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The Wild Will Throwdown

The Wild Wild Throwdown is a podcast dedicated to short track racing! We go in depth each week previewing the upcoming schedule. going over results, speaking to various guests and having fun talking about motorsports!

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  1. 134

    Chris Curtis Interview!

    This is a short one on one interview with driver Chris Curtis! 

  2. 133

    The 2x World Figure 8 Champion Mike Hadley Jr!

    On this episode we discuss the topic of the week which takes us to the debate of courtesy laps or parade laps during a work area period. We also welcome the 2X World Figure 8 champion Mike Hadley Jr! We also discuss fall racing and the upcoming schedule for the last weekend of September.  Don't miss it! 

  3. 132

    Post 3 Hour Review

    On this episode we dive into the recap of the World Figure 8 Championship!  We also talk about the upcoming weekend in racing around the region!

  4. 131

    Kimmie Greig Joins The Show!

    On this epsiode Dalton decides to take a week off while Hawk and Will dicuss penalties in short track racing! Plus the driver of the 33 Factory FWD at the Indianapolis Speedrome drops by to discuss her success in the FWD and what is next for her in 2027. Plus we preview the upcoming regional schedule in short track racing. Don't miss it!

  5. 130

    Royce Harmon & J.T. Huffman join the show!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we discuss the topic of the week which is a hot topic. We discuss various lineup procedures at tracks including inverts, qualifying and straight up formats.  Also ICA Dumpster Sportsman competitor Royce Harmon drops by along with dirt pure stock driver J.T Huffman coming off of his win at the Thunder Valley Raceway! Plus we preview the upcoming regional schedule. This and more on this weeks epsiode of The Wild Will Throwdown!

  6. 129

    The first race weekend in August is approaching!

    On this huge episode we taalk about lighting at race tracks and how important it is. Plus we talk with ford crown vic drivers Jamie Harbin and John White! Don't miss it!

  7. 128

    Rulebook fiasco!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we have a special guest co host of the show! Collin Dickey gives his young insight in the world of motorsports. We also discuss the topic of the week which poses the question does the rule book need a modern day makeover?  Plus we get ready for the 2,000 to win King of the Ford One Hour at the Sportsdrome Speedway this weekend! Indianapolis Speedrome competitor Adam Arrington joins us to get his insight on this crown jewel event.  This plus more coming up on this weeks episode!

  8. 127

    Officiating short track racing!

    On this episode we dive into officiating in the sport of racing plus we dive into the upcoming schedule for the 2nd weekend of July!

  9. 126

    The Cross Flags have flown on 2026!

    On this episode we get fired up for the Firecracker 200 weekend at the Salem Speedway with two huge guests! Representing the Ford Crown Vics we will talk with the 34c of Chase Adams! In the Great American Stocks we talk to a driver who has a ton of momentum, Austin Baum!  We also dive into the topic of the week and discuss why flagmen are important. This and more on The Wild Will Throwdown!

  10. 125

    Outlaw Figure 8 driver Race Loving!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we discuss the topic of the week regarding modern technology vs the old school way. We also talk to the Michigan driver in the outlaw figure 8 ranks, Race Loving. We also preview the upcoming schedule. This and more! Don't miss it. 

  11. 124

    The cross flags are shown for the month of June!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we recap the weekend as far as we were including the Sportsdrome Speedway and Salem Speedway. We also discuss the topic of the week chosen by co-host Dalton Conner. We discuss the Importance of letting a driver express his emotions in Interviews.  We also sit down with the driver of three different machines. Jacob Robertson joins us this week.  We finally preview the weekend upon us in the region. Don't miss this episode! 

  12. 123

    Modifieds Return To The Salem Speedway!

    This weeks epsiode of The Wild Will Throwdown is a block buster! We discuss the topic of the week which is "sanctions setting the rules remotely." Plus we get ready for the open wheel asphalt modifieds back to the high banks of Salem Speedway.  Jimmy Wyman joins us and more!

  13. 122

    Memorial Day Is In The Rear View!

    On this epsiode we regroup from the long holiday weekend! We recap the 90 Spring Shootout at the Indianapolis Speedrome and discuss the upcoming schedule in the region. Plus discuss the topic question of the week and topic question of the week. 

  14. 121

    The 60th Annual Mid-Western Champion!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we speak to the driver who picked up the 60th annual Midwestern Figure 8 win at the Sportsdrome Speedway! "The Outlaw" Jesse Tunny joins us!  Plus we discuss the topic of the week chosen by Dalton Conner and discuss the upcoming Memorial Day weekend schedule of racing. This and more!

  15. 120

    The 60th Annual Midwestern with Calvin Crain!

     On this episode, we talk to the driver who has a legacy in the sport of figure 8 racing! Calvin Crain joins us to talk about his career and the upcoming Midwestern. Plus the topic of the week and more. 

