The Dale Jr. Download

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NASCAR’s 15-time Most Popular Driver and winner of two Daytona 500s, Dale Earnhardt Jr., hosts his very own podcast, The Dale Jr Download on Dirty Mo Media. Earnhardt raises the bar with unparalleled perspective, candid commentary, and fascinating, first-person insight into the life of a broadcaster, celebrated racer.

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Jerome Put a NASCAR Driver on a Bull. It Went Exactly Like You’d Expect.
Today at 11:00 AM

NASCAR driver Noah Gragson wanted to get on a bull, so Jerome Davis found him one. Well, actually, he found him two. The first one didn’t exactly put up much of a fight, but the second one made sure Noah got his money’s worth. Let’s just say he’ll have a story to tell when he joins the show next week.

Jerome and Tiffany also look back at the defending champion Carolina Cowboys’ trip to Vegas for the PBR Teams Championship. They talk about the team’s run through the tournament, a scary wreck involving Cl...


Dale Jr. Remembers His Dad Destroying A Van While Off-Roading
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Yesterday at 8:00 PM

The NASCAR season may be over, but Dirty Thirty is still rolling on in the off-season. We've got Kyle Larson, stories about Dale's dad, and a dive bar to rule them all — this week on the best 30 minutes Dirty Mo Media has to offer!

We start off with Dale Jr., Freddie Kraft, and TJ Majors talking about Dale's bet with Carson Kvapil at Homestead, which leads to a story about people driving through the woods — including the Intimidator himself.

Next up, Kyle Larson called in to Door Bumper Clear to talk about winning the championship and...


Beer for Breakfast? Dale Jr & Amy’s Perfect Day in Key West
Last Thursday at 9:23 PM

Want to know Dale and Amy’s FAVORITE spots to go in Key West? You’ve found the right show.

The Earnhardt’s take you on a tour of the places they have to stop at on each visit to The Conch Republic. They start at The Marker, the hotel they pick for its location next to the bars. Then it’s straight to the Half Shell Raw Bar for the buffalo shrimp Dale calls the best on the island, plus fresh oysters and some marina people-watching. Next is Schooner Wharf, the open-air bar on an old fishing...


Dale Went Missing and Met George Strait | Live From Key West
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Last Wednesday at 7:50 PM

Dale and Amy are back with a special edition of Bless Your ‘Hardt from Key West!

This week Dale and Amy tell the full story of the time Dale disappeared in Key West and ended up meeting George Strait while Amy and the group were lost, locked out and furious. Amy still doesn’t believe his side of it.

Dale and Amy also look back at the Key West house next door to theirs that was falling apart, full of scorpions, and overrun with neighborhood cats. They talk about the HGTV remodel, the historical commission, and...


JRM Is Champion Again, Dale’s Rick Hendrick Bet & What’s Next for 2027 | Live From Key West
Last Tuesday at 5:00 PM

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined by TJ Majors and Freddie Kraft, live from Hank’s in Key West, to recap another championship season for JR Motorsports and look ahead to what’s next.

Justin Allgaier is a two-time champion, but that doesn’t mean Dale wasn’t sweating it out Saturday. Dale talks about watching Justin race for the title, why he was nervous, and how a late caution for debris could have changed the outcome for Carson Kvapil.

Plus, Dale shares the story of a bet he won with Rick Hendrick during his time at Hendr...


Will Carson Hocevar Change After His Own Team Suspends Him?
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11/06/2026

Welcome back, y'all! This week's Dirty Thirty is packed with moments from the week, including Dale's Hocevar Penalty reaction, Denny Hamlin's Next Gen short-track shifting saga, and Kevin Harvick on raising a racer.

How else do we start but with the bombshell of the week: Carson Hocevar gets suspended by his own team for this weekend at Homestead-Miami, and Dale gives us his thoughts on the matter.

Next up is also Dale Jr., but this week he filled in for Jared Allen on Actions Detrimental, where they discuss the Next Gen's short-track shifting issue.

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Dale and Amy Blind Rank the Worst Places to Be Hungover
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11/05/2026

Dale has a story about closing down a New York City bar before accepting an award on his dad’s behalf.

Amy and Dale are thinking about a hunting trip, but between Dale’s detailed itinerary and Amy’s rattlesnake nightmare, there’s plenty to work through before they get into a tree stand.

Dale is still thinking about a middle finger umbrella he ordered 15 years ago, which inspires a package prank idea—and a confession from Amy about something she’s already sent a friend.

Plus, Dale and Amy share stories about getting into...


Kevin Harvick and Dale Jr Have a Plan to Fix Short Track Racing
11/04/2026

Kevin Harvick knows that he wouldn’t have the life he does today without grassroots asphalt racing – but current and future generations may not have the same opportunities.

Today, Kevin joins the Dale Jr Download to explain his plan to rebuild grassroots short track racing under the CARS Tour banner, and how his passion to help other drivers build brands and successful careers is what continues to fuel him during retirement from NASCAR.

Since retiring from full-time Cup Series driving, Harvick says he’s busier than ever, and he walks through how his management business and ha...


Carson Hocevar’s Year Just Ended a Week Early
11/03/2026

Breaking news….Carson Hocevar is suspended for Homestead and Dale came back in studio to react to the news.

Now back to your regularly scheduled programming. Dale and TJ are back in the studio to break down a wild weekend at Martinsville, including the controversial brake-checking incidents involving Carson Hocevar and Josh Berry, the racing product, and if long green flag runs mean it was a 'bad race.'

Plus, the guys dive into Dodge's return to the Cup Series in 2027, what it will take to get the manufacturer competitive, and why Kaulig Racing could be...


Amy Has One Big Question About Ryan Blaney’s Mustache
10/30/2026

We’re back in studio for another round of Bless Your ‘Hardt, and Amy has a question that requires a call to Ryan Blaney.

After dressing up as Alan Jackson, Amy can’t figure out how anyone eats with a mustache. Dale gets Blaney on the phone, and his answer confirms it’s just as much work as she suspected.

Dale shares stories from his Ohio hunting trip, including a brand-new Crock-Pot that shattered the moment he unboxed it and a hunting blind with wasps buzzing around that he decided to sit in anyway. Amy is switc...


How Dale Thinks NASCAR Could Eliminate Fuel Saving At Superspeedways
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10/29/2026

It's your lucky day — we're bringing Dirty Thirty to you a day early! Don't worry, Bless Your 'Hardt is still coming your way tomorrow.

Starting us off, Dale Jr. discusses the root of the fuel-saving problem and his list of ideas on how to fix it for good.

Next up, Ryan Blaney joined Door Bumper Clear after a disastrous day at Talladega, but the fans called in to boost his spirits — and our recurring rapper even put down a few bars for him!

And lastly, CARS Tour Champion Caden Kvapil sits down with Dale...


Caden Kvapil & Mason Walters: The Two Newest CARS Tour Champions
10/28/2026

Dale welcomes CARS Tour champions Caden Kvapil and Mason Walters to talk about their championship seasons, the work behind their success, and what comes next.

Caden reflects on a huge year behind the wheel for JR Motorsports, adding a Late Model Stock championship, a Martinsville grandfather clock, and the Virginia Triple Crown to his résumé. He shares what separates him from brother Carson, how racing at Millbridge shaped his driving, and the sacrifices their dad, Travis Kvapil, has made to help both sons chase their dreams. Plus, whose Martinsville clock gets the best spot in the ho...


Things Got HEATED Over The Double Yellow Line Debate
10/27/2026

After a wild weekend in Talladega, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in the studio for a new edition of Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to chat about the big crashes, the wild finishes and more:

Sammy Smith and JR Motorsports dominate the O’Reilly raceWhat Dale said to his drivers going into TalladegaDid Kyle Larson go under the double yellow line?How to eliminate fuel saving at superspeedwaysRace winner Kyle Larson joins the show

During the Ask Jr. portion of the episode, listeners sent in questions regarding:

Cleetus McFarland going full-time ARCA racing in 2027Da...


