Ep5 Rod Emory
About this episode
Rod Emory—Porsche craftsman, vintage racer, and Limbs for Life supporter—shares how a lifelong obsession with 356s began in his family’s hot-rod and Porsche parts world. He talks about building engines as a kid, racing from his teens, and pivoting his business after the 2008 downturn. A standout story: his 997 GT3 rear-end lesson in valuing health over car value, plus donating his 356 to raise $180k for amputees. The episode blends craftsmanship, racing history, and family-first success.
Sung and Emelia talk with expert craftsman and true artisan, Rod Emory. Widely regarded as the world's preeminent specialist and custom builder of the Porsche 356, Rod shares how his childhood and family work ethic laid the foundation for his career in the car world. They also talk about adaptability through Rod's business pivot after the 2008 recession and maintaining perspective on what truly matters.
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