Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast

Kris Clewell / Overcrest
  • 4.9 (274)
  • AUTOMOTIVE
  • UPDATED BIWEEKLY

Exploring automotive culture and beyond with diverse guests and compelling stories. With Kris Clewell—novelist, photographer, adventurer, filmmaker, event producer, and former automotive journalist. Join us for engaging conversations with unique guests from all walks of life.

  1. 2D AGO

    Paul Potratz / Helderburg

    Paul Potratz is the founder of Helderburg, a bespoke Land Rover Defender builder known for craftsmanship, style, and intentional design. He is also a longtime connoisseur of style and ritual, and the author of A Gentleman’s Guide to an Intentional Life: A Modern Philosophy of Meaning, Ritual, and the Well-Made Life Check out Paul's Book here and Helderberg here

    1h 9m

  2. JAN 7

    How Porsche Got it Wrong

    We're discussing Porsche’s latest global market updates and why some legacy brands are seeing shifts in customer loyalty. We explore the rising costs of modern cars, the engineering challenges of new product lineups, and the psychology behind how we drive today. Plus, our automotive industry outlook for the rest of the year and a look at where car culture is headed. Support this show: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

    1h 23m

  3. 12/22/2025

    Kei Cars. Diesels, & Big (Dumb) Trucks.

    In complete flip flop fashion Jake bought a new truck. That turns into a running fight about what trucks are actually for, how often they are really used, and why buying capability for hypothetical lives has become normal. From compact pickups and Kei cars to diesel versus gas, bench seats, chicken taxes, bricked Porsches, and Ferrari insisting a V6 is superior to a V12, the episode circles one question over and over: when did cars stop being tools we chose and start becoming decisions made for us. https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

    1h 3m

  4. 12/15/2025

    Joshy Robots / Honesty, Friction, and the Things We Make

    Joshy Robots is a copywriter turned maker and designer, the person behind Earth to Robots, and someone who refuses to let good ideas stay theoretical. In this episode, he and Kris talk about honesty, friction, and why the best things are usually the hardest to make, moving from advertising and design to driving, autonomy, and what gets lost when the world tries to make everything easy. Grab a pullover:https://www.earthtorobots.comSupport this show:Https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

    1h 28m

  5. 12/03/2025

    The Wildest Car the FBI Has Ever Seized.

    In this episode the guys break down the insane story of the FBI seizing a thirteen million dollar Mercedes CLK GTR roadster from an Olympic snowboarder who built a cocaine empire. WE also get into WhistlinDiesel’s tax-evasion indictment, Toyota’s surprise new V8, GM’s wild two-stroke patent, the GM rewards loophole that paid off an Escalade, Sam Altman’s bounced Tesla refund, Stellantis pushing ads into dashboards, and why plug-in hybrids are basically gas cars with homework. A full week of car news, chaos, and commentary the way we do it at Overcrest.

    58 min

  6. 11/27/2025

    Is This The Worst Wrong Turn Ever?

    Kris and Jes explore the tragic story of the Kim family, who took a wrong turn on Bear Camp Road during their Thanksgiving journey, leading to a harrowing survival situation in the snow. The hosts discuss the family's background, the decisions that led to their predicament, and the search and rescue efforts that followed. The conversation highlights the importance of navigation, preparation for winter driving, and the emotional toll of such crises on families.

    52 min

  7. 11/21/2025

    Flying Lawn Chairs and Helicopter Gold Mining: Adventures in the Sky

    Join us as we dive into the world of aviation with RJ, a seasoned commercial helicopter pilot, as he shares his experiences throughout his storied career. Then, buckle up for the incredible true story of the man who soared to 16,000 feet in a lawn chair, defying gravity and common sense.

    1h 2m

  8. 11/17/2025

    John Ludwick / Built on Obsession

    John Ludwick doesn’t build for attention. He builds because he can’t stop. The Auto Union 1000 SP that nearly broke him wasn’t a commission or a content play. It was obsession turned physical. Every weld, every sleepless night, every dollar gone was proof that the only way forward was through. What started as a forgotten German coupe became a full reimagining of Auto Union’s spirit, shaped in a small garage by a man who refuses to quit. Support the obsession and check out John's merch here: https://ludwicksgarage.com/ Support Overcrest and Get Cool Stuff: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

    1h 45m
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Exploring automotive culture and beyond with diverse guests and compelling stories. With Kris Clewell—novelist, photographer, adventurer, filmmaker, event producer, and former automotive journalist. Join us for engaging conversations with unique guests from all walks of life.

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  • Creator
    Kris Clewell / Overcrest
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    531
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kris Clewell / Overcrest
  • Show Website
    Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast

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