The MF Show
By: Magnaflow
Language: en
Categories: Leisure, Automotive, Business, Careers
Welcome to the MF Show, your pitstop for celebrity interviews, hosted by Richard Waitas and Jerry Zaiden. We'll be talking about hot car topics, the automotive industry, and everywhere it takes us. On The MF Show, Jerry and Richard will bring in some of the greatest people in our industry, from racers like Mario Andretti and Ivan Stewart, to builders and designers like Chip Foose and Jimmy Shine. Follow along and listen in on the untold stories of these industry giants, and the industry as a whole. This is The MF Show brought to you by MagnaFlow.
Episodes
018 - Courtney Hansen
Jan 07, 2026In this episode of The MF Show, Rich Waitas and Jerry Zaiden are joined by Courtney Hansen, television host, automotive enthusiast, author, and longtime advocate for car culture. With a career that spans hosting major automotive television shows, writing, and hands-on involvement in the industry, Courtney brings a perspective that blends media, passion, and real connection to the automotive world.Courtney talks about growing up around cars, her early entry into automotive television, and what it’s been like navigating an industry that has changed dramatically over the years. She shares stories from behind the scenes of major productions, ho...
Duration: 01:00:25017 - Steve Strope
Dec 10, 2025In this episode of The MF Show, Rich Waitas and Jerry Zaiden sit down with Steve Strope, the master builder behind Pure Vision and one of the most respected craftsmen in the world of custom cars. For more than two decades, Steve has set the benchmark for high-end, detail-driven builds that blend design, engineering, and storytelling into one-off machines that stand out everywhere, from SEMA to the pages of major automotive magazines.Steve talks through his early influences, the path that led him to start Pure Vision, and the philosophy behind his approach to building cars: no shortcuts, no...
Duration: 01:18:40016 - Nick Isenhouer
Nov 26, 2025In this episode of The MF Show, Rich Waitas and Jerry Zaiden sit down with Nick Isenhouer, driver, builder, fabricator, drifter, rock crawler, and one half of Isenhouer Brothers Racing. Nick’s story is the modern off-road blueprint: a kid from San Diego who grew up staring at photos of his dad’s desert cars, growing up on the internet learning about prerunners, and building his first F-100 in a small garage with his brother Chris and their dad.Nick walks through the early days of racing 1450, the garage-built trucks that taught them everything, and how those childhood obsessions turn...
Duration: 01:11:56015 - Blake Wilkey
Oct 29, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, Jerry Zaiden and Richard Waitas sit down with Blake Wilkey — off-road racer, fabricator, and cofounder of Shreddy. Known for his high-energy personality and creative approach to off-road culture, Blake has built a reputation for pushing limits both behind the wheel and in the shop.Blake talks about his early days in the San Diego off-road scene, how he got into building Baja Bugs, and the process of creating his well-known Trophy Bug, Jaws. He shares stories from his experiences racing in Baja, the challenges of fabrication and vehicle building, and how he’s tu...
Duration: 01:09:22014 - Larry Chen
Oct 15, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we’re joined by world-renowned automotive photographer and filmmaker Larry Chen. Over the past two decades, Larry has become one of the most recognizable names in car culture, documenting everything from grassroots builds to international motorsport. His work has helped define the visual identity of modern drifting, time attack, and off-road racing. Larry talks about how a lifelong passion for cars turned into a full-time career behind the camera — from shooting local meets and small events to traveling the world with some of the biggest names in the industry. He shares stories from...
Duration: 01:14:29013 - Jarod Deanda
Oct 01, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we’re joined by announcer, host, and all-around car culture ambassador Jarod DeAnda. Known for his unmistakable energy and presence at motorsport and lifestyle events around the world, Jarod has spent the past two decades bringing fans closer to the action. We dive into his journey from a passionate fan in the stands to building a career behind the mic, and how his style helped shape the way audiences experience drifting and other emerging motorsports. Jarod shares stories from the early days of Formula Drift, the growth of the sport into a gl...
Duration: 01:14:55012 - Chris Forsberg
Sep 17, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we dive in with Chris Forsberg — three-time Formula Drift champion, self-taught drift pioneer, and founder of Forsberg Racing. Born in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, Chris helped spark the northeast drift scene before relocating to Southern California. Since 2004 he’s competed in every round of the Formula Drift series, racking up dozens of wins, over fifty podiums, and building a legacy as one of drifting’s most consistent and respected figures.In this episode, he breaks down what it takes to stay at the top: car builds, fab work, tuning, and how mental grit plays as big...
Duration: 01:04:35011 - Matt D'Andria
Sep 03, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we’re joined by automotive personality, producer, and co-host of CarCast—Matt D’Andria. From his early days working in media to building one of the most listened-to car podcasts alongside Adam Carolla, Matt has carved out a unique lane in the automotive world. We talk about his journey into podcasting, memorable guests and stories from CarCast, and his own passion for building and driving fast cars. Matt shares details about his Mustang projects, the challenges of modern media in the car space, and why authentic storytelling still cuts through in a crowde...
Duration: 01:12:44010 - Ryan Sheckler
Aug 20, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we sit down with professional skateboarder, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Ryan Sheckler. Rising to fame as a teen prodigy, Ryan’s life has been lived in the public eye—from winning X Games gold medals to starring in his own MTV reality show. He opens up about his evolution from competition skater to business owner and mentor, and the lessons learned along the way. We dive into stories from his early skate career, the realities of growing up in the spotlight, his passion for off-road trucks and action sports crossovers, and the work he’s...
Duration: 01:16:49009 - Ivan "Ironman" Stewart
Aug 06, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we’re joined by one of the most iconic figures in off-road history, Ivan “Ironman” Stewart. With a legendary career spanning stadiums, deserts, and decades, Ivan shares stories from his journey behind the wheel of some of the most famous off-road machines ever built. From winning the Baja 1000 solo to dominating the Mickey Thompson Stadium Series, Ivan helped define what it means to be a champion in the dirt. We dive into his early years racing buggies, his long-running relationship with Toyota and PPI, and the origin story behind the Ironman nickname. He als...
Duration: 01:07:20008 - Constance Nunes
Jul 23, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we sit down with Constance Nunes—builder, TV personality, and founder of Cars by Constance. Constance shares how growing up in her father’s garage sparked a lifelong passion for wrenching, and how that passion evolved into a full-blown career in the automotive world. We talk about her early days working behind the scenes in LA shops, the vision behind her signature rose gold Mustang build that debuted at SEMA, and how she carved out a space for herself in the industry through hard work and creativity. She also discusses the transition from...
Duration: 00:43:22007 - Casey Currie
Jul 09, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we’re joined by off-road champion, Dakar Rally winner, and third-generation gearhead Casey Currie. From a childhood spent around Currie Enterprises and riding dirt bikes in SoCal, to conquering Dakar with Can-Am and Monster, Casey walks us through his life of nonstop motorsports evolution. We dig into his family legacy, building a career on passion and grit, and the wild story behind his rise from short course to global rally racing. Casey also shares what it takes to build the ultimate “Trophy Jeep,” his love for high-powered hot rods, and how exploring Americ...
Duration: 01:01:42006 - Sean Smith
Jun 25, 2025In this episode of The MF Show, we’re joined by automotive designer and artist Sean Smith. From sweeping floors in his family’s garage to shaping some of the most recognizable custom builds on the road today, Sean shares his journey through the world of hot rods, muscle cars, and beyond. We dive into his time at Art Center, his work with Ringbrothers and SpeedKore, and the stories behind show-stopping builds for clients like Kevin Hart. Sean talks design philosophy, how CAD and composites are changing the game, and the delicate balance between creativity and functionality. We also disc...
Duration: 01:00:19005 - Matt Martelli
Jun 11, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we’re joined by filmmaker, race promoter, and off-road visionary Matt Martelli. As the CEO of Mad Media and the man behind the first Gymkhana’s and The Mint 400, Matt has helped shape modern automotive culture through his unique blend of storytelling, innovation, and pure passion for motorsports. He shares his roots in skateboarding, the origins of the groundbreaking Gymkhana series with Ken Block, and how that viral success lit a fire under the car world. We dive deep into his journey reviving The Mint 400, launching the California 300, and evolving desert racing into...
Duration: 01:22:19004 - Chip Foose
May 29, 2025In this episode of The MF Show, hosts Jerry Zaiden and Richard Waitas sit down with legendary car designer and builder Chip Foose. From his incredible journey traversing the automotive world, sweeping floors at his father’s shop to building show-stopping rides on Overhaulin’, Chip Foose stays true to timeless, classic design over trends, where he balances his work between creative liberty and unmatched craftmanship. We also discuss the exciting future of Foose Performance in collaboration with MagnaFlow and Camburg and what exciting possibilities this collaboration will bring. This is The MF Show, hosted by Jerry Zaiden and Richard Waitas, and...
Duration: 00:53:07003 - Jimmy Shine
May 14, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we sit down with shop-owner and hot-rodder Jimmy Shine. Jimmy has been building hot rods for over 30 years, and has been an automotive enthusiast his entire life. Jimmy shares his personal history in automotive, from his father’s influence, living in SoCal, and his time working under the late great Pete Chapouris. We talk about SoCal as an epicenter for car culture, being home to an incredible amount of enthusiasts and manufacturers, including Camburg and Magnaflow. Jimmy also gives his personal account of his achievements, building his iconic 1934 Ford Pickup, and breaking int...
Duration: 00:54:24002 - Brad Kowitz
Apr 30, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we sit down with Brad Kowitz from TrailRecon. Brad and his son started the TrailRecon YouTube channel back in 2015, as a sort of personal video diary, and had no intention of making content for a viewer base. Regardless of intentions, Brad’s videos soon started to attract views, and Brad had developed a fan base of people who were interested in off-roading. This growing fan base inspired Brad to improve his content, and over the past 10 years, Brad has amassed over 634,000 subscribers on YouTube. Brad sits down with us to talk about hi...
Duration: 00:59:30001 - TJ Hunt
Apr 16, 2025On this episode of The MF Show, we sit down with TJ Hunt, a YouTube heavyweight and JDM and exotic car enthusiast. TJ Hunt was one of the first to start a Youtube channel focused on car content, back in 2014. Now, TJ has a massive online following, and has pulled in hundreds of millions of views on his channel. We talk about TJ’s humble beginnings, making content on his first car, and the progression to the absolutely massive following he has today. TJ gives insight into how he was able to build an income and career out of hi...
Duration: 00:54:59000 - Jerry Zaiden & Richard Waitas
Apr 02, 2025Welcome to The MF Show, your pitstop for celebrity interviews, hosted by Richard Waitas and Jerry Zaiden. We'll be talking about hot car topics, the automotive industry, and everywhere it takes us. To kick off the show, Jerry and Richard sit down to introduce themselves, talk about their origins in the industry, and talk about the future plans of the show. Jerry Zaiden, Co-Founder of Camburg, has an almost radical DIY attitude that has defined his career. Starting out at a window tint and sunroof shop, Jerry always believed in learning as much as he can, and using that...
Duration: 00:23:51