Conversations with Big Rich
218 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago -Hear conversations with the legacy stars of rockcrawling and off-road. Big Rich interviews the leaders in rock sports.
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Maintaining control of the outcome, Kevin Yoder joins us for Episode 115
June 16, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBKnowing your limits sounds like good advice, but Kevin Yoder tests them anyway! Episode 115 has Kevin and Rich talking about the early days of rockcrawling and KOH, life lessons in football and rugby, and everything in between. Join us on your favorite podcast app. 4:30 – My problem with rugby is I kept getting concussions because I couldn't unlearn the football out of it. 12:30 – I learned to camp out in a tent 20:16 – the railroad has such versatility 28:09 – after that, it seemed li...
Uncle Tom’s Cabin caretaker, Rance MacFarland in Episode 114
June 09, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBUncle Tom’s Cabin is known worldwide as the last stop before hitting the Rubicon Trail. While Uncle Tom’s is owned by the Lawyer family, it is looked after by a variety of cabin holders, Rance MacFarland has been one of those for over 20 years. Listen in as he shares his history of growing up near the Rubicon. You can tune in on any of your favorite podcast players. 9:25 – you got in line and got your sack lunch and headed up toward the (Rubicon) trail 17:13 – he failed me the first time ...
Uncle Tom’s Cabin caretaker, Rance MacFarland in Episode 114
June 09, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBUncle Tom’s Cabin is known worldwide as the last stop before hitting the Rubicon Trail. While Uncle Tom’s is owned by the Lawyer family, it is looked after by a variety of cabin holders, Rance MacFarland has been one of those for over 20 years. Listen in as he shares his history of growing up near the Rubicon. You can tune in on any of your favorite podcast players. 9:25 – you got in line and got your sack lunch and headed up toward the (Rubicon) trail 17:13 – he failed me the first time ...
Episode 113 features Ned Bacon and his adventures around the world
June 02, 2022 06:00 - 2 hours - 86.4 MBVariety is the stuff of legends, hear from the master, Ned Bacon, about traveling the world, writing, drawing, competing, and where that landed him. At home now on the ranch in Nevada, Ned has some tales to tell, including managing an 80 car collectors museum. Listen in to Episode 113 on all your favorite podcast channels. 3:15 – I’ve been a gearhead and a car nut as long as I can remember 11:13 – I think I would have been way safer on a motorcycle 23:29 – then I grew up and put it back t...
Goatbuilt founder Drew Burroughs on Episode 112
May 26, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBBased in the hub between Chicago and Milwaukee, Drew Burroughs is making a name for Goatbuilt, not just in off-road, but in the Midwest manufacturing hub. Drew found his way into off-road through the Polygoats at San Luis Obisbo and hasn’t turned back. Listen in on Episode 112 on any of your favorite podcast channels or even on YouTube. Don’t forget to subscribe! 4:22 – I’ve been working on helicopters for as long as I can remember 17:35 – I bought a Jeep, and then I bought a magazine, th...
No stranger to hard work, Clifton Slay is back in off-road, on Episode 111
May 19, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBWelcome back to the off-road industry, Clifton! For the last twelve years, Clifton Slay has dedicated his life to other pursuits, now it’s time to return. Founder of Poison Spyder Customs, Clifton shares how that began and his history prior to. Jumping back in with both feet and his new venture, Hoplite VentureTrek, we can’t wait to see where it goes! 6:26 – Shout at the Devil! 16:26 – it was either art school or the military 31:53 – connecting to Steve Remore 38:09 – what we needed di...
No stranger to hard work, Clifton Slay is back in off-road, on Episode 111
May 19, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBWelcome back to the off-road industry, Clifton! For the last twelve years, Clifton Slay has dedicated his life to other pursuits, now it’s time to return. Founder of Poison Spyder Customs, Clifton shares how that began and his history prior to. Jumping back in with both feet and his new venture, Hoplite VentureTrek, we can’t wait to see where it goes! 6:26 – Shout at the Devil! 16:26 – it was either art school or the military 31:53 – connecting to Steve Remore 38:09 – what we needed di...
