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The exclusive podcast about Supermodified racing hosted by Tom Baker, who has been attending supermodified races since 1973. Covering the "Home of the Supermodifieds" - Oswego Speedway, and both the International Supermodified Association (ISMA) and Midwest Supermodified Series tours as well, Inside Groove brings you exclusive interviews with past and present supermodified racers and other VIP's, and talks about Oswego's SBS division and 350 Supermodifieds as well!
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10 01 23 Inside Groove Podcast 130 - 4WD Controversy, Recaps of Lancaster and The 'Mills
Episode 130 - Rewind: 4WD Controversy, Recaps: Evans Mills and Lancaster
Welcome to episode 130 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.
Host Tom Baker takes us back nearly 50 years to 1976, when the Oswego Speedway and those in supermodified racing were pondering whether or not to ban four wheel drive capability in the class. In an article published in the 1976 Classic Yearbook written by John Hill, all sides of the issue are presented, letting us gain some insight into the factors going into the ultimate decision to enact the ban following that season.
Camden Proud joins Baker to break down the recent John Burr Classic for the ISMA Supers at Evans Mills along with the SBS shows there and at Lancaster's US Open.
What's In A Number? The Number 30 and its relevance to Oswego Speedway and supermodified racing is this week's segment focus, and Tom talks about Slammin' Sammy Carista and the Carista family among others who carried that number through the years.
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Sep 23, 2023
09 23 23 Inside Groove 129 - Brendan Young: From Quads To Cars; Remembering Leona
Episode 129 - Brendan Young: From Quads To Cars; Remembering Leona Shampine Barnett
Welcome to episode 129 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.
This week's episode starts off with host Tom Baker paying tribute to the late Leona Shampine Barnett, the "better half" behind supermodified legend Jimmy Shampine's career who passed away recently.
350 Supermodified Rookie Brendan Young joins the show to talk about his family's long-time relationship with Oswego Speedway and supermodifieds and how his own journey evolved from Oswego Speedway fan to Quad racer to 350 Supermodified rookie.
What's In A Number? The Number 29 and its relevance to Oswego Speedway and supermodified racing is this week's segment focus, and Tom discusses the supermodified racer turned world champion luge competitor - Don Haas, Jr who had the 29 for a few years.
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Sep 15, 2023
09 15 23 Inside Groove Podcast 128 - Bringing Back The Deuce
Episode 128 - 2023 Classic Weekend Recap II - Bringing Back The Deuce, Breaking Down The Races
Welcome to episode 128 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.
The 67th Annual Budweiser Classic Weekend at the Oswego Speedway had lots of twists and turns, and host Tom Baker is joined by track PR coordinator/supermodified racer Camden Proud to break down all three events and what made the weekend special.
Tom also reads a handwritten account from veteran supermodified motor builder turned restoration enthusiast Doug Holmes of the restoration of the Immortal "Little Deuce", which made its first appearance at the track since 1974 and was driven for some "warm" laps by its most famous racer, Bentley Warren.
What's In A Number? The Number 28 belongs to "The Red Creek Rocket" Kempton Dates, and Tom reads the foreword he wrote for the Kemp Dates scrapbook compiled by Faye and Jody Dates to pay tribute to the 1977 Track Champion.
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Sep 9, 2023
09-09-23 Inside Groove 127 - Danzer Wins the Classic, Gosek Talks Future
2023 Classic Weekend Recap I - Danzer Classic Winnerview, Gosek Talks Future
Welcome to episode 127 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.
The 67th Annual Budweiser Classic Weekend at the Oswego Speedway had lots of twists and turns, and host Tom Baker begins unpacking all that went into the weekend with the first Classic Recap show. Dave Danzer got his first ever win in the 200-lap Supermodified Classic, and Tom caught up with him after the race was over for a "winnerview" presented on this show.
Joe Gosek is as old as the race itself - 67, and began competing in it back in 1980. Speculation before the race centered around whether or not the former Indy 500 competitor would retire after the race, and Tom got Joe to answer the question...sort of. Hear that interview in this show as well.
What's In A Number? Well, the Number 27 contains some interesting history at the Oswego Speedway in supermodified racing, and Tom gets to the bottom of at least most of that in this episode.
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Aug 30, 2023
08 30 23 - Inside Groove 126 - 1973 Classic Rewind: Andrews Beats The Deuce
*Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast 126 - REWIND: 1973 Classic - Andrews Beats The Deuce*
Welcome to episode 126 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.
This is a "classic" episode of The Groove Show, as host Tom Baker takes us back 50 years to relive the 1973 International Classic 200 at the famed Oswego Speedway. Beginning the show with some fun facts from that year, Tom sets a humorous tone for the rest of the episode, using the 1974 Classic Program to recap Kenny Andrews' somewhat controversial '73 win, after brushing wheels with the Immortal "Little Deuce" of Jimmy Winks in a pass for the win. Then, he reads one of the funniest "Iver The Driver" columns ever written - taking us through a "dream" Iver had that it was the year 2024, the Classic was 68 years old and we'll let you listen to hear the rest - we don't want to spoil it for you! This episode's What's In A Number segment discusses the number 26, and Tom finishes with an update on Dave Shullick Jr's status for this year's Classic and another little bit of news.
Don't miss this one-of-a-kind episode of The Groove!
