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Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX
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Former Cup Series Champion and NASCAR legend Kevin Harvick gives his expert opinion on the top NASCAR storylines weekly alongside FOX Sports’ Kaitlyn Vincie and NASCAR’s Chief Hype Officer, Mamba Smith. Plus, Kevin brings some of the biggest names in sports, entertainment, and pop culture into the racing world with weekly interviews.
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Interview With Denny Hamlin’s Crew Chief Chris Gayle After Win at Las Vegas
Oct 1500:10:59Tap to summarizeKaitlyn Vincie is joined by Denny Hamlin’s crew chief Chris Gayle for this week’s Victory Lap after their thrilling win at Las Vegas. Gayle explains the critical four-tire call late in the race, what went into the decision, and how the team executed under pressure to secure Hamlin’s 60th career win and a spot in the Championship 4. They also discuss how locking into the Championship 4 early changes their strategy for Talladega and Homestead, and why this team feels more confident than ever heading into Phoenix. Chris goes deeper on his relationship with Denny Hamlin, what it’s been like taking over from Chris Gabehart, and why Joe Gibbs Racing has found so much success this season. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR TALLADEGA: https://forms.gle/Jw4H6P12RD4Qcjgd9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Las Vegas Playoff Recap: Denny Hamlin Advances to Championship 4, Byron and Blaney Struggle, NASCAR 750 HP News
Oct 1401:03:20Tap to summarizeIt was a monumental weekend in Las Vegas! Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith recap Denny Hamlin’s emotional victory, which not only secured his spot in the Championship 4, but also marked his 60th career Cup win, tying him with Harvick on the all-time list. The crew breaks down what this win means for Joe Gibbs Racing, and how it shakes up the Round of 8. Then, the team reacts to NASCAR’s massive horsepower announcement, increasing output to 750 horsepower on select tracks next season. Harvick and Kaitlyn share why they’ve been pushing for this change — but explain why they’re skeptical it will make a huge difference right away. Plus, Mamba brings the week’s best social media moments in Social Sips, and in Last Call, the crew grades Hamlin’s burnout and makes their Talladega predictions. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR TALLADEGA: https://forms.gle/Jw4H6P12RD4Qcjgd9 0:00 - Intro 5:36 - Las Vegas Recap 28:17 - Talladega Preview 35:46 - NASCAR To Boost Horsepower In 2026 43:06 - Mamba’s Social Sips 55:47 - Last Call! 1:00:06 - Submit Picks For Talladega GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Kenny Wallace Interview
Oct 900:40:41Tap to summarizeKevin Harvick is joined by former NASCAR driver and fan favorite Kenny Wallace for a wide-ranging and entertaining conversation. Together, they look back on their shared history, discuss how Kenny’s big personality helped make him so popular with fans, and why he believes today’s young drivers should embrace being more open and entertaining. Kenny also reflects on some of the biggest moments of his career, including finishing runner-up to Dale Earnhardt Sr. in his final NASCAR victory, and what he’s learned from a lifetime in racing. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR THE LAS VEGAS: https://forms.gle/St2E5pkMyJENhBum8 0:00 - Intro 0:33 - Kenny Wallace Joins The Show! 2:16 - Racing Local Dirt Tracks 6:34 - Staying Relevant 11:30 - Coming From A Racing Family 19:30 - Dale Earnhardt Sr.’s Power 22:21 - Sponsorship Back In The Day 23:28 - Pushing Earnhardt To Win At Talladega 37:09 - First Car Story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Shane van Gisbergen Interview Following His Win at the Charlotte Roval | VICTORY LAP
Oct 700:09:42Tap to summarizeShane van Gisbergen continues to dominate the NASCAR Cup Series road courses, winning his 5th straight at the Charlotte Roval — and he joins Kaitlyn Vincie on this week’s Victory Lap edition of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. SVG reflects on his thrilling Roval victory, what it means to extend his incredible road course streak, and how special this season has been for Trackhouse Racing. He also discusses his goals for the rest of the year, what has surprised him most about racing NASCAR Cup full-time, and why he’s so excited about the future. Plus, SVG reacts to the news that Connor Zilisch will join Trackhouse as a full-time Cup driver in 2026. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR LAS VEGAS: https://forms.gle/St2E5pkMyJENhBum8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Charlotte Roval Recap: SVG Wins Again, Playoff Chaos & Round of 8 Predictions
Oct 700:56:27Tap to summarizeThe NASCAR Playoffs took another wild turn at the Charlotte Roval, and Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour has it all covered. Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith react to Shane van Gisbergen’s 5th consecutive road course victory, break down which teams advanced to the Round of 8, and who fell short. They also dive into Ross Chastain’s struggles, capped by his unforgettable moment driving in reverse across the finish line. Looking ahead, the crew previews the Round of 8 starting at Las Vegas, with bold predictions for who will make the Championship 4. Mamba shares the week’s best social media moments in Social Sips, and the crew wraps up in Last Call, grading SVG’s burnout and giving their Las Vegas picks. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR LAS VEGAS: https://forms.gle/St2E5pkMyJENhBum8 0:00 - Intro 2:44 - The ROVAL Recap 26:10 - Las Vegas Preview 38:00 - Mamba’s Social Sips 46:22 - Last Call! 51:52 - Submit Picks For Las Vegas GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Bob Pockrass Interview
Oct 200:40:29Tap to summarizeKevin Harvick is joined by FOX Sports Motorsports Reporter Bob Pockrass for a wide-ranging conversation. Together, they break down the current playoff race, the biggest drama from the past two weeks, and where the championship battle stands heading into the next round. They also dive into the latest on the lawsuit involving 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports, and NASCAR, discussing what it means for teams, drivers, and the long-term future of the sport. Finally, Harvick and Pockrass explore the direction NASCAR is heading, from on-track competition to off-track changes that could shape the next era of racing. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR THE ROVAL: https://forms.gle/nFSHX1w6EZ22eg8k7 0:00 - Intro 0:34 - Bob Pockrass Joins The Show! 1:50 - Denny Hamlin Drama 4:55 - 23XI Lawsuit Developments 13:28 - Kyle Larson’s INDYCAR Future 16:15 - Kyle Busch’s Future 21:08 - Ram’s Return to NASCAR 23:22 - Ross Chastain’s Future 30:03 - Next Gen Car 33:23 - NASCAR Playoff Format Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Kansas Chaos: Chase Elliott Wins, Denny Hamlin Wrecks Bubba Wallace as Round of 12 Drama Heats Up, Roval Preview, and more!
