Beyond the Bricks Podcast

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the career of Kyle Busch, who unexpectedly passed away back in May. They look back at his final wins of NASCAR, his two championships, and his two Brickyard 400 wins.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they have their annual Brickyard potpourri show! They start the show talking about practical jokes on Eddie Sachs, Tom Bealls, and Buddy Baker.  In the second segment, they listen to some tracks off the NASCAR Goes Country album from Buddy Baker, Bill Elliott, and Dale Earnhardt.  In the final segment, they listen to some more tracks off the NASCAR Goes Country album from David Pearson and Richard Petty.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the Indy 500 career of Scott Dixon with Chip Ganassi Racing with his lone win in 2008 and how he's been so close multiple times.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the origins of the Brickyard 400 and how it started with the tire test. In the second segment, they look back at Jeff Gordon being a five-time Brickyard 400 champion, and Dale Earnhardt's win in 1995. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they look back at Tony Stewart being a two-time Brickyard 400 champion, and how Richard Petty never got a chance to race in Indianapolis.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the closest finishes in Indy 500 history. They start the show looking back at this year's race now holding the record for the closest finish, with Felix Rosenqvist defeating David Malukas. They later look back at 1992 with Al Unser Jr. defeating Scott Goodyear, 2006 with Sam Hornish Jr. defeating Marco Andretti, and 2014 with Ryan Hunter-Reay defeating Helio Castroneves.  In the second segment, they continue their look back at the closest finishes in Indy 500 history. They look back at 2015 with Juan Pablo Montoya defeating Will Power, 1982 with Gordon Johncock defeating Rick Mears, and 2023 with Josef Newgarden defeating Marcus Ericsson.  Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their look back at the closest finishes in Indy 500 history. They look back at 2017 with Takuma Sato defeating Helio Castroneves, 2019 with Simon Pagenaud defeating Alexander Rossi, and 1997 with Arie Luyendyk defeating Scott Goodyear.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they have their annual carb night potpourri show featuring Kevin Olson, David Letterman, Jean Shepherd, and dealing with the police!   In the second segment, they continue their 2026 carb night potpourri show featuring an ambulance theft, a rabbit, and the dreaded Antares. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their annual carb night potpourri show featuring Teo Fabi and Sid Collins with his broadcast crew.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at former chief starters of the Indy 500, starting with Fred Wagner, Seth Klein, Bull Vandewater, and Pat Vidan.   In the second segment, they continue to look back at former flagmen of the Indy 500, continuing with Pat Vidan and his showmanship and him being an artist. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue to look back at the former flagmen of the Indy 500, with Duan Sweeney and Howdy Wilcox II.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they are joined with Paul Page to talk about his broadcasting career and taking over for the late Sid Collins. In the second segment, they continue their conversation with Paul Page and look back at his best broadcast calls. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they talk about the upcoming memorabilia show in Plainfield and their favorite bits of racing memorabilia.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they have their annual all-request night, talking about the Andretti curse, when IMS was an aviation depot during WWI, Wilbur Shaw’s pet lion, and a doctor driver. In the second segment, they continue their annual all-request night, talking about Kevin Cogan, Floyd Roberts, and Jim Phillippe.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their all-request night, talking about Sid Collins interviewing Cyd Charisse and MG Liquid Suspension Cars.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, Jake is allowed a much-deserved night off, so producer Landon Coons is stepping in! Mike starts the first segment of the show with 3X Indy 500 champion, Johnny Rutherford, to look back at his wins In the second segment, Mike is joined with Mike Provanzale of Heritage Auctions to talk about the racing memorabilia show this weekend in Plainfield. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Mike is joined with author Art Gerner to talk about his new book, “A.J. Foyt: Legacy.”