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Aug 24, 2023
08 24 23 Inside Groove 125 - Dave Shullick Jr. Talks Championship, Classic
*Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast 125 - Dave Shullick, Jr. Talks Championship, Classic*
Welcome to episode 125 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.
Show host Tom Baker talks with 2023 Oswego Speedway supermodified track champion Dave Shullick, Jr. Dave won the championship last weekend without having to start the feature, which was fortunate, because he's nursing a broken finger from a crash that took place on August 12th. Shullick talked about his season, the road to the championship and his status for Classic Weekend.
Supermodified racer / Oswego Speedway PR Coordinator Camden Proud joined Baker for a recap of the Championship Night events, and the pair continued to to preview the upcoming 67th Annual Budweiser International Classic Weekend at Oswego. Tom talks about the relevance of the No. 25 in Oswego Speedway supermodified history.
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Aug 18, 2023
08 18 23 Inside Groove 124 - Jeff Abold Wins The Triple Crown
*Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast 124 - Jeff Abold Wins Triple Crown*
Welcome to episode 124 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation.
Show host Tom Baker talks with Jeff Abold, who made supermodified history when he won the Sandusky Hi-Miler Classic recently, joining a handful of the best to ever strap into a super in winning the "triple crown" - the Budweiser International Classic at Oswego Speedway, the Star Speedway Classic and the Hi-Miler. Jeff walks through his historic weekend and discusses his up and down Oswego season to-date.
Supermodified racer / Oswego Speedway PR Coordinator Camden Proud also returns to the show to talk about last week's ISMA/MSS Winged Challenge race and to preview the upcoming 67th Annual Budweiser International Classic Weekend at Oswego. Tom talks about the relevance of the No. 24 in Oswego Speedway supermodified history.
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Aug 17, 2023
08 17 23 Inside Groove Podcast - Josh Sokolic, Mike Bruce
Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast - Episode 123: Winnerviews with Camden Proud and Tony DeStevens
Welcome to episode 123 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation. Show host Tom Baker is joined by Josh Sokolic, whose supermodified debut at the Oswego Speedway last weekend almost overshadowed Mike Ordway's win in the ISMA/MSS Challenge Series race, and two-time 2023 Oswego winner Mike Bruce.
Sokolic talks about the last minute call to jump into the Soule Racing 32 supermodified for the race, which was postponed from Saturday to Sunday by rain, and how the game plan changed as raceday morning unfolded. He also updates us on the progress of solving the mechanical gremlin that climbed into his own 350 super over the weekend.
Bruce joined the show to recount his two wins on the season, shared some insightful perspective on the announcement that the winner's share of the upcoming 67th Annual Budweiser International Classic had gone from $15,000 to $20,000, and talks about the array of race cars currently in his shop and what his plans are for them in the future.
This week's "What's in a number?" segment features the No. 23, as Tom talks about its relevance in Oswego Speedway and Supermodified history.
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Jul 14, 2023
07 14 23 Inside Groove 122 - One Proud Night For DeStevens!
Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast - Episode 122: Winnerviews with Camden Proud and Tony DeStevens
Welcome to episode 122 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation. In our second straight extra-distance episode, our host Tom Baker is joined by two first-time winners at the Oswego Speedway - SBS racer Tony DeStevens and Supermodified racer Camden Proud.
Proud not only dishes about winning the supermodified feature on his first night out this year after several months of health challenges with his father, Tim Proud, who got his first Oswego win in the SBS class last season, he also joins Tom for a lively recap of last weekend's races and a look ahead to the rest of the year.
DeStevens win in the SBS class was made even more special by the fact that just two weeks ago he suffered a hard crash into the infamous Oswego steel wall and his older brother Joey literally slept in the garage making repairs in six nights to get the car ready to race again.
This week's "What's in a number?" segment features the No. 22, with Tom making the save of his life at the end preventing another "Jack Patrick Moment" like he had when he was recalling drivers of the No. 90.
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Jun 27, 2023
06 27 23 Inside Groove 121 - Winnerviews: Schartner and Sokolic
Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast - Episode 121: Winnerviews with Andrew Schartner and Josh Sokolic
Welcome to episode 121 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast, brought to you by Steering Wheel Nation. In this extra-distance episode, our host Tom Baker is joined by two of the most recent winners at the Oswego Speedway - SBS Winner Andrew Schartner and 350 Supermodified winner Josh Sokolic.
In his own words, Andrew Schartner held off Noah Ratcliffe in one of the most exciting races in recent Oswego Speedway history on Saturday to get his first win in six years in the SBS division. No longer a full-time racer, Andrew flies up from Charlotte, N.C. as often as he can to compete at Central New York's renown 5/8-mile asphalt track. He and Tom talk about the win and reflect on a career that had Andrew at 17 years of age on the Board of Directors of a racing club before moving from dirt to pavement to begin an impressive run that continues to this day at Oswego.
Josh Sokolic has won twice so far in the 350 Supermodified division this year at "The Big O". He moved up last year from the SBS class to the faster, more nimble 350 Supers and talks about how that move has opened up his driving style and taught him to be more aggressive. He surprises Tom with the answer to the question of what he would change in the 350 division if he could, and the differences in what is required from a driver to succeed in SBS and 350.
This week's "What's in a number?" segment features the No. 21, opening with some discussion about the wife of a No. 21 co-owner performing for the crowd on Classic Weekend in the mid-70's.
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Jun 20, 2023
06 20 23 Inside Groove 120 - Kyle Perry Celebrates His First Win!
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 119 powered by Indy Performance Composites
GUEST: Fourth-generation Midwest racer Sawyer Stout
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Kyle Perry finally got his first 350 Supermodified win at Oswego Speedway last weekend after nearly three years of trying. He talks about what it was like to grab that first victory and drops a hint about some other things he's got planned for later season! The What's In A Number segment looks at both 3 and 12 in Oswego and supermodified history.
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Jun 6, 2023
06 06 23 Inside Groove 119 - Zitzka Brothers Step Up To Supers
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GUEST: 2023 Supermodified Rookie Kenyon Zitzka
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Kenyon Zitzka is the featured guest to talk about he and his brother Ryan's decision to go Supermodified racing for 2023 and the family racing history in TQ Midget cars. Camden Proud and Tom review the first "top wing" portion of John Nicotra's Challenge Series at Oswego Speedway this past weekend, which Otto Sitterly won.
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Jun 2, 2023
06 02 23 Inside Groove Podcast - Dave Shullick, Jr. Talks About Shampine Memorial Win
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 112 powered by Indy Performance Composites
GUEST: Fourth-generation Midwest racer Sawyer Stout
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Dave Shullick Jr. talks about his opening day win in the Jim Shampine Memorial at the Oswego Speedway, and Tom recalls the journey of both the number 9 and number 18 in Oswego Supermodified history in this week's What's In A Number segment.
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May 26, 2023
05 26 23 - Inside Groove Podcast 117 - 2023 Oswego Speedway Season Preview
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 116 powered by Indy Performance Composites
GUEST: Oswego Speedway Supermodified Racer / PR Director Camden Proud
This week's Inside Groove Podcast is an emotional roller coaster. Supermodified racer/PR Director Camden Proud returns to preview what should be a most exciting season at the Oswego Speedway, and then helps host Tom Baker remember two dear members of the Speedway fraternity who have passed away recently - tire guru Mike Murphy, whose kindness and generosity were felt for nearly 50 years throughout the pit area, and Ron Sharkey, a car owner and member of one of Oswego's first families going back to the Sharkey Bros. No. 08 in the early 70's.
The What's In A Number segment looks at both 8 and 17 in Oswego and supermodified history.
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May 18, 2023
05 18 23 Inside Groove Podcast 116 - The Thrill Of The Chase
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GUEST: Supermodified restoration enthusiast Larry Trenca
Larry Trenca grew up going to Oswego Speedway in the 1960’s. His father, Pete, is a legend in his own right as “Pete The Program Man”. Larry spent many years working on various race teams before retiring and moving south to Tennessee. Still having the bug for supermodifieds, he’s restored two former Steve Gioia machines and has added a Dates chassis now. He just loves researching what happened to former supermodifieds, and he talks about all of it on this week’s show.
The What's In A Number segment looks at both 7 and 16 in Oswego and supermodified history.
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series - hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified addict Tom Baker.
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May 8, 2023
05 08 23 Badass: Remembering Chuck Ciprich
They didn't call Chuck Ciprich "Chargin' Charlie" for no reason. That man was a badass. In the 1970's, a decade in which racing both dirt and pavement with equal skill was attempted by many but successful for few, Ciprich thrilled Northeast race fans with his exciting driving style. He passed away recently in Florida, and this week's show looks back at a career that lasted less than 20 years but was filled with big moments in cars that weren't supposed to make big moments possible. Our "What's In A Number" segment discusses the relevance of numbers 6 and 15 in Oswego Speedway supermodified history, and the 15's tie in to what host Tom Baker opines is Ciprich's Seminole moment behind the wheel of a supermodified.
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Apr 15, 2023
Inside Groove Oswego Speedway '72 Rewind - Hot Wheels For The Win!
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast hopes back in the time machine for another trip back to 1972 and host Tom Baker takes us through race number five of the Oswego Speedway season. Relive a huge race for a top Canadian racer and remember one of the most colorful drivers to ever turn a lap in a super, Baldy Baker.
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Mar 20, 2023
03 20 23 - Inside Groove Podcast 114 (Remembering Dean Hoag, Jody London)
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 114 - Powered by Indy Performance Composites
"Remembering Dean Hoag"
GUEST: Event Promoter Jody London
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This episode pays tribute to former Supermodified racer Dean Hoag, who passed away recently, and welcomes race promoter Jody London to talk about the tripleheader he has set for Classic Weekend with Super Stocks, Compact Cars and the Sport Modified division.
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Mar 10, 2023
03 10 23 Inside Groove 1972 Oswego Speedway Season Rewind Race 6 - 8 Ball By A Lap!
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1972 Oswego Speedway Season Rewind - Eagle Volume 7 - Race 6 "8Ball By A Lap!"
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This 1972 Season Rewind Series looks back 50 years at each event of that year at Oswego!
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Feb 26, 2023
02 26 23 Inside Groove News Update - Camden Proud
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GUEST: Supermodified racer/writer Camden Proud
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This episode is a 2023 Season Supermodified news update with racer/writer Camden Proud and some surprises are revealed!
