Best Grant Gonzales Podcasts (2025)

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342. Sergio Gonzales - Real World Lessons from Blue Collar Roots 18:54

2d ago18:54

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What does it mean to lead with grit, heart, and humility? In this powerful episode of Coach 360: Beyond the Game, we sit down with Coach Sergio Gonzales, the Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach at Pasadena Rayburn High School. From his blue-collar roots in Galena Park, Texas, to leading student-athletes with passion and purpose, Coach Gonz…

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Autocross Opening Weekend, Derek Goff in studio. Show 56 2:02:05

1d ago2:02:05

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Today on the show we cover our opening weekend of Autocross 2025. In studio guest, Derek Goff is fast becoming a top contender in our autocross group. Grant goes really fast then has some misfortune with Liger. . Also a listener question about a build. #nwacc #viperclub #toptimeofday #holleylsfest #lsfestwest #lsfest #autocross #racing #motorsport …

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LS Fest West and ORP 2025 Our weekend wrap up Show 55 2:02:15

8d ago2:02:15

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Grant and Rob wrap up their weekend of racing their perspective events. Wendy Castillo in studio talks about a first timers thoughts on LS Fest. #holleylsfest #lsfestwest #lsfest #autocross #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #optima #lsfest #ford #moparty #fordfest #chevy #Chevrolet #dod…

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341. Grant Freeman - From 3 High Schools to 2 - Building Culture from the Ground Up 21:40

9d ago21:40

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When a school district undergoes one of the most significant transformations in its history—shutting down three long-standing high schools to create two brand-new campuses—strong leadership becomes essential. In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, Coach Grant Freeman, Athletic Director at Wichita Falls ISD, shares the pivotal role that char…

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340. Cody Moore - Don't Leave Leadership to Chance - Student Athlete Leadership Council Program 58:31

16d ago58:31

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In this powerful episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, presented by 2Words Character Development, we reconnect with Coach Cody Moore, Athletic Coordinator at Round Rock High School, and his Assistant Head Football Coach and O-Line Coach, Jordan Gesch. Building upon their earlier conversation in Episode 332, this round dives deep into one of the mo…

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Cruiser Car Challenge Grant Wins!! Show 54 1:29:56

17d ago1:29:56

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Grant wins the cruiser car challenge, Rob fails big time and Jeremy has a few points deducted but goes deaf with his build. Wendy Castillo joins briefly to add her buy and drive car. #Cruiser #lincolncontinental #cruisercar #trucks #c10 #c10nationals #c10trucknerd #itsthechad #LsSwap #autocross #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drif…

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339. Lawrence Johnson - Building A New Culture Through Adversity 27:14

23d ago27:14

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In this inspiring episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, we hear from Coach Lawrence Johnson, the Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach at Wichita Falls Legacy High School. Taking on the challenge of merging three schools into one unified program, Coach Johnson shares a raw, powerful account of what it takes to build culture, character, and …

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C10 Truck Nerd Joins us for the Truckesode! show 53 1:35:01

24d ago1:35:01

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Untitled Truck Project for show 53, Chad from the YouTube channel C10 Truck Nerd helps us break down what a good project truck would look like. Also we discuss if and SUV is a truck, what about an El Camino or a Ranchero? So many trucks to choose from. . #trucks #c10 #c10nationals #c10trucknerd #itsthechad #LsSwap #autocross #racing #motorsport #di…

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338. Cale Melton - Family Groups & Building a Foundation of Character and Trust 39:04

1M ago39:04

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In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, we hear from Coach Cale Melton, Head Football Coach and Athletic Director at Hico ISD, whose leadership journey is rooted in legacy, authenticity, and building a program with lasting character. From his upbringing under a coaching father to his own transition into a head coaching role, Melton shares ho…

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Project Cars!! What to choose? Happy One year UCP!! Show 52 1:37:54

1M ago1:37:54

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This show dedicated to talking about project cars. Duh. Basics guide to selecting the project car for you. We get a little side tracked as always but we have fun doing it. #LsSwap #autocross #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #optima #lsfest #ford #moparty #fordfest #chevy #Chevrolet #do…

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337. Michelle Dalton - Win with Grace, Lose with Grace - Lessons in Leadership 20:01

1M ago20:01

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In the latest episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, presented by 2Words Character Development, host Colton sits down with Coach Michelle Dalton, the girls athletic coordinator at Pasadena Bondi Intermediate and a seasoned coach and mentor, to discuss the profound impact of mindset in leadership, coaching, and personal development. Through years of…

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Diesel Swaps and Projects Brad Spring p2 Show 51 1:46:03

1M ago1:46:03

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Brad comes back for another show, this time we get into what diesel motors work best for swaps. Some deep dives into what diesel motors are good and what might not be so good. Other tangents along the way. #moparlife #diesel #dieselswap #LsSwap #autocross #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #cars #racing #racecar #cama…

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336. Paul Sharr - Sportsmanship and Accountability in Coaching - Elevating Student-Athletes Through Leadership 31:19

1M ago31:19

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Every coach has the opportunity to make a lasting impact, and Coach Paul Sharr, Athletic Director at Community ISD, is a prime example of what it means to lead with integrity and purpose. In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, Coach Sharr shares his approach to fostering leadership, instilling sportsmanship, and holding athletes accountable…

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Inside The Dealer Shop, Brad Spring, Show 50 p1 1:54:02

1M ago1:54:02

1:54:02

Brad Spring in studio, gives us a great inside look at what it's like working for a dealership in the shop. From warranty, to special projects, the tool truck and the special tools we don't get to use. We roll out the details for the Cruiser Car Challenge as well. Hit Follow and share with your friends. #moparlife #diesel #dieselswap #LsSwap #autoc…

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335. Huddle Up With Coach Mackey - How to Prevent Burnout: 4 Keys to Staying in the Game for the Long Haul - Coaching Tips & Lessons 28:50

2M ago28:50

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Burnout isn’t just about feeling tired—it’s the slow erosion of passion, purpose, and energy that can take even the best coaches out of the game. If you’ve ever found yourself drained, disconnected, or questioning if you can keep going, you’re not alone. In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, Host Colton Leonard visits with Coach Stephen Ma…

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Motor builder Selection, What's the big deal? Cars of our Past, The Best and Worst. Show 49 2:09:59

2M ago2:09:59

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We dive into our thoughts on selecting a motor builder. We talk about all the cars we've had and driven in the past. What our favorites were and the worst of the bunch, its a long list. #LsSwap #thatcrazyfrontier #autocross #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #optima #lsfest…

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334. Coach Ben Nicholas: Building Champions Beyond the Scoreboard - Coaching Leadership & Culture 27:04

2M ago27:04

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Every coach dreams of building a winning program—but what defines winning? Is it state championships and trophy cases, or is it developing young athletes into leaders who thrive beyond the game? In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, Coach Ben Nicholas, Athletic Director at Village Tech Schools, shares his journey from unexpected coaching o…

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Project Car Build Challenge #2, Show 48 2:36:54

2M ago2:36:54

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We cover Project car challenge #2, Grant's ridiculous build ideas. Also talking about some tools we wish we could find on the market. Let's get ready for car season 2025. #LsSwap #thatcrazyfrontier #autocross #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #optima #lsfest #ford #moparty…

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333. Huddle Up with Coach Mackey - How to Build a Championship Culture: 4 Steps to Defining Core Values in Your Program 36:40

2M ago36:40

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Culture isn’t just a catchphrase on a locker room wall—it’s the foundation that defines who your team is under pressure. Every great program, from high school teams to college powerhouses, thrives on clear core values that guide athletes beyond the game. But how do you go from a list of words to a culture that actually shapes behavior? In this epis…

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Oregon Trail Rally from the inside Mike Shaw Show 47 2:54:13

2M ago2:54:13

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Mike Shaw joins us to give the inside scoop on how the Oregon Trail Rally runs and what it takes to put one of these events together. We lay out our next build a car challenge. Join the fun! #LsSwap #thatcrazyfrontier #autocross #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #optima #l…

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332. Coach Cody Moore: Be Real & Control The Controllable: How Coach Moore is Building Leadership at Round Rock High 41:28

2M ago41:28

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Every coach wants a player-led team, but how do you create a culture where athletes hold each other accountable, play for something bigger than themselves, and show up every day ready to compete? At Round Rock High School, Coach Cody Moore and Coach Jordan Gesh have built a football program centered around brotherhood, relentless effort, and above-…

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$12k Optima Build Challenge Show 46 2:56:38

