Windblown Mic

Windblown Mic

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Windblown Mic episodes

  • More Than the Cars: The People Behind PCA San Diego
    In this special episode of Windblown Mic, Michael and Stacy Zurich sit down to talk about what makes the Porsche Club of America San Diego Region so much more than just a car club.
    From their shared passion for Porsches to the friendships, experiences, and volunteer opportunities that have become such an important part of their lives, Michael and Stacy share their personal perspectives on what makes the PCA community special.
    They discuss the rewards of getting involved, the importance of giving back, and how the club brings people together through a common passion.
    Whether you're a longtime member, new to PCA, or simply curious about what the club has to offer, this episode is a reminder that it's not just about the cars—it's about the people.
    36 min
  • From Classroom to Racetrack: Brittany Sandoval's Life in the Fast Lane
    Meet Brittany Sandoval — teacher by day, race car driver on weekends, and co-host of Racer Radio with Dave Stall!
    In this episode of Windblown Mic, we sit down with Brittany to explore her journey from the classroom to the racetrack, her passion for motorsports, and her newest adventure as a Porsche 944 owner and member of PCA San Diego Region.
    We dive into how Brittany discovered racing, the challenges and excitement of competing, and what it's like sharing her passion for motorsports over the airwaves on Racer Radio.
    Brittany also brings a unique perspective on women in motorsports, inspiring the next generation of drivers, and finding a balance between teaching, racing, and life outside the track.
    Of course, we talk Porsche! From her 944 project to joining the PCA community, Brittany shares another chapter in her automotive journey.
    One teacher. One racer. A whole lot of horsepower.
    Subscribe to Windblown Mic for more conversations with the personalities, enthusiasts, and stories that make the Porsche and automotive communities special.
    #WindblownMic #BrittanySandoval #Porsche944 #PCASanDiego #WomenInMotorsports #RacerRadio #Porsche
    1 hr 4 min
  • Tim Comeau: 40 Years of Porsche Racing & the 944 | Windblown Mic
    On this episode of Windblown Mic, Michael sits down with Tim Comeau, owner of Comeau Racing Enterprises and a longtime member of the Porsche Club of America – San Diego Region.
    Tim’s Porsche story stretches back to 1985 and includes decades of autocross, track driving and wheel-to-wheel racing. He shares how his passion for Porsche developed, the influence of his father Tom, and how years of racing eventually led him to start Comeau Racing Enterprises in 2004. Podcast Flow, Tim C Podcast Flow, Tim C Podcast Flow, Tim C
    We also get deep into the cars that have defined Tim’s career: Porsche’s front-engine transaxle models—the 924S, 944 and 968. Tim talks about what makes these cars special, what buyers should look for today, common maintenance issues, rising values and why the once-underappreciated 944 has developed such a loyal following. Podcast Flow, Tim C
    And, of course, we talk racing: 944 Spec, building a proper race car, driver development, what it really costs to get started and some of Tim’s most memorable experiences from more than four decades around the track. Podcast Flow, Tim C
    If you love Porsche history, 944s, club racing or the people who have helped shape the Southern California Porsche community, this is one you won’t want to miss.
    #WindblownMic #Porsche #Porsche944 #ComeauRacing #PCASDR #PCA #PorscheRacing #944Spec #Motorsports
    59 min
  • Jill Beck: Behind the Scenes of Porsche, Racing & PCASDR
    On this episode of Windblown Mic, Michael sits down with Jill Beck for a conversation about her involvement in the Porsche world, her connection with Compass Racing, and the work she does behind the scenes as webmaster for the Porsche Club of America – San Diego Region.
    Jill shares her perspective on motorsports, the Porsche community, and what goes into supporting a club like PCASDR beyond the events you see on the calendar. From the racetrack to the website, it’s a look at another side of the people who help make the Porsche community what it is.
    If you love Porsches, racing, or simply hearing the stories of the people behind the cars, this is a great conversation.
    Subscribe to Windblown Mic for more conversations with the people, personalities, and stories that make up the Porsche community.
    #WindblownMic #Porsche #PorscheClub #PCASDR #CompassRacing #PorscheMotorsport #PCA #Motorsports
    1 hr 1 min
  • Wrenching at 12, Buying Out Dad & Running Charlie's Foreign Car: Niko Sougias

    This week on Windblown Mic, PCA San Diego Region President Michael Zurich sits down with Niko Sougias, owner of Charlie's Foreign Car in Encinitas.

    Niko's dad, Charlie, came to the U.S. from Thessaloniki, Greece, at age 10, started tuning Volkswagens in the back alleys of Leucadia, and opened his own shop in 1978. Niko grew up in that shop. At 12, he was handed an '84 Guards Red 944 that needed a water pump and a clutch, along with a shop manual and zero help. It took him three years to finish it, and the car was sold before he ever got his license.

    Niko talks about growing up around 356s and 911s, blowing up a BMW engine at 17, autocrossing a 914-6 with PCA, and buying the business from his dad in 2016 (with a Starbucks gift card always on hand for Dad's shop visits). He also shares how the shop now trains the next generation of technicians, why old cars still teach young mechanics the most, and how Encinitas Cruise Night grew into one of the best European car nights around.

