Dale Jr. Download: Dr. Jerry Punch - Saving Lives

[@nolandavis9040]

This man better be in the hall of fame

[@badbooking3221]

I'm shocked he isn't in. And if he's a dual-inductee (for the regulation 'Hall' and the Squier-Hall Award), then even better.

[@evanwallace4510]

For real, he better be on the next ballot

[@StripeGurger]

Essential.

[@michaelmurray8781]

Here! Here!

[@markmcdowell6637]

Definitely

[@FloridaManRacer]

Jerry's contribution to this sport was special. NO ONE has ever had the unique impact on this sport Dr. Punch has. He could be on tape doing the Quaker State Track Facts segment telling you how sway bars operate, or what stagger is, and the second they cut back to live TV he could be on the front stretch, wedged into Rusty Wallace's car at Bristol, creating an airway to get him breathing again and save his life. Not only that but he was articulate with the fans and explained injuries in a detailed but not overly graphic way that told us what a driver might be dealing with. There will NEVER be another Dr. Jerry Punch in NASCAR.

[@davidz121]

Why is Dr Punch not in the NASCAR HOF?

[@topmech71]

A lot of them...I don't think Smokey Yunick is in there either, legendary car builder and garage owner in Daytona Beach.

[@badbooking3221]

@@topmech71 Smokey Yunick's relationship with NASCAR, especially Bill Sr. and Bill Jr., is quite complicated.

[@skippingrhyme4386]

He will be.

[@billp5656]

To busy putting the Rich dudes that ruined nascar in the HOF

[@aaronz9410]

@@topmech71 Smokey isn't in it because of the France family. As long as they are in control of NASCAR he will not be in there. And to be quite honest, if he were alive and elected to the NASCAR HoF, he would have told them where to stick it.

[@marlafar]

Lord, the world didn't deserve Dr. Jerry Punch. Thank God we have him.

[@SpreadAU]

Didn’t have to send him, but glad he did!!!

[@lgsocom]

Amen

[@rpm324]

Both he and Dr. Steve Olvey from Indy Car should be in the HOF. They’ve done a ton for safety and knowledge in both sports.

[@Squilliam__]

@@rpm324 olvey wrote a book on his experiences too, its an amazing read

[@justlucky8254]

@@Squilliam__ his book is excellent!

[@hottakeapproved6340]

you can hear the sadness in his voice

[@oldermusiclover]

i know such a compasionate man

[@timothybentley9137]

He needs to be in the NASCAR Hall of Fame if he's not already already in it

[@J.B24]

The Nascar "hall of fame" is a sham, completely controlled by the france family. It's bullshit. The whole thing is bullshit. At least the NFL has a commissioner....

[@carllmack2287]

@@J.B24 The NFL commissioner is a farce over paid for doing fuckall nothing. The NFL should be removed from tax exempt status. Dr. Punch should be hall of fame.

[@DepravedCoTApologist]

@@J.B24 Pretty sure Winston Kelly runs it

[@terrysolazzo8768]

i don't think he is but you are correct he should be now.....

[@sammylacks4937]

I cannot believe it. Jr s got Dr Jerry in the chair. This man has, in my opinion not gotten his due and has been an integral part of Nascar. Just one of my heros. I knew it was inevitable watching and having old sometimes forgotten memories rekindled. This brought tears in my eyes. God bless you Dr. Punch.

[@patrickbachman2184]

Am I alone in being floored by finding out about Dr. Jerrys life and then feeling guilty for not knowing how much and how deep Motorsport is in this mans heart?

[@lewiskemp5893]

I knew it. But not all of it like i learned today

[@ChuckHickl]

I'm with both of you. Always loved his broadcasting, I knew he was a licensed Doctor but I never knew details like I learned today. What a great interview.

