Podcast appearances and mentions of Rick Hendrick

Dale Earnhardt Jr. returns to the studio after racing in Georgia this weekend and reacts to the NASCAR race at Bristol. With most of the industry discussing how to fix the NextGen car's short track problems, Dale Jr. weighs in with his takes:·  CARS Tour and Dale head to Cordele·  Kyle Larson puts an Xfinity Series target on his back·  A weekend of Larson dominance·  What can we do to fix the NextGen car's aero problems·  A total lack of passing and action·  Promoters won't stand for this much longer·  Grading the Cup field so far in the seasonDuring the Ask Jr. portion of the episode, Dale Jr. took questions regarding:·  Traveling in Canada·  Rafting adventures·  A Kyle Larson sprint car wing panel 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.And for more content check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia 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.

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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.And for more content check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DirtyMoMedia

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 careerThe emotions of JRM making the Daytona 500 fieldWhat's next for JRM's Cup program?We need to do something about the superspeedway packagesPutting emphasis back into how the car handles at drafting tracksDuring the Ask Jr. segment of the episode, listeners wanted to know all about:Dale's Osterlund Racing hatLocking your keys in your carFishing in DaytonaFanDuel Disclaimer: Must be 21+ and present in select states. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG.

Good and lucky William Byron becomes only the 5th driver to win Daytona 500 back-to-back. Plus runner-up Tyler Reddick, hard-luck Denny Hamlin and team owner Rick Hendrick on getting a record 10th victory in NASCAR's biggest race.

Shoot us a Text.Today on the show, we're covering Nissan's desperate plans to execute a turnaround, announcing plant closures and more. Plus, OEMs in Europe are matching affordability by removing infotainment systems, and Rick Hendrick sets a record auto auction bid for a great cause.AnnouncementNew Episode of Auto Collabs Live from Public Policy Day: John O'Donnell of WANADA on the contribution of car shows to car culture.New Episode of NADA Show sessions with Suzanne Reimer of LotlinxUpcoming ASOTU Edge Webinar with Matt Murray of Widewail: Reputation Management Class: Benchmarks, Strategies and how Dealers are Leveraging AI in 2025. Next Wednesday January 19 at 2PM ESTASOTUCON.com is live!Dealer Tix are $499, IP tix are $1499Show Notes with links:Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida is taking drastic steps to pull the automaker out of financial trouble, announcing factory closures, job cuts, and executive downsizing in a renewed turnaround plan. The move comes as Nissan reports its second straight quarterly net loss, forcing a reevaluation of its strategy.The company's latest financials show an operating profit drop of 78% and a net loss of ¥14.1 billion ($89.5 million) in the last quarter.Nissan plans to close three factories by 2027, starting with its Thailand plant in April.U.S. production shifts will be cut at the Smyrna, Tenn., and Canton, Miss., plants.The company is slashing 9,000 jobs worldwide, including 6,500 in manufacturing and has also returned to stair-step dealer incentives, a practice it previously vowed to eliminate.Nissan recently pulled out of merger talks with Honda, citing concerns over autonomy.CEO Makoto Uchida said, “Can we continue to survive as a standalone company? We've been discussing that for some time now. This is a big subject matter,”With rising vehicle costs, automakers are looking for ways to make cars more affordable. While European brands like Stellantis are reducing costs by eliminating infotainment screens, U.S. consumers currently have no such option.Some automakers are exploring "de-contenting" existing models to lower production costs as eliminating in-car screens can reduce costs associated with wiring, sensors, and software development.European models like the Fiat Grande Panda Pop and Citroën Ami replace traditional infotainment systems with simple phone mounts and USB ports.Many older luxury vehicles, such as the Porsche Cayenne and Audi A3, lack modern phone integration despite expensive infotainment systems.From the Jalopnik article: “Give me a car with manual windows, optional air conditioning, and steel wheels, while we're at it. Let's get those average transaction prices back down below $30,000. The American auto buyer has been living fat on the hog for too long, and rolling negative equity into another new thing nobody can afford isn't the answer to our collective debt problem.”From this morning's Daily Pushback Email: Rick Hendrick just Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

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,y and Kasey's path to NASCAR stardom. 

