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DubLife Diaries The VW Lifestyle Podcast

DubLife Diaries – Where Volkswagen Stories and Culture Come AliveWelcome to DubLife Diaries – the ultimate VW lifestyle podcast for enthusiasts and anyone who loves a great story on the open road! We dive deep into the heart of VW culture—celebrating the passion, creativity, and community that make these iconic cars more than just machines.From vintage Beetles and Westfalias to Karmann Ghias and Things, every episode highlights the people behind the wheel—the dreamers, builders, photographers, and

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100:46

Shawn Stapp 34 Years of VWs, Generosity & Keeping the...

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2026/09/19

What happens when a lifelong Volkswagen enthusiast believes the cars are great, but the people behind them are what truly matter?In Episode 82 of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with Shawn Stapp, a Volkswagen enthusiast with 34 years in the air-cooled VW community, an incredible collection of classic Volkswagens, and a passion for giving back that goes far beyond the garage.Shawn shares his journey from a troubled youth and his first 1971 Volkswagen Beetle to building a life centered around family,

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127:49

Eliot Vancil | Rare Volkswagens, Historic Cars & the...

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2026/09/12

On Episode 81 of the DubLife Diaries Podcast, we sit down with Volkswagen collector, entrepreneur, and lifelong VW enthusiast Eliot Vancil.Eliot has spent years building an incredible collection of rare and historically significant Volkswagens, but this conversation goes far beyond the cars. We dive into the adventures, friendships, and unbelievable stories behind finding some of the most unique VWs in the hobby.From traveling to the Czech Republic to purchase a rare Fridolin Volkswagen, to chasing

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96:17

Uno Mas, Family Legacy & the Cars That Find Us - Spud...

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2026/09/05

In Episode 80 of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with Spud Hughes for a deeply personal conversation about Volkswagens, family, loss, rebuilding, and the lifelong memories that make these cars so much more than metal and machines.Spud’s connection to the Volkswagen world started as a kid, riding off-road with his father and learning the skills that would eventually shape his career and his life. His father—known as “Uno Mas”—was always working on one moreproject, and that name would eventually become

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85:05

From Skate Parks to Dubsplash: Mark Laue’s Journey...

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2026/08/29

In this episode 79 of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with Mark Laue, one of the founders of Dubsplash, to talk about Volkswagens, skateboarding, business, community, and what it really takes to build a successful car show.Mark takes us back to his early days growing up in Southern California, discovering Volkswagens as a teenager, and balancing his love of cars with skateboarding and hockey. His passion for skateboarding eventually led him into the skate park business, where he helped build and

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87:49

The Beetle, the Song & the Journey Aiden Fleischman Ep78

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2026/08/22

What happens when a song about a Volkswagen Beetle wins an international songwriting competition—and eventually leads you to the exact car you wrote about?In Episode 78 of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with 18-year-old Volkswagen enthusiast Aiden Fleischman to hear the incredible story behind his 1972 Super Beetle, Maggie.Aiden takes us from falling in love with a Beetle he couldn't afford, to writing a song about it, winning an international competition, and eventually finding and purchasing

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99:13

Living the VW Life on the Road in a 1962 Panel Bus...

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2026/08/15

What happens when you trade the 9-to-5 grind for life on the road in a 1962 Volkswagen panel bus?In Episode 77 of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with Vanessa Cassada, a longtime Volkswagen enthusiast, pinstriper, hand painter, and full-time traveler who has spent more than a year exploring the country in her vintage VW bus with her husband, Adam.Vanessa takes us back to where her Volkswagen journey began at just 16 years old with her first air-cooled Beetle, and how that early love for Volkswagens

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66:52

JBug-Jason Wharton-200+ Volkswagens, Art & a Lifetime...

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2026/08/08

What happens when a $300 Volkswagen Beetle at 18 years old turns into a lifelong obsession?Meet Jason Wharton — better known as JBug — a Volkswagen enthusiast, collector, artist, BMX racer, land surveyor, club founder, husband-to-be, and one of the longtime personalities helping shape the VW community.In Episode 76 of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with JBug to hear the story behind nearly three decades of Volkswagen obsession. From his first 1969 Beetle in 1995 to owning more than 200 Volkswagens,

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79:53

The Glacier Blue Beetle That Refused to Die | Tony...

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2026/08/01

Some classic Volkswagens have history. Others have legends.In Episode 75 of Dub Life Diaries, Joe Person sits down with Tony Hall to tell the unbelievable story of his 1958 Glacier Blue Volkswagen Beetle—a project that became a years-long rollercoaster of missing paperwork, title nightmares, restoration scams, legal battles, and ultimately redemption.What started as a seemingly simple $1,800 eBay purchase quickly turned into one of the wildest restoration stories you'll ever hear. The Beetle

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89:20

Buddy Demers & Baby Got Sauce – A 64 -Notchback with...

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2026/07/25

In Episode 74 of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with Buddy Demers, a lifelong Volkswagen enthusiast whose passion for air-cooled VWs began in the Pacific Northwest and continues today with one of the most recognizable Type 3 Notchbacks around—his 1964 Notchback affectionately known as "Baby Got Sauce."Buddy takes us on a journey through the Volkswagen scene of the 1990s in Salem, Oregon, where friendships with legends like Ed Edwards of Northwest Metal Works helped shape his love for

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112:11

Building an Empire with Silver Lining Restorations,...

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2026/07/18

What does it take to build one of the most respected names in the air-cooled Volkswagen restoration world?In this episode of DubLife Diaries, I sit down with Morrie Hozen of Silver Lining Auto Restoration along with his nephews Moisei Prohoroff and Phil Prohoroff, the team behind West Coast Classic Interiors and Loose Nut Safaris. Together, they're preserving the craftsmanship, quality, and passion that keep classic Volkswagens on the road for generations to come.We dive into how Morrie left a

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124:24

Glenn Obert -The Duckman- Building Greatness and...

