A Lifetime in Motorsports

Radio Origins 2: The Birth of MRN (w/ Joe Moore!)

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Beginning in 1970, Motor Racing Network began as a new entity with a mission to bring NASCAR events to race fans via radio on a national scale. Over time, the network grew into a tremendous cornerstone of the sport. It became so because of the long list of talented broadcasters that brought their talents to the microphone, such as Ken Squire, Mike Joy, Barney Hall and Joe Moore, as well as many, many more in the decades to come. Episode No. 82 of "A lifetime in Motorsports" focuses on a visit with Moore and as he discusses his years with the network. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski explore his years with MRN and how he arrived on the scene and also the origins of the No. 82 during podcast No. 81 of "A Lifetime in Motorsports."

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The Very First Talladega

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000

In September of 1969, NASCAR's founder, Bill France, Sr., had a very big problem on his hands. He had built the 2.66-mile Alabama International Motor Speedway near Talladega, Alabama that could generate the fastest stock cars in the world. What would keep that from happening was the fact that there were no tires that were strong enough to handle the 190-mile per hour speeds the cars could generate. They were blistering in three to five laps and making drivers very nervous with every lap completed. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski explore that weekend as it unfolded and bring it to light for race fans of today that may not have ever heard the story from 54 years ago. They will also discuss the origins of the No. 81 during podcast No. 81 of "A Lifetime in Motorsports."

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The Origins of NASCAR Radio (w/ Dave Moody!)

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Since the very early days of NASCAR's existence, public address and radio broadcasts of races have been a huge part of the sport. Long before television coverage became commonplace, local public address announcers at tracks and then radio networks were the only source for finding out what was going on at weekly NASCAR events. Some of the greatest radio announcers in the sport's history kept fans informed lap after lap about their favorite drivers and where they stacked up as far as track position. Some even made the greatest calls of race finishes in the sport's history that can still be heard today. Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski discuss the business of calling NASCAR races through radio broadcasts with Dave Moody, a longtime member of Motor Racing Network. They will also discuss the origins of the No. 80 during podcast No. 80 of "A Lifetime in Motorsports."

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The Ballad of Waltrip & Yarborough (w/ Jeff Hammond!)

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Throughout NASCAR history, there have been some incredibly strong driver and team owner combinations. One of the most successful of the 1970s and 1980s came with team owner Junior and drivers Cale Yarborough and Darrell Waltrip. Yarborough collected 55 wins and Cup Series championships in 1976, '77 and '78 with Johnson, as did Waltrip with 43 wins and championships in 1981, '82 and '85. Even though their styles were vastly different on and off the race track. success came to them and the teams they worked with under Johnson's direction. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski discuss Yarborough and Waltrip with Jeff Hammond, a longtime crew member with Junior Johnson and Associates that worked with close friend Yarborough who was also crew chief for Waltrip. They will also discuss the origins of the No. 79 during podcast No. 79 of "A Lifetime in Motorsports."

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The Origin of NASCAR Stats (with NBC Sports' Dan Beaver)

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 00:34:47 -0000

Keeping track of all the numbers in any sport can be a challenge. Looking at them for 40 NASCAR teams at any given time can be a daunting task. Drivers, teams, teams owners, laps. tracks, cars, car numbers, percentages, and how they perform on track week to week and year to year is quite a bit to absorb. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski discuss NASCAR statistics with special guest Dan Beaver of NBC Sports, a renowned Fantasy Racing expert as well as a statistician in other professional sports, The trio of analysts will also cover other subjects including the origins of No. 78, during podcast No. 78 of "A Lifetime in Motorsports."

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When Drivers Had Winning Personalities (feat. Mike Hembree of NBC Sports)

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 20:00:00 -0000

Throughout the 1970s, NASCAR's top drivers enjoyed a great fan following because of their accomplishments on the race track. A good portion of their fame came from the fact they were recognized for their amazing down-home personalities and their willingness to engage with their fans. Historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski are joined by award-winning journalist Mike Hembree of NBC Sports to discuss relationships with drivers of the 1970s, as well as other subjects including the origins of No. 74 during podcast No. 74 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR."

