Ryan McGee Tells Incredible Dale Jr. & Dale Earnhardt Stories, Recaps Las Vegas | Dale Jr. Download

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is on spring break, so his longtime friend and co-author of “Racing to the Finish” Ryan McGee is filling in.
You might recognize Ryan from his longtime coverage of motorsports for ESPN and his popular show with recent Download guest Marty Smith, “Marty & McGee.”
There was a lot to discuss after a full weekend of NASCAR action in Las Vegas:
- Writing “Racing to the Finish” with Dale Jr.
- Working with Dale Sr. as a young reporter
- Rajah Caruth’s big first Truck win
- John Hunter Nemechek continues to excel
- What Kyle Larson’s 24th NASCAR Cup win really means
During as special “Ask McGee” segment, listeners tuned into KZbin live and sent in questions about:
- Ryan’s favorite Dale Jr. stories
- What he learned about Dale Jr. while writing the book
- What it’s like working on “Marty & McGee”
Thanks for watching everyone!
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[@kylebrindley9498]

Couldn't have had a better guest host. Hopefully Dirty Mo can hire McGee on retainer for whenever Dale has to miss another show because you won't find anyone else to fill in better than this 💯

[@mitchblanton8085]

Ryan McGee knocked it out of the park, Great fill-in 👍

[@Nickearl1]

Absolutely.

[@ryanchurch3922]

What a fantastic fill in! Need this man as a co-host

[@claychamlee884]

He could easily step into Mike's former spot!!!

[@Whistlin10Speed]

Absolutely phenomenal show, couldn’t have picked a better guest host.

[@DavidWilliams-wj7fr]

McGee absolutely killed it the show was AWESOME 😂.

[@mikecallan8346]

Great guest host. McGee should be on more often. Great stories and even better story teller. 100%.

[@GregorySovine-bt9hj]

What a great guest host, great episode.

[@chadbarth-hj4kb]

McGee has the right amount of energy and talent as a substitute in Junior’s absence. Love Dale’s style but, McGee is a great palette refresher, reminds me of old time radio.

[@DFord-eo5ud]

What a great episode. I was smiling or laughing the whole time!

[@IanTheMotorsportsMan_YT]

hello, Ryan, your part of the Dale Jr book was amazing! Welcome to the show as a fill-in!

[@klk1900]

Btw I love this guy! I hope he reads these comments. He’s such a great guy to fill in, esp giving his history. He can speak of incidents in the 90s til today. Very valuable.

[@terrybenson3632]

This was a great episode!!.. Ryan has so many stories through his years of covering NASCAR.. I could listen to him for hours.. Thanks Jr. for asking Ryan to guest host for you..😉

[@bradhagen4594]

this dude needs to be on more often. his insight and comedic poetry is spot on

[@Rog1157]

If Ryan had a show with Dirty Mo media, I would watch it every week. This was fun.

[@davidgough1161]

Thank you, Ryan. I love your candid method of talking to the guys about life and racing. Keep on doing what you do. BTW, I am 61 and remember all of the old stuff. My Dad raced go karts with Ricky Rudd, Many fond memories as a kid.

[@bevnracin]

Hey Man ! You were AWESOME Ryan McGee 👏👏 Fantastic job, I loved the stories about Jr and Dale Earnhardt. You didn't disappoint ❤

[@billnewberry6295]

Without a doubt, I thoroughly enjoyed this show / episode. From the stories to the insight, even the thoughts on the weekend's races... top notch from all involved. I am especially moved by something Ryan talks about 22 minutes in (I won't spoil it for those who haven't listened / watched). It hit me hard, and is so true. I sure hope Ryan is back soon!

[@jackolson8775]

I knew Id find negative comments about this episode. BS ! This one a great one. Thanks, Ryan.

[@GreaseVision]

I'm down for the Ryan McGee Download any week

[@Chadakins60.]

This guy Ryan is amazing and entertaining please get him on full time

[@jgrof52]

I wasn't sure if I was going to watch this. I am presently surprised. Great job guys.

[@timj3590]

I actually was thinking I would skip it also 😂😂😂

[@JohnWhite-ll7ek]

Yo!!!! Bring Ryan back! He's great!

[@datdudeRem]

Fantastic fill in for Jr. w/ Ryan McGee. Just felt like a special episode of Marty & McGee

[@RussellMotorsports]

I struggled with some head injuries and related so so much with the book. It was a wonderful tool to make others understand what we're going through. Thank you for your work with the book and sharing with others.

