Modded

Modded

Modded is a podcast about today’s car modifying community, including the people, the brands, the culture, the controversy and all things in between. We talk about the trends, the issues we face and the passion involved in building our dream cars. While many believe it’s crazy to be obsessed with modifying a car, we’re ultimately a community that takes pride in our builds. Join us and listen to some awesome guests that create unique builds and get to know the insides of the modifying community

Episodes

Episode 25: Eric Lam aka @greenjellybean97

October 18, 2023 • 39 mins
Eric Lam owns a 1997 Toyota Supra that he has painstakingly built over several years. We discuss his automotive history, his passion for attention to detail, his current projects, and where the build goes next.
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Episode 24: Jonathan Liu aka @jliu.jliu

April 15, 2022 • 89 mins
Jonathan is best known for his 2008 Honda S2000 and his track prepped 2018 Forester XT. We talk about his start with tuning, parts development, his time at Galpin Auto Sports (from the famous Pimp My Ride), and much more.
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Episode 23: Carlin Chiu and Will Chan aka @ipautodesign and @willchan

June 8, 2021 • 56 mins
Carlin Chiu and Will Chan discuss their automotive history, working under the SEMA crunch, as well as the changes in the automotive community that they have seen in their many years of modifying cars.
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Episode 22: Thomson Ho aka @thomsonsss

February 9, 2020 • 36 mins
Thomson Ho is most known for his "stanced" Scion FRS. We discuss the development of that build, his philosophy on fitment, and the reasoning behind his selection of vehicles.
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Episode 21: Chris Montano aka @lucky_nsx

December 4, 2019 • 42 mins
Chris drives a 2002 Acrua NSX that has been a project years in the making. We talk about his sudden rise into the spotlight of SEMA and the hard work and history that led him to that stage.
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Episode 20: Super Street SCS/FF Battle Recap

July 30, 2019 • 38 mins
This episode we cover the Super Street Show Car Shootout/FF Battle that took place at the Street of Willow racetrack. Some of the cars on the track are former podcast guests, as well as some new faces. We cover their experience at the track and how it will affect the direction of their build.
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Episode 19: Wyatt Funk aka @fyattwunk

June 21, 2019 • 31 mins
Wyatt owns an STI swapped Subaru GF wagon. We focus on his obsession with getting JDM parts and on some current issues relating to both real and replica components.
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Episode 18: John Liwanag aka @vipstylecars

April 24, 2019 • 77 mins
John drives a Lexus GS with a Junction Produce body kit. We talk about his start in San Diego, the beginnings of the team Endless Projects, and the current status of the car modifying community.
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Episode 17: Justin Chapman aka @justinhasnipples

April 16, 2019 • 24 mins
Justin drives one of the most unique Subaru Crosstrek's in the car modifying community today. He speaks about the changes in his life with the car, his relationships, and his business of ATYPICAL Designs.
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Episode 16: Lino Martinez aka @turboiifc

April 7, 2019 • 69 mins
Lino drives an FD3S Mazda RX-7 fitted with an RE Amemiya widebody kit. We talk about his almost 20 year history with modifying cars, Japanese tuning culture, and the automotive scene in his hometown of Austin, TX.
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Episode 15: Chris Porter aka @chrispywrx

March 22, 2019 • 43 mins
Chris has owned several cars over time, but is most notably known for his yellow "bugeye" WRX. We talk about his build's long history, the road bumps along the way, and what keeps him moving forward.
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Episode 14: Barbara Jane aka @because_babz

October 1, 2018 • 31 mins
Barbara drives an iconic 2001 Subaru GC. It is a full v7 STI conversion with fender flares and some rare JDM parts. We talk about the start of her automotive passion and her transition into the import scene from her traditional American muscle roots.
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Episode 13: Houston Imports Throwback

September 25, 2018 • 25 mins
On this special episode, we talk outside of the Rice Box to some Houston locals regarding the days of the forum houstonimports.com.
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Episode 12: John Peterson aka @maydayjohnp

September 5, 2018 • 35 mins
John is the owner and founder of the Rice Box in Houston, a space where local ricers get together. Arguably one of the most recognized figures in the local car community, we record on location at his restaurant and talk about Mayday Garage, what it means to be a ricer, and what binds us together as enthusiasts.
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Episode 11: Patrick Baltazar aka @evomyaz

August 31, 2018 • 39 mins
Patrick drives a 2016 Subaru STI with countless JDM and custom parts. Being fairly new to modifying , we talk about start in the car community, his build process, and his thoughts on the experience thus far.
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Episode 10: Ferny De La Rosa aka @that_black_evo

August 21, 2018 • 34 mins
Ferny drives one of the most recognizable Evos anywhere, a wrapped 2006 Voltex widebody Evo 9. We talk about his move to the United States, his long history with Evasive Motorports, and his team, Daily Driven Revolution.
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Episode 9: Nancy Garcilazo aka @nancyboost

August 7, 2018 • 57 mins
Nancy drives a 2016 Subaru STI with Varis bumpers and other JDM components. We talk about her start in car modifying along with her experiences being a girl and a mom in today's car scene.
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Modded Episode 8: JT Teng aka @jt_shadetree_eh2

July 25, 2018 • 29 mins
JT drives a 1994 Honda Civic DX and is a part of team 5 Star. He explains to us that his award-winning hatchback is no trailer queen, but is also a regular at the local tracks. We also talk about his racing roots on Houston's streets and where his passion fits in with his family life.
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Episode 7: StanceNation Texas 2018 with David Li aka @kanmuridavid

July 10, 2018 • 64 mins
A special episode of Modded dedicated to StanceNation Texas! We discuss winners, show preparation, and show controversies.
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Episode 6: Nigel Archibald aka @rhd_puff

July 2, 2018 • 51 mins
Nigel drives a turbocharged 2001 Toyota Aristo. We explore the history of this rare import and his roots on the island of Dominica. He weighs in on the differences between the New York and Houston car cultures and the many lessons learned from his builds.
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