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Illegal Wins: The History of Disqualifications (feat. Ken Martin of NASCAR Productions)

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 20:00:00 -0000

During the very early days of NASCAR's existence, drivers and car owners looked for any way possible to gain advantages that at times led to race wins. NASCAR officials immediately looked at their cars and wasted little time finding problems when they arose after leaving victory lane. On seven occasions, wins were taken away and given to second-place drivers. In the early 1960s, NASCAR's founder, Bill France Sr. stopped the practice of taking wins away and elected to take points away and levy hefty fines. His reasoning was that fans should leave the track knowing which driver was the winner. Over 60 years passed before a Cup Series winner was disqualified, the latest being Denny Hamlin at Pocono on July 24, 2022. Historians Ben White, Jerry Bonkowski and special guest Ken Martin discuss times in NASCAR history when wins were taken away, as well as other subjects including the origins of No. 73 during podcast No. 73 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR."

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Jerry Punch on Benny Parsons - Driver, Broadcaster, Friend

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 19:00:00 -0000

During the 1970s and 1980s, Benny Parsons was a full time driver in NASCAR's Cup Series and logged 21 victories, including the 1975 Daytona 500. Two years before winning NASCAR's biggest race, Parsons won the 1973 Cup Series championship. When Parsons ended his driving career in 1988, he turned his attention to TV and radio broadcasting and mastered them just as he did driving race cars, Historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski discuss Parsons incredible legacy with fellow broadcaster, Dr. Jerry Punch. Also discussed are the origins of the number 72 in NASCAR in podcast No. 72 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR.

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Harry Hyde: The Most Innovative Crew Chief in NASCAR History

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 19:00:00 -0000

For over three decades, Harry Hyde was known as one of the most innovative crew chiefs in NASCAR history. The native of Brownsville, Ky. began his racing career on the local short tracks of Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky by building race cars for other drivers after driving for a couple of seasons himself. His reputation for winning helped land a crew chief position in the Cup Series with team owner Nord Krauskopf in 1966 with driver Bobby Isaac. From there, his career produced 56 Cup Series victories with Isaac, Buddy Baker, Dave Marcis, Neil Bonnet, with Krauskopf and J.D. Stacy and Geoff Bodine ,Tim Richmond and Ken Schrader with Rick Hendrick before his retirement in 1993. Historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski discuss Hyde's incredible legacy as well as the origins of the number 71 in NASCAR in podcast No. 71 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR.

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"You Wanna Drive?" - The History of NASCAR Team Owners

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Team ownership has been a huge part of the sport since NASCAR's first Strictly Stock (now Cup Series) season of competition in 1948. Some competitors drive, while those that own the teams make sure the cars are prepared and sponsored and ready to race. It's a model that has produced hundreds of victories and many, many championships. A large number of team owners in NASCAR competition are just as well known as the drivers that have raced their cars. NASCAR Historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski discuss many of their incredible legacies as well as the origins of the number 70 in NASCAR history in podcast No. 70 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR. Also discussed is a look back at the life and career of NASCAR legend J.D. McDuffie.

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Remembering Bruton Smith

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 16:17:30 -0000

Throughout his life, O. Bruton Smith, he enjoyed a great passion for stock car racing that began during his childhood. His first love was to drive race cars, but when fate sent him in an entirely different direction, he far exceeded his early dreams by building an empire of race tracks for drivers to race. Smith always put race fans first when they visited his Speedway Motorsports tracks located across the country. Historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski discuss Smith's incredible legacy as well as the origins of the number 69 in NASCAR in podcast No. 69 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR.

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The Petty's Unstoppable 67 (w/ Eric Estepp!)

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 20:09:05 -0000

The 1967 NASCAR Grand National season dawned like any other with great anticipation that drivers and teams would find their places within the win column and bid for the season-long championship. Among those that drove Fords, Mercury's, Chryslers, Dodges and Plymouths were the stars that fans loved and admired. They were sure their favorites would emerge best and take the coveted crown by season's end. When the season began, no one had any idea the Petty's would ultimately win 27 of 48 races and take the championship going away. It was a magical year for the team from Level Cross, N.C. and even Richard Petty, crew chief Dale Inman and engine builder Maurice Petty were surprised by their own incredible success. Ben White and guest analyst Eric Estepp discuss the Petty's and their incredible 1967 season as well as the 1966 Plymouth Belvedere that carried Richard to the best year of his 32-year career. They also look back at the origins of the No. 67 in NASCAR in podcast No. 67 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR.

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Who ISN'T in the NASCAR Hall of Fame?

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:13:47 -0000

When the NASCAR Hall of Fame officially opened on May 11, 2010, there was a great deal of enthusiasm among race fans as well as the motorsports media. A prestigious panel of motorsports icons voted on the inaugural class, naming Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt, Junior Johnson, Bill France Sr. and Bill France Jr. as the first recipients to go into the hall. Over the past 12 years, a remarkable list of individuals have been inducted among drivers, crew chiefs and team owners. Many icons of the sport have yet to be inducted in the years to come. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski look back at many of the stories involving those that haven't been inducted in podcast No. 68 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR, as well as the origins of the car number in this episode.

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The Toughest Stock Car Driver That Ever Lived

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 16:00:00 -0000

When Cale Yarborough was growing up near Darlington (S.C.) Raceway, in Timmonsville, S.C., the allure of the 1.366-mile speedway was just too difficult to ignore. He was only 11 years old when it opened in 1950 and eventually, the young farm boy would drive there and become a five-time winner at the historic track. The three-time Cup Series champion has quite a story concerning his life and career, some of which includes being lucky to be alive. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski look back at many of the stories involving Yarborough's life in podcast No. 66 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR, as well as the origins of the car number 66 in this episode, a number Yarborough used when he was a team owner in the Cup Series.

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A Lifetime at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 20:00:57 -0000

When O. Bruton Smith opened the gates of Charlotte Motor Speedway in the summer of 1960, he had no idea what kind of problems he would encounter before returning to reclaim his prize 13 years later. Ultimately, the track served as the foundation and cornerstone of NASCAR's Cup Series and helped make numerous careers in the sport. It continues to serve as the flagship of Speedway Motorsports Inc. formed in 1994 and is predecessor to all of the state-of-the-art race tracks under their umbrellas, NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski look back at many of the stories involving the track's history in podcast No. 65 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR, as well as the origins of the car number in this episode.

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NASCAR's Day One Rivalries

Thu, 19 May 2022 17:00:00 -0000

Rivalries have always been a part of NASCAR history. They began with the first Strictly Stock race on June 19, 1949 at Charlotte, N.C. when Jim Roper drove into victory lane for the very first time, He did so after race winner Glenn Dunaway was declared illegal for having leaf springs at the rear of his Ford. From that day forward, drivers have expressed their unhappiness with other drivers, especially after being sent sideways on the track followed by angry comments on pit road or the garage area. From the 1940s through the 1990s, there were plenty of legendary drivers that kept fans on the edges of their seats with the latest skirmish in the headlines. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski look back at many of those stories in podcast No. 64 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR, as well as the origins of the car number in this episode.

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Bet You Didn't Know That! - Trivia from 74 Years of NASCAR Racing

Thu, 12 May 2022 17:00:00 -0000

Throughout NASCAR's incredible history, there have been plenty of noteworthy stories that have made the sport of stock car racing just that much more enjoyable. They are the trivial yet amazing pieces of information that leaves one with a smile after learning extra tidbits hidden deep in the history books. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski look back at a few of these astonishing facts and share their thoughts on how and why they came about. They also look back at the origins and interesting milestones of the No. 63 in NASCAR's past during podcast No. 63 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR."

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From Cotton Field to Crown Jewel: The History of Darlington Raceway

Thu, 05 May 2022 18:30:00 -0000

In the mind of Harold Brasington, Darlington Raceway was nothing more than a sketch of what his track would look like for well over a decade before ground was finally broken to get the process started. When the gates finally opened for qualifying 10 days before the green flag waved over the inaugural Southern 500 on Sept. 4, 1950, the 1.25-mile superspeedway was all the rage among the people of Darlington County, S.C. It was the one entity that would put Darlington, S.C. and Florence, S.C. on the regional and national map. Eventually, over a period of 70 years, the track "Too Tough to Tame" helped to build the careers of many NASCAR legends. Thus far, 63 checkered flags have fallen over drivers in spring and fall events at the legendary and historic track. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski look back at how the track came into existence and revisit some of the greatest victories that occurred there. They also look back at the origins and interesting milestones of the No. 62 in NASCAR history during podcast No. 62 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR."

