Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast
484 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 205 ratingsOvercrest delves into news, obscure history, transportation culture, and the changing nature of the technological landscape with humor and the unique perspective of professional journalism. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
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Cooler Than You Think: A Frosty Tale of AC Technology
April 11, 2024 16:41 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBFrom Frederick Tudor's ice trade revolution to the game-changing innovations in automotive air conditioning, this podcast explores the fascinating history and impact of refrigeration. Join Kris, Jake, and Austin from AC Solutions as they delve into the challenges, innovations, and environmental considerations that have shaped the way we keep cool. https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
In Your Car, Nothing is Private. Not even your Privates.
April 04, 2024 11:01 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBIn this episode dashboard confessionals take on a whole new meaning in hideously vague and violative auto manufacturer privacy policies. The guys also chat about what year is the best year to own cars from and the news of the week. Join The Drivers Club! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub 00:00 Introduction 09:00 Choosing a Single Year of Production Cars 21:46 Car for Sale: 1984 TVR 280i with 650 Miles 46:41Car Brands and Privacy 53:50 Lego my Mugshot --- Support thi...
Mexico City to Newfoundland in a VW Beetle
March 28, 2024 10:35 - 1 hour - 193 MBManuel and Maria share their journey around the world from Mexico City to Newfoundland Canada. In a Beetle! They're working on a film with the journey, it will be called Leaving the Frame. Before we get there, Jake and Kris talk about Kris' terrible car habit, and the 944 he almost bought...I hope you guys enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast Leaving the frame Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leavingtheframe/?hl=...
Andy Boulet / Formula 1 Wind Tunnel Engineer
March 21, 2024 10:47 - 1 hour - 77.8 MBAndy Boulet is an engineer with Racing Bulls Formula 1 (Formerly Alpha Tauri). He is a member of the wind tunnel and wind tunnel model building team. https://www.instagram.com/andyboulet/ https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub 00:00 Introduction 14:43 Career Aspirations and Studying Motorsport Engineering 24:55 The Harsh Reality of the Real World 31:09 Transition from Grocery Store to Formula One 39:01 Simulation and Testing in Wind Tunnel 45:17 Dealing with Pressure and Tenac...
How the NSA and it's Worm (Probably) Doomed Our World
March 14, 2024 10:59 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBAll it takes is one little worm, and it's all over. This is how and why the NSA dominated another country with some ingenious and insidious lines of code. Https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub 00:00 Introduction 07:22 Nuclear Fission and Uranium Enrichment 22:53 Mystery of Failing Centrifuges 28:37 The Discovery of the Worm 55:29 Surprise Guest: Ben Powell 01:07:15 The Covert Operation to Deploy Stuxnet --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/o...
Stolen Ferraris / Jake Has a Little (Th)Dingy
March 07, 2024 11:46 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBCome listen Kris make fun of Jake's very dumb boat. Drivers Club: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub discord: https://discord.gg/e7g9ECMPeZ 00:00 Intro 01:11 Jake's Really Stupid Boat 21:17 The Recovery of a Stolen Ferrari 25:34 Details of the Stolen Ferrari Incident 29:35 Comparison of Formula One Cars from Different Eras 34:00 Introduction to CSF Cooling 34:48 Discussion about the Van 40:34 Evolution of the Ford Supervan 48 :18 Apple Car and Electric Cars 54:00 ...
Ep 456: Jake Bought a Little (Th)Dingy / Supervans / Stolen Ferraris
March 07, 2024 11:46 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBCome listen to Kris make fun of Jake's very dumb boat. Drivers Club: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub discord: https://discord.gg/e7g9ECMPeZ 00:00 Intro 01:11 Jake's Really Stupid Boat 21:17 The Recovery of a Stolen Ferrari 25:34 Details of the Stolen Ferrari Incident 29:35 Comparison of Formula One Cars from Different Eras 34:00 Introduction to CSF Cooling 34:48 Discussion about the Van 40:34 Evolution of the Ford Supervan 48 :18 Apple Car and Electric Cars 54:00 Dodge's A...
