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Jesus Salazar, the mastermind behind J-LIGN. Operating right out of his own garage, Jesus has become the go-to guy for drift alignments in the Chicago scene. We sit down to talk about his roots, including the story of how doing alignments as a side gig at his old job evolved into J-LIGN.

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Continuing The Final Bout Chicago Series, we sit down with Nathan Kubat, one of the newest members of Team Proceed. We dive into Nate's background, his journey to joining the team, and get into some wild stories, including putting out a family's trailer fire.

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The crew is back from Final Bout 9 with the Daring Ones to recap the entire trip. A last-minute push to get everything ready, trailer problems, a highway accident, van issues, very little sleep, and somehow still making it to Final Bout. We go through everything that went wrong, the event itself, and why this might have been one of our most memorable trips yet.

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We sit down with Josh and Tom of Front Street, your official Final Bout 9 Champions! We dive into their incredible journey to the top of grassroots drifting competition, behind-the-scenes stories, and what it took to bring home the win.

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For our second episode of our Chicago Final Bout Series, we have Melvin del Rosario. Melvin/Mel is an OG in the Chicago drifting community. We go over his backstory, how he met the guys in Proceed, and the current state of his 180SX.

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For our first episode of our Chicago Final Bout Series, we have Simba Nyemba. Simba is a prominent Chicago-based grassroots drift driver and a core member of the influential midwestern drift team Proceed. As a co-owner of Final Bout and a key figure of Club FR, Simba has spent years shaping the style and culture of aggressive, Japanese-inspired drifting in America. Tune in as we discuss his drifting journey, the evolution of the community, and his iconic Nissan S13.

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Lou of BloodMasters joins us to talk about the early days of drifting, the origins and attitude behind BloodMasters, Club Loose, and how the scene has evolved over the years.

We get into the wild west era of drifting, missile cars, iconic drift videos, Drift Appalachia, and what made those early days feel so raw. Lou also talks about the risks that come with pushing a car to the limit, the current state of competitive drifting, and whether the sport has reached a point where less horsepower might actually make things more exciting.

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Tyler Holsman joins us in the shop to talk about his longtime S13, growing up in the Club Loose scene, and years of drifting with friends. We get into Final Bout, building and changing the car over time, working in the automotive world before getting into trucking, and finding a better balance between work, cars, and actually enjoying both.

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John Fortunato joins us for a wildly unfiltered episode that somehow manages to cover everything from grassroots drifting and project cars to YouTube, gaming, and life. We talk about what keeps drifting fun, building cars your own way instead of following the crowd, and why figuring things out yourself is still part of the experience. Along the way, the conversation takes a few unexpected turns—including some personal stories and reflections that made this one a little deeper than we planned. As always, plenty of laughs, random tangents, and honest conversation throughout.

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Jack from Hit and Run Drift Club joins us after an unforgettable trip across the U.S. We talk about the differences between Australian and American drift culture, the history of Hit and Run, travel stories, and why the best drift cars are the ones with a little damage and a lot of personality. One of our favorite conversations yet.

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Paolo Lim is what we would consider a first generation U.S. drifter, and in this episode he shares everything he's learned from over two decades in the scene. We dive into the evolution of drifting, building timeless street cars, the story behind his immaculate 180SX, and why mastering a low-horsepower car is still the best way to become a great driver. Whether you're new to drifting or have been around since the beginning, this episode is packed with stories, history, and hard-earned lessons.

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Fresh off a day at the track, Anthony Rizzo joins the podcast to talk drifting, competition goals, car setups, and the realities of balancing the sport with life as a tow truck driver. The conversation dives into suspension tuning, Formula Drift, grassroots events, and the lessons learned from chasing speed both on and off the track.

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Zach Esteve of ES Fabrications returns to the podcast for another great conversation. The crew catches up on fabrication, cars, business growth, future plans, and the challenges of building a successful operation from the ground up. As always, the discussion goes in all kinds of unexpected directions before circling back to the passion that drives it all.

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In this Patreon-exclusive bonus episode, Karl, Frankie and Jesus respond to the comments from our viral reel on Instagram.

