Every car at The British Motor show looked its best, sparkling exteriors and spotless interiors it was a feast for the eyes to walk around the show this year. Someone who knows a thing or two about making cars look there best is our final guest of the series, Barry Francis. Host Adam Chambers spoke to Barry about smart cleanse who deliver professional vehicle preparation and staffing solutions for the motor trade. Barry has been in the industry for almost 20 years and his experience shines throu...
Jan 17, 2023•19 min•Season 2Ep. 12
B Radio broadcasts on digital radio and on 95.6fm across Barkshire and 106.5fm across Hampshire and Surrey. Roger Noble was recording live from the show just like us so he joined Dan Cottrell in the Podcab to record the world's first live radio podcast cross over in the back of a London Cab (we'll have to get Pravin to confirm that one).
Jan 17, 2023•7 min•Season 2Ep. 11
One of the main focuses of the show this year was sustainability, one of the most exciting technologies that will power the next generation of eco friendly cars is suitable fuels. Dan Cottrell as joined in the Podcab by David Richardson from Coryton a manufacturer of blended, sustainable fuels. In this episode David explains the technology and how sustainable fuels will play a vital role in getting to net zero.
Jan 17, 2023•16 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Dan Cottrell was joined by Tiff Needell in the back of the Podcab. Formally serving as presenter of Top Gear and Fifth Gear Tiff has enjoyed a stellar carer as a racing driver and presenter. Dan sat down with him to talk cars and his favourite memories from his distinguished presenting career.
Jan 17, 2023•5 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Dan Cottrell is joined by Edmund King, President of the Automotive Association. Edmend heads up public affairs and communications for the AA and is often found on radio and television as a commentator on industry events. Dan is joined by Edmund in the Podcab to talk about his work, his favourite sites of the show and how he sees the future of the motor industry.
Jan 17, 2023•14 min•Season 2Ep. 8
The Caterham and District Independent is a local newspaper with a difference. With print, online and radio editions and even a podcast it combines community news and support for local businesses of which our very own Podcast Guys are one. Dan Cottrell sat down with Louise in the Podcab to discuss how she runs a local newspaper and her favourite sites at the show.
Jan 17, 2023•8 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Kevin Nicks is the builder and owner of the world's fastest shed! In 2020 Kevin piloted his creation to an astonishing 106mph at an event at the Elvington Airfield. Dan Cottrell met Kevin at his shed to talk about his world record as well as his other creations and all time favourite cars.
Jan 17, 2023•10 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Roxy is talking to Charisse Smith from CMe Media, CMe work across Media Planning, Digital and Creative Marketing and Content. It was great to hear Charisse's tales of her work within the Motor Industry and have her in the Podcab to talk about the show.
Jan 17, 2023•5 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Dan Cottrell chats to Steve Nash, Chief Executive of the IMI (Institute of the Motor Industry). Steve has been in the motor industry since he graduated in 1977 and brings decades of experience to the role. He campaigns for a number of initiatives for the creation of a license to practise for those working on electric vehicles in support of grater adoption of the technology, wider take-up of apprenticeships in the automotive retail sector and the application of qualifications to ensure the highes...
Jan 17, 2023•20 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Not one, but two world records were broken at The British Motor Show 2022 and we had the honour of being joined by Pravin Patel, adjudicator at Guinness World Records. He tells us how he judges records all over the world and shares with our host Roxy, some of his favourite records from his years as an adjudicator.
Jan 17, 2023•25 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Host Roxy is joined by Abi Stephens, sports presenter and performance coach. Whether it's presenting MotoGP on BT Sport or interviewing boxers ring side on euro sport Abi is a renowned presenter with a decade of experience. It was great to have her in the Podcab to discuss her career and passion for motor sport.
Jan 16, 2023•14 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Dan Cottrell talks to Ruben from Ruben Hage Racing. Ruben is taking on the biggest challenge of his young career in 2022 moving to senior racing to contest the Gengtta GT5 challenge at the helm of a G40 GT5. We sat down in the Podcab along with fellow young racing drivers Charlie Lower and Joe Dalgarno to talk motor sport and competing at such a young age.
Jan 16, 2023•9 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Hosts of the 2021 British Motor Show and Car SOS presenters Tim and Fuzz join Dan Cottrell in the Podcab to wrap up the show. They talk about their highlights, what they’re looking forward to for next year’s show and their upcoming projects.
Sep 16, 2021•8 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Ben is an automotive charity, operating for over 100 years in the UK. Ben supports individuals to navigate through life’s challenges, empowering them to make positive, lasting change. Host Dan Cottrell is joined by Steve Pinchen to discuss the work that they do, as well as their favourite sights from the Motor Show.
Sep 16, 2021•6 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Automotive royalty Mike Rutherford joins Dan Cottrell for a chat in the Podcab, fresh from announcing his new role as the President of the Motor Show. Mike is an award-winning motoring journalist, and appeared every day at the show on the Live Stage to discuss his cars of the year. In this episode he talks about his favourite cars, his career, and shares stories from his travels.
Sep 16, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 18
First Step Trust is a charity who work with people from disadvantaged backgrounds, with over 30 years’ experience of providing opportunities for people excluded from working life because of mental health conditions, learning disabilities, drug or alcohol and other disadvantages. Host Dan Cottrell talks to Katie about the work the charity are doing and the classic cars they’ve restored to raise awareness and funding.
Sep 16, 2021•6 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Dan Cottrell has the honour of being joined in the Podcab by Linda, mother of British Motor Show organiser and head of Marketing Lisa Benton. They discuss the return of the Motor Show, the focus on families and what we can expect from the 2022 show.
Sep 16, 2021•5 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Host Adam Chambers is joined by Robert Dean from Curated Vehicle Management, a man who has worn many hats throughout his automotive career. Robert’s work included overseeing the restoration of many vintage and classic cars, as well as more modern F1 cars and the management of a large automotive collection. Robert spent 23 years as the responsible curator for the prestigious automotive collection owned by Bernie Ecclestone, known worldwide as the owner of F1, now retired. In this episode he recou...
Sep 16, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Classic Car Connections aim is to bring together car enthusiasts and businesses to enjoy events and share knowledge of classic cars. Ian & Lee step into the Podcab and talk to host Adam Chambers about the weird and wonderful cars they had on display at the Motor Show, their passion for classic and unusual cars and what they want to see in the future for the car industry.
Sep 16, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Adam Chambers joins James from West Heath Garage and the Subaru stand at the Motor Show in the Podcab, for a chat about the automotive industry.
Sep 16, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Adam Chambers is joined by Jim Gibson, from the Citroen Car Club. The Classic Arena at the Motor Show hosts vintage and classic cars, and was one of the most popular attractions at the show. Jim talks about his favourite cars and the memories they evoke.
Sep 16, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 14
The World Solar Challenge, one of the toughest and most prestigious events, gives teams from around the world the opportunity to design and build a vehicle to operate along a 3000km outback route from Adelaide to Darwin in Australia. Adam Chambers is joined for this episode by Hannah and Tom, two young designers who competed in 2019. They discuss the car Helia , built by Cambridge students to compete in the race and appearing at the motor show, as well as their career ambitions and how solar and...
Sep 16, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Host Adam Chambers is joined in the Podcab by Gabriele Severini from Drive My Career - a platform to help prospective employees find a position in the automotive industry - and Dave Reece from School of Thought – an organisation working with schools and colleges to highlight the advantages and opportunities a career within the motor trade can yield. They discuss careers in the automotive trade and how young people can break into the industry.
Sep 16, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 11
The Car Crowd is the UK’s first crowd-funding platform for cars. They source the UK’s most sought after classic cars and offer shares in these cars to the general public at affordable prices. David from the Car Crowd stopped by the Podcab to talk with Adam Chambers about the initiative, and shared his favourite sights from the 2021 British Motor Show.
Sep 16, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 10
When two hosts collide – you can expect fireworks. Experienced podcast host and Podcast Guys Podcaster-In-Chief Dan Cottrell is interviewed by new kid on the block Adam Chambers about his experiences at the Motor Show, the history of the Podcab, his work with the Podcast Guys and what it’s like to record podcasts live from the Motor Show floor.
Sep 16, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 9
After a 13 year hiatus, the British Motor Show finally re-opened on the 19th of August 2021. Across 4 days, 45,000 people passed through the doors to get a glimpse of old and new rare cars, celebrity guests, live stunts and racing simulators. One of the popular sights was the Podcab, a London taxi converted by the Podcast Guys into a mobile podcast studio. A pink carpet led interested passers by into the back of the cab, where they shared their thoughts on the show and their favourite things to ...
Sep 16, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 7
After a 13 year hiatus, the British Motor Show finally re-opened on the 19th of August 2021. Across 4 days, 45,000 people passed through the doors to get a glimpse of old and new rare cars, celebrity guests, live stunts and racing simulators. One of the popular sights was the Podcab, a London taxi converted by the Podcast Guys into a mobile podcast studio. A pink carpet led interested passers by into the back of the cab, where they shared their thoughts on the show and their favourite things to ...
Sep 16, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Host Cal Mac is in the back of the Podcab talking to Touring Car drivers Aiden Moffat & Ash Sutton. The pair discuss the best cars they’ve ever driven, tell us about their favourite moments from the Motor Show and reveal whether they could drift the Podcab.
Sep 15, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Rugby League legend Martin Offiah looks back on his career and discusses his love of cars with host Cal Mac. He reveals his passion for promoting electric vehicles, his love for Tesla and the part he plays in the campaign to push the electric vehicle discussion into the public psyche.
Sep 15, 2021•6 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Another legend of the game, ex-cricketer and Question Of Sport stalwart Phil Tufnell hops in the Podcab to talk cars with host Cal Mac. Phil reminisces on his I’m A Celeb appearance and victory, and remembers the best car he’s ever bought.
Sep 15, 2021•6 min•Season 1Ep. 4
