Modified Rides Podcast

If you've watched any Saturday morning "car TV" over the past couple decades, then you've seen this weeks guest. I was able to sit down with Javier "Shorty" Ponce and discuss his career over the past almost 5 decades. Everything from how he got started, the shops his owned or worked at, his TV show career and how involved he is with kids in tech programs. Sit back and check out his story! It was r...

Chris Stafford at Staffords Garage is quickly becoming one of those guys and shops we should all take notice of. Even though Chris has been tinkering on trucks for years, he recently went "full time" in the shop and is building some of the countries top trucks. Sit back and check out his story and find out some of the things he's had his hands in. Give him a follow on instagram as well: https://ww...

This week is one of the biggest custom car and truck shows on the Gulf Coast, Scrapin the Coast. I sit down with Tony Miller and get some details on the event for a bonus podcast. Check them out online and make plans to stop by the podcast booth if you are here this weekend. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them ou...

If you've ever watch any "car TV" on weekend mornings, then there's a chance you know this weeks guest, Lou Santiago. He was a staple on some our favorite car TV shows. Sit back while he tells us his story. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachi...

I linked up with Stuart Daigle this week from KIK, Last Resort and other events. So sit back and check out his story, how he got into doing multiple car shows, how he came to be the owner of KIK and some of the cool things he's involved with. You can find more about his brands online at: https://www.instagram.com/kustomzinkklothing/ https://www.instagram.com/lastresortshow/ https://www.instagram.c...

I was able to sit down with Andy from KnKut Drill Bits while at the AMD show and discuss what all they provide to the industry, what sets them apart from competitors and how they got started. Sit back and enjoy! You can check them out at: https://www.instagram.com/knkutdrillbits/     This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Chec...

While attending a car show at Auto Metal Direct (AMD), I was able to sit down in person with Jason Mode from New Creations to see what he's been up to. I had him on before (Episode 62) to tell his story, but it was good to get an update from some of the cool things him and his shop have been working on. New Creations has their hands in some of the top builds in our industry. Sit back and check out...

For this week's episode, I sit down with Pat Gibellina, from Mr G's Classics. He is also has a big part in CK Truck Magazine. Sit back and check out his story and see what all he has been involved in.  Check out his instagram pages: https://www.instagram.com/atx_c10/ https://www.instagram.com/mrgsclassics/   The episode was recorded in person at C10's in the City in Atlanta, Georgia. https://www.i...

For this weeks episode, I sat down and chatted remotely with Nick Young from NV Machine Works. If that name sounds familiar, it should. NV Machine Works is one of the podcast sponsors. Being Nick is in Canada, recording remotely was the best option on this. He makes tons of killer billet parts for the classic GM trucks and beyond.  Sit back and check out Nicks story and find out about some of the...

I was able to sit down with Rick and Sarah from C10's in the City down in Atlanta, Georgia and discuss how the show came about, the changes its had and why they do it. The story behind this show is awesome, so sit back and listen to their story. I also grabbed Eddy Cebreco from AMD, who is the title sponsor of the show to get his view on why this show is important and why AMD decided to step in an...

With Showdown in the Valley being our official event sponsor of the podcast, it was important to sit down with Mitchell Metcalf, one of the show promoters, and get some info for you guys. This event is coming up in less than 3 months from the release of this podcast, on July 31 to August 2nd, 2026 in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. Check out the information we discuss and give them a follow on all...

While at Mini Nats in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, I was able to pull Adam Tripp away from his vendor booth, HammerD Weekend Wear, to sit down and tell his story. Sit back and check out what all he has been involved in. Also, give him a follow at his company page and his show page: https://www.instagram.com/hammerdweekendwear/ https://www.instagram.com/the_sparks_show/   This week's episode is b...

I was able to sit down with one of the biggest Canadian build managers for this week's episode, Calvin Chapleau, owner of Calz Kustoms. Cal has become one of those people that is known for his overt the top builds that always dominate TIS Wheels booth at SEMA.  I was able to sit down with him in person at the Miles On It Tour show in Nashville, Tennessee, which provided a cool backdrop for this ep...

I was able to sit down with one of my favorite people in the car show world, Walter Segovia, from TIS Wheels and the DUB Shows. Walter has been a big part of both companies (which is the same company) for a long time. Probably one of the most upbeat, energetic guys you will meet at a show. He tells his story of what all he has been involved with most of his life. Sit back and check out his episode...

This week I sit down with someone I've shot a magazine cover truck for and who has one of the sickest body dropped duallys around, Bill Dubuisson. We were able to sit down at Orange Beach Invasion and chat about how he got into the scene and all about the story behind his dually known as "Becky 2.0". Check him out on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/aftermath_billdubby/   This week's episod...

Things are a little different for this episode recording wise. I was able to sit down in person with the guest, Brandon McCoy with Gooch Customs, and record in his vendor booth while he was set up at Orange Beach Invasion 2026. The in-person set up was pretty cool, while allowing the vibe of the car show to carry into the episode.  If you don't already follow Gooch, check him out online and see so...

This week's guest, Tim Garcia, is someone i've worked with not only on a couple SEMA builds since he has been at AVS, but someone I have done product photography when he was over at Slam Specialties. Check out this week's episode and some of the cool things he's been able to do in not only the automotive industry but the bicycle industry as well. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine...

I was able to link up with a fellow truck enthusiast this week, Mike Barcia. You may know Mike from his OBS Dually known as "No Compromise" or his decades in the automotive industry. Sit back and check out his story with a few laughs along the way. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machi...

I was able to link up with Carey Bewley this week and not only discuss his infamous "Project Indy" build and some of the cool things he's been able to do in the automotive industry, but also some of the life changing events he's currently dealing with.  Also, podcast t-shirts and hats are available. Message me to get yours! Head over to social media and give the podcast a follow as well: Instagram...

I finally got to sit down and chat with Marcel Venable, who has been involved in the automotive media world for a long time, as well as other ventures in the industry. Sit back and check out his story. Also, podcast t-shirts and hats are available. Message me to get yours! Head over to social media and give the podcast a follow as well: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modifiedridespodcast/ Fa...

This week I sit down with one of the true OG's when it comes to vending at car shows. Selling T-shirts (and other merchandise) for over three decades now, John Beebe, the owner of Drop Em Wear Clothing has made a name for himself in the car show world. Sit back and check out his story. Also, podcast t-shirts and hats are available. Message me to get yours! Head over to social media and give the po...

This week I sit down with fellow automotive photographer, Damien Davis and discuss how he got his start with custom vehicles and some of the cool stuff he's been able to do with them. Also, podcast t-shirts and hats are available. Message me to get yours! Head over to social media and give the podcast a follow as well: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modifiedridespodcast/ Facebook: https://ww...

Being I am freshly back from Scottsdale, Arizona, it was fitting to knock out a solo podcast to dive into how the Barrett Jackson Cup invite came about for my 1977 K5 Blazer and how the event work. The event was one for the books for sure! Tune in and hear about all the fun things there.  Also, podcast t-shirts and hats are available. Message me to get yours! Head over to social media and give the...

No guest this week, just me, Brandon Burrell discussing what's in store for 2026 and how we got to this point. Also, podcast t-shirts and hats are available. Message me to get yours! Head over to social media and give the podcast a follow as well: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modifiedridespodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556136374027 YouTube: https://www.youtube...

I was able to sit down with Sean French this week. Sean has been in the truck scene for years. You may know him from his Solo Films days or maybe from the years he's been at Phat Phabz. Sit back and check out his story. Also, podcast t-shirts and hats are available. Message me to get yours! Head over to social media and give the podcast a follow as well: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modifi...