Three Wide In The Middle

Is NASCAR’s Massive Viewership Decline Really a Problem, Plus The NASCAR Driver Stock Game, and Should NASCAR Implement a Cost Cap

On today's episode of Three Wide in the Middle, after Tommy and Keith start the show with a moment of silence for the loss of Jesse Owens (0:27), Tommy discusses whether or not NASCAR's massive decline in the ratings is really a problem, or if it's just a symptom of the times (4:50). Then in Hit or Miss (33:22), Tommy and Keith talk about the Bristol Dirt race and what they think should happen with dirt racing in NASCAR moving forward, and if Martinsville will deliver a good race this weekend. Finally, the guys make their NASCAR Pick'em selections (43:26), before they play the NASCAR Driver Stock Game (48:18), and discuss if NASCAR should implement a cost cap (1:02:35).

Hosts: Tommy Brandon and Keith Bradley

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PSA To All Fairweather F1 Fans, Reddick’s Dominance at COTA, and Is NASCAR Losing It’s Authority

On today's episode of Three Wide in the Middle, Tommy kicks off the show with why he thinks most F1 fans need to stop talking about NASCAR (4:30). Then in Hit or Miss (15:20), Tommy and Keith discuss why they think the major dirt racing series should push back the start of their seasons, why Daniel Suarez should be punished for his actions at COTA, whether or not Tyler Reddick is the best road racer in NASCAR, and why NASCAR may be losing it's authority after the appeal board overturned the L2 penalty against Hendrick Motorsports. Finally, the guys close out the show with their NASCAR Pick'em selections (51:15), and their GOAT of the Week (58:47).

Hosts: Tommy Brandon and Keith Bradley

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NASCAR’s Crazy Weekend at Atlanta, and Can We Potentially See a Championship Battle Between Max and Checo

On today's episode of Three Wide in the Middle, Tommy opens the show with a hypothetical scenario that could be a potential repeat of Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg's championship battle (5:25). Then, in Hit or Miss, Tommy and Keith discuss the drama surrounding Josh Williams' incident in the Xfinity race on Saturday, whether on not Ross Chastain dumped Kevin Harvick, why Harvick's announcement about running the CARS Tour is a good thing, and why Corey LaJoie is the most underrated driver in the cup series (13:21). Then the guys close out the show with their NASCAR Pick'em selections for COTA (37:21), and their GOAT of the week (43:23).

Hosts: Tommy Brandon and Keith Bradley

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Phoenix Is As Phoenix Does, and Hendrick Motorsports Receives Massive Penalties

On today's episode of Three Wide in the Middle, in the open, Tommy explains why we shouldn't be shocked by the boring race we saw at Phoenix (2:55). Then in Hit or Miss (8:23), Tommy and Keith discuss the massive penalty the NASCAR handed down to Hendrick Motorsports, whether or not William Byron is a legit championship contender, why Denny Hamlin didn't get as harsh a penalty as Bubba Wallace and whether or not Kevin Harvick got screwed out of a win at Phoenix. Finally, Tommy and Keith make their selections for their NASCAR Pick'em (43:58), before closing out the show with their GOAT of the week (49:35).

Hosts: Tommy Brandon and Keith Bradley

 

Las Vegas Doesn’t Deliver, McLaren Struggles at Bahrain, and Chase Elliot is Sidelined for Six Weeks

On this episode of Three Wide in the Middle, Tommy covers McLaren's disappointing showing at Bahrain (1:40), before he and Keith discuss Chase Elliot's injury in Hit or Miss (12:53). Then, Tommy and Keith make their NASCAR pick'em selections (41:49) before they close out the show with a very unique Ask 3 Wide listener email (51:00).

Hosts: Tommy Brandon and Keith Bradley

 

How Good of a Season Can Kyle Busch Really Have, and What’s the Real Problem With McLaren’s F1 Team

On today's episode of Three Wide in the Middle, Tommy opens the show with his thoughts on McLaren's F1 team and how he thinks is really to blame for their issues (2:22). Then after the Hit or Miss (11:40) portion of the show, Tommy and Keith choose their drivers for this week's NASCAR Pick'em (35:56), before closing out the show with Ask Three Wide, and whether or not Kyle Busch is a top five all-time driver (43:30).

Hosts: Tommy Brandon and Keith Bradley

Has the Daytona 500 Lost Some of its Luster and Our Hope For Kevin Harvick’s Future

On today's episode of Three Wide in the Middle, Tommy recaps his horrific Daytona 500 viewing experience (1:40) before he and Keith discuss whether or not the Daytona 500 has lost some of its lusters. Then in Hit or Miss (28:15) Tommy and Keith talk about whether or not Ricky Stenhouse's win was a surprise, why you should never count out the GOAT, how RCR dropped the ball, and more. Finally, Keith and Tommy do their NASCAR Pick'em selections and talk about what they hope Kevin Harvick will do after he retires from NASCAR (48:33), before ending the show with an Ask 3 Wide email (1:02:40).

Hosts: Tommy Brandon and Keith Bradley

Finally Back Together Again, Plus Our 2023 NASCAR Predictions

On today's episode of Three Wide in the Middle, after a long layoff, Tommy and Keith are back together again to kick off the 2023 racing season (0:17). In today's open Tommy discusses Lewis Hamilton's reaction to the FIA's rule on "approved statements" (9:16). Then in Hit or Miss, Tommy and Keith talk about Hendrick Motorsports taking the top 3 spots in last night's qualifying action at Daytona, whether or not Ross Chastain can back up his 2022 campaign, Daniel Suarez's new contract extension, and whether or not David Gravel is a real threat to win the Outlaw Championship this year (18:11). Finally, the guys make their selections in the new NASCAR Pick'em segment, after their way too early playoff predictions (37:06).

Hosts: Tommy Brandon and Keith Bradley

 

The 2023 Racing Season Is Upon Us, and Where the Hell Have Me and Keith Been?

On today's episode of Three Wide in the Middle, Tommy shares what's been going on over the last two months and why he and Keith have been missing in action (0:38). Then, Tommy gives a brief breakdown of the Clash at the Coliseum (18:57) and why it doesn't tell us much about what to expect this season. After that, Tommy gets into this weekend's Dirt Car Nationals and why he thinks Brad Sweet is the man to beat in 2023 (27:04). Finally, Tommy shares his thoughts on NASCAR's decision to penalize the "Hail Melon." (34:41).

World Racing Group Reacts to the High Limit Series, Lucas Oil Late Models Implement a Championship Playoff and NASCAR’s TV Homerun

On this episode of Three Wide in the Middle, Tommy and Keith open the show with a discussion on NASCAR's Race for the Championship series and why it's one of the best things they have done in a long time (6:02). Then the guys dive into the World Racing Group's new platinum membership agreement and exclusivity bonus (16:45), and how this will affect the return of the Eldora Million to sprint car racing. Finally, Tommy and Keith close out the show with their thoughts on the new Lucas Oil Late Model series playoff format and whether or not it will be a good thing for their series (47:43).

Hosts: Tommy Brandon and Keith Bradley