Ryan Patton, Tire Carrier for Hendrick Motorsports famed No. 24 Chevrolet in the NASCAR Cup Series, talks with Says Who Sports about the thrill of winning the Daytona 500 with driver William Byron in '24, making the Championship 4 in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs for a second year in a row last season, his championship expectations for '25, and how he and his pit crew teammates on the No. 24 team are readying for a shot at a repeat Daytona 500 win in February.Patton recalls his rookie season at Hendrick Motorsports as a member of the pit crew for Jimmie Johnson and Crew Chief Chad Knaus on the legendary No. 48 Chevrolet in 2013, including what it was like to win his first Daytona 500 and Cup Series Championship that season and learn under the tutelage of Knaus. Patton, who grew up in a racing family in small-town Delphos, Ohio, graduated from Ohio State and was a member of the strength and conditioning team for the Ohio State football program under Eric Lichter, shares the powerful story of the visit to Hendrick Motorsports in 2011 that changed his life and launched a career as a competitor with the winningest organization in NASCAR history, as witnessed by the organization's record 300-plus Cup Series wins and 14 Cup Series championships.  Patton explains how many of the same core skills and fundamentals necessary to become an elite college football player are essential to being a pit crew member on a premier team in the NASCAR Cup Series, especially as the evolution of pit stops has led to drastically lower stop times and made pit crew athletes possessing a hybrid combination of top-level speed and mobility a must-have for success.Patton also shares stories about a few of the craziest happenings he has experienced on pit road, his favorite NASCAR tracks and why, watching his favorite driver Dale Earnhardt win the first Cup race he ever attended at Michigan International Speedway, the leadership influence on him of HMS owner Rick Hendrick and former Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel, importance of passing on insight gained from many years in the sport to the next wave of youngsters in the developmental pit crew funnel at Hendrick Motorsports, and much more!

This week we take a look at a few short stories, all surrounding (in some way), one person. Have your name involved in multiple crimes, have a weird association with people involved in the Epstein trial, its Rick Hendrick! Find us: X- @racingcrime Instagram: @racecarsandjailbars Facebook.com/racecarsandjailbars racecarsandjailbars@gmail.com

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s epic sit down interview with NASCAR Legend Darrell Waltrip delivers never before told stories and more. Ole DW shares some of the best cheatin' stories you'll ever hear. Some, may call it cheating. Others, call it creativity. DW says that they were not "rule breakers," rather, "rule makers" in their hey-day. Surprisingly Waltrip admits to using lead-shot and nitrous in racecars, as well as heavy radios and trick helmets. The driver known by some as "Jaws" for his mouthy, but entertaining nature, details what it was like to drive for noted moonshiner and NASCAR Hall of Famer Junior Johnson. How did he get from Junior's ride to Rick Hendrick's stable? It's a story that you'll never believe. Speaking of Junior Johnson, Darrell reveals how his car owner's stubbornness may have cost him a NASCAR Cup Series Championship.Waltrip talks about run-ins with Dale Earnhardt and his rough nature off track as a friend. He also admits how driving for Dale Earnhardt's team saved his career. From driving a forklift, to racing with Dale and Dale Jr in Japan, the stories are plentiful.Plus, DW discusses his early days on the short tracks of Nashville and how he went from a house filled with four-letter words, to media-darling racecar driver and broadcaster. 

Rick Hendrick takes us on an incredible journey from his early days as a young Chevrolet dealer to building the powerhouse that is Hendrick Motorsports and Hendrick Automotive Group. In this candid conversation with Kelley Earnhardt Miller, Rick opens up about the relationships that shaped his success, the game-changing risks he took, and the servant leadership philosophy that defines his legacy.From the emotional high of winning his first NASCAR championship to Jeff Gordon stepping into a leadership role, Rick dives deep into the family culture that drives Hendrick Motorsports. He shares the hard lessons learned while managing growth, the importance of putting people over profits, and how community engagement fuels long-term success.This isn't just a story about racing—it's about resilience, mentorship, and finding inspiration every step of the way. If you've ever wondered how one man turned a passion for cars into an empire, Rick Hendrick delivers the answers. 

PIT PASS INDY – SEASON 4, EPISODE 58 – Team Penske's “Season for the Ages” with Roger Penske November 12, 2024 Show host Bruce Martin celebrates Team Penske's “Season for the Ages” as Team Penske nearly completed a sweep of 2024.  Penske won the NASCAR Cup Series Championship for the third season in a row, the fifth in team history, when Joey Logano won the NASCAR Cup Series Championship with a victory in the final race of the season at Phoenix Raceway on November 10, 2024. It's the first time Roger Penske's team won the Indianapolis 500 with Josef Newgarden, the NASCAR Cup Series Championship with Logano, the IMSA WeatherTech Sports Car Title with Porsche Penske Motorsport and the World Endurance Championship (WEC) Drivers' title, also with Porsche Penske Motorsport. Ironically, the only season championship that Penske didn't win in 2024 was the NTT IndyCar Series Championship. Penske is the owner of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Indianapolis 500 and IndyCar. His latest title is the first time his NASCAR Cup Series team has finished 1-2 in the championship.  It was the third-straight NASCAR Cup Series Championship for Penske. In the 76-year history of NASCAR, he is just the third team owner to win at least three NASCAR Cup Series Championships in a row. Penske joins legends Junior Johnson and Rick Hendrick in that category. For more INDYCAR coverage, follow Bruce Martin at X, previously known as Twitter, at @BruceMartin_500

Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with NASCAR Cup standout Ross Chastain to catch up with him and learn more about his progression to becoming one of the front runners in stock car racing. Since his last appearance on the Download, Ross has found his footing in the top echelon of stock cars and can be considered a threat to win week in and week out. Ross explains that the confidence that Trackhouse Racing owner Justin Marks has in him plays a huge role in that and having quality cars under him that he doesn't feel the need to overdrive. Ross and Dale talk about the modern approach to being a Cup driver which involves a rigorous weekly routine of exercise and team interaction. Ross explains that through his time with Josh Wise at Wise Optimization, he's learned to embrace his training routine and looks forward to running and cycling in the off-season.The guys chat about Ross' new partnership with Busch Beer and how it came about for the 2024 season. They also chat about Ross' call with Rick Hendrick after his string of run-ins with some of Hendrick Motorsports racers, what he took away from the call, and how it shaped his approach to driving. Ross fills listeners in on his family's watermelon farming company and what role that plays in his future. He explains that his brother Chad recently stepped away from pursuing a career in racing to help out more on the agriculture side, and he believes one day down the road he will follow suit. 

Denny Hamlin and his co-host Jared Allen are back after a disappointing ending to the race at Homestead-Miami on Sunday.Before getting into the race, Denny talks about fishing with his two daughters. And, Tony Stewart's comments on the business of racing and owning a team.Denny breaks down what happened on the final laps as he saw Ryan Blaney make the pass for the lead (19:00). Blaney wasn't able to hold on to the lead as Tyler Reddick made a move that still has people amazed and wondering how he pulled it off (24:45). Plus, was the strategy by the 45 team a gusty call or the only option they had?Was Kyle Larson's move late in the race a smart move (33:40)?NASCAR is now headed to Martinsville for the final race of the Round of 8 (46:00). With a new tire this weekend, expectations are unknown, but one thing is clear for Denny: He wants to win.Plus, is it ok for adults to wear Halloween costumes?For more head to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ActionsDetrimental

Hendrick's record-breaking success at Martinsville and why the track is so intertwined with the team's narrative arc (1:00); Kyle Larson and crew chief Cliff Daniels on why last year's victory meant so much (5:00); Chase Elliott's unique perspective (8:00); revisiting the tragic events of Oct. 24, 2004 (10:00); the aftermath in Atlanta five days later (16:00); triumph on race day at Atlanta (22:00); how Rick Hendrick handled the grief (27:00); crew chief Alan Gustafson on what Martinsville means now to the team (30:00). Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports.

NASCAR hall of famer Rick Hendrick is an ultra-successful businessman in the automotive world. But what he's known for in sports circles is a NASCAR dynasty that is celebrating its 40th year in existence of 2024 and ranks as the winningest team in Cup Series history. Hendrick's 14 Cup series season titles have come with five different drivers: Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Gordon, Terry Labonte, Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson. Hendrick is also a leukemia survivor and has overcome a number of personal tragedies, including a plane crash that devastated both his NASCAR operation and his family 20 years ago. At age 75, he remains in charge of both Hendrick Automotive Group - which employs almost 11,000 people - and the Hendrick Motorsports racing operation, which is in contention for another championship in 2024.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle Larson is returning to the Indianapolis 500 in 2025 and show host Bruce Martin goes in-depth on the star driver's return to the biggest race in the world.   Martin has exclusive interviews with 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion and 2024 Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year Kyle Larson, 2004 IndyCar Series Champion and 2013 Indy 500 winner Tony Kanaan, five-time Brickyard 400 winner, three-time Daytona 500 winner, four-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon, NASCAR Hall of Fame team owner Rick Hendrick and Indianapolis Motor Speedway President Doug Boles.   On the highways, the raceways and every pit stop in between, Penske Truck Rental keeps you moving forward.   Gain ground with Penske!   For more INDYCAR coverage, follow Bruce Martin at X, previously known as Twitter, at @BruceMartin_500

Led by Kyle Larson following Bristol all of four of Rick Hendrick's drivers made the second round of the Cup Series Playoff. Joe Gibbs, however, had two of his four fail to make the cut including Martin Truex, Jr. Plus Cole Custer gets a "two-fer" and Dale Jr. has a finale pit road party.

