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  • Connor Zilisch Interview

    Connor Zilisch Interview
    Feb 19 2026
    Kevin Harvick sits down with rising NASCAR talent Connor Zilisch ahead of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season on this episode of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour, diving into how Zilisch is preparing for the biggest opportunity of his young career. Zilisch reflects on his unconventional path to NASCAR, admitting he never expected to be racing stock cars, and discusses how Harvick’s mentorship helped guide key decisions along the way. The conversation explores his goals with Trackhouse Racing, what it means to represent Red Bull at the Cup level, and how he plans to handle expectations entering a new season. From career-defining advice to long-term aspirations, the interview offers insight into one of the sport’s most promising young drivers as he prepares to take the next step in 2026. 0:00 - Intro 0:34 - Connor Zilisch Joins The Show! 1:59 - Early Journey In Racing 12:19 - Racing For Justin Marks 14:28 - Transitioning To A Full-Time Cup Series Driver 16:20 - Expectations For This Season 20:36 - Biggest Critics 22:27 - Using Data Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    31 min
  • Tyler Reddick Wins the Daytona 500! Full Race Recap and Atlanta Preview

    Tyler Reddick Wins the Daytona 500! Full Race Recap and Atlanta Preview
    Feb 17 2026
    Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith recap a record-breaking and chaotic Daytona 500 on this episode of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour, beginning with a look back at their live show from Daytona where Cleetus McFarland and Travis Pastrana joined and hundreds of fans packed the NASCAR Fan Experience. The crew then breaks down Tyler Reddick’s dramatic Daytona 500 victory, examining how he survived multiple late-race incidents, what the win means for 23XI Racing and Michael Jordan, and why the moment felt like a defining breakthrough after a turbulent year on and off the track. They analyze standout performances from Bubba Wallace, Chase Elliott, and Brad Keselowski, discuss Kyle Busch’s pole run, Corey Heim’s impressive debut, and evaluate Trackhouse and Shane van Gisbergen on superspeedways. The conversation also dives into pit strategy decisions, the 17-car wreck, record number of leaders, and the key moments that shaped the race weekend before shifting to an Atlanta Motor Speedway preview, predictions, and fan engagement in Mamba’s Social Sips as the 2026 NASCAR season is officially underway. 0:00 - Intro 2:28 - Live Show Recap 4:23 - Daytona Weekend Recap 15:26 - Michael Jordan Celebrates First Daytona 500 Championship 38:14 - Atlanta Preview 48:04 - Mamba’s Social Sips 54:44 - Last Call Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h et 1 min
  • Tyler Reddick Interview After Winning the Daytona 500 | VICTORY LAP

    Tyler Reddick Interview After Winning the Daytona 500 | VICTORY LAP
    Feb 16 2026
    Daytona 500 champion Tyler Reddick joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap to break down his thrilling victory in the 2026 Daytona 500, walking through the chaotic final laps and how he positioned himself to capitalize when it mattered most. Reddick explains what it meant to finally win at Daytona, the emotion of celebrating in Victory Lane alongside team owner Michael Jordan, and why the moment carried extra weight after a winless season and personal challenges his family has faced. He reflects on the belief inside his team, the support system that kept him grounded, and how this breakthrough victory changes expectations heading into the rest of the NASCAR season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 min
  • LIVE From Daytona With Cleetus McFarland & Travis Pastrana

    LIVE From Daytona With Cleetus McFarland & Travis Pastrana
    Feb 13 2026
    Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour is live from Daytona as the countdown to the Great American Race begins. Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down everything that will decide the Daytona 500, while welcoming special guests Travis Pastrana and Cleetus McFarland to the show. This year’s Daytona 500 carries added meaning as the sport reflects on 25 years of Dale Earnhardt’s enduring legacy and the impact he continues to have on NASCAR today. Plus, live fan questions from the NASCAR Fan Experience as Daytona 500 week ramps up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    55 min
  • Kurt Busch Interview

    Kurt Busch Interview
    Feb 12 2026
    Kevin Harvick sits down with Kurt Busch for a wide-ranging and reflective conversation following Busch’s induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame on this episode of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. Busch looks back on growing up in a racing family, the early career moments that helped launch him to the top level of the sport, and how key turning points shaped both his driving style and his mindset over time. He opens up about the lessons he learned along the way, what advice he would give his younger self, and how perspective changed as his career evolved. The interview also touches on Busch’s involvement in the FOX Sports documentary We’ve Lost Dale Earnhardt: 25 Years Later, reflecting on the lasting impact of Dale Earnhardt and how that era continues to influence NASCAR today. 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Kurt Busch Joins The Show! 1:00 - NASCAR Hall of Fame 11:02 - Reflecting On The Past 14:28 - Growing Up In A Racing Family 20:38 - Adapting To The Next Gen Car 25:30 - Remembering Dale Earnhardt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 min
  • NASCAR 2026 Season Preview with Bob Pockrass

    NASCAR 2026 Season Preview with Bob Pockrass
    Feb 10 2026
    Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith are joined by FOX Sports Motorsports Reporter Bob Pockrass on this episode of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour, beginning with a reminder about the upcoming free live show ahead of the Daytona 500 at the NASCAR Fan Experience Set. The crew then highlights the new NASCAR Studios and FOX Sports documentary We’ve Lost Dale Earnhardt: 25 Years Later, premiering Feb 12 on FS1, reflecting on the lasting impact of Dale Earnhardt and the 2001 Daytona 500. From there, the show dives into a wide-ranging preview of the 2026 NASCAR season, discussing the fallout from the charter settlement and leadership changes, the return of the Chase championship format, Kyle Larson entering the year as defending champion, and Connor Zilisch’s full-time Cup Series debut. The conversation explores which teams are trending up, which drivers face the most pressure, how open the field feels compared to recent seasons, and who could define the year ahead, before wrapping up with bold predictions and championship picks as the group officially looks toward Daytona and beyond. 0:00 - Intro 1:42 - LIVE Show Ahead Of Daytona 2:50 - Dale Earnhardt Documentary 8:40 - Season Preview 40:00 - Season Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    46 min
  • Kevin Harvick’s BIG Announcement! Plus, Ryan Preece Wins the Clash Amid Weather Madness

    Kevin Harvick’s BIG Announcement! Plus, Ryan Preece Wins the Clash Amid Weather Madness
    Feb 6 2026
    Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith kick off this episode of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour with a big announcement, revealing a free live show ahead of the Daytona 500 on Thursday, February 12 at the NASCAR Fan Experience Set, featuring the full crew, potential special guests, and live fan Q&A, with the episode airing on YouTube and across podcast feeds for anyone not in Daytona. From there, the crew breaks down a chaotic NASCAR Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, reacting to Ryan Preece’s emotional win, William Byron’s runner-up speed, the Suárez–Shane van Gisbergen tension after on-track run-ins, Denny Hamlin’s strong finish and comments on wet-weather racing, and the fuel and late-race issues that bit Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott. They also dive into the race’s record 17 cautions, NASCAR’s late refuel decision, weather delays, and what it all revealed about who came out swinging and who left with concerns. The episode closes with Mamba’s Social Sips and burnout grades for Preece. 0:00 - Intro 3:59 - LIVE Show Ahead Of Daytona 6:50 - The Clash Recap 34:50 - Mamba’s Social Sips 40:41 - Last Call Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 min
  • Ryan Preece Interview Following His Win At The Clash | VICTORY LAP

    Ryan Preece Interview Following His Win At The Clash | VICTORY LAP
    Feb 6 2026
    Ryan Preece joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s ‘Victory Lap’ interview following his emotional win at The Clash, breaking down what the victory means for his career and his team moving forward. Preece walks through how he navigated changing weather conditions, wet tires, and constant restarts to put himself in position to win, while also sharing the mindset that helped him stay patient and confident throughout the race. He opens up about the emotions of reaching Victory Lane, how this moment validates the work behind the scenes, and why this win feels different than any other in his journey. Preece also discusses how the victory changes expectations for the rest of the season and what it signals about his belief in himself and his team heading into Daytona and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    10 min