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Welcome to VW Garage Talk where we talk all things VW, from air-cooled classics to water-cooled rides. Whether we’re wrenching on my ‘73 Beetle, ’71 Westy, or ‘61 SO23 Subhatch, hitting up car shows, cruising with friends, or local VW meets, it’s all about the VW lifestyle & culture. Join me, Craig (BrewDub), as I share my car stories, roadtrip experiences, rescues, chat with fellow VW peers, and welcome guests into the garage to talk about their rides. Whether you’re restoring a classic or ...
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Ep. 14 | Johnny Jalopy & Ity B on car art, culture, and custom builds that have come to life
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In this episode of VW Garage Talk, we sit down with the creative power duo Johnny Jalopy and Ity B to talk all things car culture: art, builds, TV, and community. Johnny shares how he got started in the car scene, his experience on Full Custom Garage, and how his artwork has gone from sketchpad to real-life custom builds. Ity B brings her energy an…
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Ep. 13 | From Florida Convoys to California Campouts: VW Leads, Road Trip Recap & What’s Next
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Craig + Angie are back behind the mic together with a full recap of everything they've been up to since January... coast-to-coast road trips, VW campouts, convoy adventures, and a few surprise leads that popped up along the way (literally at stoplights). In this episode:🚐 The story behind their Phoenix-to-Silverado trip🌵 Joshua Tree National Park, …
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Ep. 12 | David’s VW Collection | The 80s scene & Connecting online communities
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Join us in Episode 12 of VW Garage Talk podcast as we dive into David's incredible VW journey! Dave's built a collection of VWs throughout the years, with over 90 Volkswagen cars that have come and gone, including an iconic Herbie replica that he's owned for over 30 years. He shares how the '60-70s car movie culture shaped his passion, what the '80…
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Ep. 11 | Building VW Community before social media: the story of Local Volks and Dave McFarland
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In Episode 11 of VW Garage Talk, we sit down with my longtime friend Dave McFarland, co-founder of Local Volks, Florida’s largest Volkswagen group. For nearly 20 years, Dave has been a central figure in building and growing the VW scene in the Sunshine State, long before Facebook groups and viral reels. We talk about: Dave’s VW origin story: from h…
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Ep. 10 | Bill & Dan's journeys in the car scene & the behind-the-scenes of No Dough Weekend
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No Dough Weekend is THIS WEEKEND, and we’re kicking things off with Bill, the man behind one of Florida’s biggest VW events and our friend Dan. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ Bill & Dan's journeys in the VW scene & first-ever VW ✅ The craziest swap meet finds we’ve each seen! ✅ How No Dough Weekend has evolved over the last 14 years ✅ Must-do eve…
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Ep. 9 | Project Updates & a big Surprise about one of my VWs! - VW Garage Talk podcast
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In this solo episode of VW Garage Talk podcast, I’m bringing you up to speed on all the latest VW project updates, including my 1961 SO23 Subhatch Bus restoration, maintenance plans for my 1973 Beetle and some tweaks I want to make, goals for the ‘71 Westy that’s still out West, and my vision for the ‘72 Squareback. Plus, I reveal a BIG surprise ab…
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Ep. 8 | 30K Miles in a Krusty Bus: Camping, Lanterns & VW Adventures with Dave
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Could you put 30K miles on a classic VW in just 12 months? Dave Broenen did! In this episode of VW Garage Talk, we sit down with him to talk about his crazy travel schedule, his impressive VW collection, and why he’s always down for an adventure. We get into: • The insane amount of miles he’s racked up • His favorite VW camping trips & bucket list …
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Ep. 7 | Life on the road: VW Travel, Camping & Community
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What’s it really like traveling & camping in a VW? In this episode of VW Garage Talk, we chat with our friends Tom & Cyntra, who hit the road in their Vanagon to talk about the highs, the lows, and the unexpected moments of life on the road. We cover: The best VW-friendly campsites & hidden gems Breakdowns, mishaps & the reality of road-tripping …
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Ep. 6 | Hanging with Gary/VW Jawbreaker - Builds, Beetles, Buses & VW Fun
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In this episode of VW Garage Talk, I’m hanging out with my friend Gary, aka @VWJawbreaker talking all things VW! Learn about his cool builds to his new bus, favorite VW events, and what makes this VW community so special. We have some good laughs and also connect about camping, road trips, and the best VW shows worth traveling for.Plus, I’m sharing…
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Ep. 5 | 2700 miles later.. VW Roadtrip to Buses by the Bridge
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We made it! After thousands of miles, we finally reached Lake Havasu for Buses by the Bridge, but not without some wild moments along the way! In this episode of VW Garage Talk, Dan joins us to recap the final leg of our cross-country VW adventure, from Arizona desert highways to camping with 300+ VW buses. We talk about: • Roadside surprises & las…
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Ep. 5 | VW Roadtrip Final Leg and Buses by the Bridge BBB Recap
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In this episode of VW Garage Talk podcast, we wrap up our incredible cross-country journey with Leg 3 and recap the unforgettable Buses by the Bridge event in Lake Havasu City. Joined by my friend Daniel, who came along for this final leg, we’re sharing stories from the road, our favorite moments at BBB, and what it’s like to travel in a VW with fr…
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Ep. 4 | Leg 2: VW convoy, Big Bend & a wild finish to our road trip
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In this episode of VW Garage Talk, Angie and I dive into the highs, the twists, and the off-the-wall moments of the second leg of our cross-country adventure. From Houston to Phoenix, we packed in plenty of memories: quirky roadside attractions, joining a VW convoy to Big Bend National Park, exploring the scenic beauty of Saguaro National Park, and…
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Ep. 3 | VW Brotherhood & Shenanigans - Talking all things cars & our friendship
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In this episode, I’m joined by my VW brothers: Tony, Jimmy, and Dan. Together, we make “Boombatz,” and we’re spilling the story behind the name! From VWs we’ve bought and sold, crazy restoration projects, road trips, and hilarious memories, this one’s packed with nostalgia, laughs, and classic car passion. Three Italians and an Irishman from New En…
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Ep. 2 | Our First Big VW Road Trip: Adventures, Roadside Stops & What’s Next
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The adventure begins! We just wrapped up Leg 1 of our cross-country road trip in our 1971 VW Westfalia, and we’re breaking it all down on this episode of VW Garage Talk! This journey has already been one for the books: Quirky roadside stops & offbeat attractions Camping in national parks & scenic detours The unexpected challenges & triumphs o…
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Ep. 1 | My VW Story: How it all Started, Why I still have my First Car + Q&A
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Welcome to the first-ever episode of VW Garage Talk! 🎙️ In this episode, I share my VW story… how I got into Volkswagens, why I still have my first car (a ‘73 Beetle), and how that passion led to BrewDub VW Adventures. You’ll also meet Angie, my wife and the creative mastermind behind our social media and content. Together, we talk about: • The VWs…
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