Best Ugk Podcasts (2024)

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - UGK 1:34:48

16d ago1:34:48

1:34:48

UGK is the first ever group we evaluated on the HCP so we had to call in back up. Our good friend, southern Hip-Hop savant, and UGK historian Seth Goldman joins us to discuss the immortal Pimp C and Bun B.By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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Pinch Hit #3: Adlibs (bow bow bow) 14:13

5d ago14:13

14:13

There's an endless list of 'em....Every rapper today has at least one that seems pre-loaded in their arsenal. In this Pinch Hit, we're talking Adlibs. Here's some of our favorites. Enjoy.By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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Pinch Hit #2: What are Pinch Hit Episodes? 5:09

6d ago5:09

5:09

Our final table setting before we get into the game here. Every few weeks we evaluate a prospect, but in-between those episodes, we wanted to use Pinch Hits to take a look at topics, events, anniversaries, or stories from Hip-Hop & Rap overall. So here's the quick 5 mins answering, what is a pinch hit. Enjoy…

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E-40 1:10:17

14d ago1:10:17

1:10:17

One of the Yay-area's finest; and an emcee whos' style, personality, and lingo are foundational to Hip-Hop. We're leading off our first official season strong with the legend himself; E-40. EnjoyBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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Pinch Hit #1: What is the Hit Cycle Podcast? 13:25

14d ago13:25

13:25

This is the Rosetta Stone of how we built the idea for this podcast. We encourage you to listen to this first so you get the full breakdown of how we took a new approach to talking about music. Enjoy!By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Season Finale 47:18

16d ago47:18

47:18

Pro sports have a draft every year...so we had a draft. Let's see who put out the best lineup as we wrap up The Minor Leagues. We appreciate any and all listeners through this unofficial official season 1 of the HCP. We'll be back in Season 2 with podcasting equipment, new prospects, and some new creative ideas for you. But for now, enjoy.…

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Queen Latifah 1:21:03

16d ago1:21:03

1:21:03

The final prospect in our Minor League season is the one and only Queen Latifah. Inarguably one of the most important emcees of all time who transcended beyond music into global stardom. Let's dive in and see how she stacks up in our grades.By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Ludacris 1:18:32

16d ago1:18:32

1:18:32

Before the 10 (and counting?) Fast & Furious movies, Ludacris had one of the most interesting visual and sonic styles in Hip-Hop. This listen through was pretty nostalgic and Bill might have had rose tinted glasses on his grades. Let's talk about one of ATL's biggest rappers.By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - All Star Break 2:01:22

2M ago2:01:22

2:01:22

We took some time to correct some mistakes and get a little better at this podcasting thing. Also, I think this is the episode where we officially named the podcast? Look how far we've come. Happy listeningBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Too $hort 1:21:03

2M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

One of the west coast's finest. Also, the episode that is probably going to get Bill banished from Oakland because of some of his grades. Forgive him because it's all love. Happy huntingBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - MF DOOM 1:12:34

2M ago1:12:34

1:12:34

MF DOOM is another favorite artist of ours. We weren't going to talk about him originally because we felt his contributions to hip hop speak for themselves but when he passed, we wanted to honor his memory. Rest well DOOM. Thanks for everything you gave us. Happy ListeningBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Lupe Fiasco 1:59:57

2M ago1:59:57

1:59:57

This is the first ever recording of what would become the HitCycle Podcast. Lupe Fiasco is one of the main emcees that inspired hosts Bill and David to start writing their own music. This was before we had podcasting equipment so the audio might sound a little bit rough but we still want y'all to hear us at our very beginning stages. Happy Listenin…

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Gucci Mane 1:22:03

2M ago1:22:03

1:22:03

Gucci Mane needs no explanation. Be warned if you re-listen to his catalog. It's a lot of music. But we had a lot of fun talking about his contributions to hip hop. EnjoyBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Lil Kim 1:19:36

