Oil and Whiskey with Roadster Shop

We’ve had a lot of great conversations over the years — so we pulled together some of our favorite moments.

Oil & Whiskey Greatest Hits | Vol. 1 is a collection of standout clips, memorable stories, and moments that hit a little harder the first time around.

Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or you’re just finding the show, this is a solid place to jump in.

This week on Oil & Whiskey, Andy Leach and the Cal Automotive Creations crew roll through in person, and they didn’t come alone. Andy’s back in the studio with Matt, Rick, and even Andy’s wife (aka the real chaperone / brains of the operation).

We catch up on what they’ve been up to since the last time Andy was on. Including a major Slonaker win, how they took a rare “quiet year” to focus on the shop and actually be home for the kids’ stuff, and what they changed internally to keep everything moving.

Then it turns into classic O&W shop talk: big projects, what it’s like when a client trusts the team and lets them push it, and the behind-the-scenes excitement around a seriously next-level Roadster Shop chassis project .

It’s a long-form hang with a killer crew

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Landen Manley and Mr. Begin for a conversation about automotive education and what happens when it actually works.Landen is a former student of the automotive program at Tillamook High School and is now working in the industry at JRod & Customs. Mr. Begin is the teacher who helped build the program and guide students toward real opportunities beyond the classroom.The episode dives into how hands-on education can lead to real careers, the importance of mentorship, and what it takes to prepare the next generation for work in the automotive world.

Donations Can Be Made Via Venmo @THSDRAGTEAM or Checks can be sent to:

Tillamook Education Foundation (501c3)

Attn: Johnny Begin (Drag Racing Team)

2510 1st Street, Tillamook OR 97141

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This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Donnie Hall and Isaac Gonzales of Streamline Custom Designs for a conversation focused on where it all started.

Donnie talks about his time working at Kindig-It Design, the lessons he picked up there, and how those experiences shaped his approach to custom work. Isaac shares his background outside the automotive world, including his success in nuclear cleanup and business, and how that experience translated into building a shop from the ground up.

The episode dives into how two very different paths came together to form Streamline Custom Designs, the challenges of starting something new, and the importance of experience, trust, and long-term thinking.

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we sit down with Thomas Dickerson, the winner of the Oil & Whiskey On The Gas Award.

The award recognizes individuals who are pushing forward, showing consistency, passion, and effort in what they do. Thomas joins us to talk about his path, the mindset behind staying “on the gas,” and what it means to keep moving forward when no one’s watching.

We talk about:

• What the On The Gas Award represents

• Thomas’s journey and perspective

• Staying motivated and consistent over time

• Lessons learned through experience

• Why momentum matters more than recognition

A grounded conversation about effort, direction, and continuing to push forward.

For the first episode of the new season, we opened up the phones and let listeners and viewers call in to ask questions, talk shop, and be part of the show. And for the first time, Elia, who’s been behind the scenes producing and shaping the Oil & Whiskey Podcast and Roadstershop media for years, steps in to moderate some super fan call-ins.

It’s a mix of listener questions, industry talk, and a look at the show from the inside, past, present, and where things are headed next.

Huge thanks to everyone who called in and continues to support the show. Season 5 is officially underway!

And the winners are…

In this episode, we’re picking the winners of our first Oil & Whiskey giveaway. Huge thank you to everyone who entered, grabbed merch, and supported the show. We seriously appreciate it more than you know.This one’s just about closing the loop, showing some love back, and saying thanks. More giveaways and fun stuff coming soon.

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This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Brycen Smith for an honest conversation about shop life, learning through experience, and finding your footing in the automotive industry.Brycen talks about his path so far, the realities of working in and around builds, and what it’s like navigating an industry where growth comes from showing up, paying attention, and putting in the time. Rather than big highlight moments, this episode focuses on the day-to-day lessons, mindset shifts, and practical experiences that shape people early in their careers.

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This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Levi Green of HammerFab, fresh off a major SEMA debut and a whirlwind year for his shop.

Levi walks through his path into fabrication, early experiences learning the craft, and what it’s like building a reputation in an industry where quality and trust matter more than hype. From working through challenging projects to knowing when to say yes or no to a build, this conversation gets into the realities of shop life, craftsmanship, and growth.

We talk about:

• Levi’s early days learning fabrication and metal shaping

• Building HammerFab and earning trust in the industry

• The pressure and payoff of showing a car at SEMA

• Picking the right projects and spotting red flags early

• Fixing work from other shops and setting standards

• Why solid foundations and proven components matter

A real, honest conversation with a builder who’s focused on doing things the right way even when it’s the hard way.

This week on Oil & Whiskey, we’re joined by Chris Jacobs. One of the most familiar faces in automotive television and car culture. The first and only guest to appear on the show for the third time! Chris shares stories from throughout his career, his time around some of the industry’s most memorable builds and personalities, and why he continues to stay so connected to the car world after all these years.Grab official Oil & Whiskey gear at oilandwhiskey.com. Good time, bad advice, great shirts.