this episode, host Brent Gleason is joined in studio by his wife Megan McGory-Gleason for a racer's wife perspective, and via phone by co-host Phil Jacques. They discuss the frightening incident Ryan Newman and Corey Lajoie had in the final turn of the Daytona 500, recap all the races and news stories that surrounded all the races at Daytona, and recap all the winners and champions from the 9 nights of racing at New Symrna Speedway for their World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing. This one gets lengthy, but it dives deep into a lot of racing topics! Find us...
2020-02-19
1h 43
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Ep. 9- Not Another iRacing Debate...
In this episode, hosts Brent and Jesse Gleason discuss: -The new iRacing sponsorship deal and why real racers harbor angst over eRacing -We give long time co-host Phil Jacques his own lap and discuss his Speedweeks and the importance of perseverance -And finally we preview the Daytona 500 by going over the silly season driver and team changes to get everyone up to speed on who's in what car. You can find us on social media at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast and on Instagram at @makinglapspodcast We are...
2020-02-10
1h 07
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Ep. 8- Hello Florida
This week, host Brent Gleason and co-hosts Jesse Gleason and Phil Jacques (calling in from Florida) discuss this weeks hot topics: -We look back on John Andretti's career and discuss his legacy -We preview the TC Drive For Safety Initiative at Stafford Motor Speedway -For the second half, we head down to Florida and preview the World Series at New Smynra -And finally we dive into how a YouTube star and automotive enthusiast's purchase of a Florida circle track can be a turning point in short track racing.
2020-02-03
53 min
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Ep. 7- We Save NASCAR
In this episode, Host Brent Gleason, along with fill in co-host and brother Jesse Gleason call MLP's "man on assignment" at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, Phil Jacques for tips on how to party for 24 hours. The guys discuss rule changes made to NASCAR's Xfinity and Truck series pit road procedures, the new Cup series short track and road course package, and come up with ideas that will literally SAVE NASCAR. We also talk about Kevin Harvick testing Ryan Preece's modified at Martinsville, Kyle Larson winning the Chili Bowl, and why people on the internet are...
2020-01-26
58 min
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Ep.5- The Crate Debate (w/ Jesse Gleason and Patrick Thomas)
It's our first Special! In this episode, host Brent Gleason, co-host Phil Jacques, and guests include multi-time feature winner and Sportsman veteran Jesse Gleason, and calling in from Florida is Wheel Man Racing Series champion and Florida Sportsman ace Patrick Thomas! We dive deep into the topic of crate engines and their impact on grassroots racing, and give our opinion as to how we think we can make racing more competitive, and fair. Find us on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, and Anchor podcasts! Hit subscribe and give us a 5 star review! Follow us o...
2020-01-12
1h 05
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Ep. 4- NLaro in Studio (w/Nicole Larose)
Brent and Co-host Phil Jacques are back with their first guest, Nicole Larose stops by the studio to cover her recent NLaro Photo Sponsorship Contest drawing and her new position at the Tri-Track Modified Series. -Brent makes a few backtracks and gets philosophical about his Thompson Speedway comments from last week, - We talk about the progress being made and possible future plans at the New London-Waterford Speedbowl, - We find out why Nicole blocked Phil on Twitter... Like us on Instagram @makinglapspodcast, and find us at facebook.com/makinglapspodcast Visit www.gleasonbrosracing.com for all the links to major...
2020-01-06
56 min
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Ep. 3- Cue the Hate Mail (w/ Phil Jacques)
Brent has a co-host this week! Phil Jacques stops by the "studio" to chat about the recent Thompson Speedway announcements, iRacing, and race car raffles. Prepare yourselves for controversy, and don't forget to Subscribe, rate, like, comment, share, whatever you want to do. Contact us to get involved! Host: Brent Gleason- @brentgleason01 on Twitter and Instagram, Gleason Bros. Racing on Facebook Co-Host: Phil Jacques- @pjacquesracing on Twitter and Instagram, and Phil Jacques Racing on Facebook
2019-12-29
1h 28
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Ep. 2- The Christmas (not very) Special
This week IT'S CHRISTMAS! Brent discusses the passing of Junior Johnson, racers favorite Christmas presents, Kyle Larson's Gateway Dirt victory and why cup drivers dabble in short tracks, and technical rumors around the Next Generation Cup series car. Get in on the discussion on Twitter and Instagram by DM'ing Brent at @brentgleason01, and hope there's a new page up for the show soon.
2019-12-23
27 min
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Ep. 1- The Pilot Episode!
Welcome to the Making Laps podcast! On this inaugural episode, we dive into topics from the PRI show, to local Southern New England racing news, to the passing of an industry legend. Tell your friends, subscribe, and share! Get involved on the conversation by contacting the host, Brent Gleason, on Twitter and Instagram at @brentgleason01
2019-12-19
40 min