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S3E9: We break our cars, slightly fix them, and curse engineering01 Mar 202300:40:12

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss a weekend of trials & tribulation working on the fleet, including rounding bolts, parts compatibility issues and wiring damage!

S3E8: TBR Skill Issue22 Feb 202300:46:33

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss their recent trip to Car & Classic's Autosocial meet at Hilton & Moss, learning and acquiring new skills through their project cars and becoming better content creators.

Topics:
- Car & Classic Autosocial
- Learning to weld and paint
- Buying new equipment

S2E42: MR2 Flames, Lifted MX5s & Shiny 94414 Dec 202200:44:04

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss Jared's recent ban from Twitter, the MR2 shoots a wee flame, the review of December's Coffees & Cars and detail updates on the 944.

Topics: 
- Twitter Bans
- MR2 Running
- Coffees & Cars
- 944 Updates

S2E41: Parking Mishaps, Euro Car Fears & A Bonus Episode!30 Nov 202200:45:05

In this week's episode Liam & Jared discuss Jared's recent lack of fortune and inability to drive, Jared's fear of owning another European car and an upcoming bonus podcast episode this week.

Topics:
- Parking Mishaps
- Euro Cars Vs Japanese Cars
- Modifying Cars
- Bonus Podcast Episode

S2E40: Overvalued and Overhyped Cars23 Nov 202200:48:03

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss cars they think are overhyped and overvalued in today's market for what they really are, and discuss what can make these prices increase.

Topics:
- Overvalued Cars
- MR2 Still Broken
- What makes a car increase in value?

S2E39: TBR HQ is alive!16 Nov 202200:51:01

In this week's episode Liam & Jared discuss the first-ever filming session at the new TBR HQ, the 944 community's war against modifications, future road trips and the Legacy's first issues.

Topics:
- New filming HQ launch
- Modifying 944s is evil
- Legacy throws a belt

S2E38: Return To YouTube09 Nov 202200:49:02

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the successful relaunch and reception of the new 944 on the channel, Liam concepts some 944 modifications and Jared gives an update on Project MR2 progress.

Topics: 
- Channel Relaunch
- Project MR2 Update
- Project 944 Modifications

S2E37: It's Alive! Channel Relaunch & Turbo is Coming!02 Nov 202200:44:56

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared are excited to announce that it is launch week, the MR2 is alive-ish and discuss the workshop and more!

Topics:
- YouTube Relaunch on the 4th of November
- Upcoming Content
- The MR2 Starts

S2E36: Bristolian Bumpers & Brand Relaunch18 Oct 202200:31:49

In this week's episode Liam & Jared discuss the recent antics around the MR2 Turbo project,  the upcoming rebrand and relaunch of the channel and plans for the "Farewell" 944.

Topics:
- MR2 Turbo fuel pump
- Channel Rebrand
- Learning to fix bodywork

S2E35: We're back! New garage, MR2 Return & Double 94412 Oct 202200:48:30

In this week's episode Liam & Jared return from a podcast break and breakdown all of the latest news with The Back Roads from that period including Liam's house move, Jared's MR2 progress and more.

Topics:
- New garage
- MR2 Turbo conversion update
- Liam gets a speeding ticket

S2E34: TBR Does Top Trumps14 Sep 202200:40:28

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the monthly Coffees &  Cars, play Top Trumps with the 944 & Jared's fictional MR2 Turbo and discuss Liam's upcoming housemove!

Topics:
- Takona Coffees & Cars 
- MR2 Turbo VS 944 S2
- Liam's Moving!

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the house move, we will be absent for a couple of weeks whilst things are setup!

S2E33: Jared Goes To Ireland07 Sep 202200:51:12

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss Jared's trip to Ireland for the Mondello Park LZ Festival, what it's like to learn about professional drifting and the desire to get sliding.

Topics:
- LZ Festival at Mondello Park
- Buying a drift car
- The complexities of professional drifting

S3E7: The Cube Roads15 Feb 202300:47:03

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the recent trip to Sawbridgeworth, modifying expensive & rare supercars and Jared's affinity for the Nissan Cube gets out of hand.

Topics:
- Sawbridgeworth Takona Coffees & Cars
- Modified Ferrari F40s & Carrera GTs
- Jared's Nissan Cube Modification Plan

S2E32: Drifting & Driving Trips31 Aug 202200:42:25

In this week's episode Liam & Jared discuss recent developments including the near-readiness of the MR2 "Turbo", the new 944s first mark, Jared visiting Ireland and more.

