Lonely Drivers Driving Club

Episode 33 - Join us as we return from a brief hiatus to dive into a wide-ranging conversation. In this episode, Justin and I explore the nuances of the imperial and metric measuring systems, sharing anecdotes and insights. Trevor recounts his recent trip to Singapore and discusses the challenges of managing sickness and injuries. Together, they delve into the delicate balance between masculinity...

Episode 32 -  In our 32nd episode, we dive into the world of auto glass with Dan Silvestro, a seasoned expert who has ventured into entrepreneurship. We cover it all, from discussing four-wheel drives to the intricacies of drifting and navigating through Hoon laws. Tune in as we explore "The Pines", delve into Dan's weight loss journey, and uncover the driving force behind his healt...

Episode 031— Dive into the pixelated realms of nostalgia with Justin and Trevor in Episode 31! From first-gen consoles to childhood sports, thick-skinned tales from Australia to F1 pit stops, it's a journey through time and topics.  We hope you enjoy this episode! Enjoying the pod? Shoot us a text and let us know! Lonely Drivers Driving Club: Website: https://lonelydriversdriving.club/ Insta:...

In our 30th episode, we venture into the world of JDM with our special guest, Huy. Join us as we rewind to the days of working in IT at Crown Casino, exploring Huy's impressive list of JDM cars, with a spotlight on his most cherished, the Evo 10 (Controversial, we know.)  Huy takes us on a vivid journey through his solo adventures in Japan, sharing tales of Drift Matsuri and the unique automo...

In this candid episode, Justin and I reflect on life's twists and turns before hitting the big 3-0. From evolving priorities to unexpected detours, join us as we share personal experiences and insights. Tune in for a car update, lifting form discussions, and lively F1 testing banter. Life's a journey; we're navigating it one conversation at a time. Buckle up for Episode 029! Show no...

Start your your engines for Episode 27! 🎙️ Ken Leong, the driving force behind Driftschool WA, joins us. Dive into the thrilling world of drifting – from beginner tips to the unique flavour of drifting in Japan. We explore the balance between competition and the joy of drifting just for fun. Ken's insights shed light on how Driftschool WA has helped grow the vibrant automotive community in WA...

Content Advisory: This episode discusses sensitive topics related to suicidal thoughts during the following time stamps (55 to 62 minutes). If you're uncomfortable or triggered by such discussions, please take care and consider refraining from listening to that section of the podcast. In the first episode of 2024, join us on the fast track as we dive into the latest Formula 1 updates, sharing...

Episode 25 - Justin and I wrap up the LDDC podcast for 2023 in this episode. It's been a huge journey, and we can't thank you (the listeners) enough for your support. To think we'd have over 1k downloads in a little over 6 months and had the chance to talk with some amazing guests as well (Shout out to our guests featured). We cover some pretty interesting topics in this episode, li...

Episode 24 - Wrapping up our last episode with a guest with a bang. In this episode, we get Tim back on the show, this time with a healthy Justin onboard as well. A chat about lifting, food etc, turned into a much deeper conversation when Tim and Justin shared experiences with both their sons having NF1 (Neurofibromatosis type 1) and the mental struggles associated with having a child with this ra...

Episode 23 - Buckle up for a captivating ride with Joydrive!  Join us as we dive into a captivating conversation with Simon Fryer, aka Joydrive. Brace yourself for insights galore! Discover the birth of his brand, the inspiring origins behind 'be kind,' his vibrant contribution to the creative community, and an eye-opening exploration of policing differences between England and Australia...

Episode 22 - Before we begin, a huge shout out to all those who've been tuning in over the journey. We hit 1000 episode downloads, which is a huge milestone! Thank you! In this episode, we get to chat with the World Time Attack International Drift Cup winner, Mr Luke Veersma. Firstly, thank Danny Friend for putting us in touch and allowing us to speak with Luke. We cover various topics, inclu...

Episode 21 - Justin and I interview one of Justin's best mates for this episode. Danzy and Justin go back 13 years or so, and we hear how much history they share throughout the conversation. We discuss Danzy's garage (what I'd consider pretty perfect and attainable), his transition into Sim drifting, and nostalgia talks with Justin about video games, along with a solid chat about bo...

