Racing Memories, Raising Kids and Being In The Booth | Dale Jr. Download with Jamie McMurray

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined by longtime NASCAR Cup racer and fellow broadcaster Jamie McMurray on this episode of the Dale Jr. Download. After finding his way into the racing world through the go-kart ranks in his hometown of Joplin, Missouri, Jamie began garnering attention as he found success racing late models at local tracks like Lebanon I-44, Bolivar Speedway, and I-70 Motorsports Park. Jamie explains that one of the interested parties was longtime NASCAR Truck team owner Mike Mittler, and after pairing up with him in 1999 he began a meteoric rise up the NASCAR ladder.

Jamie speaks about the pressure he felt when he was called up to the Cup Series by Ganassi Racing to fill in for an injured Sterling Marlin in 2002. It was during this stint that Jamie made history by winning his first Cup event in just his second attempt, at the UAM-GM Quality 500 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, an upset victory that shocked the sport. Dale and Jamie compare notes on transitioning from race driver to commentator and what fulfillment they find in the broadcast booth. They also reflect on their time as full-time drivers and how stepping away from the grind can give a new perspective on the sport.

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All Comments (21)

@austinbeasley1300 6 months ago

Fun little story about Jamie, i was 10 so in 06 at Sonoma my grandpa bought saturday garage & pit passes, but unbeknownst to us minors weren't allowed in the garage or pits at the time, so me and my grandpa stayed around the outskirts of the pits and garage trying to see drivers and crew guys and Jamie was walking around on the phone and ended up next to us, i asked for a picture and autograph and he said to go to his grange stall and we explained that we couldn't because they said i wasnt old enough, BUT Jamie walked us through the little fence separating general area and garage area and past security right to his stall and took a picture with me and my grandpa, gave me a signed Crown Royal hat and got Dale Jrs crew chief Tony Eury Jr to take a picture with me because Dale Jr was off "Horsing around instead of practicin” as Tony Eury said, security ended up saying we had to leave after like 5 minutes lol so Jamie has always been a favorite of mine and i saw him again at his last race in Sonoma and showed him the picture and he actually remembered,or atleast he humored me lol really good guy and i hope he'll be in the booth soon hes got passion for racing and does a good job with analysis 🙏
@johnwooldridge1860 6 months ago

Mike Joy, Dale Jr, And Jamie McMurray in the booth With Jeff Burton Track reporter would be my dream team.
@jonnyhung2576 6 months ago

Dude needs to be in the booth
@jameskim62 7 months ago

HE WAS ONE OF THE NICEST GUY WHO RACED IN NASCAR !!!!!!~~~~~~
@RIVERLORD-bf7uc 6 months ago

Jamie and Earnhardt Jr are absolutely two of my favorites to listen to. They are my age and just make you feel like your sitting there listening to your buddy's talk while your fishing off the pier . . . Great video
@clintpitney3918 6 months ago

Had a thought. Dale should hang a replica hood in the background. Have all the guests sign it then auction it off at the end of the year.
@mcmurray26fan 7 months ago

I really appreciate Dale Jr asking good questions, and letting Jamie talk and flesh out the story. Too many interviewers interrupt.
@mikeodoski2135 7 months ago

How can you not love Jamie? Seems like a great guy.. great personality! In my opinion when dale and Jamie raced was the best time in racing history! Early 2000’s was so good!!
@JWD26 7 months ago

Man I miss seeing Jamie on the track. All of his wins were so special and I remember where I was for each of them. I know I’m not the only JMac fan that misses him. Glad you’re doing well buddy
@rileyfield5433 7 months ago

Full episode on youtube?! Sweet!!
@brianmchattie157 7 months ago

I've had nothing but the opposite experiences with Jamie. Such a wonderful down to earth and humble person. I've raced karts with him, talked to him candidly behind the scenes and he's always been the nicest person.
@johnwilson2414 7 months ago

I miss the days where I was working on a car in the pits, and I look up and see him out on the track in a modified or a late model. He didn't mention the success he had at the I-70 speedway and he didn't mention his relationships with the people around Kansas City. Jamie if you read this it's ok we still love you here.
@michaelwilliams3138 4 months ago

Whole new respect for Jamie Mcmurray. Man this made me me miss watching him and Jr on Sundays. Holding out hope we’ll see Jamie on track again.
@jimjernigan8694 7 months ago

Jamie is a first class person and a hell of a good broadcaster!!
@yahmfyeet184 7 months ago

Growing up as a Jamie fan, he was quiet and not a contender consistently every week, but its so nice seeing how many people respect his opinions nowadays. I remember meeting him when I was 12, was taller than him and was still scared shitless 🤣
@BigWheelHawaii 1 month ago

This Was One of The Best Episodes,,,, Ever...
@bobblack6816 7 months ago

While I was working in a sports store in Mooreville NC , I met and served Jamie’s dad! What a neat dad! So proud of his son! He showed me his Indy win ring! Down to earth pops!
@davidgough1161 7 months ago

I love Jamie, he is one of the best in the booth at the races. I would love to see him in a late model at a cars tour event. Maybe someone should approach him about that. It would show his son that his dad is competitive in a late model. It might help him learn and lead to an opportunity.
@x_Odin 7 months ago

Full episode on YouTube? Now that’s what I like to see
@DDP0723 7 months ago

Been waiting for full episodes on YouTube forever !!!