Oh my God !! I am laughing and have tears of emotion at the same time. A ham freakin’ sandwich !! I’ve watched you for years, Dr. Punch, but have a whole new perspective and appreciation for you now. And Dale Jr. - I never cheered you on much as a driver. But as a commentator/broadcaster/interviewer/ambassador for the sport…. well there is none better. Thank you for this one and I look forward to more like it.
I have followed NASCAR for 50 years now. As a kid Saugus and Ontario California as a Teen Riverside and Long Beach I always knew Dr Punch was a great commentator and I knew he was a great trauma surgeon but I never knew his roots with racers and I knew he was professional and certainly a gentleman but I never knew he is a Saint untill this interview and I doubt any of you all...lol will disagree...so heres to Doctor Saint Jerry Punch...RACE FAN..Commentator....Friend Family man ...trusted advisor...life saver.... confidential compadre ...Thank you for always being there ......peace
What a great episode! Another doctor that would be great as a guest is Steve Olvey. Great stories from him in his book. I know hes more related to indycar, but still, would be awesome to hear from him!
@@topmech71 Smokey isn't in it because of the France family. As long as they are in control of NASCAR he will not be in there. And to be quite honest, if he were alive and elected to the NASCAR HoF, he would have told them where to stick it.
Jerry's contribution to this sport was special. NO ONE has ever had the unique impact on this sport Dr. Punch has. He could be on tape doing the Quaker State Track Facts segment telling you how sway bars operate, or what stagger is, and the second they cut back to live TV he could be on the front stretch, wedged into Rusty Wallace's car at Bristol, creating an airway to get him breathing again and save his life. Not only that but he was articulate with the fans and explained injuries in a detailed but not overly graphic way that told us what a driver might be dealing with. There will NEVER be another Dr. Jerry Punch in NASCAR.
The Nascar "hall of fame" is a sham, completely controlled by the france family. It's bullshit. The whole thing is bullshit. At least the NFL has a commissioner....
@@J.B24 The NFL commissioner is a farce over paid for doing fuckall nothing. The NFL should be removed from tax exempt status. Dr. Punch should be hall of fame.
I feel the same, all the years listening to him on tv, all the stories I've heard about him that were confirmed as true, a truly special man I feel like I know though I probably never will meet him personally he is and always truly will be someone special to all especially the racing community.
Am I alone in being floored by finding out about Dr. Jerrys life and then feeling guilty for not knowing how much and how deep Motorsport is in this mans heart?
I'm with both of you. Always loved his broadcasting, I knew he was a licensed Doctor but I never knew details like I learned today. What a great interview.
As a trauma dr. you have to be able to compartmentalize what's happening and make quick, life saving decisions under pressure, but to have to often deal with these things with people you know and love often involved is something else entirely.
Not only should this man be in the Nascar HOF but the fact there hasn't been a documentary on Dr.Jerry Punch is insane. I cannot get over how good these interviews are. Junior is such a wonderful interviewer. 🙏🏻
Yet another legend of the sport and another interview that could go on for several hours. There is so much more. Dale Jr. should consider going even longer form, ala Joe Rogan style, and do several hours with these great guests.
Dale, I want to thank you for bringing this to everyone's attention about the abilities of Dr. Jerry. I had the pleasure of meeting him years ago when I was in Cup and I had no idea as to all of these other things about him. He has always been a class person and I can see someday that NASCAR should put him in the Hall of Fame for all that he has done for racing.
@@oldermusiclover Omg Benny is even funnier in person. I remember when he was flirting innocently with a girl during practice and they asked about his wife he said they didnt have that channel at home. 30 mins later wife called after neighbors told her. He said Hi Baby. She said dont hi baby me. Lol. My favorite Jerry show was 1996 watkins Glen qualifying when Dale broke track record driving with broken bones. Or week before at Indy when Dale got out his car during race and was holding back tears. I love that man
I cannot believe it. Jr s got Dr Jerry in the chair. This man has, in my opinion not gotten his due and has been an integral part of Nascar. Just one of my heros. I knew it was inevitable watching and having old sometimes forgotten memories rekindled. This brought tears in my eyes. God bless you Dr. Punch.
