The Truck Show Podcast

Ep. 232 - Short Course Racer Keegan Kincaid Jun 27, 2022

Short course champ Keegan Kincaid joins the show and talks to the guys about truck racing, Wisconsin, and burgers. Lightning sets his sights on a new crusade and Holman claims to be burned out on project vehicles. For now.

Ep. 231 - The Great Plate Debate Jun 20, 2022

Lightning and Holman square off, each bringing their own legal expert to the show to get to the bottom of what Holman calls “Lightning’s abject misunderstanding of license plate laws”, or something like that. Find out who comes out on top in the latest round of Lightning vs. Holman, and who wishes they had.

Ep. 230 - Our Buddy Emme Hall, Sorry Jordan, What Is Lightning Wrong About Now? Jun 13, 2022

Our favorite buddy Emme Hall is back to tell us how she finally got herself a TSP sticker, our other buddy Jordan from Florida Truck Meet hates us, and Lightning is being both California Pompous AND wrong again… find out about what this time.

Ep. 229 - Behind The Scenes Of An Online Retailer, Holman’s GPW Update, Lightning’s Plans To Ruin His New Truck Jun 06, 2022

Greg Nelson from Real Truck tells the guys why RealTruck.com should be your one-stop shop for truck parts and accessories, Holman talks through his latest adventures in finding parts for his GPW project, and Lightning discloses which mods he plans to do first on his new truck, and which controversial one Holman thinks will put him on the path to ruining it.

Ep. 228 - Adam Carolla, JL Audio, Did We Mention Adam Carolla? May 30, 2022

Adam Carolla joins the guys to talk about his days working with Lightning in radio, road trips to Vegas, mini-trucks, and a whole lot more. Manville Smith, JL Audio’s VP of Marketing, talks the history of JL Audio and upgrades for your truck.

Ep. 227 - 2022 Rivian R1T Review, Paint Protection, 2022 Nissan Frontier Review, Cerro Gordo May 23, 2022

Holman reviews a Rivian R1T, Four Wheeler’s Jered Korfhage takes the 2022 Nissan Frontier on a multi-State road trip, the guys speak to Chris Hardy at Xpel about paint protection options, and Cerro Gordo’s Brent Underwood sends a personalized message to Lightning.

Ep. 226 - Recoveryisode with Factor 55, Casey LaDelle, and 406 Garage May 16, 2022

Learn about the right products and techniques for your own recovery needs from Justin Andrews of Factor 55, get to know Casey LaDelle from Cascade Heavy Rescue, and find out what our friend Ben Palmer recovered on his recent trip to Southern California.

Ep. 225 - Easter Safari, Jeep Concepts, Another e-Truck From Ford May 09, 2022

Holman heads to the 2022 Easter Safari in Moab, Utah and catches up with Jeep’s head designer, Mark Allen, and the Head of Jeep, North America, Jim Morrision. Ford teases that a second electric truck is on the way and a vintage duallie-converted Suburban sells at auction.

Ep. 224 - BONUS: Tour of California’s Mitchell Caverns May 02, 2022

Lightning heads deep underground on an OLAF-assembled VIP tour of Mitchell Caverns in California’s Mojave Desert.

Ep. 223 - OLAF Mojave Road Adventure Fest Apr 25, 2022

Recorded live from the MDHCA museum grounds in Goffs, California at the OLAF Mojave Road Adventure Fest, the guys share a little history, some cool experiences, and talk to a few truck owners about their personal rigs.

Ep. 222 - 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2 First Drive and Overview, RPM Act, Quickest Trucks Ever Tested Apr 18, 2022

Go on a 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2 first drive with Holman, followed by an overview of the ZR2 with GM’s Jim Holtgreven and Jeff Scott and hear from Jon Pulli from Turn 14 and the Racing Enthusiasts and Suppliers Coalition (RESC) to learn how you can help support the RPM act. Also, find out what 10 trucks are the quickest ever tested by MotorTrend.

Ep. 221 - Borla R&D Field Trip Apr 11, 2022

The guys receive special access to visit Borla’s R&D facility in Oxnard, California and get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into the development and creation of an aftermarket exhaust system, with David Borla himself.

Ep. 220 - Ford Maverick Mini Truck Revival, Centerforce Adventure Run ’22, What NOT To Do In Shop Class Apr 04, 2022

Kenneth Mccay dives headfirst into his 2022 Ford Maverick mini truck build and shares his progress with us. Holman returns from Centerforce’s manual transmission overland run in Arizona and the guys provide tips of what NOT to do in shop class.

Ep. 219 - 74Weld Brings Portals To Your 4x4, Hemi Replacement Announced, TSP’s New Car Care Line Mar 28, 2022

Quinn Pultz from 74Weld returns to the podcast to talk about his just-announced bolt-on portal axle option for Jeep 4x4s, the guys discuss the engine that will replace the venerable Hemi, and Holman puts a name to Lightning’s proposed Truck Show Podcast car care line.

Ep. 218 - HELLTRAXX For Your 4x4, EPA Announces Fine, Wanna Go Camping? Mar 21, 2022

Find out how Steve Mancini’s Jeep Gladiator ended up with giant tracks on it, HELLTRAXX, to be specific, and what inspired this cool upgrade. The EPA announces the fine for our friend Kory Willis, and Holman and Lightning announce their partnership with OLAF Events to host a listener campout.

Ep. 217 - Should You Ceramic Coat Your Truck and Other Detailing Secrets Mar 14, 2022

Shine Supply’s Jeremy Stevens joins us to chat about detailing products, techniques, and what ceramic coatings are good for. Holman teases a recent excursion for a future episode and “The Jordans” try out their new podcast on our podcast.

Ep. 216 - Kory Willis Returns to Talk EPA, Hamburgers, And Saving The World Mar 07, 2022

PPEI’s “Truck Infamous” Kory Willis finally has resolution with the EPA and discusses the seven-year legal battle, the future of tuning, and how he plans to save the world. We also learn Lightning’s beauty secrets and pose the age-old TSP question to Kory: In-N-Out or Whataburger?

Ep. 215 - Desert Explorer Billy Creech, Planning and Pacing Off-Road Trips, Ranger Raptor Is Coming! Feb 28, 2022

Billy Creech, desert explorer, talks about pacing and planning of your next off-road adventure, what you need to bring, and how to outfit your trail rig. Ford confirms the Ranger Raptor is coming to your local Ford dealer and the guys want to go camping with you.

Ep. 214 - SDI Active Suspension, Truck Meet Update, Know Your Note Feb 21, 2022

Go on a tour with Dan Worley and learn about SDI’s aftermarket E-CLIK active suspension offerings for Jeeps and trucks, Jordan Muhlbauer gives us an update on the future of Daytona Truck Meet, and the guys try to “Know Your Note”. Hang out for a special guest at the end that will delight all our Kevin and Bean fans.

Ep. 213 - 6x6 Trucks, Nissan Frontier Concepts, California Pompousness Feb 14, 2022

Manny Ramirez from Florida’s Papis Garage is changing the 6x6 game, Nissan’s Hiren Patel gives us the design background on the trio of Frontier concepts from the Chicago auto show, and the guys delve into California pompousness once again.

Ep. 212 - Drifting An EV F-550, Handy Tailgate, Origins Feb 07, 2022

Join Holman as he visits Dana’s cold weather testing facility in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and drifts a converted electric Ford F-550 chassis cab in the snow and hear from entrepreneur Suzie Ruhs and her company TailHand, which makes a “handy” addition to any tailgate. The guys also research the origins of Lightning’s favorite overused drop.

Ep. 211 - Scott Birdsall, Shop Etiquette, Ugly Fender Flares Jan 31, 2022

Our friend Scott Birdsall, from Chuckles Garage, returns to talk Pike’s Peak plans, diesel records, Rolex watches, and offers Holman a bucket list opportunity. The guys discuss which new vehicle has the ugliest fender flares, and one of the guys enjoys a rare Internet win about shop etiquette, while the other hawks wares for Schmanks.

Ep. 210 - AutoBio, Be A Part Of KOH, Lightning’s Dad Jan 24, 2022

After Lightning cheats death, the Truck Show Podcast is back with another great episode. Paul and Katie Rooprai from AutoBio give the guys the scoop on their new technology for saving and sharing your vehicle’s story. Find out how to volunteer for King of the Hammers and Lightning’s dad wants to buy what?

Ep. 209 - 2024 Chevy Silverado EV, Lightning Orders A Truck, FWOTY Winners Jan 10, 2022

We hit 2022 running by taking you behind the scenes of the 2024 Chevy Silverado EV with chief engineer Nichole Kraatz. Lightning allegedly orders himself a truck and Holman reveals the winners of the 2022 Four Wheeler of the Year competitions. The guys also talk about what vehicles they are working on for their teen drivers.

Ep. 208 - Matt Farah From The Smoking Tire Dec 27, 2021

Settle in for an interesting, insightful, and perhaps controversial, conversation about the state of the automotive lifestyle that includes topics that range from supercars and DeLoreans to EVs and today’s trucks with Matt Farah from The Smoking Tire.

Ep. 207 - Deep Dive With Toyo Tires, Cal Car Cover Giveaway, Holman Needs Powder Coating Dec 20, 2021

The guys have a great conversation about tires with Toyo’s very own Todd Bergeson, friend of the show, Shawn Moore, has a powder coat shop, and we call the winner of our California Car Cover holiday giveaway.

Ep. 206 - Mint 400, Flat Fenders, Revenge of the Halls, Special Guest Dec 13, 2021

This episode is full of listener adventures, from Lightning racing the Mint 400 with Taquache Motorsports to Holman dropping the Odd Ford off with listener Brandon Naves for some fab work. Also, find out which member of the Hall racing family exacted their revenge on Lightning in the desert and stay for our special guest at the end.

Ep. 205 - Missing In The Mojave, Custom Truck Protection In Time For Christmas Dec 06, 2021

Holman takes a five-day journey through the Mojave Desert on the East Mojave Heritage Trail and California Car cover’s Jimmy DeFrank comes back on the show with an offer that Truck Show Podcast listeners can’t refuse.

Ep. 204 - Dino’s Git Down and Behind the Scenes at FWOTY Nov 29, 2021

Lightning convinces Dino from Dino’s Git Down to let him come hang out and grabs a few interviews from within the C10 world, while Holman gives a peak behind the scenes at Four Wheeler’s annual “Of The Year” competition.

Ep. 203 - Shocks, GUY! Nov 23, 2021

Fresh off the road to SEMA, the guys are ready to damp your shock curiosity with Shane Casad from Bilstein, deliver the latest truck news, and find out what’s on your mind.

Ep. 202 - BONUS: SEMA 2021 Day 5 Nov 15, 2021

Our final SEMA episode ends on a high note with Shelby American president Gary Patterson, the crew from Hellwig, and a special SEMA wrap up with friend of the show abd Car Cast co-host, the one and only Matt “Motorator” D’Andria.

Ep. 201 - BONUS: SEMA 2021 Day 4 Nov 08, 2021

Day 4 of SEMA 2021 continues our week of industry coverage with SCT’s Scott Stutler, Mario Donovan of AT Overland, Black Lake’s Seth Ravndal, Hypercraft’s Jon Miller, SCORE’s Jim Ryan, Quadratec’s Ralph Mondeaux, and Jhan Dolphin of PREFIX.

Ep. 200 - BONUS: SEMA 2021 Day 3 Nov 06, 2021

Day 3 of SEMA 2021 brings to you David Page from Edelbrock, John Hotchkis and the SEMA PAC, Cam Douglass from Optima Batteries, Cesar Gracida of RKSport, Kyle Fischer and Lavon Miller from Hot Shot’s Secret, and Wilwood’s own Michael Hamerick.

Ep. 199 - BONUS: SEMA 2021 Day 2 Nov 05, 2021

Day 2 of SEMA 2021 is another great day with interviews that include Mopar head designer Mark Trostle, Bob Rogers from Lance Camper, C10 Talk’s Ronnie Wetch, Jeepin’ Bubba, Earth Cruiser’s Lance Gilles, Jordan Muhlbauer with an UPDATE! (and bourbon), and the one and only Gale Banks.

Ep. 198 - BONUS: SEMA 2021 Day 1 (and Jay Leno too!) Nov 03, 2021

Day 1 of SEMA 2021 is jammed packed with great interviews about great parts and accessories for your truck. Also, don’t miss the Jay Leno cameo!

Ep. 197 - SEMA Announcements, Fix Your Clapped-Out Seats, OnX Offroad Updates Oct 25, 2021

SEMA is coming, and we will be there! Get the details so you can come see us record the podcast live. The guys also get the skinny on repairing your well-worn truck seats from the Seat Shop’s Matt and Brian Verhalen and OnX Off-Road has some awesome new features to coming to the app.

Ep. 196 - Top 10 Stolen Vehicles, Recent Event Recaps, Catching Up With You Oct 18, 2021

Trucks top the “10 Most Stolen” list and the guys do a quick dissection of each vehicle to make the infamous list. Holman recaps recent events at the Mojave Road Rendezvous and OLAF where he had a chance meet up with listeners and the guys catch up on e-mails and 5-star hotline calls.

Ep. 195 - Ride Along In GMC’s Hummer EV Pickup, Lightning Drives The 2022 Nissan Frontier Oct 11, 2021

Join Holman as he gets behind the wheel of a preproduction 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickup at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds in Milford, Michigan. Lightning gets surprised with keys to a 2022 Nissan Frontier and gives his own review.

Ep. 194 - Rivian R1T First Drive, Lemon Laws, Truck News Oct 04, 2021

Holman finally opens up about his 1,500-miles of experience behind the wheel of Rivian’s R1T all-electric pickup and the guys bring on friend, Mike Rice, who shares his insider experience with lemon laws. We will also bring you up to speed on all the latest news.

Ep. 193 - “What Is A Truck” Revisited, 2022 Toyotas, 2022 Ford Maverick Sep 27, 2021

The guys revisit the age-old topic of “what is a truck?”, journalist Jason Gonderman comes on to talk about the all-new Toyota Tundra and updated Toyota Tacoma, and Ford’s Mike Levine makes the case for the 2022 Ford Maverick.

Ep. 192 – GM’s Chief Engineer Talks Silverado, Billy Creech Talks Desert Adventure, A Goat Talks Holman Sep 20, 2021

GM’s Executive Chief Engineer for Full Size Trucks, Jaclyn McQuaid, returns to the show with some inside information on the all-new 2022 Chevy Silverado. Explorer Billy Creech once again regales the guys with Mojave Desert lore, along with an invite to the 42nd annual Mojave Road Rendezvous, and a goat delivers a stunning G.O.A.T. impersonation.

Ep. 191 - Ram CEO Mike Koval, Holman’s Embargoes Revealed, Don’t Know Your Note Sep 13, 2021

Ram Truck CEO Mike Koval comes on to talk about the Ram Brand in 2022 and reveal some major news. Holman finally opens up on some of his recent trips and then fails miserably at knowing the notes found in listener Ben Palmer’s yard.

Ep. 190 - 2021 Ford Raptor Truck Review, Peak Suspension, Chip Shortage Mayhem Sep 06, 2021

Holman drives the all-new 2021 Ford Raptor and gives his take on Ford’s extensive new upgrades, Nick Psomas from Peak Suspension talks about entrepreneurship and how he grew a successful business in a crowded category, and the chip shortage continues to ravage the industry.

Ep. 189 - Getaway Driving In A Truck, Ultimate Adventure ’21, Flatty Talk Aug 30, 2021

Builder Matt Ryce proves that even a ’55 Dodge truck on a Chevy S-10 frame can be used as a getaway rig. Christian Hazel comes on the show to discuss the upcoming Ultimate Adventure ’21 and shares his love of old flat fender Jeeps.

Ep. 188 - Whipple It Real Good, Toyota Diesel Coming?, Bronco vs. Wrangler Dissimilar Model Comparison Aug 23, 2021

Take a deep dive with Dustin Whipple of Whipple Superchargers and learn about what it takes to supercharge today’s trucks and SUVs. Toyota drops a video about diesel technology, leaving the industry to wonder if a new Toyota diesel is coming. Also find out what Holman and Lieberman think when they compare two dissimilar trim levels of Bronco and Wrangler.

Ep. 187 - California’s New Smog Check Procedure and Racer Josh Robinson Aug 16, 2021

Have you heard the news about California’s scary new smog check procedure? You know, the one that scans your ECU for non-standard files and modifications? Well, the guys hook up with Peter Treydte from SEMA's emissions lab to get the straight scoop on what this really means for enthusiasts. We’ll also check in with our favorite new Australian friend, Duralast-sponsored racer Josh Robinson, and find out why he is putting an LS-based V-12 in a Datsun mini truck.

Ep. 186 - 2022 Nissan Frontier First Drive, Listener Meetup, Hardbody Found Aug 09, 2021

Hang out with the guys as they host an unofficial meetup at Four Sons Brewery in Huntington Beach, California and Holman gets behind the wheel of the new ’22 Nissan Frontier to give his take on Nissan’s new midsize. Nissan also tells the guys about the latest addition to the Nissan Heritage Collection.

Ep. 185 - Vintage Engine Fires, Billet Bits For Trucks, Lightning’s Truck Truth Aug 02, 2021

After explaining how he almost burned down his 79-year-old flat fender GPW, Holman talks about the direction of his latest project. Jonathan Peace from Sparc Industries shares his story of entrepreneurship and how he is designing and manufacturing the perfect complement to any build while listeners weigh in on Lightning’s quest to rejoin the ranks of truck ownership.

Ep. 184 - How To Strap It Down With Mac’s, Truck News, Know Your Tractor? Jul 26, 2021

Learn what it takes to make a quality tie-down strap and why Mac’s Custom Tie-Downs is the leader in cargo management with the president of Mac’s, Colin McLemore. Colin shares common mistakes people make when securing loads and why it is important to use good equipment and techniques to get your precious cargo from Point A to Point B. The guys also discuss the latest news in trucks while listeners put a new spin on “Know Your Note”.

Ep. 183 - Dr. Death Wobble Jul 19, 2021

Learn about the death wobble phenomenon by signing up for this Death Wobble 101 audio course at the Truck Show Podcast satellite campus of Death Wobble University from none other than our own death wobble expert, Dr. Death Wobble, who may or may not have a real degree from the internet. Also, Lightning and Holman create two more social accounts that they won’t maintain with any regularity.

Ep. 182 - Alpine F1 Status, Quickest Police Car Is a Truck, F-Series Sales Crown In Jeopardy? Jul 12, 2021

Our first guest, Alpine’s Steve Brown, returns to talk about the company’s new state-of-the-art, audiophile-quality F1 Status sound system. The guys discuss the quickest police “car” to date, and find out that it is a truck, and talk about the sales fallout of the current chip shortage.

Ep. 181 - Celebrating America With Mil-Spec’s Bespoke M1-R Hummer Jul 05, 2021

As Hummer H1s get harder to find, one company is pushing the limits of what the ultimate H1 could be. Mil-Spec Automotive rebuilds Hummers from the ground up, reimagining them with performance and luxury, and the latest example will blow your mind. From design details to old-school craftsmanship, find out why the M1-R is the ultimate expression of the H1 platform. Hear from Mil-Spec’s President, Ian Broekman, and get a little whiskey bonus thrown in.

Ep. 180 - ’21 Bronco First Drive, Factory 35s on Jeep, Electrified Camp Trailers Jun 28, 2021

Holman finally gets behind the wheel of the all-new Ford Bronco and gives his review, Jeep responds to Ford’s Sasquatch package with the Xtreme Recon package, and the guys from Campworks Co. tell the guys all about their off-grid adventure trailer.

Ep. 179 - Lightning Strikes Daytona Jun 21, 2021

Lightning heads to Florida to cover the massive Daytona Truck Meet truck show.

Ep. 178 - Electrified 4Runner Goes Racing, Door Panel Protection, Inbox Jun 14, 2021

So, if you had an opportunity to race a Toyota 4Runner at King of the Hammers, you would naturally pull out the stock drivetrain and replace it with one from a Nissan Leaf, wouldn’t you? Well Kyle Seggelin did just that. Hear more about his electrified journey and how he made it happen. Also hear from Ed and Romina Tansingco from ThinSkinz, which is a great product to protect your door panels from destructive cargo, man’s best friend, and messy passengers.

Ep. 177 - Overland Adventure ’21, Factory Tacoma Upgrades, Best Burger Jun 07, 2021

Come along on Four Wheeler’s Overland Adventure where you will hear from participants and their unique vehicles, podcast listeners, and some great companies who attended this 400-mile trip through the backcountry. Toyota upgrades the Tacoma lineup for ’22 and we attempt to settle the burger wars with a spokesperson from the Texas contingent.

Ep. 176 - Galeisode #3, Part 2 May 31, 2021

The second part of our third Gale Banks sit down is sure to delight and entertain you. The guys also enjoy a listener gift and attempt to “Know Your Note”.

Ep. 175 - Galeisode #3, Part 1 May 24, 2021

Sit down and strap in for part one of a two-part chat with the one and only Gale Banks. Also hear the guys argue the merits of certain technologies in the automotive market and hear about the new all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning.

Ep. 174 - Ford Raptor Design, Explore Prepared, Daytona Truck Meet Update! May 17, 2021

Walk around the ’21 Ford Raptor with exterior designer Tom Liu and hear from Billy Creech about why it is so important to explore the backcountry prepared. Our buddy Jordan from Daytona Truck Meet returns for a giveaway and Holman tries to talk Lightning through his latest automotive dilemma.

Ep. 173 - GM Defense’s Infantry Squad Vehicle, Ford Bronco Ride Along, Chicken Sandwich Research May 10, 2021

Ride along in the Army’s latest vehicle, the Chevy Colorado ZR2-based Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV). Utilizing 90-percent commercial off the shelf parts, hear the amazing background on how the ISV came to be and how GM Defense intends to disrupt the defense industry using by the same parts found on your truck. Holman rides in the new Ford Bronco with a surprise driver and the guys get deeper into chicken Sandwich territory.

Ep. 172 - Reeves Callaway Steals Our Show May 03, 2021

The insightful and renowned Reeves Callaway steals the show with an enlightening and informative interview that will take you to unexpected places with history, storytelling, and an overview of the latest Callaway Silverado performance truck. This one is a real treat for any true automotive enthusiast. Also, the guys, in a poor showing, apparently no longer “Know Your Note”.

Ep. 171 - The Finnegan-again-isode With Mike Finnegan Apr 26, 2021

Our buddy Mike Finnegan makes a surprise visit to the studio to say “hi” and we turn it into an entire show! Find out what’s up with Mike’s C10, who has banned him for life (and why it was worth it), how fast he’s been in his jet boat, and what he does when he can’t enjoy the Lord’s Chicken.

Ep. 170 - ’22 Nissan Frontier Design Walkaround, Jeep Magneto Concept, Million Mile Duramax (Almost) Apr 19, 2021

Enjoy a walkaround of the all-new 2022 Nissan Frontier with its lead exterior designer, Hiren Patel, and go for a ride in the Jeep Magneto concept with Jeep’s Jim Morrison. The guys also get a listener truck review and hear from Gene Fugatt, owner-operator of a nearly million-mile Duramax pickup.

Ep. 169 - Mini Truck Road Test, Nissan Heritage Collection, Easter Jeep Safari Concepts Apr 12, 2021

We meet up with a pristine 1991 Nissan Hardbody King Cab SE V-6 from the Nissan Heritage Collection for a walkaround and convince the powers that be to let us drive it! Holman also hangs with Jeep’s head designer, Mark Allen, to talk about the Easter Jeep Safari Concepts in Moab, Utah.

Ep. 168 - Truck Enthusiasts Under Attack, Borla Exhaust, Apples To Apples Apr 05, 2021

The guys discuss a recent article that attacks and labels truck owners, David Borla from Borla Exhaust shares his company’s story and how the premium parts manufacturer continues to thrive while making performance exhaust systems in the U.S.A., and find out how SAE’s J1349 will better allow comparisons between traditional ICE engines and future powertrains.

Ep. 167 - Bronco Choices, EPA Doesn’t Want You To Race, Easter Safari Teasers Mar 29, 2021

Mutual friend of the show and nationally syndicated radio personality Nicole Alvarez taps the guys to help her design her dream Bronco and Kory Willis of PPEi checks in to give an update on his battle with the EPA. Jeep also teases the company’s Easter Jeep Safari concepts.

Ep. 166 - Ford Ranger Tremor Deep Dive, Killer AN Air Line Kit, Another Electric Adventure Truck Mar 22, 2021

Go on a deep dive with some of the members of the global Ford Ranger Tremor team and hear about how the latest Ranger variant came to market and the technical changes that made it possible. The guys will also talk with Danny Hentges from Levvel Air about the slickest air line setup we’ve ever seen and will discuss the new Alpha Wolf EV adventure truck startup.

Ep. 165 - American Expedition Vehicles, Today's Forums, DECKED Hucking Mar 15, 2021

Friend of the show Matt Feldermann from American Expedition Vehicles returns to give an update on product availability and what’s new for the JT, Ram HD, and Colorado, while the guys discuss the value of Facebook Groups and DECKED winner, listener Jack Sandoz, gives us his review about how much abuse a DECKED system can take.

Ep. 164 - Edelbrock Superchargers, New Diesel Record, Chevy To Join TRX And Raptor? Mar 08, 2021

Edelbrock’s product manager of forced induction, David Page, joins the show to talk superchargers and what goes in to making them powerful, drivable, and reliable. He’ll also share with us the challenges today’s aftermarket manufactures face when adding forced induction to modern vehicles. The guys discuss Firepunk Diesel’s new record-breaking, Cummins-powered S-10 and how long it will be before Chevy joins Ford’s Raptor and Ram’s TRX in the go-fast segment.

Ep. 163 - Internationals Sourced Domestically, Petersen Automotive Museum, Home Improvements Mar 01, 2021

Our old friend Ben Palmer joins the guys to talk about his company, 406 Garage, which specializes in the location and repair of vintage International iron. Holman takes you for a tour of the Petersen Automotive Museum’s new “Extreme Conditions” exhibit and we find out which host is experiencing bigger renovation problems in the battle for home improvement supremacy.

Ep. 162 - How Off Road Warehouse’s Greg Adler Plans To Be Your New Retailer Feb 22, 2021

Former Transamerican Auto Parts and 4 Wheel Parts owner, Greg Adler, talks about the rise and ultimate sale of his family’s booming business and why he chose to start all over and do it again, instead of becoming a television personality or spending his time on a private island in the Caribbean, sipping cocktails. Holman discusses his decision to switch to a particular power-tool brand’s cordless platform and Lightning earns his chance to report the news.

Ep. 161 - The Future Of Trucks With Magna Feb 15, 2021

This forward-looking episode focuses on the future of trucks with Magna’s Executive Vice President of Corporate R&D, Sherif Marakby. Hear about the challenges that face the truck market and the technologies that will be needed to overcome them to win over truck buyers. Hear opinions on whether electrification is the answer to everything, how long until battery technology rivals diesel, and an answer to an age-old question.

