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PodracingWin Or Lose, It's a TyThis week on Podracing, Neil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down Denny Hamlin’s rain-delayed overtime win at Dover — his fourth of the season — and dig into Neil’s story on why this might be the 44-year-old’s best (and maybe last?) shot at his long-awaited first Cup Series title. Then we turn our attention to the all-Ty finale of the In-Season Challenge, where Ty Gibbs and Ty Dillon made sure someone with the same given name as our own Tyler was winning the bracket either way. Plus: One-and-done and betting picks for Indy, where Denny is (surprise!) the statistica...2025-07-241h 05PodracingReturn of the (Oval) TrackShane van Gisbergen kept his road-course reign alive with another win at Sonoma — and Neil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down how he did it (again). We also took a little Xfinity Series detour to ask whether Connor Zilisch might be the chosen one to stop the SVG dominance on twisty tracks. Then it’s back to ovals — hallelujah! — as we dig into Neil’s story on what makes Dover such a brutal and skill-demanding challenge. Plus: One-and-done picks, betting angles and our In-Season Challenge Final 4 predictions as the bracket tightens up.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p...2025-07-1757 minPodracingSVGoatedCan anyone stop the Patron Saint of Podracing?? Shane van Gisbergen swept the streets of Chicago — taking both the Xfinity and Cup wins — so Neil Paine and Tyler Lauletta are here to break it down, including the late caution that helped SVG seal the deal. We then dive into Neil’s story, making the case for SVG (and a few others) as the greatest road-course racer in NASCAR history. Finally, we preview Sonoma, where -- big surprise -- van Gisbergen is once again the favorite, plus make our one-and-done picks and update the In-Season Challenge bracket odds.See Pr...2025-07-091h 01PodracingWho Can Hang With SVG?Neil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down Chase Elliott’s win in Atlanta and celebrate the chaotic, bracket-busting finish of the first race of NASCAR’s in season tournament. Then, Neil goes through his list of drivers who can potentially keep up with SVG as we head to the streets of Chicago this weekend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-07-021h 06PodracingYou Just Gotta Beat 1 GuyThis week on Podracing, Neil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down Chase Briscoe’s brilliant fuel-saving victory at Pocono, and then we deep-dive on NASCAR’s first-ever In-Season Challenge, which kicks off this week in Atlanta. Based on the bracket matchups and Neil’s tournament odds model, who has a dream path, who drew the short straw, and which Cinderellas might crash the party? Finally, we make our one-and-done and betting picks as the knockout rounds begin.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-06-261h 02PodracingThe Podracing World TourNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta kick off this week's Podracing with a breakdown of Shane Van Gisbergen’s road-course clinic in Mexico City — and why his playoff spot is legit, even if he's 30th in points. Then we go continent-hopping through Neil’s story on potential international NASCAR destinations, from Interlagos to Zandvoort to Kyalami. (There are no ice ovals in Antarctica... yet.) Plus: one-and-done and betting picks for Pocono's tricky triangle, a Tyler fave track where there's no SVG wave for Neil to ride to victory this time.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...2025-06-181h 06PodracingSaint Van GisbergenNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta talk Denny Hamlin's fuel-saving masterclass at Michigan, and why we shouldn't take his impressive streak of 3-win seasons for granted. Then we pay tribute to the Patron Saint of Podracing, Shane Van Gisbergen, ahead of the Mexico City race -- the first in what could be a season-defining set of races for SVG. And finally, we make our weekly betting and one-and-done picks; with Neil successfully having tanked for the prized first pick going into an unknown road course, any guesses on who he will take?See Privacy Policy at https://art19...2025-06-1259 minPodracingIt’s Cool When Cars Go FastNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down Ryan Blaney’s dominant win at Nashville and ask the eternal question: Why doesn’t he always do this? We also have good words for the new Amazon NASCAR broadcast, we unpack Neil’s deep dive into Michigan as the fastest track in the sport, and we make our weekly betting and one-and-done picks — where Tyler’s cold streak has Neil back in the lead.