In this episode of Dale Jr. Download Classics, we’re throwing it back to Episode 288 – Ken Schrader: The Best Day Ever, originally released in March 2020. As Dirty Mo Media prepares to launch our latest podcast, Herm & Schrader, we’re revisiting why Ken Schrader remains a fan favorite. In this classic episode, Ken sits down with Dale Earnhardt Jr. to discuss his early days in stock car racing, the evolution of the sport, and the strong camaraderie among drivers. They also share unexpected stories about fellow drivers, their personal bond, and the valuable life lessons racing has taught them. To close out the episode, Dale Jr. reads a heartfelt letter he wrote to Ken, expressing his gratitude following the passing of Dale Earnhardt Sr. Herm & Schrader launches November 13. The show will be available on all major podcast platforms & on Kenny’s YouTube channel! Head to the links below and join the H&S Family! ⬇️ Apple: https://apple.co/3YAbm0V Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Yvf2AY YouTube: https://bit.ly/3UAsbYj 00:00 Introducing Ken Schrader 06:35 Schrader's Evolution of Racing 12:22 Indy 500 Aspirations 18:47 The Start of A NASCAR Career & Cheating Stories 30:07 "The Week" With Ken Schrader 52:44 Dale Sr. Stories of Payback, Wrecks, and Friendship 01:00:30 How Schrader Lost His Thumb 01:07:30 Schrader Looks Out For Jr. After Sr.'s Passing 01:18:25 The Car In The Flower Bed? 01:20:41 More Dale Sr. Stoires 01:28:12 Dale Jr.'s Heartfelt Letter To Ken Schrader Follow Dirty Mo Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMoMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/DirtyMoMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtymomedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtymomedia_ All About Dirty Mo Media: https://www.dirtymomedia.com