{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Ignition 06/01/2026","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/ignition-06-01-2026","audioUrl":"http://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2331799100-wforadio-ignition-06-01-2026.mp3","description":"WFO takes a turn into the darkness... The Patreon Crew discusses the passing of Kyle Busch. Denny Hamlin goes three-wide for the win at the NASCAR Cracker Barrel 400 from Nashville. Alex Palou gets his fourth win of the season at the IndyCar Detroit Grand Prix. The crew looks back at the Indy 500, F1 Canadian GP, and Coke 600. F1 heads to Monaco this weekend. Joe recaps NHRA's inaugural Potamic Nationals. Matt's Australia Report and Gio in Miami covers it all on SportsCollision, NHL and NBA Finals, NFL News, French Open tennis, FIFA World Cup, and even a little College Baseball playoffs. 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