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Flying Lawn Chairs and Helicopter Gold Mining: Adventures in the Sky

Join us as we dive into the world of aviation with RJ, a seasoned commercial helicopter pilot, as he shares his experiences throughout his storied career. Then, buckle up for the incredible true story of the man who soared to 16,000 feet in a lawn chair, defying gravity and common sense.

Nov 21, 2025 61 min 10 annotations

John Ludwick / Built on Obsession

John Ludwick doesn’t build for attention. He builds because he can’t stop. The Auto Union 1000 SP that nearly broke him wasn’t a commission or a content play. It was obsession turned physical. Every weld, every sleepless night, every dollar gone was proof that the only way forward was through. What started as a forgotten German coupe became a full reimagining of Auto Union’s spirit, shaped in a small garage by a man who refuses to quit.Support the obsession and check out John's merch here:https://ludwicksgarage.com/Support Overcrest and Get Cool Stuff:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Nov 17, 2025 104 min 36 annotations

2 Dumb Dudes, 2 fake Porsches, 3 Terrible Ideas

The 1970s weren’t all disco and good vibes. Inflation was brutal, gas lines were endless, and performance cars were choking to death under new regulations. Kris and Jake dig into the decade that nearly killed driving, and the secret Porsche project, code-named EA425, born from typical Porsche 911 didnt work again desperation.What started as a VW collaboration became the car that quietly kept Porsche alive. Along the way, Jake buys a yellow relic, Kris debates another bad idea, and somehow an old ambulance enters the chat.Support this show!https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Nov 05, 2025 57 min 37 annotations

When Nowhere is the Point / E34xpedition

Forget safari-spec Defenders and tactical fridge setups. Emanuel drove 30,000 km across some of the harshest, most remote terrain on Earth... in a BMW E34.In this episode, Kris Clewell sits down inside Emanuel's trusty “Theodore” to unpack what real freedom means, how to survive the Pamir Highway with a radiator held together by pliers, and why you don’t need a $200,000 overland rig to live a big adventure.👉 FOLLOW Emanuel's journey: https://www.instagram.com/e34xpeditionsSupport Overcrest and get cool stuff:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Oct 29, 2025 64 min 30 annotations

The Afterglow / Overcrest Rally Appalachia

Kris and Jake catch up after the 2025 Overcrest Rally, reflecting on how it moved people and what makes each year feel different. Between heartfelt moments, slot car chaos, and roadside repairs, they share the highs, frustrations, and can't put your finger on it satisfaction that come from building something real with a community that keeps showing up.Support Overcrest:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Oct 24, 2025 81 min 34 annotations

Luftgekühlt 11 & The Story of American Tobacco

Luftgekühlt 11 dropped into the old American Tobacco Campus in Durham, where brick walls and water towers still hum with the ghosts of machines. A place once built on cigarettes now filled with Porsches, each one carrying its own story. We trace Washington Duke’s walk home after the war, the rise of the Bonsack machine, and the factory that turned Durham into a city of smoke and rhythm.From a Jäger 962 to the Bosch RSR, from hangovers and near-Airbnb disasters to the reminder that your own car should always be a ten, this is our recap of the Luft ofthe South. A clash of history, machinery, and memory.http://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Oct 08, 2025 57 min 29 annotations

Three Stars, One Kingmaker, and a Cult Born on the Road

From bouncing rubber balls in the jungle to a couple of French brothers trying to keep their grandfather’s rubber shop alive, this is where things get weird. Tires that blew apart in the dust, a car called the Eclair that barely beat a horse, and a creepy stack of white tires drinking glass shards for fun. Out of all that chaos came a little red book that turned into one of the most powerful institutions in the world. This episode of Overcrest is about bicycles, busted roads, early cars, and a mascot that still looks like nightmare fuel, and how all of it accidentally reshaped the way we drive, eat, and travel.Get cool stuff and Support this show:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Oct 01, 2025 61 min 5 annotations

Extreme (Yang)Wang, Catfish Mercedes, and BMW Lies

Extreme YangWang — China’s 308 mph supercar — is now the fastest production car on earth. We dig into Andy Warhol’s fatal BMW M1 Art Car, the $125k Porsche Cayenne auction that makes no sense, BMW’s oversized grills, and Mercedes’ so-called “electric V8.”Subscribe for more Overcrest: cars, culture, and chaos every week.Support this content AND get exclusive content!https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Sep 26, 2025 40 min 8 annotations

New Trucks, New Wheels, Same Bad Habits

Kris brings a favorite fix-it trick, a thrifted bit of instrumentation, and a mood check. Jake tries to keep machines and life pointed straight.Support Overcrest!https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Sep 17, 2025 76 min 10 annotations

Did the London Bridge Ever Fall?

Everyone knows the nursery rhyme. But the real London Bridge wasn’t just “falling down”. It burned, froze, collapsed, drowned people, and carried a whole neighborhood on its back for nearly 600 years. From Roman legions and Boudica’s revolt to medieval masons, firestorms, frost fairs, severed heads on spikes, and finally a trip across the ocean to Arizona, this is the definitive story of London Bridge.Support this Show!https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Sep 11, 2025 62 min 2 annotations

How Sportscar Vacationland Was Made

No velvet ropes. No concours tickets. Just old roads, 600 hay bales, a Porsche hanging nose up while Felix Holst painted it live, and a community that built something unforgettable.In this episode Jake and Jeff take you behind the scenes and the chaos and magic it took to make it happen.Support this Showhttps://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub#Overcrest #SportscarVacationland #carweek

Aug 28, 2025 52 min 4 annotations

Rob Howard / How to Save a Legend

Rob Howard is the founder of Kindred Motorworks. He started in the world of technology, building a career in engineering and leadership before turning toward something more tangible. Nights and weekends in his garage became full restorations, from Mustangs to a 1957 Chevy wagon for his kids. The move from tech to cars was not a rejection of innovation but a return to working with his hands and creating something built to last. That shift shaped Kindred’s approach, applying the precision and process of the tech world to the craft of rebuilding vintage vehicles for the road.

Aug 11, 2025 90 min

Chris Runge / Chasing Mastery

Chris Runge is a craftsman chasing unachievable mastery who builds one-of-a-kind, hand-formed sports cars from scratch. He joins Kris to share his journey from farm kid to renowned car builder, and gives us a preview before his appearance at Sports Car Vacationland.Support this show:www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Jul 30, 2025 45 min

An Epic Adventure / Scouting Appalachia

This one’s got it all. A blown Volvo engine, a mad dash rebuild by a hero, and Overcrest Rally scouting that turns into a full-blown mechanical fever dream. It's about the people who drop everything to help, the places most folks never see, and the weird magic that happens when you push deeper instead of turning back.

Jul 24, 2025 84 min

Tyler Pappas / The Road to Pikes Peak

Tyler Pappas is a BMW performance specialist, race car driver, and the founder of Tyspeed in New Jersey. In his third outing at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, he showed up with a 705 horsepower G87 M2 built in-house to take on the production car record. After setting top times in practice, his final run ended in a high-speed off at one of the most unforgiving corners on the mountain. The car was damaged, the week looked over. Instead, Tyler and his team pulled off a full rebuild overnight using parts from a donor M2 with help from FCP Euro and Winslow BMW. He made it to the start line the next morning. The record attempt was cut short due to weather, but the drive to get back up speaks louder than any time sheet. This is the story of a shop owner who bet everything on one mountain. Watch the full film to see how far he got.Support this show:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Jul 16, 2025 98 min

Another Porsche 911 No One Asked For...

Kris and Jake break down how AI-generated junk is flooding car media and what that means for the future of trust, context, and car culture. From fake motorcycle YouTube channels to AI citing AI, it is a feedback loop of disinformation.They talk about Porsche’s new Club Coupe, a two hundred thousand dollar purse disguised as a 911, and draw lines between heritage branding and identity loss. Toyota is pushing hydrogen, California just got shut down on its EV ban, and a brake swap with Kris’s daughter turns into a hands-on reminder of what still matters. Also included are Jeep duck madness, speed limits, and capybara smugglers.Support this content and join the Drivers Clubhttps://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Jul 09, 2025 56 min

The Brick That Stole My Heart (Maybe)

This episode is being republished due to an upload error.Kris buys a new (old) car and dives deep into why Volvo’s legacy matters. From redblock engines to the invention of the seatbelt, this episode covers the brand’s rally roots, bulletproof engineering, and what makes an honest car... honest.We break down CIS fuel injection, weird stereo mods, shady listings, and the joy of finding the perfect scouting rig. No spoilers on what he bought, but trust us, it’s boxy, Swedish, and built like a brick.If you love Volvos, rally cars, or just hate unreliable crap, you’ll want to hear this one.#Volvo #Redblock #RallyCar #VolvoHistory #ClassicCars #Overcrest #AutomotivePodcast #SwedishCars

Jul 07, 2025 50 min

You're Being Forced to Listen to This One...

The guys start with movies, force fields, and why modern films are ruined by cell phones. Then Jake went deep. What begins as a rant about sci-fi tropes turns into a real-world mystery involving a bizarre incident at a 3M factory, an invisible barrier that physically stopped people, and a trail that might lead straight into government black projects. Kris spirals into plasma physics, energy calculations, and how this might be the accidental discovery of something far more dangerous than tape. A ridiculous conversation that just might make too much sense.Support this show!https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Jul 02, 2025 64 min

Old Trucks, New Regrets, and a Very Broken Volvo

This week, Kris and Jake dig into the deep end of vintage car ownership, from rare inline sixes and obscure manifolds to sketchy used car deals and unexpected rebuilds. A new truck enters the family with a story that goes back to 1961, while a beloved Volvo project takes an unexpected turn. The guys break down engine choices, carburetor setup, and why doing things the hard way still matters. There’s also talk of upcoming rallies, life lessons in rust, and a reminder that every old car comes with a little baggage.Support Overcrest Here:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Jun 24, 2025 64 min

Zak Depiero / Rust to Redemption

Zak DePiero is a photographer, fabricator, filmmaker, and former professional skateboarder. He and his longtime friend Kevin Wandelear set out on a raw, self built, cross-country journey in a 1947 Autocar truck with deep roots in their hometown. Along the way, they faced the kind of chaos only a vintage build can deliver, broken oil pans, roadside fixes, and the kind of "type 2 fun" that becomes unforgettable. The trip wasn’t just about the miles or the metal—it was about chasing stories, connecting with history, and doing it all on their own terms. The Overcrest Foundation was proud to support this project as part of its mission to preserve automotive heritage, empower creators, and help bring meaningful automotive stories to life.Support Zak Here: https://rust2redemption.bigcartel.com/Support the Overcrest Foundation's efforts, like this one here: https://overcrestproductions.com/pages/foundation

Jun 18, 2025 103 min

Kris has a New House!

Kris and Jake talk through the latest garage project updates and debate what makes a great shop. Floor finishes, lighting choices, storage ideas, and steel beams for crane trolleys are all on the table. ChatGPT throws some wild curveballs about Jake’s bio, and the guys break down why form matters just as much as function.We apologize for the error with the original upload on Monday. We had internal uploading issues that have since been resolved. Thank you for bearing with us. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode.Thanks to the Drivers Club for supporting this episode. Want to get involved? Join us:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/…

Jun 10, 2025 30 min

Cocaine, Uraniaum Toys, Dynamite, and Pink Pills for Pale People

Kris and Jake take a wild dive into the sketchy, radioactive, and downright absurd world of vintage mail-order products. From radium-infused tonics and opium-laced pink pills to dehydrated water, atomic car gadgets, and even explosives, the episode explores just how unhinged the catalog era really was. Along the way, they unpack scammy car mods, historic disasters, and the legendary Turboencabulator.

Jun 02, 2025 42 min

The Daypass / How it All Went Down

Steve Pelletier from Donuts and Drip joins to talk about routing philosophy, and what planning a rally means to him. Kris recounts his journey in the ill fated Miata.Thumbnail photo: @ethan_p.hJoin the Drivers Club to Support this show!

May 15, 2025 84 min

The Best Racing Liveries of All Time

Jake and Jeff crack open the wild world of motorsport liveries the paint schemes that turned cars into legends. From national racing colors to Marlboro’s day-glo dominance and the psychedelia of the hippie Porsche, they explore how design became identity. They break down why the JPS Lotus still slaps, how a pink pig trolled its own sponsor drought, and why BMW let Warhol finger-paint a Le Mans car. Plus, there’s deep dives into offbeat icons like Camel Trophy trucks, Apple’s one-off 935, and even the monster truck that started it all Grave Digger. This one’s for the nerds who pause races to screenshot decals.Support this Show: ⁠https://www.overcrestproductions.com/..⁠.

May 08, 2025 62 min

The Road to Air | Water

In this episode, Kris, Jake, and Jeff recap a packed week of Overcrest adventures in California. From selling Jake’s 944 Turbo at Air|Water, chasing heavy equipment across the desert, and launching the Overcrest Foundation, to ghost towns, Eagle Mountain, Garage 79, and rally FOMO, it is the full story of one of the busiest springs Overcrest has ever had.Support this Show:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/...

May 01, 2025 86 min