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The Avants Podcast

Avants
Ford
Moab
Electric Vehicles
Ranger Raptor
Porsche
Raptor
Toyota
Corvette
Overlanding
Jaguar
Subaru
Bronco Raptor
Starlink
Rivian
KTM
Proformance Racing School
California
Automotive Industry
Nissan
Nurburgring

Join hosts Dan Putnam and Nick Bergeron as they get to know industry leading guests beyond just what they drive. The Avants Podcast is never scripted and never predictable, but it’s always a good time and full of surprises. You won’t find any boring reviews that sound like reading off a pre-planned info sheet, ”history of” shows that are reworded Wikipedia articles, or advertisements for the next ... more

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OVERHYPED! No, not us, we're pretty self aware. It's why we cry in the shower. In this episode we're talking about overrated cars. Not cars we hate, but cars we actually love, but still think are overrated like the Vector W8, the Jaguar XJ220, the Je... more

The future of driving just took another step away from… driving. BMW is bringing brake-by-wire to production—ditching traditional hydraulic systems in favor of fully electronic control. It’s a big leap forward in technology, but also raises a bigger ... more

Dan took the Bronco Raptor down to the beach—and honestly, nothing happened. It handled everything like it was built for it, no drama, no stories… which, let’s face it, isn’t exactly great podcast material. Meanwhile, somewhere across the globe, two ... more

This episode kicks off with a bit of well-earned self-hype as Avants Magazine Issue 23 drops—featuring us! Huge shoutout to Brian Elich for capturing some incredible photos that made the feature even better.

From there, we dive into some big industr... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Elitch
Car enthusiast, Corvette/Overlanding insider
Episode: Overland Updates, Snow Wheeling Hitchhikers, and Boring F1
Niko Pagones
Founder of Amaxi Autosport specializing in classic vehicle restorations
Amaxi Autosport
Episode: Niko Pagones of Amaxi Autosport Embraces the Latest Tech to Keep Old Cars Going
Karissa Haydon
Podium finisher at Rebell Rally 2025
Team Velocity
Episode: Team Velocity Does It Again!
Todd Sanders
Episode: Rallies Are Hard
Clarke Jewell
Episode: Rallies Are Hard
Evan Sanders
24-year-old participant in the rally, experienced driving for the first time
Episode: Rallies Are Hard
Donna Porada-Kitch
An automotive enthusiast and leader in promoting women's involvement in motorsports
ProFormance Racing School
Episode: Donna Porada-Kitch Completes the ProFormance Circle
Scott Barron
Car enthusiast known for transforming a Ferrari 308 into an outlaw car.
Episode: The Barron and the Outlaw
Brian Dallas
Formerly with Dirt Fish and currently with Spot, involved in the overland community.
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Episode: We Dragged Brian Dallas Through Hell

Hosts

Dan Putnam
Co-host of The Avants Podcast; known for informal, authentic automotive storytelling with guests.
Nick Bergeron
Co-host of The Avants Podcast; brings technical insight and humor to automotive conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • Like hanging out in the garage with your car buddies

    Dan and Nick just talk cars the way normal people do. One week they're arguing about Porsche's EV problems, the next Dan's new KTM threw a check engine light at six miles. Turns out it goes away when it hits 60 degrees outside. That's the kind of stuff you get here.

    They actually do things with their cars too. Nick's out driving Utah 12 in an R8 with nobody on the road. Dan's pulling his truck apart to install brighter marker lights. They mod their Groms on the weekend. It's not theoretical car... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyanW35
    United Statesa month ago
  • Keeps me in the loop!

    I love listening to these two guys with their fun banter and deep knowledge on everything from oddball tools to automotive trends without additional agendas or corporate influences, swaying their opinions. When Nick or Dan give input on anything, it’s their raw clear unadulterated answers which is a refreshing change from most podcast that have a corporate bend or undue influence from their sponsors.

    Their wisdom & humor mixed in with this great knowledge and education is something I look forwa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not getting scammed by this
    United States3 months ago
  • Great for car people

    Great podcasts!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G.square
    United States8 months ago
  • Look forward to it each week.

    Really enjoy the show, it helps make an occasional drive into the office go by much faster. Sometimes I wish it was live or even video with some of the photo and other discussions. But it’s one of the few audio podcasts I come back to episode after episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SicShotsNW
    United States8 months ago
  • One of the best

    I have a three car podcasts on rotation. This, Chris Harris & Friends and Spike’s car radio. This podcast blends both on road and off road car chat together. Great for us general enthusiasts who enjoy both side of the hobby.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Summerfield
    United Statesa year ago

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

Positives highlight the mix of humor and car knowledge, with praise for community feel and local NW car culture.
Some feedback notes a desire for live video or more visual content and occasional topics staying on the fringe of mainstream car news.
What listeners say about the show: authentic hosts, strong guest lineup, and a fun, relatable vibe.

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Bring Back Stereo Dolphins!
Q: What vehicle needs one change and it's perfect?
The hosts discuss how small changes could significantly enhance the appeal of vehicles such as the Honda Prelude.
Niko Pagones of Amaxi Autosport Embraces the Latest Tech to Keep Old Cars Going
Q: Do you see people coming to you wanting to add modern features to their classic cars?
All the time, they want to drive their cars comfortably.
Niko Pagones of Amaxi Autosport Embraces the Latest Tech to Keep Old Cars Going
Q: What do you think the biggest game changer for your business has been?
Regular invoicing and learning to delegate tasks.
Niko Pagones of Amaxi Autosport Embraces the Latest Tech to Keep Old Cars Going
Q: What's your dream car?
I'm working on my dream car right now, a 77 911S.
Team Velocity Does It Again!
Q: What was it like navigating in the sudden change of weather in the desert?
The change made visibility difficult and posed unique challenges to navigation.

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A lively automotive show hosted by two car enthusiasts who keep conversations informal, unscripted, and centered on authentic experiences with cars, gear, events, and culture. Episodes blend personal anecdotes with industry shifts, from local car communities and road trips to hands-on restoration, performance brands, and the evolving market for collector and everyday vehicles. A notable strength is the duo's ability to mix humor with genuine curiosity, feature a broad range of guests, and cover both technical topics and lifestyle aspects of car ownership, making it appealing to hardcore gearheads and casual listeners alike.

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The Avants Podcast launched 8 years ago and published 445 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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Recent guests on The Avants Podcast include:

1. Brian Elitch
2. Niko Pagones
3. Karissa Haydon
4. Todd Sanders
5. Clarke Jewell
6. Evan Sanders
7. Donna Porada-Kitch
8. Scott Barron

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