The Dale Jr. Download

What Did Dale Jr. Say Was Under Ralph Earnhardt's House?

Welcome back to the Dirty Thirty — where all you need is 30 mins to turn your week around. We had guest hosts, Mike's return to the mic, and a ton to unpack from our slate of shows. Noah Gragson & Chase Briscoe took over the Download and left a lasting impression, to say the least. They talked about how they became friends and the celebrity they couldn't believe they met in the infield at Atlanta. After that, Mike Davis and Kelley Earnhardt Miller discuss the origin of the Dale Jr. Download, Dale joining the show, and why Mike felt it was time to leave. During Actions Detrimental with Denny Hamlin, DH talks about the field's sentiment towards Hocevar and why he might not have gotten a push coming to the finish. And lastly, Dale reveals what his grandfather, Ralph Earnhardt, had underneath his house in Kannapolis. Catch us next time on Dirty Thirty! Don't forget to check out our merch at shop.dirtymomedia.com Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 17, 2026 29 min 6 annotations

Dale Jr. Has One Very Specific Request for His Funeral

Everything bad happens when Dale Jr. isn’t home… at least that’s what Amy is starting to believe. On this episode of Bless Your Heart, Dale and Amy are back at the beach house talking about the latest adventure that went wrong while Dale was away at the race. After a massive storm rolled through, Amy, Karsyn, and the girls found themselves stranded with a dead golf cart and had to push their way home. That leads to Dale building his case that Amy might be the reason his vehicles keep breaking down, including the story of what happened when she took his restored S-10 truck for a drive. The conversation doesn’t stop there. Dale reveals the one very specific song he wants played at his funeral, Amy shares her thoughts on his growing trading card obsession, and the two debate whether hobbies are ever really “too much.” Then they switch over to Ask Amy, where they answer fan questions about Freddie’s chair, pickle wine, favorite childhood memories at their grandparents’ houses, and the ultimate breakfast debate: pancakes, waffles, or French toast. It’s another episode full of stories, laughs, and the adventures that somehow always find Dale and Amy. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 16, 2026 75 min 6 annotations

Mike Davis Knew It Was Time To Leave The Dale Jr. Download

Mike Davis didn't set out to run a media company – he set out to help tell Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s story. Today, he's President of Dirty Mo Media, leading a company that's grown from a single podcast into a full network of shows, live events, and branded content across NASCAR, motorsports and new verticals outside of the racing world. In Part 1, Kelley Earnhardt Miller takes Mike back to the beginning: becoming Dale Jr.'s publicist during the Budweiser years, helping navigate the historic departure from DEI, and launching the original Dale Jr. Download with no business plan – just an instinct that NASCAR fans wanted more Dale Jr. content. That instinct turned into Dirty Mo Media. As the company grew beyond one show, Mike made the call to move from behind the mic as co-host of the Download to behind the scenes – becoming President and eventually an equity partner, focused on building the infrastructure, team, and strategy behind DMM's expansion. This is the story of how one NASCAR podcast became a media company, and the partnership that made it possible. Part 2 drops next week, where Mike and Kelley go deeper on what DMM looks like today and where it's headed next Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 15, 2026 60 min 11 annotations

Noah Gragson & Chase Briscoe: Doubting The Moon & Meeting Figgy Earnhardt

Dale Earnhardt Jr. was away, so Chase Briscoe and Noah Gragson invaded the Arby’s Studio to sit in for a new episode of Dirty Air. The guys bring the hilarity and recap NASCAR’s big weekend in Atlanta: Going fishing in Georgia Noah’s beef with Kevin Magnussen Hanging out during the rain delay with Figgy Earnhardt Chase buys his son a drum set Race winner Ryan Blaney calls into the show Bubba’s penalty was the right call The points standings are getting close During the Ask Jr. segment, fans sent in questions asking Chase and Noah about: Meeting the Costco Guys in Atlanta Top candy bars Noah’s time in military school Chase in solo-dad mode with the twins Favorite songs Their first big purchases Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 14, 2026 118 min 33 annotations

Dale Jr.'s Epic 2001 Celebration & Dale Sr.'s Leadership Lessons

Welcome back for another episode of the Dirty Thirty — where we take the very best from Dirty Mo Media's week in content and distill it into a small batch blend of our hosts and guests. To start us off, Dale Jr. talked about his famous 2001 win at Daytona, only a handful of months after his father passed away. He remembers the celebration, the faces, and the somber moment that came with the crowd that surrounded him. We had a reunion of driver and crew chief this week on Door Bumper Clear! Ward Burton brings his son Jeb Burton to join in the fun with Tommy Baldwin to tell stories from the glory days, and the time Tommy told him he was leaving the No. 22 ... until he wasn't. Denny Hamlin checks in with us about his battle with the No. 45 team, his luck, and what that means for his regular-season championship chase. And finally, Kelley Earnhardt talks with Jeff Gluck about the business lessons she learned from her dad and how she approaches leadership today. That's all for this week! Catch us next time on Dirty Thirty, next week. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 10, 2026 27 min 32 annotations

What Sounds Instantly Put Dale Jr. & Amy in a Good Mood?

Dale Jr. and Amy are back from the beach for another laid-back episode filled with vacation stories, parenting adventures, and plenty of unexpected tangents. From Fourth of July traditions in Charleston to the latest sports card obsession, there's no shortage of laughs along the way. The pair swap stories about raising kids, debate whether they'd ever officiate a wedding, and share the everyday sights and sounds that instantly put them in a good mood. Plus, Dale opens up about something he's noticed about himself that has him completely overthinking social interactions. If you've ever taken a family vacation, questioned your parenting, or wondered if you're the awkward one in the room, this episode is for you. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 09, 2026 59 min 16 annotations

How Dale Sr's Business Philosophy Lives On At JR Motorsports

What does it take to successfully lead one of NASCAR's top race teams? In this special Q&A episode of Business of Motorsports, Kelley Earnhardt Miller sits down with veteran NASCAR journalist Jeff Gluck to answer listener-submitted questions about leadership, business, culture, and the lessons that continue to shape how she runs JR Motorsports today. Kelley shares the biggest business principles she learned from her father, Dale Earnhardt, why she believes great companies are built around people, how she handles difficult conversations, and what aspiring motorsports professionals need to know about breaking into the industry. She also opens up about hiring, company culture, mentorship, NASCAR sponsorship, charter decisions, and balancing family with business. This episode of Business of Motorsports is sure to provide insight for anyone searching for an inside look into the day-to-day operations of running a successful NASCAR team. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 08, 2026 69 min 24 annotations

25 Years Later: Dale Jr. Remembers His July Win At Daytona

After a triumphant return to Chicagoland Speedway, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back behind the microphone with a new episode of Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to recap the weekend in Chicago and break down the biggest storylines from around the NASCAR garage, including: Dale has gone paperless thanks to Jamie McMurray The rain in Chicago was disruptive Zane Smith has been running too well to seek revenge Shane van Gisbergen gets even with Austin Hill Don't mess with the guys buried in the points Chevrolet and Ford continue to close the gap on Toyota Race winner Chase Briscoe joins the show During the Ask Jr. portion of the episode, listeners sent in questions about: TNT's feature on Dale's 2001 Fourth of July win What Dale remembers from that race celebration Dale's post-race hot dog-and-beer experience His preferred hot dog toppings Helmet swaps with other drivers The switch from open-face helmets to full-face helmets Dale's conversation with Chase Elliott after the O'Reilly race Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 07, 2026 89 min 107 annotations

The One Thing Keeping Dodge From The Cup Series...

Happy Fourth of July... Eve? We can think of no better way to kick off the holiday weekend than with a jam-packed episode of Dirty Thirty! Take 30 minutes and start your patriotic engines with Dirty Mo Media's best from this week. In Dirty Air, Dale Jr. describes his memorable trip up the Pacific Coast Highway—and why he keeps seeing Mini Jesuses everywhere. Over in Denny Hamlin's neck of the woods, the boys on Actions Detrimental talk SVG at Sonoma and his playoff chances. On Door Bumper Clear, Chris Rice answers the questions everyone's been asking about Dodge and RAM Race for the Seat Season 2. In this week's guest episode, Kelley Earnhardt Miller hosted Heather Gibbs for Business of Motorsports, where they discussed many topics. In this clip, Heather shares what she said to Samantha the day after Kyle Busch's passing. And to wrap it up, someone honked at Amy... and, boy, they shouldn't have. That's all for this week—see you next time on Dirty Thirty. Don't forget to get your merch at shop.dirtymomedia.com! Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 03, 2026 31 min 8 annotations

Someone Wouldn’t Stop Honking at Amy… Then This Happened

This week on Bless Your ‘Hardt, Dale Jr. and Amy are recording from the beach as they catch up on everything happening lately. Amy shares a story about confronting a driver who wouldn’t stop honking while she was trying to load the kids into the car, while Dale Jr. breaks down one of his biggest highway frustrations and why simple road courtesy seems to be disappearing. They also dive into whether expired food is actually still safe to eat, recap Isla’s first ride in a race car following Shane van Gisbergen’s Sonoma win, laugh over a wasp that somehow survived underwater, and share their plans for the Fourth of July. Plus, in this Ask Amy episode, they answer listener questions about Summer House, their Sonoma trip, favorite potato chips, pocket Jesuses, and more. Let us know in the comments: Would you eat unopened chips after the expiration date? And who’s right when it comes to merging onto the highway? Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 02, 2026 56 min 11 annotations

Heather Gibbs: Losing Coy, Charter Negotiations, & Ty's First Cup Win

When people hear the Gibbs name, most would think of NASCAR owner and Super Bowl champion Joe Gibbs. While Joe continues as the namesake of the motorsports powerhouse that is Joe Gibbs Racing, his daughter-in-law, Heather Gibbs, has stepped into a leadership role to help forge the future of the team. From her early days as a baker to her success as a realtor, and now her role as a Co-Owner of Joe Gibbs Racing, Heather has a wealth of experience and perspective in the business world across real estate, racing, and even baking cakes! In this episode of Business of Motorsports with Kelley Earnhardt, Gibbs addresses the emotions of seeing her son Ty get his first Cup victory, the frustrations of the charter negotiations, the sadness of losing her husband Coy, and how the race team could look when Joe passes on the torch. If you’re looking for business insight or just want to know more about Heather’s story, this is a fantastic interview. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 01, 2026 77 min 14 annotations

What Dale Jr. Thinks About Dodge's Rumored Return To NASCAR

After taking a week off to enjoy California during NASCAR’s West Coast swing, Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns to the Arby’s Studio for a new edition of Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to catch up on the last couple of weeks and recap the NASCAR weekend in Sonoma: San Diego Street Course felt like a big success A dive bar inspired Dale to hide miniature Jesuses How will the return to Chicagoland go? Dale’s Father’s Day trading card haul Taking a look at the NASCAR In-Season Tournament brackets Who can make some moves in the points standings? Sonoma race winner Shane Van Gisbergen joins the show During the Ask Jr. portion of the episode, listeners sent in questions regarding: Denny Hamlin’s costly spin at Sonoma Meeting Travis Kelce in San Diego Going to the I Bar after the race in San Diego TNT’s first broadcast of the year Dale’s 2005 Chicagoland victory Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 30, 2026 120 min 14 annotations

Is Hocevar & Heim NASCAR's Next Great Rivalry?

In case you've been living under a rock this week, we've had ourselves a week here at Dirty Mo Media — so why don't we take the best 30 mins, package it into a highlight show, just like we do every week. Deal? Deal. We start off with Dirty Air, where Carson "The Hurricane" Hocevar plays host for Dale Jr. while he's out doing something or other in California in between San Diego & Sonoma. Carson dives into the incident between him and first-time winner Corey Heim, the celebration the fans missed out on, and... oh yeah, Cleetus calls in. Next up, Denny Hamlin discusses the final battle between his two drivers, Tyler Reddick & Corey Heim. Did Tyler do the right thing by letting Corey go? DH's answer might surprise you. On Business of Motorsports with Kelley Earnhardt Miller, CEO of Lionel Racing, Howard Hitchcock explains the process of getting diecasts into consumers' hands, and how it takes longer than you might think. Lastly, Ray Evernham was a guest on Door Bumper Clear, along with Bozi Tatarevic, and we asked Ray when he knew Jeff Gordon was a star. That's all for this week! See you next time on Dirty Thirty. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 26, 2026 30 min 15 annotations

The Funniest Dale & Amy Moments of 2026 (So Far)

With Dale and Amy away in Sonoma this week, we're taking a look back at some of your favorite Bless Your 'Hardt moments from the first half of 2026. From Dale Jr.'s vacation phone disaster that triggered emergency crash alerts to the mystery of the accidentally stolen birthday cake, this episode is packed with the stories, laughs, and unforgettable moments that made the year so much fun. You'll also hear about Dale's latest trading card obsession, Nicole's hilarious candy trivia challenge, Gus the dog's winter weather struggles, and plenty of the everyday conversations that make Bless Your 'Hardt what it is. Whether you've been listening all year or you're just catching up, this collection of fan-favorite moments is the perfect way to relive some of the funniest and most memorable stories from the show so far. Thanks for listening, and we'll be back next week with an all-new episode of Bless Your 'Hardt! Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 25, 2026 47 min 2 annotations

The Secret Process Behind the NASCAR Diecast with Lionel Brands Group

Kelley Earnhardt Miller welcomes Howard Hitchcock and Richard Barry, the CEO and COO of Lionel Brands Group, to the Business of Motorsports for a conversation that pulls back the curtain on one of NASCAR's most beloved and misunderstood businesses. What most fans see as a toy or a souvenir is actually the product of a 12-to-18-month process involving complex CAD data from OEM tech centers, hand-applied waterslide decals, Chinese factory peak seasons, and approval chains that run through teams, NASCAR, Goodyear, and every single sponsor on the car. Howard and Richard break down why scarcity is not a bug but a feature, how the collapse of single-sponsor deals reshaped the entire product line, and why getting confetti placement right on a Chase Elliott victory car matters more than most people would ever imagine. They also get personal, talking about what drew Richard to invest in a brand with 126 years of history, why Howard collects presidential china, and how a three-year-old kid getting a diecast signed at a fan event captures everything this hobby is actually about. If you have ever wondered how a win on Sunday becomes a collectible in your hands months later, this is the conversation that explains it all. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 24, 2026 71 min 20 annotations

Carson Hocevar Took Over DJD For An Unforgettable Episode

There’s a hurricane in the Arby’s studio. That’s right – Carson Hocevar AKA ‘The Hurricane’ dropped by today to fill in for Dale Jr as our host for DJD – and this episode was unforgettable. Right out of the gate, Dale Facetimed Carson, thinking that taping had just ended, but in fact, it was just getting started. Carson filled everyone in on his relationship with spotter Tyler Green, how the two navigated Naval Base Coronado, and the winning celebration that every fan would’ve been talking about had Carson pulled off the victory. In typical Hocevar fashion, Carson gave his takes on Reddick’s sportsmanship while racing Heim for the win, his own run-in with Corey Heim, Noah Gragson’s heated discussion with Kevin Magnussen, and so much more from the race weekend in San Diego. Cleetus McFarland also calls into the show to talk for a quick minute, right before Carson gets back to more of his opinions on all things NASCAR. Plus, a Kay Adams update. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 23, 2026 125 min 14 annotations

Dale Jr Download LIVE From San Diego with Carson Hocevar

After what felt like the longest O'Reilly Series race of all-time, DJD was able to go live from San Diego for a great post-race show presented by Arby's and America's Navy. Dale, TJ and Freddie are joined by The Hurricane himself, Carson Hocevar, for the entirety of the show to talk about prepping on iRacing, Spire's standout performance, qualifying on the front row, and the unknowns of tire wear on the abrasive San Diego circuit. It was a late night but the gang brought the energy, so sit back and enjoy. THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 21, 2026 51 min 27 annotations

