White Roof Radio - The MINI Cooper Podcast
198 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 179 ratingsWe talk about MINI Coopers, answer your questions about MINI Coopers and the occasional nerd topic like iPhones or Star Wars.
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End of the Year News
December 22, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBBig show to close out 2023! Full crew too! A quick heads up, it's not, it's the audio for this episode. And, we do go a little long. Lots of news from Motoringfile.com including: Gabe Demo's the new Car Play experience MF ordered one of the last Clubman More Aceman news Updated F66 Specs The MINI SE BMW CCA Needs Your MINI The MF Coupe All JCW News Long show. Don't forget to go over to BlackRoofRadio.com to download not 1, but 2 additional episodes! The first one has some great in...
Since Todd Already Bought One
November 03, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBComments are open! After a 2 week delay that was 100% my fault, I am proud to deliver the latest episode of White Roof Radio. Getting started with news and MINIUSA on again off again manual transmission status is finally updated, for reals, to no longer offering a manual transmission on any of the models. Of course, details on getting one can be found at MotoringFile Gabe also just wrapped up his stint with the worse named MINI in the history of MINI; The Untamed Edition. The short versio...
MINI is Going Electric
September 01, 2023 21:30 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBStarting off reminding you that MotoringFile.com is the only source for MINI Cooper news. If you disagree, or prefer to get MINI news elsewhere, please, let us know. Also, we have all pretty much stopped using X/Twitter and can find us on Threads (and, in my case, Mastodon too!</a>). Before getting into it, this is your reminder that there was a brand new episode of Black Roof available, 100% free of charge! Ok, with that out of the way, click over to MotoringFile and start scrolling. I rec...
Woofcast 691 - New MINI Interior
July 21, 2023 08:05 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBWe were able to check everything out earlier in the week and it's been difficult not sharing this sooner! While you listen, go ahead and open up to view the pictures and see what we are talking about. It's very cool! We teased this during . Remember, this is always a free download. While you are there, if you want to help keep WRR listener supported, you can do that too! Thank you for your support! Don't forget to get your favorite graphics and badges over at MotoringStripes.com, including...
Woofcast 690: Feels Like Getting out of an F150
July 04, 2023 19:47 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBTodd, Chad and db catching you up on all things MINI, directly from MotoringFile. We also had a great Black Roof Radio session prior to this show, and you can download it for free . Free as in beer, not free as in a zilliondy popup ads. Lots of news, lots of updates! and this will probably be edited again in the next few days.
White Roof Radio 689: They Should Have Called it Winston
April 27, 2023 22:28 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBBig show for you this week! Lots about electric MINIs, but first, let's begin by providing our thoughts about , and we might not have had anything nice to say about it. It's almost time to remind you about the awesome that was . Then we get right into the electric MINI stuff, starting with Gabe's latest . For those of you that are looking for our pre-show, you can find that, 100% free of charge, at . While you are there, if you would like to support the show, awesome! If not, that is totally...
Woofcast 688: The Electric MINI is Dead. Long live the electric MINI
March 30, 2023 05:31 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBWe woke up and realized that it's been quite a while since we last made a show. So, let's get right to it since I'm also terribly late getting this one posted! Kicking things off, a quick reminder is that there is a new episode of available to download. Once we get started, the title of the show pretty much describes what we were seeing at Motoringfile when we recorded. Needless to say, we are talking a lot about electric MINIs this episode. And nerd website stuff. And, Go Motoring (#IYKYK)....
Woofcast 687: db Sold his MINI
December 16, 2022 00:50 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBWe managed to rally together one more time before closing out 2022! A quick not to the affliates, we do go long. We are pretty sure all y'all won't mind. Catching up, (and replaced it with a ). His garage is now home to a BMW X3, which there will be more words about that coming (like, it really should be a wagon). Then, the latest news from MotoringFile, as usual! If you missed Gabe's review of the , go check it out if you want to find out what the next version of the Countryman will be like...
Woofcast 686 - You Aren't Driving Fast Enough
October 06, 2022 21:24 - 57 minutes - 78.7 MBWe still aren't driving very much, but Todd just got back from Philly, Detroit Tuned is still busy, Gabe is still pivoting. Mini (yes, Mini) Heritage Recharged, which is a classic Mini that has been fully converted to electric, to MINIs specifications. ! We also catch up with Gabe and his trip to the UK to attended which is a great story! He even got to meet and check out the MINI Strip Concept! Video: Paul Smith Talks To Us About The MINI Strip Concept - https://www.motoringfile.com/2022/1...
Woofcast 685: The Loss of a Legend
July 31, 2022 01:49 - 57 minutes - 46.2 MBStarting off with our rememberance of Mr. Paddy Hopkirk. He was a great human that we were all lucky enough to meet and interview. We are still looking for the interview we did we him, but fear it might have been lost to the great server outage of aught nine. Gabe catches us up on #mtts2022 and thank you to those of you that asked about Todd and I. We really appreciate that. Then, we have a little something to say about the . Don't forget , the pre show for each episode, available to you 100%...
Woofcast 684: MINI Going to the 'Ring
May 19, 2022 22:54 - 57 minutes - 46.1 MBThat's right. They attached a giant wing to a JCW GP to take it to the 'ring. Plus some #mtts2022 updates and a bit more on supply chain issues. I am still struggling to get caught up and hope to have the site up-to-date this week or early next. For those of you that keep with us, thank you! For those of you wondering where to get Black Roof Radio, you can download it for free at ! If you are still looking for the coolest #mtts2022 decals for your MINI before the big event, make sure to hea...
20 Years of MINI!
April 09, 2022 05:51 - 50 minutes - 40.8 MBI'm joined by Todd & Gabe and we spend dang near the entire episode talking about all the cool stuff that we have seen surrounding this car we all know and love so well. This was fun to record and we hope you enjoy listening! Side note, click over to blackroofradio.com and listen to the latest extra episode, again, free of charge if you so desire. After you listen, you will understand why I'm a little behind in getting the site updates, among other things. I hope to get a bunch of that done e...
White Roof Radio 682: A No ICE Garage
March 30, 2022 03:21 - 24 minutes - 19.6 MBdb interviews WRR Listener Niall Simpson about his experience with only having electric vehicles as his families daily drivers, including a '21 MINI SE.
White Roof Radio 681: Bring Back the Pop
March 17, 2022 21:40 - 57 minutes - 46.7 MBA whole bunch of new MINI stuff happening, and we've got the latest right here under the White Roof! Click over to with us to play the home game. Start with , move on to see how . Finish up with some Countryman news about , along with a new . Plus, Todd has a scoop on door handles for us, letting us know MINI handles will be flush, like BMWs, very soon! You heard it here first! Are you looking for #mtts2022 badges and decals? You know Todd as you covered! Click over to MotoringStripes () to ...
Woofcast 680: 2023 MINI Special Editions
February 11, 2022 21:27 - 54 minutes - 43.9 MBBig news this week and we jump right into it! In case you missed it, there are 3 new special editions that MINI announced this week; , and, quite possibly our favorite, . We take as deep a dive as we can on these and our looking forward to seeing this in person soon. Also from the in-case-you-missed-it files, MINI has a . As Gabe said, she has an impressive CV. Click over for the official release. A few other things we mentioned were the , which I think would be rad on the bonnet of the Club...
Woofcast 679: The F Car has Brought the Enthusiasm Back
January 30, 2022 21:49 - 1 hour - 54.4 MB#mtts2022 updates that we all know you guys have been jonesin' for and a lot of talk about community and enthusiasm. If you haven't done a MINI event in a while, you should. It is really coming back in a very big way! We also get an update from Todd about his JCW Countryman. Look around and you can find the photo of Todd's new F60 in the garage with his R59. It's cool! And, yes, White Roof Radio is now listener supported! Not only that, but EVERYONE now has access to Black Roof Radio! All of ...
Woofcast 678: The MINI You Loved to Hate
December 18, 2021 02:24 - 52 minutes - 42.5 MBFor our final show of 2021, we spend more than a fair share of time talking about the leaked 2024 MINI SE photos and the rest of the time talking about electric cars in general. Plus, a few other stories from (MotoringFile.com)[motoringfile.com]. Oh, and we might have been drinking sometime during or before this episode. We finish off talking about Todd's new MINIs. As mentioned, this is the last episode of 2021. We do have an inteview with Mike Peyton from the LA Auto that Gabe did a few wee...
Woofcast 677: BMW M5 CS vs MINI Cooper JCW vs the MINI Cooper
November 21, 2021 22:35 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBLet's start by talking about Bridger's DQ at Thermal. I was there and can verify what the line judge saw. That is not to say that he did not have the quickest run of the day, because he did. Then lets remember The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, as we originally discussed during (yes, it's there). If you are new here, this is a great insight into the history of White Roof Radio. Since the last time we met, it was just Gabe and I at (now with updated audio, as promised!), we spent some time ...
Woofcast 676: BMW MINI Test Fest
October 30, 2021 09:30 - 40 minutes - 33.3 MBYou probably already saw that Gabe and I were at BMW MINI Test Fest this week. We recorded some time in some very cool cars, but, most importantly, we got an interview with Mike Peyton and our pal Pat McKenna. I wanted to get this out to you guys quickly. Next show might be delayed because Todd is going to SEMA and you know he is taking his recording gear! Photos can be found and Instagram accounts. And we will be talking JCW and electric MINI when we come back!
Woofcast 675: The Cheapest Mod to Make You Feel Alive
October 23, 2021 00:28 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBSo, wrong show number not withstanding, this is Woofcast 675 and we do not mess around, getting right to it. The lack of window controls on the F56 in the center, not needing to double pull door handles and Gabe with his software issues. Oh, and electronic e-brake. Pour one out for the reverse J-Turn. On to a bunch of Ask Chad. Like, mods, mods, MODS! We know we need to come back to this further, and we will. But this was a great place for us to start! Especially remembering about doing a rea...
Woofcast 674: 85 Years of White Roof Radio
September 28, 2021 05:55 - 51 minutes - 41.5 MBY'all came this close (db pinches fingers) to getting an actual gin show this week. Instead, Gabe was able to join us so we talked about MINI stuff instead! Since Gabe joined us, we allowed him to wax poetic about his 2020 JCW Clubman (spoiler alert: he loves it) and we answer listener email! Oh, and you guys already watched the Goodwood Mini Race already, right? Spoil yourself, put it on the TV. Trust us. And, one more reminder about the survey. It only takes a few minutes and we would reall...
Woofcast 673: What Makes the F56 the Best MINI Ever
September 15, 2021 06:48 - 54 minutes - 44.9 MBThis week, it was decided that we should spend some time talking about the NFL. Oops, I mean the engines that are in the current generation of MINIs. Specifically, the B38 and, the Chevy 350 of BMW engines, the B48, which we discover goes into just about everything. LInks are below. Are you a mechanic? Live in Detroit? Know a mechanic in Detroit? Want to work for one of the most prominent MINI Cooper shops on the planet? Send your CV over to Detroit Tuned (resume@). Chad would love to talk t...
Woofcast #672 - Good in Small Doses
September 01, 2021 11:06 - 46 minutes - 37.7 MBFull crew this week and we jump right into Gabe's first impression of the 2021 MINI Convertible. He 1,000 miles with and thought it was a great car. Watch for his upcoming review at MotoringFile. If you have a few minutes to take our survey, we would really appreciate it! Link is below: https://forms.gle/aPWEzWXGJdWf19rX6
Woofcast 671: We Crack Ourselves Up
August 18, 2021 07:36 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBThis week catching up with finally, talk about the and Todd has the scoop on HK availability in upcoming deliveries and an interview with our buddy Pat McKenna! Oh, and Gabe is a jerk (his words!)! 2 things. #1, we want to see your #whiteroofradio! Show us your stickers or show us WRR on your playback device. Take to Twitter or Instagram, tag us and use the #whiteroofradio hashtag! #2, listen to the end of the show. Then, if you have a minute, , we want to hear from you. Good or bad. We wan...
Woofcast 670: Introducing the 2016 MINI Cooper Superleggera?
August 03, 2021 05:41 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBIt's good to be back. All MINIs, all the time here this week. I have joined the F56 club, Gabe has added an to his garage, and Todd just ordered 2 JCW MINIs because he says he isn't getting a GP3. We talked about quite a bit this episode, links are below. Don't forget to click over to and check out the products. Cool stuff there for your MINI! Because blank is boring! And you guys keep going to and eventhough we haven't reminded you since last year? , right? Ok, cool. Appreciate ...
White Roof Radio is Dead, Long Live White Roof Radio
March 23, 2021 01:18 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBWait, db is podcasting? What about WRR?
Woofcast Six Hundred Sixty Nine
August 18, 2020 06:19 - 1 hour - 35.6 MBJust 4 dudes talking about MINI Coopers, Macs and drinking. Listen to the end for more details. More details coming later.
Woofcast 668: The First Gen MINI is the Best Modern MINI
May 23, 2020 05:42 - 48 minutes - 39.8 MBJust Chad and I talking about how awesome the R50/R53 was. Gabe joins us for a few minutes to add to it. And Chad gives us some great tips on what we should be doing for care and maintenance of our MINIs since they aren't getting driven as much as before. At least, mine isn't. We talked about a few things, like: Sharing is free! Heading over to our sponsers, however, might cost you a few dollars! , , and .
Woofcast 667: The Quarantine Show
April 26, 2020 22:48 - 58 minutes - 47.1 MBIn this, the show formally known as Woofcast 66six, we meet up on Zoom since that seems to be the cool thing to do. As mentioned, please excuse any quality and delays. And, to go a bit in reverse, please don't forget any of the fine sponsors under the White Roof Radio that have been supporting us and all of our habits since 2006! Now that we have paid the bills, here are a few of the things we talk about. Todd's new basement bar. Check the cover photo! Crazy drivers in and The Amazi...
Woofcast 665: All About the Hostess Rack
March 03, 2020 09:55 - 59 minutes - 47.8 MBWe interrupt your regularly scheduled MINI Cooper podcast to discuss our favorite snacks. And, yes, You can still get . Plus, paczki's and vodka in Detroit! Hello Fat Tuesday! Getting started, our man Brian Dallas, from got a chance to see the new JCW GP at the auto show, along with the new electric MINI and then we end up down a Car Play/Android Auto rabbit hole and some how end up on wondering why nobody has 'fixed' physics. Lots of reminiscing. Just some old dudes, and Chad, remembering w...
Woofcast 664: Grounded on the Ground
January 31, 2020 23:46 - 1 hour - 50 MBGabe was able to drive the MINI Cooper SE last week in Miami and we got to talk about it prior to his review going up on Motoringfile. We tried to cover the questions we think you guys would ask, but check the post on Motoringfile if you have any other questions. You can read his full review, complete with some amazing photos, . I wanted to this posted sooner, but we were experiencing some technical issues with the site that required my time to assist in getting sorted out. A few other things...
White Roof Radio 663: They Have Donuts in Vegas
January 12, 2020 22:56 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBFirst things first; We were serious about a Vegas meetup! Here are the details: White Roof Radio Vegas Meetup (aka AMVIV rememberance Tour 2020) March 27 - 29 Palace Station, Las Vegas, NV There is a and I will be updating that as more details are available. Sales, GP3, SUVs, Car Play, coffee, donuts and more. What else would you expect from our first show back for 2020? We've been away for a bit, so we had a lot to catch up. Oh, and we go a little long, as you would expect. If you have some...
Interview: Steve Ambeau, Department Head, MINI Brand Communications
November 23, 2019 23:18 - 26 minutes - 21.4 MBSteve has been on for almost a year, Gabe thought it was about time we had him on under the White Roof. This in an interview you are not going to want to miss! Renewed focus on fun and community and some admissions that you might find shocking!
