After hearing this story and seeing the pressure on Ralph and Dale Sr...it make me think about the burden that has unfairly been on Jr. He suddenly became the leader of the family and of NASCAR. The pressure must have been immense these past 20 yrs
He loved jr so much he laughed at Gordon compared to Dale jr. He actually laughed at Gordons special driving. And was right. If jr does not want to be a negligent person. Then he might not want to be intense at driving
I'll tell you right now that's the best Dale Earnhardt Jr's interview I have ever watched. Kelly from all I've seen and heard has been the backbone of JRM,(please have her on more), it was a privilege to be able the see and hear the three of you talk.
Hearing stories like this goes a long way toward healing some of the open wounds Teresa left on so many of Dales's fans when he died. A lot of us needed some closure but it wasn't in Teresa's heart to let that happen. So even after 21 years, family stories like these make Dales fans feel closer to him and get a little of the closure that they need.
Anthony Nelson, Teresa is an evil greedy witch. She won't even allow Earnhardt family members to visit Dale Sr's grave or Dale Sr's property. She even won't allow Dale Jr, and Kelly, to have personal items that still belong to them.
I want to say thank you to all of the Earnhardt’s. Thank you for sharing these personal stories with us. For me they are my favorite of any thing on UA-cam.
I think this story is a seminal moment in Dale's life that we the fans never really knew about that informs a lot about his personality. Like Cathy said, it changed him and made him bitter, and it doesn't seem like he fully got over it until well in to the 90's.
You tell aunt cathy on that big list of amazing guests she was one of the best guest on that show shes a good story teller and also was glad to see your sister there too lol felt like it was a special podcast just because all three of you are family so it fit well
God Bless you aunt Cathy I loved that! Thank You from (not just) a Dale fan, but a true Earnhardt fan that truly loves the Earnhardt family and all it's history! I love hearing stories about the WHOLE family's success, failures, happy times, heart breaks and how ya'll pulled through. Your family is really inspirational and I love what you all have shared with the world. Much respect to you all!
your Aunt Cathyis such a sweet lady please have her own more often cuz I'm sure she's got lots of stories to tell you all have truly been a blessed family and I'm still a fan always will be
Good lord that was a good one, tough to watch, but a good one. I lost my grandaddy, my dad and my granny over the past year, so I can relate to what she was saying/feeling. Man it's tough and seeing how emotional it can make you all those years later. Strong woman right there, strong family for sure.
I grew up with you Dale, I don’t know you or your family personally. But, I feel your pain and love hearing about your family. I feel like I am apart of your life. What a great family.
Dang had me in my feelings. Lost my folks and can relate to the glue that holds the family together. I remember my oldest brother told me, I'm the Big Dog now and on those days you needed Dad you call me. Family is everything.
One of my favorites. It is so amazing to hear these little personal stories that remind everybody that the Earnhardt family is just like any other family LOL. I really do appreciate
Best episode ever! The fact that this one was all family is special in itself! I’ve been a fan of Kelly since her racing days, and have always felt that she has been an “out of sight” force that has guided Dale Jr. to the successful career he’s had, and she probably still does! I’d like to see an episode on just her story!
Every single time I see a picture of Ralph and Dale standing next to their car I immediately think of my Grandfather and my dad standing next to theirs for our old home track at Utica Rome Speedway. Ralph and my grandpa literally looked like they could've been brothers. The resemblance was that strong.
Junior, neither you nor your father were ever my favorite drivers but I love listening to your show. To hear the stories from you and your guest about all that your family, and the families of the guest, and all the associations that were developed is awesome. The things they have done to pursue what they were passionate about. The things that they did both to survive and thrive. Keep it going!
This video is such a powerful and emotional glimpse into the Earnhardt family's history. Cathy’s story about Ralph Earnhardt’s untimely passing and the impact it had on the family is incredibly moving. It’s heartbreaking to hear how the closed shop door marked the beginning of such a profound loss. Yet, Dale Earnhardt’s determination and work ethic in the face of adversity are truly inspiring. It’s a reminder of the sacrifices made for success and the price it often takes on personal lives. The love and strength within this family is evident in every word shared.
Amazing how the Earnhardt family shares these inner most thoughts and stories. Most families wouldn't dream of sharing such. Respect for Cathy, Kelley and Dale Jr.
The Pod cast was awesome & Aunt Cathy did an amazing job. Thank you all so much for sharing these personal stories, you’ll always be family in my heart ❤️ God Bless 🙏
I could listen to these family stories all day. Reminds me of my family in ways and how I can relate. A dream of mine being 45 years old would like to hang out with Dale Jr for one day. Be and amazing experience!
Fascinating storys, I can relate to so much of it thru my family Cathy is amazing, my family did not race, but lots of it runs parallel to our construction life. Thanks Dale and Kelly so much.
I love when you do these types of shows bringing the history back to present. Once you retired I basically stopped watching NASCAR, no more Earnhardts to root for.
@@michaelcorbeil9719 when I seen that I thought that was so cool! Jeffrey has taken the hard road in his racing career and to see him get this opportunity is awesome
@@TheGreatWildOne I wonder if The Earnhardt's are going to be at Talladega for Jeff. It would be history if Jeff win it making him the 3rd Earnhardt to win at the track
I absolutely Love to hear the stories you family members and close friends tell, what an amazing life the whole Earnhardt family lived. I am definitely a huge Earnhardt fan...God bless you all
I appreciate that you are willing to allow such personal information to be put out there on your podcast. There are plenty of celebrities that choose to hide certain things from their personal life and I commend you for allowing us, your fans', to have a glimpse into your background and family history. It is so refreshing that you are aware and connected with your audience to bring these topics to us.
Great podcast, hearing of your family's history not told by the media but by your family is what we as supporters ( we're way more than fans of your dad and yourself ) is what makes us all able to relate to. We're all just people trying to do the best we can with what we have is what draws us to you family as well. Great job.
So glad i decided to watch these, learning all the history of the Earnhardt family is great. They give you the good and the bad. What a great family and podcast. Thank you for doing these Jr.
This is one of the most interesting interviews. I appreciate Dale Jr. and his aunt offering this look into the inner family history of both Ralph and Dale Earnhardt. I’d enjoy hearing more about these men and what they meant to their family and friends. - Tennessee Smoky
This is probably my favorite episode y’all have done. The family history episodes are always the best. No offense mike but I’m glad you weren’t there for this one 😂
Amazing and powerful interview Junior. I loved watching your Dad win over the years, often in person, but I really appreciate what you do in some ways even more.
God how I wish I has a big sister like Cathy!! The way she defended Dale Sr over his brilliance over what a teacher gave him for grades that's a caring and loving sibling...
I love these family stories. We have a big family where our father passed early in our lives & mom became the leader & glue…. Reminds me of so many others who have families like these…. 💜
I met Grey London at the Hardee’s here in Boiling Springs years ago, even amongst the legal issues he still talked very highly of Dale Sr. And their good/rough times together. Good to hear from the OG Earnhardt’s’ while they’re still around.
I am glad you are not only taking the time to learn the family history as now is the time to get is before these people are gone. Also thanks for sharing this with all of us. Your dad was my hero growing up as I loved racing and I saw someone that showed what you can do if you want it bad enough.
What a awesome conversation on download with dale .met cathy while shopping at jr motorsports .visited charlotte 14 yrs straight for oct race . As a fan dales since 1976 always great her his stories .
Awesome Aunt Cathy. I’m from Marion NC. Great to hear you talk just like me. lol. I remember when Dale did until he got really big and had to learn how to talk TV style. Didn’t know Granny Earnhardt was from the mountains. Awesome! Makes me proud
Dale is still missed I lost my Dad in1985 and when I hear these stories about Dale Earnhardt it breaks my heart thinking about my Dad and how it destroyed me when he died he was only 54 years old and we both raced not no where near the level of the Earnhardt's but there is a lot of similarities with racers
I too lost my dad in 1991, he was only 51 and I was 26. It destroyed our family as well, he was our rock and protector. It hurts just as much today as it did then. Aunt Cathy was able to put words to how I have felt all these years. it was hard to hear but it helped me too. I think Jr & Kelley benefited by learning new things about their dad that may give them comfort by looking at a few things with a different viewpoint.
It amazes me how much history your family figures out on your show. It's baffling but well deserved for all of you. All of need a family gathering and I would love to be in the corner just listening away.