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-06-051h 00PodracingThe Melon MethodNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down a wild Coca-Cola 600, where Kyle Larson’s Indy/Charlotte double came up short again, and William Byron and Denny Hamlin dominated… until Ross Chastain swooped in to "vulture the Vulture”. Then we dive into Neil's piece on how Chastain’s more measured driving style might be making him better than ever. Plus, we make our picks for this week’s betting slate and one-and-done contest.0:00 Open2:07: Larson's double reactions11:44 Coca-Cola 600 recap20:57: Should the Coca-Cola 600 rotate tracks?26:13: Who's that driver?43:05...2025-05-2959 minPodracingDouble TroubleNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta recap Christopher Bell’s All-Star W at North Wilkesboro, where Joey Logano led the most laps again but couldn’t win back-to-back All-Star Races. Then it’s on to Kyle Larson’s Indy 500/Coke 600 “Double Duty” bid, as we dig into Neil’s piece on the history of drivers trying to conquer both races in a single day, and what makes Larson’s attempt so compelling. Finally, we make our picks -- both betting and one-and-done -- for Charlotte.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...2025-05-231h 07PodracingLarson, He's Just That GoodThis week on Podracing, Neil Paine and Tyler Lauletta talk about Kyle Larson’s latest dominant win, and the story Neil wrote exploring his historic ability to blow away the field. Then we survey the Cup Series landscape at midseason in Neil’s NASCAR driver grades column for ESPN. And we preview the upcoming All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro, discussing the betting odds as NASCAR’s best take center stage.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-05-151h 03PodracingJoey Logano is a PROBLEMNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta react to Joey Logano’s big Texas win — and the big release of Netflix’s Full Speed Season 2 this week. We break down a literal hot-seat moment for Denny Hamlin, unpack JGR’s sudden slump after a red-hot start (per Neil’s latest story), and preview Kansas with our favorite bets and one-and-done picks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-05-081h 06PodracingThe Chase Elliott Eras TourNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down a surprisingly clean race at Talladega. Then, Neil takes us on a deep dive through Chase Elliott’s winless streak, which is a lot better than it looks on paper. Finally, the boys make their picks for the one-and-done contest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-05-011h 01PodracingWho’s Due at ‘Dega?In the absence of a Cup race to break down from this past weekend, Neil Paine and Tyler Lauletta chat instead about the reported possibility of a rotating championship-race location for future seasons -- which tracks would be in our dream rotation? Then, in the spirit of the upcoming NFL Draft, we have a mini-draft of the winless 2025 drivers most likely to stop that trend at Talladega this week. And finally, we throw out all of that previous draft research when we make our one-and-done picks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N...2025-04-2451 minPodracingRockingham Rocks, Larson RollsNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta recap Kyle Larson’s latest Bristol beatdown and Ty Gibbs’ recent improvement. Then, with the Cup Series off for Easter, attention shifts to Rockingham's return, where Neil breaks down the track’s rich history — and maybe a new tire-wear profile? — ahead of the Xfinity Series race. Plus: Our favorite Xfinity bets, a Sheldon Creed stat that might matter, and a shoutout to Kasey Kahne's comeback.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-04-1752 minPodracingDenny Does DarlingtonNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down another win for Denny Hamlin at the track too tough to tame. Neil takes a look through the NASCAR record books to see who could pull an Ovechkin. Plus, another exciting edition of the one-and-done contest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-04-111h 00Podracing11 Against The WorldNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down the Xfinity madness and Denny Hamlin’s weirdly long-awaited 6th win at Martinsville. We talk about Bubba Wallace’s quietly great season, with back-to-back podiums putting him on breakout watch. Plus, Darlington looms as we lock in our one-and-done picks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-04-031h 01PodracingKyle Larson Has Entered the ChatNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta are back to discuss the race that was in Miami, with Kyle Larson capping off a dominant weekend. Neil takes us through some new statistical goodies that NASCAR let us peek under the hood at. We preview Martinsville and discuss who needs to get things rolling at the Paperclip.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-03-281h 03PodracingA Berry Good WeekendNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta recap the race that was in Las Vegas, including lonely tires and a pitch to remake the checkered flag. Neil explains why you can take the championship out of Homestead-Miami, but you can’t take Homestead-Miami out of the championship.