The Dale Jr. Download

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595 - Bud 8 Race Week, Holiday Hot Takes & Dale's Arch Nemesis Nov 18, 2024

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The racing off season might be here, but Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in the studio for a bonus edition of Dirty Air. He is joined by his wife Amy and the rest of the Download crew to start to prepare for the holiday season:

The Mike Tyson fight
The Bud 8 race is upon us
When is it acceptable to listen to Christmas music?
Earnhardt household Christmas Eve traditions
What do Isla and Nicole want from Santa this year?
What’s on the menu for Thanksgiving?
Preparing the fifth wheel for Florence this weekend
The Hellmann's Tailgate Draft

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Introducing Herm & Schrader: NASCAR’s Champions, WoO World Finals, & An A$$-Chewing From Mike Helton Nov 14, 2024

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The first episode of Herm & Schrader is here! Join hosts Kenny Wallace and Kenny Schrader as they bring you laughter, heartfelt moments, and all the stories you’ve been waiting for. From the latest NASCAR news and dirt racing updates to personal stories only these two can tell, this episode has it all.

Catch their full recap of Championship Weekend, including Joey Logano’s third championship win, Justin Allgaier’s hard-fought Xfinity Series title, and all the controversies fans are buzzing about. Switching gears from NASCAR, they dive into the action at the Dirt Racing World Finals and reflect on Bobby Allison’s legacy and the grit it takes to race at the highest levels. They also explore what it takes to move between different racing series, highlighting the camaraderie in motorsports and the importance of following NASCAR’s rules.

Plus, it wouldn’t be Herm & Schrader without reliving some classic moments, like Schrader’s wild motorcycle trip to Las Vegas! Wrapping up with a thoughtful tribute to veterans and advice on embracing change, this episode is sure to make you laugh—and hit you in the feels.

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594 - Mike Curb: The Name On Earnhardt's Car Nov 13, 2024

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with a legendary figure behind the scenes of motorsports, longtime car owner and sponsor Mike Curb. After falling in love with motorsports at an early age through the pages of Motor Trend and National Speed Sport News, Mike made the acquaintance of Cary Agajanian at an early age and began taking in races at the famed Ascot Park. Mike pursued an interest in music and when a song he wrote became a jingle for Honda, he dropped out of college and pursued commercial soundtracking full time. Mike simultaneously developed a recording company and a career in politics at the suggestion of Ronald Reagan, but his love for auto racing remained tried and true. He entered business with Agajanian owning local sprint cars, and the Curb-Agajanian Performance Group was born.

Mike’s entry into involvement in NASCAR is a fascinating tale that stems from longtime NASCAR executive Les Richter serving as a chairman on his campaign for Lieutenant Governor of California. At Les’ request, Mike and his wife attended the 1980 Cup season opener at Riverside as Grand Marshall and it was there that he was propositioned with the idea of becoming a sponsor for Dale Earnhardt. Mike also explains the events that lead to Curb Racing fielding a car for Richard Petty in 1984 and how the famed picture of Ronald Reagan landing at the Daytona 500 came to be. The interview covers Mike’s vast involvement in racing today, which includes co-ownership of NASCAR Truck championship winner Ty Majeski, his relationship with Ronald Reagan and his career in the music industry.

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593 - The Flag Bearer & The Champs Are Here Nov 12, 2024

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The NASCAR season has wrapped, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns from Phoenix with his now famous flag as a championship car owner in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. He is joined by special co-host TJ Majors to recap how the Championship battles played out, plus:

The iRacing NASCAR game is in the works!
Joey Logano has developed into a clutch, championship-caliber racer
Does the championship race need to leave Phoenix?
Phoenix is going to Phoenix
Ryan Blaney’s impressive end-of-the-race drive
Two champions call in - Justin Allgaier & Joey Logano
Dale gives the two champs valuable advice on how to respond to text messages
The NASCAR world mourns the loss of Bobby Allison

During the Ask Jr. segment, listeners sent in questions regarding:

Advice for the pace car driver to avoid crashing at Phoenix
Dale Jr.’s conversation with Martin Truex at Phoenix this past weekend

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Dale Jr. On Martinsville Penalties: Why Integrity is a Shared Responsibility Nov 07, 2024

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On this episode of DJD Reloaded, Dale Jr. digs into the controversy surrounding NASCAR’s recent penalties after the Martinsville race. With stakes high and tempers flaring, Dale breaks down what these penalties mean for the drivers, teams, and the integrity of the sport itself. Are these measures really a deterrent against future infractions?

