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What does it really take to survive — and thrive — in the car trade in 2026?In this brutally honest conversation, Mike opens up about the reality behind the cameras: the rise, the scale, the collapse of a 100+ staff dealership, borrowing £40 million to fund stock, spiralling industry costs, and why he STILL says… “Yes. Go for it.”From building Wheeler Dealers into a global phenomenon, to nearly staring at wage bills he couldn’t cover, to choosing sanity over scale with One Automotive — this is the unfiltered truth about business, branding, burnout, and knowing when enough is enough.Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more exciting content about your favourite shows and celebrities. Hit the bell icon to stay updated on all our latest episodes👍 Like, Comment, and Share this episode. Join our discussion in the comments sectionCheck out Tweak: https://www.tweakuk.com/🔗 Follow Us:Instagram: @Roadtosuccessofficialpodcast@benedictfowler

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From sleeping in his car to building some of the most extravagant homes in the UK — this is the unbelievable story of Guy Phoenix.

In this episode, we sit down with luxury property developer Guy Phoenix to unpack the journey behind the headlines. From getting kicked out, banned from driving, and living in a car… to borrowing millions, building shark tanks inside mansions, and creating what have been described as the “Rolls Royce and Ferrari of homebuilding.”

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In this episode, I sit down with Henry Catchpole — one of the most respected voices in modern motoring journalism — to unpack what truly separates great drivers, great writers, and great films from the rest.From Evo Magazine to Hagerty, Henry reflects on a 20+ year career that’s taken him from dreaming of being a staff writer to confidently sliding some of the most valuable and significant cars in the world — including the McLaren F1 and GMA T.50.Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more exciting content about your favourite shows and celebrities. Hit the bell icon to stay updated on all our latest episodes👍 Like, Comment, and Share this episode. Join our discussion in the comments sectionCheck out Tweak: https://www.tweakuk.com/🔗 Follow Us:Instagram: @Roadtosuccessofficialpodcast@benedictfowlerContact: [email protected]

Why do vans work so well on YouTube — and what does it really cost to build them?In this episode of Road To Success, I sit down with Jack McNeill, one of the most consistent and honest creators in the automotive YouTube space, to break down why van builds perform, what’s coming next, and the pressure most people never see.Jack opens up about:Why “everybody knows a Caddy” — and why that mattersTurning everyday work vans into high-performing YouTube buildsThe strategy behind sticking with what worksHis next insane van build ideasThe real cost of builds and chasing viewsWhy some videos nearly broke him mentally and financiallyThe responsibility that comes with employing a teamWhy YouTube success is earned, not viral luckThis isn’t just a conversation about cars.It’s about building something sustainable, understanding your audience, and surviving the pressure that comes with growth.If you’re building a channel, a business, or just love automotive content — this episode will give you real perspective.Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more exciting content about your favourite shows and celebrities. Hit the bell icon to stay updated on all our latest episodes👍 Like, Comment, and Share this episode. Join our discussion in the comments sectionCheck out Tweak: https://www.tweakuk.com/🔗 Follow Us:Instagram: @Roadtosuccessofficialpodcast@benedictfowlerTimestamps:00:00 – Trailer01:05 – Why vans are so relatable02:30 – Performance vans vs normal builds03:55 – Why audiences buy into van projects05:20 – Wanting the car finished and driving06:45 – “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”08:10 – Why vans are doing so well on the channel09:30 – Jack’s next van build ideas11:05 – Thinking beyond just one model (Transit, Transporter, etc.)12:40 – The real cost of YouTube car builds14:15 – Spending thousands on every project16:00 – When videos underperform17:30 – The mental hit of a “10 out of 10”19:10 – Learning from videos that don’t land20:40 – YouTube vs TikTok: earned vs viral22:30 – Why YouTube feels more sustainable24:10 – Employing a team and real responsibility26:00 – Pressure people don’t see behind the scenes27:45 – Loving the process despite the stress29:15 – Why Jack keeps pushing forward30:40 – What success actually looks like now32:10 – Final thoughts on sticking with vansContact: [email protected]

What happens when everything you thought mattered… suddenly doesn’t?

In this episode of Road To Success, I sit down with Dr Alex George for one of the most honest conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast.

We talk about success, identity, cars, grief, anger, and the moments in life that completely change your perspective.

Alex opens up about:

• Working hard and buying his dream car

• Why success and material things can feel like they have “zero value” from the inside

• Losing his brother to suicide and how that moment reshaped everything

• Feeling anger after loss — and why that’s a normal human emotion

• Not defining yourself by your job or public identity

• Why most of the things we worry about never actually happen

This isn’t a conversation about titles or achievements.
It’s about what really matters when life strips everything else away.

If you’ve ever chased success, struggled with grief, or questioned what a meaningful life actually looks like — this episode will stay with you.

👇 If this conversation helped you, consider sharing it with someone who might need it.

00:00 – “I worked hard and bought my dream car”
02:05 – Loving cars from a young age
04:10 – Not defining yourself by your job
06:32 – “Who are you, really?”
08:01 – Identity, purpose, and losing time
10:24 – Wanting to live a life worth remembering
12:08 – Opening doors and taking risks in life
14:42 – “Something happened that changed my life”
15:21 – Losing his brother to suicide
17:58 – The longest drive of his life
19:36 – When success and material things lose meaning
21:44 – Supercars and “zero value” from the inside
24:03 – How grief changes perspective
26:18 – Speed, invincibility, and reality
28:41 – Seeing trauma first-hand in A&E
31:02 – Anger after loss
33:14 – “Did you ever feel angry towards him?”
35:09 – Why anger is a normal human emotion
38:27 – Emotions we label as “bad”
40:51 – Grief is something you live with, not get over
43:32 – Public conversations vs private pain
45:10 – Worry, fear, and perspective
47:18 – “Most things you worry about never happen”
49:02 – What really matters in the end

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In this episode of Road To Success, I sit down with Max Fosh to talk about the parts of YouTube no one really prepares you for.We talk about:Losing £35,000 on a single videoBecoming addicted to analyticsWhy millions of views still don’t feel like “real” successThe pressure of being known for one viral momentWhy TV still feels like the “blue tick” — even when YouTube is biggerAnd the uncomfortable truth that creators are never fully satisfiedThis isn’t a highlight reel.It’s an honest conversation about validation, risk, identity, and what chasing big ideas actually costs.If you’ve ever chased success — online or offline — this one will hit home.👇 Let us know in the comments:Does success ever actually feel like enough?

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In this episode of Road To Success, we sit down with Damon, co-founder of Daily Driven Exotics, one of the biggest automotive YouTube channels in the world.But this conversation goes far beyond supercars.Damon opens up about the real story behind the brand — from going to jail at 16, losing his license, and learning hard lessons about patience… to becoming an early believer in YouTube as a business when almost nobody took it seriously.Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more exciting content about your favourite shows and celebrities. Hit the bell icon to stay updated on all our latest episodes.

In this episode of Road To Success, we sit down with Damon, co-founder of Daily Driven Exotics, one of the biggest automotive YouTube channels in the world.But this conversation goes far beyond supercars.Damon opens up about the real story behind the brand — from going to jail at 16, losing his license, and learning hard lessons about patience… to becoming an early believer in YouTube as a business when almost nobody took it seriously.Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more exciting content about your favourite shows and celebrities. Hit the bell icon to stay updated on all our latest episodesTimestamps: 00:00 – “Trailer" 02:05 – “I Don’t Avoid Conflict”Why drama, attention, and growth go together04:10 – The Making of an EntrepreneurWhy working for others was never the plan07:20 – Kids, Pressure & No Way OutTaking responsibility early — no excuses09:40 – From Normal Job to Bigger AmbitionsSales, marketing, and leverage13:30 – The Internet Changed EverythingSeeing the opportunity before everyone else17:20 – “YouTube Isn’t a Real Business”Why people laughed at the idea21:20 – Blind Faith & Catching the WaveTiming over talent25:30 – The Dark Side of the Comment SectionWhy online hate is worse than ever30:10 – “People Root for You… Until You Win”When support turns into resentment34:30 – When Criticism Becomes an AttackFeedback vs malicious intent39:45 – Jail at 16The mistake that could’ve ended everything45:05 – Speed, Power & ObsessionWhere the addiction to cars began47:10 – Shmee150 Chat: Different Worlds, Same SpaceContrasting styles, perception, and respect in car YouTube50:35 – A Hard Lesson in PatienceWhy rushing life backfires54:15 – Time Is the Ultimate WeaponWhy successful people don’t waste it58:05 – Kids Aren’t an ExcuseResponsibility as fuel1:02:20 – The Starbucks MomentHow Dave re-entered Damon’s life1:09:30 – Loyalty Is RareWho actually shows up1:14:20 – Embracing Drama Instead of Avoiding ItWhy Damon goes head-first1:33:10 – Shmee150 Revisited: Comparison, Competition & RealityAudience overlap, assumptions, and the creator ecosystem1:38:40 – From Being Bullied to Building ArmorThe mindset shift1:45:20 – “I’ll Be Your Worst Enemy”Where Damon draws the line1:50:30 – Gumball Fallout & Moving OnConflict, reflection, and maturity1:57:10 – Creators, Competitors & CopycatsWhen collaboration turns savage2:04:00 – The Ugly Side of Building a TeamMoney, clout, broken agreements2:10:30 – Cutting Distractions & People OffWhy focus beats talent2:14:20 – “You Can Be Right… Or You Can Be Rich”Final mindset lesson👍 Like, Comment, and Share this episode. Join our discussion in the comments sectionCheck out Tweak: https://www.tweakuk.com/🔗 Follow Us:Instagram: @Roadtosuccessofficialpodcast@benedictfowlerTimestamps:Contact: [email protected]

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Check out Garage Style here - https://garagestyleltd.com/Don’t forget to use CODE: RTS for 10% off SITE WIDE!Long before algorithms, thumbnails, or celebrity car shows, Tiff Needell was chasing one thing: the feeling of driving at the limit.This episode is the full, unfiltered story of how a working-class kid with no money, no contacts, and no master plan won a racing car in a magazine competition — and seven years later found himself lining up on the Formula One grid. Not because he shouted the loudest or pushed the hardest, but because he kept saying yes, kept turning up, and kept driving.This isn’t a polished success story.It’s a conversation about risk, humility, timing, and what success actually means when your only goal was to drive as well as you possibly could.Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more exciting content about your favourite shows and celebrities. Hit the bell icon to stay updated on all our latest episodes👍 Like, Comment, and Share this episode. Join our discussion in the comments sectionCheck out Tweak: https://www.tweakuk.com/🔗 Follow Us:Instagram: @Roadtosuccessofficialpodcast@benedictfowler

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In this episode, we sit down with Jim to go behind the scenes of Top Gear and one of the most influential eras in television history.

From the reality of working with Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May, to the pressure-cooker environment that created some of the most iconic moments ever broadcast, Jim gives an unfiltered account of what it was really like inside the machine. He opens up about burnout, creative highs and lows, chaotic international shoots, the origins of the Stig, and the unseen production battles that ran alongside what viewers saw on screen.

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