Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes Cleetus McFarland, one of the most recognizable stars in the YouTube automotive scene, to the Dale Jr. Download this week. Fresh off his ARCA Racing Series debut at Daytona, McFarland caught the eyes and hearts of race fans with his post-race interview and time spent in the Fox broadcast booth. Garrett Mitchell was born in Omaha, Nebraska, and the Cleetus McFarland character was born thanks to a viral video made by a burgeoning street racing film company he worked with. After splitting his time between video editing, covering events, and law school, McFarland decided to go full-time with his own YouTube page and rapidly grew into one of the biggest followings on the platform. McFarland turned heads in the oval racing world when he purchased the dilapidated Desoto Speedway in Bradenton, Florida, and turned it into his personal playground for content. He and Dale recount the story of how the purchase came to be, and how a run-in with the IRS and COVID restrictions almost stopped him dead in his tracks. In an effort to bounce back from the obstacles, McFarland hosted his first Freedom 500, a race held for state auction purchased Crown Vics. The races have since become marquee events, held at established short track strongholds such as Indianapolis Raceway Park, Stafford Springs, and Bristol. The guys also discussed his time spent with Greg Biffle in relief efforts for Hurricane Helene and how Greg has become a mentor in his stock car racing efforts. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cleetus McFarland 01:21 The Journey of Becoming a YouTube Creator 06:02 Navigating the YouTube Landscape 11:14 Creative Challenges and Burnout 14:27 Innovative Ideas and Future Projects 18:46 The Freedom Factory: A New Era for Racing 30:55 Building a Community Through Racing Events 34:13 The Journey into Competitive Racing 40:21 Experiencing the Thrill of Daytona 44:58 Lessons Learned from Inexperience 49:20 The Future of Racing and Content Creation 51:16 The Impact of Community and Selflessness 01:01:32 Reflections on Risk and Reward 01:05:01 Vision Beyond YouTube 01:08:19 Mastering Patience in Racing 01:10:42 Navigating Crashes and Making Decisions 01:13:24 Owning Mistakes and Accountability 01:15:03 Financial Wisdom in NASCAR 01:17:56 Life Lessons Beyond Motorsports 01:21:10 Reflections on Family and Parenthood 01:24:07 The Legacy of Dale Earnhardt 01:27:50 The Evolution of YouTube Content Creation 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. returns to the Dirty Mo Media studio this week as a Daytona 500 top-10 finishing NASCAR Cup team owner. He joins co-host TJ Majors to unpack the Great American race and the emotions of the milestone achievement for JR Motorsports: - Dale Jr. acquires another piece of Dale Sr.’s career on the anniversary of his passing - The emotions of JRM making the Daytona 500 field for the first time - Feeling content once the green flag fell - What’s next for JRM’s NASCAR Cup program? - We need to do something about the superspeedway packages... - Improving the drag to power ratio is key - Putting emphasis back into how the car handles at "drafting tracks" - Making the right moves at the end of the 500 matters most During the Ask Jr. segment of the episode, listeners wanted to know all about: - Dale’s Osterlund Racing hat - How the team celebrated the top-10 finish in the 500 - Locking your keys in your car - Fishing in Daytona's Lake Lloyd - The NFL potentially expanding their schedule Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections 08:14 The Daytona Experience and Junior Motorsports' First Cup Race 22:07 Future Plans for Junior Motorsports 30:55 State of the Sport and Racing Dynamics 41:14 Reimagining NASCAR's Racing Dynamics 52:15 The Evolution of Driver Skills and Strategy 01:01:50 The Balance of Teamwork and Individualism in Racing 01:23:19 Camaraderie and Storytelling at Events 01:27:06 The Joy of Flying Kites 01:30:47 Beach Experiences and Community 01:34:35 Upcoming Guests and Anticipation 01:41:15 NASCAR Scheduling and Competition 01:55:03 Betting Strategies in Racing 02:00:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans 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. discusses the future of JR Motorsports, reflecting on the experience of their first Cup race at the Daytona 500 and the potential for future NASCAR Cup Series races. He elaborates on the role of charter investments, emphasizing the importance of finding the right partners and the long-term vision for the team's success. Chapters: 00:00 The Future of JR Motorsports 02:53 Reflections on their First Daytona 500 06:09 Understanding Charter Investments 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

Dirty Mo Media took over the Daytona Fan Zone for a LIVE Dale Jr. Download featuring Dale Jr., The Teardown’s Jeff Gluck and Jordan Bianchi, plus a stacked lineup of guests. Hélio Castroneves, Justin Allgaier, Martin Truex Jr., Cole Pearn, and Denny Hamlin all stopped by to drop some stories, talk Daytona, and maybe stir the pot a little. 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

Up until recent years, concussions weren't as widely studied and discussed in NASCAR. When drivers hit a wall hard they would describe it as "getting their bell rung" or say "Man, that was a hard lick." It wasn't until drivers, like our very own Dale Earnhardt Jr., were getting sidelined with concussions that people within the NASCAR industry started using it in regular conversations. Our guest Kasey Kahne looks back on the times when he realized that he had wrecked hard enough to suffer a concussion. NASCAR fans might remember the interview he gave after the 2013 NASCAR Cup Series race in Loudon, New Hampshire where he slapped the inside wall of the racetrack and couldn't remember what happened. He later admits that he even found himself zoning out while driving a passenger car well under the speed limit. Hearing his story shows just how hard it was to diagnose, treat, and understand concussion symptoms - but modern medicine has brought us a long way since then. Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Crashes on Mental Health 02:58 Recognizing Concussions and Their Effects 05:51 Risk Assessment in Racing 08:51 Safety Innovations in Sprint Cars 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. reunites with longtime motorsports fan favorite Kasey Kahne to learn about what he has been up to since his last appearance on the Download in 2018. After making the difficult decision to step away from NASCAR Cup racing later that season due to health reasons stemming from dehydration, Kasey has reemerged as a full-time sprint car racer in the last few years, competing with the World of Outlaws and High Limit Sprint Car Series. Kasey remains active in the NASCAR peripheral though, as he was named one of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers in 2023 and he recently announced he’ll be returning to Xfinity Series competition with Richard Childress Racing at Rockingham this year. Kasey explains to Dale how the deal came together through Keith Rodden and partners like Rick Hendrick and Mike Curb. After finding success in the initial test at the track in January, Kasey is ready to approach the race weekend like he did when he first entered full-time NASCAR racing. Kasey enlightens Dale about the ins and outs of the sprint car racing world, which he describes as fast-paced and extremely competitive. He also places himself back in his Cup career and talks about the mindset of going from a successful team like Hendrick Motorsports to a mid-pack operation like Leavine Family Racing. Dale and Kasey share insight into how their respective short-track racing teams operate and how their families being at the track helps distract them from getting too caught up in the pressure of succeeding. The guys also discuss on-track feuds, head injuries, car safety, and Kasey’s path to NASCAR stardom. Chapters: 00:00 Revisiting Racing: Kasey Kahne's Journey Back 05:54 The Comeback: Racing at Rockingham 12:04 Physical Fitness and Racing Performance 18:05 Finding Joy in the Journey 22:08 The Evolution of Racing 27:50 Enjoying the Racing Experience 32:14 Life After Racing: Shop and Team Dynamics 37:23 Rivalries and Feuds in Racing 46:53 Safety Innovations in Sprint Car Racing 52:28 The State of Sprint Car Racing 56:31 Operational Strategies in Racing Teams 01:00:25 The Call from Richard Childress 01:04:10 The Move to Akins Motorsports 01:05:00 Bill Elliott's Influence on Career 01:06:54 Cultural Adjustments: From Washington to the East Coast 01:08:50 Family Ties and Personal Life 01:09:30 Memorable Moments with Budweiser 01:11:26 Commercials and Public Image 01:12:42 Reflections on Fame and Fitness 01:12:44 Fitness Journey and Personal Health 01:13:40 Shyness and Comfort in the Spotlight 01:14:44 Reflections on Fame and Appearances 01:15:38 Childhood and Personality Development 01:16:49 Struggles with Public Demands 01:18:21 Retirement and New Beginnings 01:19:20 Life After NASCAR 01:20:18 Recognition and Accomplishments 01:21:48 Gratitude and Relationships 01:22:43 Fan Reception and Future Plans 01:24:01 Health Challenges and Recovery 01:27:22 Inspiration for Others 01:30:37 Upcoming Events and Promotions 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