Huge respect for Dr. Punch. When he was covering races - that era - was a time that I enjoyed watching racing the most and he was a big part of why. I miss those days of Bill and Rusty and Dale and Mark and one of my favorites; ol' Harry Gant. Good times. BTW, I was watching the coverage on TV when Ricky spun on pit road. Not much was said about Mike on the air, but I could tell by Jerry's face that it was bad.
DR Jerry Punch what an amazing man. I was a Firefighter/EMT for 20 years so I knew a lot of the terms he used from being in the Fire Service. It is amazing men like him and the Lord above that make miracles happen. Thank you Doctor Jerry Punch, Dale Earnhardt Jr, and Mike Davis.
What a great interview. Dr. Punch is an awsome story teller with great material. This only reinforce my admirations and respect for him. He is at another level. Thanks!
Attended my first race at Greenville Pickens as a young boy with my Dad back in the sixties ... Been a fan ever since . Never knew all of that about Dr. Punch but Always liked him . Thank You June Bug for keeping the flame alive and honoring the history of NASCAR !
In today's time, with everything that has happnd, and rightfully so, does anyone else wish they would put Dr Jerry Punch in charge with everything medical. He didn't err on the side of caution, yet didn't BS anyone either. Dr Punch is truly an amazing man, that had two lives cross paths.
you guys keep up the awesome job!!! I don't miss an episode and learn something new every time I watch... I will watch dirty mo until the wheels fall off
I loved this interview. Excellent. Great heart warming stories. I have a story to add of how Dale Sr. Made me look like a hero when it was him all the way. My friend was in a terrible car accident in Indianapolis. Couple people were ejected from the car and died. My friend, a big Dale Earnhardt fan was in a coma with major head injuries. Her family reached out to me because they knew I represented a local dirt track and went to Daytona every year and had Nascar connections. Her family ask me if I could get Dale to send her something. I told them it might be easier to get the President of the US autograph but I would try. The gals in Daytona dug up a photo of Dale, gave the photo to Les Richter (director of competition), Les took the photo to the next race, had Dale autograph specifically with my friends name & wrote a special note. Les returned photo to gals at Nascar who mailed the photo to my friend at the hospital. My friend made a full recovery and is to this day very proud and thankful of Dales gift. He was a special man. A very special man.
I’ve never met Dr Jerry Punch, I made eye contact with him once or twice on pit row/lane @ Talladega a couple times @ couple different Cup racers there. I’ve always admired him & believed he’s a pretty amazing man. After listening to some of this interview he had with Dale Jr, I realize I am correct. Not only is Dr Punch an amazing guy, he’s pretty cool guy too!!!👍🏻
I never knew Dr Jerry was a medical doctor, always thought he was only a broadcaster. What a tremendous human being! I can’t even begin to comprehend now when Kurt Busch cussed him out and disrespected him during a race and Dr Jerry wanted to interview him. I think it was at Homestead but not 100%. I’d like to hear that story too
Why wasn't Dr. Punch ever appointed Nascars official doctor like Dr. Sid Watkins was in F1? Because listening to this... man the driver confidentiality and knowledge is almost identical to the relationship that Dr. Watkins had with the F1 grid
Hey Nolan this is Jeff Yoder the ol'broke down scooter tramp, exbiker, Vietnam 🇻🇳 Era veteran, and I agree 👍 with you 💯 percent that Dr Jerry Punch should be put into the Hall of Fame for all the contributions to Nascar over the years he saved more lives than the improved safety standards have and he's responsible for more than his fair share of the safety standards Nascar has today so, yeah Dr Jerry Punch does deserve to be put into the Hall of Fame
It’s a gift. A gift that he’s used to it’s fullest extent. Knowing exactly what to do no matter what the pressure. The thought isn’t “wow I gotta figure out what to do” it’s “ok this is what’s happened, he needs airway opened”
Man I miss when Jerry was announcing races, and the fact that he was the one that tried to save Bobby Isaac. I had no idea about that. That’s cool man he did what he could.
If everyone on earth were even half as wholesome as Dr. Jerry Punch, man this world would be perfect. Hey, NASCAR.... Hall Of Fame, Dr. Punch, it better happen ASAP!!! No excuse not too!!
@NolanEP I’m not doubting how great of a doctor he is or who he has saved. I was just a kid and I never remember anyone ever saying anything about him being a medical doctor back then. No social media back then. And my house had dial up Internet through the local library so it took hours for a page to load. They never mentioned he was a medical doctor at the time that I can remember. So as a kid I could not understand why a medical doctor would be the number one broadcaster so that’s why I thought he a PhD in engineering because he understood the cars so well and was so great at explaining everything
This Precious Priceless Treasured Man needs to be recognized for the great work he did saving lives as well as his broadcasting which was always top notch!! Hall Of Fame and a statue. I put Dr. Jerry Punch 2nd behind your Daddy in greatness and accomplishments!!! Thanks for sharing another fantastic podcast Jr. You're truly amazing and such a BLESSING to the sport of Nascar and racing and saving race tracks and saving Nascar's HISTORY which is essential because there are many people who don't have a clue as to all the driver's that came before and grew Nascar into the massive sport it was and can be again I hope!!! Jr YOU ARE A NATIONAL TREASURE 🙏 💞 🤗💞🙏👍🏁🏆🏁🙏🙏💞🤗💞
I listened to the podcast and I have to say a 2nd appearance by Dr. Jerry Punch is required (IMO). I feel you’ve only scratched the surface of what this man has done both in and out of the booth. Great episode!! I didn’t know Rusty had such a wreck at Bristol. More research it is then. Cheers
Never really knew who Jerry Punch was- always heard his name on the broadcasts back in the day. Fascinating interview here, what a gift he was to so many drivers that he helped in their time of need.
Man as a kid watching nascar I always wondered why they called him "doctor" Jerry Punch when he was reporting from pit road. This video answered so many questions! God bless you Dr. Jerry Punch, what an incredible human being.
Growing up as a kid and following NASCAR in the late 80’s, early 90’s, I never knew Dr. Punch provided care for the drivers like this; let alone saved their lives. Truly a great human being, and obviously an unclaimed gem for the sport. We need more folks like him in our lives, country, and in the world. Best wishes Dr. Punch!!!
Doc Punch is a real life hero. No two ways about it. Until I watched this the main thing I remember about Jerry Punch was the way Kurt Busch absolutely talked to him like a dog one race where Kurt crashed out early and even while that was happening he still remained professional.
I love this but my only question is how can he talk about this stuff now? Like the story he told about the driver who thought he was having a heart attack, he gave enough details to figure out who that was. So isn’t that breaking confidentiality or does it just not matter any more because it’s been so long?
I asked for Dr. Jerry Punch a few months ago. I was unable to comment when this first came out but I did listen to it. I know nobody asked him to come on because of my comment but I can't thank Jr. and Dirty Mo Media for having him on. This man has so much knowledge and so many stories to share. I feel he's underappreciated amongst fans today. Dr. Jerry Punch and Chris Economaki are probably my two favorite media personalities in the history of the sport.
I had the pleasure of meeting Dr Jerry in Johnson city Tn the year Dale spun Terry. Very genuine guy. Had his family at the hotel restaurant. Crossed paths with him on the elevator the following morning, he had an autographed champagne bottle given to him by Dale from the night before. He was proud of that thing. Very humble guy who seemed to always have time for the fans. Good people.
These podcasts are amazing for the history of Nascar. It's so different now... Ahh the good Ole days. You think future generations will look back at these times and say the same?
They should, because if they don't, they're truly missing out on how NASCAR used to be and unfortunately is Not any longer! I quit watching the day we lost Dale Sr., and imHumblesto, it's never been the same since and never will be again! Like Richard Petty said in a clip I saw him recently say, "NASCAR is no longer about racing, it's a Show!" Couldn't be said better by anyone and I totally agree with his take on it, 1000%!
This is a true hero that isn't even really talked about.. This man if something special, it should be more widely known this isn't just a Dr. And a broadcaster. He's a hero
If i was around where he practiced id go nowhere else, the guy has been so humble, seems so incredibly smart & so calm it seems even in the most unbelievably crazy sport such as nascar.
