The Push To Pass Podcast

A weekly podcast dealing with all things IndyCar hosted by Derik (@DerikVance27958), Josh Roberts (@warrior0565) & Michael Munro (@MichaelDFMunro)

The Push To Pass Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Derik, with 52 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Derik hosts The Push To Pass Podcast, a sports show with 52 episodes published.

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  Episode #122

  Ep. 122 - 2026 Season Wrap-Up

  Sep 15, 20261h 8mS5

  In tonight's episode, Derik, Joshua (X - @warrior0506) & Michael (X - @MichaelDFMunro) are back together one last time in studio in 2026 to review the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Season. The 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season delivered everything fans could hope for—photo‑finish victories, breakout stars, dramatic championship swings, and the kind of racing that reminds us why INDYCAR is one of the most intense series in motorsports. In this season recap, we break down the biggest moments that defined 2026: Surprise winners and clutch performances that shifted the championship The standout rookies who made their presence known all year long Team battles, strategic gambles, and pivotal pit‑stop decisions The most unforgettable races on ovals, road courses, and street circuits How the championship fight evolved—and what ultimately decided it Whether you followed every lap or are catching up on the season’s biggest headlines, this video brings you the full story of 2026: the triumphs, the heartbreaks, and the relentless pursuit of speed that defines INDYCAR. Like, comment, and subscribe for more race analysis, driver features, and coverage of upcoming seasons! Watch the full recap and relive the action! Who impressed you most this season? Let us know in the comments! Like the video Subscribe for more INDYCAR news, race recaps and analysis Share your thoughts on whether the Freedom 250 should become an annual race! #IndyCar #P2P It’s all on the official IndyCar Podcast of Your News, the Push To Pass Podcast at 7 PM/ET! Don’t forget to like, comment, like and subscribe for more race recaps and IndyCar action!

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  Ep. 121 - Scott McLaughlin Ends Two-Year Winless Streak at Laguna Seca

  Sep 7, 20261h 17m

  On tonight's episode, the guys are back together in studio to discuss and analyze every angle of yesterday's Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey. The 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season came to a dramatic conclusion at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and the Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey delivered plenty of action from start to finish! Scott McLaughlin ended his long winless streak with a dominant performance, leading the way to Victory Lane while Kyle Kirkwood secured second place in the race — and second in the 2026 championship. Meanwhile, Alex Palou closed out another championship-winning season, while the battle behind him produced plenty of drama heading into the offseason. In this video, we break down: Scott McLaughlin's comeback victory Kyle Kirkwood's championship runner-up finish Alexander Rossi's return to the podium Alex Palou's fifth INDYCAR championship ⚔️ The battle for second in the championship The biggest moments and incidents from Laguna Seca What the 2026 finale means heading into the 2027 season Who impressed you the most at Laguna Seca? Let us know in the comments! LIKE the video COMMENT with your thoughts SUBSCRIBE for more INDYCAR news, race recaps, analysis and breaking stories Race: Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey ️ Track: WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca ️ Series: NTT INDYCAR SERIES Season: 2026 #IndyCar #MissionFoodsGP #P2P It’s all on the official IndyCar Podcast of Your News, the Push To Pass Podcast at 7 PM/ET! Don’t forget to like, comment, like and subscribe for more race recaps and IndyCar action! Subscribe to P2P's channel for all the latest: http://www.youtube.com/@pushtopasspodcast202 Follow P2P on socials! Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/@ptpcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/@pushtopasscast TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@pushtopasspodcast Website: http://www.twitter.com/@pushtopasscast © 2026 PUSH TO PASS PODCAST ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5594079644680192

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  Episode #120

  Ep. 120 - O’Ward Sweeps Milwaukee, Palou Clinches Fifth Championship

  Sep 1, 20261h 33mS5

  In tonight's episode, Derik, Joshua (X - @warrior0506) & Michael (X - @MichaelDFMunro) are back together in studio to review and discuss this past weekend's Snap-on INDYCAR Weekend along with previewing this weekend's season finale at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for the Mission Grand Prix of Monterey. What a weekend at the Milwaukee Mile! The Snap-on INDYCAR Weekend delivered nonstop action, dramatic strategy, changing conditions and a championship-defining finish. Pato O’Ward stole the spotlight with an incredible double victory, winning both races on Sunday and becoming the first INDYCAR SERIES driver since Rick Mears in 1981 to win two races on the same day. Meanwhile, Alex Palou made history by securing his fifth NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship, continuing an extraordinary run of dominance. In this video, we recap all the biggest moments from the weekend, including: Pato O’Ward’s historic doubleheader sweep The rain-delayed Snap-on Makers and Fixers 250 ⚔️ O’Ward vs. David Malukas in the dramatic finish Scott McLaughlin’s aggressive fuel-and-strategy gamble Alex Palou clinching his fifth INDYCAR SERIES championship The key passes, pit stops and race-changing moments from Milwaukee The biggest takeaways heading into the season finale at Laguna Seca From the first green flag to the final checkered flag, the Milwaukee Mile delivered one of the most memorable weekends of the 2026 INDYCAR season. Watch the full recap and relive the action! Who impressed you most at the Snap-on INDYCAR Weekend? Let us know in the comments! Like the video Subscribe for more INDYCAR news, race recaps and analysis Share your thoughts on whether the Freedom 250 should become an annual race! #IndyCar #Milwaukee #MissionFoodsGP #P2P It’s all on the official IndyCar Podcast of Your News, the Push To Pass Podcast at 7 PM/ET! Don’t forget to like, comment, like and subscribe for more race recaps and IndyCar action! Subscribe to P2P's channel for all the latest: http://www.youtube.com/@pushtopasspodcast202 Follow P2P on socials! Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/@ptpcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/@pushtopasscast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pushtopasspodcast Website: https://pushtopasspodcast4.wordpress.com/ X / Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@pushtopasscast © 2026 PUSH TO PASS PODCAST ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5594079644680192

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  Ep. 119 - Kirkwood Makes History With Dominant Freedom 250 Victory / Milwaukee Mile Preview

  Aug 24, 20262 min

  In tonight's episode, the guys are back. Derik, Joshua (X - @warrior0506) & Michael (X - @MichaelDFMunro) are back in studio to review and discuss yesterday's Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. along with previewing this weekend's doubleheader at the Milwaukee Mile. History was made on the streets of Washington, D.C. as the NTT INDYCAR SERIES took on the nation’s capital for the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix! Kyle Kirkwood delivered a dominant performance for Andretti Global, leading 128 of 147 laps and taking the checkered flag just over three seconds ahead of Christian Lundgaard. Will Power completed the podium in third. But it was far from an easy afternoon. Multiple cautions, several heavy crashes and late-race drama kept the field on edge—including a huge incident involving Scott McLaughlin while battling for the lead. Championship leader Alex Palou endured a nightmare day, finishing 20th after a drive-through penalty, a slow pit stop and a late crash. From the National Mall and Pennsylvania Avenue to the U.S. Capitol, the 1.7-mile street circuit provided a spectacular backdrop for 250 miles of IndyCar racing—and a truly unique chapter in INDYCAR history. In this video: • Kyle Kirkwood’s dominant victory • The biggest crashes and cautions • Palou’s championship setback • The late-race battle for the win • The inaugural race through Washington, D.C. • Highlights from an unforgettable weekend Who impressed you most at the Freedom 250? Let us know in the comments! Like the video Subscribe for more INDYCAR news, race recaps and analysis Share your thoughts on whether the Freedom 250 should become an annual race! #Freedom250 #IndyCar #P2P It’s all on the official IndyCar Podcast of Your News, the Push To Pass Podcast at 7 PM/ET! Don’t forget to like, comment, like and subscribe for more race recaps and IndyCar action! Subscribe to P2P's channel for all the latest: http://www.youtube.com/@pushtopasspodcast202 Follow P2P on socials! Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/@ptpcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/@pushtopasscast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pushtopasspodcast Website: https://pushtopasspodcast4.wordpress.com/ X / Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@pushtopasscast © 2026 PUSH TO PASS PODCAST ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5594079644680192

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  Episode #118

  Ep. 118 - Ericsson Ends Drought / Freedom 250 Preview

  Aug 18, 20261h 21mS5

  In tonight's episode, the guys Derik, Joshua (X - @warrior0506) & Michael (X - @MichaelDFMunro) are back in studio to review and discuss yesterday's Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham and preview the upcoming Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C. The first-ever Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham delivered a wild 90-lap NTT INDYCAR SERIES race — and a dramatic finish on the Streets of Markham. Marcus Ericsson came from behind late in the race to pass Romain Grosjean with just five laps remaining and capture the inaugural Markham victory for Andretti Global. The win was Ericsson's fifth career IndyCar victory and ended a 63-race winless streak dating back to his 2023 season-opening win at St. Petersburg. Romain Grosjean put together an impressive drive from 16th on the grid to finish second, coming agonizingly close to his first IndyCar victory. Will Power completed the podium after an incredible recovery from 25th on the starting grid. Alex Palou finished fourth after starting 11th, while Pato O'Ward rounded out the top five. Palou's result was particularly important for the championship, as he extended his points advantage after several of his closest rivals encountered trouble. The inaugural race on the 2.19-mile, 12-turn temporary street circuit featured multiple cautions, crashes and major swings in strategy. Pole-sitter Louis Foster led early but ultimately retired after an incident, while Kyle Kirkwood also suffered an early exit. Ericsson's decisive move came after he pitted from the lead with 21 laps remaining. He returned to the track in seventh on fresh alternate tires, charged through the field and eventually hunted down Grosjean. The winning margin was 7.5305 seconds. This video breaks down the biggest moments from the historic first IndyCar race in Markham, including Ericsson's comeback, Grosjean's heartbreaking runner-up finish, Power's remarkable recovery, Palou's championship drive and the final race results. Watch the full recap and let us know in the comments: Was Marcus Ericsson's late-race charge the drive of the day? #IndyCar #IndyMarkham #P2P It’s all on the official IndyCar Podcast of Your News, the Push To Pass Podcast at 7 PM/ET! Don’t forget to like, comment, like and subscribe for more race recaps and IndyCar action!

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