Dale Jr. & Kevin Harvick Finally Discuss Hurtful Comments from 2017

The show many thought would never happen. After years of harboring unspoken animosity, Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits down with NASCAR Champion Kevin Harvick to bury the hatchet on some things from their past. Harvick made comments during a 2017 satellite radio program about Dale Earnhardt Jr,'s lack of success "stunting the growth of the sport." With Dale Jr. being in the midst of his retirement season, the comments came unexpected and cut deep for many. The two drivers sit face to face to talk about what led to controversial criticism and clear the air by listening to all sides of the story.
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[@AeroGuy07]

This is how mature people handle personal issues. Proud of both of you.

[@BANGITSME87]

Two mature people and Mike Davis thinking the show is about him and ruining the conversation.

[@joshuafarmer3467]

Listen to the entire podcast and you'll learn that Junior and Harvick were best buds even before the 2000s and have always been good friends. Harvick is my man and has been since the Spears Supertruck.

[@321gates]

@@BANGITSME87 He changes his Earnhardt logoed knee pads daily, I can assure you. What a homer.

[@flyeaglesfly3725]

Ironic u say this but wat about the whole Chase incident? He handled that like a man child 🤣🤣 so I’d say he really ain’t that mature.

[@rtanner7335]

@@flyeaglesfly3725 Chase didn’t really handle it any better. They were both so in to their own agendas, that they couldn’t acknowledge the others side of it. Give it time, they will work it out.

[@rogermuthatruckinperkins451]

Dales response is exactly why he has been the most popular driver. Winning is important but being a decent human being holds much more value.

[@justindorminey5608]

Typical harvick talking jibberish dancing around the elephant in the room.

[@joshuaboatman9623]

That’s why he was never a champion

[@Beltran15x]

i call bs.

[@gimmieboy]

Jimmie was pretty decent of a person too.

[@gimmieboy]

Or is

[@Legio__X]

Dale is such a genuine, down to Earth, kind person. It’s so rare these days, especially with someone who has the fame and fortune that Jr has. Most people would not have turned out like Jr did if they grew up in his shoes, trying to live up to expectations (relationship with his dad) then finally reaching his goal, racing in Cup with Sr then having to endure after the tragedy of losing his Father and having to be reminded of that fact every single day by everyone you see and everyone you work with. Most people couldn’t fathom the amount of pressure and strain that puts on a person. If anyone wonders why NASCAR fans adore him, watch this video and you’ll have your answer. He’s done so much for NASCAR and we as fans are lucky to have him.

[@traviselkins4055]

You couldn't be more right, but I don't believe he was always like that and he's honest about that. His wife turned him into this person and he's now giving so much more back to the sport then he ever got from it. I don't believe they would ever do it or he would ever do it, but this man needs to be running the show in NASCAR. If the sport is going to change and become what it was previously, he needs to be at the top driving the bus.

[@garybrower611]

I have to say I have earned a whole new appreciation for Dale Jr, and what he has meant, and continues to be, for Nascar racing as a result of these podcasts.

[@samrumade9429]

To compare the legendary racing families to anybody in other so called professional sports is blasphemy. Racing certainly does not need the people that are just looking for fame and $. Bubba Wallace….says it all.

[@edwardkesock216]

You sir wrote that great his dad was my driver SR was the best then JR was my second driver but the big wreck charged every thing had to go with his son two great men 👍

[@vi0cs]

Seniors death held back Junior I think the most.

[@antoniovgmx]

Both of you giving real authentic apologies and listening to the other side understanding how and why what happened could've hurt the other. Setting a great example for fans and listeners. This podcast was amazing ❤️

[@gtgirl_99]

Where in this is Kevin's apology i haven't heard him say i'm sorry yet

[@twoblacklabs904]

@@gtgirl_99 … he danced around it, but he kind of came clean, recognizing that feelings were hurt on both sides… But yes, he didn’t specifically “apologize…”

[@FlightData101]

@@billsmith9737 Neither one of them said they were sorry, both said it could have been handled better. So why is Harvick the only bad guy in this deal? Jr’s statement about driver salaries clearly touched a nerve with a lot of people.

[@hengineer]

@@FlightData101 yep, Drivers were clearly annoyed that Dale made HIS money, then once he became purely an owner he immediately switched to "Drivers should make less money". Kevin was an owner before, so he understands, yet he isn't like that.

[@cthendersonpc]

Congress could learn from these guys!!

[@markwilson7047]

The one thing you have to like about Kevin is, he will own his comments. Whether you like or not what he said, he is genuine.

[@girlpower4589]

Kevin is the one. YEAAAA!!!!!

[@duaneradecke4651]

So he’s genuine when he pulls a punk move getting involved in a fight that was not his. Anyone remember that? The fight he started with Brad K and Jeff Gordon…?

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

@@duaneradecke4651 Have you ever been involved in racing cars or anything for that matter? If you have, you'll know that these guys are competitors, especially when you get to the top tier. The DEFAULT state with these competitors is tension and distaste for each other. I raced motocross for 19 years and my family raced Sprint Cars since before they even had that name and still does today. I help at the shop all week long. Anybody who is capable of being in the top 5 each week like we are, we don't like ANY of them. Respect, when you try to look at it as objectively as you can, sure. My point is, you do NOT have to try to start any bad blood between any 2 racers that are at the top because if they're not already fighting they're balancing on a knife's edge at all times already. I'm sure after we and they all retire it'll be fine. In fact, one of the other teams we are/used to be really close friends with, WHEN we were not in the same division and racing against each other at the same track every week. Now we do not make a habit of speaking. If you're unfamiliar to it it'll be hard for you to understand but if you are, you'll I think know exactly what I mean.

[@duaneradecke4651]

@@djjazzyjeff1232 Sorry, I have to respectfully disagree with your reasoning in this instance. I am a very competitive person yet I do not get involved in anyone else's disputes. Do you even know of the event I was referring too?

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

@@duaneradecke4651 Yes I do, 2014 I don't remember what race. But that's what exactly I was talking about, it was balancing on a KNIFE'S edge, one touch and all hell breaks loose. It was already bubbling under the surface then it boiled over. We just have 2 different perspectives on the same circumstances I guess.

[@davidpeters2625]

This is how real adults solve problems/personal issue with each other.. listening and actually TRYING to acknowledge, and understand where the other person is coming from..... great show guys!!!! Keep up the good work, guys!!!!!

[@jeffdavis8811]

It’s all about the context of the comments

[@bjlock287]

I listened to the whole podcast on spotify yesterday. I have another level of respect for KH. For both DEJ & KH to sit down, express their feeling, listen to each other, accept each other's apologies, big time mature grown man stuff. This is how you talk it out and bury the hatchet. Well done!!!

[@TheREALOC1972]

I think Jr and Harvick are probally right though, back then they had people egging them on and keeping it going when it should have never started to begin with.

[@heetseeker8017]

Dale Jr is such a great human being. Watching this podcast consistently, he’s just a great person.

[@MrNota500]

His daddy raised him right, that's for sure.

[@z06doc86]

@@MrNota500 Your comment explains a lot regarding why Dale Jr was and remains so popular. Despite being the son of the legendary Dale Sr, Junior developed into a real human being, even in the face of major tragedy and adversity.

[@s1988teve]

"There is none good but one, God."

[@josephwalder8868]

I agree 100%

[@josephwalder8868]

@@MrNota500 I’m not 100% sure that his Dad raised him right but he did have a great upbringing.

[@ARTWV]

Kevin is one of very few that had the old school driver mentality in his era and I loved it.

[@johngancarcik5682]

And he stayed that way

[@ChucksPullingVideos]

Honestly we all could learn something from these podcasts with regards to talking through issues and just being real and unbiased with each other and figuring out how to patch things up and move on with life. So many people (especially these days) are so quick to just dismiss someone and never bother with them again. They don't even care to hear another's perspective, and ultimately it ends with nothing being resolved. Great stuff right here guys.

[@babyfarksmgeezaks1037]

Egos are so bad now a days. They don't realize just talking with the person you're having odds with will make you feel so much better. Life's to short.

[@basilio1032]

Facts bro

[@twitch923]

You are so right and my political stances being different from former friends and they go oh you voted for him you are this and that and so on but then when I say why are you this way they don't give any reasons it makes it hard for sure

[@re-rail9885]

Old school NASCAR fans loved to hate the “bad guy” and Jimmie Johnson was for the most part just to nice.

[@dougrobinson8602]

Jimmie's biggest issue was that he was just that great. I remember my son would ask me after a race who won. "Jimmie Johnson" I'd say. He'd fire back "Again?". But nobody worked harder than Jimmie and Chad. It's like F1 during the Michael Schumacher dynasty. You sometimes get tired of watching someone win constantly.

[@connorsahs9158]

I’d argue that Schumacher played dirty more than Jimmie, though. But yes

[@TheImtoomuch]

Except for the constant cheating.

[@bbrcummins1984]

You don't know what ol school is, trust me it ain't Jimmy Johnson,

[@re-rail9885]

Exactly my point he was not. Duh.

[@battles423]

I think Kevin really felt bad seeing Dale JR eyes tear up a little.

[@Sean_Farmer]

As I was watching this I was just waiting for Jr. to get up and go give Kevin a huge hug. Sometimes that says more than a thousand words!

[@sboyle67]

Wish Mike would let Dale be a big boy and speak for himself more often…

[@jesuschristislord6790]

yeah its always weird. Dale acts like a child whos been allowed to listen to the conversation but not interrupt the adults.

[@Travis_lee]

@@jesuschristislord6790 what haha

[@leerjet31]

Mike has to say it bc Dale won't say everything he's very passive he has talked about this before

[@leerjet31]

He as in Dale

[@ryanralph7494]

Yea the Harvick episode should've went way different. Mike really should've sat back and be more of a watcher on this one

[@TonyM132]

We all know it, but it should be said: These two have quite a connection, even before the Xfinity stuff. Kevin is the man who stepped into Dale's father's car after his death. That alone should create quite a bond, but I can imagine it could grow some animosity too if such a seed is later planted. Maybe I am in a unique subset of NASCAR fans, but from 2001 through 2017, my favorite two drivers on the track were Kevin Harvick and Dale Jr. So it is great to see my favs talking and being good to each other. I wish I could see more of this one on video. I'll have to go listen to the entire podcast now anyway!

[@ThePostmenOfficial]

finished the podcast, def worth the listen! beef ended! (also mentioned trying to talk to chase again before the next season, so hopefully they can squash their "beef" as well!)

[@twoblacklabs904]

Tony M 👉🏼 💯%…

[@wolverine9632]

I'll bet that Martinsville finish was tough to watch. You know the one, with Kevin's crushed in Budweiser rear end. Also the Coke 600 finish. Those two races were brutal for Jr fans.

[@ThePostmenOfficial]

@@wolverine9632 us harvick and Jr fans know heartache pretty well at this point 😭

[@TonyM132]

@@wolverine9632 Yep. But still not as tough for me to watch as the second half of that football game last Saturday at your place.

[@n8mail76]

4 years is a long time... I've been a fan of Harvick since the beginning. I'm glad he has mistakes to talk about. It shows maturity. Thanks gentlemen for the show

[@roadbeef]

Kevin's body language is really cool here. He's often reaching out with his hand literally in the direction of Dale Jr. several times, at moments where he knows he has something good to contribute, another contrition to offer. He appears more and more comfortable as the conversation carries on. A tribute to everyone's empathy, for both situation and conversation.

[@DennyDeliversYT]

this just shows how literally a *20 minute conversation can go such a long way…* if you don’t respect other of these two, idk what to tell you

[@Marty54GMC]

I watched the interview on Spotify. The interview was over 2 hours. They are already planning on a second interview. Really interesting getting more of a background into both of them. Always been a fan of Kevin. One of the best shows for the DJD.

[@SamuelDuplessis12]

Exactly, and I love that. Two grown dudes talking it out, not letting fans hold grudges for you. Meanwhile, actors and actresses and what have you; let fans and magazines hold grudges for them.

[@donnansiniard2069]

So true. If only the rest of the world could just talk about things instead of escalating it would be such a better place. Some people can't just accept they said anything wrong and apologize or move on.

[@tommysmith6914]

Glad to see this conversation between Kevin and Dale. In my opinion Mike Davis did not need to be apart of this. He made it sound like it was about him.

[@davidfrench5407]

I agree. I think this was a time to let Dale Jr. and Kevin talk more. Mike should be there to steer things, but when I felt Dale and Kevin were warming up, Mike seemed to stir it up again.

[@davidwrestling9983]

Don't even know who he is

[@joshuafarmer3467]

Harvick is not the least bit afraid of stating his opinion and manning up. And before you start talking about him not removing his helmet just sit back and think, was that his focus at the moment, in the heat of the moment? Harvick has never backed down, hence, why he was tapped by Big E himself as his replacement when he retired (while running Junior's team). But you can tell by their eye contact and how they discuss it and laugh at each other. Thank you Junior for bringing a legend here while you still give back to the sport! I advise EVERYONE to listen to the full podcasts, found easily on Google Podcasts.

[@darrellcollins877]

kevin who ?

[@BrendanTheGent]

@@darrellcollins877 do you feel better about yourself?

[@joshuafarmer3467]

@@darrellcollins877 How many races have you won or championships?

[@susanbezio1529]

Look at these two, talking like adults after all these years. It's long overdue. Jr has grown into a great man, he doesn't hold back. He's alot like his dad in that respect. I love this, his dad would be so proud of the man he's become.

[@benscovil]

He's twice the man his father was.

[@ThePostmenOfficial]

i agree, and im happy harvick even came on the show, hopefully he and chase can talk and work things out too!

[@sergeantmasson3669]

@@benscovil Before judging others, make sure that you're perfect first. BTW, how much time did you ever spend around Dale Earnhardt Sr? I worked at DIS 1996-2006 as a part of the security/safety teams. DO NOT pretend to know things that you don't.

[@benscovil]

@@sergeantmasson3669 woah it was a compliment. Your defensiveness speaks volumes.

[@danburger8715]

@@benscovil At best that was what is called a "left handed compliment"....sort of a nice thing to say about Jr, but a truly fucked up thing to say about Sr.

[@chadlerch73]

Dale is such a standup gentleman. A class act. And an all-time great. A legend.

[@bignickdigger7105]

Ok now...lets not go crazy. He was good. Not great and certainly not a legend. Legends have multiple championships. But he's definitely a great human being. Thats more important anyway

[@andrewliner1857]

@@bignickdigger7105 Second greatest superspeedway racer of all time. Legends don’t have an exact quota they have to meet to get there. Dale Jr is most certainly a legend, especially considering he’s continued in the sport as an owner and broadcaster.

[@shainebingham9310]

@@bignickdigger7105 so we can’t count Mark Martin? Never won a Championship, but is a Legend.

[@fredsullivan2777]

@@bignickdigger7105 JR was EXCEPTIONAL in the plate races! FEARLESS!

[@johncox2443]

He had a great role model

[@cindyjomoore6813]

Dale Jr. and Kevin , I am so glad to see this podcast . Once Mark Martin retired , I was at a loss as to a favorite driver . I always wished the best for both of you . Love and Hugs , guys .

[@321gates]

You have six thumbs up and I shall not change that out of respect for the greatest driver of all time, with the worst luck.

[@michaelbailey6980]

I was lucky to have a about ten minutes to talk with Senior. Funny thing you said that about Mark. Dale Sr. and me spend the most of the time talking about Martin (my favorite driver after Davy) before I had to get back to work and Dale had to get back to his new yacht. Changed my whole attitude about Dale.

[@twoblacklabs904]

It’s truly great to finally hear the airing out of these past grievances. Kevin was definitely put in a bad position when he was renegotiating his ‘17 deal with Stewart-Haas during the period of a youth movement into the sport, where hungry young drivers would accept much less to get a seat. But keep in mind Jimmie Johnson’s comments of a few days ago, where he said the EXACT SAME THING about the sport moving ahead…that salaries are high and costs are being drastically cut… It really makes you think that Jr. was EXACTLY correct at that time, and was forecasting where the business model was changing, whether Kevin Harvick liked the comments (regarding his pending financial situation) or not!

[@hengineer]

Thing is, it still pissed everyone off. Can you tell me anyone who is on Joe Gibbs side of the deal when it came to Matt Kenseth?

[@twoblacklabs904]

@@hengineer … you’re right. Erik Jones was a miserable failure in the #20 car @ JGR… But it didn’t stop Coach from making the switch and paying Jones A LOT LE$$ than what he was spending for a driver of Kenseth’s winning caliber…

[@racemom2737]

It may have been true, but the problem Harvick had was he felt it was unfair and selfish of Earnhardt Jr. who was the biggest name in the sport at the time and the most popular driver to come out and say that publicly. Earnhardt was basically saying at the time that he knew he was getting overpaid, but as long as he "got his" it didn't matter to him if the other drivers at the time (Harvick, Kenseth) got theirs or not. That's the problem Harvick had with Earnhardt's comments and he was in the right to be pissed about it. I do agree with Earnhardt, though, that a lot of times you're put on the spot in these press conferences by reporters and media when they ask questions and stuff comes out before you think it out, and a lot of times when they ask you questions there aren't right answers for them just wrong ones.

[@odonnchadha1978]

Of course he was but just like JR said he shouldn't have said it at that moment. Wrong time to bring it up

[@freedom6919741]

Kevin Harvick is a true professional. He handled replacing a legend ! Not many people could of stood up to that pressure.

[@azb2605]

Professional cry baby!

[@freedom6919741]

@@azb2605 must be a Lagono fan.

[@azb2605]

@@freedom6919741 god no! Never liked him.

[@kellybolton6218]

Thank you for doing another great podcast show I appreciated that Dale and Kevin could finally clear the air and now I feel better about the situation as a fan of both of them I've always had mad respect 4 Kevin stepin into Sr.'s car and doin a great job under such hard circumstances so thanks 4 another great show. These are good lessons in humanity and growth. I will always be an Earnhardt family fan till the day I head over the rainbow and beyond. I hope Kevin has many great winning years ahead of him to and will continue to root for him. God Speed to u all the whole crew and all fans ✌❤🙏🇺🇸💯

[@timgwaltney4793]

One of JRs best interviews. Very impressed with Kevin Harvick…

[@DeBa1226]

Dang I never get tired of this behind the scenes transparent stories and admissions! Love Earnhardts and always a huge fan of Harvick. This was such a high level, classy coming together to make things right, I can’t tell you! One, it’s biblical to give up the right to be right and settle differences; that’s the most important. Secondly, these guys always liked either, and to restore that friendship, and a great future between them moving forward is exciting. And finally, they just flat modeled to fans, what everybody ought to being doing in their own lives. So much peace in that.

[@rickydearmon5323]

I wish Mike Davis would’ve just let it lie after Junior and Harvey buried the hatchet he took away from what those two guys did since it was between them

[@DeBa1226]

@@rickydearmon5323 not really. It’s buried, I’m sure they’re all good.

[@ronnieayers6956]

Lost all respect for Harvick when he pushed Keselowski toward Gordon that started the teams pushing and shoving! Don't believe this would have happened if he had not shoved Brad. Then Harvick sneaks away after the shove. Harvick acted like a kid on the playground to get a fight started! Did he apologize or did NASCAR bring it to Harvick attention?? If he didn't apologize he should have!! NASCAR?! I enjoy your shows Dale Jr. and thanks for sharing the many aspects of your life with us!!🇺🇸

[@PNW_Car_Mods]

As a life long fan of both of you guys this went exactly as I expected it would. Two sides to the story and a bunch of back story most of if not all of us didn't know about. Glad that it is behind you guys.

[@mostrosticator]

I've been a Harvick fan since his 1st win at Atlanta Motor Speedway only his 3rd Cup start. Passing Jeff Gordon on the high side coming out of the 4th turn.... Extraordinary win! Especially during that current time during that particular era. It was full of emotions.

