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 312 Nicole Johnsons Detour from Youtube [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:53:50
Nicole Johnson has a lot of Motorsports experience and she's got an excellent YouTube channel called Nicole Johnson's detour. You probably have seen one of the videos her most popular is a 500 horse powered Subaru sleepe…
Ep 311 VW builder Jason Lindquist [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:24
Jason Lindquist hales out of the northern California area. He's known for preserving and finding low mileage original Volkswagens, that's his passion. For other people he does restorations and preservations for them as w…
Ep 310 The Devin with Read Kerlin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:11
One thing I love about the VW world is there's never a dull moment and there's always something new. For example, the Devin this is the first time I've ever seen this car was at a type three rally meet up in front of ISP…
Ep 309 VW guy turned to Porsche guy John Benton (Benton Performance) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:36:41
Buying a car before he could drive was the best thing that could ever happen to a 14-year-old kid. Hopping on his bike and taking a carburetor to the local German mechanic to get some understanding of how to make things…
Ep 308 Chase the impossible Type 3 Pedro Sainz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:56
Pedro Sainz is one of the most obsessed type three builders that there is. Starting with his notchback a chance meeting at the first Nona meeting with Lee Hedges as friends they pushed each other to build their cars as o…
Ep 307 80's builds what did it cost BITD? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:09
This year's One crazy weekend is going to be debuting quite a few 80s cars. 80s tribute cars are back and on this episode. We discussed what it took to build and back then what was the condition you found them in and wha…
EP 306 Bob Lacoste Re-mastered [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:31
On this episode, Bill discusses going to the diecast super convention what that experience was like and also being a member of DBK and meeting Bob Lacoste. The majority of this podcast is a remastered version of my origi…
Ep 305 David Craig grass valley Bugs for you [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:37
David Craig is one of those guys that is behind the scenes most of the time. Originally starting as Volkswagen shop bugs for you in grass Valley California. David went on to partner with people like Rich Kimball on some…
EP 304 THE BUG BOX Walter Jelinek [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:11:44
Sometimes you meet people that have been in the scene so long that the effect that they've had and the cars they've built ripple on for quite a while. That's the case with Walter Jelinek. Walter started the Bug box in 19…