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-03-201h 01PodracingRaise Hell, Praise BellNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta celebrate Christopher Bell’s fantastic win at Phoenix and continue to enjoy odd ovals and option tires. Neil dives into the potential of a budding rivalry between Bell and “The Vulture” William Byron. Tyler breaks down the odds as we head to Las Vegas.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-03-1359 minPodracingBell RingerNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down a stellar race at COTA and celebrate the variety of tracks soon to come on the schedule. We give praise to Christopher Bell, who not only won back to back races, but did it weird. Plus a look ahead to Phoenix (also weird) and Katherine Legge’s Cup debut.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-03-061h 00PodracingFrom A(tlanta) to Z(ilisch)Neil Paine and Tyler Lauletta are back to recap the action from Atlanta, talking green flags, yellow flags, and even a checkered. Then we look towards the future, previewing the debut of highly touted prospect Connor Zilisch at COTA this weekend. Also, Tyler bought a car.Read Neil's latest article on NASCAR.com: https://www.nascar.com/news-media/2025/02/27/the-greatest-thing-since-sliced-bread-what-to-expect-from-zilischs-cup-debut/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-02-271h 03PodracingVulture CultureNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta break down an exciting day at Daytona with shout outs to Ryan Preece and Jimmie Johnson especially. Then we examine race winner William Byron and break down the ins and outs of what it means to be a vulture. Finally, a preview of Atlanta, where things are the same but different.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-02-201h 04PodracingTwo Super Bowls In Seven DaysNeil Paine and Tyler Lauletta celebrate the end of the NFL season by comparing football teams to NASCAR drivers. Neil breaks down the five types of first-time winners at the Daytona 500. Tyler is confused about Todd Gilliland, Neil is not. The world-famous One and Done contest makes its triumphant return. Happy Daytona!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-02-151h 00PodracingBowman Gray’s AnatomyNeil and Tyler break down the bumper cars at Bowman Gray, with praise for Chase Elliott and newly minted short-track legend SVG. Neil investigates what the results could mean for short tracks as we head into the season, and lists the number changes that have broken his brain the most this season. Tyler introduces the listening audience to our world famous One and Done competition that makes total sense.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-02-071h 03PodracingPodracing 101Neil Paine and Tyler Lauletta are back for another season of Podracing! The show began in 2023 with Neil, a veteran NASCAR fan, guiding Tyler, a rookie, through the twists and left turns of the NASCAR season. Heading into Year 3, we’re excited to bring more along for the ride! In today’s episode: a preview of 2025, a preview of the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray, an introduction to Podracing and our various bits.Episode Rundown:(00:00-11:07) What is Podracing?(11:07-16:50) NASCAR narratives & "Speedy Sweeties"(16:50-33:34) 2025 Cup Series preview(34:50-44:30) Bowman Gray stadium hosts The Clash. Trac...2025-01-3054 minPodracingJoey Logano, Three-Time ChampionJoey Logano takes home the trophy. Tyler encourages other drivers to get good. Neil fixes the NASCAR playoff system.Thanks for hanging with us for another season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-11-1856 minPodracingThe Playoff System Is Good, ActuallyNeil and Tyler recap what might be the best race ever at Homestead. Tyler Reddick upends the Championship 4, leading us to a Paperclip for the ages this weekend. Denny has the narrative back. Neil breaks down the playoff picture. Tyler pushes the Kyle Larson button.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-11-011h 01PodracingJoey Logano Heard Us Talkin’ Sh...Joey Logano shakes up the playoff race with a wild win in Vegas. Tyler Reddick flips a smooth one. We might have superpowers. The musical chairs game gets tighter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-10-2655 minPodracingThe Roval Giveth, The Roval Taketh AwayNeil and Tyler recap the Roval, investigate their ability to curse SVG, and ask Joey Logano to hear them talking shit. Plus, your obligatory five minutes of “Kyle Larson is the best driver alive” talk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-10-1955 minPodracingTalladega Delivers The Big OneTalladega was a blast. Overtime strikes again. Joey Logano vs. the world at the Roval. Tyler’s dog Rosie battles leaf blowers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-10-121h 04PodracingRoss Chastain’s Watermelon SugarRoss Chastain gets back in the winner’s circle at Kansas, and we’re due for a doozy in Talladega.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-10-0549 minPodracingThe Coke Zero 400 Presented By OreoThe playoff race is down to 12—who are the contenders and pretenders? Also, Neil makes a shocking soft drink revelation. Apologies in advance to John Hunter Nemechek.