All my past hero’s just took a back seat...I have a new #1 bad ass hero. Dr. Punch is his name! Thanks D Jr for sharing. you are making new race fans every post! Cheers bub! 🍻
For all who didnt understand how much Nascar fans and drivers loved Dr Punch, just look how fast Roger Penske fired Kurt Busch after Busch flipped out on Dr. Punch, the Doc is a Legend!!!
This man better be in the hall of fame
I'm shocked he isn't in. And if he's a dual-inductee (for the regulation 'Hall' and the Squier-Hall Award), then even better.
For real, he better be on the next ballot
Essential.
Here! Here!
Definitely
I have a lot of respect for doctor Jerry punch
An amazing man that deserves every accolade imaginable. Truly a HOF worthy man.
Oh my God !! I am laughing and have tears of emotion at the same time. A ham freakin’ sandwich !! I’ve watched you for years, Dr. Punch, but have a whole new perspective and appreciation for you now. And Dale Jr. - I never cheered you on much as a driver. But as a commentator/broadcaster/interviewer/ambassador for the sport…. well there is none better. Thank you for this one and I look forward to more like it.
This is one of my favorite episodes, I had no idea Doc did all this.
I have followed NASCAR for 50 years now. As a kid Saugus and Ontario California as a Teen Riverside and Long Beach I always knew Dr Punch was a great commentator and I knew he was a great trauma surgeon but I never knew his roots with racers and I knew he was professional and certainly a gentleman but I never knew he is a Saint untill this interview and I doubt any of you all...lol will disagree...so heres to Doctor Saint Jerry Punch...RACE FAN..Commentator....Friend Family man ...trusted advisor...life saver.... confidential compadre ...Thank you for always being there ......peace
Motorsports needs more people like him.
Thank you so much for sharing this interview with Dr. Punch. So important that his story be told. What an awesome man! God Bless
What a great episode!
Another doctor that would be great as a guest is Steve Olvey. Great stories from him in his book. I know hes more related to indycar, but still, would be awesome to hear from him!
Why is Dr Punch not in the NASCAR HOF?
A lot of them...I don't think Smokey Yunick is in there either, legendary car builder and garage owner in Daytona Beach.
@@topmech71 Smokey Yunick's relationship with NASCAR, especially Bill Sr. and Bill Jr., is quite complicated.
He will be.
To busy putting the Rich dudes that ruined nascar in the HOF
@@topmech71 Smokey isn't in it because of the France family. As long as they are in control of NASCAR he will not be in there. And to be quite honest, if he were alive and elected to the NASCAR HoF, he would have told them where to stick it.
you can hear the sadness in his voice
i know such a compasionate man
Jerry's contribution to this sport was special. NO ONE has ever had the unique impact on this sport Dr. Punch has. He could be on tape doing the Quaker State Track Facts segment telling you how sway bars operate, or what stagger is, and the second they cut back to live TV he could be on the front stretch, wedged into Rusty Wallace's car at Bristol, creating an airway to get him breathing again and save his life. Not only that but he was articulate with the fans and explained injuries in a detailed but not overly graphic way that told us what a driver might be dealing with. There will NEVER be another Dr. Jerry Punch in NASCAR.
This is incredible, undoubtedly one of the best yet.
I agree 100%
He needs to be in the NASCAR Hall of Fame if he's not already already in it
The Nascar "hall of fame" is a sham, completely controlled by the france family. It's bullshit. The whole thing is bullshit. At least the NFL has a commissioner....
@@J.B24 The NFL commissioner is a farce over paid for doing fuckall nothing. The NFL should be removed from tax exempt status. Dr. Punch should be hall of fame.
@@J.B24 Pretty sure Winston Kelly runs it
i don't think he is but you are correct he should be now.....
Been listening to Dr. Punch over 30 years, never met the man but I feel like I know him like a friend.
I feel the same, all the years listening to him on tv, all the stories I've heard about him that were confirmed as true, a truly special man I feel like I know though I probably never will meet him personally he is and always truly will be someone special to all especially the racing community.
At least give him the Squier-Hall Award for Media Excellence.
Am I alone in being floored by finding out about Dr. Jerrys life and then feeling guilty for not knowing how much and how deep Motorsport is in this mans heart?
I knew it. But not all of it like i learned today
I'm with both of you. Always loved his broadcasting, I knew he was a licensed Doctor but I never knew details like I learned today. What a great interview.
I’ve known Dr Punch to be synonymous with NASCAR because I’ve known Dr. punch to be involved in NASCAR as long as I’ve known NASCAR
Lord, the world didn't deserve Dr. Jerry Punch. Thank God we have him.
Didn’t have to send him, but glad he did!!!
Amen
Both he and Dr. Steve Olvey from Indy Car should be in the HOF. They’ve done a ton for safety and knowledge in both sports.
@@rpm324 olvey wrote a book on his experiences too, its an amazing read
@@Squilliam__ his book is excellent!
“You saved rusty wallace’s life today. Who in their right mind would do that?” 😎 Classic!!
Jerry Punch, Larry Mac, Bob Jenkins, Allen Bestwick all deserve a spot in the Nascar HOF
Agreed.Bob has been fighting brain cancer.
Bob did a great job calling races
Yes and Benny I really miss Benny
@@tallen7873 B.P is one of my all time favourites 🤜👍
Bob was put into the Hall of Fame this year
Such a great episode. Dr. Punch should be a hall of famer for everything he’s done for the sport. Such an awesome guy. Thanks Dale for this interview.
As a trauma dr. you have to be able to compartmentalize what's happening and make quick, life saving decisions under pressure, but to have to often deal with these things with people you know and love often involved is something else entirely.
RUSTY WALLACE mentioned Jerry Punch saving him during his Hall of Fame speech lol.
I've heard he saved Ernie Irvan's life at Michigan in 1994.
Not only should this man be in the Nascar HOF but the fact there hasn't been a documentary on Dr.Jerry Punch is insane.
I cannot get over how good these interviews are. Junior is such a wonderful interviewer. 🙏🏻
You know Dale, I really miss you on the track. But these stories fulfill my heart not seeing you racing. Thank you for doing this show and podcast.
Yet another legend of the sport and another interview that could go on for several hours. There is so much more.
Dale Jr. should consider going even longer form, ala Joe Rogan style, and do several hours with these great guests.
He has over 2 hours with him on podcasting platforms, just short highlights on youtube.
@@HomeSlice_2424 was just about to say the same... these vids on TH-cam are just snippets from the full podcasts which are usually 2-3 hours
They are long form. This is just a clip. Find full episodes on any major podcast platform
Dale, I want to thank you for bringing this to everyone's attention about the abilities of Dr. Jerry. I had the pleasure of meeting him years ago when I was in Cup and I had no idea as to all of these other things about him. He has always been a class person and I can see someday that NASCAR should put him in the Hall of Fame for all that he has done for racing.
I met him too. And Benny Parsons too
@@lewiskemp5893 lucky you
@@oldermusiclover Omg Benny is even funnier in person. I remember when he was flirting innocently with a girl during practice and they asked about his wife he said they didnt have that channel at home. 30 mins later wife called after neighbors told her. He said Hi Baby. She said dont hi baby me. Lol. My favorite Jerry show was 1996 watkins Glen qualifying when Dale broke track record driving with broken bones. Or week before at Indy when Dale got out his car during race and was holding back tears. I love that man
@@lewiskemp5893 Benny always struck me as a funny person someone else I really miss, and wish he had stayed in the booth, is Neil Bonnett
@@oldermusiclover i loved Neils show winners. I think he was best race commentator. Flipped at talladega then called the race. I miss the old days
I cannot believe it. Jr s got Dr Jerry in the chair. This man has, in my opinion not gotten his due and has been an integral part of Nascar. Just one of my heros.
I knew it was inevitable watching and having old sometimes forgotten memories rekindled. This brought tears in my eyes. God bless you Dr. Punch.
That man is a hero No Doubt!
This is podcast is one of the best you've had. WOW, Dr. Punch is an amazing man. Thanks Dr. Punch.
Has Dr. Jerry Punch written a book? I feel he could fill hundreds of pages of stories, I'd read it in a heartbeat
That would be an interesting book....
Huge respect for Dr. Punch. When he was covering races - that era - was a time that I enjoyed watching racing the most and he was a big part of why. I miss those days of Bill and Rusty and Dale and Mark and one of my favorites; ol' Harry Gant. Good times. BTW, I was watching the coverage on TV when Ricky spun on pit road. Not much was said about Mike on the air, but I could tell by Jerry's face that it was bad.
DR Jerry Punch what an amazing man. I was a Firefighter/EMT for 20 years so I knew a lot of the terms he used from being in the Fire Service. It is amazing men like him and the Lord above that make miracles happen. Thank you Doctor Jerry Punch, Dale Earnhardt Jr, and Mike Davis.
What a great interview. Dr. Punch is an awsome story teller with great material. This only reinforce my admirations and respect for him. He is at another level. Thanks!
Pump up the sound please!!!!
Attended my first race at Greenville Pickens as a young boy with my Dad back in the sixties ... Been a fan ever since . Never knew all of that about Dr. Punch but Always liked him . Thank You June Bug for keeping the flame alive and honoring the history of NASCAR !
In today's time, with everything that has happnd, and rightfully so, does anyone else wish they would put Dr Jerry Punch in charge with everything medical. He didn't err on the side of caution, yet didn't BS anyone either. Dr Punch is truly an amazing man, that had two lives cross paths.
I could watch this for hours and hours what a great interview. Not to mention he was a fantastic broadcaster.
Jerry is one of the biggest heroes of NASCAR, has affected more lives in the sport than he saved.
Wow! I knew I enjoyed listening to him in the booth and in the pits, but I had no idea he was THAT good!
you guys keep up the awesome job!!! I don't miss an episode and learn something new every time I watch... I will watch dirty mo until the wheels fall off
I loved this interview. Excellent. Great heart warming stories. I have a story to add of how Dale Sr. Made me look like a hero when it was him all the way. My friend was in a terrible car accident in Indianapolis. Couple people were ejected from the car and died. My friend, a big Dale Earnhardt fan was in a coma with major head injuries. Her family reached out to me because they knew I represented a local dirt track and went to Daytona every year and had Nascar connections. Her family ask me if I could get Dale to send her something. I told them it might be easier to get the President of the US autograph but I would try. The gals in Daytona dug up a photo of Dale, gave the photo to Les Richter (director of competition), Les took the photo to the next race, had Dale autograph specifically with my friends name & wrote a special note. Les returned photo to gals at Nascar who mailed the photo to my friend at the hospital. My friend made a full recovery and is to this day very proud and thankful of Dales gift. He was a special man. A very special man.
I’ve never met Dr Jerry Punch, I made eye contact with him once or twice on pit row/lane @ Talladega a couple times @ couple different Cup racers there. I’ve always admired him & believed he’s a pretty amazing man. After listening to some of this interview he had with Dale Jr, I realize I am correct. Not only is Dr Punch an amazing guy, he’s pretty cool guy too!!!👍🏻
i love dale download i am a big fan of dale jr and dale sr and i love all the stories they have on here i am a big fan of earnhardt family
Praise the lord for this man!
It’s Lord not lord
How many here like myself, hear this man's voice, and without seeing him -- can visualize all these wonderful Nascar experiences we've had
I never knew Dr Jerry was a medical doctor, always thought he was only a broadcaster. What a tremendous human being!
I can’t even begin to comprehend now when Kurt Busch cussed him out and disrespected him during a race and Dr Jerry wanted to interview him. I think it was at Homestead but not 100%. I’d like to hear that story too
THIS GUY IS A TRUE HERO!!!!!!! Thank you so much, Doc! You are indeed a treasure to NASCAR and to human beings everywhere.
Why wasn't Dr. Punch ever appointed Nascars official doctor like Dr. Sid Watkins was in F1? Because listening to this... man the driver confidentiality and knowledge is almost identical to the relationship that Dr. Watkins had with the F1 grid
Jerry Punch was hired as a broadcaster. He also did the doctor job when his net work wasn't showing races.