Ep. 160 - Air Suspension Guru Mike Alexander, Lieberman Feedback, Will Holman Ever Nail The Timing Feb 08, 2021

Mini trucker, former magazine guy, and founder of Flo Airride, Mike Alexander, joins the guys to chat about his company’s recent acquisition by Air Lift and his story of how he went from working at Circuit City to being embraced by the automotive aftermarket. Listen to Mike A. and Holman share stories from their magazine days and hear what’s next for Flo Airride and Air Lift Performance. We’ll also read some listener feedback about a past guest and find out if Holman will ever get his timing down.

Bonus: Nissan Frontier and Ford Raptor Revealed! Feb 04, 2021

The ’22 Nissan Frontier and ’21 Ford Raptor have been announced! Listen to this bonus episode as the guys discuss the new trucks and share the important info that you need to know. Will the Nissan have a manual? Will the Raptor have a V-8? Find out all this and more...

Ep. 159 - GFC Raises The Roof (Again), FWOTY Winners Announced, Lighting Escapes Arrest Feb 01, 2021

Go Fast Campers co-founder Graeme MacPherson returns to extol the virtues of the company’s new bar raising V2 camper, platform tent, and topper, while sharing GFC’s entrepreneurial philosophy that has helped the company grow while keeping manufacturing and high-paying jobs in the US. The guys share the winners of the 2021 Four Wheeler of the Year awards and Lightning finds himself in the middle of some law enforcement action.

Ep. 158 - Thermal (And Acoustic) Management, Daytona Truck Meet Update, Truck IQ Jan 25, 2021

Go behind the scenes of Heatshield Products with Steve Heye to learn about thermal management products, the proper way to absorb sound, and why hot-rodding a smoker with Heatshield Products is a good idea. The guys also get an update on Daytona Truck Meet from their favorite truck enthusiast in Florida, Jordan Muhlbauer. Lastly, Lightning tests Holman’s truck IQ.

Ep. 157 - Jonny Lieberman Talks Cruisers, Rovers, Tacos, And Sausages, While DECKED Finally Unveils The New Product! Jan 18, 2021

Never one to shy away from gracing our podcast (or any others) with his knowledge and opinion, automotive personality and journalist Jonny Lieberman returns to shed light on Toyota’s decision to cancel the Land Cruiser in America, while touching on midsize trucks, Ram’s TRX, Land Rovers, and Portuguese sausages. DECKED breaks their own embargo and announces, to our listeners first, the new product we’ve all been waiting for.

Ep. 156 - Desert Explorer Billy Creech, Land Cruiser Is Dead, Most Popular Trucks Of 2020 Jan 11, 2021

Welcome back! The guys are excited to release their first episode of 2021 and welcome explorer Billy Creech to the podcast to talk about the Eastern Mojave Heritage Trail and exploring the Mojave in his modified Avalanche. The guys also discuss Toyota’s decision to kill the Land Cruiser in America and talk about which trucks sold top the most-bought list in 2020.

Ep. 155 - 2020's Parting Gift: 50 Minutes Of TSP Mediocrity That You’ll Never Get Back Dec 30, 2020

The guys sneak in one last episode for the year to go over forgotten messages and talk about their favorite shows of 2020.

Ep. 154 - Resurrecting Land Cruisers And Remembering The Mega Crusier, ’21 Ford F-150 Hybrid Review, New Engine Notes Dec 28, 2020

Come along for the ride with Jeremiah Proffitt of Proffitt’s Resurrection Land Cruisers and hear all about Toyota Land Cruisers and Mega Cruisers from one of the premier restorers in the country. Also learn the difference between frame-off and body-off and why only one term is the correct one. The guys also check in with Truck Trend’s Jason Gonderman for a review of the ’21 F-150 Hybrid and catch up on “Know Your Note”.

Ep. 153 - Lessons In Welding, 2021 Nissan Armada, Merry Christmas! Dec 21, 2020

Curious about welding, or what equipment you might need to start? Learn the basics and hear some tips from master welder Rick Wright of Wright Designs, LLC. Brent Hagan from Nissan returns to talk about the redesigned ’21 Nissan Armada and the guys want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and thank you for listening to all of our antics this year!

Ep. 152 - Piloting SR-71 Blackbirds and J-20 Gladiators, Lightning’s Thrill Ride, Our New (Old) Favorite Holiday Drink Dec 14, 2020

For those gearheads who love to fly, this episode will be a pretty special one, as the guys become fast friends with retired Air Force pilot Major Bert G. Garrison Jr. What started as a campfire conversation about overlanding in vintage iron morphed into some incredible storytelling about his time in the EF-111, B-52, T-43, U-2, and as the very last USAF SR-71 Blackbird pilot. Lightning finally experiences Ram’s TRX and a listener rediscovers a favorite holiday drink from the past.

Ep. 151 - Towing 46K With a GM Dually, Badger Bombshell, Holman Goes Adventuring Dec 07, 2020

While it isn’t quite the Towisode, the guys have a lively discussion with commercial driver René Garza who has over 2 million miles logged hauling freight from the ice roads of Alaska to turnpikes of Florida. Apportioned at 46,000 pounds, Rene talks about putting his GM dually to the test on a daily basis. We also discuss the latest Nikola bombshell and Holman nerds out on his latest off-road adventure through history.

Ep. 150 - A Different Kind Of DEF, Solar Tonneaus For Pickups, This Guy Really Knows His Notes Nov 30, 2020

Learn the BlueDEF Platinum difference with Old World Industry’s Jay Gagnon and hear about Worksport’s innovative new solar tonneau cover, the Terravis, from CEO Steve Rossi. The guys also bring you Matthew Glunt, the human diesel engine impressionist, in an entertaining segment of Know Your Note.

Ep. 149 - In-Depth With Carli Suspension, Stanley’s Slammed Dually, How Not To Leave 5-Star Hotline Messages Nov 23, 2020

The guys go deep with Dan Tourino from Carli Suspension and talk about everything from how to properly set up your full-size truck suspension to the legendary Carli Pintop. Lightning does a walkaround on one incredible dually and we learn how not to leave 5-Star hotline messages.

Ep. 148 - Atlis Electric Truck Update, Ram’s Koval Returns, Lightning Has A Brother? Nov 16, 2020

The guys get an update from Atlis Motor Vehicles founder Mark Hanchette and a post-TRX follow-up from Ram’s Head, Mike Koval. Also, did you know Lightning had a brother? Us either. Meet Ryan Tilles, owner of a Nissan Frontier.

Ep. 147 - Electrified Emme, Tim Miller’s Gift To The World (And Holman Too) Nov 09, 2020

Emme Hall talks about being the first person outside of Rivian to test the upcoming R1T electric pickup, after successfully piloting one through the Rebelle Rally. Find out what she’s done to her off-roadster Miata, and if she’ll ever take Lightning anywhere. The guys also spend some time with entrepreneur Tim Miller of Surf City Garage and hear the story behind his epic new venture (and Holman’s favorite new place to spend time), Hot Rods & Handguns. Find out how a ’58 Chevy pickup started it all and how Tim turned a lifelong dream into the ultimate enthusiast hangout.

Ep. 146 - Plug And Play Audio Upgrades And The Future Of AccuAir Nov 02, 2020

OEM Audio Plus, known for premium plug-and-play audio upgrades for your Toyota Truck or SUV, is expanding into the Jeep market and the guys learn about what goes into the design and engineering of their killer systems. They also get the scoop on Arnott’s acquisition of AccuAir’s assets and when enthusiasts can expect the brand to relaunch.

Ep. 145 - Ram TRX First Drive, Inside Truck Hero, GMC Announces Hummer Oct 26, 2020

Holman gets behind the wheel of the Ram TRX in our latest truck review, while Truck Hero’s Sean Marks takes us inside the truck conglomerate and explains how the company works hard to keep the brands relevant and distinctive. GMC also announces the shockingly good Hummer electric super truck.

Ep. 144 - Chemical Guys Keeps Your Truck Protected, 3D Printing With Metal, Chevy Takes Towing Crown in ‘21 Oct 19, 2020

Learn about the latest in car care products and technology from Chemical Guys co-founder and CEO Paul Schneider and travel with Lightning to MIMO Technik Aerospace where he will share the fascinating world of 3D printing with metal. The guys also discuss Chevy taking the one-ton towing crown with the company’s upgraded 36,000-pound max tow rating for 2021.

Ep. 143 - A Vague Death Wish, 4WP Goes Factory, Holman’s Latest Adventure Oct 12, 2020

Josh Mazerolle of Vague Industries returns to talk about his latest Death Wish project, what happened to the Hilux and what, exactly, did C10 Talk’s Ronnie Wetch have to do with its current state. The guys also get the latest scoop about 4WP Factory’s new wheel and tire lines from 4WP’s Katheryn Reinhardt and Holman details his latest cross-country adventure.

Ep. 142 - Behind The Bilsteins: TRX and Bronco, Land Rover Defender Review, The Modified F-150 Debate Rages On Oct 05, 2020

The guys nerd out on the Bilstein shock technology behind the Ford Bronco and RAM TRX with Bilstein’s head of Damper Magic, Jason Engelman. Find out how these shocks work, how they were chosen, and, in the case of the TRX, what makes the Blackhawk e2 the most sophisticated shocks ever installed on a factory pickup. Holman also talks Defender and listeners actually defend Lightning.

Ep. 141 - NISMO Returns To Trucks, Nikola Cuts Ties With Founder, Nissan “Rebelles” With Wild Grace Sep 28, 2020

Our friend Lyn Woodward returns to the podcast to discuss her ongoing partnership with Nissan and the Rebelle Rally, while breaking some embargoed Nissan NISMO news. Lightning and Holman also talk about their mixed feelings over the departure of Nikola CEO Trevor Milton and their thoughts on the scandal surrounding it.

Ep. 140 - King of Car TV, ’21 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel Review, Braptor Gets Airborne Sep 21, 2020

You may not know his name, but you know his shows. From Overhaulin’ to Dust to Glory, Bud Brutsman has been the driving force behind many of your favorite shows. Also, Holman gets behind the wheel of the ’21 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel and Ford teases a flying SUV in camo. Could it be the rumored Braptor?

Ep. 139 - Diesel Pickup Sets World Record, We Drive the Wrangler 392 Concept, Daytona Truck Meet Sep 14, 2020

Scott Birdsall and Old Smokey smash the Pike’s Peak diesel record, but not without some help from the Cummins Fairy. Holman drives Jeep’s Wrangler 392 concept and Lightning tries to enjoy the rescheduled Daytona Truck Meet without a golf cart. Or passes.

Ep. 138 - Kory Willis Perseveres and Empire Fab Talks Shop Sep 06, 2020

Kory Willis proves that getting knocked down doesn’t mean you are knocked out. He shares the latest news on his battle with the EPA and how the destruction caused by hurricane Laura might have a silver lining. Sean Ramáge from Empire Fab hangs with the guys and talks about his budding empire in the custom truck market and what it is like to run your own shop.

Ep. 137 - Survivors and Dreamers Aug 31, 2020

You won’t want to miss this inspirational episode as we get to know entrepreneur Collin Coates, who is chasing his dream of making a name in the automotive industry by building image vehicles and creating world-class content. Then, Rob Spencer from Goose Gear reveals his story of survival after a horrific accident that left him a new man. Find out how he overcame his loss, where he turned his focus, and ultimately how off-roading gave him new purpose, peace, and salvation. And how we gave him a new t-shirt.

Ep. 136 - Hellcats and Hellephants Aug 24, 2020

The new horsepower king of factory trucks is sporting 702 snorting stallions ready to rock underhood, but in case that isn’t enough, America’s Most Wanted 4x4 can give you up to 1,000 by swapping out those ponies for a hellacious pachyderm. Hear from AMW4x4’s co-owner Jared Petiprin and how he found his passion for engine swaps and turned it into a multi-million-dollar performance business.

BONUS: Ram 1500 TRX Unveiled! Aug 17, 2020

Head of Ram Trucks, Mike Koval, joins the guys to talk about the just-announced 702 horsepower Ram 1500 TRX and how much it will set you back to get the keys to one.

Ep. 135 - Inside Successful American Truck Businesses Aug 17, 2020

Go behind the scenes of two successful American small businesses, one new and one established, to lean about their trajectories, successes, challenges, and most importantly their products. Hear from American Adventure Lab’s Brit Mansell and Clint Cannon from ATS Diesel Performance. Another budding American busines, Nikola, announces a big order for more commercial trucks in an important industry.

Ep. 134 - Overhaulin’s Chris Jacobs, Riding Fox with Racer Jason Scherer, Wheels That Stick Aug 10, 2020

Consummate automotive host and Discovery’s resident gearhead, Chris Jacobs, joins the guys to kick off Shark Week and to talk about his illustrious career of television gigs, before revealing his new daily driver. Holman goes on a ride along with Fox and pro-driver Jason Scherer to learn all about their new direct replacement shock family and Lightning looks for ways to make his steering wheel less sticky.

Ep. 133 - Ronnie Wetch from C10 Talk Returns, What Happens In The Firehouse…, Renaming Lightning’s Truck Aug 03, 2020

Our good buddy Ronnie Wetch returns to the show to offer up pearls of wisdom for Lightning’s C20 build, while also giving the guys an inside scoop about firefighting and the trucks behind them. Holman and Ronnie rename the Rusty Max to something that might actually be cool, and Lighting is non-committal to the change.

Ep. 132 - Vehicle Electronics With AEM, 710hp Factory SUV, The Non-Truck We All Want As A Project Jul 27, 2020

AEM’s Lawson Mollica discusses vehicle electronics, engine swaps, and how AEM’s solutions can make your project a little easier. The guys reveal what factory SUV will be rocking a 710hp V-8 in 2021 and talk about that one non-truck project they wouldn’t bust the other for having.

