Welcome to DIRT PARLOR at The Dome hosted by Gordy Gundaker and Don Martin. This is where racers say what they're really thinking.

This week, we're live at the Gateway Dirt Nationals. We sat down with some of the biggest names in the sport and talked about the stuff everyone debates in the pits: tires, tracks, setups, payouts, promoters, pressure, and everything in between.

We don't all agree, and that's the point.

This is the raw, unfiltered side of dirt racing.

Guests in this episode: Jonathan Davenport Jason Feger Tyler Erb (TERBO) Nick Hoffman Shannon Babb Chris Simpson Ashton Winger Jeff Hoker of Hoker Trucking

If you want polished PR answers, this isn't it.

This is the real conversation before the battles inside The Dome.

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In this episode of the Dirt Parlor, Brandon Overton delivers one of his most candid conversations to date. He opens up about the moments that pushed him to his limits — the on-track tensions, the frustrations that sparked headlines, and the emotional weight of competing when the results aren't matching the effort. Brandon takes listeners inside the reality of a season filled with highs, lows, and constant pressure to perform.

We explore the challenges he faced navigating team changes, rebuilding momentum, and searching for speed in a year that felt like one setback after another. Brandon breaks down the mental grind of staying competitive, the frustration of second-guessing setups and decisions, and the resilience required to keep showing up when the confidence isn't there. His raw honesty gives fans a deeper understanding of life behind the wheel beyond the highlight reels.

Off the track, Brandon shares how family, fatherhood, and stepping back to breathe have helped him stay grounded. He reflects on what matters most when racing becomes overwhelming, and how he plans to reset, refocus, and come back stronger. This conversation offers an authentic look at the man behind the machine — a story of grit, growth, and the unshakable passion that keeps him chasing the next checkered flag.

🔥 Shoutout to Our Sponsors: A huge thank you to Hoker Trucking, Nutrien, Bodies by Skinny, Millard Parker-Millard Family Chapels, Checkered Customs and Hotrod Septic Treatment for their support. Your commitment fuels the passion, competition, and community that make dirt racing great!

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This week on the Dirt Parlor, we sit down with the visionary who reshaped December racing forever — Cody Sommer, the creator of the Gateway Dirt Nationals and the force behind Dirt December. From launching arena races in Indianapolis to transforming the St. Louis Dome into one of the most electric atmospheres in motorsports, Cody walks us through the passion, risks, failures, and breakthroughs that led to one of the sport's most iconic modern events.

In this conversation, Cody opens up about the challenges fans never see — turning away hundreds of drivers because of space limitations, battling early critics who said the Dome would never work, surviving the chaos of the first Indy midget race, and constantly reinventing the track, the format, and the experience to deliver something racers and fans feel part of. He breaks down the evolution of the event, what it took to build trust, and why transparency has always been at the core of every decision.

We also dive deep into the industry-shaking tire conversation, Cody's choice to introduce competition into a one-brand world, and what that means for racers everywhere. From merchandise booms to sold-out entry lists, from air-quality breaks at 4 AM to 30,000 fans in the Dome, this episode captures the mentality, grit, and innovation that defines Cody Sommer. If you love the Dome, the community, the chaos, and the culture of December racing — this is the inside story you've been waiting for.

🔥 Shoutout to Our Sponsors: A huge thank you to Hoker Trucking, Nutrien, Bodies by Skinny, Millard Parker-Millard Family Chapels, Checkered Customs and Hotrod Septic Treatment for their support. Your commitment fuels the passion, competition, and community that make dirt racing great!

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