Windblown Mic

What does it take to build a classic Porsche 356 Speedster replica from the ground up? In Episode 37 of Windblown Mic, host Michael Zurich welcomes Jaime Lliteras of EuroFineCars, located in Tijuana, Mexico, just minutes from the San Diego border. Jaime shares how his team handcrafts beautiful 356 Speedster replicas using Volkswagen-based chassis, custom fiberglass bodies, handcrafted interiors, a...

In this special episode of Windblown Mic, Michael and Stacy Zurich sit down to talk about what makes the Porsche Club of America San Diego Region so much more than just a car club. From their shared passion for Porsches to the friendships, experiences, and volunteer opportunities that have become such an important part of their lives, Michael and Stacy share their personal perspectives on what mak...

Meet Brittany Sandoval — teacher by day, race car driver on weekends, and co-host of Racer Radio with Dave Stall! In this episode of Windblown Mic, we sit down with Brittany to explore her journey from the classroom to the racetrack, her passion for motorsports, and her newest adventure as a Porsche 944 owner and member of PCA San Diego Region. We dive into how Brittany discovered racing, the chal...

On this episode of Windblown Mic, Michael sits down with Tim Comeau, owner of Comeau Racing Enterprises and a longtime member of the Porsche Club of America – San Diego Region. Tim’s Porsche story stretches back to 1985 and includes decades of autocross, track driving and wheel-to-wheel racing. He shares how his passion for Porsche developed, the influence of his father Tom, and how years of racin...

On this episode of Windblown Mic, Michael sits down with Jill Beck for a conversation about her involvement in the Porsche world, her connection with Compass Racing, and the work she does behind the scenes as webmaster for the Porsche Club of America – San Diego Region. Jill shares her perspective on motorsports, the Porsche community, and what goes into supporting a club like PCASDR beyond the ev...

This week on Windblown Mic, PCA San Diego Region President Michael Zurich sits down with Niko Sougias, owner of Charlie's Foreign Car in Encinitas. Niko's dad, Charlie, came to the U.S. from Thessaloniki, Greece, at age 10, started tuning Volkswagens in the back alleys of Leucadia, and opened his own shop in 1978. Niko grew up in that shop. At 12, he was handed an '84 Guards Red 944 that needed a...

Navy radar tech, Qualcomm engineer, and now full-time racer: Rob Walker joins Michael to talk Lemons racing in a BB-8 E36, Herbie-liveried Cup cars, his first pro drive at Road America, and how Rob Walker Racing makes track weekends at Chuckwalla feel like arrive-and-drive. Recorded at Amplified Studios in Carlsbad. New episodes every Wednesday at 5pm PT.

What do Porsche ownership and San Diego real estate have in common? More than you might think. Michael sits down with José Manuel Martija, San Diego real estate professional and fellow Porsche Club member, for a conversation about building trust, helping buyers and sellers navigate a competitive market, and the relationships behind a successful real estate career. José shares his perspective on to...

Michael sits down with David Belchamber, founder of Killer Dave’s in El Cajon, to explore the specialized craft of repairing and restoring carbon-fiber automotive components. Dave explains the difference between cosmetic and structural damage, when carbon fiber can be repaired safely, and when a component should be replaced. They also discuss cracked and scraped components, cloudy or yellowed fini...

Legendary Porsche designer Grant Larson joins Michael Zurich on Windblown Mic to share the remarkable story behind more than three decades of creating some of Porsche’s most memorable automobiles. Grant discusses leaving America to pursue automotive design, working at Audi and joining Porsche in 1989. He takes us inside the creation of the groundbreaking 1993 Boxster concept, the Carrera GT show c...

Tom Brown has spent more than three decades helping shape the Porsche Club of America, both in San Diego and throughout Zone 8. Since joining PCA in 1991, Tom has served as PCASDR President, Zone 8 Representative, National Parade Committee Chair, board member, rules coordinator, webmaster—and just about everything in between. In this episode, Tom shares how his Porsche journey began, the experienc...

In Episode 25 of the Windblown Mic, Michael sits down with Brittany Jenkins, founder and CEO of The Buzz Marketing Co. Brittany shares her journey from traditional advertising to building a women-founded San Diego marketing agency that helps businesses become impossible to ignore. They discuss entrepreneurship, personal branding, authentic storytelling, networking, social media, artificial intelli...

In Episode 24 of the Windblown Mic, Michael sits down with Anastasia Berta—a Porsche racer, certified sommelier, business owner, and former President of PCA San Diego Region. Anastasia shares her journey into the Porsche world, the excitement and challenges of racing, and the lessons she has learned through competition and club leadership. We also explore her passion for wine, entrepreneurship, an...

Michael sits down with Jake from 9Haus to discuss his passion for Porsche, how he entered the automotive lighting business, and the craftsmanship behind creating custom Porsche headlights. Jake shares the story of 9Haus, the challenges of building a specialized business, and how modern lighting can improve a Porsche’s appearance while maintaining its original character. #9Haus #Porsche #Porsche911...

Episode 22 of the Windblown Mic, Michael sits down with John Rickard, owner of Black Forest Automotive and a longtime PCA San Diego Region member. John shares his journey into the Porsche world, the growth of Black Forest Automotive, and the challenges of running an independent Porsche specialty shop. They also discuss John’s racing experiences, memorable moments from PCASDR’s history, the evoluti...

In Episode 21 of the Windblown Mic Podcast, Michael Zurich welcomes Victoria Gabourel, the newly elected PCA Zone 8 Representative, former President of the Porsche Club of America San Diego Region, and founding President of the Vineyard Region. Victoria shares her remarkable journey from attending her first PCA event to becoming one of the organization's most respected volunteer leaders. Along the...

What does it take to lead one of the most respected brands in the automotive world? In Episode 20 of Windblown Mic, host Michael Zurich sits down with Alan Peltier, President and CEO of HRE Wheels, to discuss the evolution of the company, the pursuit of engineering excellence, and what makes HRE a global leader in premium performance wheels. Alan shares insights into: The history and growth of HRE...

In Episode 19 of Windblown Mic, Michael sits down with longtime PCASDR member, former board member, volunteer, business owner, and adventurer Mike Miller. While Mike has worn many hats throughout his career, the conversation quickly dives into his incredible experiences exploring some of the most remote places on Earth. Mike shares stories from his pioneering scuba dives beneath the Antarctic ice,...

In Episode 18 of Windblown Mic, Michael Zurich sits down with Michael Olguin, owner of Gillies Auto Lounge and longtime Porsche enthusiast. They discuss the passion behind creating a gathering place for car enthusiasts, the importance of community within the automotive world, and what makes the Porsche experience so unique. From car culture and business ownership to friendships formed through a sh...

In Episode 17 of the Windblown Mic, Michael Zurich sits down with longtime PCASDR member and Autocross Chair Bill Behun. Bill shares his Porsche journey, how he became involved with the club, and what led him to take on one of the most important volunteer roles in the region. The conversation covers the world of autocross, driver development, event management, and the lessons learned from years of...

n Episode 16 of the Windblown Mic Podcast, Michael Zurich sits down with PCASDR member and racer Alisha Wray to discuss her motorsports journey, her experiences on track, and what it takes to compete in today's high-performance driving environment. From first track days to racing wheel-to-wheel, Alisha shares her perspective on the challenges, excitement, and personal growth that come from pushing...

In Episode 15 of the Windblown Mic Podcast, Michael Zurich sits down with longtime PCASDR member, racer, instructor, and business owner Mark Curran. Mark shares his journey into the Porsche community, his passion for performance driving, and the experiences that led him to become a leader within the club's Driver Education and Time Trial programs. The conversation explores the value of driver trai...

In Episode 14 of the *Windblown Mic Podcast*, Michael sits down with longtime Porsche enthusiast and racer Bruce Wing for a conversation packed with stories, motorsports history, and the people who make the Porsche community special. From racing experiences and automotive adventures to life lessons learned along the way, Bruce shares the kind of insight that only comes from years around the sport...

In Episode 13 of the Windblown Mic Podcast, Michael sits down with legendary automotive photographer Royce Rumsey for a conversation packed with stories from behind the lens and inside the Porsche world. From racing culture and iconic car moments to the evolution of automotive photography, Royce shares decades of experience capturing the machines and people that make the hobby special. This episod...

n Episode 12 of the Windblown Mic Podcast, we sit down with longtime Porsche enthusiast and PCASDR member Mike Weil to talk about cars, business, friendships, and the experiences that keep people connected to the Porsche community. Mike shares stories from his automotive journey, his passion for Porsche culture, and the relationships and memories built along the way. From the garage to club events...