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Grip Strip Podcast
by Philip G. Mathew
The Grip Strip Podcast, created by Philip Mathew and co-host Josh Huffine, looks at all types of motorsports and sports with an unfiltered perspective. Phil and Josh invite other passionate media professionals and fans to discuss the current and past stories that are interesting and thought-provoking.
Episodes
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Grip Strip Podcast Episoe 332 - Football Is Back Along With Wrecks
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 332 covers key highlights from NASCAR, Formula 1, NFL, and other motorsports, marking the return of football alongside notable race results. Kyle Larson ends a 51-race winless streak in Cup at Gateway. Jesse Love's first win since November; major wrecks...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 331 - Long Time Coming
Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 331 covers major motorsport events, highlights key players, and previews upcoming races and seasons across various series. Major Points Review of NASCAR Cup at Darlington, including the Southern 500 winner and points standings heading to Gateway. Highlights...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 330 - First Time/Multi Time
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 330 covers the recent IndyCar doubleheader in Milwaukee, NASCAR's regular season finale at Daytona, updates on various racing series, and discussions on NFL preseason. Recap of IndyCar doubleheader in Milwaukee, highlighting Alex Palou becoming a five-time...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 329 - FallBrawl + Racing = Trailer Parks
The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 329 covers recent racing events across NASCAR, Formula 1, and IndyCar, highlights prominent winners and ongoing championship battles, and touches on NFL preseason developments. Major Points: Ryan Blaney secures his third NASCAR Cup win of 2026 at New Hampshire, with...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 328 - Rough Edges
Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 328 covers recent racing events in IndyCar, NASCAR, and other series, highlighting key victories and standings moving into upcoming competitions. Major Points Marcus Ericsson won the IndyCar race at Markham, with Grosjean and Power on the podium. Multiple...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 327 - Dominance vs. Blandness
Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 327 discusses key outcomes and strategies in recent motorsport events, highlighting notable victories and changing championship standings. Alex Palou wins the IndyCar Grand Prix of Portland, his sixth victory of 2026, tying Gordon Johncock for 25 IndyCar…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 326 - The National Is Back and So Is Racing
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast, Episode 326, covers IMSA as the main attraction before NASCAR Cup, IndyCar, and F1 take over for the balance of the season. Phil and Josh also talk about their NFL teams since football is back! WTR Cadillac wins the IMSA Motul SportsCar Endurance Grand Prix at…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 325 - Traffic Problems
Summary of Grip Strip Podcast Episode 325 - Traffic Problems NASCAR & Short Track Racing Cup Series at IMS: Corey Heim won his second Cup race and first major at Indianapolis Motor Speedway (Brickyard 400), overcoming Carson Hocevar. Joe Gibbs Racing and 23XI Racing ran well at the front, while...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 324 - Italy 2 - Spain 2
Summary: The episode covers recent motorsport events, highlighting key race results and standings, including NASCAR, IndyCar, and Formula 1 updates. Joey Logano wins the 1st NASCAR Cup points race at North Wilkesboro since 1996, ending a 40-race winless streak. Chandler Smith achieves the largest...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 323 - Wreck Em' All Day and Night
Summary: Ryan Blaney's victory at the Atlanta Motor Speedway advances his position in the 2026 NASCAR season, while various other racing events unfold around the world. Ryan Blaney wins at Atlanta, marking Ford's 750th Cup Series victory. Blaney's win significantly reduces his points deficit in…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 322 - First Win Of The Season
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 322 covers key racing events, including first wins in NASCAR and IndyCar, as well as notable performances in Formula 1 and other racing series. Chase Briscoe wins his first Cup Series race of 2026 over Chris Bell at Chicagoland Denny Hamlin extends his…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 321 - Close, But Not Enough
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 321 covers various motorsport events, highlighting key wins and standings across NASCAR, Formula 1, IMSA, and more. SVG claims his second NASCAR win of the year, increasing his total to eight road course victories. Denny Hamlin takes a narrow lead in the...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 320 - Break The Walls Down
Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 320 discusses various recent racing events across NASCAR, IndyCar, MotoGP, and more, highlighting key victories, controversies, and race dynamics. Major Points Corey Heim wins his first career Cup race at the NASCAR Tripleheader at Naval Base Coronado. Hank...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 319 - Winning Never Gets Old
Phil and Josh return for E319 of the GSP to cover historic wins across the sports landscape. Most notably, the New York Knicks won the NBA championship for the first time in 53 years! Then, Lewis Hamilton won his first race for Ferrari 30 years after Michael Schumacher won his first race for the...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 318 - Old Guard/Newgard
Phil and Josh return for E318 of the GSP to discuss Dennis Hamlin, Josef Newgarden, and Andrea Kimi Antonelli getting on the top step in their respective series. Denny Hamlin wins two consecutive Cup series races, tying Kyle Busch for all-time wins. Corey Heim secures another win in the Truck...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 317 - The Greatest Day In Motorsports VII/RIP Rowdy
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 317 discusses major motorsport events (with special guest host Joe Passero), including the death of Kyle Busch, thrilling finishes in IndyCar and NASCAR, and highlights from recent Formula 1 and other series. Major Points: Kyle Busch passes away at age 41…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 316 - Austin 316/TGDIM Preface
Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 316 covers recent NASCAR events, highlights from Indy 500 qualifying, and previews for upcoming races across various motorsport series. Major Points NASCAR at Dover featured Hamlin's domination in the All-Star Race and noted pit road issues for multiple…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 315 - Heel-Toe/Full Send
Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 315 discusses recent motorsport events including IndyCar, NASCAR, and other racing series while previewing upcoming races. Major Points Christian Lundgaard claims his first IndyCar victory after 47 races. Polesitter Alex Palou faced issues, while Felix...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 314 - Donuts Above
Summary The episode discusses recent developments in motorsports, including the tragic death of Alex Zanardi and various race results across several series. Major Points Alex Zanardi, a former racing champion, passed away at 59. Overview of NASCAR's tripleheader results at Texas and upcoming…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 313 - First Time, Long Time
Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 313 covers recent NASCAR events, significant race outcomes, and highlights from various motorsport series. Major Points Hurricane Hocevar wins his first Cup Series race at Talladega amid a major wreck taking out over 60% of the field. Corey Day secures his...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 312 - Repeats/NFL Draft
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 312 covers updates on various motorsports events, highlights key players, and features discussions on the NFL Draft. Recap of IndyCar Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, including winner and podium details. Analysis of NASCAR Cup Series performances and…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 311 - Rory Repeats and Gibbs Finally Wins
Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 311 discusses NASCAR's exciting Bristol tripleheader, with notable performances and updates from various motorsport events. Rory McIlroy joining Nicklaus, Faldo and Woods as repeat Masters champions also is discussed. Major Points Gibbs wins his first NASCAR...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 310 - A Tradition Unlike Any Other, The GSP!
Hello friends! Welcome to an April tradition, where Phil and Josh do their best Jim Nantz impressions at The Masters during Masters week. Major Points: Highlights the NASCAR O’Reilly/Craftsman Truck Series results at Rockingham. Discusses key players and storylines for the upcoming Bristol races....
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 309 - Easter Bunny 500
After a busy weekend of racing, Phil and Josh return for E309 of the GSP to cover IndyCar, NASCAR, F1, and more! Alex Palou continues his greatness with another win at Barber in the NTT IndyCar Series, while Graham Rahal got his first podium in three years. The guys go over the race and other key...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 308 - More Of The Same
Coming off Throwback/Alumni weekend for NASCAR at Darlington, Phil and Josh are here to discuss all three races at the track Too Tough To Tame. Tyler Reddick had to overcome multiple issues and the speed of Brad Keselowski to win his fourth race out of six to start the 2026 Cup Series season. The...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 307 - Something Old, Something New
Summary Episode 307 of the Grip Strip Podcast discusses the latest results and key players in recent motorsport events across IndyCar, NASCAR, and Formula 1, while highlighting upcoming races. Major Points IndyCar at Arlington: Kyle Kirkwood wins; podium finishes by Alex Palou and Will Power....
