Podcasts by Cars That Matter

72 - "Inside Car Auctions" with Mecum Auction host John Kraman from 2023-01-23T09:00

Today, Cars That Matter has the great fortune of welcoming on the legendary John Kraman to the show. John is the host of the Mecum Broadcast where he gets to fully represent all the car...

71 - “Italian Car Restoration” with Gary Bobileff of Bobileff Motorcar Company from 2022-12-08T09:00

Cars That Matter is back with a special episode. On this week’s show, Robert chats with long time competition judge and owner of Bobileff Motorcar company Gary Bobileff. Gary specializes in Ital...

70 - "Le Mans" (1971) 50th Anniversary with Derek Bell, Marshall Terrill, and Jay Gillotti from 2021-06-28T08:00

After Robert introducing the panel of guests, Robert asks Derek to describe what it was really like to drive in Le Mans in the 1970s (3:20). Then Marshall explains how the film came to be (6:15)...

69 - Bobby Haas, Stacey Mayfield, Haas Moto Museum, and "Leaving Tracks" from 2021-06-21T08:00

After Robert justifies an entire episode about motorcycles, he introduces Bobby Haas and Stacey Mayfield and asks them to detail their museum (1:59), its stunning collection (6:57), and how they...

68 - Alexander Klatt, Automobili Estrema, and Fulminea from 2021-06-14T08:00

After a brief introduction, Robert asks Alex to detail the recent founding of Automobili Estrema (1:46) and how he got involved with Fulminea and what the vehicle is designed to be (3:22). Then ...

67 - Marlon Goldberg and Workshop 5001 from 2021-06-07T08:00

After introducing Marlon, Robert asks about the origins and goals of the company (1:26) before diving into some specific models Robert had seen in Marlon's workshop (6:41). Then, the two men dig...

66 - "Jeep: Past, Present, and Future" with Paul Bruno, Randall Withrow, and Mark Allen from 2021-05-31T08:00

In honor of Memorial Day, Robert Ross re-examines the origins of Jeep--a vehicle that ultimately turned the tides of WW2 for America. By delving back into interviews with author Paul Bruno and D...

65 - Mark Allen and Jeep from 2021-05-24T08:00

After introductions, Robert asks Mark to delve into the origins of Jeep as a brand and how it was 'sold' to Americans following WWII (1:07). Then Mark drills down into how Jeep upholds the 'auth...

64 - Tim McGrane and M1 Concourse from 2021-05-17T08:00

After introducing Tim, Robert asks Tim to explain what make M1 Concourse so special and the events that will be held there (21:20), including by focusing on the Woodward Dream Cruise and Show (4...

63 - Jim Marietta, Ted Sutton, and the Original Venice Crew - Pt. 2 from 2021-05-10T08:00

Jim Marietta and Ted Sutton, members of the Original Venice Crew, join to discuss their time working with Carroll Shelby, Ken Miles, Peter Brock, and Phil Remington, and the purpose of their new...

62 - Jim Marietta, Ted Sutton, and the Original Venice Crew - Pt. 1 from 2021-05-03T08:00

Jim Marietta and Ted Sutton, members of the Original Venice Crew,  discuss their time working with Carroll Shelby, Ken Miles, Peter Brock, and Phil Remington, and the purpose of their new c...

"Classic" Cars That Matter - Conversations with Carroll Shelby // Reissue from 2021-04-26T08:00

This week, we revisit a "Classic" Episode of Cars That Matter: Conversations with Carroll Shelby. In anticipation of next week's guests, who knew and worked with Shelby, Robert shares previ...

61 - McKeel Hagerty, Hagerty Group, and The Next Generation of Car Collectors from 2021-04-19T08:00

After some introductory banter, Robert dives into what Hagerty Insurance does (2:22). Then, McKeel shares a story of how he realized he should take his company to the next level by introducing i...

60 - Dustin Krause and the 2021 VW ID.4 from 2021-04-12T08:00

After introductions, Robert and Dustin begin by discussing the road trip he recently completed in the 2021 VW ID.4 (0:57), what the ID.4 means to Volkswagen (4:10), and the benefits that come fr...

