The Also-Ran Broadcast
The Also-Ran Broadcast is a motorsports podcast dedicated to the racers whose stories are rarely told. An also-ran is defined as a competitor who finishes a race outside of significance—but behind every finish is a story worth telling. We focus on the hard work, passion, and perseverance that fuel racers, teams, and crews who compete without the spotlight. This Christian-based podcast honors the grind of racing while glorifying Jesus Christ, aiming to encourage listeners and bring light, hope, and purpose beyond the checkered flag.
Episodes
Chrissy Wallace is a champion! In this episode of The Also-Ran Broadcast, we catch up with Chrissy after an incredible 2026 season in the Super Cup Stock Car Series, where she earned seven wins, led more than 300 laps, and captured the championship.
Chrissy shares the personal story behind her success, including how racing in honor of her late mother motivated her throughout the season. We also talk about her father, NASCAR veteran...
The new Tesla Roadster looks like something out of the future, but the racing world was experimenting with incredible aerodynamic technology decades ago!
Derek and Producer Josh explore the history behind the headlines, from Jim Hall’s revolutionary Chaparral 2J fan car and the race-winning Brabham BT46B Formula 1 car to Gordon Murray’s modern fan-powered designs.
How did these pioneering machines use airflow and suctio...
ARCA race winner Andy Jankowiak joins Derek Nelson and Producer Josh to talk about his trip to England to compete in BriSCA F1 Stock Car Racing at Skegness Raceway!
Andy shares what it was like stepping into British full-contact stock car racing, adapting to a different racing culture, and learning why contact is an art form in BriSCA F1. Hear the stories behind his international racing adventure and why he wants to return.
A must-...
Andy J Takes on BriSCA F1 Stock Cars! | Our Reaction
Producer Josh brings host Derek along for a reaction to Andy Jankowiak's trip across the pond to compete in Britain's wild BriSCA F1 Stock Car Series at Skegness Raceway.
The guys discuss the full-contact action, bumper-to-bumper battles, and the refreshing camaraderie between drivers in a form of racing that might surprise American motorsports fans. They also talk about Andy's p...
What does the future of NASCAR look like from the perspective of a 15-year-old racer?
In this episode of The Also-Ran Broadcast, we sit down with Everett Larson to talk about his journey from go-karts into Legends Cars and his dream of eventually racing in NASCAR.
Everett shares the story of how a lost letter helped lead to his friendship with NASCAR driver Corey LaJoie, how iRacing has helped him develop as a racer, what it's like...
Derek Nelson and Producer Josh are back for an unscripted episode of The Also-Ran Broadcast.
After a break from recording, the guys catch up on what they've been doing away from the show, including Joshua's work with KLAS Motorsports and ARCA, Derek's trip to Ireland, and Josh's recent experiences at Daytona, Kansas and Bristol Motor Speedway.
The conversati...
Mamba Smith is one of the most recognizable and positive personalities in NASCAR—but there’s much more to his story than what fans see on race weekends.
On this episode of The Also-Ran Broadcast, Derek Nelson sits down with Mamba for a wide-ranging conversation about his journey through motorsports, his passion for racing, and his mission to make NASCAR a better experien...
Derek Daly joins The Also-Ran Broadcast to discuss his incredible journey from Ireland to Formula 1 and INDYCAR, surviving one of motorsport's most terrifying crashes, returning to the Indy 500, and writing his autobiography, Serial Survivor. Along the way, Derek shares unforgettable stories about Ayrton Senna, Formula 1 legends, television broadcasting, and the moments that shaped one of racing's most remarkable careers.
Veteran NASCAR journalist Deb Williams joins the Also-Ran Broadcast to remember the life and legacy of Bobby Hamilton.
From Bobby's role during Days of Thunder to his breakthrough with Richard Petty, his Talladega victory, and the creation of Bobby Hamilton Racing, Deb shares firsthand stories that reveal why Bobby earned the respect of everyone in the garage. The conversation also explores NASCAR's evolution, old-school racing cul...
