My First Car

Musician Richard Loewen somehow small town's his way to getting a license. Another Topaz make it's presence heard all around town till he upgrades to a 98 Chevy Blazer. Shenanigan's ensue.

In this nostalgic trip down memory lane, my friend and former bassist Tony takes us back to the early days of his grunge youth and it all begins with a 1963 Ford pickup truck. From getting lost on winding gravel roads to late night CB radio hide-and-seek games, and of course, cruising for chicken nuggets, Tony's wild adventures in the preband days set the stage for a life of music and mischief.  That's a 10-4 good buddy.

14 states in 14 days. Musician Roger Nordquist flips a coin to find what he's looking for on a solo road trip in this 2001 odyssey over Sept 11th. From an inherited 78 Thunderbird to a 91 Mercury Cougar, it’s a journey that’s about more than just the destinations. It’s about what drives us, both on the road and in life.

Buckle up, because this week we’re taking a ride down memory lane with Nathan Engel the graphic designer behind the logo and birther to the podcast idea. But today, he’s not talking design, he’s revving the engine on his legendary 1978 Chevy Impala. The vehicle that wasn’t just a car but a vessel of teenage mayhem. Questionable decisions and shenanigans ensue.
Pairs well with a mixtape of Eminem, Korn, NIN, Snoop Dogg, Dr Dre

My friend Mandie Haman drops by to recount her adventures in her 1987 Mercury Topaz. Fender benders, frogs, mixtapes, and the stink of cloves. Get in the trunk losers! We're going down memory lane.  Cheers!
Pairs well with a mixtape of Heart and Fleetwood Mac

In today's episode, guitarist and my friend, Adam Abrahamson takes a trip down memory lane as he reminisces about his 1978 Dodge Colt affectionately known as The Turdmobile. From pushing it when it wouldn't reverse to the loss of his lil homies, Adam's legendary tales remind me of the days when car bras and bug splatters existed.
Pairs well with a mixtape of The Offspring, Greenday, The Humpers, 90's skater punk

Hey, I’m Elija Kirby. After spending years playing in garage bands and podcasting, I decided to start a new show where I talk with people about their first car. A podcast all about the vehicle that started it all: the first ride that got us on the road and set the course for the adventures that followed. Each episode, I sit down with friends, fellow musicians, and guests from all walks of life to talk about their first car. From a beat-up hand-me-down to a shiny new dream car, I want to hear the stories, the memories, and the lessons that came with that first set of wheels. That first car is never just a car... it’s a rite of passage, a symbol of freedom, and usually, a little bit of chaos.
 
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