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Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning episodes
- Matt O'Connor - Young Motorcars
*This episode has a full video version on the Hard Parking YouTube page: https://youtu.be/dRxmCTFOJI4
EP 268 - Matt O'Connor is the Director of Operations for Young Motorcars in Scottsdale Arizona. A dealership that specializes in high end exotic sports cars, hyper cars, and other daily driven exotic cars. Born and raised in Scottsdale , Matt developed a passion for cars on his own, and like many others, the McLaren F1 quickly became his dream car. Matt is known for his positive attitude, kindness, and ability to build relationships with people. He is also heavily involved in organizing and assisting with various car shows and events, including Scuderia Southwest and Concourse in the Hills.
Follow Matt O'Connor: https://www.instagram.com/moconnor21/?hl=en
Follow Young Motorcars:https://www.instagram.com/youngmotorcars/?hl=en
Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning
email:[email protected]
Website: www.Hardparkingpod.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/
Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HardParking
55 min - TVR Cars and Whisky - guest Aaron Forrester
267 - TVR cars and whisky with Aaron Forrester of TVR Imports
*This episode has a full video version on the YouTube channel*
https://youtu.be/MA9UiQIPnX8
Aaron Forrester returns to Hard Parking for the third time, this time to introduce his TVR Tuscan and his TVR Imports car business. After a history of TVR cars, He and the host drink whisky and also talk about dream cars. Japanese whisky vs scotch , do you have a favorite?
https://www.youtube.com/@UCziQh-VtsfKHB4DsjTLyrZg https://tvrimports.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tvrimports/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/azfdrx7/?hl=enContact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning:email: [email protected]: www.Hardparkingpod.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HardParking
1 hr 53 min - Driving The Cayman
EP266
There is a video version of this podcast on the YouTube page
On this episode I explore driving the Cayman, a loose play on words from my recent vacation to Grand Cayman. * Are the Honda and Nissan merger talks officially off?* A man has donated 10 Tesla Cybertrucks to the Las Vegas Police Department to be used as S.W.A.T vehicles * Honda to move Civic production to Indiana due to Mexico tariffs* RAI Institute demo with AI bot and bicycle * Delivery robots in Mesa Arizona , China already $1B industry * The Honda FIT dominates the cars of Grand Cayman* The KYD vs USD spending on vacation Mentioned in this episode:https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Automobiles/Nissan-committee-to-review-leadership-after-failed-Honda-merger-talkshttps://www.carscoops.com/2025/03/nissan-may-want-honda-investment-but-ceo-might-get-the-boot/https://www.businessinsider.com/china-drone-delivery-great-wall-meituan-speed-cost-low-altitude-2024-8 https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/honda-produce-next-civic-indiana-not-mexico-due-us-tariffs-sources-say-2025-03-03/ https://www.police1.com/specialty-vehicles/las-vegas-pds-mystery-cybertruck-donor-revealed-to-be-businessman-wife-who-also-helped-fund-lprs-drones https://carbuzz.com/swat-cybertruck-las-vegas-donation/ Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning:email:[email protected]: www.Hardparkingpod.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HardParking
58 min - Jordan is the LowBallerGTR
EP 265
Full Video with 20 minute bonus of Jordan's cars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YberNs27dBk
Jordan's cars are well known in the Arizona car scene but in this episode, get to know who Jordan is as a person and how he stays grounded through his success and in the end, why he's really just a blue collar guy.
In this conversation, get to know Jordan, his business, and why a man who owns a McLaren P1 also owns a Dodge Neon SRT-4 , this is his story.
Follow Jordan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lowballergtr/
Mentioned in this episode:
Don't F*ck with Cats - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11318602/
Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning:
email:[email protected]
Website: www.Hardparkingpod.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/
Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HardParking
1 hr 28 min - Nick Keck in-studio on mental health and OCD
EP264
This episode has a full video portion on the YouTube page.
