New VW Podcast: VW Garage Talk

[VW_MAN_73]

Hey Samba friends!

We recently launched VW Garage Talk! In our first three episodes, we’ve shared:
- Stories about my VWs and restoration projects
- Updates from our cross-country bus road trip
- Fun chats with my VW brothers
Episodes drop every other Monday, and you can listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1RugpHLl63bscoZKx5Dgls?si=dc95d07d3fb742f2 (or wherever you get podcasts) or watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZkhCmOBM2KCFYkWEdZyPVR8gS6-7C1_1.

I know there are already some great VW podcasts out there, and it’s amazing how they’ve brought our community closer together. We’re hoping to contribute to that vibe, build more connections and broaden the VW family. We’d love your support. Check it out and let us know what you think!

-Craig (BrewDub)
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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[VW_MAN_73]

Ep.1 | My VW story, introducing the social media manager, and some Q&A

Welcome to the first episode of VW Garage Talk! In this debut episode, I share my story, how I got into Volkswagens, why I still have my first car (a ‘73 Beetle), and the many adventures I’ve had with VWs over the years. You’ll also get to meet my wife, Angie, the creative mastermind behind our social media and content.
Together, we’ll talk about what inspired BrewDub VW Adventures, the VWs I currently own, and some insight into our exciting upcoming cross-country trip!

Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/VWGarageTalkPodcastEp1

or Watch on YouTube:

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Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow along for more VW adventures! Thanks!
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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[oprn]

Well, I did watch the first one all the way through and I skimmed the second two briefly... didn't hold my attention... maybe I was not expecting it to be all just chat, thought maybe there would be cars shown or parts, event shots or how to's... a bit long perhaps...

Just me. Maybe go back and look at the other two again... when I have time... on a long cold evening.
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Our cars get old, we get old but driving an old VW never gets old!

[VW_MAN_73]

Thanks for the feedback, oprn!
I'm just getting started. The podcast is just kinda random talk, whereas some of my YouTube videos show my projects, our car meets/shows, etc. You might like that better. https://www.youtube.com/@BrewDub73/
Appreciate your time! What do you drive?

[oprn]

As far as air cooled VWs, a sand rail on the local back roads and hills and a glass street Buggy for long distance touring, VW meets and family visiting in the good weather. Our Jetta TDI does the day to day driving and winter trips.

Been into VWs since about '67 or so... perhaps that is my problem, folks newer to the VW scene may find your chat more drawing. I will check out your other posts.
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Our cars get old, we get old but driving an old VW never gets old!

[oprn]

https://www.youtube.com/@BrewDub73/
Yes! I liked that, lots of eye candy there!
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Our cars get old, we get old but driving an old VW never gets old!

[VW_MAN_73]

VW Garage Talk Podcast: Ep. 2 | our cross-country road trip in our ‘71 VW Bus

The adventure begins… We’ve wrapped up the first leg of our cross-country journey in our ‘71 Westy and we’re sharing all the highlights on the latest episode of our podcast! From quirky roadside stops to the beauty of state parks and moments where we sought help from the VW community.
Join us as we talk about our experiences, lessons learned, and what’s next for the road ahead—next stop: Lake Havasu for the Buses by the Bridge event! Don’t miss the latest episode of our journey.

Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/VWGarageTalkPodcastEp2


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Stay tuned for future episodes and updates on YouTube as we continue to share our VW lifestyle.
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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[VW_MAN_73]

In this special holiday edition of VW Garage Talk podcast, I’m joined by my VW brothers. Together we make “Boombatz”! If you've ever wondered how that name came about we’re spilling the beans. From VWs bought and sold, to ongoing projects, and even a few laugh-out-loud shenanigans, we’re bringing all the holiday cheer. Three Italians and an Irishman from New England.. what could possibly go wrong?
Get ready for a laid-back, entertaining conversation full of nostalgia, humor, and VW love. This episode is one for the books. Or at least we think so!

New episodes every other Monday!
Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/VWGarageTalkPodcastEp3


Link

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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[VW_MAN_73]

VW Garage Talk Podcast Ep. 4 | Leg 2: Convoy, Big Bend & a wild finish to our cross-country road trip
In this episode of VW Garage Talk, Angie and I dive into the highs, the twists, and the off-the-wall moments of the second leg of our cross-country adventure. From Houston to Phoenix, we packed in plenty of memories: quirky roadside attractions, joining a VW convoy to Big Bend National Park, exploring the scenic beauty of Saguaro National Park, and facing some challenges along the way (including a stolen gas tank and a series of storage unit mishaps!).
It was great meeting the VW Life crew, Alice and Dave! We’re gearing up for the final stretch to Lake Havasu City for the annual Buses by the Bridge event in just over a week, and we’ll have friends joining us for the ride! Tune in for all the laughs, road trip tales, and VW love.

Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/VWGarageTalkPodcastEp4


Link

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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[VW_MAN_73]

We loved meeting so many of you at BBB and are already missing Arizona! Dan and I dive into the final leg of our road trip from Florida and share all our favorite BBB highlights on Episode 5 of VW Garage Talk Podcast

Check it out! Watch along on YouTube

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or Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/VWgaragetalk-BBB
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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[VW_MAN_73]

Episode 6 of VW Garage Talk, I’m hanging out with my friend Gary, aka VWJawbreaker, talking all things VW!
Tune in as we talk:
- About Gary's camper and beetle builds, his new bus, and how he’s been enjoying camping in it.
- How we’re both Beetle guys at heart, but let’s be real—the practicality of bus life is winning us over!
- Camping adventures, VW shows & events, and the road trips that make it all worth it.
- How he got into VWs, his favorite builds, and the stories that come with them.
- VW road trips, camping, and car shows—what makes this community so special?
- Plenty of laughs, stories, and the best shows worth traveling for!

Plus, I share, EXCLUSIVELY on this podcast, where our next big adventure in the ‘71 bus is taking us! Want to find out? You’ll have to listen!

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/VWgaragetalk6
or, Tune in on your favorite platform (Apple, Amazon, iHeart, PlayerFM)


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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[VW_MAN_73]

Episode 7 Life on the road... VW Travel, Camping and Community

What is it really like traveling and camping in a VW? In this episode of VW Garage Talk, we chat with our friends Tom and Cyntra, who hit the road in their Vanagon to talk about the highs, the lows, and the unexpected moments of life on the road.

The best VW friendly campsites and hidden gems
Breakdowns, mishaps and the reality of road tripping in a classic
How VW events feel more like reunions than car shows
Why this community is different than any other

Listen in for laughs, stories and road-tripping tips:
https://tinyurl.com/VWGarageTalk-7

Prefer to watch the full video? Check it out here on YouTube:

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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[KTPhil]

Should this be renamed, "VW Poolside Talk"?

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Current Fleet:
- '71 Fastback
- '69 Westfalia
Retired:
- '67 Beetle
- '65 Beetle (x2)
- '65 Bus
- '71 Squareback

[VW_MAN_73]

[VW_MAN_73]

VW Garage Talk Ep. 8 | 30K Miles in a Krusty Bus: Camping, Lanterns & VW Adventures with Dave (aka Double Nutz)

Could you put 30K miles on a classic VW in just 12 months? Dave Broenen did!
In this episode of VW Garage Talk, we sit down with him to talk about his crazy travel schedule, his impressive VW collection, and why he’s always down for an adventure.

We get into:
• The insane amount of miles he’s racked up
• His favorite VW camping trips & bucket list destinations
• Why he collects vintage lanterns (and how that connects to VW life)
• The moment he almost didn’t make it home
• How we unexpectedly first met in the middle of the U.S.

This episode is packed with road-tripping stories & VW inspiration. Don’t miss it, and what’s next on his journey.

https://tinyurl.com/VWGarageTalk-8


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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[KTPhil]

With my long L.A. area commute, I used to put 35K on my Bug and later my Fastback every year. Monthly valve adjustments and oil changes were my world.
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Current Fleet:
- '71 Fastback
- '69 Westfalia
Retired:
- '67 Beetle
- '65 Beetle (x2)
- '65 Bus
- '71 Squareback

[VW_MAN_73]

Ep. 9 | Project Updates & a big Surprise about one of my VWs!

In this short, solo episode of VW Garage Talk podcast, I’m bringing you up to speed on all the latest VW project updates, including my 1961 SO23 Subhatch Bus restoration, maintenance plans for my 1973 Beetle and some tweaks I want to make, goals for the ‘71 Westy that’s still out West, and my vision for the ‘72 Squareback. Plus, I reveal a BIG surprise about one of my VWs… one you may not see coming!

We’ll talk:
- Progress on the ‘61 SO23 Bus – Rust repair, welding updates, parts on order, and what’s next
- Still driving my first car – My ‘73 Beetle after 27 years – What’s planned for it?
- BIG surprise about one of my VWs – You’ll have to listen to find out!

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5AH3yimaqITWiuToHxA1b5?si=UEK01-HfRRiU5YIGSVfcIA

Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ep-9-project...0699585183

Amazon Music:
https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b7238651-266d-4a...lk-podcast


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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[VW_MAN_73]

Ep. 10 | Bill & Dan's journeys in the car scene & the behind-the-scenes of No Dough Weekend

We’re kicking things off with Bill, the man behind one of Florida’s biggest VW events and the connection with our friend Dan.

