Femcanic Garage Podcast
The podcast that features women in skilled trades, automotive and Motorsports industries-- Elevating, Empowering and Evolving by smashing stereotypes and breaking down barriers for females.
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EP. 91: Nushrat Ahmed—“Have the OVARIES to Say What’s Important and What’s True!”
12/22/2021
EP. 91: Nushrat Ahmed—“Have the OVARIES to Say What’s Important and What’s True!”
Nushrat is a recent high school graduate who was just accepted to the “pit program” at NASCAR Technical Institute in Mooresville, North Carolina. Nushrat’s dream is to become a race car engineer. Her interest in cars started out of curiosity when she enrolled in an automotive class her junior year in high school, but her passion was ignited when she started driving, especially her 2007 Ford Mustang GT she affectionately calls “Mufasa”. Ride along with us for this episode as this courageous young woman shares how she’s paved her own way through cultural and personal challenges directly toward her dreams! Nushrat’s Contact Info: Instagram @nushratah Facebook Nushrat Ah LinkedIn Nushrat Ah TikTok @nushratgt I am excited to connect with you. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240 with your feedback about the podcast. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at https://femcanic.com/ or you can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. And don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast. The Femcanic audience drives the show!
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EP. 90: Trish Horstman—“YOU Are a Part of This Just as Much as the Boys Are!”
12/08/2021
EP. 90: Trish Horstman—“YOU Are a Part of This Just as Much as the Boys Are!”
EP. 90: Trish Horstman—“YOU Are a Part of This Just as Much as the Boys Are!” Trish Horstman is the co-founder of Throttle Gals magazine—a printed publication that features women who build, ride, and work on cars, bikes, trucks and anything else with an engine. Not only is Trish one of the leading bad asses at Throttle Gals, but she is also an artist and a wrencher at heart. Trish has loved cars and bikes since she was a young girl working alongside her father in his shop and she has pursued her love for art throughout her life. Now Trish has learned to combine her passions through her career as a tattoo artist and find art even in cars. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Trish’s Contact Info: Business Website throttlegals.com https://mylittleneedletattoos.com/ Instagram @throttlegals @latricia_star Facebook Throttle Gals Magazine https://www.facebook.com/Latricia.horstman.tattooing/ I am excited to connect with you. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240 with your feedback about the podcast. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! • You can visit our website at https://femcanic.com/ or you can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. And don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast. The Femcanic audience drives the show!
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Ep.89: Ana Kraft— “Turn Frustration into Creativity and Do Something About the Things You Don’t Like!”
11/24/2021
Ep.89: Ana Kraft— “Turn Frustration into Creativity and Do Something About the Things You Don’t Like!”
Episode 89: Ana Kraft— “Turn Frustration into Creativity and Do Something About the Things You Don’t Like!” Ana Kraft is the owner and co-founder of Xena Workwear—a company that designs stylish safety shoes and functional work apparel just for women. Ana envisioned Xena Workwear after years of having to wear clunky men’s safety boots throughout her career in international project engineering. Originally from Kazakhstan and raised in Germany, Ana came travelled across the world to the U.S. and overcame many fears and challenges to pursue her dreams. Join us in this episode to hear how Ana turned frustration into creativity to become a successful entrepreneur! Ana’s Contact Info: Business Website xenaworkwear.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/xena-workwear Instagram https://instagram.com/xenaworkwear YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3kr6xhihYQtXg232_iGivw Facebook https://facebook.com/xenaworkwear Twitter https://twitter.com/xenaworkwear TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@xenaworkwear I am excited to connect with you. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240 with your feedback about the podcast. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at https://femcanic.com/ or you can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. And don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast. The Femcanic audience drives the show!
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EP.88: Mercedes Lilienthal—“A Longing for Change Becomes a Thought, Then It Becomes a Desire, and Then It Becomes a Necessity!”
11/10/2021
EP.88: Mercedes Lilienthal—“A Longing for Change Becomes a Thought, Then It Becomes a Desire, and Then It Becomes a Necessity!”
