Rivalries in racing are nothing new, but some battles go far beyond the track. In this emotional and revealing conversation, Dale Jr. and Carl Edwards reflect on their intense on-track battles in the NASCAR Cup Series, heated text exchanges, and the moment they realized their history was more connected than they ever knew. From unexpected family ties to the lessons learned from competition, this discussion is about more than just racing—it’s about growth, understanding, and the power of perspective. 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. 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

Carl Edwards finally breaks his silence on the controversial caution at Homestead that may have cost him a championship—ultimately leading to his shocking exit from NASCAR. Dale Jr. doesn’t hold back as he recalls watching the moment unfold, saying it could have been the breaking point for Edwards’ career. Carl gets raw about what was going through his mind that night, the role NASCAR’s questionable cautions played, and the deeper realization that changed the course of his life. 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

Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes the highly requested Carl Edwards on the show to discuss why he retired after 2016, settling old scores between the two of them, talk about his new job at Prime Sports, and much more. After nine seasons without Carl behind the wheel, he opens up to Dale about the true reasons behind his departure and how he knew in his soul it was his time to leave. Dale learns about Carl’s introduction to motorsports and what advice Carl’s cousin Ken Schrader gave him upon signing his first contract with Roush. Later, Dale Jr. and Edwards look back at their rocky relationship with each other as drivers, where Edwards reveals a the text message from Dale that pissed him off the most. Carl looks back and reflects on his 2011 Championship run that famously ended in a tie-breaker against Tony Stewart, and the back-and-forth war of words in the media that happened before our very eyes. Carl reflects on his time at Roush Fenway Racing & Joe Gibbs Racing and shares what kind of teammate he really was behind closed doors. Finally, Carl opens up about why he suddenly walked away from the sport following 2016’s Championship race and how he has managed his retirement from the sport. The two also talk about what Carl has been up to these days, which includes stories of reconnected family time to sailing through Europe without a cell phone. One of the most anticipated guests is finally here, and it was well worth the wait. Dirty Mo Media is launching a new e-commerce merch line! They’ve got some awesome Dale Jr. Download merch on the site. Visit https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ to check out all the new stuff. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Carl Edwards's Journey 02:50 Life After Racing: Sailing Adventures 06:12 Reconnecting with NASCAR and Personal Stories 12:10 Rivalries and Relationships in Racing 17:48 Reflections on Championships and Personal Growth 37:03 Reflections on Regret and Growth 40:51 Teammate Dynamics and Relationships 43:13 Roush vs. Gibbs: A Tale of Two Teams 52:47 The Homestead Heartbreak 01:01:05 Finding Purpose Beyond Racing 01:12:15 The Epiphany of Change 01:15:06 Embracing Family Life 01:17:22 The Decision to Step Back 01:20:14 Reconnecting with Racing 01:22:41 The Backflip Legacy 01:24:09 A New Chapter in Broadcasting 01:29:38 Celebrating Relationships 01:33:36 Reflections on Love and Growth 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

After a refreshing race at Phoenix, Dale Jr. is here to discuss the impact of what we saw on track this past weekend. His background may look a little different, but vacation won't stop him from bringing us his NASCAR race takes! He's joined by TJ Majors and the rest of the download crew to talk all about: - Dale's recent NCAA Championship victory over TJ - The Option Tire's success, but there's more work to be done - Debating Joey Logano's restart violation - Who's to blame for Katherine Legge's long day? - Christopher Bell's race-winning move on Denny Hamlin - Why the West Coast needs a short track & Fontana's future After the guys get all their takes out from the race, the winner, Christopher Bell, calls in to talk about his back-to-back-to-back wins, how he felt about the Option Tire strategy, and how he's looking ahead to Vegas. Can he accomplish the 4-peat? During the Ask Jr. part of the episode, we got questions for Dale Earnhardt Jr. from his fans about: - Following up on last week's Playboy story, has Dale seen his yearbook picture from that year? - What did Dale think about his nephew Wyatt's race? - Has Dale seen much of the new Earnhardt documentary coming out on Prime? - Initial thoughts on having Carl Edwards as a guest tomorrow? Finally, we wrap things up with a little betting recap and preview from our very own Tampa Timms in Dirty Mo Dough. That's all for this week on Dirty Air! See y'all next time. If you made it this far, comment a 👍 or 👎 to let us know how you felt about the Option Tire. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Remote Show Setup 01:04 Celebrating Dale's National Championship Win 08:42 NASCAR Race Overview and Tire Strategy 14:23 Option Tire Performance and Future Implications 20:57 Tire Technology and Goodyear's Challenges 25:09 Race Finishes and Driver Interactions 33:11 Restart Penalties and NASCAR Rules Discussion 39:46 NASCAR's Approval Process for Drivers 50:00 The Future of Racing in California 57:48 Christopher Bell's Insights on Racing and Strategy 01:08:58 Nostalgia and Collectibles 01:12:22 Young Talent in Racing 01:18:39 The Upcoming Earnhardt Documentary 01:25:19 Anticipation for Carl Edwards's Interview 01:39:52 Wrap-Up and Future Insights The official Dirty Mo Media store is live with Dale Jr. Download merch and more. Shop now 👉 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

Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes NASCAR Truck Series pioneer Jack Sprague to the studio to learn about his humble beginnings in Michigan, and his path to becoming a NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee. After getting his start out of his uncle’s junkyard and racing street stocks in Southwest Michigan, Jack found his way into the world of late model racing, eventually taking a job at Port City Racecars. Through the help of his mother and stepfather, Jack made the move to North Carolina and began working with short track fixtures Jay Hedgecock and Rober Hamke while getting his feet planted in the scene. Hamke proved to be a great influence on Jack and taught him about setting up cars and racing technique, leading him to become one of the most successful racers at Concord Speedway and in the Big 10 Series. Later on, Jack became acquainted with Rick Hendrick and became a NASCAR Truck Series regular. His first truck ride came through Pee Wee Griffin, after Gary Balough was incarcerated, and he set out on the 1995 Truck schedule with a shoestring budget. Jack explains how a chance encounter with Hendrick and Tom Cruise at an afternoon test session years before, led to a favor being called in with Hendrick Motorsports to drive the famed 24 Truck. Once in the 24, Jack established one of the most prolific stints in Truck history, winning three championships and 28 races. Dale and Jack discuss his venture into the Xfinity and Cup Series, the struggle of stepping away from the sport, his rivalries over the years and, becoming a Hall of Fame nominee. 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. 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

At COTA this past week, Austin Cindric showed his frustration with Ty Dillon by right-hooking him on the front stretch, causing damage to Dillon's car. NASCAR has suspended drivers for doing the same thing in the past - but Cindric's penalty was 50 points and $50,000. Fans are saying he is being let off easy, but Dale Jr.'s perspective on the matter has left us wondering if this is worse than a suspension. Watch the video and let us know what you think in the comments! 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. 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

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in the studio to react to the first road course race of the year this week on Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to praise the changes made to the course for this season and unpack the thrilling finish: - The CARS Tour is off and running - The COTA short course is phenomenal - Where was NASCAR governing track limits? - Connor Zilisch wins the Xfinity race - Being better teammates - Ross Chastain and Chase Elliott have lap one contact - Will Austin Cindric get penalized? - Race winner Christopher Bell joins the show During the Ask Jr. part of the episode, listeners asked questions regarding: - Dale’s most random message written on a Panini trading card and having the girls sign them - Dale’s most overlooked race victory? - How is Brad Keselowski feeling after the COTA race? - The recent Amazon Prime production day that led to a hilarious childhood story Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Throwback Racing 02:52 Reflections on Racing Nostalgia 05:53 Celebrating Female Drivers in Racing 09:12 Preparing for Upcoming Races 12:05 COTA Race Review: Initial Impressions 14:54 COTA Race Review: Changes and Improvements 17:46 Viewer Experience and Track Limits Discussion 21:02 Xfinity Race Insights and Team Dynamics 40:36 Ross's Strategic Decision-Making 43:32 The Importance of Post-Race Comments 44:58 Chase's Racing Tactics and Crew Chief Dynamics 48:51 NASCAR's Response to On-Track Incidents 56:27 Goodyear's Tire Performance and Race Dynamics 01:01:16 Behind the Scenes of Production Day 01:13:05 Reflections on Underrated Victories 01:21:11 The Physical Toll of Racing 01:24:31 Qualifying Intensity and Adrenaline Rush 01:28:58 School Days and Mischief 01:35:10 Nostalgia and Yearbook Memories 01:40:19 Diverse Racing Disciplines 01:45:41 Exploring New Racing Venues 01:47:07 The Impact of Dirt Racing on Cup Performance 01:51:40 Betting Insights and Predictions 02:00:27 Show Wrap-Up and Future Guests 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. 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