Wes Buck is the founder and editorial director of drag racing's leading publication Drag Illustrated, as well as the promoter of the CTECH World Doorslammer Nationals presented by JEGS - amongst drag racing's biggest independent races. Above all else, he is amongst the sport of drag racing's biggest fans and proponents - oft-preaching the gospel of what he calls "the great American motor sport". In his show, he interviews drivers, tuners, industry members and media types - along with the occasional (often) racing-inspired rant or "hot take" - with a focus on storytelling and entertaining.
Drag Illustrated: The Wes Buck Show
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Wes Buck is the founder and editorial director of drag racing's leading publication Drag Illustrated, as well as the promoter of the CTECH World Doorslammer Nationals presented by JEGS - amongst drag racing's biggest independent races. Above all else, he is amongst the sport of drag racing's biggest fans and proponents - oft-preaching the gospel of what he calls "the great American motor sport". In his show, he interviews drivers, tuners, industry members and media types - along with the occasional (often) racing-inspired rant or "hot take" - with a focus on storytelling and entertaining.
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Recent Episodes
May 27, 2026
The Wes Buck Show | Ep. 425 | Corey Stamper & Michael Poland
Host Wes Buck interviews Michael Poland and Corey Stamper about the upcoming "Small Tire Storms & Southern Chaos" outlaw drag racing events, exploring the excitement and potential weather challenges.
May 5, 2026
The Wes Buck Show | Ep. 423 | Michael Poland, Clay Millican, & Madelyn Marconi!
<p>THE WES BUCK SHOW – EPISODE 423“OUTLAWS, NITRO, AND FIGHTING FOR THE SPORT”SOME WEEKS YOU TALK RACING.SOME WEEKS YOU TALK BUSINESS.THIS WEEK? WE’RE TALKING ABOUT THE WHOLE DAMN THING.This week on The Wes Buck Show, we’ve got a lineup that hits every angle of what makes this sport tick.First up, Michael Poland. You already know what you’re getting here. Energy. Opinions. Stories. The guy lives in the middle of the action and never shies away from it. Whether it’s small tire, big personalities, or whatever chaos is brewing, Michael is right there in it and bringing the heat with him.Then we bring in Clay Millican, one of the most respected names in NHRA Top Fuel. Veteran. Fan favorite. And a guy who has seen just about everything this sport can throw at you. From wins to wild rides to grinding it out year after year, Clay is the kind of guy you want in the room when you’re talking about what it really takes to survive and succeed at the top level.And rounding it out, Madelyn Marconi, who is fighting for the future of motorsports off the track. Working with local and state government in Florida, she is helping protect, support, and grow racing in a time when that is more important than ever. This is the side of the sport people don’t always see, but it matters just as much as what happens on race day.Three guests. Three perspectives. One sport we all care about.LET’S GO.Each week on The Wes Buck Show, Wes Buck, JT “Murder T” Hudson, and Mike Carpenter bring their unique insights and analysis to the most electrifying moments and storylines from a packed weekend of drag racing.📲 SUBSCRIBE for the latest in drag racing: @dragillustrated🛒 GRAB YOUR MERCH: dragillustrated.store📡 STAY CONNECTED: @thewesbuckshow @dragillustrated🔥 RACERS CLUB MERCH: racers.club🚀 Wanna sponsor the show? Contact us: wes@dragillustrated.com#dragracing #wesbuck #MichaelPoland #ClayMillican #MadelynMarconi #NHRA #TopFuel #Motorsports #FloridaRacing #WBS #DI #RacersClub</p>
May 5, 2026
The Wes Buck Show | Ep. 422 | Tommy Franklin, Richard Gadson, & Nate Prater!
Host Wes Buck interviews PDRA owner Tommy Franklin, NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle racer Richard Gadson, and Street Car Bragging Rights creator Nate Prater about their recent successes and insights into drag racing.
256 total episodes available with 41 transcripts
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