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Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast Kris Clewell and Jake Solberg
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4.7 • 12 Ratings
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Overcrest hosts industry guests, talks about horribly bad ideas and sh*tbox endeavors. The guys also delve into news, obscure history, and the changing nature of the technological landscape with humor and the unique perspective of totally unprofessional journalism. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support
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Road to Air|Water and a VERY Stubborn VW Scirocco
Kris and Jake explore the Desert, Air|Water show, and make a pit stop at Roy’s Cafe on iconic Route 66 for the Overcrest Road to Air|Water. From pinball machines to car mishaps, they share their adventures, challenges, and camaraderie. Don’t miss their Tiki bar visit and the unexpected twist during brake bleeding.
00:00 Introduction
02:52 The Air|Water Show and the Porsche Community
09:02 Road Trip to Roy's Cafe on Route 66
20:45 Educating and Evangelizing the Concept of Driving to a Destination
22:23 The Importance of Timing and Planning for a Successful Event
59:00 Working on the Volkswagen Scirocco
01:18:00 Bleeding Brakes and Brake Fluid Mishaps
01:23:30 Upcoming Projects and Adventures
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How an Unlikely Car Became the Best Thing I've Ever Owned
Kris recounts and reads from an article he wrote on a life changing trip with his daughter in a 1973 Ford Pinto Squire Wagon. Easily the best car, he's ever owned.
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How to Definitively Blow Up The Past and Ruin the Future
From smartphones to helicopters, discover how introducing modern marvels to historical settings could spell disaster—or dazzle the denizens of the past. Also, catch the latest on a slow-motion chemical spectacle, a faux Lamborghini on Craigslist, Toyota shattering records, and the perils of piloting a Dodge Charger Hellcat... and more.Join the Drivers Club!https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub00:00 Introduction06:37 Exploring the Feasibility of Bringing Advanced Technology25:16 Craigslist Car of the Week: Lamborghini Countach Replica37:14 Toyota Crushes Land Speed Record-Setting Prius47:56 Reckless Driving with a Dodge Charger Hellcat
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Pushing the Limits / Patrick Long on Driving and Air|Water
Pat Long is a renowned and successful race car driver who made his career racing for Porsche. He also is an event producer and the founder of Porsche centric events Luftgekuhlt and Air|Water, two of the largest one make car shows in the world.
"If you took Max Verstappen today and put him on the grid in 1988 against that current lineup at the front of the field, he's going to do really well, but he's not going to be in the last three tenths of whoever that was." - Pat Long
Check out Air|Water here:https://air-water.com/pages/event
Check out the Drivers Club!
https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
00:00 Introduction
09:29 The Thrill of Racing and the Adrenaline Rush
15:32 The Mindset of a Professional Racer
31:42 The Importance of Connection and the Driving Experience
47:57 The Vision Behind the Airwater Event
56:33 Finding a Balance Between Performance and Utility
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Cooler Than You Think: A Frosty Tale of AC Technology
From Frederick Tudor's ice trade revolution to the game-changing innovations in automotive air conditioning, this podcast explores the fascinating history and impact of refrigeration. Join Kris, Jake, and Austin from AC Solutions as they delve into the challenges, innovations, and environmental considerations that have shaped the way we keep cool.
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In Your Car, Nothing is Private. Not even your Privates.
In this episode dashboard confessionals take on a whole new meaning in hideously vague and violative auto manufacturer privacy policies. The guys also chat about what year is the best year to own cars from and the news of the week.
Join The Drivers Club!
https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub
00:00 Introduction
09:00 Choosing a Single Year of Production Cars
21:46 Car for Sale: 1984 TVR 280i with 650 Miles
46:41Car Brands and Privacy
53:50 Lego my Mugshot
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Customer Reviews
A great mix of content
Well researched, enthusiastically presented and good fun. It’s a bit like listening in on your car mad mates having a chat.
Worth subscribing? “Yeahhh!”
Best pod cast
So entertaining. I highly recommend this if your into cars and having a laugh.
Great listen
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