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BracketLife Broadcast

Published by Brandon Barker & Andrew Stirk

  • Leisure
  • Automotive

BracketLife Broadcast is a LIVE show hosted by bracket racers Brandon Barker & Andrew Stirk. Every second Tuesday, they discuss relevant drag racing topics geared specifically towards Canadian Drag Racers – and there is no topic off limits! Brandon & Andrew share their commentary and even bring special guests on the show who they believe are making a name for themselves in Canadian Drag Racing. If you're looking for entertaining content that will get you fired up about Canadian Drag Racing – all you need to do is hit play!

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  1. Imagine Your First Win Is For $50k with Bryan Campbell | Ep. 104 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Aug 12, 202657 min

    Imagine your FIRST winner's circle… holding a cheque for $50,000!!! That’s exactly what happened to Bryan Campbell – after he turned on the final win light at the 33rd Annual OG $50K event in Mid-Michigan a few weeks ago. Tune in as we sit down with Bryan to hear the full story! THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: DSE AUTOMOTIVE https://www.dseautomotive.ca/

  2. All-Star Shootout, Jr. Heads Up Racing, 5-Day Points Series + More | Ep. 103 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Jul 29, 20261 hr 16 min

    The 45th Bracket Bonanza Race at Luskville Dragway takes place THIS weekend! Catch up with Brandon & Andrew as they share details on all of the exciting new things that have been added to schedule this year! AND, of course adding our two cents in by "speculating" on what the heck is going on with this IHRA mess ...

  3. Mid-Season Progress Update & The State of the IHRA | Ep. 102 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Jul 15, 202640 min

    Brandon is taking over the mic for a solo episode – giving an honest mid-season update on his own racing program!He'll be breaking down what's been working, what hasn't, and the adjustments he's making as he looks toward the second half of the season. Whether you've been following his season or looking to better your own racing program, there's plenty to take away from this episode.AND since everyone and their mother is talking about it .... He will be diving into the current state of the IHRA, sharing his thoughts on what he hopes the future holds for IHRA racers, tracks, and the sport as a whole. THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: W.O. STINSON & SON LTD. https://wostinson.com/

  4. Racing For A Quarter Maillion Dollars with TB Promotions | Ep. 101 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Jun 25, 20261 hr 29 min

    Please help us welcome to the show – Brian Whitworth from TB Promotions!With pre-entries opening this Thursday for the 250K Race at US 131 Motorsports Park – we are excited to chat about what this event is going to look like + why you should be there! We will also be diving into all things promoting, what it's like to run big money bracket racing events at this calibre, and how they are handling timing system concerns. THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: DSE AUTOMOTIVE https://www.dseautomotive.ca/

  5. Taking a Look Back at the Last 5 Years (100th Episode Special) | Ep. 100 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Jun 3, 20261 hr 0 min

    100 episodes.What started with Brandon & Andrew talking about Canadian Drag Racing turned into something way bigger than we ever imagined!Over the last 5 years we’ve had the privilege of sitting down with racers, track operators, promoters, champions, and the people who make this sport what it is.We’ve talked wins, losses, late nights, long drives, family, sacrifice, big money races, grassroots racing, and everything in between.This show has never just been about racing.It’s about the people behind it.To every guest, listener, sponsor, and supporter that’s been part of this journey — thank you.

  6. Let's Go Bracket Racing | Ep. 99 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    May 6, 202651 min

    Brandon & Andrew are chatting about what still needs to happen for them and their racing operations before they go racing on May Long Weekend!

  7. Sustainability of Big Money Bracket Racing with Chris Gulitti | Ep. 98 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Apr 15, 20261 hr 20 min

    The future of big money bracket racing… is it sustainable?This episode we sit down with Chris Gulitti to talk about the reality of today’s big money bracket races — rising entry fees, massive purses, and the question nobody wants to ask…👉 Can the next generation of racers actually afford to compete?With so many young drivers coming up in the sport, what does the path forward look like without generational backing?THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: DSE Automotive https://dseautomotive.ca/

  8. Super Tour Points Changes, WSOPM, Gators + More | Ep. 97 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Mar 11, 20261 hr 9 min

    Andrew & Brandon are back for a solo episode tonight – talking all things Super Tour changes, WSOPM and Gatornationals Recap! THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: DSE Automotive https://dseautomotive.ca/

  9. All Things Drag Racing with Wes Buck | Ep. 96 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Feb 11, 20261 hr 12 min

    We’re excited to welcome Wes Buck, Founder & Editorial Director of Drag Illustrated and host of The Wes Buck Show, for a live conversation about all things drag racing.Brandon first connected with Wes this past December at the PRI Show after being named to the Drag Illustrated 30 Under 30 list. Now, we’re continuing that conversation and bringing you along for the ride.From industry insight and racer stories to the future of the sport, Wes brings a unique perspective shaped by years of experience and conversations with some of drag racing’s biggest names.This is one episode you won’t want to miss!