Jesus Santos, a drifter, family man, and integral part of the Faction team. The conversation dives into his background, how he got started in cars and drifting, memorable life experiences, and the path that led him to where he is today. A laid-back episode filled with car culture, personal stories, and plenty of laughs.

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This week, the guys catch up on their eventful weekends—including Frankie’s latest session drifting the 350Z. Also, Frankie and Karl lay out their short-term goals for the season and the work required to hit them. Grab a drink, kick back, and join the conversation.

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For the final episode of the Texas Series, we sit down with Mike and Zach of Fat Cats at EMG, European Motor Gruppe, in the heart of Houston. What started as pixel cars and forum days in the mid-2000s turned into one of the most recognizable grassroots drift crews in the country. We talk about the early Fat Cats era, the shift to bright team colors, Final Bout memories, surviving Hurricane Harvey on the way to an event, and what it really takes to run a German specialty shop while staying fully invested in drifting. This one feels more like a live hangout than an interview—stories bouncing back and forth, plenty of laughs, and a real look at how long-term friendships keep a scene alive.

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We have a conversation about forgotten cars, weird automotive history, and the machines that somehow still live rent-free in enthusiast culture. From Saab turbos and Nissan Laurels to minivans, Supras, and drift cars, the episode bounces between stories, strong opinions, and the random tangents that come with talking cars for too long.

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Javi and Karl recap their weekend at Trip to the Pond in Alabama at Mid Pond. The episode gets into the atmosphere of the event, how the cars held up, close calls on track, late-night grilling sessions, meeting internet friends in real life, and why this year felt different from every Pond before it. They also answer listener questions about driving, media, car setup, painting helmets, drifting culture, and what makes an event actually memorable.

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Collin Bernard joins us for Episode 4 of the Texas Series, recorded inside The Shop Houston. At just 24 years old, Collin has already lived multiple chapters in drifting—starting in Louisiana, competing in Pro-Am at 16 in a built BMW, and eventually walking away from a potential Formula Drift path to build something on his own terms. We get into his early sim days, Lone Star Drift, Gas Monkey sponsorship moments, and how Knuckle Up Texas helped him rediscover why he started drifting in the first place. From go-karts to R35 GT-Rs to one of the cleanest S13 Silvias in the country, this episode is about growth, self-awareness, and choosing your own lane.

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Episode 200 marks a milestone and brings things back around to conspiracy theories, 100 episodes after the last time the topic came up. The room is full, the conversation is loose, and the table runs through a mix of ideas with everyone throwing in their take as it goes. Some get shut down quickly, others turn into longer debates, and a few just stay open. It’s unfiltered and goes wherever it leads.

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Frankie recaps his cross-country motorcycle trip, from finally securing a long-sought bike to riding it thousands of miles home. The episode covers the realities of the trip, including weather, route decisions, unexpected problems, and standout moments, along with honest reflections on what made the experience challenging and worth doing.

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Jimmy Yates joins us for Episode 3 of the Texas Series, recorded at his garage in Houston. We get into the full origin story—from getting arrested street racing in high school, to discovering drifting, to becoming one of the driving forces behind Houston’s stylized drift culture. Jimmy breaks down the early Final Bout days, the Essence Garage era, and how Knuckle Up was built to protect and elevate a certain standard of style in drifting. We also dive deep into car setups, aero philosophy, SR turbo debates, and why money can’t buy taste. This one is about culture, intention, and building something that lasts.

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Palmer Sanderson is a member of Drift Team Animal Style and the host of the Goodest Cast Podcast, known for combining technical insight with a strong connection to drifting culture. He’s grown with the team over the years, contributing to its style, driving approach, and progression.

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Logan is 12 years old and already building a drift car, learning fabrication, and getting hands-on with everything that comes with it. Alongside his dad Anthony, they talk about where that passion started and how quickly it’s grown.

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Ricardo Ruiz joins us to talk about his path through car culture, from early Corolla builds to his current S-chassis and everything in between. We get into drifting, the reality of building cars, and the kind of bad luck and lessons that come with it. Along the way, we touch on community, time spent at the track, and how those experiences shape the way you approach cars and the people around them.