    It's a conversation about family, cars, and keeping a legacy running.

    Recorded at Amplified Studios in Carlsbad, CA.

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    #WindblownMic #PCASanDiego #PorscheClubOfAmerica #Porsche #Porsche944 #CharliesForeignCar #Encinitas #FamilyBusiness #CarPodcast

    58 min
  • From Navy Radar Tech to Pro Racer: Rob Walker

    Navy radar tech, Qualcomm engineer, and now full-time racer: Rob Walker joins Michael to talk Lemons racing in a BB-8 E36, Herbie-liveried Cup cars, his first pro drive at Road America, and how Rob Walker Racing makes track weekends at Chuckwalla feel like arrive-and-drive. Recorded at Amplified Studios in Carlsbad. New episodes every Wednesday at 5pm PT.

    59 min
  • Porsches, Property & San Diego | José Manuel Martija
    What do Porsche ownership and San Diego real estate have in common? More than you might think.
    Michael sits down with José Manuel Martija, San Diego real estate professional and fellow Porsche Club member, for a conversation about building trust, helping buyers and sellers navigate a competitive market, and the relationships behind a successful real estate career.
    José shares his perspective on today’s San Diego housing market—including interest rates, common buyer mistakes, preparing a home for sale, and the importance of presentation and marketing.
    Then the conversation turns to Porsche: how José became an enthusiast, what brought him to PCA, his favorite club experiences, and the connections that come from being part of the Porsche community.
    Recorded at Amplified Studios in Carlsbad.
    Subscribe to Windblown Mic for more conversations with the people, personalities and stories behind the Porsche community.
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    #WindblownMic #Porsche #PorscheClubOfAmerica #PCASDR #SanDiego #SanDiegoRealEstate #RealEstate #PorscheLife
    32 min
  • Can Damaged Carbon Fiber Be Saved? Killer Dave Explains
    Michael sits down with David Belchamber, founder of Killer Dave’s in El Cajon, to explore the specialized craft of repairing and restoring carbon-fiber automotive components.
    Dave explains the difference between cosmetic and structural damage, when carbon fiber can be repaired safely, and when a component should be replaced. They also discuss cracked and scraped components, cloudy or yellowed finishes, matching the original weave pattern, recreating a factory-quality finish and the potential cost advantages of repairing an expensive OEM part.
    Dave also shares how he entered this highly specialized field, the story behind the Killer Dave’s name, some of his most challenging projects and what it takes to earn the trust of exotic and high-performance car owners.
    Recorded at Amplified Studios in Carlsbad.
    Subscribe to Windblown Mic for more conversations with the people, businesses and personalities behind the Porsche community.
    #KillerDave #CarbonFiberRepair #CarbonFiber #Porsche #PorscheClubOfAmerica #PCASDR #WindblownMic #AutomotiveRestoration #ExoticCars #PerformanceCars #CarRestoration #PorscheLife
    32 min
  • Designing Porsche Icons: Grant Larson on the Boxster, Carrera GT and 997
    Legendary Porsche designer Grant Larson joins Michael Zurich on Windblown Mic to share the remarkable story behind more than three decades of creating some of Porsche’s most memorable automobiles.
    Grant discusses leaving America to pursue automotive design, working at Audi and joining Porsche in 1989. He takes us inside the creation of the groundbreaking 1993 Boxster concept, the Carrera GT show car and the return to classic Porsche styling with the 997-generation 911.
    The conversation also explores the new 935, Porsche’s Special Projects and Sonderwunsch programs, the relationship between designers and engineers, and what makes a Porsche design endure for generations.
    Recorded at Amplified Studios in Carlsbad, California.
    Windblown Mic is the official podcast of the Porsche Club of America, San Diego Region. It’s not just the cars—it’s the people.
    Subscribe to @pcasandiego for more conversations with the people behind the cars.
    #GrantLarson #Porsche #PorscheDesign #PorscheBoxster #CarreraGT #Porsche911 #PCASDR #WindblownMic
    1 hr 6 min
  • Three Decades of Porsche Passion: Tom Brown’s Life of Leadership and Service
    Tom Brown has spent more than three decades helping shape the Porsche Club of America, both in San Diego and throughout Zone 8. Since joining PCA in 1991, Tom has served as PCASDR President, Zone 8 Representative, National Parade Committee Chair, board member, rules coordinator, webmaster—and just about everything in between.
    In this episode, Tom shares how his Porsche journey began, the experiences that turned him into a lifelong volunteer, and the lessons he learned leading both PCA and his own business. He also reflects on how the club and its cars have changed, the importance of preserving PCASDR’s history, and what the next generation of members and leaders can bring to PCA.
    It’s a conversation about Porsche passion, volunteer leadership, lasting friendships, and the people who make the club what it is.
    1 hr 2 min

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**Windblown Mic** is the podcast from the **Porsche Club of America – San Diego Region (PCASDR)**. Hosted by club members, it features conversations about Porsches, driving tours, club events, and the…