I don’t know that any two people learn in the same way. Or that school records can really tell you much about someone’s intelligence. The highest & lowest extremes possibly, but for most of us I don’t think it tells us much. On the other hand, some of the most brilliant people I’ve ever known didn’t have more than a few years of ‘classroom’ education. Some not a single day of it. Yet they could solve or build or do… just about anything under the sun. We all know the importance of education. However today, somehow my sense is that we take a fairly narrow look at what ‘an education’ actually consists of. It is so much more than what a young person will encounter in a school classroom. Not to knock classrooms at all, but I think we all might already know that in our hearts. From the outside looking in, and in the case of Dale Sr in particular, I can’t even fathom a way in which he could reach the highest of successes in the sport & in business like he did and not be an exceptionally intelligent man. Perhaps not the most ‘emotionally intelligent’ as so many fathers are not, but in so many of the other metrics of intelligence - undoubtedly and absolutely.
We need another episode with Kelly and Aunt Cathy! I loved listening to this one
Great idea!
Yes!!!
Yes yes yes and more @EarnhardKelley
Yes please!!
I agree with this 100%
Aunt Cathy wow what a great proud woman of the Earnhardt family! It’s great that your opened about your family and have shared such things of life
After hearing this story and seeing the pressure on Ralph and Dale Sr...it make me think about the burden that has unfairly been on Jr. He suddenly became the leader of the family and of NASCAR. The pressure must have been immense these past 20 yrs
Great point
and its great how he lived up to it and dealt with it fantastically
So un fair to how great dale jr is without his dad. Onery as a hornet. And so smart
He loved jr so much he laughed at Gordon compared to Dale jr. He actually laughed at Gordons special driving. And was right. If jr does not want to be a negligent person. Then he might not want to be intense at driving
Jr was a multimillionaire when it happened to him, though.
Aunt Cathy is such a sweetheart! Thanks for sharing your memories with us.
Great southern Lady ...you guys are blessed to have her for your aunt. Love the stories and history.
The Earnhardt family always brings a smile to my face. Me and my momma miss Sr everyday. Love you Jr.
Love the Earnhardt family thank you Cathy for sharing your memories.
I'll tell you right now that's the best Dale Earnhardt Jr's interview I have ever watched. Kelly from all I've seen and heard has been the backbone of JRM,(please have her on more), it was a privilege to be able the see and hear the three of you talk.
One of the best guests this show has ever had
Hearing stories like this goes a long way toward healing some of the open wounds Teresa left on so many of Dales's fans when he died. A lot of us needed some closure but it wasn't in Teresa's heart to let that happen. So even after 21 years, family stories like these make Dales fans feel closer to him and get a little of the closure that they need.
That's a great point, should be in the top of the list!!!
Anthony Nelson, Teresa is an evil greedy witch. She won't even allow Earnhardt family members to visit Dale Sr's grave or Dale Sr's property. She even won't allow Dale Jr, and Kelly, to have personal items that still belong to them.
This was a great program. What a special lady!!
I've been watching your family race now for 30 plus yrs and I've been an huge Earnhardt fan
Can’t help but tear up over this. Growing up always knowing about an cheering for the Earnhardts, it’s almost the same feeling Of losing your own.
I want to say thank you to all of the Earnhardt’s. Thank you for sharing these personal stories with us. For me they are my favorite of any thing on UA-cam.
The story about how Dale changed after divorcing his first wife, mainly losing access to Kerry, was heartbreaking.
I hope those words helped Dale Jr. and Kelly to have a little more understanding for their raising.
I think this story is a seminal moment in Dale's life that we the fans never really knew about that informs a lot about his personality. Like Cathy said, it changed him and made him bitter, and it doesn't seem like he fully got over it until well in to the 90's.
There's obviously more to the story. The idea that she left him because he "smelled like grease" is laughable.
Miss cathy was great. Thank you for having her on djd.. heart felt emotional stories. Two sides to every story.
You tell aunt cathy on that big list of amazing guests she was one of the best guest on that show shes a good story teller and also was glad to see your sister there too lol felt like it was a special podcast just because all three of you are family so it fit well
She really was
I just love Aunt Cathy. What a wonderful person. Great to see her on the podcast. ❤
Aunt Cathy is wonderful to listen to with all the stories. Love seeing Kelly on your show also she is super.