59 - "Cars That Matter" with Eddie Sotto and guest Robert Ross Pt. 2 from 2021-04-05T08:00

Eddie jumps straight back into the conversation by asking about Robert's fascination with watches and analog vs. digital (0:35) before digging into what makes a car 'matter' to Robert (3:04). Th...

58 - "Cars That Matter" with Eddie Sotto and guest Robert Ross Pt. 1 from 2021-03-29T08:00

After introducing Robert, Eddie asks Robert to detail where his passions originated in his childhood (2:43). Then Eddie and Robert consider the value and purpose of collections and how one appro...

57 - Bert Voet and "Carchitecture: Houses with Horsepower" from 2021-03-22T08:00

Following introductions, Robert asks Bert to reveal some details of how his book, Carchitecture: Houses with Horsepower,  came together (1:30). Then, Robert dives into some chapter...

56 - Charlie Randall and McIntosh Labs from 2021-03-15T08:00

After introducing Charlie Randall, Robert asks how Charlie got started at McIntosh Labs and how the company has changed over his time there (1:44). Then, Charlie shares McIntosh's partnership wi...

55 - Sam Fiorani and AutoForecast Solutions from 2021-03-08T09:00

Robert Ross is joined (virtually) by Sam Fiorani to discuss the disruption of electric vehicles, the global market shift into trucks and SUVs, and the future of the car collector industry at lar...

54 - Rich Truesdell, Mark Fletcher, and "1970 Maximum Muscle" Pt. 2 from 2021-03-01T09:00

Robert Ross is joined again (virtually) by Rich Truesdell and Mark Fletcher to finish their conversation about the history, design, and impact of the American Muscle Car on automotive history. Listen

53 - Rich Truesdell, Mark Fletcher, and "1970 Maximum Muscle" Pt. 1 from 2021-02-22T09:00

After introductions, Rich explains the origins of their book "1970 Maximum Muscle" (2:20) and Mark explains the criteria for determining what Muscle Cars made it into their book (5:07). Mark and...

52 - Greg Stanley and The Collector Car Podcast from 2021-02-15T09:00

After an introduction, Robert asks Greg to share what The Collector Car Podcast is about and its unique approach and connection to the auction marketplace (1:18). Then, the two men turn their at...

51 - Scott Williamson and Photodesign Studios Pt. 2 from 2021-02-08T09:00

Robert jumps right back in by asking how many and what variety of cars and collections Scott has photographed, including some favorites (0:41), before turning his attention to an interesting pro...

50 - Scott Williamson and Photodesign Studios Pt. 1 from 2021-02-01T09:00

Robert begins by introducing and describing his long-time friendship with Scott Williamson (1:11). Scott then shares how a trip to Antarctica as a young man ultimately introduced him to the worl...

49 - Matthew Hranek and "A Man&His Car" from 2021-01-25T09:00

Robert begins by sharing the story of how he and Matthew met at the Inaugural Chantilly Concours and shared a deeper appreciation for art and luxury (1:05). Then Matthew shares his unconventiona...

48 - Jakob Greisen and Bonhams' 10th Anniversary Scottsdale Auction from 2021-01-18T09:00

After introducing Jakob, Robert shifts the conversation to discuss how Bonhams will be handling online auctions and how that's changed things for bidders (2:03) before examining some special car...

47 - Don "The Snake" Prudhomme and Elana Scherr from 2021-01-11T09:00

After an introduction, Robert dives in to uncover the impetus for the book (2:02) before jumping into the advice that truly set Don on his path to become an automotive icon and his early life in...

46 - Jon Housholder and "Best in Class: The Making of a Concours D'Elegance" from 2021-01-04T09:00

After a brief introduction, Robert and Jon begin by discussing "Best in Class," a documentary about the first-ever Audrain Concours D'Elegance (1:15). Then Jon continues to share his unique appr...

45 - The Jenkins' Volkswagen Bus from 2020-12-28T08:30

Preserving a piece of history: 'Most vehicles that sit outside unattended for four decades aren’t destined to ever move again. But this 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 Deluxe Station Wagon isn&rsqu...

44 - Donald Osborne and the Audrain Automobile Museum from 2020-12-21T09:00

After introducing Donald, Robert discusses Donald's fairly recent appointment as CEO of the Audrain and the efforts Donald is undertaking to increase the outreach of the museum (2:30), before tu...

43 - Paul Mathers and Auto Royale from 2020-12-14T09:00

After an introduction, Robert begins by asking Paul about his background as a car guy in Australia (1:20). Then the two jump into what will differentiate Auto Royale from other Concours D'Elegan...

42 - Paul Bruno and "The Original Jeeps" from 2020-12-07T09:00

Following a brief introduction, Paul shares how a television show introduced him to a story that would change his live forever (2:33). Then Robert sets the stage for the pacifism in the US durin...

41 - Rob Sass, Porsche Club of America, and Panorama Magazine from 2020-11-30T09:00

After introducing him, Robert asks Rob to detail the mission of Panorama Magazine and the relation to the Porsche Club of America, along with the people behind the publication (0:47). Then, Rob ...

40 - Russell Hayes and "Volkswagen Beetles and Buses: Smaller and Smarter" from 2020-11-23T09:00

After a brief introduction, Robert takes a moment to marvel at the sheer number of Volkswagens that were produced (1:14) before Russell dives into the unexpected history of the 'people's car'......

39 - Diane Parker and the Historic Vehicle Association from 2020-11-16T09:00

After an introduction, Robert asks Diane to explain the goals and purpose of the Historic Vehicle Association (0:59), the qualifications that a car must meet to be included in the National Regis...

38 - Brian Howard and Automobile Conservation from 2020-11-09T09:00

Robert begins by asking Brian to explain how he got into conservation, but more importantly, what conservation is and how it's different than restoration (1:14). Then, Brian shares how his early...

"Classic" Cars That Matter - David Gooding with Gooding and Company from 2020-11-02T09:00

After introductions, Robert asks David to detail his record-breaking Monterrey auction from August 2019 (2:59), then Bill asks David to review the step-by-step process for getting a car to aucti...

37 - Frank Mandarano and a Tour of Italian Cars from 2020-10-26T08:00

Robert re-introduces Frank to the listeners and then asks for Frank to share his 'second' trip to Italy and the people he met there--a menagerie of stars in the world of Italian car design and m...

36 - Frank Mandarano and Maserati Club International from 2020-10-19T08:00

After introductions, Frank explains the story of how he first connected with Maserati (2:03), before the two men discuss what makes the Maserati designs so special (7:08), and Maserati's emphasi...

35 - Jack Roush Jr. and Roush Performance from 2020-10-12T08:00

Robert kicks things off after some introductions by asking Jack to detail his family history with racing and cars (1:12), then Jack explains how he approaches and prepares for a race (4:05), bef...

34 - Pete Evanow and "Nissan Z: 50 Years of Exhilarating Performance" from 2020-10-05T08:00

Robert Ross is joined (online) by Pete Evanow, author of the book "Nissan Z: 50 Years of Exhilarating Performance" to discuss Z history, the impact the six generations of the Z-Car had on the au...

33 - Jim Warlick and Bonhams' "The American Presidential Experience" Auction from 2020-09-28T08:00

Robert Ross is joined (online) by Jim Warlick, owner of "The American Presidential Experience," which is going to be auctioned off through Bonham's next month. The collection includes quite a fe...

32 - Jay Gillotti and "Gulf 917" from 2020-09-21T08:00

After some brief introductions and conversation, Robert dives into "Gulf 917" and asks Jay to explain his love affair with the car and why it's such an important car--which has some interesting ...

31 - Curtis Saunders and his 1914 Model T from 2020-09-14T08:00

Robert and Curtis begin by considering why the Model T is important in history--and why it's important to themselves (1:16), as well as how the 'assembly line' revolutionized industry around the...

30 - Jay Beever, Embraer, and Designing Luxury Pt. 2 from 2020-09-07T08:00

Jay and Robert get right into things by reviewing Jay's earliest memories of cars (1:05) and how his unique education led him to Ford (3:57). Then Robert pivots to discuss the fifteen years that...