Today we find out more about why Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins decided not to sign NASCAR's new Cup Series charter agreement and HMS boss Rick Hendrick explains why he did. Plus Tyler Reddick believes strategy wise Watkins Glen should be a lot more interesting.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. sets out to learn more about the world of open wheel motorsports as he sits down with the CEO of McLaren Racing Zak Brown. Big news brought the open wheel executive to town as McLaren joined Hendrick Motorsports in announcing that Kyle Larson will return to the Indianapolis 500 in 2025 for another attempt at the Memorial Day double. Zak explains how the partnership with Rick Hendrick came together through an adoration for his race team, which he views as a North American equivalent of McLaren. He also credits Larson's versatility with being reminiscent of yesteryear's drivers like A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti. As McLaren continues to flourish open wheel racing, Zak says his sights are set on becoming a top-outfit in the sports car ranks, competing in both WEC and IMSA in the future.Zak's background in racing can be traced to the 1981 Long Beach Grand Prix, which he attended with his parents and brother. A successful appearance on Wheel of Fortune when he was 13 and advice from Mario himself led to a door opening in go-kart racing, which Zak entered and never looked back. After finding a knack for securing sponsorship, Zak realized he was better fit on the marketing end of the sport and started his own company, Just Marketing, Inc., which quickly rose to being one of the top businesses in racing. Zak would sell the company and find himself at a professional crossroads before being faced with the ultimate career decision: be in line to one day run Formula One or help direct McLaren Racing. Thanks to his love of competition, Zak took the position at the legendary race team and helped it return to its former glory at the forefront of the racing world.Dale and Zak share one strong common thread, through Dale Earnhardt Sr.'s 1980s Nova, which currently resides in the JR Motorsports garage. Zak was a longtime owner of the vehicle before Dale Jr. was able to acquire it through auction, and he shares an incredible story of how he was able to confirm its authenticity.

When it came to new Cup Series charter agreement offered by NASCAR 23XI Racing turned it down but so did Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins. Plus hear from Kyle Larson and Rick Hendrick after finalizing the deal to take another shot at running the Indy 500 and Coke 600 on the same day.

In the second installment of our interview, Dan Elliott talks about the polar opposite reactions he had to Melling Racing's skyrocketing fame and success in the mid-1980s. Let's just say it was the best of times and it was the worst of times.   He also discusses Darrell Waltrip's mind games and a disastrous pit stop at Riverside.    We then dive into the November 12, 1987 issue of Grand National Scene.   Three members of Bill Elliott's pit crew receive serious injuries … and Dan Elliott winds up bruised and sore … as the result of an accident on pit road at Riverside.    Rusty Wallace outlasts Geoff Bodine and Dale Earnhardt to win the event, despite one of the most iconic moves of Dale's career. Old Guard Benny Parsons and Richard Petty have good days, while team owner Rick Hendrick gets a turn behind the wheel.   Finally, Mark Martin reacts to a dream ride with Roush Racing. NOTE: This show is not associated in any way with American City Business Journals, owner of the Scene brand.   Be sure to check out the latest and greatest stories from the world of NASCAR at dailydownforce.com!   Interested in The Scene Vault Podcast T-shirts? Check out thescenevault.com and click on SHOP to see what we have available! Please consider supporting this show via: patreon.com/thescenevaultpodcast paypal.me/thescenevaultpodcast venmo.com/thescenevaultpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in the Dirty Mo Media studio to discuss the heavily debated Brickyard 400 finish, and has an opinion that may surprise you. There was a lot of controversy at Indianapolis this year and the Dirty Air crew unpacks all of it:Should NASCAR have waived off the final start?How does Ryan Blaney feel about it now?Did NASCAR make the right call with the final yellow flag?Race winning crew chief Cliff Daniels joins the showPenalties or warnings for blending back onto the trackDuring the Ask Jr. segment of the show, listeners sent in questions regarding:Team Xbox or Playstation?Being in the Nickelback “Rockstar” music videoDale's choice in glasses Dale's next project car

Collecting his fourth victory of the season at Indy, Kyle Larson was asked if he's on the cusp of a very special season and his team owner Rick Hendrick jokes about the pole sitter roughing him up as he drove the pace car. Plus Cole Custer on the getting the chance to return to Cup Series.

When Brad K. ran out of fuel Ryan Blaney ran out of luck as Kyle Larson wins 30th anniversary Brickyard 400. Also hear from runner-up Tyler Reddick who's in contention to grag regular season title and "Mr. H" asked if this Indy victory felt like his first one with Jeff Gordon in 1994?

NASCAR Brickyard Winner Kyle Larson talked with the media hours after his important win at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion is once again leading the regular season points as the playoffs draw closer. This in by Larson, though, is getting some scrutiny. Larson drove through the field to get to a point where he could compete for the win. But a late race restart and shift of the field as drivers scrambled to save their fuel, found Larson at the front of the line even though he was running third when the yellow flag fell. Listen...

