In this episode, we talk about probably the most exciting race of the year to date, with a finish for the ages. When a car finishes in 3rd place by crossing the finish line backwards (Almirola), there’s not a better example of how exciting racing can be at Talladega Superspeedway. Ryan Blaney won his 2nd Talladega race in a row, by edging out Ricky Stenhouse Jr at the finish line. 

This week’s 6 Degrees of NASCAR features the voice of Detective Pikachu (Pokeman), Ryan Reynolds. Finally, in our Racing Through Life segment, we discuss how the NASCAR community reacted when it was first thought Bubba Wallace was targeted with an act of racism. Although it was later revealed that he wasn’t targeted, the symbolic reaction of support will go a long way in demonstrating how important it is to be an ally of those being oppressed.

(:40) Talladega Superspeedway is one of the most exciting race tracks on the NASCAR Cup Series circuit but, no lights

(10:10) A finish for the ages - with a last lap wreck that saw one car crossing the finish line backwards and Ryan Blaney winning his 2nd straight race at ‘Dega

(9:13) Denny Hamlin wins the first in-season race (since 2001) at Homestead-Miami Speedway

(17:48)  Let’s Go Racing Family Five at Talladega Superspeedway

(21:45) Next week’s NASCAR Cup Series race weekend features a Double Header at Pocono Raceway (6/27 & 6/28)

(24:15) Race Picks at next week’s race at Pocono Raceway

(28:23) Tony’s 6 Degrees of NASCAR features Ryan Reynolds (voice of Detective Pikachu - Pokeman)

(32:00) Racing Through Life - NASCAR rallies behind Bubba Wallace

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