2M ago1:19:36

1:19:36

Lil Kim is one of the most notable women in hip-hop and so, we had to show our love. This was the HCP's first look into a female emcee. Her music is as great as we remember. EnjoyBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Slick Rick 1:49:54

2M ago1:49:54

1:49:54

Slick Rick is maybe the single most influential rapper when it comes to storytelling. He was before our time so we brought in our good friend and hip-hip historian, Shau B to discuss the legendary emcee. We hope you enjoy hearing three voices instead of the usual two this time aroundBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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HCP: The Minor Leagues - T-Pain 1:30:42

2M ago1:30:42

1:30:42

T-Pain doesn't fit the mold of a traditional emcee but his influence on hip-hop and popular music is undeniable. Naturally, we dove in and had a nostalgic listen through of one of the most interesting and polarizing artists ever. Happy huntingBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld

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The Hall of Songs. The End. 2:38:55

6M ago2:38:55

2:38:55

We're here. The last Hall of Songs. Join Tim and Chris as they discuss the experiment of determining the greatest songs of all-time. They dig up some statistics, run through the entire list of the Hall of Songs, and discuss their favorite podcast memories. To those who listened, voted and gave us a chance ... thank you. Website: http://www.hallofso…

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56th Election Results: Adele, Kelly Clarkson, Pink ... and the Last Hall of Songs Election? 38:57

7M ago38:57

38:57

Well, this may very well be the end. After more than 50 elections, going through nearly 60 years of music, Hall of Songs has reached -- possibly -- its final election. Songs by artists such as Pink, Adele, Robyn, Kanye West and more are up for Hall of Songs induction. What will make it? What won't? And what will get no votes at all? Listen now! Web…

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2007-10 Veterans Commitee: The Final 4 Nominees + Christmas Songs! 1:18:58

8M ago1:18:58

1:18:58

As we come to the end of the main Hall of Songs timeline, we nominate the final four songs through the Veterans Committee. Spoiler: We've reached Peak Chris. Later, Tim and Chris talk about Christmas songs. Has Billboard gone too far in how it calculates the Hot 100? Can we get beyond the 15 or so standards that get overplayed every holiday? And wh…

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2010! We Did It ... Now We're Dancing on Our Own 2:06:17

8M ago2:06:17

2:06:17

Hall of Songs has chronicled the history of popular Western music since 1951, and after nearly three years, has arrived at 2010. It's a year of "indie" breakthroughs from artists such as Beach House and the Black Keys, and of mainstream smashes from those such as Katy Perry and Rihanna. Settle in and listen as we give you our top-12 songs of the ye…

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55th Election Results: Gaga, UGK, Adele, and the 0-Votes Club 34:02

8M ago34:02

34:02

As we head toward the end of Hall of Songs' voting timeline, we see if big names like Lady Gaga, Adele, Jay-Z, Miley Cyrus and Drake have what it takes to put a song into the pantheon. Plus, we induct a new member into our 0-Votes Club (thanks, listeners). Website: http://www.hallofsongs.com Social: http://www.twitter.com/hallofsongs Please rate an…

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2009! Behold the Indie Renaissance 1:33:36

9M ago1:33:36

1:33:36

Welcome to 2009. We're nearing the end of the main Hall of Songs canon, but don't fret, because here we have 12 songs that we think are potential Greatest of All Time nominees. It's a year when indie takes center stage thanks to artists like Animal Collective, Dirty Projectors, Japandroids, Drake, and Grizzly Bear, among many others. Listen to find…

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54th Election Results: Kings of Leon! And a Bunch of Other Artists 35:59

9M ago35:59

35:59

Yes, that's right: KINGS OF LEON is up for Hall of Songs induction. Did one of the greatest bands ever make our pantheon of popular music? More than 120 songs are now part of the Hall, so listen now to find out the results of our latest election. Remember, voters: It's your fault. Website: http://www.hallofsongs.com Social: http://www.twitter.com/h…

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2008! Massive Pop Talents Go For Hall of Songs Glory 1:41:54

