Michael Russo of 9NINE2 and Reese Marin sit down with us to talk about drifting across Europe and Japan, documenting the trips, and how years of persistence in media and motorsports turned into real opportunities. The conversation moves through travel, drifting culture overseas, creative work, and the long road that comes with building a life around it.
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The Christmas episode features the crew hanging out with Anthony Rizzo and catching up on cars, drifting, shop life, and what everyone has been dealing with heading into the holidays. The conversation moves through current projects, work schedules, money, the realities of running businesses, and how people are navigating a busy and expensive time of year. Along the way, they touch on car builds, driving, industry changes, and day-to-day situations that come up both in and outside the shop.
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A loose, off-the-rails Q&A filled with shop banter, random hypotheticals, and way too many side conversations, ranging from rust repair philosophy and worst jobs imaginable to drift cars, tires, exhaust opinions, and whatever else naturally comes up while hanging out.
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We’re joined by John Gondevas of Soap Box Auto Spa and Gear Box Auto Sales to talk about building automotive businesses from the ground up. Alongside Demetri from Prime Motoring, the conversation dives into detailing, buying and selling cars, auction platforms, and the real highs and lows of shop ownership—packed with honest insights, car culture stories, and shop banter.
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Episode 180 is dedicated to one of the most iconic drift platforms ever made: the Nissan 180SX. We sit down with Pat Lynch of Archive 180SX, Cole Mannon, and longtime friend of the shop Johnny Monaco to talk about their obsession with the chassis, how they each discovered 180s, and the styles, stories, and builds that shaped their love for the car. From rare aero finds to deep dives on body kits, fitment, and the culture around the 180SX community, this episode is all about why the 180SX remains the drift car.
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In this Thanksgiving Q&A episode, Frankie, Malcolm, and Karl kick back, order some drinks, and dive into a night of random stories, shop talk, and unfiltered conversation. What was supposed to be a quick session turned into a long, hilarious hangout—covering everything from first drinks to snowmobiling chaos, Stranger Things debates, and the reveal of a brand-new podcast sponsor. A laid-back, off-the-rails episode perfect for listening while you recover from your holiday food coma.
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In this episode, we sit down with Demetri — owner of Prime Motoring, one of the East Coast’s most well-known Subaru performance and tuning shops — along with JD, one of Prime Motoring’s longtime technicians, for a chaotic, hilarious, and brutally honest conversation about what really goes on behind the scenes. From Subaru builds, dyno-day madness, and wild customer interactions to employee dynamics, shop culture, and all the daily chaos that comes with running a busy performance shop, this episode delivers nonstop laughs and unfiltered insight into the automotive world.
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The crew dives back into their fan-favorite “Drifting on a Budget” role-playing game, where each person picks a car off Facebook Marketplace and tries to survive a full season of drifting on a fixed $17,500 budget. With Johnny and Eddie joining in, the team debates car choices, negotiates imaginary deals, and plans repairs and upgrades while preparing for events like Opening Moves, East Coast Bash, and Drifters of December. It’s chaotic, funny, and full of drifting-nerd strategy as they try not to blow their entire budget before the season even starts. Be sure to leave us a review if you are enjoying this podcast! Thank you!
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The crew sits down with Dan Savage and Ryan Downey of Drift Nirvana, who made the long drive from Virginia to hang out and talk all things East Coast drifting. The conversation dives deep into the history of Drifters of December—one of the most legendary grassroots drift events on the East Coast—along with the early days of Summit Point Motorsports Park, 20 years of drifting evolution, and what makes the community so special.
From old-school parking lot events and wild Summit Point stories to safety, rules, and the future of tracks like Englishtown Raceway Park, this episode is packed with nostalgia, behind-the-scenes insight, and a ton of laughs. Whether you’re a veteran of the scene or just getting into drifting, this one’s a must-listen.
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The crew sits down with John Fortunato of the Daring Ones Drift Team for a laid-back night of stories, laughs, and car talk. John’s been on the show before with his teammates, but this time it’s just him — giving listeners a more personal look into his world of drifting, garage life, and daily grind. From his experiences on the track to his love of motorcycles and the ups and downs of keeping a drift car alive, John dives deep into what makes the scene tick. Between haunted house plans, bike rescues, and the never-ending search for better food and better car parts, this one’s just pure After-Hours — real people, real laughs, and a reminder why we do it in the first place.
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In this Patreon-exclusive bonus episode, Karl dives into the real Japan stories that didn’t make it into the main show. From wild Osaka nights and unexpected club encounters to deep talk about drifting culture, car setups, and Japanese nightlife, nothing is off-limits this time.
Karl opens up about what shocked him most, what he loved, and the crazy late-night drives through the countryside — all with the boys chiming in for unfiltered laughs and chaos.
This one’s for the die-hard fans who wanted the raw, uncut version of Karl’s trip.
