Explore every episode of the podcast Curb and Canyon: A Porsche Podcast
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| Rallies, Road Trips and Jay Read gets Rammed | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:49:27 | |
Two pods in two weeks?! You can't get rid of us. In this episode we're going somewhat unscripted because Andy's dog ate the show notes but don't let that put you off, this one's another cracker. We're talking about Andy's recent 'Mega-Loop' Rally and his upcoming 'Alpine Ridge Rally 10' while James is getting ready for his annual pilgrimage to the Smoky Mountains for some dragon slaying at Tail of the Dragon. Will he finally tune his 991 before he leaves?? We've also got some shocking news to report from Connecticut USA about Jay Read's beloved 928 and much more. Tune in, kick back and welcome to Curb and Canyon. | |||
| 992.2 First Thoughts, the Singer DLS Turbo, Le Mans and Andy's new Beige Volvo | 18 Jun 2024 | 01:05:44 | |
Andy and James share their reactions to the 992.2. Porsche just recently announced the second generation 992 and besides adding a T-Hybrid engine that comes with the GTS variant, they're throwing everything else away - no rear seats, no manual transmission, no more key-start ignition, no more analog instrument cluster gauges. The cheek! | |||
| The 718 Spyder RS, vicarious living through your Porsche purchases and the usual Porsche banter | 25 May 2023 | 01:04:50 | |
This week we're talking about the new 718 Spyder RS - perhaps Porsche's swan song for the Cayman / Boxster's combustion engine. We also have not one but two 'Videos of the Week' for you, both with epic cinematography telling compelling stories about the Porsches they feature. Plus we're back with all the usual insult throwing, chaos laden Porsche banter between Andy and James. Tune in, check it out and enjoy! Welcome to another episode of Curb and Canyon. | |||
| The 911 ST, 992.2, Hybrids, the next Porsche Hyper Car and more | 18 May 2023 | 01:03:24 | |
Andy and James are back, talking all things Porsche. In this episode we're talking about some of the latest news and rumors from the world of Porsche from the whispers of the new 911 ST, the forthcoming second generation of the 992 and the potential for Porsche going all-in on their vision for hybrid 911s and EVs. | |||
| Andy's Latest GT4 Video and Everyone's Going Surfing Safari, Porsche Style | 11 Apr 2023 | 01:04:50 | |
Back for more Porsche banter, the Curb and Canyon team is back!! Andy and James are talking all things Porsche as usual. In this pod we talk through Andy's recent 'Last Rasp' video which gives the GT4 lovers some epic content to drool over, James just bought a new Porsche (!) but unlike several other enthusiasts at the moment he is NOT going all 'Safari' mode on it... yet. Join us for this and much, much more. | |||
| 992.2 Updates: the Dawn of the Hybrid 911? A new 4.0 NA Engine?? Porsche banter and more. | 10 Feb 2023 | 01:02:40 | |
Welcome back to the Curb and Canyon podcast, now in its 3rd season! In this opening episode we talk about one of the most anticipated (for better or worse) generations of the Porsche 911 to be released in the last 50 years... the first ever HYBRID version of the 911 that is rumored to be coming with the latest 992.2. While news of a potential hybrid offering has some of the purists sweating anxiously, another rumor of a newly engineered 4.0 liter naturally aspirated flat 6 engine being introduced with the 992.2 has everyone's pulse racing. | |||
| Holiday Special - A final hurrah for 2022 with the new Porsche Dakar, Tasmania, Andy's 964 performance mods and more Porsche banter | 27 Dec 2022 | 01:12:43 | |
In this final episode for 2022, James and Andy are rounding out the year by talking about their thoughts on the new 911 Dakar and how Porsche is preparing for the kind of future you saw in the Mad Max movies... Andy just recently completed an epic tour of Tasmania in his GT4, we're talking about James' future plans for his 911 ownership and much, much more... think of this as your Curb and Canyon BUMPER Holiday Special. Put on your ugly holiday sweater, kick back with some mulled wine and mice pie and enjoy. Thanks guys!! | |||
| Ours and Your Favorite Drives, the new 911 T and special guest, Andy at 9 Werks Radio | 13 Nov 2022 | 01:17:52 | |