[@CSDonohue11]

I’ve known Dr Punch to be synonymous with NASCAR because I’ve known Dr. punch to be involved in NASCAR as long as I’ve known NASCAR

[@JJA1987]

Jerry Punch, Larry Mac, Bob Jenkins, Allen Bestwick all deserve a spot in the Nascar HOF

[@emeyer6963]

Agreed.Bob has been fighting brain cancer.

[@markbates7472]

Bob did a great job calling races

[@tallen7873]

Yes and Benny I really miss Benny

[@stevecrump9046]

@@tallen7873 B.P is one of my all time favourites 🤜👍

[@michael61985]

Bob was put into the Hall of Fame this year

[@tmcorey1]

“You saved rusty wallace’s life today. Who in their right mind would do that?” 😎 Classic!!

[@Casethebro169]

Doctor jerry punch should be A NASCAR hall-of-famer. He saved so many lives in NASCAR. And he's a good analyst.

[@kentuckyblugrass]

Not only should this man be in the Nascar HOF but the fact there hasn't been a documentary on Dr.Jerry Punch is insane. I cannot get over how good these interviews are. Junior is such a wonderful interviewer. 🙏🏻

[@pumpkinking5174]

Been listening to Dr. Punch over 30 years, never met the man but I feel like I know him like a friend.

[@n1umj]

I feel the same, all the years listening to him on tv, all the stories I've heard about him that were confirmed as true, a truly special man I feel like I know though I probably never will meet him personally he is and always truly will be someone special to all especially the racing community.

[@luisy.gonzalez6469]

At least give him the Squier-Hall Award for Media Excellence.

[@demonracer2]

This is incredible, undoubtedly one of the best yet.

[@markbrown9838]

I agree 100%

[@Stick0413]

In today's time, with everything that has happnd, and rightfully so, does anyone else wish they would put Dr Jerry Punch in charge with everything medical. He didn't err on the side of caution, yet didn't BS anyone either. Dr Punch is truly an amazing man, that had two lives cross paths.

[@jeffyoder8105]

Hey Nolan this is Jeff Yoder the ol'broke down scooter tramp, exbiker, Vietnam 🇻🇳 Era veteran, and I agree 👍 with you 💯 percent that Dr Jerry Punch should be put into the Hall of Fame for all the contributions to Nascar over the years he saved more lives than the improved safety standards have and he's responsible for more than his fair share of the safety standards Nascar has today so, yeah Dr Jerry Punch does deserve to be put into the Hall of Fame

[@Kevin_747]

Dr. Jerry is racing drivers and crew's best friend.

[@RecoveryChad]

Dr. Jerry Punch is a blessing and a gift

[@johnbrianwilliams118]

Dr. Jerry Punch deserves to be in the NASCAR Hall of Fame.

[@VertsVideos]

That man is a hero No Doubt!

[@slabbusterrtr7690]

Why is this man NOT in the hall of fame ???

[@luvanotafighta]

Hero is often an over used word, but Dr Punch truly deserves that accolade.

[@TalladegaTom]

Yet another legend of the sport and another interview that could go on for several hours. There is so much more. Dale Jr. should consider going even longer form, ala Joe Rogan style, and do several hours with these great guests.

[@HomeSlice_2424]

He has over 2 hours with him on podcasting platforms, just short highlights on youtube.

[@fivespeed42]

@@HomeSlice_2424 was just about to say the same... these vids on KZbin are just snippets from the full podcasts which are usually 2-3 hours

[@you7uber5]

They are long form. This is just a clip. Find full episodes on any major podcast platform

[@skipsamples2647]

Dale, I want to thank you for bringing this to everyone's attention about the abilities of Dr. Jerry. I had the pleasure of meeting him years ago when I was in Cup and I had no idea as to all of these other things about him. He has always been a class person and I can see someday that NASCAR should put him in the Hall of Fame for all that he has done for racing.