Topics:
- Project MR2 Update
- Jared's going to Ireland for LZ Fest
- PDriving Confidence

S2E31: TEN. THOUSAND. SUBSCRIBERS.24 Aug 202200:40:24

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared celebrate achieving 10,000 subscribers on the The Back Roads YouTube channel, discuss Transformers, future vehicle plans and this year's RADWood UK at Bicester Heritage.

Topics:
- 10,000 Subscribers
- RADWood UK at Bicester Heritage
- Transformers 
- Future plans and projects

S2E30: It's Raining Porsches!10 Aug 202200:41:12

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss their recent adventures up north in the hunt for a Porsche 944 S2, and Jared tempers expectations with the MR2 Turbo.

Topics:
- Buying another Porsche 944 S2
- What's happening with the current 944 S2?
- How is the Project MR2?

S2E29: The END of Project 944?03 Aug 202200:55:23

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the potential plans of the "Farewell" 944 S2 that Liam has been an restoring for a number of years, the upcoming silly season of Formula 1 and the exciting future of Endurance racing with the Hypercar/LMDh Era.

Topics:
- Project 944 - time for a reset?
- Oscar Piastri signed for Alpine, but not
- 2024 WEC/IMSA Excitement

S2E28: The Turbo is ALIVE!27 Jul 202200:31:37

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the exciting and frustrating developments with the Project cars on the channel, attitude changes towards our content and upcoming developments.

Topics:
- Project MR2 Turbo first start-up
- 944 gets *some* new wheels
- Upcoming Content

S2E27: Mitsuoka Madness 20 Jul 202200:43:41

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the UK's heatwave, Jared trying to crowdfund a Mitsuoka Orochi from PistonHeads, Project MR2 & 944 developments and the future TBR HQ.

Topics:
- UK Heatwave
- MitsuokaOrochi on Piston Heads
- MR2 Startup is looming
- Project 944 Induction Engineering

S2E26: Jared squeezes into a midget & Liam has a breakdown13 Jul 202200:51:05

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss their antics at the latest Takona Coffees & Cars at Squisita in Sawbridgeworth, Liam's bought some wheels, Jared still hasn't fixed his car and more!

Topics:
- Takona Coffees & Cars in Sawbridgeworth
- Project 944 Wheels
- Project MR2 is still not done
- Car Audio and Infotainment

S2E25: Audis Are Evil06 Jul 202200:35:16

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss working on yet another Audi in the form of Mike from Squisita/Coffees & Cars's MK1 1.8t TT and the evils of German engineering, the MR2 Turbo and a future home for TBR is on the horizon. 

S2E24: Field of Broken (Car) Dreams28 Jun 202200:41:09

In this week's episode Liam & Jared discuss Jared's recent outing to Santa Pod for Fast Show Reloaded with some of the TBR Community, the prices of Evos & Subarus, and discuss an exciting cheap car racing series. 

S2 E23: Bargain BMWs, Stealing E30s & Hypercar Hype21 Jun 202200:49:21

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the many cheap BMWs they've tried to buy over the last few weeks, one of which was hilariously stolen shortly after, and their hype for the upcoming LMDh/Hypercar regulations for WEC & IMSA among other Motorsport chat.

Topics:
- Trying to buy Bargain BMWs
- Upcoming content changes
- Hype around Hypercars

S3E6: Induction to Induction08 Feb 202300:32:17

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss Liam's new modifications to the 944 with it's air intake system, and Jared has been learning how smoke machines work to try and fix the MR2.

Topics:
- Custom Air Intakes
- Smoke Machines
- Coffees & Cars

S2E22: The MR2... is Turbo?15 Jun 202200:41:52

In this week's episode Liam & Jared discuss and celebrate the 1 Year Anniversary of the Takona Coffees & Cars meet in Sawbridgeworth and it's various off-shoots, as well as how Jared used the Jubilee weekend in the UK to finally swap the engine in his MR2.

S2E21: Turbo Time01 Jun 202200:40:59

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the impending doom of the Jubilee Weekend and what it means for Project MR2, as well as a light update on how Project 944 is getting along with its restored bodywork.

Topics:
- Turbo engine conversion
- Project 944 bodywork
- Modern headlights are too bright
- Painting an engine

S2E20: A Very 'Explosive' Weekend24 May 202200:36:42

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the arrival and immediate downfall of the Advan SA3s, the MR2 Turbo is going Driveway Gazebo spec and will the 944 make it to Santa Pod as well?

Topics:
- Michelin Tyres
- Driveway Engine Swaps
- Cursed Car Luck

S2E19: Project Progress 18 May 202200:43:16

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the release of the MR2 Turbo refresh video, upcoming content on the cars and the 944 finally getting its bodywork done - but to what extent?

