Mustang Owner's Podcast

Lloyd and Ivan tell Steve Hall about their efforts in bringing Mustang Week back to Myrtle Beach this Sept 4th -9th 2023.

Clyde tells John and Mike his unique role in the the development of the SN95 Mustang that changed the way they were built.

John and Mike talk with Guy Reph and George Conrad about The Mustang II King Coyote and its path to being named a Grade 8 Finalist at the 2023 Detroit Autorama.

John and Mike talk with John Moore about the good, bad, and ugly side of the SVT prototypes and the fleet of one off fun cars.

Doug recounts his design days heading up some of Ford’s most legendary nameplates.

Tom talks to John and Mike about Revology, and tells some cool stories of his days at SVT.

He's so much more than a drag racer as John and Mike find out in this episode of The Mustang Owner's Podcast.

Nicole tells John and Mike what's so special about the Recaro seats when it comes to Mustangs.

John and Mike talk to Aaron Duncan to hear about the history and some of the latest Mustang creations from Duncan Brothers Customs.

Phil tells John and Mike all about the event details being held at this year's Muscle Cars at The Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada that was held on March 17-19, 2023.

George tells John and Mike how he became a specialist in custom Mustang parts.

Kyle explains to John and Mike how his annual ShelbyFest event has become “ShelbyFest and Ford Enthusiast Nationals."

Mark Young is a Mustang Enthusiast who comes from a family that is steeped in blue oval tradition.  Mark has been involved with the AACA, Carolina Regional Mustang Club, and is a Lifetime Charter Member of The Mustang Owner's Museum.

Steve Hall is back with a timely interview of Cory Rabie; one of the organizers of Ponies In The Smokies.  Cory gives us a rundown of all the events at this year's PITS event.   https://poniesinthesmokies.com/

Mary Jean tells John and Mike what it's like to be the editor of the MCA's Mustang Times. 

In this episode,  John and Mike go “Down Under” to talk to the man who has become the  driving force behind the Ford Mustang in Australia, Rob Herrod, Managing  Director of Herrod Performance.

Ralph Arning shares stories with John and Mike from his years working at Mustang assembly plants over the years.

Join John and Mike as they talk to Bill about the inaugural Motor City Fox Fest being held at Ford World Headquarters on July 14-15, 2023. 

Amy Boylan – From Mattel to Shelby and Saleen: An Automotive Brand Builder 

John and Mike reminisce with Dave Dempster and his many memorable moments at SVT.

Dennis tells John and Mike what it's like to win a Mustang in a raffle.

Helaina and Ron tell John and Mike about their Mustang car show days, traveling overseas with their Mustangs, and building their collection.

Retired law enforcement officer Matt Timmins tells John and Mike his experiences driving an SSP while on the job, and then owning one in private life.

John and Jayson bring you on a trip down memory lane and give you a behind the scenes look during the SVT days at Ford.

Terry tells John and Mike all about his very low mileage 1978 Mustang II Fastback and the treasures inside.

Karen (Halderman) Koenig, daughter of Mustang principal designer Gale Halderman, and her own daughter Lauren – who together manage the Gale Halderman Barn Museum in Tipp City, OH, tell John and Mike all about the museum and their patriarch, Gale Halderman.

John and Mike chat it up with Mustang Marie and hear what she's doing these days in the Mustang world.

Worried about the next generation of Mustang enthusiasts?  John and Mike talk to Bradley Belcher about his registry, his club, and what future car shows may look like.

Steve and Angie Caesar talk to John and Mike about their experience at this year’s Mustang Stampede.

John and Mike talk with Jack Roush Jr as he brings us up to speed on what's been happening at Rousch Performance.

What's it like being the grandson of Carol Shelby?  Aaron lifts the veil briefly and tells John and Mike some of his most cherished moments with his grandfather.

Mark tells us what it's like in the day of a Ford Engineer, and the education involved to become an automotive engineer.

John Grafelman tells John and Mike about how he acquired Larry Shinoda's Boss 302, and the effort involved in verifying its authenticity. 

We jump right into it as Bob Gurr gives Steve all the details involved in creating one of the most iconic rides of the 1964 World's Fair.  

He has a great Mustang collection and great Mustang stories too, John and Mike chat with Mike Berardi about some of his most recent acquisitions and tall tales.

Steve talks with Ted Ryan as they discuss what you can find while researching the Ford Heritage Vault.  www.fordheritagevault.com

Vaughn talks with John and Mike about his drifting championships, life during the pandemic, and his current project with Ford.

Jenn Higley begins hosting her own show on Foxbodies.  She'll be talking to enthusiasts that are bringing the Foxbodies out of the shadows, and into the Mustang limelight.  In her first episode, Jen has a comfortable chat with one of the new employees at FoxResto: Sam Farance.  Sam tells us about his Foxbody Mustang, and his role at FoxResto.

John Clor, Director of Ford Performance Enthusiast Communications, and Mike Rey, President of MOCSEM ask Jack Telnack; the visionary Ford designer who created the Foxbody Mustang what the future holds for the automotive industry, specifically the design possibilities in the electric vehicle market.

Steve Rushefsky talks about the origins of his club, their mission, and how they plan to grow their club worldwide from Arizona.

John and Mike talk to Keith Floyd, Executive Director of Somernites Cruise. This year’s Ford Car Show will be held on August 26th -27th, and Somernites Cruise will attempt to break the world record for “Longest Ford Parade” and “Longest Mustang Parade,” which is currently held overseas. So if you are attending or thinking about attending, we hope you will consider being a part of the world record attempt and help Somernites Cruise bring the title back to the U.S.

A comfortable discussion with Tim Brooks; owner of the Eleanor Mustang that sits at the museum. Tim tells us why he decided to purchase a licensed Eleanor, and tells us a few of his favorite stories.

Steve talks to Mike Clay about what lies ahead for Mike now that Mustang Week is in its final year, and what events you can attend as Mustang Week draws to a close in Myrtle Beach, SC.

In a multi faceted episode, Autumn tells John and Mike how she got started in racing and how that led to her current position as Marketing Communications Specialist at Ford Motor Company.

We're back with Todd Adams, owner of Mustang #211.  Todd tells Steve how he found the car, and his initial intentions with it before he started noticing peculiar oddities that had him research the significance of the VIN ending in 211.

Steve gives us a little history about Woodward Ave and the genesis of what is now the Woodward Dream Cruise.  He also tells us about the inaugural Mustang Stampede event, and what's on the plate for this year's event.  If you want to register for this year's stampede go to: https://www.mustangownersmuseum.com/events.html#id=227&cid=1250&wid=7301

John and Mike talk with Rob Gelardi about his work on Mustangs.

Tracey and Scott tell Steve about a plethora of Shelby topics including what's new at Team Shelby, how to join the Shelby Club, The Shelby Bash, The Shelby Foundation, and their personal take on Ford vs Ferrari.

John and Mike talk with Ken Appell; event manager for Carlisle Ford Nationals.  They discuss what to see, eat, and do at one of the biggest Ford shows in the world happening from June 3rd till 5th in Carlisle, PA.

Ron and Steve announce a partnership between Ancor and the Mustang Owner's Museum for the museum to reproduce on site most 2008 and newer Mustang factory window stickers for owners wanting a copy of the original sticker.  Ron also tells us about the complexities coordinating with Ford regarding the publication of the required identification stickers for every vehicle before it leaves the Ford production facilities.