[@lescaylor7211]

Harvick had the lead with Gordon trying to pass.

[@ajf230]

Didn’t pass him, almost choked actually. But still

[@tommymanns4524]

L I'm so how much do you need

[@scottperry6865]

I was at that race too, hell of a race, still miss Dale

[@TruckerTim64]

I'm 57 and I've been a NASCAR fan for along time my opinion about what y'all just done discussing the situation about the past and now y'all are great having hashing out the situation like men like men of God that matters and makes me have a whole different Outlook on both of y'all for the better that was deep I needed to hear that it makes y'all a better person and me also kudos to all 3 of y'all kudos up most respect for all 3 of y'all thanks God bless wow🙏🙏🙏

[@Winters506]

This conversation just goes to prove how you may say something, with no intentions of hurting someone else, that greatly affects them personally. Then how easy it is to take it personal to the point you get angry and bitter towards the person that said it because you think it was directed at you. It was nice to see both guys explain what was going on in their world at the moment they both said what they did so each of them completely understood the others point of view. Lots of things wouldn’t ever be problems if we took the time to hear each other out. Good lesson in this podcast.

[@Wheelmass]

This podcast keeps it real! Glad Kevin felt comfortable and all of you were able to talk it out. Dale, you and the company you keep bring out the best in people!

[@jasonbone7033]

I don’t know how next year’s show can top this past season. This whole year’s worth of guests has just been EPIC!!! Thank You!

[@kylejmxb]

Thank you Dale, for all you do for racing, NASCAR, iRacing, everything. You are truly a great role model for everyone, we could all learn a few things from you! Appreciate you.

[@dewbiewa]

Notice carefully what was done here. Egos were set a side. Mouths were shut, and ears were opened. Others were allowed to share their perspective. And resolutions were found. This podcast may be a wonderful lesson in life.

[@richardbrehm9265]

You can't get a better resolution than this podcast two class acts finding a common ground .

[@teedawg2112]

Watching Kevin and JR waiting for Mike to finishing drag this on was painful

[@brians48now]

Yes it was and it was that way because he was saying the things that needed to be said. Harvick was an ass back then and as was very evident this past season, he is still an ass.

[@paulpennacchia701]

Exactly! Biggest grudgeholder. It's great that Jr.lets him speak though. No big EGO!

[@benrossbach6501]

More people need to work on talking things out,like this. So many times people loose friends over what in life over small things Thanks for sharing

[@macopus]

This was by far the best episode of the download. You guys really got Kevin to open up. I learned so much about him. I can’t wait for next season of the download! My favorite podcast.

[@DJ_CMU]

Jimmie was so dominant for so long. I think the fan base associated the lack of diversity regarding success, directly with Jimmie. Any factor the fans weren't pleased with, for example, boring racing, their favorite drivers not winning, predictability of Jimmie dominating at particular race tracks; some of that negativity becomes associated with Jimmie himself. That's my opinion for why Jimmie isn't more popular. In these scenarios, they are loved and appreciated much more in the future, in 60 years Jimmie will get the respect and acknowledgement he deserves.

[@GoodOlRoll]

My theory is that a LOT of people just don't like the chase format.

[@cameronhobbs2142]

no one likes a group of cheaters lol and thats all that classic 48 camp was.

[@vincewallett]

@@cameronhobbs2142 haters gonna hate! If you ain't cheating, you ain't trying ~ Someone

[@Lazyboy51]

@@cameronhobbs2142 dude you have a lot to learn... EVERY nascar team cheats, you're always searching for an advantage in a grey area. Seriously don't be ignorant

[@frederickschulze8014]

Part of the reason was because Jeff Gordon and Dale Sr. had already captured much of the fanbase. Jeff Gordon fans probably felt like Jimmie Johnson was stealing their success and Dale Sr. fans already had a reason to not like Hendrick drivers because of Gordon.

[@justbob2133]

Another great podcast, very cool that Dale uses his platform to mend fences when necessary. That's wisdom, and something we should all be doing in our own lives. Good job, Jr!

[@IRod641]

I have hear the podcast two times. Really enjoyed the talk and discussion they have. This is how to talk about a problem and solve it. Kevin is right about fixing the problem and talk about it like adults. A big fan of both of these guys. Kevin had a same big shoes to fill in 2001.

[@thomasbertram1372]

Much needed for both Kevin and Dale. By far the best DJD podcast I've listened to!!

[@bryanswing135]

Excellent Interview with Kevin, you guys always bring back old memories of things that happen and that's why I love ❤ the Dale Jr Download. Happy Holidays to everyone watch ya next year. TTFN.

[@simonrelic8402]

I was excited to see this. Awesome to see two grown men who have had differences sit down and hash it out. I think Harvick is a lot like Dale Sr. Mad on the track and your friend 5 minutes later. Great show!

[@bsuqueren]

Dale is such a calm and collected man. What a wonderful role model. Thank you for sharing the video.

[@alansmith7626]

I think most drivers in NASCAR assume every person alive has their same competitive spirit, they do not...lol... I remember in my 22 yrs in the Navy, especially first few years, everyone at work hung out together even when they were off, and all we did was talk shop, was like we had little in common with civilians but we did relate in so many ways, but unless you are in whatever "group" you were part of, no one else gets it But, as You young men are learning, as you get older, many times your viewpoint on things changes, and sure, some times you look back and wonder why you did what you did back then, even wonder who that person that was you back then could even been the person that did that! At the same time, you can do what ya'll did , talk about it, share what was going on that neither one knew, and even have a laugh about it...great show!

[@stadleroux]

This conversation is a prime example of why I always like to say no matter the topic, no matter the persons discussing it, objectivity is a myth. There ain't no such thing. Everybody's looking at a situation from his/her own perspective, simply because it's damn near impossible to see it from another's perspective. But it always helps to try.

[@Jpilgrim30]

I love seeing two of my favorite drivers talk it out and bury the hatchet. Maybe we can see Harvick on the show more often now.

[@pipper2281]

Dale said at the end of the podcast that he would like Kevin to come back on the show next year and harvick said he'd gladly come back

[@davidrichardson6721]

I really respect the way Dale and Kevin handled this. They talked it out, stayed calm, and then let it go. Glad to see them move forward with a renewed, healed friendship.

[@yoyo-vz2yt]

One of the best podcasts I've heard in a long time. Quality content. I usually don't watch MMP, JRE, or YMH in it's entirety but DJD always hits different!

[@gregstaton5538]

Glad to see you guys put it behind you.Two of my favorite drivers .....

[@christinaw2518]

Dale Jr is such a class act. I am so proud of the man he is. ❤️🏁

[@stewpuddy4161]

Man. I LOVE that table! The most amazing, interesting conversations have taken place at it!

[@sarmadjaboory427]

A True Friendship will always come back as long as two people can seat down and listen to each other, truly happy the a friendship was restore.

[@johnfrazier9327]

Used to race (wrench) with Kevin at Mesa Marin. The reason Jimmy (and Kevin) don't get the respect regardless of massive accomplishments.... They are left-coasters! There has always been a stink eye from the traditional southern drivers and more so, the fans. You can hear it in the stands and tone of the crowds. Kinda is what it is unfortunately. Always love Jr. and Kevin and love that you guys air it out. Great convo.

[@dimedraweriv258]

What Harvick said was 100 percent correct. There's been many fans who've said the same thing about the most popular driver not being the best in the sport kinda hurting the brand of Nascar. I can totally understand Junior's feelings being hurt as well because they were tight at a one time. Just one of those things that happens in life and shouldn't have taken 4 years to fix.

[@RUNINAGT]

Man, I would of loved to be in the room for that podcast. I'm a Harvick fan since he took over the legends car. I'm a Jr fan because he always seemed / seems to be just a down to earth regular guy. To me he just seems like a person that you run into and can talk with him and he would be cool with that. Reminds me of the time I helped Bill Murray at the shop I worked at and him and I just talked. He was normal. I think if I ever get a chance to meet Jr outside of a race track he would be just that other dude. Kevin, I'm a fan until he hangs the helmet up. I would love to just talk with him as well. We all know our chances of doing so are slim to none for opportunities like that. I got the honor to hang out with Kevin for a brief minute at Darlington during the Busch race. We were apart of AC Delco and got to hang in the pit stall during the race. For the brief minute I got to talk to Kev, he made us feel welcomed. He was running double duty so we actually got to talk more with Delana. She was cool as well. Why am I typing this IDK, guess I just think it's super cool that Jr had him on the show and they just did the right thing. You can tell by both of their expressions that, this is what they truly wanted.

[@twoblacklabs904]

RUNINAGT … THEE Bill Murray? Caddyshack Bill Murray? Very COOL! I saw him on a FL golf course a few years ago…it was awesome! What a great guy.

[@RUNINAGT]

@@twoblacklabs904 The man himself. He lives here in Charleston SC. We actually talked about my Bullitt Mustang and how one of his favorite movies was Bullitt. Dude man sat in my car checking it out.

[@RUNINAGT]

@@twoblacklabs904 The man himself. He lives here in Charleston SC. We actually talked about my Bullitt Mustang and how one of his favorite movies was Bullitt. Dude man sat in my car checking it out.

[@RUNINAGT]

The man himself. He lives here in Charleston SC. We actually talked about my Bullitt Mustang and how one of his favorite movies was Bullitt. Dude man sat in my car checking it out.

[@xerolift]

Kevin has been my driver since 02/18/2001 and i have a lot of respect for Dale. Good to see this worked out. Also, kinda funny af to see Joey's car on the desk in front of Kevin

[@dingman29]

Mike gets triggered waaay too easy over Dale… like an over protective girlfriend 😂🤣😂🤣

[@paulpennacchia701]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@lsuhutch9570]

He’s a Bama fan, so I don’t except to to much outta Mike.

