Kevin Harvick sits down with racing legend Tony Stewart and his wife, NHRA star Leah Pruett, for a can’t-miss interview. The couple opens up about Tony’s scary wreck at Maple Grove Raceway, with Tony sharing what it felt like and Leah describing her reaction. Tony even compares the crash to NASCAR wrecks from his career. The conversation shifts to life off the track as Tony and Leah reflect on parenthood since welcoming their baby boy, Dominic, in November 2024. They discuss how becoming parents has changed their lives, what their racing plans look like for 2026 — including racing against each other — and what they envision for Dominic’s potential future in motorsports.
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Alex Palou Interview
Fresh off his 2025 IndyCar Championship, Alex Palou joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap. Palou opens up about his incredible run of four championships in five years, why this season’s title means the most to him, and what it’s been like cementing his place as one of motorsport’s biggest stars. The two also discuss Palou’s perspective on the future: whether he’d ever consider trying his hand in NASCAR or Formula 1, how he views his legacy in IndyCar, and what keeps him motivated to continue chasing greatness.
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0:00 - Intro
0:35 - Alex Palou Joins The Show!
1:30 - Winning The 2025 IndyCar Championship
7:37 - Indy 500 Vs. The Championship
11:34 - IndyCar Playoff System Vs. NASCAR
17:48 - Interest In Racing NASCAR?
19:30 - Plans For Future
21:22 - Relationship With Chip Ganassi
23:53 - Differences Between IndyCar & F1
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Bristol Mayhem: Tire Chaos, Christopher Bell’s Win & Playoff Shakeup | Round of 12 Preview
Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith recap an action-packed NASCAR weekend at Bristol, where tire wear issues played a huge role and Christopher Bell delivered an impressive victory. The crew dives into Bell’s performance, the continued success of Toyota cars in the playoffs, and all the major incidents that shaped the race. They also discuss the drivers eliminated from the playoffs — Alex Bowman, Austin Dillon, Shane van Gisbergen, and Josh Berry — and what their exits mean for the championship chase. Looking ahead, the team previews New Hampshire and the start of the Round of 12, breaking down which contenders could seize momentum. Mamba shares this week’s Social Sips, and the show wraps up in Last Call with burnout grades for Bell and the crew’s New Hampshire predictions.
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0:00 - Intro
5:53 - Bristol Recap
31:46 - New Hampshire Preview
41:10 - Mamba’s Social Sips
48:22 - Last Call!
54:22 - Submit Picks For New Hampshire
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Christopher Bell Interview following win at Bristol | VICTORY LAP
Fresh off his Bristol Night Race win, Christopher Bell joins Kevin Harvick for this week’s Victory Lap. Bell dives into what it was like managing tire wear under the lights, how he held on for the victory, and why advancing to the Round of 12 has boosted his confidence, especially with his Toyota teammates performing so well. They also break down Bell’s approach to the postseason, including how he and his team bounced back after a mid-season slump following a strong start to the year. Finally, Bell shares why he’s staying laser-focused on Cup racing during the playoffs, but teases the possibility of running other series once the championship chase wraps up.
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Rodney Childers Interview
Kevin Harvick sits down with his longtime former crew chief, Rodney Childers, for an in-depth and candid conversation on Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour. Rodney shares what life has been like since parting ways with Spire Motorsports, including his hands-on work with Cars Tour late model teams and why that experience has reignited his passion for racing. The two also dive into what makes Childers more motivated than ever to return to the pit box and chase wins at NASCAR’s top level. From breaking down the challenges of the Next Gen car to the differences in crew chief responsibilities compared to the previous generation, this interview gives fans an unfiltered look at one of the sport’s most respected minds.
0:00 - Intro
0:31 - Rodney Childers Joins The Show!
4:45 - Up-And-Coming Drivers
6:36 - Childers’ Future In Motorsports
9:41 - Adjusting To The Next Gen Car
18:31 - Improvements To The Next Gen Car
27:59 - NASCAR Playoff System
30:42 - Championship Predictions
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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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