One of the best interviews you guys have had he'd a God sent
The volume needs to be upped a little bit on this one....I'm not catching quite everything....
agree
Hey Nolan this is Jeff Yoder the ol'broke down scooter tramp, exbiker, Vietnam 🇻🇳 Era veteran, and I agree 👍 with you 💯 percent that Dr Jerry Punch should be put into the Hall of Fame for all the contributions to Nascar over the years he saved more lives than the improved safety standards have and he's responsible for more than his fair share of the safety standards Nascar has today so, yeah Dr Jerry Punch does deserve to be put into the Hall of Fame
It’s a gift. A gift that he’s used to it’s fullest extent. Knowing exactly what to do no matter what the pressure. The thought isn’t “wow I gotta figure out what to do” it’s “ok this is what’s happened, he needs airway opened”
Should be in NASCAR Hall of Fame for Broadcasting and Unselfish Act of Heroism
Man I miss when Jerry was announcing races, and the fact that he was the one that tried to save Bobby Isaac. I had no idea about that. That’s cool man he did what he could.
To think Kurt Busch once had the audacity to treat this man like garbage.
That was rageoholic Kurt, he’s much more tame these days :)
That was definitely a low point for Kurt and everybody knew it right away. It took him time to figure it out but he eventually did.
Dr Jerry Punch is an angel sent from above, an amazing physician an amazing human being, racing is blessed to have him
If everyone on earth were even half as wholesome as Dr. Jerry Punch, man this world would be perfect. Hey, NASCAR.... Hall Of Fame, Dr. Punch, it better happen ASAP!!! No excuse not too!!
Dr. Jerry Punch deserves to be in the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Fantastic episode.
This Podcast is so Important for NASCAR glad some like Jr is at the Helm. He really does have his finger on the pulse of what NASCAR Fans want!
Hands down the best interview in my opinion.....
I’ve followed nascar for 52 years and had no idea Dr. Punch was so involved with the drivers , Awesome story !!!
Always loved Doctor Jerry Punch's coverage on the excellent 1990s ESPN NASCAR broadcasts.
This man is a true NASCAR treasure! Most people don't realize what he has done for the sport and drivers.
How is Dr. Jerry Punch not in the Hall of Fame?
This is my favorite episode. Can we please get a part 2 with Dr. Jerry Punch? I feel like he has more stories we've never heard before.
All this time I thought he had a PhD in Engineering and that is why he was a Dr.!!!
@NolanEP I’m not doubting how great of a doctor he is or who he has saved. I was just a kid and I never remember anyone ever saying anything about him being a medical doctor back then. No social media back then. And my house had dial up Internet through the local library so it took hours for a page to load. They never mentioned he was a medical doctor at the time that I can remember. So as a kid I could not understand why a medical doctor would be the number one broadcaster so that’s why I thought he a PhD in engineering because he understood the cars so well and was so great at explaining everything
He went to medical school in Winston-Salem NC
Amazing content you're providing! Keep it up.
This Precious Priceless Treasured Man needs to be recognized for the great work he did saving lives as well as his broadcasting which was always top notch!! Hall Of Fame and a statue. I put Dr. Jerry Punch 2nd behind your Daddy in greatness and accomplishments!!! Thanks for sharing another fantastic podcast Jr. You're truly amazing and such a BLESSING to the sport of Nascar and racing and saving race tracks and saving Nascar's HISTORY which is essential because there are many people who don't have a clue as to all the driver's that came before and grew Nascar into the massive sport it was and can be again I hope!!! Jr YOU ARE A NATIONAL TREASURE 🙏 💞 🤗💞🙏👍🏁🏆🏁🙏🙏💞🤗💞
I listened to the podcast and I have to say a 2nd appearance by Dr. Jerry Punch is required (IMO). I feel you’ve only scratched the surface of what this man has done both in and out of the booth. Great episode!! I didn’t know Rusty had such a wreck at Bristol. More research it is then. Cheers
He has the heart of an angel and the ability to save people and thank god we have him.
Never really knew who Jerry Punch was- always heard his name on the broadcasts back in the day. Fascinating interview here, what a gift he was to so many drivers that he helped in their time of need.
