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 Story That Will Never Die // Lee Raskin
Lee Raskin dispells the concept of a “curse”, instead offering an even more unbelievable series of events following the legacy of Dean’s 550 Spyder. http://leeraskin.net www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
The Brutal Curse of an Icon
Jake and Kris delve deep into the chilling story of an infamous cultural icon. For Early Access to Limited Merch and More, join the Drivers club! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Aliens, Grandpa Cars, and Bourbon
Kris and Jake chat about the grandpa car, and bourbon. Join the Drivers club! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Everything You’re Missing - The Overcrest Drivers Club
We wanted to give everyone a little taste of what our Driver's Club members get with an exclusive episode from last fall. In this previously unaired episode, Jake and Kris talk about selling the Escort and Pinto, Jake not buying what he should, the Trooper project, and much much more... Support us by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club, and get access to all of our private episodes!
Yugo-ing to Definitely Love This Episode!
Throwback to one of Kris and Jake's favorite episodes. Kris buys a Yugo, and the guys randomly meets Lloyd, someone who would change his perspective on car buying forever. If you Listen on Spotify this one is new for you! Join the drivers club! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
How to Save the World in Three Easy Steps
Kris talks the philosophical train of thought that led him to purchase what might be his last internal combustion car... Join the Drivers Club! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Jake’s Taste is... Ugly / The Ugliest Cars of All time
Jake talks about his (erroneous -K) list of the ugliest cars of all time. Join the drivers club! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Being The Batman / Rick English - Stuntman
From Bond Films to Inception, and Fast and the Furious to DC and Marvel films, legendary stunt driver and performer Rick English joins the podcast to talk about backing up Robert Pattinson in "The Batman". The guys also talk about stunts in other films, exploring what it takes to be one of the most prolific stunt performers in the movie industry today. Check out Rick's Social! https://www.instagram.com/rickstunts/ Join the Overcrest Drivers Club! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Joel Feder / What the heck is going on in the auto industry?!
The ever exuberant Joel Feder joins us once again to discuss the state of the auto industry today. Joel regails his experience driving some of the coolest new cars to hit showrooms, including the Lucid Air, and the last greatest sport sedan ever to be produced. We also discuss the Rivian debacle (and how it personally cost Joel thousands), along with Bring a Trailer's insane prices, Matrix headlight technology, and the US legalizing fully self-driving cars. Check out the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Battling Winter With Speed and Power
Jake brings a chilling history of our fight against winter, from speed records, to sleighs, massive train-mounted snowblowers, to the ubiquitous snow plow.
Nate Ferderer / Professional Endurance Motorcycle Racer
We are joined on the show by Nate Ferderer, a professional endurance motorcycle racer. He shares his experiences competing at the top level of the sport around the world. Check out Nate's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nferderer/ And the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Motorsport Legend / Brian Redman
Mr. Redman joins to talk about the dangers of racing, his life, and some of his experiences with legendary cars, and legendary tracks. Check out Brian's Book: https://tinyurl.com/2zxh8k6j And the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
An Impossible Dream / The Failed History of Flying Cars
The history of a stereotypical mainstay of every futuristic sci-fi movie, and the perennial dream of drivers everywhere... the flying car. From the turn of the 20th century, to continued efforts today, Jake and Kris take a look at the best made plans and worst failures of the flying car. Get cool stuff and support all Overcrest does by joining the drivers club... https://www.overcrestproductions.com/...
Master Picker and Hot Rod Builder: Matt Murray / Iron Trap Garage
Picking secrets and why REAL Hot Rods kick ass with Matt from Iron Trap Garage. Check out his YouTube channel here! https://www.youtube.com/c/IronTrapGarage Support the show and get some cool stuff for just 5 bucks! http://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Beauty and The Beast / Exploring Antarctica in a 356
Renée Brinkerhoff joins the podcast to talk about driving her 356 in Antarctica to raise money for child trafficking. Donate now: https://www.valkyrieracing.com/project-356-1
Jim Goodall - Expert on the SR71, Area 51, and UFO’s
Earlier last year we interviewed Jim Goodall, retired Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force. He is a world-renowned Military Writer, Historian, and expert on the SR-71 Blackbird and Area 51. We had an in-depth, no-holds barred interview with Jim on the SR71 spy-plane, Area 51, nuclear submarines, UFO’s, and speculate on some of the government’s top secret “black” projects throughout the years. Join the Overcrest Drivers Club and Support the Show! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
How Radioactive Kitties Could Save The World
Jake looks hundreds of thousands of years into the future to tell Kris about the epic and complex issues surrounding a seemingly very simple problem. Nuclear Waste. From gravitational forces in space, to a proposed Atomic Priesthood, and even cats, this is one of the most hilarious and ridiculous episodes we’ve produced. Join the Overcrest Drivers Club and Support the Show! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Porsche At LeMans / Author: Glen Smale
Glen, the author of a fantastic book about Porsche's history at LeMans comes on to talk about growing up in South Africa, Writing, The Porsche Archives, hist interviews with legends, and Porsche's legacy at LeMans. Check out Glens book on Amazon here: https://tinyurl.com/2p92m2d8 And Join the Overcrest Drivers Club here: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
The 2022 Paris Dakar / Josh Sampiero
Content strategist Josh Sampiero comes on the podcast to chat about his experience covering cross Country endurance motorsport events from around the world. including the legendary Dakar. Support the show for just $5 https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
A Very Special Christmas Special
An *incredible* surprise guest joins us on today's episode. In addition, the guys talk about Christmas shopping and future modern collectibles. They also take listener questions/comments and chat about the news. We hope you enjoy this throwback episode, especially all you Spotify listeners! Support the show, youtube channel, and rally, for a mere $5: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Going Full Circle with Erich Roepke and Stein Retzlaff
Expedition Addicts Erich Roepke and Stein Retzlaff join the podcast to tell stories about their crazy expeditions around the world. Erich: https://www.instagram.com/erichroepke/ Stein: https://www.instagram.com/steinretzlaff/ Check out the Overcrest Drivers Club! http://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
A Little (Big) Peek Behind The Curtain...
Jake and Kris talk projects, and the guys reveal a fun new addition to the podcast! Support the show for just 5 bucks! http://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Drag Cars, Batmobiles, Robocop, Knight Rider, and the longest Limo Ever Made
Jay Ohrberg is a car builder and collector that built some of the most famous movie cars of all time as well as the longest and most absurd limousine ever created. We delve into this 100-foot long, 26-wheel, helipad-carrying beast, and where it is today. Check out the Overcrest Drivers Club and SUPPORT Overcrest! https://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
Racing 356 Miles in Antarctica - Renee Brinkerhoff
----more----Renee takes us along on a journey through her leap of faith against fear, and her exploits to rally, and win, on every continent in her Valkyrie Racing Porsche 356. The guys also talk about her Charity Valkyrie Gives which has set its sight on the pinnacle of human evil, Child Trafficking. Her charity donates 100% of proceeds to fight it. Please donate at the link below. https://www.valkyrieracing.com/donate356
Home Built By Jeff - Why DIY Matters...
Jeff is a self proclaimed backyard hack car builder with a youTube channel. But it's so much more than that. Kris and Jeff talk about why DIY matters, and how social media can be a tool to inspire people out of their comfort zone. Check out Jeff's Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/homebuiltbyjeff Join the Overcrest Drivers Club for Exclusive stuff! http://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub