Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes longtime NASCAR commentator and his former NBC co-worker Rick Allen to the Download this week. The two discuss Rick’s upbringing, time together in the booth, and Allen’s departure from NBC following the 2024 season.After growing up as a track and field collegiate star in Nebraska and competing on a professional level internationally, Rick first found his way into a commentator’s booth through boredom. Rick explains that during track and field events at the University of Nebraska, he began picking up the microphone and saying traditional phrases such as “quiet for the start please” and “the event is about to begin”. He found that he enjoyed the experience and asked for more opportunities, which began with a women’s gymnastics meet. When the hired commentator for the university’s football team didn’t show up, Rick was in the right place at the right time and became the voice of the Cornhuskers for ten years.Rick’s journey into auto racing came thanks to a University of Nebraska alumni and donor, who purchased nearby Eagle Raceway. Despite having no experience in racing, he invited Rick to call the races through the summer. While there, Rick caught the ear of longtime NASCAR official Tom Deery who recommended he send a demo tape in to FOX and NBC, who were getting ready to take over NASCAR’s broadcasting duties. After a rocky start, Rick became the voice of the NASCAR Truck Series and went on to become synonymous with the sport until leaving NBC at the end of the 2024 season. The interview covers Rick’s rise to becoming the voice of the Cup Series, working with Dale Jr. in the booth, some of his iconic moments behind the mic, and what he’s up to this year. Dirty Mo Media is launching a new e-commerce merch line! They’ve got some awesome Dale Jr. Download merch on the site. Visit shop.dirtymomedia.com to check out all the new stuff.And for more content check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMediaMust be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts, or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York.
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1:41:41
Cleetus McFarland’s Gift & Return to Rockingham
Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns to the studio after Easter weekend for a new episode of Dirty Air. He is joined by co-host TJ Majors to recap their holidays and the exciting return to Rockingham:Dale and Cleetus McFarland’s Talladega AdventureThe Return of the RockWould Cup be good at Rockingham?Jesse Love’s disqualificationThe Xfinity race ending was roughSammy Smith has risen to the occasionChampionship back to HomesteadNASCAR Hall of Fame nomineesDuring the Ask Jr. segment of the episode, listeners sent in questions regarding:Wreck retaliationThe upcoming NFL draftCars that Dale regrets getting rid ofWhat translates best from sim racing to actual racing? Dirty Mo Media is launching a new e-commerce merch line! They’ve got some awesome Dale Jr. Download merch on the site. Visit shop.dirtymomedia.com to check out all the new stuff.And for more content check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Must be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts, or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York.
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1:53:31
Bless Your 'Hardt - Time Travel, Aliens, & 2000 Crickets
Amy Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt Jr. are back for another episode of Bless Your ‘Hardt. On today’s show, Amy and Dale unveil their new “Cocktail of the Day” presented by High Rock Vodka, and debate the nation’s hottest topic: is time travel real? Which naturally leads to a conversation about Bigfoot and aliens. Dale recaps his day spent with Cleetus McFarland in Talladega, which includes him driving the Dale truck. Finally, we close out the show with an extended version of #AskAmy, covering everything from Easter to Space to why 2000 crickets lived in Dale’s best friend’s bedroom for months.High Rock Chocolate Espresso Martini Recipe:2 oz. of Chocolate Coffee Sippin' Cream1.5 oz. High Rock Vodka2 oz. Cold Brew CoffeeGarnish:7 oz Chocolate Bunny - Chop ears off to pour in cocktailWhipped CreamFestive Sprinkles You can find out where to buy High Rock Vodka near you by visiting their website at https://highrockvodka.com and clicking “Find in Store.” Must be 21 or older to enjoy. Please drink responsibly.
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1:05:14
Edwin McCain: The Song That Saved His Career & The Story He Can Finally Tell
Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes Top-40 music artist and longtime NASCAR fan Edwin McCain to the Download to chat about his journey from a humble, local music scene to writing one of the most memorable songs in history. Edwin also shares how Dale Jr.'s 2001 July Daytona win had a profound impact on his life. After being born in Greenville, South Carolina, Edwin was put up for adoption but admits he has never sought out much information about his biological mother. Dale and Edwin relate on the experience of asking parents hard questions at the end of their lives to get the real picture of their upbringing. Edwin explains he began playing music at an early age after struggling in school due to dyslexia. He and Dale chat about the music they enjoyed growing up and what musicians were a major influence on Edwin, and led him to pick up a guitar.Edwin gives listeners an idea of what the music scene was like in the mid-90s, when he, Dave Matthews and Hootie and the Blowfish were finding their way to major record label contracts. Edwin admits that his signing was largely thanks to the kindness of Hootie, who asked Atlantic Records to give him a shot. After an underperforming debut, in part due to Edwin’s disconnection from the project, Edwin saved his career with the smash hit “I’ll Be,” which remains one of the greatest love songs ever written. Edwin talks candidly about developing an addiction problem and his journey to rehab. Today, he is on the other side of hardship and celebrating the release of his new album “Lucky,” which is his first new release in almost 15 years.Dirty Mo Media is launching a new e-commerce merch line! They’ve got some awesome Dale Jr. Download merch on the site. Visit shop.dirtymomedia.com to check out all the new stuff.And for more content check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Must be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts, or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York.
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2:03:28
Bristol: We’re Talking About The Wrong Thing
Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns to the studio after racing in Georgia this weekend and reacts to the NASCAR race at Bristol. With most of the industry discussing how to fix the NextGen car’s short track problems, Dale Jr. weighs in with his takes:· CARS Tour and Dale head to Cordele· Kyle Larson puts an Xfinity Series target on his back· A weekend of Larson dominance· What can we do to fix the NextGen car’s aero problems· A total lack of passing and action· Promoters won’t stand for this much longer· Grading the Cup field so far in the seasonDuring the Ask Jr. portion of the episode, Dale Jr. took questions regarding:· Traveling in Canada· Rafting adventures· A Kyle Larson sprint car wing panel Dirty Mo Media is launching a new e-commerce merch line! They’ve got some awesome Dale Jr. Download merch on the site. Visit shop.dirtymomedia.com to check out all the new stuff.And for more content check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia Must be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts, or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York.
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 raises the bar with unparalleled perspective, candid commentary, and fascinating, first-person insight into the life of a broadcaster, celebrated racer.
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