
Spike's Car Radio
Automotive
Cars, Coffee and Comedy hosted by comedian and automotive enthusiast Spike Feresten and featuring Jerry Seinfeld, lawyer Paul Zuckerman, MotorTrend's Jonny Lieberman, and The Smoking Tire's Matt Farah with guests from the automotive industry, notable comedians and celebrities. As always, there's one empty chair at Spike's table saved for you, the listener.
Location:
United States
Description:
Cars, Coffee and Comedy hosted by comedian and automotive enthusiast Spike Feresten and featuring Jerry Seinfeld, lawyer Paul Zuckerman, MotorTrend's Jonny Lieberman, and The Smoking Tire's Matt Farah with guests from the automotive industry, notable comedians and celebrities. As always, there's one empty chair at Spike's table saved for you, the listener.
Language:
English
Episodes
Is the Cybertruck a flop?
4/9/2025
Spike, Zuckerman, and Jonny debate whether the Tesla Cybertruck is a legitimate flop, announce their hilarious dealership scheme, and dive into how new tariffs will impact Porsche prices. Plus, the guys explore the bizarre wellness features in luxury cars and tackle relationship questions in Dear Zuckerman. _____________________________________________________ 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com 🫂 BetterHelp - Quality Professional Therapy This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/SPIKE911 and get on your way to being your best self. 🗢 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free with code SPIKE911 https://BlueChew.com _____________________________________________________ In this episode of Spike's Car Radio, the guys launch their fictional dealership Morris Solomons and invite listeners to participate in a logo design contest. They dive deep into Porsche's pricing changes due to tariffs and reveal insider info about a secret list for leftover race cars. The Tesla Cybertruck discussion gets heated as they analyze missed sales goals and trade-in controversies. Later, they laugh about the absurd "wellness" features appearing in luxury vehicles and share a wild Porsche 911 GT3 RS DUI story. Zuckerman delivers his signature no-nonsense advice in the popular Dear Zuckerman segment, tackling relationship dilemmas with his trademark brutal honesty. _____________________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Club Road Associates: sc@clubroadassociates.com 🌐 https://www.clubroadassociates.com Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:04:19
Seen Through Glass's Nightmare Ferrari Restoration
4/2/2025
This week, Spike, Zuckerman, and guest Sam Fane from https://youtube.com/@seenthroughglass unpack why Sam’s ditching his Porsche Boxster, the chaos of restoring a Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale he accidentally bought, and Matt Farah's 8-hour The Smoking Tire 1000th episode. Also: BMW M2 vs old M2 CS, GT3 Touring noise complaints, and Corvette Z06 regrets. _____________________________________________________ 🪙 Acre Gold - Gold Investment Has Never Been Easier Visit https://GetAcreGold.com/SPIKE911 to start building your gold stash! 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com 🔥 Huel - Fuel Your Lifestyle Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift with code SPIKE911 at https://huel.com/spike911 (Minimum $75 purchase). 📻 Listen to DRIVE with Jim Farley Check out the new season of the Ford CEO's car podcast! https://lnk.to/drivewithjimfarleyPS!s... _____________________________________________________ Spike’s Car Radio brings back Sam Fane for a no-filter episode that blends car geekery with pure banter. They roast Farah’s 8-hour podcast plan (it's basically a telethon), dig into Sam’s decision to bail on his first-year Porsche Boxster, and mourn the hellish (and expensive) restoration of his Ferrari Challenge Stradale. They get nerdy about Porsche's first-year Boxsters, why the Carrera T might be a better everyday choice than the 911 ST, and whether you should even care about lightweight packages in your GT3 Touring. BMW M2 in Java Green? Looks like a beast, but that gear lever—mid. Spike compares it to the M2 CS while Sam defends (kind of) his decision to rent a Corvette Z06, even though he basically hates everything about it besides the noise. The random gems include Turkish hair transplants, Spike getting pedicures, classic car smog test law (yes, Leno’s in on this), and who’s winning Instagram Reels from nowhere (shoutout Tony from @BehindTheGlass ). They explore the dead UK Porsche market post-Brexit, YouTube burnout, and why subtle restomods beat overbuilt customs. Also: community support for Palisades fire victims, and an open invite to Goodwood and Wimbledon. _____________________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Club Road Associates: sc@clubroadassociates.com 🌐 https://www.clubroadassociates.com Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:05:12
James Pumphrey / Carol Leifer
3/26/2025
James Pumphrey from Speeed returns to the show to discuss carnivore diets, affordable daily drivers, the all-electric Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon, and Waymo vs. Uber drivers. Later, comedian Carol Leifer sits down with Spike to reminisce on their days writing Seinfeld. Plus, James and Zuckerman plan to demolition derby a Bentley Continental GT?! _____________________________________________________ 🥾 BRUNT - Quality Workwear and Apparel Get $10 Off BRUNT with code SPIKE911 at https://bruntworkwear.com/spike911 📻 Listen to DRIVE with Jim Farley Check out the new season of the Ford CEO's car podcast! https://lnk.to/drivewithjimfarleyPS!spikescarradio 🗢 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free with code SPIKE911 https://BlueChew.com 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com _____________________________________________________ James Pumphrey sits down with Spike and Zuckerman to talk about his upcoming "30 Health Trends in 30 Days" video, before discussing fun and cheap cars that YOU can daily drive. They then dish on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV G580 4E, and Waymo self-driving EVs taking over the Uber driver gig economy market. Afterwards, Seinfeld alum Carol Leifer joins the show to talk classic Seinfeld episodes, Jerry's 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS cameo. Then she breaks down her new book How to Write a Funny Speech, and the two laugh at classic wedding speech blunders. _____________________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Club Road Associates: sc@clubroadassociates.com 🌐 https://www.clubroadassociates.com Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:12:19
The New Ford Bronco Special Editions
3/19/2025
Ford CEO Jim Farley joins Spike for a deep dive into the Mustang GTD, Chinese EV dominance, and his passion for racing. He shares personal stories, including memories of his cousin Chris Farley, and previews his podcast DRIVE. Plus, Spike and Jonny go in on the Lotus Emira’s stiff ride and unpack the mystery behind Barry Keoghan’s Jaguar Type 00 publicity stunt. _____________________________________________________ 📻 Listen to DRIVE with Jim Farley Check out the new season of the Ford CEO's car podcast! https://lnk.to/drivewithjimfarleyPS!spikescarradio 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com 🔥 Huel - Fuel Your Lifestyle Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift with code SPIKE911 at https://huel.com/spike911 (Minimum $75 purchase). 💰 Tax Network USA - Get Ahead on Your Taxes Use our link or call 1(800) 958-1000 to get your IRS troubles sorted! https://tnusa.com/Spike911 🏎️ Win a Porsche 911! Get 10% off with promo code SPIKE10 at https://000magazine.com and enter to win 000 Magazine's custom Porsche 911 Turbo S! _____________________________________________________ Jim Farley gives an inside look at the Ford Mustang GTD’s production, racing budgets, and why he’s pushing Ford towards rally racing. He also unpacks lessons from analyzing Chinese EVs, with some surprising insights into their rapid progress. Meanwhile, Spike puts the AMG-powered Lotus Emira 2.0 Turbo under the microscope—stunning to look at, brutal to drive. And in a moment of self-reflection, the guys realize they might’ve been duped by a Jaguar marketing stunt featuring Barry Keoghan. _____________________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Club Road Associates: sc@clubroadassociates.com 🌐 https://www.clubroadassociates.com Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:02:55
We Bought the Untouched E39 BMW M5
3/12/2025
Zuckerman just scored a unicorn—a Dakar Yellow E39 BMW M5 with only 633 ORIGINAL MILES! Spike, Zuckerman, and guest Drew Leslie from EAG break down the absurd negotiation process, the restoration challenges, and whether this car is too perfect to drive. Plus, Spike dishes on his Porsche Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid road trip, the auction of his ‘66 Triumph Bonneville, and Jonny S on the Moda Miami car scene. _____________________________________________________ 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com 📻 Listen to DRIVE with Jim Farley Check out the new season of the Ford CEO's car podcast! https://lnk.to/drivewithjimfarleyPS!spikescarradio 🍽️ EveryPlate - America's Best Value Meal Kit! Get 50% off your first box with code SPIKE50 https://everyplate.com/podcast 🗢 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free with code SPIKE911 https://BlueChew.com 🏎️ Win a Porsche 911 Get 10% off with promo code SPIKE10 at https://000magazine.com and enter to win 000 Magazine's custom Porsche 911 Turbo S! _____________________________________________________ Zuckerman’s M5 is one of the rarest in existence, but is it meant to stay in a garage or hit the road? Drew Leslie walks us through EAG’s meticulous inspection process, from sourcing impossible-to-find OEM parts to adding Eventuri intakes. The crew debates originality vs. performance upgrades, breaks down the Moda Miami car show, and roasts Mercedes-Maybach's latest indulgence—the EQS 680 SUV. Plus, a listener in Newfoundland has a bizarre request, and Spike announces Ford CEO Jim Farley as next week's guest. _____________________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Club Road Associates: sc@clubroadassociates.com 🌐 https://www.clubroadassociates.com Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:09:29
Jerry Seinfeld's $25 Million Porsche 917
3/5/2025
Jerry Seinfeld joins Spike and Zuckerman for another unfiltered deep dive into cars, comedy, and collecting. They break down the sale of Jerry’s Porsche 917K, debate the 964 RS vs. 993 RS, and reminisce about his SNL spoof. Plus, Pete Stout from *000 Magazine* stops by to talk about a one-of-a-kind Porsche 911 Turbo S giveaway. _____________________________________________________ 💸 Scholar Financial Advising - Get Financial Advice! Scholar Financial Advising is a paying sponsor of Spike’s Car Radio and all investing involves risk. You can read more about the risks of investing and conflicts of interest here: https://scholarfinancialadvising.com/spike911 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911! https://RaceDeck.com 💰 Tax Network USA - Get Ahead on Your Taxes Use our link or call 1(800) 958-1000 to get your IRS troubles sorted! https://tnusa.com/Spike911 🪙 Acre Gold - Gold Investment Has Never Been Easier Visit https://GetAcreGold.com/SPIKE911 to start building your gold stash! 🏎️ Win a Porsche 911 Get 10% off with promo code SPIKE10 at https://000magazine.com and enter to win 000 Magazine's custom Porsche 911 Turbo S! _____________________________________________________ Jerry Seinfeld sheds light on what really happened with his Porsche 917 auction at Mecum and why big-money cars often sell behind the scenes. He shares his philosophy on car enthusiasm—why gearheads don’t care about titles, just the next great car. The guys also discuss Jerry’s freshly restored Porsche 550 Spyder, his drive through LA traffic in a vintage race car, and his ongoing obsession with RSKs. The conversation shifts to comedy, where Jerry reflects on *SNL’s* 50th anniversary and the rise of stand-up. And in a classic Porsche debate, Jerry and Spike go head-to-head on whether the 964 RS or 993 RS is the ultimate driver’s car. Spoiler: Jerry has some strong opinions. Finally, Pete Stout joins the show to unveil *000 Magazine’s* epic sweepstakes for a fully customized Porsche 911 Turbo S, with proceeds supporting the 43 Institute Ken Block Foundation. _____________________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Club Road Associates: sc@clubroadassociates.com 🌐 https://www.clubroadassociates.com Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:11:13
