{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Highways and Heat Pumps: Tales of Car Enthusiasm and Geothermal Ingenuity","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/highways-and-heat-pumps-tales-of-car-enthusiasm-and-geothermal-ingenuity","audioUrl":"https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/246908/episodes/14569336-highways-and-heat-pumps-tales-of-car-enthusiasm-and-geothermal-ingenuity.mp3","description":"Ever tried to whip up an omelet while navigating a stick shift? We don't recommend it, but we sure can laugh about the idea as we reminisce about our automotive escapades, ranging from the mishaps to the marvels. Join us as we recount tales from the San Jacinto Corvette Club and a road trip to Oklahoma City that left our cars and our spirits in need of a little polish. Whether it's the bonds formed on the open road or the gray hairs earned from our adventures, there's a story here for every car enthusiast.Embarking on a construction project can feel like assembling an engine in the dark, but throw in a bit of geothermal innovation, and you've got the makings of engineering art. We share the ups and downs of creating a geothermal heating marvel over two and a half years – where even a drought can turn into a lucky break. From flagging the site to the final paving, every step was a lesson in coordination and the power of teamwork. And when you see the final structure, you'll understand why every bead of sweat was worth it.Our journey wouldn't be complete without a nod to the lifelong friendships that fuel our passion for cars. Bill and Don, with their stories of watercolor escapades and mechanical conundrums, remind us that the true horsepower behind our love for cars is the people we share it with. We'll take you through the heartwarming moments of community service that add depth to our lives, without forgetting the chuckles that come with each anecdote. So tune in, lean back, and let's cruise together through an episode that's as much about the rides as it is about the riders.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at info@inwheeltime.com"},"annotations":[{"startTime":116.788,"endTime":124.824,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Corvette","url":"/cars/chevrolet/corvette","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/03/1978_Chevrolet_Corvette_C3_Silver_Anniversary_Edition_LCCS20.jpg","quote":"...n I say that is because I took delivery on the 77 Corvette in October and I ordered it in July. So it took m...","canonicalId":"car:chevrolet:corvette","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"MrWalkr (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":807.128,"endTime":823.803,"type":"car","title":"Pontiac Sunfire","url":"/cars/pontiac/sunfire","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5b/%2795-%2799_Pontiac_Sunfire_Convertible.jpg","quote":"...you this. I told the story, uh, about the Pontiac Sunfire bird was sun bird, sun bird all right sun bird, u...","canonicalId":"car:pontiac:sunfire","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Bull-Doser (Public domain)"}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"In Wheel Time Podcast | Automotive talk with Don Armstrong","role":"host"},{"id":"s2","name":"Michael Marrs","role":"host"},{"id":"s3","name":"Jeff Dziekan","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/highways-and-heat-pumps-tales-of-car-enthusiasm-and-geothermal-ingenuity/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}