Karl is finally back from his dream trip to Japan, and the crew dives deep into everything he got up to overseas. From wrenching in Osaka garages to visiting legendary drift tracks like Meihan and Bihoku, Karl got an inside look at Japan’s car culture and the people who make it so special. He shares wild travel stories, cultural shocks, and what it’s really like working on cars and hanging trackside in Japan. Expect laughs, travel tips, and plenty of chaos as the boys catch up and hear all about Karl’s unforgettable trip. Tune in — and don’t miss the Patreon-exclusive after-show for the real unfiltered stories from Osaka.
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In this episode, Frankie, Malcolm, Kris, Jesus, and Eddie take over the mics while Karl is off living it up in Japan. The guys talk about Karl’s adventures overseas, Japan’s culture shocks, and somehow spiral into wild conversations about everything from taxes, unions, and parenting — to kidney stones, Michael Jackson, and why you should never mess with someone’s knees.
They also dive into the shop’s newest sponsor, Ramstad MFG, and their wheel fitment tool, sharing firsthand impressions and how it’s become a total game-changer for sizing wheels in the shop. It’s classic Faction chaos: part drifting, part deep talk, and a whole lot of laughs.
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In this episode, we’re joined once again by Ed and Prav from Prime NYC. From Dreamcast memories and Tokyo Xtreme Racer to Need for Speed: Underground, XMODS, and the street racing nights of Hunts Point, the conversation is packed with nostalgia and the stories that shaped their love for cars.
Ed and Prav talk about how Prime NYC became known for hosting some of the classiest tuner meets in the scene, while reflecting on the evolution of JDM culture, the cars that have come and gone, and what keeps them passionate about the community today. It’s a laid-back, laugh-filled hangout that feels like catching up with old friends at the meet.
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A preview of, SHOP TALK, our Patreon exclusive podcast.
The crew’s back at it with another Shop Talk episode, this time during business hours. Frankie, Eddie, and Malcolm kick back and chop it up about everything from building massive body kit boxes to dealing with bills, and the usual shop chaos. There’s plenty of car talk—parts hunting, wheel setups, turbo dreams—and even some birthday plans in the mix. Jesus rolls through with an Evo X inspection report that snaps everyone right back into shop mode.
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This week, we’re keeping it classic with a full Q&A session—no guests, just the crew hanging out and tackling your questions. Frankie, Karl, Kris, and Malcolm cover everything from the latest drift events and car setups to wild weekend stories, late-night conspiracy rabbit holes, and even a few UFO sightings.
Along the way, they get into the chaos in the Philippines, what it’s like competing against top-tier drivers, shop snack debates, and why drifting feels like a full-blown addiction. It’s unfiltered, hilarious, and a little chaotic—exactly what you’d expect from an After-Hours Q&A.
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In this episode, the crew sits down with Fiji Raw from Next Level Drift, one of the biggest grassroots drifting movements in Europe. Straight out of Poland, Fiji breaks down what makes the Polish drift scene so unique—from BMW dominance and DIY builds to the culture of matsuri-style events and the global influence of Next Level as more than just events, but a full-blown movement.
We dive into the differences between European and American car culture, travel hacks across the EU for drift events, and what it really takes to compete in Drift Masters, Europe’s answer to Formula Drift. Fiji also shares stories about the tight-knit Polish community, the realities of drifting economics, and why Poland might just be the heart of European drifting right now.
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The crew sits down with Kris Banzuela, lead technician at Faction Motorsports and longtime friend of Karl. What starts as a casual hang quickly spirals into classic shop talk, late-night stories, and plenty of laughs. From drifting debates and motorcycle adventures to cooking experiments, tool obsessions, and even wild tangents about zebras, conspiracy theories, and internet culture, nothing is off the table.
Kris also opens up about his incredible personal transformation—dropping over 80 pounds in a year through sheer discipline and diet—and how that journey has reshaped his daily life. Whether you’re into cars, bikes, or just good banter between friends who’ve known each other for over a decade, this episode is a mix of insight, humor, and genuine camaraderie.
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In this episode, the crew is joined by friends Darrel, Jo, and Nick (Autowin 456 / Front Street) for a full recap of Final Bout 8. The guys break down everything from the long road trip and unexpected challenges along the way to the highs of driving, catching up with friends, and the atmosphere that makes Final Bout such a special event in grassroots drifting.
The conversation drifts between funny road stories, memorable moments at the track, and reflections on why this event continues to stand out year after year. If you missed the event, this podcast serves as the perfect recap — capturing the vibe, the stories, and the excitement as if you were there in person.
With a mix of laughter, honesty, and plenty of passion for drifting, this episode captures both the chaos and the community that define the grassroots scene. Whether you were there in person or just following along online, you’ll come away with a real sense of what makes Final Bout 8 unforgettable.
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