Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast

Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast

Author: Bill Tsagrinos Language: English Episodes: 100
Bill Tsagrinos hosts Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast, a deep and personal dive into the world of vintage Volkswagens that feels more like a conversation in a well-stocked garage than a formal history lesson. This podcast is built on a genuine commitment to the hobby's rich past, focusing not just on the iconic vehicles themselves but on the passionate individuals and innovators who shaped the culture around them. Each episode uncovers stories from the early days of the aftermarket, tracing how a simple car evolved into a global phenomenon of customization and community. You'll hear firsthand accounts from the pioneers-the builders, designers, and small business owners-whose creativity and mechanical ingenuity defined entire eras of VW modification and restoration. It’s a blend of casual storytelling and detailed historical insight, perfect for anyone who appreciates how human passion drives automotive legacy. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration that connects the dots between yesterday's garage tinkerers and today's thriving classic VW scene, making this podcast an essential listen for both seasoned enthusiasts and those just discovering the depth of the air-cooled world.
Episodes
Ep 302 Buyer beware! Auctions  Private sales & Brazilians [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:16
On this weeks episode we discuss some buyers guide topics. Also, the cars that have gone through Barrett Jackson recently and how that's going to affect the current market and future market of particular models specifica…
Ep 301 Notch 1500 Simon Kelley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:01
This podcast is an amazing story of how someone who is on a different path gets put into a trajectory that changes everything that they do. Simon Kelley's that man, world traveler, living life with a passion to discover…
EP 300 Tony Hunter ELIMINATOR Bug 87' VW Trends Cover car [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:31
The 1980's was a time when pop culture influenced the car scene. Nowhere better was this exemplified than the "Eliminator Bug" built by Tony Hunter out of Loganville, Georgia. Imagine being 18 years old and having your c…
Ep 299 CORY MAC BRIAN WATTS VWF [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:13
On this weeks episode, let's talk dubs. We do a sit down with Cory Mac and Brian Watts two of the three promoters for the Vegas world finals. We discussed the evolution of this event, how they feel it turned out, and als…
Ep 298 FULL CUSTOM IAN ROUSSEL [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:39
an Roussel is a passionate VW enthusiast, artist, hot rod builder, and a true jack-of-all-trades. If something stays still long enough, Ian will find a way to transform it into something extraordinary—often with a creati…
Episode 297: The Life and Speed of Drag Racer Tom Simon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:00
In this episode of *Let's Talk Dubs*, we sit down with Tom Simon, an iconic figure in the world of drag racing and a long-time enthusiast of classic Volkswagens. Tom shares his incredible journey, from early days in the…
Ep 296 Vegas World Finals talk with Adam Wik Vito & Michael With BDRA [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:32
On this weeks episode, we discussed the Vegas world finals drag racing. I bring on Adam Wik to get a drag racers perspective on how the event went down and his impressions. Also, I give my thoughts and two cents on the d…
Ep 295 Shooting Cool Videos with vegasmicahg [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:10
This weekend coming up is the Vegas world finals drag racing at the Las Vegas motor Speedway. We discuss a little bit of that toward the end of the podcast but we spent some time talking about the new video that Bill and…
Ep 294 Cory Mac's Race of Champion in Las Vegas with Brian Watts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:32
This year December 7th is the first Cory Mac's Vegas world finals. Putting on a drag racing event is no small feat. Las Vegas motor Speedway is one of the premier tracks on the West Coast and to put on a Volkswagen event…
Ep 293 The VW 1500 Type 3 History [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:03
On this episode, we discussed the history of the type three 1500 better known in the US by the models the square back, the notchback and the type 34 ghia were never officially imported to the United States. This podcast…