Dale Earnhardt Jr. continues his conversation with longtime NASCAR crew chief Gary Nelson to discuss his time at Hendrick Motorsports, building SABCO with Felix Sabates, and his move to the officiating side as the Winston Cup Director.Gary details how Rick Hendrick used his car salesman skills to sell him on a job at HMS. Teamed up with Geoff Bodine, the two went on to beat Dale Earnhardt in the Daytona 500. Nelson shares stories of Bodine and legendary Crew Chief Harry Hyde that inspired the plot of Days Of Thunder. In 1988, Gary was taken on by Felix Sabates to help build SABCO. With Kyle Petty as the driver, he shares the moment that changed the entire history of that program. He also shares when he was convinced he'd be fired after a shouting match with Kyle Petty at Dover.They close the show by discussing Nelson's time as the NASCAR Winston Cup Director. Gary talks about the tragic on-track crashes he witnessed firsthand that stay with him today. After numerous fatal accidents, it was up to him and his team to figure out how to make the sport safer. His multi-layered career and honest storytelling make this interview an instant Download classic. 

Did we just predict the future? Well, maybe. Davey Segal welcomes on Chicago Street Course winner Alex Bowman (7:30) to the show, despite recording the interview with him PRIOR to his winning weekend in Chicago. Nevertheless, Davey jokes with Alex about winning the race to kick things off before diving into a conversation surrounding his four-legged furry friends and why that's become such a passion for him thanks to his friends at Ally. Bowman also dives into his relationship with crew chief Blake Harris over the last couple years, how he compares to former shot caller Greg Ives, what makes team owner Rick Hendrick such a good leader, racing in the Cup Series for a decade and with HMS for seven, recovering from a back and brain injury over the last couple years, his drifting intrigue and more, including why he's in a good spot in his personal life, his decision to stop sprint car racing and a preview of Pocono Raceway. Davey also dives deeper into the second annual Chicago Street Course weekend, the officiating calls made by NASCAR that were widely applauded, previews the Tricky Triangle and Papa Segal also pays homage to a Hall of Fame and champion crew chief.

Sunday's Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of NASCAR's crown jewels won a year ago by Ryan Blaney. Also hear from two other former winners Martin Truex, Jr. and Kyle Busch. Plus Rick Hendrick admits he might feel a little out of place at the Indy 500.

The plan for Kyle Larson to do "The Double" has gone perfectly but any delay Sunday could put Rick Hendrick in a tough spot. Plus William Byron on how he could return to the top of the point standings and find out what new NASCAR Hall of Famer Carl Edwards has been up to.

What's at stake for KyleLarsonin attempting a herculean feat of auto racing and why he loves running the big events (2:30); why Mario Andretti has been so impressed by Larson (6:00); the Hendrick Motorsports star's quest for greatness (8:30); the three dreams that Larson will be fulfilling simultaneously by running the Indy 500 (13:30); the route that Jeff Gordon nearly took to racing at the Indy 500 (18:00); the 2013 Indy 500 visit that solidified Larson's desire to compete in the Greatest Spectacle in Racing (23:00); the perspectives of Tony Stewart and Kurt Busch on joining their exclusive club of drivers who have run both races (26:00); the off-track stressors that Larson will be facing in attempting The Double (33:00); how 2013 Indy 500 winner Tony Kannan is helping Larson adapt to IndyCar while shielding him from information overload (36:00); NASCAR Hall of Fame team owner Rick Hendrick addresses his enthusiasm for being a co-owner of Larson's Indy 500 entry (39:00). Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports.

New from award-winning book publisher Octane Press, Trophies and Scars is the profoundly personal and remarkably revealing story of the life and times of NASCAR Hall of Famer Ray Evernham, as told to New York Times bestselling author Joe Garner. With forewords by motorsport legends Jeff Gordon, Rick Hendrick, and Roger Penske, the book launched in March. Trophies and Scars traces all the twists and turns of Ray Evernham's fascinating life. A son of the Jersey Shore, he was dedicated to fulfilling his boyhood dream of becoming a professional race car driver, and by age eighteen, he was banging fenders with good success on the Northeast short track circuit. When his dreams of becoming an Indy car sensation literally crashed and burned, he turned to Roger Penske's International Race of Champions (IROC), before another brutal crash forced him to give up his Indy dream for good. It was time to change careers. As a technical crew leader rather than driver, he developed new skills and strategies critical to building successful racing organizations. A brief, ill-fated, and downright volatile stint on Alan Kulwicki's crew, turned into a "right place at the right time" scenario, sparking a seminal partnership with racing phenomenon Jeff Gordon. They would prove to be one of the most potent racing duos in history. Evernham shares previously untold tales of how the pair led the No. 24 team to three championships in four seasons (1995, 1997, 1998) and an astounding forty-seven wins in just 216 starts, revealing in candid detail how and why their storied relationship came to an end. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

