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WFO Radio previews the 2025 Performance Racing Industry Trade show at the Indianapolis Convention Center. Hot topics include the latest NHRA news and major announcements! It's going to be COLD, so let's heat things up before PRI! The Outlaw Snowbird Nationals in Bradenton, FL kicked off the DI Winter Series, Jason Harris took the win in the quickest 1/8 mile field, and the guys from Life's a Drag make an appearance before PRI. MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS

Fresh off the Abu Dhabi finale where Lando Norris claimed his first F1 world title and McLaren sealed the constructors’, the WFO crew fires up the mics for a no-brakes recap of the 2025 season finale. Then it’s straight to Bradenton: the Snowbird Outlaw Nationals delivered absolute chaos with the Pro Mod monsters throwing down 3.50s at 260+ mph under the Florida lights. Finally, we break down Gio's SportsCollision that left the drag racing world buzzing on F1 champagne one week and clutch dust and nitro flames the next – only on WFO Ignition.

This week on Life’s a Drag, the boys are back from their Thanksgiving break and ready to trade turkey stories for track talk. We’re kicking things off with a little holiday recap — who overate, who overslept, and who barely survived the family festivities. Then it’s right back into the chaos of Silly Season, because the rumors haven’t slowed down and neither have we. Driver moves, team shakeups, surprise announcements… we’re breaking down all the madness as only we can. Finally, we’re gearing up for the PRI Trade Show. From what we’re excited to see to who we’re hoping to run into, we’re previewing the biggest industry gathering of the year and everything it means for the season ahead. Grab a plate of leftovers and tune in — it’s another packed episode of Life’s a Drag!

Dallas Glenn joins WFO Joe Castello for his NHRA Pro Stock World Championship interview. Dallas will discuss the road to his first Mission Foods Series World Championship including his strong playoff countdown performance. Dallas will give the details of his GESI G-Sport moment, and look ahead to his 2026 title defense in the 75th season of NHRA Drag Racing. 🚨 Don’t miss out! Subscribe to WFO Radio for weekly NHRA updates, driver interviews, and exclusive motorsport content. Hit the bell 🔔 for notifications! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS

The wildest motorsports party on the planet is back! Joe Castello fires up the mics with the full Patreon Crew for another high-octane WFO Ignition.

Gather ’round the table, drag racing family—it's our annual Friendsgiving episode! The boys are serving up laughs, stories, and plenty of pit-side chaos as they celebrate the season with their racing crew. From gratitude moments to garage-side gossip, it’s the perfect mix of holiday warmth and horsepower. Plus, Silly Season is in full swing, and we’re breaking down all the latest moves, rumors, shocks, and shakeups across the pits. Who’s switching teams? Who’s landing major deals? And who’s stirring the pot just enough to keep things interesting? We’ve got it all on the menu. Pull up a chair, grab a plate, and join us for a Friendsgiving feast only Life’s a Drag could deliver.

#nhra #dragracing #champion Join WFO Radio host Joe Castello for an exclusive sit-down with the newly crowned 2025 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle World Champion, Philadelphia’s own Richard Gadson! Fresh off clinching his very first NHRA world title aboard the Vance & Hines Suzuki, the always-candid and fan-favorite Gadson breaks down the wild ride that was the 2025 season. From the dramatic Countdown battles and clutch holeshots to the emotional moment the championship was sealed in Pomona, Richard pulls no punches on the highs, the lows, and everything in between that finally delivered him the Wally he’s chased for years. What was the turning point? How big a role did the new Vance & Hines package play? And what did it feel like to bring the Pro Stock Motorcycle crown back to the legendary V&H team? Joe Castello gets the answers straight from the champ himself in this can’t-miss 2025 champion’s interview .Richard Gadson – 2025 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle World Champion Only on WFO Radio! 🚨 Don’t miss out! Subscribe to WFO Radio for weekly NHRA updates, driver interviews, and exclusive motorsport content. Hit the bell 🔔 for notifications! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS

Joe Castello fires up the mics with Sue Morris, Matt in Australia, and Michael Hiner to break down:Austin Prock’s bombshell exit from John Force Racing – what’s next? F1 Las Vegas GP: neon chaos, Verstappen mastery, and Sphere drama NHRA Finals rain-out nightmare in Pomona – who really won the championship? Plus: Aussie Supercars, EV drag tech, wild rumors, and your hot takes Short, loud, and full-throttle – new episode out now on all platforms! #WFOIgnition

On this week’s episode of Life’s a Drag, the boys break down a wild World Finals weekend that had a little bit of everything. From frustrating rain delays that threw schedules into chaos to the on-track drama that decided championships, they’re recapping all the highs, lows, and unexpected twists from Pomona. Then it’s off to Pechanga for the NHRA Awards Banquet, where the sport’s biggest names swapped fire suits for formal wear. The guys share behind-the-scenes stories, standout speeches, and all the moments that wrapped up an unforgettable season.

This week on Life’s a Drag, the boys are gearing up for the NHRA Finals in Pomona! They’ll break down the championship battles, the storylines to watch, and who they think will take home the big trophies. Plus, it’s almost time for Drag Racing Prom on Monday night — they’ll preview all the festivities, what to expect, and who’s bound to make a statement on and off the track. It’s the perfect mix of speed, style, and drag racing drama you won’t want to miss!

Join Joe Castello LIVE on WFO Radio NHRA Nitro for an electrifying preview of the 2025 NHRA In-N-Out Burger Finals – the explosive season finale of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series! Fresh from The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Joe brings you exclusive on-location interviews with the latest winners: Brittany Force – Top Fuel victor and championship contender Matt Hagan – Funny Car champ keeping the nitro flames roaring Then, buckle up for a full-throttle deep dive into the historic In-N-Out Burger Dragstrip at Pomona, CA, where legends are crowned and the 2025 Countdown Playoffs reach their thunderous climax. Special guest Josh Hachat, NHRA Director of Communications, joins the show to unpack: The most dramatic storylines of the 2025 season Key battles in all four pro classes What’s at stake in the final race for the world championships From nitro burnouts to championship clinchers – if it’s happening at Pomona, WFO Radio has it covered. Don’t miss the final WFO Nitro race preview of 2025 – streaming LIVE!

This week on Life’s a Drag, the boys are back from Vegas and breaking down all the action! From the wild weekend at the Vegas race to the chaos of SEMA, they’ve got every bit of silly season gossip covered. And joining the crew is the Godfather himself, Joe Castello, to share his insider take on what really went down in Sin City. Buckle up — this episode’s got horsepower, hot takes, and a whole lot of laughs.

Buckle up, gearheads—it's time to fire up the mics for another nitro-fueled episode of WFO Ignition, the worldwide motorsports pow-wow hosted by the unmistakable voice of NHRA drag racing, Joe Castello! Fresh off a weekend that packed more drama than a last-lap restart at Phoenix, Joe and the unstoppable Ignition crew—Sue Morris, and Matt in Australia—tear into the highs, crashes, and heartbreaks from the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Championship and the thunderous Dodge NHRA Nevada Nationals in Vegas. First in the crosshairs: NASCAR's epic season finale at Phoenix Raceway, where Kyle Larson etched his name deeper into the history books with his second Cup Series title. The No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevy charged through chaos, holding off a charging Denny Hamlin in overtime to finish third and seal the deal—proving once again why Larson's the total package. But it was Ryan Blaney stealing the show with the race win, while William Byron's wall-smashing heartbreak and Chase Briscoe's valiant run left the Championship 4 field littered with what-ifs. The crew debates Larson's dominance, Hamlin's tire strategy gone wrong, and what this means for 2026—plus, a deep dive on Hendrick's record 15th title and the off-season shake-ups ahead. Then, shifting gears to the neon glow of The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, where the NHRA Nevada Nationals delivered wheelstanding glory and record-shattering ETs. As the penultimate nitro blast of the season, the action was pure fire: Brittany Force's Top Fuel win, Matt Hagan's Funny Car precision, and Dallas Glenn's Pro Stock mastery keeping the points chase white-hot heading into the Pomona finale. Joe, straight from the announcing booth, spills exclusive nuggets on the side-by-side showdowns, the Mission Foods countdown drama, and bold predictions for who'll hoist the Wally in the season-ender. Expect unfiltered takes on the nitro flameouts, Pro Mod madness, and why Vegas always saves its wildest cards for last. From F1's global sprint to IndyCar's oval assaults, the Ignition squad doesn't miss a beat—tossing in WFO Fantasy updates, Troy's Big Money Minute, and enough bench-racing banter to fuel your commute. No scripts, no BS, just raw passion for everything that goes fast. Download now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you rev your engine—because in the WFO Universe, the checkered flag waits for no one. WFO!

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#nhradragracing #NHRAnews #DragRacing Top Fuel championship contender Justin Ashley joins WFO Radio before the penultimate race of the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Series season. Justin will give the details of the crew chief changes at his SCAG Top Fuel team following the departure of Mike Green and the addition of Jason McCulloch. Mike Stavrinos joins WFO to preview the final race of the Congruity Pro Modified Series season. The road to NHRA Championships drives through Las Vegas and the Dodge Las Vegas Nationals. 🚨 Don’t miss out! Subscribe to WFO Radio for weekly NHRA updates, driver interviews, and exclusive motorsport content. Hit the bell 🔔 for notifications! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS

WFO Radio Ignition – The Worldwide Motorsports Pow-wow hosted by the voice of NHRA drag racing, Joe Castello, WFO Radio Ignition fires up every week with a global crew of die-hards breaking down NASCAR, F1, NHRA, IndyCar, and anything with a throttle. Joe Castello (WFO Universe HQ) – the ringleader, NHRA insider, and keeper of the nitro flame. Gio in Miami – the F1 fanatic and philosopher calling in from South Florida. Sue Morris – the stat queen and NASCAR historian who’s forgotten more about short track racing than most will ever know. Bobby Graham – the gearhead engineer dropping wisdom with a wrench in one hand and a cold one in the other. Matt in Australia – the Supercars savant and late-night/early-morning voice from Down Under. Plus rotating guests, crew chiefs, drivers, and fans from the WFO Universe. From NASCAR Championship battles to F1 chaos in Mexico City and NHRA nitro in Vegas, the team brings unfiltered takes, bold predictions, and bench-racing banter that spans continents. No scripts. No filters. Just pure motorsport passion. Download WFO Radio Ignition wherever you get your pods – because the green flag drops whether you’re ready or not. #WFO #IgnitionLive

Tune in for an action-packed episode of WFO Ignition’s Wednesday Special, featuring the entire crew, including the highly anticipated return of Michael Hiner! Host Joe Castello and co-host Sue Morris dive into the thrilling racing action at the Lucas Oil Series Double Divisional in Rockingham, where Sue battled her way to the semi-finals. Gio in Miami is back with the latest from SportsCollision, bringing his unique flair to the show. Matt delivers the Australia Report, keeping us updated on racing down under. The crew dishes out a ton of high-octane racing conversation, capped off with Bobby Graham’s inspiring Words of Wisdom. Don’t miss this jam-packed episode filled with passion, insights, and racing camaraderie—check out the show now!

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#NHRA #DragRacing #DragRacingNews Back to back interviews on WFO Radio. Josh Hart joins John Force Racing driving Brittany Force's Top Fuel dragster, and Richard Freeman announces major news regarding sponsorship for Tony Stewart in the Elite Motorsports Top Fuel team. The NHRA silly season is in full swing. WFO Joe recaps his racing experience at Rockingham Dragway for the final Southeastern Division races of the 2025 season. Jason Galvin joins to recap Dallas and preview Las Vegas. 🚨 Don’t miss out! Subscribe to WFO Radio for weekly NHRA updates, driver interviews, and exclusive motorsport content. Hit the bell 🔔 for notifications! MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wfo-radio?ref_id=24678 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/WFORadio APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wfo-radio-podcast/id449870843?ls=1 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oo5mn0E3VmfhRCTHyLQIS

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