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Neil Bonnett: Friend First, Racer Second

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 18:00:00 -0000

To many in the garage area, Neil Bonnett was one pf the most beloved drivers in NASCAR's long history. The native of Hueytown, AL. was lost in a single-car crash during a practice session at Daytona International Speedway on Feb. 11, 1994, nine days before the Daytona 500. Bonnett was attempting a comeback for six races scheduled for that season in a Chevrolet fielded by team owner James Finch. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski look back at Bonnett's life and career, as well as his career as a broadcaster for several major networks. They also discuss the origins and interesting milestones of the No. 61 in NASCAR history during podcast No. 61 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR."

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Biggest Cheaters? Genius Innovators? Depends on Who You Ask...

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 20:30:00 -0000

Throughout NASCAR's 74-year history, there have been plenty of instances where competitors have searched for advantages within the rules that could help them on the race track. Many of those innovations have been tried and been caught by NASCAR officials and deemed cheating outside the spirit of the rules, NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski dedicate this week's show to looking back at many of those items discovered as well as some of the crew chiefs and mechanics that came up with them. They also discuss the origins and interesting milestones of the No. 60 in NASCAR history during podcast No. 60 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR."

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"The Greatest Driver in NASCAR History" (According to Richard Petty)

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 19:00:00 -0000

Throughout David Pearson's iconic NASCAR career, there was something very special about the Spartanburg, S.C. native. He collected 105 Cup Series victories and three championships and during that time and how he won more races at the famed Darlington (S.C.) Raceway that any other driver. No matter what type of car he drove, he mastered the 1.366-mile track better than any other driver. Wins came with Ford's Holman Moody, Wood Brothers Racing and Team owners Rod Osterlund and Hoss Ellington. His 105th and final win came at Darlington on April 13, 1980. This week marks the 50th anniversary when Pearson joined the Wood Brothers for the 1972 Rebel 400.. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski dedicate this week's show to Pearson and discuss his life and career and love for Darlington Raceway. They also discuss the origins of the No. 59 in NASCAR history during podcast No. 59 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR."

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Personal Stories of Alan Kulwicki with Tom Roberts

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 18:15:01 -0000

Descriptions of the late Alan Kulwicki include determined, calculating, focused, and driven. The Greenfield, Wisc. native came to NASCAR's Cup Series determined to win races and championships his way - as opposed to driving for other team owners. Kulwicki won five races and the 1992 Cup Series championship before his untimely death on April 1, 1993 in a private airplane crash. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski dedicate this week's show to Kulwicki and discuss his life and career. They are joined by Tom Roberts, Kulwicki's longtime public relations manager, and share behind the scenes stories of the fallen champion from a personal perspective.

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My Friend Dale Earnhardt

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 17:02:52 -0000

As a child, Dale Earnhardt dreamed of following in his father's footsteps and becoming a race car driver. It was an extremely difficult road with many setbacks with extreme odds against him. Miraculously, the native of Kannapolis, N.C. went on to win seven Cup Series titles as well as 76-races during his incredible career. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski dedicate this week's show to the memory of Earnhardt and tell some interesting stories about the beloved champion as well as some rarely discussed statistics concerning an eight and one-half year period of his career during episode No. 57 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR." Also discussed is the number 57 and some drivers that wheeled the number during their esteemed careers in the Cup series.

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Road Course Ringers

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 19:30:00 -0000

Since the early 1960s, road courses have been a part of NASCAR's premier Cup Series schedule. The first road course came to NASCAR with Riverside International Raceway in 1958 and remained through 1988, as well as Augusta International Raceway in 1963 and Watkins Glen International since 1957 that continues on the circuit today. In the 1960s, 70s and 80s, many great drivers have gone to victory lane but a special breed of drivers have won on road courses led by four-time Cup Series champion Jeff Gordon with nine victories. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski take a look back at some of those great drivers as well as a couple of winners that carried the number 56 to victory, namely Jim Hurtise in 1966 at Atlanta and Martin Truex Jr. at Sonoma in 2013 during podcast 56 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR.

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Whatever Happened to the Driver-Owner?

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 18:43:39 -0000

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Cruisin' Through the 1970's

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 18:57:30 -0000

A Lifetime in NASCAR features NASCAR writers and historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski taking a look at the current events of NASCAR through the lens of the past. Join these historians as they tackle the NASCAR timeline from an all-new perspective.

