From directing one of sprint car racing's fastest-growing national series to helping shape the future of the sport, Mike Hess joins the Dirt Parlor Podcast for an inside look at what it takes to run High Limit Racing. Mike shares how he works alongside Brad Sweet, Kyle Larson, and the High Limit team to improve race nights, create a better fan experience, streamline event operations, and continue expanding sprint car racing into new markets across the country.

The conversation dives deep into race-day operations, event scheduling, track preparation, support class decisions, and the philosophy behind keeping shows moving efficiently while delivering an unforgettable experience for fans and teams. Mike also discusses the challenges of growing a national touring series, balancing competition with the World of Outlaws, visiting new racetracks, and why fan engagement has become one of the biggest priorities in modern dirt racing.

Mike also reflects on his own career as a successful midget racer, sharing stories from his early racing days, how he got started behind the wheel, and the experiences that ultimately led him to become one of the most respected race directors in sprint car racing today. Whether you're a longtime dirt racing fan or curious about what happens behind the scenes of High Limit Racing, this episode offers an exclusive look inside one of the sport's most influential organizations.

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