ep168 Dave Ekiss joins the show as Jhae and Dave drink Japanese whiskey and reminisce about the old Acura Integra and attempt to talk about the 2024 Acura Integra Type S. The newest Type S combines ultimate street performance with an exhilarating driver experience. With an impressive 320-HP*, the Integra Type S reaches new levels of performance. Arriving Summer 2023. www.acura.com Connect with the show: HardParkingPod.com Instagram JhaePfenning Support us on Patreon YouTube HardPar...
Apr 10, 2023•55 min•Season 3Ep. 168
ep167 Jamie the Nomadic X-ray tech returns to review her lovely rental car from the big island of Hawaii. She always reviews the nightlife and some of the best beaches on the island then regretfully sticks around long enough to hear a special joke. Jhae reviews episode one of a docuseries called "Year Million" and it's talking points of A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) and where exactly should self aware robots fit into the future of mankind. There is also a new vehicle next to the NSX Type S, fin...
Apr 03, 2023•34 min
ep 166 Marcus DiSabella visits the Hard Parking studio during his first ever trip to Arizona. Marcus owns and operations Heeltoe Automotive, a Honda and Acura specific auto parts company that has been in business for 20 years. This conversation was recorded Saturday March 11th. Find out more at: Heeltoe Automotive https://www.heeltoeauto.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Heeltoe. Instagram: www.instagram.com/heeltoeautomotive/ Connect with the show: HardParkingPod.com Instagram JhaePfenning...
Mar 27, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 166
ep165 The owners of Helix Auto Works - Nico Zaga , Jay Bozeman , and Ramzi Vincent join the show to talk about the most talked about automobile of March 2023. This NSX was recovered from a river after being reported stolen over 16 years ago. Helix Auto Works purchased it for $8,500 and plans to fully restore it. But what will come of the vehicle now that it has gained so much attention from news outlets and automotive journalism from around the world? Also in this episode, Jhae decides on a new ...
Mar 20, 2023•26 min•Season 3Ep. 165
Ep164. Jhae and Ivette spend a week on the big island of Hawaii and are reminded of the nuances that come with travel in 2023. Jhae has a run in with the TSA and in a separate incident, has his personal space violated in the airport restroom. In this episode, Jhae recaps the best of the trip from volcanos, excursion adventures, and even dips into the astronomy. They visit an old friend from the mainland who is now living on the big island and there is even time to do a rental car review on a 202...
Mar 13, 2023•56 min•Season 3Ep. 164
ep163 Chris Cut (NSXTRA) joins the show from his camper top NSX, find out what happens. Divya Sangam of ValuePenguin.com is back, this time to talk about fatal car crash statistics. Finally Bobchat Podcast debuts new segment.
Mar 06, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 163
ep162. Are you a giver or are you a taker in life? Or are you down the middle? Meanwhile a husband and wife tag team Jhae on a negotiation, and what vehicle will Jhae buy next between the Acura MDX and the Infiniti QX60? The answer might surprise you. Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.com · Instagram JhaePfenning · Support us on Patreon · YouTube HardParkingPodcast · Support This Podcast on Anchor · HardParkingPodcast@gmail.com Hard Parking Media LLC Jhae Pfenning
Feb 27, 2023•32 min•Season 3Ep. 162
ep161 What happens when two car guys sit down to record a podcast episode while sipping some Yamazaki Japanese whisky? You get a conversation that covers the claim of over 1,000 train derailments a year, UFO's, warehouse/factory fires, and whether humans are the only living thing in the cosmos. Why did Phil choose a 997 Porsche 911 over other vehicles? Phil can be followed on Instagram: www.instagram.com/misteraficionado/ Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.com · Instagram JhaePfenning · Supp...
Feb 20, 2023•57 min•Season 3Ep. 161
ep160 In this episode, the host Jhae Pfenning does the annual Celebrity Super Bowl picks round of phone calls. Special thanks to this years group, philanthropist Cody Walker, actor /director Noel G "Hector", Phoenix Rising Team Captain Darnell King, actor / director Reggie Watkins, actor Victor Togunde, writer/producer Noah R Nelson, race car driver Ryan Eversley, NASCAR correspondent / personality Dylan Mamba Smith, and motivator Wes Tankersley. Finally some car news. A Lamborghini Urus was spo...
Feb 13, 2023•32 min•Season 3Ep. 160
ep159 In this episode, Aaron Forrester makes his return to the show to preview the Tempe Beach Concours event coming up March 18, 2023. This is a co-branded event with Modded Kulture and Phoenix Childrens Hospital. The event will take place in Tempe, Arizona. Aaron and Jhae drink some whiskey and complain about how street car takeovers are ruining everything for everyone. Jhae does a very quick recap of the Concours on Fountain Hills event. Aaron can be followed on instagram: www.instagram.com/a...
