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Car Guy Confessions

Car Guy Confessions

Jeff Smith, Steve Strope & Cam Benty

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Show overview

Car Guy Confessions has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 65 episodes. That works out to roughly 55 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.

Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 43 min and 55 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Leisure show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 weeks ago, with 9 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 26 episodes published. Published by Jeff Smith, Steve Strope & Cam Benty.

Episodes
65
Running
2023–2026 · 3y
Median length
50 min
Cadence
Fortnightly

From the publisher

Presented by ARP From custom car stories seldom told from the wild adventures of magazine editors to the latest custom car builds and the future of performance and hot rodding.

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Bangshift's Chad Reynolds, LS Swap Book Author Jefferson Bryant

May 4, 202653 min

Pinstriper Jeff Styles, Evel Knievel Van Build, Custom Paintwork

Apr 20, 202655 min

S1 Ep 133Robbie Azevedo, Rods N Mods, High School Hot Rods, EV F100

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPCustom truck and hot rod builder Robbie Azevedo joins Jeff to share his journey from a young builder taking home SEMA and GNRS awards fresh out of high school, to being one of the youngest builders honored by the Sacramento Autorama and now building custom F100s and muscle cars in Utah.See more from Rods N Mods at @rodsnmods and from Robbie Azevedo at @robbie.azevedo.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com/.Checkout OBS Truck Parts for your 88-98 at https://www.obsclash.com/For more automotive podcasts, videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com/

Apr 6, 202642 min

S1 Ep 132Cotati Speed Shop, Zane Cullen, Hot Rod History, Racing History

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPCam sits down with long time hot rod and custom car builder Zane Cullen of Cotati Speed Shop to discuss racing and hot rodding history as well as new builds.See more from Cotati Speed Shop at @cotatispeedshop.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com/.Checkout OBS Truck Parts for your 88-98 at https://www.obsclash.com/For more automotive podcasts, videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com/

Mar 23, 202647 min

S1 Ep 127Tim Strange, Kustoms, BMX, Pro Street History, Podcasting

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPTim Strange shares his story of crafting his first custom, a 1954 Chevy and being inspired not only by hot rod kustom builders but pro street pioneers. Now, Tim and his wife Carrie not only head a BMX team but produce their own podcast capturing stories of legends in the industry.See more from Strange Motion and Tim himself @rodbuilder and https://www.strangemotion.com/. Checkout the Strange Motion Way podcast as well.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com/.Checkout OBS Truck Parts for your 88-98 at https://www.obsclash.com/For more automotive podcasts, videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com/

Mar 9, 202651 min

S1 Ep 130Type 1 Restorations, Slonaker Winning VW Karma Ghia, GNRS

Jeff Smith sits down with Type One Restorations owner/builder Buddy Hale and Dennis, owner of the 2026 Slonaker Award winning VW Karma Ghia, dubbed Karma.See more from Type One Restorations @typeonerestorations and https://www.t1resto.com/.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com/.Checkout OBS Truck Parts for your 88-98 at https://www.obsclash.com/For more automotive podcasts, videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com/

Feb 23, 202632 min

S1 Ep 129Three Amigos at the Grand National Roadster Show, Petersen Photo Archives

The Car Guys kick things off at the Grand National Roadster Show with some updates on Jeff’s new garage shop, Steve’s latest hot rod in a box project and Cam shares B-Roll photos from iconic Petersen magazine shoots including Mickey Thompson on the lake bed.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Checkout OBS Truck Parts for your 88-98 at https://www.obsclash.com/For more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Feb 9, 202648 min

S1 Ep 128Veazie Bros Fab, Hot Rod Legacies, So Cal Speed Shop History

Steve Strope stops by the Veazie Bros Fabrication in Pomona before hitting the Grand National Roadster Show. The brothers, Evan and Justin Veazie grew up around hot rodding royalty and are continuing So Cal Speed Shop’s legacy and adding their own flair to the custom truck and hot rod scene.See more from the Veazie Bros Fabrication at @veaziebrosfab.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Jan 26, 202657 min

S1 Ep 127Mick's Paint, AMBR Winning Custom Painter, So Cal Speed Shop History

In preparation for the Grand National Roadster Show, Steve heads to Mick’s Paint to talk with Mick Jenkins. The legendary, AMBR winning custom painter shares what it takes to get high end roadsters, muscle cars and classics ready for the shows and the history of So Cal Speed shop’s paintwork.See more of Mick’s Paint at www.mickspaint.com and @mickspaint.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Jan 12, 202636 min

S1 Ep 126Best of 2025, Highlights from Petersen Auto Museum, Drag Racing and GNRS

We take a look back at some of the best moments and Car Guy stories from the year including NHRA drag racer Fast Jack Beckman, drag racing legend Paul Rossi, famed builders Troy Ladd of Hollywood Hot Rods, Rick Dobbertin and Will Posey of Big Oak Garage.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com.Recorded at the Petersen Auto Museum. Checkout the iconic museum at @petersenautomuseum and https://www.petersenautomuseum.org.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Dec 29, 202543 min

