{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Ant Anstead Exclusive: The TRUTH About Wheeler Dealers, Radford Motors, Jenson Button & Divorce Pt.1","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/ant-anstead-exclusive-the-truth-about-wheeler-dealers-radford-motors-jenson-button-divorce-pt-1","audioUrl":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO7782094583.mp3","description":"CAR VERTICAL LINK (DISCOUNT CODE \"SUCCESS\" ) - https://www.carvertical.com/gb/landing/v3?utm_source=infl&a=RoadToSuccess&b=38b26e3a&voucher=success What happens when a born mechanic, ex-police officer, semi-pro footballer, and TV host says yes to a life-changing opportunity?In this raw and powerful conversation, Ant Anstead opens up like never before — from building cars in a cowshed to moving his entire family to America, replacing a beloved TV icon on Wheeler Dealers, facing global backlash, and rebuilding his life through chaos.This isn’t just about cars.It’s about risk.Identity.Reinvention.And surviving the storm when the world turns on you.Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more exciting content about your favourite shows and celebrities. Hit the bell icon to stay updated on all our latest episodes👍 Like, Comment, and Share this episode. Join our discussion in the comments sectionCheck out Tweak: https://www.tweakuk.com/🔗 Follow Us:Instagram: @Roadtosuccessofficialpodcast@benedictfowlerContact: dan@driventalent.co.uk\n"},"annotations":[{"startTime":100.2,"endTime":110.3,"type":"concept","title":"Radford Motors","url":"/glossary/radford-motors","quote":"...business part with Jensen Button. I think we've got to because the amount of things that come out online about that business in the last few years and never actually got a proper response from the allegations that have been made...","canonicalId":"concept:radford-motors","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"Radford Motors is a company known for creating bespoke, luxury restomod cars, often combining classic car designs with modern technology. 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