Man as a kid watching nascar I always wondered why they called him "doctor" Jerry Punch when he was reporting from pit road. This video answered so many questions! God bless you Dr. Jerry Punch, what an incredible human being.
Dr. Jerry Punch is a blessing and a gift
Wow is all I can say..grew up watching Nascar and this man was a staple..didn't realize until now he is a LEGEND
Growing up as a kid and following NASCAR in the late 80’s, early 90’s, I never knew Dr. Punch provided care for the drivers like this; let alone saved their lives. Truly a great human being, and obviously an unclaimed gem for the sport. We need more folks like him in our lives, country, and in the world. Best wishes Dr. Punch!!!
Such an amazing story. Thank you Dr. Punch, your insight and storytelling is wonderful, as always bringing richness and depth to the sport we love.
Doc Punch is a real life hero. No two ways about it. Until I watched this the main thing I remember about Jerry Punch was the way Kurt Busch absolutely talked to him like a dog one race where Kurt crashed out early and even while that was happening he still remained professional.
I love this but my only question is how can he talk about this stuff now? Like the story he told about the driver who thought he was having a heart attack, he gave enough details to figure out who that was. So isn’t that breaking confidentiality or does it just not matter any more because it’s been so long?
He didnt break it. Youre a big fan if you figured it out. I have my opinion
Most of the drivers already told their injury story.
I asked for Dr. Jerry Punch a few months ago. I was unable to comment when this first came out but I did listen to it. I know nobody asked him to come on because of my comment but I can't thank Jr. and Dirty Mo Media for having him on. This man has so much knowledge and so many stories to share. I feel he's underappreciated amongst fans today.
Dr. Jerry Punch and Chris Economaki are probably my two favorite media personalities in the history of the sport.
I had the pleasure of meeting Dr Jerry in Johnson city Tn the year Dale spun Terry. Very genuine guy. Had his family at the hotel restaurant. Crossed paths with him on the elevator the following morning, he had an autographed champagne bottle given to him by Dale from the night before. He was proud of that thing. Very humble guy who seemed to always have time for the fans. Good people.
These podcasts are amazing for the history of Nascar. It's so different now... Ahh the good Ole days. You think future generations will look back at these times and say the same?
They should, because if they don't, they're truly missing out on how NASCAR used to be and unfortunately is Not any longer! I quit watching the day we lost Dale Sr., and imHumblesto, it's never been the same since and never will be again! Like Richard Petty said in a clip I saw him recently say, "NASCAR is no longer about racing, it's a Show!" Couldn't be said better by anyone and I totally agree with his take on it, 1000%!
This is a true hero that isn't even really talked about.. This man if something special, it should be more widely known this isn't just a Dr. And a broadcaster. He's a hero
Dr. Jerry Punch is a class act
Hero is often an over used word, but Dr Punch truly deserves that accolade.
Omg...Dale, it's like you read my mind when you pick your guests...thanks for all that you do...especially this one!
Why is this man NOT in the hall of fame ???
Dr. Jerry Punch is a good man. Never knew any of this. Always thought he was JUST a broadcaster.
Great Great show with Dr Jerry Punch 🏁🏁🇺🇸
This interview moved me in ways I've never felt before! A godsend for those driver's at the track!
If i was around where he practiced id go nowhere else, the guy has been so humble, seems so incredibly smart & so calm it seems even in the most unbelievably crazy sport such as nascar.
I want to see Dr Jerry back at the track be it on Fox or NBC
If Dr Jerry Punch hasn’t written a book he should.
All my past hero’s just took a back seat...I have a new #1 bad ass hero. Dr. Punch is his name! Thanks D Jr for sharing. you are making new race fans every post! Cheers bub! 🍻
Dr. Jerry Punch is who all men should aspire to be! Great job to everyone at DirtyMo Media!
Thank God for Jerry Punch and his dedication to helping people in need.
Dr Jerry Punch is Amazing.
For all who didnt understand how much Nascar fans and drivers loved Dr Punch, just look how fast Roger Penske fired Kurt Busch after Busch flipped out on Dr. Punch, the Doc is a Legend!!!
Fantastic show!