Dirty Mo Live from Naval Base Corando with Ryan Blaney

Ryan Blaney is joined by Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi LIVE from the Naval Base Coronado. The guy's chat about what it's like seeing an active Navy base turned into a NASCAR track, what their experiences were like coming out here, and what their call-signs would be. Where does SVG need to start for the field to have a shot? The Chase is finally back, but just how close do you need to be to have a shot? Some say top-6...but not Ryan Blaney. Ryan's mustache has been the talk of the garage, but what exactly did Roger Penske say when he saw it? Jeff and Ryan also blind rank drivers they would let babysit their kids. Plus, what it's like dealing with blowouts, upset llamas, and more. America’s Navy. Forged by the Sea. Start your journey at Navy.com. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 2026 60 min 15 annotations

Dale’s Daughter ‘Kinda’ Wants to Try Driving a Race Car

From bus doors getting destroyed to Michael Jordan's motivating words, and maybe even a future racer in the Earnhardt family - this week's Dirty Thirty is one for the history books. To start us off, Dale Jr. talks about broadcasting from an Aircraft carrier this weekend at San Diego, and the time he saw his bus have an issue live on TV at Pocono. Then, he and Amy talk about Nicole's ride in Justin Allgaier's car to victory lane — and how it may have sparked her interest in going racing someday. After that, the Door Bumper Clear crew discusses the Cup Series drivers' aggressiveness this year under the new points format. Over on Actions Detrimental, Denny Hamlin sets his goal for San Diego and Sonoma, and shares the words Michael Jordan said during a pre-season meeting with 23XI that sparked DH's tenacious approach to this year. Finally, Red Bull brethren and road course aces, Connor Zilisch & Shane van Gisbergen, discuss what they are expecting heading into the historic weekend in San Diego, racing on a Naval Base. That's all for this week! Don't forget to shop at shop.dirtymomedia.com Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 19, 2026 30 min 16 annotations

The Proposal Story Dale and Amy Still Love Telling

Dale and Amy are back with a new episode of Bless Your ’Hardt, and this one starts with a story they’ve told a thousand times but somehow never gets old: the proposal. On the anniversary of Dale asking Amy to marry him, they look back on the trip to Germany, the tiny church tied to Earnhardt family history, and the moment Amy turned around to find Dale on one knee. Amy had no clue it was coming, Dale was just trying to “hit a home run,” and somehow she was more surprised he had a ring than anything else. Honestly, she thought there was at least a chance he’d propose with a car. From there, Dale and Amy talk about Pocono, Justin Allgaier’s win, the girls in Victory Lane, and the moment Dale’s daughter casually admitted she “kinda” wants to try driving a race car. Just kinda. No big deal. Definitely not something for Dale to overthink at all. Plus, there’s a Bay Breeze drink of the week, Dale’s latest music rabbit hole, Hershey Park stories, a Mr. Goodbar conspiracy, beach essentials, San Diego plans, and plenty of BYH married-couple fun. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 18, 2026 80 min 6 annotations

SVG and Connor Zilisch on What to Expect in San Diego

As Dale Earnhardt Jr. prepares for the Prime Video broadcast of NASCAR’s inaugural trip to San Diego, he sits down with road racing experts Shane Van Gisbergen and Connor Zilisch. The guys visit the studio on the heels of the announcement that Red Bull will sponsor both of their cars at Naval Base Coronado. The deal also includes special edition cans of Red Bull featuring Shane and Connor. The guy’s chat about the impact Red Bull has had on motorsports and the importance of their return to NASCAR specifically. Speaking of San Diego, the guys chat about the seemingly daunting course that has been laid out over Naval Base Coronado. Both Shane and Connor have spent time on the simulator to prepare, and they’ve both paid visits to the site as the course has been under construction. With a length of nearly three-and-a-half miles, the track will be the longest that Cup has competed on since their visit to Road America in 2022. Dale Jr. ponders what NASCAR’s protocol on caution periods will be, as laps under yellow will take nearly six minutes to complete. The interview also discusses growing pains in the Cup Series, what each driver learned during their time in the O’Reilly Series, and what is on the horizon for Trackhouse Racing. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 17, 2026 71 min 89 annotations