  16. 119

    First time Great American Stock Winner, Trent Bayer!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown podcast we will discuss the topic of the week chosen by Harold Adams, discuss the recap from the weekend and talk to a very special guest Trent Bayer!  Trent picked up his very first win at the Salem Speedway this past Sunday during the Derby Hangover Duel 75's! Plus we preview the upcoming schedule. 

  17. 118

    We're back!

    On this episode we discuss the topic of the week chosen by Dalton Conner! We talk to the Mini Outlaw Touring driver, Steve Vickers about his 2026 season. Plus we talk about the regional schedule that is on tap for the upcoming weekend.  

  18. 117

    US Legend Series Spring Nationals competitor Collin Dickey!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown, we speak to the driver that looks for a good finish in the US Legend Series Spring Nationals at the Highland rim Speedway this week. Collin Dickey joins the show as we continue our youth special.  We also discuss the topic of the week which is bringing sanctioning bodies to a local short track near you and what it takes. This and more!

  19. 116

    The youth movement continues with Grant Hooker!

    On this week's episode, we talk about the topic of the week which is different kinds of motorsports. We also talk to the young driver of the number 19 legend series car, Grant Hooker! We dive into what's upcoming this weekend in our area plus more!

  20. 115

    Youth Movement!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdownn we discuss the topic of the week chosen by Dalton Conner. Plus in the month of April we are focusing on our youth! This week we talk with Ford Future Star drivers Jake Vickers and Braxtyn Turner.  Plus we recap Sportsdrome, Salem and Daltons run at Shadybowl.  This is a great episode you don't want to miss. 

  21. 114

    Sportsdrome recap and the future!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we will discuss the Sportsdrome Speedway opener this past weekend. Plus we talk to the Ford Future Star winner Caden Puckett as his future is bright in the motorsport industry.  This and more on this weeks episode. 

  22. 113

    The Green is out for the 2026 season!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we discuss the topic of the week, which is safety around short tracks in America. We talk to our special guest from the great state of Washington, Chris Curtis about his 2026 season and what he is most excited for!  We also preview the upcoming schedule for our region and racing! This is one episode you don't want to miss. The green is out for the 2026 season. 

  23. 112

    March is here and RB3 joins us!

    On this episode we discuss the topic of the week and discuss what is ramping up for the month of March in our region. We also talk to the driver of the 35, Ronnie Basham III stops by to discuss his 2026 season at Salem Speedway.  March is here and the racing is coming!!

  24. 111

    March has fired up!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we discuss the topic of the week which was a good in depth conversation.  We speak to veteran driver Shawn Smith about his career, his fabrication business and what we can expect to see from him this season.  Plus we recap the Florida event at Auburndale and what is next on the agenda.  Don't miss it!

  25. 110

    Figure 8 in February ramping up!

    On this episode we discuss the event at the Showtime Speedway and upcoming Auburndale event!  Plus we dive into the topic of the week being promoters.  We also speak to the promoter of the Sportsdrome Speedway about the 60th Mid-Western coming up in the 80th season! Mike Gibson joins us.  This is a must listen! 

  26. 109

    Ben Harmon and FL Speedweeks!

    On this episode of TWWT we discuss the topic of the week, speak to Ben Harmon about his FL Speedweeks and discuss the upcoming events in FL! 

  27. 108

    The Kentuckiana Auto Racing Hall of Famer Leonard Basham joins us!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown Figure 8 legend Leonard Basham joins us! We also dive into the topic of the week as Dalton Conner picks the topic. We talk Florida speedweeks as it is starting to ramp up.  This and more on this weeks episode. 

  28. 107

    The Right To Race Bill and returning Kevin Garrigus!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we discuss the hot topic of the week which is "the right to race bill."  We speak to the returning owner of the Indianapolis Speedrome Kevin Garrigus and The professor Scott Nigh as we ramp up a historic season of racing in our area.  Plus we discuss the upcoming off season as we inch closer to the 2026 season.  Don't miss it! 

  29. 106

    Local Racing History 101

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we hit the HISTORY books!  We dive into some of our local tracks history to see how they originated and evolved over the years.  This is one episode you don't want to miss. We also talk about what is on the horizon in the off season. Check it out! Plus Glenn Luckett the director of Race Operations at Salem Speedway stops by.  Thank you to everyone for your continued support! 

  30. 105

    OUR 5TH YEAR BEGINS NOW!

    Our first episode of 2026 begins NOW!  On the first episode of the 2026 season we discuss the schedule releases of our local and regional asphalt tracks.  We discuss the new partnership between us and FLAG2FLAG MEDIA plus what we've been up to during the off season.  2026 is here and we have fired the engines!

  31. 104

    2025 Season Finale!

    Welcome to the season finale of The Wild Will Throwdown! On this episode we speak to the driver that looks for a great run in his Dome debut. Devin Gilpin joins us to talk about his upcoming super late model race in the Dome in America's Center.  We also talk to the new owner of the Salem Speedway about the upcoming 80th season and what improvements he is looking to make. Brent Harmon joins us.  We also review the 2025 season.  Thank you to all who supported us in 2025 and we will see everyone in January for season 5! 

  32. 103

    Season finale part 1!

    We are just one episode away from our season finale for season 4!  On this episode we discuss our topic of the week which is changes in the racing industry plus we talk to an Oklahoma modified stand out about his upcoming debut at the dome in Americas center.  You don't want to miss this episode! 

  33. 102

    Racing rolls in November!

    On this episode we talk to the winner of the All American 100, Corey Deuser!  Plus we discuss what is on the horizon during the post season. Hawk Harold Adams is taking on the topic of the week and more!  Episode artwork: Elevate Racing Media 

  34. 101

    Old School Resurgence?

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown "The Maverick" JT Huffman drops by to discuss the successful Thunder Valley Raceway event at the Salem, IN bullring! 

  35. 100

    The Halloween 200 is upon us!

    On this episode we discuss the topic of the week and preview the Salem Speedway Halloween 200!  Chuck Barnes Jr discusses his return and more!

  36. 99

    Fall racing and High Octane!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown the band is back together!  Will Greenwell, Dalton Conner and Harold Adams discuss the past weekend and upcoming weekend in racing. They will also discuss the topic of the week chosen by Hawk Harold Adams.  Also the promoter of the Brownstown Speedway Jim Price stops by to dicuss the upcoming Fun Fest and how this years event focuses more on "Racing" than "Partying."  Don't miss this incredible episode!    

  37. 98

    Salem Champions and more!

    On this HUGE episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we have 3 special guests! The 6X Diesel Boys Great American Stock champion David Bayens and his lovely wife Trisha Bayens joins us.  Plus we speak to the Mikes Muffler & Brakes Crown Vic Big Track Series champion Paul Hartlage and the Crown Vic short track champion Alex Bube.  We also talk about the topic of the week and more. 

  38. 97

    Conner Popplewell drops by and more!

    On this episode of The Wild Will Throwdown we discuss this past weekends carnage plus we have the driver who calls Salem Speedway home, Conner Popplewell! Conner competed in the Kentuckiana Ford Dealers 200 on Saturday night. He talks us through how that event went for the 95 crew. He also talks about the upcoming Great American Stocks event this weekend.  We also discuss Dalton Conners topic for the topic of the week segment.  This plus more on The Wild Will Throwdown!

  39. 96
  40. 95

    Fall Racing is here!

    On this episode we recap the three hour, discuss fall racing and talk about what is next on the agenda! Don't miss it!

  41. 94

    A special ZOOM audio clip with Mark Tunny and Dalton Conner!

    In this episode we have a ZOOM audio clip of our meeting with Mark Tunny getting ready for the three hour! It starts around the 20 second mark! Enjoy. 

  42. 93

    August is rolling!

    On this episode we talk topic of the week, speak to our guest the driver of the #8 Absolute Services Ford Bradley Moore and discuss some of the events coming up this weekend. 

  43. 92

    Drama, Love and Racing

    On this episode we discuss the topic of the week that was chosen by Dalton Conner, dive into drama around the racing community and discuss a little of what is coming up on the horizon! 

  44. 91

    Cost Catastrophe...

    On this episode we discuss the rising cost of tires in the short track racing industry plus we sit down with the richest winning compact race winner at the Kokomo Speedway, Reid Christensen! This is an episode you don't want to miss!   Photo credit: Trikshot Productions 

  45. 90

    August Already?

    On this episode we talk about how important weekly racing truly is plus we discuss some of the upcoming events around the area. Don't miss it!

  46. 89

    Legend Series Racing

    On this episode we speak to candian driver Mitch Wright who has been competing in a legend series car for quite some time. Plus we dive into the topic of the week and discuss the upcoming regional schedule!

  47. 88

    FIRECRACKER FRENZY 🥊🏁🧨

    On this episode we discuss in depth the Firecracker 200 fiasco at the Salem Speedway fueled by the Hoosier Lottery plus discuss the upcoming regional schedule. Don't miss this one!

  48. 87

    FIRECRACKER 200 WEEKEND! 🧨

    On this episode Chuck Barnes Jr and Darrin Risinger join us as we look ahead to the Firecracker 200 weekend at Salem Speedway!

  49. 86

    Evolution of Crown Vic Racing!

    On this epiosde we will have a special co host! Jacob Robertson joins myself and Dalton as we talk about the Crown Vic class. 

  50. 85

    Why limit cars competing in an event?

    This week we are all back as we discuss the upcoming schedule and discuss the touchy topic of the week of requring a car to compete in some of your events to race in your crown jewel. This and more on The Wild Will Throwdown!

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The Wild Wild Throwdown is a podcast dedicated to short track racing! We go in depth each week previewing the upcoming schedule. going over results, speaking to various guests and having fun talking about motorsports!

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Will Greenwell

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