NHRA Nitro with Joe Castello featuring NHRA's Josh Hachat

The boys are back, and this week it’s all about the state of drag racing as we sit down with influencers Kyra Sage and NitroSurveyor. From fan engagement and social media’s impact on the sport to what’s driving excitement heading into the 75th anniversary season of the NHRA, we cover it all. Kyra and NitroSurveyor share their unique perspectives on where drag racing stands today, what needs to keep growing, and what they’re most excited to see as the NHRA celebrates a historic milestone. It’s an honest, forward-looking conversation about the future of the sport we love—mixed with plenty of laughs and racing passion. Buckle up… Life’s a Drag is rolling into the 75th season.

#NHRA #DragRacing #NHRAschedule NHRA Legend Joe Amato joins Joe Castello for a conversation about his extraordinary life, career, and his participation in the 75th season of NHRA Drag Racing beginning at the Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Amato is considered one of the greatest of all time with 5 Top Fuel world championships including 3 in a row (1990,91,92) and 52 wins. He also broke the 260 mph and 280 mph barriers in his Hall of Fame career. Joe Amato is making his first WFO appearance. Jasmine Salinas and Maddi Gordon were on Miami Beach with the Unrivaled Basketball League, WFO caught up with the Top Fuel stars to discuss Chasing Speed, the VICETV NHRA show, and the upcoming NHRA season. 🚨 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 Ignition is loaded with results from the Rolex 24, The Chili Bowl, and more! The team talks about new F1 cars and liveries. Is Ferrari in trouble already? Sue Morris breaks down Super Cross, Gio in Miami takes a deep dive into the world of sports on the World Famous SportsCollision and Matt in Australia gives the New Zealand report...say what? Bobby Graham has some career advice for everyone after hearing Austin Prock on WFO, and WFO Joe gives the details of his time at the D5 Awards banquet. This is a must listen...so sign on.

Join the boys as they discuss the Natty, Austin Procks big news and the new Vice TV show Chasing Speed.

#nhra #AustinProck #dragracing In this special episode, we feature 2X NHRA Funny Car World Champion Austin Prock in his first WFO interview since making headlines by joining Ford Racing and Bob Tasca's Mustang Nitro Funny Car team at Tasca Racing. Fresh off his back-to-back championships and now piloting the iconic Ford Performance Mustang Dark Horse Funny Car—with his father Jimmy Prock as crew chief and the entire Prock family crew aboard—Austin opens up about his bold move to leave John Force Racing after years of success there. He'll share the reasons behind the switch, the thrill of aligning with Ford Racing and the Tasca organization, and how this new partnership positions him to chase history. Prock dives deep into his ambitious goal: securing a third consecutive NHRA Funny Car World Championship in what promises to be one of the most competitive seasons yet. Plus, with the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series celebrating its milestone 75th season in 2026—complete with a historic 20-race schedule, new tracks, special Diamond Wally trophies, legendary honorees, and nonstop celebrations—Austin reflects on what it means to compete in this landmark year and carry the momentum into Gainesville for the season-opening Gatornationals. Don't miss this can't-miss conversation packed with championship insights, team transitions, and big-picture excitement for the sport's diamond anniversary season. Tune in to WFO Radio NHRA Nitro for all the nitro-burning details! 🚨 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

Life's a Drag in the new year by WFO Radio Podcast

NHRA Nitro is back! Host, Joe Castello covers the latest news in the world of NHRA Drag Racing! NHRA's Director of PR and Communications, Josh Hachat stops by for a deep dive into the 75th season of NHRA and all the events surrounding the year long celebration. NHRA's Top 75 drivers list and the big Ford announcement happening January 15th are all on the table. Don't miss it! 🚨 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

This week's episode of WFO Ignition is packed with high-octane motorsports action and analysis, hosted by Joe Castello alongside the full cast of characters! The crew dives deep into NASCAR's exciting new championship points system for 2026, as the sport revives "The Chase" format. After the 26-race regular season, the top 16 drivers advance to a 10-race postseason where the highest points total crowns the champion—no more eliminations or single-race finales! Wins now award 55 points (up from 40), emphasizing consistency and rewarding race victories even more. The team breaks down how this shift rewards full-season performance while keeping the playoff intensity fans love. Gio in Miami brings the heat with a fresh SportsCollision segment, recapping the thrilling College Football Playoff action where the University of Miami Hurricanes edged out Ole Miss 31-27 in the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl semifinal. Carson Beck's clutch late touchdown run sealed the win, sending Miami to face Indiana in the National Championship game—marking a historic moment for the program! Sue Morris previews the start of midget racing madness with the 2026 Chili Bowl Nationals kicking off in Tulsa (January 12-17), featuring over 300 competitors chasing the Golden Driller trophy, plus the early vibes from the Monster Energy Supercross season opener in Anaheim, where the high-flying action is already underway. Plus, host Joe Castello delivers the latest updates on his personal passion project, Project Pontiac—the restored 1978 Trans Am tribute to his late father, now hitting the track in NHRA competition with big power and even bigger heart. Tune in for unfiltered debate, insider takes, laughs, and the signature WFO energy from the full crew—don't miss this one! WFO!

he crystal ball is out and the bench racing is officially underway! On this episode of Life’s a Drag Podcast, the boys break down their bold predictions for the 2026 season — who’s primed for a breakout year, which teams could surprise the field, and what storylines might define the championship chase. Plus, we welcome Josh Hart into the studio to talk about what he has planned for the upcoming season, goals for the year ahead, and what fans can expect when the cars hit the track. From off-season moves to on-track expectations, this episode sets the tone for what could be an unforgettable year in drag racing. Buckle up — the road to 2026 starts now!

#NHRA #Racing #Champion Fresh off clinching his fifth NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Top Alcohol Funny Car world championship in the last eight seasons (2018, 2019, 2021, 2024, and 2025), Sean Bellemeur joins WFO Radio host Joe Castello for an in-depth, wide-ranging interview. The Bartone Bros. "Killer B’s" driver reflects on a dominant 2025 campaign that featured multiple national event wins, the team's bold experimentation with the injected nitro combination early in the year, the strategic switch back to blown alcohol, and the dramatic title clinch at Las Vegas when rival Brian Hough's early exit sealed the deal. Bellemeur discusses the challenges, triumphs, and teamwork with owner Tony Bartone and legendary tuner Steve Boggs that propelled them to this milestone, placing Sean in elite company among multi-time alcohol champions. Looking ahead, Sean shares his excitement for the future, continued domination in TAFC, and what's next for one of the most successful drivers in class history. A must-listen for NHRA fans—raw, insightful, and full of championship perspective! 🚨 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