Work ethic should be his middle name, Nate Hunt, on Episode 110
May 12, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBNo wonder Nate Hunt is so good at what he does for Jackson Motorsports and Events, he had work ethic drilled into him from a young age. Listen in as Nate tells us how he landed the job, what life was like between naps and where he likes to spend his time now. Great listen, good stories, good people – our favorite kind of podcast! 3:06 – meet farm boy Nate 12:21 – third in my class, on the podium 18:10 – You’re only as good today as your practice 25:06 – those tires have been sitting on ...
Work ethic should be his middle name, Nate Hunt, on Episode 110
May 12, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBNo wonder Nate Hunt is so good at what he does for Jackson Motorsports and Events, he had work ethic drilled into him from a young age. Listen in as Nate tells us how he landed the job, what life was like between naps and where he likes to spend his time now. Great listen, good stories, good people – our favorite kind of podcast! 3:06 – meet farm boy Nate 12:21 – third in my class, on the podium 18:10 – You’re only as good today as your practice 25:06 – those tires have been sitting on ...
King of the full-size GMCs, Stephen Watson on Episode 109
May 05, 2022 06:00 - 2 hours - 90.1 MBStephen Watson of Off Road Design shares growing up in rural Colorado to wheeling experiences all over the country. The King of Full-Size, especially GMC’s, Stephen has a storied history. Listen in on your favorite podcast app, or dive in on YouTube – wherever you are, we’ve got your content ready for you. 5:21 – learning how to steer at 3 or 4 years old 14:02 – the magic is less when you know how things work 27:53 – I think there would be more value for most people by just spending more ...
Classic over-achiever, Tom Yash, shares his life on Episode 108
April 28, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBTom Yash brings a ton to the table for any industry company he works for. He’s got all the classic over-achiever qualifications we can all relate to. Never satisfied with just one thing, he’s always building and growing. Loved this interview, Tom is a great guy, easy to be around, and always up for a beverage or two. We appreciate his participation in Dirt Riot and his contributions to 4Low Magazine. 3:55 – teacher called me a hammerhead 8:44 – who here knows how to drive a stick? 11:35 ...
WE Rock Spotter, Russell Battles, making great decisions on Episode 107
April 21, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBMaking good decisions for his family, work, and team, Russell Battles brings patience and discipline to the sport of rockcrawling and life. Listen in on your favorite podcast app or on YouTube. Always good to hear from our friends, a little history, a little present, a bit of the future. 7:48 - …the scout went down the road 12:45 – First phone call to Marlin Crawler 15:40 – know exactly what you want and don’t let them tell you can’t 20:15 – in Abu Dhabi, we were doing something that ...
Low-voltage electronics and off-road, with Mike Stump on Episode 106
April 14, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBMike Stump – from off-road to electronics, back to off-road with electronics. Yep, we all come full-circle. Give Episode 106 a listen on your favorite podcast channel – or YouTube! Yep, we release on YouTube now at the same time as we release everywhere else – be sure to Subscribe to the channel: Big Rich Klein. 7:49 – they gave me lots of candy 13:28 – we’re going to have beachfront property! 20:00 – just call me Push Start 23:30 – I was kinda a liability. 42:24 – the first black diam...
Competitive newcomer, Skip Scott, on Episode 105
April 07, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBThe start of the 3rd season of the podcast sees off-road newcomer, Skip Scott, share his story of how he got started with off-road, competition, and this new phase of life. It’s important to remember that all histories matter, new and old, all tell the history of off-road. Thanks for joining us Skip. 5:37 – let’s get the hell out of this Burg! 11:37 – we’re communicating, sir! 17:53 – no one wants to hear your ideas 26:02 – I want somebody to want me and to be valuable 33:37 – I’m free ...
Season Two Recap for Episode 104
March 31, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 81.1 MBIt's been an awesome two years of podcasting at Conversations of Big Rich. In this episode we share the stats and some highlights. 102 guests: 91 men, 11 women 8114 minutes of content 52,000 downloads with over 4 million minutes listened to Episodes mentioned: Bob Bower – Episode 55 and 56 Jack Bettio – Episode 75 Emily Miller – Episode 29 Larry McRae – Episode 15 Rob Bender Park – Episode 8 Charlie Melchner – Episode 4 Then enjoy a replay of Episode #1 The first, the pillar episod...
Epic Phil Norvold of Max-Bilt fame on episode 103
March 24, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBLet’s do Epic Sh*T! You will laugh out loud with us on this episode of Conversations with Big Rich. Guest, Phil Norvold, founder of Max-Bilt Offroad is a natural storyteller, come along for the adventure that starts with a pizza. We talk Max-Bilt, leading, Epic Willy’s Adventure, and Mo-hab! 6:39 – I liked taking things apart, if they went back together that was a bonus! 13:04 – not only did I fix a problem, I made somebody’s day 22:55 – old is cool 32:07 – good thing your middle name i...
Off-road videographer, Crazy Doug Hayduk, on Episode 102
March 17, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBCrazy Doug with some crazy stories. Shooting golf clubs, racing down ski hills on wheels, blood boosting, cocoa leaves, Baja, rockcrawling. If it includes adventure, this episode has it. Join Doug Hayduk and Big Rich for Episode 102. 5:28 – I won the hill climb three years in a row. 9:53 – I was charge with solving the welding cracking problems on titanium 14:41 – mountain bikers were a little more counterculture 20:36 – I always thought the ultimate opportunity was to use my engineering...
Warn’s PR Manager, Andy Lilienthal, on Episode 101
March 10, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBHooked on cars since age 2, Andy Lilienthal is now Warn Industries Strategic Communications Manager. That seems like a mouthful, what you need to know about Andy is that he’s a cars and community kinda guy. He can talk about them, write about them, and work on them. Our kind of human. Listen in as Andy gives us some background on how he got to this point in his career. 2:44 – Hot Wheels were my jam. 7:34 – people swap sides of the desk all the time from editors to PR people 11:27 – united...
Modern Jeeper, Corey Osborne, on Episode 100
March 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBA renaissance man, Corey Osborne keeps re-inventing himself and his ideals by learning everything he can. From corporate suit to off-road guy, Corey brings the CTI trailer to the masses for conversation and insight. Join him at Modern Jeeper online or one of their many adventures. 3:57– It’s a demented curiosity… 13:43 – are you sure this is something you want to do? 21:37 – so that’s why you have a yellow Jeep! 27:54 – …literally having a party for a year and a half straight! 32:22 – y...
Alan Woodson of Axis Fab on Episode 99
February 24, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBAlan Woodson of Axis Fabrication, an OG rockcrawler, dishes dirt with Rich on Episode 99. A true east coast competitor, Alan shares his love of travel and building with all of us. 3:13– growing up in a big, little city 11:17 – Scott bailed me out 19:14 – Full Disclosure: I did something to deserve the ability to not have my license 39:13 – let me tell you about how I met Charlie 48:07 – anything west of Tennessee is just a different mentality 56:12 – I’m definitely doing Axis Fab 59:4...
IH8MUD founder, Brian “Woody” Swearingen, on Episode 98
February 17, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBIH8MUD founder, Brian “Woody” Swearingen, was on the internet before most of us knew what it was. Driving one of his 8 vehicles on the hardest core trails, you find Woody wherever the people are. Check out this episode number 98 4:05– we mowed seven days a week, every hour that we could 9:56 – I basically scrubbed floors and cleaned toilets in a suit and tie for years 11:13 – the better you are at continuing to learn new thing, the better you will be 18:33 – I laid in the driveway under ...
