Oil and Whiskey with Roadster Shop

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Brycen Smith for an honest conversation about shop life, learning through experience, and finding your footing in the automotive industry. Brycen talks about his path so far, the realities of working in and around builds, and what it’s like navigating an industry where growth comes from showing up, paying attention, and putting in the time. Rather th...

This week on Oil & Whiskey , we’re joined by Levi Green of HammerFab , fresh off a major SEMA debut and a whirlwind year for his shop. Levi walks through his path into fabrication, early experiences learning the craft, and what it’s like building a reputation in an industry where quality and trust matter more than hype. From working through challenging projects to knowing when to say yes or no...

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Chris Jacobs. One of the most familiar faces in automotive television and car culture. The first and only guest to appear on the show for the third time! Chris shares stories from throughout his career, his time around some of the industry’s most memorable builds and personalities, and why he continues to stay so connected to the car world after all...

This week on Oil & Whiskey , we’re joined by Hunter Ring and Ryan Fielding from Ringbrothers , one of the most innovative and recognizable shops in the custom car world. Hunter and Ryan talk about growing up around the brand, how they found their roles inside the shop, and what it’s really like working behind the scenes at Ringbrothers. From fabrication stories to the culture inside the buildi...

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...

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 i...

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, learni...

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...

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...

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Bill Ganahl, founder of South City Rod & Custom — one of the most respected traditional hot rod shops in the country. Bill shares his journey from growing up around hot rods to building a brand rooted in craftsmanship, authenticity, and timeless design. From his early influences to what it takes to build a car that feels right, Bill dives into th...

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Michael Good, President of Performance Racing Industry (PRI).Michael brings insight into the racing world from the industry side where innovation, advocacy, and community come together to keep motorsports alive and thriving. We dive into PRI’s mission, how it supports racers and builders, and what the future of performance racing looks like. Grab off...

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Tom Gattuso and Warren Kosikov from SEMA.For Tom, it’s his second time on the show — but his first time sitting with us in person. Alongside Warren, they give us an inside look at the work SEMA does behind the scenes, how the industry is evolving, and why events like the SEMA Show are more important than ever. Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at...

From wild days at Hoonigan to building his own YouTube brand, Zac Mertens (aka Mister Zachary) has seen it all. In this episode, he shares untold Hoonigan stories, the lessons he took from that environment, and how he’s making his own mark in car culture online. We get into his career, the projects that shaped him, and what it really takes to balance creativity, chaos, and cars. Grab official Oil...

Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts. This week on Oil & Whiskey , we sit down with Craig Metros , retired Ford Design Executive with over 35 years shaping some of the most iconic vehicles on the road. From the 2004 F-150 that redefined a segment, to his work on the Ford GT program that returned to Le Mans, Craig’s stories take us insid...

Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts. This week on Oil & Whiskey, the guys sit down with Josh Freeman, founder of Freeman Fabrication and a key builder on Aaron Kaufman’s Shifting Gears and Gas Monkey Garage. Josh takes us through his evolution in the automotive world from tearing into builds on TV to mastering high-precision sheet meta...

This week on Oil & Whiskey , we’re joined by Bill Goldberg —WWE Hall of Famer, actor, and lifelong car guy. Known for his intensity in the ring and his passion in the garage, Goldberg shares stories about his legendary wrestling career, his love for football & muscle cars, and what it’s like balancing fame with family and horsepower. Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.co...

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Finnegan, Co-host of Roadkill and Faster with Finnegan , to talk about building cars, making TV, and the wild road that led him here. From starting out as a writer and editor to becoming a face of automotive entertainment, Mike shares stories about working with David Freiburger, the early days of YouTube car culture, and balancing family life with constant pr...

Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts. Eddie Pettus, the man behind Eddie’s Rod & Custom, joins the Oil & Whiskey podcast to talk about his journey building some of the most jaw-dropping hot rods in the game. From show-winning details to the philosophy that drives his shop’s craftsmanship, Eddie shares stories from the shop floor, in...

In this episode, the guys sit down with Nikita Bridan , co-founder of Oil Stain Lab —the creative force behind some of the wildest hand-built concept cars in the hot rod world, including the infamous “Half11” build. Nikita shares the origin story of Oil Stain Lab, how he and his brother combine engineering and art, and why they intentionally blur the lines between fantasy and fabrication. From dra...

This week on Oil & Whiskey , we’re joined by Ross Logsdon , founder of Premier Street Rod , a shop known for top-shelf craftsmanship and complete steel bodies for classic builds. Ross shares the story of how Premier got started, the challenges of manufacturing full steel reproduction bodies, and what it takes to blend traditional hot rod values with modern precision. The crew dives into how Pr...

Dan Hogan of Hogan Built joins Oil & Whiskey to talk Blazers, Barrett Jackson, and breaking the mold. From building bikes and baggers to crafting some of the baddest K5s and K10s on the scene, Dan shares how his obsession with clean lines and custom work evolved into one of the hottest names in the off-road game. The guys dive into his leap from collision repair to full-on custom builds, how h...

This week on Oil & Whiskey , we’re joined by Melanie Hellwig-White , President of Hellwig Products —a fourth-generation family business that’s been keeping vehicles stable and performance-driven for over 75 years. Melanie shares what it’s like stepping into a leadership role in a legacy company, how Hellwig continues to innovate in the suspension world, and why staying connected to the enthusi...

This week on Oil & Whiskey , we’re joined by Jeremy Bumpus of The Hot Rod Shop Mississippi. Builder, fabricator, and TV personality. Jeremy talks about the differences between building cars for the camera and building them for real, what the TV world taught him, and how those experiences shaped his mindset back in the shop. We also get into shop culture, customer dynamics, and what it takes to...

This week on Oil & Whiskey , we’re joined by Jason Hill , founder of Hill’s Hot Rods . A name that’s become synonymous with bold colors, clean lines, and a seriously stacked trophy case. Jason shares how he got started, what it takes to consistently turn out top-tier builds, and the balance between wild custom work and timeless design. From trucks and street rods to award-winning show vehicles...

Two of the best to ever do it. This week on Oil & Whiskey, we sit down with Troy Trepanier, legendary builder and founder of Rad Rides by Troy, and Adam Banks, the man many consider the top metal fabricator in the industry. From wild one-off builds to the philosophies behind world-class craftsmanship, the conversation dives deep into what makes Rad Rides one of the most respected shops in hot...