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Riding with the One Hit Wonders

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 00:17:54 -0000

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When Rookies Win

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 19:55:27 -0000

NASCAR writers and historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski take a look at the current events of NASCAR through the lens of the past.

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The Greatest Auto Race in the World

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 19:08:51 -0000

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The Milestone of 50

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 16:56:35 -0000

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The History and Future of Stadium Racing

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:20:16 -0000

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Jimmie Johnson's Quiet Legacy

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 21:27:12 -0000

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Ron Bouchard: The Greatest Win His Fans Never Saw

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 19:00:00 -0000

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The Coldest Day in NASCAR History

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 23:00:00 -0000

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Adam Petty and Honoring the Lost

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 19:30:00 -0000

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How Terry Labonte Made His Name in the 44

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 19:32:58 -0000

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The King and the Iconic 43

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0000

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PETTY vs PEARSON, Period.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 19:26:09 -0000

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When NASCAR Faced a Major Car Change in 1981

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 21:35:46 -0000

A Lifetime In NASCAR features NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski taking a look at the current events of NASCAR through the lens of the past. Join these historians each week as they tackle the NASCAR timeline from an all-new perspective.

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Thanksgiving, Great NASCAR Memories and Remembering The No. 40 with Daytona 500 Winner Pete Hamilton

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 20:30:00 -0000

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Can Kyle Larson Go Seven Times?

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 15:57:34 -0000

A Lifetime in NASCAR features NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski taking a look at the current events of NASCAR through the lens of the past. What was Silly Season like in the golden age of NASCAR? How would NASCAR Reddit have reacted to NASCAR's greatest moments of the 90's? Join these historians as they tackle the NASCAR timeline from an all-new perspective.

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Phoenix Raceway's legacy and remembering it's first Cup winner

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 13:29:53 -0000

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Why Martinsville Speedway has been so iconic in NASCAR history

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 19:22:06 -0000

A Lifetime In NASCAR features NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski taking a look at the current events of NASCAR through the lens of the past. Join these historians as they tackle the NASCAR timeline from an all-new perspective.

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Episode 35: "If you do that, that's the Only Injury I'm going to have!"

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:38:04 -0000

A Lifetime In NASCAR features NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski taking a look at the current events of NASCAR through the lens of the past. Some of the topics we've covered thus far: 1) What was Silly Season like in the golden age of NASCAR? 2) How would NASCAR Reddit have reacted to NASCAR's greatest moments of the 90s? Join these historians as they tackle the NASCAR timeline from an all-new perspective.

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Ben Digs Fence Posts for Harry Gant

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 20:30:00 -0000

One of the highlights of this week's show was Ben White telling a story on how he wanted to do an exclusive interview with former NASCAR great Harry Gant. But the only way Ben could get the interview was if he agreed to help Harry build a fence around his property, with Harry putting Ben to work digging fence post holes. It's a hilarious story, trust us.

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Talladega's Wild Card History

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 14:30:00 -0000

A Lifetime In NASCAR features NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski taking a look at the current events of NASCAR through the lens of the past. What was Silly Season like in the golden age of NASCAR? How would NASCAR Reddit have reacted to NASCAR's greatest moments of the 90's? Join these historians as they tackle the NASCAR timeline from an all-new perspective.

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A Lifetime of Bristol Dust Ups

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:25:01 -0000

A Lifetime in NASCAR features NASCAR historians Ben White and Aaron Burns taking a look at the current events of NASCAR through the lens of the past. What was silly season like in the golden age of NASCAR? How would NASCAR Reddit have reacted to NASCAR’s greatest moments of the 90’s? Join these historians as they tackle the NASCAR timeline from an all new perspective.

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Get the Pole, Get the Win

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:00:00 -0000

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Robert Yates - The Ultimate Storyteller

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 19:00:00 -0000

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Remembering Bob Jenkins

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0000

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Ricky Rudd: Give Me My Trophy!

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 20:08:53 -0000

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Tim Richmond: Party Animal

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 14:15:14 -0000

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Dale Earnhardt: Seagull Manslaughter

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 23:00:00 -0000

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A Personal Tribute to Davey Allison

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -0000

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Fireball Roberts: NASCAR'S First Superstar?

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:03:04 -0000

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Trevor Bayne, Are You KIDDING?

