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602 - What Kind Of NASCAR Are We Headed For? Feb 12, 2025

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The Daytona 500 is upon us, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in the studio for a new episode of Dirty Air. He and co-host TJ Majors dive into all the recent NASCAR developments and look forward to the Great American Race:

NASCAR governing race manipulation
Are new OEMs really coming to NASCAR?
The France family is willing to sell some equity
NASCAR’s push to go international
Recapping the 2025 Cup roster changes
Bowman Gray Clash winner Chase Elliott joins the show

During the Ask Jr. portion of the show, listeners asked Dale and TJ about:

Dealing with producers talking on your headset during racing broadcasts
If you didn’t know the day you were born, how old would you say you are?

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603 - Kasey Kahne: Why I Disappeared Feb 12, 2025

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. reunites with longtime motorsports fan favorite Kasey Kahne to learn about what he has been up to since his last appearance on the Download in 2018. After making the difficult decision to step away from NASCAR Cup racing later that season due to health reasons stemming from dehydration, Kasey has reemerged as a full-time sprint car racer in the last few years, competing with the World of Outlaws and High Limit Sprint Car Series. Kasey remains active in the NASCAR peripheral though, as he was named one of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers in 2023 and he recently announced he’ll be returning to Xfinity Series competition with Richard Childress Racing at Rockingham this year. Kasey explains to Dale how the deal came together through Keith Rodden and partners like Rick Hendrick and Mike Curb. After finding success in the initial test at the track in January, Kasey is ready to approach the race weekend like he did when he first entered full-time NASCAR racing.

Kasey enlightens Dale about the ins and outs of the sprint car racing world, which he describes as fast-paced and extremely competitive. He also places himself back in his Cup career and talks about the mindset of going from a successful team like Hendrick Motorsports to a mid-pack operation like Leavine Family Racing. Dale and Kasey share insight into how their respective short-track racing teams operate and how their families being at the track helps distract them from getting too caught up in the pressure of succeeding. The guys also discuss on-track feuds, head injuries, car safety,y and Kasey’s path to NASCAR stardom.

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Bless Your 'Hardt - What Did We Sign Up For Feb 06, 2025

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Welcome to the all-new show with your favorite couple: Dale and Amy Earnhardt! Bless Your 'Hardt is all about the hilarious antics, heartfelt stories, and everyday moments of the Earnhardt family. Each week, Dale and Amy sit down to share their sides of the life they’ve built together—and if this first episode is any indication, you won’t be able to get enough!

In this debut, Dale and Amy cover everything from the daddy-daughter dance to the dilemma of picking which kid artwork stays. Surprise, Dale also shares his take on video games (including what his daily routine looked like as a bachelor), and they play We Listen and We Don’t Judge—where things get interesting fast. Oh, and yes, squishy grapes come up too.

Don’t miss this fun, real, and unfiltered conversation!

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601 - Richard Childress: The One Race I Can't Get Over Feb 05, 2025

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. kicks off the Download season with a bang by welcoming back NASCAR Hall of Fame car owner Richard Childress to the Dirty Mo Media studio. After what was essentially a hometown race for Childress at Bowman Gray Stadium, the two were eager to talk about the Clash and their impressions of the NASCAR Cup Series returning to the legendary venue. Childress explains that he showed up early on Sunday to sit and reflect on the beginning of his racing career, which dates back to the “claim” division at the football stadium when he was in his teens. In anticipation of his debut as Cup car owner, Dale Jr. asks Richard for any advice leading into the Daytona 500, to which he replies to keep following the dream.

Dale and Richard talk about RCR working with Kyle Busch and how they were able to put their past drama behind them to find on-track success. Dale also inquires about Austin and Ty Dillon’s roles at the company and what the future may hold for them beyond the driver’s seat. They chat about the ongoing lawsuit between 23XI/Front Row Motorsports & NASCAR and what the other teams hope to gain in the new charter agreement. The conversation also covers Kasey Kahne’s upcoming Xfinity race with RCR, how Richard got the number 3, and his brief history working as a stuntman.

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EP 600 – Can’t Have It Both Ways Feb 04, 2025

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The Clash at Bowman Gray is in the books, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is in the studio for a new episode of Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to unpack the action from the Madhouse and more:

Bowman Gray brought out the madness in drivers
Race fans can’t have it both ways
There could have been more aggression in the main event
Does Bowman Gray deserve another Cup race?
Balancing attracting new fans while honoring the grassroots

During the Ask Jr. portion of the episode, Dale Jr. weighed in on questions regarding:

The new Xfinity award for fastest lap of the race
Regrettable eBay purchases
Good bars to visit in Daytona Beach
Working with Will Ferrell on Talladega Nights

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599 Waivers, Exemptions & TJ's Fear of Goats Jan 27, 2025

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The green flag is waving on the 2025 season, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. joins his new co-host TJ Majors for a new episode of Dirty Air. As the NASCAR Cup haulers get ready to head to Winston-Salem, North Carolina for the Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, there is a lot to look forward to this week:

Dale and TJ’s NFL teams get eliminated from the Playoffs
NASCAR amends its damaged vehicle policy
Do we need a waiver rule?
Helio Castroneves gets an exemption
Bowman Gray modified legend Tim Brown and Rick Ware join the show
NASCAR has made many changes to the Madhouse
The racing line at Bowman Gray will change due to the SAFER Barriers
The story of how Tim got the chance to make his Cup debut

Plus, Tampa Timms gives out his season win total predictions for each Cup team. And, Ask Jr. on 2012 Daytona 500 rain delay, Dale Sr.’s daily vehicle, college football and rookie stripes.

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DJD Classics - Gary Balough: Racing, Fighting & Smuggling Jan 22, 2025

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Dale Earnhardt Jr has called it “one of the most fascinating stories in all of Motorsports,” as he sat down with Legendary racer Gary Balough to discuss his life on the track and behind bars. They uncover stories of smuggling marijuana, evading the Feds, getting busted, and how it cost him his career and family. On track, Balough was a driver who pissed off Richard Petty, got spit on by fans, and was not intimidated by Dale Earnhardt. Off track, his dangerous lifestyle added to the Legend of “Hot Shoe” Gary Balough.

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The Eye-Opening Realities of Race Team Ownership with Brad Keselowski Jan 20, 2025

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Kelley Earnhardt Miller sets out to learn more about the NASCAR Cup team business model with a person she has a lot of history with, RFK co-owner and former JR Motorsports racer Brad Keselowski. After years of success behind the wheel and a foray into team ownership through his NASCAR Truck outfit Brad Keselowski Racing, Brad decided to step away from his spot at Team Penske to take a part ownership role at Roush Fenway Racing. Brad explains that his passion for having control in all aspects of a race team’s operations inspired him to take on the role at RFK, and he loves being able to contribute to other peoples’ success. After dropping his children off at school, Brad rolls into RFK’s shop daily and does a shop floor walk before taking on the day's meetings. He also enjoys having lunch with different team members as he believes food brings people together and the conversations are informative.

Brad and Kelley discuss the difficulties of being an owner and driver and when you have to wear one hat or the other. Brad explains that he feels he can depend on his managers to make day-to-day decisions, allowing him to focus on the big-picture direction of the team and take time to concentrate on being behind the wheel. Brad also reveals good qualities he’s picked up from other team leaders in the past that inform the way he performs at RFK, and how it’s important to know the costs of everything the team needs to operate. The conversation also covers threats to the Cup ownership landscape, the art of appreciating employees, and Brad’s goals for RFK in the next five years.

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From Whisky River with Chris Stapleton: Daytona Bound Jan 16, 2025

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with country music superstar Chris Stapleton and Justin Allgaier to discuss their groundbreaking collaboration: taking JR Motorsports Cup racing at the Daytona 500. They explore the unique partnership that blends whiskey with racing history, marking the first time in JR Motorsports' history to compete in the Cup Series.

In addition to the news, Chris talks about his long-standing relationship with Buffalo Trace and how it led to the development of his own blended whiskey. Chris reveals how the name “Traveller” came about and his hands-on approach to ensuring the quality of the product, from bottle design to the whiskey inside. He also reflects on the connection between NASCAR and country music fans, expressing his excitement about seeing Traveller Whiskey on a race car at Daytona.

Chris Stapleton opens up about his personal journey, from working third shift in a factory to becoming a household name in country music. He shares the struggles and rewards of balancing fame with fatherhood, talks about his early days of songwriting, and reflects on the influence of legends like Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings. What was Chris’s most nerve-wracking moment? What does he avoid doing while performing to make sure he doesn’t start laughing? Who is his biggest critic? Chris answers these questions and more as he dives into the stories and moments that have shaped his life and career.

Tune in for an exciting conversation about racing, whiskey, and music, as Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chris Stapleton, and Justin Allgaier dive into their collaboration and the passion behind their latest project!

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DJD Classics - Ty Norris: Nothing is Off Limits Jan 13, 2025

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We will never get enough of DEI's story - a tale of victory, perseverance, and ultimately, demise. The people who spent years there have memories from behind the curtain of the team we once all cheered for, and Ty Norris's interview in 2021 was absolutely a testament to that.

From early on in his career, Dale Earnhardt had his eye on hiring Ty Norris, until he finally succeeded in landing him at DEI. Ty shares some of the challenges he faced along the way from both the highest of highs and lowest of lows of the team. He reminisces about his old pal, Dale Earnhardt, and about the life lessons he learned from him along the way - right, wrong, or indifferent. After the Intimidator's untimely death at Daytona, DEI was left without its leader and Ty describes how he dealt with the rising tensions within the company. He eventually reveals his opinion on the only way to have saved the sinking ship which was DEI, which was for Dale Earnhart Jr. to be its leader, which is what his dad would have wanted. An emotional story Ty shares about a father-son moment between Dale Sr. and Dale Jr. furthers that narrative, which Dale Jr. remembers as "the best conversation he and his dad ever had."

Ultimately, Ty Norris' time at DEI came to a close, and years later he found himself at the center of one of the most infamous events in NASCAR history - Spingate. He gives us his perspective on the situation surrounding Michael Waltrip Racing at Richmond in 2013 and how he came to terms with the situation following the backlash from NASCAR, the media, and the fans. At the time of recording, Ty had played an integral part in the origins and evolution of Trackhouse Racing, though in recent news, he is now the Chief Business Officer at Kaulig Racing.

Ty's interview is one of the rawest, eye-opening conversations that we will rewatch any time we get the chance to. We hope you enjoy it!

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