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Trackside Podcast

335 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 325 ratings

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 Lundgaard Going to McLaren, Where Rossi Will Go, Hybrid Questions, and More!

July 03, 2024 00:55 - 1 hour - 80.5 MB

Tonight on Trackside, Curt and Kevin talk about Alexander Rossi being let go from Arrow McLaren and being replaced by Christian Lundgaard. Curt talks about how regularly McLaren shifts their drivers, and what this means for Rossi’s future in IndyCar. Kevin talks about the reason why this driver change came about, and how long this has been in the works. The two talk about Prema Racing, and if Rossi will end up there, and who his teammates could be. They are also considering going to Rahal. K...

Curt and Kevin Break Down Palou's Laguna Seca Win, Caution Flag Procedures, CNBC, and More!

June 26, 2024 00:55 - 1 hour - 81.6 MB

Tonight on Trackside, Curt and Kevin recap the exciting race at Laguna Seca on Sunday. Kevin talks about Alex Palou’s dominance, and how he thinks Palou would have won regardless of pit strategy. They talk about his challengers, including Colton Herta, and give their thoughts on tire choices during the race. Curt talks about how hard it is to race at Laguna Seca, and how drivers cannot afford to make a mistake. They talk about the most entertaining races of the season, and how exciting Lagun...

Curt and Kevin talk about Nolan Siegal to McLaren, the new Fox TV Deal, and more!

June 19, 2024 00:49 - 1 hour - 79.5 MB

Tonight on Trackside, Curt Cavin and Kevin Lee talk about the massive TV deal IndyCar landed with Fox Sports, and how every single race will be on Network TV. We also talk about Nolan Siegal taking over Theo Pourchaire’s seat. Kevin and Curt talks about how Siegel has talent, but he also has a budget behind him that can benefit McLaren, especially with his dad’s connections to Fortune 500 companies. Kevin talks about how business is important in motorsports, and Siegel’s connections are perf...

Curt and Kevin Talk About the XPEL Grand Prix, The Milwaukee Hybrid Test, and More!

June 12, 2024 00:52 - 1 hour - 77.1 MB

Tonight on Trackside, we recap Penske’s dominant performance at Road America, and what led to their success. We hear about the reason why Will Power’s celebration was so emotional in victory lane after his win, and the health problems his wife has had. They also talk about the likelihood of Power retiring after his contract expires, and why he is considering stepping away from racing in the future. They also talk about how the tires performed on the track, and how that led to different strat...

Curt and Kevin recap the Detroit Grand Prix, On and Off Track Drama, and Remember Parnelli Jones

June 05, 2024 00:50 - 1 hour - 79.5 MB

Tonight on Trackside, we recap a crazy Detroit Grand Prix. Curt and Kevin recap the Grand Prix and talk about their reaction to it. They also talk about Kyle Larson’s waiver finally being granted by NASCAR, and controversy with Agustin Canapino and Theo Pourchaire. Kevin believes that racing is a financial business, and even if the track is not perfect, there is serious financial gain to be had from racing at this location. He believes that having one wreck-filled race a year is not all that...

Curt and Kevin Recap the 108th Running of the Indy 500!

May 29, 2024 00:45 - 1 hour - 76.1 MB

Tonight on Trackside, we recap a thrilling and historic Indianapolis 500! Curt and Kevin give all the details on Josef Newgarden’s second 500 win in a row, the last lap pass on Pato O’Ward, details you may have missed, and more! Kevin and Curt delve into the TV ratings, and what caused them to shoot up the way they did. They talk about the likelihood of moving the start time later, and how that wouldn’t be a good idea, and how accurate weather predictions were the day before the race.  Lat...

Curt and Kevin recap Carb Day and preview the 108th Indianapolis 500!

May 25, 2024 00:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

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Curt and Kevin talk the Indy 500 forecast, who can realistically win on Sunday

May 24, 2024 00:31 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

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Curt and Kevin talk about Kyle Larson getting a waiver for NASCAR, talk to Kaylee Bryson, and more!

