NASCAR’s new podcast takes you inside the sport like never before. Mike Forde, Managing Director Racing Communication, Amanda Ellis, Sr. Director Racing Communications & Nate Ryan, NASCAR.com Journalist offer fans a closer look at what happens behind the scenes, from rule changes to officiating decisions, logistics, and broadcasting. The goal is to provide fans with insights into the organizational side of sport and highlight the often unseen but crucial aspects that make race weekends possible. We also will have interviews with insiders, executives, journalists, and more.
Steve Phelps joins Hauler Talk after being named NASCAR Commissioner.
Hosts: Mike Forde, Amanda Ellis & Nate Ryan
Rundown:
- (0:30) Welcome Steve Phelps to the show
- (2:00) Why a NASCAR Commissioner is unique compared to other sports
- (5:00) Steve O’Donnell new role
- (7:00) Leading NASCAR through COVID and being the first major sport back competing
- (15:00) The Commissioner's involvement in competition decision making
- (21:00) Why the need for a Commissioner right now in 2025 for the first time in NASCAR history?
- (30:00) Working with internal stakeholders and collaboration with external partners
- (37:00) The integration of the Next Gen Car and maintaining & building new relationships with NASCAR drivers
- (42:00) The goal and vision for the Driver Ambassador Program
- (47:00) The balance between officiating and drivers policing themselves (Xfinity finish at Martinsville)
- (51:00) How to remain cool under pressure when drivers and teams get emotional and criticize the league?
- (55:00) Relationship with NASCAR fans and giving them a seat at the table
- (1:00:00) NASCAR’s expansion into an international business
- (1:05:00) The future of NASCAR racing in Southern California & Fontana
- (1:08:00) Will tariff’s have an impact on NASCAR equipment manufacturers?
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