Mac continues his conversation with high school friends Adam Alexander and Jake Query. Adam is currently the most prominent TV play-by-play voice for NASCAR, and Jake calls IndyCar racing and hosts his own sports radio talk show in his native Indianapolis.

What happens when two high school buddies with a love for sports media grow into household names in IndyCar and NASCAR? In this episode of Sunset Lounge, host Mac Engel sits down with longtime friends Jake Query and Adam Alexander for a conversation that’s equal parts nostalgic, insightful, and inspiring.

From running makeshift radio shows for fun to calling the Indy 500 and NASCAR’s biggest races, Jake and Adam share how persistence, mentorship, and saying “yes” shaped their journeys. Along the way, they reflect on the professors who believed in them, the internships that cracked doors wide open, and the friendships that never faded.

This isn’t just a trip down memory lane—it’s a masterclass in carving a career in sports broadcasting while staying true to your roots. Whether you’re chasing your own big break or just love behind-the-scenes stories from the world of sports media, this one delivers.

Chapters:

0:01 – Lifelong friendships & early career sparks in sports media 6:54 – The role of parental pride, validation, and mentorship 10:59 – High school broadcasting antics & friendships that stuck 19:11 – The legendary “mock Indianapolis 500” radio show 21:37 – Defining career moments in IndyCar and NASCAR broadcasting 28:31 – Sunset Lounge celebrates its anniversary with a big lineup 32:28 – The “Three V’s” & PhD of career success explained 35:54 – The power of saying “yes” and building lasting relationships 37:39 – Wrapping up: celebrating friendship, perseverance, and passion

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