Kaitlyn Vincie , a well-known NASCAR reporter for Fox Sports, recently shared a surprising truth about her early career fears. Speaking on Certified Oversharer, the podcast hosted by Samantha Busch, she revealed that she once dreaded interviewing Samantha Busch’s husband, two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch , during his peak “Rowdy” era. Her shocking statement that she’d rather interview a serial killer than face Kyle when he was angry left fans curious about just how intense things used to be in the NASCAR garage.
Kaitlyn Vincie on Kyle Busch’s intimidating peak years
The dialogue occurred in August 2025 when Kaitlyn Vincie participated on Samantha Busch's podcast. Though they have been friends for years, Kaitlyn and Samantha found past interviewing Kyle much easier.
She explained that early in her career, Kyle’s fierce competitive nature and short temper after races scared her. “He is an intense individual… I would rather interview a serial killer than him when he’s mad,” she recalled.
She admitted that when producers sent her to interview him after a tough race, she sometimes avoided the task by pretending she couldn’t find him.
Back then, Kyle was known for giving blunt or cold answers if he didn’t like the question. Kaitlyn learned to approach him with very specific, well-thought-out questions to avoid triggering frustration.
She also acknowledged that being interviewed right after a disappointing race can be tough for any driver, and she understood his reactions.
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Kyle Busch’s track record of tense interviews
Kyle’s “Rowdy” nickname came from his aggressive driving style and fiery personality. There were several high-profile examples of his frustration spilling into interviews.
In May 2017, after finishing second in the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, he ended his interview with “Nothing surprises me anymore. Congratulations,” then walked away. In March 2019 at Las Vegas, he gave brief, irked responses to multiple inquiries regarding a late-race event.
After employing an ableist slur in a post-race interview, he apologized and finished NASCAR's sensitivity training in 2021.
Over time, his approach has mellowed, and Kaitlyn Vincie no longer experiences the same dread she once felt. But her honest account reveals precisely how scary Kyle Busch could be for reporters during his most competitive years.
Kaitlyn Vincie on Kyle Busch’s intimidating peak years
The dialogue occurred in August 2025 when Kaitlyn Vincie participated on Samantha Busch's podcast. Though they have been friends for years, Kaitlyn and Samantha found past interviewing Kyle much easier.
She explained that early in her career, Kyle’s fierce competitive nature and short temper after races scared her. “He is an intense individual… I would rather interview a serial killer than him when he’s mad,” she recalled.
She admitted that when producers sent her to interview him after a tough race, she sometimes avoided the task by pretending she couldn’t find him.
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Back then, Kyle was known for giving blunt or cold answers if he didn’t like the question. Kaitlyn learned to approach him with very specific, well-thought-out questions to avoid triggering frustration.
She also acknowledged that being interviewed right after a disappointing race can be tough for any driver, and she understood his reactions.
Also Read: Leylah Fernandez Shares Surprising Dating News Ahead Of Cincinnati Open
Kyle Busch’s track record of tense interviews
Kyle’s “Rowdy” nickname came from his aggressive driving style and fiery personality. There were several high-profile examples of his frustration spilling into interviews.
In May 2017, after finishing second in the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, he ended his interview with “Nothing surprises me anymore. Congratulations,” then walked away. In March 2019 at Las Vegas, he gave brief, irked responses to multiple inquiries regarding a late-race event.
After employing an ableist slur in a post-race interview, he apologized and finished NASCAR's sensitivity training in 2021.
Over time, his approach has mellowed, and Kaitlyn Vincie no longer experiences the same dread she once felt. But her honest account reveals precisely how scary Kyle Busch could be for reporters during his most competitive years.
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