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Cars. Trucks. Life. Things that run. Things that don't. And anything in between. The Hooniverse Podcast is about the intersection of all things automotive and everyday life. That means we'll also talk about anything that pops into our little brains. From beer and wine to dogs to travel, and anything else that strikes our fancy in a given moment. Our attention span is nill. Our episodes are ramblin... more

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It's the perfect follow-up to last week's Vault episode with Jonny Lieberman. Ross spent a week with the gas-powered 2026 Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack, which was a hot topic when they talked last August, too.

In addition to the driving impressions, ... more

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Like a forgotten board tape from a Grateful Dead show (did Ithaca '77 ever actually happen?) this episode got lost under the seat of the digital Microbus that drives the Hooniverse. Jonny Lieberman joined Ross in August 2025 for a wide-ranging conver... more

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Vaughn Gittin Jr. joins the Hooniverse Podcast to talk about the latest with RTR, and it's a lot.

We talk about:

* Restoring his original S13 and 2005 Mustang drift cars

* Factory Mustang RTR and Bronco RTR models straight from Ford

* RTR Sp... more

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Have you ever spotted a prototype or test mule in the wild?

Ross ran into the Porsche Cayenne EV on a California canyon road. Not literally.

Dan and Ross talk about the encounter that seemed to spook the Porsche drivers, and then move on to the G... more

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Jonny Lieberman
Automotive journalist and contributor to Hooniverse; former MotorTrend figure mentioned in discussion
Hooniverse; previously MotorTrend
Episode: Jonny Lieberman | From the Hoonivault
Vaughn Gittin Jr.
Professional racer and founder of RTR
RTR
Episode: Vaughncast! | Hooniverse Podcast 383
Doug DeMuro
Automotive journalist, founder of Cars and Bids
Cars and Bids
Episode: Apophenia (w/Doug DeMuro) | Hooniverse Podcast 372

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Ross Ballot
Host of Hooniverse Podcast

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 258 ratings
  • “F” word every 15 seconds

    Listened to one episode and it wasn’t that bad. Listened to the next one and the one guy drops the f bomb every other word. I drop the f bomb too but not like this guy. It was too much. Dropped the show “follow”

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    A Cumia
    United States3 years ago
  • Great automotive podcast where the BS about everything.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Spike Africa
    4 years ago
  • Fix the sound

    Enjoy the content. Voice audio levels low. Had volume all the way up and thought something wrong with either my hardware or my hearing. Then outro music hit and blew out my eardrums.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Keegan
    United States4 years ago
  • I had to re subscribe

    Glad Blake is gone

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jermgal
    United States4 years ago
  • Pork sandwiches

    Pork sandwiches

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ¿bill?
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the camaraderie and the hands-on automotive knowledge, though a few reviews note room for tighter show prep and less rambling.
A mix of praise for strong guests and car-focused discussions with some criticism about sound quality or consistency.

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Vaughncast! | Hooniverse Podcast 383
Q: What was your initial involvement with Ford and how did it shape RTR's direction?
The relationship began as a passion-driven collaboration that evolved into a formal program in 2014-2015; it provided Ford with a direct route to offer enthusiast-oriented, affordable performance vehicles, while RTR gained credibility and access to factory resources to scale operations and validate products for dealerships.
XPEL’s James and Steve – Hooniverse Podcast 376
Q: What makes color PPF different from traditional vinyl or clear PPF?
Color PPF combines a color layer with a protective clear coat, offering the appearance of paint, improved durability, and the option for repair or color changes, backed by a 10-year warranty.
Apophenia (w/Doug DeMuro) | Hooniverse Podcast 372
Q: What are you looking forward to driving this year?
Doug mentions looking forward to driving the new Charger and also expresses curiosity about the new M5, considering they have been negatively reviewed.
Apophenia (w/Doug DeMuro) | Hooniverse Podcast 372
Q: Doug, you know I'm a Toyota guy. On my old show with Chris, we used to talk about 4Runners and Sequoias and Tundras and Tacomas up and down for hours, and you just drove the new 4Runner and you seem to be a little fond of it.
Doug expresses that he loves the 4Runner and feels it's the best balance among new Toyota trucks and SUVs, noting its good redesign and features.

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This show blends automotive obsession with casual life banter, balancing deep dives into car tech, reviews, and industry happenings with personal anecdotes and lighthearted humor. Episodes span everything from EVs, modifications, and racing nuances to media coverage and brand strategy, often featuring guest perspectives from the automotive world. A standout characteristic is the relaxed, rambling format that invites enthusiasts to geek out, while still surfacing practical insights for buyers, fans, and potential sponsors who want reach among hands-on car lovers and hobbyists.

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Hooniverse launched 13 years ago and published 383 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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