In this episode, we dive into:
- Bill & Dan's journeys in the VW scene & first-ever VW
- The craziest swap meet finds we’ve each seen!
- How No Dough Weekend has evolved over the last 14 years
- Must-do events for first-timers
- How No Dough stays FREE for everyone & why YOU need to buy a t-shirt

No Dough is just a part of Bill’s story. He’s also been deeply involved in the minitruck world, Miami VW scene and VolksBlast.

Tune in to hear his take on the culture, events, and the future of Florida’s VW community. Don’t miss this VW Garage Talk podcast episode as we gear up for No Dough Weekend! If you're heading to Daytona, drop a comment and let us know!

Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or watch on YouTube!
• Spotify – [https://open.spotify.com/show/1RugpHLl63bscoZKx5Dgls?si=0W3Dsp4WTC2XEbTTfmUuEQ]
• Amazon Music – [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f6468cf4-3723-4653-b413-48b798d116e9/vw-garage-talk]
• Apple Podcast - [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vw-garage-talk-podcast/id1794326255]
• iHeart - [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-vw-garage-talk-podcast-266400555/]
• PlayerFM – [https://player.fm/series/vw-garage-talk-podcast]
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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[VW_MAN_73]

Ep. 11 | Building VW Community before social media: the story of Local Volks and Dave McFarland
We sit down with my longtime friend Dave McFarland, co-founder of Local Volks, Florida’s largest Volkswagen group. For nearly 20 years, Dave has been a central figure in building and growing the VW scene in the Sunshine State, long before Facebook groups and viral reels.
We talk about:
- Dave’s VW origin story: from his dad’s Baja adventures to his first Beetle at 16
- The early days of car culture: how we organized meets without social media (hello, Yahoo chat rooms!)
- The rise of Local Volks: what started as two guys in a parking lot turned into a 5,000+ member group
- VW ownership highs & lows: accidents, restorations, rail buggies, and his current ‘82 Diesel Jetta
- 10 years of Taco Tuesdays and building community over cold drinks and pit bulls playing in parking lots
- Why the community still matters, what’s changing, and how we keep it going into the future

We also talk about our favorite VW events, like No Dough Weekend, and reminisce about the days of flipping through Hot VWs, VW Trends magazines and CIP1 catalogs. Dave’s leaving Florida soon, but his legacy in the VW scene here will always roll strong.

Tune in to hear how the VW scene was built before smartphones, how Local Volks became a staple in Florida, and why community still drives everything we do.

Watch on YouTube

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or listen on your favorite podcast platform:
• Spotify – [https://open.spotify.com/show/1RugpHLl63bscoZKx5Dg...bccc7d4fd7]
• Amazon Music – [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f6468cf4-3723-4653-b413-48b798d116e9/vw-garage-talk]
• Apple Podcast - [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vw-garage-talk-podcast/id1794326255]
• iHeart - [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-vw-garage-talk-podcast-266400555/]
• PlayerFM – [https://player.fm/series/vw-garage-talk-podcast]
• Audacity - [https://www.audacy.com/podcast/vw-garage-talk-podcast-fd4ec]
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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!

[VW_MAN_73]

Ep. 12 | David's VW Collection | The 80s scene & Connecting online communities

Join us in Episode 12 of VW Garage Talk podcast as we dive into David's incredible VW journey! Dave's built a collection of VWs throughout the years, with over 90 Volkswagen cars that have come and gone, including an iconic Herbie replica that he's owned for over 30 years. He shares how the '60-70s car movie culture shaped his passion, what the '80s VW scene was like, and how he's been an integral part of the online VW community.

In this episode, David shares his experiences:
- How he's curated his VW collection
- Connecting with enthusiasts globally through YouTube, Facebook, and various VW websites
- Geek out over some cool history if you're a fan of Herbie the Love Bug
- Why he built his dream New Creation Garage and how he plans to involve the community and future generations

Go over to https://www.youtube.com/@dubworldvwadventures and subscribe to see all the parts reviews, show coverage, how to videos, and more!

Listen on your favorite podcast app!
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1RugpHLl63bscoZKx5Dgls?si=0W3Dsp4WTC2XEbTTfmUuEQ
- Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f6468cf4-3723-4653-b413-48b798d116e9/vw-garage-talk
- Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vw-garage-talk-podcast/id1794326255
- iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-vw-garage-talk-podcast-266400555/
- PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/vw-garage-talk-podcast
- Audacity: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/vw-garage-talk-podcast-fd4ec

or Watch this episode on Youtube:

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’73 Beetle - My first car, owned 26+ yrs
’71 VW Westfalia - Road-tripping across the US
Rescued & restoring a ’61 Dove Blue SO23 Bus
Follow our journey!