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The Also-Ran Broadcast
The Also-Ran Broadcast is a motorsports podcast dedicated to the racers whose stories are rarely told.
An also-ran is defined as a competitor who finishes a race outside of significance—but behind every finish is a story worth telling. We focus on the hard work, passion, and perseverance that fuel racers, teams, and crews who compete without the spotlight.
This Christian-based podcast honors the grind of racing while glorifying Jesus Christ, aiming to encourage listeners and bring light, hope…
Episodes
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Chrissy Wallace Is a Champion! The Family Story Behind Her 2026 Title
Chrissy Wallace is a champion! In this episode of The Also-Ran Broadcast, we catch up with Chrissy after an incredible 2026 season in the Super Cup Stock Car…
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Tesla’s New Roadster Isn’t New! How Motorsports Did It First
The new Tesla Roadster looks like something out of the future, but the racing world was experimenting with incredible aerodynamic technology decades ago! Derek…
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This Is NOTHING Like American Stock Car Racing! | Andy Jankowiak Takes on BriSCA F1
ARCA race winner Andy Jankowiak joins Derek Nelson and Producer Josh to talk about his trip to England to compete in BriSCA F1 Stock Car Racing at Skegness…
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Andy J Takes on BriSCA F1 Stock Cars! | Our Reaction
Andy J Takes on BriSCA F1 Stock Cars! | Our Reaction Producer Josh brings host Derek along for a reaction to Andy Jankowiak's trip across the pond to compete…
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Is 15-Year-Old Everett Larson the Next NASCAR Star? | Legends Car Driver Interview
What does the future of NASCAR look like from the perspective of a 15-year-old racer? In this episode of The Also-Ran Broadcast, we sit down with Everett…
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NASCAR Has a Tough Guy Problem… | The Also-Ran Broadcast
Derek Nelson and Producer Josh are back for an unscripted episode of The Also-Ran Broadcast. After a break from recording, the guys catch up on what they've…
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Get Hyped! How Mamba Smith’s Passion & Positivity Make NASCAR Better
Mamba Smith is one of the most recognizable and positive personalities in NASCAR—but there’s much more to his story than what fans see on race weekends. On…
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Derek Daly: From Formula 1 to INDYCAR | The Incredible Story Behind Serial Survivor
Derek Daly joins The Also-Ran Broadcast to discuss his incredible journey from Ireland to Formula 1 and INDYCAR, surviving one of motorsport's most terrifying…
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Through the Notepad: Deb Williams on Bobby Hamilton's Impact on NASCAR
Veteran NASCAR journalist Deb Williams joins the Also-Ran Broadcast to remember the life and legacy of Bobby Hamilton. From Bobby's role during Days of Thunder…
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From Nashville Fairgrounds to NASCAR Wins | Chad Chaffin on Bobby Hamilton Racing
Before Chad Chaffin became a NASCAR Truck Series winner, he was another talented racer climbing the ranks at the Nashville Fairgrounds. Then Bobby Hamilton…
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How Bobby Hamilton Created Champions in the Shop | Retired NASCAR Chassis Builder Tim Horton
What was it like to help build Bobby Hamilton Racing into one of NASCAR's top Truck Series teams? Tim Horton joins The Also-Ran Broadcast to share incredible…
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The Untold Story of Bobby Hamilton: NASCAR Hauler Driver Mike Goins Remembers His High School Friend
Former Bobby Hamilton Racing hauler driver Mike Goins shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from one of NASCAR's most respected race teams. Mike reflects…
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Blood, Sweat, & Victory Lane with BHR | David Pepper
David Pepper joins The Also-Ran Broadcast to look back on his years at Bobby Hamilton Racing and the incredible culture Bobby Hamilton built. From…
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Raised to Race: Bobby Hamilton Jr's Incredible Story of His Father
In this special episode of the Also-Ran Broadcast, Bobby Hamilton Jr. shares heartfelt memories of his father, NASCAR winner Bobby Hamilton. From growing up…
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Jesse Iwuji's Love for Top Gear & How He Got on an Episode | Bonus Content Podcast!
This bonus episode features additional conversation with NASCAR driver, entrepreneur, and Navy veteran Jesse Iwuji. Jesse shares stories about his racing…
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IHRA Stock Car Winner Kyle Dudley: Why This Series Changes Everything
Kyle Dudley joins the Also-Ran Broadcast to discuss winning the inaugural IHRA Stock Car Series event and what the new series means for grassroots racers. Kyle…
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Derek Reviews NASCAR Legends Alphabet: Some Driver Choices Are WILD
Producer Josh surprises Derek with a children's book called NASCAR Legends Alphabet, and what starts as a simple alphabet challenge quickly turns into a…
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Cleetus McFarland Changed NASCAR | Mini Tyrrell Weighs In On Cleetus, Dale Jr, & Saving Short Tracks
In this bonus episode, NASCAR Truck Series driver Mini Tyrrell joins us for an honest discussion about Cleetus McFarland's impact on NASCAR and grassroots…
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Kyle Busch's Passing Shocks NASCAR | Rick Houston of 'The Scene Vault' Reflects on Racing Tragedies
Veteran NASCAR journalist and historian Rick Houston joins the show for an emotional conversation about Kyle Busch's passing and the impact it has had on the…
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What's History Worth? Why Greenville Pickens is Worth MORE than Paper & Coin | Tasha Porter Kummer
Tasha Porter Kummer joins the Also-Ran Broadcast to discuss the ongoing fight to save Greenville Pickens Speedway. In this episode, we dive into the history of…
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Al Unser Jr: Faith, Family Legacy, & Indy 500 Glory
2-time Indy 500 champion Al Unser Jr. joins the Also Ran Broadcast for a deep conversation about the Indianapolis 500, the legendary Unser family legacy, Roger…
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Willy T. Ribbs: Indy 500 Trailblazer & Racing Pioneer
Willy T. Ribbs joins the Also Ran Broadcast to share unforgettable stories from one of the most groundbreaking careers in motorsports history. From becoming…
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Chrissy Wallace & Jeremy Mayfield Talk D2 Motorsports Wins, Mentorship & Short Track Racing
Breaking News! Chrissy Wallace joins The Also-Ran Broadcast with special guest Jeremy Mayfield to discuss the hot start for D2 Motorsports, recent victories in…
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Dreaming About Victory Lane at Talladega | Andy Jankowiak's Win for Family
Fresh off a shocking victory at Talladega, Andy Jankowiak joins the show to break down one of the most emotional and unlikely wins in ARCA racing. From a…
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A Dream Come True: Behind the Scenes of Andy Jankowiak's Talladega Victory
What’s it like to be part of a race team that finally breaks through? In this episode, we share the full behind-the-scenes story of Andy Jankowiak’s first ARCA…
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Robert Pressley BONUS: Racing Stories, Family Legacy & Hot Dog Stand Tales
This bonus episode features additional conversation with Robert Pressley, sharing stories that didn’t make the main show. From his roots in short track racing…
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Back to the Short Tracks: Chrissy Wallace's Love for Racing
Chrissy Wallace and Alli Owens join the Also-Ran Broadcast to break down the resurgence of short track racing, share unforgettable stories from their careers…
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Leading by Faith, Not by Sight: Mini Tyrrell's UNBELIEVABLE Journey to NASCAR
Mini Tyrrell joins the show to share his journey from grassroots racing to earning a NASCAR opportunity. He opens up about the struggles of funding a racing…
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Ricky Stenhouse Jr Explains Why Dirt Racers Are Built Different
NASCAR driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr. joins the show for a deep dive into his racing career—from dirt tracks to the NASCAR Cup Series. We talk sprint car racing…
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Pot-Bellied Pigs, Chickens, & Shower Bonnets! The Besties at CGM Take the Broadcast Off The Rails!