Feb 06, 2023•52 min•Season 3Ep. 159
ep158 Jhae recaps his multiple trips to Barrett Jackson (Scottsdale) and goes to space with two friends during the visit (sort of). Then Napalm Glitter travels for work and gets to rent vehicles. She tells us about her rentals and what she does for work. In car news, Tesla is not the leading EV in the world, find out which company actually is. Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.com · Instagram JhaePfenning · Support us on Patreon · YouTube HardParkingPodcast · Support This Podcast on Anchor ...
Jan 30, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 158
ep 157 Drew Bunkley comes to the studio to talk about the Corvette E-Ray. Drew is the shows residential authority on all things Corvette, known on social media as C8Matrix and WestGate Exotic Cars and Rentals. Also on the show, Divya Sangam (Insurance spokesperson of ValuePenguin.com) calls in to discuss the mandatory auto insurance increase for 2023 by more than 8%. Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.com · Instagram JhaePfenning · Support us on Patreon · YouTube HardParkingPodcast · Support...
Jan 23, 2023•27 min•Season 3Ep. 157
ep156 In this episode, Jhae previews the upcoming Future Collector Car Show, taking place at Westworld via Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction in Scottsdale AZ. This episode also introduces "Jamie The Nomadic Xray Tech" (IG: ItsJustMeJamaica ) as she recaps her hate for the Dodge minivan rental she was once stuck with. Has sending PMs on social media replaced just texting someone that you have the phone number of? Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.com · Instagram JhaePfenning · Support us on Patre...
Jan 16, 2023•26 min•Season 3Ep. 156
ep.155 In this episode, Jhae comments on a friends social media post about a customer who shot down a would-be robber in self-defense. But the video and news reported so far leaves a little gray area on the line between self-defense and murder. Brian Sailes of The Warriors Collection joins to discuss. Brian Sailes is not only a gun advocate but teaches gun safety and self defense gun courses. Does what transpired in the video matter if this was in Texas, California, or somewhere else? Houston Ne...
Jan 09, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 155
ep 154 The car world was devastated to hear of the legendary Hoonigan founder, professional rally car driver and cultural icon Ken Block passing from a snowmobile accident in Utah on Monday January 2, 2023. Also in this episode, what did you do for NYE? Jhae reflects on the death of his father and the fragility of life and the fragile mindsets we carry forward day to day. Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.com · Instagram JhaePfenning · Support us on Patreon · YouTube HardParkingPodcast · Su...
Jan 03, 2023•24 min•Season 3Ep. 154
ep153 Before the show notes, I would like to thank everyone for tuning into this podcast as often as you are able. There are over 2 million podcasts in the world. I look forward to reaching more people in 2023 and beyond but I will need everyone's help to do so. Have a happy and safe New Years. In this episode: What is the deal with people not using the red heart emoji when liking a message on social media? Have social media family posts replaced the traditional Christmas family photos in the ma...
Dec 27, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 153
ep152 Famous Subaru Instagram owner Eric Rodsa joins Jhae in studio to recap Fuel Fest Arizona. Eric also joins the LeenCustoms family with his Subaru pin drop. We talk about transitioning from the military to the private sector life and we get into Q&A. What is better, PB&J or grilled cheese? Best Nintendo game ever? All that and more in this episode. Eric Rodsa can be found on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/thirstiaz/ Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.com · Instagram Jhae...
Dec 19, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 152
ep 141.5 I was recently called out on my YouTube video that Brittney Griner was caught with allegedly cannabis oil, and not CBD oil. Cannabis oil contains far more THC and is illegal in most states still. Although her doctor sent over proof it was medically prescribed which does supersede the legality in many states, it was still far more of a potent product that CBD oil. With that being said, CBD is still derived from the cannabis plant and is still 100% illegal in Russia. Would that have made ...
Dec 15, 2022•14 min•Season 2Ep. 141
ep151 In this episode, Jhae opens with his thoughts on the United States / Russia prisoner exchange involving WNBA star Brittney Griner and a Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, also known as The Merchant of Death. Did the Biden administration do the right thing? Was this all because Brittney Griner is a famous American Citizen or should it have never got to this point? Jhae lightens up the episode in reminiscing on Fuel Fest Phoenix 2022. Is Jhae Pfenning a legit bonafide superstar? Jhae also meet...
Dec 12, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 151
ep150 Lewis Hamilton under fire from rental car company. Find out why in this episode as host Jhae watches and comments on the story. Also, after 19 months of owning the 2009 Infiniti FX50S, Jhae is starting to have thoughts about the future of this rare SUV. Is it worth it? Are there troubles with the NSX Type S or is it bad installation issues? All that and more in this episode. Source: https://www.yahoo.com/now/rental-company-owned-r34-lewis-142400350.html Connect with the show · HardParkingP...