3M ago2:56:38

2:56:38

This week we challenge each other to build an Optima car for $12k in parts. We catch up on our projects and talk about the most unreliable cars that we would still like to own. Don't forget project cars for sale. Join us for a great show and share it with your friends. #LsSwap #thatcrazyfrontier #autocross #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #gras…

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331. Huddle Up with Coach Mackey: The 5 E’s of Leadership - Coaching Tips & Lessons with Coach Mackey - Coach Beyond The Game 29:18

3M ago29:18

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Coaching today isn’t the same as it was 10, 20, or 30 years ago. The landscape of youth development has changed, and adolescence now extends well beyond high school. As adolescence expands, today’s athletes need strong coaches more than ever. In this episode, Coach 360 host, Colton Leonard, welcomes back Coach Stephen Mackey for our special series …

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SWAP EVERYTHING!! LOJ Conversions Stephen Dorrick Show 45 2:31:51

3M ago2:31:51

2:31:51

Stephen Dorrick from LOJ conversions gives us a behind the scenes of his operation where they produce conversion kits for a myriad of LS swapped vehicles. While they specialize in the Nissan / Infiniti brands, They have the ability to build swap parts for anything you can think of. We dive into his Frontier race truck, an amazing piece of machinery…

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Milwaukee Tools In Depth From an Insider Cole Conrad Show 44 2:17:31

3M ago2:17:31

2:17:31

Cole Conrad from Milwaukee tools takes us inside the brand. He tells us what the process is to take a tool from concept to reality. Tools for all trades including Automotive. What about the illusive M18 coffee maker? Milwaukee Tools Snow and Ice Stuck in the mud. #powertrain #electricpowertrain #highvoltage #autocross #thespeedforge #turbosystems #…

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FREAKIN GENIUS! Jason Braughnberger on engineering electric powertrains. Show 43 3:20:46

3M ago3:20:46

3:20:46

Dare we say it. Electric power trains, Damn! That's A LOT of power. It's shocking..... Jason Braughnberger captivates our imaginations with his engineering genius. Do you need a guy for that? I need guy. Grant's rear end. Nürburgring lap times C8ZR1 vs Mustang GTD Passing on a project car. #powertrain #electricpowertrain #highvoltage #autocross #th…

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Car Projects - The New Guys Perspective, Antonio (The Gooz) Guzman. Show 42 3:20:41

4M ago3:20:41

3:20:41

We take a look at project cars and the car guy lifestyle through the eyes of a newbie. The Gooz tells us what it's been like for him getting started in Autocross and working on his own vehicle. We take a dive into Vipers as that is a car Antonio aspires to own one day. Details of being a Ford mustang owner, continue down that path or not? Thanks fo…

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BREAKING NEWS!! The Speed Forge is now open. Brendan Rasmussen Show 41 2:57:27

4M ago2:57:27

2:57:27

Show 41 - Kit Cars as projects, What's out there and what it might take to finish it. We talk about the platforms they're built on and our opinions of how good they are. Do you have what it takes to build one? The Speed Forge - Now open, we talk to founder Brendan Rasmussen about his new shop, the turbo systems they build and what they have plans f…

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Optima to LS Fest - FM3 Performance Marketing with Jimi Day show 40 2:56:57

4M ago2:56:57

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Jimi Day gives us all the background from the ground up of FM3 Performance Marketing to all the events they have a hand in today. Optima Ultimate Street Car Challenge, Holley LS Fest, Summit Autocross, MoParty, Ford Fest and more. Jimi takes us on a tour of how it all came to be. Great conversation and very informative. Some hints at the direction …

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"WARNING" May cause uncontrollable wrenching urges! Tom Suddard of Grassroots Motorsports Show 39 3:14:11

4M ago3:14:11

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Building budget race cars: Tom Suddard, publisher of Grassroots Motorsports, from budget builds to track days, this could very well be a project car guys dream job. Favorite builds for racing on a budget as well as the one that failed. Fantastic Stories from a life of building cars. Join us for a great show talking about project cars. #grassrootsmo…

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Advanced Autoparts Closing! Flying cars? show 38 2:55:54

