The Balance

We’re coming to you live from the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway for Brickyard 400 weekend! In partnership with SpeedwayDigest.com, Tom Marquis breaks down all the NASCAR action—starting with the Xfinity Series Pennzoil 250 on Saturday, July 26th. Who’s heating up on the IMS road course? Then, it’s all eyes on the big show: the Brickyard 400 returns to the oval on Sunday, July 27th. Get ins...

On this episode of The Balance, Tom Marquis and Adam Jivden pays tribute to the one and only Hulk Hogan—reliving unforgettable moments, sharing fun facts, and reflecting on the Immortal One’s impact on wrestling and pop culture. Then it’s time to hit the gridiron, as NFL training camps open around the league. Who’s shining early? Who’s holding out? Tom breaks it all down. We wrap up with a midsumm...

ime for The Balance! Host Tom Marquis teams up with Tony Donahue (The Tony D Podcast & YouTube’s Unverified) to break down a fast-paced week in motorsports and sports culture. 🏁 First, we recap the Iowa Speedway Duals—from Pato O’Ward’s milestone win to Álex Palou’s 7th victory of the season—and how it shakes up the 2025 INDYCAR standings. Then it's go time in Toronto, where drivers hit the w...

Tom Marquis hosts a dynamic convo with Tony Donahue (from the TonyD Podcast & YouTubes Unverified) as they dive into the first-ever NTT INDYCAR SERIES doubleheader at Iowa Speedway. Ahead of the July 12 & 13 races, they unpack the implications of the repave, tire management, hybrid engines, and breakout contenders. NTT INDYCAR SERIES drivers take on the high-banked short oval for the first...

This week on The Balance, your host welcomes NFL insider and Philadelphia Eagles beat writer Ed Kracz. From the latest OTA whispers in Philly and across the league, to shocking developments in the NFL's collusion ruling and front office shakeups, it's a jam-packed 30 minutes. We talk Colts, Kelce, contract drama, and Tight End University with a surprise Taylor Swift twist. Become a supporter of th...

This week on The Balance, your host Tom Marquis catches up with Steve Wilson, Editor-in-Chief of Speedway Digest and our official NASCAR contributor. We break down the action-packed Xfinity and Cup races at Pocono, dive into the heated fallout between Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Carson Hocevar after the Mexico City clash, and preview what's ahead for the Quaker State 400 in Atlanta this June 28. Strat...

It’s Game 7 — and everything is on the line. Host Tom Marquis is joined by guest Adam Jivden to break down the action between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder. From the keys to victory, and hot takes, to deep cuts on the Pacers’ ABA legacy and what’s at stake for both rising franchises, no topic is off-limits. Will Haliburton rise to the moment? Can SGA carry OKC into the Finals? And i...

On this week’s NASCAR segment, your host Tom Marquis catches up with Steve Wilson, Editor-in-Chief of Speedway Digest and our official NASCAR contributor, to break down all the action from Mexico City! We recap Daniel Suárez’s emotional Xfinity Series victory on home soil and dive deep into the DraftKings top picks for today’s Viva México 250 at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. From Shane van Gisberg...

Welcome to The Balance! Host Tom Marquis returns and sits down with special guest Tony Donahue of the Tony D Podcast and YouTube series UNVERIFIED to talk all things fast and furious—on the hardwood and the oval.we shift gears to INDYCAR at World Wide Technology Raceway, where Scott Dixon makes his record-breaking 408th career start. Can Team Penske or Chip Ganassi Racing continue their dominance...

The Balance returns with a bang! Your host Tom Marquis is back on the mic and joined by longtime friend of the show and the ultimate prognosticator Adam Jividen — Superfan of the Cavs, Buckeyes, Guardians, and all things clutch. We break down Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Finals as the Thunder storm back to tie it up 2–2, thanks to a legendary closing effort by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Can the Pacers bou...

On this Saturday drop of The Balance, your host Tom Marquis catches up with Steve Wilson, Editor-in-Chief of SpeedwayDigest.com, live from Nashville ahead of Xfinity Series qualifying. They break down all the action happening this weekend in NASCAR’s Nashville takeover, from the Xfinity Series to the Cup Series. Plus, a full recap of last week’s drama-filled Indianapolis 500 — and maybe even the s...

Your host Tom Marquis checks in live from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Media Center with Derick Vance of the Push to Pass Podcast just before the green flag drops on what’s shaping up to be a wild 109th Indianapolis 500. From driver drama to unpredictable weather and all the key storylines, it’s the ultimate preview from two racing minds who live and breathe open-wheel action. Don’t miss this i...

In this high-octane episode, your host Tom Marquis catches up with Tony Donohue of The Tony D Podcast and Unverified to break down all the drama from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. From the rain delay to the green flag, it’s all here — including the Team Penske scandal that sent two of their top drivers to the rear of the field. Penalties, controversy, and raw speed — we’ve got it covered. Buckl...

On this episode, your host Tom Marquis catches up with the one and only Adam Jividen — die-hard fan of the Buckeyes, Browns, Cavs, and Guardians, and one of the sharpest voices in sports podcasting. They dive into the unexpected twists of the NBA Conference Finals, with the Knicks vs. Pacers in the East and OKC vs. Minnesota battling in the West. Plus, a quick lap around the excitement and delays...

Every year during Indy 500 qualifying weekend, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway becomes more than just a racetrack — it becomes sacred ground for honoring service and sacrifice. In a powerful swearing-in ceremony, young Americans pledge their commitment to the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and National Reserves, continuing a legacy deeply rooted in the Speedway’s history. Held on Mem...

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We’re coming in HOT with a special Monday drop! Your host Tom Marquis is Joined by Tony Donohue of The Tony D Podcast and unverified on YouTube, we dive into Alex Palou’s absolute dominance—his fourth win in five starts this 2025 IndyCar season on the IMS road course. We break it all down and gear up for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 just two weeks away. Plus, the Pacers are in the thi...

It’s a Saturday drop, and we’re catching up with our partner in crime, Adam Jividen — super Cavs, Buckeyes, and Guardians fan, and one of the sharpest minds in the game. We dive deep into the NBA Finals drama, preview a pivotal Game 3 between the Cavs and Pacers, and break down the full NBA landscape. Big takes, bold predictions, and a whole lotta fun — stick around, it's about to get good. #NBAFi...

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Join us for an exclusive post-draft breakdown with Ed Kracz, Philadelphia Eagles beat writer for SI.com and Official NFL Contributor. We delve into the pivotal moments of the 2025 NFL Draft, examining how the Eagles, Colts, and Browns navigated their selections and what it means for their upcoming seasons. From unexpected slides to strategic picks, we cover the draft's biggest surprises and assess...

It’s time for The Balance Saturday Drop3! Your host Tom Marquis catches up with Derik Vance from the Push to Pass Podcast as we continue the conversation from Drop1. This week, it’s all about open testing at #IMS as May fast approaches! 🏎️ We dive into the new Hybrid Era of #IndyCar and what this exciting new chapter means for the future. Every lap, every test session—it's all leading us closer to...