MotoringFile Interview: Mike Peyton, VP MINIUSA
November 19, 2019 22:13 - 26 minutes - 21.2 MBGabe had the chance to Interview Mike Peyton, VP MINIUSA recently. Here is that interview. More details can be found at
White Roof Radio 662: The Thirty Year Gap
November 11, 2019 04:00 - 58 minutes - 47.1 MBThe Thirty Year Gap We finally manage to get Gabe on again while he was at an event at the BMW Plant in South Carolina (you have probably ). Since we have him, we talk new GP, , including vs. the previous generation GPs vs. JCWs in General. Think of this as a JCW Show. Don't forget #mtts2020 coming Click the link for the dates and mark those calendars! Speaking of calendar marking, in case you didn't hear, the boys and I have decided that it's been far too long since we hung out with you, th...
Woofcast 661: Thunder Something
October 14, 2019 06:57 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBWoof 661 Thunder Something Todd, Chad and I get together, yet again, to discuss time zone math, Halloween tips and, of course, MINIs! A note to the affiliates, we do run long this week. Make sure to listen to the full show, we are looking for feedback on a potential Las Vegas WRR meetup in 2020. Head into the (use the code whiteroofradio) to chime in. Besides that, we talk about the sans swirls graphics that you probably already saw photos of, and not being able to configure a Cooper Clubm...
White Roof Radio 660: Todd Throws a Code
September 24, 2019 08:08 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBTodd Throws a Code For the first time even, Todd threw a code in his JCW. We all grow mullets and dream about El Camino's. Sounds like a normal episode of White Roof Radio to me! Of course we pick a few stories from to discuss, along with a few other things. Cool stuff from our sponsors; and (including the ever!) Meetups? Palm Springs in October? Las Vegas in 2020? Who's in? Let us know by downloading the and get into the chat. Once you get it installed on your mobile device, use th...
Woofcast 659: Apples to an Orange Fight
August 26, 2019 07:00 - 55 minutes - 44.1 MBA little reminiscing, a little news and catching up with Chad and the last few events in Michigan, including the last Dream Cruise and MINIs on the Mac! 2 events that everyone needs to add to their 2020 and 2021 calendars! As mentioned, please stop linking up crappy products on Amazon and eBay. Most everything you need for your MINI can be found at and . Anything you buy from them can be installed at and Todd will make it look hot with custom graphics from . You have to listen to the enti...
Woofcast 658: Red Foxx and Ozzy
July 29, 2019 00:40 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBWe talk electric cars, high end English cars and skateboards with clear wheels. Plus, for those of you that missed it, I did manage to fix the top on my roadster! Links on the key topics below. Instagram hashtags that we dig and think you should follow! As always, comments are open!
Woofcast 657 - The GP Has To Be Special
July 08, 2019 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.2 MBA shorter than normal show this week that is also oddly shaped. Trying to get something while the gettin' was good. Todd and Gabe were available for about 45 minutes, so one short show it is! Quite a bit more GP talk, along with questioning the difference in power output for the GP models. Gabe is pro, Todd and I are con. What say you? If you are looking for the random JCW GP video I mentioned, you can find that over at . Quick reminder gang; we know you really enjoy using Facebook. Here's ...
White Roof Radio 656: We Are Limited Edition
June 24, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBIt has been a while since we have made a show, and we haven't made many shows so far for 2019. Listen in; stuff has been going on which has been keeping us from making a show. Todd is going to get a GP, Gabe hates 4 spoke wheels and Chad Likes ham and I have finally figured out how to drive an automatic. I know I said back in , it has taken me this long to figure it out. We discuss the upcoming GP, the new Electric MINI, the current MotoringFile company car, sales and more. Just 4 dudes talki...
Woofcast 655: The S Has a Turbo, The Cooper Doesn't?
April 08, 2019 21:27 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBDetroit Tuned is doing video, Gabe posted some stories to that you should read, but we aren't talking about that this week. We start off with shout-outs to our girl Crazy Susan with her crazy odometer readings for a CVT and Xiek, who cracked FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND kilometers on his Canadian MINI! That's more miles than Roxy, for the record! Well done sir! I drive an F56, we compare rattles in our MINIs and Chad is and getting ready to go the dragon. We really think you are going to enjoy thi...
Woofcast 654 - Don't Drive Angry
March 18, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBA quick note to the affliates; we do go long this week*. Todd wraps a Toyota, Gabe gets us pulled from YouTube and Chad is trying to sell out of purses. It has been a bit since we last did a show, so we had some catching up to do. New JCW Motor, a lot of transmission talk, a lot of talk about electric and some talk about sales. And the future of the internal combustion engine. And, and, and, and. Like I mentioned, it's been a while since we did a show, so we had some catching up to do. This...
Woofcast 653: Carrousel
January 29, 2019 00:06 - 59 minutes - 55 MBRandom Logan's Run references notwithstanding, we do talk about MINI stuff for this, our first episode of 2019. Welcome to our 15th year of podcasting excellence! We did discuss a few things or I said I would link a few things, so here they are. If you belong to the club, you have homework. Get logged in and get to it! If you aren't a member of that club, here's the deal; If you want to help support White Roof Radio, this is your way to do that. It's slow going, but we are working tow...
Woofcast 652: I Don't Know How to Drive an Automatic
December 14, 2018 00:12 - 59 minutes - 55 MBWoofcast 652: I don't know how to drive an Automatic Last show of 2018 has Gabe, Todd and myself talking about Gabe's interview with Pat McKenna, the upcoming 2020 JCW GP, upcoming other JCW models and a ton more! If you haven't listened to the interview with Pat yet, you should and be sure to comment . Remember gang, besides Facebook being evil, if you want those comments and feedback seen by anyone at BMW or MINI, comment at MotoringFile! You still have time left to visit any of the fine sp...
MotoringFile Interview: Pat McKenna
December 07, 2018 11:33 - 28 minutes - 26 MBGabe gets the chance to speak with Pat McKenna, head of Marketing for MINI USA and long time friend of the show. We have all already listened to this interview, at least 3 times! This is conversation you have been waiting for! Be sure to click over to to offer any feedback or questions. We will make sure they are seen!
Woofcast 651: The Snow Show
November 23, 2018 20:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBFor this, our final show of 2018 (unless something cool happens we want to tell you about), we talk about the upcoming GP (you know Todd will get one), snow tires with Gabe, a little MINI history, an update from Gabe on the MF JCW Countryman and a little bit of news. Be sure to stick around to the end for something cool. I can't say anymore than that, but trust us, it's cool! And, this week's show art brought to you by JoAnne. Say hi to Duce! We hope everyone has a great holiday season!...
Woofcast 650 - Every Car Looks Better in Maroon
October 15, 2018 03:00 - 50 minutes - 46.8 MBTalking about mods for Hank and weather in Arizona to get us started. Todd tests the MINI Crash Avoidance System which drives us down the nanny feature rabbit hole and some of the best ways to find out how these features work in your car. Oh, and watch how well this driver corrected himself during a crash on the 'Ring . And then we end up down the track day/driving school/top down rabbit hole. Ending with one of my favorite websites that I think you guys will dig; . Be sure to check out this ...
Woofcast 649:Unicorns Are Out There
October 01, 2018 07:00 - 47 minutes - 44.3 MBGabe reminds us how much he hates Apple Car play in this weeks , so we continue talking about Car Play on the positive for you guys here. We think it's been especially better since you can now use Google Maps/Waze with Car Play! Continuing the free form show with actual MINI talk from the latest to the originals. Some good stuff in here for you this week, we think you'll dig it! And, if you are looking for the buyers guide for first generation MINIs, Gabe and I did one for a few years back. ...
Woofcast 648: What is Your Rap Name?
September 17, 2018 11:22 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBTalking about MINIUSA's new creative campaign, db & Todd got some time in a Cooper Countryman, Gabe freaked out the internet and we talk about the spy shots of the upcoming GP. If you haven't seen it yet, Chad just finished rolling out the new ! Cleaner layout, works on your phone and a bunch of new content for you to check out!