May 23, 2024 00:06 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Tonight on Trackside, we talk about Josef Newgarden and his stance in the racing world. Curt and Kevin talk about the star power of IndyCar drivers, and ratings for Qualifying and how good the streaming numbers were for Sunday. They talk about how easy it is to sit and watch qualifying now as opposed to how it used to be back in the 80s and 90s.   Later in the the show, Kevin and Curt talk about NASCAR giving Kyle Larson a waiver if he cannot make it to the Coca-Cola 600. There is a rule t...

Curt and Kevin Talk About Kyle Larson, Ken Griffey Jr. Driving the Pace Car, and more!

May 21, 2024 23:52 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Tonight on Trackside, Kevin and Curt are back in their regular locations, and are previewing the festivities of the upcoming Indy 500. They talk about the latest on the Kyle Larson situation, and the weather for the 500. They talk about the ratings bump that Larson brought to qualifying, and if Tony Kanaan will run test laps on Thursday. They also discuss whether Larson will get a waiver if he misses the Coca Cola 600, and where NASCAR would draw the line. They also go into detail about what...

Curt and Kevin live from the Burger Bash with Conor Daly, Ryan Hunter-Reay and more!

May 21, 2024 00:26 - 1 hour - 78.3 MB

Tonight on Trackside, it’s the Burger Bash! The show will be joined by plenty of drivers and personalities live off of Turn 1 at IMS. Conor Daly joins Curt and Kevin first, and talks about his month of May so far. Conor talks about Dreyer and Reinbold Racing, and how they could compete the whole season if they wanted to. James Hinchcliffe gives some analysis on practice today, and how good Penske cars are. Conor talks about 100 Days to Indy, and an odd question Kevin was asked about comparin...

Kevin and Curt recap Fast Friday and preview Day 1 of Qualifying for the 108th Indy 500!

May 18, 2024 00:11 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about Team Penske’s dominance in today’s practice, with defending 500 champion, Josef Newgarden, putting together the best mock four-lap average of 234.063 mph while Colton Herta was the fastest overall on top of the pylon with 234.974 mph. They recap what happened to rookie Nolan Siegel’s airborne crash that took him out early in the day. They also talk about the new setup for Santino Ferruci and how well Penske and McLaren look...

Curt and Kevin Talk about the 2nd Day of Practice, Preview Fast Friday, and More!

May 17, 2024 00:01 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Tonight on Trackside, Kevin and Curt talk about the second day of practice, and the first full day of practice. We hear highlights from the 2006 Indy 500, and its connection to Nolan Siegel. They go down the speed charts, and talk about no-toe speeds, and how they sometimes can be deceiving. Kevin talks about what he heard from teams, and why some teams don’t think using the qualifying sim today posed much benefit. Curt talks about how Kyle Larson is fairing at IMS, and if he is enjoying the...

Curt and Kevin breakdown the first day of practice, who was fastest, on-track rivalries, and more!

May 16, 2024 01:06 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Tonight on Trackside, Curt and Kevin recap the three hour practice session that took place at IMS today. Curt talks about what happened today, including the sheer amount of yellow flags that happened today due to rain. Curt goes down the list and talks about who performed well in practice. Kevin and Curt talk about the bind that drivers and teams are in with the constant rain that is plaguing the first week of practice. Curt gives his thoughts on how comfortable Pato O’Ward feels, and how he...

Kevin and Curt Talk About the Abbreviated First Day of Practice, Records Being Broken, and More!

May 14, 2024 23:56 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Tonight on Trackside, it is a rainy day! Only about 23 minutes of practice at IMS took place, and Kevin and Curt break everything down. They talk about qualifying speeds, and if there will be a new track record this year. Curt believes you may see a 2-lap average record being broken, but probably not a new track record. They break down the weather for the rest of the week. They talk about the rivalry between Santino Ferucci and Romain Grosjean, and how that will play out the rest of the mont...