Topics:
- 3SGTE Refresh video release
- MR2 Wheel Update
- 944 bodywork happening soon

S2EP18: Impulsive Purchases & Pain10 May 202200:37:51

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss the work on Project MR2 picking up, including the looming date of the engine swap, Jared's new wheels and more.

Topics:
- Jared's 3 Spokes have arrived
- Missing your first car and how unreliable it was
- Insurance is expensive
- MR2 Turbo engine shenanigans!

S2E17: Driveway Car Shopping04 May 202200:33:00

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss stalking cars on driveways to save from the elements, the impending arrival of the MR2s dream set of wheels, the Sawbridgeworth Coffees & Cars May Fayre stand and more!

Topics:
- Stalking an E30
- The Advans are coming
- Coffees & Cars National Expansion

This episode is dedicated to Charles Evans @douzecoupes, a legend and powerhouse of the community - who sadly took his own life recently. If you need support, please remember it's Okay to Talk. Support links available here: https://www.takona.co.uk/pages/mental-health-and-support

S2E16: First Time Scramblers27 Apr 202200:39:05

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared recount their weekend at the Bicester Heritage Scramble event which they attended on the Saturday & Sunday, and discuss the various dynamics and differences of the 944 & MR2.

Topics:
- Bicester April Scramble
- Scramble Vs Goodwood Revival/FoS
- MR2 vs 944 Handling

S2E15: Breaking Brakes, Cars & Engines20 Apr 202200:56:02

In this week's episode Liam & Jared discuss an unusually eventful weekend over the long Easter weekend - with the MR2 Turbo engine finally having its test, teardown and refresh and the E46 brakes finally being addressed, with some extra shenanigans in between it all.

Topics: 
- The MR2 Turbo engine gets torn down
- Finally addressing the E46s dodgy rear brakes
- The Legacy wanted to stay in Brighton
- Jared is a snorer!

S2EP14: MR2 vs Moped - who wins? 13 Apr 202200:32:31

In this week's episode Liam & Jared discuss the fun and variety of April's installment of the Takona Coffees & Cars meet at Squisita in Sawbridgeworth, Jared's new job, his battle with a moped rider and our ongoing search for a unit and self improvement.

Topics:
- Hunting for a Workshop Unit
- Jared fights a moped
- Liam is on multi-vitamins
- We went to Sawbridgeworth!

S2E13: Searching for Unit Treasure06 Apr 202200:41:49

In this week's episode Liam & Jared discuss the ongoing hunt for the TBR HQ workshop unit, Jared's bought THE wheels, an incredibly busy April and more! Fyi: Liam's mic isn't the same as usual, apologies in advance!

Topics:
- Hunting for a Workshop Unit
- New wheels for the MR2
- We're going to the Bicester April Scramble
- Content thoughts

S3E5: Liam Is A Movie Star01 Feb 202300:42:35

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared discuss Liam's recent filming and upcoming release of Design911's first spotlight video series, Jared has been trying to un-break the MR2 again and yet again, modifications to the fleet.

Topics:
- Design 911
- MR2 Turbo Project
- Content Update

S2E12: We reviewed cars!30 Mar 202200:41:10

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared celebrate the relative success of their first video review of Liam's E46 325Ci M Sport, the latest status on both Project 944 & MR2, and the ongoing hunt for a unit.

Topics:
- Our first ever video review on the channel
- How Project 944 & Project MR2 are getting on
- Hunt for a unit

S2E11: Massive Content Upgrades & That Tesla Jump23 Mar 202200:37:39

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared cover a myriad of topics including massive developments in how we are filming upcoming content, Jared's new job in automotive, *that* viral Tesla jump & the confusion of the M3 & M4.

Topics:
- Upgrading our content to the next level
- Jared's starting a new job in automotive
- That viral Los Angeles Tesla Model S Plaid Jump
- M3 & M4 Dilemmas

S2E10: Big News And Familiar Faces16 Mar 202201:29:43

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared are joined by Lewis & Mike from the Coffees & Cars podcast to cover some exciting developments and upcoming news, talk utter rubbish and then some more rubbish.

Topics: 
- Huge news for The Back Roads, Takona & Coffees & Cars
- Everything that went on since last week
- Destroying or falling in love with the cars that we hate
- Future unit plans

S2E9: Insurance for Enthusiasts, Filming Fails 2: Electric Boogaloo & Overnighting Parts from Japan09 Mar 202200:38:03

In this week's episode - Liam & Jared chat Hagerty insurance for Project 944 & Project MR2, our latest run of bad luck with trying to film - this week with Jared's Subaru Legacy, and some small updates on Project MR2 & 944 and what parts have been bought for them lately.