Ep. 131 - The Winch That Recovered America, Don’t Put Gas In Your Diesel Tank - Part 2, How To Have Wife-Approved Project Money Jul 20, 2020

The guys have a conversation with Warn’s Andy Lilienthal about synthetic vs. steel wire rope, Chinese vs. American winches, Warn’s latest products and Lighting discovers Warn hubs. Diesel Power’s KJ Jones return to dive further into the subject of fueling your diesel truck with gas and answers the question “What is Red Diesel?”. Holman also shares his winning strategy for paying all of the household bills, while still having wife-approved funds for personal projects.

BONUS: Bronco! Wrangler! Jonny Lieberman and The Guys Discuss Jul 16, 2020

Ford's horse is finally out of the barn and Jeep drops a 392ci Hemi V-8 right in the thick of things. The guys get together with automotive host and journalist Jonny Lieberman to discuss The Bronco and Wrangler in this special bonus episode.

Ep. 130 - Gasoline Doesn't Re-gen In Your Diesel Well, Baja Forged Gets Launched, 5 Old Trucks We Would Buy Jul 13, 2020

Our friends Theresa Contreras and Sara Morosan from LGE-CTS are back to discuss their new company, Baja Forged, and a bunch of other hilarious stuff. The guys talk to a GM tech who has dealt with the aftermath of gasoline being run through a Duramax engine during regen, and the guys pick out five classic trucks they wish they owned.

Ep. 129 - Mini Truckin’ Lives On, BOLT Lock, This Crate Engine Just Dropped Jul 06, 2020

Lightning relives his Mini Truckin’ youth at the Southern California Mini Truck Council’s meetup, Crystal Wiken from Bolt Lock tells us all about one of the greatest automotive products of all time, and Ford just dropped the mighty 7.3L Godzilla gas big block into their crate engine catalog. Also, find out which podcast reluctantly mentioned The Truck Show Podcast after listening to our show against their better judgement.

Ep. 128 - Shag Arrington from Iron Resurrection, A Half-Ton Refreshed, Automotive Courtesy Jun 29, 2020

The Truck Show Podcast welcomes Jason “Shag” Arrington from the hit show Iron Resurrection, finding out the origins of his nickname, how he became an automotive enthusiast, and about 50 other topics you won’t see coming. Also, a major player in the half-ton market gets updated and Lightning challenges Holman on his level of commitment to automotive courtesy.

Ep. 127 - Dan Grec Spends 999 Days Living Out Of A Jeep In Africa, Know Your Note, Follow Our Builds Jun 22, 2020

Can you imagine quitting your day job, leaving all of your security behind, and hitting the open road to not only explore another country, but an entirely new continent. Adventurer Dan Grec not only did that, but he did it twice. Hear all about Dan’s experiences and how the road chose him. Also play along as we guess your engine sounds and find out where to follow our most recent builds.

Ep. 126 - Emme Hall’s New Love, Raptorized Rangers, What’s Wrong With Lightning Now? Jun 15, 2020

Emme Hall loves something more than the Truck Show Podcast, and we’ll agree, it’s really cool. That doesn’t stop the guys from trying to convince her to make it even cooler. Also, Automotive Performance Group’s George Patrick talks about his latest venture to upgrade Ford Rangers with his company’s PRORUNNER package, giving American consumers a taste of the Ranger Raptor. Also, Lighting.

Ep. 125 - Bogi From All Girls Garage, Better Than Powder Coat, Why We Love The DMV Jun 08, 2020

The guys talk shop with Bogi Lateiner from All Girls Garage, learning about her BMW-powered Chevy pickup project, her love of promoting women in the trades, and how overmatched they are by Bogi’s wit. They also explore the world of coatings with Cerakote’s Tim O’Malley and discuss recent experiences with the DMV.

Ep. 124 - ICON’s Jonathan Ward, onX Offroad Navigates Adventures, What Range Anxiety? Jun 01, 2020

ICON 4X4 is at it again, this time with a gorgeous new F-100-based Reformer. The guys speak with CEO Jonathan Ward about his latest creation and catch up on his latest vices and past times. Rory Edwards and Ted Livingston from onX Offroad discuss their impressive navigation app for wheelers and listeners find out who drew fumes on a $150,000 loaner.

Ep. 123 - Nikola From The Inside May 25, 2020

In Ep. 118, Nikola’s founder and CEO Trevor Milton offered to open up the company’s new headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona to the Truck Show Podcast for an exclusive visit. Follow along as we tour the new facility, dive deeper into the Nikola story, and walk through upcoming new products such as the WAV and Badger, as well as go for a ride in the NZT off-road vehicle and Nikola Two semi. Want to know if Nikola is the real thing? Then this is a must-hear episode of the Truck Show Podcast.

Ep. 122 - Off Road Design, Craigslist Buyers Suck, Your Messages May 18, 2020

Off Road Design has been a stalwart in the full-size wheeling scene for decades and owner and Truck Show listener Stephen Watson tells the story from startup to trusted off-road expert in GM trucks. Holman shares his recent misadventures on Craigslist and the guys catch up on your 5-star Hotline calls to find out if Canadian bacon is more American than Canadian and get schooled on the difference between a bull and a steer.

Ep. 121 - KC HiLites At 50, Jeep Gladiator Mojave, Why Is Jordan Sleeping? May 11, 2020

Join KC HiLites’ Alan Wang and Ali Sedaghat in studio for a discussion about KC’s 50th anniversary, what it took to get here, and how KC has maintained its position as a leader in lighting for five decades. The guys also talk to Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator chief engineer Pete Milosavlevski about the awesome new Gladiator Mojave and try to wake up Daytona Truck Meet’s Jordan Muhlbauer for his event update.

Ep. 120 - This Episode Rox, Or Does It Rock? May 04, 2020

Whether you like to rock, enjoy climbing over rocks, or have a curiosity about a certain ROXOR off-roader, the guys have you covered in this episode. Hear from ROXOR’s own story-teller Eric Anderson and see how John and Brandon Currie are rocking their new corporate identity, along with all the normal shenanigans you have come to expect from Lightning and Holman.

Ep. 119 - Jeeping With Jeep's North American Head, 2020 Nissan Frontier First Drive Apr 27, 2020

Jeep’s Head of North America, Jim Morrison, returns to the podcast to talk about his history in the automotive industry and what it’s like to run a major automotive brand. Find out what it takes to keep a brand relevant to its core customers and if Holman has actually had any influence on the vehicles you can buy today. The guys also cover the 2020 Nissan Frontier with the new 3.8L V-6 and 9-speed automatic transmission in their latest truck review.

Ep. 118 - Plugging In With Nikola CEO Trevor Milton Apr 20, 2020

Get ready for the most interesting interview you didn’t know you needed to hear. From a single statement during his childhood that shaped his passion to experiencing heart-wrenching losses and failures in life, entrepreneur Trevor Milton never gave up his dream of changing the world. With a forward-looking business model that has Nikola at the verge of a merger and IPO that will value his company in excess of $3 billion, Milton is ready to prove the naysayers wrong and share his success with others.

Ep. 117 - Vaughn Gittin Jr., Nissan’s New V-6, ’21 Frontier Hints Apr 13, 2020

Get conversationally sideways with professional fun-haver Vaughn Gitten Jr. and hear about his path from IT guy to championship racer and owner of RTR vehicles. Find out more about the all-new drivetrain coming to the ’20 Nissan Frontier as a precursor to the upcoming redesigned ’21 Nissan Frontier with Nissan engineer Melaina Vasko.

Ep. 116 - Extending Your Range, Know Your Note, Mod Our Intro Apr 06, 2020

Learn what goes into extending your fuel range with a Titan high-capacity fuel tank, find out if Lightning and Holman “know your note”, and enjoy a new version of the Truck Show Podcast intro brought to you by the Bodietones.

Ep. 115 - Diagnostic Tools, All About Synthetic Lubrication, and That One Guy In Every Shop Mar 30, 2020

Learn all about diagnostic scan tools from Innova’s Bob Madison before taking a deep dive into the world of synthetic lubricants with Amsoil’s Mark Nyholm. Then be prepared to out every shop’s public enemy #1, the “I only take half a donut and leave the other half behind” guy.

Ep. 114 - Casey Currie, American Badass Mar 23, 2020

Casey Currie, winner of just about everything, including the only American to win Dakar, hops on to talk about racing, business, family, and overall fun-having in the world of off-road and trucks. Find out which of his wins was the sweetest and what his favorite vehicle on four wheels is. Lightning and Holman battle it out for who can get toilet paper before the supply runs out.

Ep. 113 - Four Wheeler Adventure Expoisode Mar 16, 2020

If you missed the inaugural Four Wheeler Adventure Expo, don’t worry! Lightning and Holman have you covered with interviews that run the gamut between listeners, industry celebrities, and great companies, including Dirt Every Day’s Fred Williams and Dave Chappell, Ian Johnson, Camburg’s Jerry Zaiden, Listener Marshall Montano, Icon Vehicle Dynamics, Storyteller Overland, Mercedes-Benz Vans, Leatherman, Exploration Outfitters/Patriot Campers, Four Wheel Pop-Up Campers, Listener Max Schultz, Quigley 4x4, Sportsmobile, Leitner Designs, Rockhard 4x4, Rhino Adventure Gear, and manual trans adventurer Jillian Rebekah. Awkward thanks to listener Kyle Cunliffe for letting the guys sign your new baby girl!

BONUS: Inside Nissan Trucks And The People That Love Them Mar 11, 2020

When Lightning and Holman get their hands on a Nissan Titan for a week, how will they spend it? Learning everything they can about Nissan trucks of course! The guys interview Nissan's Tiago Castro about the '20 Titan and history of Nissan trucks, get the back story behind Brian Murphy's one-million mile achievement in his Nissan Frontier, and talk to fishing guide Maddie Brenneman and celebrity chef David Rose about how they use their Nissan trucks to support their livelihoods and passions.

Ep. 112 - Finnegan’s Six-Door Fummins, Atlis Motors, Distance To Empty Mar 09, 2020

Mike Finnegan shares the misadventures from picking up his Cummins-powered Ford six-door medium-duty truck, the guys find out way more than you might expect about electric truck technology by chatting with Atlis Motor Vehicles CEO and Founder Mark Hanchett, and when the gas light is on, range anxiety is real!

Ep. 111 - The Unequalled Brian Lohnes, Turbocharging, 1,468hp ’49 Ford F-1 Mar 02, 2020

In this episode, get to know the truck-loving side of NHRA on FOX announcer and Motor Trend host, Brian Lohnes, before settling into a little chat about turbos with Garrett’s Tim Coltey. Scott Birdsall of Chuckle’s Garage talks about his wicked turbocharged and Cummins-powered F-1, and which world record he has his sights on.

Ep. 110 - EcoBoost Tuning and ROXOR Power, Truck Selling Mistakes, Custom Badges Feb 24, 2020

Have you ever had that moment where the minute you sell your truck, you know you’ve made a mistake? John Ross from the WatchJRGo YouTube page went through exactly that, and now he has a plan to right his wrong. Also hear from Nick Priegnitz from Calibrated Power Solutions about some killer new gas tunes (and a 200hp ROXOR!) and find out more about the business of making custom badges with Steve Smart of billet badges.

Ep. 109 - The HeavyD-isode with Dave Sparks Feb 17, 2020

Dave Sparks from Diesel Brothers, Sparks Motors, Diesel Power Gear, and now Nikola fame opens up about his start, business successes and challenges, the infamous lawsuit, and his new business foray into electrified pickups. He talks to the guys about being in the right place at the right time, surrounding himself with good people, and how a normal guy figured out how to live his best life and inspire others to do the same.

Ep. 108 - History of the Performance Diesel Fuel Injector, 2020 Ford Super Duty Review, Nissan Frontier and the Chicago Auto Show Feb 10, 2020

Learn everything you ever wanted to know about performance diesel injectors with Andrew Stauffer from S&S Diesel Motorsport, get to know the 2020 Ford Super Duty with a review from Truck Trend’s Jason Gonderman, and find out what new products were announced at the 2020 Chicago Auto Show, including an upgraded (finally) Nissan Frontier!

Ep. 107 - YouTuber Ryan Mayer, Future of Trucks Discussed, ’20 Nissan Titan XD, Chef Cory Bahr Feb 03, 2020

YouTuber Ryan Mayer comes on to chat about the popularity of his channel and then the guys discuss how their personal YouTube pages compare. This week’s news includes discussions about Hummers, Broncos and even the alleged Raptor-killing Ram Rebel TRX. We’ll also review the ’20 Nissan Titan XD and talk to friend Chef Cory Bahr. A special bonus at the end of the show takes you through Nissan’s Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant.

Ep. 106 - Classic Truck Suspension Upgrades, Rugged Truck Campers, Truck Notes Jan 27, 2020

In the spirit of companies manufacturing products in America, we have two entrepreneurs from different spectrums of the truck market. The guys start off with Garrett Harmola from suspension manufacturer Aldan American to find out what they can do for your classic truck and then check in with Graeme MacPherson of Go Fast Campers to discuss the most huckable truck camper on the market. But wait, there’s more! We finally get around to our backlog of Know Your Note submissions.

Ep. 105 - From Automotive Marketing To Electric Trucks, So Much Truck News, Hummer Making A Comeback? Jan 20, 2020

The guys enjoy a circuitous chat with Webasto’s Ryan Evans and cover a few topics you might expect, and a few topics you’ll never see coming. Holman shares all the info from an extremely busy news week, including Four Wheeler’s Of The Year winners, and old friend Brian Dooley from Hummerguy.net reveals how Hummer might be coming back from the grave.