5M ago2:55:54

2:55:54

Would you rather have a car that can fly or go under water? Show 38 is all about projects and what the new year has in store. Rob, Jeremy and Grant get into Advanced Auto Parts closing. Events coming for us in 2025. Project tools, new or used? All project updates as well as timelines. #firebird #screamingchicken #highoctanedads #racing #motorsport …

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Unfiltered Burnouts - High Octane Dad's Chris Mayo, Show 37 2:30:20

5M ago2:30:20

2:30:20

Chris takes us into the build behind his Chevy Caprice and his 3rd gen Firebird. He just wants to do burnouts and have fun. What more could a project car guy want from his High Octane builds.? #firebird #screamingchicken #highoctanedads #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #o…

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Taming the Beast! E85 Camaro ZL1 Brent Reno Show 36 1:56:53

5M ago1:56:53

1:56:53

Brent Reno takes us inside his ZL1 Camaro, how the build came about what's been done as well as what it's like driving the E85 beast. Brent also covers the numerous motor transformations he's been through on the project journey. #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #optima #l…

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The Doctor's in the house. Doctor / Project Car Enthusiast Gene Eysmont. Show 35 3:04:57

5M ago3:04:57

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Discover the intersection of medicine and motoring with Dr. Gene Eysmont. This podcast takes you behind the scenes of a doctor's life, from the rigorous demands of medical training to the thrill of the open road. We'll delve into the challenges and rewards of a career in medicine, while exploring his passion for high-performance cars, particularly …

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Racing passion, Acting career, Project cars. Rachel Thurow, Show 34 2:50:10

6M ago2:50:10

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Rachel Thurow of R&D Garage on YouTube, this week on the show. She tells us about her life of project cars, her favorite tracks cars she loves and some she doesn't. Racing passion, Acting career, Project cars SEMA shows, women in racing. Life is good. instagram.com/rachels_spooneg6 tiktok.com/@gearheadchick facebook.com/RD-Garage-104791231492509 ht…

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The SEMA Show: A Gearhead's Paradise Full review Show 33 2:18:31

6M ago2:18:31

2:18:31

Our SEMA show shenanigans, we cover our greatest finds at SEMA and some of the stuff that happened after the show. #sema #sema2024 #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #optima #lsfest #ford #chevy #Chevrolet #dodge #Corvette #miata #mustang #viper #autocross #exotics #untitle…

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SEMA Day 1 Rundown Show 32 1:27:17

6M ago1:27:17

1:27:17

From our hotel suite at Caesar's Palace we run down our favorite moments from SEMA day 1, the only day we got to record while at the show. Ian, Grant, Rob, Jeremy and Chad the C10 Truck Nerd all give their view on what it's like to attend SEMA 2024. #sema #sema2024 #racing #motorsport #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #car…

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Volvo Project Cars In Depth with Lots of Laughs, Vinny Gambardella Show 31 2:29:37

6M ago2:29:37

2:29:37

Vinny Gambardella takes us into the world of Volvos. Grant shows up in costume. Laughs all around. #volvo #racing #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #sema #optima #lsfest #ford #chevy #Chevrolet #dodge #Corvette #miata #mustang #viper #autocross #exotics #untitledcarproject #untitledcarproject…

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Full Throttle Grass Roots Sprint Car Racing Brad Rhodes Show 30 2:25:06

7M ago2:25:06

2:25:06

Brad Rhodes takes us behind the track for a look at what it takes to go grass roots sprint car racing. From what it's like to be a beginner to racing 12 years later. Changes in the sport and upkeep of a sprint car. Lets get sideways. #sprintcars #racing #dirt #dirttrack #grassroots #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #sema…

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One Project Car at a Time, 5 Cars, 1 Passion: Chad's Garage. Show 29 2:30:52

7M ago2:30:52

2:30:52

Chad Myers shares his passion for the IS300 platform, we dig deep into his passion for project car builds as well as some off topic adventures. Ian, Grant and Jeremy Drift through the topics with Chad asking all the tough questions. As per usual, "what car is a hard no" is a favorite. #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #s…

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Experience Barrett Jackson from the floor Special Episode 2 with Josh Davis 58:49

7M ago58:49

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Josh takes us to the floor of Barrett Jackson Scottsdale. Walks us through what its like to be there and what the experience is like in person. Special Episode 2 #barrettjackson #auction #drift #drifting #lexus #is300 #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #sema #optima #lsfest #ford #chevy #Chevrolet #dodge #Corvette #miata #mustang #viper #autocross #exo…

