Kris Clewell / Overcrest

Overcrest

Leisure EN ↓ 551 episodes

Automotive culture, history, and the people who live it -- hosted by Kris Clewell and Jake Solberg. 500+ episodes exploring the intersection of cars and life: interviews with industry insiders, collectors, designers, builders, and thinkers. From the philosophy of analog driving to forgotten automotive history to the business of car culture, Kris and Jake bring a journalist's eye and an enthusiast's obsession to every conversation. For people who #takethecar.

Author

Kris Clewell / Overcrest

Category

Leisure

Podcast website

overcrestproductions.com

Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

The Glory Days, a History of IROC and Porsche with Author: Matt Stone 05.07.2021

Matt Stone, author of: The IROC Porsches (The International Race of Champions, Porsche 911 RSR, and the Men Who Raced them. joins the podcast to chat about Porsche, IROC, and motorsport.  You can find Matt's book here: https://www.amazon.com/IROC-Porsches-International-Champions-Raced/dp/0760368252/ And you can support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club here: http://www.overcrestproduc...

How to Make (Lose) Friends and Sell Vespas & News 02.07.2021

Kris tries to sell the vespa, Jake drives over a rake and takes a great listener story, and the guys discuss projects and the news.   Support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club! www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Why Not? Robert Linton and his Special Wishes. 28.06.2021

Robert Linton owns the final Porsche 930 and last 964 ever produced. Jake and Kris interview him about his eccentric take, and his wild journey of ownership with these classic cars. Support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers club! https://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub Or donate directly via our website: https://overcrestproductions.com

We're going to shine a little light on it... Plaid Edition 25.06.2021

Kris rants about a few things, the guys discuss the advancement of the Tesla Model S Plaid, California does California things, and much more... Support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub Or donate directly via our website: https://overcrestproductions.com

Creating Instant Nostalgia - Oilstain Lab / Nikita Bridan 21.06.2021

One of the founding brothers from Oilstain Lab joins the podcast to talk about the Half11 project, car design, how manufacturers are plotting against us, and much more.   Check out Oilstainlab on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/oilstainlab/?hl=en   Support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club: http://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub   Or donate directly via our website: htt...

California Ruins Everything / Breaking News: Cars are Fast. 18.06.2021

Car maker Volkswagen sells people on walking. California regulations fall short, Ford wants to beam things to you, projects, tires, alignments, and much more.... Support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club! http://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Felix Holst - Artist, Designer, Visionary on How Tomorrow is Ours 14.06.2021

Ex Hot Wheels Vice President and incredible Artist Felix Holst joins the podcast to talk about growing up in Newcastle, evolving into a designer, executive, and artist, and much more.   Visit Felix: https://www.instagram.com/felixholst/   Support the show: http://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Stop Whining, There Are No Bathrooms 11.06.2021

Jake is selling the Harley. Kris tells everyone to stop whining. The guys also talk projects, news, and take some listener input.   Support the show and join the Overcrest Drivers Club! http://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

The Doctor Is In The House 07.06.2021

With Kris still out of town, Jake is joined by his better half, Dr. Nikki. We dig into the history of medical devices from the weird, the grotesque, the disturbing, and the downright strange. The episode is interrupted by none other than Kris, calling in from the road. Please support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club! overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

This Episode Will Really Float Your Boat 04.06.2021

With Kris out of town for the week, we are re-releasing one of our earliest history stories. Jake recounts the life of Hans Trippel, the man with the worst idea with but the most perseverance. Kris and Jake talk a little history on Jake himself. Jake talks about being certified in Sea Horses! Please support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club! overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

Recounting The Death of the Best Racetrack In The World 31.05.2021

The biggest, best, and most advanced racetrack every built in its time lasted only a few years, and just a couple of races. What happened? What was it? Please support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://www.patreon.com/overcrest Source: http://collections.mnhs.org/MNHistoryMagazine/articles/60/v60i08p304-311.pdf

Jake Puts the Lotion on His Skin. No Hose Edition. 28.05.2021

The guys discuss projects, Jake buys a new vehicle, and Kris talks about filming Gadisa, an Ethiopian immigrant who shows us all what purity of enthusiasm and happiness really is.  Support the show! Join the Overcrest Drivers Club!!! https://www.patreon.com/overcrest

Reviving the Future with Max Carstensen. 24.05.2021

Max from Revive Automotive comes on the podcast to chat about what Jake and Kris think its the pinnacle of EV retromodding, the Revive 911. Lots of projects have been batted about in this vein, but little have come to fruition. Max has done it. https://revive-automotive.com https://www.instagram.com/revive_911/ Join the Overcrest Drivers Club on. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overcrest