Ep. 104 - The Galeisode 2 - Gale Banks Is Back! Jan 13, 2020

Automotive legend, purveyor of forced induction, and futurist Gale Banks returns to the podcast to talk about what pisses him off, what’s ailing the aftermarket, how boat racing lead to the diesel performance aftermarket and much, much more. As a bonus, Gale reveals his definitive answer for a common automotive term that often used incorrectly.

Ep. 103 - A Half-Million-Mile Silverado HD, Mini Truck Show Comeback, Save The Racers! Jan 06, 2020

The Truck Show Podcast returns from the holidays with a great story of a guy who has over 500,000 miles on his 2017 Chevy Silverado, a California show promoter who is bringing back the mini-truckin’ shows from your youth, and a plea to save racing by telling Congress to pass the RPM act.

Ep. 102 - Cumminsisode Part 2, Repowered D006 Drive, How Cummins Engines Are Made, The Future Of Heavy-Duty Propulsion Dec 23, 2019

In Part 2 of our Cumminsisode, go for a ride in original Cummins/Dodge development truck, D006, which now sports the same drivetrain as Mopar’s Lowliner from the 2019 SEMA Show. Tour the plants that build Ram’s 6.7L, as well as the massive QSK95 V-16 engine, before getting an inside look at what technologies Cummins will be offered alongside diesel in the near future. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year from the Truck Show Podcast!

Ep. 101 - Cumminsisode Part 1 and Max Grundy’s Dr. Pepper Truck Dec 16, 2019

Get to know automotive art purveyor and car builder Max Grundy and hear the backstory behind his chopped and dropped 1943 Ford COE Dr. Pepper delivery truck. Then head to Columbus, Indiana and meet Cummins historian Bruce Watson as he walks us through the five diesel-powered Cummins racecars that circled the Brickyard and the diesel engine that was the precursor to the legendary B-series.

Ep. 100 - Our First Guest Returns, Listener’s Top Moments, Friends Check In Dec 09, 2019

It’s finally here, our 100th episode! We share our top moments over the past 100 episodes, as submitted by our listeners, and we play some special messages from past guests. The guys also go full circle and reconnect with The Truck Show’s very first guest, Steve Brown from Alpine Electronics.

Ep. 99 - Badass Trucks You Can Afford, A Badass Truck Lightning Could Afford, Accessories For Truck Enthusiasts, Mini Trucks Are Alive And Well Dec 02, 2019

Today’s scale R/C trucks are rad, but find out just how rad from guests Damron Atkins and Duston Nixon from Traxxas. Get some solid holiday gift-giving ideas for your hard-to-please gearhead from Jimmy DeFrank of the California Car Cover Company. The guys also take a tour of Lightning’s ’66 C20 and once again prove that everything always comes back to mini truckin’ with Kustom Life founder Frank Newton.

Ep. 98 - YouTuber DMAXRYNO, What The (Cyber)Truck, Vague Industries, Lightning Is Gifted His Manhood Back Nov 25, 2019

The countdown to our 100th episode continues with awesome guests, including YouTuber DMAXRYNO, Josh Mazerolle from Vague Industries, and a surprise conversation with Truck Show philanthropist and listener, Shawn Moore. Find out which one of the guests is sporting a photo of himself with a cat, lasers, and a cowboy hat, who’s GMC freaked out at SEMA, and who has so many vehicles, they are pawning one of them off on Lightning. We’ll also discuss the polarizing Cybertruck and find out what Holman really knows.

Ep. 97 - Mike Finnegan, First Drive: Nissan Titan and Diesel Wrangler, Emme Is Going To Kill Us (Holman) Nov 18, 2019

The guys are back from SEMA and hit the ground running with Mike Finnegan of Roadkill. Hear about his new mini truck, what really happened on Roadkill’s 100th episode, and how many ramp trucks he actually owns. We’ll also bring you driving impressions from the highly anticipated ’20 Nissan Titan and Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel launches, along with a little friendly sparing with our good friend, Emme Hall.

Ep. 96 - SEMA Show 2019 Part 3 Nov 13, 2019

Don’t miss our SEMA Part 3 wrap-up with some of our favorite companies, including Switch-Pros, Nissan, SkyJacker, DECKED, Hellwig, EVO Mfg., BDS with a special guest, and Diode Dynamics. Also find out what Lighting and Holman sound like at 3am and where you can find them after recording a show in the middle of the night. Punchiness ensues on Episode 96 of your favorite podcast!

Ep. 95 - SEMA Show 2019 Part 2 Nov 12, 2019

Hang out for Part 2 of our SEMA 2019 coverage and hear from American Expedition Vehicle’s head racoon wrangler Matt Felderman, Craig Jackson of Barrett-Jackson fame, our friend (and someone’s employer, *cough* Lightning *cough*) Gale Banks, Lance Campers, Lightforce, RLD Design, and James Baroud.

Ep. 94 - SEMA Show 2019 Part 1 Nov 11, 2019

SEMA 2019 has come and gone, but the Truck Show Podcast has you covered! In Part 1, Hear from country music artist Michael Ray, world traveler Dan Grec, truck builder Johny G, Ronnie Wetch from C10 Talk, Steve Sanders from Cummins, Shelby’s Gary Patterson, Matt and Jake Dinelli from Attitude Performance, and Will Baty of Centerforce.

Ep. 93 - Super Duty’s Chief Engineer, 11 New Trucks Tested, Gratuitous Burnouts, Music City Showdown Nov 04, 2019

Hear all about the updated '20 Ford Super Duty from none other than the Super Duty’s chief engineer, Mike Pruitt. Holman and the Truck Trend crew tested 11 of the 2020 pickups for their Pickup Truck of the Year test and share their insights, as well as which ones do the gnarliest burnouts. The guys also talk to Truck Show friend Brandon “Bama” Roussell about the upcoming Music City Showdown in coming to Nashville, Tennessee.

Ep. 92 - '20 Nissan Titan XD, Modern Lighting, National Jobber Day Oct 28, 2019

Hear all about the upgraded 2020 Nissan Titan XD, including power, safety, and the awesome new 9-inch touchscreen. Bob Smith from Oracle Lighting talks about the rise of modern direct-replacement lighting options for popular trucks with the guys and we share DECKED’s effort to get National Jobber Day recognized on the national calendar.

Ep. 91 - Haularado Hits Like A Mallett, Forged Wheels, We Listen To Your Engine Sounds Oct 21, 2019

Looking for some more power from your Chevy Colorado or GMC Canyon? Well storied GM tuner Mallett Performance has the smog-legal solution and owner Chuck Mallett will tell you all about it. Jason Sandusky from American Force stops by the studio on his swing through So Cal and talks to the guys about what’s new with the wheel company. Plus, you can guess along with us as we catch up with all the Know Your Note submissions from our listeners.

Ep. 90 - Could this be the future Silverado ZR2?, Badass HD Trailers, This Performance Truck Just Got Official Oct 14, 2019

This week the guys talk to GM Performance Chief Engineer Mark Dickens and GM Engineering Group Manager Tom Gierman and experience the ’20 Chevy Silverado BITD race truck firsthand. Could this be the precursor to the Silverado ZR2? We also talk to Gatormade Trailers about HD trailers that are designed to support the loads of the latest HD trucks. Lastly, Ram Trucks just announce that the highly anticipated Ram TRX is happening. Stay tuned!

Ep. 89 - Testing To The Limit, Onboard Air, Hurt Lightning And Get A Gift Card? Oct 07, 2019

The guys talk to Josh Wiese from Eaton to find out more about their Michigan Proving Grounds and check in with Power Tank founder Steve Sasaki to hear the entrepreneurial story behind one of the best onboard air systems around. Lightning also discusses his disdain for keyboard warriors and his plan to win them over. Holman shares the official 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel fuel economy numbers.

Ep. 88 - The Emissionsisode with PPEi, ATS, Diesel Power, and SEMA, ‘20 Nissan Titan and State Fair of Texas News, Autonomous Vehicles And Monkeys Sep 30, 2019

Kory Willis from PPEi, Clint Cannon of ATS Diesel Performance, Diesel Power’s KJ Jones, and SEMA’s Peter Treydte all check in to lend some insight about the recent emissions storm that that has shaken the diesel performance industry. The guys also share all the truck news that came out of the State Fair of Texas, including the highly anticipated 2020 Nissan Titian and question what Ford says you can tow with the new Super Duty. Lastly, find out what our future will be like when autonomous delivery trucks and rogue monkeys join up to become our new overlords.

Ep. 87 - The Fall Guy Truck!!!, CARB Talk, TSP T-Shirts Sep 23, 2019

Promises kept: the guys track down the owner of the Fall Guy jump truck! Hear the story behind the only mid-engine Fall Guy jump truck from the current owner and find out whether or not he’s taken it out for a jump yet. Hear from Banks Power’s John Espino about the beginning of emissions scrutiny in the diesel space and find out what UPDATE Jordan from Daytona Truck Meet has. Also, you can finally order your very own Truck Show Podcast T-shirt!

Ep. 86 - Ian Johnson, Powder Coating, Land Rover Defender Unveiled, Nissan Titan Review Sep 16, 2019

Truck Show listener and TV personality Ian Johnson joins the podcast and makes an announcement about his new TV show, Four Wheeler, and the guys interview powder coating expert Kelly Inman to answer the age-old question, “What is powder coating?”. Lightning also attempts to do the 2019 Nissan Titan justice by delivering his very first truck review and Holman finally reveals what he was doing in the UK a few months ago, now that an important embargo has lifted.

Ep. 85 - Remembering Jessi Combs, Custom Truck Shop, Next Half-Ton To Drop Leaf Springs Sep 09, 2019

Friends of the show Theresa and Jason Contreras, and Sara Morosan, from LGE-CTS Motorsports, fondly remember good friend Jessi Combs, discuss the Real Deal, and talk about owning their successful custom truck business. We’ll also bring you the latest truck news, including evidence that Ford will be removing leaf springs from the Raptor, and maybe even the upcoming redesigned F-150. And just what did we get in the mail from Daytona Truck Meet’s Jordan Muhlbauer?

Ep. 84 - ’20 Ram EcoDiesel Review, Functional Bling, GMC Bringing Back The Sport Truck? Sep 02, 2019

Don’t miss Diesel Power’s KJ Jones as he reviews the 2020 Ram 1500 Eco Diesel and compares it to the GM half-ton-twin’s 3.0L Duramax. The guys have Joe Rode from Eddie Motorsports in studio to talk about what it means to manufacturer functional bling for your ride and a curious trademark filing has us wondering if the return of the factory sport truck is just around the corner.

Ep. 83 - Missile Trucks and Jet Skis, Bubba Rope, How Fuel Efficient is GM’s 3.0L Duramax Diesel? Aug 26, 2019

The guys are back in studio and ready to talk about recent adventures that included submerged vehicles intended to float and raised vehicles intended to be submerged. We also check in with Jason Gonderman from Truck Trend on his review of the new 3.0L Duramax diesel-powered half-ton Chevy and GMC trucks and hear from Bubba Rope president Jim Flowers about the best piece of recovery gear you might not even know about.

(Special thanks to the US Navy and Submarine Group Ten for special access to the USS Tennessee SSBN-734)

Ep. 82 - Gamble With Cheap Trucks, Get The Scoop On A New Tool, Goodbye Cummins 5.0? Aug 19, 2019

You’ve seen the logo, you’ve heard the rumors, and now find out the story behind the Gambler 500. Gambler principal Tate Morgan talks to the guys about entering this infamously awesome event, drinking whiskey, and the weirdest vehicles ever to compete, possibly setting into motion a Truck Show Podcast entry for 2020. We talk to Susan Pieper of DMOS collective to find out about a Kickstarter for the most badass shovel you never knew you needed, and Nissan drops some news on the future Titan XD and Cummins 5.0L turbo diesel.

Ep. 81 - 500 5-Star Listener Meetup, Beef Squishing, Nissan Trucks, DECKED Winner Aug 12, 2019

Scores of listeners descend on the MotorTrend Group HQ in EL Segundo, CA as Omar and Emme discuss their ongoing “beefs” with Holman and Lightning, while listeners from as far away as Texas hang out to feast on BBQ, drink Dr. Pepper, and talk trucks with the guys.

BONUS: Winner! Winner! DECKED OUT Contest Winner Announced! Aug 08, 2019

Congrats to Listener Jack Sandoz from Grenada Hills, CA! Can't wait to see your truck with a new DECKED system in the bed!

Ep. 80 - Emme Hall Drove what!?!, Hummers and Buffalo Burgers, The First Factory Sport Truck Aug 05, 2019

The incomparable Emme Hall shares exploits and misadventures from road, and in her first conversation with Lightning ever, squashes their beef. Holman returns from vacation, where he hooked up with the Catalina Island company to check out some of their fleet vehicles, repowers, and bio fuel production while trackin down the best buffalo burger on the island. Lastly, a reader poses the question, “Wasn’t the Lil’ Red Express the REAL first factory sport truck?”, and the guys discuss.

Ep. 79 - Motorator Matt D’Andria, Last Chance To Get DECKED Out, Electric Pick-Up Yanks Million-Pound Train Jul 29, 2019

An episode so awesome, it has two Lightnings! Join the guys for a sit down with Motorator Matt D’Andria to talk about his first-gen Ford Lightning, trucks, cars, podcasts, celebrities, and go wherever else the conversation leads them. We’ll also cover electric pickups pulling trains, GM 3.0L Duramax fuel economy, and a production truck that can do 0-60 in under 4 seconds. Lastly, don’t miss out on entering to win a fully kitted DECKED system and a trip to our Southern California studios for our 500 5-Star Review Listener Meetup.

