Scott Spencer (@scottsrides) | Building Cars & Community
This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Scott Spencer, the creator behind @scottsrides. A page built on clean cars, honest storytelling, and a genuine love for the community around them.Scott talks about how he got into cars, what inspired him to start sharing his builds online, and how @scottsrides grew into a place where people connect over creativity, project struggles, and the joy of keeping old cars alive. From early influences to the builds he’s most proud of, Scott breaks down what it means to be part of today’s car culture online and in real life.Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts.
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Karl Schulman & Logan Como of Garret’s Rod Shop
This week on Oil & Whiskey, we sit down with Karl Schulman and Logan Como of Garret’s Rod Shop, one of the most respected names in modern hot rod and custom car building.Garret’s blends old-school craftsmanship with modern design, and Karl & Logan share how the shop approaches creativity, problem-solving, and building cars with real personality. From metalwork to workflow to the culture inside the shop, this episode goes deep into their process and what keeps them pushing the craft forward.We dig into:The story behind Garret’s Rod Shop and how the team worksCrafting modern hot rods while respecting traditional rootsHow they approach design, fabrication, and problem-solvingShop culture, mentorship, and keeping the next generation involvedHow hot rodding is still evolving and where it’s headed nextGrab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts.
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Jesus Lopez (Gabe’s Custom Interiors) | From Boyd Coddington to Full Hot Rod Builds
This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Jesus Lopez of Gabe’s Custom Interiors — a name every hot rod fan knows.Founded by his father Gabe Lopez, the shop set the standard for custom interiors, earning its place in hot rodding history through legendary collaborations with Boyd Coddington and appearances on American Hot Rod.Jesus shares what it was like growing up in that world, learning from his father, and now leading the next generation of Gabe’s.
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Chris Barrett | Barrett Firearms
This week on Oil & Whiskey, we sit down with Chris Barrett, President of Barrett Firearms . The company behind some of the most recognized precision rifles in the world.Chris shares the story of how Barrett became an American icon, what it takes to engineer world-class firearms, and how the same mindset that drives innovation in the gun industry mirrors the craftsmanship found in hot rodding and performance culture.Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts.
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Damon Lee & Steven Bunker of Goodguys Rod & Custom
This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Steven Bunker and Damon Lee og Goodguys Rod & Custom. Two names deeply connected to the world of automotive media and marketing.With decades of experience across magazines, events, and industry storytelling, Steven and Damon break down how car culture has evolved, what’s changed in the media landscape, and how brands and builders are connecting with enthusiasts today.
The Roadster Shop builds the best chassis in the world and creates some of the most badass muscle cars in the game. Oil Whiskey, the crew behind the creations brings listeners into the shop for discussions on the kind of content gearheads want: insights about the latest tech, updates about their custom builds, events, industry news, tips and a ton more.
Along with insights from the hosts, Jeremy Gerber, Phil Gerber, and Josh Henning, listeners also get to hear the guys answer their questions, break down some of their favorite models and get to know the crew responsible for the shop’s award-winning collection of muscle cars.