Best Brian Lohnes Podcasts (2024)

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Line Locked Episode 29 (Brian Lohnes) NHRA Insider and Dork-o-Motive 1:00:43

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Send us a Text Message. This week we are graced with the presents of the one and only Brian Lohnes. It say it was an honor to have him come on and chat would be an understatement. We talk about how he generates ideas for his podcasting, NHRA safety, NHRA policy, and lots of back and forth about general drag racing topics. Be sure to hit that like b…

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6.29 Sleepless in Seattle and Surging Toward Sonoma 48:53

9h ago48:53

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In this monologue style episode of the NHRA Insider host Brian Lohnes gets your caught up on the major stories coming out of the Northwest Nationals and leading right into this weekend's Denso Sonoma Nationals. A hectic travel week means that the whole sport is on the move. There are many observations from Pacific Raceways that could translate to t…

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6.28 The Insiders Prep You For A Trip To The Northwest Nationals 56:51

5h ago56:51

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Tony Pedregon to talk all things NHRA Northwest Nationals. The race this weekend will be unique, featuring Friday night late evening qualifying to really kick things off and great weather is forecasted throughout. There are awesome storylines, and the…

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Line Locked Episode 28 (Shane and Joe) Straight Axle Mafia. Live Recording from Beech Bend Raceway 28:07

10d ago28:07

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Send us a Text Message. The last live recording from the Nostalgia Nationals 2024 Beech Bend Raceway. Our guests were Shane Lile and Joe Bridges. Really fun time! If you liked what you watched, a share would also be appreciated. Thanks Joe and Shane!!By Line Locked

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6.27 Josh Hart Talks About His Top Fuel Struggle And The Insiders Deep Dive Play NHRA 1:04:06

4d ago1:04:06

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast top fuel team owner and driver Josh Hart joins host Brian Lohnes to discuss the work, the struggles, the commitments, and the challenges his team has faced and how they are going to overcome them. This is a fascinating and in-depth look into the harder side of the top fuel world. Beyond the accolades, the…

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Line Locked Episode 27 (Mike Bilina) 56 Chevy Wheelstander 18:22

16d ago18:22

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talked with Mike Bilina, the wheel man of the green 56 Chevy wheel stander that is famous for putting it on the bumper and still sending it down the track with a sub 10 second et. Very fun interview, loved every minute of it.By Line Locked

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Line Locked Episode 24 (Brian Todd) Muscle Model A 39:11

22d ago39:11

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talked with Brian Todd. Renown wheel man and wheel stander. He tells us the real cost of doing something cool, what the actual year his model A is, and the truth behind whose fault the wheel stand really was. Plus a side bet! Enjoy. Thanks for watching, please be sure to like, subscribe, and give us a comment do…

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6.26 Brian Corradi and Aaron Brooks Talk Winning Norwalk, The Challenges Ahead 53:13

11d ago53:13

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by a pair of winning crew chiefs. Up first it is Brian Corradi who leads Antron Brown's team in their tuning efforts and works with one of the most longstanding and respected groups of minds in the sport. Corradi talks about the challenges of Norwalk and…

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6.25 An Insider's Insight Into The Virginia Nationals and A Big One On Tap At Norwalk 37:28

18d ago37:28

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On this monologue style episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast, host Brian Lohnes will take you through the Virginia Nationals, provide the available information on the condition of John Force after his crash, and get ready you ready for the huge upcoming weekend at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. The NHRA Virginia Nationals…

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Line Locked Episode 25 (Jessica Lile) Straight Axle Mafia 32:14

29d ago32:14

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Send us a Text Message. First time, filmed in front of a live audience, the Line Locked Podcast interviews Jessica Lile. Driver of the Sammich Maker Tri Five Gasser. Racing with the Straight Axle Mafia family, we talk about her first time on the track, some racing stragedy, and arts and crafts. Be sure to like and subscribe! Thanks for watching. Em…

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6.24 Jianna Evaristo Talks Pro Stock Motorcyle and The Insiders Talk Boiling Hot Virginia 56:25

24d ago56:25

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Jianna Evaristo joins host Brian Lohnes to talk about her final round appearance at the recent Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals and Tony Pedregon joins to talk about what will be a sweltering weekend at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals. Evaristo rode one of the best races of her career in Bristol and it wa…

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6.23 JR Todd and Clay Millican Talk Bristol's Challenges, Seasons Promise 57:08

1M ago57:08

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Host Brian Lohnes is joined by Funny Car ace JR Todd and Top Fuel handler Clay Millican on this episode of the NHRA Insider. The three talk about the challenges, triumphs, and heartaches of the Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol and then what lay ahead for racers at Virginia Motorsports Park along with the rest of the season. The conversations are…

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6.22 The Insiders Recap Epping and Talk A Smooth New Bristol Surface 1:03:53

1M ago1:03:53

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster host Brian Lohnes is joined by Tony Pedregon and National Dragster's Kevin McKenna to talk about the amazing 2024 New England Nationals and look forward to this weekend's Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway. The Epping race was an action packed contest with sold out crowd…

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6.21 Dickie Venables and Tony Pedregon Talk Winning Epping and Epic Conditions 1:05:28

2M ago1:05:28

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster host Brian Lohnes is joined by Dickie Venables, the crew chief for back-to-back 2024 winner Matt Hagan. Dickie and Matt also have four wins at New England Dragway and are the winningest funny car tandem in the history of the New England Nationals. Dickie talks about the trickiness o…

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6.20 Gaige Herrera and Dallas Glenn Talk Chicago, Epping, and The Future 50:57

2M ago50:57

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster host Brian Lohnes is joined by Chicago winners Gaige Herrera and Dallas Glenn. Two competitors cut from the same cloth, they talk about the mechanics of winning, how the competition is tight, and how they are both looking toward the future in their seasons and careers. Gaige joins t…

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6.19 Blowin' Into The Windy City - Ashley and Pedregon Talk Top Fuel and Route 66 Nationals 1:15:18

2M ago1:15:18

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster host Brian Lohnes is joined by Top Fuel points leader Justin Ashley and NHRAonFOX Analyst Tony Pedregon for two wildly different discussions about racing, Chicago, and the 2024 season. Justin Ashley is riding a huge wave of success so far in 2024 and his team is in command of the po…

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Line Locked Episode 24 (The Blood Brothers) We talk the 2024 Race Season! 24:42

2M ago24:42

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we talk about the upcoming race season. AND we are taking the show on the road! LETS GOOOO!By Line Locked

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6.18 An Early Season Check In With Daniel Wilkerson and Andrew Hines 52:17

2M ago52:17

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster host Brian Lohnes is joined by rookie nitro funny car driver Daniel Wilkerson and multi-time champion rider turned Vance and Hines crew chief Andrew Hines. The two guys have unique perspective on the 2024 season and they share it in these conversations. For Dan Wilkerson, it has bee…

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6.17 The FULL Insider Story of The Great Charlotte Intake Manifold Controversy 39:20

2M ago39:20

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On this monologue style episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast, host Brian Lohnes takes you step by step through the crazy happenings on Saturday at the Charlotte 4-Wide Nationals involving Bob Tasca's team, the tech department, and what was determined to be an illegal intake manifold. It is a story with some interesting twists and turns, some truly b…

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6.16 The NHRA Insiders ON FIRE Before Charlotte 4-Wide 52:57

3M ago52:57

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On this high-octane episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast, host Brian Lohnes is joined by National Dragster's Phil Burgess and Tony Pedregon to talk about the electric running of the Las Vegas 4-Wide Nationals as well as the upcoming Carolina 4-Wide Nationals this week. The conversation ranges from driver performances, driver attitudes, what a hole s…

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Line Locked Episode 23 (Ryan and Chip) Tailgate Throwdown Race 1:17:58

3M ago1:17:58

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talk with the race promoter Ryan Wing. April 27th, 2024 Ryan is putting on The Tailgate Throwdown. This is a truck-only race that has blown out expectations to this point in interest alone. We can't thank Ryan enough for all that he has done to make this race a future success. You can find more about The Throwdo…

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6.15 Jasmine Salinas, Bob Tasca, and Del Worsham Talk Command and Control Post Vegas Powered by Speedmaster 57:31

3M ago57:31

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Jasmine Salinas, Bob Tasca, and Del Worsham to discuss the Las Vegas 4-Wide Nationals, growth, strategy, and how great teams get their cars back on track. Jasmine Salinas is the first guest on the show and a great conversation ensues about her early period in Top Fuel, what…

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6.14 The Insider Recap of Phoenix, Paul Lee on Funny Car Success, and A Vegas Preview 45:15

3M ago45:15

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, funny car ace Paul Lee joins host Brian Lohnes to talk about the rapid growth of performance and success his team has experienced under the leadership of John Medlen and Jonnie Lindberg, how well Phoenix went before a mechanical problem, and what his outlook is for the rest of the NHRA sea…

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6.13 The Insiders Convene To Talk Phoenix and Early Results 1:05:12

3M ago1:05:12

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This week on the NHRA Insider, Tony Pedregon and Kevin McKenna of NHRA National Dragster join host Brian Lohnes for a wide-ranging discussion on the early season, well, very early season results we have seen so far in NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing, what the seemingly beautiful Phoenix weekend could look like, and who's trying to emerge from the pa…

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6.12 A Hail-acious Pomona Recap and Phoenix Primer With Travis Shumake and Lyle Barnett Powered By Speedmaster 59:10

4M ago59:10

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes recaps an insane Lucas Oil Winternationals and is then joined by Travis Shumake who will make his Top Fuel career debut in Phoenix and Lyle Barnett who will make his Arizona drag racing debut at the same event as the pro mods will be competing in the desert for the first …

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6.11 Two Drivers, 11 Championships - Steve Torrence and Jeg Coughlin Jr Dive Deep! Powered By Speedmaster 1:07:56

4M ago1:07:56

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Steve Torrence and Jeg Coughlin Jr to talk about not only the start of the 2024 Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing Series but their careers, their approach to drag racing, and how the mental aspect of this sport is its most towering challenge. For Steve T…

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6.10 Austin Prock and A Post Gainesville Breakdown To End 'Em All! 45:09

4M ago45:09

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Amalie Oil Gatornationals funny car runner up Austin Prock to discuss his weekend and his rapid rise to funny car stardom. There's also a class by class breakdown and analysis of the action from the Gators and what it means for the NHRA Mission Foods …

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Line Locked Episode 22 (Todd and Jenny) Go Cart Racing! 1:10:53

4M ago1:10:53

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talk with Todd and Jenny about competitive go-cart racing. We knew nothing going into this conversation and learned a lot! It was a fun and funny conversation that I think you will enjoy! Join us in NHRA Drag Racing Bracket Bonanza! Link to join - https://dragracebracketbonanza.com/ League Invite -The invite cod…

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6.9 Go Time - The Insiders Talk Gainesville And The 2024 Season Ahead 1:10:38

4M ago1:10:38

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It's Gainesville week! On this show host Brian Lohnes is joined by NHRAonFox Analyst Tony Pedregon and the two go in-depth looking at the upcoming Amalie Oil Gatornationals as well as the full 2024 Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season to come. The conversation is wide ranging and travels from class to class with a heavy concentration on top fuel…

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Line Locked Episode 21 (Dina Parise) Pro Mod Driver 1:05:07

5M ago1:05:07

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talked with Dina Parise about her interesting life going from a professional figure skater (not a typo) to a NHRA Pro Mod Driver. Join us for this fun (and funny) episode! Make sure you check out all of Dina's socials and charities. Links below. Hello Georgious Cancer Charity: https://www.hellogorgeous.org/ Face…

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6.8 The Florida Men Cometh - Josh Hart and Dave Richards Talk 2024 44:51

5M ago44:51

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This episode of the NHRA Insider concentrates on two fascinating story lines developing in the home state of the Amalie Oil Gatornationals. Josh Hart and Dave Richards are at their center and both men join host Brian Lohnes on this episode of the show. For Josh Hart 2023 was a string of disappoints following a shining moment at the Gators when he w…

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Line Locked Episode 20 (Larry Harlen) Blown Big Block Anglia 1:06:56

5M ago1:06:56

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talk with Larry Harlen, owner and driver of a Blown Big Block Anglia. Larry talks about his 55 Chevy, 85 and 02 Firebird (Jerry Bickle Race car), and lastly his jaw dropping Anglia. Also have NPK news, a track that gets a second chance, and of course a TikTock tragedy. Make sure you like, comment, and subscribe.…

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4.3 The Greatest Race You've Never Heard Of: A History of Bahamas Speed Week 1954-1966 1:06:13

5M ago1:06:13

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Every winter for 13 years between 1954 and 1966 the greatest sports cars as well as the greatest sports car drivers in the world would gather in the Bahamas for what may well have been the coolest racing event in history. 10 days of partying, racing, hanging out on the beach, and enjoying life with some of the world's greatest stars is just as awes…

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Line Locked Episode 19 (Kevin Schweizer) Sick Week Experience 1:05:34

5M ago1:05:34

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talk to Kevin about his week drag racing in Florida. Sick Week 2024. Thank you Auto Rod Corporation for the giveaway. Be sure you let us know your answers. Email us at linelockedpodcast(at)gmail.com Thanks for watching. Be sure to link, comment and subscribe. Share it with a friend if you really like it!…

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6.7 Jonnie Lindberg Talks Funny Car Tuning and Leah Pruett Talks All-Star Callout Craziness! 37:50

5M ago37:50

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, Jonnie Lindberg and Leah Pruett join host Brian Lohnes to talk about their pre-season testing successes and what's coming for Gainesville, which could be a watershed weekend for both of them. For Jonnie Lindberg, he has the shot of a lifetime as a young crew chief. Working along side John Medlen in tunin…

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4.2 The Wild History Of INDOOR Drag Racing In Chicago During The 1960s! 36:41

5M ago36:41

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During three winters in the 1960s, hot rodders in Chicago had the unique opportunity to do something no one has been able to do before or since. They went drag racing indoors. The didn't just do it once or twice, they did it weekly. How? Where? Why? Who put it together? The story actually begins in the 1930s and the indoor drag strip followed go ka…

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Line Locked Episode 18(Broc Proter) Beech Bend Raceway 59:14

6M ago59:14

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6.5 Lyle Barnett Talks Full Time Pro Mod in '24 - Justin Ashley Talks SCAG, Strategy, and Success 46:23

5M ago46:23

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast re-minted full-time Pro Mod racer Lyle Barnett and top fuel Ace Justin Ashley join host Brian Lohnes to talk off-season moves, big expectations for 2024, and how, as individuals, they plan on making a measurable impact on the upcoming season. Lyle Barnett had a whirlwind of an off-season. Initially tagged…

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4.1 Drag Racing's Darkest Day: The 1969 Yellow River Drag Strip Disaster 1:07:30

5M ago1:07:30

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In early March of 1969, the single worst disaster in the history of American motorsports took place at a small, virtually unknown drag strip in rural Georgia. Yellow River Drag Strip was the scene of horror as a funny car flew off the racing surface and into the unprotected crowd. A dozen people died and scores were injured. In this episode of the …