[@BradLMN]

Man...that was AWESOME!! 😎

[@The_Keto_Klingon]

I almost skipped this. So glad it popped up in my auto-play. I actually wept. Thanks man.

[@MojoFromMempho]

Great show and great guest host. You kept me entertained for an hour and a half Ryan McGee. Thanks! 👍

[@MrJking065]

I played Barbies and had Tea Parties many times when my daughter was young. Never missed a dance recital. We have a close relationship to this day. I was not a perfect dad, but I tried my best.

[@IanTheMotorsportsMan_YT]

you did the best you can do. This sounds like great father material to me from what I read. She is thankful for what you've done!

[@AlexBerman1]

Marty and McGee are two amazing people both episodes were outstanding...I feel like having them on together would be a headache for the crew but that'd be a sight!

[@DJTabor_95]

What a great listen! Love hearing his perspective on so many cool things! You killed it Ryan!

[@jimhogan5333]

Dale Jr and Mike Davis this man needs a show on Dirty Mo. I could listen listen to this guy for hours. Great episode! Ralph from Moorsville called in a question. LMAO

[@gloriouslyimperfect]

You can. Tv show every weekend on sec network.

[@oozley2]

Awesome show, I could listen to him talk for hours, great story teller/ speaker

[@BurnNotice2023]

I love the LSU shoutout. We are known for our fans, from football in Tiger Stadium, to baseball in the College World Series, we try to dominate. It's nice to stand out in random (not so random) podcasts. I can attest, the LSU fandom is right up there with the JR Nation fandom and vice versa.

[@karl_mathews]

Bring Back RYAN!!!! Best show listening to all his stories

[@suedemays9046]

Damn mcgee, u were just born to talk racing, great job subbing for jr.

[@BigSkyModelWorkshop]

We definitely need more McGee!

[@planman860]

I said it this morning on twitter that I had no idea who Ryan was but I'm so glad I saw this clip and watched the whole thing. He did an Awesome job! 😂

[@ItzMzJulez2U]

LOL! Explaining to the youngsters about ‘SportsCenter’ cracked me up… then I realized… I’m old!!😆 Great episode. Thanks for the book. I’ve read mine twice, and as one who’s suffered a serious career ending concussion as well, I cried reading it, knowing I wasn’t alone.❤️🏁❤️

[@justinschultz4325]

I now have my next book to read on vacation. I just ordered it. Thanks Ryan. You sold me on it.

[@benhartman2238]

Awesome show. Learned a lot from Ryan Mcgee.

[@tombranchjr1]

GREAT guest host. Thanks McGee

[@luecreative]

This was AWESOME. Hell of a host. Hope to see more of McGee around Dirty Mo in the future!!!

[@marshag9360]

Great show. Great sub. Hope to see him on the show again.

[@douglaspell3764]

McGee this was Alsum! Great job really enjoyed it! Go Big Orange!

[@kristenwhite2701]

I love Ryan’s energy. It’s like going to a concert without a break between songs, just 90 minutes of straight music. He had 90 minutes without a break in story telling. Was he caffeinated or can he always go at this level?

[@sjolson68]

Love Ryan. Such a top guy, always has been.

[@krawchek3881]

What an awesome freakin co-host. Need to have him in for a sit down like Marty did a few weeks back!

[@chrisw443]

If someone gave me that advice that dale gave ryan about his mom dying, I woulda avoided at least one mental breakdown. I was so messed up from people saying my dad was in a better place. He wasn't, he's my dad, and hes gone. Took me a good couple years to learn to live with him gone, and to forgive those who told me that he was better off away from us. I just am not religious. I miss him everyday but I know he would be proud of me living, surviving, and learning to live with him gone.

[@jimgillett1184]

Yes Dale Jr said last week Ryan was filling in. He even said that he'd probably be listening and may even ask a question or something I think. And said you never know. But ya great guest host and great stories about Dale Jr and Sr.

[@johncrooke7658]

Great show. Very interesting

[@MountainMcCumbee]

I remember hearing the story. When Dale shaved in the Bahamas it was because of a bet with Michael waltrip I believe. If I remember correctly it was a depth diving challenge and it was the diving with no tanks so you had to hold your breath. And the Only way for Dale to have a chance to win the bet was by shaving the stache. He won the bet.

[@adampipkin852]

Great job Ryan! Loved the stories.

[@chrisp883]

Great episode!!

[@flyjarrett]

Wasn’t really familiar with McGee until this episode. I really enjoyed his commentary and perspective. He reminded me of Dave Despain on Windtunnel in a way.

[@ArnoldMurray-w2j]

DangFire, Ryan is a "keep u on yur toes " kindda guy...lol...GREAT show !

[@danawalker55]

Great show!

[@Metallica101ftw]

This is fantastic. Great fill in

[@davidlusk4350]

😮😮😮😮this is awesome!!! Whomever is doing the booking, keep it up!!

[@TracksideViews]

“This is AWESOME!”

[@danielroelkey2155]

Ryan was an awesome host but that is no surprise. He loves racing and is just an awesome dude in general.

[@andrewmatthews2645]

Damn I was super pumped to hear McGee was gonna be on, didn't realize that meant Dale wasn't gonna be on.

[@sebastianalarcon7218]

another vote for McGee over here!!!

[@TroySteele17]

What a twist

[@chadbeaty9070]

THIS WAS AWESOME!

[@wickedj3]

DYING laughing at everyones Dale Jr impression. Effing hilarious Also, Need a McGee podcast on the DMM network

[@tntinavolfan]

That was awesome!!

[@edwinthompson1557]

Hey! Where’s the Brad Daugherty Episode?! I’ve been waiting for the episode the whole month of February😢

[@brentbass3892]

Good Ole boy from the Rock! Gotta bring him back with Jr they would be funny together.

[@g.l.williams1178]

Awesome show , Dude is great!

[@chuckcoppinger557]

Freekin Next Level with McGee.

[@roberthevern6169]

Good job, Ryan!!

[@mattmarcz7574]

McGee is the man. He could totally play Mike Helton in a Nascar movie.

[@rickyshawl508]

Mcgee, you killed this

[@BrandoTheGamingChampionship]

Ryan McGee makes it feel like Dale Earnhardt Jr never left to go on vacation when he does Dale Jr voice

[@Metalman1963]

Damn Dirty Mo do you ever miss on a guest or host.....answer is no...good stuff

[@Nickearl1]

Love the Tattooine pod racing jacket!!

[@patrickbrannon1325]

I swear it looks like they got Tyler Reddick and Alex Bowman running the board and producing the show haha

[@mikeross5927]

That was a great show, really enjoyed it.

[@Chezzwinks]

Im also a Daulton and can relate. My middle name is Wesley so its even better

[@gloriouslyimperfect]

Love me some McGee.

[@Chad-sp4hq]

Nice job taking the wheel

[@finnickrinzler8907]

I got that jacket for Christmas. Lol

[@dakotamoorefield7116]

🔥 Jacket for real tho

[@midnight4539]

Loved the shout~out to Tom Higgins

[@neilparry9511]

Dang.

[@jamescopeland9147]

Front Row Joe, that is what I remember about Joe.

[@jasonjackson5493]

Ryan Mcgee needs to be the next co-hos of the DJD! Jr does a fantastic job. I feel like he's more comfortable, and let's lose a little more with another person in the studio to bounce off of

[@bigshoopchannel]

McGee is THE BEST.

[@evanwilliams6406]

Ryan McGee did a fine sub job.

[@Jeffbambam]

Peter Griffin " Roadhouse" ! 😂

[@Dowhatnow87]

Looks like Dirty Mo needs to hire a new host or co-host with Dale. Mr. McGee makes a pretty good "with guy." Also, after rewatching the first interview with Jeff Gordon, I really appreciate Mike Davis helping Dale (and his podcast) get started and kinda breaking him out of his shell. On top of everything else he's done, I'm sure. Have a great getaway, Dale. And if you're reading this, put your dang phone down, Mr.😂🍻

[@AR_420]

26:23 King of the Hill, I think...😂

[@kanyecheedar9170]

Jeff Gordon did not push Bayne to the win in 2011 he literally DNF

[@austinblansett9900]

Correct me if I’m wrong, but did Dale say he was missing this weeks show prior to this? Not hating. I love Ryan.

[@toddschlicher]

Yes, said he’d be on Spring Break

[@bks7842]

Wow, your daughter is in college!? Does she still rock out to my Marty & McGee Show 406 theme song? Billy Higgins.

[@TimTrutone]

1:18:05 HUH!!!

[@vapinbachelor289]

Yes you’re getting old Ryan!! 😂😂

[@TroySteele17]

Luke Kuechly and Dale Jr sit down please

[@christopherlong7604]

I think dale said he loves to pack up the essentials for the beach days

[@michaelsullivan1262]

John Goodman in the hizzy!