

124 - The Past Times with The Smoking Tire
May 9, 2025
Automotive journalist Matt Farah and writer-comedian Zach Klapman from The Smoking Tire dive into humor and anecdotes. They recount a wild night at Benihana, share quirky reflections on gender and finances, and hilariously critique absurd advertising. The conversation shifts to political absurdities tied to the Cybertruck and quirky discussions about small-town pride. They also touch on whimsical historical job applications and the strange tales of kangaroo hunting, blending auto talk with laughter and light-hearted banter.
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Benihana Memories at Matt's House
- Matt Farah and Gareth Reynolds shared an amusing experience making Benihana at Matt's house.
- The event was surprisingly fun and delicious, showing the joy in simple yet unique gatherings.
Podcasting Milestone and Surprise
- Matt Farah reflects on 13 years of podcasting and reaching their 1000th episode with many special guests.
- Jay Leno's casual surprise visit highlights the unique camaraderie in podcasting circles.
Matt's Elaborate Catio Setup
- Matt Farah has an elaborate "catio" with tunnels all around his house for his cats.
- The setup is so advanced it earned admiration and playfully raised the cat care standards.