[@lewiskemp5893]

I met him too. And Benny Parsons too

[@oldermusiclover]

@@lewiskemp5893 lucky you

[@lewiskemp5893]

@@oldermusiclover Omg Benny is even funnier in person. I remember when he was flirting innocently with a girl during practice and they asked about his wife he said they didnt have that channel at home. 30 mins later wife called after neighbors told her. He said Hi Baby. She said dont hi baby me. Lol. My favorite Jerry show was 1996 watkins Glen qualifying when Dale broke track record driving with broken bones. Or week before at Indy when Dale got out his car during race and was holding back tears. I love that man

[@oldermusiclover]

@@lewiskemp5893 Benny always struck me as a funny person someone else I really miss, and wish he had stayed in the booth, is Neil Bonnett

[@lewiskemp5893]

@@oldermusiclover i loved Neils show winners. I think he was best race commentator. Flipped at talladega then called the race. I miss the old days

[@timkis64]

HUGE respect for dr.punch. he has EARNED a spot in the hall of fame.

[@jwgirl5291]

I loved this interview. Excellent. Great heart warming stories. I have a story to add of how Dale Sr. Made me look like a hero when it was him all the way. My friend was in a terrible car accident in Indianapolis. Couple people were ejected from the car and died. My friend, a big Dale Earnhardt fan was in a coma with major head injuries. Her family reached out to me because they knew I represented a local dirt track and went to Daytona every year and had Nascar connections. Her family ask me if I could get Dale to send her something. I told them it might be easier to get the President of the US autograph but I would try. The gals in Daytona dug up a photo of Dale, gave the photo to Les Richter (director of competition), Les took the photo to the next race, had Dale autograph specifically with my friends name & wrote a special note. Les returned photo to gals at Nascar who mailed the photo to my friend at the hospital. My friend made a full recovery and is to this day very proud and thankful of Dales gift. He was a special man. A very special man.

[@benjiaustin7787]

Dr. Jerry Punch is a class act

[@chrisbolen2111]

Growing up as a kid and following NASCAR in the late 80’s, early 90’s, I never knew Dr. Punch provided care for the drivers like this; let alone saved their lives. Truly a great human being, and obviously an unclaimed gem for the sport. We need more folks like him in our lives, country, and in the world. Best wishes Dr. Punch!!!

[@WilliamEBoone-zo3sz]

He has the heart of an angel and the ability to save people and thank god we have him.

[@MDAdams72668]

Dr. Jerry Punch should for sure be in the NASCAR hall of fame

[@shelleyking8450]

Jerry is one of the biggest heroes of NASCAR, has affected more lives in the sport than he saved.

[@chrisdavis743]

Dear God we need to protect Dr.Jerry Punch at all costs.

[@justinhartley393]

How many here like myself, hear this man's voice, and without seeing him -- can visualize all these wonderful Nascar experiences we've had

[@tomcole4736]

That man is a hero and should be awarded as such by NASCAR

[@craigsmith2132]

This is a true hero that isn't even really talked about.. This man if something special, it should be more widely known this isn't just a Dr. And a broadcaster. He's a hero

[@dennislilley3190]

It’s a gift. A gift that he’s used to it’s fullest extent. Knowing exactly what to do no matter what the pressure. The thought isn’t “wow I gotta figure out what to do” it’s “ok this is what’s happened, he needs airway opened”

[@ronniesealy7931]

I’ve never met Dr Jerry Punch, I made eye contact with him once or twice on pit row/lane @ Talladega a couple times @ couple different Cup racers there. I’ve always admired him & believed he’s a pretty amazing man. After listening to some of this interview he had with Dale Jr, I realize I am correct. Not only is Dr Punch an amazing guy, he’s pretty cool guy too!!!👍🏻

[@brandonbingham5571]

DR Jerry Punch what an amazing man. I was a Firefighter/EMT for 20 years so I knew a lot of the terms he used from being in the Fire Service. It is amazing men like him and the Lord above that make miracles happen. Thank you Doctor Jerry Punch, Dale Earnhardt Jr, and Mike Davis.

[@MrMusicfan678]

As a trauma dr. you have to be able to compartmentalize what's happening and make quick, life saving decisions under pressure, but to have to often deal with these things with people you know and love often involved is something else entirely.

[@davewest6788]

One of the all time greats

[@joegoveia6499]

You know Dale, I really miss you on the track. But these stories fulfill my heart not seeing you racing. Thank you for doing this show and podcast.

[@Rasslin2]

I had the pleasure of meeting Dr Jerry in Johnson city Tn the year Dale spun Terry. Very genuine guy. Had his family at the hotel restaurant. Crossed paths with him on the elevator the following morning, he had an autographed champagne bottle given to him by Dale from the night before. He was proud of that thing. Very humble guy who seemed to always have time for the fans. Good people.

[@brandonrobinson2251]

Praise the lord for this man!

[@kitclayton5144]

It’s Lord not lord

[@redneck4482]

Such a great episode. Dr. Punch should be a hall of famer for everything he’s done for the sport. Such an awesome guy. Thanks Dale for this interview.

[@CNC-Time-Lapse]

Wow! I knew I enjoyed listening to him in the booth and in the pits, but I had no idea he was THAT good!

[@otaviofrn_adv]

I know this is two years ago, but I'll put my two cents: No doubt he should be in the Nascar Hall of Fame. I would love to hear anything he could say about another very important doctor for racing, who worked as a track doctor in Watkins Glen in the 1960's while also being a professor of neurosurgery at SUNY, Sid Watkins. In different ways, both have remarkable history as doctors in racing and left an undeniable mark.

[@teresagoodwin7458]

This Precious Priceless Treasured Man needs to be recognized for the great work he did saving lives as well as his broadcasting which was always top notch!! Hall Of Fame and a statue. I put Dr. Jerry Punch 2nd behind your Daddy in greatness and accomplishments!!! Thanks for sharing another fantastic podcast Jr. You're truly amazing and such a BLESSING to the sport of Nascar and racing and saving race tracks and saving Nascar's HISTORY which is essential because there are many people who don't have a clue as to all the driver's that came before and grew Nascar into the massive sport it was and can be again I hope!!! Jr YOU ARE A NATIONAL TREASURE 🙏 💞 🤗💞🙏👍🏁🏆🏁🙏🙏💞🤗💞

[@DanEBoyd]

Always loved Doctor Jerry Punch's coverage on the excellent 1990s ESPN NASCAR broadcasts.

[@KoJo-qh9od]

Thank God for Jerry Punch and his dedication to helping people in need.

[@kP-tm4ih]

Dr. Punch is one of my heroes! He is a saint.

[@kP-tm4ih]

..and I wish his daughter Jessie a long broadcasting career in racing. She is good! She is a chip off the block

[@58bobw]

I never knew Dr Jerry was a medical doctor, always thought he was only a broadcaster. What a tremendous human being! I can’t even begin to comprehend now when Kurt Busch cussed him out and disrespected him during a race and Dr Jerry wanted to interview him. I think it was at Homestead but not 100%. I’d like to hear that story too

[@toddamcewen3774]

I’ve followed nascar for 52 years and had no idea Dr. Punch was so involved with the drivers , Awesome story !!!

[@kesselrunheroj8497]

Never really knew who Jerry Punch was- always heard his name on the broadcasts back in the day. Fascinating interview here, what a gift he was to so many drivers that he helped in their time of need.

[@JSchaffer214]

I asked for Dr. Jerry Punch a few months ago. I was unable to comment when this first came out but I did listen to it. I know nobody asked him to come on because of my comment but I can't thank Jr. and Dirty Mo Media for having him on. This man has so much knowledge and so many stories to share. I feel he's underappreciated amongst fans today. Dr. Jerry Punch and Chris Economaki are probably my two favorite media personalities in the history of the sport.

[@jimmybritt8405]

THIS GUY IS A TRUE HERO!!!!!!! Thank you so much, Doc! You are indeed a treasure to NASCAR and to human beings everywhere.

