OSUSC Podcast #219: From SEMA to the Summit: Closing Out the 2025 Optima Series
Release Date: 11/14/2025
K&F Show #346: Christmas Lights from Space, MCACN, and the Car Movie Review: Tommy Boy 30th Anniversary Special!
The Kibbe and Friends Show
This week on The Kibbe and Friends Show, we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of what we proudly call the greatest car movie ever made — Tommy Boy. With the release of the new 4K edition and the incredible restoration of an original movie car by director Peter Segal (now appearing at MCACN 2025), we knew it was time to bring this one back in a big way. The guys dig into fresh stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and long-lost trivia before re-running their original Tommy Boy review from Episode 126. From Bernie’s legendary news and weather segments to Corndog’s next-level Mopar knowledge,...
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OSUSC Podcast #219: From SEMA to the Summit: Closing Out the 2025 Optima Series
The Kibbe and Friends Show
The latest Optima Ultimate Street Car Podcast closes out the 2025 season with a high-energy recap of SEMA week, the new event schedule, and the behind-the-scenes hustle that defines OUSCI. Rob Kibbe and Hollywood Jimmy Day share how hosting the road course and autocross before SEMA completely transformed the experience, giving competitors and organizers a stress-free show week for the first time in years. The episode is full of real-life moments—from Jimmy returning home to an avalanche of phone calls before he even left the airport, to Rob juggling delayed flights while getting his son to...
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TMCP #627: SEMA 2025 Show Spectacular #1 - Steve and Kenly with RetroSound Radio, - Dave Kass with QA1/Speedtech/Detroit Speed, Todd Andrews new '67 GT500's with Superformance/High Tech Legends, Jason and Matt with Coker Group / Coker Tires!
The Kibbe and Friends Show
SEMA 2025 delivered big moments, bigger stories, and some truly unforgettable conversations—and in this episode, we’re bringing you the first wave of highlights straight from the show floor. Rob and the TMCP team hit Vegas wide open, reconnecting with industry friends and discovering new innovators pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the automotive world. From modern tech hidden inside classic radio faces to the future of suspension engineering, to a brand-new ’67 Shelby GT500 built entirely from fresh parts, the range of insights and creativity on display this year was off...
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K&F Show #345: SEMA 2025, Road Coarse Racing, and Matthew McConaughey // Car Movie Review - 40th Anniversary of Back to the Future!
The Kibbe and Friends Show
As of this episode’s release (Wednesday, November 12), the annual Marine Corps Toys for Tots Patreon fundraiser is officially on! Our goal is to raise $3,000 by December 5th—and explain how Patreon plays a direct role in that push. Every bump in support above and beyond the normal operating cost of the show goes straight to the U.S. Marine Corps for kids who wouldn’t have much under the tree otherwise! Thank you SO MUCH to those of you who have joined in for the extra content that is only for Patreon supporters. To get in on the action and support the show with a minor financial...
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TMCP #626: Ask Rick – Preview for the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals 2025, “The Pebble Beach of Muscle Car Shows”
The Kibbe and Friends Show
It’s one of the biggest months of the year — SEMA, MCACN, and Thanksgiving! In this episode, Rick Schmidt joins Rob to tackle the real questions everyone’s asking: turkey, beef, or ham? Cranberries from the can? And of course, what makes MCACN (the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals) such a world-class event. Rick gives us an inside look at his 13-mile 1964 Ford Galaxie XL, shares why authenticity matters more than perfection, and explains why this show has earned its nickname: “The Pebble Beach of Muscle Cars.” From Thanksgiving table debates to restoration realities, Rick dives...
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K&F Show #344: Dukes of Hazzard “Route 711” Re-Review from SEMA
The Kibbe and Friends Show
The crew heads to Las Vegas for SEMA 2025, bringing with them plenty of laughs, chaos, and one classic Dukes of Hazzard re-review: Season 1, Episode 12, “Route 711.” With Rob and Bernie on the ground (and Corndog holding down the home front), the team dives into the gambling-themed episode that mirrors their Vegas backdrop—complete with Bo and Luke unknowingly hauling a rolling casino, Uncle Jesse turning card-shark, and Cooter pulling strings behind the scenes. The guys also reveal some big updates for Kibbe and Friends: live Patreon broadcasts moving to a new platform, new YouTube...