New from award-winning book publisher Octane Press, Trophies and Scars is the profoundly personal and remarkably revealing story of the life and times of NASCAR Hall of Famer Ray Evernham, as told to New York Times bestselling author Joe Garner. With forewords by motorsport legends Jeff Gordon, Rick Hendrick, and Roger Penske, the book launched in March. Trophies and Scars traces all the twists and turns of Ray Evernham's fascinating life. A son of the Jersey Shore, he was dedicated to fulfilling his boyhood dream of becoming a professional race car driver, and by age eighteen, he was banging fenders with good success on the Northeast short track circuit. When his dreams of becoming an Indy car sensation literally crashed and burned, he turned to Roger Penske's International Race of Champions (IROC), before another brutal crash forced him to give up his Indy dream for good. It was time to change careers. As a technical crew leader rather than driver, he developed new skills and strategies critical to building successful racing organizations. A brief, ill-fated, and downright volatile stint on Alan Kulwicki's crew, turned into a "right place at the right time" scenario, sparking a seminal partnership with racing phenomenon Jeff Gordon. They would prove to be one of the most potent racing duos in history. Evernham shares previously untold tales of how the pair led the No. 24 team to three championships in four seasons (1995, 1997, 1998) and an astounding forty-seven wins in just 216 starts, revealing in candid detail how and why their storied relationship came to an end. The book also details his time spearheading the return of Dodge to NASCAR, building Evernham Motorsports into one of the most successful NASCAR teams, as well as his transformation into a TV personality with roles as a NASCAR analyst for SPEED, ESPN, ABC, FOX, and NBC and as host to his own TV series, AmeriCarna, on the Velocity channel.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

After a "twitter war" erupted between them last week Speedway Motorsports President Marcus Smith apologized for any low blows as did Denny Hamlin, who admitted his opinion was affected by ongoing charter negotiations. Plus William Byron on becoming a "regular" winner and Geoff Bodine reveals how Rick Hendrick and his wife celebrated HMS's first win in 1984.

Co-Owner Hendrick Motorsports Jeff Gordon talked to reporters Sunday night after Hendrick cars finished 1-2-3 at Martinsville Motor Speedway, celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Rick Hendrick's first team win. Geoff Bodine got that win, nearly promising the victory to Rick Hendrick who didn't want to go to the race. Gordon drove for Rick Hendrick and won four NASCAR Cup Championships in 1995, 1997, 1998, and 2001. Listen...

Denny Hamlin gets hot in short track season behind the best pit crew in the Cup Series (1:30); the increased importance of pit stops in the Next Gen era (5:00);why Martin Truex Jr. was unhappy with Denny Hamlin (9:30);Kyle Larson'swild finish (12:00); Chase Briscoe interview (15:30); the outlook for Stewart-Haas Racing and taking a leadership role (19:00); being in a contract year (21:30); why is approach has been more aggressive this season (23:00); Carson Hocevar interview (27:00); being trusted with helping guide Spire Motorsports' vision (30:00): Zane Smith interview (34:30); Hendrick Motorsports brings its 40th anniversary celebration to Martinsville (36:30); Chase Elliott's first memories of meeting Rick Hendrick and getting a full personal tour of the team's campus (39:30); William Byron recalls his memories of watching Hendrick's success at Martinsville as a fan in the grandstands (43:00).Dustin Long's Friday 5 column on the 7-second pit stop frontier: https://www.nbcsports.com/nascar/news/friday-5-how-much-faster-can-nascar-cup-pit-crews-go Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports.

Ray Evernham has a new book available and there is a lot to digest from its contents. Evernham went through moments seared into his memory; has a very specific title; going through the process of putting thoughts and emotions on paper; working through what to include and not include; leaving Hendrick Motorsports being a low point in his life; not wanting to celebrate the 1997 championship; the humor of introducing Rick Hendrick to the 24 team; digging harder into work when things get hard; the incident that put into perspective building race cars for other people; how long it took to get comfortable on the team radio; studying radio communication to manipulate others during a race; using the rulebook to his advantage and memories of conflicts with Bill France Jr.; the reception to the book with family; the arch of his friendship with Jeff Gordon; if the book will help educate many on Evernham being more than the 24 team.  Original music created by Tony Monge.Follow me here: https://linktr.ee/kellycrandall

NASCAR Las Vegas Truck Winner Rajah Caruth finally got a chance to share his win with The Freaks. Caruth is big on family and talked about a long planned visit to Disneyland after his Las Vegas win. He also talked about his growing confidence and the confidence legendary team owner Rick Hendrick is showing to Caruth this season. Caruth also talked about the movie that got him committed to racing: Cars. Listen...

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined by Chase Elliott to unveil Elliott's upcoming No. 9 throwback paint scheme and chat about the NextGen car and his return from injury last year. After surprising Dale with a tribute to his 2014 Daytona 500 winning car, the guys discussed Sunday's chaotic Cup race at Bristol and Chase's impressions on the NextGen car in general. Chase reveals that after getting off to a good start in 2022, he feels like his performance has fallen off due to his traditional driving style not being as compatible in the new car. He explains that he spent the end of the 2023 season making adjustments and has enjoyed the challenge of getting up to speed.Dale asks Chase about his involvement in the “NASCAR: Full Speed” Netflix Series, to which he replied that he wasn't sure he'd like to be involved if it was a hindrance to his racing preparation. They discuss Chase's life in Dawsonville, Georgia and what it's like working with the Hendrick Motorsports team based in the Charlotte area. The conversation also unpacks Chase's 2023 snowboard-related leg injury and what that day was like for him, from the actual accident itself to making calls to Alan Gustafson and Rick Hendrick. Chase is candid about the rehabilitation process and what he did to return to racing.21+ and present in NC. First online real money wager only. $10 Deposit req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See full terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined by Chase Elliott to unveil Elliott's upcoming No. 9 throwback paint scheme and chat about the NextGen car and his return from injury last year. After surprising Dale with a tribute to his 2014 Daytona 500 winning car, the guys discussed Sunday's chaotic Cup race at Bristol and Chase's impressions on the NextGen car in general. Chase reveals that after getting off to a good start in 2022, he feels like his performance has fallen off due to his traditional driving style not being as compatible in the new car. He explains that he spent the end of the 2023 season making adjustments and has enjoyed the challenge of getting up to speed. Dale asks Chase about his involvement in the “NASCAR: Full Speed” Netflix Series, to which he replied that he wasn't sure he'd like to be involved if it was a hindrance to his racing preparation. They discuss Chase's life in Dawsonville, Georgia and what it's like working with the Hendrick Motorsports team based in the Charlotte area. The conversation also unpacks Chase's 2023 snowboard-related leg injury and what that day was like for him, from the actual accident itself to making calls to Alan Gustafson and Rick Hendrick. Chase is candid about the rehabilitation process and what he did to return to racing. 21+ and present in NC. First online real money wager only. $10 Deposit req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See full terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's NASCAR Live is jampacked. We speak with the first 2 winners of the 2024 Cup Series Season. 1st, Daytona 500 champion, William Byron sits down with Kim Coon. Then, Mike Bagley catches up with Daniel Suarez fresh off of his win in one of the most thrilling NASCAR races ever. Kim also chats with Rick Hendrick and we preview a packed weekend of racing in Las Vegas. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The anxious moments of waiting to be declared a Daytona 500 winner (1:30); Byron explains how he went from winning races online to winning in real life nearly overnight (3:30); the “impostor syndrome” of racing against Jimmie Johnson, his former neighbor (5:00); why Byron entered the 2024 season with a chip on his shoulder (6:30); how Byron overcame being a big factor in a massive wreck to refocus on winning a career-defining race (9:30); the thoughts of team owner Rick Hendrick and executive Jeff Gordon, former No. 24 driver (12:00); defending Cup champion Ryan Blaney on the bigger voice he'll have in 2024 and how he'll use it (15:00); Blaney's reaction to the Netflix docuseries (17:30); Joey Logano on handing off the champion's journal to his Penske teammate (20:30); Jimmie Johnson on Legacy Motor Club's move to Toyota (23:30); Erik Jones on his transition through Cup (27:00); Brad Keselowski on expecting big things but also accepting responsibility (30:30); Martin Truex Jr. on the next generation of Cup drivers and why he doesn't let bad days get to him anymore (33:00). Visit www.nbcsports.com/nascar and www.nbcsports.com/motors for more NASCAR and motorsports coverage from NBC Sports.

Jeff Gordon, Rick Hendrick & Rudy Fugle met with reporters after William Byron won the Daytona 500. #nascar #racing #daytona500 #williambyron ***thumbnail photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images courtesy of NASCAR Media

The 66th Daytona 500 belonged to William Byron who barely beating teammate Alex Bowman to give Rick Hendrick a recording tying ninth win in the Great American Race. Plus hear from third place Christopher Bell and Austin Hill who won third straight Xfinity Series opener.

