Oil and Whiskey with Roadster Shop

For the first episode of the new season, we opened up the phones and let listeners and viewers call in to ask questions, talk shop, and be part of the show. And for the first time, Elia, who’s been behind the scenes producing and shaping the Oil & Whiskey Podcast and Roadstershop media for years, steps in to moderate some super fan call-ins. It’s a mix of listener questions, industry talk, and a look at the show from the inside, past, present, and where things are headed next.Huge thanks to everyone who called in and continues to support the show. Season 5 is officially underway!

And the winners are…In this episode, we’re picking the winners of our first Oil & Whiskey giveaway. Huge thank you to everyone who entered, grabbed merch, and supported the show. We seriously appreciate it more than you know.This one’s just about closing the loop, showing some love back, and saying thanks. More giveaways and fun stuff coming soon.Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts.

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Brycen Smith for an honest conversation about shop life, learning through experience, and finding your footing in the automotive industry.Brycen talks about his path so far, the realities of working in and around builds, and what it’s like navigating an industry where growth comes from showing up, paying attention, and putting in the time. Rather than big highlight moments, this episode focuses on the day-to-day lessons, mindset shifts, and practical experiences that shape people early in their careers.Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts.

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Levi Green of HammerFab, fresh off a major SEMA debut and a whirlwind year for his shop.Levi walks through his path into fabrication, early experiences learning the craft, and what it’s like building a reputation in an industry where quality and trust matter more than hype. From working through challenging projects to knowing when to say yes or no to a build, this conversation gets into the realities of shop life, craftsmanship, and growth.We talk about:Levi’s early days learning fabrication and metal shapingBuilding HammerFab and earning trust in the industryThe pressure and payoff of showing a car at SEMAPicking the right projects and spotting red flags earlyFixing work from other shops and setting standardsWhy solid foundations and proven components matterA real, honest conversation with a builder who’s focused on doing things the right way even when it’s the hard way.

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Chris Jacobs. One of the most familiar faces in automotive television and car culture. The first and only guest to appear on the show for the third time! Chris shares stories from throughout his career, his time around some of the industry’s most memorable builds and personalities, and why he continues to stay so connected to the car world after all these years.Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts.