In an episode recorded 30 years to the day that Oswego Speedway Supermodified Legend Joe Gosek achieved a dream he would never have thought possible - qualifying for the 1996 Indy 500, Host Tom Baker replays a portion of the interview he did with Gosek in 2020 where Joe recounted the entire story of his "Month of May", and the seemingly inconquerable mountain he had to climb to make it in with a last second bump day qualifying attempt, the likes of which may never happen again at the Brickyard.  

Baker celebrates Gosek's accomplishment, tells a story of his favorite "Month of May" Memory, shares news and results from sprint cars and supermodifieds, and talks about Tyler Thompson's nasty crash at Flamboro Speedway in Canada.  

Gosek's story is riveting.  Don't miss this!   

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Supermodifieds and sprint cars are the main focus of this Inside Groove episode, along with the revival of a major motorsports brand Facebook page that show host Tom Baker is leading.   

The ISMA-MSS Supermodified Tour heads to Flamboro Speedway in Canada on Saturday, and Tom discusses the entry list, some news from the track about camping, and presents an encore presentation of an earlier interview with Doug Didero, who started his career there and has family history there as well. 

Other topics include some huge news from the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Tour involving a current team owner who grew up racing, building, and owning supermodifieds, and a two-year suspension for a racer in Tennessee whose extreme anger injured two people in a speedway work area.  

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This week's episode starts with host Tom Baker providing an update on the services for Robert Metcalf, a long-time Oswego Speedway supporter and one of the show's "Superfans".  Tom also talks about another passion of Robert's that many may not know about. 

The main guest segment is an encore presentation of a 2020 conversation Tom had with former Oswego Speedway Track Manager Dick O'Brien, who does a wonderful job of combining his personal journey in motorsports with a historical inside perspective of the rise of Oswego as the "Home of Supermodifieds".  

Comedy takes over in segment three as Tom shares some stories from "Wicked Fast - Racing Through Life With Bentley Warren", but only after sharing one of the funniest lines he's ever heard, which came from a podcast earlier in the week with Bentley's...uh...adopted...brother Doug Heveron. 

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This episode begins somberly, as host Tom Baker speaks of the passing of Robert Metcalf, the founder of the FB Page "The Golden Years of Oswego Speedway", who was beloved by everyone connected to the fast 5/8-mile.  Tom shares Robert's four-year battle with throat cancer, his struggle to stay involved at the track he loved by initiating several "legacy" history projects and starting his FB page while fighting to keep his strength and speaking voice, and remembers his dedication to the "Fast 5/8-mile".  

Other topics Baker covers in this episode include the extraordinary purse and point fund increase at Oswego, a bizarre incident at Port Royal Speedway that got a 305 Sprint Car race winner banned for a year, and a big-time performance and victory for Hunter Hollenbeck in the DirtCar Sportsman series race last weekend.  

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This week's episode of the Groove features the return of Northeast race promoter Jody London.  London, the owner/promoter of three of Oswego Speedway's Budweiser Classic Weekend events, talks about the final year of his Dave London Memorial Super Stock race (the race will continue, but the DLM branding will be retired) and much more, including some fun banter about his other favorite sport - Hockey! 

Tom also talks about other Oswego Speedway and Supermodified news and views, including more about the Ray Hedger Memorial event and some fun SBS news.    

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This week's episode of the Groove features the return of Northeast race promoter Jody London.  London, the owner/promoter of three of Oswego Speedway's Budweiser Classic Weekend events, talks about the final year of his Dave London Memorial Super Stock race (the race will continue, but the DLM branding will be retired) and much more, including some fun banter about his other favorite sport - Hockey! 

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Don't miss this episode of the Inside Groove Show.  Host Tom Baker is joined by special guest Russ Brown, one of the all-time greats in Oswego Speedway SBS History.  Brownie has raced SBS, Supermodifieds, Busch North cars, and more in a storied career that began on the dirt in go-karts and continues to this day.   

Russ talks about his career, his close friend Ray Hedger, and his desire to jump back in the driver's seat in May to compete in the Ray Hedger Memorial.  This is a personal look at his journey and his relationship with one of the most prolific car builders/mechanics in Northeast short-track racing history. 

Tom also talks about legendary Johnny Benson Jr's decision to step out of the driver's seat, and more in this two-hour episode.  

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This week's 'Groove clocks in a nice listening time of just over one hour. It is all about news, views, and upcoming shows.  Host Tom Baker talks about World of Outlaws Sprint Car legend Donny Schatz, who returned to victory lane at the Talladega Short Track last week. 

He also shares some news about a special memorial race for much-loved Northeast Short-Track builder, car owner, and friend Ray Hedger that will happen at the Oswego Speedway on Saturday, May 30th, 2026, as part of their season-opening card of ISMA-MSS Supermodifieds, 350 Supers, and the SBS supermodified division. 

"Things I Saw On The Internet This week" produces two compelling questions that Tom tackles with his own thoughts and insights- one asking who is the winningest supermodified car builder, and one asking how many East Coast supermodified racers are expected to make the trek west later this year to the Open Wheel Showdown in Las Vegas.  

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In this week's episode, host Tom Baker pays tribute to the late Butch Fedewa, a legend in Midwest short track racing for nearly 30 years.  He also analyzes the exciting 15-race New England Supermodified Series schedule and has an interview with Oswego Speedway SBS racer Tony DeStevens. 

The last lap segment also delves into innovative racing designs, particularly Ken Reece's unique 1979 design with three wheels on the right and one on the left, and reflects on the history and evolution of supermodified racing, emphasizing the importance of celebrating its legacy.

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Discover the latest developments in short track racing, including Oswego Speedway's 2026-27 rule changes, driver age regulations, and how they impact racing opportunities. Plus, insights on modern tech rules, tire wars, and upcoming events in the grassroots racing scene.

In this episode:

• Breakdown of the new Oswego Speedway rule book updates for 2026-27
• The significance of driver age limits and performance evaluations
• Qualifying procedures and handicapping formats
• The traction control ban and tire regulations
• Technical specs for supermodified and crate engines, including horsepower limits
• The potential shift in car ownership and driver lineups at Jason Simmons Racing
• Insights into IHRA's track acquisitions and their impact on grassroots motorsports
• The importance of consistent tech enforcement to support fair competition
• Future race event announcements and innovative content plans for Inside Groove Pit Pass

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Host Tom Baker opens the show with a firsthand look at the past week of racing in Florida, where Speedweeks is rolling full throttle across the Sunshine State. 

From there, Baker is joined by special guest Tyler Cooper, a third-generation racer competing in the SBS division at Oswego Speedway. Cooper shares his racing story, what it means to carry a family legacy, and how he’s approaching expectations and goals as he looks ahead to the 2026 season.

Then the show takes a deep turn into history.

Baker revisits the infamous “Eddie B in ’83” moment from Budweiser International Classic lore, but not the version most fans think they know. 

By reading around the moment instead of straight through it, he uncovers a wild sequence of events that actually began years earlier and went on to shape not just the most shocking lap in Classic history, but consequences that echoed for years afterward.