Amanda Busick: Perseverance, Integrity, Reporting, and Women's Role in Motorsport
February 29, 2024 14:55 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBAmanda Busick has extensive experience covering motorsport events like NASCAR and IndyCar, NHRA, and more. Her engaging storytelling and deep understanding of the sport provide listeners with unique insights into the drivers, teams, and the pit lane moments that define each personalities and events at each race. 00:00 - Introduction and Background 07:13 - Early Interest in Media and Broadcasting 09:42 - Work Ethic and Overcoming Challenges 14:44 - Transition to Motorsports 19:36 - Work Ethi...
Debunking Rusty Teslas \ A Lead Filled Schoolbus \ E = MC^2
February 21, 2024 10:51 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBTeslas dont rust, do they? News, and updates. Special guest Jeff Brown from Griots Garage. Support the Drivers Club: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub 00:00 Introduction 04:57 Rust and the Cybertruck 08:03 Tesla Cybertruck Rusting 15:37 Stainless Steel and Rust 22:16 Cybertruck's Stainless Steel Composition 26:03 Environmental Contaminants 29:05 Deposits and Fallout 30:3 1 Tesla Cybertruck Rust Issue 51:21 - Satellite Crash into Earth's Atmosphere 53:31 - The For...
Motoring While Black / Rashod Bacon
February 14, 2024 11:44 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBRashod Bacon is a tech veteran, photographer, storyteller, and founder of Motoring While Black. 00:00 Growing Up in South Central LA and Car Culture 10:57 Different Car Scenes and Segregation 15:18 Awareness of Blackness and Racial Tensions 23:25 Motoring While Black and Celebrating Black Motoring Enthusiasts 42:28 Operating with Integrity and Inclusion 43:25 Creating a Sense of Belonging 44:23 Taking Ownership and Stepping into Unfamiliar Spaces 54:08 The Importance of Personal Aut...
Classic Car Market Imploding? / Expert Analysis: Colin Comer
February 07, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 65 MBIs the classic car market in decline? The guys chat with Colin Comer, an industry expert on the state of the market, weathering downturns, and strategies for a "good buy". The guys also discuss the news of the week. https://www.instagram.com/colinsclassicauto/ https://colinsclassicauto.com/ https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub 00:06 Intro 11:06 Guest: Colin Comer 32:53 News --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Porsche's Fear is On Display / Clarkson is Fat / Weinermobiles
January 31, 2024 16:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBThe guys discuss news, and projects. Check out the drivers club for the full episode! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub 00:00 Introduction and Discussion on the New Porsche Macan 10:45 The Controversial Nature of Porsche's Marketing 17:29 Jeremy Clarkson is Old and Fat 20:16 Porsche Taycan's Nurburgring Record 24:00 The Surging Sales of the Mazda MX-5 (Miata) 26:20 Mercedes-Benz's Venture into Classic Cars 31:07 Mercedes and BMW's Shift to Electric Vehicles 37:05 BMW's Commi...
Nikita Bridan / Oilstainlab
January 24, 2024 15:02 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBNikita is the co-founder of oilstainlab and a key creative and designer of many of the cars you see on the road today, and will see in the future. Nikita comes on the podcast to talk about the Half11 project, the future of Oilstainlab, and the future of car design. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
The Wrong Side of History / Cold / Projects/ Ai / News
January 17, 2024 12:05 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBJake, and Kris cover a range of topics in this episode, from cold weather and driving habits to Jeep build quality and car modifications using CAD. They delve into challenges faced during the modification process and touch on AI in customer service. The conversation also spans the Vinfast controversy, government restrictions on road signs, electric road charging in Florida, and new nuclear battery technology. Tune in for a dynamic discussion on cars, technology, and more. 00:01 Intro 08:03...
