Matt Farah and Zack Klapman sit down with automotive icons, pro drivers, comedians and other friends to discuss automotive industry news, racing, projects and whatever else comes to mind.
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BRETT BERK is a freelance writer whose non-fiction has appeared in a list of publications so long I'm putting it at the bottom of this post instead of the top. Most important for us, in addition to contributing to all the biggest car magazine, he is the co-author of the automotive books “Never Stop Driving”, “Corvette Stingray: The Mid-Engine Revolution”, and “The Atlas of Car Design“
On this episode we talk about Brett's RIDICULOUS lineup of recent drives; how the new Aston Vanquish holds up to other big super-GT cars; what Mazda might be up to (and why we hope it's not rotary things); why a man repairs Reatta screens; the strange journey of the Oldsmobile Aurora; Saab's end; and how the tariffs might effect the automotive industry.
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Recorded April 14, 2025
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Ed Niedermeyer (Autonomous Driving Expert)
Episode 1002
Thursday, April 10, 2025 • Duration 01:33:42
Ed Niedermeyer is a journalist and author most known for his 2019 book "Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors". When it comes to the business of Tesla, he is one of the most well-respected and trusted voices.
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Recorded April 1, 2025
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Comedian Dean Delray
Episode 1001
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 • Duration 01:13:49
Dean Delray is a comedian who has opened for Bill Burr and Metallica (among others), appeared on "WTF" w/ Marc Maron, "You Made it Weird" with Pete Holmes, "The Joe Rogan Experience". His own podcast, "Let There be Talk", a podcast that "features raw, unfiltered, off-the-cuff conversations that offer deep insights with a diverse mix of engaging personalities from the worlds of music, film, TV, comedy and more."
On this episode we talk about Dean's old 911s; his gnarly motorcycle story; why he wants a Safari car; watches; special glasses; and why this special is such a big deal.
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1000 w/ 17 Guests! (Sam Fane, Jay Leno, Emelia Hartford, Larry Chen,Spikes Car Radio, and more!)
Episode 1000
Thursday, April 3, 2025 • Duration 07:59:57
8 Hours of rotating guests including:
Emelia Hartford
Sam Fane
Jay Leno
Spike Feresten w Paul Zuckerman
Christian James Hand
Tati Reed
Jonny Lieberman
Elana Scherr
JF Musial
Larry Chen
Vin Anatra
Ron Zaras
J Ryan (Unofficial Good Vibes founder)
Phil Morris (actor)
Marco Gerace (TLG Auto)
Hanna Farah
Sara Stringfellow
Recorded March 31, 2025
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Jerry Seinfeld
Episode 999
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 • Duration 01:33:08
Jerry explains his philosophy on cars, color choices, Porsche, and so much more. We talk about the cars he noticed as a kid, the most important thing to him about driving, meditation, working in the sandbox, driving in LA, one-offs, regretful sales, and more.
Recorded March 18, 2025
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Taycan Problems; Buy a Mustang GT350?; Q&A
Episode 998
Friday, March 28, 2025 • Duration 01:47:43
We're back in town! Zack flew a Ranger Raptor, drove some old cars, and nearly bought a very nice '66 Mustang GT350 replica (he'll explain); Matt went to Vegas to drive a new Audi and had some Taycan problems; tariffs being tariffing; and we're answering your questions.
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Hanna Farah on Matt, Cars, Cats, and More
Episode 997
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 • Duration 01:37:53
Matt's wife Hanna answers your questions about Matt (and cars) and has a few of her own. A hilarious episode, trust me. - Zack
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Tesla & Mark Rober Update; $$$ 1970 Chevelle Review; Cats; Q&A
Episode 996
Thursday, March 20, 2025 • Duration 01:22:58
We take a closer look at the Mark Rober vs Tesla video that's got he internet fighting; review the 1970 Chevelle built by Ironworks Speed and Kustom; and answer Patreon questions including:
$30k weekend GT car for the mature gentleman?
Do we hate the Corvette and Porsche transmission equally?
Ferrari's new explosive hat design
Used Kia Stinger or very used E55 AMG with some money set aside for repairs?
Is double-bone suspension REALLY that important?
New Morgan Supersport
RWD EV vs AWD EV
And more!
Recorded March 19 , 2025
Recorded March 19, 2025
Mark and Tesla: https://www.theverge.com/tesla/631308/mark-rober-tesla-youtube-autopilot-lidar-fake-claims
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Lotus Emira 2.0 Review; Mark Rober v. Tesla; Electrical Gremlin FOUND
Episode 995
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 • Duration 01:39:46
Does the U.S. version of the 2.0-liter turbocharged Lotus Emira really have a better transmission than the one we drove in the UK? How did Matt FINALLY fix the mystery electrical issue plaguing his wife's Nissan? What happened with Mark Rober, the Tesla, and the fake wall? Plus, we answer Patreon questions including:
- Why do car companies stop making parts that people need?
- Which car is ALL over Montana?
- What will Matt do with his Manx buggy?
- Our best deal on a used car, ever?
- Cayenne hybrids: smart used buy or danger to wallet manifold?
- $25k question: 2007 Cayman or 2022 Subaru BRZ?
- Road trip breakfast of champions
- Which rental cars have the most room?
- Do cheap boats exist?
- What would a banker buy in 2008?
- What's a DIY job that ended up costing you way more than a shop would charge?
- Is Porsche Active Ride worth it?
- What $100k used car will be worth $150k in 20 years?
- And more!
Recorded March 17, 2025
Mark and Tesla: https://www.theverge.com/tesla/631308/mark-rober-tesla-youtube-autopilot-lidar-fake-claims
We broadcast during the final minutes of the Bentley Turbo R auction! If it hits a certain number it will have been a SMARTER FINANCIAL DECISION than leasing a boring EV for a year! Then we review the new 2025 Mercedes SL63s AMG E-Hybrid, a car with the torque to haul but no space to carry. Matt tells us about his glimpse at the future of Willow Springs Raceway, and we answer Patreon questions about:
Buy a car from a new country.
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Why we keep our tow vehicles boring.
Is a Boxster depreciation-proof?
Different reactions at car shows
How to get more power from a Miata
When to charge your EV to 100% vs 80%
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How do you choose a career?
Best V10 experience under $100k?
Best Bentley feature?
2014 Mustang GT with mods vs 2015 Mustang GT (IRS)
Crush/Daily/Track: Jaguar C-Type vs BMW 507 vs Toyota 2000GT
Recorded March 12, 2025
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