The Dale Jr. Download

113 - Charlotte: Nothing To Lose

13 Oct 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. addresses his run in with Carl Edwards and the misfortune of oil on the track at Charlotte; Jim McCoy, Director of Sports Marketing...

112 - Dover: Can Opener Is Working Nice

06 Oct 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives analysis about the insanity at Dover; his mom, Brenda Jackson, relives the experience on Takes A Nation; JR Nation expresses ...

111 - New Hampshire: Dale No

29 Sep 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. is ready to shake off the disappointing run in New Hampshire and look ahead to Dover; JR Nation vents frustrations on Reaction Thea...

110 - Chicago: Hustle And No Flow

22 Sep 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. reveals his thoughts on the disrupted flow of the Chicago race for the No. 88 team. Dale's Road Manager Tyler Overstreet joins Tak...

109 - Richmond: The Chase Checklist

15 Sep 2015

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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 races of the se...

108 - Darlington: Blast From The Past

08 Sep 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. breaks down his frustrations from Darlington and the rewards of a hard run; an announcement is made during the Take's A Nation segm...

107 - Bristol: 'We had a good time actually...'

25 Aug 2015

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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 Backer joins Take'...

106 - Michigan: 'That Was Pretty Interesting...'

18 Aug 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. analyzes the results of the new aero package at Michigan; Everyone including Reaction Theatre callers weighs in on Regan Smith's Mi...

105 - Watkins Glen: Left Fuming

11 Aug 2015

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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 on Reaction The...

104 - Pocono: Wait, We Finished Where?!

04 Aug 2015

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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 manager Tyler ...

103 - Indy: If You Can't Win, Then Why Gamble?

28 Jul 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. addresses the No. 88 Nationwide team's late race strategy; MRN Announcer Dave Moody calls; fans are in an uproar on Reaction Theatr...

102 - New Hampshire: Gritty Weekend

21 Jul 2015

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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 Busch; Interior S...

101 - Kentucky: 'Here's the low down on that...'

14 Jul 2015

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After a long night in Kentucky, Dale Earnhardt Jr. details what went wrong with the brakes on the No. 88 Nationwide Chevrolet. Fans weigh in on Danic...

100 - Daytona: Late Night Shift

07 Jul 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets second win of the season and sixteenth win at Daytona. Steve Letarte joins and breaks down NBC's first broadcast of the year....

99 - Sonoma: Road Trip

30 Jun 2015

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With new sponsor Windows10 on his car, Dale Earnhardt Jr. scored his second consecutive top-10 at Sonoma. Team engineer Travis Peterson joins the podc...

98 - Junior's Nation

23 Jun 2015

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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 unique stori...

97 - Michigan: Super Soaker

16 Jun 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his near-win in the rain-shortened race at Michigan; Fox pit reporter Matt Yocum calls; champion late model driver Josh B...

96 - MECCA OF TRIFECTA

09 Jun 2015

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Known for its triangle-shaped configuration, Pocono was unable to deliver a third consecutive victory to Dale Earnhardt Jr; Fans are split on “React...

95 - Dover: Comin' In Hot

02 Jun 2015

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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 Igdalsky calls ...

94 - Charlotte: Are We There Yet?

26 May 2015

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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 third-place finish...

93 - All Star: Finding Grip

19 May 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares insight into the dual zone tire used at Charlotte. TJ Majors makes a fan's day during Reaction Theatre. Plus, Dale Jr.'s lo...

92 - Kansas: Third Time's A Charm

12 May 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives good insight into the 88 team's third place run in Kansas; A Reaction Theatre caller makes TJ Majors blush; Dale's childhood ...

91 - Talladega: We Won! Let's Celebrate!

05 May 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets his first win of the season and sixth win at Talladega. JR Nation helps celebrate with an extended Reaction Theatre! Hoste...

90 - Richmond: 'Some Days Are Diamonds...'

28 Apr 2015

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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 with Tony Stewart...

89 - Bristol: When There's A Wheel, There's A Way

21 Apr 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. fights back to finish 16th despite early wheel problems at Bristol; Fans join in not only on Reaction Theatre but also on “Takes ...