[@xmbdesign7421]

He was talking about HIS experience during that fiasco. Not Dale's, lol

[@JC-di4uz]

Dale signs his hefty paycheck , actually I think kelly signs all their checks lol

[@xmbdesign7421]

@JC Mike founded and is co-owner of Dirty Mo. I'm pretty sure he's signing his own checks nowadays. 😉

[@jmbnorth]

I’m glad this happened! It’s a big moment that was really needed for the sport of NASCAR racing. 👍👍

[@Vangent87]

I get the frustration of you got JR on his way out and he’s making people question his legacy and having to defend it to make sure it withstood the test of time. However from Harvicks point of view you have a driver who’s made every damn dollar he could his entire career and on his way out he’s telling drivers they need to lower their prices after he’s already made his money and now you got someone in the middle of a contract negotiation now having to justify his worth because team owners are saying maybe JR is right. Both sides had reason to take it personally.

[@jwgirl1604]

IMO Being on his way out had nothing to do with Dale's comment. As he explained while being interviewed, questions are coming at rapid speed. Dale answered from the heart in the moment. His answer would have been perfectly fine if had between a bunch of drivers. Once it was answered on a national scale Dale realized it probably was not the right answer. No matter how good you are, you are only worth what the highest bidder is willing to pay you.

[@branon6565]

Dale Jr is the Tony Romo of NASCAR, overrated overpaid and never really won a damn thing.....

[@Vangent87]

@LiberalsAreTrash that’s not true… he had 26 1st place finishes, 260 top ten finishes, most popular driver 15 times in a row, Daytona 500 winner, 2 xfinity series championships and is overall a great ambassador for the sport. Also keep in mind he didn’t have a 30 year run like his dad or Gordon he retired in his prime.

[@barrywhite4509]

Well, Kenseth is 5 times as good a driver as Jr ever was. So for Jr to comment on Kenseth’s worth is ridiculous.

[@rodgerhecht3623]

Love these pod casts. JR loves this sport and has and continues help it grow. Life is too short, glad these men worked this out. Both have had big shoes to fill,and a lot of pressure to endure.

[@richardshores5421]

I listened to the entire podcast and it is one of the best and glad Dale Jr. and Harvick were able to get the animosity resolved. One thing that NASCAR lost when Bill France Jr. passed away was how he would get drivers that were feuding to have dinner with him and things got patched up. They might not become the best of friends, but things got resolved in private and that was the end of it.

[@karlmartin7146]

I been waiting for this moment since this show started man. So glad they got this out

[@TravisHargiss]

Life is short, I’m glad to see two men mature and put the past behind them.

[@Dooguy]

It is short.....sometimes tho you learn about people who you thought you knew or thought were your friend and they weren't. And you Need to leave them behind.

[@TravisHargiss]

@@Dooguy absolutely

[@weseisenschenkslostmusclec9123]

Why is Mike dominating the conversation?

[@davidfrench5407]

He sure felt it was important to be able to express HIS feelings, when I feel he should have let Junior and Kevin talk more. To me, about halfway into this, it got awkward when Mike got it wound up again.

[@jamesmarquardt7249]

Totally correct. Who is mike anyhow?-?

[@warren9148]

Nice job guys I hope one day this generation will have their own legends of stockcar racing reunions 👍👍 I watch the old ones every year but way to be men and gentlemen ✌️👍

[@papasmurf1904]

Two big names being humble and burying the past.....and moving on as Friends! I was glad to see this! I tip my truckers hat to you both! 😀

[@PatriotAmerican44]

Major respect for these guys. The world would be a greater place if adults handled things like this.

[@dianajones3809]

I feel like Dale and Kevin were good and ready to move on to more enjoyable topics at 11:58 of this video. But Mike still needed to hash out his issues. I get it, Mike gives a crap about Dale and has a very protective personality when he loves you, but.......it's not the Dale Jr and Mike Davis Dowload. Still loved it!! Great content!!!!!!

[@buckkinsel1081]

Mike definitely didn’t let it go. But it shows how much she cares for Dale Jr. Overall a great podcast

[@brians48now]

@@buckkinsel1081 And he shouldn't have just let it go. To many people just say awwww, just forgive and forget. Like that makes everything better. It doesn't. Harvic has always been an ass and as everyone saw this past season, he still is.

[@davidfrench5407]

@@brians48now Nah, let the two guys (Junior and Kevin) hash it out, it was between them. Mike seemed to want to stir it up again with HIS feelings about it.

[@brians48now]

@@davidfrench5407 It was done on the show. Mike is part of the show. It could have been edited out. It wasn't.

[@Ktaurus26]

@@brians48now uh it’s a two way street Dale jr isn’t innocent in this both we’re wrong. Stop trying to act like it’s all Kevin’s fault. Two men made up and move on. You should too

[@SteveLowe65]

Best DJD yet. Thanks for doing this!

[@jasonwiggins6137]

I'm glad to see that Harvick took his helmet off to conduct this interview.

[@Arthurmorgz]

Two absolute legends of our sport dealing with issues in a way they can be proud of. We can all learn something from this.

[@instapizzabmx4206]

If only Dutch could deal out his issues instead of believing in that rat 😂

[@scottyskydog]

Two awesome drivers! Great to see them clarify the past misunderstandings!

