Herm & Schrader

The man, the myth, the legend...Cleetus McFarland is the latest guest on Kenny Conversation! Kenny and Cleetus dive headfirst into just about everything —from the controversial (yes, they’re talking about the decline of Mountain Dew) to the hilarious (Kenny’s performance in the Freedom 500 gets put under the microscope), and everything in between. Expect laughs, cameos, and plenty of unexpected ta...

This week on Herm & Schrader, Herm's back and we've got lots to catch up on.  Chicagoland Speedway is back too, with an explosive return over 4th of July weekend capped off by two great finishes. Will this be a one-off revival, or could Chicagoland make a return appearance to the schedule in 2027?  Toyota continued its domination of the Cup Series with Chase Briscoe's first win of the season - the...

This week, Kenny Conversation features a pair of childhood friends reconnecting after a long time apart. Kenny Wallace and Terry Phillips grew up together at race tracks around Missouri, with Kenny learning from his brother Rusty, and Terry being under the tutelage of his father Larry. Now, both of their mentors are solidified in the NASCAR Hall of Fame, as Larry was finally elected this year afte...

Kenny Wallace is feeling a little under the weather, but don’t worry—the reliever is in! Rick Mast steps back into the booth alongside Schrader to break down all the action from Sonoma. And yes… surprise, surprise—SVG is back in victory lane yet again, delivering another masterclass with his signature fancy footwork on full display. The fellas debate what his win means and what we can learn from i...

In this Kenny Conversation, which originally aired on January 17, 2024, defending Cup Series Champion Ryan Blaney joins Kenny to discuss his rise through the ranks of NASCAR. Ryan shares stories of his upbringing and how both his father and grandfather left indelible marks on his childhood. Now a very successful driver for a powerhouse organization in Team Penske, Ryan and Kenny talk about his des...

With Herm on vacation this week, we've brought in our ace reliever, Rick Mast, to break down all things San Diego with Schrader. With young talent Corey Heim securing the win, is it too early to start predicting his future Cup Series success? The weekend at Naval Base Coronado was a perfect celebration of racing and patriotism, so could a return trip be on deck for 2027? And after another win in t...

You’ve heard her on Door Bumper Clear & Rare Breeds, but now you get the full story! Karsyn Elledge joins Kenny Wallace this week for a fun conversation about racing, life, and growing up as part of the most famous family in racing. She explains the family dynamic of being both an Earnhardt and an Elledge, and how her relationship with Dale Jr. has evolved over the years. Karsyn has done basically...

Herm & Schrader are back home and trying to figure out if anyone can beat Denny Hamlin or Justin Allgaier? The Cup Series had another sellout at Pocono... and the fellas debate if NASCAR's ability to shift the race start time was influenced by broadcasting on a streaming platform like Amazon Prime. NASCAR heads west to San Diego this weekend, what can we expect from an entirely new road course? Pl...

Kenny Wallace caused some controversy regarding the Nashville Fairgrounds, and now he's explaining himself to legendary motorsports journalist Matt Weaver! Weaver joins the show to discuss what's really going on with the historic racetrack and its future as a potential NASCAR venue. There are forces in Nashville that would like to see the track torn down, and old school racing purists are fighting...

With Denny Hamlin securing his 63rd Cup Series win and tying Kyle Busch on the all-time wins list, the fellas revisit Hamlin's rumored retirement plans. Could 2026 finally be Denny's year for a title, or is he just keeping the seat warm for Brent Crews? Carson Hocevar continues to be a fan-favorite, but is he burning too many bridges with his competitors? With speeds over 210 miles per hour at Mic...

Jamey Flannery was a winning off-road truck racer, who thought he was invincible until a dramatic health scare forced him to reconsider his life's priorities. Now a very successful businessman, Flannery has scaled his endeavors at such a rapid pace, he occasionally struggles to manage it all. Hear how he learned racing from the likes of Jimmie Johnson and Walker Evans. The Wisconsin native also op...

Did we just witness one of the greatest Cup races of all time this weekend at Nashville? The fellas share their opinions. With the 2026 season reaching the halfway mark, silly season rumors are starting to swirl...who could we see swap rides for next season? Justin Allgaier is dominating the O'Reilly Series this year and just might be rethinking his retirement plans. Wallace shares his perspective...