Topics:
- Insurance for car enthusiasts
- The failed assault on the Legacy's brakes
- Buying parts for the project cars

S2E8: Content Changes & Filming Fails02 Mar 202200:33:07

In this week's episode - Liam & Jared are slightly confused about what to discuss as they cover potential changes to content, our track record with changing brakes ahead of a run at the Legacy's brakes and more...

Topics:
- Changing up our content plan yet again
- An upcoming assault on the Legacy's brakes
- Getting better on the tools

S2E7: Under the Starlet sky of Silverstone & Signing Babies23 Feb 202200:38:36

In this week's episode - Liam & Jared reminisce about their visit to the 2022 Toyota Parallel Pomeroy Trophy, serious updates to Project 944, moving away from home and a refusal to sign infants.

Topics:
- 2022 Toyota Parallel Pomeroy Trophy at Silverstone
- A Visit to Workshop Seventy7
- Liam's moving house!
- Jared's autographing practices

S2E6: The Gang Gridlocks A High Street16 Feb 202200:41:37

In this week's episode - Liam & Jared chat about their regular visit to the Takona Coffees & Cars at Squisita in Sawbridgeworth, gridlocking the entire town and now we need to dream of an even bigger unit.
Topics:

  • A successful Takona Coffees & Cars at Squisita in Sawbridgeworth
  • Further MR2 Goodies on the horizon
  • New video announcements!
  • Micra musings
S2E5: Wombling around Wimbledon Common09 Feb 202200:47:28

In this week's episode - Liam & Jared chat about their visit to the Southside Hustlers car meet on Wimbledon Common, performance diesels, buying houses for the garage and hustling inappropriate cars!
Topics:

  • Southside Hustlers car meet
  • Performance Diesels
  • Buying a house just for the garage
  • Hustling cheap and inappropriate cars around lanes


thebackroads.co.uk

S2E4: Trials and Tribulations of starting in Automotive Youtube02 Feb 202200:48:34

In this week's episode - Liam & Jared chat about how 2022 has started off and the challenges they face creating an automotive youtube channel as well as the issues it brings along with it.

Topics:

  • How's 2022 going?
  • The issues with starting an automotive channel
  • Should we soft re-launch Project 944 & Project Marty?


thebackroads.co.uk

S2E3: Jared's Had His First Car Crash26 Jan 202200:41:51

In this week's episode of The Back Roads: Podcast - We talk about an incredibly exciting new video that will be releasing this weekend on the channel where we have our first gander at shooting on the move & Jared reveals he's had his first-ever car crash since passing his test.

Topics:

  • New exciting video
  • Jared's first car crash
  • Why this year matters
  • Should we car swap? 

thebackroads.co.uk

S3E4: Our Cars Cost How Much?!25 Jan 202300:50:09

In this week's episode, Liam & Jared come to the revelation and discuss how much they've spent on their projects so far, and how they want to keep digging the hole deeper.

Topics:
- MR2 Turbo Swap Costs
- 944 ITBs Vs Supercharger

S2E2: We're On The Road In 202218 Jan 202200:56:15

In this week's episode of The Back Roads: Podcast - Liam & Jared discuss some incredibly exciting news regarding project 944 and project Marty with their goals potentially being completed way quicker than expected - as well as TBR being on the road in 2022.

Topics

  • Project 944 Bodywork
  • MR2 Turbo engine swap
  • We're going to more events
  • We're going on more roadtrips
S2E1: Why Car Meets Are Important For Mental Health12 Jan 202200:41:22

Welcome to the first episode of The Back Roads Podcast in 2022! Today we cover some pretty mega topics including our trip to Classic Race Simulators with our friends at Takona & Co, as well as why car meets are important for mental health and exciting new events coming up soon.

Topics:
- Welcome to 2022 
- Classic Race Simulators
- Why car meets are important for mental health
- 2022 plans and events

thebackroads.co.uk

EP44: Looking Back On 2021 With Liam & Jared29 Dec 202101:08:13

In the final podcast of the year, Jared & Liam take a look back and reflect on all things good and some things not so good of 2021. A massive thank you to everyone for their incredible support this year, we hope you have a great 2022 ❤

Topics:

  • Highlights of the year
  • What is the future of TBR?
  • Three goals we'd like to achieve next year


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EP43: Jared Loves His Helmet & Liam Loves His Bag21 Dec 202100:50:16

Welcome to the TBR Christmas podcast! Today Liam & Jared reveal the pain of servicing the legacy as well as the Christmas gifts they got each other. We also talk about the future of TBR content and more!

Topics:
Legacy service video
Jared & Liam's Xmas gifts
2022 content plans

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