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Author: Jonny Smith and Richard Porter

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TV presenter Jonny Smith and Sniff Petrol creator Richard Porter are two friends who talk about cars, and many other things.

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But it's never bothered me

But it's never bothered me

2026-02-0201:06:28

Jonny and Richard discuss a used car ad trope. Also in this episode, Magic Trees and adult dancers, an unusual necklace, Bassie & Adriaan and their Prelude, a shout out for merch designers, an AI-altered car advert, the podcast Saab going for an MOT, rumours that Jaguar Land Rover is to assembly cars for a Chinese company, and the imminent death of the Tesla Model S. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com To get 10 percent off any order of Duramat garage flooring go to duramat.co.uk and use discount code SSG10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OTOSOT 87

OTOSOT 87

2026-01-3034:43

In another instalment of their On The Other Side Of Things spin-off show, Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about a nice-sounding car for an 18-year-old, sorting the wheels on an old Fiesta, rare but nobody cares car search spikes, and the royal family and Top Gear. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Beckham's Prelude

Beckham's Prelude

2026-01-2601:09:40

In this week’s episode of Britain’s most popular car podcast, the new Vauxhall Frontera, the madness of Nic Cage films, David Beckham’s interesting first car, a crazy new motorbike engine, Wet Leg’s ambitious road trip plans, an update on Richard’s MG Metro Turbo, and what does Lorde drive? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OTOSOT 86

OTOSOT 86

2026-01-2333:38

In their usual Friday spin-off show, Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about best aftermarket pipes sound, concept car tyres, track car project suggestions, good car details in films and TV shows, and the choady shifter champion. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nico Rosberg's laundry bill

Nico Rosberg's laundry bill

2026-01-1901:08:34

Jonny and Richard worry about an F1 champion’s fondness for light-coloured clothing. Also in this episode, a Gregorian bathroom, the Brussels motor show, the Fiat Tris, a surprising logo on Gru’s helmet, trouble with Prelude Guy, a warning to Alfa Giulia owners, an email from a kit car maker, and two more cars from the PistonHeads auctions. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Get 10 percent off any order of HOLY https://uk.weareholy.com/discount/SSG?ref=SSGGet £5 off your first order of HOLY over £14.99 https://uk.weareholy.com/discount/SSG5?ref=SSGTo discuss the Pistonheads auctions go to pistonheads.com/smithandsniff Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OTOSOT 85

OTOSOT 85

2026-01-1633:43

Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about bringing back The Car’s The Star, things used to sweeten a car deal, and what are Feeder talking about in that song of theirs? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Marina door handle wardrobe

Marina door handle wardrobe

2026-01-1201:06:17

Jonny has an unusual home improvement idea. Also in this episode, DJ Khalid’s new car, the Bentley Flying Spur, when car badges meant something, Top Cat, a Max Power comeback, love for steel wheels, the Brussels Motor Show, a Honda Logo, the Kia EV2, the Citroen ELO, cars of Rome, a future Smart ForTwo, cars for a 17 year old and the new Toyota FJ Cruiser. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OTOSOT 84

OTOSOT 84

2026-01-0939:14

Jonny and Richard answer listener’s questions about what you’d drive in old age, songs that sound car-related, Crown Vic racing, and what 90s and 00s cars should Harry Metcalfe buy? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jonny and Richard discuss things you definitely shouldn’t do. Also in this episode, a sad, abandoned Jazz, a listener’s tale of a strange Jag buyer, news from the world of No Name Full Suspension Mountain Bike Guy, the song writing skills of people who work on trains, a listener blames this podcast for a car swap, more CRAD stories, the worst selling cars of 2025, and is it wrong to want a Corvette? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OTOSOT 83

OTOSOT 83

2026-01-0242:50

From their recent live show in Bristol, Jonny and Richard answer audience questions about hire cars, push-me-pull-you limos, a new car for BRIXMIS, hotel stories, irritating car faults, things found in barn find cars, Beat songs and cars for a Miami Vice re-make. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The unexpected skip

The unexpected skip

2025-12-2901:01:19

Jonny and Richard are on a merrineum walk to and from the pub discussing Snoop’s inability to buy tonic water, scuffed Jazzes, an update on Richard’s motorcycle nemesis, getting woken by a Carrera GT, a gouty Panda, long life advice from Jag-man Dick van Dyke, the colour and trim of owls, Pat Benatar’s classic Buick restoration nightmare, the DeLorean siren song, car new year resolutions, and does anyone actually organise the London to Brighton run? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Get 10 percent off any order of HOLY https://uk.weareholy.com/discount/SSG?ref=SSGGet £5 off your first order of HOLY over £14.99 https://uk.weareholy.com/discount/SSG5?ref=SSG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In front of an audience in Bristol, Jonny and Richard discuss dressing for the 90s, Britpop Demon Hunters, Orson Welles and his sozzled attempts to sell Champagne, a confusion about Last Christmas, windows down cold weather drivers, basically changing song lyrics, the problem with the BYD Dolphin Surf, the most stressful thing in modern driving, and a new game involving kit cars. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OTOSOT 82

OTOSOT 82

2025-12-1934:08

Jonny and Richard answer listener questions about reading the manual, the Top Gear lady wrangler, van advice, and the coolest car for transporting a Christmas tree. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Richard received an unexpected invitation to do something very exciting. Also in this episode, an embarrassing mistake with placeholder text, forgetting that you owned a Citroen CX, the worst sound in motoring, and another chat about a pair of cars coming up in the PistonHeads auctions. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Get 10 percent off any order of HOLY https://uk.weareholy.com/discount/SSG?ref=SSGGet £5 off your first order of HOLY over £14.99 https://uk.weareholy.com/discount/SSG5?ref=SSGTo discuss the Pistonheads auctions go to pistonheads.com/smithandsniff Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OTOSOT 81

OTOSOT 81

2025-12-1233:03

Jonny and Richard answer questions about the Genesis GV60, favourite car-related toys from childhood, something comfortable and cheap to run, and taking cars back to where they’re from. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hair today, gone tomorrow

Hair today, gone tomorrow

2025-12-0801:03:14

Jonny and Richard discuss Gerry McGovern’s sudden departure from Jaguar Land Rover. Also in this episode, trying to win over Juha Kankkunen, the cars of Stranger Things, what Peter Hook drives, aero Audi cravings, the surprising age of Humvees, and buying a VW from a car boot sale.For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Richard’s new book https://amzn.eu/d/fO1ti5O Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OTOSOT 80

OTOSOT 80

2025-12-0534:35

Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about models you’d only buy brand new, which car to turn into a boat for an apocalyptic future, biggest car-related prank, and best car for smuggling people across Berlin during the Cold War. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fall Guy and Autuman

Fall Guy and Autuman

2025-12-0101:04:02

Jonny has become a superhero who loves this time of year. Also in this episode, AMC Eagles, Audi Allroads, spending time with some confusing Polestars, the gentle act of giving a car park ticket to a stranger, throwing a Honda step through over a tall fence, Andy Wilman’s book, a disagreement about why the Grand Tour killed off its star guests, and Tina Turner in a Lynx Eventer. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Richard’s new book https://amzn.eu/d/fO1ti5O Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OTOSOT 79

OTOSOT 79

2025-11-2841:21

In front of an audience at Great Northern Classics in Derby, Jonny and Richard answer questions about stupid things you did in your first car, selling cars too cheaply, inappropriate track day cars, the fate of Prelude guy, strange minicabs, weirdest car to hoard and Jonny’s gig confession. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Find out more about HOLY https://uk.weareholy.com/?ref=SSG&utm_medium=creator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Live in Derby

Live in Derby

2025-11-2401:15:47

In front of a brilliant audience at Great Northern Classics in Derby, Jonny and Richard talk about Derby Bentleys, Edwina Currie, Rolls-Royce Eagle engines, civil war in the Dacia Spring community, Paul Weller’s hair, Jonny appearing on Maltese TV, Richard having a youthful carbonara incident, teenage house parties, the death of the Ford Focus, an abandoned lorry in a restaurant car park, the problem with Leigh Delamere services, David Hasselhoff breaking down on a French road, Jonny’s strange dreams, and a deep level of irony from Girls Aloud. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Richard’s new book https://amzn.eu/d/fO1ti5O Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Comments (18)

Andrew Thorne

The first person in the world to mow the lawn. 😂

Nov 24th
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Aidan Carolan

I love your podcast so much. I listen to it 1 kilometre underground i n a mine in ireland. but I really hate the minor chord music at the end . can you make the songs a bit more positive??

Nov 16th
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rafrancis76@gmail.com

worst episode so far..... you guys can do so much better. not angry, just disappointed!!

Oct 13th
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Colin Kao

Sheran ad: Sheran when parked

Jun 22nd
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rafrancis76@gmail.com

Greg is as good as expected!

May 13th
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Andrew Thorne

An hour of three drunk blokes talking nonsense. Genius on that side of things. Bye mate, cheers mate, bye!

Apr 15th
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Andrew Thorne

I do enjoy Smith and Sniff on that side of things.

Apr 9th
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luke smith

I drive a landrover freelander it's a mk1 with a mk2 face-lift I use it for mobile valeting if you'd be interested in that 😉 I own woodmancote clean car wash

Sep 27th
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luke smith

im a cleaner and look forward too every Monday too lisen too you guys I'm trying too sell my 318d bmw too buy a 7/8 seater mpv currently wondering if it will ever happen and what I can get for the money 😅 keep up the good work 👏 🙌

Feb 28th
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john davis

https://fb.watch/dckbwFLYRd/ most bristol thing ever

May 24th
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Daniel Smith

"On that side of things"- great slogan for company making Alfa Romeo number plates.

Jul 19th
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boxertwin69

Best episode for ages 😆 Jonny's tale about the chemical toilet had me creased up in my car after a horrible day at work. My favourite podcast. Keep up the good work chaps 👍

May 5th
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Alister Grey

370Z still being sold in New Zealand in 2019.

Apr 3rd
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Roger Jones

I have no experience and little money but I am willing to walk to work so I can buy a brakeless mercedes ml race car and a top notch next restraint. Count me in Jonny

Sep 28th
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Andrew HG

I vividly remember watching two British Telecom Commer vans being ragged around my estate when I was a kid in the 70s.

Jun 10th
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Some James Videos

It's a podcast that is just as hilarious as the YouTube content, what's not to like? Now in a non visual, on the go format. It's like an invisible cereal bar to YouTube's bowl of Special K.

Apr 22nd
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