Trackside Podcast

Dec 02 2024 186 ep. 71 mins 979

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The show of record for all things IndyCar. Kevin Lee is a part of both NBC Sports Network's IndyCar coverage and the IndyCar Radio Network, while Curt Cavin is now a VP at IndyCar after 30 years covering all things racing for the Indianapolis Star. Interviews with key members of the IndyCar community, and plenty of chances of listener questions and feedback.

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Curt and Kevin talk about Colton Herta's chances of going to F1 in 2026, Michael Cannon going to Prema, and more!

Dec 02 2024 45 mins

Tonight, on a truncated edition of Trackside, the two talk about their Thanksgiving weekends, and they talk about the approaching month of January and how the off season really ends there. They talk about Michael Cannon going to Prema Autosports for the 2025 season. Kevin talks about Jack Harvey possibly driving for Dreyer and Reinbold in the Indy 500. Later, Kevin and Curt talk a

Curt and Kevin talk about Cadillac going to F1 without Michael Andretti, talk about Acura hybrid testing with Joey Barnes, and more!

Nov 26 2024 87 mins

Tonight, Kevin and Curt talked about the NFL on FOX promoting IndyCar over the weekend. They also talk about Michael Strahan being announced as the pace car driver for the Indy 500 in 2025. They talk about Tom Brady perhaps making an appearance, and the new Corvette for the 500. Kevin also defends Sting Ray Robb and his move to Juncos for 2025. Later, the two talk about Cadillac g

Curt and Kevin recap Thermal Testing, talk Long Beach and are joined by Gabby Chaves, Hunter McElrea, and Dr. Nassar Hanna Live in Studio!

Nov 19 2024 90 mins

Tonight, on a live in-studio edition of Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about the midday notes from today’s testing from The Thermal Club with the new rookie drivers. They also talk about the filming of a new Honda commercial in Las Vegas with Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda driving IndyCars. Later, they talk about the mutual split of Arrow McLaren and Gavin Wa

Curt and Kevin talk about the NASCAR Season Finale, Gabby Chavez, Penske trying to buy Long Beach, and more!

Nov 12 2024 86 mins

Tonight, Kevin and Curt start by talking about the NASCAR Championship finale, and how Joey Logano has won yet another championship. They also rack their brains to find ways to have IndyCar seasons last longer, but not be hindered by football. They also honor Bobby Allison and talk about Gabby Chavez returning for an IndyCar test. Later, the two talk about Jacob Abel’s likelihoo

Curt and Kevin talk about future champions, open seats, preseason testing, and more!

Nov 05 2024 89 mins

Tonight, Kevin and Curt give their opinions on who is the most likely to win the championship in 2025, and is there anyone who can beat Alex Palou? They also talk about how inconsistent Josef Newgarden has been the past few seasons outside of the 500. They also talk about how Ganassi will be tough to beat as a team in 2025. Later, they go over some open seats across the series, an

Curt and Kevin talk racing in Mexico, talk to Jamie Little, Lochie Hughes, and Alexander Koreiba

Oct 29 2024 85 mins

Tonight, Kevin joins the show dockside. The two preview the show and talk about how hard it is for a driver to hop into a car they have never driven before and test it. They talk about the likelihood of a race in Mexico, and Pato’s popularity there. They also talk about international race possibilities outside of Mexico. Later, Jamie Little joins the show to talk with Kevin abou

Kevin and Curt discuss Indy 500 open seats, talk to Ryan Hunter-Reay, Mandi Bender of the IMS Museum, and more!

Oct 22 2024 86 mins

Tonight, Kevin and Curt talk about silly season partnerships, and what drivers will be competing in the Indy 500. Kevin highlights how there are more full-time seats open than Indy 500 seats. They also talk about the situation at Juncos. Later, Kevin and Curt recap the Indy NXT test. They talk about the debut of Hailie Deegan, and her overall pace. To round out the first hour, Ke

Curt and Kevin talk IMS hybrid testing, Petit Le Mans, Hailie Deegan, and more!

Oct 15 2024 87 mins

Tonight, Curt and Kevin recap IndyCar hybrid testing, and Petit Le Mans! They talk about how the Hybrid engine performed during testing, and Alexander Rossi’s new position at Ed Carpenter. They also talk about Rinus Veekay testing instead of Sting Ray Robb. They also talk about Grosjean’s future at Juncos, and his comment on rising costs with the hybrid. Later, they talk about

Curt and Kevin break down the new race in Arlington, talk to Sam Schmidt and Hunter McElrea, and more!

Oct 07 2024 90 mins

Tonight, on Trackside, we have a new race on the calendar! IndyCar will be headed to Arlington, Texas, for a street race. Curt and Kevin talk about what the layout may look like, and if Texas Motor Speedway will ever return to the IndyCar schedule. They talk about the partnership between IMS, the Texas Rangers, and the Dallas Cowboys. Kevin poses the question about whether they are

Kevin and Curt talk about Michael Andretti Relinquishing Ownership of His Team, Rossi to ECR, and more!

Oct 01 2024 85 mins

Tonight, on Trackside, we have a lot of news to talk about! Kevin and Curt start the show by talking about Keanu Reeves racing at IMS. They discuss Rossi moving to Ed Carpenter Racing, and how he can help Ed Carpenter Racing become a better team. They also talk about Christian Rasmussen going to ECR as well. They debate on who will be in the Juncos lineup, and Jamie Chadwick’s te