Episode 20 - For this milestone episode, we reached out to Static (Heath), who is the host of the  Gutter 2 Gutter podcast. He advocated for us to start our show when I was initially checking out a creative outlet to share automotive content and stories, so it was only fitting to get him onboard for a feature. It's not often you get to flip the script and interview another podcast host, and i...

Episode 19 - In this episode, Justin and I sit down to chat after returning from Bali. We discussed how travelling with Tommy was, what Bali is like with a young child, some F1 and content creation talk like usual, and lastly, we chatted about pet ownership! Enjoying the pod? Shoot us a text and let us know! Lonely Drivers Driving Club: Website: https://lonelydriversdriving.club/ Insta: https://ww...

#018 - In this episode, Justin and I sit down with Simon, a WA Drift School instructor, mobile mechanic, and all-around good guy. Our podcast covers a whole raft of topics, including Justin and Simon's story of how they met, drifting both on track and virtually, along with some more generalised chat-like side hustles and pushing yourself to learn a new skill (even after your typical 9-5 job!)...

#017 - We went back to back for this episode after speaking to Lenny. Justin recounts his experiences in Japan while they are still fresh in his mind.  We cover the various places he visited, the difference in urban infrastructure layout, and food and hobby shops. Of course, F1 is covered as well.  Check his IG for some of the cars he spotted in Japan, including the Mercedes Mick Schumacher drove...

#016 - In this episode, we interview an old friend of mine, Lenny! Justin has just come back from Japan, and we were itching to get a couple of episodes recorded. I met Lenny back at Crown working Security, and when you've got nothing to do at 2 a.m. on a weekday whilst standing at a door, we became good mates through our shared passion for cars. In this episode, we talk all about his love fo...

#015 - Episode 015, Justin and I sit down with Kohby. I met Kohby through a mutual friend (Chris) and sat beside him at Chris's wedding. We talked about cars (what else is there for grown men to discuss?), and a couple of years later, we recorded a podcast episode together! It's been a pleasure. We get to hear his take on our EV discussion from episode 10, a bit of reminiscing on old JDM...

#014 -  In this episode, Justin and I catch up after he recovers from his migraine. We discuss topics such as recovering from burnout or preventing it entirely, an update on Tommy, and how our journeys to learn photography and videography are going. We also chat about my recent brush with death and food allergies. As always, thanks for tuning in! Enjoying the pod? Shoot us a text and let us know!...

#013 - During episode 13, I sit down and conduct a solo interview with Tim (my personal trainer), with Justin being down and out with a migraine. We cover various topics, including shift work, how we met, tattoos and Asian parents. We cover some pretty insightful topics, such as Tim's journey to competing in powerlifting and his recent diagnosis of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disord...

#012 -  Episode 12 is here. Justin and I sit down after I've returned from Melbourne to have a chat. We cover Justin's recent experience grabbing content from a Nishi D drift event, deep diving into crafting reels and how song selection is a huge part of his creative process. We then transition into short-form content and addictive tendencies, especially with technology so rampant at the...

#011 - In episode 11, we interviewed Danny Friend, thanks to Justin's connections with the WA drift scene. We chat about a few topics, including motocross, Danny's experience with a pretty horrible injury and his eventual transition into drifting. There's a whole wealth of information in this episode and we can't wait to share it with you all. Show notes: https://lonelydriversd...

#010 - In this episode, we invite George back to the podcast to talk with Justin and me. This is our first foray in a group conversation, which went well. In this episode, we do an impromptu review of the compact SUV segment, talk on F1 and discuss electric vehicles and their use cases, plus climate change being the driving force behind their adoption. Of course, whenever we have George around, we...

#009 - Episode 009! As mentioned in our Insta post on the 17th, we are moving to a weekly release schedule. Keep an eye out for episodes ten and eleven, as we've had some cracking conversations that Justin and I look forward to sharing with you. In this episode, however (before I get too ahead of myself), Justin and I sit down and chat about F1 (Silverstone weekend), the movie they are making...

#008 - Heartfelt Conversations, Relationships, and Racing: Join us as we dive into a heartfelt conversation with Justin about his son's predicament with NF testing. We explore different types of relationships, finding the best ones for ourselves, and get into the excitement of international motorsport events like Pikes Peak and World Time Attack. Tune in to reminisce on childhood Lego experie...