Episodes

  • 81 - Nashville: OT Overload and Something From F1
    Jul 3 2024

    Hosts Will Porter and Jacob Simpson of The Scoring Pylon delve into an unprecedented weekend at Nashville Super Speedway, marked by a record-setting five overtime restarts. They discuss the implications of Joey Logano's win on playoff standings, safety and procedural nuances of NASCAR overtime, and the heatwave's impact on drivers. Attention is given to the escalating rivalry between Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson, with comparisons drawn to Max Verstappen's controversial tactics in Formula 1. The future of RCR, as well as the career prospects of Kyle Busch and Hailie Deegan, are also analyzed. As the duo wraps up, they speculate on Shane Van Gisbergen's chances at the upcoming Chicago Street Race and reflect on enhancements to the fan experience. 00:00 Introduction 01:01 Weekend Recap: Nashville Superspeedway 02:23 Heat Wave Challenges 11:16 Cool Suit Technology in Racing 13:07 NASCAR Race Scheduling Issues 22:25 Xfinity Race Highlights 25:25 Hailie Deegan's Replacement Controversy 36:33 Joey Logano's Victory 42:57 Notable Drivers and Their Strategies 44:06 Kyle Busch's Strategy and Challenges 45:14 The Wreck and Its Aftermath 50:02 NASCAR's Inconsistent Rules 58:46 RCR's Struggles 01:07:10 Alternate Playoff Scenarios 01:19:18 Overtime Procedures Debate 01:24:19 Aggressive Racing and Overtime Chaos 01:28:57 The Hamlin-Larson Rivalry 01:38:51 F1 Drama and Racing Etiquette 01:56:52 NASCAR Overtime and Race Grades 01:59:25 Final Thoughts and Outro

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    2 hrs and 4 mins
  • 80 - New Hampshire: The Wet Weather Tire(d)
    Jun 25 2024

    In the latest episode of The Scoring Pylon, hosts Will Porter and Jacob Simpson explore NASCAR's approach to rain strategies and tire decisions during the Cup Series race at New Hampshire. They delve into Kyle Busch's recent misfortunes and potential team issues. Plus, does the rivalry between Denny Hamlin and Kyle Larson reach a conclusion? Also in this episode: Michael McDowell's aggressive moves, honoring first responders through the Charleston Memorial Stair Climb, and NHRA legend John Force's crash. The hosts wrap up with a review of the New Hampshire race and a preview of the Nashville event. This episode offers a comprehensive look into race strategies, driver dynamics, and crucial NASCAR updates. 00:00 Welcome and Social Media Shoutout 01:19 Weekend Recap and Gym Stories 02:56 Firefighter Tribute and Stair Climb Event 06:11 Reflecting on 9/11 and Its Impact 22:10 Transition to Racing Discussion 24:09 NASCAR Weekend Recap and Rain Delays 44:34 Debating Rain Tires and Track Conditions 46:01 Visibility and Safety Concerns 47:38 Experimenting with Track Drying Techniques 55:17 Mandating Wet Tires: Pros and Cons 01:15:18 Kyle Busch's Struggles and Team Dynamics 01:23:40 The Future of Kyle Busch 01:29:19 Kyle Busch's Mindset and Racing Evolution 01:30:25 Self-Doubt and Confidence in Racing 01:32:53 Denny Hamlin's Controversial Moves 01:43:05 Driver Performance and Team Dynamics 01:54:05 John Force's Scary Crash and Legacy 01:59:28 NASCAR Rulebook and Race Analysis 02:06:50 Closing Thoughts and Farewell

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    2 hrs and 8 mins
  • 79 - Iowa: Love For Blaney And The Broadcast
    Jun 18 2024

    In this episode of The Scoring Pylon, hosts Will Porter and Jacob Simpson delve into the recent NASCAR races at Iowa Speedway, discussing tire issues, track evolution, and race weekend surprises. They review NBC's transition to NASCAR coverage from Fox, highlighting differences in broadcast styles and production quality. The conversation also explores Martin Truex Jr.'s retirement, silly season rumors, and Justin Haley's career prospects. Additionally, the hosts provide forecasts for upcoming races in New Hampshire and Nashville, addressing weather concerns and manufacturer performance predictions. The episode concludes with a call for listener engagement on social media and podcast platforms. 00:00 Introduction and Social Media Plugs 00:29 Casual Banter and Catching Up 02:11 NASCAR at Iowa Speedway: Initial Reactions 03:16 Xfinity Series Tire Issues 06:02 Cup Series Race Analysis 27:34 NBC's NASCAR Coverage Review 46:14 Fox's Pre-Planned Coverage Critique 48:56 NBC's Flexible Approach 53:01 Booth Talent and Production Synergy 01:02:36 Truex's Retirement Announcement 01:12:42 Silly Season Rumors and Speculations 01:29:51 Looking Ahead to New Hampshire

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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • 78 - Sonoma: New Surface, Same Chaos
    Jun 11 2024

    Will Porter and Jacob Simpson dive deep into the latest NASCAR Cup Series action from Sonoma Raceway. The duo review the chaotic race events, from unexpected wrecks to strategic plays, while exploring the performance of the current NASCAR Cup Series cars on the new track surface. They also discuss the broadcast quality from FOX, and give predictions for the upcoming race at Iowa. Listen to the latest episode of The Scoring Pylon!

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    1 hr and 58 mins
  • 77 - Gateway, Gasoline, and Granting Waivers
    Jun 4 2024

    NASCAR started their journey West last week, with Trucks and the Cup Series stopping in St Louis to race at World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway, and Xfinity racing in Portland. Hosts Will Porter and Jacob Simpson return to break down the action on track, Austin Cindric’s win, and the Kyle vs Kyle battle on track. In the top headlines of the week, Will and Jacob talk about SHR closing and the no decision on the Larson waiver. Its another loaded episode of The Scoring Pylon!

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    2 hrs and 12 mins
  • 76 - Charlotte: The SMI Experience
    May 28 2024

    From Charlotte Motor Speedway, join Will Porter and Jacob Simpson on the latest episode of The Scoring Pylon!

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    2 hrs and 41 mins
  • 75 - North Wilkesboro: It’s What Happened OFF The Racetrack
    May 21 2024
    The NASCAR Cup Series took the week off from points paying competition and traveled to North Wilkesboro for the track’s second year hosting the All-Star Race. Will Porter and Jacob Simpson are here to recap a wild night, fueled with emotion and retaliation. First, did the new surface prove to be a better product across the Cup and Truck Series races? Second, did the option tire make a difference in the racing product overall? Will and Jacob also offer up what they would like to see happen to the racetrack as plans for the 2025 ASR have been made to return to North Wilkesboro. And finally, the fight between Ricky Stenhouse Jr and Kyle Busch. The reason, the anticipation, and the fight itself: was anyone justified? What repercussions could we see? It’s another great episode of The Scoring Pylon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scoringpylonpod/message
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • 74 - Darlington I: Stripes and Something about Stickers
    May 14 2024

    NASCAR made their first trip to The Lady In Black this weekend, and so did half of The Scoring Pylon. Join Will Porter and Jacob Simpson as they discuss their perspectives from Sunday’s action from Darlington Raceway. Whether it was in the grandstands or watching at home, they provide their insight into the late race battles, how Brad Keselowski found victory lane again, and the altercation soon after the checkered flag between Chris Buescher and Tyler Reddick. Plus, TNT’s announcement of an in-season bracket challenge next year, Jacob highlighting his Saturday night win at Darlington in iRacing, and Will's experience at the racetrack. It’s a great episode of The Scoring Pylon you won’t want to miss!

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    2 hrs and 7 mins