Is a Ronda Rousey rematch around the corner? In Chapter 2 of Next Level, host Andrew Kurland and MMA fighter Miesha Tate discuss her famous rivalry with Ronda Rousey, along with the legacy it left behind. Miesha opens up about the emotions she felt during that period of time, and shares where she stands with Ronda today. Miesha also dives into her …

Miesha Tate is a former UFC women's bantamweight champion, and is credited as one of the first to put women's fighting on the map. Host Andrew Kurland sits down with Tate in Las Vegas, Nevada to discuss Miesha's upbringing, mentality and approach to fighting at the highest level. Tate details her day-to-day life as an athlete, the longest period sh…

In this second Next Level installment of our conversation with South Carolina Head Coach Shane Beamer, host Andrew Kurland and Beamer discuss the intensity of leading a college football program. Beamer details the 'whirlwind' experience of his first days as the head coach, the non-football related tasks that cross his desk, and the personality of t…

John Hunter Nemechek and Legacy MC team owner Jimmie Johnson jump on a bonus episode of Next Level to discuss John Hunter's move to the #42 car in the Cup Series in 2024. Host Andrew Kurland sits down with John Hunter to discuss his lengthy journey back to Cup, taking gambles, becoming a leader, job security and more. Kurland also sits down with Ji…

Shane Beamer is not your typical college football coach. Son of legendary coach Frank Beamer, Shane is revolutionizing the college football environment at South Carolina, and has transformed the program into a contender in the SEC. In Chapter 1 of Next Level, host Andrew Kurland sits down with Coach Beamer in Colombia, South Carolina to discuss his…

After accomplishing everything he sought on two wheels, Ricky Carmichael set his sights on a career in NASCAR. In part two of Next Level, host Andrew Kurland, and Ricky Carmichael discuss his departure from Supercross. Carmichael shares what went into his discussion about retiring, battling through injuries, and what recent accomplishment took him …

Ricky Carmichael is a 7x Motocross Champion and 5x Supercross Champion and is known to many as the greatest to ever ride a motorcycle in the professional ranks. In this first chapter, Carmichael and host Andrew Kurland dive deep into Ricky's upbringing and path to his Supercross stardom. Carmichael recounts moments of intense training, personal sac…

Mario Andretti is known as one of the greatest drivers of all time. But a sharp mind and a keen eye for finding the smallest advantages makes him one of the best all around racers to ever hit the track. In Chapter 3 of Next Level, host Andrew Kurland and Mario Andretti discuss stories of innovation and creativity among multiple disciplines of motor…

In the second chapter of Next Level, Mario Andretti, and host Andrew Kurland discuss his entry into the F1 world. He shares what it was like amidst the protest that kept him out of his debut race in Monza, starting on the pole in his first start at Watkins Glen, and the highs & lows of his 1978 World Championship season. Andretti and Kurland also d…

In the first chapter of Andrew Kurand's Next Level conversation with Mario Andretti, the two discuss Mario's early days growing up. After becoming a refugee in their own country, the Andretti's moved to America to seek new opportunities. After only a few days stateside, Mario and twin brother Aldo discovered their local short track, and the rest wa…

At the heart of every legendary broadcasting voice lies one indescribable characteristic that sets them apart from others. It’s a quality that can’t be faked or fabricated in any way and lives deep in their own soul. It’s passion. For decades, Ken Squier did what he loved, no question about it. In the final installment of our Next Level conversatio…

After a thrilling start to NASCAR’s television career, how do you keep the momentum rolling? For starters, you need a field full of those 'don’t give a damn drivers' daring enough to put on a show at high speeds on high banks across America. Petty, Earnhardt, and Yarborough made names and careers out of their reputation on and off the track and wer…

It took a perfect storm to propel NASCAR into quite literally the next level of entertainment in America. You needed heroes, villains, and above all, something for people to talk about. The 1979 Daytona 500 cooked up quite the storm, and left millions of new fans watching at home hungry for more. The two men on the call that day were none other tha…

It takes a special type of person to venture out and do things many others haven't. For some, it's the thrill of the risk that fuels their fire. For others, it simply just fits their personality. The extraordinary starts with ordinary people doing extraordinary things. This is where Ken Squier and Cale Yarborough fit into the story. In this fourth …

Bill France Sr. set out penniless with a dream to start a sport where the automobile was the star. His dream allowed names like Petty and Earnhardt to take center stage on the high banks of new, more daring tracks like the monster of Daytona International Speedway. How do you sell a dream this grand? You need people to buy into your vision as much …

Nestled in the hills of Barre, Vermont lies the quarter-mile, high-banked, asphalt speed bowl known only to fans as Thunder Road. 8,000 people gather every Thursday night to witness the best racing the state of Vermont has to offer. The roots of this iconic race track can be traced back to the one and only, Ken Squier. In the third installment of N…

At the heart of every great NASCAR story is the storyteller himself, and there are few as iconic as the legendary voice of Ken Squier. For two days the Dirty Mo Media crew set out to Squier’s home in Waterbury, Vermont to hear stories from the NASCAR Hall-of-Famer. In this first installment of Andrew Kurland’s Next Level conversation with Ken Squie…

Coming soon: The second installment of Dirty Mo Media's Next Level with Andrew Kurland. Andrew sits down with legendary broadcaster Ken Squier. The Dirty Mo crew traveled up to Waterbury, Vermont, and spent two days with Squier and talked about everything from the early days of NASCAR, to the iconic 1979 Daytona 500, and even why Vermont is "the gr…

Ahead of Jimmie Johnson's first Indianapolis 500, he sits down with Andrew Kurland on the debut episode of Next Level. This podcast version of the Dirty Mo Media YouTube series includes the full conversation and additional commentary from Kurland about his time with the seven-time NASCAR champion,Af Dirty Mo Media

Coming soon: Seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson lets us into his world ahead of his first Indianapolis 500 on the debut episode of Dirty Mo Media’s newest podcast, Next Level with Andrew Kurland.Af Dirty Mo Media

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Andrew catches up with Arizona native Michael McDowell after stopping by Phoenix to surprise two season ticket holders at their house by hand-delivering their tickets and to promote the upcoming Bluegreen Vacations 500 at ISM Raceway on November 10.Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew catches up with Martin Truex Jr, who discusses his relationship with Bass Pro Shops, recalls stories from working on the Clam boat and plays an entertaining game of "Over Under"!Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

This week Andrew chats with rising NASCAR star Ross Chastain, who goes in depth about racing triple duty, which Series is the most fun to drive in, and talks about the hardships he has faced in his career.Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew chats with Ricky Stenhouse Jr ahead of the July Daytona race. Ricky discusses his aggressive driving style, the art of side drafting, golf and his path on two wheels.Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew goes 1-1 with 2018 Champion Joey Logano. Joey discusses the time he lost is phone at the beach and plays a game of "Over under"!Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

While Inside the Garage will continue, it came down to that time for one final show in High School. Andrew brings back high school friends Matthew Coletta and Ben Shabaz to reminisce about the Checkered Flag Crew days.Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew chats with Team Penske's Austin Cindric, who talks Rolex 24, favorite tracks, and the weirdest racing dream he has had!Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew chats with young NASCAR Superstar Christopher Bell. Christopher breaks down the mentality of a racer, and shares the best intangible gift he has ever received!Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew goes off the wall in a fun interview with JRM'S Noah Gragson. He previews a potential prank on Dale Jr, working with JRM, and why he once ate a sardine!Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew chats 1-1 with Hendrick Motorsports' Alex Bowman. Bowman shares his new workout plan with Driver Coach Josh Wise, wonders his dogs make bad guards, and why William Byron should be in a choir!Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew goes 1-1 with 7-Time Champion Jimmie Johnson, who shares his experience from running the Boston Marathon, why he doesn't listen to music while running, and a fun game of Would You Rather!Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew catches up with Landon Cassill, driver of the 00 car for Starcom Racing. Landon discusses personal branding, work with NBC, and the weirdest racing dream he has had!Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland

Andrew introduces a new format to the Show, with more 1-1 interviews! The first conversation comes wit SHR's Clint Bowyer, where they discuss 24 hour racing at Sonoma, Clint's racing Dad mentality, and a fun game of Would You Rather!Af Inside the Garage with Andrew Kurland