Then, Carla Gebhardt is joined by Kenny Wallace to discuss his brand-new show and his partnership with Kenny Schrader, as they dive into what fans can expect from the first episode of the Herm & Schrader Podcast on Nov. 13. Plus, Dale Jr. welcomes his wife Amy for an Ask Amy segment, where Amy talks about seeing Taylor Swift in concert and shares advice on engagement party gifts, while Dale Jr. dives into some hilarious hunting adventures.

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592 - Xfinity Champ 4: Let The Smack Talking Begin! Nov 06, 2024

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In anticipation for the NASCAR Championship weekend in Phoenix, Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with the NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship Four. AJ Allmendinger, Justin Allgaier, Cole Custer and Austin Hill enter the studio to air it all out ahead of the series finale race at Phoenix. They discuss:

How will they race around each other at Phoenix?
How will these four veterans handle the pressure?
With a one-race-wins-all format, are they put in a box with how aggressive they have to be?
What obstacles did each driver have to overcome this season to get to the Championship 4?
What’s it like for new Champ 4 contender Austin Hill vs. the three drivers who have been here before?
Who is the favorite this weekend?

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591 - Martinsville: How Do You Fix This? Nov 05, 2024

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Martinsville sure gave us plenty to talk about. After a controversial finish at Martinsville, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his wife Amy are in the studio to preview the NASCAR Championship weekend at Phoenix and give their thoughts on everything that went down during the final laps in the Cup race.

NASCAR made the right call with Christopher Bell
Race manipulation is difficult to prove, is there a fix?
Were Ross Chastain, Austin Dillon and Bubba Wallace playing defense?
Race car manufacturers’ influence needs to be scrutinized
How do you prevent race manipulation in the Playoffs format?
Race winner Ryan Blaney calls in
Who to bet on this weekend at Phoenix

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Inside the Playoffs: NASCAR Wives Tell All and Frankie Muniz Chases Racing Dreams Oct 31, 2024

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In this episode of DJD Reloaded, we are taking you into the intense world of NASCAR Playoffs, diving into the raw emotions and pressures that come with it. Morgan Bell and Jordan Fish, significant others of Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin, share the highs, lows, and superstitions of supporting drivers through the playoff grind. Then, Frankie Muniz joins to talk about his leap from Hollywood to the track, opening up about what fuels his competitive fire and the bond he’s building with fans as he takes on a new role as a full-time driver in the Truck Series. Plus, Dale Jr. reflects on the charity concert for the Carolinas put on by Luke Combs. He also shares a thrilling moment from the Commanders game, celebrating the highs, heartbreaks, and connections that make us all fans. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

590 - Ross Chastain: That Guy That Goes For It Oct 30, 2024

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with NASCAR Cup standout Ross Chastain to catch up with him and learn more about his progression to becoming one of the front runners in stock car racing. Since his last appearance on the Download, Ross has found his footing in the top echelon of stock cars and can be considered a threat to win week in and week out. Ross explains that the confidence that Trackhouse Racing owner Justin Marks has in him plays a huge role in that and having quality cars under him that he doesn’t feel the need to overdrive. Ross and Dale talk about the modern approach to being a Cup driver which involves a rigorous weekly routine of exercise and team interaction. Ross explains that through his time with Josh Wise at Wise Optimization, he’s learned to embrace his training routine and looks forward to running and cycling in the off-season.

The guys chat about Ross’ new partnership with Busch Beer and how it came about for the 2024 season. They also chat about Ross’ call with Rick Hendrick after his string of run-ins with some of Hendrick Motorsports racers, what he took away from the call, and how it shaped his approach to driving. Ross fills listeners in on his family’s watermelon farming company and what role that plays in his future. He explains that his brother Chad recently stepped away from pursuing a career in racing to help out more on the agriculture side, and he believes one day down the road he will follow suit.

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589: Racing In The Playoffs: "It's A Bar Fight Now" Oct 29, 2024

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. joins special co-host TJ Majors to react to the action packed NASCAR weekend at Homestead. After Tyler Reddick’s stunning last lap pass on Ryan Blaney to lock into the Championship Four, there was a lot to chat about:

Was Homestead a near perfect race?
What are Ryan Blaney’s regrets about the last corners of the race?
How does the NextGen run at Homestead compared to Xfinity cars?
The stage is set for a wild weekend in Martinsville
How will Hendrick Motorsports teammates handle the race on Sunday?
Teammate mentality in elimination races
Race winner Tyler Reddick calls into the show
Dale & TJ preview their Halloween plans

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