When you’ve spent more than 20 years of your life on the road as a NASCAR crew chief and NBC analyst, you’re bound to meet some interesting characters along the way. Letarte on Location brings you closer to all kinds of personalities that Steve has connected with throughout the years traveling the circuit. So sit down, buckle up and get ready for some “off the grid” conversations.
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Steve welcomes NBC Sports Bet the Edge podcast host, Sara Perlman to talk about his other sports passion - sports betting. Sara gives her advice for new bettors, start small! Big picture they discuss how sports betting is growing throughout the country and different sports. Steve also confesses his NASCAR Fantasy League frustrations with Dale Jr.…
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Behind the Scenes with Jamie Little
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Jamie Little, Pit Reporter for Fox’s NASCAR coverage joins Steve to talk what it’s like working at the track each weekend. She also shares how she become the voice of ARCA this season with the encouragement of a friend, and years working in sports media. They talk about what her life is like when she isn’t working and being in the dessert business.…
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Mother-Daughter Duo Take on ARCA
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Steve sits down with Bridget and Sarah Burgess of BMI Racing. 19-year old Bridget pilots the No. 88 Chevrolet for her family-run race team in ARCA Menards West Series competition with her mother, Sarah, calling the shots from atop the pit box. They talk about their family’s move from Australia to America in order to pursuit their racing dreams.…
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Michael McDowell, Underdog Champ
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Michael McDowell joins Steve to chat about his path to earning first career Cup Series win as a 70/1 underdog in the sport’s biggest event … the Daytona 500! The native of Glendale, Arizona talks about how focusing on the details helped the No. 34 Ford Mustang team make an impact early in the season. Approaching his career with honesty, making achi…
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Steve goes crew chief-to-crew chief with Adam Stevens, who is leading the Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 Toyota with driver Christopher Bell. Just three races into their first season together, Stevens and Bell have set the bar high with a victory at the Daytona Road Course. Both crew chiefs share stories of past driver swaps and what it meant for the rest…
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Christian Craig Supercross Warrior
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Steve’s two-wheel fandom shines through with this week’s guest, Monster Energy AMA Supercross rider Christian Craig. The veteran racer talks about his recent injury and how he powered through his heats in Orlando. Plus, what was his extra encouragement in Houston. Craig, who is currently competing in the 250 SX class with Yamaha, also shares how hi…
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Back on track with the Champ
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Steve Letarte is back on location with NASCAR Cup Series Champion Chase Elliott for the season’s first episode of Letarte On Location. Since winning the championship, Elliott has had a busy off-season racing in marquee events, and now he’s ready for his sports car debut in the prestigious Rolex 24 at Daytona. The two sat down at Daytona talk about …
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Steve welcomes NASCAR Cup Series driver Ty Dillon to Letarte On Location this week. Coming off an impressive showing at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL, Ty talks about working on his road course skills and shares his thoughts on a 2021 schedule with more chances to show those skills off. Also on Ty’s mind: The final days of Germain Racing, where…
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Brad Daugherty - NBA Superstar, NASCAR Team Owner
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The newest member of the NASCAR on NBC team, Brad Daugherty, joins Steve for an episode of Letarte on Location. Brad shares stories of his past growing up in North Carolina and how his love of racing grew because of his family - and his dreams of one day becoming a race car driver! That, however, was not in the cards for the 7-foot Daugherty, who b…
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Lenguaje De La Velocidad - Language of Speed
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As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Omar Amador of Telemundo joins Steve for the latest edition of Letarte On Location. Omar covers a variety of sports for Telemundo’s Spanish-speaking audience, including NASCAR. In his conversation with Steve, he explains how he fell in love with NASCAR at Daytona, his involvement in the sport (including cove…
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Steve welcomes his first 2-time guest to Letarte On Location, Steve Myers, iRacing EVP and Executive Producer. While sports were shutting down in March, iRacing was a sport that could continue safely. In 10 days, putting NASCAR iRacing on TV went from an idea to reality. The two talk about how the impact of iRacing in motorsports has evolved since …
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Jeremy Clements: Family Matters
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In the latest Letarte On Location, Xfinity Series driver Jeremy Clements joins Steve to talk about what goes into bringing a small, family-owned race team to the track each week. From working with mileaged-out parts to booking travel, Jeremy and his #51 team have to make the most of it. But he remains dedicated to living out his dream - a commitmen…
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Elliott Sadler is a Busy Man
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In retirement, former NASCAR driver Elliott Sadler’s schedule is more packed than ever with coaching youth sports, iRacing and golfing! So Steve was lucky to get him to join the Letarte On Location podcast this week. Elliott reflects on his driving career, the current state of the Playoffs, and which Hall of Fame driver helped him as a rookie.…
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Winston Kelley, Preserving and Covering History
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Winston Kelley, NASCAR Hall of Fame Executive Director & MRN Pit Reporter, joins Letarte On Location to share stories of the past in honor of Throwback Weekend at Darlington. Winston talks to Steve about how he juggled multiple jobs in order to follow NASCAR on the weekends, and balancing his current roles at the Hall of Fame and MRN. He also goes …
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Denny Hamlin has been making the most of the 2020 season, before and after the two-month pause due to the global pandemic. Steve welcomes the three-time Daytona 500 Champion to Letarte On Location this week. They talk about career goals and how they have evolved over time, popularity in NASCAR and hurdles Denny has overcome during his time in the s…
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In a conversation between crew chiefs, Steve welcomes Martin Truex Jr.’s head wrench James Small to Letarte On Location. In his maiden season as the head of the Joe Gibbs Racing No. 19 Toyota, Small talks about his start in racing back home in Australia to his current role in NASCAR's premier series. Small gives Steve a lesson about the difference …
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History Awaits NASCAR & Daytona… Again!
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Letarte On Location talks to Daytona International Speedway President Chip Wile ahead of the first NASCAR weekend on the facility’s storied road course. Both Chip and Steve share their love of NASCAR history along evolution of the sport. As leader of one of the most famous race tracks, Chip shares his career path mowing lawns at Darlington and late…
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In the latest edition of Letarte on Location, Steve welcomes NASCAR Cup Series driver Corey Lajoie. No stone is unturned as Steve asks Corey about his rise to the Cup Series, fatherhood and how his marketing skills have helped him further his racing career. Both Steve and Corey connect through their shared East Coast racing roots, trading stories f…
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Coming from his home office again, Steve talks to a neighbor, rookie Cup Series driver Cole Custer from his home in North Carolina. At 22 years old, Cole has quickly displayed that he is one of NASCAR rising stars, gathering wins across all racing series he’s competed in. After his first Cup win at Kentucky on July 12, the Stewart-Haas Racing drive…
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It’s 2020, and Steve Letarte is back with “Letarte On Location” - but locations are a little different for now. Steve talks with NBC Sports play-by-play announcer & host Leigh Diffey, both from their own homes. Leigh has contributed to a variety of motorsports productions for not only NBC, but the BBC too. In this first episode of the season, they …
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Steve is on location from historic Martinsville Speedway for an in-depth conversation with one of the most colorful personalities in all of NASCAR, Clint Bowyer. The two discuss Clint's career, which began on two wheels in motocross. After competing in a dirt modified, the Kansas native made the transition to asphalt and the world of NASCAR. Compet…
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Steve goes on location from Hendrick Motorsports in Charlotte, North Carolina for an in-depth conversation with crew chief Chad Knaus. Steve and Chad were long-time colleagues at HMS, working together as part of the famed "Rainbow Warriors" crew for NASCAR Hall of Famers Jeff Gordon and Ray Evernham. Knaus has since become one of NASCAR's most acco…
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Steve is on location from Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte, NC for an in-depth conversation with Sherry Pollex, the longtime partner of NASCAR Cup Series driver Martin Truex Jr. The two discuss a wide array of topics including the efforts of the Martin Truex Jr. Foundation to raise awareness and support initiatives specific to ovarian and ch…
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Episode 15 - Scott Borchetta
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Steve goes on location the from historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home to one of NASCAR's four "crown jewel" events, the Brickyard 400, as well as the iconic Indianapolis 500. Steve is joined by Big Machine Label Group President & CEO Scott Borchetta for in-depth conversation about the brand's sponsorship of the Brickyard 400 weekend, his overa…
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Steve goes on location at Darlington Raceway, one of NASCAR's most historic venues, for a conversation with NASCAR Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace. The two discuss Wallace's legendary career which included 55 Cup Series wins and the 1989 championship. After retiring from the driver's seat in 2005, Wallace has gone on to a successful broadcasting career…
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Steve goes on location from Bristol Motor Speedway for a conversation with country music singer Tim Dugger. The two discuss Dugger's music career and his strong connection to NASCAR. Often playing in clubs around the NASCAR circuit, Dugger not only developed a loyal following of race fans; he also became a favorite of several drivers and their crew…
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Episode 12 - David Wilson
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Steve goes on location from Toyota Racing Development in Salisbury, North Carolina for an in-depth conversation with TRD President and General Manager David Wilson. Representing one of three manufacturers at NASCAR’s top level, Wilson has guided Toyota to multiple championships across NASCAR's three national touring series (Cup, Xfinity, Truck). Du…
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Steve goes on location from Seneca Lodge in Watkins Glen, NY for a lively discussion with Boris Said. Considered one of the best road-course racers in all of motorsports, Said became a cult-like figure, especially at Watkins Glen, with his legion of fans known as "Said Heads". The two discuss Said's career in racing, highlighted by his success in s…
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Episode 10 - Martin Truex Jr
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Steve goes on location from Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, PA where he is joined by Martin Truex Jr. Competing in his first season with Joe Gibbs Racing, Truex is one of the leading contenders for the Cup Series Championship. A son of a racer, Martin discusses his growth in the sport, the importance of grassroots racing, his early struggles in the Cu…
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Episode 09 - Steve Myers
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Steve goes on location from New Hampshire Motor Speedway where he is joined by iRacing EVP and Executive Producer Steve Myers, along with NASCAR on NBC analyst and two-time Daytona 500 Champion Dale Earnhardt Jr. The trio discusses the phenomenon of iRacing (also known as simulation or "sim" racing) and the significant impact it has had on the curr…
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Episode 08 - Tony Kanaan
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Steve is on location from the Foyt Wine Vault in the shadow of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and is joined by veteran NTT IndyCar Series driver Tony Kanaan. The 44-year old Brazilian captured the IndyCar Series championship in 2004 and won the 2013 edition of the Indianapolis 500. The 22-year IndyCar veteran talks about his journey from his early…
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Steve goes on location from NASCAR headquarters in Daytona Beach, FL for a conversation with NASCAR EVP and Chief Marketing Officer Jill Gregory. As one of NASCAR’s highest ranking executives, Gregory has spearheaded the ongoing project to refresh and modernize the NASCAR brand. One of the topics discussed are the many different ways NASCAR offer t…
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Episode 06 - Jenna Fryer, Jeff Gluck, & Nate Ryan
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Steve is on location from the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway before the 103rd running of the Indy 500 where he is joined by three of motorsports' top journalists - Nate Ryan (NBC Sports), Jenna Fryer (Associated Press) and Jeff Gluck (The Athletic). They discuss some of the trending topics in racing including why Fernando Alonso and McLaren fai…
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Steve goes on location from Georgia’s famed Dawsonville Pool Room where he talks to NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver, Chase Elliott. The 23-year old sensation returns to his hometown after a thrilling victory at Talladega Superspeedway last Sunday, the fourth of his ever-growing Cup Series career. Steve and Chase discuss what it’s like being the son of…
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Episode 04 - Jimmie Johnson
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Steve is on location at Richmond Raceway with 7-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson. The pair discuss Johnson's preparations for the 2019 Boston Marathon which took place Monday, April 15. Johnson completed all 26.2 miles in a time of three hours, nine minutes and seven seconds. Johnson's marathon came less than 48 hours after running 40…
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Steve is joined by INDYCAR President Jay Frye on location from the famed Pagoda at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Steve and Jay discuss the state of INDYCAR, including the upcoming race at the Circuit of the Americas (Austin, TX) and the Indianapolis 500, which will be seen - for the first time - on NBC. Frye also talks about how he went from pla…
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Steve sits down with Roush/Yates Engines President & CEO Doug Yates at the Waffle House in Cornelius, North Carolina, which was the favorite restaurant of NASCAR Hall of Famer and Doug's father Robert Yates (1943-2017). They discuss several topics, including the growth of the famed Roush/Yates engine shop and the history of Robert Yates Racing. Ste…
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Steve is on location at the famed Streamline Hotel in Daytona Beach, Florida where "Big" Bill France organized a meeting in December 1947 to discuss the future of stock-car racing and conceived NASCAR. Steve catches up with Doug Duchardt, currently the Chief Operating Officer at Chip Ganassi Racing. They discuss their time working together at Hendr…
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Get ready for Steve Letarte's new podcast! First episode will air Tuesday, February 19th.โดย Letarte on Location
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