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Modified Rides Podcast

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This podcast channel will discuss modified vehicles through interviews. Vehicle builders, shops, build managers, show promotors, aftermarket parts marketing managers and company owners as well as those with a passion for modified rides and the journey they all take us on. The podcast is ran by Bra

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 53 min
Latest: 13 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 12 minNew

Donny Klassen - Avocado C10

This week I sit down with Donny Klassen from Canada. Donny made a splash when he built his "Avocado C10" for the SEMA 2025 show. It dominated magazines and social media from day one. We talk about how the truck came to be and how he linked up with some top companies. This episode of Modified Rides is powered by Auto Metal Direct — your source for premium restoration parts for classic American muscle cars and trucks.From Camaro, Chevelle, and Mopar muscle to classic Chevy and GMC trucks, Ford F-Series, Bronco, and more, AMD manufactures premium sheet metal, body panels, trim, glass, interior…

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E132 · 6 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 37 min
Brandon Lillie from Porterbuilt
This week's guest, Brandon Lillie, has been around a lot of the same automotive magazine circles I have been involved in. He also handles the marketing for one of my current build partners for my Blazer, Porterbuilt, who handled the suspension I used. Check out his story and some of the cool things he's been involved in. This episode of Modified Rides is powered by Auto Metal Direct — your source for premium restoration parts for classic American muscle cars and trucks.From Camaro, Chevelle, and Mopar muscle to classic Chevy and GMC trucks, Ford F-Series, Bronco, and more, AMD manufactures…
E131 · 29 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 59 min
Juan Trevino
I was finally able to sit down and catch up with long time Relaxed Atmosphere member, Juan Trevino. We chatted about life, trucks, car shows and so much more. Sit back and check out his story. This episode of Modified Rides is powered by Auto Metal Direct — your source for premium restoration parts for classic American muscle cars and trucks.From Camaro, Chevelle, and Mopar muscle to classic Chevy and GMC trucks, Ford F-Series, Bronco, and more, AMD manufactures premium sheet metal, body panels, trim, glass, interior parts, and restoration components built with the fit, finish, and…
E130 · 22 Sep 2026 · 48 min
Tammy Miller from Revolt Auto Paint
This week I was able to sit down with Tammy Miller from Revolt Auto Paint. She runs and owns one of the newest and fastest growing automotive paint companies. Check out this episode and hear how she created the company, what all she offers and how the company compares to other brands. This episode of Modified Rides is powered by Auto Metal Direct — your source for premium restoration parts for classic American muscle cars and trucks.From Camaro, Chevelle, and Mopar muscle to classic Chevy and GMC trucks, Ford F-Series, Bronco, and more, AMD manufactures premium sheet metal, body panels,…
E129 · 16 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 22 min
Joe Martin from Martin Brothers Customs
It was an honor to sit down with Joe Martin from Martin Brothers Customs for this weeks episode. Joe has been a staple in "car tv" for years. Between the biker build off shows, to Iron Resurrection, Joe has been on TV for years, all while becoming one of the top builders in our industry. Check out his story and some of the cool things he has been able to do so far in his career. This episode of Modified Rides is powered by Auto Metal Direct — your source for premium restoration parts for classic American muscle cars and trucks.From Camaro, Chevelle, and Mopar muscle to classic Chevy and GMC…
E128 · 8 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 33 min
Russell from Home Made Hot Rods
I finally linked up with Russell McClendon from Home Made Hot Rods, who has made a name for himself in the cusrom vehicle world and more recently, in the social media world. Sit back and check out his journey (pun intended) over the past for years. You can also check him out on Instagram and YouTube under the Home Made Hot Rod pages. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachineworks.com and see what all they have to offer. Also, podcast…
E127 · 1 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
Lance Martz
I got the opportunity to sit down with one of the mini truck OG's this week, Lance Martz. Lance worked at Minitruckin Magazine as well as other automotive aftermarket companies througout the years and is now back into the scene full force. He is also helping with the new Minitruckin Magazine, so sit back and check out his story and see what he has been up to. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachineworks.com and see what all they have to…
E126 · 25 Aug 2026 · 59 min
Skoop from SMG (Update)
I have another return guest on this week to catch up with what has been going on and some of this years big SEMA plans. I have CJ "Skoop" Dunlap from SMG on again and we sat down at Showdown in the Valley to catch up and see what all he has been working on. WIth the addition of his new vending trailer and a couple new trucks in the works, I wanted to get more info on all of that. Sit back and check out what he has been up to and even have a few laughs with us. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on…
E125 · 18 Aug 2026 · 2 hr 3 min
Kevin and Justin from Kevin Riffey's Hot Rods
When the shop that built this years coveted Riddler Award car is a couple hours away, I knew I had to make the trip and sit down with Kevin Riffey and Justin Spradlin and not only discuss how the car became what it is, but some of the other stuff the shops been involved with. Sit back and check out this weeks episode where I set up my gear inside the shop and chatted. If you enjoy this kind of in person recordings at random shops, let me know. I'd love to do more for my listeners. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks.…
E124 · 11 Aug 2026 · 51 min
Emma Sauve from Mobsteel
For this week's episode, I sit down with Emma Suave from Mobsteel and Detroit Steel Wheels. She is the creative director for them and is heavily involved in the custom vehicle world. Sit down and check out her story and what all she's involved with. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachineworks.com and see what all they have to offer. Also, podcast t-shirts and hats are available. Message me to get yours! Start looking for us to be set up…
E123 · 4 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Kevin Tetz
I was able to sit down with Kevin Tetz while at the Goodguys Columbus event in the Auto Metal Direct booth and get his story. From rock star to TV personality, Kevin has been in the public eye for decades. Sit back and check out his story. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachineworks.com and see what all they have to offer. Also, podcast t-shirts and hats are available. Message me to get yours! Start looking for us to be set up at car…
E122 · 28 Jul 2026 · 51 min
Corey Floyd
This week's episode is actually a second recording with the guest, Corey Floyd. Due to a technical situation the first time we sat down, I had to redo the episode. Fortunately this time around, everything was plugged in. Corey is one of the top automotive photographers in the country and has proven himself with his talent, so it was a must to sit down with him and check out his story. You can find some of his work on his https://www.instagram.com/corey_floyd_photography/ instagram or his personal https://www.instagram.com/corey_floyd/ instagram page. I was able to sit down and record in…
E121 · 21 Jul 2026 · 51 min
Damien Davis to discuss Minitruckin Magazine
Have you heard the buzz about one our our favorite magazines, Minitruckin Magazine, coming back? Well it is! So i sat down with Damien Davis, who runs the magazine to get all the info. I have had Damien on to discuss his story, but this time it was time to tell our listeners about this big release. Sit back and check out how Damien and his crew are bringing back an iconic magazine! It was recorded in person in my booth at the Scrapin the Coast in Biloxi, Mississippi a few weeks ago. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks.…
E120 · 14 Jul 2026 · 46 min
Justin and Eli Griffin from Twin States Rod Shop
This week I have two guests at the same time, Justin and Eli Griffin. Brothers who own and run the Twin States Rod Shop and have been turning out some killer builds for a long time. Listen to their story on how they got into business, some of the cool things they have had their hands in and what they are currently working on. Sit back and check out the Twin States Rod Shop story! It was recorded in person in the Auto Metal Direct booth at the Goodguys show in Perry, Georgia a few weeks ago. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM…
E119 · 7 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Shorty from Shorty's Custom Paint
If you've watched any Saturday morning "car TV" over the past couple decades, then you've seen this weeks guest. I was able to sit down with Javier "Shorty" Ponce and discuss his career over the past almost 5 decades. Everything from how he got started, the shops his owned or worked at, his TV show career and how involved he is with kids in tech programs. Sit back and check out his story! It was recorded in person in the Auto Metal Direct booth at the Goodguys show in Perry, Georgia a few weeks ago. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for…
E117 · 30 Jun 2026 · 53 min
Chris Stafford from Stafford's Garage
Chris Stafford at Staffords Garage is quickly becoming one of those guys and shops we should all take notice of. Even though Chris has been tinkering on trucks for years, he recently went "full time" in the shop and is building some of the countries top trucks. Sit back and check out his story and find out some of the things he's had his hands in. Give him a follow on instagram as well: https://www.instagram.com/staffords_garage/ This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or…
E118 · 26 Jun 2026 · 25 min
Scrapin the Coast 2026 (Bonus Episode)
This week is one of the biggest custom car and truck shows on the Gulf Coast, Scrapin the Coast. I sit down with Tony Miller and get some details on the event for a bonus podcast. Check them out online and make plans to stop by the podcast booth if you are here this weekend. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachineworks.com and see what all they have to offer. The official event sponsor for this week's episode is…
E116 · 23 Jun 2026 · 1 hr
Lou Santiago
If you've ever watch any "car TV" on weekend mornings, then there's a chance you know this weeks guest, Lou Santiago. He was a staple on some our favorite car TV shows. Sit back while he tells us his story. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachineworks.com and see what all they have to offer. The official event sponsor for this week's episode is www.showdowninthevalley.com whos July 31st - August 2nd custom vehicle show in Maggie Valley,…
E115 · 16 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
Stuart Daigle with KIK
I linked up with Stuart Daigle this week from KIK, Last Resort and other events. So sit back and check out his story, how he got into doing multiple car shows, how he came to be the owner of KIK and some of the cool things he's involved with. You can find more about his brands online at: https://www.instagram.com/kustomzinkklothing/ https://www.instagram.com/lastresortshow/ https://www.instagram.com/park__and__recreation/ https://www.instagram.com/lowered_limits/ https://the-playersclub.com/ This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic…
E114 · 9 Jun 2026 · 35 min
Andy from KnKut Drill Bits
I was able to sit down with Andy from KnKut Drill Bits while at the AMD show and discuss what all they provide to the industry, what sets them apart from competitors and how they got started. Sit back and enjoy! You can check them out at: https://www.instagram.com/knkutdrillbits/ This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachineworks.com and see what all they have to offer. The official event sponsor for this week's episode is…
E113 · 2 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Jason Mode - New Creations
While attending a car show at Auto Metal Direct (AMD), I was able to sit down in person with Jason Mode from New Creations to see what he's been up to. I had him on before (Episode 62) to tell his story, but it was good to get an update from some of the cool things him and his shop have been working on. New Creations has their hands in some of the top builds in our industry. Sit back and check out what he has to say. Find him on Instagram as well: https://www.instagram.com/jasonmode/ This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM…
E112 · 26 May 2026 · 36 min
Pat Gibellina from Mr G's Classics
For this week's episode, I sit down with Pat Gibellina, from Mr G's Classics. He is also has a big part in CK Truck Magazine. Sit back and check out his story and see what all he has been involved in. Check out his instagram pages: https://www.instagram.com/atx_c10/ https://www.instagram.com/mrgsclassics/ The episode was recorded in person at C10's in the City in Atlanta, Georgia. https://www.instagram.com/c10s_in_the_city/ This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to…
E111 · 19 May 2026 · 56 min
Nick with NV Machine Works
For this weeks episode, I sat down and chatted remotely with Nick Young from NV Machine Works. If that name sounds familiar, it should. NV Machine Works is one of the podcast sponsors. Being Nick is in Canada, recording remotely was the best option on this. He makes tons of killer billet parts for the classic GM trucks and beyond. Sit back and check out Nicks story and find out about some of the cool things he produces. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the…
E110 · 15 May 2026 · 27 min
C10's in the City (Bonus Episode)
I was able to sit down with Rick and Sarah from C10's in the City down in Atlanta, Georgia and discuss how the show came about, the changes its had and why they do it. The story behind this show is awesome, so sit back and listen to their story. I also grabbed Eddy Cebreco from AMD, who is the title sponsor of the show to get his view on why this show is important and why AMD decided to step in and take the title sponsor spot. Make sure to check them out at https://www.c10sinthecity.com/ to get all the details on this years show and keep up with next years event. This week's episode is…
E109 · 12 May 2026 · 22 min
Showdown in the Valley
With Showdown in the Valley being our official event sponsor of the podcast, it was important to sit down with Mitchell Metcalf, one of the show promoters, and get some info for you guys. This event is coming up in less than 3 months from the release of this podcast, on July 31 to August 2nd, 2026 in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. Check out the information we discuss and give them a follow on all social media platforms. Also check out www.showdowninthevalley.com for more info. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check…
E108 · 5 May 2026 · 40 min
Adam Tripp
While at Mini Nats in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, I was able to pull Adam Tripp away from his vendor booth, HammerD Weekend Wear, to sit down and tell his story. Sit back and check out what all he has been involved in. Also, give him a follow at his company page and his show page: https://www.instagram.com/hammerdweekendwear/ https://www.instagram.com/the_sparks_show/ This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachineworks.com and see what all…
E107 · 28 Apr 2026 · 46 min
Cal from Calz Kustoms
I was able to sit down with one of the biggest Canadian build managers for this week's episode, Calvin Chapleau, owner of Calz Kustoms. Cal has become one of those people that is known for his overt the top builds that always dominate TIS Wheels booth at SEMA. I was able to sit down with him in person at the Miles On It Tour show in Nashville, Tennessee, which provided a cool backdrop for this episode. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website,…
E106 · 21 Apr 2026 · 39 min
Walter from TIS Wheels and DUB
I was able to sit down with one of my favorite people in the car show world, Walter Segovia, from TIS Wheels and the DUB Shows. Walter has been a big part of both companies (which is the same company) for a long time. Probably one of the most upbeat, energetic guys you will meet at a show. He tells his story of what all he has been involved with most of his life. Sit back and check out his episode. I was able to sit down with him in person at the Miles On It Tour show in Nashville, Tennessee, which provided a cool backdrop for this episode. This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine…
E105 · 14 Apr 2026 · 41 min
Bill Dubuisson
This week I sit down with someone I've shot a magazine cover truck for and who has one of the sickest body dropped duallys around, Bill Dubuisson. We were able to sit down at Orange Beach Invasion and chat about how he got into the scene and all about the story behind his dually known as "Becky 2.0". Check him out on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/aftermath_billdubby/ This week's episode is brought to you by NV Machine works, known for their billet parts for classic GM trucks. Check them out on Instagram at @nv_machine_works or go to the website, www.nvmachineworks.com and see what…
E104 · 7 Apr 2026 · 47 min
Brandon McCoy with Gooch Customs
Things are a little different for this episode recording wise. I was able to sit down in person with the guest, Brandon McCoy with Gooch Customs, and record in his vendor booth while he was set up at Orange Beach Invasion 2026. The in-person set up was pretty cool, while allowing the vibe of the car show to carry into the episode. If you don't already follow Gooch, check him out online and see some of the badass artwork he does. Everything from vehicles, to toilets to even some other things mentioned in the episode. He is one of the premier graphics guys in our industry so sitting down with…

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