In this episode of Fergie Time, I sit down with James, better known as AMCJEEPMAN, to talk Jeep builds, trail life, and what keeps the offroad community strong.

We dive into how he got started, lessons learned along the way, the highs and setbacks that come with the lifestyle, and what it really means to be part of the Jeep world.

From early builds to trail challenges, we cover what fuels his passion, the obstacles he’s faced, and why the Jeep community is bigger than just vehicles. It’s about people, purpose, and pushing forward when things get tough.

If you’re into rigs, real stories, and the grit behind the builds, this one’s for you.

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In this episode of Fergie Time, Craig sits down with Hollie Fowler, better known as Mischief Maker, one of the most respected and fearless drivers in the offroad world.

Hollie opens up about extreme events like 24 Hell & Back, the mental and physical toll of pushing limits, and the personal reasons she stepped away from YouTube. For the first time in a while, she talks honestly about burnout, pressure, and what it took to find her way back — both on the trail and in life.

This isn’t just an offroad episode. It’s a real conversation about resilience, identity, and why we keep coming back to the things that scare us the most.

🔥 Topics we cover:

– 24 Hell & Back and extreme wheeling

– The reality of burnout in offroad media

– Being a woman in hardcore offroading

– Stepping away — and coming back stronger

– What Mischief Maker means today

If you love honest conversations, hardcore Jeep content, and the people behind the rigs — this episode is for you.

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In this episode of Fergie Time, Craig sits down with Ryan from Combat Offroad — one of the most respected fabrication brands in the Jeep world — to talk about what it really takes to build hardcore rigs, survive in the offroad industry, and keep pushing when things get hard.

Ryan opens up about how Combat Offroad started, the realities of running an offroad business, trail failures, customer expectations, and why building Jeeps is more than just bolting parts together.

If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of the parts you run on your rig, this episode gives you a raw, honest look at the passion, stress, and obsession that fuels the offroad world.

Whether you’re a hardcore rock crawler, weekend wheeler, or just Jeep-curious — this one hits different.

🔥 Topics we cover:

– How Combat Offroad got started

– What really breaks on the trail

– The truth about the Jeep aftermarket

– Mistakes, wins, and lessons learned

– Why offroading is more than a hobby

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Audrey — better known as @that_belgian_jeepgirl — joins Fergie Time to talk all things Jeeps, racing dreams, and what it really takes to build a rig with purpose.From growing up in the Jeep world to setting her sights on King of Hammers, Audrey shares why she bought a separate Jeep just to turn it into a race build, what she’s learned along the way, and why experience matters more than throwing money at mods.

We dive into:

• Why she’s building a dedicated race Jeep

• Lessons from trail riding that carry over into racing

• The difference between building for fun vs building to compete

• Advice for new wheelers and future racers

• What King of Hammers prep actually looks like

No hype. No shortcuts. Just real Jeep talk, real goals, and a whole lot of dirt.🎙 FERGIE TIME — real conversations with people who live the Jeep life.

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In this episode of Fergie Time, I sit down with Malerie and Evan who are 3rd Generations at SkyJacker Suspensions for a fun conversation about off-roading, trail culture, and what goes on behind one of the most well-known suspension brands in the industry.We talk about: • What it’s really like working in the off-road world • How faith plays a role in business and life in today’s world • Learning from trail failures (and rollovers) instead of hiding them • Why suspension setup matters more than people thinkThis isn’t a spec-sheet interview — it’s trail stories, hard lessons, laughs, and honest insight from people who actually live the off-road life.If you’re into Jeeps, suspension, trail stories, or just honest conversations in the off-road community, this one’s for you.👉 Subscribe for more Fergie Time interviews, installs, and real Jeep content#FergieTime #SkyJacker #JeepLife #OffRoad #TrailTalk #Suspension #4x4 #JeepBuild #Wheeling

This week on FERGIE TIME, Pat from Yee Yee Jeeps jumps on the podcast — and yes, the guy behind the wild Yee Yee trail runs is actually quiet, humble, and just out there to wheel. No fancy edits. No influencer theatrics. Just real wheeling and full sends.

We get into:

👉 How Yee Yee Jeeps started and why the community latched onto “YEE YEE!”

👉 What it’s like organizing trail runs where someone will send it👉 Why Pat’s YouTube videos are simple, raw, and all about the wheeling

👉 His philosophy on line choice, spotting, and group safety

👉 His most memorable full-send moments (and near-moments…)

👉 What keeps him humble while running a crew known for chaos

👉 How he balances real life, wheeling, and building community on the trailIf you love real Jeep content with no BS, this episode is legit.Hit that subscribe button for more FERGIE TIME episodes, installs, trail clips, and interviews with Jeep industry legends.

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In this episode of FERGIE TIME, I sit down with Max from RockJock to break down one of the biggest myths in the off-road world — that you need 40s, tons, and a giant budget just to wheel.

But this episode goes way deeper than tire size.

Max shares:

🔧 How he got into wrenching

🏭 What it was like running his own off-road shop

🤝 His journey to working with RockJock

💡 The insanely cool things RockJock is building for everyday wheelers

🚙 Why capability is more about skill and setup than bragging rights

We cover smart upgrades, honest trail talk, great stories from Max’s early days in the garage, and what truly matters when you’re building a Jeep you actually want to use.

If you’re into tech, the Jeep community, or just love hearing from people who live this life, this episode delivers.

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This week on Fergie Time, I sit down with Rich Klein — the founder of Trail Hero, racer, organizer, storyteller, and now the host of the new show Trail Hero X.

We get into:

• How Trail Hero started and why it matters to the offroad community

• Rich’s racing history and the experiences that shaped him • The mission behind bringing everyone — veterans, adaptive athletes, families, rock crawlers — together on the same trails • What’s next for Trail Hero X and where offroading culture is headed

If you love this lifestyle, the dust, the challenge, the community, the why behind all of it — this is the conversation you’ll want to hear.

Fergie Time is about the people behind the rigs — and Rich has one hell of a story.

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Let’s be honest — Jeeps don’t come with warning labels that say “contents may cause wallet damage.” In this week’s solo Fergie Time, Craig breaks down the truth about Jeep ownership: constant upgrades, surprise repairs, and that weird sense of joy when something breaks (because it’s an excuse to mod it).#fergietime #automobile #jeeplife #podcast #itsajeepthing

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On this episode of Fergie Time, I sit down with Lorie—a builder, wheeler, and all-around Jeep badass. We dive into her brand-new 392 build, the work she’s doing at Karnage Motorsports, and what it really takes to balance building and wheeling at a high level.Lorie also shares powerful advice for women in the offroad world—especially those who want to learn how to wrench on their own rigs. From garage tips to trail confidence, she’s got plenty of wisdom (and some killer stories) to share.

🔧 What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Lorie’s 392 build and what makes it unique

• Behind the scenes at Karnage Motorsports

• Tips for women who want to learn to wrench

• Why building and wheeling go hand in hand

• Trail stories, Jeep culture, and plenty of laughsIf you’re into big builds, bigger trails, and straight talk about offroading, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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