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-09-2853 minPodracingWhat Does SVG Know About Bowling Anyway?Watkins Glen delivered the best finish of the year, and we’re all set for an elimination race at Bristol under the lights. Strap in!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-09-2046 minPodracingJust Go Bowling!A fun race in Atlanta. A wild ride at Watkins Glen coming up. Neil and Tyler break down the state of the playoffs and take a few more shots at Harrison Burton.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-09-1447 minPodracingTalking Bout PlayoffsNeil and Tyler break down a fun finale to the regular season at Darlington and preview the upcoming playoffs. Tyler briefly invites a 17th driver into the postseason. Neil is on the NASCAR homepage.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-09-0744 minPodracingThe Darlings Of Darlington and Bubba Bubble WatchNeil and Tyler are finally in the same country once again. We recap a shocker at Daytona, preview Darlington, and take a look at the playoff picture with just one race to go before the postseason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-08-3145 minPodracingThe Podracing Call-In SpecialTyler’s study abroad is coming to a close, but we wanted to have one episode before he returned stateside to talk playoffsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-08-2440 minPodracingA hon hon hon hon, le NASCAR!Tyler is still in France! We got another RIDIN SOLO episode.Tyler can be found at Double or Nothing, and Neil can be found at Neil’s Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-07-2844 minPodracingÊtes-vous prêt pour une course avec Neil Paine??Tyler is in France at the Olympics so this week Neil is RIDIN SOLO.Tyler can be found at Double or Nothing, and Neil can be found at Neil’s Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-07-2128 minPodracingOnce we get to Speed Racer we can get dodecahedrons involved, and then we're really racingOur two thoroughly waterlogged boys recap the Chicago that wasn’t and look ahead to the Tricky Triangle at Pocono Raceway!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-07-1430 minPodracingThis season on NASCAR's The BearThe boys talk about a wild race, NASCAR overtime and why there’s been a lot of it and how it compares to other sports, and then get very hyped for a very cool road race in Chicago. Tyler can be found at Double or Nothing, and Neil can be found at Neil’s Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-07-0654 minPodracingTALKIN' TIRE with NEIL N' TYLERWe talk the wet weather tire experiment, the compelling Christopher Bell, and a preview of Nashville, an extremely weird track that’s as if Dover and Michigan made a freaky little baby. Tyler can be found at Double or Nothing, and Neil can be found at Neil’s Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-06-2949 minPodracingDriving for That Look dot comThis week the boys recap a somewhat sleepy but overall all pretty good inaugural outing in Iowa, break down the most likely drivers to take Martin Truex Jr.’s seat next year, and look ahead to a rare race in the Northeast of these United States.Let’s go racing!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-06-2457 minPodracingThey have nerfed the Sunoco fuel and we need to buff right rear tiresThe boys recount last week’s roadcourse race, discuss what’s been going on in the pits lately as the current NASCAR meta evolves, we talk a very big retirement announcement and look forward to next week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-06-1652 minPodracingHitting the road at the Save Mart 350This week, the boys talk about Blaney’s strange little season and weird day in Illinois, preview the Toyota Save Mart 350 and the return to one of their beloved road courses, indeed, one of their very first anniversary courses as Podracing hosts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-06-0944 min
A Couple of GoonsGoons 0018: A Trio of GoonsWalt is on vacation, but somehow we’ve got 50% more goons than usual. Neil is joined by GoonsPod alums Emily Scherer of FiveThirtyEight and Tyler Lauletta of Insider. Here’s what we talked about:* Team of the Week! (Not based on Elo ratings, for once.)* “Concussions are bad” — Tyler* Episode No. 18 commemorative Spin-O-Rama edition* What we like about the playoffs so far… the Battle of Florida is GOOD* Best Hockey Playoff Traditions with Emily* We recall that 5-overtime Flyers game where the players ate pizza mid-OTNeil is on...2021-05-201h 11
A Couple of GoonsGoons 0015: Innovations In Hockey BroadcastingMadness reigns: Neil’s out this week, Walt is joined by Insider’s Tyler Lauletta and FiveThirtyEight’s Emily Scherer to talk about hockey broadcasting and the bold new future for the sport as they leave NBC for ESPN and TNT. * Team of the Week, as sent in by Neil, as “interpreted” by Walt* How Tyler became A Hockey Guy* The new NHL deal and how it was announced in literally the funniest possible way at every single stage in this process* THE FOXTRAX: https://www.ebay.com/itm/274773882850* How hockey...2021-04-2959 min