88 - Texas: 'Get Outta My Way, I'm Coming Through'

14 Apr 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares what makes a driver show his aggressive side as he recounts his run in Texas. Dirty Mo Radio goes International in the Nati...

87 - Martinsville: Bad Vibrations

31 Mar 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses the issues on the 88 Diet Mountain Dew chevy that led to a long day at Martinsville. Reaction Theatre callers unleash th...

86 - California: March Madness

24 Mar 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares his opinion on the restarts in California and applauds team for improvements in the car. JR Nation has some choice words du...

85 - Phoenix: Blown Opportunity

17 Mar 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares his thoughts on the blown right rear tire and 43rd place finish in Phoenix. TJ Majors details the group's sightseeing trip ...

84 - Las Vegas: 'I'm ready to get them drunk'

10 Mar 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. explains the team’s gamble and reiterates his yearning to win; Team member Adam Jordan joins the show; J.R. Rhodes revisits a cla...

83 - Atlanta: We Found A Cheerleader

03 Mar 2015

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. says that, surprisingly, Greg Ives can pump him up; Fans voice displeasure in Jimmie Johnson’s win; Team members join the show. ...

82 - Daytona 500: "It was a great race until..."

24 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Dale Earnhardt Jr. fell just short of winning his third Daytona 500; Fans are in an upheaval on Reaction Theatre; Dirty Mo Posse member tells of all-t...

81 - Sprint Unlimited: Sun's Out, Guns Out

17 Feb 2015

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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 Daytona quali...

80 - Homestead: Season Finale

18 Nov 2014

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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 lovefest on Rea...

79 - Phoenix: A Farewell to Steve

11 Nov 2014

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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. Hosted...

78 - Texas: "Excuse my language...but damn!"

04 Nov 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. recounts his hard fought 6th place finish in Texas. A Reaction Theatre call reminds Mike Davis of the time he was punched by a fan...

77 - Martinsville: Tick Tock Junior Won A Clock!

28 Oct 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets his fourth win of the season and first ever grandfather clock! JR Nation helps celebrate with an extended version of Reaction...

76 - Talladega: "We knew this wasn't gonna be easy..."

21 Oct 2014

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Officially out of the running for the Sprint Cup Championship, Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives JR Nation a pep talk; there's still four more trophies to win....

75 - Charlotte: Down But Not Out

14 Oct 2014

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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 in while on ...

74 - Kansas: "I'm not knockin Goodyear..."

07 Oct 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets candid about the blown tire in Kansas; TJ Majors looks ahead to Charlotte; A Reaction Theatre caller almost leaves us speechle...

73 - Dover: "That was hard to watch."

30 Sep 2014

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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 on the mood of...

72 - Loudon: "We dodged a big bullet"

23 Sep 2014

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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 loose wheel on Sun...

71 - Chicago: A Nation Divided?

16 Sep 2014

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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. gets his turn ...

70 - Richmond: Game On

09 Sep 2014

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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 out of you (esp...

69 - Atlanta: "Some damn body got the bright idea..."

02 Sep 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives exclusive insight into the 88 team’s performance last Sunday at Atlanta, including one thing that left him scratching his h...

68 - Bristol: Crash Course

26 Aug 2014

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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 amidst the c...

67 - Michigan: "What do I do if a fight starts?"

19 Aug 2014

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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 it turns out...

66 - Watkins Glen: Wedding Planner

12 Aug 2014

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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. H...

65 - Pocono II: Sweep Song

05 Aug 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. WINS Pocono again! Junior Nation sings with joy on Reaction Theater; team members Steve Letarte, Joe Slingerland and T.J. Majors sh...

64 - Indianapolis: Peeing off the Pagoda

29 Jul 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr discusses his day at the Brickyard; TJ Majors’ bladder becomes issue once again; Reaction Theater makes Mike Hoag angry. Hoste...

63 - Favorite Moments of 2014

22 Jul 2014

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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 exciting news from...

62 - New Hampshire: Straight Whuppin'

15 Jul 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. finished 10th at New Hampshire but says they got “whupped” by Brad Keselowski. He shares his mentality during rough races; J.R....

61 - Daytona: Accidents Happen

08 Jul 2014

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The multi-car wreck wasn’t Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s only accident on Sunday. Junior rehashes Daytona; radio legend Barney Hall tells stories & ponders...

60 - Kentucky: Conquering Kenbumpy Speedway

01 Jul 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. & the 88 team muster a top five at Kentucky despite troublesome bumps, an unruly car, and Hoag’s shirt; tire-changer Joe Slingerl...

59 - Sonoma: Road Course Ringer

24 Jun 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. checks in after his career-best finish at Sonoma; Mike Hoag details the group’s sightseeing trip to San Francisco. Hosted by...

58 - Michigan: "We Left Newman!"

17 Jun 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr shares his thoughts on the 7th place run at Michigan. Mike Hoag recounts Junior's moment of panic after leaving Ryan Newman at the ...

57 - Pocono: Junior Wins!

10 Jun 2014

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Straight from his celebration party, Dale Jr. shares his thoughts on a thrilling victory at Pocono; Reaction Theatre callers raise the bar on hilariou...

56 - Dover: The Dale Guys

03 Jun 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. breaks down his race at Dover; the group of college buddies known as “The Dale Guys” talk about their impromptu dinner with Jun...

55 - Charlotte:" Donkey's Goin' Crazy"

27 May 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives analysis on a disappointing 19th-place finish at Charlotte. But it’s what happened later that we seem to be most intereste...

54 - All Star: Pushin Like a Dump Truck

20 May 2014

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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. Hosted...

53 - Kansas: Junior's Response

13 May 2014

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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 after a wee...

52 - Talladega: Hard Lessons Learned

06 May 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares his candid thoughts on a disappointing finish at Talladega; fans share their emotion on Reaction Theatre. Hosted by Simp...

51 - Richmond: Fires, Feuds and Fightin’

29 Apr 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. rehashes his altercation with Tony Stewart years ago, this after Saturday’s feisty race at Richmond that had tempers flaring and ...

50 - A Battle Is Brewing

22 Apr 2014

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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 at JR Motorsp...

49 - Darlington: "Sorry, My Dogs Are Barkin"

15 Apr 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. calls an audible on the final pit stop and nearly wins Darlington; caller brings hip-hop flare to Reaction Theatre. Hosted by S...

48 - Texas: Mud Tires, Toilets, and a Last-Place Finish

08 Apr 2014

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A sloppy, rainy weekend at Texas got worse for Dale Earnhardt Jr on Monday. Our Texas correspondent "Dan The Junior Fan" provides insight from the inf...

47 - Martinsville: Hurt Feelings & Bird Fingers

01 Apr 2014

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With Dale Earnhardt Jr. in studio & Steve Letarte on the phone, we break down Martinsville and ask the important question: Can Keselowski fight? H...

46 - California: "We’re Gonna Drop It On A Block"

25 Mar 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives his thoughts on crazy endurance race in California; we award SPY sunglasses to the happiest Reaction Theater caller. Host...

45 - Bristol: "They Need To Calm The Hell Down!"

18 Mar 2014

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A whacky day at Bristol saw ill tempers, crazy wrecks, and a bizarre finish. Dale Earnhardt Jr. had much to say afterward. And judging by Reaction The...

44 - Las Vegas: Running on Empty

11 Mar 2014

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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 surprising news of h...

43 - Phoenix: Playing with house money.

03 Mar 2014

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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? We can only ho...

42 - Daytona 500: Jr's at the bar, pull up a chair.

25 Feb 2014

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Mike Hoag check in with Dirty Mo Radio from the Daytona 500 champion’s tour. More specifically, from the hotel bar! Plus, Re...

41 - Daytona: Where's Junior's Coat?

18 Feb 2014

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Recapping the 2014 Sprint Unlimited, plus solving the mystery of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s missing coat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See ...

40 - Homestead

18 Nov 2013

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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

11 Nov 2013

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. scores another top-5; comparing this year’s Chase to 2004; Reaction Theatre brings diverse opinions once again. Hosted by Sim...

38 - Texas II with Dale Jr., Steve Letarte, and TJ Majors

04 Nov 2013

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Dale Earnhardt Jr., Steve Letarte, and TJ Majors are all on the podcast today after a 2nd-place finish at Texas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz ...

37 - Martinsville II with Wendy Venturini

28 Oct 2013

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Dale Earnhardt Jr scores another top-10; Fox Sports 1 reporter Wendy Venturini dishes on her incredibly candid interview with Junior. Hosted by Si...

