Daily Driver Podcast

First National Event

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Gabe, who asks: I am preparing for my first National Event, not really looking for advice so much as a story. Can you tell me a little bit about your first National Event or your first National Event win?

If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask. With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series of Q&A discussions built around the questions racers are asking right now.

The Great Debate

Today on The Daily Driver, I’m sharing the audio version of my latest National Dragster column, “The Great Debate.” This piece dives into one of the most talked-about discussions in sportsman drag racing history, the debate surrounding Scotty Richardson and Peter Biondo. Two of the most accomplished and influential racers the sport has ever seen. 

ELITE Spotlight Jordan Pratt

Today on The Daily Driver, we’re excited to announce a new addition ELITE Spotlight program. Throughout the season, select ELITE members will be sharing their racing journey through blog posts, updates, and other behind-the-scenes interactions.

From the highs and lows to lessons learned along the way, this is a chance to follow along with real racers navigating a real season. Tune in as we introduce the program and the members who will be sharing their story with the community this year. Up first we have longstanding member Jordan Pratt. 

Learning To Lose

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Paul, who asks: My son is becoming a very good racer but he’s not always the best sportsman. He doesn’t handle losing well. Can you share any personal experience on how to learn to lose.

If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask. With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series of Q&A discussions built around the questions racers are asking right now.

When to quit?

Today on The Daily Driver, I share one of my favorite memories involving my father and a lesson in belief, perseverance, and passion for racing that has stayed with me for nearly 25 years. From a rain-delayed national event in Topeka to a wounded race car and a matchup against my idol, this story is about more than competition, it’s about the unwavering confidence a parent can instill and the impact that belief can have long after the moment has passed. 

Time Slip App Strategy

This week’s Question of the Week comes from David, who asks: How do I strategize against my opponent at different types of race tracks when it comes to time slips. For example at Worldwide drag strip they use the time slip app I can look up an opponent’s car number and gauge whether he’s dialing honest or holding some numbers. How do I strategize against my opponent at racetracks like Benton that still use the paper time slips?”

If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask. With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series of Q&A discussions built around the questions racers are asking right now.

Geographic Superiority

On this episode of the Daily Driver we are discussing Geographic Superiority in drag racing and the ongoing debate regarding which regions of the country produce the best racers.

Double Entries, Part 2

Back at the beginning of March, there was a question that was submitted here on the Question of the Week “What percentage in the final round (Winner and RU) in $25k and larger races that allow it are doubled?” and we wanted to take another episode to really peel back the layers of doubling.

If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask. 

What tire should I run?

This week’s Question of the Week comes from Ben, who asks: My question is, for an altered that weighs roughly 1650lbs (125″ wheelbase) and makes 550 horsepower, what would be your suggestion for the rear wheel/tire combination?

If you’ve got a topic you want us to tackle, submit it at thisisbracketracing.com/ask. With insights from the TIBR and ELITE brain trust, this episode starts a series of Q&A discussions built around the questions racers are asking right now.

Understanding Data Acquisition: In the Lab w/ Mike Mans

Today on The Daily Driver, I’m excited to introduce another course in our Win Light Lab program at This Is Bracket Racing – Win Light Lab: Understanding Data Acquisition, hosted by Mike Mans.

Mike, a multi-time NHRA winner and respected shock and suspension expert, joins us to talk about the value of small-group learning and why it’s so effective for dialing in individual vehicle combinations. We also dive into how understanding and applying your data can turn a significant investment into a real competitive edge on the track.