The West Of Tulsa Show

Join us in this special #StateoftheShow episode of @WestOfTulsa Podcast, where we reflect on our journey so far, share exciting updates, and give a sneak peek into what's coming next. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes stories, favorite moments, and our vision for the future. Get ready to be inspired and entertained as we celebrate the state of our show! This week on the West of Tulsa Show, we feature ourselves! We don't have a guest and we are testing out our new studio. It's just C.J., Gabe and Dan talking about all kinds of stuff for almost an hour. Dan breaks down the improvements we made to the studio including new Black Magic cameras and a switcher. We consider this show, our "State of the Show Address" after 3 months on the air. We talk about the controversial show that we taped but never aired because some people thought we crossed the line and were too inappropriate. We can't get specific, but we come very close to giving it away. We also discuss some of the most commented on Instagram posts on our West of Tulsa IG page. One topic deals with the difficulty in finding shops that will do restoration work on classic cars and why many shops are just accepting insurance work. Gabe talks about how Helm attended a Hagerty - Mercedes Benz meet in Van Nuys and people there recognized him from the West of Tulsa Show. Wait, does that mean some people actually watch us? We also discuss how Helm is getting so comfortable in front of the camera that he may take over the Tonight Show. We also gave too much trivia about the Tonight Show from Johnny Carson to Jimmy Fallon to Jack Paar. Other topics we discuss include, Speed dating for car people, navigation apps and whether they are good or bad from WAZE, Google maps, Tesla, Apple and even KABC LA's traffic map. We talked about off-roading G-Wagons, why new pickup trucks are so expensive, Corvairs and Ralph Nader, Pintos, the Mitsubishi Delica, Ferrari FF, the 1963 Corvette and C.J.'s Uncle Eddie who watches every show from Vero Beach, Florida. Finally, Gabe makes an impassioned plea for people to contact us on our Tipline page and tell their stories. You don't have to be famous or have a million-dollar car to have a car story. We want to hear from you! And please, follow, like and subscribe. We'll see you West of Tulsa. Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WestOfTulsa Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westoftulsa/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westoftulsa Check out our website: www.westoftulsa.com

Join us as we take a deep dive into the world of unique #cars with George Mayer, the owner of Spot 44. From #vintage #classics to rare finds, George shares his passion and knowledge for these extraordinary vehicles. Get ready to be amazed by the stories behind each car and the innovative features that make them stand out in the automotive industry. We have two 'firsts' on this week's West of Tulsa Show. We welcome our first #Brazilian guest, George Mayer, owner of Spot 44 in Thousand Oaks. And we welcome back our first repeat guest, Craig Lichtenstein. George Mayer talks about how his father inspired him to work on and own collector cars. His father lives in Brazil and worked for #DKW for many years until it was purchased by Volkswagen. Craig drove his 2003 Jaguar XKR to the West of Tulsa Studio. He talks about how it took 3 years to recondition the car because it's so complicated and it has a black box! George also talks about his VW #SP2 which his dad helped ship to the U.S. He also gives more information about his award-winning rat rod and what is a rat rod. His car has a Cummins Diesel motor, a calf hoof gear shifter and 6-inch pizza trays for wheel covers. George also has military vehicles, one that's about as big as a house. What do his neighbors think of these monster vehicles? You'll be surprised. George and Craig also explain how they met. It had a lot to do with 3-wheel Morgans, breastfeeding and a very angry new mom. George also has an original Mini and an impressive motorcycle collection that includes a BMW R69 that was given to him by a friend who cared more about their friendship and appreciation for great rides than money. And how George stumbled up on James Cameron's VRod motorcycle. Yes, the same James Cameron who directed the movies Titanic, Avatar and Terminator. Finally, he's trying to unload an old Studebaker. It can be yours. We hope you enjoy this episode of West of Tulsa and please follow, like and subscribe. We also have our Tipline at westoftulsa.com. We would love to feature your story. Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WestOfTulsa Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westoftulsa/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westoftulsa Check out our website: www.westoftulsa.com

Join us for a fascinating conversation about #carcollecting and #metalsculpting with collector Dana Newquist and metal sculptor Bruce Terry. Learn about the unique artistry and #craftsmanship behind their work, and gain insight into the world of car collecting and metal sculpting. Don't miss this insightful discussion on the creative process and passion for automotive and metal art. This week on the West of Tulsa Show we welcome two guys who you may know already from our social media. Dana Newquist has one of the most diverse collections around. I can’t say classic car collections because Dana has everything from a vintage fire truck to a Chitty Chitty Bang Bang car and a 1948 Republic CB airplane that he’s converting into a roadworthy creation that he affectionately calls Platypus. Dana also explains how he came up with the name and if that name will stick by the time the project is done. One of the creative minds behind Platypus is Bruce Terry. Bruce is a master metal fabricator who has taken his talents to new heights. He’s really a sculptor. West of Tulsa visited Bruce’s shop to see where he turns crazy ideas and dreams into reality. He gave us a tour and showed us the progress they’re making on Platypus. The 1948 airplane fuselage is being reimagined piece by piece incorporating Art Deco design into an automobile. It’s powered by a 1948 Mercury flathead V8 which Dana says was a suggestion made by Chip Foose. Dana and Bruce tell the story about how they teamed up to build Platypus. The two men did not know each other before Dana reached out and roped Bruce into not retiring and doing this project. They talk in detail about how Platypus has evolved through the creative process, what works now and ideas that never got off the ground. We ask Dana about the vehicles in his collection and Bruce talks about his decades of experience working on concourse vehicles featured at Pebble Beach Car Week, everything from Mercedes Benz 300 SL's to rare Porsches. Both men also talk about where their love of classic cars came from and its connection to their childhood. The entire West of Tulsa team also discussed the possibility of Dana being stopped by the police in Platypus. Would he get pulled over just because the officer wants to know what it is? Or because the police might question if it’s legal? Bruce also talks about his homemade English Wheel he uses to hand form the metal pieces. He shows us the components, why he felt the need to build it and how that one 1100 pound piece of machinery is his legacy. Dana and Bruce also discuss a new project that involves an electric vehicle that’s more than 100 years old and is powered by several thousand pounds of batteries. Dana also talks about one of his favorite cars that used to be an MGM Studio lot car and one of Clark Gable’s favorite ways to drive around Hollywood during the Golden Age of Film. We hope you enjoy this episode of West of Tulsa. Please follow, like and subscribe. We really appreciate your support. Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WestOfTulsa Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westoftulsa/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westoftulsa Check out our website: www.westoftulsa.com

This week on @WestOfTulsa ... Truck Rodeo, the ultimate marketplace for classic pickup trucks! Join us as we explore the best vintage and custom trucks, meet the passionate people behind them, and experience the excitement of this one-of-a-kind auction site. From rare collectibles to fully restored classics, Truck Rodeo has something for every classic truck enthusiast. Don't miss out on the action-packed event of the year! One of our guests this week on West of Tulsa flew from Orlando, Florida to Ventura to join us in studio. We are humbled and honored! Kyle Wortham with Truck Rodeo had two flights cancelled and he didn't sleep but he made it to West of Tulsa to talk about his new business venture. Truck Rodeo is the first branded marketplace for classic pickup trucks. Wortham describes Truck Rodeo as Bring a Trailer but with a cowboy accent. He teamed up a year ago with Joe Kennelty who is a super talented photographer, videographer, artist and he's pretty good at reassembling old Honda motorcycles too. Wortham and Kennelty talk about how they met and how they are getting really creative to promote Truck Rodeo. Wortham is from the Midwest and has a background in marketing which includes stints with Pabst Brewing, Schlitz, Lone Star, Blue Moon, Primo Beer and White Claw. So, he's into beer and trucks. A perfect country connection! Wortham reveals where the name Truck Rodeo came from and its connection to Burt Reynolds and the movie Smokey and the Bandit. Kennelty talks about some of the craziest photo shoots they've worked on together to promote Truck Rodeo. And how to shoot a C10 pickup just like you would a $10,000,000 Ferrari. The West of Tulsa team peppered Wortham about the Yellowstone effect, Country music and auction fatigue when talking about the resurgence of old trucks. And how it's gaining in popularity among women who love to drive these old pickups. Finally, Wortham talks about one of his prized possessions, a pair of cowboy boots he wore to the interview that are autographed by country music legend Willie Nelson. Sit back, crack open a beer and enjoy this next episode of West of Tulsa. Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WestOfTulsa Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westoftulsa/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westoftulsa Check out our website: www.westoftulsa.com