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2026/07/11

What does it take to become one of the most recognizable personalities in the air-cooled Volkswagen world?In this episode of DubLife Diaries, I sit down with Glenn Obert, better known as The Duckman from Duckman Cycles & VW Garage. With over two decades of creating VW content and a loyal YouTube following of more than 90,000 subscribers, Glenn shares the stories, successes, and challenges that have shaped his journey.We talk about his legendary chopped 1956 Oval Beetle, how he learned to

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81:40

From The Shack to Award Winning Alan Guevara Vara...

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2026/06/28

What does it take to build an award-winning upholstery business from the ground up?In this episode of DubLife Diaries, Joe sits down with Alan of Vara Upholstery to talk about the journey behind one of the most respected names in custom Volkswagen and marine interiors.Alan shares how buying a boat with damaged upholstery sparked an unexpected career, leading him to apprentice for free, open a tiny shop known as "The Shack," and eventually earn recognition as Best Upholstery Shop in Tampa

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84:51

77,000+ Miles. 38 States. One Legendary VW Krust Bus...

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2026/06/20

What happens when you take a 1960 Volkswagen panel bus, point it toward the horizon, and refuse to stop?In Episode 70 of Dub Life Diaries, Joe sits down with Dave Broenen, better known as the pilot of the legendary KRUST BUS, to talk about an incredible journey that has taken him more than 78,000 miles across 38 states in just 23 months.Dave shares how a lifelong love of Volkswagens, inspired by his family and his first rusty Beetle, eventually led him to purchase and transform a weathered

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69:07

Life-Love-Volkswagens-Jose Rodriguez-Factor...

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2026/06/13

What happens when a childhood surrounded by Volkswagens turns into a lifelong passion that brings families, friends, and an entire community together?In Episode 69 of DubLife Diaries, Joe sits down with José Rodriguez of Factor Volkswagen to explore his incredible journey from growing up in Puerto Rico to becoming a driving force in the Volkswagen scene in Florida.José shares stories of learning mechanics alongside his father, the influence of his brother Juan, and how Factor Volkswagen grew from a

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75:09

Jeff Pierce & Butters the Super Beetle | A Lifetime...

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2026/06/06

From a $300 Beetle at age 14 to a garage full of VW memories, Jeff Pierce shares the story behind his beloved Super Beetle, Butters, and a lifetime spent living the VW lifestyle.What starts as a childhood memory of a family Beetle turns into a lifelong Volkswagen addiction.In this episode of Dub Life Diaries, Joe sits down with Volkswagen enthusiast Jeff Pierce, owner of a beloved 1973 Super Beetle named Butters. From buying his first Beetle at just 14 years old while working at McDonald's to

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73:37

Magic Freedom & Life in a VW Bus Elijah Paulie (Uncle...

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2026/05/30

What happens when you trade comfort for freedom and turn a vintage Volkswagen bus into your full-time home?In Episode 67 of DubLife Diaries, Joe sits down with Elijah Paulie, better known as Uncle Funk—a professional magician, festival performer, ice cream man , videographer, and full-time VW bus dweller. From buying his first Volkswagen bus as a teenager to building a life centered around magic, travel, and community, Elijah shares the incredible journey that led him to become one of the most

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70:49

Mile High & The Rise of 303 Dubs Josh Williams Ep66

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2026/05/24

From a backyard BBQ during one of the hardest seasons of life… to building one of Colorado’s fastest-growing air-cooled VW communities — this episode tells the story behind 303 Dubs.Joe sits down with founder Josh Williams to talk about how a small gathering created to lift his father’s spirits during his cancer battle turned into a movement centered around classic Volkswagens, brotherhood, culture, and community.They dive into:• The origins of 303 Dubs• Colorado VW culture and the Denver scene•

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92:27

Air-Cooled & Amplified Scott Sain’s VW Journey Ep65

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2026/05/16

Episode 65 of DubLife Diaries brings on longtime Volkswagen enthusiast, drag racer, event promoter, and professional DJ (Insane) Scott Sain for an unforgettable conversation packed with classic VW culture, racing history, music, and community. From buying his first Bugs for just $70 in the 1980s to building some of the most recognizable grassroots VW events in the Southeast, Scott shares the journey that turned a passion into a lifestyle.We dive into the evolution of the Volkswagen scene, Scott’s

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59:01

Bugs, Buses & Brotherhood Drew Bird Estep Ep64

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2026/05/09

Episode 64 of DubLife Diaries is all about family, legacy, resilience, and the Volkswagen lifestyle that connects generations.Joe sits down with Drew Estep from Tennessee to talk about growing up around Volkswagens, learning life lessons through old Beetles, and how air-cooled VWs became more than just transportation for his family. From $300 Bugs with wooden bumpers to his dream 1963 double cab Splitty, Drew shares stories that are funny, emotional, nostalgic, and deeply relatable to anyone who’s

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73:27

Port City VW Car Show & Burn Camp Mission Kyle...

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2026/05/02

Episode 63 – Kyle Badertscher | Port City VW Car Show & Burn Camp MissionIn this episode of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with Kyle Badertscher, the heart behind the Port City Volkswagen Car Show—one of the most meaningful VW events in the country.Kyle shares his incredible journey into the Volkswagen world, from not owning his first car until his late 20s to becoming a driving force in a thriving VW community. What started with a single 1970 Bay Window bus named Bonnie turned into something much

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