Latest Episodes
315 - Justin Allgaier: Gettin' Chippy
September 15, 2020
- 1:41:21
Back at the table, Dale Earnhardt Jr. brings in one of his drivers, Justin Allgaier, who brings truth and transparency like we've never...
314 - Ernie Irvan: Cheating Death
September 8, 2020
- 1:55:35
Legendary NASCAR racer Ernie Irvan lived to tell his story, barely, and joins the Download for a tell-all interview with Dale Earnhardt...
313 - Ross Chastain: Straight Outta 1976
September 1, 2020
- 1:13:43
Dale Earnhardt Jr. brings one of NASCAR's hottest young stars, Ross Chastain, to announce a throwback that lights up the Download. The...
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NASCAR’s 15-time Most Popular Driver and winner of two Daytona 500s, Dale Earnhardt Jr., hosts his very own podcast, The Dale Jr Download on Dirty Mo Media. Earnhardt and co-host Mike Davis raise the bar with unparalleled perspective, candid commentary, and fascinating, first-person insight into the life of a broadcaster, celebrated racer.
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315 - Justin Allgaier: Gettin' Chippy
September 15, 2020
- 1:41:21
Back at the table, Dale Earnhardt Jr. brings in one of his drivers, Justin Allgaier, who brings truth and transparency like we've never...
314 - Ernie Irvan: Cheating Death
September 8, 2020
- 1:55:35
Legendary NASCAR racer Ernie Irvan lived to tell his story, barely, and joins the Download for a tell-all interview with Dale Earnhardt...
313 - Ross Chastain: Straight Outta 1976
September 1, 2020
- 1:13:43
Dale Earnhardt Jr. brings one of NASCAR's hottest young stars, Ross Chastain, to announce a throwback that lights up the Download. The...
312 - Chocolate Myers: Tough Customers
August 26, 2020
- 1:48:55
Dale Earnhardt Jr and co-host Mike Davis are joined by legendary NASCAR crew member, the great Danny “Chocolate” Myers, for a colorful...
311 - Jimmie Johnson: 7X3= Perfection
August 19, 2020
- 1:34:00
7-time NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson joins Dale Earnhardt Jr. for an exclusive reveal of a special tribute scheme to fellow 7-timers...
310 - James Hinchcliffe & Jeff Dickerson: Risk Everything
August 12, 2020
- 1:49:33
Dale Earnhardt Jr. brings a double-dose of guest badassery to the show with an Indycar star that cheated death, and an agent turned car...
309 - Rodney Childers: Three-Wide in an S10
August 4, 2020
- 1:47:15
Childhood friends Dale Earnhardt Jr. and NASCAR Championship Crew Chief Rodney Childers reconnect about racing, crew chiefing and...
308 - Robby Gordon: Don't Get Even, Get Ahead!
July 28, 2020
- 1:24:57
The man only knows one speed in racing and in life; Robby Gordon joins Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the Download. Dale Jr.& Robby discuss the...
307 - Ray Evernham: Creative Genius
July 21, 2020
- 1:52:25
One of the most innovate individuals to ever grace the NASCAR garage, Hall of Fame Crew Chief Ray Evernham joins Dale Earnhardt Jr on...
306 - Mark Martin (Part Two): Respect & Integrity
July 14, 2020
- 1:25:14
Part-two of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s in-depth interview with Mark Martin is just the tip of the iceberg of this action packed episode. Dale...
305 - Mark Martin (Part One): I Race, That's What I Do
July 7, 2020
- 1:40:35
Finally! NASCAR Hall of Famer Mark Martin joins Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the Download for the first time. The former Hendrick Motorsports...
304 - Paul Morris: Burnouts at the Bar
June 30, 2020
- 1:56:06
G'day mate! Dale Earnhardt Jr. brings in his good friend from down under, Australian racecar driver Paul Morris, to turn the show upside...
303 - Dale Jarrett & Red Farmer: Elite Company
June 24, 2020
- 1:05:20
Dale Earnhardt Jr. checks in with two very intriguing guests, NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Jarrett and fellow 2021 Inductee Red Farmer, on...
302 - Dale Jr.'s Hall of Fame Moment
June 17, 2020
- 1:15:40
An emotional Dale Earnhardt Jr., surrounded by his family, finds out that he will forever be enshrined in the NASCAR Hall of Fame as a...
301 - It's Time to Take a Stand
June 9, 2020
- 1:15:55
Dale Earnhardt Jr. has a lot on his mind after a busy week of news in the country and in racing. He and co-host Mike Davis cover...
300 – Bubba Wallace: We’ve Got to Change Our Ways
June 3, 2020
- 1:28:13
On the 300th episode of The Dale Jr. Download, Bubba Wallace joins Dale Earnhardt Jr. to discuss the ongoing racial tensions playing out...
299 – Marcus Smith: First Sport with Fans Back
May 27, 2020
- 1:11:37
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined by Speedway Motorsports CEO Marcus Smith, who opens up about NASCAR’s return to action from a track owner’s...
298 - Kurt Busch: Career Comeback
May 19, 2020
- 1:26:34
Kurt Busch joins Dale Earnhardt Jr. for a wide-ranging conversation about the veteran’s racing career. The Chip Ganassi Racing driver...
297 - Matt Kenseth: Never Retired
May 12, 2020
- 1:24:27
Dale Earnhardt Jr hangs out with old friend Matt Kenseth, as he makes a comeback behind the wheel when NASCAR returns to racing. T he...
296 - Steve Phelps: First Sport to Come Back
May 5, 2020
- 51:53
As NASCAR returns from the pause of the pandemic, Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with NASCAR President Steve Phelps for a behind the...
295 - Doug Richert: Duffel Bag Doug
April 28, 2020
- 1:56:15
He won a championship, as a crew chief, with Dale Earnhardt at the age of 20. Now Doug Richert sits down with Dale Earnhardt Jr and...
294 - David Allen: Untold Earnhardt Stories
April 21, 2020
- 2:10:05
Never before stories of Dale Earnhardt. Special guest David Allen surprises Dale Earnhardt Jr. and co-host Mike Davis with tales of...
293 - Roger Penske: The Captain
April 14, 2020
- 1:51:01
Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s exclusive interview with the great Roger Penske. The two discuss Roger's racing career, dealing with the Rusty...
292 - Kelley Earnhardt Miller: A New Chapter
April 7, 2020
- 1:34:23
From childhood scars, therapy to leading a Championship winning NASCAR team, Kelley Earnhardt Miller joins her brother Dale Earnhardt...
291 - Kyle Busch / Isla Earnhardt: Crashing the Party
March 31, 2020
- 1:17:32
Who wrecked who? Dale Earnhardt Jr. brings Kyle Busch on the show to discuss the Texas iRacing Pro Invitational & more. The two rivals...
290 - Denny Hamlin: Momentary Normalcy
March 24, 2020
- 1:16:51
From the comfort and safety of home, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the DJD gang got together, but not too close, to record a show. A day after...
289 - Kyle Petty: No Regrets
March 17, 2020
- 1:26:18
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Kyle Petty sit down to discuss navigating life with famous fathers and the expectations that helped shape their...
288 - Ken Schrader: The Best Week Ever!
March 11, 2020
- 1:47:55
The episode you've been waiting for! Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes racing legend Ken Schrader to the table of truth. For the first time...
287 - James Finch: Rednecks & Elitists
March 4, 2020
- 1:43:45
He has been described as "An American badass and a true redneck icon," and now Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with James Finch for a...
286 - Rick Mast: Just Glad to be Alive
February 25, 2020
- 2:02:44
Dale Earnhardt Jr. clears the air with Rick Mast about the driver's unknown start to a racing career and the carbon monoxide poisoning...
285 - Kyle Larson & Noah Gragson: Daytona Aftermath
February 19, 2020
- 1:51:59
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and co-host Mike Davis address a crazy Daytona 500 that included a horrific last-lap crash with Ryan Newman. Then,...
Bonus - Live from Daytona
February 15, 2020
- 1:43:42
Dale Earnhardt Jr and co-host Mike Davis go live at the Team Chevy Experience at Daytona International Speedway in front of a studio...
284 - Humpy Wheeler: The Ringmaster
February 11, 2020
- 2:17:17
Dale Earnhardt Jr. rolls out the red carpet on the 2020 debut by bringing in the ultimate ringmaster, legendary racing promoter H.A....