Before Chad Chaffin became a NASCAR Truck Series winner, he was another talented racer climbing the ranks at the Nashville Fairgrounds. Then Bobby Hamilton gave him an opportunity that changed everything.
Chad joins The Also-Ran Broadcast to discuss his relationship with Bobby Hamilton, winning with Bobby Hamilton Racing, the championship culture inside BHR, and why Bobby's greatest legacy wasn't just the trophies—it was the ...
What was it like to help build Bobby Hamilton Racing into one of NASCAR's top Truck Series teams?
Tim Horton joins The Also-Ran Broadcast to share incredible stories from his years working alongside the late Bobby Hamilton. From building championship-winning trucks and working with Joe Ruttman to unforgettable shop stories, Bobby's leadership, generosity, and relentless drive to win, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes loo...
Former Bobby Hamilton Racing hauler driver Mike Goins shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from one of NASCAR's most respected race teams.
Mike reflects on working alongside Bobby Hamilton, Bobby Hamilton Jr., and the crew that helped build a championship-caliber Truck Series organization. From life on the road to unforgettable memories inside the race shop, this episode offers a heartfelt look at the leadership, friendship,...
David Pepper joins The Also-Ran Broadcast to look back on his years at Bobby Hamilton Racing and the incredible culture Bobby Hamilton built. From championship-winning memories and unforgettable race weekends to hilarious shop stories and lifelong friendships, Pepper shares what made Bobby Hamilton one of NASCAR's most respected team owners and why his legacy continues to influence the sport today.
In this special episode of the Also-Ran Broadcast, Bobby Hamilton Jr. shares heartfelt memories of his father, NASCAR winner Bobby Hamilton. From growing up around race shops to learning life lessons that extended far beyond the racetrack, Bobby Jr. offers an honest, personal perspective on the man fans admired every Sunday.
The conversation explores Bobby Hamilton's racing philosophy, parenting style, NASCAR's golden era, and the ...
This bonus episode features additional conversation with NASCAR driver, entrepreneur, and Navy veteran Jesse Iwuji. Jesse shares stories about his racing career, life after the military, entrepreneurship, faith, overcoming adversity, and the mindset that has helped him build success on and off the racetrack.
If you enjoyed our original interview, you won't want to miss this extended conversation.
Kyle Dudley joins the Also-Ran Broadcast to discuss winning the inaugural IHRA Stock Car Series event and what the new series means for grassroots racers.
Kyle shares his racing background, the story behind his famous "Betty White" race car, earning his own diecast, competing at Motor Mile Speedway, and why the IHRA Stock Car Series is providing opportunities for racers who may not have the budget to compete on larger touring circu...
Producer Josh surprises Derek with a children's book called NASCAR Legends Alphabet, and what starts as a simple alphabet challenge quickly turns into a hilarious discussion about NASCAR history.
The guys compare the book's driver selections with Derek's own NASCAR alphabet, debate legendary drivers, discuss forgotten names from the sport's past, and share stories that every racing fan will enjoy.
If you love NASCAR history, obscur...
In this bonus episode, NASCAR Truck Series driver Mini Tyrrell joins us for an honest discussion about Cleetus McFarland's impact on NASCAR and grassroots racing.
We talk about social media's growing influence in motorsports, whether non-traditional racers can succeed at the national level, the importance of attracting new fans, and how personalities like Cleetus McFarland and Dale Earnhardt Jr. can help revitalize short track raci...
Veteran NASCAR journalist and historian Rick Houston joins the show for an emotional conversation about Kyle Busch's passing and the impact it has had on the racing world.
Drawing on more than three decades covering NASCAR, Rick reflects on some of the sport's most difficult moments, including the deaths of Dale Earnhardt, Adam Petty, Alan Kulwicki, Davey Allison, and others. We discuss how NASCAR safety has changed over the years,...
Tasha Porter Kummer joins the Also-Ran Broadcast to discuss the ongoing fight to save Greenville Pickens Speedway.
In this episode, we dive into the history of the legendary South Carolina short track, the ownership struggles that led to its decline, the recent surge of community support, and how racers, fans, and even NASCAR personalities are stepping up to help preserve the speedway.
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