  10. Social Media Creator, Racer & Mama – Kendra Larson | Ep. 95 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Jan 21, 20261 hr 4 min

    Please help us welcome to the show – Kendra Larson! With over 23,000 followers, Kendra shares her everyday life as a mama to two young boys, and what it's like to race alongside her husband!We are excited to pick her brain about social media and the chaos of racing with family. THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: OGILVIE'S PERFORMANCE https://ogilviesauto.com/pages/ogilvies-performance

  11. 2026 = A New Drag Racing Universe | Ep. 94 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Jan 7, 20261 hr 11 min

    Team changes, sanction changes, track ownership changes, promotion changes, etc... We are waking up in a new racing universe as of January 2026 that we have never seen the likes of before in drag racing history!

  12. Your 2025 NHRA Top Dragster World Champion – Casey Plaizier | Ep. 93 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Nov 27, 20251 hr 16 min

    He is no stranger to the world of Drag Racing in Western Canada. Please help us welcome to the show, your 2025 NHRA TOP DRAGSTER WORLD CHAMPION - CASEY PLAIZIER! 🇨🇦 We are thrilled to be sitting down with Casey to recap his run at the world championship! As Casey shared online, this was a "fairytale end[ing] to an already storybook season" – and we can't wait to hear all about it! THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: OGILVIE'S PERFORMANCE ogilviesauto.com

  13. HOT TOPIC: Potential IHRA Schedule Leak? What Does This Mean For 2026? | Ep. 92 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Nov 10, 202542 min

    We've got a Hot Topic on our hands! After seeing a potentially leaked IHRA Schedule for 2026, Brandon & Andrew pre-recorded a special podcast episode to share their thoughts! Should HOT TOPIC'S be a new podcast segment? Let us know!!

  14. The Beginning of Off-Season | Ep. 91 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Oct 31, 20251 hr 4 min

    We are back after a 5-week hiatus tonight – thank you all for your patience as Brandon & Rachel welcomed their second daughter, Avery, to the world! With the off-season officially here for majority of us, Brandon and Andrew dive into an end of season review, including their own race results and whether they were successful in hitting their early season goals or not! THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: PRO-1 SAFETY CANADA https://pro1safety.ca/

  15. Finishing Off The Season Strong | Ep. 90 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Sep 24, 202559 min

    With only a few race weekends left on the calendar – it's time to make them count!! What is your game plan for finishing out the season strong? For those still chasing point series, how are we feeling?!Brandon & Andrew will be diving into their game plans for the remainder of the season & of course recapping all of the incredible race results we've been seeing! 🇨🇦 THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: Pro-1 Safety Canada https://pro1safety.ca/

  16. Entry Level Racing Discussions, Fall Racing Results + More! | Ep. 89 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Sep 15, 20251 hr 5 min

    Is Entry Level Drag Racing In Need of Saving? How many classes do we need that serve the same people, with the same cars, but isolate others? Brandon & Andrew are diving into this recent topic that has been trending online! Hear what they have to say! Plus all of your latest Fall Race Event Results – Bracket Super Tour (Fall Bracket), Fling at Norwalk + more! THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: SUPER TOUR https://www.bracketsupertour.ca/

  17. Airport Racing with 'Killer' Kyle Jessup | Ep. 88 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Aug 20, 20251 hr 2 min

    If you've ever been to an Airport Race in Northern Ontario, then you know who Kyle Jessup is! Following in his late father's footsteps, Kyle has made quite the name for himself as a Super Pro Drag Racer – continuing the Jessup legacy! After an exciting weekend racing in Chapleau Lake, Ontario – Kyle found himself in the finals on Friday night's Gambler's Race – and even more impressive – he took both entries to the final round to win the $10K Main Event Race on Saturday! Kyle joins the show with Brandon to discuss his successful weekend in Chapleau Lake and why he loves 'Airport' Racing!THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: PRO-1 SAFETY CANADA

  18. Top Alcohol Dragster with McKenna Bold | Ep. 87 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Aug 6, 20251 hr 8 min

    Canada’s very own, McKenna Bold joins our BracketLife Broadcast Show! 🇨🇦McKenna had her first ever Top Alcohol Dragster win a few weeks back — in her Diezel Excavating Top Alcohol Dragster for Randy Meyer Racing 🔥Continuing that momentum, she went on to bring home her second (back-to-back) win!🏆We can’t wait to hear all about it! THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: SUPER TOUR https://www.bracketsupertour.ca/

  19. IHRA Comeback, Andrew Wins $5K + MORE! | Ep. 86 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Aug 6, 20251 hr 3 min

    We are back after a 1 month hiatus and ready to dive into all of the BIG Race weekends that have happened (+ are coming up)! IHRA's Comeback, SIR (Saskatchewan) has announced their Fall Finale (twin $5K's) event, the NHRA Canadian National Open Series is set to continue this weekend in Napierville, Bracket Bonanza at Luskville is coming up + so many more events! THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS: PRO-1 SAFETY CANADA http://pro1safety.ca/

  20. Early Season Kickoff + Race Results | Ep. 85 from BracketLife Broadcast, opens in a new tab

    Jun 18, 20251 hr 6 min

    Two months into the drag racing season, and we've got a lot to chat about! Andrew is back on the show tonight, and the boys have a lot of race events to recap!

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