For the last year we have made it our mission to tell the stories of the past, present and future of monster trucks on the west coast. We never thought that this podcast would grow to the level it has, attracting many big name guests and announcements. It is with that in mind that we announce that the podcast will be going on hiatus. With schedules becoming increasingly busier in real life monster trucks, we do not feel that we can maintain our standard bringing quality guests to the podcast eve...
Jun 02, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 47
"You don't know jack" until you listen to this episode! Jack Koberna is a true legend in monster trucks, becoming an early innovator in many of the technologies exploited in the business today. The creative mind behind Cyborg, Tuff E' Nuff and The Beast is showing no signs of slowing down, and has a lifetime worth of memories to share.
May 22, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Wild Card is here! We get the exclusive details from Eric Swanson, Bo Swanson and BJ Johnson, and we share some good laughs and stories! The newest truck from Obsession Racing is ready to rock!
May 13, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Paul Jensen has been around monster trucks for most of his life. He learned the ropes driving for Team KCM in trucks such as Spider-Man and Kaptain Insano and took his talents around the globe. Now as one of the leaders of Team Throttle Monster, Paul is poised to bring Jurassic Attack back to the winner's circle.
May 08, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Skyler Neibaur is the live motorsports producer behind the popular Monster Truck Insanity Tour and Live A Little Productions. Skyler's team of professionals is dedicated to producing the best events possible wherever they go. Skyler's story is down-to-earth and full of laughs that perfectly define his live events.
May 01, 2021•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Rudy Martin Del Campo is a lifelong fan that is not afraid to get dirty to learn something new. This up-and-coming driver has turned wrenches for the biggest teams in pursuit of getting behind the wheel of the Hang Loose monster truck. Rudy's story is filled with memories working with the likes of JR McNeal and Rick Swanson, and the best part is that he is not slowing down.
Apr 17, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Is Russell Steeley getting back behind the wheel of a monster truck? Jimmy Creten and 2Xtreme Racing's longtime hired gun has had his phone ringing, and this veteran is getting the itch again! Hear Russell share his story traveling coast-to-coast as the driver of Iron Outlaw and Bounty Hunter, as well as accomplishing a couple firsts for the popular Knucklehead truck!
Apr 10, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 42
"Ranger" Joe Cypher is an accomplished veteran, both as the driver of Airborne Ranger and as an Army Ranger. As the driver of the world's first hand-controlled monster truck, Joe quickly became one of the sport's top competitors, earning a birth at the inaugural World Finals. Joe's inspirational journey is a reminder that despite life's challenges, hard work and determination will always succeed at the end.
Apr 03, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Nathan Weenk may have been the last Weenk brother to get behind the wheel of a monster truck, but he has never lived in their shadows. Nathan quickly learned the monster truck business driving Jurassic Attack before getting the golden opportunity to drive El Toro Loco. Key victories in the 2008 season solidified Nathan as a top talent, and his story proves that he is a dedicated racer ready to strike when the opportunity arises, no matter what he is driving.
Mar 27, 2021•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 40
The Veteran's main goal is to honor veterans and pay tribute while providing fun for the whole family! This truck is all about giving back, and doing it in ways like no other monster truck team has done before. The Veteran has huge plans for the future, including a race truck! Driver Jeff Alire and owner Phil Wilson join us for a very special episode as they walk us through the history of the team and the incredible events that have participated in thus far!
Mar 20, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Jason Court is not afraid to send it! The driver of the Roughneck monster truck out of Western Canada has quickly become one of the sport's rising stars. Hear Jason tell his story from the sand drags to backflipping a monster truck! Plus, Western Renegade's Barry Parkin drops in and surprises Jason!
Mar 13, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Tanner Root dreamed of driving a monster truck as a kid, and he did everything in his power to achieve his goals. Starting at the bottom as a merchandise vendor, Tanner worked hard to become a crew member for various teams before getting the opportunity to drive. Tanner's emotional journey to the driver's seat of trucks such as Monster Mutt and Iron Outlaw is the perfect example of doing things right in monster trucks.
Feb 27, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Corey Clark always wanted to drive monster trucks, but little did he know that a conversation with Jimmy Creten at a display would shift his life into a new gear. Newer monster truck fans may recognize Corey as the driver of the V8 Bomber or Wicked, but he is also credited as the first driver of Blacksmith and is a seasoned veteran of Team KCM. Revolutionizing the Australian monster truck scene alongside Kreg Christensen, Corey Clark is truly an international star.
Feb 20, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Todd Blaeser's famous wreck behind the wheel of Hot Stuff almost cost him his life, but instead changed the game in monster truck safety. An early veteran in in the sport, Todd piloted trucks such as Bear Foot and Hawaiian Punch to dominant victories, as well as performing his own thrill show stunts. Todd's story is a tribute to living life in the fastlane, no matter what obstacles stand in the way.
Feb 13, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 35
John Bruce has been driving for Straight Up Racing for several years. Driving such trucks as Beast Mode, Identity Theft and Spitfire, this motorsports fan know the difference between work and play. As one of Bill Payne's veteran drivers, John's perspective on monster trucks is an honest take at what is needed to be successful in the business, even if it's not all glamorous.
Feb 06, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Brian Christensen has monster trucks running through his blood! Despite his last name, Brian sought out to make his own name in the business and has succeeded. Representing all of the sport's major names, Brian continues to leave his own mark campaigning his own D'Sturbed and Beach Bum. Walk through Brian's complete timeline and hear exclusive stories from his experiences with drivers such as Jack Koberna and the late Calvin Carrington!
Jan 30, 2021•1 hr 41 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Terry Woodcock rejoins the podcast with his brother Dave Woodcock and Juan Muñoz live from the Freedom Racing shop with the inside scoop on the latest projects in the works! We are also joined by Dallas-Glenn Rogers and Michael "Buddha" Keller and take a trip back to the era of the WWF monster trucks. This is the Saloon Sitdown Encore II!
Jan 23, 2021•2 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Hawaiian Punch is coming back! It's only fitting that one of the truck's original drivers, Tim Delany, is the one bringing it back! Hear Tim's journey from the 1980s in monster trucks and learn all about the return of this classic machine!
Jan 16, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 32
It was a boyhood dream come true for Rat Attack driver Jacob Ladwig becoming a monster truck driver. A chance encounter with Sam Sturges gave Jacob the road map to success in the industry. Now a veteran of the sport, Jacob continues to raise his stock in monster trucks and prove haters wrong each and every event.
Jan 09, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Mike Welch and Jeff Bainter were not just heated rivals, but better friends. The two combined have over 75 years in the monster truck industry, leading both to Hall of Fame honors. Often imitated, but never duplicated, this marathon episode features classic stories from two legends that you have to hear to believe!
Jan 02, 2021•3 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Ed Beckley made a name for himself jumping motorcycles in some of the sport's biggest venues. Now as the face of Checkered Flag Promotions, Ed's 30+ years in motorsports has made him a legend in monster trucks. On an episode you cannot miss, hear Ed tell his incredible stories promoting live entertainment, including his days working with USHRA founder Bob George.
Dec 19, 2020•1 hr 46 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Eric Swanson has monster trucks running through his blood! The second-generation driver has quickly become one of monster truck's most consistent drivers, defeating the sport's top names in the process. In his own words, hear the story of Obsessed and Eric Swanson as he continues his rise to superstardom!
Dec 12, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Jurassic Attack is back! We get the exclusive details from new drivers David "Too Tall" Olfert and Paul Jensen from Team Throttle Monster! We are also joined by special guest Don Frankish and get his thoughts on the return of Jurassic Attack!
Dec 05, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Fire it up! Rick Quercio has made a living lighting up crowds with jet engines in trucks such as Pure Hell, Fire Monster and Fire Chief. Rick's 30+ years on the road comes with the stories to back it up! This is a can't-miss episode featuring one of monster truck's favorite folk heroes!
Nov 28, 2020•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Sam Sturges is the living legend still entertaining crowds today driving Unnamed & Untamed. Those many wild moments in the drivers seat made Sam a household name as a fierce competitor wherever he goes. No matter if it was a sand drag, a tank, a jet truck, or a ride truck, Sam's story is a tribute to good times and endless memories performing for every spectator in the stands.
Nov 21, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Dwight Mathews is one of the many veteran drivers representing Bill Payne and Straight Up Racing. Driving trucks such as Identity Theft and Beast Mode, Dwight learned the ropes by hard work and honest determination. Dwight’s story is an inside look on the harsh realities required to succeed in monster trucks.
Nov 14, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 24
All Alex Bardin wanted to do in life was drive a monster truck. From his time as a volunteer track crew member to getting his hands dirty working with Mike Harper, Alex earned every opportunity doing it the right way. This superfan's journey to driving El Oso Loco and for 2xtreme Racing is nothing short of an inspiration.
Nov 07, 2020•1 hr 45 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Canadian veteran Barry Parkin rose to stardom with the Western Renegade monster truck, and continues to entertain crowds with the Robo Dragon. Barry quickly found success and took his talents all across North America and Australia. Hear Barry's journey in the industry, and get a sneak peek at his future monster truck plans!
Oct 31, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Mike Christensen is more than a second-generation driver. The driver of Vendetta is one of the kings atop the Team Throttle Monster mountain, quickly growing to become one of the largest monster truck teams in the industry. Mike's fun and crazy journey is one to remember!
Oct 24, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Bruce Gault was a pioneer in monster trucks with his unique van, Barbarian. Bruce's story gives an inside look at the 1980s in the monster truck business. Plus, Hawaiian Punch's Tim Delany drops by and surprises Bruce!
Oct 17, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 20