Tommy Baldwin's Hysterical Lap Down Story About Jimmie Johnson
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10/23/2026

Plug in the aux, headphones, or surround sound — it's time to get into some Dirty Thirty! This week's best moments from Dirty Mo Media include: Dale's Zane-Hocevar thoughts, Jimmie Johnson's first wave around, and the Red Clay Strays on the business of Nashville.

First up, although a penalty has already been issued for Zane Smith, Dale Jr. shared his thoughts on how he didn't care for the contact Zane Smith initiated after the race with Hocevar, especially with the injuries we've seen in the Next Gen car.

Over in the land of Door Bumper Clear, 7-T...


Amy Wants to Raid Sydney Sweeney’s Closet
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10/22/2026

Amy and Dale are back with another episode of Bless Your ’Hardt!

This week, Dale learns that if something is above Amy’s eye level, it might as well not exist.

The two recap a late night with the Red Clay Strays and Tim Dugger. Dale spent the next day on the couch, while Amy survived a field trip hungover.

Amy reveals whose celebrity closet she’d raid (Sydney Sweeney’s, since they’re the same size, or Gwyneth Paltrow’s for her style). Dale finally explains his problem with “still or sparkling” water.

Plu...


The Red Clay Strays Didn’t Know “Wondering Why” Would Be a Hit
10/21/2026

This week, Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets an up-close look at one of the most meteoric rises in music as he sits down with the Red Clay Strays. Hailing from Mobile, Alabama, the band cut their teeth playing covers along the Gulf Coast, including packed nights at Charlotte’s own Thirsty Beaver, before building a catalog of original songs. Thanks to their single “Wondering Why” and a viral performance on the Western AF video series, they went from dive bars to amphitheaters to arenas in a matter of years. Their latest album reunited them with Grammy Award-winning producer Dave Cobb, contin...


Zane Smith Crossed the Line & Dale Says NASCAR Has to Act
10/20/2026

Dale Jr. and the crew recap Phoenix with just three races left in the championship battle. They get into Kyle Larson’s struggles, Christopher Bell closing in on the points lead, and the incidents between Riley Herbst and Michael McDowell, along with Zane Smith and Carson Hocevar. Dale explains why he believes NASCAR needs to draw a line when it comes to post-race contact, especially when drivers are hitting each other at 130 mph.

With Talladega up next, Dale wants to see Denny Hamlin take more chances and get back to the way he used to race at su...


What Keeps Shane Hmiel Going On The Other Side Of Tragedy
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10/16/2026

Back at it like we never left! It's time to round up the week with the best moments from Dirty Mo Media's slate of shows — and this week it's Griddy-ing with Chase Briscoe, Leigh Diffey's accent confusion, and getting deep with Shane Hmiel.

We kick things off with Chase Briscoe on his success at 1.5-milers and how his son loves to hype up the crowd, even when he walks up to the plate at his Little League baseball games.

Then we go down under (you make of that what you will) with Door Bumper Clear, wh...


Amy Just Exposed Dale’s Driving Habits on Public Roads
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10/15/2026

When is too old to trick-or-treat? How long do you have to date someone before they get a wedding plus-one? And does the shape of your pasta actually matter?

Amy and Dale are back with another episode of Bless Your ‘Hardt to tackle the everyday debates that somehow turn into full-blown arguments (in the best way possible, of course).

This week, Dale is going toe-to-toe with a rat that has somehow chewed its way through the internet cables, but Dale and his buddies are on the case to trap the rats.

Dale also te...


Failing a NASCAR Drug Test Helped Save Shane Hmiel’s Life | Part 2
10/14/2026

Banned from NASCAR. A paralyzing crash. The long road to recovery.