James and Andy are back for more Porsche banter and this week they have quite a lot to talk about! The new 911 Carrera T has been released at the tail end of the 992.1 generation, plus there are new rumors and speculation are swirling around Porsche and their potential entry to Formula. The main topic up for discussion in this episode however is about driving. James and Andy talk through their Top 5 moments behind the wheel as well getting a favorite moment from a very special guest, Andy Brookes from 9 Werks Radio (the lesser - ok better - Porsche podcast). | |||
| Fashion Designer and Porsche Enthusiast Rik, the man behind Rico Customs | 04 Nov 2022 | 00:45:04 | |
Joining the Curb and Canyon podcast is special guest Rik, the man behind 'Rico Customs' - a fashion designer and Porsche enthusiast based in the Netherlands. Rico has a passion for building Porsche 911 Outlaws and a fashion designer building Porsches for fun. Stay tuned for more Porsche news and banter with Andy and James dropping weekly, right here on Curb and Canyon. | |||
| 10k, Road Trips, Luft 8 and some good old fashioned Porsche banter | 27 Oct 2022 | 00:58:40 | |
Andy and James are back with some good old fashioned Anglo-Australian-'merican Porsche banter. In this episode we're talking about James' recent tour of the Smoky Mountains with his group of friends who all slayed the world famous Tail of the Dragon on US highway 129. We're talking about how to destroy hours of paint correction work like a pro, how to make a 911 Turbo sound just as good as a naturally aspirated 911, the recent incredible Luft 8 Porsche event and much much more. | |||
| The new GT3RS and CheckedItOut Chicago '22 | 01 Sep 2022 | 00:51:11 | |
In this episode of Curb and Canyon, James and Andy are talking about their impressions of the eagerly awaited 992 GT3RS that has just been released by Porsche and the future of that platform. This week has also been quite the week of car events with James attending CheckedItOut Chicago #Check22 where Bluey 996 was on show and Andy completing a winter rally with a squad of Porsche GT cars. | |||
| Luft is back in LA and what would you ask Porsche to build just for you? | 14 Aug 2022 | 00:57:12 | |
Andy and James are back for your weekly dose of Porsche banter. This week we talk about the recent announcement of Luftgekühlt 8 which is taking place on October 9th at the Port of Los Angeles CA. We're also talking about the little known select service offered by Porsche, rumored to offer any build, of any generation of Porsche, for what is presumably a mountain of cash. But still - if money were no object, what would you have Porsche build you? Lots more too including an epic Video of the Week. Tune in, kick back, enjoy! | |||
| Back for more! Curb and Canyon returns! Car culture, driving and two knuckleheads talking about Porsches... | 13 Mar 2024 | 01:03:21 | |
Andy and James are back! We've missed you, but after some hilariously over-the-top scheduling snafus, we're back and broadcasting from Minnesota to Melbourne for the start of our FOURTH season of this podcast for Porsche enthusiasts by Porsche enthusiasts. | |||
| Kris Clewell at Overcrest says "Take the Car" | 05 Aug 2022 | 00:58:04 | |
This week we have a very special guest - Kris Clewell from Overcrest Productions - known for his epic vintage air-cooled 911, his passion for wrenching on cars, his photography but maybe most of all, for his sense of adventure. Long time fans, James and Andy, get to speak with Kris about all of this and more. Enjoy! | |||
| Andy did a THING and James is totally uncool about it | 29 Jul 2022 | 00:24:40 | |
Welcome back to Curb and Canyon! This week Andy tells us why he was absent from last week's podcast, throws some insults Jay Read's way, drops a bomb about his exploits from the last few days and James is very, VERY uncool about the whole fiasco. Exciting news, great Porsche banter and as always, lots of fun. Tune in, kick back and enjoy! | |||
| Special guest Jay Read talks about his current project car - His rainforest green Boxster | 22 Jul 2022 | 00:45:10 | |
Andy is on a special mission this week which has taken him to Sydney. In his absence the Porsche influencer, YouTube rock star, ginger warrior - Jay Read - joins James as co-host for some banter and fun. In this episode we're talking about Jay's current project car, his metallic rainforest green first generation Boxster with its tan interior, soft top and 'runny eyes' headlights. We're also talking about the $15k repair bill James is facing for his 996 and the second annual 'Return to the Dragon' Porsche enthusiasts event in the Smoky Mountains this coming September. Tune in, kick back and enjoy! | |||
| Time to talk. The new Porsche 911 GT3 R has just been unveiled. | 15 Jul 2022 | 00:51:37 | |
Welcome back to another episode of Curb and Canyon! In this episode you'll not only get to listen to Andy and James talk about the latest adrenaline-bomb dropped by Porsche in the automotive media about the new GT3 R, you get to HEAR the new racing 911's glorious flat-six anthem. We're also talking Porsche in F1, video of the week and all the usual banter. Tune in, kick back and enjoy! | |||
| Back for more! Road tours, 996s, 997s, 964s and more - Curb and Canyon returns. | 07 Jul 2022 | 01:00:55 | |
James and Andy return for an action packed, guest filled second season of the popular 'Curb and Canyon' podcast series, a podcast for Porsche enthusiasts by Porsche enthusiasts. | |||
| Carrera Cup Racing at the F1 Grand Prix | 18 Apr 2022 | 00:46:01 | |
In this latest episode, Andy and James are talking about the latest rumors of Porsche potentially getting into the world of Formula 1 and Andy's recent visit to Carrera Cup racing. Naturally, there's some 996 and 964 banter too as well as the usual shenanigans. | |||
| Flat Sixes and Flat Whites with Sean at Renneleven | 10 Apr 2022 | 01:09:03 | |
We have a cracker of an episode for you this week where Andy and James are speaking with Sean Matthews of the Porsche community, 'Renneleven'. Started by Sean several years ago, R11 now has close to 50k followers on Instagram and is expanding into real-world events such as the upcoming Flat Six Show on July 9th 2022 at Goodwood, UK. | |||
| GT4RS or 992GT3? The verdict from two bozos who haven’t driven either of them. | 02 Apr 2022 | 00:42:07 | |
After a train wreck of an introduction we talk about the brand new GT4 RS and rumors of a secret new Porsche hypercar. Check it out!! | |||
| Snack food and Porsche culture with Drew Manley at Cooled Collective | 25 Mar 2022 | 01:08:08 | |
We're celebrating our TENTH episode of Curb and Canyon with a hero of ours, Drew Manley. The man and the creative force behind the legendary Porsche lifestyle brand know as 'Cooled Collective' (formerly '911 Cooled'). Andy and James have been following Drew's adventures in the Porsche world with the Cooled Collective over the last 5 years since its inception. | |||
| Forgotten Porsches and a tribute to the late, great Vic Elford | 19 Mar 2022 | 00:42:30 | |
We're back with another installment of the Curb and Canyon podcast. In this episode we're talking about the late, great Vic Elford who sadly passed away recently at the grand age of 86. A legend from the racing world, practically synonymous with the Porsche brand. We're also talking forgotten Porsches and the usual banter. Tune in, kick back and enjoy. By enthusiasts, for enthusiasts. | |||
| Porsche nostalgia, road trip adventures, the art of customization and just calm the f*** down! | 05 Oct 2023 | 01:09:24 | |
Welcome to another episode of Curb and Canyon! Come along with us as we reflect on a recent local car show that stirred up nostalgia-filled emotions with some epic examples of truly classic Porsches. | |||
| Back to basics with some good old Porsche banter - Rallies, road trips, road runners and an epic Video of the Week | 12 Mar 2022 | 00:34:36 | |
Andy and James are back with some more Porsche related banter. While Andy has been driving on the 7th Alpine Range Rally down under, James took a 4000 mile tour of the Rocky Mountains, Grand Canyon and the deserts of the American south west. The next Curb and Canyon Video of the Week, Project 996's engine has arrived and Andy shooting some Monday Night Lights... this is a cracker of an episode! | |||
| Living the dream with Alex Farragut - Porsche 944 Racing, her 987 Daily (and an assortment of other high speed vehicles) | 04 Mar 2022 | 00:48:40 | |
Strap in for a white knuckled introduction to one of Porsche culture's up and coming super-stars: Alex Farragut. She races Porsches, she wrenches on muscle cars, she flies planes and acrobatics, she skis, she surfs... she's an amazing human being with an incredible outlook on life. | |||
| Safari Porsche builds, modern Porsche culture and more with Will from Rennthusiast | 26 Feb 2022 | 00:44:43 | |
Another special guest joins Andy and James on the Curb and Canyon podcast in this episode to talk about, what else, all things Porsche. In Will's case - the creative force behind the online Porsche community 'Rennthusiast' - we're talking about his collection of P-cars as well as a special focus on his exciting Porsche project, a 924 Safari build. It's going to look crazy cool once it's finished. Tune in, kick back and enjoy! | |||
| The Singer 930 Turbo, Guntherwerks 993s and Porsches on fire | 18 Feb 2022 | 00:51:45 | |
