Damien from Car Shop Karoshi and SmileXDeath returns for one of the most unhinged and hilarious episodes we’ve ever recorded. We talk about his upcoming event — the SmileXDeath Challenge — going down October 3rd–5th at Lake Erie Speedway in Pennsylvania. Inspired by classic Option videos and old-school JDM events, the SmileXDeath Challenge brings the fun back to drifting with a throwback feel and unique format.

But like all great episodes, we go way off the rails. Fast food obsessions, mutant spiders at a pig farm-based shop, public bathroom etiquette, VR drifting, boner stories, church trauma, and a surprise flashing on the highway — it’s all here.

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In this episode, we finally get all three members of the Daring Ones Drift Team — Ron, John, and Eric — in the studio. We talk about their start in drifting, the struggles of building and maintaining reliable drift cars, turbo kit regrets, axle carnage, and Eric's NC Miata journey. Along the way, we somehow end up deep in conversation about lemon squares, gas station strategy, childhood taste buds, and the dark art of McDonald's ordering.

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The Open House came and went—and it might’ve been a once-in-a-lifetime kind of thing. In this episode, we look back on the entire experience: the turnout, the surprises, what went right, and what we’d change. Whether you were there or just watched it unfold on social media, this is the full behind-the-scenes recap of a day we won’t forget… and might never repeat.

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In this episode, we take a more laid-back approach and let the conversation flow. We talk about the upcoming open house this weekend and the stress that comes with trying to pull it all together. From there, things go off the rails—in the best way possible. We touch on the disturbing fact that George Washington had slave teeth, dive into the hypothetical battle of 100 men vs. 1 gorilla, and crack open some MREs for a taste test. To no one’s surprise, Karl liked it. It’s chaotic, it’s ridiculous, and it’s exactly what you'd expect from us.

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This one's been a long time coming. Alexis and Sharon from DK Ladies League—a women-led drifting organization based in the Northeast—join us for a laid-back yet impactful convo. Alexis made the 5+ hour trek from New Hampshire, and we’re grateful she did.

We get into what it’s like running an all-women’s drift league, the ups and downs of organizing events, and making space in a male-dominated scene. It's full of laughs, real talk, and insight for anyone looking to get involved—especially the ladies stepping into drift.

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In this episode, we sit down with Karl’s childhood friend Smitty for a chaotic Q&A session filled with weird, random, and hilarious questions from listeners. We also take a look at Mack Geggie’s The Final Bout World Tour photo book and flip through some of our favorite shots and moments captured in it.

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In this episode, we sit down with four seasoned Nissan technicians — Bryan, Eddie, Nick, and Kris — to pull back the curtain on what it’s really like working at a dealership. From day-to-day shop life to the shady practices happening behind closed doors, this one’s packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re in the industry or just a Nissan fan, you’ll get the inside scoop on the ups, downs, and unexpected twists of life as a dealership tech.

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On this episode of After-Hours, we are joined by James Carper of Car Shop Karoshi. We talk about his preparation for Final Bout Special Stage East this weekend, the chop top on his S13, and more. Plus, Karl will be a judge at Final Bout SSE! It’s going to be an exciting weekend you won’t want to miss.

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In this episode, we sit down with our good friend and in-house fabricator, Frankie Echavez — the owner of 88 Worx, a welding and metal fabrication service business. We dive into how Frankie first got into welding, the path that led him to start his own business, and all the cars he's owned, built, and worked on over the years.

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