Part 1 of Shane Hmiel's story on The Dale Jr. Download gave us a look at the raw talent that put Shane on the list of NASCAR's next superstars. Today we bring you Part 2 — and things take an emotional turn.

Shane Hmiel and Dale Jr. go way back. They've shared plenty of laughs over the years, but Shane's road hasn't exactly been an easy one.

In Part 2, Shane opens up about the drug suspensions that derailed his NASCAR career, getting clean, finding his wa...


Longer Green Flag Runs Would’ve Made Charlotte Incredible
10/13/2026

After a hometown NASCAR weekend in Charlotte, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back behind the microphone for a new episode of Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to break down the thrilling finishes and points standings:

The CARS Tour finale at South BostonAsphalt short trackers are showing out in the Truck SeriesCorey Day makes the O’Reilly points race interestingKyle Larson’s points lead isn’t as big as it seemsThe next three races are the fields’ chance to close the gapRace winner Chase Briscoe calls into the show

During the Ask Jr. portion of the episode, listener...


What Dale Hopes For Keselowski Moving Forward
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10/09/2026

It's your favorite day of the week! We've got 30 minutes of pumped-up fun coming right at you from Dirty Mo Media. This week's Dirty Thirty is all about Brad Keselowski's move, Jeff Dickerson's lawsuit remarks, and Shane Hmiel getting banned from NASCAR. Let's get into it!

We start off with Dale Jr. & TJ Majors discussing what comes next for Brad Keselowski now that he has announced his departure from RFK Racing. Dale has hopes for where he says Brad takes his leadership, talents, and abilities.

In Actions Detrimental this week, Denny Hamlin reveals how the...


Eight Beers Later, Dale Jr. Became Amy’s GPS
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10/08/2026

This week Dale admits an all-night gaming session ended with him chasing Amy out of the house, and she remembers just how little sleep he used to get.

Amy shares an awkward backstage story and explains why she wore another feather brooch after someone called her outfit tacky.

Dale remembers iRacing until 4 a.m., reveals his sneaky way of getting rid of social media trolls, and recalls canceling every credit card before finding his wallet in the bedsheets.

Plus, Dale and Amy hash out his birthday weekend plans, and Dale makes his case...


How NASCAR Found Out Shane Hmiel Was Smoking Weed | Part 1
10/07/2026

In Part 1 of this episode, Shane Hmiel joins Dale Jr. to talk about growing up in the Roush shop around Mark Martin, winning 164 go-kart races as a kid, and the Goody's Dash win at Darlington that put him on the map.

Then he went to fill in for Kenny Wallace at a Busch Series practice and left with a contract. Shane explains how he went from putting in septic tanks for $50 a day to racing against Dale at Daytona, why he turned down a ride from Jr., and how a fight with Jason Keller's crew led to...


Dale Stops The Show To Text Larson Over Stage Points Debate
10/06/2026

NASCAR had a big weekend of exciting finishes in Las Vegas, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in the studio to unpack it all on Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to recap the duels in the desert, as well as his own CARS Tour late model stock adventures:

Dale’s CARS Tour late model stock run at Newport SpeedwayDenny Hamlin had a rough run this past SundayWas NASCAR right to hold the caution on Denny’s spin?Chris Gayle’s decision to pit during that first runKyle Larson ran second, but Chase Briscoe still gained major ground...


Tony Stewart Tried To Help NASCAR & He Hasn't Forgotten Their Response
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10/02/2026

It's time again for another episode of the Dirty Thirty, and this week we have a packed house -- Smoke joined DBC, Cleetus called in to Ask Jr., and Jerome Davis's phone call with Richard Childress.

We start off with Tommy Baldwin opening up a can of worms when he asks what would happen if Tony Stewart came across Steve O'Donnell — to which Tony replied: "We'd be in a fist fight." And that's only the beginning...

Next up, the CARS Tour announced big news this week when they shared that they would open up their se...


