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The smoke has cleared from the wild Charlotte 4-Wides, and what a show it was! From chaotic staging battles to jaw-dropping runs, the guys break down all the drama, surprises, and standout performances. Plus, we shift gears and set our sights on the next stop: St. Louis. Who’s carrying momentum? Who needs to bounce back? And what storylines should fans keep an eye on as the Countdown heats up? Tune in for all that and more on this week’s Life’s a Drag!

#NHRA #DragRacing #NHRAresults Drag racing fans, get ready for an explosive WFO Radio NHRA Nitro Livestream! Join host Joe Castello as he welcomes special guest Jason Galvin from NHRA to unpack the thrilling results from the 2025 NHRA 4-Wide Carolina Nationals—the first-ever 4-wide playoff race in NHRA history, held at zMAX Dragway. This electrifying Countdown to the Championship showdown saw three champions make history with unforgettable performances. Funny Car phenom Austin Prock roared to victory in his Cornwell Quality Tools Chevrolet SS, clocking a stunning 3.912 seconds at 332.43 mph to outrun Matt Hagan, Chad Green, and Dan Wilkerson, securing his eighth win of 2025 and a perfect sweep of all three 4-wide races. Pro Stock star Dallas Glenn kept his playoff dominance alive, piloting his RAD Torque Systems Chevrolet Camaro to a 6.554-second pass at 209.95 mph, outpacing Greg Anderson, Erica Enders, and Aaron Stanfield to tighten his grip on the points lead. Pro Stock Motorcycle standout Richard Gad

Tune in to this week's electrifying episode of the WFO Ignition Podcast, where host Joe Castello fires up the mic alongside the unstoppable Patreon Crew—Sue Morris, Gio in Miami, Bobby Graham, Matt from Down Under, and Troy in Oregon—for their signature blend of high-octane banter, bold predictions, and unfiltered takes on the motorsport's world! Buckle up as the gang dives deep into the red-hot NASCAR Cup Series playoffs, breaking down Ryan Blaney's masterful victory at the Mobil 1 301 in New Hampshire—his third win of the season that locked him into the Round of 8 ahead of Josh Berry and William Byron—while debating if Joey Logano's pole run signals a championship surge for Team Penske. They'll also unpack the teammate tussle between Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs. Bobby gives the WFO Fantasy League and DRBB updates and Troy's brings the Heat with his infamous BIG Money Minute. Over in F1, Max Verstappen is back in the Championship mix after winning the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and putting the McLaren drivers on

The Countdown is officially on! In this week’s episode of Life’s a Drag, we recap all the action from Reading — the first race of the Countdown to the Championship. From the shocking crash between Doug Kalitta and Tony Stewart to a flurry of big announcements shaking up the NHRA world, there’s no shortage of drama to break down. Plus, we’re joined by Reading event winner John Hall, who stops by to share his insights, stories, and what it takes to come out on top. Strap in, because the road to the championship has never looked wilder!

Join us for an electrifying WFO Radio livestream direct from Maple Grove, hosted by Joe Castello at the iconic House of Chaos! This high-octane show features exclusive on-location interviews with NHRA stars Shawn Reed, Cruz Pedregon, Dallas Glenn, and John Hall. Get the inside scoop on their performances, strategies, and experiences at the event. Joe recaps all the thrilling action, breaking down the highlights and key moments from the track. Tune in for unfiltered racing talk, insider insights, and the raw energy of NHRA drag racing!

This week, we’re gearing up for the Reading race and breaking down all the storylines heading into a big weekend of NHRA action! Plus, we welcome special guest Justin Ashley fresh off his latest win to talk about what it means for his season, his love for the NFL, and what’s ahead on and off the track. As always, the crew dives into the latest news, bold predictions, and a little bit of madness along the way.

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled episode of WFO Radio NHRA Nitro, live streaming and podcasting the ultimate post-race debrief from the legendary Cornwell Tools U.S. Nationals—the biggest drag race on the planet, where the stars of NHRA drag racing claimed glory and massive paydays! Fresh off their historic victories at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, join host Joe Castello as he sits down with the winning trio who dominated the 2025 edition, a race that shattered records and drew record-breaking ratings on Fox TV. First up, Austin Prock in Funny Car for John Force Racing, who didn't just win the Nationals—he clinched the regular season championship with a jaw-dropping performance, securing a payday that cements his legacy in the Force dynasty. Hear Austin break down his electrifying path to the winner's circle, from intense qualifying battles to that championship-clinching final pass that left the competition in the dust. Then, strap in with Justin Ashley in Top Fuel, the drag racing phenom who lit up

The WFO Ignition crew, led by host Joe Castello alongside, Sue Morris, and the Patreon posse, delivered a high-octane recap of the weekend’s racing action that had fans buzzing. The crown jewel of the episode was their throwback to the NHRA U.S. Nationals, the “Big Go,” where they relived the nitro-fueled chaos at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park from August 27 to September 1, 2025. Highlighting Erica Enders’ monumental Pro Stock victory and Tony Schumacher’s epic Top Fuel return under Rick Ware Racing, they painted a vivid picture of Indy’s record-setting runs and electric atmosphere. Joe's version of Gio’s SportsCollision segment brought spicy crossover takes, Bobby Graham dropped Fantasy Results that shook up the leaderboard, and Matt’s Australia Report added a global spin. The crew gets ready for Maple Grove Raceway this weekend.

