The Work Area Podcast

Episode 60 is stacked.

Todd Waddell joins Kurt McKain in studio to break down everything we’ve seen so far from USA vs WA Speedweek and the High Limit International, including how it’s played out on track, standout performances, and what to expect heading into grand final night.

We also run through the latest across:

• Sprintcars

• Speedcars

• Formula 500s

• Limited Sprintcars

• 360 Sprintcars

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Episode 59 of The Work Area Podcast brings together two key pieces of the puzzle - Brock Zearfoss behind the wheel and Brenton Puddey on the tools - for a relaxed but honest conversation about careers, pressure, and how opportunities really come together in sprintcar racing.

We dive into Brock’s journey in the seat, the highs that make it all worthwhile and the low points that test you, and how those moments shape a driver. On the ...

A monumental night in Australian speedway history.

Dan Golding Racing's Kaiden Manders stamped his name into the record books, sweeping both blue-ribbon events – the John Day Classic Speedcar Feature and the WA Sprintcar Title – in a performance we may not see again for a long time.

To break it all down, Kurt is joined in studio by speedcar ace Chris Dymock and wingless bandit Matty Fellowes. The boys dive into the moments that mat...

This week we sit down with one of the absolute legends of the Perth Motorplex pits – Andrew Priolo. AP opens up on where he’s at in his career right now, what the next three months look like for him, and the goals he’s locked in on chasing. We also rewind through his journey so far, breaking down the highs, the hard work, and everything he’s achieved in speedway to date. Speedway, family, mates, and hard work – that’s Andrew Pr...

Daniel Hartigan jumps in studio with host Kurt McKain for a full breakdown of one of the biggest nights on the WA speedway calendar — the King of Wings. We cover everything: Formula 500s, 360s, Limiteds and of course, the mighty 410 Sprintcars.

On the phone, Tom “Buddah” Payet joins us fresh off his South Australian Speedcar Title victory to talk through the weekend and what’s next.

We also catch up with Cody Nash, who takes us ins...

The biggest name you might not have heard of — Todd Waddell. One of the most dominant junior sedan drivers in Australian history, Todd went on to win in a Speedcar, a Sprintcar, and even stepped into Doorslammers.

But that’s only half the story. After hanging up the helmet, Todd became one of the most respected Speedcar crew chiefs in the country, and now he’s behind the wheel again — this time leading the Pigdon Racing Team #W7.

Guests: Keenan Fleming & Kaiden Manders Host: Kurt McKain – The Work Area Podcast

It was a massive weekend at the Perth Motorplex as Westernapolis and the WA Speedcar Title delivered non-stop action! 🏁 Joining us in studio are the top two finishers in the Speedcar Title — Keenan Fleming and Kaiden Manders — breaking down their 1–2 finish, Kaiden’s 3rd place run...

Episode 53 – Powerpalooza

The Work Area Podcast kicks off the season with an absolute banger. Powerpalooza delivered one of the wildest nights we’ve seen — packed with action, drama, and chaos. From hard racing and DQ’s to massive penalties and rear-of-field starts, nothing was off limits.

Host Kurt McKain is joined by Brandon Sharpe and Nick Rowe to break down everything that went down across all the divisions. If you missed the n...

In this episode of The Work Area Podcast, host Kurt McKain sits down with 3rd place in last years MTSS and the quiet achievers of WA speedway — Taylor Milling and Glen Beaton from TM25.

The boys might not chase the limelight, but when the helmets go on, they’re all business. They take us through a debrief of last season, the highs, the lessons learned, and what’s ahead as they prepare for another big year.

Get an inside look at one...

Host Kurt McKain sits down with Callum Williamson and Brodie Moller from Williamson Motorsport for a deep dive into one of Western Australia’s powerhouse sprintcar teams.

From the highs and lows of last season to the big plans for the year ahead, the boys open up about what makes their operation tick — the behind-the-scenes grind, the goals that drive them, and how they landed Corey Day to pilot the car at this year’s High Limits r...

Episode 50 – Kim Buswell

A massive guest for a massive milestone.

To celebrate 50 episodes of The Work Area Podcast, we’ve gone big — and it doesn’t get much bigger than Kim “Buzzy” Buswell. One of the most respected and recognisable names in Australian Sprintcar racing, Buzzy joins us for a deep dive into four decades of speedway, life, and everything in between.

Across three hours, he shares the highs, the heartbreaks, and the ...

In this episode, host Kurt McKain sits down with Matt Cochrane and Dayne Kingshott from Krikke Motorsport for a deep dive into one of Western Australia’s most professional and successful sprintcar teams.

The boys open up about last season’s highs and lows, what they’ve done during the off-season to lift their game, and what their expectations are heading into the new season. You’ll get a genuine behind-the-scenes look at the inner ...

Host Kurt McKain is joined by Morgan Melvin and Damon Lyall for a deep dive into one of the biggest nights at Ellenbrook Speedway — the Brian Rose Memorial.

In this episode, the team unpacks a thrilling 40-lap feature that saw Jake Hoath and Matt Iwanow go head-to-head in an unforgettable battle, with Hoath ultimately coming out on top. The discussion balances serious race analysis with light-hearted banter, offering listeners both...

This week I’m joined by Matt Iwanow, Nicholas Rowe and Dayne Kingshott as we break down everything from this year’s Chariots of Thunder.

From the action on track to the stories off it, we cover the highs, the challenges and the standout performances. Plus, we dive into our regular weekly segments for added insight and perspective.

A mix of sharp analysis, honest takes and plenty of laughs—this episode is a must-listen for anyone wh...