Dale Tried to Hide His New Workout From Amy
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10/01/2026

Dale and Amy are back in the Dirty Mo Media studio for another round of Bless Your 'Hardt!

This week Dale finds out over text that Amy ditched him mid-documentary, and he's still mad about it.

Dale explains how rain delays feel like waiting on a root canal, why he's been secretly ordering kettlebells to the house, and why music videos need to make a comeback.

Amy calls Dale out for working out barefoot to a '70s love song and can't believe there are people who don't own a toaster.

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Jerome Davis: The Bull Riding Champion Who Helped Build The PBR
09/30/2026

Jerome Davis has lived one hell of a life.

The 1995 PRCA World Champion, 2026 ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductee, founding member of the PBR and head coach of the Carolina Cowboys joins Dale Jr. to talk about the moments that shaped his career — from winning a world championship to helping build the PBR from the ground up.

Jerome also opens up about the injuries that changed his life, what kept him coming back to bull riding, and why he still believes he’ll walk again. Dale and Jerome get into the early days of the PBR, the...


What Next For Keselowski & Cleetus Joins The Show
09/29/2026

Kyle Larson put on a clinic in Kansas, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in the studio to talk about it on Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to discuss an eventful weekend before looking ahead to Las Vegas:

Lines were crossed at the Martinsville 300After Larson’s perfect 76-point race, who still has a championship shot?The splitter change to the Next Gen car seems to be making a differenceHotter track temperatures in Las Vegas could make a differenceWho was at fault in Carson Hocevar’s wreck?Race winner Kyle Larson joins the show

During the...


Amy Thinks Dale Should’ve Come With an Instruction Manual
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09/25/2026

Dale and Amy are back in the Dirty Mo Media studio for another round of Bless Your 'Hardt!

This week Dale and Amy get into a real debate over whether Noah's Ark was just found in Turkey — Dale's not buying any of it.

Dale recaps his trip to Vegas, his theory on where casinos hide the good slot machines, and why he hates weighted blankets. Amy admits to stealing her Kentucky cheerleading uniform, calls Dale out for being a skeptic, and questions why Vegas still has penny slots.

Plus, Dale and Amy's fall ed...


Does Joey Logano Think Hocevar Is Similar To His Younger Self?
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09/24/2026

It's time to kick off the weekend, and there's no better way to do it than with the Dirty Thirty — 30 minutes of the very best of Dirty Mo Media's shows from this week. Bristol gave us a wild finish, a wreck and a fight, and it's the hot topic everyone’s talking about.

We start with Joey Logano calling in to The Dale Jr. Download. Joey was more than 70 points behind when the Chase began, and after winning at Bristol, he's right back in the title fight. Dale asks if he's even a little surprised, and Joey brea...


The Only Time Dale Can Recall His Dad Getting in a Fight
09/23/2026

The studio was lively this week for a special Wednesday show – an extended edition of Ask Jr with Dale and TJ.

The fans brought all of their best questions from social media and the live chat, covering topics like the biggest fights in NASCAR, the supposed brawl in the NASCAR Hauler between Kurt Busch and Tony Stewart, Dale’s terrifying crash at California 2002, and many more.

Dale and TJ also had some fun reminiscing on the days where our wallets had photo albums, wallets had chains and a lot of guys carried a comb in thei...


Would Hocevar's Driving Style Be Accepted By Older Generations of NASCAR?
09/22/2026

Fists flew and tempers flared at Bristol this past weekend, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back with some strong opinions on this week’s Dirty Air. He joins co-host TJ Majors to discuss the fight, the points and more:

Drivers cutting each other a break on trackCarson Hocevar is racing by his own codeThe NASCAR garage became friendlier in the 90sThere is a fine line with Carson HocevarThis new format is bringing out aggression in driversThe schedule has allowed other drivers to track down Denny HamlinSheldon Creed is having a career best run right now

During the sh...