Rusty's Off-Road, Rusty Megois talks strategy and friendships on Episode 97
February 10, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBWork seems to be the only word in Rusty Megois’ vocabulary. Owner of Rusty’s Off-Road in Rainbow City, Alabama, Rusty shares the friendships that have helped him through the changes in the industry. 3:12– a neighbor started fueling the fire for being outdoorsl 8:34 – I try to push my guys to do more and do better 14:50 – I just brought more knowledge that I was acquiring on the west coast back home 26:37 – and thank God, along came the XJ Jeep Cherokee 36:52 – I understand you have a bu...
Multi-faceted, Poly Dave Schlossberg tells his story on Episode 96
February 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBMulti-faceted, Poly Dave Schlossberg tells his story on Episode 96. Bringing the energy, experience, and education to build things that are more than the sum of their parts, Synergy and Poly Performance are running at full steam. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app. 4:24 – …he wrapped his whole house in tin foil 15:04 – I had passed out and spilled some Goldschlager on my chest, and this bear… 18:34 – I kinda subscribe to the philosophy that there’s always an angle, right? 21:...
East coast native, engineer Scott Trimarco on Episode 95
January 27, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBKnowing what you want to do from first grade. Priceless. Meet Scott Trimarco, the pump guy. Scott is the man when it comes to hydraulic steering pumps – high flow applications is where his product thrives. Listen in to hear how all that came about. Scott’s Custom Offroad. www.scottscustomoffroad.com 10:28 – I want to design cars 15:18 – she’d make shirts with the pocket upside down… 23:03 – oh, yeah, I lived on Pirate 32:03 – you get one free day 36:25 – I borrowed garages for foreve...
Living life on his own terms, Randy Ellis on Episode 94
January 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBLiving life on his own terms, Randy Ellis, on Episode 94. From tearing up trucks to building them, Randy is chasing sunshine in Mexico now on Simplify. Listen in as Big Rich and Randy share what it was like in the Phoenix desert when rockcrawling was still new. 5:06 – vroom, vroom dad 14:04 – at 16, I started flipping cars 17:56 – If you boys are going to play, you got to learn how to fix ‘em 23:02 – I messed up so many things, but that’s how you learn 32:35 – you started out building y...
Christian Hazel of MotorTrend Group on Episode 93
January 13, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBClassically trained guitarist to self-proclaimed Jeep guy, Christian Hazel of MotorTrend Group on Episode 93. There’s a lot about Christian you wouldn’t guess by his outward appearance. Rock-n-roller, scientific editor, long-distance commuter, listen in to find out where his story began and where he is now with all the changes MotorTrend had undergone. 3:53 – that’s the kind of spirit Boston has 8:31 – my heart and soul were in this other genre of music 13:47 – I just got up and walked ou...
All-American badass, JT Taylor, on Episode 92
January 06, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBAll-American Badass, JT Taylor, on Episode 92. JT is currently the race director for American Offroad Endurance working with Mid-America Outdoors, but that’s just the latest feather in his cap. Former race director at Ultra4, racer extraordinaire in all forms of go-fast, especially Baja. JT has seen and done more than most. Listen in for a few chuckles, a lot of history, and more info about What's Next. 2:45 – the grease went outta my knees 9:21 – the e-brake came in handy when you pass...
Trending on Episode 91 is Lee Riser, Senior Director of Marketing at Truck Hero off-road brands
December 30, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBTrending on Conversations with Big Rich is Senior Director of Marketing for Jeep & Off-Road Brands at Truck Hero, Lee Riser. Lee chased her career around Monroe, Louisiana with Superlift and Skyjacker, landing at Truck Hero recently. Listen in on a marketing 101 class for anyone in the industry. We support strong women in off-road!. 1:54 – This industry is definitely where I’ve grown up 11:36 – “I hired you as my replacement, so I’m handing it over” 20:05 – We like to align ourselves with...
Serial Entrepreneur Chris Overacker on Episode 90
December 23, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBSerial entrepreneur Chris Overacker on Episode 90. Founder of Stage West Offroad Outfitters, Mountain Off-Road Enterprises, and CODE 4x4 talks engineering, building, marketing, Jeeps, and full-size. 4:22 – “Well, you must not have been trying very hard!” 8:12 – I found the light! 13:11 – How come you didn’t tell me that slider was in there backward?? 21:18 – Lee Sharp was a fantastic mentor 26:50 – I don’t want to be competitors with you 32:15 – “Why don’t you export product and impor...
