The Iron and Steele podcast

A podcast dedicated to celebrating America’s long history with hot rod and custom cars.

T for Texas & A for Model A

Henry Beecher’s story of building his very first hot rod! Original story on ironandsteele.com

03-12
37:05

Eagle Field Dirt

A great story from Justin Gold about Eagle Field, a magical place for nostalgia drag racing fans! Original story on ironandsteele.com

02-27
41:26

“A” Drive Through Utah

A great story sent in by Chris Kiernan about a hot rod road trip through Utah. Original story on ironandsteele.com

02-06
48:41

Amelia Island Concours

Another great story from Gram Spina about an unforgettable trip to the upper crust, with a hot rod twist. Original story at IRONANDSTEELE.COM

01-23
49:00

The Smell Of A Classic

Story submitted by Danny Fedon- a reminder that something as simple as a smell can trigger a cherished hot rod memory.

01-09
39:10

Picking In The Neighborhood

A friendly reminder that you never know what your neighbors might have hiding in their barn!

12-19
28:38

THE BIAS PLY DRAGS!

A little intro to what will hopefully be an annual hot rod event, The Bias Ply Drags in Perris, California.

12-05
37:44

Bill-Kinda Gruff

A story about an old drag racer, a missed opportunity and a life well-lived. Original story with dozens of photos on ironandsteele.com

11-14
45:35

The Night The Lights Went Out In Kanab

An AWESOME story about a quirky night in a little town in Nowhere-Utah. Written by Ben Radatz. Original article on ironandsteele.com

10-31
33:51

All Q&A

This week we catch up on some of the Q&A questions/topics that I haven’t had a chance to get to. There’s some good ones!

10-24
31:04

Mom’s ‘Vette

A fantastic story sent through by Jim Krom about his late mother’s Corvette-and her success at the racetrack! Original story on ironandsteele.com

10-10
36:11

The Pony In Pendleton

Another great story written by Dale Matthews from his book, “Every Deal’s Different.” In this one, the only thing between him and a 5k original mile ‘67 Mustang is a tiny little grey poodle….

10-03
45:27

The Road Trip

A story sent in by listener Ryan Gilmore about an epic 5200 mile road trip chock-full of hot rod parts-pickin’ along the way. Original story and photos on ironandsteele.com

09-12
26:56

Always The Money

No matter what anyone tells you, it’s always at least a *little* bit about the money when it comes to old cars.

08-29
38:13

Will It Float / Sleeping Beauty

Two GREAT stories from Dale Matthews, a lifetime classic car dealer and fantastic story teller.

08-22
01:05:21

Two’fer: “Hot Rod Crazy” and “Sacrifice”

A couple of great stories sent in by Gram Spina and Brian Nunez, both offering a little insight into the many elements that make up our hot rod hobby.

08-15
42:17

Minnie The Moocher!

A quirky story sent in by Niamh Smith about her adventures in an unusual little car with an equally unusual name!

08-01
40:56

Do You Want This Hobby To Live?

Just a rant. Love old cars? Don’t be a dick!

07-25
38:31

A Blast At Bonneville

Another GREAT listener story sent in by Brian Schaub! In this episode Brian takes us along on a hell-ride of a journey from Phoenix to Bonneville and back in 110 degree heat in an open-top roadster!

07-18
36:00

The Car To Die For - A Dale Matthews story.

Another great story from Dale Matthews’ book, “Every Deal’s Different.” This is the tale of a dusty old Lincoln and it’s ties to a 1930’s murder mystery.

07-11
49:54

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