Best The AB Garage Podcasts (2024)

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We Fixed the New Ferrari. 1:23:35

2M ago1:23:35

1:23:35

Ben might have a broken rib, the new Ferrari is ugly (don't worry, we fixed it), Tesla still has a ton of issues, and the Aston Martin Valkyrie is even more magnificent in person. It's a wild card episode with a lot of goodies. Enjoy!By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Matt Farah Drives the Speed Limit — Horseless Carriages, Hybrids, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 58:03

2M ago58:03

58:03

A departure from the typical Smoking Tire drive, Matt Farah and Zack Klapman slow things down... to about 30 mph. A couple weeks ago they joined us in Newport for Audrain's 3rd Annual Veteran Car Tour, and their second attempt at making it to Bristol and back — this time in a 1902 Yale. Did they make it or did they have to push? Will they be joinin…

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From Building Roads to Driving on Them: A Chat with Good Friend Louis Barone 1:14:27

4M ago1:14:27

1:14:27

ABS welcomes Louie Barone, a long-time friend of the museum, for a chat about bridges, when things go wrong in the museum, and some differing opinions on the P-word.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Euro Plate Porsches Travel to America & Japan Invades: Two Podcasts for the Price of One! 45:28

4M ago45:28

45:28

For the first time in a month, the ABS boys are finally together in one room, catching up on all that's happened at the Audrain over the winter. Also, we have a bonus interview from a German couple on a long US road trip in two very special Porsches.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Ep. 18 Derek Long WSMBC Builder Profile #8 55:17

5M ago55:17

55:17

The man behind the build competition joins me today to talk all things Wyld Stallions. Be sure to follow along with all of the builders and the competition by heading over to the Wyld Stallions Facebook Page or Instagram page. Also be sure to follow along in the pages of Thunder Roads Magazine of Michigan. Be sure to support our sponsors Benchmark …

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Ep. 17 Nic Carlin WSMBC Builder Profile #7 1:16:25

5M ago1:16:25

1:16:25

You read that right todays episode features me. I am one of the returning builders from last year so Derek hopped on the mic and took over the podcast for the day to interview me. Be sure to follow along with all of the builders and the competition by heading over to the Wyld Stallions Facebook Page or Instagram page. Also be sure to follow along i…

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Nothing But The P-Word! Meet THE Porsche Carrera GT Specialist @repasimotorwerks 51:59

5M ago51:59

51:59

The Carrera GT whisperer Jimmy Repasi tells the boys what it's like taking apart one of the most revered supercars for a living.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Ep. 16 Zack Jones WSMBC Builder Profile #6 27:51

6M ago27:51

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Todays episode is the sixth in my builder profile series introducing the builders for the Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Competition featuring last years winner Zack Jones. Be sure to follow along with all of the builders and the competition by heading over to the Wyld Stallions Facebook Page or Instagram page. Also be sure to follow along in the …

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Ep. 15 Josh Brust WSMBC Builder Profile #5 32:22

6M ago32:22

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Todays episode is the fifth in my builder profile series introducing the builders for the Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Competition featuring Josh Brust. Josh is coming all the way from Missouri to be apart of the competition. Be sure to follow along with all of the builders and the competition by heading over to the Wyld Stallions Facebook Page …

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Meet Mr. Motorcars: Purveyor of Rare Porsches — Ryan Friedman 1:10:51

6M ago1:10:51

1:10:51

The ABS boys pack up their gear and head to Long Island to meet the team at Ryan Friedman Motorcars. If you're a fan of Porsche, Ferrari, or even Mercedes and you have an Instagram account, you've probably seen one of the stunning examples they have had up for sale. Join ABS as they learn what goes into acquiring these rare birds, pairing them up w…

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Ep. 14 Chris Davidsen WSMBC Builder Profile #4 29:18

6M ago29:18

29:18

Todays episode is the fourth in my builder profile series introducing the builders for the Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Competition featuring Chris Davidsen. Be sure to follow along with all of the builders and the competition by heading over to the Wyld Stallions Facebook Page or Instagram page. Also be sure to follow along in the pages of Thun…

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Ep. 13 Jon Wysong WSMBC Builder Profile #3 25:19

6M ago25:19

25:19

Todays episode is the third in my builder profile series introducing the builders for the Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Competition featuring Jon Wysong. Be sure to follow along with all of the builders and the competition by heading over to the Wyld Stallions Facebook Page or Instagram page. Also be sure to follow along in the pages of Thunder R…

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Indy 500 Winner Bobby Rahal Makes a Podcast Pitstop! 39:48

6M ago39:48

39:48

Indy 500 winner, owner of Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, and Carrera GT enthusiast Bobby Rahal visits the ABS boys.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Ep. 12 Frank Grimes WSMBC Builder Profile #2 26:31

6M ago26:31

26:31

Todays episode is the second in my builder profile series introducing the builders for the Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Competition featuring Frank Grimes. Be sure to follow along with all of the builders and the competition by heading over to the Wyld Stallions Facebook Page or Instagram page. Merch Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Competition F…

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Ep. 11 Mack Blank WSMBC Builder Profile #1 32:50

7M ago32:50

32:50

Todays episode is the first in my builder profile series introducing the builders for the Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Competition featuring Mackenzie Godfrey aka Mack Blank. Mack Blank Insta Full Throttle Moto Merch Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Competition FB Wyld Stallions Insta Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebike…

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2024 Announcements 5:29

7M ago5:29

5:29

Welcome to 2024 just a quick update and some announcements!!!! Merch Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Competition FB Wyld Stallions Insta Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.com Insta: @theabpod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theaveragebikergarage5166By The AB Garage

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The Ultimate 4 Car Garage, Everywhere We'll Be in 2024, & Ruf Automobile 1:02:40

7M ago1:02:40

1:02:40

The boys spill the beans about their plans for 2024 and all of the events Audrain will be attending, answer some viewer questions, and choose their ultimate 4-car garage.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Real Driving, Real Life, Hot Rods & Hot Vloggers with Tedward | @TedwardDrives 1:11:39

7M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

It's time for a TED Talk! The ABS boys sit down with @TedwardDrives to chat about life with cars.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Captain Crankshaft Talks Turbos, Trends, and His Safari 911! 1:08:16

8M ago1:08:16

1:08:16

Two local guys with an international following, Jackson and Will from Captain Crankshaft join us for this week's podcast! Check out their channel to see the hard work they put into their cars and the fun they have in the process!By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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If You Love Classic Cars — Donald Osborne & ABS Discuss the Man Behind the Bow Tie 1:05:12

9M ago1:05:12

1:05:12

It’s the episode you’ve all been waiting for. We finally sit down with Donald Osborne, automotive enthusiast and valuation expert, guest star ot Jay Leno’s Garage, and host of the Audrain Museum Network! Join ABS and get to know the man behind the bowtie!By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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What It Takes to Run a Concours d'Elegance 50:44

9M ago50:44

50:44

Take a glimpse of what it's like to organize a week's worth of world-class automobile events. While they're goofballs on camera, Antonio, Ben, and Sean are integral to the success of the Audrain Newport Concours & Motorweek.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Ep. 10 Harry Fash AKA RichPMiflin Chopper Building and Show Promotion 52:52

10M ago52:52

52:52

Todays episode I get to interview Harry aka RichPMiflin. We discuss a variety of topics including bike building, show promotion, cremation, and aviation. Be sure to head over to his Instagram and YouTube pages and give him a follow. RichPMiflin Slice And Dice Choppers Merch Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.co…

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Ep. 9.5 WTFubeen? 12:10

10M ago12:10

12:10

Welcome back! Steelcityblacksmithing fishtankwhiskey Joel Alex Derek Merch Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.com Insta: @theabpod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theaveragebikergarage5166By The AB Garage

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Nicole Johnson: Queen of Offroad, Monster Jam Pro, Thrill Seeker, & Lover of Unique Autos 1:02:09

10M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

The coolest person we know? Nicole Johnson of @NicoleJohnsonsDetour stops by to see what the Audrain Newport Concours is all about and share some amazing stories of her time as an offroad racer, Monster Jam driver, and host of a ridiculously cool, automotive YouTube series!By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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QUICK UPDATE! The Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week is in Full Swing! 25:42

10M ago25:42

25:42

Take a peek behind the scenes of our biggest event of the year, the Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week. With over 40 free and ticketed events spread over five days, there's surely an event for you!By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Rebuilding a Wrecked 911 GT3, Leasing vs. Buying, BMWs, and Trending on TikTok with @alecsgarage 1:03:10

10M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

Alec's Garage stops by, Sean steps out to fly kites, Antonio has regrets about Bitcoin and Ethereum, and Ben reminisces his Basketball glory days.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Car Spotting in Pebble Beach, Patek Philippe, Porsche, and Pagani's Ugly Steering Wheels 51:30

11M ago51:30

51:30

Fresh from their trip to Pebble Beach, Antonio and Ben recap Car Week. Sean tells tales of the cars & coffee event that they missed. Steve and Antonio attempt to continue their debate about ugly steering wheels, but are derailed by Škoda Sam and Ben Taradash fawning over Citroëns.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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F1 Stars Take On The Goodwood Festival of Speed and Sam Gets a Škoda 34:12

12M ago34:12

34:12

Sean tells tales of his adventures across the pond at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, where the Audrain Automobile Museum ran the legendary 1988 McLaren MP4/4 up the hill, Antonio poses hypothetical questions, and Sam shares his new purchase with the boys!By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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EP. 9 Bikes Blacksmithing and CNC w/ Josh Boggs 1:45:55

12M ago1:45:55

1:45:55

Today I am joined by the owner and operator of Steel City Blacksmithing Josh Boggs. This kid is doing amazing things and is just an all around cool guy. I encourage everyone to go check out his instagram and hit him up for all of your blacksmithing needs. Steel City Blacksmithing website Steel City Blacksmithing Instagram Merch Interested in being …

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David Swift — Jay Leno's Left-Hand and Producer Extraordinaire 56:40

12M ago56:40

56:40

The ABS boys stop into quite possibly the most famous garage in the world to visit our friend David Swift. He's the man behind the cam of Jay Leno's Garage, Co-Producer of Audrain Mansions & Motorcars, a new dad, a freshly-licensed pilot, and all-around great human being.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Ep. 8 Childsplay w/ Carter James 29:35

1y ago29:35

29:35

On todays episode I am joined by an amazing guest. My son Carter James sits down talks with me for a bit about motorcycles. Go check out the YouTube channel and you can watch Carter work on his own bike and there's some videos of him riding too. Merch Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.com Insta: @theabpod Yout…

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Ep. 7 Custom Bike Building With John Gatti 1:42:13

1y ago1:42:13

1:42:13

On this episode of The Average Biker Podcast I am joined by John Gatti owner and operator of Gatti's Garage out of Lake Worth Florida. If you frequent any number of of motorcycle Facebook groups you have probably seen John answer a question or 2. Be sure to follow him on all of his social media accounts. If you're in the Lake Worth area and need an…

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Ruffian Cars — Chris Ashton's Journey from Video Games to Custom Car Builder 49:20

1y ago49:20

49:20

The ABS boys look a little different.... Sean steps out so Steve can sit down with his idol, Chris Ashton — video game designer turned custom car builder.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Ep. 6 Shop Class And Bikes w/ Mark Ferioli 1:29:02

1y ago1:29:02

1:29:02

This week I talk shop (class) and motorcycles with Mark Ferioli. Be sure to check out Marks YouTube page. Mark Ferioli YouTube Page Merch Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.com Insta: @theabpod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theaveragebikergarage5166By The AB Garage

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Ep. 5 Paint, Fabrication and Hoosier Hospitality w/ Cornfed Customs 54:47

1y ago54:47

54:47

I had the pleasure of talking with small custom shop owners Jeremy Thompson and Casey Kassenbrock of Cornfed Customs of Indianapolis. Head on over to their Instagram and give them a follow or slide into their DMs if you're needing some custom work done. Cornfed Customs Merch Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.c…

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Sitting Down with The Smoking Tire — Matt Farah 54:27

1y ago54:27

54:27

ABS visits The Smoking Tire, Matt Farah! He lends @TheSmokingTirePodcast studio to the boys, so they can talk first cars, dream cars, accidents, and algorithms.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Ep. 4 Business, Bikes, Cars, and Crypto W/ Tyler Pedersen 1:05:01

1y ago1:05:01

1:05:01

My good friend Tyler Pedersen joins me on the show today to discuss his various passions ranging from race cars to stock trading. Be sure to give him a follow on his various social media accounts. Crank Yankers Racing TORG Trading Podcast TORG Trading Newsletter Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.com Insta: @th…

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Ep. 3 Project updates with ME 32:58

1y ago32:58

32:58

On todays episode you get a glimpse into all the projects I have going on. Wyld Stallions Motorcycle Build Owosso Vintage Motorcycle Days Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.com Insta: @theabpod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theaveragebikergarage5166By The AB Garage

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A Word with the Urban Outlaw — Magnus Walker 48:03

1y ago48:03

48:03

The ABS crew visits the garage of famed fashion designer, car collector, and Porsche customizer Magnus Walker. They chat about the automotive community, his outlaw lifestyle, and of course... the "P" word.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Ep. 2 Bikes BBQ and Tattoos w/ James Hawk 1:18:18

1y ago1:18:18

1:18:18

On todays episode I talk with James Hawk about his stable of bikes, his food truck and his tattoo shop. Follow James at @tattoosbyhawk Follow James at Burly’s Food Truck Follow Maltese Machine Company at @maltesemachineco Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.com Insta: @theabpod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@…

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Ep. 1 Helicopters and Motorcycles w/ Jeff Payton 1:11:44

1y ago1:11:44

1:11:44

This week I am joined by my older brother Jeff Payton to discuss a variety of topics including motorcycles and helicopters. Interested in being a guest on the show? Email: theaveragebikerpod@gmail.com Insta: @theabpod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theaveragebikergarage5166By The AB Garage

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2023 Pilot Welcome Back!!! 6:33

1y ago6:33

6:33

Im back baby!!! And ready for a redo at this podcasting thing. Insta: @theabpod Interested in being a guest? Email me at theaveragebikerpod@gmail.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theaveragebikergarage5166By Nic

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Veteran Car Tour Recap with Evan Ide 48:33

1y ago48:33

48:33

The ABS boys sit down with Bonhams Motoring Senior Specialist and owner of HVS Evan Ide where they talk about what makes veteran cars so special.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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ABS Reimagined by Singer 33:53

1y ago33:53

33:53

The ABS boys visit the Singer workshop in Los Angeles. After they pick their jaws up off the floor, they are joined by Singer Vehicle Design Interior Production Manager Tim Kortebein!By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Goodwood, Hollywood, and the Season Ahead! 35:43

1+ y ago35:43

35:43

The boys reminisce about the past month at the Audrain. They have been around the world, from Hollywood to Goodwood!By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Rod Emory: Creator of the Outlaw Porsche and Family Man 49:09

1+ y ago49:09

49:09

The boys stop by the shop of legendary custom Porsche 356 builder, Rod Emory. They discuss passion, craftsmanship, the devil in the details, being the first to rise, and the truth about working with family.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Bruce Meyer: Beverly Hills-Based Car Collector and Petersen Automotive Museum Chairman 49:28

1+ y ago49:28

49:28

In this special episode of In The Drivers' Seat With ABS the boys head to LA to speak with legendary car collector and Chairman of The Petersen Museum, Bruce Meyer.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Cannonball Record Holder Doug Tabbutt Joins the ABS Crew! 38:40

1+ y ago38:40

38:40

The fastest man from coast to coast shares stories about his travels, as well as a riveting tale about lobster rolls.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)