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The WoodShop Chronicles: APPALACHIAN PODCAST ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL with Paul Hall, Amos Denton, John Clements, Joel Long, James Wright, Dean Motley, and Ryan Woods
May 3, 2022

The WoodShop Chronicles: APPALACHIAN PODCAST ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL with…

Our one year show is here and it turned out as good as we had hoped. We started off hot with Paul Hall, fresh off his recent start at Bowman Gray Stadium for Hillbilly Racing. There was quite a bit of controversy there, so we...

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Franklin County Speedway pt 2 with Langley Austin
April 26, 2022

Franklin County Speedway pt 2 with Langley Austin

In part 2 of this show with Langley Austin, the man behind the madness at Franklin County Speedway, we pick up where we left off with stories of the craziness. We definitely dove into stories of former famed promoter Donald "...

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Lakehouse Roast Session: Life Before Social Media with John Clements, Thomas Meeks, Donovan Dudley, Scott Minnix, and Dean Motley
April 19, 2022

Lakehouse Roast Session: Life Before Social Media with John Clements,…

No real good way to describe this abomination, so just sit back and get a laugh. We are seven friends that go way, way back, and we figured it would be fun to put us all together in a room and see what happened. What we got ...

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SMART MODIFIEDS from Turn 2 at FCS featuring Steve Post of MRN Radio, Matthew Dillner of Dirty Mo Media, and Senator Bill Stanley, with guest Co-host Julian Austin
April 12, 2022

SMART MODIFIEDS from Turn 2 at FCS featuring Steve Post of MRN Radio,…

Simply put, this episode was awesome. We set up in turn 2 for the SMART Modified race at Franklin County Speedway and had some of the biggest names in racing join us for fantastic discussions. We also snuck in some great loca...

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Ole Rebel Guy with Franklin County Speedway Legend Gerald Compton, Featuring SMART Modified Tour Director Chris Williams
April 4, 2022

Ole Rebel Guy with Franklin County Speedway Legend Gerald Compton, Fe…

This is a special show for a special week, as we welcomed one of the biggest legends of Franklin County Speedway Gerald Compton, winner of the first dirt and asphalt race at FCS with over 400 wins, on to the show with SMART M...

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Franklin County Speedway pt 1 with Langley Austin
March 29, 2022

Franklin County Speedway pt 1 with Langley Austin

This show was pretty epic for episode 55, as we got to officially talk about our beloved Franklin County Speedway with the man behind the madness, Langley Austin. The memories for so many go on and on with this place, and we'...

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The Virginia Gentleman with Racing Legend Jimmy Hensley, also featuring Chris Williams & JB Cole of the SMART Modified Tour
March 22, 2022

The Virginia Gentleman with Racing Legend Jimmy Hensley, also featuri…

This show was a treat as we got to sit down with Racing Legend, "The Virginia Gentleman", Jimmy Hensley, in a roundtable discussion with Chris Williams and JB Cole of the SMART Modified Tour. Jimmy was a childhood hero, and ...

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Crazy Masons with James Griffin, Owner of The Crazy Masons Milkshake Bar in Lynchburg, VA
March 14, 2022

Crazy Masons with James Griffin, Owner of The Crazy Masons Milkshake …

This was a special show, as we were on location at The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar in Forest, VA to sit down with owner James Griffin. We discussed his venture into owning one of the hottest dessert shops in the country, featur...

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Opening The Scene Vault pt 2: The 1992 Hooters 500 with Rick Houston
March 10, 2022

Opening The Scene Vault pt 2: The 1992 Hooters 500 with Rick Houston

In part 2 with Rick Houston we jump into the 1992 Hooters 500, arguably the best race in Cup history, which was the inspiration for his book "NASCAR's Greatest Race". We talked about the amazing run by Bill Elliott, Davey All...

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Opening The Scene Vault pt 1 with Rick Houston, Host of "The Scene Vault Podcast"
March 7, 2022

Opening The Scene Vault pt 1 with Rick Houston, Host of "The Scene Va…

This episode we welcomed journalist (Winston Cup Scene), author (NASCAR's Greatest Race: The 1992 Hooters 500, Dale vs Daytona, Second to None) and podcast host (The Scene Vault Podcast) Rick Houston , and it was an amazing ...

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5 Points Music Sanctuary: The Power of Sound with Tyler Godsey
March 1, 2022

5 Points Music Sanctuary: The Power of Sound with Tyler Godsey

For our 50th Episode we were fortunate enough to have on Tyler Godsey, Director of 5 Points Music Sanctuary, and it couldn't have worked out better for this special occasion. It's difficult to put into words how powerful this...

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The WoodShop Chronicles: Crawford and Power pt2
Feb. 24, 2022

The WoodShop Chronicles: Crawford and Power pt2

In the second part of our show, with Crawford and Power members Jake Crawford and Ethan Power, we jump right in to talking about the plethora of amazing musicians who call Franklin County home. We spoke about the influences o...

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The WoodShop Chronicles: Crawford and Power pt1
Feb. 21, 2022

The WoodShop Chronicles: Crawford and Power pt1

We're back at the WoodShop with our most kick-ass Franklin County episode yet, as we bring on Jacob Crawford and Ethan Power (Crawford and Power )hot on the heels of their tour with Travis Tritt and Frank Foster. These guys a...

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A Voice of NASCAR Part 2 with Steve Post of MRN Radio
Feb. 17, 2022

A Voice of NASCAR Part 2 with Steve Post of MRN Radio

In part 2 of our show with Steve Post, MRN Radio Pit Reporter, we go into his passion for racing up north, talk more short track racing, the SMART MODIFIED TOUR and his plan to attend the Franklin County Speedway race, makin...

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A Voice of NASCAR Part 1 with Steve Post of MRN Radio
Feb. 14, 2022

A Voice of NASCAR Part 1 with Steve Post of MRN Radio

Our TURNN3 Series returns with a familiar voice to race fans. Steve Post of MRN Radio, and Steve Post Communications, joins us to talk all things racing. We had intentions of letting Steve tell his story, but we quickly found...

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A Golden Opportunity with NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Driver Jack Wood
Feb. 7, 2022

A Golden Opportunity with NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Driver Ja…

In this episode we talk with GMS Racing newest NASCAR CWTS Driver Jack Wood about the upcoming season and the expectations set for him. We also go into his start into racing, journey from California to Carolina, the track sce...

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Defying Expectations- Part 2-featuring NASCAR CWTS Driver Jesse Little, w/Kris Bowen and Brad Pruitt
Feb. 3, 2022

Defying Expectations- Part 2-featuring NASCAR CWTS Driver Jesse Littl…

In part two of our show featuring NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, and Young's Motorsports, Driver Jesse Little we jump back in with the wild stories between him, Brad, and Kris from their K&N Pro Series days. We also talke...

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Defying Expectations- Part 1-featuring NASCAR CWTS Driver Jesse Little, w/Kris Bowen and Brad Pruitt
Jan. 31, 2022

Defying Expectations- Part 1-featuring NASCAR CWTS Driver Jesse Littl…

In part one of our show featuring NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, and Young's Motorsports, Driver Jesse Little we surprise him with former crew members Kris Bowen (JGR) and Brad Pruitt to share stories of their days rising...

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Small Town to American Idol with Caleb Lee Hutchinson
Jan. 27, 2022

Small Town to American Idol with Caleb Lee Hutchinson

Immediately dismiss your preconceived notions, this ain't the one. We thought the same. American Idol, 22 years old, generation gap, how will this work? Caleb is the real deal. He's got a powerful voice, a great sense of humo...

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Gypsy Soul with Whey Jennings
Jan. 24, 2022

Gypsy Soul with Whey Jennings

In this episode we speak to Whey Jennings, kick ass artist and grandson of Legendary Outlaw Country Singer Waylon Jennings. What an awesome, awesome guy to have on and talk about life, along with his unique twist to a familia...

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They Can't Start Without Me featuring Billboard Award-Winning DJ Robynn Jaymes
Jan. 17, 2022

They Can't Start Without Me featuring Billboard Award-Winning DJ Roby…

This show we're joined by Robynn Jaymes, who now DJs for B99.9-Southern Virginia's Country Station. You may also recognize her from her time in Lynchburg, and Roanoke, and she's brought us some hilarious stories. We discussed...

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The Longest Mile in Iraq with 1032nd Combat Veterans Nathan Williams, Emmette Bird, Wes Brickey, Casey Brannon, and Lindsey Perdue
Jan. 15, 2022

The Longest Mile in Iraq with 1032nd Combat Veterans Nathan Williams,…

This is a special episode that we decided to do out of nowhere, in honor of the veterans who deal with traumatic issues on a daily basis. For the duration of their deployment, the soldiers of the 1032nd TC were essentially se...

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Building Champions with Barry Nelson of Nelson Motorsports
Jan. 10, 2022

Building Champions with Barry Nelson of Nelson Motorsports

Our TURNN3 Series picks back up with Barry Nelson, owner of Nelson Motorsports and CARS TOUR Championship Owner of the #22 Nelson Motorsports Chevrolet, driven by Bobby McCarty. Barry is a man of many hats, and we discuss a l...

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The WoodShop Chronicles Part 2: In Memory of Alan Arant & The Legend of Ryan Woods featuring Amos Denton, John Clements, Simon Winch, Heather Winch, and Ryan Woods
Jan. 1, 2022

The WoodShop Chronicles Part 2: In Memory of Alan Arant & The Legend …

This episode was our most entertaining yet, and for good reason. We told some great stories of Alan from days of old. We also got to hear the most legendary Nissan Altima story of all time, and introduce Heather, Simons wife,...

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