God Bless you aunt Cathy I loved that! Thank You from (not just) a Dale fan, but a true Earnhardt fan that truly loves the Earnhardt family and all it's history! I love hearing stories about the WHOLE family's success, failures, happy times, heart breaks and how ya'll pulled through. Your family is really inspirational and I love what you all have shared with the world. Much respect to you all!
I love hearing these stories about Dale Sr, and the Earnhardt family.
This was a awesome interview! Aunt Cathy gives us a new look on the Earnhardt legacy.
your Aunt Cathyis such a sweet lady please have her own more often cuz I'm sure she's got lots of stories to tell you all have truly been a blessed family and I'm still a fan always will be
Good lord that was a good one, tough to watch, but a good one. I lost my grandaddy, my dad and my granny over the past year, so I can relate to what she was saying/feeling. Man it's tough and seeing how emotional it can make you all those years later. Strong woman right there, strong family for sure.
I grew up with you Dale, I don’t know you or your family personally. But, I feel your pain and love hearing about your family. I feel like I am apart of your life. What a great family.
I love this one. I felt the emotions of his aunt's as she talked about Ralph and Dale Sr.
Dang had me in my feelings.
Lost my folks and can relate to the glue that holds the family together.
I remember my oldest brother told me, I'm the Big Dog now and on those days you needed Dad you call me. Family is everything.
I miss having my dad around EVERY day!!!
More Aunt Cathy please! Love her stories
I love how Kelly is the quiet, strong, and very smart one. I don't think Jr would be where he is without her, and that's wonderful.
Absolutely.
SO very true, 100%!!!
A lot of strong women in the Earnhardt family!!
Respect . Thanks for sharing. Miss Kathy is such fantastic story teller you could listen to her all day and never loose interest.
I wish I could hug aunt Cathy! I got tears pouring out of my eyes right now! God bless you all!✝️🙏❤
I ABSOLUTELY love your name on here!!! God bless you and America!!!
One of my favorites. It is so amazing to hear these little personal stories that remind everybody that the Earnhardt family is just like any other family LOL. I really do appreciate
Best episode ever! The fact that this one was all family is special in itself! I’ve been a fan of Kelly since her racing days, and have always felt that she has been an “out of sight” force that has guided Dale Jr. to the successful career he’s had, and she probably still does! I’d like to see an episode on just her story!
Every single time I see a picture of Ralph and Dale standing next to their car I immediately think of my Grandfather and my dad standing next to theirs for our old home track at Utica Rome Speedway. Ralph and my grandpa literally looked like they could've been brothers. The resemblance was that strong.
What a proud family. I could watch this for hour's. Love it. 3✅🇦🇺👍
Junior, neither you nor your father were ever my favorite drivers but I love listening to your show. To hear the stories from you and your guest about all that your family, and the families of the guest, and all the associations that were developed is awesome. The things they have done to pursue what they were passionate about. The things that they did both to survive and thrive. Keep it going!
Cheers Dale jr to you and your remarkable family.Thanks for sharing.
The history of Dale is something to admire thanks for sharing
This video is such a powerful and emotional glimpse into the Earnhardt family's history. Cathy’s story about Ralph Earnhardt’s untimely passing and the impact it had on the family is incredibly moving. It’s heartbreaking to hear how the closed shop door marked the beginning of such a profound loss. Yet, Dale Earnhardt’s determination and work ethic in the face of adversity are truly inspiring. It’s a reminder of the sacrifices made for success and the price it often takes on personal lives. The love and strength within this family is evident in every word shared.
It’s neat to hear history although so sad , The Earnhardt family sure has had its share of heartache 🏁🇺🇸🏁🇺🇸
Amazing how the Earnhardt family shares these inner most thoughts and stories. Most families wouldn't dream of sharing such. Respect for Cathy, Kelley and Dale Jr.
I still tear up when I listen to stories about my hero .I never followed any kind of sports but Nascar. And Dale died I was devastated..
Wow, great clip. The look on Cathy's face and sound of her voice when she said "We're back in business?" is so down to Earth.
