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Overcrest delves into news, obscure history, transportation culture, and the changing nature of the technological landscape with humor and the unique perspective of professional journalism. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support

Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast Kris Clewell and Jake Solberg

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Overcrest delves into news, obscure history, transportation culture, and the changing nature of the technological landscape with humor and the unique perspective of professional journalism. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support

    How a Ford Pinto Became the Best Car I've Ever Owned

    How a Ford Pinto Became the Best Car 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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    • 24 min
    How to Definitively Blow Up The Past and Ruin the Future

    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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    • 54 min
    Pushing the Limits / Patrick Long on Driving and Air|Water

    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

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    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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    • 54 min
    Cooler Than You Think: A Frosty Tale of AC Technology

    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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    • 1 hr 23 min
    In Your Car, Nothing is Private. Not even your Privates.

    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.

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    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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    • 1 hr 10 min
    Andy Boulet / Formula 1 Wind Tunnel Engineer

    Andy Boulet / Formula 1 Wind Tunnel Engineer

    Andy Boulet is an engineer with Racing Bulls Formula 1 (Formerly Alpha Tauri). He is a member of the wind tunnel and wind tunnel model building team.

    https://www.instagram.com/andyboulet/

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    00:00 Introduction 14:43 Career Aspirations and Studying Motorsport Engineering24:55 The Harsh Reality of the Real World31:09 Transition from Grocery Store to Formula One39:01 Simulation and Testing in Wind Tunnel45:17 Dealing with Pressure and Tenacity in the Industry53:29 Evolution of Aero Regulations in Formula One01:03:58 The Impact of Netflix's Drive to Survive01:10:30 The Year of Formula One to Experience01:21:58 Embracing Failure and Taking Risks




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    • 1 hr 24 min

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