Bringing the Heat: John Hunter Nemechek Brings Backstreet Back, All Right
This week’s edition of Bringing the Heat With Bryan Nolen showcases a one-on-one conversation with driver of the No. 42 in the NASCAR Cup Series, …
Dalton Hopkins began writing for Frontstretch in April 2021. Currently, he is the lead writer for the weekly Thinkin' Out Loud column, co-host of the Frontstretch Happy Hour podcast, and one of our lead reporters. Beforehand, he wrote for IMSA shortly after graduating from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 2019. Simultaneously, he also serves as a Captain in the US Army.
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Happy Hour: Where Does 23XI Racing Rank Among Cup Teams?
“Out of the Groove” YouTube host Eric Estepp joins the show.
‘I Guess I Choked That One Away’: Alex Bowman Was Just 5 Laps Short of Homestead Victory
After what had been perhaps the best performance of the 31-year-old in years, Bowman’s sure victory was surrendered to teammate Kyle Larson
‘It’s the Most a Race Has Stung’ – Engine Gremlins Cost Corey Heim Homestead Win
HOMESTEAD, Fla – Corey Heim stood on pit road of Homestead-Miami Speedway next to his No. 11 Toyota with eyes glazed over by tears. Surrounding …
Happy Hour: Berry Breaks Through, Panic Time for Ty Gibbs?
Josh Berry’s win, Ty Gibbs’ struggles and loose wheel debacles at Las Vegas were all topics discussed this week on Happy Hour.
Thinkin’ Out Loud: The Best Las Vegas Race Ever? It’s Pretty Darn Close
After a first-time winner and a record amount of lead changes, it’s hard to argue against that being perhaps the best NASCAR race at Las Vegas ever.
Happy Hour: Josh Bilicki, Option Tires & California Racing
Josh Bilicki joins the podcast to talk his season so far, option tires and the future of NASCAR in California
Thinkin’ Out Loud at Phoenix: The Option Tires Fix NASCAR’s Short Track Problems
Goodyear is two-for-two when it comes to making tracks better with new tires in 2025.
I Covered NASCAR, IMSA & IndyCar’s Season Openers: Here’s How They Compare
Despite all being in the same state, they are three vastly different events each with its own racing culture and fanbase. So, how do they compare?
Happy Hour: Is COTA Here to Stay?
TSJSports’ Peter Stratta joins the podcast to talk the future of Circuit of the Americas in NASCAR.