S1 Ep 125Best from GNRS 2025 2, Hot Rod Designers, Photographers and Builders

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPWe take a look at some of the journalists, custom car designers and photographers capturing the hot rod, pro street and custom car world. The Car Guys talk with builder Scott Sullivan, Hot Rod Editor John McGann, legendary photographer Randy Lorentzen, artist Eric Brockmeyer and more!Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and www.rodshows.com.Visit ARP Bolts at www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at www.autorevolutiononline.com

Dec 15, 202552 min

S1 Ep 124GNRS Highlights, Hot Rod Builders & AMBR Winners

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPWhat does it take to build America’s Most Beautiful Roadster? Or win the Slonaker award for design and engineering? Here are a few highlights from the Grand National Roadster Show including AMBR 2025 winner Troy Trepanier of Rad Rides by Troy, Builder of the Year South City Rod & Customs, competitor Ironworks Speed & Kustom and more!Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Dec 2, 202538 min

S1 Ep 123Hot Rod Legends Roy Brizio, Bobby Alloway and the Triple Crown of Rodding

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPAudio Only! Apologies for the Camera Issues.Legendary hot rod builders Bobby Alloway and Roy Brizio join Jeff Smith to share their decades of crafting the hottest street rods in the game and now hosting the Triple Crown of Rodding Show, one of the top tier custom car and truck shows in the country. Follow Roy Brizio Street Rods at @roybriziostreetrods and Alloway’s Hot Rod Shop at @allowayshotrodshop.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Nov 17, 202546 min

S1 Ep 122Driving Instructor Brendon Short, Racing Schools

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPRacing school and driving instructor Brendon Short joins Steve Strope and Cam Benty at the Petersen Auto Museum to share his love of BMW racing, proper driving techniques and the best retro cars to race in. Checkout more of Brendon’s cars and information on driving instructions on Instagram at @bmshort.Recorded at the Petersen Auto Museum. Checkout the iconic museum at @petersenautomuseum and https://www.petersenautomuseum.org.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Nov 3, 202535 min

S1 Ep 121Mitch Hines, Kustom Car Legacy, Bill Hines the Leadslinger History

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPMitch Hines joins the Car Guys to share his family story carrying on the legacy of his grandfather ’The Leadslinger’ Bill Hines and his father. Mitch and his brother are currently collecting and restoring several iconic cars including the first Impala on hydraulics, the Budha Buggy. Follow Mitch at @hineskustoms86 and learn more history with @46to64.Recorded at the Petersen Auto Museum. Checkout the iconic museum at @petersenautomuseum and https://www.petersenautomuseum.org.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Oct 21, 202547 min

S1 Ep 120Fastlane Jane, Defensive Driving Teacher, Autocross Racing Corvette

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPFastlane Jane Thurmond joins Car Guys Steve Strope and Cam Benty to talk about proper driving techniques for aspiring racers and new teen drivers. Learn more from Jane at @fastlanejane_Recorded at the Petersen Auto Museum. Checkout the iconic museum at @petersenautomuseum and https://www.petersenautomuseum.org.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Oct 6, 202547 min

S1 Ep 119Jeff's Car Guy Buddies, Muscle Car Madness, Track Days

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPIts family and friends day at Car Guy Confessions. Longtime friends of Jeff’s; Doug Eisberg and Eric Rosenthal join us to share their muscle car stories from cruise nights to track days and wrenching in the garage.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Sep 22, 202551 min

S1 Ep 118Evan Perkins of Westech Performance, Hot Rod Magazine, SCTA Racing

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPEvan Perkins joins Jeff to share his story of engine building, creating content for Hemmings, Holley and his time as Editor of Hot Rod magazine. Now, Evan is at Westech Performance Group providing testing for insane engine builds.Follow Evan @evan_fixes_things and online at westechperformance.com.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Sep 8, 202547 min

S1 Ep 117Custom Car Designer Eric Brockmeyer, Automotive Trends and Awards

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPCustom car designer Eric Brockmeyer joins Jeff and Steve to share his long list of award winning car design career from the famed Aluma-Tub with Boyd Coddington to Ridler and Goodguys winning builds and numerous others.See more of Eric Brockmeyer’s design work at www.ericbrockmeyerdesign.bigcartel.com and at @ericbrockmeyerdesign.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Aug 25, 202538 min

S1 Ep 116Paul Rossi Returns, Pike's Peak Runs, IMSA Racing History

With Jeff Smith, Cam Benty and Steve StropePresented by ARPLegendary drag racer Paul Rossi returns to sit in with Jeff and Cam sharing his racing journey beyond the drag strip. From racing up Pike’s Peak and becoming an IMSA Track winner and more.See more of Paul Rossi Racing at www.paulrossiracing.com.Recorded at the Grand National Roadster Show. Checkout Rod Shows at @grandnationalroadstershow and https://www.rodshows.com.Visit ARP Bolts at https://www.arp-bolts.com for all of your engine fastener and hardware needs.Subscribe to Classic Truck Performance, All-Chevy Performance, and Modern Rodding magazines and the rest of In the Garage Media's content at https://www.inthegaragemedia.comFor more automotive videos and TV shows, visit Auto Revolution at https://www.autorevolutiononline.com

Aug 11, 20251h 4m
Jeff Smith, Steve Strope & Cam Benty