Your Off-Road Connection, Keith Bailey on Episode 89
December 16, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBYour Off-Road Connection, Keith Bailey, from Alabama shares off-road, wheeling and Ultimate Adventure with Big Rich on Episode 89. 4:22 – It’s called fishing, not catching 13:37 – Gray Rock came along at the best time 20:30 – I don’t know if the mods ever stopped on that ‘84 26:43 – Debbie gave me the confidence to quit and go full-time 32:26 – Since ’03, I haven’t missed a UA since 44:02 – if you have more room, you bring more things 46:05 – bolt-on things are not that simple 52:39...
Austin "Fish" Farner, the FishDood, on Episode 88
December 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBThe Fishdood, Austin “Fish” Farner joins Rich for Episode 88. Right seat, left seat, media, Fish has done it all. Listen in as they talk desert racing and Fishgistics. 5:19 – Where does Fish come from? 9:09 – we raced in the 1450 class back in the day 14:57 – you can barely get a flat tire anymore and expect to win a race 20:58 – “Oh my God, is he really doing that right now?” 27:51 – Anybody could get in a trophy truck and with a little skill you could go finish a race 34:16 – what’s ...
VORRA champion from days passed, Steve Sullivan, on Episode 87
December 02, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBFrom heavy equipment in third-world countries to desert racing, Steve Sullivan has seen more than most. He’s a good guy to have in your corner on a bad day. Listen in on Episode 87 as Steve and Big share old stories of VORRA. 4:15 – it was a nickel a day for all you could drink lemonade 8:23 – everybody that was in Cycle News was at that birthday party 13:30 – you’ve seen the movie Blood Diamonds, we were the real guys 20:45 – “Well, it’s not the same!” she was kind of mad 26:22 – I co...
A Man in Uniform, Del Albright, on Episode 86
November 25, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBA man in uniform, Del Albright has worn them all. Join us for an insightful look into Del’s life and career on Episode 86. We’re talking band, military, firefighting, and land use in just a quick minute. 3:32 – Leave it to Beaver incarnate 7:15 – we’d stop when we got to the Colorado River 16:38 – I needed some padding in the back of this 58 station wagon – to transport my musical instruments … 23:09 – I did everything combat the United States Army had to offer 28:46 – I’ve been in unif...
On Episode 85, Ricky Artes, the Kingpin of Florida wheeling
November 18, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBJeepers Den and Ricky Artes are synonymous with Florida wheeling. You’ll find Ricky everywhere. Check out how he got started and where he’s going from here in Episode 85 of Conversations with Big Rich. 5:56 – I need to get out of the sun 12:39 – the biggest thing was customer service and work ethic 20:56 – I’m still pulling sand out of my Jeep 30:51 – I was still painting the damn showroom 38:16 – I do a full rollover in the air, land on my tires, my Ray-Bans were crooked 42:13 – you ...
Current president of Terra Del Sol Jeep club, Bill Kassler, on episode 84.
November 11, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBCurrent president of Terra Del Sol Jeep club, Bill Kassler, on episode 84. TDS hosts the annual Desert Safari on state parks lands near Ocotillo Wells. They are gearing up for their 60th anniversary, Bill shares what their plans are. Stay tuned, it’s going to be a good one. 3:17 – the beginning of On Any Sunday was any day in SoCal 6:21 – motorcycles kept us out of trouble 13:17 – I did some trails and I was terrified 23:37 – the history of the club 40:34 – yeah, we draw a crowd! 43...
Madagascar, Egypt, and tech on Episode 83 with Verne Simons
November 04, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBSaharan desert driver to tech editor, the path Verne Simons took along the way. There is science involved in episode 83 of Conversations with Big Rich. 1:52 – we’re all kind of married to this thing called off-road 8:52 – I stayed in a Bedouin tent as kid in the middle of the desert 12:49 – the ladies are in charge (we’re talking about lemurs here!) 19:32 – you don’t get pulled over in the Sahara desert for driving without a license 31:30 – it was like a lightbulb went off! 42:50 – it ...
Energetic entrepreneur, Greg Higgs, on Episode 82
October 28, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBEnergetic entrepreneur, Greg Higgs, has traveled many routes around the world. Join us as the Fab Fours founder talks about bumpers, soapboxes, and supply chains. Episode 82 of Conversations of Big Rich. 3:18 – we bought that money pit 13:26 – drinking a beer around the same exact fire 17:27 – just the terrain and humidity changes 23:48 – a motto I’ve half-lived with – if you can dream it, I can build it 35:57 – what is the aspirational element of man? 41:37 – perfect segue to my soap...
Rebelle Rally Champion, Nena Barlow, on Episode 81
October 21, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBComing off a fresh win at the Rebelle Rally, Champion Nena Barlow, shares life, training, adventure, and the 2021 Rebelle with us. A master trainer, business owner, and self-proclaimed off-road enthusiast, Nena provides a lot of insight into what makes a perfect Rebelle and how others can better their experience. 3:30 – Jeeps and trucks and tractors, I drove everything 7:55 – I get claustrophobic in cities 12:43 – Jeep rentals were a natural fit for the business 17:11 – I saw the picture...
Lifelong outdoor enthusiast, Kurt Schneider, in Episode 80
October 14, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBLifelong outdoor enthusiast, Kurt Schneider in Episode 80. Wearing a lot of hats: teacher, coach, land use advocate, Kurt influences others, the right way, by telling stories. 4:59 – heads we go to Florida, tails we go west, and it came up tails 8:07 – Life is about experiences 12:01 – there are pine trees! 13:45 – my dad introduces me to Ansel Adams 19:31 – close the hood and walk away 24:20 – my kids are working on stuff on the side of the road, just like me 36:50 – no good story ...
Frank the Tank on Episode 79!
October 07, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBFrank the Tank on Episode 79! Listen in on Frank Alioto’s journey from mechanical engineer to Edelbrock to where he is now. His no-nonsense attitude after a life-altering accident has him back in an LJ and on the trails. This is a good one! 5:01 – we went 2 miles an hour all day and I had the best time! 9:07 – I did burnouts on Woodward in Detroit 12:58 – my first job out of college was designing shock absorbers in Sutter Creek 16:05 – the 405 is at least as tough on vehicles as the Rub...
RJ Brown rounding out the trio of Farmington celebs on Episode 78
September 30, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBRounding out our trio of Farmington celebs is RJ Brown. The older of the Brown brothers, RJ brings a wealth of knowledge of the early days of rockcrawling and the characters involved. Listen in for some fun with RJ. 4:06 – we didn’t have any big city problems then 7:58 – the start of my motorsports type stuff 11:54 – I worked at a junkyard for free on Saturdays to get parts 14:17 – my dad was one of the cooler dads 19:22 – Harold Off gave us a Jeep to build 25:12 – when did you go with...
Are you driver enough? Ask Phil Collard, the original ARCA course designer
September 23, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBAre you driver enough? OG course designer, Phil Collard, talks course setting philosophy with Big Rich. It’s interesting to hear how the original ARCA designer set courses. Phil’s had a long, full life since then. Join us to learn more. 5:55 – I saw them help more people with problems 9:26 – how did you get started setting courses? 13:38 – how did you set courses? 18:55 – it was a chess match between me and the rest of the world 24:39 – I learned how to do it without having to drive it...
Taking care of Business, Richard Jenkins in the Four Corners Region
September 16, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBTalk about being born into the sport! Richard (Rick) Jenkins has almost forty years experience and he just turned 40 this year. A player in the 4 Corners area, Rick has been instrumental in elevating Chokecherry Canyon and the Farmington area into the iconic wheeling area it is. Stick around and learn more of his history, from being in the crib in the back of an International Scout2 to leading Jeep Jamboree in Ouray and trail leading at EJS. If it’s in the Four Corners, you’ll find Rick ou...
80 Years of Adrenaline with Jack Bettio on Episode 75
September 09, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBEighty years of adrenaline isn’t slowing Jack Bettio down. Join us on Episode 75 for a look back at the early years of rockcrawling. Jack has some gems in here. East coast driver knows all the good guys. 4:52 – the alternate runway for the space shuttle is 14 miles long 9:06 – I was teaching for GM, but didn’t want to travel to teach 11:10 – might as well do this legal like 16:29 – the car I set the SeaGas record in has been restored 22:07 – I slipped out of the seatbelt and fell 75 fe...
Helluva nice guy, Matt Hodges, on Episode 74
September 02, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBHelluva nice guy, Matt Hodges, shares the richness of life on Episode 74. You know him from Red Neck Ram and West Texas Off Road, but there is much more to the story. From his love of family and travel to his redneck engineering and the soft spot he holds for those less abled, meeting Matt on the trail is one of life’s pleasures. 3:10 – the Hodges’ Family Zoo 6:51 – driving on the highway to the ranch at 11 years old 13:46 – Marine Corps intelligence is just asinine 19:07 – I could let m...
Episode 73 with Don Alexander: Trainer, Racer, Journalist
August 26, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBSometimes you meet people in the industry and “think” you know their story. This one surprised me. Fifty years of hotrods, over 20 published books, training at the highest levels and all this before off-road became what we knew him for. Don Alexander has a storied past, listen in and enjoy. 3:34 – go carts at age 11l 5:52 – always pushing the RPM limits 13:57 – professor changed my trajectory – not in the way you’d think 28:36 – connecting off-road guys through our industry 34:47 – it’...
Episode 72 features architect Cora Jokinen, owner of TorqMasters Industries
August 19, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBThere’s no grass growing under her feet, that’s for sure! Owner of TorqMasters Industries, Cora Jokinen, shares the divergent path that got her to the place she’s at today. But she’s not done yet! TorqMasters releases a new product every two months, Cora is involved with SEMA, competes in the Rebelle, and is building the space she aspires to own. With her architectural background and her husband, Erik, and bestie, Petunia at her side, this woman is unstoppable. 3:16 – hockey was my focus ...
Jason Conover of the PNW is tending to unfinished business in Episode 71
August 12, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBA man who takes his hobbies seriously, from welder to fabricator to three-gun shooting to RC cars and back again. Jason Conover, Snort Clown to those in the know, of the PNW is back on the block tending to unfinished business in Episode 71. 6:12 – I was not into any of the social networks 9:40 – there was nowhere to spend your money 12:19 – that’s when the four-wheeling bug kinda caught 17:25 – up here it’s more like tree dodging or moshing 21:45 – almost kind of like a gamertag, a lit...
Everything is Figure-outable with Jesse Haines in Episode 70
August 05, 2021 06:00 - 2 hours - 84.6 MBFrom Monster Truck lover to world-class buggy fabricator, Jesse Haines tells his history in fabrication and rock crawling. His focus and drive have brought him to the pinnacle of his career with his family and friends cheering him on. If anyone can “figure it out” it’s Jesse Haines. 4:13 – my goal in life was to own a Monster Truck 9:22 – we had some Epic Fights 12:04 – by the time I was done with the field trip, I’m like No, I’m not doing this 19:21 – first off-road competition was the...
45 Years of Sales, Marketing and Media with Jim Ryan on Episode 69
July 29, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBMarketing and Sales Director at SCORE, Jim Ryan, previously publisher at Dirt Sports and various Peterson publications gives us some insight into how a driven young man has put eyes on so much media over the years. From Cycle News to SCORE, and the ups in between. 4:06 – Cycle News, the internet of Motorcycle Motorsports World 7:16 – Senior project was to sell myself 10:28 – getting really organized, really fast 15:03 – Mr. Peterson’s publishing banner, he had done everything he could po...