We have an absolute cracker of an episode for you today. James and Andy talk about the mind blowing Singer take on the 930 Turbo which dropped like an atom bomb of excitement on the Porsche world recently. Setting Singer against its peers, we also talk about the equally pulse-racing take on the 993 by Guntherwerks. Additionally, James and Andy are talking about other items where Porsche keeps popping up in the news, this time dozens of new P-cars stranded in the middle of the ocean. Tune in, kick back and enjoy! | |||
| Robert Redford's 904 and Perth to Melbourne in a Porsche | 12 Feb 2022 | 00:52:45 | |
Another classic Porsche just went under the hammer this week, this time Robert Redford's 904. After Michael Bay's 'Bad Boys' 964 Turbo sold for over $1m recently, it's exciting to think about what this unique classic Porsche will attract. We also present our first 'Video of the Week' from the Porsche YouTube community and Andy politely entertains James' 'awesome' idea of a road trip across Australia. | |||
| Searching for Porsche perfection with Darin Fister at FD Motorsports | 05 Feb 2022 | 00:47:31 | |
Welcome back to Curb and Canyon – a podcast for Porsche enthusiasts BY Porsche enthusiasts. In this episode we are joined by a special guest, Mr. Darin Fister of FD Motorsports - the man and the name behind the iconic "Fister sports exhaust" and a lot of other extremely popular custom Porsche performance parts. We talk about Darin's rise through the business world and Porsche culture, his shop, his parts and some stand-out moments from the last few years. We’re not experts, we’re mates having a laugh about owning and driving these great cars, the roads we’ve driven, the upgrades we’ve made, the mods we’ve messed up and the great people we’ve met along the way. We want the world to know how awesome it is to own a car with the Porsche crest on the hood! New episodes dropping weekly with regular guests and panelists from across the Porsche world. | |||
| 'Bad Boys' 964 Turbo, Movie Porsches and Embarrassing Enthusiasts' Moments | 29 Jan 2022 | 00:51:29 | |
Welcome back to Curb & Canyon! Episode 1 got a ton of great feedback and we're excited to be back for round 2... enjoy! Join us as we discuss the sale of Andy’s dream car, the iconic Bad Boys 964 Turbo. We talk about movie Porsches and the new Porsche E50YPD Limited edition Targa. Catchy name that really rolls off the tongue, but is it really that special? | |||
| Welcome to Curb and Canyon. The Porsche Podcast for enthusiasts by enthusiasts | 22 Jan 2022 | 00:55:17 | |
Welcome to Curb and Canyon – a podcast for Porsche enthusiasts BY Porsche enthusiasts. A collaboration between Porsche tragics, Andy Gaunt of ‘Last Rasp’ and James McGrath of ‘Auto Amateur’, Curb and Canyon is all about the lifestyle choice that is Porsche ownership. We’re not experts, we’re mates having a laugh about owning and driving these great cars, the roads we’ve driven, the upgrades we’ve made, the mods we’ve messed up and the great people we’ve met along the way. We want the world to know how awesome it is to own a car with the Porsche crest on the hood! New episodes dropping weekly with regular guests and panelists from across the Porsche world. | |||
| Special Preview: Curb & Canyon. A Porsche Podcast. | 21 Jan 2022 | 00:01:38 | |
Coming in January 2022 is the new podcast from James McGrath of 'Auto Amateur' and Andy Gaunt of 'Last Rasp' - two Porsche enthusiasts on opposite sides of the world sharing a passion for all things Porsche and enjoying some banter with other like minded enthusiasts and influencers from around the Porsche world. Air-cooled, water-cooled, on the track and off - nothing is off the table. First episode drops on Jan 22nd 2022 - join us! | |||
| Revving Engines with Luke: A Journey from Passionate Car Enthusiast to YouTube Phenomenon | 26 Aug 2023 | 01:09:13 | |
Get ready to rev up your engines as we bring you an exclusive conversation with Luke, the man behind YouTube’s ‘Cars With Luke’ with his jaw-dropping cinematic car videos, set against the mesmerizing backdrop of the Swiss Alps. Join us as Luke dives into his passion for cars, the profound influence of the TV show Top Gear on him and his latest adventures in auto trading. | |||
| Exploring the Legacy of Porsche: From the iconic 911 ST to its modern day 992 reimagining | 17 Aug 2023 | 01:16:02 | |
Ever wondered about the secret sauce behind the enduring success of the Porsche brand? Prepare to have your curiosity satisfied as we talk through the history of the iconic Porsche 911 ST, to the engineering marvel that is the Porsche 992. | |||