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 306 - Super Clipping
Per the phenomenon in current-day Formula 1, Phil and Josh return for E306 of the GSP to discuss and recap all the major motorsports events of the weekend. IndyCar's recent race at Phoenix with a Penske Pole/Win sweep, Rasmussen's almost win, Palou's issues, and points recap heading to Arlington....
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 305 - Repeat After Me
Summary Tyler Reddick and Alex Palou showcased impressive performances in their respective motorsport series as discussed in E305 of the GSP, highlighting key storylines heading into upcoming races. Major Points Alex Palou secured his second consecutive win at the St. Petersburg street circuit in...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 304 - Snow Roads
Phil and Josh return for E304 of the GSP to discuss the NASCAR tripleheader at Atlanta Motor Speedway (not trying to call it EchoPark) and the huge announcement of Keelan Harvick signing with TRD. The guys review how Tyler Reddick (Cup), Sheldon Creed (O'Reilly 1st win after 15 2nd places), and...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 303 - Daytona Dreams and Carnage
Phil and Josh return for E303 of the GSP to cover everything that took place at the World's Center of Racing. The guys discuss Tyler Reddick's last lap pass to win the Daytona 500 along with all the other contenders plus those who were affected by crashes. They also look at Austin Hill's dominant...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 302 - Daytona Driving
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 302 covers a variety of motorsports topics, including reviews of major recent events, pre-season tests, and upcoming races. Reviewed Super Bowl 60, highlighting winners and key players. Discussed IndyCar and Formula 1 pre-season tests at Sebring and Bahrain...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 301 - Winter Weather Wildcard
Phil and Josh return for E301 of the GSP to discuss the Cook Out Clash and the Super Bowl, among other topics. After multiple weather delays due to the bitter cold and snow that hit Winston-Salem, the NASCAR Cup Series teams were able to finally complete the Cook Out Clash at Bowman-Gray Stadium...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 300 - Happy Birthday, Phil!
Summary Sentence: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 300 celebrates Phil's birthday while covering various motorsports events and updates. Phil celebrates his birthday, deals with snow issues and impersonates Mike Gundy's famous speech. Josh talks about getting a brand-new car. Discussion of the…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 299 - Watch and Learn
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 299 discusses key events from the NFL Divisional Round, coaching changes, and updates from various motorsport events. NFL Divisional Round recap highlights significant playoff outcomes and coaching news. 49ers defeated opponents while Coach Bob Saleh heads…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 298 - What's Old Is New Again
Summary The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 298 discusses NASCAR's return to the Chase format, highlights NFL Wild Card outcomes, and reviews various motorsport events. Major Points NASCAR reinstates the Chase format for its major series, with specific driver and race allocations. Changed scoring: 55...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 297 - All The NFL You Need & Dakar Too
Summary: The podcast discusses recent events in the NFL, NASCAR, and other motorsport highlights, focusing on playoffs, coaching changes, and upcoming races. Steve Phelps has departed from NASCAR. Review of Week 18 NFL games and thoughts on team performance. Analysis of playoff matchups in the…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 296 - Happy New Year & Be Like Biff
After a restful holiday break, the guys are back for Season 7 of the GSP! Phil and Josh welcome back a good friend of the show, NASCAR fan and content creator Joe Passero to talk about the loss of Greg Biffle, family and friends in a private plane crash. The guys go over the contributions Biffle...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 295 - Football Calamities and F1 Recap
The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 295 discusses NFL Week 14 highlights and provides a recap of the F1 season, touching on team performances and upcoming changes. Recap of NFL Week 14 focusing on teams and fantasy playoffs. Overview of the Formula 1 season, emphasizing McLaren's strong performance…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 294: Lando’s Triumph & Fantasy Football Follies
Episode 294 of the Grip Strip Podcast covers the dramatic end to the 2025 Formula One season with Lando Norris clinching the championship, review Xfinity and Truck Series results and champions, and breakdown NFL Week 14 fantasy chaos — including a wild Eagles vs. Chargers finish. Josh also gives…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 293 - F1 Triple Threat at Abu Dhabi
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 293 discusses major events and results from the F1 Qatar Grand Prix, NFL updates, and other motorsports' news, highlighting both controversy and achievements. F1 Qatar Grand Prix results: Red Bull and Verstappen with proper strategy team beats McLaren, with...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 289 - Championship Bound
Along with special guest Joe Passero subbing for Josh, Phil and Joe discuss Martinsville for NASCAR's top three series: the winners, who advances to the final four and who will be left out of an opportunity for a title. Formula 1 ran the Grand Prix of Mexico, which brought further intrigue to the...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 292 - Thankful For?