Curt and Kevin recap the Sonsio Grand Prix, talk about Bump Day, and more!

May 13, 2024 23:56 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

Tonight on Trackside, Kevin and Curt get ready for preparation for the Indy 500 to kick into high gear. They start the show talking about the weather for tomorrow, and how it may affect on-track product tomorrow. They talk about Tony Kanaan, and his position as a reserve driver for Kyle Larson. They talk about Larson’s commitment, and his ability to race in all sorts of motorsports. They discuss what team could be bumped from the 500 this year. They also discuss Burger Bash, and how the Pace...

Curt and Kevin recap Practice and Qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix!

May 11, 2024 00:04 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, Curt starts us off as Kevin finishes his play-by-play work on Peacock for the Indy NXT race, by recapping today’s qualifying for the Sonsio Grand Prix. Alex Palou earns pole as Christian Lundgaard completes the front row. Colton Herta and Lundgaard were fastest in their respective practice sessions. Curt even dives into some play-by-play action of his own as Jacob Abel goes back-to-back and wins the Indy NXT race at the Indianapolis road c...

Kevin and Curt talk about Theo Pourchaire Going to McLaren Full Time, Red Flag Rules, and More!

May 09, 2024 23:55 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

Tonight, Kevin and Curt talk about the announcement of Théo Pourchaire replacing David Malukas full-time at Arrow McLaren. They talk about Pourchaire’s racing history, how he really didn’t have anything lined up this year until McLaren called, and the races he will compete in this year. They talk about how they think Pourchaire feels about his new position in IndyCar. Kevin talks about some new liveries on cars for the month of May, and some new sponsors. They also bring up the importance of...

Kevin and Curt Continue to Delve Into the Penske Cheating Controversy, Talk with Jacob Abel, and more!

May 09, 2024 01:11 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

Tonight, Kevin and Curt kick off the show answering listener questions. They answer questions about how long the discussion about cheating will go, Penske’s Mercedes Motor approaching it’s 50th anniversary, Kevin and Curt hear some fans about the sponsorship problems with Juncos-Hollinger, and talk about how strong the teams are right now.  Later in the the show, Kevin talks to Jacob Abel. Abel and Kevin talk about his racing career, what he plans to do this season, future sponsor deals, a...

Curt and Kevin delve into Penske's Supension of Top Officials, the Miami Grand Prix, and more!

May 08, 2024 00:02 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

Tonight, Kevin and Curt delve into the news about Roger Penske suspending top brass at Penske Racing, including TIm Cindric. Key leadership will not be at the track for the month of May. The two give their opinions on the suspensions, and what it means for the series. They talk about the internal dialogue at Penske and what the truth is. Curt talks about how much attention this is getting from media outlets and the world outside racing, including ESPN.  Later in the the show, Kevin talks a...

Kevin and Curt Kick Off May, Talk About the Miami GP, and More!

May 06, 2024 23:55 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MB

Tonight, Kevin and Curt talk about the upcoming schedule for the month of May has finally arrived! It’s race week for the Sonsio Grand Prix! They talk about yesterday's races with Lando Norris’s maiden win yesterday in the F1 Miami Grand Prix and Kyle Larson beating Chris Buescher in the NASCAR Cup race at Kansas by 0.001 in the closest finish in series history. They also talk about Theo Pourchaire recent oval testing at the World Wide Technology Raceway, and if he could potentially replace ...

Curt and Kevin recap the race at Barber, talk about David Malukas being released from McLaren, and more!

May 01, 2024 00:49 - 1 hour - 91.6 MB

Tonight, Kevin and Curt recap the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix. They talk about the Month of May being upon Indianapolis, give a rundown of the schedule for May, and talk about the Sonsio Grand Prix in two weeks. The two talk about how physical the race was, and how many strategies there were during the race. They also highlight the performance of Linus Lundqvist.  Later in the first hour of the show, the two delve back into the details of Josef Newgarden’s cheating scandal and pr...

Curt and Kevin talk about Josef Newgarden and Scott McLaughlin's disqualification, recap the Long Beach Grand Prix, and more!

April 25, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MB

Tonight, Curt and Kevin talk about the situation with Team Penske’s two top drivers, Josef Newgarden and Scott McLaughlin, getting disqualified. Newgarden lost his win at St. Pete, and McLaughlin lost his 3rd place finish. The two talk about what the problem was with the cars that got them disqualified, and how the series will handle the controversy.  Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt go to twitter to answer some listener questions, including those about the cheating scan...

Kevin and Curt recap Indy 500 Open Test and preview Long Beach race weekend!

April 17, 2024 00:55 - 1 hour - 81.6 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about last week's rain-shortened Indy 500 Open Testing, that ended up having defending winner, Josef Newgarden back on top and rookie, Kyle Larson right behind. They also read some questions from X.   Later in the show, Kevin and Curt preview the second largest race weekend of the season, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. They continue to talk about which teams look good and teams that might need to see some improvement. With...

Curt and Kevin preview the IMS Open Test, the Eclipse, give details on the Burger Bash, and more!

April 09, 2024 00:56 - 1 hour - 82.2 MB

Tonight, Curt and Kevin talk about the Solar Eclipse and the viewing party IMS put on for it. Curt talks about how many people came to the Speedway that had never been there before. Kevin and Curt speculate on how fast Ed Carpenter was going when he made his laps around IMS before the eclipse. They talk about what would have happened if IndyCar decided to have their open test on the day of the eclipse, and Kevin gives a rundown of the open test schedule.  Later in the first hour of the sho...

Curt and Kevin talk about Jerry Forsythe purchasing the Long Beach Grand Prix, talk to Mark Montieth on the new Bill Vukovich book, and more!

April 03, 2024 00:56 - 1 hour - 80.6 MB

Tonight, Curt and Kevin talk about testing at IMS coming up. They also talk about a new book that Mark Montieth uncovered written by Angelo Angelopoulos about Bill Vukovich’s racing career. They talk about the eclipse at IMS and how IndyCar’s show 100 Days to Indy will help the series gain popularity. Kevin and Curt give updates on the state of the Long Beach Grand Prix, and Jerry Forsythe buying up Kevin Kalkhovin’s stock in the race.  Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt d...

Curt and Kevin recap Thermal, what could change, Indy 500 driver predictions, and more!

March 27, 2024 01:01 - 1 hour - 84 MB

Tonight, Curt and Kevin recap IndyCar’s first non-championship race since 2008. They give a rundown of what went right and wrong at Thermal Club, what the experience was like, and the fan experience. Kevin and Curt talk about the popularity of amenities in the area, including the popularity of ice cream with the driver. Kevin gives some insight on the life of a crew member, and how tough the job is. Kevin discusses how this race will benefit the Thermal Club, and the crowd size.  Later in ...

Curt and Kevin Preview the Thermal $1 Million Dollar Challenge, Recap the 12 Hours of

March 20, 2024 00:58 - 1 hour - 81.1 MB

Tonight, Curt and Kevin preview the Thermal Challenge this weekend! They delve into the rules of the event, and what viewers can expect from the race. Curt emphasizes the entertainment of the race, and how competitive it will be with the rules. They discuss the injury situation surrounding David Malukas, Callum Ilot’s performance thus far, and the number of tires each team gets at Thermal.  Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt take a look at the weather for the Thermal Club ...

Curt and Kevin recap the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg!

March 12, 2024 01:03 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

Tonight, on an abbreviated episode of Trackside, Curt and Kevin recap the first race of the IndyCar season at St. Petersburg! They talk about Josef Newgarden’s dominating performance, and the skill that he has as a driver. They discuss Newgarden’s odds on winning the championship, and how the rest of the schedule looks, and how the schedule favors Newgarden more than other drivers. Curt points out how dominant Penske has been on the streets of St. Pete. They also talk about the Indy NXT race...

