Meet The Crew

Jim Tretow
Executive Producer / Host
Jim brings a lifelong passion for all things motorsports to the show. When not behind the microphone of our show, you can find Jim on MAV TV as a pit reporter and booth analyst for live broadcast coverage of the ARCA Menards Series, as the trackside voice of the Daytona 500, on the public address system for NASCAR events held at several speedways including Road America, and on the live webcast call of several premier short track events including the Slinger Nationals and Snowball Derby!
At the core of the program’s mission of providing local racers their time to shine, Jim keeps the fan’s interest at heart with his curious yet relaxed approach with show guests.

Dean Strom
Reporter/Co-Host
Dean brings years of experience behind the microphone at  Slinger Super Speedway AND at NASCAR tracks, including Michigan Int’l Speedway, Watkins Glen Int’l, Richmond Raceway and Auto Club Speedway. He is also deeply rooted in the area short track scene and is on the live webcast coverage on MidwestTour.tv. Dean enjoys covering all forms of racing for the show, including the popular short track report.
Dean has been around racing his whole life. His father Bill Strom was inducted into the Southeast Wisconsin Short Track Hall of Fame. Dean is also very adept at stepping into the host chair when Jim is on assignment.

Dave Schmalzer
Broadcast Engineer
Every program is on remote, which requires a lot of equipment and coordination. Dave’s input is invaluable to the show. The microphones, the broadcast equipment and overall sound and production of the show is his responsibility. The show would not hit the air without him.
He enjoys covering the NASCAR events for the show at Michigan International Speedway and Chicagoland Speedway. He is a diehard Richard Petty fan, with an extensive #43 collection.

Greg Lepine
Sales/Producer/Reporter
Greg is our go-to guy on many levels for the show. His role has grown from helping with the physical needs of the show to lining up guests, securing after-show giveaway items and building relationships with our valued advertisers and supporters. His outgoing and positive attitude infuses the show with energy both at the program and at the track.
Greg can also be heard on the show as a reporter, as he covers several short tracks and series.

Matt Rupena
Webcast Producer
Matt is a valuable member of the show staff, as he works directly with Dave Schmalzer our show engineer on getting the show on the air, he manages and directs the webcast, produces our Skype and phone guests, sets the lighting and more. Matt has a great attitude and professionalism, and jumps in wherever needed with knowledge and creativity.

Shari Prag
Webmaster/Social Media/Photographer
Shari brings her talents to the show each week with a positive, fresh approach. She is a go-getting multi-tasker!  Shari updates our website and posts guest updates on photos during the show on social media. Shari is an avid motorsports photographer. Check out her radio show pics and racing action shots on our website.

Sam Tretow
Associate Producer
Sam is responsible for working with Jim, Shari, Greg and Matt on coordinating guests and proper placement of guests and screen interface during each show. Social media sharing and timely posts are also among his valued contributions.  From set-up to teardown, he’s involved and aware of every aspect of the production of the show.