Episode Summary

In this raw, old-school final episode of 2025, host Jhae Pfenning reflects on the holiday season, shares personal updates (including ongoing backyard remodel frustrations and a near-miss sewing machine purchase), dives into car news (stock C8 Corvette ZR1 running a 9.2-quarter mile), and gets introspective about life changes inspired by Tupac's "Staring at the World Through My Rearview."

He discusses podcast growth in 2025 (going full video, technical challenges), goals for 2026 (studio refresh, better quality), a personal conspiracy theory moment, and wraps with sponsor thanks, supporter shoutouts, and holiday well-wishes.

A reflective, rambling, end-of-year solo episode blending cars, life stories, and gratitude.

Chapters

• 00:00 - Intro & holiday vibes
• 05:20 - Backyard remodel nightmare saga
• 12:25 - Car news: Stock Corvette ZR1 9.2-second quarter mile
• 17:20 - Tupac "Staring at the World Through My Rearview" reflection & past life stories
• 22:21 - Podcast growth in 2025 & challenges for 2026
• 28:17 - Personal conspiracy corner (simulation theory & weird coincidences)
• 31:17 - Squid Game talk & reality TV thoughts

Main Show Sponsors

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