The Pod cast was awesome & Aunt Cathy did an amazing job. Thank you all so much for sharing these personal stories, you’ll always be family in my heart ❤️ God Bless 🙏
Great video Jr, I could sit and listen to your family history for hours. God bless you and your family.
Love that y’all share real family stuff… God had his hands on your dad, just like He has always had His hands on all of ya.
Thanks again 🙏
I could listen to these family stories all day. Reminds me of my family in ways and how I can relate. A dream of mine being 45 years old would like to hang out with Dale Jr for one day. Be and amazing experience!
When I first joined iRacing, my 1st paint scheme was Ralph Earnhardt's #8. It was an honor to race that historic paint.
Fascinating storys, I can relate to so much of it thru my family Cathy is amazing, my family did not race, but lots of it runs parallel to our construction life. Thanks Dale and Kelly so much.
I love when you do these types of shows bringing the history back to present. Once you retired I basically stopped watching NASCAR, no more Earnhardts to root for.
Junior nephew Jeffrey is going to race at Dega for the Xfinity Series in the #3
@@michaelcorbeil9719 when I seen that I thought that was so cool! Jeffrey has taken the hard road in his racing career and to see him get this opportunity is awesome
@@TheGreatWildOne I wonder if The Earnhardt's are going to be at Talladega for Jeff. It would be history if Jeff win it making him the 3rd Earnhardt to win at the track
@@michaelcorbeil9719 In a black number 3 to boot!!!🖤🏁🖤
@@michaelcorbeil9719 honestly if he does good in it I’d love to see RC give him a shot in the 3 if proper sponsorship can be found
I absolutely Love to hear the stories you family members and close friends tell, what an amazing life the whole Earnhardt family lived. I am definitely a huge Earnhardt fan...God bless you all
This one was my favorite one yet! Great job Ms. Cathy..!!!
I appreciate that you are willing to allow such personal information to be put out there on your podcast. There are plenty of celebrities that choose to hide certain things from their personal life and I commend you for allowing us, your fans', to have a glimpse into your background and family history. It is so refreshing that you are aware and connected with your audience to bring these topics to us.
Great podcast, hearing of your family's history not told by the media but by your family is what we as supporters ( we're way more than fans of your dad and yourself ) is what makes us all able to relate to. We're all just people trying to do the best we can with what we have is what draws us to you family as well. Great job.
What an excellent show thank you very much for sharing that.
This was a very beautiful interview!!! You got me tearing up Cathy. Thank you for sharing your stories!
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I could listen stories about your family dale jr. For days very intriguing stories
So glad i decided to watch these, learning all the history of the Earnhardt family is great. They give you the good and the bad. What a great family and podcast. Thank you for doing these Jr.
There were more pictures in our house of Dale than there were of our children. He was looked up to so much by the fans.
This is one of the most interesting interviews. I appreciate Dale Jr. and his aunt offering this look into the inner family history of both Ralph and Dale Earnhardt. I’d enjoy hearing more about these men and what they meant to their family and friends. - Tennessee Smoky
Such a range of raw emotions in this segment 💕
This is probably my favorite episode y’all have done. The family history episodes are always the best. No offense mike but I’m glad you weren’t there for this one 😂
Dale Sr saved his family from falling apart his strength and love of racing truly beautiful ❤
Amazing and powerful interview Junior. I loved watching your Dad win over the years, often in person, but I really appreciate what you do in some ways even more.
God how I wish I has a big sister like Cathy!! The way she defended Dale Sr over his brilliance over what a teacher gave him for grades that's a caring and loving sibling...
what a great story, Jr, has the ability to write a book or movie about the Earnhardt family from Ralph to Jr and Kelley, alot good stories to tell 😁
Aunt Cathy is a very proud Earnhardt,it was great listening to the stories
This was the best episode that I have got to see really learned a lot about your family and it was just awesome
Aunt Cathy is Fascinating with her stories please Dale do more with her if you can.
A+ interview Dale and Kelly. Best in DJD history. Cathy's brutal honest, tough, and funny. In other words she's an Earnhardt.