Dec 05, 2022•41 min•Season 2Ep. 150
ep149. A man buys $50,000 worth of gas and gives it away for Thanksgiving. Ford recalls over 640,000 SUVs, and Jhae almost kills himself changing out a ceiling fan in his home. All that and more in this weeks episode. Cited articles: https://news4sanantonio.com/news/nation-world/boston-man-donates-50k-in-free-gas-for-the-holidays https://www.newsy.com/stories/ford-recalls-over-634k-suvs-due-to-fuel-leaks-and-fire-risk/#:~:text=Ford%20Motor%20Co.%20is%20recalling,liter%2C%20three%2Dcylinder%20eng...
Nov 28, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 149
ep 148 In this episode, Jhae talks about some personal friendship drama with a long time friend. How would you handle this situation? Listen to find out what the situation was, and how it was handled. The new Toyota Prius has been announced with concepts revealed. Jhae drives a 2023 Honda CR-V and an iconic movie from the late 1960's has a sequel announced. Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.com · Instagram JhaePfenning · Support us on Patreon · YouTube HardParkingPodcast · Support This Podc...
Nov 21, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 148
ep147. Jhae encounters an odd customer service experience ordering food, and as equally of an odd experience getting an order fulfilled by a local small business. The 2023 Honda Civic Type R has started showing up at dealerships. According to a Car Scoops article, California based tuner Hondata has come up with different dyno numbers than what Honda has been publishing. Will the world arrive at the mass EV era or will everything be significantly delayed as globally the infrastructure does not ex...
Nov 14, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 147
ep 146 If you missed out in SEMA this year like the rest of us, the two show guest's this week will fill you in. First time SEMA attendee Chris Topher (IG: Sloow_Turbo) has his vehicle indoors on display. Learn what his thoughts are about SEMA and his experiences. Danny Nikkhoo has also returned from SEMA to sit in-studio to provide some insight on what was, and wasn't at SEMA compared to past years, as well as what looks to be coming soon for the event. Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.co...
Nov 07, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 146
ep 145 In this episode, Jhae is joined in studio briefly by professional published photographer Danny Nikkhoo as Danny prepares for his week at SEMA. Jhae is later joined by Fox Factory's own Nate Smith, coming off a 2021 SEMA build trophy. Nate and his team is back with two projects for 2022. At home Jhae and his wife are planning to overhaul the back yard, but will they lose the lemon tree? Or is Jhae's mother in law fighting to keep the tree by any means necessary? Guests: Danny Nikkhoo- dani...
Oct 31, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 145
ep144. In this episode, Jhae Pfenning is joined on the phone with guest Elle Victoria. Elle is an author, business owner, life-long car lover, inventor, and more. Find out how she became "Heels N Clutch" on social media and what her keys to staying relevant are in this highly competitive social media driven world. Elle Victoria can be reached at: HeelsNClutch@gmail.com www.instagram.com/heelsnclutch/ Connect with the show · HardParkingPod.com · www.instagram.com/jhae.pfenning/ · www.patreon.com/...
Oct 24, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 144
ep 143 NSXPO is the premier annual event put on by the NSX Club of America in celebration of the Acura NSX and the people who own them. 2022 is the first year NSXPO has been in Arizona since 2005. The event moves around from city to city, and region by region. In this episode Jhae Pfenning is joined by in-studio guest Jason Lo of Georgia. Both people are losing their voice after 4 days of shenanigans and in this episode recap of the weekend, you will find out why. Connect with the show · Instagr...
Oct 18, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 143
ep142 A woman is trying to sue Hertz for the rental company having reported the vehicle stolen. Despite providing proof of rental, she has been arrested multiple times over a four year span. Also the new Ford F150 Lightning is performing poorly in the tow category unless you have the Platinum Edition. Was the police officer out of line when he pulled over the person in California with the Hyundai N? Charles Hicks of 21stcentury LLC car lot. Connect with the show · Instagram JhaePfenning · Suppor...
Oct 10, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 142
ep141 Pilot Mike Keys sits down in studio with Jhae Pfenning. At just the age of 22, Mike Keys has been flying Private Jets for the rich and famous for over a year. Listen to Mike tell his stories of perseverance in refusing to give up on his goals so far in life. You can follow Mike on multiple social media outlets, most common is his Instagram : MikeHKeys Connect with the show · Instagram JhaePfenning · www.patreon.com/HardParkingPodcast · YouTube HardParkingPodcast · Facebook · Twitter JhaePf...
Oct 03, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 141
ep140 Tesla locks owner out and wants $26,000 for a new battery before door can be opened. Jhae visits Buffalo for the Monday Night Football game and rents a smoke filled rental car. Connect with the show · Instagram JhaePfenning · Support us on Patreon · YouTube HardParkingPodcast · Facebook · Twitter JhaePfenning · Support This Podcast on Anchor · HardParkingPodcast@gmail.com Hard Parking Media LLC Jhae Pfenning...
Sep 26, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 140