Ron Zaras / Life Before, During, and After Hoonigan
January 10, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBJoin Ron Zaras, former Hoonigan storyteller, and brand strategist, and all around swiss army knife as he reflects on his dynamic journey in automotive storytelling. Delve into his early influences, the challenges of modern storytelling, and Hoonigan's growth and film expansion. Gain insights into Gymkhana films, Ken Block's impact, and the legacy of Hoonigan. Ron also shares his thoughts on transitions within Hoonigan and offers a glimpse into his future plans, including collaborations with ...
Best Cars to Buy in 2024 / Joel Feder
January 03, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 213 MBJoel Feder hops on to chat the process and outcome of Motor Authority's Best Car To Buy 2024. Check out the articles and more here: https://www.motorauthority.com/bestcartobuy Join the Drivers Club! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
How Does Santa DO IT!? A Very Special Christmas Special
December 20, 2023 11:19 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBSanta Claus himself joins the podcast to help the guys wrap their minds around how he makes Christmas possible. 00:00:00 Intro 00:17:54 Santa 00:29:50 Outro Support the Show: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Its Over for the Grand Tour. Again.
December 13, 2023 12:16 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBJoel Feder joins the podcast to talk Tesla. The guys chat news. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Golden Rules of Car Buying
December 06, 2023 12:28 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBJake and Kris talk about the Golden Rules of Car buying and give some great negotiation tactics. Support the show! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
The Cult of GTR / Ryan K Zummallen
November 29, 2023 12:04 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBRyan K Zummallen, journalist and author joins the podcast to talk about the wild following behind one of the most legendary cars of all time. The Nissan GTR Check out his book here: https://www.carrarabooks.com/store/cult-of-gtr-book-wangan-edition And check out the Overcrest Discord! https://discord.gg/UCf2tMnbca And of course, the drivers club overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
This Episode Never Ever Stops
November 22, 2023 11:46 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBProjects, car acquisitions, news, and whether the Prius is actually cool, or if we're devolving as a car culture. Support Overcrest: www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
How the Porsche GT4E Performance Changes Everything
November 15, 2023 12:17 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MBOliver Schwab, head of Porsche's new GT4E Program, joins the podcast to talk about the prototype 718, and how Porsche is making moves to adapt to the future of motorsport. Support the Show! https//www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Jake's Really Bad No Good Super Unfortunate Week
November 08, 2023 11:24 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBJake has a very Bad week. News. The indominitable Joel Feder. Support Overcrest: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
FULL Version: How a Piece of Shit Car Saved My Life
November 01, 2023 18:09 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MBKris narrates how a project car helped him cope with mental health. The article had its inception in the Overcrest Drivers Club. Hear more content like this, and a ton of other exclusive content by joining. http://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
A Veyron, The Rally, and a Cursed BMW 2002
October 25, 2023 10:52 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBKris and Jake talk about Veyrons and the rally. Jeff joins the podcast to chat how the Roadside Popup shop developed and the story of the cursed 2002. Note: The audio is not great for Kris, we've had a ton of trouble with riverside. our apologies. We'll get things straightened out from here onwards. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Mike Burroughs - Australia, Time Attack, Ego, Ferraris & Outback Steakhouse
September 20, 2023 11:54 - 1 hour - 71.6 MBMike Burroughs is the founder of Stanceworks, a perpetually learning fabricator, and one of the most dedicated and driven content creators we know. Check out Part 1 of his Time Attack journey to Australia here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T55ogjOImBc Support Overcrest! Join the Drivers Club https://ww --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Who Won the Overcrest Free Ride Trip?
September 13, 2023 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBK&J reveal the winner of the Eric Augustyn Overcrest Free Ride Scholarship. Byron and Khalil from Leichtbauwerkstatt come on to chat about their shop and building the BMW E30. Join the Drivers Club and support Overcrest: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub https://overcrestproductions.com/pages/scholarship https://www.instagram.com/leichtbauwerkstatt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Thomas Walk / Artifacts / Type7 / The Porsche Archive
September 06, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBThomas Walk is a Photographer, and Creative Director at Erg Media, the engine (along with Porsche AG) behind Type7, a Porsche oriented lifestyle, social media, and publication brand. The name derives from Typ 754, the first Prototype for what later turned out to be the 911. In this episode we discuss their' work at the Porsche archive in Zuffenhausen, and what it took to document it for Type7's new book: Artifacts. Check out Type7's book, "Artifacts" here: https://erg.media/pages/artifact...
Jake Moritz - La Collezione Italiana / The Italian Golden Era
August 29, 2023 16:45 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBJake Moritz joins the podcast to talk about the beauty of classic italian beauty for the everyman. Check out La Collezione Italiana:https://www.borgopignano.com/en/experiences/la-collezione-italiana.html Check out the hotel!https://www.borgopignano.com/en/suites-e-rooms/ Join the Drivers club and support the show:Https://www.overcrestproductions.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
The Legendary Lockheed Skunkworks
August 22, 2023 20:15 - 53 minutes - 74.2 MBJake recounts the history of one of Americas most famous and covert operations - Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works. From the humble beginnings of the Lockheed brothers, to the formation of a secret, no bullsh*t development program by engineering genius “Kelly” Johnson, this is the story of the development (and name) that lead to the worlds most incredible aircraft. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Ravi Dolwani / How CSF Dominates it's Industry with Quality and Ingenuity
August 15, 2023 10:51 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBRavi is the founder of the racing and high performance division of CSF radiators. He joins to talk about creating a new division in a 4th generation, family owned company. CSF began with humble beginnings, founded by his great grandfather decades ago in Bombay India. https://www.instagram.com/csf_radiators/ Join the Drivers club! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Brett Smrz / How to Stuntdrive a 911 / (Or a Transformer)
August 08, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBBrett Smrz is a stuntdriver and former race car driver. He's appeared in a bunch of films such as 6 underground, Ant man and the Wasp, Mission Impossible 4, and of course, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. Check Brett out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smrzy/?hl=en Check out Drivers Inc Here: https://www.instagram.com/driversinc/?hl=en Join the Drivers club! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ove...
Porsche All But Admits Defeat / Jake's Patience is 0
August 01, 2023 10:42 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBThe guys talk monthly news, and projects. https://www.overcrestproductions.com for store, drivers club, and more --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Kris' Milkshake Brings all The Boys to the Yard
July 25, 2023 10:45 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBKris turns on story telling mode and talks stories of now, and the past. Jake talks about C10s and projects. Drivers Club Overcrest Discord Outro: Zach Bryan - Burn Burn Burn --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
She's Dead Jim. So What's Next for the w114?
July 18, 2023 11:06 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBThe guys talk a fateful trip to Road America and what happened to the w114. https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub Check the discord: https://discord.gg/6AZh6aUkjJ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
The Most Over-Rated Porsche of the 80's is.....
July 11, 2023 11:18 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBThe XXX is over-rated. We'll prove it. The guys also talk projects, pickles, rally, and news. Support Overcrest: www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Zac Beatty / Bring a Trailer
July 05, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBZac joins the podcast to help the guys get the most out of the Benz when it goes up for sale on BaT! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Felix Holst / Artist - Industrial Design Pioneer
June 27, 2023 15:55 - 1 hour - 79.2 MBKris and Felix Holst talk cinema, pikey, art, leadership, design, and much more... https://www.felixholst.com/ https://www.instagram.com/felixholst/?hl=en --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Alex Nelson / Automotive Design Engineer / FCP Euro
June 20, 2023 11:02 - 1 hour - 77 MBAlex nelson, Engineer at FCP Euro joins the podcast to talk about his personal drive, turning goals into reality, automotive design, and the future of the maker space. https://www.instagram.com/galavantory/ Join the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://www.ovecrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
PART TWO - Off-road racing in German metal - Toby and Nicole Pond of Scheel-Mann USA
June 12, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBThis is part two of our awesome interview with Toby and Nicole Pond of Scheel-Mann USA. In this second half, we get into the actual adventures of racing the NORRA 1000 in their own race-prepped Mercedes G-Wagen. This is an amazing interview filled with epic stories of struggle, triumph, perseverance, and comradery. Check out Scheel-Mann: scheel-mann.com Check out our Sponsors: autoanon.com mypetrolbox.com Check out the Drivers Club! overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- ...