Curt and Kevin Preview the Upcoming St. Petersburg GP!

March 06, 2024 01:06 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

Tonight, on an abbreviated episode of Trackside, Curt and Kevin preview the IndyCar season opener at St. Petersburg. They talk about some of the big news of the day, including Bon Jovi’s planned appearances at St. Pete, Callum Illot taking over the #6 McLaren car for David Malukas, and the possibility of his racing at Thermal. They also talk about the likelihood of Illot finding more success in IndyCar. Dale Coyne’s lineup also was announced, and Kevin and Curt discuss their drivers for 2024...

Curt and Kevin recap Sebring testing, new rules against snaking, and ticket sales for the 500!

February 28, 2024 02:04 - 1 hour - 92 MB

Tonight, Curt and Kevin recap the IndyCar test at Sebring. They talk about the possible lineup for Dale Coyne next year, including Jack Harvey. They also talk about the budget of some teams, and what drivers like Nolan Siegel bring to the table for a team like Dale Coyne. They also talk about Colin Braun and the possibility of him competing at IMS. They also talk about Callum Illot filling in for David Malukas at McLaren, and the reason Kevin thinks Illot will be the one in the seat come tim...

Kevin and Curt Talk Nashville Superspeedway, Callum Illot Filling in for David Malukas, Preview Race Start Times, and More!

February 21, 2024 01:53 - 1 hour - 80.4 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about the IndyCar season finale being moved to Nashville Superspeedway! Curt and Kevin dive into the reasoning behind the move, how the racing will be, and talk about start times announced Tuesday. They delve into the times for each race, and why IndyCar chose the times they did.  Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin talks about testing at Homestead Miami Speedway, and about teams waiting until the last minute to announce...

Curt and Kevin talk about David Malukas' injury, possible Indy 500 entries, Kyle Larson, and more!

February 14, 2024 02:01 - 1 hour - 80.3 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they give some information on David Malukas’s hand injury, and who might replace him on the upcoming race in St. Petersburg. They discuss how the injury could put Malukas behind because he could miss a hybrid test, and even the first race of the season. They weigh some of the possible drivers that could fill in for Malukas, including Conor Daly and Tony Kanaan. They also got into some open seats and who could fill them, like Dale Coyne Rac...

Kevin and Curt Talk About Daly and Hunter-Reay Going to DRR, F1's Andretti Rejection, and more!

February 06, 2024 01:56 - 1 hour - 80.3 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about Conor Daly and Ryan Hunter-Reay signing to DRR and recap the Kyle Larson test. They talk about how important it is to have Kyle Larson competing in the Indianapolis 500 this year. Kevin discusses the success of crossover drivers from NASCAR in the past, including Robby Gordon, Tony Stewart, and John Andretti. They talked about the financial status of DRR, and the likelihood of the team going full time soon. Curt talks about...

Kevin and Curt talk about Porsche Penske winning the 24 Hours of Daytona!

January 30, 2024 02:01 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about Porsche Penske getting the overall win in the 24 Hours of Daytona with drivers Felipe Nasr, Matt Campbell, Dane Cameron, and defending Indy 500 winner, Josef Newgarden. With that came somewhat of a controversial finish as IMSA race officials ended the race prematurely. This was also Roger Penske’s first win at the 24 Hours of Daytona since 1969. They also talk about how the other IndyCar drivers performed in the race.   L...

Kevin and Curt talk about 24 Hours of Daytona Race Week, Homestead Testing, and Colin Braun Joins!

January 23, 2024 01:56 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about Simon Pagenaud’s recent social media post giving an update on his condition after the Mid-Ohio crash that took him out of contention for the remainder of last season. Then they look more into the list of IndyCar drivers who are competing in this weekend's 24 Hours of Daytona and make their picks for the race. They also talk about Brad Pitt’s upcoming racing movie that is being filmed at Daytona. They wrap up the first segme...

Kevin and Curt talk about 2024 Content Day, IndyCar in the 24 Hours of Daytona, and Simon Sikes Joins!

January 17, 2024 01:53 - 1 hour - 84 MB

Kevin and Curt talk about 2024 Content Day, IndyCar in the 24 Hours of Daytona, and Simon Sikes Joins!  Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about the recent Content Day and have their takes on the driver's perspective on how they feel about this season and in the future of the sport. They also talk about the recent Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs Wild Card Game that was streamed exclusively on Peacock, and how IndyCar could try to grow from what the NFL did...

Kevin and Curt talk about Santino Ferrucci Re-signing with A.J. Foyt Enterprises, Silly Season Updates, and the Return to iRacing!

January 10, 2024 01:58 - 1 hour - 79.7 MB

Tonight on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they discuss the recent resigning of Santino Ferrucci to A.J. Foyt Enterprises and where that leaves Benjamin Pedersen. They also discuss if Callum Ilott will make a comeback for a part-time schedule if his WEC schedule allows it. They also discuss a potential third Foyt car for the 108th Indy 500 and who could be the driver. Then they talk about who could be the final two drivers for Dale Coyne Racing. They wrap up the first segment talkin...

Kevin and Curt Talk About Sting Ray Robb Signing to A.J. Foyt Enterprises and More!

December 20, 2023 01:48 - 1 hour - 83.3 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about Josef Newgarden’s face reveal on the Borg-Warner Trophy from his recent Indianapolis 500 victory. They also discuss Sting Ray Robb’s recent signing to A.J. Foyt Enterprises and if the second car will be occupied by either Benjamin Pedersen or Santino Ferrucci. Then they close out the first segment with more talks about Honda’s negotiations with IndyCar.  Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt talk about who c...

Kevin and Curt talk about DHL moving to Ganassi, Honda considering leaving IndyCar, and silly season updates

December 13, 2023 01:55 - 1 hour - 82 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they discuss Alex Palou’s new sponsorship, DHL. They also delve into the details of Honda’s comments on leaving IndyCar if the costs to compete don’t go down. Kevin talks about the importance of the hybrid, and fan feelings on it. They also talk about the possibility of a third engine manufacturer. The two discuss the speed of the hybrid, and how it will do at Indy.  Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt talk about more det...

Kevin and Curt discuss IndyCar TV deals, talk to "Poppy" Popielarz about restoring old race cars, Steve Wittich, and more!

December 06, 2023 02:10 - 1 hour - 83.7 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, Kevin previews the upcoming show. Kevin talks about the Pacers game on national television, and how it compares to the race coming up at Thermal Club. Curt talks about how fans should keep an open mind for Thermal Club. They also talk about the NASCAR TV deal coming up, and how streaming only races will happen soon. They also compare the two TV schedules for IndyCar and NASCAR.  Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin talks about NASC...

Kevin and Curt get to know Linus Lundqvist, talk with James Hinchcliffe, and discuss Alex Palou's legal troubles

November 29, 2023 02:06 - 1 hour - 81.9 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, Linus Lundqvist joins the show live in studio! Lundqvist talks to Kevin about how it feels to be racing for Chip Ganassi Racing for 2024. He also reflects on his time with Meyer Shank Racing, and how it feels to take Marcus Ericsson’s place. He talks about how hard he worked to get the ride and get into IndyCar in general. He also talks about his humble beginnings and his early days of racing with his family running his team. Lundqvist als...

Kevin and Curt Recap the Las Vegas Grand Prix, How it Can Help IndyCar, Indy 500 Car Counts, and More!