| Driving Passion: A Journey into the World of Porsche with Mo' and Kerstin from Flat 6 High 5 | 15 Jul 2023 | 01:05:58 | |
Do you ever wonder what it truly means to be embedded in the world of automobiles? Meet Moritz and Kerstin from Flat 6 High 5, as they intertwine their love for Porsche vehicles into their relationship, creating a unique dynamic, shared experiences and a story that every car enthusiast would appreciate. We navigate through their vibrant journey, from Mo's inherited passion for mechanics to Kerstin's inculcated love for the thrill of Formula One races and Ducati motorcycles. We delve into the distinctive design of the Porsche 911 that exudes style and grace, and how Mo has infused his personal touch to make this iconic vehicle his own. | |||
| Under the Hood with Henry Catchpole: Exploring Porsche's Legacy | 04 Jul 2023 | 01:01:57 | |
Get ready to rev your engines and shift into high gear as we embark on a thrilling journey exploring the realm of motoring journalism with the one-and-only Henry Catchpole. Renowned for his articulate and engaging content, Henry takes us down memory lane, sharing his two-decade-long passion for automobiles, his admiration for Evo magazine and his love for extracurricular activities like running and cycling. | |||
| Revving Up with Porsche: Celebrating Innovations, Anniversaries, and Road Trips | 19 Jun 2023 | 00:54:01 | |
Hold onto your steering wheels as we're diving into the captivating world of Porsche's Mission X concept car. Will it live up to the brand's hypercar legacy? As we celebrate Porsche's 75th anniversary, we also take a closer look at their latest models and ponder whether we're experiencing the golden years of the brand. Plus, find out how the Porsche Center Melbourne marked the milestone anniversary in style. | |||
| The Porsche Connection: Emblem Makeover, Reunited with Past Loves, Porsche Super-Villains and a Heartwarming Update | 08 Jun 2023 | 01:07:53 | |
James and Andy are back again for more Porsche banter! Have you ever found yourself reminiscing about the cars you used to own and wondering if you should buy them back? This week, our Porsche passion is reignited as we discuss the new Porsche Crest design, share stories about our favorite past cars, and even touch on the tale of a kangaroo colliding with a Porsche. We also congratulate a few friends on their new cars and explore the possibility of a carbon fiber hood for 'Bluey.' | |||
| Celebrating 40 Episodes: Porsche Adventures, Performance Upgrades, and a Fond Farewell to Total 911 Magazine | 13 Oct 2024 | 01:09:41 | |
Welcome to the 40th episode of Curb and Canyon! Thank you for sticking with us, we promise another ripper in this anniversary - and certainly not last - episode. We're talking about James' recent adventures tuning his base 991.2 and the list of upcoming performance mods his has in store for his Auto Amateur viewers over the next few months. We say goodbye Total 911 magazine, paying tribute to its former editor-at-large Lee Sibley and the excitement we have for his 9 Werks endeavors. Andy's 964, Video of the Week and lots more!! Tune it, kick back, welcome to Curb and Canyon. | |||
| From Skateboarding to Supercars: Tommy L's Journey with DIY Porsche Modifications | 08 Nov 2024 | 01:14:31 | |
Tommy from 'Tommy L Garage' joins us for a chat about his journey from a young extreme sports and skateboarding vlogger to a respected figure in the ever expanding Porsche YouTube community. | |||
| 991.2 Exhaust Mods, Alpine Range Rally 10 and more Porsche Banter | 02 Mar 2025 | 00:54:23 | |
Back for more! James talks about his recent adventures with 991.2 exhaust mods with Soul Performance components going on and off and back on again in various combinations. Andy talks about his 10th Alpine Range Rally. We’ve got an absolute cracker for Video of the Week and much, much more! Welcome to Curb and Canyon. | |||
| Pickleball, Porsches, and People Who Actually Drive Their 911 STs | 22 Mar 2025 | 01:02:46 | |
The perfect sports car should look incredible, handle with precision, and sound like it means business—but do modern Porsches deliver on that final criterion? In this episode, Andy questions why a Cayenne GTS sounds more aggressive and exciting than the flagship 911, sparking a debate about whether sound is even essential to the sports car experience. | |||
| Porsche 'Special Edition Fatigue' is real but mountain drives heal all | 28 Apr 2025 | 00:55:48 | |
Andy and James dive into a candid discussion about Porsche's new limited-edition models, the ‘Spirit 70’ edition specifically, DIY maintenance challenges, and the joy of mountain road driving. | |||