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the 1972 Indy 500, featuring record speeds and Jim Malloy. In the second segment, they continue to look back at the 1972 Indy 500 with the Mystery Eagle and the misfortunes of Wally Dallenbach. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue to look back at the 1972 Indy 500 with Mark Donohue taking the win.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at drivers with brief careers in the Indy 500, such as Ray Harroun, Lewis Strang, Alfred Moss, S.F. Brock, Harlan Fengler, and Art Bisch In the second segment, they continue to look back at drivers with brief Indy 500 careers, such as Sam Posey, Fabrizio Barbazza, Jim Hickman, and Al Holbert. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue to look back at one and done drivers in the Indy 500, featuring Mickey Rupp.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the 1991 Indianapolis 500, featuring Willy T. Ribbs making his debut and Rick Mears winning his historic fourth win.    In the second segment, they look back at the 2006 Indianapolis 500, with Sam Hornish Jr. passing rookie Marco Andretti on the frontstretch to steal the win.       Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they look back at the 2016 Indianapolis 500, as the 100th running of the race, with rookie Alexander Rossi winning with the help of an immaculate fuel saving strategy.     

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the stars of the ‘70s, such as Peter Revson and Mike Hiss.   In the second segment, they continue their ‘70s night looking back at Mike Mosley and Jerry Grant.      Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their look back at the stars of the ‘70s, such as Joe Saldana and Sammy Sessions.    

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they have a potpourri night and look back on Jim Burtubise’s 1966 Indy 500 victory banquet speech, Tony Bettenhausen Jr. answering phones, and Geoff Brabham’s safari. In the second segment, they continue their potpourri night and look back on a birds nest above Rick Mears’s garage, Mark Jaynes interviewing Buzz Calkins, and A.J. Foyt and Lloyd Ruby on the Breakfast at the Brickyard.    Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their potpourri night, listening to Ray Harroun driving the Marmon Wasp in 1961, a Lou Palmer track report, and Kevin Calabro with Teo Fabi.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at some old Indy 500 related commercials, such as Block’s Menswear, Coca-Cola, Continental Airlines, A&P, and more.    In the second segment, they continue to look back at old Indy 500 related commercials from Southern Plasa, Max’s Family Restaurant, Waffle House, and more.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue to look back at older Indy 500 related commercials from Guarantee Auto, Indianapolis Office Supply, Beef & Boards, and James Tavern.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the 1976 Indianapolis 500, with Johnny Rutherford getting his second win at the time, and Sid Collins’ final 500.   In the second segment, Jake and Mike look back at the 1986 Indianapolis 500 with Bobby Rahal getting the win. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike look back at the 1996 Indianapolis 500 with Arie Luyendyk’s track record run, Scott Brayton’s death, and Buddy Lazier getting the win.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the 1966 Indianapolis 500 victory banquet, with jokes from Sid Collins and Jackie Stewart winning rookie of the year. In the second segment, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1966 Indianapolis 500 victory banquet, hearing from Mario Andretti and Jackie Stewart, and the retirement of Rodger Ward.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1966 Indianapolis 500 victory banquet, hearing from Mel Kenyon, runner-up Jim Clark, and winner Graham Hill.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the 1966 Indianapolis 500, the fatal crash of Chuck Rodee, and the first lap crash taking out 11 of 33 cars. In the second segment, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1966 Indianapolis 500, the multiple Jim Clark spins and the dominant runs that ended up short for both Lloyd Ruby and Jackie Stewart. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1966 Indianapolis 500 with Graham Hill winning the race and Rodger Ward ending his championship racing career.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they remember the career of Alex Zanardi after his recent passing. They later look back at the 1951 Indianapolis 500 In the second segment, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1951 Indianapolis 500 and how the race went for Mauri Rose and Duke Nalon.    Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1951 Indianapolis 500 with Lee Wallard winning the race.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the best interviews from Sid Collins, from Paul Russo, Mickey Thompson, Masten Gregory, Andy Granatelli, Colin Chapman, and Charlie Brockman.    In the second segment, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the best interviews from Sid Collins, from Lorne Greene, Gus Grissom, Jayne Mansfield, and Ceasar Romero.     Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the career of Sid Collins and how he always showed love to the radio network.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the 1964 Indy 500 victory banquet, and how the celebration started off somber with the crash that took the lives of Eddie Sachs and Dave MacDonald. In the second segment, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1964 Indy 500 victory banquet, hearing speeches from Bobby Marshman, Jim Clark, Parnelli Jones, Walt Hansgen, Johnny White, and Lloyd Ruby.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1964 Indy 500 victory banquet, hearing from the then 2-time champion, A.J. Foyt.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they talk about the passing of Merle Bettenhausen. They later look back at names and voices of the past such as Emil Andres, Tony Bettenhausen, and Jimmy Daywalt. In the second segment, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the names and voices of the past, such as Freddie Agabashian, Bill Vukovich II, and Joie Chitwood. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the names and voices of the past, such as Duke Nalon and Rex Mays.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the career of Gary Bettenhausen with his father’s influence, his stock car experience, and his first year at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. In the second segment, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the career of Gary Bettenhausen with his 1972 Indy 500, a major injury from a crash, and his time with Penske.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the career of Gary Bettenhausen, with his 1980 Indy 500 and his time with dirt and hydroplane racing.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the career of Phil Krueger and Cliff Hucul. In the second segment, Jake and Mike look back at the career of Jim Hurtubise. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they preview ahead to future shows of Beyond the Bricks.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the career of Paul Goldsmith. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they share some good songs of NASCAR drivers Cale Yarborough and Richard Petty singing.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the early Indy 500 career of Salt Walther. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they share some good stories of Salt Walthers and him making a deal with Penske. They later talk about his brief acting career in Dukes of Hazzard and Rockford Files.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the early NASCAR career and brief IndyCar career of Tim Richmond. In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue their conversation about Tim Richmond and look back at some of his funniest and wildest interviews.    Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they talk about the end of Tim Richmond’s career, getting diagnosed and passing away from AIDS.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the career of Gordon Johncock, and how he achieved racing immortality in the 1973 Indianapolis 500. In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue their conversation about Gordon Johncock, how he nearly won the 1977 Indianapolis 500, his relationship with STP, and how he won his second Indy 500 in 1982.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they talk about the end of Gordon Johncock’s career and retirement.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they recap how the 2025 Indy 500 went, and talk about the passing of Mike’s mother and Indy 500 photographer, Ron McQueeney.   In the second half of the show, Jake talks to Mike about his overseas trip to the United Kingdom to see Oasis live in concert. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they talk about The Beatles relationship with Indiana, the Indianapolis 500, and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they celebrate a Carb Day potpourri themed show! They look back at the wing & wheel logo, the pagoda, and Dick Rathman.   In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike look back at a horrible race call and all-night race parties.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they talk about Mauri Rose and Tom Klauser.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at some of the greatest car owners, starting with Lee Elkins, Fred Gerhart, Grant and Doris King, and Mickey Thompson.   In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look at some of the greatest car owners, featuring some of the best female car owners, Howard Keck, Frank Arciero, and the Morales brothers.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue to look at some of the greatest car owners, finishing up with Roger Penske.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at some of their favorite racing memorabilia. They start by looking back at some of their favorite yearbooks. In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look at their favorite pieces of racing memorabilia, moving to beer signs. Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue to look at their favorite pieces of racing memorabilia, talking about albums, helmets, and photos