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From Garage to YouTube, C10 Truck Nerd - Behind the Build. Show 28 3:10:57

7M ago3:10:57

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Chad the C10 Truck Nerd gives us a behind the YouTube view of his life as a C10 truck enthusiast, where it started and what keeps him going. We enjoyed a long talk with Chad about saving C10s, what he likes about them and trying to pass the passion on to the next generation. #C10 #C10trucks #C10trucknerd #drift #drifting #cars #racing #racecar #cam…

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Tire Smoke and Rubber. How to control the drifting chaos. Ft: Ian Fike and James Schoepf Show 27 1:31:36

7M ago1:31:36

1:31:36

James and Rob pepper the questions at our resident Drifter Ian as he explains the ins and outs for Drifting, It's more than just throwing your car sideways. From car set up to the differences in racing surfaces and tire compounds. Take a listen and learn a bit about the drifting culture, its a great ride! In the video version all photos provided by…

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A Journalist Behind the Wheel with Jesus Behind the Wheel. Jesus R Garcia show 26 2:02:30

8M ago2:02:30

2:02:30

Jesus R Garcia, automotive journalist takes us behind the scenes of being a journalist in the automotive industry. He shares some of his reviews and stories about reviewing cars. Jesus tells us about his project cars, his favorites and how they came into his collection. We get deep into the electric car topic again. Josh Davis joins us on this epis…

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Balancing the Lens: Cars, Family and Podcasting. James Schoepf Show 25 3:13:04

8M ago3:13:04

3:13:04

James Schoepf of the podcast High Octane Dads joins the show to talk about project cars, his passion for photography, what it's like to do a podcast and balance family life. The after guest topics: Selecting the right project car for a newb, some good ones to consider and some bad ones. #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #sema #optima #lsfest #ford #ch…

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Driving Industry Trends: Insights from ARMO and Distinctive Industries, Chris Compton Show 24 2:22:41

8M ago2:22:41

2:22:41

Chris Compton gives us insight into Distinctive Industries, how restoration interiors are produced, what goes into selecting which interiors are produced and a little on how they are made. Chris is also involved with Aftermarket Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) affiliated with SEMA, We dive into what that is all about as well. #cars #racing #…

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Autocross Adventures: A Father-Son Journey, Project Cars Don and Derek Goff in studio, show 23 3:21:11

8M ago3:21:11

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The dynamic Duo, Don and Derek Goff in studio talking about father and son racing together, their history with cars and projects over the years. Tons of entertaining stories throughout. #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #sema #optima #lsfest #ford #chevy #Chevrolet #dodge #Corvette #miata #mustang #viper #autocross #exotics #untitledcarproject #untitl…

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Jon Nidermeyer's HP Tuned Camaro Restoration, in studio, Show 22 2:34:44

8M ago2:34:44

2:34:44

Jon tells us what it's like to resto-mod a Gen 1 Camaro and gives us tons of insight into tuning a GM product with HP tuners. We talk LS FEST and Optima as well. #cars #racing #racecar #camaro #sema #optima #lsfest #ford #chevy #Chevrolet #dodge #Corvette #miata #mustang #viper #autocross #exotics #untitledcarproject #untitledcarprojectpodcast #pro…

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Project Car finishing, Interior, Paint and Motivation. Rob and Grant show 21 3:03:30

9M ago3:03:30

3:03:30

Rob and Grant talk about Motivation to keep moving on the project with all of life's other distractions. Paint schemes we don't like. What interior makes sense for a project car. The new C3 project coming to the shop. Side tangents? Maybe. Thanks for following along. #cars #racing #racecar #ford #chevy #Chevrolet #dodge #Corvette #miata #mustang #v…

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Beaches Cruise In, Lexus IS300 LS3 swap, The Details, The Alaska Adventure Show 20 2:02:33

9M ago2:02:33

2:02:33

Ian Shares details about doing an LS Swap into his Lexus IS300 and what it's like to get rid of DOD, the dreaded variable valve timing. Jeremy shares his Alaska trip plans with projects in mind. #cars #racing #racecar #ford #chevy #Chevrolet #dodge #Corvette #miata #mustang #viper #autocross #exotics #untitledcarproject #untitledcarprojectpodcast #…

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