Join us for an inspiring interview with the trailblazing Christina Jimenez as she shares her journey in empowering women in the car scene. From breaking stereotypes to creating a supportive community, Christine's insights and experiences will leave you feeling motivated and empowered to make your mark in the automotive world. Don't miss out on this powerful conversation! She's known on social media as @Lanedrifters and she's the founder of MsMotorhead. She's also the Vice President of the 805 Subaru Car Club, a cancer survivor and an inspiration to women wanting to get on the race track and throw their car around. Some of the younger ladies even call her car mama. She talks with the team about her handle, how she came up with the name and how it's connected to JDM. Christina talks about learning to drift in her Subaru Legacy wagon, how it's hell on tires and the differences between drifting and grip racing. One good way to describe it is car ballet and what it takes to setup a car the right way for judging and how much fun it is to 4 car drift. Christina talks about one of her favorite things to do right now is canyon running or canyon carving. She hit the track recently at Apple Valley Speedway and Willow Springs. She also talks about her merchandise and her most popular designs for hats and bumper stickers. Some are pretty crude which she admits. She explains how some of the ladies who buy her stickers are too shy to put them on the outside of the car. Can you guess where they put them? The team also talks about getting their old favorite cars back years after regrettably selling them, the unfortunate trend of race tracks closing, illegal street takeovers, drag racer Shirley Muldowney and her nickname. We were all stumped except for Dan who it turns out is a closet drag race lover and historian. Christina also explains why she tries not to date guys in the car industry. Finally, Christina talks at length about her passion getting girls and ladies on the race track. She loves giving them advice and confidence to get out there and not be intimidated by the guys because once your on the track none of that matters. Enjoy the show and thank you for supporting West of Tulsa. Follow @MsMotorheadPodcast on YouTube And check out www.msmotorhead.com to learn more! Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WestOfTulsa Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westoftulsa/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westoftulsa Check out our website: www.westoftulsa.com

Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WestOfTulsa Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westoftulsa/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westoftulsa Check out our website: www.westoftulsa.com There are few professions that require the driving skills of a demolition derby driver, the nerves of a paramedic and the troubleshooting skills of MacGuyver. News videographers can easily spend more hours during their day driving, than covering news. So, what they drive is extremely important. A news or ENG vehicle isn't just transportation, it's also their office and depending on what circumstances they end up in, that vehicle could be their best friend. The West of Tulsa team thought it would be interesting to invite three veteran news videographers to Studio 3 to talk about their profession and what they drive. As you'll find out, we were right, it was very interesting. We discuss why many videographers in Southern California call Herb Tuyay, Yoda. He's trained many of the top news videographers in SoCal, especially in the Los Angeles TV area. Sean Browning talks about why some news vehicles are unmarked and the evolution of news live trucks and satellite trucks. The trio give their best examples of 'cat in a tree' type stories. They provide details about the stresses of the job and how they decompress at the end of the day. Mike Tauber for example, jumps in his beautiful 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV and just drives. The guys talk us through old photos of them and their assigned news vehicles over the years. Everything from the Izuzu Trooper, Nissan Pathfinder, Dodge Ram Charger, K10 Chevy Blazer, Mitsubishi Montero, Pontiac Vibe, Triton V10 Ford Econoline van and Mercedes Metris. They also tell us which one is the best workhorse of all the news vehicles they've used over the years. It's unanimous by the way! They also take us behind the scenes. They offer up great stories about two videographers who were fired for drag racing their live vans, one story about driving back from a spot in downtown LA after someone had wiped feces all over the windows of their news vehicle, another story about coming face to face with a suspect in the middle of a high speed police pursuit, surviving a roll over accident in a news live truck and why many news vehicles always smell like In 'n Out Burger. We have a little bit of everything in this episode. Some stories will make you hungry and others may cause you to toss your cookies. Sit back and enjoy and thank you for supporting West of Tulsa.

Visit www.Rally4kids.org This week’s guests on the West of Tulsa Show are Monte Wilson, Co-Founder of the Rally4Kids event and Scott Rouleau, a rally volunteer. The Rally 4 Kids is an annual fundraiser for the United Boys and Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County. It features 60 beautiful and exotic classic cars driving about 150 miles in the back roads of Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. The event includes a drivers party the night before the rally where the drivers and their navigators learn about the rules and enjoy great food. Everyone wakes up early the next morning and gathers at the rally starting line. This is where the teams find out for the first time the route they’ll be driving and which challenges they will have to complete at each predetermined checkpoint along the route. The event wraps up with a gala and dinner party where all of the drivers and navigators park the vehicle they drove in the rally on the lawn. The teams are encouraged to keep the bugs and dirt from the drive on the car. Wilson and Rouleau talk about the challenges of putting on the event, especially during the Covid years, and how the rally has been a lifeline for the kids at the different clubs throughout Santa Barbara County. The West of Tulsa team digs deeper into the event by discussing topics such as, range anxiety, getting lost, how to deal with the cops if you are stopped during the rally, pestering Monte for clues to find out more about this year’s secret route, what is the navigator really responsible for during the drive, tricks to winning the challenges, Dodgeball, which cars are at highest risk of not finishing the rally and why and finally, all the things that can go wrong. It’s a lot but we cover all of it. Wilson also talks in more detail about an accident involving Michael Hammer and one of his favorite cars during a rally a few years ago. Hammer drove his grandfather’s Rolls Royce one year and Wilson explains how the windshield was scratched from the inside and the story behind it. He also tells a heartbreaking story about a mom and her son spotted sitting in a car outside one of the Boys and Girls Clubs. Wilson and Rouleau reveal more about this year’s 9th Annual Rally 4 Kids held on April 12th and 13th. They say it will be full of surprises including a new format and a new driving route that even stunned Wilson. We talk about Jeff Clark who designed this year’s beautiful rally poster and why the “creepy” walking plants will not be invited back this year! All of the money raised benefits the Boys and Girls Clubs in Lompoc, Solvang, Buellton, Goleta, Santa Barbara, Carpinteria and Camp Whittier. Even if you can’t drive in the rally, you can support the cause. If you see us during the rally in April, please wave and honk. Enjoy the show.

The West of Tulsa Team discussed the burning question of the day posed by Beth, who asks, "Why is it that some men become so obsessed with cars and trucks?" The silence at first shows we have no clue. But the guys regain their equilibrium and try their best to come up with an answer. Is it nostalgia or something that's passed down from our dad or grandfather? See if you have your own answer to today's discussion.

Our guest this week on the West of Tulsa Show is Kevin Haeberle, founder of the Community Hot Rod Project (CHRP), a 501c3 non-profit based in Santa Barbara, California. CHRP’s mission is to teach youth and the young at heart vocational trades related to the automobile industry and beyond. Haeberle says the idea for CHRP started three years ago in his living room with 5 friends. It’s grown to more than 120 members and volunteers with the mission to team up youth with trade professionals and pass along their knowledge to the next generation. He got emotional as he talked about how far the CHRP team has come in such a short time. He gets fired up when describing how the kids get to learn about everything from rebuilding an engine to body work and fabrication. It keeps them off the streets and out of trouble. Hopefully, most of them discover they have a talent that could someday turn into a career. Haeberle talks about the loss of Auto Shop classes at many high schools around the country. He and his team are trying to fill the void and teach the youth about more than just automobiles. Their expertise includes design techniques, computer assisted creativity and aerospace. CHRP is actively looking for a new home and is trying to set up shop at an old armory or an old airport hanger that has deep roots in racing history. Haeberle pitched his idea to the Santa Barbara School Board and Airport officials hoping to land one of their locations. The airport hanger location would be perfect because the hanger still shows evidence of Santa Barbara’s historic races at the airport where actor James Dean raced his Porsche 356 in the 1950’s. Haeberle talks about the connection to that history. He also talks about the importance of having mentors, his nightmare story about working on Carroll Shelby’s Super Snake Cobra, the pressure of preparing cars for the big SEMA Show, the challenges of putting on a big car show, prototyping, the future of EV’s and his surprise relationship with the late Boyd Coddington. Haeberle and his team have pulled off impressive car shows under intense deadlines. He started the Santa Barbara Auto Expo which featured more than 400 vehicles a few years ago. They had to change the venue at the last second and many of his team got sick with Covid at the last second. But, they didn’t panic and pulled off a great show. He and his team are now working on a multi-day car event for this summer in the Santa Barbara area. Bottom line, CHRP is hoping to inspire everyone, especially the kids, to get off their phones, use their hands and get dirty doing something. Working on classic cars and customizing is a great way to do that and have fun at the same time. We’ll stay in touch with Haeberle and give you updates along the way on his search for a new CHRP garage and how you can help with their mission. The entire West of Tulsa Team hopes you enjoy the show! https://thecommunityhotrodproject.com/ @thecommunityhotrodprojecti9340

The West of Tulsa Team celebrates all things, wagon, this week. It doesn’t matter what era you grew up in, chances are you have at least one memory of a station wagon. They fall into a bunch of categories from family nostalgia to utilitarian to hot rod. Their popularity and value in the collector car world have surged in recent years. On this week’s show we dive deep into the meaning of ‘station wagon.’ Where did the name come from? We have a general idea about the history of the name, but as you will see and hear, we don’t know everything and we are hoping our more knowledgeable followers will fill in the blanks of history for us. We also discuss the different names that circulate in ‘wagon world’, everything from longroof to station hacks. Helm gives us a quick breakdown of the vernacular and what the heck they mean. We also put out a call on our socials asking folks to send us photos of their favorite station wagons and a little history about it. We were blown away by the response and we thank everyone who took the time to send us their submissions. During the show we will go through each one and talk about it. The submissions include a rare 1973 Chevelle SS wagon, Dodge Monaco wagon also known as ‘Bessie’, 1972 Ford Country Squire wagon with the faux wood siding, Mercury Bobcat wagon, Nova wagons, 1968 Chevrolet Bel Air wagon, 1988 Nissan Pulsar NX wagon Sportback also referred by some as the ‘Smurf Hearse’, 1954 Buick Century wagon, 2001 Audi RS4 wagon, 2003 BMW 325xi wagon, 2004 Subaru WRX, Datsun 520 wagon, and a bunch of Mercedes Benz wagons from the 80’s and 90’s. One wagon toured Europe, another was imported from Japan, one was purchased new by the former mayor of Ferndale, California and finally Grandma’s Dragon or Draggin’ Wagon that remains a dream for one of our hosts. You’ll have to watch to find out who it is. Finally, we want all of you to vote for your favorite wagon using our socials. Everyone gets a vote, including each member of the West of Tulsa Team. We’ll tally everything up and pick a winner who will be announced on an upcoming show. The winner will get a West of Tulsa Tee. These t-shirts are very comfortable, they look great and they are really rare and desirable. At least we think so!

The West of Tulsa Team welcomes Craig Lichtenstein to Studio 3 this week. He’s a classic car aficionado whose collection includes four Jaguars, four Porsches, two Aston Martins, two Morgan 3-Wheelers and a 1987 Toyota Celica similar to the car he drove in high school. The best part about Lichtenstein’s collection is, he drives everyone of them. In this episode, Lichtenstein reveals the most challenging car to drive in his collection is Porsche #331. He explains how he ended up with the car and what makes this Porsche special, from the 901 stamps all over the car to the curious color it’s wrapped in. Oh, and throw in the fact that it’s only the 331st 911 Porsche ever built. Lichtenstein honors the car by driving it to local Cars & Coffee gatherings and other events. 331 always attracts a crowd and especially from knowledgeable Porschephiles who know how special it is. The West of Tulsa Team also peppered Lichtenstein with questions about his collection including, how many vehicles does a person have to own before they can call it a ‘collection’, which car does he enjoy driving the most? We also discuss which car Lichtenstein does not own that he would like to add to his collection and what is more fun, the search or the find? He also gives a detailed description about the personality traits between Jaguar owners, Porsche owners, Aston Martin owners, Toyota Celica owners and which car gets the most smiles from people. The Team also discusses the differences between Italian, German and Japanese leathers, which ones have the best feel, how each one has a different smell and why? Why don’t Jaguars get more love and will auto manufacturers start building more manual transmissions? Finally, the one thing Lichenstein wants to investigate more than anything else, is who is the beautiful woman in one of the old 331 photos? She’s standing next to the car just before it’s loaded on the Queen Elizabeth 2 headed for the U-S. https://westoftulsa.com/blogs/news/porsche-331-the-hot-tub-the-deal-and-the-mystery-woman

Joining the West of Tulsa Team this week is Steve Faist, Ventura County, CA Hot Rodder and classic car collector. He talks about earning your way as a young hot rod enthusiast, his grandfather's extensive collection and the internal struggle between being a hot rod guy and a collector. Beth dares broach the sensitive topic of having a steering wheel fetish and the team talks about Porn vs Car Porn. Steve also talks in detail about first right of refusal for car guys, customizing vs keeping a vehicle original, finding and buying his father's old race car - a red '66 SS 396 - and his infamous 'One of None' 300 Hemi Hurst Convertible. Is it a real Hemi Hurst or just a glorified clone and what is it worth?

Our first episode! We hope you enjoy it! What is the NEW West of Tulsa Show? Meet the team and the woman who helped create the museum that never was. The @WestOfTulsa Team talks about how they came up with the name, what it means and the man who made it all happen. He was a car guy, WWII bomber pilot and engineer who lived to be 104 years old. His 97-year-old widow joins us in Studio 3 to explain how they built a museum about the 20th Century to share with the world. West of Tulsa is all about great stories and preserving those stories.

In our brand new 2024 trailer, meet the team behind West of Tulsa, a weekly show and podcast that dives deep into the chronicles of man and machine. Hosted by Emmy Award winning journalist and car fanatic CJ Ward, each episode uncovers compelling and often never before heard tales behind some of the world’s most desirable and unique vintage, collectible and modern cars with scintillating conversation with those who preserve, create, own and drive them. Recorded at the the Museum of the 20th Century in Ventura, California, West of Tulsa is an homage to heritage, authenticity and craftsmanship, with exciting stories, mysteries, investigations and conclusions, told through animated conversations that cover the entire car spectrum. Gabriel Schroer: That works

CJ and the crew, discuss a story they're chasing about a 1929 Stutz that could be connected to Charles Lindbergh and Beth discusses fine art and Pee Wee Herman???

Helm give his perspective on the LEGACY of owning a car and being apart of the linage of that car's history. He also delves into a little history of his Mercedes Benz W123 Station Wagon.

Beth Farnsworth tells the guys how she learned how to drive a manual transmission at 7 years old.

Our host, CJ Ward, briefly shows a small snippet of Richard Keller's collection of phones throughout the decades. Just a small sampling of the West Of Tulsa Museum that never saw the light of day to the public. We hope that we can preserve Richard's dream...at least one video at a time.

CJ Ward shares one of the rooms at the West OF Tulsa museum. Richard Keller's diecast car collection is just one small part of the entire museum and we're excited to share it to the world for the first time. Stay tuned as we talk about the history of the museum and the new show we've created here inside the museum itself.

15 views Dec 25, 2023 VENTURA Our host, emmy-award winner, CJ Ward gives us a sneak peek into what we're getting into for 2024. Chronicles of Motor & Machine...we're looking forward to sharing these stories and the people behind them. Our weekly show will have guests from all over the world to discuss all things motor, machine and just cool sh*t. Join us on all our socials @WestOfTulsa and our upcoming website www.westoftulsa.com