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July 22, 2019Adam and Dr. Drew kick things off with Drew's New York trip and a Teen Mom reunion taping that was derailed by a citywide power outage, which leads into a discussion about how phones create a false sense of security. They then take a caller about old Land Rovers, and the conversation drifts into Adam's childhood memories of 1960s music. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Steve Beres and Liza Beres cover news while Ike Goss and Jenna Fribley are away interviewing Tread Lightly. They discuss Land Rover's Sedona Edition red Defender 90 and the practicality challenges of owning a 90 with a kid and dog, plus updates on the Defender Rally team competing in Argentina's FIA-certified Desafío Ruta 40 where all three Defenders finished and Sarah Price races as part of an all-women's team. They also highlight new Mini GT Camel Trophy Land Rover miniatures, including a Sikorsky helicopter display and a Tierra del Fuego 110 with a raft accessory. In the featured interview, Jenna speaks with Tread Lightly executive director James Boyd about the nonprofit's origins, the TREAD principles, education and trail-maintenance work to prevent closures, funding via grants, membership and partnerships, and the new “Protect What Moves You” campaign and BRP-supported training incentives.00:00 Show Intro and Hosts01:19 8 Track Banter02:25 Sedona Defender 90 News03:29 Why a 90 Is Tough05:21 Defender Rally in Argentina08:46 Mini GT Camel Trophy Models12:02 Tread Lightly Interview Setup14:53 Meet James Boyd16:16 TREAD Principles Explained16:46 What Tread Lightly Does18:21 Trail Closures and Pressures20:07 Funding Model Pressures21:13 Scaling Beyond Grants22:30 Protect What Moves You24:05 Role Among Trail Groups26:13 Brands and User Behavior29:14 Marketing vs TREAD Values32:25 Stewardship Can Be Fun34:49 Become a Project Lead36:11 Shooting Sites and Cleanup38:23 How to Get Involved39:46 Closing Thanks and Wrap40:34 Host Banter Outro
A Canadian shows up with opinions and the moon landing goes several rounds. Claude gets fact-checked in real time and doesn't exactly nail it. Also: cooperation vs. scarcity mindset, the section 8 Land Rover loophole, why insurance companies ruined healthcare pricing, and Tito's running bulk vodka through one pot still and calling it artisanal. Ends with Sinatra.
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Steve Beres and Ike Goss open the Underpowered Hour with Land Rover news, including a UK pastor caught using a cellphone while driving who avoids disqualification by arguing his congregation would suffer without him, and JLR's CEO signaling renewed investment in the struggling Discovery—alongside discussion of Discovery's dog-focused “Pet Pack” accessories. They're then joined by Rebelle Rally team sponsors Aaron and Jasper of ModPro AI, who share their automotive backgrounds and the origin of their app after spending heavily to modestly increase power on a Subaru WRX. They explain ModPro AI's enthusiast community, digital garage, social features, and AI advisor that aggregates data and provides recommendations with a confidence meter, plus upcoming agentic AI improvements and plans for business profiles and groups. The guests recount touring Jay Leno's collection, seeing a Pantera, and witnessing delivery of a Leopard tank.
Fellow degenerate and Land Rover addict Fitter Mat joins us again this week. More cheese and wine (what is going on?!), talks of Empire, Land Rover issues and we take popshots at stereotypical car owners.
This weeks episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Ashley Giordano welcomes German overlander Lilli Mixich to discuss Lilli's lifelong love affair with the African continent. Currently overlanding solo in a 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser HJ60 named Toyo, Mixich shares what she's learned from various vehicle platforms, including the Land Rover 109, Magirus Deutz expedition truck, and a Toyota HJ47 ex-bush ambulance. Lilli dives into how, at age 55, she built the confidence to travel on her own, care for her Land Cruiser, and overland Africa on her own terms. @lillitogo
#546 An Unexpected Journey. Gareth discusses the cars he sees on a trip to an interesting and important place and explains why he's going there. Plus, new On Speed music: Supra Fiery Cannonballs perform "Why Can't We All Just Get Along".
In this week's episode, Martin Domoney and Steve Miller take to the stage in the beer tent at LRM Live!The boys are joined by a 9-year-old fan, Ted, who talks to the guys about his ideal Land Rover, his favourite part of the show and how he's trying to persuade his parents to buy a Discovery 2.Later in the episode, the boys hint at potential winners of the LRM Awards, sponsored by 4x4 Tyres, and disclose what goes into the makings of a magazine cover car.Land Rover Monthly magazine Sub Editor, Brett Fraser, is over from Australia and joins the boys for a chat, and Greg King also hops on the sofa for a yarn following a crushing Carkhana defeat.Thank you to everyone who joined us at LRM Live 2026 – we had a fantastic weekend, and hope you did too. See you at The Big Land Rover Fest in July!As always, we love to get your feedback and questions, so please send us an email on editorial@lrm.co.ukEnjoy the episode.
The hosts open the show discussing Jill's recent interview with the head of Infiniti USA regarding--among other things--the possible comeback of the humble sedan. This conversation dovetails nicely with Tom's news regarding the likely comeback of a Buick midsize sedan--and a possible Camaro, as well. Jill shared impressions of a would-be annual Land Rover event dubbed Defender Trophy Competition. The event would mirror the legendary Camel Trophy competitions of the Seventies and Eighties. Still in the first segment, Jill reviews the Range Rover SE premium large crossover. Listen in for her take on this off-road-ready luxury hauler. In the second segment, the hosts chat with Caterham's Simon Sproule about the carmaker's tiny sports cars. Listen in for details regarding the history of Caterham, as well as U.S. availability of these storied automobiles. In the last segment, Jill is subjected to Tom's "Which Sold Better?" quiz, including a special Talking Heads bonus question. After the quiz, Tom talks about Elon Musk, and how apparently distracted he is from from developing his core automotive products. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Steve Beres and Ike Goss kick off the Underpowered Hour by reacting to a Range Rover SV Ultra (and “Ultra Mega”) promo highlighting a 21-speaker electrostatic sound system, haptic “sensory floor,” and wellness modes that spark jokes about cost, recalls, and a 4D in-car experience. They then discuss conflicting Jaguar Land Rover financial headlines, including profits reportedly down 99% due to warranty costs tied to a 170,000-vehicle recall, cyber attacks, Middle East war impacts, and tariffs, though the loss “beat expectations.” Next, they cover the UK Ministry of Defense seeking a classic Defender replacement, with potential bids from Land Rover, the Ineos Grenadier, and other manufacturers, plus rumors of a smaller Ineos EV partnership tied to Chery and the name “Fusilier.” Ike recaps attending Oregon's Rover Rendezvous in a 1957 Series I 107 station wagon, including minor repairs and a failed voltage regulator, and they close with upcoming guests and Steve's excitement about a Dutch Bros opening in Valencia.00:00 Show Intro and Hosts01:20 SV Ultra Mega Tease02:59 Electrostatic Audio Demo05:22 Wellness Modes Mockups07:50 4D Haptics and Price Jokes09:12 JLR Profits and Recalls11:04 MOD Defender Replacement Race13:28 Military Needs vs New Defender14:32 Who Will Build It15:07 Tiny Grenadier Rumors16:18 Chery Partnership Speculation17:08 Fusilier Name Reveal18:12 Tranquility Mode Banter18:47 Oregon Rover Rendezvous19:55 107 Wagon Road Trip Fixes20:59 Event Trucks and Activities21:53 Anarch 80th Planning22:47 JB Weld Head Gasket Saga24:14 Bad Repairs Philosophy25:29 Next Week and Dutch Bros27:03 Signing Off
In this week's episode LRM Editor, Martin Domoney, and Publisher, Steve Miller are gearing up for LRM Live at the Three Counties Showground at Malvern.They run through the arena attractions that will be keeping you all entertained over the weekend of 16-17 May, and hint at some of the other great Land Rover goodness that's going to take over the showground this weekend.There's still time to book your tickets ahead of the weekend and save money – https://www.landrovermonthly.co.uk/information/lrmliveIn other news, Martin contemplates his next project, Steve gets ready to thrash out a load of jobs on his Ninety and a buzzard attack is witnessed.As always, we love to get your feedback and questions – send us an email on editorial@lrm.co.uk – enjoy the episode.
In 1957, two young Canadians drove around the world in a Land Rover they called The Grizzly Torque. Nearly seventy years later, their friendship and their work are still shaping how a country sees the natural world. In this episode of #CanadianPodcast, host Zak sits down with award-winning Canadian filmmaker Alison Reid, director and producer of the new feature documentary The Art of Adventure.The film follows world renowned wildlife artist Robert Bateman and pioneering biologist Bristol Foster, two icons of Canadian conservation, on a global expedition that took them across Africa, India, Southeast Asia and Australia. One painted what they saw. The other captured it on a 16mm Bolex camera. The result is a deeply human story about friendship, art, science, and the kind of curiosity that lasts a lifetime.Alison opens up about what it took to bring this story to the screen: tracking down rare archival footage, restoring Bristol's original 16mm reels, and sitting with Bob and Bristol, now 95 and 93, as they reflect on legacy, mortality, and the wisdom they still have to pass on.This conversation is for documentary lovers, conservationists, artists, explorers at heart, and anyone who believes that the most extraordinary stories are often quietly lived by ordinary people doing remarkable things.
Send us Fan MailIn today's fast-paced automotive landscape, there's a lot happening, especially in the realms of luxury SUVs and high-performance vehicles. If you've been following the news, you know that significant advancements and exciting new models are on the horizon. This blog post will delve into the latest buzz surrounding BMW's new rugged SUV, the competition in the luxury off-road segment, and the thrilling developments in performance cars like the Corvette and Mustang.## The Rise of BMW's Rugged SUVRumors are swirling that BMW is set to launch a new vehicle, codenamed G74, aimed at competing with the iconic G-Wagon. Initial renderings suggest a design that combines elements of the Bronco and G-Wagon, but with a distinctive BMW flair. This new model is expected to offer a more rugged aesthetic while sharing a platform with the X5. **Why This Matters**: The luxury SUV market is evolving, and BMW's entry could shake things up further, challenging established players like Mercedes-Benz. ### What to Expect from the G74- **Design Features**: The G74 is rumored to feature a boxy, upright design that appeals to off-road enthusiasts.- **Powertrains**: Expect multiple options, including high-performance electric variants and hybrid models, showcasing BMW's commitment to innovation.### Common Mistakes to AvoidOne common misconception is that luxury SUVs can't perform off-road. BMW's G74 aims to prove otherwise, merging luxury with capability.## Competition in the Luxury Off-Road SegmentAs luxury off-road vehicles gain popularity, several brands are stepping up their game. The recent release of the high-powered Defender by Land Rover is a testament to this shift.**Why This Matters**: These advancements signify a growing demand for high-performance, luxury off-road vehicles, catering to a niche market of enthusiasts.### Key Competitors to Watch- **Mercedes G-Wagon**: Continues to dominate the luxury off-road market with its powerful AMG versions.- **Ford Bronco Raptor**: Known for its ruggedness and performance, it's a serious contender in this space.- **Hyundai's New SUV**: Recently launched, it's drawing comparisons to the Bronco and is attracting attention for its design and performance capabilities.## Performance Cars: The Battle Rages OnThe competition among performance cars is heating up, with manufacturers like Corvette and Ford pushing the limits of speed and technology. **Why This Matters**: This ongoing rivalry not only benefits car enthusiasts with thrilling options but also drives innovation in automotive technology.### Corvette's Dominance- **Record-Breaking Performance**: The latest Corvette variants have been setting speed records, showcasing incredible advancements in aerodynamics and engineering.- **Diverse Lineup**: With multiple variants being introduced, there's something for every performance enthusiast.### Ford's Counterattack- **Mustang GTD Competition**: Ford has introduced the Mustang GTD, which recently set remarkable records at the Nürburgring, emphasizing its commitment to performance.- **Rivalry with Corvette**: The back-and-forth between Ford and Corvette is reigniting excitement in the muscle car community.## ConclusionThe automotive industry is witnessing an exhilarating transformation, especially in the luxury SUV and performance car sectors. With brands like BMW, Ford, and Land Rover innovating and pushing boundaries, consumers can anticipate exciting new options that blend luxury, performance, and off-road capability. The rivalry among manufacturers not only sparks innovation but also provides enthusiasts wiSupport the show
Steve Beres hosts The Underpowered Hour with Ike Goss, joined by Linus Tremaine and Jenna Fribley (with Liza Beres present), covering news and an event recap. They discuss Warn's updated 8274 winch now rated to 10,000 lbs, joking about special editions and waterproof claims, and mention a restored 1967 Fiat Ferves Ranger listed for $48,000. The main story is Pangolin 4x4's nine-day drive to the Mendo Recce gathering at Salmon Creek Ranch in Bodega Bay, including visits with Land Rover enthusiasts Terry Ann Wakeman and Tom Charters. At the event, their Series 1 “Cow” loses power and is found to have a head gasket blown between cylinders three and four; with help from friends, they attempt a field repair using fine copper wire and JB Weld, successfully get it running, and immediately test it on the trails while reacting to viral comments on Jenna's video and hoping to get MacGyver's Richard Dean Anderson to see it.00:00 Show intro and crew01:29 Warn 8274 gets beefier04:30 Waterproofing and service debate06:10 Fiat Ferves Ranger listing08:21 Heading to Mendo Recce09:18 Visiting Terry Ann Wakeman13:03 Tom Charters stop and Highway 117:52 Arriving at Salmon Creek Ranch19:43 Trail prep and tire chains21:26 80-inch loses power24:12 Field diagnosis head gasket26:14 Camp Breakdown Drama26:41 Diagnosing Blown Gasket28:47 Copper Wire Bodge Plan31:45 JB Weld Overnight Cure33:43 Morning Start And Misfire36:48 Trail Test And Recovery38:48 Jeremy Stories And Turkey40:07 Viral Reel And Merch Ideas43:54 Mean Comments Readback48:12 MacGyver Reaction Quest50:26 Wrap Up And Next TimeSteve Beres hosts The Underpowered Hour with Ike Goss, joined by Linus Tremaine and Jenna Fribley (with Liza Beres present), covering news and an event recap. They discuss Warn's updated 8274 winch now rated to 10,000 lbs, joking about special editions and waterproof claims, and mention a restored 1967 Fiat Ferves Ranger listed for $48,000. The main story is Pangolin 4x4's nine-day drive to the Mendo Recce gathering at Salmon Creek Ranch in Bodega Bay, including visits with Land Rover enthusiasts Terry Ann Wakeman and Tom Charters. At the event, their Series 1 “Cow” loses power and is found to have a head gasket blown between cylinders three and four; with help from friends, they attempt a field repair using fine copper wire and JB Weld, successfully get it running, and immediately test it on the trails while reacting to viral comments on Jenna's video and hoping to get MacGyver's Richard Dean Anderson to see it.00:00 Show intro and crew01:29 Warn 8274 gets beefier04:30 Waterproofing and service debate06:10 Fiat Ferves Ranger listing08:21 Heading to Mendo Recce09:18 Visiting Terry Ann Wakeman13:03 Tom Charters stop and Highway 117:52 Arriving at Salmon Creek Ranch19:43 Trail prep and tire chains21:26 80-inch loses power24:12 Field diagnosis head gasket26:14 Camp Breakdown Drama26:41 Diagnosing Blown Gasket28:47 Copper Wire Bodge Plan31:45 JB Weld Overnight Cure33:43 Morning Start And Misfire36:48 Trail Test And Recovery38:48 Jeremy Stories And Turkey40:07 Viral Reel And Merch Ideas43:54 Mean Comments Readback48:12 MacGyver Reaction Quest50:26 Wrap Up And Next Time
#545 Miami, Twisted & Bentley. F1 returns after its enforced break, did the rules fix the racing? We discuss rear wing nomenclature. We remember Alex Zanardi. Plus, Alex Goy drives a Twisted Range Rover in Yorkshire and a Bentley on the Isle Of Man.
In this week's episode, Martin joins Land Rover Life editor Neil Watterson as he prepares his Land Rovers for the trip to LRM Live on 16-17 May – less than 2 weeks away!Neil hints at the winching demos he has planned for the LRM Live arena, and tells us about the Discovery 1 Safari that he has recommissioned for the road.What do you know about Lightweights? Neil also tells Martin all about the differences and details that set them apart from the standard Series III Land Rovers.Finally, Martin runs through the list of confirmed traders that will be joining us at the Three Counties Showground at Malvern on the 16-17 May. Find out more and get your tickets here:https://www.landrovermonthly.co.uk/information/lrmliveAs always, we love to get your questions and feedback – send an email to editorial@lrm.co.uk if you've got something to say! Enjoy the episode.
This week, I sat down with the brilliant Guy Freedman, Hotel Director at The Pig & The Pig in the Wall, and honestly, this one felt like a giant exhale.A conversation about leadership, yes.Culture, absolutely.But also… naked guests, rogue deer, flood rescues in a Land Rover, student days in a fudge kitchen, and why maybe fun has been unfairly underestimated as a serious business strategy.Guy's journey, from a self-confessed chatty teenager being redirected out of the kitchen and into front of house, to Hotel Director at The Pig - is packed with warmth, mischief, humility and some beautifully simple thinking about what makes hospitality…well... hospitality.In this episode, Guy and I get into…How a careers adviser effectively turned “I like eating and drinking” into a career path
In this week's episode, Martin and Steve mull over the idea of replacing Steve's 300Tdi engine that's currently in his project 90 with a V8. The right thing to do, or an expensive delay to further stall the project?It's the Gaydon Land Rover Show this weekend at the British Motor Museum, and the boys are here to tell you all about what you can expect. Grab your tickets from https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/gaydon-land-rover-showElsewhere, there's listeners' questions on a plethora of subjects including fitting a Rover V8 into a 86in Series I and which models of Land Rover that fly under the radar of the usual choices including Discovery 3 4.4 and Evoque Si4.As always, thanks for listening and send any feedback, queries, comments or questions to editorial@lrm.co.uk – we love to get them!
Jonny and Richard answer listeners' questions about Knight Rider watch faces, the difference between Land Rover and Range Rover, quirky replacements for a Golf, model specific plates on the wrong car, and legendary garage find rumours. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Im Gehörgang Ihrer Majestät | Der deutschsprachige Podcast über James Bond 007
Das Experiment Road to a Million geht zu Ende. Doch führt diese Straße tatsächlich ans Ziel – oder endet sie doch in einer Sackgasse? In unserer Besprechung der Folgen 7 und 8 reisen wir mit der Show von den Bahamas bis ins große Finale nach London, der Heimatstadt von James Bond. Dabei stellt sich die entscheidende Frage: Gelingt dem Produktionsteam ein würdiger Abschluss – oder wartet am Ende doch nur das nächste „Tigerentenclub“-Spiel für Fortgeschrittene? Natürlich bleibt es nicht bei der reinen Analyse: Auf dem Weg zum Finale nehmen wir wieder einige Abzweigungen. Wir diskutieren, ob uns die Abendkleider der Bond-Women noch etwas geben, fragen uns, ob schwarze Land Rover nicht langsam in Bond-Rente geschickt werden sollten, und verlieren uns kurz in einem Kaffee-Aprilscherz, bevor wir wieder auf die Zielgerade einbiegen. Am Ende zählt nur eines: War Staffel 2 von Road to a Million ein Erfolg – oder nur ein besser getarnter Umweg? P.S.: Kais Kaffeepodcast „Zwei Kaffeearschlöcher aus Berlin“ findet ihr überall, wo es Podcasts gibt. ---------- Alle Links zur Show: https://www.wonderlink.de/@podcast007 ---------- Impressum unseres Sponsors: Michael Ziedrich Rechtsanwalt, Bergstr. 128-130, 58095 Hagen info@ra-ziedrich.de, 02331/3804520, weitere Einzelheiten unter https://ra-ziedrich.de/impressum/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
**Troubled Tiger Woods Plans Tell-All After Overcoming Pill Addiction**Tiger Woods is set to confront his demons with an unfiltered tell-all, having recently conquered a reported pill addiction in rehab following a DUI arrest in Florida, RadarOnline.com has learned. **Woods DUI Arrest Details Revealed**As previously reported, the five-time Masters champion was arrested on March 27 after crawling from the wreckage of his flipped Land Rover in Jupiter Island.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In this very special episode, Martin and Steve are celebrating fitting Steve's freshly-painted body tub to his Defender 90's chassis.... and 100 episodes of The LRM Podcast!As well as a project update, the boys delve into the new issue of Land Rover Monthly magazine, which is on sale in shops now, and give some background into the workings of the magazine and the events that LRM runs.The boys reminisce about a record Ripon Autojumble, and debate whether to take absolutely everything or as little as possible when out camping.As always, we thank every single one of you for listening to the podcast, reading Land Rover Monthly and keeping up with happenings on socials and on The LRM YouTube channel. Send any feedback or questions to editorial@lrm.co.uk – enjoy the episode.
In this week's episode, Martin and Steve convene on the Salmon Sofa to talk about what's been going on in their Land Rover weeks. Steve's Ninety project tub is ready to go on, and Martin's Tdi-converted 110 has a shiny new exhaust.Steve shares the exciting news of a new angle grinder, and the pair discuss how the prices of certain tools seem to have escaped the clutches of inflation.The guys then get into the big topic – how to not get ripped off when shopping for your dream Land Rover. From detective work you can do on the internet for free to what to look for when the seller is in front of you, Martin and Steve impart some experience and knowledge to ensure that your hard-earned cash isn't wasted next time you go shopping.Enjoy the episode, and as always feel free to send your feedback or questions to editorial@lrm.co.uk – we love to see it.
In the latest edition of the Autocar podcast My Week In Cars, join Steve Cropley and Matt Prior as they chat nice Land Rovers, expensive Suzuki SJs, remodelled garages, chicken manoeuvres, grit in car washes, and much more besides, including your correspondence.There's some talk of the archive too and you can subscribe to it and the latest editions of Autocar magazine by exploring and taking advantage of the exclusive podcast listener offer here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Steve hosts without Ike at first and checks in with Tom Pickford, Greg Fitzgerald, Bill Cooper, and Laura Stacey as they drive Pollyanna—Barbara Toy's famed Series I Land Rover—across the southern U.S. toward the Texas Rover Club's SCAR event honoring Toy. They discuss how the trip came together after Jaguar Land Rover brought Pollyanna to Pebble Beach, the convoy support vehicles, early mechanical quirks from year-old fuel, recreating Toy's Jacksonville Beach moment with the mayor, and efforts to preserve and expand Toy's legacy through barbara-toy.com, surviving letters, and the book The Free Lives of Barbara Toy, plus challenges republishing her out-of-print books (only In Search of Sheba is currently reprinted). Back in studio, Steve and Ike note Tim Slessor's death, a Tom Holland Series Land Rover ad, and a Liam Neeson horror-comedy featuring Land Rovers.00:00 Ike Is Out Today00:39 Hotel Internet Fixes01:32 Naming The Expedition02:19 Meet The Pollyanna Crew03:59 Why Recreate The Journey06:52 Picking Up Pollyanna07:24 JFK Versus Newark08:49 On The Road Glitches12:10 Laura Joins The Ride14:45 Club Shirts And Walmart15:56 Bill And The Support Cars17:40 Writing And Publishing Plans19:22 Saving Barbara Toy History22:51 Recreating Jacksonville Beach23:38 Family Ties And Legacy25:16 Rescuing Barbara's Archive26:08 Letters Become a Book26:39 Hunting Global Ephemera27:41 Reprinting the Travelogues29:27 Pollyanna and Lost Vehicles31:32 Why the Books Are Rare33:18 Secondhand Shop Strategies34:24 Farewell and Modern Contrast36:38 Land Rover News Roundup38:02 Tom Holland Series Ad39:36 Tattoo Banter Detour40:42 Pollyanna Trip Check-In44:16 Liam Neeson Zombie Film46:35 Wrap Up and Next Check-In
In this episode, Michelle sits down with Helen and Marcella, the duo behind the first ever all‑British female team to finish the Dakar Rally – in a Land Rover they built themselves in a shed, affectionately named Purdy.They share the hilarious, gritty and frankly unbelievable story of how two “normal” women in their 50s went from a chance meeting in rural France to surviving one of the toughest motorsport events in the world.In this episode, we talk about:How it all startedMoving to France, a chaotic first meeting, and how wine + turning 50 led to saying “yes” to Dakar.Building Purdy in a shedBuying a rough Defender off eBay, turning it into a Dakar‑spec car, and battling electrics and wiring gremlins.Funding the dreamSelling cars, jewellery and dipping into a pension, plus the reality of chasing sponsorship when no one knows you.Life at DakarThe moving “town” of the bivouac, zero sleep, mixing with factory teams and legends, and surviving with minimal spares and one young mechanic.On‑stage chaosReading road books, driving dunes and rock‑fields, double punctures on the final day, and almost not making the finish.The unfiltered realitySpider bites, stomach upsets, desert toilet logistics and an escalating obsession with bananas.Friendship & being firstHow they avoided falling out, what deep trust in the car looks like, and what it means to be the first all‑British female team to finish Dakar.Why you should listenIf you've ever thought “I'm too old”, “I'm too normal” or “that's for people with money and connections”, this episode will mess with that narrative in the best way.It's about:Audacity – deciding to do something wildly beyond your comfort zoneGraft – building the car, finding the money, fixing it when it catches fireGrit and humour – dealing with spiders, sand, sponsors and squits, and still laughingFriendship – trusting someone else with your life, your dream and your worst daysCheck out Be right Back events: Join Dare club: www.shewhodareswins.comShop Merch: www.shewhodareswins.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this week's episode, Martin and Steve are back on the Salmon Sofa to answer your questions – and this week they're decidedly restoration-based.From deciding how far to go on a rebuild, which elements to tackle first, how to preserve metalwork and loads more, buckle up for an hour (or thereabouts) of Land Rover chat.As always we love to get your feedback and questions, so send any comments or queries over to editorial@lrm.co.uk and you could get yours read out on The LRM Podcast. Enjoy the episode.
Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss the newly revealed Freelander, debating whether the images show a real production vehicle or a concept pushed out after a crash-test leak, and they comment on its bold styling, screen-heavy interior, and unusual seating and door design. They cover Land Rover news including Tiger Woods rolling a Range Rover in an alleged DUI incident, a viral Sudbury car-park video featuring a machete-wielding motorbike theft and a Defender intervening, and a reported 61% jump in JLR sales alongside jokes about Jerry McGovern's departure. Ike shares Pangolin4x4 shop updates on a repeatedly botched transmission rebuild and the importance of correct tolerances, plus progress on two Michigan Land Rovers bought sight unseen. They also preview Tom Pickford and Bill Cooper driving the famous Pollyanna to the SCARR rally and mention Steve's new diode laser tool for marking parts.00:00 Show Intro and Hosts01:20 Freelander Reveal Buzz01:52 Concept or Production02:38 Wild Interior Tech06:27 Design Stripe Debate09:02 Can You Buy It09:44 Tiger Woods Rollover12:06 Defender Vigilante Video15:33 JLR Sales Spike Talk16:46 Pangolin Shop Updates17:40 Gearbox Rebuild Autopsy18:27 Bushing Failure Explained19:29 Why Tolerances Matter21:35 Customer Fallout and Fix22:41 Dialed In Land Rovers24:28 Michigan Barn Finds Update28:16 Pollyanna Road Trip30:08 New Diode Laser Tool33:12 Wrap Up and Next Week
On Friday, March 27, 2026, just four miles from his home on Jupiter Island, Florida, the golf world stood still once again. 15-time major champion Tiger Woods was involved in a high-speed rollover crash involving a Land Rover and a pressure-cleaning truck. While Woods walked away from the wreckage uninjured, the legal aftermath began almost immediately. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This BaT Podcast episode, recorded on a particularly active day for the motorcycle shop next door, sees Alex, Randy and Cam choosing the best of the transitory period between the late '50s and mid '60s. They set the stage with politics, the state of American optimism, and the top film, music and motorsports events of the year before picking their favorite vehicles in the Sports Car, Truck/4x4, Family Hauler, Daily Driver, and Wild Card categories. Along the way: driving a DB4 in flip flops; wildly varying opinions on the '60 Galaxie lineup; a country sedan that isn't; big honkin' Brit cars; light name-calling; a tight race in trucks; a helluva deal; an aquatic detour in high style; an aspirational rush into GT territory; overloading a Giulietta TI; a sad Mini merger; and a most honorable mention. Links for things mentioned in this episode:0:57 All previous auction results for model year 196014:58 1960 Porsche 356B Super w/ GT Fuel Tank17:07 1960 Fiat-Abarth 750 Sestriere by Zagato20:18 1960 Aston Martin DB4 4.225:10 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster26:50 Targa Florio-Class-Winning 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Zagato34:36 Confusing Name: 1960 Ford Country Sedan36:31 1960 Citroen DS1936:36 Citroën Spring T-Shirt in the BaT Gear Store40:01 Ex–Alfred Hitchcock 1958 Bentley S1 Continental Saloon by Mulliner41:08 LQ4-Powered 1960 Bentley S2 Continental Flying Spur by H.J. Mulliner Design 7508 w/Van Gerbig Quarter Windows44:13 Single-Family-Owned 1960 Volkswagen Type 2 Single Cab Transporter46:51 1960 Land Rover 88 Series II51:01 1960 Willys Station Wagon 4×4 for Charity53:49 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta Coupe56:21 Modified 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE 4-Speed1:01:45 1960 Riva Tritone 26′1:06:53 1960 Jaguar XK150 FHC 3.8L w/ Overdrive1:09:40 Modified 1960 MG MGA 1600 Roadster1:15:10 BaT's 1275cc 1960 Morris Mini MinorGot suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community, One Year Garage episode, or (B)aT the Movies subject? Let us know in the comments below!
The urge to escape the mundanities of everyday life is hard to ignore. And yet, so many of us remain tethered to our routines, our homes, our comforts.In 1957, Robert Bateman and Bristol Foster resisted that pull. Instead, they packed their belongings into a Land Rover and set off on a 30,000-kilometre journey across Africa, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia—an adventure that would shape the course of their lives.Driven by a shared reverence for the natural world, Bateman—one of Canada's most celebrated wildlife artists—and Foster, a conservation biologist and filmmaker, are the subjects of the celebrated documentary, The Art of Adventure. Drawing from rare and deeply personal archival footage, the film invites us to be fully present in the landscapes we move through.In this episode of the VIFF Podcast, Director Alison Reid reflects on the legacy of Bateman and Foster as Canadian icons, her own career as a stunt performer, and why the spirit of adventure matters—at any age.This podcast is brought to you by the Vancouver International Film Festival.Presented on the traditional and unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) nations.
March is the WORST month for markets in a long time. International equities getting killed Dollar Up, Oil Up, Equities Down, Bonds Down The markets Trump Card no longer works… PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter Warm-Up - Trump may have played the wrong cards (Making up stories for markets) - Oil prices on the move - Monday highest close yet for this cycle ($105) - For Real ? End of War? Markets - WORST month in a long time - International equities getting killed - Dollar Up, Oil Up, Equities Down, Bonds Down Happy Passover and Happy Easter! - Made a brisket 2 ways! One Food item and then back to business - New trend at restaurants: " We do not use any seed oils - no, we use beef tallow..... - Reaction from crowd and recent FDA - Sunflower, Canola, Soybean (unsaturated is better....) Monday Morning Again - 7:30am Monday Morning - More BS for the markets - Talks going great... ---- Problem is that there was a severe threat that if nothing changes by next week- Iran is going to get pummeled ------Iran strikes several key targets in Middle east - Aluminum prices spike, oil prices moves higher.... - It does not look like Iran is too concerned. (Complacency or Strength?) - Unfortunate that markets are not reacting well - (Wolf?) - So we have until the day after Easter? Tuesday.... - Iran's State Media says Iran's President spoke with EU Council on the phone; says Iran is "prepared to end war" with guarantees against further attacks; EU Council President has confirmed this call - - Just moments after WTI hit $105... quickly came down to $102+/- - Everything turned higher - green across the board More Crazy Records - BTIG's Jonathan Krinsky added, "At 12:41 ET today, that NYSE TICK Index hit +2329, the highest on record back to 1993. This index measures the number of NYSE securities trading on an uptick minus those trading on a down tick at any given time of day. - For perspective, there are ~2400 stocks on the NYSE, which means nearly 100% of stocks traded on an uptick, simply unprecedented. - Prior high was 4/9/2025 when President Trump put a 90-day pause on tarrifs ---- More - S&P was up 9.5% that day and then sold off 6.5% over the next seven days Hormuz Tolls/Permits - Ships would have to pay for “safe passage” through the strait - Fees reported as high as $2 million per vessel for some tankers - Mandatory clearance and vetting by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) - Escort through a narrow Iranian-controlled corridor, primarily near Larak Island - Only “non-hostile” vessels would be eligible—a term Iran defines politically Hedge Funds and Money Managers - Plans continue - equities coming out to cash - Hedges applied - H&C is doing the same thing for portfolios - plans for what/if and action ahead of further breakdown --- There is discussion that this sets up for a nice reversal (when/if) ceasefire ------- HOWEVER - damage has been done... More.... - Heavy short sales by hedge funds and disposals by systematic investors have increased the potential for a sharp swing higher for stocks in the event of a de-escalation in the Iran war. - Hedge funds have cut global equity holdings for a sixth straight week, driven by short sales, with net disposals across all major regions and short exposure in macro products in Europe reaching a 10-year high. - Some signs of capitulation are starting to emerge among hedge funds, and the systematic community is running out of steam, with CTAs estimated to be buyers in every scenario over the next month. Capitulation of More To Come? GS Prime Book Market Metrics FRIENDLY REMINDER - It is Tax season - Tax returns due 4/15 - IRA deposits due by 4/15 Food Deal - Sysco Corp. is acquiring Jetro Restaurant Depot LLC for $29.1 billion including debt in a deal that will create one of the largest food-service groups in the US. - Jetro shareholders will receive $21.6 billion in cash and 91.5 million Sysco shares, with the company's existing management team staying in place. - The deal will give Sysco access to the higher-margin and growing cash-and-carry channel, with the combined company expected to have increased purchasing efficiencies and lower prices for customers. - This looks like a smart deal - gives Sysco new footprint and distribution Emerging Markets - According to Bloomberg: The Middle East war risks ending a run of net credit-rating upgrades across emerging markets and could trigger a new downgrade cycle as it fuels inflation and tightens financial conditions. - A prolonged Iran conflict could tilt the balance back toward downgrades, reversing the past three years when many emerging markets repaired balance sheets and implemented fiscal reforms. - The inflation shock and tighter financing conditions will weigh on all countries, according to S&P Global Ratings Director Ravi Bhatia, as higher oil prices boost revenues for exporters and strain importers. - The shift would mark a reversal from the past three years, when many emerging markets repaired balance sheets, implemented fiscal reforms and regained market access after the pandemic triggered widespread defaults and rating cuts. - A prolonged Iran conflict could now tilt the balance back toward downgrades. Oil Pries Factor - Oil prices closed at the highest levels in 3 year on Monday Market Metrics In Stupid News - Former world number one Tiger Woods was arrested on a charge of driving under the influence after his Land Rover rolled over on a two-lane road near his Jupiter Island home in Florida on Friday afternoon, the Martin County Sheriff's Office said. - Woods had been overtaking a work truck pulling a trailer at high speed when he clipped the back of it, causing his vehicle to roll onto its driver's side, Sheriff John Budensiek told a press conference. - Tiger crawled out of the passenger door before law enforcement officers arrived. A breathalyzer test at Martin County Jail returned no trace of alcohol, with investigators believing his impairment was drug or medication-related. - Woods charged with DUI, property damage and test refusal (Woods refused to submit to a urine test, an offense that carries a separate charge under Florida law. No injuries were reported to Woods or the driver of the other vehicle.) - Breathalyzer showed no alcohol; impairment believed drug-related - Woods released after spending eight hours in jail Private Credit - Now Blaming ... Private Credit - Private credit industry execs are blaming the industry for not explaining to retail about lock-ups and liquidity. - That is dumb - clearly easy to understand that you cannot get your money unless allowed by the investment firm - - Here is the fact - they would have never got $ from most retinal if they told them they could not get their money readily - so they glossed over it. USPS Surcharge - The U.S. Postal Service plans to impose its first-ever surcharge on packages to cover the rising cost of fuel and transportation, as the agency looks for ways to stabilize its finances. - The 8% surcharge will begin on April 26th Meta Glasses - Meta announced on Tuesday that it's launching two Ray-Ban smart glasses that are designed for prescription wearers. - While many people already use Meta glasses with prescription lenses, the company says these new ones support nearly all prescriptions and are built to better serve people who rely on all-day eyewear. Wearables - Whoop, the fitness and health tracking wearable company, has closed a $575 million Series G funding round at a $10.1 billion valuation — nearly triple its last reported valuation of $3.6 billion — in a deal that brings together sovereign wealth funds, major health institutions, and some of the world's most recognizable athletes. - The round was led by several VC groups, soverign wealth funds as well as THEFT - Cisco has suffered a cyberattack after threat actors used stolen credentials from the recent Trivy supply chain attack to breach its internal development environment and steal source code belonging to the company and its customers. - A source, who asked to remain anonymous, told BleepingComputer that Cisco's Unified Intelligence Center, CSIRT, and EOC teams contained the breach involving a malicious "GitHub Action plugin" from the recent Trivy compromise. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? 