9M ago1:41:54

1:41:54

It's 2008 in Hall of Songs land, and we have our picks for the top-12 songs from this year of indie rock, dance pop, rap, folk rock, and more. In fact, you're going to hear some very familiar folks in this episode, as 2008 marks a big year for several of the biggest names in 21st century pop music. Listen, then head to hallofsongs.com to vote for t…

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53rd Election Results! 28 Songs of the 2000s Jockey for Position 30:46

10M ago30:46

30:46

It's a huge ballot this time out, with 28 songs vying to be part of the pantheon of music, the Hall of Songs. Did we get any inductees? Did the total get past 120? Listen now as Tim and Chris go over a host of 2000s songs up for induction, including big hits by Beyonce, Flo-Rida, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Mariah Carey and Gnarls Barkley, plus ind…

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2007! We're BACK! We Celebrate the iPhone, Love Songs, and Um-ba-rellas 1:50:07

10M ago1:50:07

1:50:07

After what seems like years between episodes in the Hall of Songs timeline, we've finally returned to a more normal schedule with 2007! Behold a year of um-ba-rellas, love songs (which we're not gonna write to you), and paper planes. New and young stars take the stage, while only a few nominees from the past return with bangers. In all, we present …

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52nd Election Results! Is it Time For 120 Inductees? 30:32

10M ago30:32

30:32

We're back! Hall of Songs returns after another considerable break with our newest election results show. Several songs from the mid-2000s vied for the opportunity to reach our pantheon of songs, now at 119. Did we get to 120? Up for induction are songs like "Crazy" by Gnarls Barkley, "Rehab" by Amy Winehouse," "We Belong Together" by Mariah Carey,…

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2003-06 Veterans Committee: Shiny Teeth, Drunken Minneapolis Nights, and Other Songs 1:09:57

11M ago1:09:57

1:09:57

Tim and Chris are back to discuss the music of the years 2003-06. It's a veterans committee episode, in which the pair select four songs from the era for Hall of Songs nomination. And what songs are they? You'll just have to listen to find out! Plus, Tim and Chris will dive deeper into the music of 2003-06 and reminisce about center-of-the-aisle mo…

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2006! The A.T. Era Begins with a Year of Crazy Songs 1:51:16

1y ago1:51:16

1:51:16

What is the A.T. Era? You'll find out in this episode of Hall of Songs, chronicling 2006. Tim and Chris nominate some hugely popular songs (a bevy of No. 1 hits) plus a couple more notable tunes on the fringes of the charts. It's a great mix of massive names and intriguing newcomers joining the ballot. After listening, vote! Visit hallofsongs.com t…

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51st Election Results! Let's Talk About ... 'Waterloo'? 32:14

1y ago32:14

32:14

Songs released between 1999 and 2005 are up for Hall of Songs consideration. We're talking about tunes by Usher, Mariah Carey, LCD Soundystem, and Gorillaz, among others. So, what did the voters think? Did they put multiple songs in the hall like last time? Or did they elect a couple songs? Or did no songs get into the Hall at all? Listen now to fi…

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2005! Hall of Songs is Playing at Your House, Your House 1:48:09

1y ago1:48:09

1:48:09

Let's dive into 2005! In this episode of Hall of Songs, Tim and Chris uncover some gems in an otherise weird year of music. Sure you have some big hits (Mariah Carey, Gorillaz, Carrie Underwood), but you also have to look a little deeper for some true Hall of Songs-worthy candidates. Join the dynamic duo as they talk about their top-12 songs of 200…

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50th Election Results! It's a Big Induction Ceremony 45:26

1y ago45:26

45:26

We've actually done 50 results shows, which means 50 elections, which means we've accomplished something. Here, in this 50th results show, we discuss our most recent nominees. These are songs released between 1997 and 2004, including hits by Usher, Kanye West, Britney Spears, Eminem, and Coldplay, among others. And we have a lot of new Hall of Song…

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The Top-12 Songs of 2004! Yeah! OK! 1:42:44

1y ago1:42:44

1:42:44

Who had the biggest 2004? Was it Lil Jon, the world's greatest hype man? Or was it Usher, the smoothest male R&B performer in decades? Maybe it was David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox. Or some dude from Westchester County, New York, who combined the Beatles and Jay-Z. In this episode of Hall of Songs, Tim and Chris go deep into this critical year of …

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49th Election Results: It Seems 2003 Was a Good Year for Music 40:19

1y ago40:19

40:19

Will any songs join the 109 already in the Hall of Songs, the pantheon of music that everyone in the world recognizes as the only true measuring stick of song greatness? Find out! This is our 49th election results show. Yes, we've had 49 elections so far. Join us (Tim and Chris) as we recap the latest vote totals. Songs from between 1997 and 2003 w…

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The Top-12 Songs of 2003! Outkast, Britney, The Killers, and Kanye 1:47:26

1y ago1:47:26

1:47:26

Settle in for a cold, hard look at the year 2003 in this episode of Hall of Songs. Tim and Chris run through their top-12 songs of this year, which includes cameos from names like Britney Spears, The Killers, and Outkast. Plus, yes, we talk about Kanye West. After listening, head to hallofsongs.com to vote for the songs that you think deserve inclu…

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48th Election Results: Felonies and Misdemeanors En Route to Elections 33:09

1y ago33:09

33:09

It's now time for the 48th Hall of Songs election! Songs from between 1997 and 2002 are up for induction, but what may get in? Artists with records on this ballot include Eminem, Nelly, Coldplay, Missy Elliott, Daft Punk, and Destiny's Child. Will any song become the 109th to reach the Hall of Songs? Find out now! Website: http://www.hallofsongs.co…

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Presenting Our Short List for 2003: Major Pop Hits, Theatric Rock, Indie Explosion 1:44:20

1y ago1:44:20

1:44:20

Before we give you our 12 nominees for 2003, we decided to bring you back behind the curtain to discuss our short list. For this special episode, we're joined by Andrew Unterberger of Billboard as we discuss the top ... uh ... 30 or so songs of the year, at least by our standards. You'll get some Outkast, Jay-Z, Britney, Dizzee Rascal, Drive By Tru…

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1999-2002 Veterans Committee: Nominating 4 New Songs ... and Maybe You've Heard of Them All! 1:16:48

1+ y ago1:16:48

1:16:48

Here at Hall of Songs, especially as we go deeper into the 2000s, we're starting to see the diverging music tastes of our two hosts. We're also starting to see how seriously each of them takes the idea of nominating songs for our self-described pantheon. We kid. This is the Veterans Committee episode for the years 1999-2002. Tim and Chris go back i…

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Ep. 125 - JON TAFFER EXPOSES BAR RESCUE!! 1:06:56

1+ y ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Welcome Home! On today's episode we have serial entrepreneur and host of the hit TV phenomenon BAR Rescue, JON TAFFER. We talk everything Bar Rescue, Jon EXPOSES some secrets of the show, we talk about his new Bourbon, upcoming projects, TIPPING and MORE!!By Jeff Tomastik, Low Raven & Drew Belcher

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2002! A List of Top-12 Songs So Hot ... You May Want to Take Your Clothes Off 1:53:14

1+ y ago1:53:14

1:53:14

Tim and Chris dive into the music of 2002 for this latest episode of Hall of Songs. What are the top-12 songs of this crazy year of positively lewd music? There'll be a little Nelly, maybe a little Missy, and possibly a little Eminem. After listening, visit hallofsongs.com to vote for the songs that you think belong in our hall of fame of songs ...…

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47th Election Results: Quiet! Hush Ya Mouth as We Present Some Election Totals 38:34

1+ y ago38:34

38:34

Can the Hall of Songs go beyond its 106 current inductees? Will an artist like Missy Elliott, Eminem, The White Stripes, Alicia Keys, or The Strokes make it in? What about artists on the ballot from previous years, like Daft Punk, the Notorious B.I.G. and Santana (featuring Rob Thomas)? Join us as we recap another election, featuring songs released…

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2001: A Hall of Songs Odyssey 1:47:04

1+ y ago1:47:04

1:47:04

Hall of Songs continues with Tim and Chris' foray into the year 2001. They choose their top-12 songs of a year that includes plenty of new guitar rock, an ever-changing R&B and pop sound, and surprising leaps forward in dance and alternative rock. After listening, visit hallofsongs.com to vote for the songs that you think belong in our hall of fame…

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46th Election Results: The Fate of Freedom .... '90 38:50

1+ y ago38:50

38:50

For the second time in Hall of Songs history, a song lasts for a full diet of 10 elections. So what is the fate of George Michael's "Freedom '90"? Will it enter our pantheon of songs? Or will freedom burn forever? That's a dark way of putting it. Anyway, other songs are also up for the Hall of Songs! Most of them are from the late 90s and 2000. Out…

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2000! Ring in a New Millennium With The 12 Best Songs of the Year 1:52:18

1+ y ago1:52:18

1:52:18

Hall of Songs enters the 21st century. After 49 episodes chronicling the evolution of popular recorded Western music, we arrive at the beginning of what the next 23 years will sound like. There's space-age rap and funk, dance pop jams, industrial nu-metal, and sound collages to the nth degree. Join us as we give you the top-12 songs of 2000. Then h…

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45th Election Results: From 'Freedom '90' to 'Windowlicker,' We Assess This Very '90s Election 34:50

1+ y ago34:50

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It's a full diet of the 90s in our this election results show. Songs that were released from between 1990 and '99 are up for the Hall of Songs. You voted, we tell you what happened. Is this the election that George Michael finally breaks through? Or maybe U2 gets in for once? Maybe this is Eminem's moment, or possibly we get another Hall of Songs e…

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How We Pick Our Nominees: 2000 in (More Than) 60 Songs 1:15:48

1+ y ago1:15:48

1:15:48

You want a special episode of Hall of Songs? You want to know how Tim and Chris come up with their nominees for the top-12 songs of each year? YOU GOT IT. Join Tim and Chris as they go through the many songs released in 2000. They'll discuss many songs, albums, and artists, from Aaliyah to Ying Yang Twins. By the end of the episode, they will have …

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1999! Before Y2K and the End of Civilization, Let's Get Smooth! 1:43:30

1+ y ago1:43:30

1:43:30

We're about to enter a new century on Hall of Songs. Nay, a new millennium. Such a historic moment, which may bring about the certain destruction of our planet, deserves 12 incredible songs, right? In this episode of Hall of Songs, Tim and Chris run through the 12 songs that mattered most before the end of ... something. Listen as we celebrate arti…

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44th Election Results: This Election Cycle Is Killing Me (And I) 43:48

1+ y ago43:48

43:48

The Hall of Songs is at 100! But how much more can we get in this election? Join Tim and Chris as they recap the latest vote, which included songs released between 1990 and '98. Lots of familiar faces here, from Madonna to Radiohead, and from Foo Fighters to Britney, all angling for a shot to be among the greatest songs of all-time. Website: http:/…

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EP. 124 - NASCAR BAD BOY KYLE BUSCH TALKS RACING BRAWLS 1:05:09

1+ y ago1:05:09

1:05:09

Welcome Home! On today's episode we have the most winningest NASCAR race driver Kyle Busch. We talk everything from growing in Vegas, getting started in NASCAR, NASCAR BRAWLS, his Mt Rushmore of NASCAR and more!!By Jeff Tomastik, Low Raven & Drew Belcher

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Ep. 124 - DAYTONA 500 WINNER RICKY STENHOUSE JR. EXPOSES ALL!!! 58:26

1+ y ago58:26

58:26

Welcome Home! On today's episode we have recent Daytona 500 Winner, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. We talk about life changing after winning one of the biggest races in the world, NASCAR BEEFS, POLITICS of NASCAR, Waffle House orders, getting started in racing and MORE!By Jeff Tomastik, Low Raven & Drew Belcher

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