Originally airing on March 6, 2024, motorsports fans won’t want to miss this episode as Kenny Wallace talks with X-Games legend Brian Deegan. This episode is an honest, high-energy conversation about racing, risk, family, and building a motorsports and content empire. Brian opens up about his path from freestyle motocross pioneer to off-road racing icon, the sacrifices behind the fame, and what it...

This week on Herm & Schrader, we wrap up an emotional weekend with the guys' thoughts on Kyle Busch and how he was honored around the world.  And fittingly, we get to break down what may go down as two of the most competitive Indy 500s and Coca-Cola 600s we have seen.  The guys also talk about the weekend's tough weather situation and how NASCAR navigated that to get each National Series race comp...

You might think you know Rick Allen from his time in the TV booth, but you probably don’t know everything. He was the golden voice in NASCAR for over 20 years, but there’s a lot more to his story. From being a champion decathlete who almost made the Olympics to serving as the voice of Nebraska football, and also being a renowned woodworker who built his own house, Rick Allen is full of surprises....

With Ken Schrader off racing in the remote corners of Canada, Alan and Kenny Wallace fill in the gaps and recap the All-Star weekend at Dover. With Denny Hamlin securing his 2nd All-Star race win, the fellas discuss how Hamlin's been able to peak his performance during the end of his career. Wallace gives a passionate rant about what worked for Dover's All-Star debut, and what didn't. Alan thinks...

Kenny Wallace catches up with the winner of the 2000 NAPA 500 at Atlanta, Jerry Nadeau! They discuss his unlikely rise from a grassroots upbringing in karting in the Northeast to becoming a NASCAR Cup Series winner. Jerry's career could best be described as "snake-bitten" with his highs and lows playing out in dramatic fashion, including a vicious 2003 crash at Richmond that abruptly ended his rac...

Herm & Schrader are back from Kyle Petty's Charity Ride Across America and give us the highlights from the racing action this weekend.  Shane van Gisbergen continues to chase history following another road course win at Watkins Glen. The fellas get into a spirited debate discussing if it's harder to get into good equipment and deal with immediate expectations to perform, compared to starting in le...

With so much NASCAR electric vehicle speculation going on lately, Kenny Wallace figured it was time to seek out an expert. Mike Ege was a long-time engine builder for the likes of Rusty Wallace & Mark Martin. He details how an electric motor would work in NASCAR and the many challenges it could create. How far away is the technology from being viable in premier motorsports? Plus, Ege and Kenny sha...

Steve O’Donnell needs new business cards because after 31 years working in NASCAR, he’s now the man in charge after being named CEO last week! O’Donnell explains how he got his start in business and NASCAR, working his way from the bottom all the way to the top. Where did the sport make mistakes along the way and how can NASCAR get back to the good ol’ days? O’Donnell details why things were done...

This week, Herm & Schrader tackle all the big issues.  Carson Hocevar won his first career Cup race at Talladega and everyone is asking the question, could Carson be the next Intimidator?  Cleetus and Hocevar continue to dominate the headlines, is that a good thing for the sport?  Three first time winners came out of Talladega; might a changing of the guard be on the horizon? And of course, all th...

The Midwest meets the Northeast in this conversation between two NASCAR legends. Tommy Baldwin details his journey from a famous Long Island racing family down to Charlotte to realize his NASCAR dream. As a crew chief, he won some of the biggest races in the world...but why did Baldwin turn down opportunities to work with Mark Martin & Jeff Gordon? Crew chief, team owner, competition director, and...

This week on Herm & Schrader, the guys talk about how Tyler Reddick continues to shred the competition in the NASCAR Cup Series. Carson Kvapil took a tumble in the O'Reilly Series and got out unscathed, so we ask the question: Is motorsports still dangerous?  The ladies showed out in the ARCA Menards Series, but are we any closer to a female winner in the Cup Series? Plus, the fellas share their w...

Bob Sargent is one of the best race track promoters in America, and he has such a pulse on all aspects of racing that we had to talk with him for a second time! Sargent discusses the future of Nashville Fairgrounds and how Dale Earnhardt Jr. helped the cause,driving in the CARS Tour over the weekend in front of a sold-out crowd of about 12,000 fans. Bob talks about the politics of racing and putti...

This week on Herm & Schrader, the fellas break down Ty Gibbs' breakthrough win at Bristol.  Thunder Valley saw three great finishes in each of NASCAR's National Series, but could the spring race's future be in doubt after another lackluster crowd? Speaking of crowds, short tracks across America continue bringing in big groups of fans, including Nashville Fairgrounds, but is it enough to save the M...