In an effort to learn more about the current charter negotiations between Cup team owners and the NASCAR organization, Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with Vice Chairman of Hendrick Motorsports Jeff Gordon. If a guest makes a repeat appearance on the Dale Jr. Download, it's likely because they are such a monumental subject that it's impossible to cover with just one interview. That can certainly be said about Jeff, who first appeared on the show in December 2018 as he was working at Fox Sports as a commentator following his storied racing career. Since then, he has moved into an integral role at the Hendrick Motorsports organization, and provides listeners with great insight into the current talks between the Race Team Alliance and the NASCAR brass. Dale also inquires about Jeff's thoughts on the NextGen car in Cup competition, to which Jeff details the challenges teams face in the race shop and how consistency is crucial to on-track success. The story of transitioning from the broadcast booth to an executive role at HMS is covered, which began all the way back in 2000 when Jeff signed a lifetime contract with Rick Hendrick. Dale fields a few questions from fans for Jeff, and they chat about how post-racing life has affected their at home environments with their families.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In an effort to learn more about the current charter negotiations between Cup team owners and the NASCAR organization, Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with Vice Chairman of Hendrick Motorsports Jeff Gordon. If a guest makes a repeat appearance on the Dale Jr. Download, it's likely because they are such a monumental subject that it's impossible to cover with just one interview. That can certainly be said about Jeff, who first appeared on the show in December 2018 as he was working at Fox Sports as a commentator following his storied racing career. Since then, he has moved into an integral role at the Hendrick Motorsports organization, and provides listeners with great insight into the current talks between the Race Team Alliance and the NASCAR brass.Dale also inquires about Jeff's thoughts on the NextGen car in Cup competition, to which Jeff details the challenges teams face in the race shop and how consistency is crucial to on-track success. The story of transitioning from the broadcast booth to an executive role at HMS is covered, which began all the way back in 2000 when Jeff signed a lifetime contract with Rick Hendrick. Dale fields a few questions from fans for Jeff, and they chat about how post-racing life has affected their at home environments with their families.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rick Hendrick met with reporters via Zoom to discuss the NASCAR Championship. #nascar #racing #rickhendrick ***thumbnail photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images courtesy of NASCAR Media

You know him, you love him, and you wish you had his hair (at least I wish I do). The legendary Boris Said joins Davey Segal this week (7:30) ahead of his start for Hendrick Motorsports in the Xfinity Series at the Charlotte ROVAL. Said explains how the deal came together as an early Christmas present from Rick Hendrick, his time in the sport spanning multiple decades, how he's seen road course racing evolve and what he thinks the future of road course racing with stock cars looks like. Said also explains why winning at the Nürburgring is one of his top career accomplishments, that famed day in 2010 at Montreal where he earned his first career NASCAR win, the close call at Daytona in 2006, how and why he got started relatively late in racing, and of course, his infamous spat with Greg Biffle at Watkins Glen. Plus, what does he think realistic expectations are for the weekend? If things go well, will this be his last time ever racing in NASCAR? Does he still think Biffle is "the most unprofessional little scaredy cat" he's ever seen? Those answers and more lie in this conversation. Davey also recaps Ryan Blaney's win at Talladega to advance him into the Round of 8, previews the ROVAL, shares some takes on the 2024 schedule and Papa Segal pays homage to Mark Donahue.

Throwback weekend at Darlington Raceway is over and the Door Bumper Clear gang is back in the studio to break down the action. Brett Griffin, T.J. Majors and Freddie Kraft are joined by ARCA Series driver Jesse Love to discuss his driving for Chad Boat's dirt midget team, how he got his start in racing, and what path he sees himself taking to get to the Cup Series.In Spot On, Spot Off, the gius discuss Kevin Harvick's potentially hypocritical comments about drivers settling feuds on-track versus in the pits, John Hunter Nemechek and Kyle Larson's crazy finish in the Xfinity Series race, NASCAR's critical scoring errors when determining restart lineups throughout the weekend, Ross Chastain and Kyle Larson wrecking for the lead, and what Rick Hendrick had to say about Chastain's aggressive driving. Plus, hear fans' reaction to the Larson/Chastain incident, Freddie's potential doppelganger and a new DBC song. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Throwback weekend at Darlington Raceway is over and the Door Bumper Clear gang is back in the studio to break down the action. Brett Griffin, T.J. Majors and Freddie Kraft are joined by ARCA Series driver Jesse Love to discuss his driving for Chad Boat's dirt midget team, how he got his start in racing, and what path he sees himself taking to get to the Cup Series. In Spot On, Spot Off, the gius discuss Kevin Harvick's potentially hypocritical comments about drivers settling feuds on-track versus in the pits, John Hunter Nemechek and Kyle Larson's crazy finish in the Xfinity Series race, NASCAR's critical scoring errors when determining restart lineups throughout the weekend, Ross Chastain and Kyle Larson wrecking for the lead, and what Rick Hendrick had to say about Chastain's aggressive driving. Plus, hear fans' reaction to the Larson/Chastain incident, Freddie's potential doppelganger and a new DBC song. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices