From restaurant kitchens to the roar of race engines, Stan Narrison shares his journey from the food industry to becoming a 26-year racetrack promoter at Montgomery Motor Speedway and creator of the Modifieds of Mayhem series. He discusses the challenges of running a track, the resilience it takes to keep it alive, and the lessons learned along the way.

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From the roar of engines to the edge of eternity, this episode dives into the incredible story of Billy Melvin, a local Alabama race car driver known for winning races and walking away from some of the wildest wrecks on the track. But Billy’s toughest battle didn’t happen behind the wheel—it happened in a hospital bed when COVID nearly took his life. In this powerful conversation, Billy shares stories from the track, the crashes he survived, and the life-changing moment he says gave him a glimpse into heaven. It’s a story about speed, survival, faith, and the perspective you gain when you come face-to-face with death.

God Bless

Augie Grill has spent his life chasing speed — and winning when it matters most. A two-time Snowball Derby champion and one of the Southeast’s most respected Super Late Model racers, Grill built his name on grit, consistency, and big-race performances.

But his toughest fight didn’t happen on the track. After battling and beating cancer, Grill climbed back behind the wheel with the same determination that’s defined his career. In this episode, he opens up about racing through adversity, overcoming life’s biggest challenge, and why — no matter the obstacle — it’s all he’s ever known.

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Wayne Hill is a master fabricator and car builder whose career has been shaped alongside racing legends like Davey Allison, Red Farmer, and Derrike Cope. Known for his craftsmanship and deep roots in the racing world, Wayne has spent decades building bodies, fine-tuning racecars, and helping teams chase speed at the highest levels of the sport.

After surviving a near-fatal motorcycle accident, Wayne’s day-to-day life may look a little different—but his passion hasn’t slowed down. He’s still in the shop, still shaping metal, and still living the racer’s life on the road, touring with John Bolen and his late model team. Wayne’s story is one of resilience, grit, and a lifelong dedication to the craft behind the cars.

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In the 90s, Teddy Rhodes was a force to be reckoned with — a multi-time track champion and one of the most popular drivers to ever race at Sayre Speedway. But his legacy goes beyond trophies and checkered flags.

Teddy is also the man who helped my father get his start in racing — the mentor who set it all in motion. In this episode, we look back at the impact, influence, and lasting legacy of a driver whose mark on the track — and on our family — will live on for years to come.

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Two 17-year-old standouts, Liam England and Colton Gray, are proving they’re the next generation of short track racing. This podcast dives into how these young drivers got their start, what drives them to compete, and the passion that fuels their push toward success. More than just racing stories, it’s a reminder of why investing in youth talent matters—and how pouring into the next generation is key to keeping short track racing alive and growing. God Bless!

Kenny Hogan is pure Southeast racing grit. Since 1982, he’s been smashing fenders and cheating death in demo derbies and figure-8 races where most don’t finish. He’s won three track championships in a single season at two different tracks—twice—a feat few would even attempt. Wrecks, rivalries, and raw determination—this episode is Kenny Hogan, unfiltered. God Bless!

Today’s guest is Don Leo, a Birmingham sports mainstay whose career spans radio, racetracks, and ballparks. A longtime radio voice and track announcer at Sayre Speedway and Birmingham International Raceway, Don also served as Head of Marketing for the Texaco Havoline NASCAR team alongside the legendary Davey Allison. He later brought that same winning mindset to baseball as a marketing force behind the Birmingham Barons.

From high-speed motorsports to America’s pastime, Don Leo has helped bring sports to life for fans across generations. God Bless!