This is a layered, thoughtful, story-first episode that rewards patience and focused listening. If you love racing history, context, and the threads that tie generations together, this is one you don’t want to rush.

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Episode 182 features host Tom Baker and special guest Larry Gibson in a two-hour interview talking about Larry's father, Todd's career, Larry's own race career, his family, and the Outlaw 350 Super Sprint Series, which he owns.  This is an interview not to be missed. 

Baker also announces the official launch of the all-new Inside Groove Pit Pass, and explains who it's for, and why it is designed to bring the Northeast racing and open wheel racing communities together.  

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Episode 181 features host Tom Baker and special guest Gary Mondschein, the founder of the Big J Vintage Jamboree car show, held last year at Jennerstown Speedway. The show featured vintage supermodifieds, sprint cars, Indy Cars, and more.  This year's show, set for July 30th through August 1st at Jennerstown, is expected to be even bigger, with some exciting twists.  Mondschein talks about growing up as a fan and a racer and his renaissance as the organizer of some of the most exciting vintage car shows in the nation. 

Baker also talks about Tim McCreadie's return to victory lane at Volusia County and the launch of the Inside Groove Pit Pass, coming up later this week. Don't miss this episode! 

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Episode 180 features host Tom Baker sharing some news out of the Oswego Speedway and New England 350 supermodified ranks, talking about Emerson Axsom's huge Chili Bowl win, and what may be coming for him this year as a result, and also shares some historical perspective about the upcoming Florida Speedweeks, where just about every short-track grassroots division will be competing in the month of February. 

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The 179th episode of the Inside Groove Show celebrates open wheel racing past, present, and future.  Host Tom Baker is joined by award-winning open-wheel racing journalist Jacob Seelman, who talks about his family's three-generation background in open-wheel racing from sprint cars to supermodifieds. 

Jacob shares the inspiration for joining Tom on the journey to making Steering Wheel Nation and the Inside Groove the digital home for grassroots open-wheel racing in America, and Tom also brings an encore presentation of an interview he did with one of open-wheel racing's most popular drivers ever, Bentley Warren, from 2020. 

Warren, now in his mid-eighties but still riding his Harley like someone a half-century younger, started three Indy 500s and won hundreds of races in Supermodifieds, Sprint Cars, and TQ-Midget cars over the course of his long career.  

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He explores the challenges faced by racing divisions, particularly with motor regulations and costs, and highlights the efforts to bring back excitement and community to the sport. The conversation also touches on the significance of marketing and legacy in building a sustainable future for racing.

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Tom also talks about a new tech tool that is in action at the Tulsa Shootout that can detect chemicals on tires.  He talks winter snow in the Northeast and shares a story from his school years about one magical musical winter day, and wraps up the 2025 broadcast season by revealing even more about the upcoming launch of the new digital home for grassroots open wheel racing in the USA, the Inside Groove Pit Pass.  

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The show features a reprise of an interview with Sandy Swift Downey, highlighting her father's legacy at Oswego Speedway. 

Tom also shares updates on the Inside Groove Pit Pass, emphasizing its role in connecting fans with drivers and racing history. The episode concludes with holiday wishes and a look forward to 2026.

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The show ends with a "time machine" trip back to 1972 and the "Series 72" Modified Series race at Oswego Speedway. 

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In this episode of the Inside Groove Show, host Tom Baker learns about building a Supermodified car from special guest Bob Bogwicz, who shares his own experience building his own supermodified car. The conversation delves into the recent developments in short track racing, particularly the IHRA's new initiatives aimed at making racing more affordable and accessible. The episode also further highlights the launch of the Inside Groove Pit Pass, a community-driven platform for racing enthusiasts, and discusses upcoming racing events.

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00:00 Introduction to Inside Groove Show and Guest

08:51 The Impact of IHRA on Short Track Racing

23:05 Interview with Bob Bogowitz

36:21 Inside Groove Pit Pass and Upcoming Events

This episode marks a transition point for the Inside Groove Show.  Host Tom Baker takes us on a journey of past, present and future in order to explain why the Inside Groove Pit Pass has been created, and he talks about the recent North-South Shootout Supermodified Show at Caraway Speedway, the finale of the 2025 ISMA/MSS Series Season.  He also celebrates the 2026 ISMA-MSS Schedule and the 2026 Oswego Speedway schedule. 

The show is wrapped in a theme of how the 25th Anniversary Eagle Program from 1975 (Oswego Speedway) triggered an idea for the Inside Groove Pit Pass, which will be launched in December and will seek to recreate much of the energy, style, and behind-the-scenes content that made the Eagle a must-have weekly part of our Oswego racing experience.  

He also shares the other facets of the Pit Pass Subscription, including discounts from partner businesses and not one but two iRacing Sim Series - a fan vs driver series featuring Oswego drivers competing against fans in Modifieds at Oswego Speedway (offseason) and a national Sim Series that will run monthly beginning in December featuring NASCAR and other "big track" events.  

Don't miss this show - it's a long one, but it is a new beginning for the Inside Groove brand and its fans/supporters! 

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This week's show once again begins on a somber note, as host Tom Baker remembers long-time SBS builder/owner Ray Hedger, who passed away recently.  Baker reads tributes from Bryan Haynes, who currently drivers a Hedger Chassis for owner Jeff Carson and who won his only SBS Classic win in 2015 in a Hedger car he owned, and Brian Sobus, who owned and drove a Hedger Chassis.  Tom also adds his own reflections about Ray.  

Sandusky Speedway is running perhaps its final race ever this weekend, and Baker previews the 350 Supermodified portion of the event, which features several Oswego Speedway racers.  He also talks about what losing Sandusky could mean to Midwest Supermodified racing, and encourages all Supermodified fans to enter the Oswego Eagles Fan Club raffle for a complete driver/crew imaging package from Radical Race Gear.  

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This show starts once again on a somber note, as host Tom Baker celebrates the life of long-time Oswego Speedway supporter Lenny Lagoe, who passed away just before Classic at the age of 70.  A long-time crew member on several teams, most notably the Gioia Racing team, Lenny was a great friend to all. 

Mike McVetta had a near-perfect day at Evans Mills Raceway Park.  Once he got past an oil leak early, he ripped off quick time and went on to win the John Burr Memorial ISMA/MSS Classic race, and with it came his third championship - one with ISMA, one with MSS and now, one with the combined Touring Series. 

Baker engages Mike about the weekend, his crazy season, and why he started the year with the plan of only running a few shows. 

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The 69th running of the Budweiser Classic Weekend at the Oswego Speedway is over, and Groove host Tom Baker has a full breakdown of each day, each race, and some of the "sidebar" stories from throughout the weekend.  

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This week's upbeat Inside Groove Show is all about the Oswego Speedway! The 69th Annual Budweiser Classic Weekend is upon us, and Tom Baker breaks it all down, talks about who we should expect to compete in the three supermodified divisions, and tells us who he thinks is going to win those three events.  

Promoter Jody London joins the show to talk about the 17th Annual Dave London Memorial Super Stock event scheduled for Friday night along with the New York Compaq Classic and the DCR Performance Sportsman Modified Classic scheduled for Saturday.  He promotes all three, and he has the inside scoop on who's racing and what we should be watching.  

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This week's lengthy Inside Groove Show begins with some news about a former Oswego Speedway supermodified race winner returning to Central New York's Motorsports Scene as Max McLaughlin straps back into a dirt modified.  Then host Tom Baker honors one of the most impactful personalities in all of Supermodified history, sharing his thoughts about Mark Letcher, a former driver/crew member who was forever the class clown (in the most endearing way), and who passed away at the age of 90 from cancer. 

In the spirit of joining the rising call to vote supermodified legend Brian Herb into the Oswego Speedway Hall of Fame, Tom presents the interview he did with Brian on an earlier 'Groove show from 2020 as an encore and his vote.  He also recaps the messy Mr. Supermodified night of racing and previews the upcoming championship weekend.  

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This week's Inside Groove is all about the final two regular-season shows at the Oswego Speedway.  Host Tom Baker breaks down all three Supermodified divisions from current point standings to what to expect this weekend in the "Mr." races (including the $10k to win Mr. Supermodified event), reviews last week's five features at the Fast 5/8-Mile, and all the news you need to know heading into this weekend. 

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In this powerful and wide-ranging edition of Inside Groove, host Tom Baker takes us through a show filled with heart, horsepower, and hope.

🔶 The episode opens on a somber but important note, as Tom offers a reflection and prayer request for Stewart Friesen, who suffered a fractured pelvis and leg in a brutal crash at Autodrome Drummond. The discussion includes a serious look at racer safety, answers the debate about whether Stewart should be racing Modifieds, and why we can never take life for granted.

🔶 Then it’s onto something truly uplifting — Jeff Abold joins the show to talk about Team Abold’s massive bike giveaway at Oswego Speedway, where 118 bikes were gifted to local kids. Jeff also shares his candid take on the state of big block Supermodified racing and ideas to secure its future.

🔶 Next up, Dave Shullick Jr. checks in fresh off his win in the ISMA/MSS Hy-Miler Classic at Sandusky Speedway. DJ breaks down how the new car handled, why it worked, and what machine he plans to wheel when he returns to Oswego.

🔶 Tom wraps the show with a breakdown of Hy-Miler action, including the Brandon Bellinger bombshell — the former Oswego champ showed up with the Todd Stowell-built 89 Extreme Chassis, creating buzz ahead of the Budweiser International Classic. What does it mean for his chances? Tom has thoughts on this and the upcoming Retro Night show at Oswego.

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In this heartfelt episode of The Groove, host Tom Baker opens the show by paying tribute to Jim Schefcick, whose passion for Oswego Speedway and supermodified racing led him to Osetek Racing, where he handled PR and marketing.  Schefcick went home to heaven after a courageous 15-month battle with Glioblastoma, an incurable form of brain cancer.  

Long-time "super" fan Larry Trenca returns to the show to talk about his road trip to Jennerstown Speedway for the Atlantic Coast Old Timers Big J Vintage Jamboree, where no less than 7 supermodifieds from past eras, including Larry's restored Gioia Baby Ruth car, and over 50 total cars, converged on the Western PA oval for a two-day car show that proved most interesting and full of surprises.  

Tom also wraps up the July 19th Oswego Speedway show, discussing Dawson Hawksby's historic win, "Juicebox Josh" Sokolic's return to victory lane, and an emotional triumph for Dan Kapuscinski in the SBS division, which came with an unexpected announcement. 

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In this jam-packed episode of the Inside Groove Short Track Show, Host Tom Baker welcomes ISMA/MSS Great Lakes Classic Winner Mike McVetta, who talks about his season, his big win at Berlin Raceway, and offers some thoughts on the future of supermodified racing.  Baker also recaps the latest Oswego Speedway race weekend, which saw one of the most dramatic SBS race events in Speedway history and a first-time winner in the 350 Supermodified division.  

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Summary

In this episode of the Inside Groove Show, host Tom Baker discusses recent racing events at the Oswego Speedway, including insights on competitors and performances. He shares personal reflections on the significance of racing victories, particularly in light of health challenges faced by members of the racing community. The episode features interviews with notable figures in racing, including Mike Bruce, who discusses his recovery and plans in the sport, two Oswego Speedway winners from July 5, 2025 (Kyle Perry and Dave Shullick, Jr., and Ohio-based 350 racer Sawyer Stout.

Takeaways

Tom Baker expresses gratitude for the support of listeners during a challenging month.
The racing at Oswego Speedway was highlighted as particularly exciting, especially in the SPS and 350 divisions.
Baker emphasizes the importance of recognizing the achievements of drivers, regardless of their starting positions.
He reflects on the competitive nature of the SPS division and its resurgence in recent years.
Baker shares a heartfelt moment regarding Jim Schefcik's health challenges and the emotional impact of racing victories.
The episode includes interviews with Mike Bruce, who discusses his injury and recovery process.
Baker notes the camaraderie and support within the racing community during tough times.
The significance of personal connections in racing is highlighted through Baker's interactions with drivers and teams.
Baker plans to share more about his experiences at the Oswego Speedway, including food recommendations.
The episode concludes with a focus on the future of racing and the excitement surrounding upcoming events.

Titles

Inside the Groove: Racing Reflections
The Heart of Racing: Triumphs and Trials

Sound bites

"The racing was really good."
"I can't tell you how moved I was."
"Jim is just so strong. He's such a fighter."

Chapters

00:00 Welcome and Show Overview
01:23 Recap of Recent Racing Events
03:44 Insights on Racing Performance and Competitors
11:15 A Serious Note: Health Challenges in Racing
15:29 Interviews with Racing Personalities

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In this episode of the Inside Groove Show, host Tom Baker discusses various topics related to racing, including an interview with Robbie Worth, reflections on family in the racing community, and a new children's book titled 'Icebreakers.' He also recaps recent races, shares updates on his television show, and emphasizes the importance of family connections in the sport. The episode highlights the growth of the racing community and the legacy of figures like Dale Earnhardt.

takeaways

• The importance of family in racing is a recurring theme.
• Robbie Worth shares insights about his racing plans and family business.
• The new book 'Icebreakers' is a great resource for young hockey fans.
• Recent races at Delaware and Lancaster showcased strong participation.
• Family connections in racing are significant and enduring.
• Television show updates reveal a growing audience and content.
• The 2025 season at Oswego is shaping up to be unique.
• Building a digital community in racing is a priority for Tom.
• Dale Earnhardt's legacy continues to influence the sport.
• The racing community is a family that extends beyond blood relations.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Show Overview

02:36
Family in Racing: A Personal Reflection

13:02
Hockey and Community Connections

24:31
Racing Updates and Family Legacy

50:36
Building a Racing Community: A Vision for the Future

57:02
The Evolution of Stock Car Racing Communities

01:00:22
NASCAR's Changing Demographics and Community Impact

01:06:01
Family Ties in Racing: Generational Connections

01:12:13
The Importance of Community in Motorsports

01:20:21
Reflections on Racing and Relationships

01:30:54
Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Fan Interaction

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takeaways

• Short track racing is experiencing a revival with several tracks reopening.
• Andy Jodway's return to Oswego Speedway marks a significant moment in local racing history.
• Misconceptions about the decline of short-track racing are unfounded; it is evolving instead.
• The Ararat Bullring's reopening is a testament to grassroots racing's resilience.
• West Virginia Motor Speedway's new ownership brings hope for its future.
• The economic impact of short track racing is substantial, contributing billions to local economies.
• Community engagement is crucial for the success of short-track racing.
• Promoters must connect with fans to ensure a thriving racing environment.
• Short track racing offers a unique and accessible experience compared to larger series.
• The future of short-track racing looks promising with ongoing efforts to improve and promote it.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Short Track Racing

03:24
Myths and Misconceptions in Short Track Racing

35:51
Interview with Andy Jodway

38:26
Revival of the Ararat Bullring

46:30
West Virginia Motor Speedway's Comeback

52:11
The Economic Impact of Short Track Racing

57:27
Challenges and Opportunities in Short Track Racing

We have a delightful story this week as Mackenzie Coleman joins the show. For 13 years, Mackenzie was a trophy queen at Oswego Speedway. Her older brother raced for a short time in the SBS division, and now it is her turn to hop behind the wheel! She will drive the No. 29 Greg O'Connor-owned SBS car this season, with her first race being Oswego's opening day.  She joins the show to talk about her decision and we're happy to have her on this episode. 

This past week, we've seen some photos and discussion about the Ed Cloce No. 69 "Hemi Hawk" Turbo-powered supermodified that raced at Oswego in the 1970s.  We remembered our interview with Cloce from a Jimmy Shampine tribute episode in 2020, and we decided to "encore" it this week and talk about this car, which we think is one of the coolest supermodifieds ever built.  

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In this episode, long-time Central New York race driver, builder and fan Bob Andrews reflects on his racing career, which spans both dirt and asphalt, and shares his thoughts on the current racing scene in an interview that spans over two hours.

Baker gives us some news and analysis concerning registrations for the 2025 Oswego Speedway season as well.  

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In this episode, we go back to 2019 for an encore presentation of the interview Tom did with 1977 Oswego Speedway Track Champion Kempton Dates, and then go back even further to 1975 as Tom takes us through an eventful Port City 150 race that featured almost 90 cars in the pits and some of the greatest short track drivers in history. 

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In this episode, Tom talks with popular SBS and 350 Supermodified racer Noah Ratcliff about his recent announcement that he will be competing full-time in both divisions at the Oswego Speedway this year.   

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In this episode, rising North Country (NY) dirt track racer Jackson Gill is the featured guest. 

Tom also talks about the Oswego Speedway booth at the recent motorsports trade show, a prophetic "Big Question" from a 1972 Eagle program, and the increasing optimism around supermodified racing in 2025.  

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Takeaways

Jackson Gill comes from a long line of racers.
He started racing go-karts at the age of five.
Transitioning to big cars felt like a slow motion experience.
Success in go-karts built his confidence for bigger competitions.
Racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway was a dream come true.
Bristol's dirt track provided a unique racing challenge.
Family support is crucial in his racing career.
He aims to win a championship in the upcoming season.
Engaging with fans is important for his racing brand.
Jackson is focused on balancing work and racing aspirations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Inside Groove Spotlight
00:54 Jackson Gill's Racing Heritage
02:23 Early Beginnings in Racing
04:42 Transitioning to Big Cars
08:40 Racing Success in Go-Karts
10:01 Experiences in Sportsman Racing
11:49 Racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway
14:20 Memorable Races and Tracks
19:07 Balancing Work and Racing
21:21 Support from Family and Sponsors
23:57 Plans for the Upcoming Season

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Hard-working race promoter Jody London, one of Tom's favorite guests, returns to the show to talk about his expanded Oswego Speedway Super Stock schedule for 2025, with three races during the year leading up to the Dave London Memorial on Classic Weekend. 

Tom also talks about the uptick in popularity of the tour-type modified division in the South and the spotlight he feels it shines on modifieds as a whole.  He also takes us back 50 years to the start of the 1975 season to begin a recurring 50-year flashback segment with a preview of the Oswego Speedway racing scene, and talks about an indoor kart race he recently announced that...well...let's just say he spent a day the Blues City Kart Nationals - literally.   

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The first show of 2025 kicks off with a bang, as Josh Sokolic, a Northeast short-track racer rising quickly in popularity, joins the show to talk about his new big block supermodified ride for this season at the Oswego Speedway, teaming up with Tyler Thompson for a two-car Jason Simmons Racing effort.  Along the way, Sokolic also reveals what other cars he has at his disposal, and one that not many people know about! 

Baker discusses the reason for the show's two-month sabbatical (with a very important question for the audience regarding the show's potential elevation to video!), shares his thoughts on the ISMA/MSS Carolina race that took place in November, previews next week's show, and also talks about why he believes there is so much optimism around short-track racing in the USA this season as well.  

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This episode kicks off the expanded short-track coverage with Tom talking about the huge announcement that NASCAR and Whelen Engineering have increased the total championship prize money for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour by 250 percent for 2025 and beyond, and have increased the winner's purse and start money significantly as well.  A review of the 2025 schedule is included in this segment.   

Next, Oswego Speedway competitor Mike Bruce, one of the only racers to have competed in all three supermodified divisions at Oswego in the same season, joins the show to talk about his year and the upcoming ISMA MSS $10k to win event as part of the North-South Shootout at the Caraway Speedway in Asheboro, North Carolina on November 7 and 8.  Bruce speaks candidly about his views on Oswego's Budweiser Classic Weekend, the downforce changes to the big block supermodifieds, and his plans for 2025.  

Finally, Baker reviews the latest entry list for Caraway's big race, shares the details of the weekend's schedule, and talks about the other divisions competing at the North-South Shootout.  

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This episode begins a new era of expanded short-track coverage for the show, but the supermodifieds are still the headline attraction.  Baker provides a preview of the upcoming ISMA MSS Carolina Classic event at Caraway Speedway on November 8 and 9, talking about who will be racing and the potential for this event to grow significantly in year two.    

Next, Dave London Memorial winner Andy Cryan joins the show to discuss his big win on Classic Weekend and his background and career in Western New York racing. 

Finally, Baker talks about the genesis of the show's expansion to cover other short-track divisions and the expanded audience it can bring to the supermodified coverage.  

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This special kickoff show for the 68th Budweiser International Classic Weekend at Oswego Speedway features over two hours of content that first takes you back 50 years to the 1974 season - the golden age for the Modified Sportsman division at Oswego.  Remember the cars and stars, up to 80 strong, that would converge on the "Steel Palace" for their big race of the season, and how big a part of Classic Weekend that race became once it moved to the Saturday night slot.  

Next, Baker celebrates the part of the Classic "family" that has been coming from North of the border in Canada to the speedway for most of its storied history.  Remembering as many Canadian competitors as he can, the images conjured up in this segment of some of the most exciting moments ever witnessed will be different for each listener based on their age and time going to the track. 

Finally, the talk turns to a weekend preview with entry lists, testing schedules, and predictions.  

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With the Budweiser International Classic Weekend just around the corner, host Tom Baker invites Jody London to talk up the Dave London Memorial, the NYS Compact Classic, and the Saturday Sportsman Modified race, all of which he promotes.  Find out who to watch, how many cars will be on hand, and why the "fast 5/8-mile" is such a big stage for these divisions.  

Tom recaps championship weekend, shares his thoughts on the controversy surrounding newly-crowned track champion Dave Shullick and the 95 team and then talks about some classic history and some top drivers who tried as hard as they could but never got to wear the famed classic wreath. 
     

Don't miss the insights and opinions in this special 150th episode of the Inside Groove Show.  

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For 8 years the "Mow For Dough" was a part of Oswego Speedway's Budweiser International Classic Week.  A lawn mower race that started with an off-handed comment and turned into a little more than anyone bargained for, provided some hilarious entertainment at the track and raised a tidy sum of money for charity in the process.  Co-Founder Larry Trenca shares some crazy stories about this event and talks about some of his favorite classic moments in this episode. 

Baker shares his thoughts on the "Mister" triple-header that saw Otto Sitterly pick up the Mr. Supermodified win, Josh Sokolic become Mr. 350 Supermodified and Alex Hoag put his No. 41 in victory lane for the Mr. SBS title.  He also looks ahead to what might be the largest field of big block supermodified classic entrants in years.  
     

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This show is very special, with featured guest Andrew Schartner sharing the emotion and thought processes behind his final drive in the No. 18 SBS car he and his father, Karl Schartner, built for competition at the Oswego Speedway. The race took place on July 6th, 2024, and was known as the Karl Schartner Memorial race.  Andrew went out and won it.  Hear him talk of it and more in this candid interview. 

The second guest on this week's show is now two-time 350 Supermodified winner Talen Hawksby, who talks about his season-to-date and becoming the first of the three generations of "Hawksby drivers" to crack the elusive victory lane at Oswego. 
     

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This week's featured guest is Jeff Abold, the most recent feature winner at the Oswego Speedway. 
     

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This week's show features promoter Randy Maggio from Lorain Raceway Park talking about this weekend's ISMA/MSS Super Crown Nationals, and Tom recapping the first few shows of 2024 at the Oswego Speedway.      

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This week's show features "Double Deuce" Mike Bruce talking about doing "double duty" in 2024 - taking on both the Big Block Supermodifieds and the 350 Supermodified class at Oswego Speedway.    

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There are a handful of races in the world that are considered to be iconic.  The 24 Hours of Lemans.  The Rolex 24 at Daytona.  The Daytona 500.  The Bathurst 1000.  The Indy 500. 

Of all of those, only one is considered "The Greatest Spectacle In Racing". 

The Indy 500, for most of its first 100 years, was one of the most grueling and difficult races to qualify for, let alone to compete in and finish.  It's the pinnacle of almost any racer's career. 

Joe Gosek, a small-town racer from Oswego, New York, had become one of the top supermodified racers in the Northeast over the previous 15 seasons, winning the Budweiser International Classic at the Oswego Speedway and numerous other events in cars that were increasingly becoming mini-indy cars.

In 1996, he and some close friends put together enough resources to take a shot at the Indy 500.  They had a ride with a team whose cars were "well used", and the ups and downs of Joe's month to qualify for the event became the stuff of legends. 

Joe tells his story as only he can, and it is a story worth telling and hearing. 

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This week's show gets in-depth about some recent supermodified news, as New England racer Mike Netishen talks about his decision to purchase a big block supermodified to go racing with on a part-time basis at Oswego Speedway this season.  Ohio's AJ Lesiecki announces that he's stepping out of the seat for a handful of shows to allow one of the USA's top open-wheelers, Kody Swanson, to make his supermodified debut.    

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Small Block Supermodified (SBS) racer Jesse Bearup is this week's featured guest on an episode that runs over two hours.  Bearup talks about his background, and his career off the track, and speaks in detail about his past, present, and future racing goals. 

As supermodified legend Gary Allbritain continues to recover from some recent health challenges, Baker has an encore presentation of his interview with Gary from Episode 28, and he also reads an interesting "Drivers Wives Big Question" from a 1975 Oswego Speedway Eagle program and wonders what would happen if that same question were posed today.  

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Welcome to Episode 142 of the Inside Groove Show, the nation's premier Supermodified and Northeast short track podcast hosted by Tom Baker and produced by Steering Wheel Nation.

This episode is a bit of a roller coaster, as Tom Baker meets a new friend and shares a heartfelt goodbye to an old one.  2024 Supermodified rookie Jr. Farrelly, a longtime Canadian supermodified fan who has raced late models for many years, joins the show to talk about why it was the right time for him to live his dream of jumping into a methanol monster to compete at the famed Oswego Speedway, a track he and his family grew up attending.  

Tom also says goodbye to long-time friend Karl Schartner, the father of SBS racer Andrew Schartner, who passed away last month at the age of 76.  Tom talks about meeting Karl and Andrew when Andrew started racing at age 9, shares stories of his time spent in and outside of racing with Karl, and pays tribute to the man who made a life-long impact on everyone whose lives he touched.  

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Welcome to Episode 141 of the Inside Groove Show, the nation's premier Supermodified podcast hosted by Tom Baker and produced by Steering Wheel Nation.

In this episode, we have a special guest - Jeff Carson, the current owner of the No. 10 car that Mike Fowler raced in the SBS division in 2023. Jeff shares his experiences as a former supermodified owner, winning multiple features with Joe Gosek and working with other top racers. His family's deep roots in Oswego Speedway and supermodified racing shine through as he talks about their history as fans and supporters of the sport.

But that's not all - Tom Baker also has exciting news about our new studio and a partnership with POWERTube TV, bringing you even more high-quality motorsports content in the future. Plus, we send healing thoughts to Gary Allbritain, a legendary racer facing a tough road to recovery after a recent stroke.

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Learn about Smith's racing background, his passion for and accomplishments to date with TQ Midget racing, their first year of racing in Florida during Speedweeks at the Showdown Series race at Auburndale, and some of the supermodified competitors who have started in TQ Midgets.

Baker celebrates the careers of three former supermodified racers who have passed away since the start of the year - Shannon Groves, Ralph Clark, and early 60's series pioneer Art Bennett, and he closes with a funny story about his apparent "twin". 

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Don't miss this interview with one of the many Canadian competitors that have graced the track over the years, and listen for some creative insight about how to generate all-important sponsorship dollars for your team.

