16 - Ronnie Thomas: $1,000 to Bring Out a Caution

<p>In the world of NASCAR racing there’s always been a game of give and take in the garage. Money is tight, and people need to make ends meet, even if it means cutting some deals.</p> <p>Ronnie Thomas raced in the Winston Cup Series throughout the late 70s and into the late 80s. His career was the ultimate racing catch 22 - he could drive but needed the money to prove it. Thomas details his career, fighting for a chance to make it in the Cup Series by any means necessary. He describes various “off-the-book” encounters with big named NASCAR champions asking for “help” on track in exchange for money thrown his way.</p> <p>It’s a story you won’t want to miss.</p>