36 - Talladega II with TJ Majors

21 Oct 2013

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Reviewing another near miss for Dale Jr. and company at Talladega with T.J. Majors and Twitter’s @WestCoastGal88. Also, fans blew up Reaction Theatr...

35 - Charlotte II

14 Oct 2013

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Hilarious interaction between Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his fans helps lift our spirits after a 15th-place finish at Charlotte. Hosted by Simplecast,...

34 - Kansas II with Rob Lopes

08 Oct 2013

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. leaves Kansas with third straight top-10. Tire specialist Rob Lopes discusses tires, tracks, and working with Junior. Hosted b...

33 - Dover with nascarcasm

30 Sep 2013

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. nearly misses victory at Dover - Twitter's own @nascarcasm sneaks away from work to call in. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...

32 - New Hampshire with Jenna Fryer, Eddie Gossage and Mike Hoag

23 Sep 2013

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. finishes 6th at NHMS - Jenna Fryer with Chase analysis - Eddie Gossage on opportunity for Texas fans. Hosted by Simplecast, an...

31 - Chicago with TJ Majors

16 Sep 2013

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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 and what has ...

30 - Richmond with Ryan McGee and Steve Letarte

09 Sep 2013

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Did Junior cause Bowyer's spin at Richmond? Junior weighed in. Now we do. Huge podcast with Ryan McGee and Steve Letarte. Hosted by Simplecast, an...

29 - Atlanta with Jeff Dickerson

03 Sep 2013

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Dale Jr. pads his Chase cushion and substitute spotter Jeff Dickerson talks about working with Junior and the crazy late-race restarts. Hosted by ...

28 - Bristol II with Marty Smith

26 Aug 2013

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To pit or not to pit? Fireworks from intense Bristol carry over, and ESPN's Marty Smith joins us with the pedal matted. Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

27 - Michigan II with Dale Jr. and Bob Pockrass

19 Aug 2013

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A blown tire has JR Nation fuming as Earnhardt's contending race car finishes 36th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com ...

26 - Watkins Glen with Matthew Berry

12 Aug 2013

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Strong feelings expressed in Reaction Theatre after a crash & 30th-place finish. Plus, ESPN's Matthew Berry joins us on Speed Dial. Hosted by Sim...

25 - Pocono II with Dale Earnhardt Jr.

05 Aug 2013

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A top-five finish at Pocono and an embarrassing story that Dale Jr. has never told before. Until now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Se...

24 - Indianapolis with Mike Hoag and Laura Scott

29 Jul 2013

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Recapping Indianapolis & sharing behind-the-scenes hilarity from Dale Jr's media tour in New York. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...

23 - Summer Off Weekend with Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Carter Johnson

22 Jul 2013

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. dishes on black eyes, bird fingers, and big hair. Plus, YouTube sensation Carter Johnson makes a splash on his podcast debut. H...

22 - New Hampshire with Dale Earnhardt Jr.

15 Jul 2013

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Never-before-told stories of life on the road by Dale Earnhardt Jr., plus a recap of New Hampshire. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See ...

21 - Daytona

08 Jul 2013

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What we know -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. finished 8th at Daytona. Everything else is up for debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ad...

20 - Kentucky

01 Jul 2013

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Recapping the insanity at Kentucky, plus Kelley Earnhardt Miller joins the team in-studio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...

19 - Sonoma

24 Jun 2013

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Huge Dale Jr. recap podcast with Steve Letarte & TJ Majors, plus a Reaction Theatre for the ages. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pc...

18 - Michigan

17 Jun 2013

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A Superman paint scheme & four-second lead didn't prevent troubles for Dale Jr. at Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...

17 - Pocono

10 Jun 2013

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Dale Jr finishes 3rd at Pocono & plays joke on his PR manager. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

16 - Dover

03 Jun 2013

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Dale Jr.'s 10th-place at Dover wasn't the end of his eventful day on Sunday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf...

15 - Charlotte

27 May 2013

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Recapping an eventful 600 and talking to the man himself, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf...

14 - All-Star Race

20 May 2013

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No gloves came off in the All-Star race, but they might've for Most Popular Driver race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz...