Hotrod Hangout

Tina from Broke Bitch Garage joins us tonight for a conversation about growing up in the shop with her dad and the C10 they dreamed of building together. She opens up about the highs and lows that shaped her path, and the moments that tested her. Tina shares why she shows up every day—to inspire the girls who think they can’t work on cars, and to encourage the younger generation to keep this industry alive. She talks candidly about what it’s really like navigating a male‑dominated world, the obstacles she’s had to overcome, and the pride she carries as a woman who builds, wrenches, and refuses to quit. Be sure to check out her latest work on Facebook ! THANKS FOR LISTENING! LIKE, SHARE AND DOWNLOAD! WWW.HOTRODHANGOUT.COM

Shawn Fowler from Modified Auto Sound sits down with Matt for a deep, wide‑ranging conversation that hits every corner of his automotive journey. Shawn shares what first pulled him into the auto industry, the phases of car culture that shaped him over the years, and the spark that led him to launch Modified Auto Sound. They dig into how the industry has evolved from generation to generation, how social media has changed the way builders debut their projects, and why passing knowledge to younger generation matters more than ever. It’s one of the longest episodes in the show’s history — and every minute is packed with insight, nostalgia, and real talk from someone who’s lived the culture. Be sure to check out the Modified Auto Sound's latest work on Facebook . THANKS FOR LISTENING! LIKE, SHARE AND DOWNLOAD! www.hotrodhangout.com

Tonight Matt sat down with Eugene from Beyond the Cry foundation. They talked about what Cri du Chat is, the car show from a few weeks ago, and family life. You can check him out on TikTok , check out BEYONDTHECRY.ORG more info on Cri du chat.

Tonight's episode is Matt and Ashley recapping July. First trip in the bus, car shows, generator woes and the Caddy's first award at PlayLoud 13...Best Project! Time to get to back to work on it so we can get it dialed in for the Cruise to West Coast Kustom Cruise-in Nationals 2027 ! THANKS FOR LISTENING! LIKE, SHARE AND DOWNLOAD! www.hotrodhangout.com

Tonight, Matt got a chance to hang out with Gary from Sinister Stitches Custom Upholstery ! They dive into what originally got him into doing custom upholstery, the advancement in skills and quality through the videos and photos on the internet, friends that came from asking for advice and trying to make the next job better than the last! The current "shop van" and Coronet project that was put on hold, and other sacrifices of growing in the industry. We look forward to working on an over-the-top design for the Caddy and possibly a more subdued interior redo on the '54. We finally got the new setup dialed in enough to record in the bus! We look forward to catching up with everyone at PlayLoud 13 Car and Truck Show this weekend! The Caddy will be there, so come say hey! THANKS FOR LISTENING! LIKE, SHARE AND DOWNLOAD! HOTRODHANGOUT.COM

This episode is a little different than the usual...Dalton came over and we just hung out. Talked about the Burton Brooks show last weekend that he put on, the current state of our projects, the benefit of having family/friends that support you and what we hope to see in the future for the car community. Pretty raw, mostly unedited and still trying to get the bus podcast set up dialed in! REMEMBER ALL "CADDY" T-SHIRTS AND TANK TOPS SOLD THIS MONTH IS A $5 DONATION TO CHADALLAC VEGAS FAMILY THANKS FOR LISTENING! LIKE, SHARE AND DOWNLOAD! https://linktr.ee/hotrodhangoutpodcast

This is the cleaned up version of the YouTube and Facebook Live from Wednesday night. Be sure to check out the tour of Wanda the Wanderlodge (Tour starts at 7:30 of the video). Be sure to check out WWW.HOTRODHANGOUT.COM to see our merch! AND for the month of July any Cadillac shirt or tank top purchase, we will donate $5 to Chadillac Vegas' family. LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE!

Kent Daniels joined us for an episode to give all the details of PlayLoud 13 Car and Truck Show. He also talks about how he got started in the car scene, shows he always goes to and of course some words of wisdom! Come check out PlayLoud 13 on August 1st at St. Paul Rec near the FL/GA Line! A great show with a great cause and registration is only $10 worth of school supplies! Get all the updates on Facebook . LIKE, COMMENT AND SHARE! Don't forget to check out the new merch at www.hotrodhangout.com .

Our first official in the field podcast. We got the opportunity to sit down with Rod Huber owner of Iron Horse Restorations in Cantonment, FL not only for a podcast but also a shop tour. Remember to Tune in to the YouTube Friday 6/19/26 to see what they are working in. LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE! WWW.HOTRODHANGOUT.COM

Another episode of the two of us! After giving all the updates during last week’s episode, we wanted to share what the future holds for us…We share some important dates coming up and the BIG trip for next year! And we had NEW SHIRTS dropped! Be sure to check out www.hotrodhangout.com to check out our merch! Our thought and prayers go out to Cadillac Vegas from the Cadillac Kings and his family! Be sure to go show some support to his family through Go Fund Me . AND if you purchase one of our new Cadillac Shirt, $5 from your total will go to Chad’s family. As always LIKE, COMMENT AND SHARE!

Tonight is just the two of us raw and unedited…trying to test out our mobile setup for recording episodes. We give all the details of why we had to skip a week of publishing episodes and why we have not been posting as much as we usually do. You’re definitely going to want to hear the big plans we have in store! As always LIKE, COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBE! WWW.HOTRODHANGOUT.COM

Michael Resendiz was able to join us for an episode. He talks about growing up in Texas and seeing all the custom low riders hitting switches coming home from work. He talks about the car that got away...a Station Wagon with ostrich interior! Matt and Michael talk about the responsibilities of hydraulics and not being tempted to hit switches going down the road. Michael shares what his unlimited budget build would be and gives insight on what his current builds are. Matt and Michael talk about the struggles of working on a build and that one thing keeping it from making that show or firing up for the first time. Oh, and don't mind the nasty thunderstorm in the background! THANKS FOR LISTENING! LIKE, SHARE AND DOWNLOAD! WWW.HOTRODHANGOUT.COM

This one is a little raw as we were trying out a new way of doing things, but tonight Matt sits down with Kaitlyn with Blacktop Collective and her husband Hunter Johnson...and a special guest appearance from their mini chicken! We touch on how they both got introduced into car culture, what made Kaitlyn switch to the mini truck and photography side of things. Starting with shooting for Trendsetter Worldwide but also trying to build her own brand along the way. We discuss Peachy her daughter's OBS chevy and future plans for that. Also discussed Penny Stocks mixing 2000's crew cab S10 with late 60's C10 to create a minitruck dually show truck. as always talked about shows they never miss and shows that are on the list for future. Be sure check her out on Facebook! THANKS FOR LISTENING! LIKE, SHARE AND DOWNLOAD! WWW.HOTRODHANGOUT.COM

Austin Terry grew up in a family where the car scene wasn’t a hobby, it was a lifestyle. His grandpa’s ’46 Ford Super Deluxe was the first spark, and by the time Austin was 14, he was handed a ’52 Ford of his own — a car he swapped motors in more times that first year than most people do in a decade. Right out of high school, Austin opened his own shop. He walks us through the evolution of that shop, how it grew, how it changed, and why he eventually sold it to get back to what truly matters to him: working on old cars in his own space, at his own pace. Austin is stepping into the Outlaw Class for the High Class Trash Invitational, and he breaks down his plans for his 1924 Model T Sedan — a build with no rules, no limits, and all creativity. Matt and Austin dig into why the Outlaw Class fits him perfectly after years of competing in build‑offs with strict time and budget caps. He also shares some favorites from his fleet: His grandpa’s ’46 Ford — the one he’ll never let go The Dirt Digger, and the story that makes it special Austin gives us the inside scoop on what’s coming next on his YouTube channel — including a future Family Rig build and several projects waiting their turn in the shop. If you want to see what he’s wrenching on, follow Austin’s Automotive on YouTube , TikTok , Facebook , and Instagram .

It’s just Matt and Ashley riding shotgun together in this episode, catching everyone up on the last month of cruising, wrenching, and show‑hopping. They kick things off with their trip to the Lowrider Car Show in Tampa—checking out some wild hopping competitions, rolling into the after‑party, and soaking in rows of insanely detailed lowriders that looked like they rolled straight out of a candy‑paint daydream. From there, they shift gears into Custom Culture 26, where they got to drive some killer rides to and from the show, talk through some of the standout trophy winners, and celebrate a big milestone: the Caddy made its first public appearance… and wrapped the day with a surprise nobody saw coming. Matt and Ashley close things out by looking ahead—sharing the events they’ll be hitting next and giving listeners a little insight into what the future holds for them.

This week, Matt sits down with Mitch Unverzagt , a guy who grew up with the smell of old‑school Ford steel in the air. Mitch’s childhood was surrounded by his dad’s ’70s Fords, and that early exposure lit the fuse for a lifetime in the automotive world. As a teenager he was hitting car shows, drag strips, and mud bogs with his buddies—and at just 16 he picked up a ’79 Ford he still owns today. Mitch opens up about why he jumped into the Build Off and breaks down his vision for the High Class Trash Invitational. He and Matt dig into the different car scenes across the country, comparing how each region shapes its own flavor of hot‑rodding and community. They trade stories about growing up around cars, chasing adventures, and the moments that cemented their love for the culture. And of course, Mitch shares his dream build—one that’ll make any classic TV fan grin: the legendary General Lee . It’s an episode packed with nostalgia, grit, and the kind of stories that remind you why we keep these old machines alive.

Darien White joins the show to talk about a journey that started at just 14 years old , wrenching on an old S10 with a blown head gasket and a grandpa who was willing to teach him the ropes. That early spark turned into a lifelong drive: autobody school, self‑taught welding, and a passion for building cars the hard way — by learning every lesson firsthand. Darien breaks down the first full build he ever tackled and the mistakes that shaped him. Now he’s stepping into the Outlaw Class for the High Class Trash Invitational , choosing freedom over restrictions so he can push his skills — and his creativity — as far as they’ll go. His project for the build‑off? A 1940 GM truck that’s already testing his limits in all the right ways. Matt and Darien dig into what it really means to drive low, the quirks and hazards you only learn from experience, and the truck sitting in the corner that Darien’s wife has her eye on for a future build. They also get into how auctions are reshaping the car market and what that means for everyday builders. At the end of the day, Darien reminds us why this culture matters: car people are down‑to‑earth folks who just want to keep the scene alive — one build, one story, one late‑night garage session at a time. Check out his latest adventures on Facebook and Instagram !

Ron Lahr steps into the studio with a lifetime of speed, grit, and family‑built passion behind him. His obsession started early—BMX racing at 12, three‑wheelers by 14, and full‑blown drag racing at 17. But the real spark came from his uncle, a drag racer who built one hot rod a year and talked cars with Ron every single day. Ron shares the lessons, the laughs, and the bond that shaped the builder he is today. Now competing in the Outlaw Class for the High Class Trash Invitational , Ron teases some absolutely wild ideas for his build—big imagination, tight budget, and zero fear. As a chassis builder known for crafting exotic frames, he breaks down how he approaches structure, creativity, and pushing limits without losing control. Ron looks back on the 2015 Rat Rod Magazine Build Off and the story behind that unforgettable build. He and Matt dig into the wide range of styles, professions, and skill levels represented in the build‑off world, and how each builder brings something unique to the table. The conversation turns reflective as they remember the people who inspired them but are no longer here, and how both car culture and everyday life have changed over the years. Ron closes the episode with some genuinely solid advice—worth sticking around for—and hints at a surprise he has planned for all the builders in this year’s Invitational. This one’s heartfelt, high‑energy, and full of the kind of wisdom only decades in the garage can teach.

It’s just Matt and Ashley on the mics tonight, catching everyone up on what’s been happening behind the scenes. They dive into some life updates, and Matt drops a piece of exciting news you won’t want to miss. He also breaks down what’s going on with the tow pig and where that project stands today. The conversation turns to the community—how grateful they are for the people who show up, lend a hand, and look out for each other when someone’s in a jam. They also run through the upcoming shows and events they’re planning to hit, so you’ll know exactly where to find them next. And if you’ve ever wondered how you can help keep this podcast rolling, stick around. They share how you can get involved and support the show in a real way.

This week, Matt sits down with Vinny Roberts, a guy whose story runs deep with family, hard work, and a whole lot of horsepower. Vinny grew up watching his dad fall in love with cars before stepping into a life of honorable service in law enforcement. Meanwhile, young Vinny was spending his days hanging around the local salvage yard—until the day he was gifted his very first car: a ’69 Charger. That moment lit a fire that never went out. Matt and Vinny dive into the age‑old truth that every guy has a brand—Ford, Chevy, Mopar—and how those loyalties shape who we are in the garage. Vinny walks through the long list of trades he’s picked up over the years: laying paint, pinstriping, turning wrenches as a certified mechanic, even tackling electronics. He’s a one‑man shop with the skills to back it up. He shares the story of the Plymouth he’ll never let go of, a car built with pieces of his grandmother’s memory woven right into it. And then there’s the time he rolled into a show full of shiny, high‑dollar builds… and walked away with two awards, including Best in Show. Matt and Vinny get real about the difference between what you see on TV and the realistic goals of building cars in the real world. Vinny also gives us a look at the ’57 Plymouth he’s crafting for the High Class Trash Invitational, the story behind the rubber duck riding shotgun on his rat rod, and why he loves adding flamethrowers to his builds. The conversation rounds out with the memories made in the shop, on the road, and at local shows—the love‑hate relationship every builder knows too well—and Vinny closes with some solid advice on finding that spark that keeps you going. This episode is all heart, all grit, and all the reasons we keep turning wrenches. Check out what he's working on Facebook and Instagram THANKS FOR LISTENING! LIKE, SHARE AND DOWNLOAD! www.hotrodhangout.com