Ron Hornaday Jr. sits down with Kevin Harvick for an emotional and entertaining conversation about a racing life that helped shape the sport. Hornaday shares how he got his start, what it was like building the West Coast racing scene, and how his bond with Dale Earnhardt Sr. changed his career. The two also reflect on their personal relationship, how Hornaday helped launch Harvick’s career, and the hilarious memories they’ve made along the way.
0:00 - Intro
0:38 - Ron Hornaday Jr. Joins the Show!
3:16 - Ron’s Start In Racing
10:21 - Ron Helping Young Kevin
19:12 - Ron Driving for KHI
24:16 - White Glove Incident
29:50 - Ron’s First Car
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33:43
Michigan Recap, NASCAR Heads to Mexico City, Bob Pockrass on Court Ruling Fallout, and more!
Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down everything you need to know from a wild weekend at Michigan — from Denny Hamlin’s clutch fuel-mileage win to Ryan Blaney’s misfire and Alex Bowman’s scary wreck. The crew also highlights standout runs from Chris Buescher and Ty Gibbs, then turns their attention to the historic Mexico City Cup Series race, debating how the international venue could shape NASCAR’s future. Then, FOX NASCAR Insider Bob Pockrass joins the show to explain the latest twist in the NASCAR antitrust lawsuit as the U.S. Court of Appeals vacates a key ruling. Mamba delivers this week’s funniest and most viral NASCAR content in Social Sips, and the crew closes it out with Last Call — their grade for Denny Hamlin’s burnout and predictions for Mexico City.
0:00 - Intro
2:29 - Michigan Recap
24:45 - Mexico City Preview
32:48 - Bob Pockrass On Antitrust Lawsuit Filed By 23XI
43:17 - Mamba’s Social Sips
49:10 - Last Call!
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57:33
Denny Hamlin Interview after Win at Nashville | VICTORY LAP
Denny Hamlin joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s ‘Victory Lap’ after his dramatic win at Michigan to the personal and professional balancing act he’s managing off the track. Hamlin breaks down the fuel-mileage strategy that helped him pass William Byron in the final laps, how he’s preparing for the upcoming Mexico City race with a baby on the way, and how he handles the highs and lows of fan interactions. Plus, Denny shares his thoughts on the recent federal court ruling involving 23XI Racing, what it means for his team’s future, and how they’re navigating the uncertainty around charters for the 2025 season. The duo also dives into the return of RAM to the NASCAR Truck Series and what it signals for the sport moving forward.
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9:55
Keelan Harvick Interview
In this special edition of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour, Kaitlyn Vincie and Mamba Smith sit down with Kevin and Keelan Harvick to relive the unforgettable first head-to-head battle between father and son in the CARS Tour West Pro Late Model series. Keelan stunned his dad by winning round one, while Kevin captured the first stage but was spun late in the race, paving the way for Keelan’s victory. They discuss the emotions, the family dynamics, and the competitive spirit that made this race so memorable, plus what fans can expect when the Harvicks meet on track again.
0:00 - Intro
0:32 - Keelan Harvick Joins the Show!
1:52 - Planning CARS Tour Events
3:45 - Keelan’s Pro Late Model Win
15:31 - Keelan’s Closer Mentality
18:08 - Keelan’s Reaction to Kevin’s Incident
23:23 - Kevin’s Emotions After Keelan Won
26:10 - Rest of Schedule
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34:18
Keelan Harvick wins ‘Battle of the Harvicks,’ Nashville Recap, Michigan Preview, and more!
Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith kick off this episode of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour by breaking down the epic ‘Battle of the Harvicks,’ where Kevin’s son Keelan outlasted his dad to win the CARS Tour West Pro Late Model race. The crew reacts to this memorable family showdown, then shifts gears to cover the wild NASCAR Cup race in Nashville, where Ryan Blaney finally got the win, Carson Hocevar impressed, and chaos reigned. They look ahead to the upcoming Michigan race, dive into Mamba’s Social Sips segment, and close out with their bold predictions for the weekend in Last Call.
0:00 - Intro
3:55 - ‘Battle of the Harvicks’ Recap
13:28 - Nashville Recap
36:18 - Michigan Preview
40:28 - Mamba’s Social Sips
49:49 - Last Call!
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About Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX
Former Cup Series Champion and NASCAR legend Kevin Harvick gives his expert opinion on the top NASCAR storylines weekly alongside FOX Sports’ Kaitlyn Vincie and NASCAR’s Chief Hype Officer, Mamba Smith. Plus, Kevin brings some of the biggest names in sports, entertainment, and pop culture into the racing world with weekly interviews.
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