Dirt Racing in the Bluegrass Live

LOLMDS star and James Rattliff Racing’s, Daulton Wilson, joins us on the podcast to preview this weekend’s events at Ponderosa Speedway and Florence Speedway . A recap of the past weekend and preview other area events coming up this weekend.

We can have regular shows too, right? At this point the racing season is in full swing, so we're just rolling right along on the podcast. Jason Barrett joined us to talk about this weekend's season opening Damn Yankees 50 at Richmond Raceway. We'll discuss our trip to Rockcastle Speedway this weekend and preview the events coming up this weekend.

It finally feels like race season, for this week at least! As the weather heats up, so does the racing action. A preview of two big events this weekend. The American All-Star Series Pro Late Models at Lake Cumberland Speedway racing for $3,000 to win and opening night at Mudlick Valley Raceway. We're be joined by AAS promoter Joe Rush, Lake Cumberland Speedway's Brandon Hardgrove, and Loga...

Josh and Wes talk about a busy opening weekend, including a trip to Thunder Mountain Speedway. Plus, a preview of the weeks ahead as the racing season gets under way in the Bluegrass State. Ace Claborn joins us on the podcast to discuss his first Late Model win at Thunder Mountain. Former Nascar Xfinity Series and Craftsman Truck Series driver, Jamie Mosley joins the show.

Several of you have asked for it, so here it is! Bill Lupinos joined the show to talk about the upcoming season at Richmond Raceway KY, their recent acquisition of Ultimate and Fastrak, and much more. We were also be joined by Greg Hensley, Justin Taylor and Shane Irvin.

We are joined by Mudlick Valley Raceway promoter, Jaimie Mullins, to preview their 2023 season. Cole Cooper joins the show.

We discuss the upcoming season at Kentucky's newest dirt track in Corbin, KY. Derrick Meadors and Raymond Fuson join the show.

LOLMDS, WoO Late Models, UMP Summer Nationals, Iron-Man Series. A late model fan’s dream season is on tap at two of our area tracks. Brian Abner joins us to discuss these events and more during our 2023 Season Preview podcast tomorrow night. Hobby Stock driver Craig Stykes joins the show. 

Here's your chance to meet the new owners of Rockcastle Speedway and hear about the plans. Plus, Collin Watson and Zane Powell join the show. 

The second hour of our conversation with Jason Keltner and Chris Tilley, discussing their time with the Battle of the Bluegrass DirtCar Series. 

The first hour of our conversation with Jason Keltner and Chris Tilley, discussing their time with the Battle of the Bluegrass DirtCar Series. 

The inaugural Battle of the Bluegrass DirtCar Series Champion Eddie Carrier Jr and 2005 series co-champion Tim Tungate join the podcast. Along with former BoB Series announcer and the current voice of the Valvoline Ironman Late Model Series, Michael Despain. 

Two of the greats in our sport join us to talk about their days following the BoB Series, heated battles throughout their younger years, their friendship today, and so much more. Hour 2.

Two of the greats in our sport join us to talk about their days following the BoB Series, heated battles throughout their younger years, their friendship today, and so much more. Hour 1.

James discusses phone booths, landlines, and answering machines. Peckerwood Grocery at Ponderosa Speedway. More stories of temper tantrums at BoB events. Col. Sanders and Mitch McConnell going to high school together. UK and IU Basketball. Nick Saban. We covered it all.

James discusses the difficulties of series’ and tracks keeping staff. The tracks, many now closed, which made up the BoB schedule. He also fields some fan questions. "Oilgate" at the DTWC. The gang discusses every possible BoB Series driver they could think of. Walking cains being thrown on the track and doors being torn off the hinges. Why did the series go away? More discussion on the possibilit...

James Essex joins the podcast to talk about the early days of the BoB Series. How did it all begin? He discuss some of the good and bad about series co-founder, Spencer Wilson. The 2004 awards banquet and bounced checks debacle. What made the series so special? The guys discuss memories of early Battle of the Bluegrass events.

Tune in to see if your favorite driver wins one of our prestigious end of season awards! With awards such as "Most Likely to Win The Kentucky Derby" and "Best Appearing Beard", we promise this is a show you don't want to miss. Plus, AJ Hicks joins the show to help us preview the Pro Late Model National Championship this weekend at Willard Speedway. This will be the final podcast for the 2022 seaso...

With the race season already wrapped up at most area tracks, Josh and Wes look back on the first season of the podcast. Plus, a preview of the season finale at Lake Cumberland Speedway. Jeff Watson joins the show.

The latest on Randy Jones and some ways you can help. A review of Florence Speedway's Fall 50, a preview of this weekend's Bluegrass Nationals and more!

KDRA Super Stock driver, Steven Harp, joins us to talk about winning his first feature event this past weekend at Rockcastle Speedway. We catch up with 2022 Valvoline Iron-Man Late Model Series Champion, Michael Chilton. Is it ever a good idea to publicly criticize a race track? A preview of this weekend's events at Florence Speedway, Thunder Mountain Speedway, and Willard Speedway.

Josh and Wes discuss the tragic death of National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame announcer, Rick Eshelman. The challenge of successfully pleasing both fans and drivers. More details about the Dirt Racing in the Bluegrass Region Championships and the upcoming weekend's events.

We have two major events coming up this weekend to preview on our podcast. The Crowning of the Kings Weekend will feature $10,000 to win main events for both the Compacts and Sport Mods this weekend at Florence Speedway. Jody Shannon and the defending champion of The King of Compacts, Brandon Gibson, Jr., will join us to preview this event. Ponderosa Speedway in Junction City, KY has their biggest...

We discuss some misconceptions about race tracks and money. The difficulty of promoters pleasing both fans and drivers. A major announcement that will benefit the future of local racing here in Central Kentucky. Plus, Elliott Despain joins the show.

We discuss several recent hot topics in our sport, including the current state of super late model racing and the impact of streaming on local events. Open wheel modified driver Ben Petrey joins the podcast.