Best AutoTrader Podcasts (2025)

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Option Moneyness: ITM, OTM, & ATM Explained 15:54

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Send us a text This episode primarily explains option moneyness, categorising options as in-the-money (ITM), out-of-the-money (OTM), or at-the-money (ATM) based on the strike price's relationship to the underlying stock price. It clarifies how these classifications apply differently to call options and put options, offering examples to illustrate e…

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Episode 86: How/Why Do We Review Cars? 43:07

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Dan and Jodi are joined by their colleagues Sébastien and Michael (the intern) to discuss how our team of automotive journalists review cars. What goes into a car review? What are we looking for, what makes the job difficult, and why do we even review cars in the first place? If you have a question you’d like to ask our experts, email expert@trader…

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Chip Perry & Steve Greenfield of Autotrader with Danny Zaslavsky 32:43

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This episode of Cue the Next Leader is a special exclusive, hosted by VINCUE President Danny Zaslavsky, and joined by Chip Perry, former CEO of Cox Automotive, and his friend and colleague, and former Vice President of Product & Business Development, Steve Greenfield. These two men are true industry titans, arguably the primary architects of the fi…

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AutoTrader Echopark 400 | Dover 33:06

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Welcome back to Mash the Gas — your premier home for all things NASCAR Cup Series! Kevin, Jeff, and Sky are back at the table to break down the heat, humidity, and late-race drama from the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Dover Motor Speedway. Denny Hamlin secures his fourth win of the season and second straight at Dover, holding off his teamm…

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Cook Out 400 | Richmond | Mash The Gas Podcast 33:15

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Sky, Kevin, and Jeff break down all the action from the sold-out Cookout 400 at Richmond Raceway Austin Dillon shocks the field: Entered 28th in points Led 107 laps Locks himself into the NASCAR Playoffs with a win Full recap of pit road mayhem: Bubba Wallace’s tire issues Speeding penalties Chaos shaping playoff implications Challenging NASCAR onc…

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Options Pricing and the Greeks Explained 17:31

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Send us a text This episode explains how "Greeks" measure an option's sensitivity to market variables. These "Greeks" are Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega, and Rho, each representing a specific influence on an option's price. Delta indicates price change based on underlying stock movement, while Gamma measures the rate of change in Delta. Theta quantifies…

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Go Bowling at The Glen | Watkins Glen | Mash The Gas Podcast 32:40

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Jeff, Sky, and Kevin are back to break down Go Bowling at The Glen with in-depth analysis, bold predictions, and plenty of NASCAR passion. This week’s topics include: SVG’s Historic Win Shane van Gisbergen captures his fourth win of the season. Sets the record for most wins by a rookie in NASCAR Cup Series history. Ties Chase Elliott’s record of fo…

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Episode 85: What's the Deal with Speed Cameras? 30:57

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Dan and Jodi discuss the loathed speed cameras popping up everywhere, and how they’re not the cash grab many critics claim. If you have a question you’d like to ask our experts, email [email protected] and we will answer it in a future episode.By AutoTrader

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Iowa Corn 350 | Iowa Speedway | Mash The Gas Podcast 31:35

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It’s race week breakdown time, and Jeff and Kevin are in the driver’s seat for this episode of Mash the Gas! With NASCARSky returning next week, the guys take you through all the action from a sold-out Iowa Speedway at the Iowa Corn 350 powered by Ethanol. 🏁 Race Highlights: William Byron stretches his fuel mileage to the limit, grabs his second wi…

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Is Automated Options Trading Risky? 14:26

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Send us a text This episode explores the concept of automated options trading, addressing common concerns about its safety and efficacy. It identifies key risks such as technical failures, market volatility, and strategy flaws, while also offering methods to mitigate these dangers, emphasising the importance of reliable brokers and defined-risk str…

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Brickyard 400 | Indianapolis | Mash The Gas Podcast 33:50

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The trio is back to break down all the action from the historic Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway! Bubba Wallace ends a 100-race winless streak by leading 30 laps and holding off Kyle Larson to grab a crown jewel victory. We dive into what this win means for Bubba and 23XI, plus the significance of Indy’s market, fan attendance, and how …

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Episode 84: Do You Really Need That Enthusiast Trim for Your New Car? 40:32

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Dan and Jodi chat about when you should pay up for the faster, sportier, or more capable enthusiast trim for a vehicle or when the regular version would be just fine. If you have a question you’d like to ask our experts, email [email protected] and we will answer it in a future episode.By AutoTrader

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Option Profit & Loss Diagrams: P&L Secrets Explained 13:46

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Send us a text This episode focuses on understanding option profit and loss (P&L) diagrams. These diagrams are visual representations that illustrate how an options strategy's profitability changes based on the underlying asset's price at expiration. The hosts explain how to interpret these graphs, identifying key elements like break-even points, m…

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Toyota Save Mart 350 | Sonoma | Mash The Gas Podcast 34:27

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Welcome back to Mash the Gas – your go-to NASCAR podcast! This week, we’re diving into all the action from Sonoma Raceway in wine country, where Shane van Gisbergen (SVG) absolutely dominated once again. That’s three road course wins in his last five starts — and now he’s sitting 3rd in the playoff standings. Is SVG the greatest road course racer N…

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Episode 83: How to Make Public EV Charging Better 40:27

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Dan and Jodi discuss the issues plaguing the public charging infrastructure and suggest ways to make it better. If you have a question you’d like to ask our experts or ideas on how to improve the EV charging experience, email [email protected] and we will answer it in a future episode.By AutoTrader

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Chicago Street Course | Mash The Gas Podcast 34:47

1M ago34:47

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Sky, Kevin, and Jeff are BACK to break down all the madness from the 2025 Chicago Street Race! 🏙️⚡ Get ready for wild race recaps, driver drama, fantasy picks, and a look ahead to Sonoma 🍷🛞 This week’s episode includes: 🔥 Shane van Gisbergen dominates Chicago – his 2nd win of 2025, both on road courses! 🏆 SVG becomes just the 2nd driver ever (after…

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Quaker State 400| Atlanta | Mash The Gas Podcast 32:59

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This week on Mash the Gas, Jeff and Kevin go old-school duo as NASCARSky sits out due to technical issues. The guys break down all the action from the Quaker State 400 under the lights at EchoPark Speedway, where Chase Elliott thrilled the hometown crowd with his first win of the year — and second career victory at Atlanta. It wasn’t all smooth sai…

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The Best Options Trading Alert Service in 2025 | Up to 235% Annual ROI 20:05

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Send us a text This episode talks about options trading alerts. It details three distinct service tiers—each tailored to different trading styles, risk tolerances, and schedules, boasting verified historical performance and average annual returns. The hosts explain the criteria for a superior alert service, emphasising transparency, consistent resu…

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Episode 82: Unsafe Stuff You Do in Your Car All the Time 33:05

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With road trip season finally upon us, Dan and Jodi talk about all the unsafe stuff you probably do in your car all the time. You might be surprised by some of these dangerous driving habits! If you have a question you’d like to ask our experts, email [email protected] and we will answer it in a future episode.…

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The Great American Getaway 400 Presented By VisitPA.com | Pocono | Mash The Gas Podcast 26:10

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The team is back to break down all the action from the Tricky Triangle — Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pennsylvania! Chase Briscoe pulls off a masterclass in fuel conservation to hold off Denny Hamlin and capture his first win with Joe Gibbs Racing. That makes 11 different winners so far this season… could we see more than 16 before the playoffs? We…

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Tradier & Automated Options Trading for 115% Annual Returns 15:47

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Send us a text This episode focuses on Tradier, a US-based brokerage firm specifically designed for automated options trading through its API-first approach. It highlights Tradier's low commissions and its compatibility with third-party signal services like "Global AutoTrading" to facilitate hands-free investing. The hosts promote their "Monthly Tr…

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Russell Tabone’s Formula: Love People, Love Cars, Use VINCUE 43:27

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In this episode of Cue the Next Leader, host Michael Hopkins sits down with Russell Tabone, General Manager and Dealer Operator at CMA’s Hyundai of Lynchburg. From 19 years in the car wash industry to leading one of the most successful dealerships at Carter Myers Automotive, Russell shares his unconventional journey, and how he went from avoiding c…

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IV Crush: What It Is, and How to Trade It 14:32

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Send us a text This episode explains "IV Crush" in options trading, a phenomenon where the implied volatility (IV) of an option sharply declines after a significant event, like an earnings announcement or Federal Reserve meeting. The hosts clarify that IV is the market's expectation of future price movement, and it inflates option prices before suc…

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Viva Mexico 250 | Mash The Gas Podcast | Mexico City 36:25

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The crew is back to break down all the thrills, chaos, and strategy from the Viva Mexico 250 at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez! Shane van Gisbergen shook off pre-race illness to dominate the field, leading 60 laps and cruising to a 16-second win over Christopher Bell — officially locking himself into the NASCAR playoffs. Kevin, Sky, and Jeff unpack a…

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Episode 81: Features to Look for If You're a New Driver 33:09

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Dan and Jodi demystify what parents should be looking for when seeking a car for their new/young driver, and chat about some common misconceptions when it comes to safety. If you have a question you’d like to ask our experts, email [email protected] and we will answer it in a future episode.By AutoTrader

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Firekeepers Casino 400 | Michigan | Mash The Gas Podcast 36:26

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The trio is back to break down all the action from the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan! Denny Hamlin led just five laps, but strategic fuel management — and a close call with his gas man on pit road — earned him the win. Hometown favorite Carson Hocevar was once again in contention until a heartbreaking left rear tire blowout ended his day late …

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SPY Max Pain? What It Means and How Traders Use It 22:00

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Send us a text This episode discusses the concept of max pain in options trading, specifically relating to the SPY ETF. It explains that max pain represents the strike price where the largest number of options will expire worthless, causing the most financial difficulty for option holders while benefiting sellers. The hosts argue that while not a p…

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Cracker Barrel 400 | Nashville | Mash The Gas Podcast 36:26

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Welcome back, race fans! Kevin, Sky, and Jeff return to break down all the thrills, drama, and chaos from the Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway. Ryan Blaney finally parks it in Victory Lane for his first win of the season, while Carson Hocevar stirs the pot—did he wreck Ricky Stenhouse Jr. on purpose? We discuss the fallout. Denny Hamli…

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VINCUE + AutoAlert: Right Customer, Right Equity, Right Vehicle 29:04

3M ago29:04

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In this exclusive interview, VINCUE President Danny Zaslavsky sits down with Charles McDonald, Marketing and Brand Manager at AutoAlert, to break down the integration between two of the industry’s most powerful platforms. AutoAlert is the “OG of customer insights,” helping dealers mine their database for equity and lifecycle opportunities. Now, wit…

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Episode 80: Answering Your Most Asked Question: Buy, Lease, or Finance? 37:14

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Dan and Jodi demystify the differences between leasing, buying, or financing a car, the pros and cons, and what might work better for you. If you have a question you’d like to ask our experts, email [email protected] and we will answer it in a future episode.By AutoTrader

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Coca-Cola 600 | Charlotte | Mash The Gas Podcast 35:42

3M ago35:42

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The Mash the Gas crew is back to break down all the action from the Coca-Cola 600! Ross Chastain stole the spotlight, storming from a P40 start in a backup car to claim his first win of 2025. William Byron gave it a run but came up just short, while Denny Hamlin’s fueling issues cost him big. We dive into Brad Keselowski finally landing a solid fin…

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Buying Versus Selling Options 12:01

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Send us a text This episode explains the fundamental differences between buying and selling options, outlining the rights of the buyer and the obligations of the seller for both call and put contracts. It clarifies how buyers pay a debit for a right and sellers receive a credit for an obligation, impacting potential profit and risk. The hosts also …

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NASCAR All-Star Race | North Wilkesboro | Mash The Gas Podcast 35:11

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The trio is back to break down all the action from a packed All-Star weekend at the legendary North Wilkesboro Speedway! From the Friday night Cars Tour to the Truck Series showdown on Saturday, and a dramatic Sunday double-header featuring the All-Star Open and the main event, we’ve got it all covered. We dive into Carson Hocevar’s win in the Open…

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Episode 79: When to Buy a Car with Your Heart or Your Head 34:42

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Summary: We get it, buying a car can be hard. But it’s even harder when our emotions get in the way. Dan and Jodi chat about when to use your head versus your heart when buying a car and share some tips on how to make the smartest decision when buying a car. If you have a question you’d like to ask our experts, email [email protected] and we will a…

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AdventHealth 400 | Kansas | Mash The Gas Podcast 31:56

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The Mash the Gas crew — Jeff, Kevin, and Sky — are back in the booth to break down Kyle Larson’s absolute dominance at the AdventHealth 400 in Kansas. From the pole to victory lane, Larson dominated by leading 221 of 267 laps, sweeping Stage 1 and 2, and clocking the fastest lap of the race — a perfect points day for the No. 5 team. The team dives …

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Janssen Auto Group Runs 7 Dealerships Smarter with VINCUE 46:37

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Dave Janssen has been part of his family’s dealership group since 1998. What started as a single Chrysler store in McCook, Nebraska has grown into Janssen Auto Group, a seven-rooftop operation across four cities, representing brands like Ford, Honda, RAM, Chevy, and GMC. As owner and operator, Dave has led the group through steady, strategic growth…

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Art Moehn Cuts Days to Frontline Ready and Boosts Front-End Gross with VINCUE 33:49

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Charlie Spradlin, Sales Director at Art Moehn Auto Group, helps run three rooftops across Michigan—two Chevrolet stores and a Honda dealership. He’s been in the car business for just a few years, but he’s already made a big impact. After starting his career in retail with The Buckle, Charlie brought his leadership experience into automotive, quickl…

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Options Contract Specifics Explained 8:22

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Send us a text This episode serves as an educational resource for those learning about options trading, specifically focusing on the components of an options contract. It highlights that there are five key elements to understand: the underlying stock, the expiration date, the strike price, the option type (call or put), and the premium paid or rece…

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Wurth 400 | Texas | Mash The Gas Podcast 31:41

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Kevin, Jeff, and Sky are back in action to break down all the thrills, drama, and chaos from the Wurth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway. Fresh off the plane from the Lone Star State, Kevin and the team recaps Joey Logano’s long-awaited first win of the season—finally giving Sky a reason to ditch the orange hair! We dive deep into the evolving state of T…

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Stock vs. Options Trading Differences 8:47

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Send us a text This episode contrasts stock trading and options trading, highlighting the differences in their approaches and potential outcomes. While stock trading typically involves a single directional choice (buy or sell) and requires significant capital, the text explains that options trading offers more flexibility and potentially greater le…

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Episode 78: Could Tariffs Actually Decimate Canada's Auto Industry? 34:43

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Jodi and Sebastien discuss the state of the Canadian auto industry and the havoc U.S.-imposed tariffs are wreaking on car manufacturing and the market. If you have a question you’d like to ask our experts, email [email protected] and we will answer it in a future episode.By AutoTrader

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Jack Links 500 | Talladega | Mash The Gas Podcast 33:41

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Welcome back, race fans! Kevin and Sky are in the driver's seat for another action-packed episode of Mash the Gas! This week, the crew breaks down all the action from the Jack Link's 500 at Talladega Superspeedway, where Austin Cindric took the checkered after the longest green-flag run to the finish at a superspeedway since 2004. They dive into th…

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What Is an Option Contract? 12:12

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Send us a text This episode explains that an options contract is a legally binding agreement between a buyer and a seller. This contract grants the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to either buy (in the case of a call option) or sell (in the case of a put option) an underlying stock at a predetermined price (the strike price) by a specific …

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Spreads vs. Naked Options – What Professional Traders Know 11:43

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Send us a text This episode explores Spreads vs. Naked Options in the context of the inherent difficulties in accurately predicting the direction, magnitude, and speed. The hosts argue that buying or selling individual calls or puts is akin to gambling, exposing traders to excessive and undefined risk, particularly with naked options. Option spread…

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Episode 77: The Hottest Hot Takes from Our Car-Loving Friends 40:04

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Automotive journalists can have some pretty controversial opinions about cars and the industry in general. In this episode, Dan and Jodi ask their automotive journalist friends to chime in with their spiciest and most controversial hot takes. If you have a question to ask our hosts or want to share your own hot take, email [email protected] and we’l…

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Food City 500 | Bristol | Mash The Gas Podcast 35:22

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Kevin, Sky, and Jeff are back in the driver’s seat to break down the Food City 500 from Bristol Motor Speedway! Kyle Larson dominated the dirt-free half-mile, leading 411 of 500 laps and capturing an emotional back-to-back victory for Hendrick Motorsports following the loss of long-time team member Jon Edwards. The crew dives into the surprising la…

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Calls and Puts Explained for Beginners 19:41

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Send us a text Calls and Puts Explained for Beginners. This episode explains the fundamental concepts of options trading. Call options grant the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to purchase shares at a specified price within a certain timeframe, profiting when the stock price increases. Conversely, put options provide the right to sell shar…

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Goodyear 400 | Darlington | Mash The Gas Podcast 34:02

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Jeff, Kevin, and Sky are back in the driver’s seat to break down all the action from Throwback Weekend at the Goodyear 400 in Darlington! William Byron put on a clinic, leading over 240 laps, but a late-race caution—triggered by Kyle Larson spinning in the exact same spot he did on lap 4—shook things up in the closing laps. Ryan Blaney looked poise…

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Selling Monthly Options For Beginners 12:39

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Send us a text This episode discusses selling monthly options for beginners. It highlights a low-risk options strategy that employs one $10-wide bull put spread per month on the SPX, aiming for consistent profitability. The strategy boasts a long-term track record of exceeding market returns with a manageable risk profile, appealing to both novice …

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Episode 76: Do EVs Need Incentives to be Successful? 32:14

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Dan and Jodi chat about the controversial electric vehicle mandate and how incentives have affected EV sales. Does the success of electric vehicles depend on incentives or is there a world where people will buy them without rebates? If you have a question to ask our hosts, email [email protected] and we’ll discuss it in a future episode.…