West Of Tulsa Show

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West of Tulsa is a weekly show that dives deep into the chronicles of motor & machine. Hosted by Emmy Award winning journalist and car fanatic CJ Ward, each episode uncovers compelling and often never before heard experiences behind some of the world’s most desirable and unique vintage, collectible and modern cars and the people who own them. Recorded at the West of Tulsa Studio in Ventura, CA, the show features weekly guests from all across the world, from collectors, race drivers, tuners, and restorers, to automotive museum directors and car show organizers. They all sit down with CJ and swap stories in an unfiltered, free-flowing conversation about the people, legacy, and passion behind these automotive creations.

  1. 05/21/2025

    Hoonigan Hustle: Gary King's Story from Jets to Drifting

    This week on the  @WestOfTulsa  Podcast, we sit down with the one and only  @Kinganytime  — a high-octane personality from the world of #Hoonigan , known for his wild energy, unforgettable commentary, and deep roots in motorsports. 🔥 From working on fighter jets to becoming one of the most entertaining faces in automotive media, Gary shares the incredible journey that led him into the world of drifting, burnouts, and now his latest creative venture: #BustaGrimes We dive into: 🚀 How he went from F35s to the fast lane 🏁 What fuels his passion for cars and culture 🎭 The story behind his new company, Busta Grimes 🤘 Life behind the scenes at Hoonigan 💡 What keeps him inspired and evolving ================================================== Baldwin Hills Baby - 2:50 Who's this guy? - 8:55 Where did it start? - 10:45 Living his childhood fantasy - 16:03 Ken Block - 18:56 Hottest Drifter - 27:42 Junior - 37:29 R34 No RB?? - 46:10 Mr. Kouki Bear - 1:04:43 Busta Grimes - 1:05:53 Best Black Drifter - 1:25:38 Bloopers - 1:29:45 ================================================== Whether you're a die-hard gearhead, a Hoonigan fan, or just love stories of people chasing what they love, this one’s for you. 📺 Hit play, buckle up, and get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe get a little rowdy with Gary King Jr. 👇 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your favorite part of the episode! #WestOfTulsa #GaryKingJr #Hoonigan #BustaGrimes #Podcast #Motorsports #Drifting #CarCulture #Burnouts #Hoonigans #BehindTheBuild

    1h 31m
  2. 05/07/2025

    CJ Explores Pet Peeves, USS Yorktown and The REAL Ron Burgundy

    On this week's  @WestOfTulsa  Show we talk about everything from our driving #petpeeves to the USS #USSYorktown discovery to exploring the story behind the real #Anchorman , #ronburgundy . Check out our pet peeves and let us know what really pisses you off when you drive. We talk about what researchers just discovered in the sunken hull of the USS Yorktown, an aircraft carrier torpedoed by the Japanese during the #battleofmidway in 1942. And we talk about the movie Anchorman and C.J. gives us his insight into who the movie character is based on and some of his own behind-the-scenes TV experiences. Enjoy and please follow, like and subscribe! #worldwar2 #yorktown #ronburgundy #petpeeves #westoftulsashow 0:00 - Pre-opening opening 0:35 - The real intro 1:20 - C.J.'s driving pet peeve 5:15 - Gabe's pet peeve 6:40 - Christina's pet peeves, yes she has more than one! 11:15 - Dan's pet peeve 16:00 - Christina's search for car culture 21:25 - USS Yorktown, guess what researchers discovered inside the sunken hull 26:40 - Reaction to Gabe hosting the show for the first time 30:30 - Who's the real Anchorman movie character based upon? 35:00 - C.J.'s TV stories and makeup choices =============================================================================== Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WestOfTulsa Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westoftulsa/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westoftulsa Check out our website: www.westoftulsa.com

    50 min
  3. 02/12/2025

    The Healing Ride: How Sam Slodowitz Balances Stunts and Alternative Medicine

    This week on the  @WestOfTulsa  Show, horses versus horsepower: Super badass Sam and her stunts. We meet motorcycle stuntwoman Sam Slodowitz. She talks about being an adrenaline junkie and working in holistic medicine. Sam also explains what it's like to be in a male dominated world. And thank you for supporting our mission to preserve these stories. 0:00 - Introduction of Sam Slodowitz 0:40 - CJ screws up Sam's last name 1:35 - How Christina met super badass Sam 3:45 - How does some get into stunt riding? 7:00 - Sam's goal to do stunts in the movies 10:00 - Sam's bike modifications and her worst falls 17:50.- What protective gear does she wear? 21:00 - Sam in a male dominated world 28:00 - Even as a little girl, Sam dreamed about riding motorcycles 33:00 - Tricks of the stunt trade and what can go wrong! 39:20 - Dotting your T's, visualizing what can go right 42:45 - Music on and I'm ready to go. Taylor Swift ?? 48:40 - Sam describes her holistic healthcare career 52:30 - Updating the genetic markers from generation to generation 58:00 - Christina talks about her upcoming International Women's Day event 1:02:50 - Supporting the Jessi Combs Foundation 1:06:45 - Taylor Swift & Keanu Reeves generosity ======================================================================= Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WestOfTulsa Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westoftulsa/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westoftulsa Check out our website: www.westoftulsa.com

    1h 8m

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West of Tulsa is a weekly show that dives deep into the chronicles of motor & machine. Hosted by Emmy Award winning journalist and car fanatic CJ Ward, each episode uncovers compelling and often never before heard experiences behind some of the world’s most desirable and unique vintage, collectible and modern cars and the people who own them. Recorded at the West of Tulsa Studio in Ventura, CA, the show features weekly guests from all across the world, from collectors, race drivers, tuners, and restorers, to automotive museum directors and car show organizers. They all sit down with CJ and swap stories in an unfiltered, free-flowing conversation about the people, legacy, and passion behind these automotive creations.