Talkzone: The Race Report

Host : Steve Parker

Host : Sam Atwell

The Race Report will keep you on track with the inside story on the top drivers, winning-est teams, and upcoming races.

Hosted by automotive and racing experts Steve Parker and Sam Atwell, they not only bring you the world of NASCAR but they also share their outspoken opinions and views on everything NASCAR.

There's always plenty to talk about on The Race Report -- after all, automotive racing is now considered the second-most popular pro sport in America after pro football (based on TV ratings). Worldwide, NASCAR events are broadcast in over 150 countries. And, the sport of auto racing now has 75 million fans buying $3 billion in licensed products annually.

Recent Episodes

Down to the Wire NASCAR got what it wanted - It all comes down to the final race, with Denny Hamlin hoping to hold off Jimmie Johnson. We'll preview the final race, and look at the racing headlines of the week, on this edition of the Race Report.

Kobalt Tools 500 Preview Only two to go, and Hamlin has captured the lead. Is Jimmie streak finally over? Then, is a crew chief switch just an act of desperation? An we'll preview the penultimate race in the Chase coming up this weekend at Phoenix.

AAA Texas 500 Preview The three cup contenders survived Talledega, and now head for Texas. We’ll wrap up the Amp Energy Juice 500 and preview the AAA Texas 500. Plus all the latest news from around the racing world, including Richard Petty’s attempt to buy back his team, and the sport saying goodbye to Jim Hunter.

The Chase is Really On Denny Hamlin did what he needed to do, and now the Chase is REALLY on! We'll wrap up the action from Martinsville, which was full of controversy. Plus a preview of this weekend's race at Talledega.
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As host of The Race Report since its inception, Steve Parker has played an integral part in making The Race Report one of the most comprehensive racing programs in the country. In addition to The Race Report, the 20-year radio and television veteran has been heard “calling the turns” on national race broadcasts of Cup, Busch and Truck Series action. Steve’s voice has also been heard on the web site of one of Nextel Cup’s top teams. But it’s his knowledge of NASCAR combined with his razor wit that make him one of the top radio hosts in the nation. Outside of broadcasting, Steve has been published in several NASCAR and general interest magazines.

Raised on racing and holding nearly 20 years broadcasting experience in both radio and television, Sam Atwell has covered automobiles for as long as he can remember. Sam brings his passion for NASCAR to The Race Report every week with a blend of humor and insight that can’t be matched. One of the original hosts of The Race Report, Sam also lends his voice to The Auto Minute, heard on stations across the country. Sam has also been published in several sports magazines.