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Feb 20, 2023
02 20 23 Inside Groove Podcast 113 - Mike Silliman 50 Years At Oswego
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GUEST: Long-time Oswego Speedway insider Mike Silliman
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This very special show finds long-time Oswego Speedway insider Mike Silliman, member of the Abold 05 team and former tire representative, joins Tom to go back 50 years to reflect on the 1973 season, which was the year both of them started attending the races at the track, from the point of view of what their impressions as a young fan were at the time. The What's In A Number segment looks at both 4 and 13 in Oswego and supermodified history, with both Mike and Tom doing that together.
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Feb 11, 2023
Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast - Oswego Speedway '72 Season Rewind #3
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast continues to look back over 50 years to the 1972 Oswego Speedway season, race by race. Remember the transformational days of the most exotic open wheel racing cars on the planet through the lens of the Oswego Speedway Eagle Program and Host Tom Baker's perspective of a half-century of short-track racing's most exciting racing class. This episode reviews week 3 of the season, and the Twin 50-lap features won by Baldy Baker and Fred Graves.
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Feb 1, 2023
01 31 23 Inside Groove 112 Sawyer Stout: 4th Gen Racer
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GUEST: Fourth-generation Midwest racer Sawyer Stout
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Fourth-generation midwest racer Sawyer Stout joins Tom on the program this week to talk about the family racing history, his ascension from karts to sprints and supermodifieds and what his plans are in 2023. The What's In A Number segment looks at both 3 and 12 in Oswego and supermodified history.
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Jan 24, 2023
01 24 23 Inside Groove 111 (From Wrencher To Racer)
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Featured: Champions crowned, Camden Proud
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. 17-year-old Robbie "The Wrench" Wirth joins the show this week to talk about going from wrencher to racer and his plans for 2023 behind the wheel of the 350 Supermodified owned by his father, Rich. Tom reviews both 2 and 11 in the What's In A Number segment and the latest news as well.
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Jan 14, 2023
01 14 23 Inside Groove 110 - Nicotra Stories Part 1
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Featured: John Nicotra with some funny stories
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Long-time supermodified car owner, sponsor and fan John Nicotra returns to talk about his newly-expanded Challenge Series for 2023 and tells some stories that may contain names like Tony Stewart, Bentley Warren and Doug Heveron - but you'll have to listen to find out!
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Dec 15, 2022
12 15 22 Inside Groove 109 Mike McVetta, '72 Rewind Race 2
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Featured: Mike McVetta, '72 Season Rewind - Race 2
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. One of our most popular guests, Ohio Supermodified competitor Mike McVetta, joins the show to talk about his strong run in this year's Budweiser International Classic, and shares his thoughts on what the combined scheduling for the Midwest Supermodified Series (MSS) and ISMA Tour could do to breathe new life into the division.
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Nov 13, 2022
11 13 2022 Inside Groove 108 (Back In The Saddle)
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Featured: We're back in the seat!
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. The show returns after several weeks absence as Tom Baker takes us back in time to look at some very intriguing things that were going on in supermodified racing around the time of the 1977 International Classic. He also has the latest news and plays "What's In A Number" with 08 being the featured number for the week.
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Sep 18, 2022
09 16 22 Inside Groove Podcast 107 (Classic Winner Dave Shullick Jr)
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Featured: 2022 Budweiser International Classic 200 Winner Dave Shullick, Jr.
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. 2022 Budweiser International Classic 200 Winner Dave Shullick, Jr. is Tom's featured guest as they talk about how often the odds get even in the 200-lap race, which Dave has now won three times. Tom also talks about the No. 07's place in supermodified history in the weekly "What's In A Number" segment.
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Aug 29, 2022
08 29 22 Inside Groove #106 (Champions Crowned)
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Featured: Champions crowned, Camden Proud
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Supermodified racer/Oswego Speedway PR Director Camden Proud joins Tom to break down the final week of Oswego’s regular season, talk about the track champions in each division and look ahead to this weekend’s 66th Budweiser International Classic.
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Aug 6, 2022
08 06 22 Inside Groove #105 (Pat and Jeff Abold)
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 105 powered by Indy Performance Composites
Featured Guests: Two Generations of Oswego Speedway Racers - Pat and Jeff Abold
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Inside Groove Podcast Episode 105 powered by Indy Performance Composites features two generations of supermodified racers - Pat and Jeff Abold. Tom and Cam review last week's $10,000 to win Mr. Supermodified race and the Mr. 350 Super and Mr. SBS races and Tom play's "What's in a number" with the number 05.
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Jul 22, 2022
07 22 22 Inside Groove Podcast 104 ('76 Port City Rewind IV)
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Featured: 1976 Port City Rewind Conclusion, Camden Proud
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Inside Groove Podcast Episode 104 powered by Indy Performance Composites features the conclusion of the 1976 Port City 150 miniseries and Camden Proud stopping by to help Tom recap a very exciting weekend of racing at Oswego and preview this week's $10,000 to win Mr. Supermodified race and the Mr. 350 Super and Mr. SBS races as well!
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Jul 16, 2022
07 16 22 Inside Groove Podcast 103 (Norm McCleod, '76 Port City Rewind III)
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Featured Guest: Owner/Driver Norm McCleod
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This week's featured guest is Norm McCleod, whose car 32 won last year's 350 Classic with Bobby Holmes behind the wheel. Oswego Supermodified competitor/PR Camden Proud joined the show to recap the July 2nd and July 9th races and talk about the news of the week. Tom had some fun with the number 03 and continued the mini-series around the 1976 Port City 150, which took multiple attempts to complete.
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Jun 30, 2022
06 29 22 Inside Groove Podcast 102 (Nathan Byrd, '76 Port City Rewind II)
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Featured: 1976 Port City Rewind I, Camden Proud
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Nathan Byrd, better known as "Byrdman" is our special guest this week. Nathan is running in 18 different divisions this season and will race for Michael Muldoon in both the 350 super class and the supermodified this weekend. Oswego Supermodified competitor/PR Camden Proud joined the show to recap the pair of "twin" races for the 350 Supers and the SBS division last week. Tom had some fun with the number 02 and continued the mini-series around the 1976 Port City 150, which took multiple attempts to complete.
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Jun 17, 2022
06 17 22 Inside Groove #101 ('76 Port City Rewind I)
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Featured: 1976 Port City Rewind I, Camden Proud
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Oswego Supermodified competitor/PR Camden Proud joined the show to recap the Twin 35's and the NYS Super Stock event. Tom had some fun with the number 01 and launched a mini-series around the 1976 Port City 150, which took multiple attempts to complete.
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Jun 8, 2022
06 08 22 Inside Groove Podcast 100 - Tim Proud, Camden Proud
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Guest: Tim Proud
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. Oswego Supermodified competitor/PR Camden Proud joined the show to recap the first of the three Winged Challenge Series races and preview upcoming events at Oswego, and Cam's father Tim, who has come out of retirement this year to race the family-owned No. 54 SBS car on a few occasions, was our featured guest!
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May 31, 2022
05 31 22 Inside Groove 99 - Joe Gosek Encore
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Guest: Joe Gosek Encore Presentation (Indy 500 Story), Camden Proud
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. As the 106th running of the Indy 500 has just been completed, we thought it would be fun to present an encore presentation of the Episode 31 interview with "Double O" Joe Gosek, whose month of May almost 20 years ago is a story with more twists and turns than the Blue Ridge Parkway and enough "never quit" to become a pep talk. Camden Proud also drops in to preview the first of three Top Wing Challenge races coming up at Oswego this weekend.
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May 26, 2022
05 26 22 Inside Groove 98 - "The Flying Firefighter" Jack Patrick
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 98 powered by Indy Performance Composites
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This week we had a special FB Live broadcast of the show, which featured long-time Oswego SBS and Supermodified competitor - "The Flying Firefighter" - Jack Patrick. The complete audio from that special is shared here, along with the complete '72 Rewind of week 13 in that year, and a little "What's In A Number" featuring the number 98 as well for a total of just over two hours of supermodified talk!
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May 18, 2022
05 17 22 - Inside Groove 97 Mike Bruce, Camden Proud
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 97 powered by Indy Performance Composites
The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. The Groove is hosted by Steering Wheel Nation founder and Supermodified enthusiast Tom Baker. This week we return to present day conversation as Evans Mills SBS winner Mike Bruce joins us to talk about his victory, and Camden Proud adds to Mike's discussion about the race and the new touring series put together by defending Oswego SBS Champ Dan Kapuscinski. Proud also dishes up the latest pre-season registrations for all three divisions as open practice at the speedway beckons on Saturday, May 21st.
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May 10, 2022
05 10 22 Inside Groove 96 (Broomball on a zebra)
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The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast is the only weekly podcast dedicated exclusively to the Oswego Speedway and the other supermodified touring series. In this episode, host Tom Baker throws it back to week #3 of action in 1972 at the Oswego Speedway, and tells the story of a driver who took part in promoting racing in some strange ways - playing broomball on a zebra, for example.
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May 6, 2022
05 06 22 - Inside Groove Podcast (This One's For Terry!)
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 95 powered by Indy Performance Composites
This episode of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast was a difficult one to put together. Host Tom Baker is joined by "The Jersey Jet" Joey Payne to pay tribute to long-time Oswego Speedway and supermodified fan and car owner Terry Strong, who passed away recently of cancer after a brave and spirited fight that saw her beat the disease twice.
Tom also tosses it back to 1972 once again, this time featuring week two of competition that year, and plays a little "What's In A Number", and the role that the episode number (95) played in supermodified history.
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Apr 26, 2022
04 26 22 Inside Groove 94 - Warren and Ryan Coniam Encore
April 26, 2022 - Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast #94 -- Warren and Ryan Coniam Encore
Canadian supermodified racer Warren Coniam won two Oswego Speedway International Classics and two track championships in about 20 years of competition on the famous fast 5/8-mile oval. His son Ryan followed in his racing footsteps and has had a successful career on and off the track that took him to NASCAR and onto the dirt tracks in a sprint car as well as competition in the supermodifieds. We hear full length interviews from both in this episode in a special encore presentation.
Produced by: Tom Baker, Steering Wheel Nation at WSIC Radio Studios
Hosted by: Tom Baker
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Apr 17, 2022
04 17 22 Inside Groove Podcast 93 - Keith Shampine, '72 Rewind Opening Day
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A special Easter "Super Sunday" episode of Inside Groove features an interview with Keith Shampine, who shares his perspective on the recent announcement that Chris Osetek is reworking the No. 55 for Dave Shullick to drive in the three Oswego Speedway ISMA Shows this season. Is Keith retiring from supermodified racing? Listen and find out!
Tom also does a second edition of '72 Rewind - this time with the week two program, which recaps opening day and a victory by Keith's uncle and Oswego's winningest supermodified racer, Jimmy Shampine.