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 17:17:56 -0000

This week, Aaron and Ben talk about Trevor Bayne's upset win in the 2011 Daytona 500, as well as his memorable reaction and how the Daytona press box broke out into cheers (and why that's a no-no). The two also discuss which 1980s and 1990s NASCAR drivers should be thankful they didn't have Twitter during their careers, and Aaron proves that everything eventually can be traced back to Wally Dallenbach. Six degrees of Wally?

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Rob Moroso HATED Losing

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 20:46:43 -0000

This week, Aaron and Ben talk about what could have been with Rob Moroso, as well as his competitive nature and Aaron's longing to find his old Moroso sunglasses. The two also discuss NASCAR drivers going drag racing, Aaron racing Cup drivers in go-karts, who'd win a shopping-cart race and the most unforgettable moments at Homestead-Miami (both personally and on track). Also, Ben recalls a pretty crazy Kyle Petty story from a photo shoot.

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Rick Hendrick: Cup Series Driver?

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 11:00:00 -0000

This week, Aaron and Ben discuss Rick Hendrick's brief career as a Cup Series driver, as well as his fledgling start as a team owner. Since it's Episode 19, the pair also dish on Martin Truex Jr.'s career, what Aaron wore the first time he met Martin and a low point in Ben's career, when he asked Martin an embarrassing question. You'll also hear plenty about the disappearance of road-course ringers, what Aaron thinks of when he hears "Henley Gray," and why the phrase "trimmed out" has suddenly entered NASCAR parlance.

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Eric Estepp Joins the Show!

Fri, 28 May 2021 13:53:48 -0000

This week special guest Eric Estepp joins the show while Aaron is away at the Coke 600. Ben and Eric remember their earliest NASCAR memories, and what their first at the track experience was like. What’s it like to grow up around cars and motorsports? And what’s it like being the only NASCAR fan in the family? Find out their stories and more on this week’s episode of A Lifetime in NASCAR!

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When Dale Earnhardt Met Darrell Waltrip

Thu, 20 May 2021 16:54:59 -0000

This week, Aaron and Ben discuss Darrell Waltrip's successful career and his memorable first encounter with the late, great Dale Earnhardt. Aaron wonders what musicians would've paired with Cup Series drivers if 1970s NASCAR did what 2000s NASCAR did at Richmond, and Ben tells the story of how excited he was to listen to the 1980 World 600. Since it's May, Aaron spills all the details on Charlotte Motor Speedway's history and describes why the 2016 Coca-Cola 600 is better than you remember.

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Kyle Petty: Hitchhiking After Winning the Coke 600?!

Fri, 07 May 2021 12:41:42 -0000

This week, Aaron and Ben discuss the immortal Bowman Gray Stadium and all of its charm and fights, plus Kyle Petty’s unforgettable 1987 Coca-Cola 600 and a spirited debate on boiled peanuts and the NASCAR drivers most likely to enjoy them. You’ll also hear about Ben’s nervous interview with Geoff Bodine in 1983, Aaron’s NASCAR reporting debut in 2012 and his first interview with Joey Logano, as well as Ben’s hot take on Bobby Allison’s number of Cup wins. Check it out!

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The Oddest and Rarest NASCAR Collectibles

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 19:30:00 -0000

What are some of the rarest or most unique NASCAR collectibles you own? Are any of them valuable today? This week Ben and Aaron review their collections to pick out some of their favorites, and tell the stories behind them. Plus, the do’s and don’ts of asking for autographs at the track.

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Tony Stewart Expects You to Bring Your A-Game

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:30:23 -0000

This week, Aaron and Ben discuss Tony Stewart’s legacy behind the wheel and the microphone, including times when he’s been less than impressed with the media’s questions. Aaron discusses popular NASCAR movies like “Days of Thunder” and “Stroker Ace,” while Ben brings up some films that are so old, we don’t even think they still exist. You’ll also learn about dirt racing at Charlotte in the 1940s and the car owner who stole tires from a fan. Check it out!

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You Can’t Say That on Television with Mike Skinner

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 16:31:02 -0000

This week Aaron and Ben take a look back at the career of Mike Skinner, including the driver of the week’s infamous radio banter that had parents covering their kids’ ears. Plus you’ll find out who named their kid after a race car, and Ben and Aaron indulge their sweet tooths. Check it out!