[@buckwaddell301]

What an awesome and humble man... A true treasure to mankind..

[@GregBurns-bp6hi]

Gives me chills listening to his stories.

[@jimfitzgerald9761]

Dr. Punch is a Hero

[@glennlybrand3541]

If everyone on earth were even half as wholesome as Dr. Jerry Punch, man this world would be perfect. Hey, NASCAR.... Hall Of Fame, Dr. Punch, it better happen ASAP!!! No excuse not too!!

[@THEMrsAlmaguer]

Dale has an amazing talent for bringing the stories out of his guests without sounding like he's prying. Two men talking about their lives and I could listen for hours.

[@edwinafritsch2803]

I love you, Jr. You are a great interviewer!

[@tallen7873]

I have followed NASCAR for 50 years now. As a kid Saugus and Ontario California as a Teen Riverside and Long Beach I always knew Dr Punch was a great commentator and I knew he was a great trauma surgeon but I never knew his roots with racers and I knew he was professional and certainly a gentleman but I never knew he is a Saint untill this interview and I doubt any of you all...lol will disagree...so heres to Doctor Saint Jerry Punch...RACE FAN..Commentator....Friend Family man ...trusted advisor...life saver.... confidential compadre ...Thank you for always being there ......peace

[@johnleonard8311]

Jerry Punch is a national treasure !

[@lancegleco5226]

DR.J....Was a true blessing to the motor sports world...If you up the word classy in a dictionary; there will be picture of Jerry Punch!!!!!

[@MrHamAndPrepper]

Attended my first race at Greenville Pickens as a young boy with my Dad back in the sixties ... Been a fan ever since . Never knew all of that about Dr. Punch but Always liked him . Thank You June Bug for keeping the flame alive and honoring the history of NASCAR !

[@Smoke-qv5mu]

Dr. Jerry Punch is who all men should aspire to be! Great job to everyone at DirtyMo Media!

[@coalbranch]

NASCAR has great ambassadors. The sport future looking good 👍

[@corymcdermott5096]

An amazing man that deserves every accolade imaginable. Truly a HOF worthy man.

[@tose917]

Dr. Jerry Punch is a legend. A Class Act. God Bless Him!! 🙏❤️🙏

[@ChucksPullingVideos]

Dr. Jerry Punch is a treasure.

[@patrickchristie5261]

The reason we have been racing are whole lives is represented by This great man.God bless ya Doc

[@dougwalker4947]

This man is a true NASCAR treasure! Most people don't realize what he has done for the sport and drivers.

[@chrisjones3649]

These podcasts are amazing for the history of Nascar. It's so different now... Ahh the good Ole days. You think future generations will look back at these times and say the same?

[@SurprizedDaily]

They should, because if they don't, they're truly missing out on how NASCAR used to be and unfortunately is Not any longer! I quit watching the day we lost Dale Sr., and imHumblesto, it's never been the same since and never will be again! Like Richard Petty said in a clip I saw him recently say, "NASCAR is no longer about racing, it's a Show!" Couldn't be said better by anyone and I totally agree with his take on it, 1000%!

[@maureensalvatore8605]

This is my favorite episode. Can we please get a part 2 with Dr. Jerry Punch? I feel like he has more stories we've never heard before.

[@dwahnaslowdown8887]

Huge respect for Dr. Punch. When he was covering races - that era - was a time that I enjoyed watching racing the most and he was a big part of why. I miss those days of Bill and Rusty and Dale and Mark and one of my favorites; ol' Harry Gant. Good times. BTW, I was watching the coverage on TV when Ricky spun on pit road. Not much was said about Mike on the air, but I could tell by Jerry's face that it was bad.

[@rowdyenergyfan6657]

I have a lot of respect for doctor Jerry punch

[@stevenr5563]

Man I miss when Jerry was announcing races, and the fact that he was the one that tried to save Bobby Isaac. I had no idea about that. That’s cool man he did what he could.