Nick Keck is a small business owner out of Queen Creek Arizona who has struggled with depression, self worth, and clinically diagnosed with OCD. Nick is also known in the Phoenix car scene for having insanely fast cars and a nice guy with strong opinions. However, few know the demons Nick has been facing. This is his current situation, this is his current story.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick.keck1121/?hl=en
Mentioned in this episode:Ford V Holden (2023): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt17074824/
The Social Dilemma (2020): https://thesocialdilemma.com/
Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning:
email:[email protected]
Website: www.Hardparkingpod.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/
Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HardParking
1 hr 4 min - Rest Easy John Vasos
EP263
*IF YOU ARE LISTENING TO THIS AUDIO PORTION ON YOUTUBE, SWITCH OVER TO THE VIDEO
John Vasos first two appearances below:
➡️ EP116: https://youtu.be/YPji5Yu8UCQ?si=ni0Ny4jMFoG-q846
➡️ EP219: https://youtu.be/inBQ0Z_Xjy4?si=6HgN2Dw2l1uy8TE5
This John Vasos conversation was recorded in April of 2024. Guest Jake Cole was added for this episode to revisit his role on bringing John Vasos essentially to Hard Parking.
On February 11, 2025, John Vasos lost his battle with Mesothelioma at the age of 68 after losing his long battle with Mesothelioma. This is his 3rd time on Hard Parking but this episode was never meant to be a podcast, but instead a recorded collection of valuable Acura NSX information from the heart and mind of one of America's Mount Rushmore of Acura NSX minds.
Many thanks to content contributors of this video:
Mary E Bush
Peter Cunningham
Jake Cole
Matt Cole
Leon Schmidt
Bryan Hunter
Dr. Ajay Sharma
keN SaX
Chris Willson
Emma Mikolic
John is survived by his son, daughter, and brother.
Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning:
email: [email protected]
Website: www.Hardparkingpod.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/
Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HardParking
1 hr 10 min - All She Wants - Guest: Heels N Clutch / Elle Victoria
EP262 -Elle Victoria is an author, entrepreneur, automotive and brand influencer.
Follow our guest:
YouTube: @heelsnclutch Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/heelsnclutch/?hl=en
Book:www.allshewantsbook.com
Mentioned in this episode:https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/corvette-suv
Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning:
email: [email protected]
Website: www.Hardparkingpod.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/
Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HardParking
1 hr 10 min - Big Dank Demoss sues Lyft , United by Jane
EP261
Segment 1: Plane Crashes and Conspiracy Theories (0:00 - ~5:00)
- Reagan Airport Collision: A Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines flight collided, resulting in fatalities. Conspiracy theories abound, focusing on DEI policies and the female pilot's connection to the Biden administration. The host emphasizes the tragedy and cautions against jumping to conclusions. The official explanation of a continuity of government drill is mentioned.
- Philly Plane Crash: An air ambulance from Mexico crashed in Northeast Philly, initially sparking missile attack fears. It was confirmed to be an air ambulance with six fatalities. The massive explosion raises questions about the cargo.
Segment 2: Dank DeMoss vs. Lyft (~5:00 - 15:00)
- The Incident: Dank DeMoss (Big Dank), a plus-size hip-hop artist, is suing Lyft after a driver refused her service. The driver cited concerns about his tires and the car's capacity.
- The Debate: The host discusses the complexities of the situation, acknowledging DeMoss's weight while also pointing out the driver's poor handling of the situation. The host criticizes the driver for mentioning the tires, suggesting he should have simply cancelled the ride.
- Legal Angle: DeMoss's lawyers argue that weight is a protected characteristic in Michigan, making the driver's refusal discriminatory. The host discusses the driver's right to refuse service for various reasons, but emphasizes the importance of tact.
- Outlier Discussion: The host uses the term "outlier" to describe DeMoss's size and compares it to anorexia, noting that both conditions are rare and can lead to social challenges. The host questions DeMoss's choice of vehicles in the past, showing photos of her in large SUVs.
- Host's Opinion: The host believes the driver should have cancelled the ride discreetly instead of making comments about weight. The host questions why DeMoss didn't order a larger vehicle like an Uber XL.
Segment 3: Barrett Jackson Reflections (15:00 - end)
- Barrett Jackson Experience: The host talks about the personal value of Barrett Jackson beyond the cars themselves. It's an opportunity to connect with friends from out of town.
- Relationship Building: The host emphasizes how relationships have developed through Barrett Jackson, citing Jane D'Amelio as the connection point for many of these friendships. The story of meeting Daryl, a Barrett Jackson VIP, through a Cody Walker charity auction is shared.
- The Value of Connections: The host talks about hanging out with friends at Barrett Jackson, including Jason Day, Peter Cunningham, Colin Comer, and others. The importance of shared experiences and deeper conversations is highlighted.
- Dinner with Jason Day: The host recounts a memorable dinner with Jason Day and others at Mastro's Ocean Club, where they had meaningful conversations beyond the usual Barrett Jackson interactions. The discussion included topics like the most famous person they'd met and moments of happiness.
- Famous Encounters: The host shares stories of meeting celebrities like Jay Leno and Adam Carolla, emphasizing the difference between brief encounters and genuine interactions. The host's personal "most famous person" story involves Adam Carolla.
Outro:
The episode concludes with the host reflecting on the value of relationships and the unique experiences that Barrett Jackson provides.
Mentioned in this episode:https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/luigi-mangione-inspired-trump-cabinet-threat/6131203/https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/one-person-car-dead-air-ambulance-carrying-pediatric-patient-5-others-rcna189991https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75vPyWoGgSU&list=RDNS75vPyWoGgSU&start_radio=1
Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning:
email: [email protected]
Website: www.Hardparkingpod.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/
Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hardparking
34 min - Executive Orders, Barrett Jackson with DTRockstar1
EP260
(00:00) The reality of Majority vs Minority
(02:12) President Trump signs two controversial executive orders , Equal Employment Opportunity Act and Birthright Citizenship under the 14th Amendment
(31:05) Car News: Waymo vandalizations , Infiniti FX update
(38:09) Barrett-Jackson discussion with Chris Ashworth of "DTRockstar1"
(57:07) Closing thoughts
Mentioned in this episode:
https://constitution.congress.gov/browse/essay/amdt14-S1-1-2/ALDE_00000812/
https://www.verifythis.com/article/news/verify/government-verify/what-we-can-verify-repeal-1965-equal-employment-opportunity-executive-order/536-b6bf7e1a-5367-45da-b450-fac56a11e4df
https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/trump-revokes-1965-dei-executive-order/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shaping-success-with-wes-tankersley/id1497438005?i=1000685021800
https://www.youtube.com/projectfarm
Chris Ashworth: https://www.youtube.com/@DtRockstar1
Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning:email: [email protected]
Website: www.Hardparkingpod.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/
Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hardparking
1 hr - Honda Hot Wheels Fanatic - Willie Zuniga
EP259
Willie Zuniga (Zuniga Zoom Zoom) joins the show to share his vast knowledge and obsession with the highly rare and collective 1:64 die cast vehicles, primarily focusing on the Honda brand.
Jhae previews Barrett Jackson week and some general car news, updates about the California Fires.
Guest Willie Zuniga: instagram.com/zunigazoomzoom
Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning:
email: [email protected]
Website: www.Hardparkingpod.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/
Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hardparking
1 hr 4 min
About Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning
From the publisher's feed
"Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning" Rational discussions about everyday life, society, culture, and cars. Perfect blend societal topics sprinkled in with enough car culture to make it interesting.…
Hosted by Jhae Pfenning, the show is known for its unique approach to automotive journalism, focusing not just on cars but on the personalities behind them.
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