119. The Pile Up EP7: It's a Conspiracy
About this episode
Dive into the world of automotive conspiracies as Doug Nightmare and Emily explore intriguing tales like the infamous fish carburetor scam, which promised unbelievable fuel efficiency but turned out to be a hoax. They discuss urban legends involving cars, including a concrete truck mishap and the mysterious disappearance of a race car driver. The episode blends humor with fascinating stories that challenge the listener's perception of automotive history and the conspiracies that surround it, all while keeping the conversation lively and engaging.
What happens to parts crates, death of the streetcar and 100mpg, this week Emily and Rose talk all things conspiracy.
Recorded, edited & mixed by Emdognightmare & Queen of the Vans
Production & research Queen of the Vans & Emdognightmare
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Chevrolet Corvette
"...l. Kind of like you were bragging about with your Corvette. Okay well we're gonna get back to that actually ..."
Ford Model T
"...ht was super interesting but you teased me with a Model T one. Do you want to roll with it."
Buick Century
"and not like a full working. It's in the century a style book. I forget what they call it."
Chevrolet Corvair
"...cars that were already known as lemons probably a Corvair in there too would be my guess I can't remember"
Tesla Semi
"...gremlin sorry with the goblin on the front of the semi behind me it was it's actually"
Chevrolet Impala
"his dad bought a new 58 Impala when he was 17 and it got 30 miles per gallon"
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