Logan Misuraca and Quinn Davis join the show to talk about their journeys into ARCA racing, the realities of building a career in motorsports, and the chaos…
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Alli Owens’ NEW NASCAR Ride for Talladega… Big Announcement 👀
Alli Owens returns to the show with a major update following her impressive run at Daytona. In this episode, she shares the behind-the-scenes story of what…
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Robert Pressley on the NEW IHRA Stock Car Series: Big Rewards, Low Cost Racing Returns
Former NASCAR driver Robert Pressley joins the Also Ran Broadcast to talk about the launch of the IHRA Stock Car Series, where he now serves as Race Control…
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ARCA Team Owner Andy Seuss on Carson Hocevar, Cleetus McFarland at RCR & NASCAR's Approval Process
What is it really like running a small team in the ARCA Menards Series? In this episode of the Also Ran Race Arena podcast, race team owner & birthday boy Andy…
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Brandon Brown: When a Dream Come True Became "Let's Go Brandon"
What really happened to Brandon Brown after the viral “Let’s Go Brandon” moment? In this episode of the Also-Ran Broadcast, Brandon opens up about the…
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From NASCAR Cup Owner to Grassroots Racing Advocate | Archie St. Hilaire of GoFas Racing
Go Fas Racing owner Archie St. Hilaire joins the show to break down what it really takes to run a NASCAR Cup team on a small budget. From funding his racing…
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PEPPER! Who?! You Don't Know Him, But You Should | ThorSport Racing's David Pepper
David Pepper, team manager of ThorSport Racing, joins The Also-Ran Broadcast for an in-depth conversation about his unlikely journey from volunteer to…
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The Garage Mom NASCAR Needs | Alli Owens' New Mission
The Also-Ran Broadcast brings you BREAKING NEWS! Alli Owens joins the Also-Ran Broadcast fresh off her incredible return to racing at Daytona International…
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Still Chasing the Dream: Norm Benning's Wild Racing Journey
NASCAR Truck Series fan favorite Norm Benning joins the Also-Ran Broadcast to share his incredible racing journey — from his dirt track roots and ARCA racing…
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The Family First Formula Behind KLAS Motorsports | Andy Seuss
Andy Seuss joins The Also-Ran Broadcast to share his incredible journey from go-kart racing to a NASCAR Cup Series start, and how setbacks, financial pressure…
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NASCAR Clash Reactions, Andy Jankowiak's Flip & Cleetus McFarland Debate
The NASCAR season is officially underway, and the Clash delivered plenty to talk about. In this episode of the Also-Ran Broadcast, we break down the Clash…
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Navy to NASCAR: How Jesse Iwuji Built a Race Team with Faith
Jesse Iwuji went from serving as a U.S. Navy officer to building his own NASCAR team alongside NFL legend Emmitt Smith. In this powerful episode, Jesse shares…
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Caleb Costner: From Small-Town Roads to NASCAR Tracks
Caleb Costner shares his incredible journey from dirt track racing to ARCA and the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. He breaks down what it takes to build and…
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Alli Owens' NASCAR Comeback: Rejecting Sex Appeal & Fighting Back Into Racing
Alli Owens is back — and this time, she’s got a story to tell. In this powerful episode of The Also-Ran Broadcast, former NASCAR and ARCA driver Alli Owens…
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Corey LaJoie: NASCAR Cup Underdog on the Opportunity That Brought Him Back!
Corey LaJoie is back — and this opportunity changes everything. In this episode of The Also-Ran Broadcast, NASCAR Cup Series driver Corey LaJoie joins us to…
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Faith, Fear, & Fast Cars: NASCAR Team Owner Mike Harmon Opens Up
NASCAR team owner Mike Harmon joins The Also-Ran Broadcast for a powerful, unfiltered conversation about surviving multiple near-death crashes, building a race…
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Stuntman to NASCAR: Racing with Hollywood's Stanton Barrett
From Hollywood stunt work to NASCAR and Trans-Am racing, Stanton Barrett has lived a life at full throttle. 🏁🎬 In this episode of The Also Ran Broadcast…
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The Stories NASCAR Never Tells
What does “ALSO-RAN” really mean in NASCAR? 🏁 In this debut episode of the Also Ran Broadcast, Derek and producer Josh explain the heart behind the show, the…