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Actions Detrimental with Denny Hamlin

Dirty Mo Media, SiriusXM
NASCAR
Tyler Reddick
Daytona 500
Kyle Larson
Denny Hamlin
Kyle Busch
Xfinity Series
Ryan Blaney
Bubba Wallace
Cup Series
Darlington
Christopher Bell
Chase Elliott
2311 Racing
Toyota
Playoffs
Talladega
Martinsville Speedway
William Byron
Truck Series

Actions Detrimental with Denny Hamlin will give listeners an unfiltered, honest and bold perspective from NASCAR’s most polarizing figure. Hamlin and co-host Jared Allen will unpack the previous race and look forward to upcoming events throughout the Cup Series with candid commentary and insights from the driver’s seat.

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Denny dominated the regular season, but the championship slipped away once the Chase started. He gets honest about where it went wrong for the No. 11 team and how Kyle Larson and the No. 5 team got the job done on execution.

The guys also recap cham... more

Dale Earnhardt Jr. joins Denny Hamlin to break down a busy weekend at Martinsville and everything that’s coming down to the wire as NASCAR heads to Homestead.

The guys get into the Truck and O’Reilly Series races, the championship picture and why st... more

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Kyle Larson left Talladega with a 73-point lead and two races to go, and Denny Hamlin is pretty honest about what that means for his championship chances.

Denny, Jared, and producer Travis break down the fuel save that slowed Stage 1 to a crawl, RFK... more

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Denny Hamlin, Jared, and Travis break down a frustrating day at Phoenix with just three races left in the Chase. From Tyler Reddick’s win and Toyota clinching the manufacturer’s championship to a flat tire that derailed Denny’s race, the guys cover e... more

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Recent Guests

Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Former NASCAR driver, team owner and broadcaster
Episode: Denny to Dale Jr.: “This Is the Part of You I Don’t Like”
Denny Hamlin
NASCAR driver
Joe Gibbs Racing
Episode: Denny Hamlin: "You Have to Let Drivers Self-Police"
Chase Briscoe
NASCAR driver, Jo[e] Gibbs Racing
Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR)
Episode: Could Talladega Decide the Whole Championship?
Connor Zilisch
Race car driver
Episode: Why Connor Zilisch is the Sugar Daddy for the Loser’s Dinner
Corey Heim
Race car driver introduced in the episode
2311 Racing
Episode: Racing In San Diego Was A Success For NASCAR
Shane Van Gisburg
Shane Van Gisburg (SVG) discussed in race context
Team Penske / SVG
Episode: Racing In San Diego Was A Success For NASCAR
Scotty Austin
Friend/crew guest appearing on the show
Episode: From First to Last... Then Last to First
Dylan Hart Jr.
Dylan Hart Jr. featured on Dirty Mo Media
Dirty Mo Media
Episode: Denny Tried To Warn Everyone
Bubba Wallace
NASCAR driver
2311 Racing
Episode: Phoenix: Tires Wearing, More Horsepower… Old School NASCAR is Back

Hosts

Denny Hamlin
NASCAR Cup Series driver and co-owner of 23XI Racing
Jared Allen
NASCAR podcast co-host and motorsports commentator

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • Rain in Phoenix?

    We are in an El Niño. Rain is very much a possibility.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DemoDick Marcinko
    United Statesa month ago
  • DFH Fo Lyfe!

    This is podcast gold for NASCAR fans! Denny’s insights both as a driver and owner are unmatched. He tells it like it is, and is not afraid of any “consequences” that may come his way. I have gained valuable understanding about many things that always go unspoken, such as the charter agreement, the network deals, and the ins and outs of on-track, driver interactions.

    You might not like what he says, and it may hurt your feelings, but he’s usually right.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Albow_44
    United Statesa month ago
  • Whining

    Love the show have gained respect of Denny until the latest episode of him whining about Hocevar and Blaney incident. Seems to me Hocevar is handling things like Hamlin wished he would have.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JessEastTN
    United States2 months ago
  • Geezer Denny Fan

    I’ve been following NASCAR since 1968. You gotta route for a guy who’s been so close so many times for the championship yet continues to fight hard. This podcast offers firsthand knowledge of what Denny and the team are doing on the track. Always interesting to listen to. Good job to you guys for putting out an excellent show. Go Denny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vetteinterested
    United States2 months ago
  • 750

    Hell yeah HamDog!! Hi five on the 750 starts, and clearly the most competitive of the others who reached that milestone. Big up Denny

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smokey pockets
    United States2 months ago

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Some reviews report distracting background noise and chewing that can make episodes difficult to listen to.
The candid, outspoken commentary is a major draw, though strong opinions can frustrate some fans when they disagree with Hamlin's take.
Listeners praise the natural chemistry between Hamlin and Allen, with Allen's questions helping make technical racing discussion accessible.
Listeners value Hamlin's firsthand perspective as a driver and team owner, especially his explanations of strategy and behind-the-scenes decisions.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Denny to Dale Jr.: “This Is the Part of You I Don’t Like”
Q: What directionally is right? What more, how do we get more passing, more cautions, or less shifting?
Hamlin says higher engine RPM could reduce shifting and improve momentum-based racing, but engine reliability and the cost of running engines at higher RPM are barriers.
Denny to Dale Jr.: “This Is the Part of You I Don’t Like”
Q: Are we the only motorsport that does a playoff or reset?
They note that IndyCar and Formula 1 do not reset their standings, while Supercars introduced a playoff in 2025.
Kyle Larson Never Went Below the Double Yellow Line
Q: How does a driver know what to do immediately after a major impact?
Hamlin says drivers check that their extremities move and try to get out of the car; lowering the window net signals to safety staff that they are okay.
Kyle Larson Never Went Below the Double Yellow Line
Q: Could NASCAR have told the teams to go when they were below minimum speed?
Hamlin says NASCAR could enforce minimum speed but criticizes its inconsistent, case-by-case application of rules.
Las Vegas: "We Took Our Eye Off The Ball"
Q: What opportunities could be out there for Brad Keselowski, considering the next season starts January 30th?
Hamlin speculates that Keselowski may have offers, but questions whether a top Cup seat is available. He suggests that Keselowski could consider another year at RFK or a move to the Truck Series, while noting the situation remains uncertain.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Actions Detrimental

What is Actions Detrimental about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly, candid conversations about NASCAR from the perspective of an active Cup Series driver and team owner. Denny Hamlin and co-host Jared Allen review recent races, explain strategy and car performance, and debate rules, penalties, safety, playoff formats, and decisions made in the garage. The discussion combines technical detail with personal race-day stories, blunt opinions, humor, and occasional conversations with other drivers and NASCAR personalities. Topics range from stage points, tire wear, and pit strategy to team dynamics and the business of racing. Hamlin's firsthand account of competing at the highest level gives the analysis an inside perspective, while Allen helps guide the conversation through questions and reactions that ... more

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1. Dale Earnhardt Jr.
2. Denny Hamlin
3. Chase Briscoe
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5. Corey Heim
6. Shane Van Gisburg
7. Scotty Austin
8. Dylan Hart Jr.

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