[@kenbaker8868]

Dr. Jerry Punch is a real hero! Not too many people like this around any more!

[@Tincan53]

I loved Dr Punch as an announcer for all the races that were broadcast, but I now have the utmost respect for him because of this interview. What a great American.

[@stephenloveday5382]

Dr. Punch is a amazing person everyone loves him!

[@richardmalone4721]

All these years, never knowing Dr. Jerry Punch WAS A DOCTOR!?!?What a balancing act! How great that a Driver could look up and see a Doctor they’re familiar with, letting a driver relax-if just a bit-possibly making THEE difference in saving a life. Jr.’s access to these stories is helping the Sport, if not saving it!

[@coach882]

Dr Jerry Punch is an angel sent from above, an amazing physician an amazing human being, racing is blessed to have him

[@KarenFields64]

I have been hoping you would have Dr Jerry on. What a fantastic person.

[@dwolfe401]

I hear this mans voice and instantly think of NASCAR in my youth and smile.

[@joshmac9594]

How is Dr. Jerry Punch not in the Hall of Fame?

[@kevinsmith4741]

The Rusty Wallace story made me teary eyed, it's amazing to have that talent to save lives especially in that environment. Absolutely incredible story.

[@chrisodie2467]

Wow is all I can say..grew up watching Nascar and this man was a staple..didn't realize until now he is a LEGEND

[@dirtystockcardriver]

I hope alot of young people watch this. Dr Punch has been a fixture in this sport for as long as I remember, and I'm 37. Agree with everyone else, this man deserves to be in the HOF!!!!

[@DaveWrightKB9MNM]

I grew up watching Dr Punch and when you're trained in the EMS field, you dont even think about calling for stuff, you train for it and you just do it. It's instinct. I love listening to him tell his life events. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@soyouknowme9582]

Dr. Punch is a treasure to NASCAR

[@angelahill7041]

i love dale download i am a big fan of dale jr and dale sr and i love all the stories they have on here i am a big fan of earnhardt family

[@loveoldcarsguy]

That guy is a true American treasure! 🥰🥰🥰

[@jamied.2734]

Hands down the best interview in my opinion.....

[@davidschmude]

Oh my God !! I am laughing and have tears of emotion at the same time. A ham freakin’ sandwich !! I’ve watched you for years, Dr. Punch, but have a whole new perspective and appreciation for you now. And Dale Jr. - I never cheered you on much as a driver. But as a commentator/broadcaster/interviewer/ambassador for the sport…. well there is none better. Thank you for this one and I look forward to more like it.

[@travisjohnson8282]

Definitely need to get Dr Jerry Punch back on the show again another time. What a great guy

[@ricwestdoesitwork]

This is podcast is one of the best you've had. WOW, Dr. Punch is an amazing man. Thanks Dr. Punch.

[@EricCox4848]

Never knew Doc was there when Bobby Isaac lost his life. I knew about the Bristol race in 1988 when Rusty wrecked and Doc saw he wasn't breathing and straightened Rusty's neck and got him breathing again. Unbeknownst to the rest of the fans, Rusty had a ham sandwich before practice and almost choked on it after he crashed. This was when Rusty drove the Kodiak Pontiac for Raymond Beadle. Doc Punch is a good guy, got good responses from a couple of tweets I sent him. After a year of watching bits and pieces of Dale Jr's podcasts I'm addicted to it now.

[@bparks_5095]

Man as a kid watching nascar I always wondered why they called him "doctor" Jerry Punch when he was reporting from pit road. This video answered so many questions! God bless you Dr. Jerry Punch, what an incredible human being.

[@mark12.31]

I hope he knows he is a NASCAR treasure...in more ways than one. Well done, Dr. Punch!

[@billhayward2668]

Dr Jerry Punch is a champion,the entire show was great! If you haven't seen the full hour,do it!