Dirt Court Jesters Podcast-Episode 73: NASCAR and WRG, Knoxville for free, and GATORS everywhere

Summary

How much though goes into deciding on a series to follow full time? High Limit rules, Outlaws and NASCAR, USAC Sprint full time drivers, trouble at DGRD, free event at Knoxville, and Donny goes +40! All that and more in this episode of the Dirt Court Jesters Podcast!

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Dirt Track Racing

01:07 Dirt Racing History and Notable Events

02:24 Changes in Racing Rules and Regulations

03:23 Safety Innovations in Dirt Racing

04:25 Upcoming Races and Season Highlights

06:14 Race Results and Highlights

10:42 Future Races and Closing Remarks

DCJ Podcast: Behind the rock screen with Jim Jones, Driver of the #97 Midget

Summary

In this episode of the Dirt Court Jester's podcast, host Josh interviews Jim Jones, a passionate racer who began his journey in his 60s. Jim shares his lifelong dream of racing, his transition from California to Indiana, and the unique challenges of racing solo. He discusses his beloved 'Screaming Yellow Zonker car, the camaraderie within the racing community, and his memorable experiences on various tracks. Jim emphasizes the importance of pursuing dreams at any age and reflects on his racing achievements and aspirations for the future. Jim shares his experiences and challenges in racing, including a significant injury and his journey to improve his skills. He discusses his aspirations for the future, the competitive landscape of midget racing, and the importance of fair play through tech innovations. The conversation also includes light-hearted moments in a lightning round, where Jim shares personal insights and fun anecdotes, culminating in a reflection on the blessings of racing and the importance of perseverance.

Chapters

00:00

The Journey Begins: Jim Jones' Racing Aspirations

12:04

From California to Indiana: A New Racing Landscape

21:40

Racing Alone: The Challenges of Solo Racing

36:20

The Screaming Yellow Zonker: A Unique Racing Identity

41:49

Memorable Tracks and Future Aspirations

52:12

Overcoming Challenges in Racing

55:31

The Journey of Improvement

01:00:48

Future Aspirations in Racing

01:06:25

The Competitive Landscape of Midget Racing

01:09:54

Tech Innovations and Fair Play

01:10:04

Lightning Round: Fun Insights

01:24:11

Wrapping Up and Future Plans

Summary

In this episode of the Dirt Court Jesters podcast, Josh discusses the racing schedules for the World of Outlaw late models and Lucas Oil late models for the 2026 season. He highlights the significant increase in purses, the number of races, and key events for both series. The conversation also touches on the absence of playoffs for the Lucas Oil series and predictions for the upcoming championship season.

Takeaways

• Total feature purses for World of Outlaw late models increased to $4.9 million.
• The largest purse for World of Outlaw late models is $57,000 to win.
• Lucas Oil late models will have 58 races in 2026.
• No more playoffs for the Lucas Oil late models.
• Bobby Pierce and Devin Moran are the defending champions.
• The Dirt Track World Championships return to West Virginia Motor Speedway.
• Eight tracks will appear with World of Outlaw late models for the first time.
• The 16th annual Silver Dollar Nationals has a $230,000 purse.
• Both series have good schedules for the upcoming season.

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  Chapters

  00:00Introduction to Late Model Racing Schedules

  02:20World of Outlaw Late Models Overview

  04:44Lucas Oil Late Models Overview

  07:28Championship Predictions and Closing Thoughts