Hello Darkness My Old Friend and Other Fun Allegories. 21.05.2021

Kris and Jake talk car projects and take Drivers Club voicemails.  Join the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://www.patreon.com/overcrest

Top Gear's Lead Test Driver: Ollie Marriage 17.05.2021

Ollie joins us to talk all things. Sounds, Nostalgia, The Future, the Past,  where automotive journalism is and could go, and much more.  Find him at Top Gear: https://www.topgear.com/car-news/ollie-marriage And on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/olliemarriage/ Support the show and Join the Overcrest Drivers Club: https://www.patreon.com/overcrest

Jake taps, Kris Loses Stuff, and Bmw Goes MMMMMMMMMM... 14.05.2021

News and Projects chat of the week.  Join the Overcrest Drivers Club and Support the show:  https://www.patreon.com/overcrest As you know, we had a pipeline hack... BMW Reveals its new M sound.  The chip shortage is getting heavy… Harley Spins LIVEWIRE to full sub-brand Oldschool Truck Driver still truckin

How to Be Incredible at Traveling (Even Without a Vespa) 10.05.2021

Peter Moore, a traveler to over 105 countries, prolific travel author and Vespa afficianado talks to the guys about what makes travel a brilliant part of life, and how Italy is best done on a vintage Vespa.  Check out Peter's Books HERE. And the Vagabond Imperative HERE.  Join the Overcrest Drivers Club to support the show!

The Great Armored Truck Heist - Overcrest Bad Idea Edition 07.05.2021

The guys discuss how they would steal an armored truck, Jake opines on shaking up his fleet, and the news of the week.   Join the Overcrest Drivers Club to support the show!   Armored Truck Heist Fails High end features to be cut from car models.... UAW Wants EV Tax Incentives to Require US Assembly Ostentatious colors on all the cars! Next-Gen NASCAR Cup Racer Debuts Vespa is officially 75!

This Episode Will Touch ALL Of Your Senses - With Professor Charles Pence 03.05.2021

Professor Charles Spence of Oxford University joins the podcast to talk about how each and every sense we have is researched and catered to around the world, and in the automotive industry.  Check out his book! Sensehacking: How to Use the Power of Your Senses for Happier, Healthier Living   Join the Overcrest Drivers Club on Patreon!

How The Whittington Brothers Won it All with Duffel Bags Full of Cash 02.05.2021

How the Porsche fanatic Whittington Brothers won LeMans in 1979, and the story behind their often... controversial... methods.  Support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club on Patreon!

Formula 1, Kremer K3's, LeMans, Musk, White Wheels, and More 30.04.2021

The guys discuss projects and news of the week.   Click to join the Overcrest Drivers Club on Patreon!   Audi to return to LeMans New format for F1 qualifying.... Ever heard of the NORRA Mexican 1000? Elon Musk is a 15 year old boy. Towing just got easier... The only rental car you can get in Hawaii right now is a Uhaul Toyota acquires Lyft Self Driving Division… Jake, do you want a Ferrari 250 GT...

Beyond the Trees - 4000 km Alone Across the Arctic 26.04.2021

Adam Shoalts, author, filmmaker, and intrepid explorer, talks about his epic solo adventure across the Canadian Arctic.   Please check out his book HERE or HERE! And if you'd like to see his film, you can see it on Amazon HERE    Support Overcrest on Patreon.

LADIES and GENTLEMEN, We Have Ignition!!!! 23.04.2021

The guys chat news, Harleys, Vespas, Melted Teslas, Legos, Chevy C10's, Porsche's, severed fingers, and much more.   SUPPORT THE SHOW HERE!   New Renault gearbox developed with Legos  So you may have heard about a Tesla driving itself into a tree.... Man charged with car larceny after driving stolen vehicle to court Porsche's Electric Taycan Sales Nearly Surpasses Iconic 911 Model A Florida man......

Streamlined into Oblivion 19.04.2021

Jake rounds out our three-part series on automotive scandals with the history of a car so far ahead of its time, it was bound to fail. We dive deep into the making of the car, dig up old news audio, and hear from the president of the car club about what its like to drive one of these amazing automobiles today. Support the show on PATREON! Check out the club at:https://www.airflowclub.com/

Super Dangerous Bad Ideas, and Our Burden of Responsibility to the Future 16.04.2021

The guys discuss projects, news, and how today's enthusiasts carry the water for the future.  Support the show on PATREON! Production Safari 911? Look ma, no hands… Read my Lips, No New Gas Taxes (mileage tax out too?) Grandma is stupid, says she not. Evergiven now being held for ransom...

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