ANOTHER Brad Keselowski Wreck that Dale and TJ Disagree On

Fresh off a weekend at Pocono, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in the studio this week for a new edition of Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to recap Denny Hamlin’s third straight victory and the magic behind the 11 team as of late: - Race-winning crew chief Chris Gayle joins the show - Denny is consistently the best on long-run speed - How will NASCAR handle the cautions in San Diego? - The battle for the regular-season points championship is narrowing - Who was at fault in the big wreck at Pocono? - Josh Berry and the Wood Brothers are parting ways - This new practice/qualifying protocol makes it tough to dig your way out During the Ask Jr. part of the episode, listeners sent in questions regarding: - Jimmie Johnson vs. Jimmie Jam - Calling the race from an aircraft carrier in San Diego - Drivers becoming crew chiefs - Go-to AC/DC songs - Favorite boxing matches Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 16, 2026 108 min

Another Week, Another Hocevar Debate...

Have a seat, grab your beverage of choice, and crank up the volume because Dirty Thirty is back again for another round! Dale Earnhardt Jr. starts off the powered-up 30 minutes of fun with another debate surrounding the most polarizing driver in NASCAR currently — Carson Hocevar. Over on Door Bumper Clear, Bubba Wallace and Riley Herbst talk about being teammates, but we end their portion with a joke Bubba told some Navy Seals that had the whole room laughing. For this week's guest interview, Reed Sorenson reveals the moment he was brought to tears over losing his seat, and why he left Ganassi when he did. After a quick message from Dale Jr. about our plans for San Diego, Denny Hamlin discusses his win total and how high he thinks it takes him. And lastly, we've heard her name quite a bit on Bless Your 'Hardt, but now it's time you meet her. Katie, Amy's sister, recalls the first time she ever met Dale Jr. That's all for this week! Don't forget to check out our merch at shop.dirtymomedia.com Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 12, 2026 30 min 7 annotations

What Amy's Sister Really Thought of Dale Jr...

Amy's sister Katie is finally joining the podcast! In this special family episode, the two reminisce about growing up in Texas, the childhood stories they still laugh about, and the sibling memories that somehow never fade. From the first time Katie met Dale to their family's lifelong George Strait obsession, no topic is off limits. Katie also shares the story behind the hand-me-down jacket she got from Amy almost 20 years ago and why she still has it today. The sisters look back on kitchen dance parties with their dad, the infamous belly button crab story, and the family traditions that shaped them. It's a conversation full of nostalgia, laughter, and the kind of stories only sisters can tell. If you've ever wondered what Amy was like growing up or just love hearing the hilarious lore every family seems to have, this episode is for you. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 11, 2026 45 min

Reed Sorenson: NASCAR's Next Phenom That Almost Was

Dale Earnhardt Jr. invites a one-time rising star in the NASCAR garage, Georgia’s own Reed Sorenson. After having a meteoric rise from the American Speed Association to becoming a development driver for Chip Ganassi Racing, Reed was on everyone’s radar in stock car racing. He would enter the O’Reilly Series ranks in winning fashion, just narrowly missing out on Rookie of the Year honors to NASCAR Hall of Famer Carl Edwards. Ganassi tabbed him to replace Casey Mears in the Cup Series, and before Reed knew it, he was living his racing dreams at the young age of 20. Once there, though, Reed quickly realized that every rung up the ladder in racing brought more challenges, and a series of missteps and bad deals would leave him searching for a stable opportunity in racing. Reed comes from a racing family. His father, Brad, was a longtime mainstay in the Southeast late model scene, running local tracks like Lanier on a weekly basis and even making a Busch Grand National start in 1992. Once Reed was old enough to reach the pedals, though, his family focused completely on his racing endeavors. He’d start out in quarter midgets and win his way across North America before graduating to Legend cars. Legend cars led to late models, and Reed caught the eye of Lorin Ranier during his time racing with ASA, which helped facilitate his introduction to Ganassi. Reed would experience the triumph of being one of the sports’ top prospects before years of dealing with the cruel reality of the world of racing. Dale Jr. and Reed discuss his rapid ascent to the NASCAR Cup grid, his near-misses and opportunities, and his departure from full-time racing. Check out Dirty Mo Media on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 10, 2026 92 min 72 annotations