The Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast

Send us Fan Mail 🚨 Tonight on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast... we almost didn't have an intro. Once again, someone who looks an awful lot like Tom forgot to hit the record button. Yep... old people problems are alive and well! Anyhoo... This week we welcomed Richard Martinez back to the show to talk about the Loretta Ann's Rockabilly Show in Tucumcari, New Mexico . If you're cruising...

Send us Fan Mail 🔥 100+ degrees? No problem. The Hot Rod community still showed up! 🔥 We escaped the heat of the garage and recorded this episode right in the driveway after an incredible Eric Diamond Night at the Hot Rod Tuesday Car Show. With the feels-like temperature well over 100 degrees, we still had around 120 cars roll in — because car people don’t let a little heat stop them! On this ep...

Send us Fan Mail   Here’s a cleaned-up version that keeps the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast personality and makes it flow better for a show description: On this episode of the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast, we sit down with Joe Keyes from Keyes Chevrolet to talk about their upcoming Corvette Show. If you’re a Corvette fan, this is an event you won’t want to miss! We also recap our weekend at Back to the 50&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Tonight on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast! We were supposed to be talking about the car show that was planned for tonight… but thanks to the folks at Fox 6 Weather in Milwaukee calling for rain all night, we made the tough decision to cancel. Of course, it turned out to be a beautiful night — because that’s how it goes with Wisconsin weather! No car show? No problem. We talked about...

Send us Fan Mail Tonight was a fun one on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast! Al returned from vacation and jumped right back into the action. We welcomed Ali from Iola back to the show, and Sarah Krause from Bullheads Bar & Grill in Stevens Point joined us to talk about her upcoming shows and events. One of the highlights of the night was our conversation with Dave Kattner, who shared his inspiring...

Send us Fan Mail   In this episode of the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast , we talked with Tom Vinopal about the Wizards of Rods event taking place in Warrens on Father's Day weekend. We also recapped the shows we attended this past weekend.  Kyle delivered another one of his history lessons, and Hot Rod Beth gave us a preview of this week's upcoming events.  With Al away on vacation, John from...

Send us Fan Mail   Episode 84 of the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast is packed with road trip vibes, laughs, history, and plenty of hot rod culture. Tonight we kicked things off with a review of all the weekend activities before heading down Route 66 to talk with Richard Martinez from the Loretta Ann Rockabilly Show in Tucumcari, New Mexico. This incredible 3-day event happening right in the heart of hist...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 83 of the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast did not disappoint tonight! In addition to the audio podcast, there will also be a much-anticipated video version coming soon. There’s a little something for everyone in this episode. We recorded during our second car show of the season, so please forgive the background noise — that’s just the sound of hot rod culture in action! First, we...

Send us Fan Mail   Tonight’s episode of Hot Rod Tuesday was a little different since Al is off on a fishing trip, but we still packed the show full of fun and great guests! First up, we welcomed Nick Rusch from the Celebrate Waupun Festival, who gave us the rundown on everything happening at this year’s festival — live music, carnival rides, special events, and plenty of family fun. Next, we caugh...

Send us Fan Mail   This week on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast, we recap our first car show of the season! Even with temps in the 40s and strong Wisconsin wind, 131 cars still came out to support the event. Thank you to everyone who bundled up, brought their rides, and made it a great night!  Tonight’s show features Robert from Wrenchlife Car Shows and the Living the Wrenchlife radio show presented b...

Send us Fan Mail   On tonight’s episode of the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast, we had the great opportunity to talk with Quincy Ranville about the St. Ignace Car Show, way up in Michigan’s U.P. near the Mackinac Bridge. This awesome 3-day event is fully embraced by the city and features cruising, a parade, a huge car show, and more! Hot Rod Beth stepped in for the History segment in Kyle’s absence and ab...

Send us Fan Mail Tonight on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast, we had Hot Rod Beth in the studio—and let’s just say, things got pretty entertaining. You’ll probably wish we had video rolling for this one. Al kept trying to adjust Beth’s mic, which led to some hilarious and unexpected moments on air. We also had the chance to talk with John Wells about Vintage TorqueFest, happening in Dubuque on May 1st...

Send us Fan Mail   On this episode of the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast, we sat down with Erick Esse, the second-generation organizer behind the massive Jefferson Swap Meet in Jefferson, Wisconsin. Erick shared the story of how his father, Gary, started the event and how they’re working to carry it into the future while keeping its legacy alive. Along the way, we had plenty of laughs and swapped some gr...

Send us Fan Mail   We kicked things off with Joe from Wabam — if you need something cleaned, polished, or brought back to life, they’re the team to call. They’re local to Hartford, WI and offer some seriously awesome products. Check them out at getwabam.com and use code HOTROD10 for 10% off your order! Next up, we talked with Jenny from the Patriot Riders of America. They’re hosting a show this Au...

Send us Fan Mail Tonight on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast, things got a little wild (in the best way). We caught up with Josh Michels from Michels Auto Design in Cambridge, WI, who gave us a behind-the-scenes look at their killer builds and his road to SEMA—turns out hard work and horsepower still get you there. With Kyle off soaking up some sun somewhere, Tom grabbed the mic for the history segment...

Send us Fan Mail 🔥 Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast – Bonus Episode! 🔥 On this special bonus episode, we sit down with “Mr. Nitro” himself—Wisconsin’s own Jerry Newman. With an incredible 63 years of experience tuning nitro cars, Jerry shares stories from a lifetime in drag racing. He’s worked alongside some of the biggest names in the sport and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it was really lik...

Send us Fan Mail   🔥 Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast – New Episode Out Now! 🔥 We’ve got another fun and jam-packed episode for you this week! 🎨 Amanda from Amanda Kay Tattoos in Juneau, WI joins us to talk about how she got started, her artistic style, and why hot rods and tattoos have always gone hand in hand. A perfect fit for the show! 🚗 Richard Suhar stops by to fill us in on the upcoming Coal Doc...

Send us Fan Mail   This week on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast, we had an awesome conversation with Charles LaBonge from CLB Collectibles! If you're in the market for a custom keychain for your ride, Charles is your guy—be sure to reach out at 323-810-8585. Kyle brings us up to speed with this week in automotive history, sharing some cool insights and stories you won’t want to miss. And of cours...

Send us Fan Mail   Tonight was an incredible night on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast ! We had none other than the “King of Car Shows,” Bob Larivee Sr. , founder of the International Show Car Association (ISCA) , join us for a truly special conversation. Bob shared amazing stories about how indoor car shows exploded in popularity through the 1960s, 70s, 80s, and 90s , and how he helped turn them into...

Send us Fan Mail   Tonight on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast , we dive into a great discussion about actually driving your classic cars instead of trailering them to shows. That conversation led us to a fun and insightful chat with Ed Saari from Corvette Adventures and Muscle Car Adventures. Ed shared details about their awesome driving events based out of Chula Vista in the Wisconsin Dells area — pe...

Send us Fan Mail   On this action-packed episode of Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast , we kick things off recapping our awesome time at World of Wheels — killer builds, cool people, and everything that makes car show season the best time of year.  Then we shift gears and sit down with Greg from Schwartz Agency , offering coverage through Hagerty . If you’ve got classics, customs, or collectibles in the gar...

Send us Fan Mail Tonight on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast , we officially introduced our brand-new website: 👉 www.hotrodtuesdaypodcast.com Go check it out! Don’t expect anything too fancy just yet—I’m not exactly a tech wizard—but we’re building it up and getting there! We were joined by Justin from the Wisconsin Auto Museum in Hartford , who shared some awesome history about the legendary Kissel M...

Send us Fan Mail   What a fun show this week on the Hot Rod Tuesday Podcast!   We kick things off with Ashley from RUNITWI , talking about their ambitious four-show schedule for 2026 and what fans can expect as the event continues to grow.  Next, we step outside our comfort zone and dive into something different with Ethan Clark from D.A.M.N. (Driftless Anchor Mopeds and Nopeds) . His passion, ded...

Send us Fan Mail   This week is packed from start to finish! We kick things off with Keisha Foulds , an absolute badass who built her own Bronco for SEMA . Keisha was also part of a Ford focus group that helped design the new Bronco , and she’s just an all-around blast to talk with. You’re going to love hearing about her car-crazy life and how she got where she is.  We’re also joined by Abe Hartge...

Send us Fan Mail   What really makes a car show great? We kick things off by turning the mic over to you —our fans—sharing the best takes straight from our Facebook page on what separates the must-see shows from the parking-lot duds.  Then we’re joined by Jeff Morgan from the Wisconsin Camaro Club , who drops the details on a couple of can’t-miss 2026 events , including a massive Camaro gathering...