The Full throtl Podcast
Cars. Chaos. Questionable life choices — at 100 miles an hour. Hosted by Mickey Andrade, the Full Throtl Podcast dives deep into car culture with the industry’s most iconic builders, racers, and creators. From behind-the-scenes drama to career-defining builds, each episode delivers raw, unfiltered stories from the front lines of the automotive world.
How Doug DeMuro Built an Empire Out of ‘Quirks and Features
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In this episode of The Full Throtl Podcast, host Mickey Andrade sits down with none other than Doug DeMuro — automotive journalist, YouTube icon, and founder of Cars & Bids. From reviewing supercars in empty parking lots to building one of the biggest enthusiast marketplaces online, Doug opens up about his wild journey in the automotive world.
Nolan Sykes Talks Cars, Donut Media, and the Future of Car Culture
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From Legos and Hot Wheels to building Donut Media into a cultural powerhouse, Nolan Sykes has lived a life surrounded by cars. In this wide-ranging conversation, he opens up about his early drag racing days, working on nostalgia funny cars, and his unusual path through college that ultimately set him up for a career in car media. We also dig into today’s car scene — why the Nissan Z feels more fun than the Supra, how truck culture is evolving, and what the future of grassroots motorsports might look like.
Rickie Fernandez: From Puerto Rico to Epic YouTube Builds
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On this episode of the Full Throtl Podcast, we sit down with Rickie Fernandez — a driving force in the throtl team whose journey is the perfect blend of hustle, passion, and creativity. Rickie opens up about how he turned his love for cars into a career, the behind-the-scenes grind of building one of the biggest automotive media brands, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.
From working on dream builds to navigating the challenges of content creation, Rickie shares stories that inspire anyone chasing success in the automotive world. Whet...
The Voice of Drift: Jarod DeAnda on Street Racing, Formula D & Building Car Culture
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Jarod DeAnda — the legendary voice of Formula Drift — joins the Full Throtl Podcast to talk about his roots in San Diego street racing, becoming the announcer of drifting, and how he’s helped shape modern car culture. From parking lots to global arenas, Jarod shares untold stories, wild memories, and his journey to becoming the “Voice of Drift.”
How Mike Burroughs (StanceWorks) Builds Cars That Break the Internet
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On this episode of The Full Throtl Podcast, Mickey Andrade sits down with Mike Burroughs — the creative force behind StanceWorks — to dive deep into his journey from pioneering stance culture to fabricating a tube-frame Ferrari F40 from scratch. They cover wild shop stories, the philosophy of building without compromise, the highs and lows of the automotive hustle, and why the right set of wheels can define an entire build. It’s raw, technical, and full of passion — the perfect listen for gearheads who dream big and build bigger.
From Grassroots to Global Champion – Chris Forsberg’s Drift Story
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Three-time Formula Drift Champion Chris Forsberg joins The Full Throtl Podcast to talk about the hustle behind the headlines. From his rise through grassroots drifting to dominating the pro circuit, Chris shares untold stories from the track, what it really takes to stay on top, and how he’s built a brand that lasts beyond the checkered flag. We dive into competition strategy, car setup secrets, the wildest moments from his career, and his vision for the future of drifting.
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How Dustin Williams Turned JDM Dreams into a Full-Time Career
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We sit down with Dustin Williams to talk about his journey from California car meets to living out his JDM dreams in Japan. From YouTube builds to brand building, Dustin shares what it really takes to turn passion into a career.
Larry Chen: From Photographer to Automotive Icon
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In this episode of the Full Throtl Podcast, we’re joined by the legendary Larry Chen, an automotive photographer who’s captured some of the most iconic cars and moments in motorsport. From shooting drift cars at full lock to racing himself, Larry shares stories from behind the lens and the wheel. We dive into his humble beginnings, the closure of SpeedHunters, and how he turned his passion for cars and photography into a career. Plus, we talk about the wild risks he’s taken for the perfec...
Bucky Lasek Gets Real on Racing, Life & Legacy - Episode 4
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In this episode of the Full Throtl Podcast, host Mickey Andrade sits down with legendary pro skater turned rally driver Bucky Lasek @BuckyLasekOfficial for an unfiltered conversation about life behind the wheel, skateboarding, and the pursuit of passion—no matter your age or stage.
Bucky opens up about:
His transition from X-Games podiums to gravel stages
Building and racing Subarus
Reinventing himself in motorsports
The mental side of competitive culture
What keeps him hungry to build and drive
Building throtl: The Startup Story You’ve Never Heard with Evan Beckerman
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throtl co-founder Evan Beckerman joins Mickey to share the raw and unfiltered story behind how a car classifieds idea evolved into a full-blown automotive brand. From zero to millions of subscribers, business pivots, and now planning builds with six-figure budgets—this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and a look into what it really takes to build a car empire.
Vin Anatra: From Hoonigan to Building his Own Lane: Full throtl podcast Episode 2
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In this episode of The Full Throtl Podcast, we sit down with Vin Anatra — one of the original faces behind Hoonigan’s explosive rise and now the creative mind behind his own new YouTube venture. Vin opens up about what it was like being part of the Hoonigan legacy, the decision to step out on his own, and the raw challenges and freedom that come with building something from the ground up.
From burnout parties to business pivots, we dive deep into car culture, content evolution, and what it really takes to k...
TJ Hunt on How Automotive YouTube is Evolving - The Full throtl Podcast - Episode 1
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