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The Thing About Cars

Mickey Desai
Electric Vehicles
Motorcycles
Dodge & Plymouth Muscle Cars
NASCAR
French Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
Mazda 6
Motorcycle Riding
Desoto
Documentary Filmmaking
Art and Design
BMW
Formula 4
Georgia
EV Charging Stations
Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Automotive Industry
Atlanta
Street Racing
Formula One
Women In the Front Seat

We're just people who really geek out on cars. We like to drive cars, fix them, and admire them. We're here to have as much fun as we legally can with other car enthusiasts. Come along for the ride.

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TTAC welcomes Jack from the YouTube channel Number 27 to the table today! Ben's a huge fan of Number 27 so he has trouble restraining himself talking with one of his heroes, while Dave is titillated by Jack's accent. Jack tells us about how his chann... more

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In this episode, the TTAC crew shares some of the scariest things they've encountered while driving at night, including a large sheet of plywood that nearly crashed into Dave's car, a mysterious "factory from hell" that turned out to be the Dallas Co... more

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Join hosts Mickey, Ben, Dave, and Tim as they chat with Autumn, Associate Curator at the Peterson Automotive Museum in Los Angeles. Discover what makes the Peterson one of the world’s most respected car museums, from its legendary lowrider exhibits t... more

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In this lively episode of The Thing About Cars, the gang reunites with Dawn, who unveils her brand-new 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy. She shares her excitement about its retro design, dual sunroofs, Bose speakers, UV phone sanitizer, and even a h... more

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Dr. Bob McMahan
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Annie Koehler
Hot Rod Granny Annie, car enthusiast and YouTube personality
Episode: Hanging With Hot-Rod Granny Annie
David Kreidler
Senior Exhibits Curator for the Harley-Davidson Museum
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Episode: Inside the Harley-Davidson Museum with David Kreidler
Tom Glatch
Author of the Dodge & Plymouth Muscle Cars book and automotive photographer
Quarto Publishing
Episode: Livin' the Dream with Tom Glatch
Indy Saini
Award-winning director and Emmy-nominated cinematographer
Episode: Riding in the Front Seat with Indy Saini
Brian Phillips
Returning friend of the show and car enthusiast
Episode: Brian's Mazda and Misty's Wombat
Rebecca Vollman
Car enthusiast and engineer with a passion for automotive design
ABB
Episode: Life's Too Short To Drive A Boring Car
Gaby Pierre
Strategy lead of the Georgia Network for Electric Mobility (GNEM)
University of Georgia
Episode: Talking EVs with Gaby Pierre at the Georgia Automotive Manufacturer's Association
Dystany Spurlock
Motorsports goddess and experienced motorcycle and car racer.
Episode: Racing Fun with Dystany Spurlock

Hosts

Mickey Desai
One of the primary hosts, with a strong passion for cars and engaging storytelling.
Misty
Co-host and car enthusiast, sharing her experiences and expertise.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Cars?

    They spend more time discussing Beka’s innuendoes than cars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gavin cook
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Mickey knows his cars!

    Clean comedy podcast filled with all your automotive obsessions. I love everything about this podcast. Its fun, educational, and entertaining. I just subscribed and look forward to future episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicolechs23
    United States6 years ago

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The combination of personal stories and technical insights resonates well, making the podcast accessible and entertaining to a broad audience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous banter among hosts, emphasizing their depth of automotive knowledge.

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Rant and Rave With Jack From Number 27!
Q: So what makes for a good episode?
Jack emphasizes the need for preparation, storytelling, and engagement to create a compelling automotive episode.
Racing Fun with Dystany Spurlock
Q: Where is your next road trip going to be?
The next road trip is going to be probably to Florida to go testing our pro stock motorcycle.
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Q: What's your dream car?
Dystany's dream car is a Lamborghini Aventador.
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Q: Dystany, do you want to come to the Netherlands?
Find me up. Yes. I'm there.
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Q: According to Car and Driver, what five letter word specifically means a closed two door car with less than 33 cubic feet of rear interior space?
The word is 'coupe'.

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A community of car enthusiasts exchanges insights and stories about automotive culture while sharing their passion for driving and fixing cars. Topics frequently explored include personal vehicles, restorations, humorous road experiences, and the evolution of car models, from vintage classics to modern marvels. The hosts engage with guests from various automotive backgrounds, including curators, YouTubers, and motorsports participants, creating a blend of education and entertainment that appeals to anyone interested in cars or car culture.

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1. Dr. Bob McMahan
2. Annie Koehler
3. David Kreidler
4. Tom Glatch
5. Indy Saini
6. Brian Phillips
7. Rebecca Vollman
8. Gaby Pierre

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