The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 292 discusses the results and implications of various motorsport events while reflecting on controversies surrounding drivers and teams. Major Points Recap of the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, highlighting Fish Lips' win and Norris' defense failure. Mercedes secures a...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 291 - Hello Palou and Football Overload
Summary: The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 291 reviews recent sports events, focusing on IndyCar's standout performances and updates on various racing leagues. Discussion of NFL Week 11 for both actual and fantasy teams. Recap of the 2025 NTT IndyCar Series with Palou's dominance, including his oval...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 290 - PLAYOFFS! And Why We Are PO'ed...
Summary: Episode 290 of the Grip Strip Podcast discusses the NASCAR Championship Weekend outcomes, highlights of F1, NFL updates, and other motorsport events. YRB wins the NASCAR title while Larson secures his second championship despite tire issues for several racers. Hamlin dominates but…
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 288 - Dega & National Running Back Day
The guys come back for E288 of the GSP to recap a wild Talladega tripleheader weekend for NASCAR along with the Formula 1 US Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas. Other key topics included NFL Week 7, the GSP Roundup covering WSBK, WRC, MotoGP/Moto2 and Supercars before previews for the F1 Grand...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 287 - Milestone Makers
Summary Sentence: The podcast highlights key events and updates from NASCAR and other motorsports, focusing on the results from Las Vegas and the upcoming Talladega race. Major Points: Denny Hamlin wins his 60th Cup race by passing Chase Briscoe. Hendrick Motorsports shows strength with Byron and...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 286 - Road Graders
The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 286 covers recent NASCAR and F1 race events, highlights key driver performances, and previews upcoming competitions. NASCAR Tripleheader at Charlotte Roval featured SVG's fifth win of 2025, with thrilling tire strategies. Connor Zilisch clinched his 10th XFinity...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 285 - Toyota’s Pain is Clyde’s Gain
The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 285 discusses recent NASCAR races, key driver performances, and previews upcoming events from various motorsport series. Chase Elliott wins his second race of 2025 after benefitting from a collision between Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace. Controversy surrounds Denny...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 284 - Can Openers
The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 284 discusses recent NASCAR performances, F1 standings, and reviews from various racing leagues while previewing upcoming events. NASCAR Cup and Trucks: YRB and Penske secure wins; Hankrick faces struggles with Gibbs and 23XI. Corey Heim achieves his 9th win, tying...
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Grip Strip Podcast Episode 283 - Tire'd Out
The Grip Strip Podcast Episode 283 covers major motorsport events from NASCAR, including Chris Bell's Cup victory and significant playoff developments, alongside updates from IndyCar, NFL reviews, and other racing series. Major Points Chris Bell wins his fourth Cup race of 2025 at Bristol amid...
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The Grip Strip Podcast, created by Philip Mathew and co-host Josh Huffine, looks at all types of motorsports and sports with an unfiltered perspective. Phil and Josh invite other passionate media professionals and fans to discuss the current and past stories that are interesting and thought-provoking.
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