Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX

Kevin Harvick sits down with fellow NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson for a wide-ranging conversation. The two West Coast natives reflect on their roots in racing, revisit Jimmie’s historic run of seven Cup Series championships, and share stories from their famous on-track battles. Jimmie also opens up about his relationship with former crew chief Chad Knaus, life as an owner with Legacy Motor Club, and the lessons he’s learned running a team—and how that perspective has changed the way he sees the sport. From the evolution of NASCAR and the challenges of the Next Gen car to memories only two veterans can share, this is an episode fans won’t want to miss. 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Jimmie Johnson Joins The Show! 3:29 - Becoming A Pro Driver 7:40 - Relationship with Chad Knaus 15:58 - INDYCAR Transition 29:03 - Branding After Retirement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down the NASCAR weekend at Richmond, where Austin Dillon scored a crucial win just one year after his controversial finish at the same track. The crew discusses what the victory means for Dillon and RCR, and how it shakes up the playoff picture. Then, they look ahead to the regular-season finale at Daytona, with Kevin explaining why it’s always the most stressful week of the year for teams fighting on the playoff bubble. The group also dives into a heated debate sparked by Mamba on X — should NASCAR make changes to its Playoff system? Plus, Mamba shares the best fan content in Social Sips, and the show wraps up in Last Call with burnout grades for Dillon and Daytona race predictions. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR DAYTONA: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2xDJlaDIiw_5hfGTU95Qb9TATcsAkLdQkwg6lzdtbMSm02Q/viewform?usp=header 0:00 - Intro 6:34 - Richmond Recap 30:28 - Daytona Preview 37:53 - NASCAR Playoffs Format 50:53 - Mamba’s Social Sips 53:05 - Last Call! 58:38 - Submit Picks For Daytona GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off his Cup Series win at Richmond, Austin Dillon joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap. The two break down how Dillon secured his postseason spot late in the regular season, what it meant to win at Richmond after last year’s controversy, and why RCR continues to thrive at the track. They also look back on Dillon’s season so far and discuss what this win means for momentum heading into the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Harvick sits down with NASCAR on FOX Analyst and former Cup Series driver Jamie McMurray for a wide-ranging conversation. They revisit Jamie’s incredible 2010 season, including his wins at the Daytona 500 and the Brickyard. Jamie shares how he got his start in racing, reflects on the highs and lows of his career, and opens up about his transition from the driver’s seat to the broadcast booth. Plus, Kevin and Jamie swap stories about working together at FOX and how their unique perspectives shape their race coverage. 0:00 - Intro 0:38 - Jamie McMurray Joins The Show! 2:43 - Memories From 2010 Cup Season 7:27 - Racing For Chip Ganassi 14:24 - Beginning Of Racing Career 25:28 - Transitioning Into The Broadcast World Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off his Watkins Glen victory, Shane van Gisbergen joins Mamba Smith for this week’s Victory Lap on Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. SVG opens up about the conversations surrounding his road course dominance and oval track challenges, and shares what has made him so successful in his first full NASCAR season. They also dive into his excitement for the future with Trackhouse Racing, his new contract extension, and how he’s preparing to take the next steps in his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down the NASCAR weekend at Watkins Glen, where Shane van Gisbergen scored his fourth Cup win of the season and once again proved why he’s the king of road courses. The crew also highlights standout runs from Christopher Bell, Chris Buescher, and other top performers. Then, they turn their attention to Richmond Raceway, with Kevin sharing what made him so successful at that track during his driving career. Mamba brings the best fan moments in this week’s Social Sips, and the show wraps up in Last Call with burnout grades for SVG and Richmond race predictions. 0:00 - Intro 4:18 - Watkins Glen Recap 34:25 - Richmond Preview 38:02 - Truck Series News 42:51 - Mamba’s Social Sips 50:21 - Last Call! GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brenden "Butterbean" Queen joins Kevin Harvick for an unforgettable conversation. The 2024 CARS Tour Champion opens up about his racing journey, from humble beginnings at Langley Speedway to leading every lap at Dover in ARCA. Butterbean shares stories from his rise in racing, balancing a full-time job while chasing championships, and of course, his signature Waffle House celebrations. 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - Butterbean Joins The Show! 1:23 - Butterbean’s Background 13:02 - Nickname Origin 16:09 - Waffle House 20:25 - CARS Tour Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down all the action from the NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway, where William Byron used fuel strategy to perfection and outlasted the field for another big win. The crew dives into Byron’s execution, standout runs from Chase Briscoe and Brad Keselowski, and what Iowa revealed about teams heading into the final stretch of the season. Then, they turn their attention to the upcoming race at Watkins Glen, preview the top contenders, and Mamba delivers the best fan content in this week’s Social Sips. Finally, they wrap things up in Last Call, where they grade Byron’s burnout and share their Watkins Glen predictions. 0:00 - Intro 4:05 - Iowa Recap 34:31 - Watkins Glen Preview 40:39 - Mamba’s Social Sips 48:18 - Last Call! GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off his Cup Series win at Iowa, William Byron joins Kaitlyn Vincie for this week’s Victory Lap on Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. Byron breaks down the final laps, the fuel-saving strategy that made the difference, and how he was able to hold on for the win. They also reflect on Byron’s season so far, what this victory means for his team heading into the home stretch, and what to expect as the Cup Series heads to Watkins Glen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NASCAR legend Mark Martin joins Kevin Harvick for a memorable conversation about his journey from the ASA racing series to the NASCAR Cup Series. From short track racing to winning 40 career Cup Series races with a memorable run driving for Roush Racing, Martin dives into his beliefs on being loyal and competing against many of the NASCAR greats. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about his teammates, Jack Roush, his opinions on the NASCAR championship format, and so much more. 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Mark Martin Joins The Show! 3:40 - Path From Short Tracks 10:18 - Time with Jack Roush 25:28 - Developing His Post-Racing Voice 26:49 - Championship Format Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith recap all the action from the NASCAR weekend at the Brickyard 400, where Bubba Wallace outlasted the other drivers in double overtime to secure his first win of the season. The crew breaks down Wallace’s performance, what this means for him, and which drivers had a good day, while others suffered tire issues throughout the race. Then, they look ahead to Iowa Speedway by previewing what to expect and who should race well there. Mamba also shares the best social media content in this week’s Social Sips, and the show wraps up in Last Call with burnout grades and Iowa predictions. 0:00 - Intro 5:17 - Brickyard 400 Recap 35:04 - Iowa Preview 39:08 - Mamba’s Social Sips 47:45 - Last Call! GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s Victory Lap, Mamba Smith sits down with 23XI Racing’s Bubba Wallace. Fresh off his first win of the season at the Brickyard 400, Bubba breaks down what went through his head throughout the crucial moments of the race, the emotions behind his victory, and how special it was celebrating with his son. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NASCAR legend Mike Skinner joins Kevin Harvick for an unforgettable conversation about his one-of-a-kind journey to the top of the sport. From working as a well driller in California to winning the very first NASCAR Truck Series race and championship with Richard Childress Racing, Skinner reflects on the long road to breaking into NASCAR at age 39. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about driving the iconic No. 3 Goodwrench truck, racing alongside Dale Earnhardt, his Cup Series near-misses, and so much more. 0:00 - Intro 0:42 - Mike Skinner Joins The Show! 9:32 - Truck Series Start With RC 15:38 - Relationship With Ron Hornaday Jr./Jack Sprague 24:53 - Cup Series Experience/Differences 26:22 - Being Dale Earnhardt’s Teammate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith recap all the action from the NASCAR weekend at Dover, where Denny Hamlin survived a rain delay and held off Chase Briscoe in the closing laps to score his second straight win at the Monster Mile. The crew breaks down Hamlin’s performance, what made the difference late, and where things stand heading into the final stretch of the regular season. Then, they look ahead to Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the return of the Brickyard 400, previewing what to expect and who could emerge as a contender. Mamba also shares the best social media content in this week’s Social Sips, and the show wraps up in Last Call with burnout grades and Brickyard predictions. 0:00 - Intro 7:04 - Dover Recap 32:12 - Brickyard 400 Preview 41:56 - Mamba’s Social Sips 55:34 - Last Call! GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off his Cup Series win at Dover, Denny Hamlin joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap. Denny breaks down the final laps at Dover, how he got it done, and what it meant to bounce back after a week off to welcome his new child. Denny also shares what it’s been like balancing fatherhood and racing, how it felt returning to the track, and whether or not a trip to the Dover casino was part of his victory celebration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Speedway Motorsports CEO Marcus Smith joins Kevin Harvick for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of NASCAR’s most iconic tracks, his public feud with Denny Hamlin, and the investment strategy behind renovations like North Wilkesboro and Atlanta. Harvick and Smith dive into what’s next for Texas Motor Speedway and address how driver feedback impacts executive decisions. 0:00 - Intro 0:28 - Marcus Smith Joins The Show! 8:47 - Put A Roof On Bristol? 14:43 - Biggest Moments At The Track 24:54 - Current State Of NASCAR 28:26 - Favorite Races Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s Victory Lap, Kaitlyn Vincie sits down with back-to-back NASCAR winner Shane van Gisbergen. Fresh off his win at Sonoma, SVG breaks down why he’s been so dominant on road courses, what makes Trackhouse Racing such a strong fit, and how he plans to improve on ovals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith recap all the action from Sonoma Raceway, where Shane van Gisbergen once again proved why he’s the king of road courses with another dominant win. The crew breaks down his performance and all the other major storylines from the weekend. Then, FOX NASCAR insider Bob Pockrass joins the show to explain the latest surrounding 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports, and the charter system shakeup that’s making headlines across the garage. They also preview the upcoming Dover race, Mamba delivers this week’s Social Sips, and they wrap it all up in Last Call by grading SVG’s burnout and making their Dover predictions. 0:00 - Intro 4:09 - Sonoma Recap 30:36 - Bob Pockrass Joins! 36:47 - Dover Preview 42:43 - Mamba’s Social Sips 49:58 - Last Call! GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off his weekend sweep at Chicago, Shane van Gisbergen joins Kevin Harvick for an exclusive sit-down interview. The two break down what made SVG so dominant in Chicago and how he’s adjusting to the grind of full-time NASCAR competition. SVG also opens up about the biggest differences between NASCAR and Supercars, what he’s still learning on ovals, and how he’s pushing himself to become a complete driver. 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - SVG Joins The Show! 5:44 - Last Year Vs. This Year 11:52 - Improving On Ovals 18:18 - NASCAR Racing Culture 20:52 - Driver Development In America 25:29 - Racing In Different Series 29:01 - Racing Legend Cars 33:47 - Goals For The Rest Of Season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down an unforgettable weekend in Chicago, where Shane van Gisbergen dominated both the Xfinity and Cup races, staking his claim as one of NASCAR’s all-time best road racers. Then, the crew reacts to all the on-track drama, including confrontations between Joey Logano & Ross Chastain, Bubba Wallace & Alex Bowman, and Austin Dillon & Carson Hocevar. They also preview what to expect this weekend at Sonoma, Mamba shares the week’s Social Sips, and they answer a fan question from the Mailbag. Finally, the crew wraps up with Last Call, where they grade SVG’s burnout and make their Sonoma race picks. 0:00 - Intro 2:55 - Chicago Recap 34:52 - Sonoma Preview 41:50 - Mamba’s Social Sips 53:48 - Last Call! GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices