Kris Clewell / Overcrest

Overcrest

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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.

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Author

Kris Clewell / Overcrest

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Leisure

Podcast website

overcrestproductions.com

Latest episode

Oct 16, 2026

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Episodes

World Sportscar Champion & Porsche Legend - Bob Garretson 09.08.2019

Kris interviews Bob Garretson, racing driver and one time owner of Garretson Enterprises, the muscle behind some legendary Porsche 935's, on his history with cars, how the Apple Car came about, crashing at Le Mans, The Old Warhorse itself, and more.

Do you even vape bro? 05.08.2019

Joel Feder joins Kris and Jake to talk Joel's history with cars, news, and current events.  Notes: The Cannonball EV record has been broken twice... Lewis Hamilton is still a douche HLDI  reveals most stolen vehicles list.... EU regulations are going to make cars boringer Dude still drving his model T What the F happened with Nissan? Volkswagen cuts warranty... Bad news. The Chevy Malibu is dead. ...

Mr Wyn - Designer - DeTomaso, Apollo 02.08.2019

Jowyn Wong of Wyn Design joins the podcast to talk about growing up, design theory, designing the P72, the Apollo, and the challenges involved in both projects.   Kris leads in with a discussion about photography, and what you can do to make even your cell phone photos truly good.

"I'm sorry.... did someone just say tank!?" 29.07.2019

Wyn Design gives us a response on the P72 Drama, Teslas are still a waste of time, there’s a new corvette, why F1 is boring and how to fix it, a couple listener topics and more...   Teslas next gen supercharger can do 75 miles in 5 minutes.   The well-reviewed Netflix docuseries "Formula 1: Drive to Survive"   Clarkson explains whats wrong with F1   Corvette to have a manual...? Nah....   Road Leg...

Bone shakers, Penny-Farthings, and Outlaws 26.07.2019

Jake takes us on a deep dive into the history of the Motorcycle. The guys talk about Kris' trip to Road America, and Jake  tries on his wife's pants.    Notes:   Penny Farthing Race          Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

Michelle Gatting - LeMans Driver, Icon 19.07.2019

Kris interviews Michelle Gatting, one of the Iron Dames, an all-female LeMans team racing for Kessel Racing. They discuss her history, hugely inspiring story on her way to racing at the legendary LeMans, and what its like to be, and race there.   Follow Michelle on Instagram Check out Kessel Racing on Instagram     Notes:   Vanagon Guy

Ripoff Artists, RSR's, Luddites, and Appeals to Emotion 15.07.2019

Joel Feder from Motor Authority joins Kris and Jake for a bunch of news, debates, and discussion...   the new RSR is here....   BMW Reveals X7 Pickup Truck   Mclaren Wagon Thing   Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus is pissed   DeTomaso P72 was unveiled last week...   Its illegal to work on your car in California   What we’re up against. - David Shill is a Shill   Polaris dealers will teach you to drive...

Guntherwerks, Scissors, and Rustic Roads 12.07.2019

Peter Nam joins the guys to talk about the Guntherwerks 993.... the ultimate 993. The history of Rustic roads is discussed and listener questions wrap up the episode.  guntherwerks.com https://www.instagram.com/guntherwerks/?hl=en Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast  Support the show! patreon.com/overcrest

Sporterized, Illuminated, and Diluted 08.07.2019

The guys talk news, and take a bunch of listener topics, one of which inspires a contentious debate between Kris and Jake. They also reveal Kris will be reading from his 000 article on the next Patreon Exclusive episode.    Support us on patreon:    https://www.patreon.com/overcrest   Thanks for Listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast    Show Notes:   Lee Iacoca dead, father of mustang,...

The Truck that Won the War - An American Icon 04.07.2019

Jake and Kris celebrate Independence day by discussing the history of the "America's greatest contribution to modern warfare". They also talk about Alain De Cadenet, what makes a brand's name matter, and the upcoming Overcrest Rally... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

Monday News - Hummers and Tremors 01.07.2019

In today's episode, the guys talk news, whats up with Kris' car overheating, read a letter and discuss a gift from one of the listeners.  Thank's for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Support the show!!!! patreon.com/overcrest Show Notes: So, I hope we didn't get Jim in Trouble... The Supreme court is out for Blood Widebody all the things... BMW’s new electric car sound to be....co...

Lemons, Nazis, and an Accumulatorsphere 28.06.2019

From humble beginnings as the great-grandson of a lemon merchant, to mobilizing a nation, thwarting Nazis and advancing technologies ahead of their time (not to mention inadvertently saving the life of a president along the way), this is the story of an automotive icon you won't want to miss.   The guys also talk to Adam Kern, from checkeditoutchicago to discuss the much-deserved emergence of the...

Monday News 6-24-19 24.06.2019

Jake and Kris talk news, and field listener questions, and debate superchargers and turbochargers in this weeks Monday episode.   Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast   Support the show, and get exclusive content: www.patreon.com/overcrest   Show Notes:   Jake, your dream has arrived   Sobering...Davey Johnson Presumed Dead   NBC New York Proclaims Modified Exhaust “Insane”...

Corvette Ride and Handling Engineer - Jim Mero 21.06.2019

Jake and Kris interview Jim Mero, Corvette ride and handling engineer about his job, history, what it's like to drive the Nurburgring, the autobahn, and the future of the mid-engine Corvette. They also discuss an update on the Rally, and debate the sound of v16 and v12 engines.  Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast   Support the show, and get exclusive content: www.patreon....

Monday News with Joel Feder 10.06.2019

Joel Feder from Motor Authority comes on the podcast for our new segment, Monday's News. We talk Tesla, Gorday Murray's new project, BMW, Jeep, and more. Check out the show notes below.   Gordon Murray teases F1 Successor  External Airbags are a thing. Monthly Elon Musk stupid statement of the month.  BMW is out of control  But, the M8 actually is pretty good.  Lamborghini is developing an off roa...

An Interview with BBS Motorsport 07.06.2019

Craig Donnelly, president of BBS USA and Eric Niconovich from BBS Motorsport join the podcast to talk about the history of BBS, BBS Motorsport, the origins of the 3 piece wheel, wheel engineering, casting, forging, and much, much more. The guys also chat about D-day and reveal the 2019 Overcrest Rally!    https://www.bbs-usa.com/   Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

The Car that Saved Niki Lauda's Life 31.05.2019

Jake takes Kris on a journey to learn about the The ONS-Staffel (oberste nationale Sportkommission), Germany's legendary track safety team. The guys also talk about their projects, talk news about Tesla, Ferrari, the Corvette, and a mcdonalds hashbrown.  Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Show Notes: Tesla under lawsuit for unintended acceleration, Crushes Pregnant Woman'...

The Road to Luftgekuhlt, Part 2 24.05.2019

Kris and Jake talk about the Luftgekuhlt experience, and Kris talks about his drive home, getting pulled over, route 66, and more.   Thank's for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

The Road to Luftgekuhlt 20.05.2019

Kris and Jake talk about the road trip to Luft, what they saw along the way, and opine philosophically on the merits of road tripping.    Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

The Most Dangerous Fuel You've Never Heard Of 17.05.2019

Jake takes us on a throwback through the history of a dangerous, volatile, and powerful fuel used for nefarious and not so nefarious purposes throughout the years... for more like this visit our patreon! www.patreon.com/overcrest Thank's for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

Best 4 Cylinder Engines of All Time - Part 2 13.05.2019

In Part two of our 100th episode, we continue to discuss the best 4 cylinder engines of all time. Industry experts call in to discuss their thoughts, and the guys give their opinions.  Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

Best 4 Cylinder Engines of All Time - Part 1 13.05.2019

In our 100th episode, we discuss the best 4 cylinder engines of all time. Industry experts call in to discuss their thoughts, and the guys give their opinions.  Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

If You Build it, They Will Come… 13.05.2019

Greg Haye from pioneering manufacturer Local motors comes on the podcast to discuss 3D printing cars, Local Motors, and the future of automotive manufacturing. Joel Feder from Motor Authority also joins the guys to talk the latest industry news.... Show Notes:   MA - The Nurburgring Record hunting continues....   The Joel Feder Elon Musk Update Insurance? Dangerous Autonomous Mode? Dumb Tweeting w...

Elspeth Beard - An Extraordinary and Life-changing Adventure 19.04.2019

Elspeth Beard left home in 1982 at 23 years old to drive around the world on her BMW R60. The first woman from the UK to do so. Kris and Jake talk to her about her journey, read a bit from her book, and are inspired by this incredible woman, and her drive to push the limits on what was possible. www.elspethbeard.com @elspethbeard

Nobody calls me chicken!!!! 12.04.2019

Jake talks about cocks, taking us back to the days of the chicken tax. The guys also discuss news and give advice to a listener on his old vw beetle. Show Notes: Ingram Collection Potentially ruined.  Thieves try to steal GTI off of moving Train Gender reveal burnout goes wrong Top Gear USA moving to Motortrend Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

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