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Presented by ARP From custom car stories seldom told from the wild adventures of magazine editors to the latest custom car builds and the future of performance and hot rodding.

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With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve Strope

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Producer Marcel Venable from Auto Revolution joins Jeff to talk all things muscle cars, pro-touring, pro street and engine builds.

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With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve Strope

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Tim Matthews, the curator of Speedway Motor’s Museum of American Speed, joins Jeff and Steve to share their love of horsepower, and BMX bikes as well as Steve’s latest project, a nod to r... more

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With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve Strope

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Jeff sits down with Chad Reynolds from Bangshift and Jefferson Bryant to talk drag racing, Buick muscle cars and Corvette body mold making.

See more from Chad Reynolds at www.bangshift.c... more

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With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve Strope

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Custom pinstripes and weekend Evel Knievel Jeff ‘Styles’ Overman joins Jeff and Marcel to share custom paint techniques and stories with the legends including Tom Kelly and Pete Santini. ... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Matthews
Head of the Museum of American Speed, Lincoln, Nebraska
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Episode: Tim Matthews from Museum of American Speed, Vintage BMX Racing
Chad Reynolds
Founder/host at bangshift.com; longtime voice for automotive events
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Episode: Bangshift's Chad Reynolds, LS Swap Book Author Jefferson Bryant
Jeff Styles
Guest star, veteran car builder and pinstriper
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Episode: Pinstriper Jeff Styles, Evel Knievel Van Build, Custom Paintwork
Robbie Azevedo
Founder/owner tied to Pacific Coast Customs and later Rods N Mods
Rods N Mods (and formerly Pacific Coast Customs)
Episode: Robbie Azevedo, Rods N Mods, High School Hot Rods, EV F100
Marcel Venable
Cotati Speed Shop collaborator
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Episode: Cotati Speed Shop, Zane Cullen, Hot Rod History, Racing History
Zane Cullen
Owner/Builder at Cotati Speed Shop
Cotati Speed Shop
Episode: Cotati Speed Shop, Zane Cullen, Hot Rod History, Racing History
Tim Strange
Tim Strange, custom car builder and notable figure in Pro Street history
Tim Strange (Strange Motion)/ Strange Motion
Episode: Tim Strange, Kustoms, BMX, Pro Street History, Podcasting
Buddy Hale
Owner of the Karma Ghia project car
Tempe, Arizona
Episode: Type 1 Restorations, Slonaker Winning VW Karma Ghia, GNRS
Dennis Trojo
Builder and collaborator on the build
Phoenix, Arizona
Episode: Type 1 Restorations, Slonaker Winning VW Karma Ghia, GNRS

Hosts

Jeff Smith
Host of Car Guy Confessions with a long-running presence in automotive media and production.
Cam Benty
Co-host with broad involvement in show, editorial and build discussions.
Steve Strope
Co-host and guest contributor; noted car builder with AMBR associations.

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Hot Rod Legends Roy Brizio, Bobby Alloway and the Triple Crown of Rodding
Q: What sparked Roy Brizio and Bobby Alloway to start building cars together and pursue the Triple Crown of Rodding?
They describe a long history of collaboration and shared passion, coming from a culture of friendship, mutual respect, and a commitment to craftsmanship that led to creating enduring show formats like the Triple Crown of Rodding.
Type 1 Restorations, Slonaker Winning VW Karma Ghia, GNRS
Q: How did the team handle setbacks or late-stage issues before the show?
They banded together, collaborated across shops, and quickly devised fixes, allowing the car to be driven to the show and showcased despite earlier hiccups.
Type 1 Restorations, Slonaker Winning VW Karma Ghia, GNRS
Q: What were the most challenging parts of the build and how did you address them?
The biggest challenges were aligning eight-plus years of planning with the reality of hand-building so many components; solutions included extensive custom machining, reworking steering, and fabricating components from scratch to ensure proper fit and function.
Type 1 Restorations, Slonaker Winning VW Karma Ghia, GNRS
Q: How did the idea to build a Karma Ghia come about, and why was this model chosen specifically?
A combination of personal history with the Karma Ghia, familiarity with Buddy Hale's talents, and a desire to push beyond a traditional bug build led to selecting the Karma Ghia as a way to showcase scope, detail, and craftsmanship.
E109 Ron The Stitcher Mangus, Custom Interiors, Street Rod Interior History
Q: Who gave you the name Stitcher?
That came from Steve Stater, who wanted to feature my work in Truckin Magazine and Hot VW.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Car Guy Confessions

What is Car Guy Confessions about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on deep-dish automotive culture, craftsmanship, and the people behind iconic builds. Conversations span vintage car history, hot-rodding lineage, high-end show builds, and the evolving role of media in car culture, with plenty of behind-the-scenes stories from magazines, events, and workshops. Episodes often feature legendary builders, shop owners, designers, and editors who share practical insights, local-hero anecdotes, and perspectives on where performance and aesthetics intersect. A standout throughline is the community around restoration, fabrication, and customization, including sponsorships and industry collaborations that keep the culture accessible to new generations. This makes it particularly appealing to lis... more

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