Titus Welliver's Ford Bronco Obsession
2/26/2025
Titus Welliver is back on Spike's Car Radio, and he's got a Bronco with a story. Spike and Titus talk rare cars, evacuating during the California wildfires, and why LA needs to reopen its roads ASAP. Plus, a deep dive into the final season of 'Bosch Legacy,' a Porsche 911 Carrera T review, and the truth about Bosch’s famous house. _____________________________________________________ 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911! https://RaceDeck.com 🗢 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free! https://BlueChew.com 💸 Scholar Financial Advising - Get Financial Advice! Scholar Financial Advising is a paying sponsor of Spike’s Car Radio and all investing involves risk. You can read more about the risks of investing and conflicts of interest here: https://scholarfinancialadvising.com/spike911 _____________________________________________________ Titus shares how Jay Leno's producer convinced him to buy a rare Ford Bronco, then opens up about his wildfire evacuation, running into inmate firefighters, and the economic toll of road closures on Malibu. Spike dives into ‘Bosch Legacy’ details—including an unsolved murder, cartel entanglements, and Maddie Bosch’s cop life. Then it's all about cars: the new lightweight, manual Porsche 911 Carrera T gets a rough critique, and fan questions lead to Titus’ takes on movie cars, vinyl records, and ‘Transformers.’ Oh, and Bosch’s stilts house? Yeah, it’s got connections to an adult store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:02:55
The INSANE 800+hp on the Gunther Werks 993
2/19/2025
Spike sits down with Peter Nam of Gunther Werks to break down the philosophy behind their track-ready, street-legal Porsche 993 builds. They get into the details of the Gunther Werks Turbo and discuss the evolution of Porsche modifications. Plus, Zuckerman reacts to Tesla suing drivers, Jeep’s in-car popup ads, and some wild ‘Dear Zuckerman’ listener letters.
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Peter shares how Knight Rider sparked his love of cars, why Gunther Werks pushes air-cooled 911s to the extreme, and the surprising backstory behind the company name. After, Spike and Zuckerman unpack the Porsche 911’s bizarre #1 sales ranking in Andorra, the latest Tesla controversy, and the absurdity of Jeep’s touchscreen ads. Finally, in ‘Dear Zuckerman,’ chaos ensues over incarcerated fiancés, dementia-fueled family drama, and more hilarious written-in dilemmas.
Duration:00:56:05
What is happening at Stellantis?!
2/12/2025
This week on Spike's Car Radio, things get messy—literally. The guys dissect a bizarre memo from Stellantis about a bathroom defiler, break down Super Bowl madness, and relive the insanity of the Ice Race. Spike reviews the 2025 Lamborghini Revuelto, debates the shifting EV landscape, and tackles a persistent Instagram troll. Plus, Waymo vandalism and a botched ad read. _____________________________________________________
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It’s business as usual—meaning chaotic—as the crew reacts to a ridiculous memo from a Stellantis factory about an employee's unsanitary “habit.” They analyze the passive-aggressive memo, question the logic of group punishment, and suggest alternative methods to catch the culprit. Then, they shift gears to Super Bowl chatter, odds-making, halftime shows, and the golden era of absurd crypto ads. Jonny recounts his time at the Ice Race in Austria, where all-wheel-drive chaos meets legendary machines. Spike shows off the 2025 Lamborghini Revuelto and reveals whether this hybrid V12 beast is the future—or just an expensive mistake. The conversation turns to electric cars as Porsche and BMW seem to be tapping the brakes on going full EV. Who’s right, and where’s the industry actually heading? Meanwhile, self-driving tech isn’t winning fans as an angry mob vandalizes a Waymo in LA, leading to a debate on liability and public backlash against autonomous cars.
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Duration:01:08:33
The 911 S/T KILLER is already here
2/5/2025
Duration:01:07:01
Getting Up to Speeed w/ James Pumphrey
1/29/2025
Join Spike and James Pumphrey (creator of Donut Media's first series, "Up To Speed" and recent founder of the YouTube channel Speeed) as they discuss everything from James's comedy roots to his journey into automotive content creation. They also discuss why James left Donut Media, the creative drive behind his new channel, and his deep love for classics like his modified E30 BMW.
Duration:00:54:39
The Best Porsche 911 Yet?
1/22/2025
This episode of Spike's Car Radio breaks down the viral video of saving a Porsche 911 ST over a Tesla Model Y from the California wildfires, the performance of our own new 911 ST, Jerry's Porsche 917 at the Mecum Kissimmee auction, Jonny's thoughts on the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla upgrades, Hungarian car maintenance, and more questions from our fans.
Duration:01:08:37
Recovering from the L.A. Wildfires
1/15/2025
Spike, Jonny, and Zuckerman return to the studio to bring an hour of levity amidst the L.A. wildfire tragedy. Car news is discussed, a beautiful Maserati is showcased, and a Lamborghini gets repo'ed!
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Duration:00:58:01
Kidnapped by Waymo
1/8/2025
Join Spike, Zuckerman, and Jonny Lieberman on new car legislations, newly available car imports, and a NASCAR inspired Waymo Driver. Not to mention, get the lowdown on Johnny's epic GR Corolla mods and more!
Duration:01:04:45
Jeremy Piven from Entourage to ER
1/1/2025
Join Spike and Zuckerman for a humorous episode as he engages with Jeremy Piven, renowned actor, and comic, exploring Jeremy's 15-year endeavor in creating 'The Performance' from an Arthur Miller story. This compelling episode covers Piven’s persistence amidst production challenges, humor honed through comedic gigs to fund his passion and candid reflections on his transformative journey.
Duration:01:07:47
A Max Greenfield Christmas
12/25/2024
Actor Max Greenfield joins Spike and Zuckerman for this Christmas Special to chat about his love of cars (Toyota Forerunners) and making comedy history. From the legacy of New Girl to behind-the-scenes hilarity with Jerry Seinfeld, Max dives into his journey through Hollywood and car culture.
Duration:01:22:44
Festivus 2024!
12/23/2024
Our gift to you, dear listener. A special bonus, commercial-free episode of SCR as we celebrate Festivus in Baldwin Hills with cigars, an airing of grievances and feats of strength. Plus an emotional in memoriam tribute: the cars we lost this year and Zuckerman recalls the time he saw his father's balls on a boat.
Duration:01:28:16
How Not to Return a Car
12/18/2024
Spike, Matt Farah, and Jonny Lieberman dive into California fires, billion-dollar car collections, and how the Rivian R1S stacks up against the Tesla Model X. Plus, is the Ford Mustang GTD really as fast as a Porsche 918 Spyder?
Duration:01:18:44
Jay Leno's Accident Conspiracies
12/11/2024
Jay Leno joins Spike Feresten and Jonny Lieberman for cars, CONSPIRACIES, and comedy. Jay sets the record straight on wild theories about his recent accident and shares how he performed stand-up the same night. The crew dives into the restoration of Jay’s 1952 Talbot-Lago, Jaguar’s bold rebrand, Stellantis’ challenges in the auto industry, and why the Chevrolet Corvair is America’s most misunderstood classic. Plus, hilarious road stories, strong hotel opinions, and insights into the intersection of cars and comedy.
Duration:01:09:44
Jerry Seinfeld's Porsche Addiction
12/4/2024
Jerry Seinfeld and Zuckerman join Spike for the very first video edition of SCR. Discussed: Jerry’s Porsche 917 heading to auction, why YouTube beats TV for car content, and the psychology of car collecting. Spike and Jerry weigh in on Jaguar’s glam-rock rebrand, and the crew examines Stellantis’ CEO shake-up, the state of car brands today, and the future of unrestored classics.
Duration:01:17:34