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at some important anniversaries, starting with 1925 and 1965 Indianapolis 500’s.  In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at anniversaries, now with the 1975 and 2000 Indianapolis 500’s.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their anniversary looking back at the 2005 and 2015 Indianapolis 500’s.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at some of their favorite montages.  In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue playing their favorite montages from the 1970’s to the 1990’s.  Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their montage Monday night playing their favorite ones from the early 2000’s. 

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at some of their most rare audio clips! They look back at some clips of Paul Page and Bob Jenkins  In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue their all-night race party interviews from James Garner!  Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their all-night race party, with how Mike King reacted to Steven Tyler’s National Anthem. 

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the early career of Donald Davidson.    In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue their look back at Donald Davidson’s career, including 30 cars for the 1947 Indy 500.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their look at Donald Davidson's career, especially with Bruce McLaren, car owners, and tire companies. 

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they take an all-request night! They look back at some audio of Ray Harroun.   In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue their all-request hour, talking about the funniest named drivers, pit stops, Lou Palmer, and Mark Donohue.   Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they continue their all-request hour, talking about chicken-themed cars and the worst call on The Talk of Gasoline Alley. 

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at some more of the greatest Indianapolis 500 commercials! They start by looking back at their favorite alcohol and grocery store commercials pertaining to the Indy 500.  In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike look back at commercials for books and albums that contain the Indy 500.  Then to wrap up another edition of the show, they look back at some of their all-time favorite Indy 500 commercials.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they talk about one of the greatest drivers and storytellers of all time, Mario Andretti. They first talk about how Mario got his start in racing in the U.S.  In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at when Mario Andretti owned his team.  To wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike look back at the 1969 Indianapolis 500, where Mario Andretti finally won the greatest spectacle in racing.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they celebrate movie night, and they look back at some of the best films that surround the Indianapolis 500. They start off by talking about the movies To Please A Lady and The Big Wheel.  In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at some of the best movies that surround the Indianapolis 500, looking at Winning and Grand Prix.  To wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike remember the late Gene Hackman who was an avid IndyCar fan and looking back at the movie Checkered Flag or Crash.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at one of the most historic Indianapolis 500 races, the 1977 edition. They look back at how Janet Guthrie made her debut at IMS.  In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1977 Indianapolis 500, with Paul Page taking over the mantle for the late Sid Collins  To wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike look back at how A.J. Foyt won his historic fourth Indianapolis 500 win. 

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at one of their favorite Indianapolis 500 races, the 1995 edition. They look back at how Penske struggled for speed, Robin Miller, and Jacques Villeneuve’s penalty. In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike continue to look back at the 1995 Indianapolis 500, with Michael Andretti, Jimmy Vasser, and Scott Pruett dropping out, and the duel between Scott Goodyear and Jacques Villeneuve, with Villeneuve achieving racing immortality. To wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike look back at the loss of Scott Goodyear losing out to Jacques Villeneuve in the 1995 Indianapolis 500.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, they look back at the early ownership of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike look back at the Eddie Rickenbacker era of his ownership of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. To wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike look back at when the Hulman-George family took ownership of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, Jake and Mike celebrate their 100th episode of Beyond the Bricks! They begin the show looking back at some of their favorite clips of Donald Davidson and Gene Kelly.  In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike look back on more of their favorite clips from Davey Hamilton, Sid Collins, and Back Home Again in Indiana renditions.   To wrap up another edition of the show, Jake and Mike look back at some of their favorite Indy 500 related commercials and songs.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, Jake and Mike look back at Sid Collin’s media coverage for the Indianapolis 500.   In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike talk more about Sid Collins covering the Indy 500. They also look back at his coverage of the 1950 Indianapolis 500.  In the final segment of the show, Jake and Mike talk about how impactful Sid Collins became to the Indianapolis 500.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, Jake and Mike look back at Jim McKay’s media coverage for the Indianapolis 500.   In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike talk more about Jim McKay covering the Indy 500. They also look back at the Indy 500 tape delay  In the final segment of the show, Jake and Mike talk about some of Jim McKay’s best calls with Jackie Stewart. They also look back at his calls from the 1982 & 1985 Indianapolis 500 

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, Jake and Mike look back at the 40th anniversary of the 1985 Indianapolis 500, starting with qualifying.  In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike talk about how the 1985 race started and progressed, including the infamous spin from Danny Sullivan.   In the final segment of the show, Jake and Mike talk about the finish of the 1985 Indianapolis 500, with Danny Sullivan passing Mario Andretti after spinning and winning the race. 

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, Jake and Mike talk about the 1955 Indianapolis 500 race being incredibly cold compared to incredibly hot in 1953 and 1954. They also talk about Dinah Shore singing Back Home Again in Indiana and how oddly prophetic Sid Collins was during the race.   In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike talk about how surreal the 1955 Indianapolis 500 was, and the battle between Jack McGrath and Bill Vukovich. They later talk about the unfortunate fate that Vukovich was involved in a fatal crash while in a quest for his third straight Indy 500.   In the final segment of the show, Jake and Mike talk about the finish of the 1955 Indianapolis 500, with Bob Sweikert finally achieving racing immortality.  

Tonight, on Beyond the Bricks with Jake Query and Mike Thomsen, Jake and Mike talk about the recent passing of former IMS Radio Network announcer, Larry Henry. They look at his best calls from the ‘80s through the ‘90s.   In the second half of the show, Jake and Mike talk about this year being the first Indy 500 without the late and great Parnelli Jones. They look back at his journey to Indianapolis and finally winning it all in 1963.   In the final segment of the show, Jake and Mike talk about how Parnelli Jones raced after his lone 500 win and how the 1967 race really affected him.