Checkers, Wreckers and What The Heckers

It all comes down to one final weekend in the desert! The guys break down championship weekend from Phoenix, including the biggest storylines from the Truck, Xfinity, and Cup finales. Chad, Rick, and Chris debate NASCAR’s new rules allowing Cup drivers to run more lower-series races, and discuss whether a 14% drop in viewership should have the sport concerned. Then it’s time for  Checkers, Wrecker...

The boys take the show  live  from the infield of Talladega Superspeedway! 🏁🎙️ Chad Bearden, Rick Kojan, Chris Justice, and special guest Noah Gragson bring the energy straight from NASCAR’s biggest party weekend — full of laughs, stories, and surprises from the boulevard to pit road. From flying tater tots to trackside chaos, this is  Talladega  like you’ve never seen it before.

This week, the guys dive deep with Travis Perry — inventor, musician, and the mind behind Chord Buddy. From surviving Shark Tank to building a global brand, Travis shares wild stories of innovation, hustle, and faith. It’s equal parts business, music, and madness — and you don’t want to miss this one.

It’s the paperclip showdown! Chad, Rick, and Chris break down a wild Martinsville weekend that ended with a  walk-off moment for the ages. From the grandfather-clock glory to tempers flaring in pit road traffic, the crew covers every chaotic lap and hilarious storyline. In  Three Wide , the guys debate NASCAR’s new  “Rising”  docuseries and what a potential court ruling on the charter system could...

It’s the  big 5-0 , and we’re celebrating the chaos the only way we know how — from the infield of Talladega! In this milestone episode of  Checkers, Wreckers & What the Heckers , Chad, Rick, and Chris break down one of the wildest weekends in NASCAR history. From the  massive pileup in the Cup Series  to surprise moves in the Truck and Xfinity races, nothing is off limits. You’ll hear live re...

Comedian and  Number Juan Tequila  co-founder  Alex Reymundo  joins the  Checkers, Wreckers & What the Heckers Podcast  for a hilarious and unfiltered conversation about comedy, tequila, and chasing success. From touring with Ron White to building his own tequila brand, Alex shares stories that blend laughter, hustle, and heart. Pour yourself a shot and enjoy this episode packed with bold humo...

Episode 48: Las Vegas – Don’t Bet Against Him It’s Vegas, baby — and the stakes are higher than ever. Chad, Rick, and Chris break down the wild weekend in Sin City, but things really heat up when Chad and Rick go through  Trial by Fire , with  Supreme Court Justice  presiding over a fiery debate on the  NASCAR Playoff System  during the  Three Wide  segment. From hot takes to hotter tempers, this...

In this powerful episode, Kerry Earnhardt opens up about discovering as a teenager that he was Dale Earnhardt’s son and the whirlwind of emotions that came with it. He shares his journey through the racing world, the heartbreak of losing his father, and how he worked to honor the Earnhardt name while building his own path. Kerry dives into what life was like after his dad’s passing, his perspectiv...

The Charlotte Roval delivered chaos, controversy, and some seriously backwards moves — both on the track  and  in the studio. Chad, Chris, and Rick break down all the wild moments from the weekend, but things really heat up during the  "What the Heckers"  section of the  Cup Series breakdown , where Rick and Chad go head-to-head in one of their most intense debates yet. Buckle up — this...

They say the best conversations happen when you mix NASCAR with a little chaos — and Jessie Punch brings  plenty  of both. In this episode, the broadcaster, host, and certified goofball joins the crew for a laugh-packed ride through the wild world of racing media, her most bizarre fan interactions, and why embracing your inner weirdo might just be the key to standing out in this sport. From corndo...

It was elbows-out and tempers hot at Kansas Speedway, and the crew isn’t holding anything back. In this episode, Chad, Rick, and Chris dive head-first into all the chaos from the weekend — from wild crashes and blown playoff chances to the bold moves that defined both the Cup and Xfinity races. The “Three Wide” segment heats up as the guys debate Rodney Childers’ surprising return to NASCAR with J...

This week, the crew sits down with former NHL enforcer Mark Tinordi for a hard-hitting conversation about life on the ice, legendary battles, and what it takes to earn respect in the league. From stories of his toughest fights to insights on today’s game — plus his love for NASCAR and pride in watching his son Jared follow in his footsteps — this episode packs a punch. 🎧 Available now on YouTube,...

The crew breaks down all the action from New Hampshire Motor Speedway and debates whether teammates really make a difference on race day. From wrecks and wins to strategy and storylines, we dive into the drama and dish out our Checkers, Wreckers, and Heckers for the weekend. In this week’s  Three Wide  segment, we tackle two big questions: Is it harder for casual fans to connect with drivers now t...

Episode 41: Natalie Decker & Derek Lemke – Call Me When You’re 18 Love, racing, and a whole lot of laughs—this episode has it all. Natalie Decker and Derek Lemke join the show to talk about life on and off the track, from the wild world of motorsports to the unique dynamics of running a racing family business. We dive into their personal stories, their careers, and yes—even the playful romance...

The lights were bright, the tempers were hot, and the wheels—well, some of them didn’t even stay on. In Episode 40, the crew breaks down a wild weekend under the lights at Bristol Motor Speedway. From shredded tires and blown engines to unexpected comebacks and playoff heartbreaks, nothing was off-limits in this chaotic short-track showdown. We dive into: The highs and lows from Trucks, Xfinity, a...

Episode 39: Michael Waltrip – Shake and Bake In this week’s episode of  Checkers, Wreckers and What the Heckers , we sit down with two-time Daytona 500 champion  Michael Waltrip  for a wide-open conversation you won’t want to miss. From the highs and lows of his NASCAR racing career to his transition into team ownership and his longtime role as one of the most recognizable voices in the broadcast...

Episode 38: St. Louis – Gateway to a Championship The Checkers, Wreckers and What the Heckers crew heads to the Midwest for a jam-packed episode all about the action at World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis. From Denny Hamlin’s big win to the shakeups in the playoff picture, we break down all the highs, lows, and “what the heck?!” moments that made this weekend one to remember. Plus, the guys...

Episode 37: Taylor Kitchen – Make Your Own Way This week on  Checkers, Wreckers and What the Heckers , we’re joined by the one and only  Taylor Kitchen —host, content creator, and voice that’s been making waves in the NASCAR community. Taylor shares her journey of carving out her own path in motorsports media, the challenges of breaking through in a crowded industry, and the lessons she’s learned...

Episode 36: Too Tough? The crew dives headfirst into the Lady in Black after an action-packed weekend at Darlington Raceway. From wild comebacks to heartbreaking wrecks, we cover all the highs, lows, and jaw-dropping moments from one of NASCAR’s toughest tracks. Plus, Drewski’s comedy sparks a fiery debate in our  Three Wide  segment, and we crown our Checkers, Wreckers, and Heckers across Trucks,...

Episode 35: Kayley Green – Hey Friends! This week on  Checkers, Wreckers and What the Heckers , we’re joined by rising country music star  Kayley Green . From a small town outside Darlington to signing with  Sony Nashville , Kayley has been building a name for herself as both a powerhouse vocalist and a  TikTok influencer with over 340,000 followers . We dive into her journey in music, her connect...

Episode 34: Daytona – Everything on the Line The regular season all comes down to the wildest stage of them all—Daytona under the lights. The Checkers, Wreckers and What the Heckers crew breaks down the chaos, heartbreak, and jaw-dropping moments from the cutoff race that set the playoff field. From massive pileups to underdog storylines, nothing was safe when it all came down to one final night a...

Episode 33: Samuel Deeds – Purple Hearts and Parachutes In this powerful and patriotic episode, we sit down with American hero Samuel Deeds — a retired Marine, Purple Heart recipient, and fearless skydiver who now jumps into major sporting events, including NASCAR races, with the Stars and Stripes flying proudly behind him. Samuel shares his incredible journey from the battlefield to the skies, in...

Episode 32: Richmond Redemption In this fiery installment of  Checkers, Wreckers, and What the Heckers , the crew breaks down an unforgettable weekend at Richmond Raceway—where controversy turned to comeback for Austin Dillon. One year after headlines and heartburn at the same track, Dillon silences the doubters with a statement win in the No. 3 Bass Pro Shops Chevy, locking himself into the playo...

Episode 31 | Jordan Wood Hicks — The Future of NASCAR’s Oldest Team NASCAR heritage meets next-gen hustle. Today we sit down with  Jordan Wood Hicks —Chief Marketing Officer and co-owner of  Wood Brothers Racing , the sport’s longest-running team—to talk legacy, leadership, and launching the next era of the iconic No. 21. We get into modern brand-building, fan engagement that actually works, and h...

Episode 30 — Watkins Glen:  Will Anyone Else Ever Win Again? Watkins Glen brought the thunder, the chicanes, and—yep—another clinic up front. Chad, Rick, and Chris break down a road-course weekend where one driver keeps hogging the trophies and everyone else is left asking, “how do you pass  that guy?” From Turn 1 dive-bombs to Bus Stop bravery, we unpack the strategy, pit windows, and late restar...