In this episode of the Dirt Parlor Podcast, hosts sit down with five-time USAC Sprint Car Champion Levi Jones, now the General Manager of Eldora Speedway, the most iconic venue in dirt racing. Levi shares his journey from championship-winning driver to leading one of the most historic tracks in motorsports, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to manage massive events like the World 100 and King's Royal.

Levi dives into the real challenges of running Eldora day-to-day, from balancing the needs of fans, drivers, and racing series to handling the pressure of hosting events with over 20,000 attendees. He opens up about leadership, decision-making, and how his experience working under Roger Penske and alongside Tony Stewart shaped his approach to building a world-class racing experience. This conversation is packed with insight into the business side of motorsports that fans rarely get to hear.

Beyond operations, this episode captures the passion and emotion behind dirt racing. Levi reflects on the electric atmosphere of Eldora, the mindset of competitors chasing victory, and his mission to preserve the track's legacy while continuing to evolve it for future generations. If you love dirt racing, leadership stories, or the inner workings of major racing events, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

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