Buckle up, because this week on Life’s a Drag we’re breaking down all the action from the biggest race of the year—the U.S. Nationals! From record-setting runs to the drama on and off the track, we cover it all. Plus, we’ve got two incredible guests joining the show: 2025 U.S. Nationals winner Erica Enders stops by to talk about her monumental victory, and Joe Castello, host of WFO Radio, joins the conversation to share his insight and behind-the-scenes stories. This episode is packed with horsepower, star power, and everything that makes Indy the Big Go.

Buckle up—Life’s a Drag is back with the biggest race of the year! This week we’re talking all things U.S. Nationals, from the on-track action to everything happening off it. We break down the Funny Car Call Out, the drama, and who’s got the edge heading into Indy. Plus, it wouldn’t be the Big Go without the birthday parties, fanfests, and nonstop celebration that make this weekend unlike any other. Tune in for stories, laughs, and the inside scoop on drag racing’s most legendary event!

Join the WFO Ignition crew for an action-packed episode as they dive into the racing action of the weekend! The team breaks down the high-speed drama of the **Coke Zero Sugar 400**, recaps the thrilling **IndyCar** return at the **Milwaukee Mile**, and previews the highly anticipated return of **Formula 1**. But the spotlight shines brightest on the crown jewel of drag racing, the **NHRA U.S. Nationals**, where the crew dissects every heart-pounding moment. **Gio in Miami** brings the heat with **SportsCollision**, delivering sharp takes on the latest sports crossovers. **Bobby Graham** crunches the numbers with the **Fantasy Results**, revealing who’s dominating the leaderboard. **Matt** checks in with the **Australia Report**, giving a down-under perspective on the global racing scene. Plus, celebrate with **Fast Eddie** as he clinches his **track championship** in style! Sign on for a high-octane show filled with laughs, insights, and all the racing passion you love from the WFO crew!

#NHRA #JohnForce #USNats 16X NHRA Funny Car Champion John Force Headlines WFO Radio’s U.S. Nationals Preview! Get ready for the BIGGEST race in NHRA Drag Racing with an EXCLUSIVE preview featuring drag racing legend John Force! Fresh off his return, John drops MAJOR announcements you DON’T want to miss. Pro Stock Motorcycle star Richard Gadson brings the heat after his Sonoma victory, sharing his game plan for The Big Go! Jordan Vandergriff breaks down his thrilling Brainerd debut and spills the details on his new ride with Shawn Reed. Matt Stutzman, the Paralympic Gold Medalist in archery, reveals how drag racing fueled his 2024 Paris triumph and previews his NHRA U.S. Nationals debut in Top Sportsman! Hosted by Joe Castello, this episode is packed with hot takes, top stories, and insider insights for the Indy week. Don’t miss the ultimate NHRA U.S. Nationals hype show! Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for more WFO Radio action! Available on all podcast platforms—listen now and join the drag racing

Join the WFO Ignition crew for an action-packed episode as they dive into the racing action of the weekend! The team breaks down the high-speed drama of the **Coke Zero Sugar 400**, recaps the thrilling **IndyCar** return at the **Milwaukee Mile**, and previews the highly anticipated return of **Formula 1**. But the spotlight shines brightest on the crown jewel of drag racing, the **NHRA U.S. Nationals**, where the crew dissects every heart-pounding moment. **Gio in Miami** brings the heat with **SportsCollision**, delivering sharp takes on the latest sports crossovers. **Bobby Graham** crunches the numbers with the **Fantasy Results**, revealing who’s dominating the leaderboard. **Matt** checks in with the **Australia Report**, giving a down-under perspective on the global racing scene. Plus, celebrate with **Fast Eddie** as he clinches his **track championship** in style! Sign on for a high-octane show filled with laughs, insights, and all the racing passion you love from the WFO crew!

On this episode of Life’s a Drag, we’re breaking down all the action from the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals! Brittany Force once again lights up the scoreboard with a jaw-dropping 340 mph blast, proving why she’s one of the fastest in the sport. We’ll recap all the highs, lows, and storylines out of Brainerd before setting our sights on the biggest stage of them all—the U.S. Nationals in Indy. Buckle up, because the road to the Countdown is heating up!

Tune in to this week’s WFO Radio NHRA Nitro Results Show as host Joe Castello breaks down the electrifying action from the 43rd annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway! Joining Joe are Funny Car champion Austin Prock, who powered his Cornwell Quality Tools Chevrolet SS to a commanding victory over J.R. Todd with a blistering 3.907-second run at 321.50 mph, and Pro Stock victor Greg Anderson, who dominated the weekend by defeating teammate Dallas Glenn in a thrilling final with a 6.551 at 206.86 mph in his HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Camaro. Prock, the reigning Funny Car world champ, solidified his points lead and is poised to clinch the regular-season championship, while Anderson’s flawless performance marked his fifth win of 2025 and his first at Brainerd since 2011. NHRA’s Jason Galvin also joins the show for an in-depth recap of the Brainerd results and a preview of the prestigious 71st annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, set for Aug. 27-Sept. 1 at Lucas Oil Indianap

Rev up for an electrifying episode of WFO Radio Ignition with host Joe Castello and the Patreon Crew! This week, we dive into the high-octane drama of NASCAR as Austin Dillon gets the victory at the Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway. Then, buckle up for a nitro-fueled recap of Joe Castello’s two-week adventure in Brainerd, Minnesota, covering the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals. Fresh from the iconic Brainerd International Raceway, WFO Joe shares behind-the-scenes stories from the “Zoo,” where Austin Prock, Doug Kalitta, and Greg Anderson dominated the winner’s circle. We’ll also spotlight Top Fuel star Shawn Reed’s recovery from a devastating crash and 8-time NHRA Top Fuel Champion Tony Schumacher’s return with Rick Ware Racing. From NASCAR’s wild finish to NHRA’s thunderous action, this episode is packed with raw motorsports energy, insider takes, and Joe’s signature storytelling. Plus, the crew dives into the latest WFO Fantasy League updates and a touch of SportsCollision to keep the adrenaline pumping. Tune in f

This week, the boys are packing their bags (and maybe a few questionable costumes) as we head to Minnesota for the Lucas Oil Nationals in Brainerd! We’re breaking down the on-track action to come, swapping wild stories about the infamous Brainerd Zoo, and catching you up on all the NHRA news and drama from the past week. From horsepower to hilarity, it’s all here in this episode of Life’s a Drag.

#NHRA #DragRacing #Brainerd Strap in for a nitro-charged WFO Radio livestream previewing the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, Aug. 15-17! Top Fuel star Shawn Reed, sidelined after a devastating crash at the NHRA Northwest Nationals that left him with two fractured ribs and an amputated left index finger, has named Jordan Vandergriff as his interim driver for the Reed Trucking & Excavating Top Fuel dragster. Jordan, a former Top Fuel racer, NHRA on FOX broadcaster, and world-renowned star from the hit show The Bachelorette, is ready to defend Reed’s No. 10 spot for the Countdown to the Championship. Also on WFO, Mac Savage, assistant crew chief for Doug Kalitta’s Sonoma-winning Top Fuel team, who’ll reflect on their thrilling Sonoma victory and share insider insights on Team Kalitta’s prep for Brainerd. Broadcasting live from Brainerd International Raceway, host Joe Castello will recap the massive Lucas Oil Series double divisional, the largest race of its kind at the historic track, and gear up for calling the NHRA

Buckle up, because this week’s episode is a wild ride! We’re reliving the spectacular Night Under Fire—flames, fireworks, and all the high-octane action you can handle. Jason shares how he managed to break not one, but multiple amphicars (yes, the “car-boat” thing), and we swap some legendary John Force stories you won’t want to miss. Then it’s full throttle ahead as we preview the upcoming Brainerd race and what fans can expect from the party capital of the NHRA tour.

#NHRA #DragRacing #TonySchumacher Get ready for an electrifying livestream on WFO Radio NHRA Nitro as we welcome back 8-time NHRA Top Fuel World Champion Tony Schumacher! After a hiatus from the sport, "The Sarge" is making a triumphant return to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, and he’s joining host Joe Castello to share all the details. Tune in to hear Tony dish on his exciting new chapter with Rick Ware Racing, his partnership with crew chief Rob Flynn, and the challenges he faces as he gears up for the iconic Cornwell Tools U.S. Nationals. Plus, Joe will preview the upcoming Lucas Oil Nationals in Brainerd, MN, including this weekend’s NHRA Lucas Oil Series event. As a leader in NHRA Drag Racing news, interviews, and commentary, WFO Radio is your front-row seat to the pulse-pounding world of nitro racing. Don’t miss this high-octane conversation—join us live and feel the roar! If you miss the live show, subscribe to the feed and never miss a show. The audio only podcast is available after the sh