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Road to Air|Water and a VERY Stubborn VW Scirocco May 09, 2024

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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

How an Unlikely Car Became the Best Thing I've Ever Owned May 02, 2024

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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. Support this content: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

How to Definitively Blow Up The Past and Ruin the Future Apr 25, 2024

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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

Pushing the Limits / Patrick Long on Driving and Air|Water Apr 17, 2024

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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

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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

Cooler Than You Think: A Frosty Tale of AC Technology Apr 11, 2024

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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. Apr 04, 2024

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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

Andy Boulet / Formula 1 Wind Tunnel Engineer Mar 21, 2024

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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/

https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

00:00 Introduction
14:43 Career Aspirations and Studying Motorsport Engineering
24:55 The Harsh Reality of the Real World
31:09 Transition from Grocery Store to Formula One
39:01 Simulation and Testing in Wind Tunnel
45:17 Dealing with Pressure and Tenacity in the Industry
53:29 Evolution of Aero Regulations in Formula One
01:03:58 The Impact of Netflix's Drive to Survive
01:10:30 The Year of Formula One to Experience
01:21:58 Embracing Failure and Taking Risks

How the NSA and it's Worm (Probably) Doomed Our World Mar 14, 2024

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All it takes is one little worm, and it's all over. This is how and why the NSA dominated another country with some ingenious and insidious lines of code.

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00:00 Introduction

07:22 Nuclear Fission and Uranium Enrichment

22:53 Mystery of Failing Centrifuges

28:37 The Discovery of the Worm

55:29 Surprise Guest: Ben Powell

01:07:15 The Covert Operation to Deploy Stuxnet

Ep 456: Jake Bought a Little (Th)Dingy / Supervans / Stolen Ferraris Mar 07, 2024

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Come listen to Kris make fun of Jake's very dumb boat. Drivers Club: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub discord: https://discord.gg/e7g9ECMPeZ 00:00 Intro 01:11 Jake's Really Stupid Boat 21:17 The Recovery of a Stolen Ferrari 25:34 Details of the Stolen Ferrari Incident 29:35 Comparison of Formula One Cars from Different Eras 34:00 Introduction to CSF Cooling 34:48 Discussion about the Van 40:34 Evolution of the Ford Supervan 48 :18 Apple Car and Electric Cars 54:00 Dodge's Active Vibration Enhancement System 57:24The Rising Cost of Affordable Cars

Amanda Busick: Perseverance, Integrity, Reporting, and Women's Role in Motorsport Feb 29, 2024

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Amanda Busick has extensive experience covering motorsport events like NASCAR and IndyCar, NHRA, and more. Her engaging storytelling and deep understanding of the sport provide listeners with unique insights into the drivers, teams, and the pit lane moments that define each personalities and events at each race.

00:00 - Introduction and Background
07:13 - Early Interest in Media and Broadcasting
09:42 - Work Ethic and Overcoming Challenges
14:44 - Transition to Motorsports
19:36 - Work Ethic and Role Models
34:06 - Preparation and Role of a Pit Reporter
38:03 - Building Relationships with Drivers
46:25 - The Importance of Women in Motorsport
55:16 - The Impact of Social Media on Self-Image

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