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TMCP #625: Dan Kahn - A Crashers Guide to SEMA 2025! What To Know If This Is Your First Time At The Big Show!
The Kibbe and Friends Show
This week on The MuscleCar Place, Rob Kibbe welcomes Dan Kahn, president and CEO of Kahn Media, for an insider’s masterclass on how to get the absolute most out of SEMA 2025. Dan’s deep roots in the automotive world—spanning journalism, car building, agency leadership, and service within SEMA itself—give him a uniquely panoramic view of the industry. As the author of The New Rules of the Road, he’s built his career around helping brands and creators tell authentic stories that connect passion with professionalism. In this episode, Dan shares proven strategies for creators, builders,...
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OSUSC Podcast #218: 2025 Preview of OPTIMA Ultimate Street Car Invitational, LAS VEGAS BABY!!!
The Kibbe and Friends Show
OPTIMA Ultimate Street Car Invitational Spring Mountain Motor Resort & Las Vegas Convention Center It’s the OUSCI 2025 Preview Show—your fast, funny, and actually useful guide to championship week! Rob and Hollywood Jimi break down the flipped format this year: autocross/road course/road rally happen the weekend before SEMA at Spring Mountain, then everyone rolls into the Show for D&E and Peak Performance. Expect ~92 cars across classes, color-coded run groups (Red/Yellow/Blue/Orange), and lots of inside tips on how to survive Vegas, schedules, and snack choices. You’ll also...
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TMCP #624: Blaine Burnett - Ridetech MOMENTUM Series Complete Chassis For Your Pro-Touring G Machine
The Kibbe and Friends Show
If you’ve ever dreamed of giving your classic A-body the precision handling of a modern performance car—this week’s MuscleCar Place episode is for you. Rob sits down with Blane Burnett of RideTech to dive into the all-new MOMENTUM Series Chassis, a complete foundation engineered for 1964–1972 GM A-bodies like the Chevelle, Tempest, Cutlass, and Skylark. Built on RideTech’s legacy of innovation—now strengthened through its partnership with Fox Factory Holding Corp—the MOMENTUM Series delivers modern geometry, rigidity, and customization in a true plug-and-play solution. Even...
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K&F Show #343: Bernie’s Birthday, a Lost John Candy Flick, and… a General Lee Giveaway (Maybe)?
The Kibbe and Friends Show
The Kibbe and Friends Show returns with Episode 343 — and this one’s full of laughs, nostalgia, and big ideas. Rob, Corndog, and birthday boy Bernie celebrate his 65th with a mix of humor and heartfelt chaos while rediscovering Speed Zone — the almost-forgotten “Cannonball Run III” starring John Candy. Between movie trivia and behind-the-scenes banter, the crew keeps the laughs rolling as only they can. Meanwhile, Rob gears up for Dallas Kibbe’s first Las Vegas race weekend, with the No. 13 car back on track at The Bullring before heading into the Asphalt Nationals. It’s a huge...
info_outlineThe latest Optima Ultimate Street Car Podcast closes out the 2025 season with a high-energy recap of SEMA week, the new event schedule, and the behind-the-scenes hustle that defines OUSCI. Rob Kibbe and Hollywood Jimmy Day share how hosting the road course and autocross before SEMA completely transformed the experience, giving competitors and organizers a stress-free show week for the first time in years. The episode is full of real-life moments—from Jimmy returning home to an avalanche of phone calls before he even left the airport, to Rob juggling delayed flights while getting his son to his first-ever road course event. It’s a candid look at the people behind the microphones and the passion that keeps this series running.
The heart of the show celebrates the competitors, the stories behind their builds, and the spirit that makes Ultimate Street Car more than just a points race. Rob and Jimmy spotlight the journeys, the breakthroughs, the veterans finally sealing the deal after a decade, and the newcomers making big statements in unexpected platforms. They also squash the annual rumor mill, confirming that USCA is absolutely returning in 2026 with new partners, venue changes, and a full seven-event schedule to be announced at PRI. The episode wraps with gratitude, humor, and excitement for what’s next — the perfect season finale and a strong lead-in to the future of the series.