29 - Jay Beever, Embraer, and Designing Luxury Pt. 1 from 2020-08-31T08:00

After a brief introduction and some shared memories about previous guest, Eddie Sotto, Jay and Robert focus in on how to define luxury and how that manifests itself in both the automotive and ae...

28 - David Salvaggio and SpeedKore from 2020-08-24T08:00

Robert jumps right in by asking David to elaborate on what SpeedKore's philosophies are before focusing on the company's predilection for Chargers (1:03), before having David review the cars of ...

27 - Wayne Carini from 'Chasing Classic Cars' and F40 Motorsports from 2020-08-17T08:00

Wayne Carini, host of 'Chasing Classic Cars' on television and owner of F40 Motorsports joins Robert Ross (online) to discuss Wayne's talent for locating ...

26 - Christophe Georges and Bentley Americas from 2020-08-10T08:00

After introducing Christophe, the men discuss Christophe's time with Bentley Americas, specifically the launch of the Continental GT (1:13) before deep-diving into the inspiration and history of...

25 - Jack Chisenhall and Vintage Air from 2020-08-03T08:00

From Vintage Air: Jack Chisenhall, President and Founder, and recipient of the Petersen Lifetime Achievement Award, shares his experiences retrofitting older, classic cars with new systems, his ...

24 - Andrew Romanowski and Lamborghini Club America from 2020-07-27T08:00

Robert and Andrew begin the conversation by discussing the purpose and origins of Lamborghini Club America (0:38) before diving into Andrew's personal history with the club (4:58) and how the cl...

23 - Patrick G. Kelley and "IMAGINE! Automobile Concept Art from the 1930s to the 1980s" from 2020-07-20T08:00

Before jumping into the subject of Patrick's book, Robert and Patrick get to know each other by discussing when and how Patrick developed his passion for cars (0:24) and the start of Patrick's a...

22 - Freeman Thomas - Part 2 from 2020-07-13T08:00

From Lamborghini to Porsche to Bentley and more: Car design - where has it been and where is it going? Robert Ross and Freeman Thomas, continue their conversation about the history, and more imp...

21 - Freeman Thomas: Part 1 from 2020-07-06T08:00

After an introduction, Robert kicks things off by recounting how the two men met over their love of Porsche (0:24), then Robert backtracks to find out how Freeman fell in love with cars and what...

20 - Paul Spires and Aston Martin Works from 2020-06-29T08:00

After an introduction, Robert asks Paul (who joins the show from Newport Pagnell in England) to explain Aston Martin Works and what it means for car lovers (1:22) and the detailed archives that ...

19 - Chris Theodore and 'The Last Shelby Cobra' from 2020-06-22T08:00

After a brief introduction, host Robert Ross dives into the subject of Chris' book (1:10) and the years after Shelby's infamous Les Mans race with Ford (4:08). Chris details the development of t...

18 - Terry Karges and The Petersen Automotive Museum from 2020-06-01T08:00

Robert Ross and Terry Karges begin their conversation by discussing the history of the Petersen Automotive Museum (1:26), the incredible people whose collective vision changed the museum to its ...

17 - Eddie Sotto of Sotto Studios - Part 2 from 2020-05-25T08:00

Robert Ross and Eddie Sotto jump right back into their discussion by delving into Eddie's Rolls Royce car design meant to accompany the Skyacht, the Regatta(0:33) and then detour into ...

16 - Eddie Sotto of Sotto Studios: Part 1 from 2020-05-18T08:00

Robert Ross and Eddie Sotto begin by talking about their early memories of cars--such as Disneyland's Autopia and Eddie's early 'Bond' toys (1:50), before Eddie expounds on what exactly an immer...

15 - Ryan ZumMallen from 2020-05-11T08:00

Robert Ross is joined by Ryan ZumMallen to talk about his book, 'Slow Car Fast.' They begin by discussing the nature of automotive writing and the inspirations behind Ryan's book ...

14 - Brandon Starks and The Brumos Collection from 2020-05-04T08:00

Recorded over the internet, Robert Ross talks with Brandon Starks about the Brumos Collection. First they cover the history of the building itself (1:09) and the how the collection began wi...

Highlights - Part 2 from 2020-03-30T09:00:07

Recorded at The Napa Valley Reserve, Robert Ross talks with William Harlan, Bruce Meyer, and Brett Anderson about their friendship, their time collecting cars, and William Harlan's fascinating a...

Highlights - Part 1 from 2020-03-23T09:00:07

Robert Ross, Bill Curtis, and David Gooding of David Gooding & Company break down good auction strategies and what makes a collectible car collectible. (0:52)  

Pete Stout and Alex Palevsk...

13 - Roger Griffiths from 2020-02-17T11:00:15

In the final episode of Season 1, Robert Ross is joined by Roger Griffiths, Team Principle for BMW i Andretti Motorsport. Together, they discuss Roger's lifetime in car racing, how technology ha...

12 - Bill Curtis and Robert Ross from 2020-02-10T11:00

Host of Meet Me In the Middle and creator of Cars That Matter, Bill Curtis, sits down with Robert Ross for a personal conversation. They discuss what makes cars matter, share some hilarious stor...

11 - Highlights from "William Harlan and The Napa Valley Reserve" from 2020-02-03T11:00:08

Robert Ross travels to The Napa Valley Reserve to speak with William Harland and Bruce Meyer about their personal history with cars and the importance of Napa Valley in the collectible car commu...

10 - Dennis Glavis and Morgan Motor Cars from 2020-01-27T11:00:20

"Founded in 1909, Morgan cars have achieved fame throughout the world due to their unique blend of charisma, craftsmanship and performance. The Morgan Motor Company has evolved over 100 years in...

09 - Andy Cohen from 2020-01-20T11:00

Andy Cohen was one of our first guests on Cars That Matter. Due to these episodes sometimes being released out of chronological order, Andy’s episode was delayed. And we're very sad to say...

08 - Elana Scherr from 2020-01-13T11:00:01

Robert Ross sits down with automotive journalist Elana Scherr. After discussing how she developed her passion for cars, the two discuss their careers in automotive journalism, the fu...

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07 - William Harlan and The Napa Valley Reserve from 2020-01-06T11:00:11

Robert Ross travels to The Napa Valley Reserve to speak with William Harlan and Bruce Meyer about their personal history with cars and the importance of Napa Valley in the collectible car commun...

06 - Conversations with Carroll Shelby from 2019-12-30T13:11:25

Robert Ross was a friend of Carroll Shelby, the race car driver, automotive innovator, and the subject of the recent film, Ford V. Ferrari. In 2002 and 2010, Robert recorded conversations with S...

Ep 005 - Andreas Thurner and Karma Automotive from 2019-12-23T11:00:03

Robert Ross is joined by Karma Automotive's Andreas Thurner. After reviewing what led Andreas into car design, they talk about historic cars that inspire them and consider what the future of aut...

04 - Car Design with Ian Cameron and Verena Kloos Part 2 - History and Future from 2019-12-16T11:00

Robert Ross and Bill Curtis speak with Ian Cameron and Verena Kloos about cars that have changed automotive history and why after looking back on their own relationship. They also examine luxury...

03 - Car Design with Ian Cameron and Verena Kloos Part 1 - Rolls Royce and Design Works from 2019-12-09T11:00

Robert Ross and Bill Curtis speak with Ian Cameron and Verena Kloos about their years working in automotive design and how their approaches to luxury and function differ. Ian and Bill enjoy disc...

02 - 000 Magazine with Pete Stout and Alex Palevsky from 2019-12-02T11:00:34

Robert Ross speaks with Pete Stout and Alex Palevsky about their years long friendship in regards to their love of cars--a friendship that led them to create 000, a luxury magazine for all thing...

01 - Gooding and Company with David Gooding from 2019-11-05T18:02

David Gooding from Gooding and Company joins Rob Ross and Bill Curtis to talk about Cars That Matter. The three delve deep into what makes cars worth collecting and how auctions really work. Aft...

Cars That Matter - Trailer from 2019-11-01T20:09:50

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