November 21, 2023 01:56 - 1 hour - 84.2 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, the two recap the F1 race in Las Vegas, and IndyCar tickets going on sale, including Milwaukee. They also talk about why some IndyCar fans were not onboard with the Las Vegas F1 race. They also talk about circuit issues, and the manhole covers during the F1 practices, and compare them to prior IndyCar incidents. They also discuss how IndyCar can benefit from the success of F1.   Later in the first hour of the show, Curt previews an upcom...

Kevin and Curt talk about Rahal's contract renewel, Andretti F1 hopes, and the Thermal IndyCar race

November 14, 2023 01:57 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, the two talk about Graham Rahal’s renewed contract with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing. Curt highlights some of the business ventures that Rahal is currently involved in, and how he has been trying to figure out how to balance those with his racing career. They talk about how much longer Rahal plans on racing, and if his statements about racing another 5 years are true. The two discuss where Kyffin Simpson may go in IndyCar, and who may fi...

Kevin and Curt discuss Grosjean's move to Juncos, talk to Jacob Abel and Myles Rowe, and much more!

November 08, 2023 01:58 - 1 hour - 86 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, Romain Grosjean has a new home, this time with Juncos Hollinger Racing. The two talk about what this means for the team. More importantly, how Grosjean will mesh with Juncos and how he will mesh with his new teammate, Agustín Canapino. They also talk about Callum Ilott and his future in IndyCar. They also talk about who will be racing for Foyt next season.  Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin answers some tweets including one abou...

Kevin and Curt Discuss Christian Rasmussen Joining Ed Carpenter Racing!

November 01, 2023 01:07 - 1 hour - 76.4 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they discuss the press conference where Christian Rasmussen spoke for the first time since the announcement that he will be joining Ed Carpenter Racing. Additionally, they discuss the comments that Ed Carpenter made regarding the addition and then some of the other notes from the press conference. Kevin touches on the news that Callum Illott will not be returning to IndyCar. Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt tell you ho...

Kevin and Curt dive into silly season updates involving Pietro Fittipaldi, Helio Castroneves joins, and more

October 25, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 73.2 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they talk about Pietro Fittipaldi’s announcement that he is signing with Rahal for the 2024 season. The two also talk about Juri Vipps, and the role he will play in the team. They also talk about the health of the Juncos Team and Agustín Canapino, who will race for them again next year. The two bring up Ed Carpenter and who will take over the road course program for ECR this year. Curt and Kevin also talk about the overall pricing for the ...

Kevin and Curt Discuss Kyle Larson's Rookie Orientation + Silly Season Rumors!

October 18, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 80.9 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they discuss the rookie orientation that Kyle Larson went through last week at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. They dive into some of the things after he experienced driving an IndyCar for the first time, debate if Tony Kanaan would be Larson’s emergence driver if he misses the start of a race or must leave a race early because of NASCAR. Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt access the talent level of some of the other ne...

Kevin and Curt Preview the IndyCar Rookie Test, Kyle Larson, and More Legal Battles

October 10, 2023 00:55 - 1 hour - 85.5 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, there’s more racing on the oval! The annual IndyCar rookie test is this weekend and Curt and Kevin preview some of the drivers who will make turn some laps. They also talk about Kyle Larson turning his first laps in an IndyCar at the test. The two looks at the weather conditions for the day and what to expect from the hybrid motor in testing. They delve into legal matters involving Romain Grosjean. Following that, they talk about where Gro...

Kevin and Curt talk about NASCAR racing at Iowa will affect IndyCar, Andretti F1 hopes, and more!

October 04, 2023 00:57 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

Tonight, on Trackside with Kevin Lee and Curt Cavin, they discuss NASCAR’s announcement that they will be racing at Iowa a few weeks before IndyCar will race there, and how as a promoter, it is hard to have two major races that close together. They also talk about NASCAR going back on the oval for the Brickyard 400.   Later in the first hour of the show, Kevin and Curt talk about the BC39, and how Justin Grant won it all after a rain out. They also delve into some silly season driver chang...

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