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Line Locked Episode 17 (Ryan Wing) Tailgate Throwdown / Street Car Chronicles. 1:10:02

6M ago1:10:02

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Line Locked Episode 16 (Chris Crable) Blew By You 56 Gasser 1:07:53

6M ago1:07:53

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talk with Chris Crable, the owner of Blew By You 56 Gasser. One of our favorite gassers ever built. First we talk about Chris' history in the sport, all the cool cars he has collected over the years, and then about the meat and potatoes, Blew By You. Howd he get it? Is he running it down the strip? What kind of …

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6.4 Eddie Krawiec Talks About Getting Off The Motorcycle 55:48

6M ago55:48

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On this episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast host Brian Lohnes dives into the big news of the Pro Stock Motorcycle category of the last week with four time champion and 49 time race winner Eddie Krawiec. National Dragster Senior Editor Kevin McKenna also joins the show to talk about motorcycles along with other brewing NHRA stories. In this candid c…

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Line Locked Episode 15 (SICK WEEK PREP - Kevin Schweizer) 45:32

6M ago45:32

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6.3 Funny Car: The Next Generaton - Daniel Wilkerson and Austin Prock Talk 2024, More 56:40

6M ago56:40

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If the Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing Series off-season comes in waves, consider this the second one, and it's the central focus of this episode of the NHRA Insider. Host Brian Lohnes has Daniel Wilkerson, the newly minted driver of the SCAG Power Equipment Ford Mustang, and Austin Prock, the even newer named driver of the Cornwell Tools, AAA, John…

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Line Locked Episode 14 (Levi Vandenberg) 57:38

6M ago57:38

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talked with Levi Vandenberg! Winner of the Pro 7.0 NDRL Fall Classic 2024! Cool story about a younger racer overcoming obstacles, winning rounds, cashing checks, and grabbing trophies. It was a fun conversation that we think you will enjoy! If you want to contact the show, email us a linelockedpodcast@gmail.com …

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6.2 Schumacher and Wendland Tell All On Team Building, Sponsorships, More 58:17

6M ago58:17

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On this fired up episode of the NHRA Insider host Brian Lohnes talks with Shawn Reed Racing crew chief Rob Wendland and JCM Top Fuel pilot Tony Schumacher about a multitude of behind the scenes topics in professional drag racing. Wendland talks about the massive undertaking of getting a new Top Fuel operation off the ground. From the literal nuts a…

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Line Locked Episode 13 (Rich Cancato) Auto Rod Corporation (Formally Controls) 1:02:51

7M ago1:02:51

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Send us a Text Message. This week we talked with Rich from Auto Rod Corporation about race and street car wiring and controls. It was a lot of fun. Be sure to check them out at: https://www.autorod.net/ NJ Location 732-851-5095 MA Location 774-417-6542 Email us at LineLockedPodcast(at)gmail.com Thanks for watching! Show Notes: News Roland “ The Fly…

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6.1 2024 Is ON - The Insiders Talk Ownership Controversies, Passing of Legends and More 45:13

7M ago45:13

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On this first 2024 episode of the NHRA Insider Podcast host Brian Lohnes is joined by Tony Pedregon to talk about the news of the last couple of weeks, the passing of legends like Don Schumacher and Roland Leong, the wild news about JCM Racing, the new SCAG factory drag racing team, and a whole lot more. What is normally a quiet stretch of time bet…

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Line Locked Episode 12 (Shane Lile) Straight Axle Mafia 1:13:42

7M ago1:13:42

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Line Locked Episode 11 (Brandon Smith Smith Chassis and Metalworks) 54:42

7M ago54:42

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Send us a Text Message. News Hoosier Racing Tire, the world’s largest manufacturer of racing tires, has been named the Coolest Thing Made in Indiana by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce “We are very honored and humbled to receive the award for the Coolest Thing Made in Indiana contest,” said Joerg Burfien, President and CEO of Hoosier Racing Tire. “T…

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