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Hamburgers & Hot Rods

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A show about Southern California's car culture and its related food scene.

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Episodes

  1. First Anniversary

    Description: In this episode, Sabrina takes the reins as co-host as we take a stroll down memory lane to review our first year of the podcast. Credits: Co-Hosted, Produced, Directed and Post-Production by – Jim and Sabrina Karras Music: Intro, Outro and Next Episode Music – “Get Ready” and “Feels...

  2. Southern California Region, AACA

    Description: In this episode, we feature six guests from the Southern California Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America. The group discusses the club’s history, its various events, and club members’ cars. Links: · Southern California Region, AACA – aacasocal.com · Antique Automobile…

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  3. Original Tommy’s Hamburgers

    Description: In this episode, we feature another Iconic Los Angeles hamburger chain known for its tasty chili. Join us as we tell the story of Original Tommy’s World-Famous Hamburgers. We also share a bit about our future plans for the podcast. Links: · Original Tommy’s World-Famous Hamburgers...

  4. Original Classic Car Trends

    In this episode, we welcome John Sherman, the sales manager of St. Louis, Missouri based Daniel Schmitt & Company, a world-known exotic and classic car specialty dealership. John is a nationally recognized expert on original non-restored and restored-to-original cars and trucks. John also serves…

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  5. JAS Rods and Customs TM – Trends in the Hot Rod Scene

    Post Date: Sunday, October 11, 2020 Description: In this episode, we welcome John Simmonds, the owner of Garden Grove, California based JAS Rods and Customs. At his shop, John specializes in hot rod and customs repair, custom builds, and classic car restorations. John will talk about his bustling...

  6. So Cal Classic Car Storage TM – Trends in the Hobby

    In this episode, we welcome Dean Morash, the owner of So Cal Classic Car Storage located in Laguna Hills, California. Dean tells us about his classic car storage business. Dean also talks about a podcast show he hosts -- The So Cal Car Scene, which is produced by his son Jason, who works with…

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  7. Show Announcement No. 3 - Upcoming Episodes

    In this announcement, we share about a few upcoming shows featuring automotive business leaders and how each of their businesses are adjusting to the new trends in the hobby during these unprecedented times. Credits: Hosted by – Jim Karras Produced, Directed and Post-Production by – Jim and…

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  8. Naugles® – It’s Time For A Naugles® Run!

    In this episode, we tell the story of Orange-County based Naugles® Tacos and Hamburgers. Links: · Naugles® @Online – https://www.nauglestacos.com/ · Naugles® @Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/nauglestacos · Naugles® @Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nauglestacos/ · Naugles® @Twitter –...

  9. Show Announcement No. 2 - Next Episode: Its Time For A Naugles® Run!

    This is a show announcement about our next episode in which we we tell the story of Orange-County based Naugles® Tacos and Hamburgers. Look for our next episode to post on Sunday, August 23, 2020. Credits: Hosted by – Jim Karras Produced, Directed and Post-Production by – Jim and Sabrina Karras...

  10. Wienerschnitzel® – It’s better than John’s Hot Dogs

    In this episode, we tell the story of The Hot Dog Place with the Bright Red Roof® as we share the history of Irvine-based Wienerschnitzel®, The World’s Largest Hot Dog Chain®.

  11. Baker’s Burgers® – From Bricks to Burgers

    Post Date: Sunday, June 21, 2020 Description: In this episode, we feature Baker’s Drive-Thru® Inland Empire’s hometown regional drive-thru restaurant chain. Links: · Baker’s Drive-Thru® – https://www.bakersdrivethru.com/ · Baker’s Drive-Thru® Facebook Page –...

  12. Jack in the Box® – Jack Will Speak to You

    Post Date: Sunday, June 14, 2020 Description: In this episode, we feature the San Diego-based Jack in the Box® drive-thru restaurant chain. Links: · Jack in the Box® – https://www.jackinthebox.com/ · Jack in the Box® YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/user/jackinthebox Information Sources…

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  13. In-N-Out® - California's First Drive-Thru Hamburger Stand

    Post Date: Sunday, June 7, 2020 Description: In this episode, we feature the iconic Southern California-born and based In-N-Out Hamburgers® drive-thru restaurant chain. Links: · In-N-Out Burger® – https://www.in-n-out.com/ · In-N-Out Burger Foundation® – https://ino4kids.org/ · Slave 2 Nothing...

  14. Personalized Chevy Chapter, VCCA

    Post Date: Monday, May 25, 2020 Description: In this episode we welcome Ron Marciano from the Personalized Chevrolet Chapter of the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America to discuss the Chapter’s mission, activities; vehicle judging process for modified Chevrolets and GMC trucks, and membership...

  15. All-American Originals Car Show and the OC-AACA Region

    Post Date: Sunday, May 17, 2020 Description: In this episode we welcome Mike Sherman from the All-American Originals Car Show and the Orange County Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America to discuss this unique car show dedicated to original cars and trucks, and to discuss the…

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  16. San Fernando Valley Chevrolet Club

    Description: In this episode we welcome Steve Rosenberg from the San Fernando Valley Region of the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America to discuss the Club’s activities and its annual All Chevrolet Car Show sponsored by and held at Community Chevrolet in Burbank. Links: San Fernando Valley Region,...

  17. Carhop Service Makes a Comeback

    Description: In this episode we recognize several restaurants that have begun offering carhop service amid the COVID-19 crisis. Links: Bob’s Big Boy, Burbank – bobs.net Bob’s Big Boy Broiler, Downey – bobsbigboybroiler.com Bob’s Big Boy, Northridge – northridgebobsbigboy.com Mel’s Drive-In –...

  18. Cruisin’ the Boulevard

    Post Date: Monday, March 2, 2020 Description: In this episode we cruise down memory lane and discuss the resurgence of street cruising in the 1970s. While this past time began to emerge in the late 1940s, the popularity of cruising in cars hit a peak in the late 1970s. We talk about the film...

  19. Sonic® Drive-in – America’s Drive-in®

    Episode No.: 005 Post Date: Monday, February 24, 2020 Description: In this episode, we feature Sonic® Drive-in, the largest chain of modern-day drive-in restaurants in the country still offering carhop service throughout its entire nationwide system. With its recent expansion into Southern...

  20. Flash Lights For Service Service – LA’s Historic Drive-Ins

    In this episode, we feature quite a few of the over 200 drive-ins that were located in Los Angeles. Peaking throughout the 1930’s and into the 1960’s, drive-ins were on almost every corner. The diverse range of options available meant that hungry drivers could feast from the comfort of their...

  21. Carpenter’s Sandwiches – An Early Los Angeles Drive-in Chain

    In this episode, we look at an early local chain of drive-in restaurants that was once located in Los Angeles -- called Carpenter’s Sandwiches. This chain was a fixture in Los Angeles, having several locations throughout town offering a large menu of hot food and an array of beverages including...

  22. Bob’s Big Boy® – Southern California’s Iconic Drive-In Restaurant

    One of the most iconic Southern California drive-ins is Bob’s Big Boy®. Since their opening in 1936, Bob’s® has been a part of the car culture and food scene from the beginning. This episode will share the history of this homegrown restaurant chain. Links: Big Boy® Restaurants –…

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  23. Show Announcement No 1 - Upcoming Feature Series

    In this announcement we share our plans for an upcoming series featuring Southern California's early food scene including some iconic Drive-In restaurants. Credits: Produced and Directed by – Jim Karras Sabrina Karras Post-production by – Jim Karras Sabrina Karras Music: Intro and Outro Music –...

  24. A&W® Restaurants – California’s First Drive-In Restaurant

    The Emergence of drive-in restaurants in Southern California started with the first drive-in A&W®. For over a hundred years this chain has kept southern California’s thirst quenched with their delicious root beer and tasty food. From the beginning the restaurant adopted the emerging widespread...

  25. Show Introduction

    About the Show We love classic cars and great American comfort food! This show will feature both topics and how they are intertwined in our culture. Specifically, we will focus on the Southern California car culture and its related food scene. If you think about it, cars and comfort food have…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A show about Southern California's car culture and its related food scene.

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Hamburgers & Hot Rods

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