Ep. 78 - Storm Area 51 Invasion, The Biggest Company You Didn’t Know You Knew, Lightning’s (Borrowed) Truck Jul 22, 2019

Planning on storming Area 51 in September? Don’t go without hearing some tips from our go-to desert guru Nena Barlow of Barlow Adventures. Meet Old World Industries’ CEO Charles Culverhouse and product manager Mark Alexander and learn everything you’ve always wondered about DEF. Also, find out about Lightning’s new truck, or at least the one he suckered someone in to letting him borrow for a week.

Ep. 77 - Raptor Spotting in the UK, $14 Million Train Wreck, Good News From Oceano Dunes Jul 15, 2019

Find out the story behind a Mexican Lobo Raptor that Holman spotted in the UK, hear a first-hand account from photographer Josh Jones on the train derailment that cost many Jeep Gladiators and GM 1500s their salable lives, and catch up with Jim Suty, President of the Friends of Oceano dunes for a land use update you won’t want to miss. Also, find out what hot-button issue has Lightning ranting about this time.

Ep. 76 - Barn Finds, When A Raptor Isn’t Enough, Ford Power Wagon? Jul 08, 2019

Barn finds are all the rage these days, so you’ll want to hear our interview with Hot Rod contributor Ryan Brutt, who has found everything from Dodge Dudes to Boeing B-17s tucked away in barns and fields. The guys also catch up with MegaRaptor creator Jeremy Dixon and find out what awaits at the next level when your Raptor just doesn’t turn heads anymore. Also, did Ford just fire a shot over Ram’s bow with a new Super Duty Tremor package?

Ep. 75 - Learn To Fab, Rad Online Automotive Community, The Most Reliable Trucks, 500 5-Star Meetup Jul 01, 2019

You don’t need a college degree to support your truck habit, instead learn real skills that are valuable in today’s world from The Fab School. The guys also check out new auto enthusiast platform Wheelwell.com and find out who makes the best truck, according to JD Power. Lastly, you won’t want to miss some additional details about our upcoming 500 5-star Listener Meetup with Nissan and DECKED!

BONUS: 500 5-Star Announcement With Billy Bargain! Jun 30, 2019

Thank you to all of our great fans who have left more than 500 5-star reviews for The Truck Show Podcast! We’d like to celebrate this achievement by hosting a listener meetup at the Motor Trend Group HQ in El Segundo, CA with our friends from Nissan and Decked on Saturday, August 10th. We’ll have food, previous guests, editors, and swag to give away. If you aren’t from So Cal, be sure to head over to decked.com/truckshow and enter to win an all-expense paid trip to be a part of the fun (oh, and a DECKED system!).

Ep. 74 - Inside the Duramax 3.0L I-6, What We Wish We Spent Our Childhood Doing, A Legend Crosses the Final Finish Line Jun 24, 2019

The guys dig a little deeper into the new Duramax 3.0L I-6 with Duramax Assistant Chief Engineer John Barta and discover the origins of off-road racing talent through the eyes of kids short course racing in a new documentary, Mod Kids USA. We also say goodbye to off-road legend and friend Rod Hall, who passed away recently at the age of 81. Lastly, the Truck Show Podcast defends its honor in the world of five-star reviews.

Ep. 73 - Diesel Power Challenge, 1000 lb-ft Nissan, Casa Bonita From The Eyes of Gale Banks Jun 17, 2019

Did you hear? The guys went to Diesel Power Challenge and ended up exploring Casa Bonita with Gale Banks… and also talking to KJ Jones from Diesel Power and getting the DPC 2019 recap. You’ll hear some great stories from DPC and then head over to the CFT Performance shop where owner Josh Chapman will walk you through his compound-turbo’d Nissan Titan XD. How does a 1,000 lb-ft Cummins 5.0L sound to you?

Ep. 72 - Daytona Truck Meet 2019 Jun 11, 2019

The guys head east this week to cover one of the nation’s biggest truck shows, the Daytona Truck Meet in Daytona Beach, Florida. From burnout contests and drifting golf carts, to lowered rat rods and height-shifting pickups, this episode will take you through all of the antics as Lightning and Holman see the elusive Carolina squat firsthand and finally find a cool Honda pickup. Don’t miss catching up with old friends, making new ones, and keeping up with the latest trends in the world of trucks.

Ep. 71 - Emissions Explained, You Need A Tank, Jeep Community Celebrates A Hero Jun 03, 2019

Find out everything you wanted to know about truck emissions, but were afraid to ask, with SEMA Director of Emissions Compliance Peter Treydte. Hear how you can rent a tank for your next party and get up to speed with all the latest happenings in the truck and off-road world, including how the Jeep community came together to remember a hero.

Ep. 70 - The 2019 Overland Expoisode May 28, 2019

Come explore Overland Expo West with Holman as he gets the latest product news from such great brands as Nissan, Decked, RIVIAN, Camburg, Go Fast Campers, Westin, Off Road Power Products, DeeZee, VTX Wheels, listener Marvin, Warn, ARB, Goose Gear, Poolahoop, Rhino Rack (PSA: there are no Rhinoceroses in Australia), and Sherp.

Ep. 69 - The Manual Gearbox Preservation Society, Five Hundred Five Star Party May 20, 2019

Episode 69 is the second part of the show started in Ep. 68. We’ll introduce you to the creator of The Manual Gearbox Preservation Society, Alan Macey, who turns out to be way more than just the force behind TMGPS. The guys will discuss the story behind TMGPS, how vehicles are designed, and, as usual take the show way off the rails for a while in search of interesting conversation. We’ll also hatch a plan to have a listener party at our studio – but only if we get to 500 five-star reviews!

Ep. 68 - Ultimate Callout Challenge, DPC Announcement, Pack More Gear, What Makes A Truck May 13, 2019

This is Part 1 of a two-part show, featuring KJ Jones, Editor of Diesel Power, who gives the guys a recap of the Ultimate Callout Challenge and gives an update on the upcoming 2019 Diesel Power Challenge. We’ll also talk to SEMA Launch Pad alumni Kansas Sartin, who will tell us why an extruded and TIG-welded aluminum hitch basket is the last one you’ll ever need. We also tease a secret in-studio guest that will make himself known in Part 2 (Ep. 69) and help you identify a truck in today’s crazy world.

Ep. 67 - Dirt Every Day Flops A 4x4 Winnie, Kibbe Helps With Fall Guy, Daytona Truck Meet On Blast, Ultimate Ford vs. Chevy Argument May 06, 2019

Did you see it on Instagram? Dirthead Dave flopped Dirt Every Day’s LS7-powered Off-Roaderhome at LS Fest and lives to tell the tale. Rob Kibbe of the Muscle Car Place and the Kibbe and Friends podcast helps the guys get a little deeper in their quest for information on the Fall Guy stunt trucks and Jordan from Daytona Truck Meet gets put on blast. We’ll also tell you about the most intense Ford vs. Chevy battle ever!

Ep. 66 - Trucks For Causes, New Muscle Truck, Lightning Survives Vacation Apr 29, 2019

The guys catch up after Lightning survives his Mexican vacation and interview Tuscaloosa’s Nick Hallum and talk about his GMC tribute to kids with Autism. Find out how you can help! We also get current with the inbox and the 5 Star Hotline.

Ep. 65 - Easter Jeep Safari 2019 Apr 22, 2019

Listen to our 2019 Easter Jeep Safari exploits and hear from Fred Williams, Dave Chappelle, Rick Péwé, Verne Simons, Trent McGee, Jeep’s Mark Allen, Steve Sanders from Cummins, Carter from BDS, and all of our awesome listeners that we met along the way, plus more!

Ep. 64 - Lights with Lasers, We Moved, Mini Cooper or Mini Trucks Apr 15, 2019

Lasers have jumped the shark and are now lighting up the off-road industry. Innovator Alan Roach of Baja Designs walks the guys through this awesome new technology and talks about being the most imitated inventor in the history of ever. The Truck Show moves to its new home and listeners come out of the woodwork to tell Lightning he’s no less of a truck enthusiast with a Mini in the driveway.

Ep. 63 - Cummins Turns 100, Outfit Your Truck To Perform, 2020 Jeep Gladiator First Drive Apr 08, 2019

This year marks the 100thanniversary for Cummins and to celebrate, Steve Sanders from Cummins Repower has a gift for you. The guys also interview Dylan Evans and Jeremy Headlee from ICON Vehicle Dynamics and find out all the things they are doing to make trucks perform better. Lastly, the embargo has lifted and Holman finally gets to tell you what he thinks about the 2020 Jeep Gladiator after driving it for the first time.

Ep. 62 - April Foolishness Recap, World’s Most Expensive Bronco, Restoration Rubbers Apr 02, 2019

Did you enjoy our previous episode with “The Truck No One Saw Coming”? We’ll recap that and all of the April Fools fun from around the internet. The guys talk to ICON 4x4 founder Jonathan Ward about the world’s most expensive Bronco and give you the details on what makes for good replacement rubber with Derek Churchill from Precision Replacement Parts.

Ep. 61 - Exclusive! The Truck No One Saw Coming! ***APRIL FOOLS!*** Mar 31, 2019

We have breaking news that you will not want to miss about a truck no one saw coming! Thanks to an unnamed outlet breaking an embargo, we decided to open up and share what we know. It would be foolish to not download this awesome episode! Hope you enjoyed our April Fools episode!

Ep. 60 - Inside The World Of Wheels, Hot Shot Transportation, Upcoming Ram TRX In The Wild Mar 25, 2019

Explore the world of wheels with Wheel Pros CMO Scott Cobett, hear the history of the brands and find out where they are headed next. Scott shares some exciting news and talks about how to keep clear brand identities when you have a family of brands in your portfolio. The guys also talk to Jesse McGuiness of Watch This Freight and discuss the Ram TRX. Hellcat engine? Check. 8-lug axles? Check. Big travel? Check. Raptor killer? We’ll see.

Ep. 59 - The Case For Portal Axles, Super Duty Tweener, Lightning Sells His Truck Mar 18, 2019

Have you ever wondered what a portal axle is, or why it might be the ultimate upgrade for your 4x4? 74Weld’s Quinn Pulz joins the guys in studio to talk about performance portals, and a bunch of other topics you won't see coming. Also, find out where Lightning’s truck is headed, and what new project vehicle will sit out in front of his house next.

Ep. 58 - Former NFL Star Sold It All For Freedom, Tiny House Or Huge Trailer, Truck News From NTEA, The Truck Show is One Year Old! Mar 11, 2019

Hear the story behind former-NFL center Joe Hawley and how he sold it all to buy a 4x4 van and rescue a dog in order to have less to experience more. Find out if a tiny house owner can convince Holman to hate them less and the guys get you up to speed with all of the latest truck news. Thank you to all of the listeners who have made this a successful first year of the Truck Show!

Ep. 57 - Jonny Lieberman, 2019 Ram HD First Drive, More Lightning Hate Mail Mar 04, 2019

The guys talk automotive with MotorTrend’s Jonny Lieberman, Holman finally reveals what it is like to drive the 2019 Ram HD and Power Wagon, and Lightning gets an e-mail lashing from our good friend Emme Hall.

Ep. 56 - Lone Star Throwdown 2019 Feb 25, 2019

The guys take The Truck Show Podcast on the road this week and bring you back the stories behind the trucks and people from the first major truck show of the season, Lone Star Throwdown, in Conroe, Texas. Also, Jordan from Daytona Truck Meet, almost turns to dust.

Ep. 55 - Bonus Jeep Gladiator Deep Dive Episode Feb 21, 2019

The highly anticipated Jeep Gladiator solid-axle pickup has arrived and we have interviews with some of the key people behind the new Jeep truck. Is it a Wrangler with a bed? Or is it something more? Listen to this episode and find out!

Ep. 54 - Air Suspension Systems Explained, Catch Up On All The Recent Truck News, Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison Update Feb 18, 2019

Everything you’ve wanted to know about air suspension, but were afraid to ask, answered by AccuAir’s Reno Heon. The guys discuss all the amazing truck news that came out of the Chicago Auto Show, plus share some sad news for anyone excited about the Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison. Holman is bestowed the award of being an honorary Texan, so don’t forget to RSVP for the Lone Star Throwdown Listener Meetup and have a beer with the newest Texan! And Lightning.

Ep. 53 - HUGE HDisode! PPEI’s Kory Willis, HD Truck Wars Heating Up, New HD Engines, New HD Trans, New HD Trucks! Feb 11, 2019

It’s the HUGE, MASSIVE, and content-packed HDisode! This show is packed with so much content, you’ll need an HD truck to haul it home in! PPEI super tuner Kory Willis comes on to talk tuning, while the guys go behind the scenes of the HD Truck Wars with Ram and Chevy. You'll hear from chief engineers Rod Romain from Ram and Jaclyn McQuaid from GM, as well as Rich Scheer from Chevy exterior design and hear about Ford’s BIG Super Duty announcement. Also take a dive into the all-new GM 6.6L gas engine, the updated 6L90E six-speed auto, and find how much Allison is in the new 10-speed 10L1000 GM trans.

Ep. 52 - First Gladiator Gets Gutted, Electrified and Hubless 1-tons, Lone Star Meetup Details Feb 04, 2019

The guys catch wind of the very first Gladiator to go under the knife as it gets prepped for King Of Hammer’s Pro Comp 4600 stock class. Gerald Lee from Savvy Motorsports talks about the Jeep pickup’s build-up for KOH and who will be piloting it for the race. Jeff Transou from Transou design also comes on to explain the hubless Super Duty that resides on his Instagram page and the guys give details about their upcoming listener meetup at Lone Star Throwdown.

Ep. 51 - King Of The Hammers, 2020 GMC Sierra HD, Return Of The Ants Jan 28, 2019

King of the Hammers is arguably the most innovative off-road race in North America, and the guys talk to founder and owner Dave Cole about his struggles and victories in making KOH what it is today. KJ Jones, Editor-in-Chief of Diesel Power, talks about the introduction of the all-new 2020 GMC Sierra HD and Holman receives a mystery package from one of our first listeners.

Ep. 50 - Cummins Hits 1,000 lb-ft From The Factory, 2019 Ram Heavy Duty, First-Gen Ram With A Surprise, We Celebrate 50 Episodes! Jan 20, 2019

The 1,000 lb-ft of torque glass ceiling has been shattered with the new Cummins 6.7L in the 2019 Ram Heavy Duty! To get the scoop, Holman stalks the Ram display at the North American International Auto Show and catches up with Ram VP Jim Morrison and the crew from Cummins. The guys also talk to first-gen Dodge Ram Cummins owner Dave Couvillion from 179 Garage about his super clean truck, which he bought with a surprise under the hood. And don’t forget to have some cake and lift a glass with us to our 50th episode!

Ep. 49 - Reimagined Hummer H1s, Leaf Spring Are Awesome, Herculean Gladiator (Maybe) Jan 14, 2019

What does it take to do a painstakingly detailed frame-off restoration on a Hummer H1 and reimagine it as a modern, yet capable, luxury vehicle? The guys get the scoop from the team behind Mil-Spec Automotive and find out why they had to retool relatively innocuous parts, such as the door handles, themselves. Deaver’s own Scott Born answers everything you’ve ever wondered about leaf springs and why they are still relevant today. Also, is Jeep already working on a performance variant of the Gladiator pickup?

Ep. 48 - Greg A. Loves Cummins, Truck Industry’s Kevin Bacon, Beware of New Police Headlights Jan 07, 2019

It’s the first show of 2019 and the guys are off to a solid start with guest Greg Alberalla, known for his popular Cummins YouTube channel. Truck industry veteran Marcel Venable finally gives us the phone number we’ve been waiting for, talks classics, and exposes his mistaken identity as a mini trucker. We also find out which new cop headlights you should fear in your rearview and catch up on listener rants (and raves).

Ep. 47 - Happy New Year! 2020 HDs, Multimatic, Trucks Behaving Badly, Know Your Note, Billy Bargain Dec 31, 2018

It’s the last show of the year and we have packed it full of discussions on the 2020 Ram and Chevy HDs (yet Holman is still holding back!) and the new video rendering from Chase Carroll from Innov8 Design Lab. The guys talk to Michael Guittilla from Multimatic about the company’s entry into the truck market, examine an incident that gives truck guys a bad name before delving into EV and truck electrification, and Lightning has to guess an epic exhaust note. Lastly, will you buy Lightning’s truck already?

Ep. 46 - Merry Christmas! Boom Trucks, Truck Gifts, 2019 Ford Ranger Dec 22, 2018

Merry Christmas to all of our Truck Show Listeners! In this episode we find out that the guys survived the Fruitcakeisode, share a newsworthy throwback to “Boom Trucks”, exchange Christmas gifts from California Car Cover and Magellan, and talk to Truck Trend’s Brett Evans about the all-new 2019 Ford Ranger first drive. From us to you, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a great holiday season!

Ep. 45 - Holiday Fruitcakeisode, 2019 Four Wheeler Pickup Truck of the Year, Rescued Adventurer, 2020 Jeep Gladiator, Upcoming 2020 HDs Dec 17, 2018

Nothing quite captures the spirit of the holidays like enjoying a delicious fruitcake, even if it is a three-year-old fruitcake that helped launch the longest truck warranty in America. Chef Cory Bahr and Dr. Mo add their two cents on eating aged fruitcake. Also the guys check in with Four Wheeler’s 2019 Pickup Truck of the Year judges, rescue errant adventurer Neil Calder, talk to Mark Allen, Head of Jeep design, about the new Jeep Gladiator, and discuss photos of the upcoming 2020 heavy-duty trucks from Ram and Chevy.

Ep. 44 - Finding C10 Ronnie, EV 4x4s Are Here, Importance of Mentorship Dec 10, 2018

Episode 44 is full of goodness, including a conversation with fellow podcaster Ronnie Wetch from C10 Talk, a look at electric trucks with the founder and CEO of electric vehicle startup Bollinger Motors, Robert Bollinger, and a great clip from SEMA’s Brew Talks about mentorship and vocational education. Ben Palmer from American Expedition Vehicles also drops by with pizza, Dr. Pepper, and a little truck insight.

Ep. 43 - Off-Roading in The Sahara, Lightning Finds Low Range, Introducing The 5-Star Hotline Dec 03, 2018

Holman brings you along on his adventure wheeling Nissan trucks in the Western Sahara desert, while the incomparable Emme Hall makes for some good comedy. The guys also launch the 5-Star Hotline as a new way to interact with the Truck Show Podcast Listeners. Lightning joins some Truck Show fans for a day of rock crawling in Johnson Valley, CA.

Ep. 42 - Bizarre Cummins Swaps, Australian Parts For Better Adventures, Buy Lightning’s Truck Nov 26, 2018

Steve Sanders from Cummins returns to talk R2.8 swaps, while the guys try to get answers about upcoming Cummins-powered trucks. Lightning and Holman dial up the future to find out what kind of Rhinos come from Australia and what Aussie accessories help your truck carry more. Plus, the time has come for Lightning to sell his beloved brodozer, and Holman teases a survivor XJ that needs a new home.

Ep. 41 - Centerforce Clutches, Sadistic Iron Werks, What We Missed At SEMA Nov 19, 2018

After several episodes on the road, the guys return to the studio and catch up and with Will Baty of Centerforce Clutches, reconnect with Bobby Martin of Sadistic Iron Werks, and discuss what was missed at SEMA. Plus, find out which manufacturers are hinting at future trucks with concepts that are in plain sight.

Ep. 40 - Adventures On The Trail, A Memorial to Off-Roaders, Ghost Town Burgers Nov 12, 2018

In this episode, the guys are back on the road, er trail, putting a 2018 Chevy Colorado ZR2 through its paces. Along the way, they pay respects at the Mojave Desert’s Husky Memorial and speak to those with loved ones to remember. Before heading home, they make a stop in the historic gold town of Randsburg and chat with the owner of the town’s working General Store.

Ep. 39 - Bonus SEMA USAisode Day 5 Nov 05, 2018

It’s SEMA week! In this Day 5 Bonus Episode, the guys take a closer look at the world of family owned businesses and parts and products made in the USA. This episode features Mike Sapgnola from SEMA, a listener from Ford, award-winning truck builder Chris Church, Stan Chen from Toyo Tires, Mike Stickney from Westin Automotive, John Angelastro from sPOD, Mark Dickens of Chevrolet Performance Parts, Mike Sype of Rancho/Dynomax/Thrush, Lonnie McCurry Jr. of SkyJacker, Jim McGean of Dynatrac, James Fonnesbeck of Expedition One, Shane Casad from Bilstein, and Greg Randolph from DECKED.

Ep. 38 - Bonus SEMA Liftisode Day 4 Nov 03, 2018

It’s SEMA week! In this Day 4 Bonus Episode, the guys take a closer look at the world of lifted trucks with Rob Pigue from Plan B Fab, Kyle Bennett from Stryker Off-Road and SORD Performance Shocks, Listener Carter Reed from BDS, Aaron Aldrich from Any Level Lift, and long-time big-truck innovator Jeff Kelderman from Kelderman.

Ep. 37 - Bonus SEMA Episode Day 3 Nov 02, 2018

It’s SEMA week! In this Day 3 Bonus Episode, Gale Banks is back to discuss SEMA, differential covers, mentoring, and his newfound love of Monster Energy drinks. Other guests include Ryan Morgan from Sparks Motors and Diesel Brothers, Jason Gauci from Lund International, Matt Feldermann from AEV, and Chase Carroll from Innov8 Design Labs. Oh, and find out what famous person Gale snubbed to be on our show!

Ep. 36 - Bonus SEMA Episode Day 2 Nov 01, 2018

It’s SEMA week! In this Day 2 Bonus Episode, the guys catch up with Brent Hagan from Nissan, SEMA’s Launch Pad winner Matt Beenan, Melanie Hellwig White from Hellwig Products, Craig Jackson of Barrett Jackson, Kevin Stearns from Tillman Motorsports/Pacific Fab, and Titan racer Walter Cheney from Venom Racing.

Ep. 35 - Bonus SEMA Episode Day 1 Oct 31, 2018

It’s SEMA week! In this Day 1 Bonus Episode, the guys catch up with Truck Guru Chris Payne, Jordan Muhlbauer from Daytona Truck Meet, Jason Sandusky from American Force Wheels, John Hennessey from Hennessey Performance, and Jerry Zaiden from Camburg. We also check out the first slammed 2019 Ram1500 we’ve seen and enjoy the best marketing move of the day as DECKED hired a local high school band to serenade the entire South Hall. Well done.

Ep. 34 - Mike Finnegan Hangs, 2019 Half-Tons, One Man Touches 1.5 million Super Duty Trucks Oct 29, 2018

Roadkill’s Mike Finnegan comes back to tell more magazine guy stories, talk Carolina Reaper peppers, and discusses his induction in the Mini Truck Hall of Fame. One man makes his mark on 1.5 million Super Duty trucks and Holman shares his insight from Truck Trend’s 2019 Pickup Truck of the Year Competition.

Ep. 33 - Freiburger is Back, Infamous Viper Truck, Diff Covers Uncovered Oct 22, 2018

Roadkill’s David Freiburger returns and no topic is off the table. From speed records and Doritos to autonomous driving and cliff diving vehicles, the guys go deep to explore the true definition of a pickup. Herb Helbig, retired Viper engineer, talks about how the Ram SRT-10 became the world’s fastest production truck and Lightning and Holman discuss the whether aftermarket diff covers really work.

Ep. 32 - Off Road Expoisode! Oct 15, 2018

The Truck Show Podcast with Lightning and Holman is a fun, irreverent and edgy look at today’s world of trucks. Hosted by veteran Los Angeles radio personality and producer Jay “Lightning” Tilles and truck expert and longtime automotive journalist Sean Holman, the duo brings a unique and entertaining perspective to all things truck, including those lifted, lowered, and everything in between.

Ep. 31 - Aaron Kaufman Returns, Texas State Fair, Daytona Truck Meet Update Oct 08, 2018

Aaron Kaufman returns to the show to talk about what he’s been up to, giving the guys an update on his second season of Shifting Gears, Arclight Fab’s product launch, and of course more F-100 talk. Jim Morrison, Head of Ram Trucks, walks us through 2019 Ram updates and Nissan’s Brent Hagan shares the Titan updates for 2019. Jordan Muhlbauer of Daytona Truck Meet, has a little more info to share about the 2019 event.

Ep. 30 - Bullet Proof Six Liter Fords, Realistic Renderings, California Pompousness Oct 01, 2018

The guys reveal the secret life of reliable six-liter Power Strokes with Jeff Dahlin of Bullet Proof Diesel, talk to Chase from Innov8 Design Labs about his photorealistic concept truck renderings, and explore the concept of California pompousness while apologizing for California pompousness.

Ep. 29 - Raptor Goes Global, Daytona Truck Meet Announcement, Born For Adventure Sep 24, 2018

Will the Ranger Raptor come to the US? The guys speak to Hermann Salenbauch, the Global Director for Ford Performance Vehicles, to discuss the expansion of the Raptor brand and what it means to Ford. They’ll also hear from Jordan Muhlbauer from Daytona Truck Meet with a special announcement, and talk to the founder of Born For Adventure about adventuring out in the world with old iron.

Ep. 28 - Badass Grandpa Takes A Raptor Racing, Chevy/AEV Collaboration, Most Affordable Truck in America, Vintage TV Show Sep 18, 2018

Off Road Motorsports Hall of Famer and racing legend Dick Landfield discusses taking a Ford Raptor racing in Baja for the NORRA Mexican 1000, Chevy’s Performance Manager for Midsize Trucks, Brad Schreiber, returns to tell the guys all about the partnership with AEV to create the 2019 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison, we drive the most affordable truck in a America, and our listeners settle a score between Lightning and Holman.

Ep. 27 - Diesel Tuning, Truck Club Antics, Rad Midsize Pickup Gets Radder Sep 10, 2018

The guys talk to Paul Wilson of Duramaxtuner.com and Calibrated Power Solutions about diesel tunes and invite Brett Oakes, the founder of truck club juggernaut Severed Ties, in studio to tell stories about the rise and fall of truck clubs and where clubs stand today. We also discuss the announcement of the Chevy ZR2 Bison and the 2019 Ram fuel economy numbers, while Nissan launches the “Calling All Titans” movement.

Ep. 26 - ’19 TRD Pro Trucks, Electrical Accessories Made Easy, Awesome Apparel Sep 03, 2018

Sheldon Brown from Toyota talks about the 2019 TRD Pro line-up and their shift to Fox shocks. Rory Connell, formerly of West Coast Customs fame, has a killer solution for operating any electrical accessory on your truck. Lastly, Nat Havholm tells Lightning and Holman about the inspirations behind his automotive lifestyle company, California Grilled Tees.

Ep. 25 - The Early Days Of Toyota TRD’s Foray Into Trucks, Lift Kit Development, 417K Mile Pickup Aug 27, 2018

Ted Moncure, former TRD Product Development Manager for Toyota and current Director of Development for Transamerican Wholesale spends some time in studio talking about the rise of TRD trucks inside Toyota and what it takes to develop a quality lift kit in today’s competitive market. Ted shares his love of desert racing and what it is like to commute to work by airplane. The guys also talk to the original owner of a 2005 Nissan Titan with 417,000 miles on it to figure out just how well a Titan holds up and what maintenance is really required to reach the 400K mark.

Ep. 24 - Amazing One-Off Trucks From ICON, Figuring Out Your Truck’s Worth, 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 Review Aug 20, 2018

Lightning and Holman welcome Jonathan Ward from ICON on the show to talk about his amazing business of restoring and remaking classic vehicles, including ICON’s line of bespoke FJs and Broncos, as well as his Reformer and Derelict line of pickup-ups. Randy Carlson, appraiser on the show Sticker Shock talks mini trucks, classics, and the value of vintage trucks and Holman shares his first review of the 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500.

The Truck Show Podcast Trailer Aug 16, 2018

Massive budgets. Bombshell revelations. Those are other podcasts. This is The Truck Show podcast, where radio personality Jay "Lightning" Tilles and automotive journalist Sean Holman cover all things truck - lifted, lowered, and everything in between.

Ep. 23 - Camburg’s Jerry Zaiden, Make Your Truck Bed More Useful, Nissan Gets Beachy Aug 13, 2018

Camburg’s Jerry Zaiden and Greg Randolph of DECKED join the guys in studio for a fun-filled show that covers the truck modification gamut, from suspension to cargo management that works. Hear how Camburg got its start and how the company has evolved to be one of the industry leaders in off-road performance. Also, get the inside scoop on DECKED, one of the most innovative cargo management solutions available for your truck bed. The guys read your mail and fight over the keys to Nissan’s Titan Surf Camp concept.

Ep. 22 - Sticker Shock’s Dennis Pittsenbarger, Raptor Gets Better, HD Truck Review, Perceived Fuel Economy Aug 06, 2018

Sticker Shock’s Dennis Pittsenbarger stops by the Truck Show Podcast to talk about some of the unique truck stories from season one and Chris Paiva, Ford Performance Engineer for Vehicle Dynamics, tells all about how Fox’s new Live Valve technology made the 2019 Raptor even better. The guys also have Jason Gonderman, editor of Truck Trend, in studio to share his review the 2018 GMC Denali 2500HD Crew Cab Duramax, oh and he saves the guys after locking themselves out of the studio.

Ep. 21 - Entrepreneurisode – A Height Shifting Truck, A Garage Product You Can’t Live Without, and The Raptor Engine Finds A New Home Jul 30, 2018

Everywhere you look, entrepreneurs are innovating in the automotive space. The guys take a look at two fledgling companies that found problems that needed solving. Any Level Lift gives you the ability to adjust the height of your lifted truck on the fly and LIINC provides a new spin on garage lighting. Ford also solves a “problem” of not offering exclusive power levels in the company’s top-of-the-line F-150 Limited by installing the Raptor’s high-output V-6 in the 2019 model.

Ep. 20 - Aaron Kaufman, Return of the Ranger, Fun Hundred Run, Ants Everywhere! Jul 23, 2018

Aaron Kaufman from Fast N’ Loud and Shifting Gears fame talks about his love for trucks, his humble beginnings as a mini-trucker, and his thoughts on TV and celebrity. The guys also get the download on Aaron’s latest venture, Arclight Fabrication, and find out what’s up with the Fun Hundred Run. Also joining the podcast in this episode is Chad Callandar, Marketing Manager for the all-new 2019 Ford Ranger. The Truck Show Podcast studio is inundated with ants, is it Lightning or Holman to blame for leaving chili dog remnants behind?

Ep. 19 - The Galeisode - A Sit Down With Performance Pioneer Gale Banks Jul 17, 2018

Sit back and relax as the one and only Gale Banks walks us through his career, exploring topics that range from his early days as a struggling shop owner, other career paths, false starts, speed record runs, and early successes. You’ll learn how Gale got into turbos and the backstory behind some of your favorite factory trucks. Gale will also tell which trends diesel enthusiasts have wrong and why. So sit back, relax, and make sometime for this podcast. It’s a long one, but well worth it.

Ep. 18 - Ultimate Adventure, Our Favorite Truckumentary, Allegedly Snake Oil, Electric Pickups? Jul 09, 2018

The guys welcome Christian Hazel, Editor of Petersen’s 4-Wheel & Off-Road, who is fresh off the 2018 Ultimate Adventure and ready to talk about this year’s epic event. In addition to UA, the guys drink Slurpees while discussing industry snake oil and marketing tactics, their love for the documentary “Winnebago Man’, and whether there is a place in the truck world for electric pickups. Holman also tries to convince Lighting of why the all-new Suzuki Jimny needs to come to the US.

Ep. 17 - Inside Ram Trucks, Auto Enthusiast Day, C10R, Paint Protection Jul 02, 2018

Go for a ride along with Holman and Jim Morrison, Head of Ram Trucks, North America in a 2018 Cummins-powered Ram 3500HD at FCA’s Chelsea Proving Grounds while finding out all about the 2019 Ram 1500, and join the fun as hit the trails in a 2018 Ram Power Wagon. Then listen to Lightning’s interviews from the ground at Nitto’s Auto Enthusiast Day with PCH Rods and their C10R and learn from Daley Visual all about paint protection and the best ways to keep your truck looking its best!

Ep. 16 - How The Colorado ZR2 Was Born, Road Trips, Following-up on SEMA of the South Jun 25, 2018

Find out how the Chevy Colorado went from a one-off concept to a green-lit production truck, as guest Brad Schreiber, Chevy’s Performance Variant Manager for Midsize Trucks, joins Lightning and Holman. Sharing the background of just how the ZR2 came to be, Schreiber gives the guys insight that won’t be heard anywhere else. Holman also talks about his Father’s Day road trip with his daughter in Chevy’s midsized Colorado Redline edition, and the guys find out if Daytona Truck Meet lived up to the hype as the biggest truck show in the South.

Ep. 15 - Ban All Trucks, The Story Behind Dirt Every Day, Classic Trucks Worth More Than Your House Jun 18, 2018

If you are commuting in your truck, be warned, you have met the ire of a Mazda 2-driving “journalist” who thinks your truck should be banned. Lightning and Holman discuss the ridiculous article written by Elizabeth Werth, as well as talk to Legacy Classic Trucks founder Winslow Bent, who makes adult Hot Wheels for people with a quarter million dollars to spare. Rick Péwé also checks in to talk about his start with David Freiburger in the off-road magazine world.

Ep. 14 - Diesel Power Challenge, DPF-Friendly Performance, Guess That Diesel, Drive A Big Rig, World’s Tallest Thermometer Jun 11, 2018

The guys talk to the competitors and reveal the winner of Diesel Power’s 2018 Diesel Power Challenge, discuss DPF-friendly diesel performance with Clint Cannon from ATS Diesel Performance, and argue about whether or not a Commercial Driver’s License is worth it for the average person. Also, find out if Baker, CA is really more than just a tall thermometer.

Ep. 13 - What Mini Trucks and Ferraris Have In Common, Car Camping Gone Wild, Concepts Trucks Built To Be Used Jun 04, 2018

From mini-trucks to supercars, Bobby Martins of Sadistic Iron Werks has evolved with the times. Once a staple on the cover on Mini Truckin magazine, Sadistic is now the go-to shop for bagged Ferraris and Lambos. We’ll also take a look at the evolution of car camping into what is called overlanding today and talk about the explosive growth of Overland Expo. Plus, the guys go behind-the-scenes with Nissan’s built-to-be-used concept trucks.

Ep. 12 - Roadkill's Mike Finnegan Talks Trucks, His Bogus Battle Against Richard Rawlings, and Stories From His Wild Mini-Truckin’ Days Before Roadkill May 29, 2018

Mike Finnegan from Roadkill stops by the Truck Show Podcast to talk about his path to Roadkill, his start as a truck magazine editor, and some of his favorite stories from along the way. He also opens up about his biggest disappointment working on Roadkill and gives Lightning and Holman a behind-the-scenes look at what really happened when Roadkill battled Fast N’ Loud.

Ep. 11 - Holman Ruins The Silverado For You, Get Ready For A 4-Cylinder Half-Ton, Lightning Almost Drives Over A Fan, A New Tire Brand, The V-10 Sport Truck May 21, 2018

Are you ready for the four-cylinder-equipped 2019 Chevy Silverado? The guys discuss the new Silverado engine option and first-drive experience with Brett Evans of Truck Trend. Andrew Hoit from Milestar checks in to talk truck tires and explain how Tireco became a big deal. Lightning talks about driving his bro-dozing ROQ Crusher in So Cal traffic and Holman reveals the one thing that will ruin GM trucks for you, plus shares a fond memory of the legendary Ram SRT-10 “Viper Truck.”

Ep. 10 - An Insider Story About Raptor, Importance of Truck Spy Photography, Sway Bars For Trucks, Event Announcer Flubs May 14, 2018

Spy photographers are an important part of the truck industry and you’ll hear an insider story of how spy photography affected the fate of the Raptor. The guys also explore the importance of sway bars with Hellwig Products and laugh a little at the expense of a well-meaning announcer at the Ultimate Callout Challenge. All of this and more can be found in Episode 10 of the Truck Show Podcast!

Ep. 09 - The Dieselisode - Diesel Power, Half-Ton Diesels, Diesel Crate Engines, To Delete Or Not To Delete May 07, 2018

It's the first Dieselisode! The guys have Diesel Power Magazine Editor-in-Chief KJ Jones in the studio to chat about the latest diesel industry trends and to talk to guests from Ford Motor Company and Cummins. Dave Ives from Ford gives us the inside scoop on the new 3.0L Power Stroke and Steve Sanders from Cummins joins us to discuss all things diesel and shares his thoughts on the Great DPF Delete Debate.

Ep. 08 - What About Grumpers, Big Brake Upgrades For Trucks, and a Shop That Got Big On Social and in Life Apr 30, 2018

Greg Higgs shares the story of how Fab Fours bumpers got its start and why we have Grumpers, Mike Hamrick of Wilwood checks in to talk about the importance of performance brakes for trucks, and we ask Ryan Kibbe of Kibbetech how he got big taunting Jesse James and making magazine-worthy truck builds. Lightning also springs a new segment to test Holman’s truck knowledge.

Ep. 07 - Inside GM Truck Engineering, Daytona Truck Meet Blows Up, and How AMP Research Makes Your Truck Better Apr 20, 2018

Get to know Tim Herrick, GM’s Chief Engineer of next-generation light-duty trucks, heavy-duty trucks, and full-size SUVs. The guys talk to Tim about past General Motor’s trucks, what is on the horizon, and what his favorite mountain bike to ride is. Also on the show is Jordan from Daytona Truck Meet, where you and 14,999 of your truck-loving buddies can get together to share your love of trucks. Lightning and Holman also welcome their first in-studio guest, Eric Bajza from AMP Research, to talk about all of the ways AMP makes accessing your truck easier.

Ep. 06 - 2020 Silverado HD Teaser is Revealed, The Truck Show Makes The Top 5, and Holman Exposed As A Tiny House Hater Apr 14, 2018

Lightning and Holman thank all the listeners for their support in helping the podcast make the automotive Top 5 list on iTunes, talk 2020 Chevy Silverado HD, and tell the story of a 101-year-old retired Chevy truck engineer. Also in this episode the guys explore why Holman is against teenagers on his lawn, Lightning name drops, and we learn why Holman hates tiny houses so much. Also, we find out what was in Holman’s hotel room and who will be on the show in Episode 7!

Ep. 05 - Roadkill’s Freiburger, Adventuring with AEV, and Discussing the World of Sponsorships with Truck Guru Apr 06, 2018

Lightning and Holman talk adventure with Matt Feldermann from AEV, get the behind-the-scenes scoop on Roadkill from none other than David Freiburger, and learn the ins and outs of show truck building and sponsorships from Cris Payne of Truck Guru. They also take a quick look at news from the New York Auto Show, including the Volkswagen Tanoak and GMC Sierra AT4, as well as dissect renderings of the 2019 Jeep Scrambler pickup. Oh, and don’t miss our youngest fan Hannah sing the intro!

Ep. 04 - The Truck Show Invades Easter Jeep Safari In Moab, Utah Mar 30, 2018

This week the Truck Show goes on the road to Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, to find out why EJS is so important to the off-road industry and dirt-loving enthusiasts.

Ep. 03 - Dirt Every Day's Fred Williams, Talking Shocks, New Truck Tech, and Bumpsides, Mar 23, 2018

In this episode, the guys dig deep into shocks with Shane Casad from Bilstein, talk about some of the technology found in the 2019 Ram 1500, and learn from Bump Nation founder Brad Taber about where F-100 guys go to find like-minded enthusiasts. They also dissect what happens to a cow when it is hit by a trophy truck at 112 mph and chat with Fred Williams of Dirt Every Day about what it’s like to go behind the scenes of his hit show.

Ep. 02 - From Counterman Stories to 800hp Pickups Mar 15, 2018

Checking in with a Lone Star Throwdown co-founder, behind the parts counter with LGE-CTS Motorsports, an inside look at The Roadster Shop, inside Nissan's new Titan, and drooling over the $100K Yenko Silverado.

Ep. 01 - Let’s Launch This Thing Right! Mar 08, 2018

The Truck Show Podcast with Lightning and Holman debuts with guests from Alpine Electronics, the chief interior designer from Ram Trucks, and a co-founder of Lone Star Throwdown, plus the guys speak to an international journalist who wrote an article exposing the battle over Truck Nuts.

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