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Springtime means a return of increasingly warm temperatures (ugh), pollen galore (yuck), and a very eventful initial weekend of sports. Major League Baseball’s 2026 season opened as all 32 teams began tied for first place with a 0-0 record After this past weekend of opening games, it should come as no surprise that the homeless “Athletics” are off to an 0-3 start. Voodoo dolls in Oakland seem to be having their desired effect on this wandering baseball franchise! The former Oakland Athletics vacated the Bay Area last year and temporarily moved into a minor league baseball stadium in Sacramento. This team is simply known as the “Athletics” today. They will remain in Sacto for 2026 and 2027. A new indoor baseball stadium is under construction in Las Vegas and is expected to become home for this downtrodden franchise starting in 2028. The UFL returned, too. It’s a good thing St. Louis still has their team! Spring professional football’s UFL began its third year with four games played over the weekend. The St. Louis Battlehawks attracted more than 31,000 fans to watch its 16-10 win over the defending champion DC Defenders on Saturday in the Battledome. Three other UFL home teams failed to attract even 15,000 patrons for Game #1. The new Louisville Kings franchise were welcomed by 14,000 fans in their inaugural game being played in Kentucky. They watched the Birmingham Stallions rally to score the game-winning touchdown with two minutes left in a 15-13 victory over the hometown Kings Friday night. A Sunday night gathering of 11,000 cheered as Orlando “Stormed” to a 23-16 victory over the Columbus Aviators. The Dallas Renegades pulled a quaint crowd of less than 9,000 fans to its debut game in Frisco, Texas on Saturday. As stated in my league preview last week, the UFL continued to have problems getting most of its teams to score points. Only two of the eight teams in Week #1 tallied 20 or more points. Are the NFL referees going on strike soon? An under-the-radar story this weekend involved the growing tension between the NFL and its referees union. The NFL Referees Association may be recommending a strike soon. The current collective bargaining agreement between the refs and the league is set to expire on May 31. NFL owners have angered the referee union by wanting to raise the probationary period from three years to five and make playoff assignments based on performance rather than seniority. As you might expect, the referees union looks at those issues differently. A referee strike last occurred in 2012 and lasted three games into the NFL’s regular season. After several botched calls during the opening weeks of the regular season, the owners and referees finally reached an agreement in late September, 2012. This weekend’s news indicated that the NFL owners are preparing to move forward if there isn’t a new deal soon. They are compiling a list of possible replacement referee candidates from the ranks of college football. If a new deal with the NFL referees’ union is not reached by May 1, the football league may be planning to hire and train a set of new referees for the upcoming football season. Golf – first, let’s have some good news! PGA golfer Gary Woodland’s last professional victory came at the 2019 US Open. About three years ago, the golfer underwent a very delicate surgery to remove a lesion from his brain. Just two weeks ago, Woodland told the media that he had developed PTSD during his difficult recovery from brain surgery. Sunday’s final round saw Gary Woodland holding a one-shot lead starting the final 18 holes at the Texas Children’s Hospital Houston Open. He raced out to a 4-under par 31 on the front nine in posting a final round 67 to win the event by five shots. The Houston crowd chanted, “Gary…Gary…Gary!” on the closing holes as Woodland tried to remain focused on the task at hand. Woodland once played on both the Kansas Jayhawks basketball team and on college golf team. He wisely chose to play professional golf for his post-college career. Now 41, Gary Woodland picked-up his fifth career PGA win in Houston and a paycheck for nearly $1.8 million. His emotional win in Houston also came with an invitation to play in The Masters tournament in Augusta, Georgia in just ten days. Golf – Tiger Woods flipped his SUV and earned a DUI charge in Florida Now 50 years of age, Tiger Woods captured the spotlight once again on Friday. Golf’s biggest name since Jack Nicklaus was placed under arrest near his home in central Florida after flipping his Land Rover vehicle at a high rate of speed. Tiger Woods’ SUV quickly came upon a truck which was slowing to turn into a driveway. Woods lost control of his vehicle. The SUV flipped onto its side and Woods safely crawled out of the passenger-side window. Fortunately, there was no oncoming traffic around when the accident occurred. Woods agreed to a breathalyzer test for alcohol, but he then refused to submit to a lawful test for DUI. He was briefly taken into custody late Friday afternoon and released on bond after several hours at the local jail. I was a bit surprised to learn that Tiger Woods still had a valid driver’s license after having more than one past issue involving driving while impaired. This might be a good time for Tiger limit his future driving to the tee boxes at the golf course. NCAA Basketball – March Madness Mauls SwampSwami’s men’s bracket I don’t know which game surprised me more over the past few days. The #2 seed University of Houston faced #3 seed Illinois on Thursday night with the game being played in the Cougars’ home city of Houston at the Toyota Center. The Cougars were playing in their seventh year of making it to the Sweet 16 round or further. Houston clanked three-pointers, two pointers, and hardly ever shot a free throw in losing to the Fighting Illini 65-55. The Cougars shot only two free throws in the entire game. This game was U-G-L-Y from start to finish. The halftime score was Illinois 24, Houston 22. Coach Kelvin Sampson’s Cougars again failed to bring the school and their long-time coach a first national championship trophy in men’s basketball. And, yes, ol’ SwampSwami picked Houston’s Cougars to win it all this year. Drat! Congratulations to Illinois and coach Brad Underwood! After knocking off Houston, the Fighting Illini downed upstart #9 seed Iowa 71-59 on Saturday to advance to the Final Four on Saturday in Indianapolis. It will be Illinois’ first trip to the Final Four in 21 seasons. The 62-year old coach Underwood was a longtime assistant coach who received his first Division I coaching job at Stephen F. Austin. He took the Lumberjacks into the NCAA March Madness field twice in three seasons while in Nacogdoches, Texas prior to joining Illinois in 2017. Yet another head-scratching game in this weekend’s NCAA March Madness men’s tournament was Sunday afternoon’s massive collapse by #1 East seed Duke in losing at the buzzer to #2 UConn 73-72. Duke led by as many as 19 points in this game before committing a turnover and allowing a 30 foot 3-pointer by Huskies guard Braylon Mullins (his only made 3-point basket of the day) with less than one second remaining. Duke’s first three games in the NCAA tournament were closer than most of us expected. The Blue Devils struggled against #16-seed Sienna (71-65). Third round foe and #5 seed St. Johns kept Duke off balance until a final minute surge lifted the Devils to an 80-75 win. Duke had no shortage of high school All-Americans on its team again this season. A few of these “rentals” move onto the NBA later in the spring. Duke’s starting five featured one senior, one sophomore, and three freshmen. Contrast that to UConn’s starting five which included two seniors, two juniors and just one freshman. When Duke had Connecticut down by 19 points, the Huskies played like a veteran group and kept fighting hard until the end of Sunday’s game. As for the Dukees, the coach’s inability to keep his team together from one year to the next has kept this fading basketball powerhouse out of the winner’s circle for ten straight seasons. Regional furniture seller could lose a millions soon! Both the Connecticut Huskies men’s and women’s teams have advanced to their respective Final Four national semifinal games at the end of this week. Jordan’s Furniture (a New England based chain) stands to lose millions of dollars if both Huskies teams should win their Final Four opening games later this week. The regional furniture retailer offered customers a full rebate for merchandise purchased between January 20 through February 16 if both University of Connecticut basketball teams advance to play in this year’s NCAA title games. A representative for the furniture store said the company had purchased some form of risk insurance in the event the company needs to pay off millions to its customers soon. No matter how they “couch” it, Jordan’s Furniture may want reconsider promotions which involve “bedding” against the state’s favorite college basketball teams! The post Baseball returned, Tiger was jailed, and my NCAA Picks are toast (again) appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.
Tiger Woods rolled his Land Rover on Friday. The Today Show made an announcement on the return of Savannah Guthrie to the show. Brittney Spears is taking her latest arrest very seriously and going to her meetings. Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The squad hits the Homie Helpline to help a shy future lawyer named Cameron find the "rizz" to talk to a security guard who gave up social media for Lent. They also roast Tiger Woods for flipping his Land Rover in Florida and debate why Jelly Roll was chosen to sing a country song for the official World Cup soundtrack. [Edited by @iamdyre
Steve Beres and Ike Goss cover a bleak week of Land Rover news, including JLR temporarily halting production at the Solihull plant for two weeks due to a supplier dispute affecting Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. They discuss leaked crash-test photos of the new Freelander (developed with Chery), noting its larger SUV proportions, bold Freelander branding, and a stripped, modern JLR-like interior, along with reports of a $58,000 entry price and plans for the UK rather than the US. They revisit the confusing status of design chief Gerry McGovern, with new reports saying he will step down at the end of March. The hosts also note the British Army retiring its iconic Land Rover fleet with replacement expected by 2030, speculate about surplus sales, debut a “Would You Rather” segment, and mention a new Anaconda film opening with a classic Defender scene.00:00 Show Intro and Hosts01:31 JLR Halts Solihull Production02:37 Freelander Crash Leak04:32 Freelander Design Breakdown08:17 Pricing and Market Plans09:19 Jerry McGovern Exit Saga12:10 British Army Retires Land Rovers15:17 Defender Import Dreams15:44 Would You Rather Begins16:55 Heater Core Nightmare18:32 Creepy Seat vs Enya Loop21:59 Viewer Submissions Call22:24 Defender Spotting in Anaconda25:13 Project Hail Mary Rovers25:40 Where Is Jerry McGovern26:25 See You Next Weekhttps://classiclandrover.com/2026/03/20/british-army-to-retire-iconic-land-rover-fleet/https://www.autonews.com/jaguar-land-rover/ane-jaguar-design-boss-mcgovern-starts-consultancy-0320/https://www.autoblog.com/news/new-land-rover-freelander-leaked-after-crash-testhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3931xz101do
Join Ray Stevens, DriveChicago.com General Manager Mark Bilek and Chicago Auto Show Senior Marketing Director Jim OBrill as they review the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, get tips on cleaning your car from Gold Eagle’s DJ Goodson, and Jim recaps a trip to Chattanooga, TN for the Riverside 11 Car Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tiger Woods was arrested Friday afternoon in Jupiter Island, Florida...for suspicion of driving under the influence. Tiger Woods flipped his Land Rover several times in a car accident...making this Tiger Woods fourth car accident since 2009. We discuss Tiger Woods arrest...and his alleged problem with prescription medication. We discuss criticism of Tiger Woods not hiring a driver...and explain why Tiger Woods is likely keeping his struggles hidden from those around him. We also explain why jail might be the best place for Tiger Woods. USE PROMO CODE BTL25 TO SAVE 25% WITH SUGAR MOUNTAIN TRADING: https://sugarmountaintrading.com
Steve Beres and Ike Goss discuss JLR's new international Defender Awards and how they differ from the existing Defender Service Awards, including the judging-panel process and some winners. They review spy-photo news suggesting the Range Rover Velar is becoming a more wagon-like, road-focused vehicle, and debate why the newer Range Rover logo appears inconsistently on vehicles and the website. They cover controversy around a Chinese company's Range Rover-like vehicle and ad copy. Steve then interviews Joe Hesselman of Lost Cause Ranch about his new car-wash-based shop with three-phase power and expanded CNC capabilities, plus his Land Rover projects including a six-wheel Discovery 2 and a Discovery 4 chopped into a tray-back “El Camino”-style pickup with custom aluminum flatbed and toolboxes. The episode ends with a brief film recommendation, "Sorcerer" (1978).00:00 Show Intro and Hosts01:20 Defender Awards Explained03:53 Winners and Weird Highlights04:57 Velar Update Wagon Talk06:40 Range Rover Logo Mystery08:27 China Copycat Ad Drama11:02 Defender Lookalike SUVs17:51 Interview Joe Lost Cause19:15 New Ranch CNC Upgrades24:35 Fleet Updates and 6x6 Disco27:43 Chopping a Discovery Tease28:13 El Camino Dreaming29:38 Why Cut the LR430:37 Sourcing the Rear Cap31:31 Slicing It in Half33:53 Designing the Flatbed36:28 All Aluminum Fabrication39:58 Underbed Box Mastery42:09 CNC Press Brake Talk45:57 Future Ranch Projects49:54 Utes and Car Culture52:08 Sorcerer Movie Pick54:23 Wrap and Next Week
The UK has agreed to allow the United States to use British bases to launch strikes on Iranian sites targeting the Strait of Hormuz. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer previously allowed US forces to use the bases only for defensive operations to prevent Iran firing missiles that put British interests or lives at risk.Also on the programme: Dame Jenni Murray, who hosted BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour for more than three decades, has died at the age of 75. Broadcaster Ritula Shah reflects on her former colleague.And after 70 years of service, the British Army announces plans to retire its fleet of Land Rovers. We get the reaction of motoring journalist, Top Gear veteran and Land Rover owner, James May.
Album 8 Track 9: Accelerating Your Career: Think Two. Act One. w/Kristen FischbeckBrand Nerds, we are back in the building! Today, we are diving deep into what it takes to achieve professional growth as we sit down with Kristen Fischbeck. If you are a marketer looking to "compress the timeline" between where you are and where you want to be, this episode is your blueprint. Kristen's rise is nothing short of meteoric: she joined a boutique agency as an entry-level account coordinator and, in just seven years, navigated every level of the organization to become Managing Partner. Now, she leads strategy for an expansive and impressive portfolio including BMW, Rolls-Royce, and Land Rover. In this conversation, Kristen breaks down what we are coining the "Think Two. Act One." strategic mindset of thinking two steps ahead while acting on one to master the job you want before you even have the title. We explore the grit required to thrive in your career, the "Ruh-Roh" moments that lead to massive growth, and how AI is currently slashing production costs in half for luxury brands. Key Takeaways:The 2-1 Rule for Career AccelerationMimic the MasteryThe Space to FailHigh-Octane BrandingAI as a Production ToolDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and share with a fellow Brand Nerd!Instagram | LinkedIn
Well Gnar Gnation you know the Gnomies have been getting gravel curious so what better guest to have up next then one of the hottest gravel shops (and xc they carry Allied bikes) and ahem road bikes... in the Southeast, Whitetail! The Gnar Gnome randomly walked into the shop, met Shaune, and just hit it off. They knew a pod would have to ensue. They discuss the shops history and unique branding and experience model, the rad town of Milton, Shaune's personal unique story, his love of overlanding/Land Rover's, nice bikes, coffee, beer and much more. So grab you a fresh Americano and kick back to listen to this rad episode! https://whitetailbicycles.com/ https://www.instagram.com/whitetailbikes/ https://www.instagram.com/whitetailcoffeecomilton/https://www.instagram.com/whitetailcoffeeco/ https://www.instagram.com/whitetail.overland/
Steve Beres and Ike Goss open the Underpowered Hour noting a planned interview with Land Rover drivetrain expert Matt Jackson was lost due to a failed new “internet interview machine.” They cover Land Rover news, including the UK-only Range Rover Sport SVR Ultimate Edition with a 3.7-second 0–60 time, VIP handover, 500 units, and a £145,995 price. They discuss Chelsea Tractor Company expanding its signature body kits to vehicles like the Grenadier and Jeep, plus a line of pedal-equipped electric bikes and a heavily vented Defender build with an awkward fuel-filler tunnel. They preview the new Defender Trophy selection process in British Columbia, with 190 North American competitors and Jennifer Fibble competing for a finals spot in the UK. Ike also shares acquiring a recognizable 1950 Series I and a 1955 pickup from a Michigan estate sale and updates on a 109 wagon build with disc brakes and upgrades.00:00 Show Intro and Hosts01:19 Guest Interview Fails02:02 Range Rover SVR Ultimate03:28 VIP Perks and Tech05:36 Wheels Seats and Pricing06:49 Chelsea Tractor Body Kits08:13 Chelsea Electric Bikes12:28 Defender Guana Widebody14:46 Design Details and Fuel Door16:23 Chelsea Tractor Swell Kit17:21 Defender Trophy Returns18:37 Instagram Stage Training20:42 Estate Sale Rover Haul22:23 The Blue Series One25:21 Shop Build 109 Wagon25:54 Michelin XZL Tire Talk27:04 Tractor Tangents and Tips28:18 Busy Shop and UK Plans29:56 Next Episode Tease
Steve Beres and Ike Goss skip the news to interview Helen and Marcella (“The Gazelles”) about their debut run in the Dakar Classic in a self-built classic Land Rover. Helen explains how her first desert rally idea began with Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles in 2019, how she and Marcella—friends for over 21 years—became teammates, and why in-car chemistry matters under stress. They describe building their Dakar vehicle “Purdy” from the ground up after an outside build effort failed, using a pre-inspection for peace of mind before shipping the car, and arriving surprised to see big teams still wrenching in the bivouac. They share standout moments, including meeting top competitors, encouragement from Saudi spectators, and a last-day crisis where hitting a rock caused two flats and required help from another team. They discuss on-course assistance rules, helping others in dunes, lessons learned, and hint at future adventures.Intro and Hosts01:18 Why This Dakar Interview02:49 Meet the Gazelles03:30 How the Idea Started05:30 Finding the Right Teammate06:30 Team Chemistry in the Car08:26 From Gazelles to Dakar Timeline09:15 Building Purdy from Scratch10:45 Skills and the YouTube Build Series12:54 Logistics and Pre Inspection16:49 Arriving in Saudi Race Bubble18:49 Meeting Legends and Local Moments21:05 Was Dakar a Success22:22 Racing Under Cameras23:58 Finish Line Tire Crisis25:48 On Course Support Rules27:29 Helping in the Dunes28:50 Whats Next Adventure30:10 Lessons From Dakar33:57 Lightning Round36:21 Shoutouts and Motivation38:48 Hosts Wrap Up
It's EV News Briefly for Sunday 01 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyVOLKSWAGEN HITS 2 MILLION EV DELIVERIESVolkswagen delivered its 2 millionth battery electric vehicle — an ID.3 handed to customer Kirsten Vormbrock at the Transparent Factory in Dresden — capping a journey that began with the e-up! in 2013. The ID.4 leads the tally with roughly 901,000 units sold globally, while the brand now looks ahead to four new affordable EVs including the ID. Polo, arriving in 2026.ŠKODA GIVES SUPERB HATCH A 200 KW PHEVŠkoda has unveiled a 200 kW plug-in hybrid for the Superb Hatch, pairing a 1.5 TSI petrol engine with an 85 kW electric motor and a 25.7 kWh battery — making it the most powerful combustion-engine model in Škoda's current lineup. The launch reflects growing demand: one in four Superb models now sells with a PHEV powertrain, and more than 68,000 Superb iV models have been delivered since 2019.CANADA OPENS CHINA-BUILT EV QUOTA AT 6.1% TARIFFCanada began accepting import permit applications from 1 March 2026, allowing up to 49,000 China-built EVs per year to enter at a 6.1% tariff — a sharp cut from the 106.1% rate imposed in 2024 — on a first-come, first-served basis. Tesla, Polestar, and Volvo are considered frontrunners to use the allocation, which Ottawa plans to scale to 70,000 vehicles annually by 2030, with 50% of that expanded quota reserved for EVs below a set price threshold.CUPRA SETS 5 MARCH BORN FACELIFT REVEALCupra will unveil the Born facelift on 5 March, bringing harder-edged front and rear styling that aligns the model visually with the newer Terramar and Tavascan, plus expected interior upgrades including more premium materials and a revised infotainment layout. The refresh matters commercially: the Born has sold nearly 30,000 units in the UK alone since its 2022 launch, and Cupra will also soon introduce the smaller Raval electric hatchback from approximately £23,000.RANGE ROVER VELAR EV SPOTTED ON WINTER TESTA Range Rover Velar EV prototype has been caught in European winter testing, revealing a dramatically reshaped body with a cab-forward stance, angular haunches, and a fastback-leaning roofline that breaks sharply from traditional boxy SUV design. Crucially, it will be the first Jaguar Land Rover model built on the new 800-volt Electric Modular Architecture (EMA) platform, which is engineered to deliver over 300 miles of range and faster charging capability.RIVIAN LAUNCHES RAD PERFORMANCE SUB-BRANDRivian has launched the Rivian Adventure Department (RAD), a dedicated performance sub-brand targeting harder and faster off-road driving that puts it in direct competition with Land Rover's Octa and Ford's Raptor line. RAD formalises the engineering team already responsible for the R1S and R1T Quad Motor variants, giving Rivian's performance ambitions an official identity and a public-facing platform.TESLA TELLS MODEL Y OWNERS TO CHARGE GENTLYTesla has updated the Model Y Owner's Manual to advise owners to rely on home Level 1 or Level 2 charging for daily use — keeping limits at 80% — and to reserve Superchargers for road trips, warning that frequent DC fast charging accelerates long-term battery degradation. For long-term storage, Tesla recommends parking at approximately 50% state of charge and flagging that features like Sentry Mode and Dog Mode can silently drain the battery at roughly 1% per day while the car sits idle.VOLVO PLOTS FASTER ZERO-EMISSION TRUCK PUSHVolvo Group is accelerating its battery-electric heavy truck strategy from a position of strength, holding a 19% share of the European heavy-truck market for the second consecutive year. Its flagship FH Aero Electric packs 780 kWh of batteries for up to 600 km of range and supports megawatt charging that takes the pack from 20% to 80% in just 45 minutes — aligning recharge stops with mandatory driver rest breaks.LYTEN TAKES OVER NORTHVOLT'S SWEDISH BATTERY ASSETSLyten has completed its acquisition of Northvolt's Swedish operations — covering Northvolt Ett, Ett Expansion, and Northvolt Labs — in a deal encompassing nearly $5 billion in book value, 16 GWh of manufacturing capacity, and Europe's largest battery R&D centre. The company plans to restart lithium-ion NMC cell production at the Skellefteå site in the second half of 2026, and will use Northvolt Labs in Västerås to advance its proprietary lithium-sulfur battery technology.BRIM EXPLORER ORDERS TWO ELECTRIC TRIMARANSOslo-based Brim Explorer has signed contracts for two fully electric trimarans — each 24 metres long, carrying 180 passengers — which the firm claims will be the world's most efficient battery-powered vessels upon their spring 2027 delivery. The boats will operate silent, emission-free sightseeing cruises along Norway's coast with a battery-only range of 100 nautical miles at speeds up to 20 knots, expanding Brim's existing five-vessel fleet.
Steve and Ike welcome Olympian and cross-country skier Ben Ogden, calling in from Sweden as his race season continues after the Olympics. Ben explains how he got into the sport in Vermont, describes winning silver in the men's individual sprint and again in the team sprint with Gus Schumacher, and breaks down sprint race format, tactics, and the major role of ski selection and waxing support. The conversation shifts to Ben's 1973 Series III Land Rover restoration bought from Vermont restorer Lanny Clark: an 18,000-mile but heavily rusted, long-nonrunning “derelict” that became his off-season outlet. Ben details progress—bodywork, welding aluminum, marine blue paint challenges after a PPG discontinuation, rebuilt drivetrain, brakes, and remaining wiring and interior bits—plus other vehicles, motorcycles, knitting, and a quick lightning round.00:00 Show Intro and Hosts01:22 Meet Olympian Ben Ogden02:13 Why Cross Country Skiing04:16 Olympic Silver Medal Story06:54 Ski Wax and Prep Secrets11:50 Land Rover and Olympic Skiing14:14 Ben's Series III Project Begins19:04 Restoration Progress and Paint Drama21:54 What's Left to Finish22:31 Dash Trim Hunt23:17 Care Package Offer23:45 Oregon Off Road Plans24:10 Other Rigs Garage Tour26:14 Volvo Trucks And Military Oddities27:53 Motorcycles And Learning Wrenching29:00 Knitting As A Project Fix30:20 Sweater Reveal And Restoration Mindset33:21 Lightning Round Q And A34:38 Thanks And Sign Off
Steve Beres hosts an episode of The Underpowered Hour from John Masters' podcast studio in the English countryside while Ike Goss is traveling. Steve is joined by John Masters, Camel Trophy legend Bob Ives, Land Rover mechanic Dan Ives, and Nick Dimbleby after a day driving two matching GAC Camel Trophy vehicles, including one Masters restored and another recently acquired vehicle associated with Ian Chapman/Bob Ives. They discuss the history of the four Moscow/Red Square GAC Discoverys (560–563), the unknown whereabouts of 560 and 561, and details of Masters' restorations, originality and patina, and how hard the vehicles were used in Camel Trophy selections and training (including water “tide marks,” mud inside chassis rails, and stories about A-bars/ropes used to link vehicles). The group also talks about current Land Rover topics including the Defender Trophy, Dakar coverage and logistics, the appeal of recognizable vehicles in rallying, and hopes for more manufacturers competing in Land Rover's Dakar class. Nick shares updates on his Freelander trip in India (about 2,000–2,500 miles, up to roughly 14,000 feet, with three Freelanders and two cracked expansion tanks) and a Freelander incident involving an animal nest fire. Masters mentions his next restoration project: a 1985 Camel Trophy Ninety Dutch team vehicle currently in Spain with a raised roof and other modifications. Nick also recounts driving a Range Rover “Popemobile” with a fake pope during a 1995 Rover France project celebrating the end of classic Range Rover production. The episode closes with plans to have Nick and Lisa on to discuss the India adventure, and joking updates about trying to get proof of life from Land Rover's Jerry McGovern.
Gary and Shannon kick off SwampWatch with Trump speaking live... But why did Jimmy Carter get two Presidential Books? Plus, the DHS funding deal is still nowhere. Then, the mega-rich are going full fortress mode: moats, $600K pepper-spray Land Rovers, and $175K protection dogs. In #TechTalk, they break down the doorbell footage recovery in the Nancy Guthrie case and Ring's wild rise from Shark Tank rejection to surveillance giant. Plus, TMZ reports another ransom letter in the Guthrie case, and a UC Davis researcher says ditch the dating numbers game, date fewer people, more times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.