Off-road racing in German metal - Toby and Nicole Pond of Scheel-Mann USA, PART ONE
June 06, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBThis week Jake is joined by Toby and Nicole Pond, owners of Scheel-Mann USA, the US-based arm of the legendary German seat manufacturer. Toby and Nicole discuss their epic journey(s) on the NORRA 1000 off-road race in Mexico, with their own race-prepped Mercedes G-Wagen. This is an amazing interview filled with epic stories of struggle, triumph, perseverance, and comradery. So full, in fact, that we needed to break it into two parts! Enjoy part one now! Check out Scheel-Mann: scheel-mann....
Luftgekuhlt Journey, Pt 2 / The Return to Exploration
May 29, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBKris recounts his trip home and the guys talk about fatherhood, and get.... really deep. https://www.overcresproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Its All Doom and Gloom Until it Isnt. Or is. Forever.
May 23, 2023 10:56 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBNews of the week, and Kris and Jake not agreeing. Https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
Overcrest LIVE - The ethos of exploration, and an unknown history
May 19, 2023 15:59 - 45 minutes - 62.2 MBJake dives deep into the Overcrest archives for our first ever live podcast recording. Kris recounts the Yugo adventure, the merits of automotive exploration, and Jake dives deep into a lesser known chapter of BMW's history… Check out our Sponsors: autoanon.com mypetrolbox.com Check out the Drivers Club! overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
How to get to Dick Shooter / Rally Secrets
May 16, 2023 13:40 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBThey guys talk rally, project, and more. Discord: https://discord.gg/6AZh6aUkjJ Fuses: https://www.amazon.com/Bullet-Ceramic-Torpedo-Flosser-Germany/dp/B00KO9F4GC/ Drivers Club: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
An Epic Luftgekuhlt Journey, Part 1
May 12, 2023 10:55 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBKris recalls the first half of his big road trip to snag his 91! and hit up Luftgekuhlt! Join the Drivers Club! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
"Pony" Up for this over 200mph News Episode
May 09, 2023 11:09 - 51 minutes - 47 MBNews of the Week with Kris and Jake... Support the show! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
The Future of Motoring Freedom
May 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBThe future of motoring is electric. But what does this mean for us driving our classic cars? Will it come to a point where it will be illegal or untenable to drive our older gas-powered cars? Are Kris's concerns of someday being told he can't drive what he wants, where he wants, actually valid? Jake is joined by our official unofficial Overcrest legal advisor Dave Aubrey to look at the laws, the structure of our government, and how it relates to regulations around motoring. Then, motoring ...
Author Randall Cannon - Motorsport, the Mob, and Vegas
April 28, 2023 11:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBIn a follow up to last week’s episode, we dive deeper into the turbulent history of motorsport in Las Vegas, joined this week by the expert on the subject- author, Randall Cannon. Randy’s Books: Caesars Palace Grand Prix: Las Vegas, Organized Crime and the Pinnacle of Motorsport Stardust International Raceway: Motorsports Meets the Mob in Vegas, 1965-1971 Check out our Sponsors: autoanon.com mypetrolbox.com Check out the Drivers Club! overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Suppo...
Joel Feder / How to (almost) Destroy a Chevy Colorado
April 25, 2023 12:58 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBFeder joins to tell stories from a press/media trip th check out the new Chevy Colorado ZR2. Check out his review here: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1139422_2023-chevrolet-colorado-zr2-test-drive-review Join The Drivers Club! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support