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I love these family stories. We have a big family where our father passed early in our lives & mom became the leader & glue…. Reminds me of so many others who have families like these…. 💜
This was the darn best podcast I've seen from you ! I so love the knowing real details! Thank you aunt Cathy! 🙏❤️
I met Grey London at the Hardee’s here in Boiling Springs years ago, even amongst the legal issues he still talked very highly of Dale Sr. And their good/rough times together. Good to hear from the OG Earnhardt’s’ while they’re still around.
I am glad you are not only taking the time to learn the family history as now is the time to get is before these people are gone. Also thanks for sharing this with all of us. Your dad was my hero growing up as I loved racing and I saw someone that showed what you can do if you want it bad enough.
What a awesome conversation on download with dale .met cathy while shopping at jr motorsports .visited charlotte 14 yrs straight for oct race . As a fan dales since 1976 always great her his stories .
I never knew Cathy raced - But I love hearing stuff about The Earnhardt Family being a Big Earnhardt Fan I haven't heard before
Really enjoyed that love hearing about Earnhardt in his early days he was a great man I will always be a fan of the Earnhardt.s
Thank You Mrs Cathy for sharing the stories of Mr Ralph, Dale's & Mrs Martha's life. ❤️
This was one of the best shows you’ve had! Loved hearing her stories. You and Kelly work so good together. Great show as always keep it up man!!
She's making me cry!
Luv to hear the stories, we all have or should have our family stories.
This is the best episode bar none at least us real Earnhardt fans knows the story
This is priceless, thank you.✌️
I wasn’t a Big E fan but I always had respect for him and the entire family
I love the family stories I am a true Earnhardt nut always has and always will be And thank you for sharing
Awesome Aunt Cathy. I’m from Marion NC. Great to hear you talk just like me. lol. I remember when Dale did until he got really big and had to learn how to talk TV style. Didn’t know Granny Earnhardt was from the mountains. Awesome! Makes me proud
Damnit,you made me cry Cathy.Watched this before,very interesting,had to watch it again.Thanks for sharing your story.
Dale is still missed I lost my Dad in1985 and when I hear these stories about Dale Earnhardt it breaks my heart thinking about my Dad and how it destroyed me when he died he was only 54 years old and we both raced not no where near the level of the Earnhardt's but there is a lot of similarities with racers
My dad left us when he had just turned 53, I was 30, I miss him EVERY day!!!
I too lost my dad in 1991, he was only 51 and I was 26. It destroyed our family as well, he was our rock and protector. It hurts just as much today as it did then. Aunt Cathy was able to put words to how I have felt all these years. it was hard to hear but it helped me too. I think Jr & Kelley benefited by learning new things about their dad that may give them comfort by looking at a few things with a different viewpoint.
I actually thought I wouldn’t like this episode but it was excellent! 10 out of 10
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Kelly and cathy bear such a resemblance to each other!
It amazes me how much history your family figures out on your show. It's baffling but well deserved for all of you. All of need a family gathering and I would love to be in the corner just listening away.
Great to listen to your aunt Cathy explain a lot about the families earlier years!!
Family story! History most didn’t know. Thank you for sharing
What a great episode.
When She say, see the door closed of the garage my God.Dale make the Family to Life again when He open that Door.God Bless You 3
wow we the fans of Earnhardt are getting to hear how the family story went the behind the scenes of the man in black incredible thanks
I really respect this family
Quiet as its kept, Kelly is the LEADER...hands down, she's just humble.
great conversation THANKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I don’t know that any two people learn in the same way. Or that school records can really tell you much about someone’s intelligence. The highest & lowest extremes possibly, but for most of us I don’t think it tells us much. On the other hand, some of the most brilliant people I’ve ever known didn’t have more than a few years of ‘classroom’ education. Some not a single day of it. Yet they could solve or build or do… just about anything under the sun. We all know the importance of education. However today, somehow my sense is that we take a fairly narrow look at what ‘an education’ actually consists of. It is so much more than what a young person will encounter in a school classroom. Not to knock classrooms at all, but I think we all might already know that in our hearts.
From the outside looking in, and in the case of Dale Sr in particular, I can’t even fathom a way in which he could reach the highest of successes in the sport & in business like he did and not be an exceptionally intelligent man. Perhaps not the most ‘emotionally intelligent’ as so many fathers are not, but in so many of the other metrics of intelligence - undoubtedly and absolutely.