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Neil Bonnet Schools Ben on Women

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 18:56:47 -0000

“Do you understand women?” This is the first question the driver of the week, Neil Bonnett, had for Ben the first time they met. Hear about that, plus Aaron is making demands and naming names on NASCAR’s most important rivalry – Alabama vs Auburn. All that plus the hidden history of the Xfinity series on this week’s episode of A Lifetime in NASCAR

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Jr. Johnson and the Moonshine Legacy of NASCAR

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 19:43:18 -0000

If you’re new to the sport, you might think those stories of bootleggers and moonshiners are just legends. Nope! They’re true, and in this episode of A Lifetime in NASCAR, Ben and Aaron take you through the history of one of the drivers who experienced that life, Jr. Johnson.

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The Ballad of Handsome Harry Gant

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 19:33:38 -0000

This week the boys look back at the career of “Handsome” Harry Gant, the Skoal Bandit, covering some of his most interesting traits and race events. Plus, which NASCAR drivers have made a successful leap over to IndyCars, and who amongst the current pack of drivers could possibly handle the jump today? All that and more on this week’s episode of A Lifetime in NASCAR.

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Top Secret Hot Laps with Mario Andretti

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 20:16:16 -0000

This week, the chosen track is Charlotte, so you know these two have some amazing memories to share. Aaron takes a super car out for a routine cleaning, Ben plays Need for Speed in real life on I-85, and we hear about exactly how the legendary Mario Andretti tests out a new race track. All that plus the highlights of Bill Elliot on this week’s episode of A Lifetime in NASCAR!

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The Unfiltered Personality of Rusty Wallace

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 19:51:38 -0000

This week the boys remember the unfiltered personality of one Rusty Wallace, a man who Aaron notes always finds a clever way to drop in a few cusses to his interviews. Relive his incomparable career, along with much more, on this week’s episode of A Lifetime in NASCAR.

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No Questions Asked of Michael McDowell

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 19:44:17 -0000

[Ed Note. Our apologies, this episode was delayed due to the inclement weather in TX)

This week Ben and Aaron talk about the man of the hour – who just so happens to be the driver of the week – Michael McDowell, the winner of the Daytona 500. Ben and Aaron each share their memories of meeting and interacting with McDowell, long before the glory days of the Daytona 500 victory lane. Find out how down to earth he is, his instinct for driving, and what happened when everyone had the opportunity to interview him. Plus, there’s a whole lot more in this Daytona 500 episode!

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The Intensity and Focus of Mark Martin

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 19:23:41 -0000

The driver of the week takes the spotlight in episode 6, as Ben and Aaron discuss the intensity and focus of Mark Martin. The track of the week is of course Daytona, it’s speed week after all! Ben has the story of leaving the beach, and Aaron remembers one of the strangest Daytona 500 victories. Plus, who was the greatest driver you knew in the No. 6 car?

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Ben & Aaron's Good Luck Charms for Drivers - A Lifetime in NASCAR Podcast Episode 5

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 20:00:44 -0000

In episode 5, the boys take a trip back to Atlanta, when it was called the Atlanta International Raceway, and fittingly they talk the history of the No. 5 car. Also in this episode is a funny look at Ben and Aaron’s good luck and bad luck stories about drivers, in which Aaron claims credit for everything good Jamie McMurray has ever done.

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Sterling Marlin's Groundhog Daytona 500 – A Lifetime in NASCAR Podcast Episode 4

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 17:39:39 -0000

In episode 4, it's all about the No. 4. Aaron reminisces about Loy Allen Jr.'s crazy career, and Ben airs the dirty laundry on Sterling Marlin's 1995 Daytona 500 win. All that plus the track of the week and more!

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Big in Japan with Dale Earnhardt – A Lifetime in NASCAR Podcast Episode 3

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 21:35:52 -0000

In episode 3, the boys fittingly tackle the history of the No. 3 car. This week you can find out what happens when Ben and Dale Earnhardt meet up for a race in Japan!

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BLACK FLAG and ARRESTED at Wilkesboro Speedway

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 17:30:31 -0000

In this episode, Aaron and Ben share their favorite stories from silly seasons past, and Ben has some juicy dirt to share about what goes down at Wilkesboro Speedway.

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Ben is SUMMONED by the KING

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 17:21:44 -0000

In this episode, get to know Aaron and Ben on their first ever episode of A Lifetime in NASCAR. And find out what Ben wrote that had the King demanding his presence!

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