283 - Kyle Busch: The Champ & the Best of the DJD
November 18, 2019
- 1:59:38
In the season finale, Dale Earnhardt Jr gets an exclusive sit down with NASCAR Cup Champion Kyle Busch. Dale and co-host Mike Davis...
282 - Kenny Wallace: Therapy
November 12, 2019
- 1:59:00
A colorful and candid sit down between Dale Earnhardt Jr and Kenny Wallace takes you on a journey from being dirt poor in Missouri to...
281 - David Hobbs: Paddock to Telly
November 5, 2019
- 2:22:37
Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with one of his favorites, legendary racer and broadcaster David Hobbs, to discuss the most important race...
280 - Ricky Rudd: Stand Your Ground
October 28, 2019
- 1:54:43
Dale Earnhardt Jr sits down with one of the toughest drivers in NASCAR history, Ricky Rudd. They discuss Ricky's Clash crash, and why he...
279 - Richard Petty: The King
October 22, 2019
- 1:57:21
An interview fit for a King! Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with The King, Richard Petty. The two discuss Petty and NASCAR's humble...
278 - Jeff Burton: Respect Me
October 15, 2019
- 1:49:54
Dale Earnhardt Jr. meets with the Mayor, Jeff Burton, to talk about his racing family and a journey from backyard, to race track, to...
277 - Bubba Wallace: The Battle Within
October 8, 2019
- 1:59:54
In a powerful interview, Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets Bubba Wallace to open up about how the young driver handles conflict and his brave...
276 - Marcus Smith: Crazy Idea Club
October 1, 2019
- 1:46:14
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and good friend Marcus Smith get deep about big ideas for the sport, past failures and free-thinking futures. Smith...
275 - Rick Hendrick: I'm Not Gonna Let Him Fail
September 24, 2019
- 1:52:48
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Rick Hendrick get together for a much-anticipated tell-all interview. The driver and his former boss discuss Mr....
274 - Ron Hornaday: Not Over It
September 17, 2019
- 2:16:48
Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with a racer's racer, NASCAR Hall-of-Famer Ron Hornaday. The former teammates talk about Ron's rough...
273 - Jimmie Johnson: I'm Not Done Yet
September 9, 2019
- 1:55:37
Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with seven-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Jimmie Johnson. The former teammates discuss Jimmie missing the...
272 - Brad Keselowski: I Just Wanna Win
September 4, 2019
- 2:10:05
Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns from the driver's seat to sit down with his former driver, NASCAR Champion Brad Keselowski. The two discuss...
271 - Matt DiBenedetto: Racing For My Life
August 26, 2019
- 1:59:07
Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns to the studio in this packed episode and gets deep with NASCAR racer Matt DiBenedetto. They talk about why...
270 - William Byron: The Next Big Thing
August 19, 2019
- 1:39:27
Dale Earnhardt Jr. precedes the show with a personal message regarding last week’s plane crash. Then on this episode, Dale digs deep to...
269 - Harry Gant: The Bandit
August 13, 2019
- 2:17:09
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets to know the racer they called "The Bandit," Harry Gant. They discuss the legend's many nicknames, his long path...
268 - Dave Marcis: The Independent
August 6, 2019
- 1:55:34
Dale Jr. spends quality time with the last great independent, Dave Marcis, to tell the tale of doing it his own way. The NASCAR Legend...
267 - Chase Elliott: Dawsonville Boy
July 29, 2019
- 1:40:45
Two of NASCAR's All-time Most Popular Drivers, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Chase Elliott, sit down to talk about small-town life and racing....
266 - Martha Earnhardt: Mammaw's Story
July 23, 2019
- 1:48:04
Dale Earnhardt Jr. spends precious time in conversation with his grandmother, the matriarch of the Earnhardt racing legacy, Martha...
265 - Dale Jarrett: Betting On Myself
July 16, 2019
- 2:36:39
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets Dale Jarrett to open up about his unlikely journey from high school athlete to NASCAR Hall of Famer. Jarrett's...
264 - Gary Balough: Racing, Fighting & Smuggling
July 8, 2019
- 1:52:03
Dale Earnhardt Jr has called it “one of the most fascinating stories in all of Motorsports,” and now sits down with Legendary racer Gary...
263 - Hailie Deegan: Bump n' Run
July 2, 2019
- 1:54:06
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and co-host Kelley Earnhardt Miller get to know young female racer Hailie Deegan. A conversation about owning her...
262 - Kelley Earnhardt Miller: We Saved Each Other
June 24, 2019
- 2:10:17
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and sister Kelley Earnhardt Miller open up about their journey together from a tumultuous childhood to running a...
261 - Simon Pagenaud: French Kiss the Bricks
June 18, 2019
- 2:18:30
Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s candid and hilarious sit down with Indianapolis 500 winner Simon Pagenaud. The two racers discuss drinking the...
260 - Coach Joe Gibbs: Redskins n' Racing
June 11, 2019
- 2:17:24
Dale Earnhardt Jr. hangs out with his hero, NFL and NASCAR Hall of Famer Joe Gibbs. The two discuss their beloved Washington Redskins, a...
259 - Michael Waltrip: The Cruelest Thing
June 4, 2019
- 2:13:50
An emotional interview between teammates Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Michael Waltrip, forever bonded in triumph and tragedy. The two discuss...
258 - Stone Cold Steve Austin: Drink Beer & Raise Hell
May 28, 2019
- 1:37:34
From beer bashing to bleeding, Stone Cold Steve Austin sits down with Dale Earnhardt Jr. for this tell-all interview. They discuss the...
Bonus - American Hero: Navy SEAL Jon Tumilson
May 24, 2019
- 23:52
From mischievous boy to American hero, the incredible story of Navy SEAL Jon Tumilson as told by his sisters Kristie and Joy to the Dale...
257 - Mike Helton: Both of Y'all Hush
May 21, 2019
- 2:15:52
Dale Earnhardt Jr and NASCAR Vice Chairman Mike Helton get in depth about the future of the sport, his relationship with the...
256 - Martin Truex Jr.: Fight Like Hell
May 13, 2019
- 2:06:06
Dale Earnhardt Jr. hangs with good friend Martin Truex Jr. to chat about his path from clammer to NASCAR Champion. The duo discusses...
255 - Amy Earnhardt: Maximum Security
May 7, 2019
- 1:51:17
Amy Earnhardt joins her husband to give the inside scoop on Dale Jr.’s Kentucky Derby Day. The DJD gang discusses the controversial...
254 - The John Force Jr. Download
April 30, 2019
- 2:09:43
Hang on tight as Dale Earnhardt Jr talks to the legendary drag racer John Force in this out of control interview. The 16-time NHRA Champ...
253 - Will Power: The One Punch Rule
April 23, 2019
- 1:58:39
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and IndyCar Champion Will Power hang out to talk about the Indy 500, IndyCar safety, fan accessibility, the Aussie...
252 - Clint Bowyer: Puke n' Rally
April 16, 2019
- 1:47:25
Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with NASCAR wild-man Clint Bowyer to talk about racing, partying, saving a pig, putting Jeff Gordon in a...
251 - Richard Childress: Hold My Watch
April 8, 2019
- 1:50:48
Richard Childress opens up to Dale Earnhardt Jr. about his relationship with the Intimidator, run-ins with Geoff Bodine, "The Great...
250 - Steve Phelps: We've Made Some Mistakes
April 2, 2019
- 1:48:15
A candid interview with NASCAR President Steve Phelps.
249 - Rival Rusty
March 25, 2019
- 1:47:12
A very honest interview with one of Dale Earnhardt's greatest rivals, NASCAR Champion Rusty Wallace.
248 - He Stood on the Gas (feat. Kirk Shelmerdine)
March 19, 2019
- 1:46:28
Legendary crew chief Kirk Shelmerdine joins Dale Jr. for a revealing interview and more.
247 - The Healing Begins with Steve Park
March 12, 2019
- 1:51:45
Steve Park joins Dale Earnhardt Jr. for this emotional yet fun episode.
246 - The Earnhardt Name (feat. Jeffrey Earnhardt)
March 4, 2019
- 1:11:13
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined by nephew, NASCAR racer Jeffrey Earnhardt.
245 - Young Ryan Blaney
February 25, 2019
- 1:26:05
NASCAR young gun Ryan Blaney joins Dale Earnhardt Jr. for a frosty beverage and fun conversation.
244 - The Smoke Show
February 19, 2019
- 1:41:28
A no holds barred Dale Jr. Download with guest Tony Stewart
243 - Growing Up Eury
February 11, 2019
- 1:59:33
The season debut of the Dale Jr. Download
242 - Jeff Gordon: "I'm the Opposite of That"
December 13, 2018
- 1:29:11
Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with Jeff Gordon to talk candidly about his career, their rivalry and trying not to be intimidated by The...
241 - An Earnhardt Thanksgiving
November 20, 2018
- 1:28:45
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the DJD guys have a lot to be thankful for, including guest Tyler Reddick's championship. They discuss the rough...
240 - Chastain: A Self-Made Story
November 13, 2018
- 1:49:58
Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with Ross Chastain about the amazing journey that led to a full-time ride with Chip Ganassi Racing in 2019....
239 - Mistakes and Accusations
November 6, 2018
- 1:18:08
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the Download guys get fiery about NASCAR’s blunder, Aric Almirola throwin' shade towards Logano, strong rules...
238 - Talk Like Earnhardt, Drive Like Mark Martin
October 30, 2018
- 1:02:40
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and guys download about the controversial finish between Joey Logano and Martin Truex Jr at Martinsville and Roger...
237 - Books, Banjos n' Stolen Shoes
October 23, 2018
- 1:02:10
Dale Earnhardt Jr and the DJD guys hang out in the Axalta Studio to discuss the Kansas elimination race, being on the sidelines at an...
236 - Raw Emotional Stuff w/ Ryan McGee
October 16, 2018
- 1:31:06
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Ryan McGee discuss their new book "Racing to the Finish, My Story." They touch on the challenges, fears and...
235 - Virtual Reality and the Voodoo Man
October 9, 2018
- 1:17:30
Dale Earnhardt Jr and the guys kick back on the couch to chat about a Dover, a Pittsburgh pleasure, facing your fears, the greatest...
234 - Acts of Desperation
October 2, 2018
- 1:02:59
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the DJD guys discuss all angles of the ROVAL and how it may save Charlotte Motor Speedway, the last lap melee...
233 - Bad Stickers and Dry Pickles
September 18, 2018
- 1:03:10
Dale Earnhardt Jr and the DJD guys tackle a crazy Vegas weekend on track and in the boxing ring. Dale gets honest on the new NASCAR...
232 - Up in that Brickyard Deer Stand
September 12, 2018
- 1:02:36
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the DJD guys discuss an unusual Indianapolis weekend that saw Dale driving the pace car, fenced-in upon...
231 - Kahne and Krispy Livermush
August 28, 2018
- 1:14:35
Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes Kasey Kahne to the show for talk about retirement, Sprint Cars, and the Yachtie life. The #DJD guys also...
230 - Surprise... It's Sadler!
August 21, 2018
- 58:02
Longtime friend and veteran NASCAR driver Elliott Sadler joins Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the couch and gets deep about his retirement...
229 - Texas Terry
August 14, 2018
- 1:10:58
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Terry Labonte discuss the NASCAR Legend’s noted run-ins with The Intimidator at Bristol, cancelled hunting trips,...
228 - There's a Feeling In the Air
August 7, 2018
- 1:13:32
Dale Earnhardt Jr. addresses the news about NASCAR CEO Brian France. The #DJD welcomes guest Alex Bowman to discuss his career, contract...
227 - Super Friends & Superwaxers
July 31, 2018
- 1:21:00
Dale Earnhardt Jr. brings his old friend Brad Means on to tell tales of growing up at the track, getting into mischief, knockin' over...
226 - Pickles, Smokes n' Sandpaper
July 24, 2018
- 1:04:06
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the DJD guys download after a New Hampshire trip about Kevin Harvick’s attitude, the three-man booth, Rick...
225 - Earnhardt Awesomeness
July 17, 2018
- 1:06:12
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets a big surprise and some new/old swag. The #DJD guys tell stories of Dale Sr, biting a teacher and beating up a...
224 - Ring Ring… Heyyyy Dale!
July 10, 2018
- 1:04:28
The #DJD guys phone Dale Earnhardt Jr. to break down Stenhouse’s wrecks, dumping the yellow line, remaining an unpolished broadcaster...
223 - The Booth, Buffalo and Slide Job!
July 3, 2018
- 1:04:40
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his first weekend in the booth for NASCAR on NBC and his "Slide Job" call on the last lap at Chicago. The...
222 - Resting Denny Face
June 27, 2018
- 1:18:19
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined by Denny Hamlin to discuss life, organizing a driver’s association, and misconceptions about his...
221 - Father's Day and Party Fouls
June 19, 2018
- 1:01:44
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses one of his biggest party fouls, racing to a port-a-john, his first father’s day as a dad and answers...
220 - Live On Stage at JRM Fan Day
May 29, 2018
- 1:00:47
Dale Jr and Mike Davis do the show live on stage in front of a packed house at JR Motorsports Fan Day. They do live #AskJr questions...
219 - The Dale and Matt Show!
May 22, 2018
- 1:07:41
Longtime friend, competitor and jokester Matt Kenseth get together to chat about racing, rules, cycling, ebay and give questionable...
218 - MAMA'S VEGGIE TRAY AND BRAVE DECISIONS
May 15, 2018
- 1:08:11
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his mom, Brenda Jackson, have a colorful discussion about Mothers Day and parenting. Junior tackles fan questions...
217 - Dale Jr is a New Daddy!
May 8, 2018
- 57:07
On this special episode of the Dale Jr. Download, Dale candidly discusses the emotional birth of Isla Rose and his first week as a dad....
216 - The Lowdown with Logano
May 1, 2018
- 1:09:34
Fresh off his Talladega triumph Joey Logano shares drafting insight with Dale Earnhardt Jr. and reveals regrets, rivalries and the...
215 - Baby Watch!
April 24, 2018
- 1:05:35
With Dale Jr.'s first baby set to arrive any day now he welcomes NASCAR Crew Chief, Travis Mack who delivered his own baby. Travis gives...
214 - Settling Old Scores
April 17, 2018
- 1:19:39
On the 10-Year anniversary of the Richmond wreck heard ‘round the world, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and guest Kyle Busch talk for the first time...
213 - Fist Bumps and Fisticuffs
April 10, 2018
- 56:18
On this episode Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the guys fire away at faulty pit guns, share their favorite childhood toys, talk short track...
212 - WHOOPINS
April 3, 2018
- 1:10:10
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recalls the time he stole money from his father and the aftermath that ensued. Other topics on this episode: age...
211 - Ill Feelings, Dreaming of Bears and Dodging Shoes
March 27, 2018
- 57:37
In this episode Dale Earnhardt Jr. admits to not feeling good while watching practice at Martinsville. He and Mike Davis also tell old...
210 - Superheroes and Bizarre Dreams
March 20, 2018
- 49:20
This buffet of a podcast has Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the guys discussing diverse driver personalities, dreams of John C. Reilly, Amy’s...
209 - TAKING NBC FROM SUITS TO SWEATS
March 13, 2018
- 56:04
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Mike Davis sit down with special guest Steve Letarte in the NBC Studios to discuss Phoenix, hot drivers,...
208 - The Reddit Police and Dale’s Jewelry Phobia
March 6, 2018
- 55:25
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Mike Davis examine how a Reddit group has triggered discussion after the Vegas Cup race, great NASCAR motion...
207 - Korea Goes Jr. Nation for the Olympics
February 27, 2018
- 42:40
From Bobsleds to eating eel, Dale Earnhardt Jr and Mike Davis download all the fun experiences, stories, bumps and bruises from their...
206 - Jetsetting with Jr.
February 20, 2018
- 35:34
Dale Jr. and Mike Davis break down all the goodies from The Great American Race and more while in the Atlanta Airport on a layover in...
205 - The Bottom Line and Booth Farts
February 13, 2018
- 53:00
Dale Earnhardt Jr. explains his tweets following The Clash and tells you what to look for while watching this week’s races, including...
204 - Hey Fallon, Bless My Baby!
February 6, 2018
- 1:00:55
Dale Earnhardt Jr. breaks down his Super Bowl experience, his new life as a broadcaster, Jimmy Fallon blessing his baby and the great...
203 - When You're Ready to Leave, You Want to Get the Hell Out of There
November 28, 2017
- 54:15
Dale Earnhardt Jr. talks about his successful hunting trip over Thanksgiving weekend, as well as NASCAR's new roster-size mandates and...
202 - You Gotta Grow Up Sometime
November 21, 2017
- 57:57
His final NASCAR Cup Series race is complete and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is talking about the Homestead weekend, his helmet/car trade with...
201 - Heading to Homestead
November 14, 2017
- 31:06
Dale Jr. looks back on the Phoenix race, Matt Kenseth's win, and the Chase Elliott/Denny Hamlin rivalry. He also discusses his final...
200 - Breaking Down Texas, Matt Kenseth's News, 2018 Start Times and More
November 7, 2017
- 30:58
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps his final race at Texas Motor Speedway, the news that Matt Kenseth does not plan to race in 2018, meeting...
199 - More Martinsville and Short Track Racing, Please
October 31, 2017
- 40:37
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is fired up after an exciting race at Martinsville. He offers a way to spice up the sport by going smaller instead of...
198 - Looking Back on Kansas, A Road Trip to Buffalo, and More
October 24, 2017
- 49:59
Dale Jr. recaps his final race at Kansas and a heated exchange he had with his spotter TJ Majors. On that same note, Earnhardt recalls...
197 - 'All The Feels' Talking Baby News and Talladega
October 17, 2017
- 1:01:13
Dale Jr. discusses his and his wife Amy's recent news that they are expecting their first child. He also recaps a busy, but successful...
196 - PJ1 Problems, Bowman's Breakthrough, and More
October 10, 2017
- 49:41
Dale Earnhardt Jr. reflects on an eventful weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway where he crashed early in practice and Alex Bowman...
195 - I'm not afraid to get my ass whooped
October 3, 2017
- 56:54
Dale Jr. recaps a strong weekend at Dover for him and his Hendrick Motorsports teammates. He also answers a barrage of fan questions...
194 - An Interesting Week on Twitter
September 27, 2017
- 57:36
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his week on Twitter and answers fan questions during the weekly Ask Jr. segment.
193 - Tech Line Trickery and Chatting with Truex
September 19, 2017
- 1:11:07
Dale Earnhardt Jr. calls up his good friend and Chicagoland winner Martin Truex Jr. to discuss his strong season. Junior also offers his...
192 - Richmond Rewind and Calling Up AJ Perdomo
September 12, 2017
- 52:31
Despite a strong race at Richmond, Dale Jr. missed the 2017 Playoffs. He discusses his outlook for the final 10 races on the outside...
191 - Don't Yell at Those Guys
September 5, 2017
- 39:53
Dale Earnhardt Jr. looks back on Throwback Weekend at Darlington and shares stories of mishaps involving co-host Tyler Overstreet from...
190 - The Rest of the Uber Story
August 29, 2017
- 44:36
Dale Jr. recaps his off weekend in Charleston, his humorous Twitter exchange with Uber, and answers fan questions during the weekly Ask...
189 - Breaking Down A Scorcher in Bristol
August 22, 2017
- 51:36
Dale Jr. discusses his double duty weekend at Bristol and problems he faced with the car and the heat. He also offers his opinion on...
188 - Dialin' Up The Dentist
August 15, 2017
- 1:06:44
Dale Jr. breaks down the weekend in Michigan. Plus, a fan listening while at the dentist for a root canal spurs a lighthearted debate...
187 - Redskins, Bowfishing, and Throwing It Back To 1999
August 9, 2017
- 53:21
Dale Earnhardt Jr. reflects on a week that saw him unveil the car he'll race for his final Cup start at Homestead, a family bowfishing...
186 - Junior Talkin' Pocono, Preece, and More
August 1, 2017
- 1:01:02
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps his up-and-down weekend at Pocono, Ryan Preece's successful gamble, and fan questions regarding the Gibbs pit...
185 - NBC and Indy Talk, Plus Blaney and Bowman Stop By
July 26, 2017
- 54:10
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his 2018 plans to join the NBC broadcast team and welcomes guests Ryan Blaney and Alex Bowman, who was...
184 - The Car That Launched My Career
July 18, 2017
- 1:00:04
Dale Earnhardt Jr. tells why he chose his Darlington Throwback paint scheme and the role that car played in his career. He also...
183 - Selfie Protocol and Bunny Ears
July 11, 2017
- 1:11:27
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps a crazy weekend in Kentucky, including a track-rubbering controversy, loose windshields and a 50-year-old man...
182 - To run The Clash or not? The boss weighs in.
July 5, 2017
- 42:17
Dale Jr. is joined by his wife Amy to discuss the Daytona race, whether or not he will run The Clash next season now that he's qualified...
181 - Successful Sonoma, Daytona Memories, and Some #Appreci88ion
June 27, 2017
- 32:23
Dale Jr. and his wife Amy discuss their visit to Sonoma this past weekend, as well as Junior's success at Daytona and the recently...
180 - Damn Those Debris Cautions
June 20, 2017
- 57:09
Dale Jr. recaps a top-10 run in a Michigan race that sparked much debate because of numerous debris cautions. He also weighs in on the...
179 - You Don't Want to be 'That Guy'
June 13, 2017
- 53:22
A pair of errant shifts left Dale Jr. with two blown motors and a DNF in Pocono. He discusses the race, the first career victory for his...
178 - Dover Debrief and Drivers to Cheer for in 2018
June 6, 2017
- 1:26:14
Dale Earnhardt Jr. reviews his 11th-place run at Dover, which included a very loose race car and a late-race speeding penalty. He also...
177 - Dale Jr. Reporting from Roatan
June 1, 2017
- 36:48
Dale Earnhardt Jr. provides his thoughts on the 88 team's World 600 performance, Kyle Busch's post-race antics, seeing the No. 3 car win...
176 - Downloading Live at JR Motorsports Fan Day
May 26, 2017
- 1:34:01
Dale Jr. and Tyler Overstreet record their first live podcast from the Dirty Mo Radio stage at the annual JR Motorsports Fan Day. JRM...
175 - Hitting the Reset Button
May 23, 2017
- 1:07:13
After a disappointing run in the All-Star Race, Dale Jr. discusses the No. 88 team's next move as they return to Charlotte Motor...
174 - Not So Good Vibrations
May 16, 2017
- 1:01:25
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses issues he and his team faced in Kansas with NASCAR's inspection system and in-race vibrations. He also...
173 - Turkey Hunt with Family and Friends
May 10, 2017
- 38:20
Going off track this week as Dale Jr. takes the podcast with him on a turkey hunt with his brother-in-law L.W., his friend Shawn, and...
172 - Dale Jr., Jimmie Johnson Talk About Their Richmond Run-In
May 2, 2017
- 56:48
Dale Earnhardt Jr. invites Jimmie Johnson on to the show to discuss their incident at Richmond. Earnhardt also talks about the reaction...
171 - Going Out On My Own Terms
April 25, 2017
- 40:56
Dale Earnhardt Jr. opens up about the news of his retirement at the end of the 2017 season and discusses the process that led to his decision.
170 - So Much Change: Change, Change, Change!
April 18, 2017
- 44:46
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his wife, Amy, recap a fun Easter weekend with family and discuss recent news regarding changes to the NASCAR...
169 - The Biggest Adjustment Since Getting Married
April 11, 2017
- 32:51
Amy Earnhardt joins Dale Jr. while on vacation in Texas to review the No. 88 team’s strong race in the Lone Star State. Then, Junior...
168 - Maybe I'm still pissed off and I spin him out...or maybe I don't
April 4, 2017
- 1:18:49
After a promising day went awry for Dale Jr. in Martinsville, he breaks down the race, his run-in with Ryan Blaney, and the crash that...
167 - This is my team. You're talking about my family.
March 28, 2017
- 56:39
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps his race at Auto Club Speedway and addresses negative fan reaction to the No. 88 team's first five races this...
166 - Junior Sounds Off on Recent Happenings in NASCAR
March 21, 2017
- 1:06:30
Dale Jr. voices his opinion on what precedent is being set in NASCAR with the recent dust-ups both on and off the track the past two...
165 - Just As Long As It Ain't That Damn Dale Jr.
March 14, 2017
- 1:04:26
Dale Jr. and Tyler Overstreet discuss Sunday's fight between Kyle Busch and Joey Logano, while Junior also reveals a few personal...
164 - The Most Punchable Face in NASCAR Belongs To...
March 7, 2017
- 51:44
Dale Jr. reviews his rough outing in Atlanta, as well as talks about the track's possible repave and recent rumors involving Las Vegas...
163 - Moving on After Up 'n Down Speedweeks
February 28, 2017
- 51:43
Dale Jr. recaps his Daytona 500 and Speedweeks as a whole, and gives insight on the in-car eye test he performed just after his lap-105...
162 - Dale Jr. Dishin’ on Daytona
February 21, 2017
- 53:35
Fresh off a second-place qualifying effort for the Daytona 500 and an afternoon in the FOX broadcast booth, Dale Jr. gives insight on...
161 - Junior Takes the Reigns as Download Host
February 14, 2017
- 22:60
Dale Jr. talks about what he expects being back at the track at Daytona for true competition, as well as the 2017 rule changes. He also...
160 - New Hosts Coming To The Download
January 16, 2017
- 23:55
A look ahead at what's to come this year on Dirty Mo Radio, including a new team of hosts on The Dale Jr. Download. Also, Mike Davis and...
159 - For Better or Worse, A Season To Remember
November 21, 2016
- 1:12:52
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps a historic weekend at Homestead-Miami, in which JR Motorsports narrowly missed a championship but Jimmie...
158 - Racing: Love, Hate Relationship
November 14, 2016
- 57:51
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps the Phoenix race as Mike Davis and Taylor Zarzour get animated talking about Alex Bowman’s shot to put the No....
157 - God Bless Texas
November 7, 2016
- 32:04
Tyler Overstreet guest hosts with Taylor Zarzour and Kelsey Tucker, while Mike Davis is out hunting with Dale Jr. The infamous Sloppy...
156 - Iambic Pentameter
October 31, 2016
- 1:00:41
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps Martinsville; ESPN’s Bob Pockrass clarifies NASCAR’s scoring controversy; Reaction Theatre waxes poetic.
155 - Commentator Dale
October 24, 2016
- 1:02:04
Dale Earnhardt Jr. rehashes his time in the broadcasting booth at Talladega; NBC’s Steve Letarte discusses a Talladega race that...
154 - Vomit Comment
October 17, 2016
- 45:30
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps the weekend at Kansas Speedway and previews Talladega while Alex Bowman joins the show in studio to give a...
153 - Happy Birthday Junior!
October 10, 2016
- 37:50
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses the racing from the weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway plus reveals who he is pulling for in this year’s...
152 - We Need A Theme Song
October 3, 2016
- 59:53
The show looks back at Sunday’s race at Dover and Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s weekend at the track while Taylor Zarzour calls in after the...
151 - Captain Earnhardt
September 26, 2016
- 50:22
Dale Earnhardt Jr. joins this week’s show in studio to analyze this past weekend’s races as he also updates us on his life, his music...
150 - Inspecting the Unexpected
September 19, 2016
- 48:59
The Download analyzes the post-race inspection news following Sunday’s race at Chicagoland Speedway. We get a report on Dale Earnhardt...
149 - Raceday Turns to Gameday
September 12, 2016
- 1:12:59
ESPN’s Ryan McGee joins Mike Davis as they take an inside look at Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s appearance on College Gameday and the Battle at...
148 - Time to Heal
September 6, 2016
- 1:12:01
Mike Davis and Taylor Zarzour recap Dale Jr.’s Sunday in Darlington and discuss the news about Junior’s 2016 season. Jim Utter of...
147 - Junior’s Got The Wheel
August 29, 2016
- 1:10:10
For the first time, Dale Earnhardt Jr. anchors the podcast with funny stories, intriguing observations, and live reactions to the best...
146 - A Sloppy Weekend in Bristol
August 22, 2016
- 58:37
We sent one of our favorite Dale Jr. fans to interview other Dale Jr. fans this weekend in the campgrounds of Bristol Motor Speedway and...
145 - Racing Without Junior Is ____
August 8, 2016
- 59:28
We learn a lot about ourselves as we watch racing without Junior; Jim Utter of Motorsport.com joins the show to discuss Dale Earnhardt...
144 - Concussion Discussion With Dale Jr.
August 1, 2016
- 58:14
Dale Earnhardt Jr. offers great detail about his concussion experience, his progress in recovery, and what matters most to him.
143 - Have No Fear, Gordon Is Here
July 25, 2016
- 45:15
Dale Earnhardt Jr. speaks to his appreciation for Jeff Gordon, praises the good-will gesture of his race team, and gives a candid update...
142 - Junior Speaks Out
July 18, 2016
- 1:10:05
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his concussion-like symptoms for the first time; ESPN’s Ricky Craven speaks candidly about his own...
141 - Beggars Can’t Be Choosers
July 11, 2016
- 51:32
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps the weird weekend at Kentucky and relays his upbeat thoughts on the season moving forward as one member of the...
140 - Gremlins on the Fourth of July
July 5, 2016
- 20:44
We look back at Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s restrictor-plate races this season, including Saturday night’s finish at Daytona International...
139 - Running like a Hungry Dog
June 27, 2016
- 51:46
Dale Earnhardt Jr. details yesterday’s race at Sonoma and tells us why his team has him feeling comfortable and confident heading into...
138 - “My favorite DNF of the season”
June 13, 2016
- 59:53
Dale Earnhardt Jr. has a message for Jr. Nation as the team enters an off-weekend; Mike and Taylor are on opposite sides about the...
137 - On Point at Pocono
June 7, 2016
- 37:20
The Download reviews Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s runner-up finish at Pocono Raceway, the final lap details and what this race means as we enter...
136 - A Few Good Men
May 31, 2016
- 49:12
An optimistic Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses Sunday’s race and explains why he is excited for NASCAR’s upcoming summer stretch. We are...
135 - The Dale Jr. Sit-Down
May 27, 2016
- 52:23
Dale Earnhardt Jr. joined the gang plus CMS President and General Manager Marcus Smith on a special JRM Fan Day episode. Junior...
134 - Star-Studded and Stumped
May 23, 2016
- 54:35
Dale Earnhardt Jr. dishes on Saturday’s All-Star Race and the gains his team made during the weekend. USA Today’s Jeff Gluck joins the...
133 - Dover Bound and Downed
May 16, 2016
- 58:44
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives a heartfelt analysis of his frustrating weekend at Dover; Reaction Theatre is emotional as usual but receives a...
132 - Speed Is What We Need
May 9, 2016
- 44:01
We have insight on Saturday night’s late lug nut issue from Greg Ives as we recap Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s run at Kansas Speedway; Reaction...
131 - Sometimes You're the Bug
May 2, 2016
- 1:15:56
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps his chaotic day at Talladega; ESPN’s Ryan McGee stops by to discuss the interesting feeling he got after...
130 - Amelia Rising
April 25, 2016
- 57:15
Dale Earnhardt Jr. talks Richmond Xfinity Series win and Cup disappointment; Team 88 tire specialist Rob Lopes joins Speed Dial;...
129 - Who’s Manning the ‘Go’ Switch
April 18, 2016
- 1:06:59
ESPN’s Marty Smith joins the show to paint the behind-the-scenes picture of Peyton Manning’s time with Dale Jr. and the first ever...
128 - Deep in the Heart of Texas
April 11, 2016
- 50:48
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps his runner-up finish at Texas as Mike Davis and Taylor Zarzour discuss Saturday night’s race and what’s to...
127 - Sloppy Yellow and Purple Drank at Martinsville
April 4, 2016
- 1:16:22
Mike Davis and Taylor Zarzour are joined by the one and only Dado, as well as T.J. Majors, for this week’s episode of the Dale Jr....
126 - Property Damage, Courtesy of California
March 21, 2016
- 52:36
Travis Peterson, engineer on the No. 88 Nationwide Chevy, weighs in on Sunday’s race at Auto Club Speedway and what the team is working...
125 - So Fast We Can’t Slow Down
March 14, 2016
- 35:47
We recap Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s fifth-place finish at Phoenix International Raceway. Reaction Theatre is filled with a group of upset fans...
124 - The Bare-Naked Chokehold
March 7, 2016
- 50:07
Mike Davis and Taylor Zarzour recap a wild Sunday in Las Vegas after they hear from Dale Jr. and his analysis of the weekend, including...
123 - Why Atlanta was so important for Dale Jr. and NASCAR
February 29, 2016
- 57:38
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps his runner-up finish and the week in Atlanta as Mike Davis and Taylor Zarzour analyze Sunday’s wild race and...
122 - What Does the Future Hold for Amelia and Junior?
February 22, 2016
- 1:06:27
Mike Davis and Taylor Zarzour recap the Daytona 500 and the handling issues that troubled the 88. A spirited Reaction Theatre delivered...
121 - Amelia Island
February 19, 2016
- 14:55
Mike Davis gives insight into how Amelia was created and who is responsible for the machine as the guys also have a post-win Reaction...
120 - Sprint Unlimited: We're Baaaaack
February 15, 2016
- 56:23
The Dale Jr. Download is back as Mike Davis and Taylor Zarzour recap the Sprint Unlimited and preview the Daytona 500 after hearing from...
119 - Homestead: Season Wrap Up
November 24, 2015
- 49:12
What a season! The Download crew reflect on Homestead, Jeff Gordon's last race, and newly crowned Champion Kyle Busch. Reaction Theatre...
118 - Phoenix: Enjoy This Win!
November 17, 2015
- 58:04
Dale Earnhardt Jr. elaborates on all the factors that led to the No. 88 team's victory; Interior specialist Adam Jordan calls in and...
117 - Texas: Can't Keep A Good Man Down
November 10, 2015
- 53:42
Mike Davis and Taylor Zarzour recap Dale's Texas run; Team 88 tire specialist Rob Lopes calls in to share what was really going on with...
116 - Martinsville: 'I couldn't believe what I was seeing'
November 3, 2015
- 53:27
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his drive in Martinsville plus his reaction to the Kenseth - Logano wreck; Kelley Earnhardt Miller joins...
115 - Talladega: 'The future looks good to me...'
October 27, 2015
- 1:01:26
Dale Earnhardt Jr. pumps up JR Nation after facing elimination from the Chase at Talladega; ESPN writer Ryan McGee calls in; we extend...
114 - Kansas: In It To Win It
October 20, 2015
- 43:14
On the heels of misfortune at Kansas, the Download crew looks ahead to one of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s best tracks, Talladega; A surprise...
113 - Charlotte: Nothing To Lose
October 13, 2015
- 51:01
Dale Earnhardt Jr. addresses his run in with Carl Edwards and the misfortune of oil on the track at Charlotte; Jim McCoy, Director of...
112 - Dover: Can Opener Is Working Nice
October 6, 2015
- 45:32
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives analysis about the insanity at Dover; his mom, Brenda Jackson, relives the experience on Takes A Nation; JR...
111 - New Hampshire: Dale No
September 29, 2015
- 46:11
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is ready to shake off the disappointing run in New Hampshire and look ahead to Dover; JR Nation vents frustrations on...
110 - Chicago: Hustle And No Flow
September 22, 2015
- 51:26
Dale Earnhardt Jr. reveals his thoughts on the disrupted flow of the Chicago race for the No. 88 team. Dale's Road Manager Tyler...
109 - Richmond: The Chase Checklist
September 15, 2015
- 58:31
Travis Mack, car chief for the No. 88 Nationwide Chevy, weighs in on the Richmond run and what needs to come together for the final 10...
108 - Darlington: Blast From The Past
September 8, 2015
- 1:01:36
Dale Earnhardt Jr. breaks down his frustrations from Darlington and the rewards of a hard run; an announcement is made during the Take's...
107 - Bristol: 'We had a good time actually...'
August 25, 2015
- 52:10
After a long night of battling back to finish 9th, Dale Earnhardt Jr. states it was a fun race at Bristol. Team Junior member Jake...
106 - Michigan: 'That Was Pretty Interesting...'
August 18, 2015
- 53:56
Dale Earnhardt Jr. analyzes the results of the new aero package at Michigan; Everyone including Reaction Theatre callers weighs in on...
105 - Watkins Glen: Left Fuming
August 11, 2015
- 1:04:25
Dale Earnhardt Jr. reports in from his tree house on Dirty Mo Acres; MRN pit road reporter Steve Post calls; Mike Davis gets an earful...
104 - Pocono: Wait, We Finished Where?!
August 4, 2015
- 57:42
A day of woes for Dale Earnhardt Jr. resulted in a surprising finish at Pocono; No. 88 team engineer Travis Peterson joins; Dale's road...
103 - Indy: If You Can't Win, Then Why Gamble?
July 28, 2015
- 57:52
Dale Earnhardt Jr. addresses the No. 88 Nationwide team's late race strategy; MRN Announcer Dave Moody calls; fans are in an uproar on...
102 - New Hampshire: Gritty Weekend
July 21, 2015
- 55:12
Dale Earnhardt Jr. sounds off after his tenth top 5 finish of the season at New Hampshire; NASCAR writer Jim Utter weighs in on Kyle...
101 - Kentucky: 'Here's the low down on that...'
July 14, 2015
- 55:21
After a long night in Kentucky, Dale Earnhardt Jr. details what went wrong with the brakes on the No. 88 Nationwide Chevrolet. Fans...
100 - Daytona: Late Night Shift
July 7, 2015
- 1:08:08
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets second win of the season and sixteenth win at Daytona. Steve Letarte joins and breaks down NBC's first broadcast...
99 - Sonoma: Road Trip
June 30, 2015
- 51:03
With new sponsor Windows10 on his car, Dale Earnhardt Jr. scored his second consecutive top-10 at Sonoma. Team engineer Travis Peterson...
98 - Junior's Nation
June 23, 2015
- 44:24
On the heels of an off-week, The Dale Jr. Download revisits Fan Day held at JR Motorsports in May. Three fans from JR Nation share their...
97 - Michigan: Super Soaker
June 16, 2015
- 1:03:13
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his near-win in the rain-shortened race at Michigan; Fox pit reporter Matt Yocum calls; champion late model...
96 - MECCA OF TRIFECTA
June 9, 2015
- 44:19
Known for its triangle-shaped configuration, Pocono was unable to deliver a third consecutive victory to Dale Earnhardt Jr; Fans are...
95 - Dover: Comin' In Hot
June 2, 2015
- 46:41
After an up and down day for the No. 88 team in Dover, Dale Earnhardt Jr. weighs in on the 14th place finish; Pocono President Brandon...
94 - Charlotte: Are We There Yet?
May 26, 2015
- 53:03
The longest race of the year, the World 600, ended up with Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the No. 88 team stretching their gas mileage to a...
93 - All Star: Finding Grip
May 19, 2015
- 38:59
Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares insight into the dual zone tire used at Charlotte. TJ Majors makes a fan's day during Reaction Theatre. Plus,...
92 - Kansas: Third Time's A Charm
May 12, 2015
- 48:59
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives good insight into the 88 team's third place run in Kansas; A Reaction Theatre caller makes TJ Majors blush;...
91 - Talladega: We Won! Let's Celebrate!
May 5, 2015
- 1:12:14
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets his first win of the season and sixth win at Talladega. JR Nation helps celebrate with an extended Reaction Theatre!
90 - Richmond: 'Some Days Are Diamonds...'
April 28, 2015
- 56:22
USA Today reporter Jeff Gluck calls to weigh in on Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s 14th place finish at Richmond as well as the on track tangle...
89 - Bristol: When There's A Wheel, There's A Way
April 21, 2015
- 40:21
Dale Earnhardt Jr. fights back to finish 16th despite early wheel problems at Bristol; Fans join in not only on Reaction Theatre but...
88 - Texas: 'Get Outta My Way, I'm Coming Through'
April 14, 2015
- 41:32
Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares what makes a driver show his aggressive side as he recounts his run in Texas. Dirty Mo Radio goes...
87 - Martinsville: Bad Vibrations
March 31, 2015
- 37:36
Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses the issues on the 88 Diet Mountain Dew chevy that led to a long day at Martinsville. Reaction Theatre...
86 - California: March Madness
March 24, 2015
- 47:46
Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares his opinion on the restarts in California and applauds team for improvements in the car. JR Nation has some...
85 - Phoenix: Blown Opportunity
March 17, 2015
- 39:59
Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares his thoughts on the blown right rear tire and 43rd place finish in Phoenix. TJ Majors details the group's...
84 - Las Vegas: 'I'm ready to get them drunk'
March 10, 2015
- 45:56
Dale Earnhardt Jr. explains the team’s gamble and reiterates his yearning to win; Team member Adam Jordan joins the show; J.R. Rhodes...
83 - Atlanta: We Found A Cheerleader
March 3, 2015
- 48:41
Dale Earnhardt Jr. says that, surprisingly, Greg Ives can pump him up; Fans voice displeasure in Jimmie Johnson’s win; Team members join...
82 - Daytona 500: "It was a great race until..."
February 24, 2015
- 46:47
Dale Earnhardt Jr. fell just short of winning his third Daytona 500; Fans are in an upheaval on Reaction Theatre; Dirty Mo Posse member...
81 - Sprint Unlimited: Sun's Out, Guns Out
February 17, 2015
- 55:38
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recaps his Sprint Unlimited run and shares his thoughts on the 88 team's Daytona 500 car. Taylor, Mike and TJ debate...
80 - Homestead: Season Finale
November 18, 2014
- 36:23
Taylor Zarzour and TJ Majors breakdown the Homestead race as well as the 2014 season. Mike Davis calls in from Miami; JR Nation has a...
79 - Phoenix: A Farewell to Steve
November 11, 2014
- 51:42
On the heels of his final race as crew chief, Steve Letarte calls in to The Download. Dan the Junior fan recites a farewell poem to Steve.
78 - Texas: "Excuse my language...but damn!"
November 4, 2014
- 55:53
Dale Earnhardt Jr. recounts his hard fought 6th place finish in Texas. A Reaction Theatre call reminds Mike Davis of the time he was...
77 - Martinsville: Tick Tock Junior Won A Clock!
October 28, 2014
- 50:05
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets his fourth win of the season and first ever grandfather clock! JR Nation helps celebrate with an extended...
76 - Talladega: "We knew this wasn't gonna be easy..."
October 21, 2014
- 35:35
Officially out of the running for the Sprint Cup Championship, Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives JR Nation a pep talk; there's still four more...
75 - Charlotte: Down But Not Out
October 14, 2014
- 40:07
Bad luck for Dale Earnhardt Jr. and 88 crew creates another set back with one race to go in the Chase Contender Round. Mike Davis checks...
74 - Kansas: "I'm not knockin Goodyear..."
October 7, 2014
- 35:12
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets candid about the blown tire in Kansas; TJ Majors looks ahead to Charlotte; A Reaction Theatre caller almost...
73 - Dover: "That was hard to watch."
September 30, 2014
- 35:32
After a disappointing 17th place finish in Dover, it's time to regroup and start the next round of the Chase. TJ Majors shares insight...
72 - Loudon: "We dodged a big bullet"
September 23, 2014
- 29:35
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives insight into the intensity of the new chase format and the huge bullet the 88 team dodged in the form of a...
71 - Chicago: A Nation Divided?
September 16, 2014
- 34:52
Did the 88 team’s start to the 2014 Chase for the Sprint Cup Championship leave a lot to be desired? The fans are split, but Dale Jr....
70 - Richmond: Game On
September 9, 2014
- 28:48
With the Chase upon us, Dale Earnhardt Jr. speaks openly to Junior Nation about his approach to the final 10 races and what he expects...
69 - Atlanta: "Some damn body got the bright idea..."
September 2, 2014
- 43:39
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives exclusive insight into the 88 team’s performance last Sunday at Atlanta, including one thing that left him...
68 - Bristol: Crash Course
August 26, 2014
- 28:58
Out of contention from a lap-160 wreck, Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s No. 88 team uses the misfortune to practice quick and efficient car repair...
67 - Michigan: "What do I do if a fight starts?"
August 19, 2014
- 32:28
Dale Earnhardt Jr. finishes 5th at Michigan; the team asks Mike Hoag what he would’ve done had a fight broken out with Denny Hamlin. As...
66 - Watkins Glen: Wedding Planner
August 12, 2014
- 32:42
Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares his thoughts on 11th place run at Watkins Glen. Mike Davis plans the wedding of a lifetime at Bristol Motor Speedway.
65 - Pocono II: Sweep Song
August 5, 2014
- 47:58
Dale Earnhardt Jr. WINS Pocono again! Junior Nation sings with joy on Reaction Theater; team members Steve Letarte, Joe Slingerland and...
64 - Indianapolis: Peeing off the Pagoda
July 29, 2014
- 36:12
Dale Earnhardt Jr discusses his day at the Brickyard; TJ Majors’ bladder becomes issue once again; Reaction Theater makes Mike Hoag angry.
63 - Favorite Moments of 2014
July 22, 2014
- 34:48
With the final off week of the season over, what better time to recap some of the best moments on The Dale Jr Download. Plus, some...
62 - New Hampshire: Straight Whuppin'
July 15, 2014
- 37:42
Dale Earnhardt Jr. finished 10th at New Hampshire but says they got “whupped” by Brad Keselowski. He shares his mentality during rough...
61 - Daytona: Accidents Happen
July 8, 2014
- 54:55
The multi-car wreck wasn’t Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s only accident on Sunday. Junior rehashes Daytona; radio legend Barney Hall tells stories...
60 - Kentucky: Conquering Kenbumpy Speedway
July 1, 2014
- 39:06
Dale Earnhardt Jr. & the 88 team muster a top five at Kentucky despite troublesome bumps, an unruly car, and Hoag’s shirt; tire-changer...
59 - Sonoma: Road Course Ringer
June 24, 2014
- 35:48
Dale Earnhardt Jr. checks in after his career-best finish at Sonoma; Mike Hoag details the group’s sightseeing trip to San Francisco.
58 - Michigan: "We Left Newman!"
June 17, 2014
- 26:15
Dale Earnhardt Jr shares his thoughts on the 7th place run at Michigan. Mike Hoag recounts Junior's moment of panic after leaving Ryan...
57 - Pocono: Junior Wins!
June 10, 2014
- 44:52
Straight from his celebration party, Dale Jr. shares his thoughts on a thrilling victory at Pocono; Reaction Theatre callers raise the...
56 - Dover: The Dale Guys
June 3, 2014
- 39:14
Dale Earnhardt Jr. breaks down his race at Dover; the group of college buddies known as “The Dale Guys” talk about their impromptu...
55 - Charlotte:" Donkey's Goin' Crazy"
May 27, 2014
- 28:48
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives analysis on a disappointing 19th-place finish at Charlotte. But it’s what happened later that we seem to be...
54 - All Star: Pushin Like a Dump Truck
May 20, 2014
- 29:18
Dale Earnhardt Jr shares his thoughts on the All Star race. Taylor makes good on his bet and unites JR Nation at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
53 - Kansas: Junior's Response
May 13, 2014
- 29:38
ESPN’s Marty Smith joins the Download team to discuss Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s top-five effort at Kansas and how it was a fitting response...
52 - Talladega: Hard Lessons Learned
May 6, 2014
- 28:59
Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares his candid thoughts on a disappointing finish at Talladega; fans share their emotion on Reaction Theatre.
51 - Richmond: Fires, Feuds and Fightin’
April 29, 2014
- 37:08
Dale Earnhardt Jr. rehashes his altercation with Tony Stewart years ago, this after Saturday’s feisty race at Richmond that had tempers...
50 - A Battle Is Brewing
April 22, 2014
- 26:08
Strong words are exchanged from within Team Junior as an on-track challenge is issued. Dale Jr. weighs in from the Dirty Mo Radio studio...
49 - Darlington: "Sorry, My Dogs Are Barkin"
April 15, 2014
- 25:41
Dale Earnhardt Jr. calls an audible on the final pit stop and nearly wins Darlington; caller brings hip-hop flare to Reaction Theatre.
48 - Texas: Mud Tires, Toilets, and a Last-Place Finish
April 8, 2014
- 31:16
A sloppy, rainy weekend at Texas got worse for Dale Earnhardt Jr on Monday. Our Texas correspondent "Dan The Junior Fan" provides...
47 - Martinsville: Hurt Feelings & Bird Fingers
April 1, 2014
- 39:29
With Dale Earnhardt Jr. in studio & Steve Letarte on the phone, we break down Martinsville and ask the important question: Can Keselowski fight?
46 - California: "We’re Gonna Drop It On A Block"
March 25, 2014
- 23:01
Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives his thoughts on crazy endurance race in California; we award SPY sunglasses to the happiest Reaction Theater caller.
45 - Bristol: "They Need To Calm The Hell Down!"
March 18, 2014
- 22:55
A whacky day at Bristol saw ill tempers, crazy wrecks, and a bizarre finish. Dale Earnhardt Jr. had much to say afterward. And judging...
44 - Las Vegas: Running on Empty
March 11, 2014
- 24:35
A fuel gamble by Dale Earnhardt Jr. paid off, but not with a win. Junior weighs in from his airplane, and Mike Hoag drops by with...
43 - Phoenix: Playing with house money.
March 3, 2014
- 27:46
Dale Jr. gambles at Phoenix, and it pays off with a second-place. Is this aggressive strategy a sign of things to come for the 88 team?...
42 - Daytona 500: Jr's at the bar, pull up a chair.
February 25, 2014
- 32:19
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Mike Hoag check in with Dirty Mo Radio from the Daytona 500 champion’s tour. More specifically, from the hotel...
41 - Daytona: Where's Junior's Coat?
February 18, 2014
- 29:25
Recapping the 2014 Sprint Unlimited, plus solving the mystery of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s missing coat.
40 - Homestead
November 18, 2013
- 32:38
Dale Earnhardt Jr gives a nod to Dirty Mo Radio in final podcast of year; Huge Reaction Theatre following Junior's 3rd-place finish at Homestead.
39 - Phoenix II
November 11, 2013
- 28:11
Dale Earnhardt Jr. scores another top-5; comparing this year’s Chase to 2004; Reaction Theatre brings diverse opinions once again.
38 - Texas II with Dale Jr., Steve Letarte, and TJ Majors
November 4, 2013
- 33:08
Dale Earnhardt Jr., Steve Letarte, and TJ Majors are all on the podcast today after a 2nd-place finish at Texas.
37 - Martinsville II with Wendy Venturini
October 28, 2013
- 31:34
Dale Earnhardt Jr scores another top-10; Fox Sports 1 reporter Wendy Venturini dishes on her incredibly candid interview with Junior.
36 - Talladega II with TJ Majors
October 21, 2013
- 34:14
Reviewing another near miss for Dale Jr. and company at Talladega with T.J. Majors and Twitter’s @WestCoastGal88. Also, fans blew up...
35 - Charlotte II
October 14, 2013
- 27:46
Hilarious interaction between Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his fans helps lift our spirits after a 15th-place finish at Charlotte.
34 - Kansas II with Rob Lopes
October 8, 2013
- 28:43
Dale Earnhardt Jr. leaves Kansas with third straight top-10. Tire specialist Rob Lopes discusses tires, tracks, and working with Junior.
33 - Dover with nascarcasm
September 30, 2013
- 36:21
Dale Earnhardt Jr. nearly misses victory at Dover - Twitter's own @nascarcasm sneaks away from work to call in.
32 - New Hampshire with Jenna Fryer, Eddie Gossage and Mike Hoag
September 23, 2013
- 39:38
Dale Earnhardt Jr. finishes 6th at NHMS - Jenna Fryer with Chase analysis - Eddie Gossage on opportunity for Texas fans.
31 - Chicago with TJ Majors
September 16, 2013
- 31:16
It was not the Chase start Dale Earnhardt Jr. (or NASCAR) had hoped for. TJ Majors joins the gang as we download a disappointing Chicago...
30 - Richmond with Ryan McGee and Steve Letarte
September 9, 2013
- 42:19
Did Junior cause Bowyer's spin at Richmond? Junior weighed in. Now we do. Huge podcast with Ryan McGee and Steve Letarte.
29 - Atlanta with Jeff Dickerson
September 3, 2013
- 36:08
Dale Jr. pads his Chase cushion and substitute spotter Jeff Dickerson talks about working with Junior and the crazy late-race restarts.
28 - Bristol II with Marty Smith
August 26, 2013
- 36:32
To pit or not to pit? Fireworks from intense Bristol carry over, and ESPN's Marty Smith joins us with the pedal matted.
27 - Michigan II with Dale Jr. and Bob Pockrass
August 19, 2013
- 39:43
A blown tire has JR Nation fuming as Earnhardt's contending race car finishes 36th.
26 - Watkins Glen with Matthew Berry
August 12, 2013
- 33:35
Strong feelings expressed in Reaction Theatre after a crash & 30th-place finish. Plus, ESPN's Matthew Berry joins us on Speed Dial.
25 - Pocono II with Dale Earnhardt Jr.
August 5, 2013
- 34:25
A top-five finish at Pocono and an embarrassing story that Dale Jr. has never told before. Until now.
24 - Indianapolis with Mike Hoag and Laura Scott
July 29, 2013
- 34:09
Recapping Indianapolis & sharing behind-the-scenes hilarity from Dale Jr's media tour in New York.
23 - Summer Off Weekend with Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Carter Johnson
July 22, 2013
- 25:00
Dale Earnhardt Jr. dishes on black eyes, bird fingers, and big hair. Plus, YouTube sensation Carter Johnson makes a splash on his podcast debut.
22 - New Hampshire with Dale Earnhardt Jr.
July 15, 2013
- 25:03
Never-before-told stories of life on the road by Dale Earnhardt Jr., plus a recap of New Hampshire.
21 - Daytona
July 8, 2013
- 41:38
What we know -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. finished 8th at Daytona. Everything else is up for debate.
20 - Kentucky
July 1, 2013
- 36:18
Recapping the insanity at Kentucky, plus Kelley Earnhardt Miller joins the team in-studio.
19 - Sonoma
June 24, 2013
- 29:20
Huge Dale Jr. recap podcast with Steve Letarte & TJ Majors, plus a Reaction Theatre for the ages.
18 - Michigan
June 17, 2013
- 30:57
A Superman paint scheme & four-second lead didn't prevent troubles for Dale Jr. at Michigan.
17 - Pocono
June 10, 2013
- 24:59
Dale Jr finishes 3rd at Pocono & plays joke on his PR manager.
16 - Dover
June 3, 2013
- 28:28
Dale Jr.'s 10th-place at Dover wasn't the end of his eventful day on Sunday.
15 - Charlotte
May 27, 2013
- 28:08
Recapping an eventful 600 and talking to the man himself, Dale Earnhardt Jr.
14 - All-Star Race
May 20, 2013
- 30:36
No gloves came off in the All-Star race, but they might've for Most Popular Driver race.
13 - Darlington
May 13, 2013
- 21:59
Dale Jr is back in top-10 form after a 9th at Darlington.
12 - Talladega
May 6, 2013
- 33:46
Rain, darkness, triumph & defeat. An insane Talladega recapped on The Dale Jr. Download.
11 - Richmond
April 29, 2013
- 31:40
Dale Jr's Richmond struggles lead to the biggest reaction in Reaction Theatre history.
10 - Kansas
April 22, 2013
- 27:18
Emotions aplenty after an untimely caution relegates Dale Jr. to 16th-place finish at Kansas.
9 - Texas
April 15, 2013
- 24:47
Recapping dead batteries & what one fan did to catch Dale Jr.'s attention from the Texas infield.
8 - Martinsville
April 8, 2013
- 25:47
Big reactions from Junior Nation after a 24th-place at Martinsville.
7 - Easter Off Weekend
April 1, 2013
- 25:45
With a weekend off, Steve Letarte turns from crew chief to life coach. Your questions. His answers.
6 - California
March 25, 2013
- 25:39
Dale Jr. is your new points leader after a 2nd-place in California, and the fans have much to say about it.
5 - Bristol
March 18, 2013
- 21:31
Recap from Junior's 6th-place finish at Bristol, plus “Reaction Theatre”, where Junior fans have an open mic.
4 - Las Vegas
March 11, 2013
- 22:48
Highlights from Dale Jr.'s 7th place finish at Las Vegas, plus news regarding his upcoming Nationwide Series schedule.
3 - Phoenix
March 4, 2013
- 26:06
Reaction and commentary to Dale Jr.’s fifth-place finish at Phoenix, his second top-five in as many races.
2 - Daytona 500
February 25, 2013
- 24:50
Steve Letarte, Dan the Junior Fan, and Matthew Berry help break down Dale Jr's 2nd-place finish in the Daytona 500.
1 - Sprint Unlimited
February 18, 2013
- 27:50
On the debut of The Download, we recap the Sprint Unlimited and pay tribute to Dale Earnhardt with stories from the people who knew him...
