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The Avants Podcast

Avants
Moab
Porsche Motorsports
Emy Kissick
Wagonfest
Ford
IMSA
Pacific Raceways
Raptor
Rivian
Automotive Enthusiasm
Event Planning
Car Culture
Seattle Speedometer
RAM Mounts
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Automotive Industry
PRO3
Motorsports
Bronco Raptor

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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Latest Episodes

Consumer Reports has launched there worst of 2025 and much to our surprise, the new 4Runner made the list! We love the new 4Runner, but CR did have some good points about the underwhelming engine choice as well as it's ride quality on the road. While... more

With several emissions rollbacks already taking effect, the automotive industry finds itself at a rare and timely crossroads—one that opens the door for genuinely exciting cars once again. Horsepower figures are now pushing past the 1,000 mark from m... more

For almost all of us out there, affording a new car means selling the old one. As we get older and more settled in life, sometimes the idea of a project car or buying a replacement for that vehicle you wish you still had becomes more obtainable. Whic... more

We talk about cars all the time, but we’re not out there test driving them very often so we don’t really consider ourselves “car reviewers”. Reporting in general has changed significantly over the years, and the latest “review” on the F250 by Dan Nei... more

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Recent Guests

Niko Pagones
Founder of Amaxi Autosport specializing in classic vehicle restorations
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Episode: Niko Pagones of Amaxi Autosport Embraces the Latest Tech to Keep Old Cars Going
Karissa Haydon
Podium finisher at Rebell Rally 2025
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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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Michael Smith
Background in search and rescue and off-roading enthusiast.
Episode: Rock Beats Megan

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 67 ratings
  • Great for car people

    Great podcasts!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G.square
    United States6 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 States6 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
  • Been listening to Dan and Nick since the rain city days, still look forward to it every week!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Samlitt2
    a year ago
  • Dynamic Duo

    Nick and Dan are awesome guys and it’s fun keeping up with their stories and range of guests! I laugh and learn something every episode, and even if you’re not a ‘car person’ this needs to be in your weekly podcast rotation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mindy LC
    United States2 years ago

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

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