[@davidstephens6630]

I remember Dale saying how he was let down when the Redskins didn't win. So I invested into Dale Jr the way he felt when the Redskins lost. I was let down when Jr wasn't competitive or didn't win. Good show gang. I think Jr is a humble man.

[@ajuniorlover88]

I wish I could just give Dale Jr. a hug right now! I remember when that was said and how hurt he was then and still seems hurt but you are such a kind human to forgive as God wants us all to do! I wish there was more of this in the world!

[@ajuniorlover88]

I made this comment a little prematurely! Now that I watched the rest my heart is happy that they finally put this in the past.

[@michaelefferson5780]

Mike really seems like the kind of friend everyone needs. Especially for introverted people like Dale Jr. who hate conflict. I'm actually surprised at how blunt and direct he is with Kevin. Every adult in the world could learn something about conflict resolution from this video too. Well done and so glad y'all are good now 👏🏼

[@ashketchumsdad]

Mike is the real star of the podcast

[@da324]

@@ashketchumsdad I wouldn't go that far.

[@brandonbarker6009]

There is another level of respect between Harvick and Dale.

[@douglashayes3167]

here Sept 30th, 2022...... even more respect for all these guys...... loved the show

[@illinoiscentralrailroadfan6015]

Two of my favorite drivers

[@danmellema6111]

I totally didn’t like Dale Jr back at the beginning. I always wanted him to not do well. But now, I totally respect him. I think that he’s such a wonderful role model and very down to earth person.

[@soxnpats4lyfe]

I have the same feeling. I didnt like dale jr until he wasnt a driver. Thats because of his fan base not him

[@brucekoster9253]

My only question is.....why in Gods name would you want him to fail?

[@toddw6716]

Great to see this finally. Congratulations to both.

[@JimmyGOliver]

This has changed my op of HARV yet again. Mad respect for both these legends!

[@paulym5814]

Kevin apologized. Let it go Mike. They have put the issue to bed. Move on and grow from it.

[@brians48now]

So just forgive and forget, right? Kevin used to be an ass but now that he's aged a bit, he's ok. Oh wait, I guess he's not ok as this past season showed clearly.

[@Ktaurus26]

@@brians48now right because chase is an innocent Angel

[@brians48now]

@@Ktaurus26 Did I say anything at all about Chase? Pretty sure I didn't. You have a severe reading comprehension problem.

[@paulapavlovich771]

I love that they can come together appoligize and be mature adults about what they were feeling then and now.

[@brianmoran5705]

Great feeling, thank you, both...

[@UncleTravelingMatty]

You are such adults now! Lol great conversation to hear. Jimmie deserved more accolades for sure. Thanks to you Kevin and Dale for opening the tough feelings box.

[@joelquidort6527]

The reason why nascar fans love the family names is because unlike any other sport it’s a connection to the past. We love nostalgia. And if other sports could do that, they would to. You lose an Earnhardt, you cling to the next one or an Elliot.

[@paulstone994]

Jimmie Johnson wasn’t a fan favorite because he won too much, made Nascar boring knowing nobody could beat him for so many years.

[@teresaclark7720]

By far the best interview EVER!!!

[@toddriedy382]

Great example of how to clear the air from Kevin and Jr. Putting pride away to be save a relationship between friends. I’m just so proud of these men!

[@jdotdeedot5972]

What's hurting the sport more than any of this drama is the massive barrier of entry into the sport.

[@pauletterichards4755]

Dale JR is a gentleman he lets his guest speak their mind such a nice young man

[@bougiemarc]

1st time listening to this podcast. A really great conversation between these 2 giants of Nascar.

[@regularjoe123]

Not sure how I stumbled upon Dale Jr’s podcast but I’m glad I did, I’m 3 episodes in and loving the topics he covers as well as the input he provides. You woulda thought he had it easy but that certainly wasn’t the case, glad I stumbled in here

[@ad206]

NASCAR's greatest growth period had the Most Popular Drive win one race in something like 7 seasons. Bill Elliott in the '90s.

[@InformalGreeting]

Elliot was popular but he wasn’t so far above the rest of the field like Jr. In the 90s people were cheering for Sr., Gordon was catching fire, Davey Allison in the early 90s, Rusty Wallace- all bad huge followings. All that said, I was always cheering for Awesome Bill and didn’t give a rip whether he was winning. When I was young and fell in love with racing there was nobody faster.

[@RCullis47]

Really good lesson demonstrated in this vid. The best part is it's not just applicable to racing but the big picture as well. I love the racing stories but throwing in a lesson about life now and then is cool too. Pedal to the metal!

[@travishanner9970]

Jr and Kevin will be forever linked due to circumstances. Glad to see these 2 icons, Hall of Famers, get real, be honest, and put it behind them. THAT is how MEN handle things!! Great job, guys!!

[@rajaeenabawi1139]

RCR&DEI made history together.the son of a legend and the man who step inside Earnhardt Sr. car.what a story.Lil E and Kevin Harvick made Dale Sr. Smile down on them.glad to see these men make price after comments they both used.🙏💪💯❤️😎

[@donnafoley1250]

I respect how you drivers talk to each others that's how it should be handle it.