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The Shakedown

by Michael Bachmann

Host Mike Bachmann offers a candid perspective on the hottest topics in NASCAR. Episodes include race recaps, news analysis, as well as interviews with men and women who are in the middle of all of the action of NASCAR.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 18: A Seven-Time Tribute

    Welcome to episode 18 of the Shakedown, the NASCAR podcast that breaks boundaries and stirs up controversy. Host Mike Bachmann analyzes each driver in the championship four and gives you his pick for the championship. Mike also unveils his Fantasy Five heading into the race at Phoenix. To close…

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  2. Episode 17: Racing to the Championship Four w/ Davey Segal

    Welcome to episode 17 of the Shakedown, the NASCAR podcast that breaks boundaries and stirs up controversy. Host Mike Bachmann is joined by Davey Segal of Frontstretch and NBCSports Washington to discuss Chase Elliott, Kevin Harvick missing the championship four and the current NASCAR playoff...

  3. Episode 16: "Slowgano" No More

    Welcome to episode 16 of the Shakedown, the NASCAR podcast that breaks boundaries and stirs up controversy. Host Mike Bachmann recaps the first race of the round of 8 from Kansas Speedway. NASCAR fans are up in arms about the current rules package, so Mike gives you his thoughts on the matter.…

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  4. Episode 15: Analyzing the Round of 8 w/ Logan Reardon

    Welcome to episode 15 of the Shakedown, the NASCAR podcast that breaks boundaries and stirs up controversy. Host Mike Bachmann is joined by Frontstretch contributor, Logan Reardon, to analyze the Round of 8 drivers. Mike also gives his thoughts on Kyle Larson's interview with CBS's, James Brown....

  5. Episode 14: Chasing Elliott's Road Course Dominance

    Welcome to episode 14 of the Shakedown, the NASCAR podcast that breaks boundaries and stirs up controversy. Host Mike Bachmann was not pleased with NASCAR's handling of the Xfinity Series race from the Charlotte Roval this past weekend, and he tells you why. We did witness history as cars took to...

  6. Episode 13: Things Are Getting Silly

    Welcome to episode 13 of The Shakedown, the NASCAR podcast that breaks boundaries and stirs up controversy. Host Mike Bachmann breaks down all of the latest moves in Silly Season, and he previews the final race of the round of 12 at the Charlotte Roval this upcoming weekend. Be sure to follow The...

  7. Episode 12: Blurred Lines & Bowman's Rise

    Welcome to episode 12 of The Shakedown, the NASCAR podcast that breaks boundaries and stirs up controversy. Host Mike Bachmann gives his take on the yellow line controversy surrounding this past weekend's race at Talladega, tells you who is on the rise in his power rankings, and looks back on…

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  8. Episode 11: New Beginnings

    Welcome to episode 11 of the Shakedown, the NASCAR podcast that breaks boundaries and stirs up controversy. Host Mike Bachmann discusses the importance of Kurt Busch's win at Las Vegas and makes his case for a championship four bid. Mike also breaks down the changes made to the 2021 Cup Series...

  9. Episode 10: Throwback Weekend and the Future of Auto Club Speedway

    In this episode of The Shakedown, host Mike Bachmann recaps the Southern 500 and throwback weekend. Mike breaks down the playoff bubble and gives you his key takeaways from the race. Mike also gives you his power rankings heading into Richmond. Big news dropped this morning regarding the future…

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  10. Episode 9: Breaking Down the Playoff Grid & Chasing Greatness

    In this episode of The Shakedown, host Mike Bachmann recaps the regular season finale at Daytona, which saw William Byron and Matt DiBenedetto as the beneficiaries in securing their spots in the playoffs. Mike breaks down the top 16 and who the premature championship four drivers are. Mike also...

  11. Episode 8: Dover Doubleheader Recap, Power Rankings and Michael Jordan

    In this episode of The Shakedown, host Mike Bachmann recaps the Dover doubleheader weekend which saw Harvick and Hamlin dominate once again. Mike breaks down the top finishers and gives you his key takeaways from the weekend. Mike also unveils his second week of his power rankings list heading…

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  12. Episode 7: Daytona Recap, Power Rankings and NexGen Updates

    In this episode of The Shakedown, host Mike Bachmann recaps a historic weekend at Daytona, which saw Chase Elliott winning his third straight race run on a road course. Mike breaks down the top finishers and gives you his key takeaways from the race. Mike also unveils his power rankings heading...

  13. Episode 6: Breaking down the playoff bubble and previewing the Daytona Road Course

    In this episode of The Shakedown, host Mike Bachmann breaks down the current playoff bubble and tells us which drivers are under the most pressure heading into the final four weeks of the regular season. Mike also previews the Daytona Road Course, which could have major playoff implications due…

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  14. Episode 5: Harvick Sweeps Michigan Doubleheader, Sponsorship News & More

    In this episode of the Shakedown, host Mike Bachmann recaps the doubleheader weekend at Michigan that saw Kevin Harvick go back-to-back for the first time since Richard Petty. Mike analyzes the choose rule and why doubleheaders should become a thing of the future in NASCAR. Multiple teams…

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  15. Episode 4: NASCAR Makes Changes, Erik Jones' Future, Michigan Doubleheader Preview

    In this episode of The Shakedown, host Mike Bachmann breaks down the changes implemented by NASCAR, including the "choose rule" and new qualifying procedure. Mike also takes a look at what the future may hold for Erik Jones, now officially out at Joe Gibbs Racing after the 2020 season. The Cup...

  16. Episode 3: New Hampshire Recap, Leavine Family Racing Sold, More Silly Season Updates

    In this episode of The Shakedown, host Mike Bachmann recaps the weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway which saw Brad Keselowski get his third win of the season. Mike also reacts to the news of Leavine Family Racing shutting its doors and some other silly season shakeups. Jeff Gordon did not…

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  17. Episode 2: 7-Time Tests IndyCar, SRX Updates and New Hampshire Preview

    In this episode of The Shakedown, host Mike Bachmann breaks down Jimmie Johnson's highly anticipated IndyCar test and what it could mean for the sport going forward. Mike also reacts to the images released of what the SRX cars may look like down the road. The Cup Series returns to New Hampshire...

  18. Episode 1: Start Your Engines

    Welcome to The Shakedown, a NASCAR podcast by one die hard fan from the northeast. Host Mike Bachmann reacts to NASCAR's decision to not hold practice or qualifying for the remainder of the season, as well as the latest news coming out of the Hendrick camp. Mike also unveils his dream roster for...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Host Mike Bachmann offers a candid perspective on the hottest topics in NASCAR. Episodes include race recaps, news analysis, as well as interviews with men and women who are in the middle of all of the action of NASCAR.

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Host Mike Bachmann offers a candid perspective on the hottest topics in NASCAR. Episodes include race recaps, news analysis, as well as interviews with men and women who are in the middle of all of the action of NASCAR.

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The Shakedown has 18 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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The Shakedown is created and hosted by Michael Bachmann.
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