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Kevin Martinez of Team Essence/Essence Garage joins us for another one of the Texas Series episodes, recorded in Houston on a freezing cold morning. We dive into his 10-year journey with his 240SX, the ups and downs of blowing three SRs, rebuilding after setbacks, and how Team Essence shaped his approach to drifting. Kevin talks about balancing school, work, and car life, the evolution of his style, and why sticking with one chassis can mean more than constantly switching builds.

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Tom Nazzaro from Front Street Drift Club joins us in the shop for this episode. We get into everything from rebuilding drift cars on impossible timelines to traveling for drifting and how quickly those trips start to blur together when you're constantly on the move.

Tom shares stories from Drift Appalachia, building cars with friends, the early days of Front Street, and what it’s like balancing competition drifting with everything else that comes with the scene. Along the way the conversation drifts into road trip stories, close calls, and the reality of chasing drifting all over the place.

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This week’s episode is a laid-back Q&A that somehow turned into a debate about criticism, car standards, and why people get so pressed online. We recap the Knuckle Up voting situation and the backlash from last week, talk about what it actually means to build a car for a specific event, and whether calling something out for what it is should really be that controversial.

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Josh Deliz from Front Street Drift Club came through and we got into everything — the junkyard Nismo wing story, building giveaway cars the right way, and why some people just flat out don’t get it. We talk about his new Evolve TCM project, what actually goes into a five-month build, and why he’s not just throwing parts at cars to flip them. There’s some roasting, some drifting culture talk, and a lot of honesty about execution versus hype. If you care about the details, this one’s for you.

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Logan Davenport joins us during our Texas trip for a deep conversation that goes way beyond cars. We talk about his meticulously built 180SX, how that car pushed him into a career in paint and body, and why doing things the hard way often leads to the best results. Logan opens up about the Texas drifting community, balancing family life with passion projects, and the mindset shift that comes from slowing down and building with intention. It’s an honest look at craftsmanship, growth, and sticking with something long enough to let it shape who you are.

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We’re back from Texas and recapping a trip that was carefully planned but still full of moments we didn’t see coming. From travel hiccups and rental car chaos to walking into some seriously impressive garages, this run was packed with real conversations, thoughtful builds, and people who went out of their way to make the time. We talk about the long drives just to sit down and record, the car stories that stuck with us, the unexpected conversations that happened along the way, and why trips like this remind us how strong the car community really is when everything comes together.

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Daikoku NYC joins us in the shop to talk about building real car culture in New York, from grassroots meets to becoming a nonprofit organization. We get into how car meets have changed over the years, why community matters more than cars, and what it takes to keep events alive in a city that doesn’t make it easy. The conversation drifts through old-school meet vibes, drifting, Honda vs Nissan debates, and what the future of the NYC car scene could look like.

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Ron from Daring Ones stops by for a long, laid-back conversation that starts exactly where you’d expect and ends up everywhere else. We get into drifting, Raceway Park, and what it actually takes to keep a car reliable for a full season, but not before bouncing through scary movies, Fast & Furious nostalgia, ghost stories, and plenty of off-topic shop banter. Ron breaks down his mindset on keeping things simple, focusing on seat time over constant upgrades, and why having a spare motor in the wings just makes sense. It’s one of those episodes that feels like hanging out in the shop late at night, where serious drift talk slowly blends into random stories and movie debates.

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In this episode, we sit down with Alan Kyle — local drifter, VQ abuser, serial car owner, and full-time truck driver — for one of our most unhinged conversations yet.

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We kick off 2026 with a laid-back Q&A covering what’s ahead for the podcast, upcoming travel plans, drifting goals, shop life, and plenty of off-the-cuff conversations. From planning podcast trips and talking cars to health habits, motorcycles, and random listener questions, this episode sets the tone for the year ahead.

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Michael Russo of 9NINE2 and Reese Marin sit down with us to talk about drifting across Europe and Japan, documenting the trips, and how years of persistence in media and motorsports turned into real opportunities. The conversation moves through travel, drifting culture overseas, creative work, and the long road that comes with building a life around it.

