Start your engines! This episode, we’re peeling back the custom chrome to celebrate what would have been the 100th birthday year of the undisputed King of Kustomizers: George Barris!
Join us as we pop the hood on the man who built Hollywood's wildest rides. We’ll tune up the history of his iconic creations—from the original Batmobile and the Munster Koach to the legendary Beverly Hillbillies’ jalopy. We’ll cruise through his custom-car legacy, uncover the secrets behind his most outrageous builds, and examine how his artistry transformed steel, fiberglass, and pop culture forever. Get ready to ride shotgun with us as we salute the man who proved that four wheels and a dream could change the world!
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