Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with longtime RCR engine builder and racing lifer Danny Lawrence for a deep, story-driven conversation about what made Dale Earnhardt one of the most intense, misunderstood, and brilliant competitors NASCAR has ever seen. From the famous “I’d rather blow up leading” Daytona gamble, to the truth behind cheating myths, to why the RCR garage felt like standing in the middle of a busy street, Danny shares stories that fans have never heard before. This episode pulls back the curtain on Earnhardt’s preparation, discipline, instincts, and the culture that surrounded the No. 3 team. They also talk about the future of NASCAR, the Xfinity Series, mentorship, loyalty, and why racing was never “just a job” for the people who lived it. Chapters: 0:00 – Danny Lawrence joins the Download 4:50 – “We were making history” 7:55 – The raw fish story 8:45 – “Those hats aren’t selling” 10:30 – Life inside the RCR garage 19:20 – The Daytona engine gamble 21:40 – Dale’s mechanical instincts 31:50 – Cheating myths explained 35:40 – The famous foot-under-the-car photo 45:20 – Why Danny never walked away 55:00 – Dale’s softer side 1:05:00 – What Dale would think today 1:12:00 – Why these stories matter THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Follow Dirty Mo Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMoMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/DirtyMoMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtymomedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtymomedia_ All About Dirty Mo Media: https://www.dirtymomedia.com FanDuel: 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.

In this classic Dale Jr. Download episode, originally aired October 28, 2019, nobody in NASCAR has quite the reputation for being a true bada** like Ricky Rudd. One of the toughest drivers in the sport’s history, Ricky recalls his harrowing 1984 Busch Clash crash and why he raced the Daytona 500 just days later with his eyelids taped open. He shares the story behind Rusty Wallace’s “Rubberhead” nickname and how he finally settled his long-standing feud with Dale Earnhardt. From adrenaline junkie to career revival, Ricky reflects on his legacy in this unforgettable interview. THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Follow Dirty Mo Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMoMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/DirtyMoMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtymomedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtymomedia_ All About Dirty Mo Media: https://www.dirtymomedia.com Chapters 00:00 Welcome to DJD Classics 02:45 Life After Racing 08:54 The Transition to Stock Car Racing 11:58 Family Ties 24:48 From Family Cars to Professional Racing 27:50 Transitioning to Richard Childress Racing 32:43 Friendships and Rivalries in Racing 35:50 The Emotional Impact of Team Changes 43:24 The Race That Changed Everything 46:08 Confrontations and Resolutions 56:23 Surviving the Daytona Crash 01:00:37 The Aftermath of Injury and Recovery

In this episode of DJD Classics, Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with the one and only Stone Cold Steve Austin for a no-holds-barred look at wrestling history. From developing the Stone Cold name to his early days as the Ringmaster, Steve dives into the heel life, trash-talking, and the creative freedom that comes with being the bad guy. Hear all about the blood-soaked matches, the legendary WrestleMania 13 double turn, working with icons like Bret Hart and The Rock, and the brutal realities of life in the ring. From beer bashing to making yourself bleed, Austin shares the stories, struggles, and moments that defined him as a superstar — and why fans couldn’t help but love him even when he was the heel. Steve also opens up about the physical and mental toll of wrestling, his major injuries, and the challenges of walking away from the life he loved. Even after retiring, he stayed connected to the business, mentoring young talent and hosting shows like Tough Enough to help the next generation of wrestlers. This is the ultimate tell-all for wrestling fans and anyone curious about the man behind Austin 3:16. ___________________________________ THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Follow Dirty Mo Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMoMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/DirtyMoMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtymomedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtymomedia_ All About Dirty Mo Media: https://www.dirtymomedia.com Chapters: 0:00 Welcome to DJD 2:26 What Is Broken Skull Ranch? 4:10 Life In Texas 11:29 Westling - The Beginning 15:07 The "Stone Cold" Persona 20:56 Heel to Babyface 24:00 The Birth of Stone Cold Steve Austin 35:40 Monday Night Wars 40:11 The Challenges of Retirement 46:50 The Future of Wrestling 51:30 Memorable Matches 56:24 The Art of Bleeding 1:02:21 Iconic Beer Bashing Origin 1:04:40 Life After Wrestling

Perhaps no other driver in NASCAR history earned a similar off-track relationship with Dale Earnhardt as Rusty Wallace. Unsurprisingly, it was Rusty's gritty racing style that garnered that admiration, and while Dale Sr. and Rusty stayed fierce racing rivals, they also spent many years vacationing together. In this episode of DJD Classics, which originally aired 3/25/2019, hear all about Rusty's rise to the top of the racing ranks, from his initial big break to capping off a Hall of Fame career. Rusty recounts his decision to retire early and pursue another passion of his - calling races on TV and MRN. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction & Rusty's Dealerships 02:07 Rusty Wallace's Role In Radio 07:36 Dale Earnhardt & Rusty Wallace's Friendship 11:24 Off Track Buddies, On Track Rivals 13:29 "Just Selling T-Shirts!" 15:08 When Did Rusty Meet Dale Earnhardt? 18:11 The Water Bottle Incident 24:09 Jealous of Jeff Gordon? 25:00 When Rusty Wrecked Darrell Waltrip 31:32 The Effect Of Fans' Responses 32:46 Rusty Learning To Drive Road Courses 40:15 Retired From Racing Too Early? 49:55 The Truth Behind The Beer Battles 51:59 Rusty's Family Life 57:52 Sardines & Stealing Dale's Steering Wheel THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Follow Dirty Mo Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMoMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/DirtyMoMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtymomedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtymomedia_ All About Dirty Mo Media: https://www.dirtymomedia.com

Few people in motorsports have achieved the same level of accomplishments and notoriety as Tony Stewart. In this DJD Classics episode, originally aired on April 26, 2023, the NASCAR Hall of Famer shares his perspective on the internal clock every racer faces as they age, his experiences learning and competing in NHRA, and how he met his wife, Leah Pruett, thanks to an introduction from another racing legend, Don "The Snake" Prudhomme. Tony’s no-holds-barred attitude and blunt honesty have made him a fan favorite on the Dale Jr. Download. This episode looks back to his first appearance in 2019, just after retiring from NASCAR and in the middle of an extensive sprint car schedule, as he discusses his journey from IndyCar to NASCAR, his history of run-ins with Dale Jr., and working together at superspeedways. ___________________________________________________ THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Follow Dirty Mo Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMoMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/DirtyMoMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtymomedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtymomedia_ All About Dirty Mo Media: https://www.dirtymomedia.com Chapters 0:00 Welcome to DJD Classics 0:16 Lifestyle Changes 9:58 Tony’s Sprint Car Involvement 23:09 SRX’s Identity 36:57 Tony Meeting His Wife, Leah 46:15 Drag Racing Journey 1:08:45 Balancing Multiple Racing Involvements