West Of Tulsa Show

Hoonigan Hustle: Gary King's Story from Jets to Drifting

This week on the  @WestOfTulsa  Podcast, we sit down with the one and only  @Kinganytime  — a high-octane personality from the world of #Hoonigan , known for his wild energy, unforgettable commentary, and deep roots in motorsports.
🔥 From working on fighter jets to becoming one of the most entertaining faces in automotive media, Gary shares the incredible journey that led him into the world of drifting, burnouts, and now his latest creative venture: #BustaGrimes We dive into: 🚀 How he went from F35s to the fast lane 🏁 What fuels his passion for cars and culture 🎭 The story behind his new company, Busta Grimes 🤘 Life behind the scenes at Hoonigan 💡 What keeps him inspired and evolving
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Baldwin Hills Baby - 2:50
Who's this guy? - 8:55
Where did it start? - 10:45
Living his childhood fantasy - 16:03
Ken Block - 18:56
Hottest Drifter - 27:42
Junior - 37:29
R34 No RB?? - 46:10
Mr. Kouki Bear - 1:04:43
Busta Grimes - 1:05:53
Best Black Drifter - 1:25:38
Bloopers - 1:29:45
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Whether you're a die-hard gearhead, a Hoonigan fan, or just love stories of people chasing what they love, this one’s for you. 📺 Hit play, buckle up, and get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe get a little rowdy with Gary King Jr.
👇 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your favorite part of the episode!
#WestOfTulsa #GaryKingJr #Hoonigan #BustaGrimes #Podcast #Motorsports #Drifting #CarCulture #Burnouts #Hoonigans #BehindTheBuild

CJ Explores Pet Peeves, USS Yorktown and The REAL Ron Burgundy

On this week's  @WestOfTulsa  Show we talk about everything from our driving #petpeeves to the USS #USSYorktown discovery to exploring the story behind the real #Anchorman , #ronburgundy . Check out our pet peeves and let us know what really pisses you off when you drive. We talk about what researchers just discovered in the sunken hull of the USS Yorktown, an aircraft carrier torpedoed by the Japanese during the #battleofmidway in 1942. And we talk about the movie Anchorman and C.J. gives us his insight into who the movie character is based on and some of his own behind-the-scenes TV experiences. Enjoy and please follow, like and subscribe! #worldwar2 #yorktown #ronburgundy #petpeeves #westoftulsashow
0:00 - Pre-opening opening
0:35 - The real intro
1:20 - C.J.'s driving pet peeve
5:15 - Gabe's pet peeve
6:40 - Christina's pet peeves, yes she has more than one!
11:15 - Dan's pet peeve
16:00 - Christina's search for car culture
21:25 - USS Yorktown, guess what researchers discovered inside the sunken hull
26:40 - Reaction to Gabe hosting the show for the first time
30:30 - Who's the real Anchorman movie character based upon?
35:00 - C.J.'s TV stories and makeup choices
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Did We Just Launch a Podcast Disaster? Gabe's First Episode!

Join us as we dive into Gabe's (  @Hollerdumped  ) first time hosting a podcast on the  @WestOfTulsa  Show. From discussing #jaylenolaw to #tariffs to #Tesla vandalism, this episode is a rollercoaster of entertainment!
 
0:16 - Intro
2:00 - Talkin Bout CJ
8:09 - The Truth About Willow Springs
13:45 - Vandalism of Cars
23:04 - Trump's Tariffs
31:21 - Jay Leno Law SB712
43:44 - Christina Comes Out Of The Closet
48:50 - Cars Speed Dating Update
51:54 - Blooper Reel
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Build Your Own Dajiban: Tips for Aspiring Van Enthusiasts

The Infamous and Secret Lives of Bob Muravez

The Healing Ride: How Sam Slodowitz Balances Stunts and Alternative Medicine

This week on the  @WestOfTulsa  Show, horses versus horsepower: Super badass Sam and her stunts. We meet motorcycle stuntwoman Sam Slodowitz. She talks about being an adrenaline junkie and working in holistic medicine. Sam also explains what it's like to be in a male dominated world. And thank you for supporting our mission to preserve these stories.
0:00 - Introduction of Sam Slodowitz
0:40 - CJ screws up Sam's last name
1:35 - How Christina met super badass Sam
3:45 - How does some get into stunt riding?
7:00 - Sam's goal to do stunts in the movies
10:00 - Sam's bike modifications and her worst falls
17:50.- What protective gear does she wear?
21:00 - Sam in a male dominated world
28:00 - Even as a little girl, Sam dreamed about riding motorcycles
33:00 - Tricks of the stunt trade and what can go wrong!
39:20 - Dotting your T's, visualizing what can go right
42:45 - Music on and I'm ready to go. Taylor Swift ??
48:40 - Sam describes her holistic healthcare career
52:30 - Updating the genetic markers from generation to generation
58:00 - Christina talks about her upcoming International Women's Day event
1:02:50 - Supporting the Jessi Combs Foundation
1:06:45 - Taylor Swift & Keanu Reeves generosity
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West of Tulsa: The Epic Return in Season 2!

Get the scoop on what's new with the second season of  @WestOfTulsa  in 2025! Tune in to find out the latest updates and exciting developments in Tulsa.
0:00 - Introduction
1:20 - Beginning of Season 2 with Christina!
3:10 - Recap of SevenStock
6:00 - Dan's big blunder
9:00 - Where's the next SevenStock?
13:20 - New President and new laws for 2025
18:10 - Laguna Fire near Dan's house
21:20 - Christina's events for International Women's Day
24:40 - Changes are coming to the West of Tulsa Garage
29:50 - What does a Dorito Chip represent in the car world?
32:20 - Engine swap on an old Woodie
40:00 - C.J. dreams of his next road trip in the Honda minivan
43:00 - Gen Z doesn't want to own a car. Why not?
51:50 - Crazy ending with Gabe the crotchety old man
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Setting The Record Straight: The Inch Pincher Story

You want to hear the truth finally, about the Inch Pincher? The legendary race VW from the 1960's and 70's vanished years ago without a trace. But our guests today on the West of Tulsa Show, Dean Kirsten with Hot VW Magazine and Peter Happen, may have the answers you've been searching for. Thank you for your support and please like, follow and subscribe.
:56 - Introduction to Dean Kirsten with Hot VW Magazine
2:00 - Peter Happen explains how he started this controversy
3:10 - How Peter met Blasé McFadden, the guy who claimed for years he had the Inch Pincher
5:30 - Why do people get so upset when talking about the Inch Pincher?
10:00 - Back history of the Inch Pincher
13:20 - Nassau Grand Prix and Dan Gurney connection
15:00 - The mind of Blasé McFadden and his secret shop
24:40 - Evidence, what evidence?
32:10 - Dean Kirsten's take on all of this
40:00 - The Inch Pincher Too and the Mexico City connection
45:50 - Here the story ends and becomes rumor
46:30 - Dean tells the story of the original fiberglass door
51:15 - Where did the name Inch Pincher come from?
55:45 - 88mm pistons versus 92mm pistons
1:02:00 - Dean admits several things are very curious
1:12:00 - Dean Lowry special VW
1:16:00 - Were there TWO identical Inch Pincher Ones?
1:18:20 - Darrell Vittone told Dean that VW of Germany wanted to buy the Inch Pincher

What's Killing California's Racing Scene RIGHT NOW?

Why are so many California racetracks closing down? The latest victim is #Irwindalespeedway . It's closing down at the end of 2024 joining a long list of tracks to vanish over the years. Our guest, Jeffrey Wilerth with the Z Club of America and the All Japan Showdown, gives us a history lesson. He used to live at Lime Rock Park and has years of racing experience. We run through a list of now-defunct tracks and the reasons for each closure. There are alternatives to Irwindale but as you'll hear, you may not like them. Thank you for supporting us and please like, follow and subscribe. =================================================================================
0:00 - Introduction
0:55 - Welcome Jeffrey Wilerth, Z Club of America and the All Japan Showdown
1:45 - Why are so many California racetracks closing down?
5:10 - How mineral rights play a role
6:50 - Irwindale closing, when and why
11:50 - Gabe's conspiracy theory
14:20 - Go all electric?
16:50 - Here's some racetrack history in Southern California
18:00 - LA Motordrome 20:00 - Carrell Speedway
21:35 - Paramount Ranch Raceway
24:00 - Saugus Speedway
27:20 - LACR - Los Angeles County Raceway
31:40 - Riverside Raceway
34:50 - Lions Drag Strip and Micky Thompson
40:05 - Ascot Park Speedway and Thursday Night Thunder
43:45 - AutoClub Speedway Fontana and weird hotdogs
51:20 - Ontario Motor Speedway, The Big O and Chevron
53:45 - More about Irwindale closing
55:40 - Carlsbad Raceway
56:40 - Willow Springs and its future plans =============================================================================== Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WestOfTulsa
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Honoring Passionate Car Lovers: Our Heartfelt Stories

Would you like to honor someone who loved cars, but has passed? It could be a family member, a close friend or maybe someone you never met, but just respected they touch your life by passing on that passion to you. That’s the focus of today’s West of Tulsa Show. Everyone in house has someone they want to talk about and some of these folks you’ve heard about before. We won't be depressing, we want this show to be uplifting. So, If you have someone special, we would love to hear your story… and coming up we’ll explain how you can send us photos and videos that we can share with everyone on an upcoming show. ==============================================================
0:00 - Who would you like to honor? Let us know who it is.
0:45 - Tribute to Richard Keller, Founder of West of Tulsa and WWII bomber pilot
3:15 - Some dude buried with his car
4:20 - Christina honors Jessi Combs and the Jessi Combs Foundation
9:50 - Honoring Ken Block from Hoonigans
11:25 - Honoring Actor Paul Walker and Helm's connection to Walker's death
15:20 - Honoring Nicole Ryan from Good Vibes
17:20 - Dan's take on those "In memory of..." memorials placed on cars
22:55 - The Peralta Family from Oxnard and their memorial Honda story
25:30 - Our thoughts about roadside memorials
27:10 - James Dean Memorial in San Luis Obispo County and the fascination of death
31:30 - The long lost FC RX7 once owned by LC
36:10 - Frank from American Pickers
40:35 - C.J.'s Uncle Eddie in Vero Beach, Florida and his 1963 Corvette
42:10 - What is a motorsports metal artist? @coldhardart
43:50 - C.J.'s tribute to his dad and his dad's 1952 MG TD ===========================================================
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