The Wild Cast

In this episode of The Wild Cast, we sit down with the iconic John "Roothy" Rooth, a name synonymous with 4WDing and outback adventure in Australia. Roothy opens up about his journey from growing up in the remote Flinders Ranges to becoming a household name through his work with 4WD Action and his legendary truck, Milo. From stories of bush mechanics to outback adventures and his lifelong campaign...

In this episode of The Wild Cast, we sit down with Paul and Richard, the duo behind Mr. Landcruiser, the go-to experts for classic Land Cruiser enthusiasts. Join us as they share their passion for restoring and upgrading these iconic 4x4s, from the beloved 40 series to the rugged 60 series. Discover how they turned a hobby into a thriving business, the challenges of sourcing rare parts, and their...

In this episode of The Wild Cast, we hit the dirt with Dan, the mastermind behind Carbon Offroad . From teaching outdoor education to becoming a key player in the off-road industry, Dan shares the journey of building Carbon Offroad from the ground up. Learn how he identified gaps in the market, developed the ultra-lightweight and waterproof winches, and the trials of creating a product line that n...

Join us on The Wild Cast as Glenn Hadden from Zuce opens up about how he as changed his life towards new horizons. Without dwelling on the details, Glenn touches on the personal changes that sparked his remarkable transformation, focusing on healthier habits and rediscovering his zest for the great outdoors. Tune in to hear about his renewed passion for adventure, insights from past escapades, and...

Join us in this episode of The Wild Cast as we gear up with Stephen Meyer, the force behind Inhouse Fabrication. Celebrating a decade of cutting-edge customizations, Stephen shares his journey from welding staircases to pioneering advancements in titanium exhaust systems for luxury cars. Dive into the intricacies of fabricating exotic car parts, the thrill of pushing boundaries into streetcar real...

DMW might not have started out as an acronym for Dirty Muddy Weekends… but the name sure fits. In this cracking ep we talk to Reuben, founder of DMW, about how he got his start doing epic chops, conversions, and GMV upgrades. It’s a wide-ranging chat about favourite builds, favourite camping spots, mental health, the difficulties of being a boss, and all the crazy hoops you have to jump through fo...

"Beyond the Trail: Empowering Adventures with Brendan from New Wave Care" In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode, we venture beyond the beaten path with a special guest who's making a significant difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Brendan, from New Wave Care, shares the transformative power of adventure. New Wave Care is not your ordinary care provider; they specialise in b...

"Lifting Expectations: Inside the World of Custom Suspensions with Matt from Direct Suspensions" In this episode of The Wild Cast, we're dialling in on the backbone of any 4WD enthusiast's dream build - custom suspensions.  From the dusty trails of the Australian Bush to the backroads of the Glass House Mountains, discover how Direct Suspensions is changing the game with its cutting-edge products....

The Harder You Work, the Luckier You Get, with  Clay Taylor from Method Race Wheels Australia joins us for an epic, freewheeling chat about everything from the lucky break at a US racing event that led to them importing the first Method Race Wheels into Australia, to how he kept his kids grounded by making em sell leftover zip ties to Rod Nash to earn themselves new tyres. This ep’s about wheels a...

Todays guest is my old mate, Mike from Nilrust. After over 40 years in the industry he knows a thing of two and has a few stories to tell. We chat about how times have changed and the things that stay the same.  Business works when you’ve got the best product. Listen in as we talk shop, have a few (maybe too many) drinks and dig into the nitty-gritty of running a successful operation in today's ev...

What happens when you’re about to head out camping and get an idea for something that fills a need? Well, if you’re from Matt from Triple M Tub Racks, you grab a Kmart table, rig up a cheap tarp in your backyard, and get welding. This is the story of Triple M Tub Racks, and the journey from his backyard prototype to premium custom tub racks everyone wants to get their their hands on. We talk the e...

My pronouns are ‘Toy’ and ‘Ota’, featuring Barney Lewis from Built4Offroad and Legendex. Today’s guest is a legend in the 4WD scene, Barney Lewis from Built4Offroad. We chat about his path to where he is today, from family business Genie Performance, through to starting Legendex and Built4OffRoad —and what it’s like to go from making DVDs to having 2 million views on a clip you thought might be se...

In the first episode of The Wild Cast, we crack open a beer and shoot the breeze with Darren, owner of The Little Rig and his new venture, the Little Rig Shop.  We did a bonnet for another zoom that Daz saw and that’s why he reached out to me here at Wild Side Garage, but the list of mods Darren has done on this epic Jimny go way back and just keeps coming, including at least 4 different lift kits...