Mercedes Lilienthal is an Oregon-based freelance photojournalist who contributes to The New York Times and several automotive outlets like Car and Driver, Forbes Wheels, Autoblog, and more. Additionally, she is the Editor-At-Large of TREAD Magazine and Feature Editor of Toyota Cruisers & Trucks. Mercedes focuses her work on the automotive industry with particular interest in vehicular adventure travel and inspiring women within the industry. As a child, Mercedes never even considered that a career in the automotive industry was an option for her, but through adventures with her husband, she discovered her love for it and jumped right into it head first! Join us in this episode as Mercedes shares how she left a 20-year career in architecture and interior design to follow her passions in the automotive world. Mercedes' Contact Info: Business Website www.crankshaftconsulting.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mercedes_lilienthal/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDFwS3JWlmdEWYQl1c6_UAQ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MercedesLilienthal/ Twitter https://twitter.com/writerwithgrit LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercedeslilienthal/ I am excited to connect with you. I'd love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240 with your feedback. The Femcanic audience drives the show! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at https://femcanic.com/ You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. And don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.87: Rebecca Schnell—“Go Big or Go Home!”
10/27/2021
EP.87: Rebecca Schnell—“Go Big or Go Home!”
Rebecca is a professional monster truck driver with Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live. Rebecca doesn’t just drive any monster truck, though, she drives the iconic Big Foot! Rebecca has loved trucks since she was a little girl, but her career as a monster truck driver began after touring and working in the pits with her husband (who’s also a monster truck driver) and realizing this is where her passion truly lies. In 2020, while getting through the pandemic, Rebecca took the plunge and left her established career as a travelling ER nurse to drive monster trucks full-time. Don’t miss this episode--Rebecca’s enthusiasm while sharing her story will have you chasing your dreams as well! Rebecca’s Contact Info: Business Website http://www.bigfoot4x4.com/ Instagram Rebecca.schnell_mtdriver YouTube Rebecca Schnell Facebook The Schnell’s monster truck page TikTok 13rebeccaschnell I am excited to connect with you. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240 with your feedback. The Femcanic audience drives the show! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! • You can visit our website at https://femcanic.com/ • You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. And don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.86: Bethaney Bowman – “Learn as Much as You Can About What You Want to Do. Then Be the Best at It!”
10/07/2021
EP.86: Bethaney Bowman – “Learn as Much as You Can About What You Want to Do. Then Be the Best at It!”
EP86: Bethaney Bowman – “Learn as Much as You Can About What You Want to Do. Then Be the Best at It!” Bethaney is a certified auto technician with over 16 years of experience in the automotive field. Her love for cars began with weekend trips to the race track where her mother and father drag raced and continued through high school and college where she pursued her auto mechanics education. Presently, Bethaney co-owns a mobile repair business with her husband and she has taken her professional knowledge and turned it into gifts for other women both in the community and in the field. Join us in this episode to hear Bethaney’s soul-searching story to find her place in the field. Bethaney’s Contact Info: • Facebook: Gear Jammers Truck and Trailer mobile repair I am excited to connect with you. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240 with your feedback. The Femcanic audience drives the show! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! • You can visit our website at https://femcanic.com/ • You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.85: Angelina Alcantar--“See Your Worth and Make Them Want You!”
09/30/2021
EP.85: Angelina Alcantar--“See Your Worth and Make Them Want You!”
Angelina Alcantar is a seasoned automotive instructor at Riverside City College in California. She brings over 8 years of experience as an auto technician in dealerships, shops, and hot rod/performance shops. Her passion lies in learning as much as possible about the automotive field and then sharing it with her students so they can be successful wherever they choose to be in the industry. Join us in this episode as Angelina shares her wisdom around following your calling, showing your qualifications through your skills, and dealing with sexual harassment at work. You won’t want to miss this one! Angelina's Contact Info: Instagram: @ms.A_theshopteacher YouTube: "Ms. A--The Shop Teacher" I am excited to connect with you. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240 with your feedback. The Femcanic audience drives the show! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.84: Part 2- Dorian Tedder—“Be Who You Truly Are in Your Soul!”
09/14/2021
EP.84: Part 2- Dorian Tedder—“Be Who You Truly Are in Your Soul!”
Dorian is an automotive glass technician based out of New Mexico. Dorian stumbled into the automotive industry while job searching during a time in his life when he just needed a job. Since then, he has grown to love what he does. Recently, as one of the few transgender men at his company, Dorian was chosen to be a part of the first ever Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Council at his job. Like Dorian said, he may not know a lot about cars, but he is an expert at becoming who you truly are in your soul! Join us in this special edition episode as Dorian shares his personal journey as a transgender man transitioning into who he was meant to be. Dorian’'s Contact Info: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dorydude78/?hl=en I am excited to connect with you. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240 with your feedback. The Femcanic audience drives the show! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at https://femcanic.com/ You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.83: Part 1- Dorian Tedder—“Be Who You Truly Are in Your Soul!”
09/04/2021
EP.83: Part 1- Dorian Tedder—“Be Who You Truly Are in Your Soul!”
Dorian is an automotive glass technician based out of New Mexico. Dorian stumbled into the automotive industry while job searching during a time in his life when he just needed a job. Since then, he has grown to love what he does. Recently, as one of the few transgender men at his company, Dorian was chosen to be a part of the first ever Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Council at his job. Like Dorian said, he may not know a lot about cars, but he is an expert at becoming who you truly are in your soul! Join us in this special edition episode as Dorian shares his personal journey as a transgender man transitioning into who he was meant to be.
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EP.82: Pam Jeffords--“DEI: Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable”
08/16/2021
EP.82: Pam Jeffords--“DEI: Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable”
Pam Jeffords is a Senior Partner at Sapient Insights Group where she leads the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practice. She has over 25 years of experience advising companies and organizations on how to break the status quo and drive progress with their diversity, inclusion, and engagement goals. She is also a limited partner for the Jump Fund—an angel fund that invests women’s capital in women-led companies that have the potential for growth. Join us in this enlightening episode where Pam shares her knowledge around practices that are essential in creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. Women, man, or ally--you won’t want to miss this one! Pam's Contact Info: LinkedIn: Instagram: Facebook: I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.81: Lacey Truett—“Fear is Not An Option!”
07/21/2021
EP.81: Lacey Truett—“Fear is Not An Option!”
Lacey Truett is a car and motorcycle SSCA female racer based in Alabama. She’s also a track manager and she coaches racing clinics for women and teens. Lacey is the first female racer in her family, but her drive for independence started with her father who insisted she learn how to drive “stick shift” and learn how to change the oil and tires on her first car. Lacey began working in the trades and automotive industry as a service writer at a car dealer, but then worked up to service manager since she could diagnose issues in vehicles better than most of the technicians who worked there. Later in life, after a life-changing event, Lacey discovered racing—cars AND motorcycles—she hasn’t looked back since then! Join us in this episode to hear how no heart condition, no motorcycle accident, NO FEAR was going to stop her from doing what she loves! Lacey's Contact Info: Facebook: I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.80: Martina Kwan--“Dare to Do Something Scary—It’s NEVER Too Late!”
07/15/2021
EP.80: Martina Kwan--“Dare to Do Something Scary—It’s NEVER Too Late!”
Martina Kwan is the world's only Chinese/German FIA licensed race car driver. After earning two master's degrees, leading a successful career in finance and accounting with major firms in NYC, and starting two highly awarded and recognized businesses, Martina decided to start a career in racing! The only thing more impressive than her long list of accolades is the fact that she decided to do this at the age of 50. Join us in this episode to learn how Martina thrived beyond her childhood trauma and said "yes" to the life she was meant to live! Martina's Contact Info: INSTAGRAM: @martinakwan YOUTUBE: Martina Kwan FACEBOOK: LINKEDIN: TIKTOK: @martinakwan I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I'd love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.79: BRI LYNCH--“Your Disadvantage is Your Superpower--Capitalize on it!”
07/02/2021
EP.79: BRI LYNCH--“Your Disadvantage is Your Superpower--Capitalize on it!”
