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HOT ROD Pod: Where It All Began

Hearst Autos LLC / Hot Rod
NHRA
Ida Zetterstrom
Hot Rod Magazine
Top Fuel Drag Racing
European Drag Racing
JCM Racing
Ringbrothers
Women In Sports
Motorcycle Drag Racing
Automotive Aftermarket
Engine Builders
Motor Trend
Automotive Design
SEMA Show
SEMA
No Prep Kings
Drag Racing
Car Restoration
Top Fuel
NASCAR

The HOT ROD Pod: Where It All Began brings 75 years of journalism and storytelling to the audio waves as hosts Brian Lohnes and John McGann sit down with the automotive aftermarket's latest trendsetters, motorsport mavens, and mechanical wizards on where they've been and where the hobby and sport are headed.

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Recent Guests

Alex Taylor
Special guest, founder of Garage Ultimate
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Owner-proprietor of Garage Ultimate
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Sean Nguyen
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Troy Trepanier
Builder/Owner of Brizio Custom Cars, prominent figure in HOT ROD culture
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Episode: Troy Trepanier on Building Award-Winning Customs and a 30-Year Career in Hot Rodding
Dustin Whipple
Second generation operator and owner of Whipple Superchargers
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Episode: Whipple Superchargers: From Farm Truck Roots to Ford Racing Dominance | HOT ROD Pod
Scott Sullivan
HOT ROD builder
HOT ROD Magazine; builder of pro street cars
Episode: Scott Sullivan on Pro Street Style, Street-Driven Customs, and a Lifetime of Hot Rod Building
Danny Thompson
Son of Mickey Thompson and land speed racing driver
Challenger II
Episode: Danny Thompson & the Challenger II, the Fastest Piston-Powered Car in the World
Troy Ladd
Owner of Hollywood Hot Rods and influential hot rod builder
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Episode: Hollywood Hot Rods Owner Troy Ladd on the One-Day Hot Rod, his creative process, & HOT ROD Power Tour West!
Steve Pazmany
Owner of Fully Torqued Industries and participant in Power Tour West 2023
Fully Torqued Industries
Episode: Steve Pazmany on Fully Torqued, the Aftermarket World, & HOT ROD Power Tour West!

Hosts

Brian Lohnes
Host known for his extensive experience in automotive broadcasting and journalism.
John McGann
Editor specializing in automotive journalism with a focus on the HOT ROD brand.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 135 ratings
  • This podcast is fantastic! Brian does an awesome job of leading the conversations, and he's also a wealth of knowledge about all things automotive! John and David are well suited for the rolls of cohosts, considering their own backgrounds. Some of the stories of where these legends began are quite humbling, rather funny, and honestly just a joy to listen to. I can't wait for more!!!

    Audible
    5
    Danielle
    United Statesa year ago
  • Binge worthy

    I was a subscriber to Hot Rod magazine in my teens. Resubscribed a couple years ago. I absolutely love this podcast! I hope they keep this podcast and the magazine gong for another 75 years. :-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Lance Cook
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Excellent interview and content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elvis OC
    United States2 years ago
  • If you are a car person you need to listen to this

    I am loving this content folks please keep it up so refreshing listening to car people talk about the industry and the hobby and where it’s going and been. I’m pretty young I’m sure compared to lots of people so the history content in racing and building is awesome! Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cmy 67 Goat
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    This is an awesome podcast! I was hooked right from listening to the first episode. The newest episode with Tom Nelson - NRE was great! Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bknhra
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans praise the engaging interviews and insights into car culture.
Reviewers commend the hosts for their knowledge and enthusiasm, contributing to high-quality content.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into the stories of automotive figures and the history of motorsport.
Many find the podcast to be a refreshing take on automotive journalism, connecting nostalgia with modern trends.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Troy Trepanier on Building Award-Winning Customs and a 30-Year Career in Hot Rodding
Q: What was the mindset behind competing at events like America's Most Beautiful, and how does that relate to the team's approach to building cars?
The mindset is that you can't guarantee a win; you bring your best work, and you hope it resonates. The team emphasizes honesty, consistency, and a pursuit of the right balance between performance, aesthetics, and craftsmanship, which they believe is what earns recognition over time.
Ringbrothers talk Design, SEMA, & Their Origin Story
Q: How do you see the future of custom car building evolving?
The future will involve more advanced technologies and the need for unique designs to stand out.
Jeff Lutz on No-Prep Kings, Thunder Road, & the Roadkill Monza
Q: In 100 years of drag racing, would you have ever thought that No Prep Drag Racing was going to be the thing that sent you to the moon?
No, I loved traditional track racing, but the No Prep thing opened new doors I never expected.
Jeff Lutz on No-Prep Kings, Thunder Road, & the Roadkill Monza
Q: What was the moment when you started concentrating on the Street Outlaws stuff?
It was when I rolled into the hotel parking lot where the people found out where we were, and I realized this was a different level of recognition.
Erica Enders on becoming the Winningest Woman in Motorsports, Rivalries, & Racing at Pomona
Q: Can you just give us the snapshot of sort of where you came from?
Erica shares that she grew up watching her dad race, started in Junior Drag Racing at eight, and has been racing professionally for 19 years, emphasizing her evolution and dedication to the sport.

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4. Troy Trepanier
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7. Danny Thompson
8. Troy Ladd

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