Sep 3001:01:57Tap to summarizeKevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down a wild NASCAR weekend at Kansas, where Chase Elliott scored a thrilling win after a chaotic finish that saw Denny Hamlin wreck Bubba Wallace, costing Bubba a shot at victory. The crew dives into the fallout, analyzing the pressure Hamlin faces after being at the center of dramatic incidents two weeks in a row during the Round of 12. Looking ahead, they preview the upcoming Charlotte Roval, one of the most unpredictable races in the playoffs, and debate which contenders are most at risk as the Round of 12 continues. Mamba shares this week’s top moments on social media in Mamba’s Social Sips, and the show closes with Last Call, where the crew grades Elliott’s burnout and makes their picks for who will win at the Roval. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR THE ROVAL: https://forms.gle/nFSHX1w6EZ22eg8k7 0:00 - Intro 3:58 - Kansas Recap 32:32 - ROVAL Preview 40:34 - Mamba’s Social Sips 52:48 - Last Call! 56:43 - Submit Picks For The ROVAL GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Chase Elliott Interview Following His Win at Kansas | VICTORY LAP
Sep 2900:11:58Tap to summarizeFresh off his thrilling win at Kansas, Chase Elliott joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap on Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. Elliott opens up about what the victory means for his team moving forward in the NASCAR Playoffs, how their strong qualifying run set the tone for the weekend, and the strategy that helped them close out the race. The two also discuss Elliott’s mindset throughout the season, why his team has been able to stay so consistent, and how he’s approaching the next big challenge at the Charlotte Roval. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR THE ROVAL: https://forms.gle/nFSHX1w6EZ22eg8k7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Regan Smith Interview
Sep 2500:36:56Tap to summarizeKevin Harvick is joined by NASCAR on FOX Analyst and former Cup driver Regan Smith for an interview. The two reflect on Smith’s driving career, including the ups and downs of racing for Furniture Row Racing, the perseverance it took to stay competitive, and the story behind his unforgettable Darlington win in 2011. They also dive into how Smith feels about NASCAR today, how the sport has evolved since his driving days, and what the current generation of drivers can learn from his experiences. 0:00 - Intro 0:28 - Regan Smith Joins The Show! 5:11 - Driving For Furniture Row Racing 11:24 - Advice For Young Drivers 21:52 - Looking Back At Decisions 29:47 - Transition To Broadcasting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →New Hampshire Recap: Ryan Blaney Shines, JGR Teammates Clash & 23XI Under Pressure, Plus Kansas Preview
Sep 2300:54:43Tap to summarizeKevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith recap an eventful NASCAR weekend at New Hampshire, where Ryan Blaney scored a big win and Team Penske showed serious speed. The crew breaks down Blaney’s performance, the impressive day for Penske, and the growing drama between Joe Gibbs Racing teammates Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs. They also analyze Tyler Reddick’s struggles and what the recent performances say about the state of 23XI Racing heading deeper into the postseason. Looking ahead, the team previews Kansas Speedway and the next challenge in the Round of 12, breaking down which contenders need a strong showing to stay alive. Mamba shares the week’s top moments online in Mamba’s Social Sips, and the show wraps up in Last Call with grades for Blaney’s burnout (or lack thereof) and the crew’s picks for Kansas. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR KANSAS: https://forms.gle/EzD5tkBAAQkJqK5A8 0:00 - Intro 4:40 - New Hampshire Recap 33:37 - Kansas Preview 39:55 - Mamba’s Social Sips 46:28 - Last Call! 51:21 - Submit Picks For Kansas GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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