Brionna Lynch is a total Femcanic badass! Not only is she a professional stunt driver, she is also a self-taught mechanic, AND a savvy business woman. At only 24 years old, she is known as the best African American female stunt driver in Hollywood. She has over 50 films and TV credits for stunt driving including the TV shows Preacher and Blue Bloods and the movies Black Panther, Fate of the Furious: In the Family, and Proud Mary. When she’s not stunt driving for Hollywood, she is drift racing and/or fixing her favorite drift cars. Her top stunts include “the cannon” and “the sidewinder”--if you want to know what those are, you’ll have to listen to this episode! Bri's Contact Info: Youtube: Instagram: @Helmethairr Twitter: Twitter.com/helmethairr I am excited to connect with you. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240 with your feedback. The Femcanic audience drives the show! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.78: The Women of CARSTAR and Maaco-- Everyday Heroes
06/23/2021
EP.78: The Women of CARSTAR and Maaco-- Everyday Heroes
On International Women's Day, Driven Brands featured five amazing women from their CARSTAR and Maaco franchises. Jayme had the opportunity to learn more about CARSTAR and Maaco’s high-quality collision repairs and excellent customer service from the stories shared by these amazing everyday heroes. Working as technicians, painters, detailers, estimators, customer service representatives and store managers, they are on the front lines every day helping customers manage their collision repair experience. From fulfilling a family legacy by joining the collision repair industry, providing a friendly face for female customers, providing excellent customer service or finding a career building the business, the women of Driven Brands are role models for anyone looking to succeed in the vehicle service business. The five women featured in this episode include: CARSTAR Crystin Bulai Cynthia Vilez Joanne Moisan Maaco Ivette Delgado Kim Nigara Join us on this episode as we tackle their journey in this industry and how they have met their challenges head on. CarStar & Maaco Contact Info: CarStar: Maaco: I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP. 77: Tammy Tecklenburg--“You Have the Power…Use It!”
04/19/2021
EP. 77: Tammy Tecklenburg--“You Have the Power…Use It!”
Tammy Tecklenburg is an established leader, mentor, and visionary in the automotive field. For over 25 years she has been on the front end of launching three companies and taking a major part in eight mergers and acquisition transactions for industry leaders, such as Honeywell, Armored AutoGroup, Spectrum Brands, and Energizer Holdings. As if that wasn't enough, Tammy has spent most of her career being a trailblazer for other women in the field. She has served as President of Women in Auto Care, she is an active board member of the Women in Automotive and Auto Care Board of Directors. Tammy's focus and passion lies on forging a path forward for women in automotive through empowerment, mentorship, and connection. Join us in this episode as Tammy, for the first time, shares her courageous story about challenges in her career in this exclusive interview! Tammy's Contact Info: LinkedIn: I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I'd love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website atYou can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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Ep. 76: Adrienne Cruser--“Don’t Just Work It—LIVE IT!”
03/26/2021
Ep. 76: Adrienne Cruser--“Don’t Just Work It—LIVE IT!”
Adrienne Cruser is the owner of the Breeze RV, founder of RVIT (an organization focused on RV education), and a licensed RV Technician and Inspector. This “jill-of-all-trades” has dabbled in a little bit of everything in various male-dominated industries! Wherever Adrienne was, she dominated her craft, but frustration with the realities of a job led her to a whole new adventure. Check out this episode to hear Adrienne share about how she got through the “terror of the unknown” and landed in the world of RV’s! Adrienne's Contact Info: Website: https://thebreezerv.com/ Instagram: @thebreezerv @rvitradeswomen I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.75: Cheyenne Ruether (and Violet)--“Decide What You Want, then Blaze Your Way Through It!”
03/08/2021
EP.75: Cheyenne Ruether (and Violet)--“Decide What You Want, then Blaze Your Way Through It!”
Cheyenne is an auto body technician who owns and runs her own shop in Las Vegas, Nevada. This badass has created her career path EVERY-STEP-OF-THE-WAY starting at age 15 with auto body work while tearing up the runway as a model, then moving on to representing the trades on TV, and now to running her own shop. During the COVID mayhem this past year, Cheyenne took advantage of the circumstances and took her 7-year-old daughter, Violet, to the shop to teach her a few tricks of the trade. You won’t want to miss this episode! Cheyenne shares her experience with juggling motherhood while following her passions and offers guidance on how to navigate TV opportunities, how to be a successful boss in a male-dominated field, and how to embrace your femininity while working in the trades. Cheyenne's Contact Info: Website: Instagram: @Rat.Bratz & @CheyenneRuetherOfficial Facebook: Cheyenne Ruether & C.R Media & Auto YouTube: Twitter: LinkedIn: I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.74--Nikki Dart: “Don’t Let Anyone Dim Your Light!”
02/25/2021
EP.74--Nikki Dart: “Don’t Let Anyone Dim Your Light!”
Nikki is a mechanic and big rig driver based in Montreal, Canada. Being the only woman in both her automotive mechanics and truck driving class, Nikki has learned how to overcome and adapt to challenges in a male-dominated world. Nikki’s pride and joy is her 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger, known also as “Daisy”, which was featured in a special edition Rock Auto magnet. In this episode, Nikki takes us for a ride talking about her work on Daisy and about how she pulled herself out of her largest life challenge--a back injury. Buckle up Femcanics! Nikki's Contact Info: Instagram: @nikkidart Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NikkiDart70 I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.73--Kate Cook: “Do It in Fear!”
02/04/2021
EP.73--Kate Cook: “Do It in Fear!”
Kate is a professional artist, illustrator, and pinstriper based in Central Texas. Kate’s link to the industry stems from her focus on vintage pinups, hot rods, and war airplane “nose art”. Inspired by early family experiences, Kate began her artistic career as a teenager when she was hired to illustrate a children’s story book. In college, Kate entered her work into an art show, which became her first commissioned job. Today Kate owns Asphalt Canvas Custom Art where she continues creating artwork inspired by her customer’s ideas. Join us in this episode as this visionary artist talks about restoring her first car—a 1966 Jeepster Commando—and how through her journey, she has never let her failures hold her back. Buckle up Femcanics! Kate's Contact Info: Instagram: @asphaltcanvascustoms Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/V8Kate Website: I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.72: Joanie Butler—"Curiosity and Grit Will Go a Long Way”
01/23/2021
EP.72: Joanie Butler—"Curiosity and Grit Will Go a Long Way”
Joanie Butler is a Distributor Sales Manager at Arc Zone, Inc.—a top welding supply company in California. She has been with the company for 9 years, but her journey in the skilled trades industry didn’t start there. This small-town girl from northern California started dabbling in the trades as a teenager while 4-wheeling and off roading “with the guys”. Her free spirit and curiosity about how things work continued leading her to a world of adventure and exploration beginning with amateur surfing in the early 90’s. Seeking “more” Joanie taught herself how to weld, got certified as a small engines mechanic, became a top sales person and fabricator for a company that made catalytic converters, and then got recruited by Arc Zone where she is today. Join us on this episode as we pull back the curtain and explore Joanie’s adventurous journey! Joanie's Contact Info: Business Website: arc-zone.com Business Email: Instagram: @joaniebutler, @thecarmenelectrode , @arc_zone Audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. I am excited to connect with you! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @femcanicgarage; Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage **Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and RATE the Femcanic Garage Podcast**
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Ep.71: Madison Alexander— “You Have To Respect Yourself!”
01/12/2021
Ep.71: Madison Alexander— “You Have To Respect Yourself!”
Madison is an experienced car painter who owns her own shop in Nashville, Tennessee. Her passion for cars started as a child while she watched her father and grandfather paint and work on cars “under a shaded tree”. Madison also raced cars as a preteen and then pursued her passion further in high school by enrolling in automotive tech classes. Supported by her teacher and her family, Madison joined several national competitions and became the first female to win the SkillsUSA Automotive and Refinish Technology Division in the state of Tennessee. As her work experience grew, so did her accomplishments—in 2018, Madison’s work on a ’36 Pontiac landed her a place in the Great 8 category at the Detroit Autorama. She also painted the Chevy Montage for the All Females Build displayed at SEMA in 2019. Don’t miss this episode so you can hear all about Madison’s journey and how she kept an open mind and “soaked everything up like a sponge” so she could follow her passion! Madison's Contact Info: Facebook: @RivetingRides Instagram: @RivetingRides Audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. I am excited to connect with you! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @femcanicgarage; Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage **Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and RATE the Femcanic Garage Podcast**
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EP.70—Heather Holler: “…Never Sacrifice Your Femininity to Be a Badass!”
12/22/2020
EP.70—Heather Holler: “…Never Sacrifice Your Femininity to Be a Badass!”
Heather Holler is a freelance rally cross technician. After discovering her love for mechanical work in her early 20’s and attending tech school, she worked for a few local Subaru dealerships, but that wasn’t enough for her—she wanted more! She decided to apply at Vermont Sportscar for a rally cross mechanic position; with some persistence and a 3000-mile move to Vermont, she became the first female mechanic for the team. Shortly after, Heather decided to go freelance and started working with DirtFish Rally School where she has worked for the last 3 seasons. Always wanting to kick it up a notch and with a nudge from COVID, Heather and her husband decided to move to North Carolina where Heather will be returning to school to earn a degree in mechanical engineering with a focus on motorsports. Don’t miss this motivational story on this week’s episode! Heather's Contact Info: Website: hollercustoms.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heather.hershkowitz.1/ Instagram: @miss_shift LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/heather-holler-299a791a9 Audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. I am excited to connect with you! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @femcanicgarage; Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage **Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and RATE the Femcanic Garage Podcast**
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EP69. Kristen Hope Migues—“If You Want Something, Work Hard and GIVE to Get It”
12/11/2020
EP69. Kristen Hope Migues—“If You Want Something, Work Hard and GIVE to Get It”
Kristen Hope Migues is a Monster Truck Driver. She’s driven under five different truck identities including Monster Mutt Dalmatian, Razin Kane, Megalodon, Ice Cream Man, and Wolf's Head. Her love for cars, trucks, and racing began when she was a little girl helping her dad work on cars. As she and her family attended Monster Jam racing tours throughout the years, Kristen’s passion grew stronger and at age 16, she decided she was going to be a driver. Kristen has had several successful years with Monster Jam, but with a nudge from the COVID pandemic, she and her husband jumped on the opportunity of realizing another one of her dreams. Join us on this episode as Kristen shares how she made her dreams come true through hard work, perseverance, and dedication. Kristen's Contact Info: Facebook: Mig's Automotive and Kristen Hope Instagram: migsautomotive and kristenhope98 Audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. I am excited to connect with you! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @femcanicgarage; Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage **Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and RATE the Femcanic Garage Podcast**
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EP.68: Renee Brinkerhoff, the Valkyrie Racer—“A Brave, Courageous Woman with a Compassionate Heart!”
11/29/2020
EP.68: Renee Brinkerhoff, the Valkyrie Racer—“A Brave, Courageous Woman with a Compassionate Heart!”
Renee is a rally race driver, but not just any rally race driver--with no prior racing experience, no family background in racing, and barely any knowledge of cars, Renee started rally racing at age 56. Why? Because she wanted to! It was on her bucket list and she just knew she had to do it. Renee has been rally racing for 8 years now. She’s competed in almost all continents of the world including North America, Australia, South America, Asia & Europe, and Africa. Antarctica, the only continent left, is just a matter of time! As if racing around the world wasn’t enough, Renee founded her own racing company, Valkyrie Racing, which has led to a non-profit organization focused on ending child sex trafficking in at-risk women and children around the world. Valkyrie Gives contributes 100% of their gifts to carefully selected projects that positively impact the lives of women and children at risk of sexual trafficking. If you’ve ever said, “I’m too old for….”, this is the episode for you! Renee's Contact Info: Instagram: @valkyrie_racing Facebook: @valkyrieracing Website: Donations to Valkyrie Gives: Audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. I am excited to connect with you! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @femcanicgarage; Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage **Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and RATE the Femcanic Garage Podcast**
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EP. 67-Molly Gursky—“I Do Not Want to Be a Quiet Voice in the Room!”
11/18/2020
EP. 67-Molly Gursky—“I Do Not Want to Be a Quiet Voice in the Room!”
Molly Gursky is in the driver seat today. She is the co-owner of Driven Restorations LLC, a classic car and truck restoration shop. Every vehicle they build is meant to be driven. Molly always had an interest in cars growing up, taking auto shop twice in high school and getting Chilton auto repair manuals out of the library for light weekend reading. After high school, she attended UW River Falls receiving her BS in Animal Science. Helping her husband, Steve build his business on nights and weekends, she spent 9 years as a Dairy Nutritionist and Sales Team Leader. Then in 2013, she left the corporate world to work full time in the shop at Driven Restorations. Since then, she has refined her refinishing talents working on 2 nationwide all women's builds. The 1969 AMC AMX Valkyrie Build, alongside Joann Bortles in 2014, and the 1957 Chevy Montage Custom Truck project with Bogi Lateiner of All Girls Garage in 2017. In the shop Molly specializes in metal repair, welding and body refinishing also acting as the shop Business Manager. Sit back and enjoy the ride. Molly's Contact Info: Instagram:@drivenrestorations Facebook: YourTube: Twitter: @DrivenResto Website: Femcanic fans I’m excited to connect with you! I’d love to hear from you. Text me at (614) 636-2240. Your feedback drives the show. What is the Femcanic Garage community? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage podcast!
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EP.66: Amy Bogner—Being a Single Mother in Our Industry
11/12/2020
EP.66: Amy Bogner—Being a Single Mother in Our Industry
Amy Bogner is in the driver seat. She is a single mother and refinish technician veteran. She was invited to an all female build that was featured at SEMA and she has taught BOCES auto body classes to high school age kids. Sit back and enjoy the ride. Amy's Contact Info: Instagram: @ I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 953-6380. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.65: Megan Meyer—Stepping Out of the Driver Seat & Into Life After Racing
11/05/2020
EP.65: Megan Meyer—Stepping Out of the Driver Seat & Into Life After Racing
Megan Meyer is in the driver seat. Megan is a NHRA Top Alcohol Drag Race driver. Megan holds the record for the fastest Pro-Sportsman female in 1/4 mile: 5.11 seconds at 285 MPH, and is the Winningest Pro-Sportsman female driver in the NHRA. At the end of the 2019 season, Megan became the first women in the history of the NHRA Top Alcohol Dragster class to win the World Championship. Not only is she a record-breaking driver, she is a graphic designer and entrepreneur. Megan's Contact Info: Instagram: @meganmeyer.racing Facebook: https://meganmeyer.racing/ I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 636-2240. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.64: Toni Avery--“I Can’t See Myself Doing Anything Else!”
10/28/2020
EP.64: Toni Avery--“I Can’t See Myself Doing Anything Else!”
Toni Avery is in the driver seat. She is the owner of girlsdrivefasttoo.com, which covers new and vintage car reviews, racing schools, track days and other industry events. She has reviewed nearly 70 press cars to date, is a high performance and teen safety driving instructor and has spent her entire career on race tracks in everything from Miatas to open-wheel formula cars. Tune in, sit back and enjoy the ride! Toni's Contact Info: Instagram: @girlsdrivefasttoo Facebook: YourTube: ? LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/in/toni-avery-b8442a29/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/GirlsDriveFast2 I am excited to connect with you! The Femcanic audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 953-6380. What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP.63: Elana Scherr--“The Secret to Success: Stay in it, assess, adjust your approach!”
10/10/2020
EP.63: Elana Scherr--“The Secret to Success: Stay in it, assess, adjust your approach!”
Elana Scherr is an automotive journalist with an expansive career! She was a staff editor at Hot Rod Magazine and the former editor in chief at Roadkill Magazine. Currently, she is a columnist at Car and Driver, she does new car reviews for Edmunds, and writes features and short stories for Sports Car Market, Road & Track, and other automotive online publications. Join us in this episode for an insightful talk about the importance of diversity in any field (not just automotive); the subtle ways women are treated differently in the workplace; and what it means to be a “car person”. Oh--and let’s not forget her impressive car collection! Audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 953-6380. I am excited to connect with you! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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EP. 62-Theresa Contreras—“Girls Can Totally Do This Shit!”
09/18/2020
EP. 62-Theresa Contreras—“Girls Can Totally Do This Shit!”
Theresa Contreras is a machinist, graphic designer, and renowned custom painter. Her work has been repeatedly displayed on the cover of top industry magazines and in multiple SEMA shows throughout the years. She has worked alongside top names in the industry like Chip Foose and Jimmy Shine and completed builds for Jay Leno and Ford Motor Company. As if that wasn’t enough, Theresa is also the co-founder of Real Deal Revolution—an organization that strives to motivate others in a way that breeds self-confidence and breaks stereotypes through healthy decision-making, hands-on training, creative development, and community involvement. Join us on this episode as this self-taught painter takes us through her journey and talks to us about her dreams, her deepest friendships, nature, and even COVID! Theresa's Contact Info: Instagram: @designmuse @lge_ctsmotorsports @bajaforged @realdealrevolution Facebook: facebook.com/lgectsmotorsports YourTube: lge-ctsmotorsports LinkedIn: Audience feedback drives the show. I’d love for you to text me at (614) 953-6380. I am excited to connect with you! What is the Femcanic Garage community all about? Go check us out! You can visit our website at You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pintrest and Tik Tok by searching for Femcanic Garage. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the Femcanic Garage Podcast.
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