Overcrest
Kris Clewell / Overcrest
Updated 2 days agoAutomotive culture, history, and the people who live it -- hosted by Kris Clewell and Jake Solberg. 500+ episodes exploring the intersection of cars and life: interviews with industry insiders, collectors, designers, builders, and thinkers. From the philosophy of analog driving to forgotten automotive history to the business of car culture, Kris and Jake bring a journalist's eye and an enthusiast's obsession to every conversation. For people who #takethecar.
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Episodes (550)
The Best Barn Finds of All Time....
The guys discuss what qualifies as a barn find and recount some of the best ever. Kris discusses his new car, and Jake recalls a truly horrific nightmare involving his 911.
This Little Maneuver is Going to Cost Us 51 Years...
The guys discuss what Kris needs for a new daily, Jakes truck and the news of the week. Support the show for just $5 at www.patreon.com/overcrest new m3/m4 big engine grilles unfortunately remain. Speaking of Ferrari.... Remember that ship full of cars that capsized near Georgia? Its official now, the recall replacement jack stands are being recalled.... Cops under investigation for racing at local drag strip Man tries to sell mustang to save his wifes life...
Digital Artist and Engineer: Glen Cordle
Glen, a fantastic digital artist joins the podcast to talk about his new Porsche 914 project with Sung Kang called the Viceroy 914. The guys also talk about doing digital art for 000 magazine, and throwback some stories to when Glen and Kris were roommates. Check out the Viceroy project here. Check out Glen's awesome artwork here. And support the show here!
Just when think you couldn't possibly be any dumber...
Jake and Kris talk about projects, real life unintended acceleration, laundry machines, and the news of the week! Support the Show! BMW IS AWESOME! But they’re still lame. Dakar Rally introduces a “classics” category. VW delays ID.3 because of software troubles... We could be getting an ID.3R though? Manned drone racing is coming soon? Petrolicious is also in hot water... So there’s now a Durango Hellcat Army collaborates with Jake Solberg, designs perfect vehicle
Richard Kelley on Experiencing, and Photographing the Golden Era of F1...
Richard joins us to talk about his book "Waiting". It's the story of a rookie photojournalist immersed in Formula One's golden age of the 70s and 80s. Richard also talks about some of the personal relationships he had with legends such as Nikki Lauda, and François Cevert. He also talks about photography, his life, and walks through some of Kris' favorite photos from the book. Purchase the book here on Amazon. (limited stock) www.richardkelleyf1.com Support the show for just $5 on Patreon!
The Week in News and Who Needs a 911 When You've Got a Lawnmower?
Kris and Jake talk projects and break down the week in news! Support the show!: www.patreon.com/overcrest Show Notes: Man designs 12 rotor, 15,7L 5000hp engine American Festival of Speed Ford reschedules release of the bronco... Man demolishes solo cannonball record in a rental mustang Kia reveals interesting new Hybrid Manual Transmission Tesla's JD Power score is Off The Chart Remember when we talked about how the Porsche 911 has gotten too expensive? Gone in 60 seconds... in real life Porsche 968 Driver Busted For Hauling A Hot Tub With A Makeshift Trailer
Lane Skelton - How to Drive Awesomely
Radwood Founder and Driving while Awesome podcast host Lane Skelton joins the podcast to talk everything Radwood. They also talk about Bring a Trailer, Lane's history with cars, play a game of Rad/Not Rad, and more. Definitely check their podcast out! www.drivingwhileawesome.com Support our show: www.patreon.com/overcrest
Overcrest Rewind 6-19-20: Kris' Wallet is on Fire (Pacificas too...)
Kris and Jake discuss the Automotive News of the week and Project Updates. Support the show: www.patreon.com/overcrest Notes: So those replacement Harbor Freight jack stands? N.C. speedway says its races are peaceful protests Chrysler has recalled some vans due to them catching on fire... Carlos Ghosn May Have Been Set Up Mercedes, AMG, and Garrett Bringing E-Turbos to Production Ford Bronco to debut on OJ Simpsons birthday.... Rest in peace lotus.... Canadian Flies To Germany To Complain About His Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Hans Mezger - The Story and Acccomplishments of a Legend
Recalling the life and accomplishments of Hans Mezger, engineer of some of the most legendary motors of all time. Alwin Springer, chief technician at Vasek Polak, and founder of Andial contributes as the guys dive deep on one of Porsche, and Mezgers biggest accomplishments, the indominable 917.
The Minister of Hellaflush: Mark Arcenal
Mark Arcenal joins the podcast to talk about discovering RWB, his brands: Illest, Fatlace, and Hellaflush. Kris also asks Mark about stance, car culture, design, and much more.
Help Me I'm Drowning!
Kris and Jake cover the automotive news of the week including Porsche, the CDC, Mercedes, the EU, Germany, Dodge, and more. Support the show: www.patreon.com/overcrest Show notes: Porsche ends factory involvement in the US sports car championship VW is still paying for its sins Next BMW M5 getting 1,000-plus-horsepower electric power CDC tells us what we were saying all along - avoid the bus Just kidding. No ACR. AMG stuff is still super duper fast The jig may be up for Carlos Ghosn
Trailer: How GI JOE hoodwinked NASA, a Patreon Exclusive
A short trailer for our patreon exclusive episode on the unknown story of the Lunar Rover, and how GM got the project straight to the feet of Wernher von Braun's office. Support the show and hear the entire episode: www.patreon.com/overcrest
Welcome to the Apocalypse... What are you driving?
What car would you drive in the apocalypse? With 2020 slipping downhill fast, Jake and Kris break it down, laying out what kind of disasters exist, and what cars would be best. The guys also interview Rene from Off Grid Trek on EV viability, and our friend Logan Leete, a chemist, on how to make your own biodiesel and ethanol at home.
Derpy Cars, Derpy Engines, Derpy Regulations
The guys chat about not being able to get to the studio due to the Minneapolis riots, derpy engines, stupid EU regulations, expanding foam, and much more... Support the show: www.patreon.com/overcrest Show notes: Derpy golf now can be equipped with derpy 1 liter engine Tesla caves on prices and eliminates free supercharging New Challenger ACR to...challenge the Viper? Speaking of dodge RIP Dodge Caravan Corolla hot hatch is coming... Kia confirms moderately hideous but fast electric crossover for 2021 Harbor freight recalls jack stands Americans Are Expected To Take More Road Trips This Year Porsche 911 will receive much bigger engines in 2026 Tesla Model 3 Owner Locks Carjacker Inside With The Vehicle’s App Neighbor fixes noisy exhaust
Jeff Zwart - A Lifetime of Capturing and Experiencing Speed
Jeff Zwart - A Lifetime of Capturing and Experiencing Speed Legendary filmmaker, director, photographer, and Pikes Peak Champion joins the podcast to discuss his career, filming, photography, Luft, and much more. Check out the Red Bull Racing video here. See Jeff's work: www.radicalmedia.com Visit his instagram Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest
The Kris was Wrong Episode
Kris gets schooled by Jake on some Porsche facts, that new car smell, electric cars sound...uhmmm fast...(?) hertz bites the dust, and much more Support the show here! Show notes: We have a new electric drag racing record. Skyrine and 370z to hit the cutting room floor. Maybe. Volvo’s are now even more boring Remember the iconic short film Rendez-vous? Say goodbye to the Naturally Aspirated Porsche 911 Carrera The Chinese might be ruining the smell of new cars
The 150 Year Journey of a Legend
Kris updates us all on great news with his 911 project, Jake leaks a car purchase, and the guys discuss the story behind a 150 year old auto manufacturer. Please support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest Or simply donate here: www.overcrestproductions.com
Guns, Tasers, Handcuffs, and Cash
The guys are back with this week in automotive news to discuss the new GTI, a heist with great taste, UK banning more cars, the bankruptcy of Hertz and its implications, how luxury isnt a touch screen, and much more. Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest In other news The VW Golf.... is dead. Or on life support. London to mandate car free zones The cannonball record broken again Spanish man does a heist Hertz, the rental car giant is going to die. Probably Bentley thinks luxury isn’t a touch screen. Atlanta to sanction street racing? Hold on, maybe holden isnt dead after all?
Ted Gushue - The World Traveler
Ted Gushue joins the podcast to talk about his history and his travels. The guys also discuss WWII, Americanism, and the cost of its loss.
The Genesis of Genesis, How Perseverance Wins.
Kris' 911 is in bad shape and leads to an unfortunate sale. The guys discuss driving the new Genesis G70, an incredible story of perseverance leading up to the founding of Hyundai, Spiderman drinking thousands of gallons of wine, and 5 year old kids buying Lamborghinis. visit www.patreon.com/overcrest to support the show for just $5 Show Notes: We are living in strange times... Meanwhile this 6 year old is living the dream
Special Guest: That Porsche Girl
The guys host ThatPorscheGirl on the podcast to discuss her life, her social media, and her passion for Porsche. Kris talks about wrapping up his 911 project, and an Apple 935 replica is for sale. Instagram: @thatporschegirl Image by @ekvision003 via @automobilemag www.patreon.com/overcrest
The Petri Dish - Did Public Transport Kill Thousands?
Kris and Jake discuss public transportation, speeding, unique business opportunities, their projects, and much more... Links: Mit study reveals an obvious truth Some Police Are Stopping Fewer Speeders as Coronavirus Spreads Everyone took this to heart apparently. Jake....all of your dreams have come true...
Jason Fenske from Engineering Explained
Jason from the hugely popular Engineering Explained youtube channel joins the podcast to chat about cars and his channel. He also takes a couple of listener questions. The guys also discuss Jake being wrong, and their projects. Join our Patreon: www.patreon.com/overcrest Or Just Donate! www.overcrestproductions.com
Alex Nelson - Engineering Everything You've Ever Wanted
How does creativity mesh with ingenuity? And how can necessity and an abhorrence of boredom itself drive invention? The guys ask Alex about 3d Printing, engineering adjustable aero for his BMW M-Coupe, being inspired by his grandfather, filmmaking, Das Ziel, and more. The guys also discuss some disturbing automotive news and their projects. New Cross Country Cannonball Record... Ford can go straight to hell www.patreon.com/overcrest
The Arsenal of Democracy - How American Sacrifice and Ingenuity Won WWII
Kris attempts to expand our vocabulary, the guys go over their project updates and discuss the state of the automotive industry in the midst of this epidemic. In our main segment we cover how Ford is stepping up to produce ventilators (and talk to someone who uses them every day), and look back at the last time auto manufacturers transitioned their production - during WWII. www.patreon.com/overcrest Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast