Drop the Hammer NASCAR: Recent Episodes

Teddy Rydquist and Ben Schueren

NASCAR podcast with two of Michigan's finest NASCAR reporters. Full of hot takes, informed opinions and laughs. Episodes out weekly

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Ben and Ted break down the exciting fuel mileage finish at Michigan. Also discuss the recent silly season news in the Toyota and Ford Camps. Plus, they each rant about Jalopnik's article on Barstool and NASCAR. And a Bristol Preview!

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Ted and Ben give their opinion on how Chase Elliott held off Martin Truex. Plus, Kyle Busch took ten steps back in maturity in his fueds on the track. How Jimmie Johnson's passion should never be questioned. And how this weekend's races at Michigan could be the craziest of the season.

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Ted and Ben talk about Denny Hamlin's emergence as a Championship favorite. Plus they dish on the faint Silly Season whispers and talk trucks on Dirt. Plus, who's going to win at Watkins Glen.

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Ted and Ben discuss another thrilling finish in the Cup Series. How Harvick's first win could propel him to his second championship. Matt DiBenidetto recorded his second top five this season, and may save his seat for 2020. How Erik Jones and Ryan Blaney are better, but not close to winning. Paul Menard and Ricky Stenhouse are the worst drivers to play enforcer. And who is going to unseat Kyle Busch at Pocono.

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Teddy and Ben Recap their experience in the Blue Grass State, including the crazy finish. Plus, why the drivers always ramp up the intensity once NBC starts coverage. And, who will take home the Lobster in New Hampshire.

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Ben and Ted recap the insaneness of Daytona. They discuss Justin Haley's win and the legitness of Spire Motorsports as a whole. Plus, they rant on the disaster of the NASCAR round table and Preview Kentucky.

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It's just Ben this week because Ted is sick. He breaks down Alex Bowman's breakthrough win and more from Chicago. Plus the news of the week with Bell, Schedules and Indy Qualifying. Plus, who will be desperate to win this weekend in Daytona.

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Ben hosts for the first time, as he and Ted discuss Martin Truex's domination at Sonoma. Plus, is this Ross Chastain's Truck Championship to lose? And, the boys tell you what to expect at Chicagoland.

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Ted and Ben Discuss Chastain's DQ and Sauter's Suspension. They also hash out where the Xfinity Series Big 3 will be driving in 2020. And, they preview Sonoma, including DW's sendoff in the FOX booth.

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Ben and Ted discuss whether the package was to blame, or Longano's dominate car for the lack of lead changes. They also debate whether late Monday races should be a part of NASCAR's future. And, who is the biggest surprise and disappointment of the 2019 season so far.

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Erik Jones' breakout last 4 races has caused him to be a legitimate contender for wins. Chase Elliott has become a serious championship contender. We preview the unknowns of the FireKeepers Casino 400

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The duo of Ben and Ted recap the 600 mile marathon in Charlotte. They also predict who their Championship 4 is right now. And preview this weekend's 400 miler in Pocono.

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Alex Bowman is runner up for a record third straight week. But, the guys think it proves that Bowman is here to stay near the front. Plus, what would be Ben and Ted's perfect All-Star Race. And, will NASCAR keep the hood air ducts if it helps the racing?

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Ted and Ben react to Monday's race at Dover. Have Bowman and Larson turned the corner? Is it time for NASCAR to ditch the Aero Package? Plus, who our picks are for Kansas

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Ben and Ted talk about their surprises and disappointments in the early season. All-Star rules package brings frustration with NASCAR's lack of consistency. We debate who would win an All-Star race among drivers who haven't won a race and preview Talladega.

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Martin Truex finally gets into the win column a week after Ben points out his stuggles. Ben and Ted recall their favorite childhood things about NASCAR. Is Kyle Larson on the hot seat?

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Ben and Ted once again hash out the Busch brothers debate at Bristol. Plus, is 2020 going to be the last year for the Spring Bristol race? And the crew talks Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott as drivers to watch for at Richmond

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Ben and Ted go over their reactions to Texas, discuss Greg Biffle's comeback and status as a Hall of Famer. Plus, Whether owner drivers will come back again, and the Busch Brothers at Bristol

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Ben and Ted debate the Martinsville race and if Texas will have enough passing. Plus, Kasey Kahne's legacy and who are Ted's biggest busts

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We discuss Kyle Busch's upcoming 200th Career win, why "Busch Whackers" shouldn't have any race limits, the pit road fight and our picks for Auto Club

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Kurt Busch and the rookies were the big winners at Atlanta, Is Jimmie Johnson's career coming to a sudden end? We make our picks for Las Vegas

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Ted and Ben say who and lost the Daytona 500. Kyle Busch my have made a mistake letting Denny Hamlin in line. We debate that the Daytona 500 should be the first race of the year. Our picks for the Folds of Honor Quiktrip 500.

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