Hotrod Hangout

In this episode, Chad Strop shares how his buddies sparked his love for cars, dives into the tale behind his iconic ‘50, and lets us in on an exclusive Gene Winfield story that's never been told—until now. We also ride through East Coast vs West Coast customs, his adventures tinkering with bikes (and how he looked like an absolute “ding dong” riding one of his own builds), and the moments that make the car culture more than just me...

In this episode, we sit down with Josh Rowan—a guy who went from sleeping in his truck to seeing it grace the pages of top magazines. We talk late nights in the shop, scrounging cash for parts, and the pure magic of watching a dream ride drop to the ground for the first time. Now Josh is back in the bay, cooking up a whole new look with titanium and carbon fiber. It's raw, it's real, and it's all about building cool shit and having...

What starts with a quiet pond and a fishing pole unfolds into a deep dive through car culture, survival, and soul. In this episode, we trace the unexpected road from asking to fish on someone’s land to building dream machines—highlighted by the legendary ‘73 Buick Riviera already sitting in the driveway. Joined by guest Dalton Sumner, we ride through the beauty of lowrider life, where custom builds become rolling art, and talk abou...

This episode we are shaking things up—Ashley is taking the reins as host! We dive into the second half of Matt’s unforgettable road trip, filled with adventure, stunning rides, and one major bucket list moment: attending the legendary West Coast Kustoms Cruise in Nationals. Huge thanks to Ken from Bad Idea Customs for making this dream a reality!

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Not only did Dave Sorenson and Dave McGonagle from Ken's crew hop on for this episode, but Uncle Brian from the Hometown Hot Rodder Co-Hosted! Be sure to listen 'til the end to hear all about the crazy adventure these guys are on. The great time Uncle Brian and Matt had at the Lost in the 50's Car Show and stories of when Uncle Brian was working with Ken.

Thanks again Ken from Bad Idea Customs for this opportunity!

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A huge thanks to Jason from Shunned Buggy Company for joining us on this episode! We got to dive into his journey of growing up around cars, the thrill of building cool rides, and, of course, buggy burnouts. Plus, he shares how his passion for cars is a family affair—his wife even drives a '54! You won’t want to miss this conversation.

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It’s just the two of us on this one, but trust us—you don’t want to skip it! We’re diving into the latest updates on the Model A build and the epic, once-in-a-lifetime trip that Matt is gearing up for. Expect plenty of stories, shenanigans, and surprises along the way.

And stick around until the very end of this episode… we’ve got a BIG announcement you won’t want to miss!

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Kelly and Travis joined us for this exciting conversation, sharing their unique journeys into the world of cars. One grew up surrounded by car culture, while the other introduced automotive passion to their family. We dive into the inspiring story of a stay-at-home mom encouraging the next generation to get into the shop and ask questions, alongside the perspective of a shop owner whose business is booming—with a waiting list to pr...

Tim Plouffe joined us on this episode to tell us all about The Hot Iron Dust Up happening this Father's Day weekend! Be sure to check out the Facebook, Instagram and their Website for more information!

Tim also got to tell us how his brother introduced him to the car scene and how he keeps his memory alive working in the shop and passing on the legacy to the next generation!

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A very special guest from Bulletproof Garage joined this episode! We got to talk about his dad passing on the love of cars, what the car scene in Indiana looks like compared to Florida. Also, what it's like to actually build a car and using what you got to get it done! From going to the MoParty Car Show every year to competing in burnout contests, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

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From growing up in the garage to setting records, Fred Ashmore shared some amazing stories on this episode! He talks about why he is no longer allowed to rent a vehicle anywhere in the world and not only keeping the memories of his adventures but keeping his very first truck! He tells us the crazy story of the Cannon Ball Run and then picking up his dad for the Bandit Run immediately after. You'll want to listen to the end to see w...