Tom also plays a little "What's In A Number", and the role that the episode number (93) played in supermodified history.
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Mar 10, 2022
03 10 22 - Inside Groove #92 (Camden Proud, '72 Tossback)
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 91 powered by Indy Performance Composites
This week's 'Groove starts with Tom realizing that an Oswego Speedway program he found was 50 years old! That led to the first "tossback" segment where he detailed what went on at the race profiled in the program and read portions of it. Camden Proud joined the show to talk current-day Oswego Speedway and who's already registered for the big season to come.
Tom also plays a little "What's In A Number", and the role that the episode number (92) played in supermodified history.
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Feb 27, 2022
02 27 22 Inside Groove Podcast #91 (Danny Soule)
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This week's 'Groove features an extended interview with current supermodified car owner and President of the International Supermodified Association (ISMA) Danny Soule. Danny takes us back to the early 70's and remembers fondly his father's entry into supermodified ownership, talks of his own beginnings in the sport and brings us right to current day and the vision he'd like to see for ISMA and the division as a whole.
Tom also plays a little "What's In A Number", and the role that the episode number (91) played in supermodified history.
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Feb 16, 2022
02 16 22 Inside Groove #90 (Rob Bruce, Bobby Timmons Jr.)
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This week's 'Groove features a glimpse into the life and career of 2021 Small Block Supermodified rookie Rob Bruce, and third-gen supermodified driver Bobby Timmons, Jr., who is carrying on the high-speed tradition of one of Maine's most popular racing families.
Tom also plays a little "What's In A Number", and the role that the episode number (90) played in supermodified history.
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Jan 30, 2022
01 30 22 Inside Groove Podcast #89 (Brian Allegresso)
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 89 powered by Indy Performance Composites
The controversy over the new supermodified series in New England continues, but many questions should be answered with this episode featuring legendary crew chief and builder Brian Allegresso, who is overseeing the spec motor program for the NE Big Block Supermodified Series. Brian talks about his life in racing, some of the "characters" he's worked with and his thoughts on the new series and its role in creating more interest for supermodified racing.
Tom also plays a little "What's In A Number", and the role that the episode number (89) played in supermodified history.
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Jan 16, 2022
01 16 22 Inside Groove #88 (NEBBSS PR Spencer Morse)
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 88 powered by Indy Performance Composites
There is a brand new Big Block Supermodified Series launching this year in New England, and their PR Director Spencer Morse joins us to tell us about about it (It's called the NE Big Block Supermodified Series) in a very insightful and surprising interview. Camden Proud also returns to talk about his new fast ride for 2022 and the diverse Oswego Speedway schedule.
Tom also plays a little "What's In A Number" with the episode #88 being the subject as to Oswego Speedway Supermodified history as the show begins it's fourth year and kicks off 2022 broadcasts.
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Dec 17, 2021
12 17 21 Inside Groove #87 (Joey Payne)
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"The Jersey Jet" Joey Payne joins 'The Groove this week to reflect on a career that started with an opportunity to race his father's TQ Midget and, as of the time the interview was recorded, has him in Indianapolis for the "Rumble At Ft. Wayne" driving for Tony Stewart in one of the famous "Munchkin" midgets. Oh, and he's had a lot of success for numerous car owners in Supermodifieds and northeast midgets as well!
Tom also plays a little "What's In A Number" with the episode #87 being the subject as to Oswego Speedway Supermodified history as the 2021 broadcast year ends with this show.
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Nov 7, 2021
11 07 21 Inside Groove #86 (John Nicotra)
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This week we talk about some really exciting news regarding the Oswego Speedway and Supermodified racing. Car owner and long-time supermodified fan and sponsor John Nicotra joins us to discuss details of the new three-race top wing supermodified series co-sanctioned by International Supermodified Association (ISMA), Midwest Supermodified Series (MSS) and the speedway that will take place in 2022 at the "Big O".
Tom also plays a little "What's In A Number" with the episode #86 being the subject as to Oswego Speedway Supermodified history and ends with a prayer request for some members of the supermodified "family".
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Oct 31, 2021
10 31 21 Inside Groove #85 (Josh Sokolic, Bobby Holmes)
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The show begins on a somber note as host Tom Baker pays tribute to former SBS racer turned team owner Tim Glidden, who recently went to be with the Lord.
SBS Classic winner Josh Sokolic and 350 Supermodified Classic winner Bobby Holmes are featured guests as the rewind continues of the 65th Budweiser Classic Weekend at the Oswego Speedway. Both drivers talked about their background, their recent Classic weekend, the big wins they walked away with and their plans for next season.
Tom also plays a little "What's In A Number" with the episode #85 being the subject as to Oswego Speedway Supermodified history, and wraps up on a high note with a special announcement about a new supermodified series and next week's featured guest.
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Oct 17, 2021
10 17 21 Inside Groove Podcast (Dave Shullick Jr., Jimmy Steffenhagen)
Inside Groove Podcast Episode 84 powered by Indy Performance Composites
Budweiser International Classic winner Dave Shullick Jr and Dave London Memorial Super Stock Classic winner Jimmy Steffenhagen are featured guests as the show returns from a short hiatus and begins looking back at the 65th Budweiser Classic Weekend at the Oswego Speedway. Both drivers talked about their weekend, the big wins they walked away with and their plans for next season.
Host Tom Baker talks about a book called Deadly Driver by author J.K. Kelly and announces a giveaway that is happening on the show's Facebook page immediately after the program is posted there.
Tom also discusses the multitude of different divisions that competed over the biggest weekend of the year at Oswego and how the restored Supermodifieds and appearance by two-time Classic Winner and Track Champion Doug Heveron all gave the weekend a celebratory feel.
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Sep 7, 2021
Inside Groove #82 and #83 (Classic Preview, Noah Ratcliff, Griffin Miller)
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Budweiser International Classic Weekend Preview - Camden Proud joins Tom Baker to preview the entire weekend's worth of Supermodified racing including big block supermodifieds, 350 supermodifieds and SBS supermodifieds. They talk about the weekend schedule and preview each day's events. Tom interviews 2021 SBS Rookie of the Year Noah Ratcliff and feature winner Griffin Miller and shares his thoughts on what makes classic weekend so special for fans and participants alike.
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Aug 26, 2021
08 20 21 Inside Groove Podcast Episode 81 (Larry Trenca, Classic Rewind '79)
This week's featured guest: Long time supermodified crew member Larry Trenca, who now has restored two of Steve Gioia's supermodifieds. Larry talks about his latest, Gioia's 1976 International Classic winning car and the process of restoring it.
In this week's "Classic Rewind", host Tom Baker discusses the 1979 edition of the race, which ended up setting the stage for the ban on rear engine cars competing at the Oswego Speedway.
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Mar 25, 2020
03 25 20 INSIDE GROOVE #38 - Jeff West
The exclusive podcast about the fastest short track race cars in the world - the supermodifieds, produced by Race Chaser Media. Longtime Supermodified driver/builder/owner Jeff West, whose company fabricates parts for race cars from the local tracks to NASCAR, IndyCar and more, joins the show to talk with Tom Baker about some surprising news of his 2020 racing season, his career and his business.
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Mar 19, 2020
03 19 20 INSIDE GROOVE #37 - Rich Macco
A podcast about the fastest short-track open wheel race cars on the planet. This week's show features host Tom Baker sitting down with former Speedway Scene Supermodified scribe Rich Macco to talk Oswego/Supermodified history, the Isle of Man TT and more. Additionally, a nod to a local business doing an extraordinary act of kindness as the effects of the virus continue in the USA and worldwide.
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Mar 11, 2020
03 11 20 INSIDE GROOVE #36 - Brian Sobus, Mike Muldoon Sr.
This show focuses on the fastest short track race cars on planet earth, the Supermodified cars. This week's guests are returning racer Brian Sobus and one of Oswego Speedway's winningest Supermodified racers, Mike Muldoon Sr. Camden Proud also joins host Tom Baker to talk Expo and the latest pre-entries for the 2020 Oswego Speedway season.
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Mar 4, 2020
030420 INSIDE GROOVE #35 - Andrew Schartner
Inside Groove is a show about Supermodifieds, the fastest open-wheel open-cockpit style race cars on the planet! This week's episode features an interview with Andrew Schartner, a racer who has overcome a serious hearing loss to win features and championships in several different types of cars on multiple surfaces. Also, Camden Proud provides an update on the latest news from Oswego Speedway, the Home of The Supermodifieds!
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Feb 26, 2020
022620 INSIDE GROOVE #34 - Jeffrey Battle, Shawn Cathcart
Inside Groove - the only show where Supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and drivers carry their balls in a bag! This week, Tom sits down with 18 year old rising New England racing star Jeffrey Battle and Shawn Cathcart, founder of Skip's Fish Fry and long time Oswego Speedway fan and safety advocate.
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Feb 19, 2020
021920 INSIDE GROOVE #33 - Rick Nelson
The only show where Supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and the drivers carry their balls in a bag! This week, Inside Groove goes back in time as Tom Baker's original Co-host and well known racing photographer Rick Nelson joins the show for a 90 minute dish session on all kinds of topics, past and present, with a few funny stories along the way as well.
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Feb 12, 2020
020820 INSIDE GROOVE #32 - Flyin' Brian Herb
The only show where Supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and the drivers carry their balls in a bag! Presented by Indy Performance Composites, this week's groove features a sit down with supermodified legend and former shop teacher Flyin' Brian Herb, curator of some of the most gorgeous supermodifieds to ever race on a track!
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Jan 29, 2020
012920 INSIDE GROOVE #31 - Mike Bruce, Joe Gosek Pt. 1
The only show where Supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and the drivers carry their balls in a bag! Presented by Indy Performance Concepts, Race Chaser host Tom Baker talks with 63 year old Supermodified veteran Joe Gosek, who tells an electrifying story about his Month of May at Indy in 1996 as he attempted (successfully) to qualify for the Indy 500. SBS / 350 Supermodified driver Mike Bruce talks about this fall's doubleheader weekend in New York State's "North Country", and driver/PR Director Camden Proud talks about Greg Furlong's upcoming return to racing with show sponsor Jeff West's new machine.
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Jan 17, 2020
011720 INSIDE GROOVE #30 - Mike Rizzo
The only podcast where Supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and the drivers carry their balls in a bag! Host Tom Baker talks Oswego schedule with co-host Camden Proud, 70's Supermodified legend Mike Rizzo reminisces on his career and Tyler Thompson checks in from the Chili Bowl where he won his qualifying heat in his midget debut there this week.
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Dec 23, 2019
122319 INSIDE GROOVE #29 - John Spencer, Jody London
Episode 29 of the Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast powered by Indy Performance Ccomposites features extended interviews with Canadian Supermodified legend John Spencer, the first driver to ever win a feature at Oswego Speedway with a rear-engine Supermodified, and Jody London, the promoter of a newly created sportsman modified event scheduled for July 4th, 2020 at Oswego and the Dave London Memorial Super Stock Classic, held on Labor Day Weekend at Oswego. 2020 Supermodified Rookie of the Year Camden Proud also re-joins the show.
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Nov 26, 2019
112419 INSIDE GROOVE #28 - Gary Allbritain
Episode 28 of The Inside Groove Supermodified Podcast powered by Indy Performance Composites features a no-holds barred interview with Tom Baker and one of the division's all-time greats, Ohio's Gary Allbritain, who talks about his journey into Supermodified racing in the early 70's, his time at Indianapolis, car owner's he's driven for and the division's changeover from Goodyear to Hoosier Tires.
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Nov 19, 2019
111919 Inside Groove #27 - Dave Shullick Sr.
The only podcast where supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and the drivers carry their balls in a bag! Brought to you by Indy Performance Composites, Episode 27 features a fun interview with supermodified legend (And the original "Shoe")Dave Shullick Sr.
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Nov 9, 2019
110819 INSIDE GROOVE #26 - Dan Kapuscinski
The only podcast where supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and the drivers carry their balls in a bag! This episode features host Tom Baker talking with Dan Kapuscinski, a part-time racer, promoter and public relations specialist whose parents were part of Oswego Speedway's lore as car builders/owners and who has raced at the famed track in supers, limited supers and stock cars.
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Nov 2, 2019
110219 INSIDE GROOVE #25 - Ryan Coniam
The only show where supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and the drivers carry their balls in a bag! Tom Baker talks with Ryan Coniam, a second generation racer and former NASCAR Cup Series crew chief who is now back slinging sprint cars around dirt tracks across the East Coast and Canada. Sit back, relax and enjoy as Ryan shares his racing story with us in the Groove!
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Oct 25, 2019
102519 INSIDE GROOVE #24 - Jamie Moore
This week's 'Groove broke the show's record for longest feature interview, as legendary supermodified racer Jamie Moore and host Tom Baker spent nearly 2 1/2 hours telling stories and having a great time talkin' supermodified racing! Camden Proud joined Tom for a preview of the Oswego Speedway banquet and Hall of Fame induction set to take place this weekend as well. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!
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Oct 18, 2019
101719 INSIDE GROOVE #23 - Steve Miller
Our "legends of the sport" theme continues with long-time team owner Steve Miller, who talks about his early years as a driver/owner and a career that spans nearly 50 years, continuing to this day with his restoration work on golden-era Indy cars and early supermodifieds. Tom Baker and Camden Proud host this special extended podcast, presented by Indy Performance Composites.
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Oct 9, 2019
100919 INSIDE GROOVE #22 - Norm Mackereth Tribute
One of the most emotional Inside Groove shows to-date as Tom and Cam pay tribute to popular Canadian Supermodified legend "Stormin Normin" Mackereth, who passed away over the weekend at the age of 92. Northeast racing insider Jim Ferlito and Norm's son Craig join the show and share some hilarious and poignant stories about one of the nicest gentlemen to ever strap into a race car.
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Oct 3, 2019
100319 INSIDE GROOVE #21 - Michael Bruce
The only show where supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and the drivers bring their balls in a bag! Episode 21 features Tom Baker doing an extended interview with Oswego Speedway racer Mike Bruce, who breaks some news about the SBS supermodified division for 2020, talks about his most recent win at Evans Mills Speedway, crate motors and the "family" aspect for him and the teams he races for.
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Sep 20, 2019
091919 INSIDE GROOVE #20 - Jim Gray, Tyler Thompson
The only show where supermodifieds are king, methanol is aromatic and the drivers carry their balls in a bag! Tom Baker and Camden Proud talk all things MSS Indy Fall Brawl and we hear from the "youngest one" 17-year-old race winner Tyler Thompson. Tom also sat down with Oswego Speedway legend Jim Gray for a rewind of Jim's colorful career at the Big O.
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Jul 10, 2019
07 10 19 Inside Groove #10 (Doug Heveron)
Legendary open-wheeler Doug Heveron, known to supermodified fans as "The Young One" drops by to talk about his storied journey through Supermodifieds, Modifieds, Indy, NASCAR and open-wheel sprint cars as well. This is a can't miss no-holds barred episode!
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May 17, 2019
051519 INSIDE GROOVE #2 - Anthony Losurdo, Barry Kingsley
Inside Groove is the only weekly podcast dedicated to the world's most unique and exotic short-track racing car - the Supermodifieds. Hosted By Tom Baker and Camden Proud, the show features news and interviews with past and present Supermodified racers and others who have made Supermodifieds special for decades.
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May 10, 2019
051019 INSIDE GROOVE #1 - Tom Baker, Camden Proud
Inside Groove is the only weekly podcast dedicated to the world's most unique and exotic short-track racing car - the Supermodifieds. Hosted By Tom Baker and Camden Proud, the show features news and interviews with past and present Supermodified racers and others who have made Supermodifieds special for decades.
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