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The Christmas episode features the crew hanging out with Anthony Rizzo and catching up on cars, drifting, shop life, and what everyone has been dealing with heading into the holidays. The conversation moves through current projects, work schedules, money, the realities of running businesses, and how people are navigating a busy and expensive time of year. Along the way, they touch on car builds, driving, industry changes, and day-to-day situations that come up both in and outside the shop.

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A loose, off-the-rails Q&A filled with shop banter, random hypotheticals, and way too many side conversations, ranging from rust repair philosophy and worst jobs imaginable to drift cars, tires, exhaust opinions, and whatever else naturally comes up while hanging out.

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We’re joined by John Gondevas of Soap Box Auto Spa and Gear Box Auto Sales to talk about building automotive businesses from the ground up. Alongside Demetri from Prime Motoring, the conversation dives into detailing, buying and selling cars, auction platforms, and the real highs and lows of shop ownership—packed with honest insights, car culture stories, and shop banter.

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Episode 180 is dedicated to one of the most iconic drift platforms ever made: the Nissan 180SX. We sit down with Pat Lynch of Archive 180SX, Cole Mannon, and longtime friend of the shop Johnny Monaco to talk about their obsession with the chassis, how they each discovered 180s, and the styles, stories, and builds that shaped their love for the car. From rare aero finds to deep dives on body kits, fitment, and the culture around the 180SX community, this episode is all about why the 180SX remains the drift car.

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In this Thanksgiving Q&A episode, Frankie, Malcolm, and Karl kick back, order some drinks, and dive into a night of random stories, shop talk, and unfiltered conversation. What was supposed to be a quick session turned into a long, hilarious hangout—covering everything from first drinks to snowmobiling chaos, Stranger Things debates, and the reveal of a brand-new podcast sponsor. A laid-back, off-the-rails episode perfect for listening while you recover from your holiday food coma.

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In this episode, we sit down with Demetri — owner of Prime Motoring, one of the East Coast’s most well-known Subaru performance and tuning shops — along with JD, one of Prime Motoring’s longtime technicians, for a chaotic, hilarious, and brutally honest conversation about what really goes on behind the scenes. From Subaru builds, dyno-day madness, and wild customer interactions to employee dynamics, shop culture, and all the daily chaos that comes with running a busy performance shop, this episode delivers nonstop laughs and unfiltered insight into the automotive world.

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The crew dives back into their fan-favorite “Drifting on a Budget” role-playing game, where each person picks a car off Facebook Marketplace and tries to survive a full season of drifting on a fixed $17,500 budget. With Johnny and Eddie joining in, the team debates car choices, negotiates imaginary deals, and plans repairs and upgrades while preparing for events like Opening Moves, East Coast Bash, and Drifters of December. It’s chaotic, funny, and full of drifting-nerd strategy as they try not to blow their entire budget before the season even starts. Be sure to leave us a review if you are enjoying this podcast! Thank you!

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The crew sits down with Dan Savage and Ryan Downey of Drift Nirvana, who made the long drive from Virginia to hang out and talk all things East Coast drifting. The conversation dives deep into the history of Drifters of December—one of the most legendary grassroots drift events on the East Coast—along with the early days of Summit Point Motorsports Park, 20 years of drifting evolution, and what makes the community so special.

From old-school parking lot events and wild Summit Point stories to safety, rules, and the future of tracks like Englishtown Raceway Park, this episode is packed with nostalgia, behind-the-scenes insight, and a ton of laughs. Whether you’re a veteran of the scene or just getting into drifting, this one’s a must-listen.

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The crew sits down with John Fortunato of the Daring Ones Drift Team for a laid-back night of stories, laughs, and car talk. John’s been on the show before with his teammates, but this time it’s just him — giving listeners a more personal look into his world of drifting, garage life, and daily grind. From his experiences on the track to his love of motorcycles and the ups and downs of keeping a drift car alive, John dives deep into what makes the scene tick. Between haunted house plans, bike rescues, and the never-ending search for better food and better car parts, this one’s just pure After-Hours — real people, real laughs, and a reminder why we do it in the first place.

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