Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns to the studio after NASCAR's Throwback weekend in Darlington for another edition of Dirty Air. He is joined by The Athletic's Jordan Bianchi to recap the action from the weekend and major stories around the NASCAR garage: • Is Throwback Weekend losing its luster? • Why NASCAR threw a caution for Keselowski’s wheel nut • Dale Jr. practices with his TNT and Amazon TV booth teammates • The first Cup race affected by the new DVP (Damaged Vehicle Policy) • How William Byron lost the race on pit strategy • Why Penske Racing needs a win — and fast • Inside NASCAR’s 8AM meeting with Xfinity drivers • Update on the No. 8 trademark dispute with Lamar Jackson • Race winner Denny Hamlin joins the show to talk about his Darlington victory 🎙️ ASK JR FAN QUESTIONS: • What’s Dale Jr.’s favorite generation of stock car to drive? • Gray hair: dye it or ride it? • Underrated races that meant the most to Dale • Who’s Dale planning to see live in concert next? Chapters: 0:05:26 - Thoughts on Throwback Weekend 0:14:58 - Sponsorships During Throwback Weekend 0:19:21 - Dale's Prep to Get Back in the Broadcast Booth With TNT 0:26:10 - Larson and the DVP 0:33:46 - Strategy Slip Ups 0:38:00 - Was Darlington a Good Race? 0:57:01 - NASCAR's 8AM Meeting With Xfinity Drivers 1:09:00 - Bud 8 Trademark 1:14:14 - RWR/Legacy Lawsuit 1:24:41 - Ask Jr Presented By Xfinity Mobile 1:41:22 - Interview with Darlington Winner Denny Hamlin 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. sits down with longtime NASCAR competitor and former Coke 600 winner Casey Mears to chat about his recent return to the driver’s seat. With the goal of reaching 500 career Cup starts in mind, Casey returned to Sunday competition this past weekend at Martinsville. Casey explains that the inspiration for the push to get 500 came from an interview he did a couple of years ago, where a journalist informed him that he had 489 starts. Thanks to time on the simulator, Casey was able to jump back behind the wheel after his five-year absence and complete the race without too many mistakes. Casey and Dale discuss his upbringing in Bakersfield, California, and his time spent racing Stadium Super Trucks and off-road racing. Casey’s relationship with off-road trucks stems back to his father Roger, who was prolific in the division, earning four class victories in the famed Baja 1000. Casey shares his experiences from the event and gives listeners great insight into what competitors face throughout the race. The guys also chat about Casey’s time in the open wheel world, making the transition to stock cars, Casey’s current day to day life and their friendship over the years. THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Chapters 02:58 The Journey Back to Martinsville 05:46 Milestones and Career Reflections 09:01 The Experience of Racing Again 11:59 Challenges and Triumphs on the Track 14:53 The Dynamics of Racing Relationships 17:52 Future Aspirations in Racing 21:06 Growing Up in Bakersfield and Early Influences 28:28 The Baja 1000 Experience 36:13 The Mears Gang 01:01:21 The Impact of Cautions on Race Outcomes 01:04:57 The Pressure of Performance and Team Dynamics 01:28:01 Life After NASCAR: Embracing New Adventures 01:34:30 Family Life: Balancing Racing and Parenthood 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 controversial weekend in Martinsville, Dale Earnhardt Jr. had a lot to unpack on this week’s edition of Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to discuss driving etiquette at the Paperclip and more: • Big CARS Tour announcement • Sammy Smith’s last lap move • How do you improve on-track etiquette? • What is an appropriate penalty for causing a wreck? • Penske battery problems • The tire could wear even more • Race winner Denny Hamlin calls in During the Ask Jr. portion of the episode, listeners wrote in questions regarding: • Crucial items for a new man cave • Setting alarms in the morning • Dale’s 2017 Homestead car In the Dirty Mo Dough segment, Tampa Timms talks about his rough weekend. Plus, who the guys think could shine at Darlington. Chapters 02:47 Exciting Updates on the Cars Tour 05:59 Martinsville Hot Dogs and Their Legacy 08:51 Reflections on the Xfinity Race 11:54 Managing Driver Performance and Accountability 14:51 NASCAR's Approach to Penalties and Incidents 17:49 The Need for Change in Racing Culture 21:14 Controversial Decisions 24:11 The Road Ahead for Sammy Smith 27:01 Cup Series Dynamics and Driver Behavior 30:07 Penske Cars and Battery Issues 34:26 Tire Performance and Driver Insights 41:06 Denny's Winning Strategy at Martinsville 45:30 Crew Chief Changes and Team Dynamics 01:16:13 Building the Ultimate Man Cave 01:22:22 The Transition to Parenthood 01:27:04 NASCAR Car Collectibles and Memories 01:28:27 Betting Insights and PredictionsTHE 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 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.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes former Cup Series driver & 1978 Karting World Champion Lake Speed to the studio to learn about his path from karts to Cup. Without the support of his parents, Lake had to chase the racing dream on his own, and started a karting business out of his house to fuel the fire. After finding success stateside, Lake ventured to Europe to pursue the ultimate achievement in karting: The World Championships. After a few embarrassing first attempts at racing internationally, Lake finally won it all in 1978, beating future F1 Champion Ayrton Senna. After achieving the highest honor in the karting world, Lake shares why he wanted to move to NASCAR, and looks back at the moment he busted his ass in his first handful of laps in a Cup car. Lake opens up on his deep connection to faith, and how he learned to trust the inner voice in his head. Once he started trusting that voice, everything changed for him, and he went on to deliver an impressive second-place finish in the Daytona 500 and a win at Darlington several years later. Dale & Lake closed out the interview by discussing his relief efforts following Davey Allison’s passing, his fight with Michael Waltrip, and his experience working with the Motor Racing Outreach. Even at 77 years old, Lake still races. That alone should tell you this is a conversation you have to hear. THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Chapters: 00:00 The Journey Begins: Lake Speed's Early Days 02:59 From Karting to Championship: The Rise of a Champion 06:03 Overcoming Challenges: The Road to Success 08:50 Faith and Family: The Foundation of a Racer 11:59 The World Championship Experience: A Turning Point 14:58 The Transition to NASCAR: New Beginnings 17:59 Reflections on Racing: Lessons Learned 21:02 Legacy and Impact: Lake Speed's Influence on Racing 43:28 The Learning Curve of Racing 46:03 Overcoming Early Setbacks 52:14 The Search for New Challenges 54:11 Finding the Right Car 56:15 Building a Competitive Team 01:00:25 The Transition to Raymok 01:07:02 A Life-Changing Decision 01:12:04 God's Plan in Racing 01:19:22 The Journey to Victory at Darlington 01:25:01 The Importance of Teamwork 01:29:12 The Call to Fill In for Davey 01:32:55 Racing Challenges and Triumphs 01:37:18 Memorable Moments in Racing 01:40:10 Return to Karting and New Adventures 01:43:06 Transitioning from Racing to Life Beyond 01:46:54 Letting Go of the Past 01:52:32 The Birth of Motor Racing Outreach 01:57:30 The Impact of MRO on the Racing Community 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