Baker also talks about the 2024 ISMA/MSS Schedule, and can hardly contain his excitement about supermodifieds racing in North Carolina again for the first time in over 20 years.  

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Baker also talks about a growing number of "super" opportunities that could help to generate new interest in the division nationally, and asks an important question of those who are in decision-making power right now across the board.

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West Coast Supermodified racer Mark Pasquale discusses SpeedTour and the revival of West Coast Supermodified racing, and talks about the upcoming Open Wheel Showdown in Las Vegas.

Don't miss this in-depth episode filled with even more information, opinion and excitement for what could become one of the biggest supermodified races anywhere in the nation each year.   

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Host Tom Baker is joined by two special guests for this episode.  Showdown promoter and winning racer himself Davey Hamilton, Jr. gives us a complete rundown of what's happening with this huge event through the eyes of a promoter, talking about how much he's learning from this first experience. 

Oswego Speedway's 2023 Budweiser International Classic Champion David Danzer follows Hamilton for a nearly 90-minute discussion about his life in the sport, his big Classic win, his thoughts on some of the car modifications coming for 2024 at Oswego to encourage passing, and his decision to haul out west to run the Showdown and give it a solid East-West flavor.

Don't miss this in-depth episode filled with information, opinion and a double dose of energy and excitement for what could become one of the biggest supermodified races anywhere in the nation each year.   

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Camden Proud joins us from Norway to talk all things Oswego and even a bit of breaking news out of the SBS division for '24 (hint - Someone bought another car and it wasn't Rich Wirth!).

Then four-time Oswego 350 Classic winner Jeffrey Battle spends over an hour talking about his background, some real talk about the 350 supers and his plans for next year, and he tries his best to reason out the NESS wing ding thing as well.  

Baker wraps it up with the final edition of What's In a Number, as the 35 takes center stage as to its relevance to Oswego and supermodified history - affording the opportunity to talk about a Louisiana racer who made a unique transition back in the 70's and a hard-nosed driver and team who called Michigan home except on Saturday nights in the 1970's.   

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Host Tom Baker glances at the newly-announced 2024 Oswego Speedway schedule and shares some thoughts on the unfortunate schedule conflict between the 2nd Annual John Burr Memorial ISMA Classic at Evans Mills and the returning Star Speedway Classic, which both are running on the same weekend.

What's In A Number?  The Number 34 is on deck today and Baker talks about its relevance to Oswego Speedway and supermodified history.   

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What's In A Number?  The Number 33 is on deck today and Baker talks about its relevance to Oswego Speedway and supermodified history.   

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What's In A Number?  The Number 32 and another great opportunity for Baker to dive into the history of Soule Racing, including father Jim, son Danny and the many drivers that have driven for this family-owned organization for over 50 years. 

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Welcome to episode 131 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.

Third-generation racer Talon Hawksby is the special guest on this week's episode.  Host Tom Baker talks with Talon about his earliest Oswego memories, who his favorite drivers were growing up as a fan, his involvement on all sides of his own young racing career and where he'd like to go in the future.

Baker also uses this opportunity to talk about other multi-generational families and shares memories of their accomplishments and impact at Oswego Speedway to-date. 

What's In A Number?  The Number 31 and its relevance to Oswego Speedway and supermodified racing is this week's segment focus, and Tom talks about Jim Gray, one of the nicest gentlemen to ever strap into a supermodified, and the unique race cars he built throughout his career. 

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Welcome to episode 130 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.

Host Tom Baker takes us back nearly 50 years to 1976, when the Oswego Speedway and those in supermodified racing were pondering whether or not to ban four wheel drive capability in the class.  In an article published in the 1976 Classic Yearbook written by John Hill, all sides of the issue are presented, letting us gain some insight into the factors going into the ultimate decision to enact the ban following that season. 
 
Camden Proud joins Baker to break down the recent John Burr Classic for the ISMA Supers at Evans Mills along with the SBS shows there and at Lancaster's US Open.

What's In A Number?  The Number 30 and its relevance to Oswego Speedway and supermodified racing is this week's segment focus, and Tom talks about Slammin' Sammy Carista and the Carista family among others who carried that number through the years.    

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Welcome to episode 129 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.

This week's episode starts off with host Tom Baker paying tribute to the late Leona Shampine Barnett, the "better half" behind supermodified legend Jimmy Shampine's career who passed away recently.
  
350 Supermodified Rookie Brendan Young joins the show to talk about his family's long-time relationship with Oswego Speedway and supermodifieds and how his own journey evolved from Oswego Speedway fan to Quad racer to 350 Supermodified rookie. 

What's In A Number?  The Number 29 and its relevance to Oswego Speedway and supermodified racing is this week's segment focus, and Tom discusses the supermodified racer turned world champion luge competitor - Don Haas, Jr who had the 29 for a few years.    

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CREATORS & GUESTS

Welcome to episode 128 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.

The 67th Annual Budweiser Classic Weekend  at the Oswego Speedway had lots of twists and turns, and host Tom Baker is joined by track PR coordinator/supermodified racer Camden Proud to break down all three events and what made the weekend special. 

Tom also reads a handwritten account from veteran supermodified motor builder turned restoration enthusiast Doug Holmes of the restoration of the Immortal "Little Deuce", which made its first appearance at the track since 1974 and was driven for some "warm" laps by its most famous racer, Bentley Warren. 

What's In A Number?  The Number 28 belongs to "The Red Creek Rocket" Kempton Dates, and Tom reads the foreword he wrote for the Kemp Dates scrapbook compiled by Faye and Jody Dates to pay tribute to the 1977 Track Champion.

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Welcome to episode 127 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.

The 67th Annual Budweiser Classic Weekend  at the Oswego Speedway had lots of twists and turns, and host Tom Baker begins unpacking all that went into the weekend with the first Classic Recap show.  Dave Danzer got his first ever win in the 200-lap Supermodified Classic, and Tom caught up with him after the race was over for a "winnerview" presented on this show. 

Joe Gosek is as old as the race itself - 67, and began competing in it back in 1980.  Speculation before the race centered around whether or not the former Indy 500 competitor would retire after the race, and Tom got Joe to answer the question...sort of.  Hear that interview in this show as well. 

What's In A Number?  Well, the Number 27 contains some interesting history at the Oswego Speedway in supermodified racing, and Tom gets to the bottom of at least most of that in this episode. 

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CREATORS & GUESTS

Welcome to episode 126 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.

This is a "classic" episode of The Groove Show, as host Tom Baker takes us back 50 years to relive the 1973 International Classic 200 at the famed Oswego Speedway.  Beginning the show with some fun facts from that year, Tom sets a humorous tone for the rest of the episode, using the 1974 Classic Program to recap Kenny Andrews' somewhat controversial '73 win, after brushing wheels with the Immortal "Little Deuce" of Jimmy Winks in a pass for the win.  Then, he reads one of the funniest "Iver The Driver" columns ever written - taking us through a "dream" Iver had that it was the year 2024, the Classic was 68 years old and we'll let you listen to hear the rest - we don't want to spoil it for you!  This episode's What's In A Number segment discusses the number 26, and Tom finishes with an update on Dave Shullick Jr's status for this year's Classic and another little bit of news. 

Don't miss this one-of-a-kind episode of The Groove!

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Welcome to episode 125 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.

Show host Tom Baker talks with 2023 Oswego Speedway supermodified track champion Dave Shullick, Jr.  Dave won the championship last weekend without having to start the feature, which was fortunate, because he's nursing a broken finger from a crash that took place on August 12th.  Shullick talked about his season, the road to the championship and his status for Classic Weekend.

Supermodified racer / Oswego Speedway PR Coordinator Camden Proud joined Baker for a recap of the Championship Night events, and the pair continued to to preview the upcoming 67th Annual Budweiser International Classic Weekend at Oswego.   Tom talks about the relevance of the No. 25 in Oswego Speedway supermodified history.

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Welcome to episode 124 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.

Show host Tom Baker talks with Jeff Abold, who made supermodified history when he won the Sandusky Hi-Miler Classic recently, joining a handful of the best to ever strap into a super in winning the "triple crown" - the Budweiser International Classic at Oswego Speedway, the Star Speedway Classic and the Hi-Miler.  Jeff walks through his historic weekend and discusses his up and down Oswego season to-date. 

Supermodified racer / Oswego Speedway PR Coordinator Camden Proud also returns to the show to talk about last week's ISMA/MSS Winged Challenge race and to preview the upcoming 67th Annual Budweiser International Classic Weekend at Oswego.   Tom talks about the relevance of the No. 24 in Oswego Speedway supermodified history.

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Welcome to episode 123 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation. Show host Tom Baker is joined by Josh Sokolic, whose supermodified debut at the Oswego Speedway last weekend almost overshadowed Mike Ordway's win in the ISMA/MSS Challenge Series race, and two-time 2023 Oswego winner Mike Bruce.

Sokolic talks about the last minute call to jump into the Soule Racing 32 supermodified for the race, which was postponed from Saturday to Sunday by rain, and how the game plan changed as raceday morning unfolded.  He also updates us on the progress of solving the mechanical gremlin that climbed into his own 350 super over the weekend.     

Bruce joined the show to recount his two wins on the season, shared some insightful perspective on the announcement that the winner's share of the upcoming 67th Annual Budweiser International Classic had gone from $15,000 to $20,000, and talks about the array of race cars currently in his shop and what his plans are for them in the future.  

This week's "What's in a number?" segment features the No. 23, as Tom talks about its relevance in Oswego Speedway and Supermodified history.     

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Welcome to episode 122 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation. In our second straight extra-distance episode, our host Tom Baker is joined by two first-time winners at the Oswego Speedway - SBS racer Tony DeStevens and Supermodified racer Camden Proud.

Proud not only dishes about winning the supermodified feature on his first night out this year after several months of health challenges with his father, Tim Proud, who got his first Oswego win in the SBS class last season, he also joins Tom for a lively recap of last weekend's races and a look ahead to the rest of the year.   

DeStevens win in the SBS class was made even more special by the fact that just two weeks ago he suffered a hard crash into the infamous Oswego steel wall and his older brother Joey literally slept in the garage making repairs in six nights to get the car ready to race again.  

This week's "What's in a number?" segment features the No. 22, with Tom making the save of his life at the end preventing another "Jack Patrick Moment" like he had when he was recalling drivers of the No. 90.     

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Welcome to episode 121 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation. In this extra-distance episode, our host Tom Baker is joined by two of the most recent winners at the Oswego Speedway - SBS Winner Andrew Schartner and 350 Supermodified winner Josh Sokolic.

In his own words, Andrew Schartner held off Noah Ratcliffe in one of the most exciting races in recent Oswego Speedway history on Saturday to get his first win in six years in the SBS division.  No longer a full-time racer, Andrew flies up from Charlotte, N.C. as often as he can to compete at Central New York's renown 5/8-mile asphalt track.  He and Tom talk about the win and reflect on a career that had Andrew at 17 years of age on the Board of Directors of a racing club before moving from dirt to pavement to begin an impressive run that continues to this day at Oswego.  

Josh Sokolic has won twice so far in the 350 Supermodified division this year at "The Big O".  He moved up last year from the SBS class to the faster, more nimble 350 Supers and talks about how that move has opened up his driving style and taught him to be more aggressive.  He surprises Tom with the answer to the question of what he would change in the 350 division if he could, and the differences in what is required from a driver to succeed in SBS and 350. 

This week's "What's in a number?" segment features the No. 21, opening with some discussion about the wife of a No. 21 co-owner performing for the crowd on Classic Weekend in the mid-70's.   

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GUEST: Fourth-generation Midwest racer Sawyer Stout
 

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Kyle Perry finally got his first 350 Supermodified win at Oswego Speedway last weekend after nearly three years of trying. He talks about what it was like to grab that first victory and drops a hint about some other things he's got planned for later season!   The What's In A Number segment looks at both 3 and 12 in Oswego and supermodified history.  
 

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GUEST: 2023 Supermodified Rookie Kenyon Zitzka 
 
 

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Kenyon Zitzka is the featured guest to talk about he and his brother Ryan's decision to go Supermodified racing for 2023 and the family racing history in TQ Midget cars.  Camden Proud and Tom review the first "top wing" portion of John Nicotra's Challenge Series at Oswego Speedway this past weekend, which Otto Sitterly won.   
 

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GUEST: Fourth-generation Midwest racer Sawyer Stout
 
 

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Dave Shullick Jr. talks about his opening day win in the Jim Shampine Memorial at the Oswego Speedway, and Tom recalls the journey of both the number 9 and number 18 in Oswego Supermodified history in this week's What's In A Number segment.  
  

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GUEST: Oswego Speedway Supermodified Racer / PR Director Camden Proud
 

This week's Inside Groove Podcast is an emotional roller coaster.  Supermodified racer/PR Director Camden Proud returns to preview what should be a most exciting season at the Oswego Speedway, and then helps host Tom Baker remember two dear members of the Speedway fraternity who have passed away recently - tire guru Mike Murphy, whose kindness and generosity were felt for nearly 50 years throughout the pit area, and Ron Sharkey, a car owner and member of one of Oswego's first families going back to the Sharkey Bros. No. 08 in the early 70's.  

The What's In A Number segment looks at both 8 and 17 in Oswego and supermodified history.  
 
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series - hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified addict Tom Baker.  
 

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GUEST: Supermodified restoration enthusiast Larry Trenca
 

Larry Trenca grew up going to Oswego Speedway in the 1960’s. His father, Pete, is a legend in his own right as “Pete The Program Man”.  Larry spent many years working on various race teams before retiring and moving south to Tennessee.  Still having the bug for supermodifieds, he’s restored two former Steve Gioia machines and has added a Dates chassis now.  He just loves researching what happened to former supermodifieds, and he talks about all of it on this week’s show. 

The What's In A Number segment looks at both 7 and 16 in Oswego and supermodified history.  
 
 The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series - hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified addict Tom Baker.  
  

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GUEST: Event Promoter Jody London
  

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This episode pays tribute to former Supermodified racer Dean Hoag, who passed away recently, and welcomes race promoter Jody London to talk about the tripleheader he has set for Classic Weekend with Super Stocks, Compact Cars and the Sport Modified division.  
  

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The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This 1972 Season Rewind Series looks back 50 years at each event of that year at Oswego! 
 

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GUEST: Supermodified racer/writer Camden Proud
 

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This episode is a 2023 Season Supermodified news update with racer/writer Camden Proud and some surprises are revealed!   
 

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GUEST: Long-time Oswego Speedway insider Mike Silliman
 

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This very special show finds long-time Oswego Speedway insider Mike Silliman, member of the Abold 05 team and former tire representative, joins Tom to go back 50 years to reflect on the 1973 season, which was the year both of them started attending the races at the track, from the point of view of what their impressions as a young fan were at the time.  The What's In A Number segment looks at both 4 and 13 in Oswego and supermodified history, with both Mike and Tom doing that together.  
 

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GUEST: Fourth-generation Midwest racer Sawyer Stout

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Fourth-generation midwest racer Sawyer Stout joins Tom on the program this week to talk about the family racing history, his ascension from karts to sprints and supermodifieds and what his plans are in 2023.  The What's In A Number segment looks at both 3 and 12 in Oswego and supermodified history.  

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Featured: Champions crowned, Camden Proud

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. 17-year-old Robbie "The Wrench" Wirth joins the show this week to talk about going from wrencher to racer and his plans for 2023 behind the wheel of the 350 Supermodified owned by his father, Rich.  Tom reviews both 2 and 11 in the What's In A Number segment and the latest news as well. 

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Featured: John Nicotra with some funny stories

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Long-time supermodified car owner, sponsor and fan John Nicotra returns to talk about his newly-expanded Challenge Series for 2023 and tells some stories that may contain names like Tony Stewart, Bentley Warren and Doug Heveron - but you'll have to listen to find out!  

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Featured: Mike McVetta, '72 Season Rewind - Race 2

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. One of our most popular guests, Ohio Supermodified competitor Mike McVetta, joins the show to talk about his strong run in this year's Budweiser International Classic, and shares his thoughts on what the combined scheduling for the Midwest Supermodified Series (MSS) and ISMA Tour could do to breathe new life into the division. 

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Featured: We're back in the seat! 

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. The show returns after several weeks absence as Tom Baker takes us back in time to look at some very intriguing things that were going on in supermodified racing around the time of the 1977 International Classic.  He also has the latest news and plays "What's In A Number" with 08 being the featured number for the week.  

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Featured: 2022 Budweiser International Classic 200 Winner Dave Shullick, Jr.

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. 2022 Budweiser International Classic 200 Winner Dave Shullick, Jr. is Tom's featured guest as they talk about how often the odds get even in the 200-lap race, which Dave has now won three times.  Tom also talks about the No. 07's place in supermodified history in the weekly "What's In A Number" segment.  

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Featured: Champions crowned, Camden Proud

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Supermodified racer/Oswego Speedway PR Director Camden Proud joins Tom to break down the final week of Oswego’s regular season, talk about the track champions in each division and look ahead to this weekend’s 66th Budweiser International Classic.   

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Featured Guests: Two Generations of Oswego Speedway Racers - Pat and Jeff Abold

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker.  Inside Groove Podcast Episode 105 powered by Indy Performance Composites features two generations of supermodified racers - Pat and Jeff Abold.  Tom and Cam review last week's $10,000 to win Mr. Supermodified race and the Mr. 350 Super and Mr. SBS races and Tom play's "What's in a number" with the number 05.  

Featured: 1976 Port City Rewind Conclusion, Camden Proud

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker.  Inside Groove Podcast Episode 104 powered by Indy Performance Composites features the conclusion of the 1976 Port City 150 miniseries and Camden Proud stopping by to help Tom recap a very exciting weekend of racing at Oswego and preview this week's $10,000 to win Mr. Supermodified race and the Mr. 350 Super and Mr. SBS races as well! 

Featured Guest:  Owner/Driver Norm McCleod 

The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This week's featured guest is Norm McCleod, whose car 32 won last year's 350 Classic with Bobby Holmes behind the wheel.   Oswego Supermodified competitor/PR Camden Proud joined the show to recap the July 2nd and July 9th races and talk about the news of the week. Tom had some fun with the number 03 and continued the mini-series around the 1976 Port City 150, which took multiple attempts to complete.

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The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Nathan Byrd, better known as "Byrdman" is our special guest this week. Nathan is running in 18 different divisions this season and will race for Michael Muldoon in both the 350 super class and the supermodified this weekend.   Oswego Supermodified competitor/PR Camden Proud joined the show to recap the pair of "twin" races for the 350 Supers and the SBS division last week. Tom had some fun with the number 02 and continued the mini-series around the 1976 Port City 150, which took multiple attempts to complete.

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The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker.  Oswego Supermodified competitor/PR Camden Proud joined the show to recap the Twin 35's and the NYS Super Stock event. Tom had some fun with the number 01 and launched a mini-series around the 1976 Port City 150, which took multiple attempts to complete. 

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The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker.  Oswego Supermodified competitor/PR Camden Proud joined the show to recap the first of the three Winged Challenge Series races and preview upcoming events at Oswego, and Cam's father Tim, who has come out of retirement this year to race the family-owned No. 54 SBS car on a few occasions, was our featured guest! 

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The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker.  As the 106th running of the Indy 500 has just been completed, we thought it would be fun to present an encore presentation of the Episode 31 interview with "Double O" Joe Gosek, whose month of May almost 20 years ago is a story with more twists and turns than the Blue Ridge Parkway and enough "never quit" to become a pep talk.  Camden Proud also drops in to preview the first of three Top Wing Challenge races coming up at Oswego this weekend.   

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The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker.  This week we had a special FB Live broadcast of the show, which featured long-time Oswego SBS and Supermodified competitor - "The Flying Firefighter" - Jack Patrick.  The complete audio from that special is shared here, along with the complete '72 Rewind of week 13 in that year, and a little "What's In A Number" featuring the number 98 as well for a total of just over two hours of supermodified talk!  

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The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.  The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker.  This week we return to present day conversation as Evans Mills SBS winner Mike Bruce joins us to talk about his victory, and Camden Proud adds to Mike's discussion about the race and the new touring series put together by defending Oswego SBS Champ Dan Kapuscinski.  Proud also dishes up the latest pre-season registrations for all three divisions as open practice at the speedway beckons on Saturday, May 21st. 

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The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series.   In this episode, host Tom Baker throws it back to week #3 of action in 1972 at the Oswego Speedway, and tells the story of a driver who took part in promoting racing in some strange ways - playing broomball on a zebra, for example. 

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