Tim Dugger On What It's Like To Be Dale Jr.'s Bunkmate
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09/18/2026

On this episode of the Dirty Thirty — Lynyrd Skynyrd cuts a deal, Tim Dugger reveals the movie he cries drunk to, and Dale tries to make ChatGPT cuss. Oh, and there's a shouting match buried somewhere in there...

To lead off this power-packed 30 minutes, Dale Jr. talks about the songs that he chose to make it into this year's NASCAR '26 soundtrack and how Sweet Home Alabama ended up as the game's title song.

Next up, Tim Dugger joined the guest episode this week, where he shares the movie that makes him cry when he's be...


Dale and Amy’s Horseplay Turned Dangerous Quick
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09/17/2026

Dale and Amy are back in the Dirty Mo Media studio for another round of Bless Your ‘Hardt!

This week, Dale clears up the NASCAR conspiracy theory he accidentally started after retweeting a three-year-old Trackhouse post — and somehow forgetting to check the date.

Dale recaps a wild boat day, his questionable grocery store habits, and how he outsmarted ChatGPT. Amy reveals why she needed “proof of life” from Dale, beats Dale in a race. Is it appropriate to wear a hate or shirt from one bar into a different bar?

Plus, Ask Amy is back...


Tim Dugger's Long Road to the Grand Ole Opry
09/16/2026

Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives listeners a closer look into one of his greatest personal friendships as he sits down with longtime country music recording artist Tim Dugger. Over the years, Tim has become known as the “NASCAR guy”, performing as a musical guest at many NASCAR events and becoming synonymous with at-track entertainment. But his path to the stage originated from humble beginnings, traveling as a church singer with his sister, jamming at local music stores with older musicians and grinding for years on the bar circuit. Tim explains the first time he ever performed at a NASCAR event, it w...


Why NASCAR Doesn’t Need to Step in on Sawalich vs. Day
09/15/2026

Brake failures caused calamity at World Wide Technology Raceway this past weekend, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back with a new episode of Dirty Air to react. He joins co-host TJ Majors to unpack the cautions, the current point standings, and who is still in contention for the championship:

Gateway’s pit road is challengingCorey Day and William Sawalich have another on-track incidentRace-winning crew chief Cliff Daniels joins the showA huge swing in temperature is leading to brake failureThis format is causing drivers to be more aggressiveWho is still in contention?

During the Ask Jr. portion of th...


What Does Spire Really Think About Hocevar's Antics?
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09/11/2026

With the office in the rearview, it's time to set sail into the weekend and crank up the radio; Dirty Thirty is coming at you! Dale was back in the seat, Jamie McMurray can't stop laughing, and Jeff Dickerson responds to the critics — you don't want to miss it!

First up, Dale Jr. made us feel like we were going back in time when he said Tony Eury Jr. built a car for him to race at Florence. Dale also revealed a little-known fact about why he races Late Model Stock Cars and how his dad influenced hi...


Dale is Asking for Trouble With Amy as His Copilot
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09/10/2026

Dale and Amy are back in the Dirty Mo Media studio for another round of Bless Your ‘Hardt!

This week Dale and Amy dive into a real debate on AI, house-cleaning robots, and self-driving cars — Amy's not buying any of it.

Dale recaps his second-place finish in the CARS Tour pro late model race at Florence, his business plan for a new hardware store, and why jorts do not need to make a comeback. Amy has some beef with bathrobes, and questions whether Dale is legally allowed to have 160 unmatched socks in one drawer.

Pl...


Why Jimmie Johnson Bet on Josh Berry
09/09/2026

The day the Wood Brothers let Josh Berry go, two people texted him. One was Joey Logano. The other was Riley Herbst, who had gotten “the worst call in all of motorsports” himself just two months earlier. Riley just wanted Josh to know that it gets better. And it did.

Josh went on the best stretch the Wood Brothers had seen since 1976, only to have his future questioned as soon as the results started to slip. Then, despite all of that, he ended up getting a call from Jimmie Johnson and a spot at Legacy Motor Club.