High Octane Dads

About High Octane Dads

High Octane Dads Fueling fatherhood with horsepower! Tune in for car discussions, road trip stories, and dad-approved automotive tips. Join us as we rev up the excitement of parenting in the fast lane!

Publisher

Chris Mayo, James Schoepf

Category

leisure

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

3 May 2024

Latest episode

9 Sept 2025

Latest episodes

40 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Sept 2025

   High Octane Dads - Episode 40 - Music & Mini Trucks

   SummaryIn this episode, James and Chris dive into their recent automotive maintenance adventures, discussing everything from fuel pump replacements to tire changes. They share personal stories about family involvement in car projects and the challenges that come with them. The conversation also touches on the nostalgia of music, concert experiences, and how these elements intertwine with their automotive passions. As they wrap up, they hint at future discussions on mini trucks and other automotive topics, creating an engaging and relatable experience for listeners.Sound Bites"Mini trucks have a unique culture and community.""Music can evoke strong memories and emotions.""Nostalgia plays a big role in music preferences."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Maintenance Updates02:55 Fuel Pump Adventures05:41 Car Repairs and Challenges08:41 Tire Changes and Upgrades11:30 Upcoming Events and Nostalgia25:52 The Evolution of Music Consumption27:46 Nostalgia and the Power of CDs30:05 Concert Experiences and Live Music32:19 Capturing Moments vs. Living in the Present35:04 The Impact of Music on Personal Memories37:34 Lyrics and Their Emotional Resonance40:15 Musical Preferences and Cultural Impact44:39 Evolving Music Tastes46:36 The Impact of Music Across Generations49:18 The Therapeutic Power of Music51:55 Rediscovering Musical Roots54:14 Musicals and Their Influence56:43 Teasing Future Conversations on Mini Trucks

2. 

   3 Aug 2025

   High Octane Dads - Episode 39 - Ultimate Dad Hobbies - Mid Life Crisis?

   What fuels a High Octane Dad? In this episode, we're covering the full spectrum, from the garage to the music room. First, we dive into the world of vehicles, debating if the Ford Maverick is the perfect dad truck and why we get nostalgic for the cars of our youth. We explore the classic "midlife crisis car," the challenges of content creation at car events like Nopi Nationals, and how we balance it all with work-life responsibilities.Then, we switch gears (pun intended!) and get real about re-learning how to play guitar as busy dads. We discuss everything from finding the right gear to the challenges of practice and the therapeutic power of music. It's a conversation about the hobbies that keep us sane, the importance of personal growth, and finding balance in the beautiful chaos of family life.➡️ **GET YOUR HIGH OCTANE DADS MERCH:**shop.highoctanedads.com**CHAPTERS:**00:00 - Introduction: Cars & Guitars00:28 - Part 1: The Car Conversation (Vehicle Nostalgia)02:55 - Why Modern Trucks Are Too Big05:38 - The Midlife Crisis Car Phenomenon08:26 - Balancing Family Life and Car Hobbies11:07 - The Importance of Coffee Culture18:23 - Nostalgic Car Events & Community22:08 - Our Autocross Racing Experiences27:56 - The Constant Work/Family/Hobby Juggle32:28 - Part 2: The Guitar Journey Begins39:13 - Overcoming Challenges When Learning Music47:42 - Our Favorite Guitar Techniques and Tools52:28 - Nostalgia and Our Favorite Songs to Play57:38 - How to Balance Hobbies and Life01:05:22 - Final Thoughts: Fitness, Music, and Growth#dadlife #hobbies #midlifecrisis #learningguitar #carculture

3. 

   19 Jul 2025

   Coffee, Cars, & Cardio: Dad Fitness, & Broken Parts - High Octane Dads Podcast - Episode 38

   This week, it's back to just Chris and James talking coffee, cars, and cardio. The guys discuss finding the motivation to hit the gym, building better fitness habits using lessons from "Atomic Habits" , and the nagging injuries that can derail your progress. Is pickleball the next big thing for dads?.On the automotive front, we've got more project car problems, from a completely destroyed transmission mount on the Caprice to a failing alternator. The guys also take a trip down memory lane, discussing rare thirdgen F-bodies like the L69 Trans Am and debating if modern cars will ever be as sought-after as today's classics.Plus, we give our spoiler-free review of the new F1 movie and break down the massive, unexpected shakeups in both Formula 1 and NASCAR.Want to support the show? We finally have merch! Grab your "Zero to 60 Eventually" shirt here: ► https://shop.highoctanedads.com/ TIME STAMPS / CHAPTERS:01:50 - New "High Octane Dads" merchandise, including Gildan cotton shirts and a popular "zero to 60 eventually" design.04:50 - A debate begins over what qualifies as "black coffee" and if adding sweetener changes it.08:30 - Does light or dark roast coffee have more caffeine?10:15 - Accuracy of AI-generated search results and how realistic AI videos have become.14:30 - The main topic of fitness, diet, and mental health is introduced, inspired by the Dad Bods and Beards Podcast17:45 - The hosts discuss different forms of cardio, with James detailing his experience using the stair climber and climbing virtual landmarks like the Eiffel Tower.19:30 - James talks about a recurring foot injury, which he believes is sesamoiditis, and the importance of proper shoes and insoles for working out.30:56 - New ways to stay active, such as the growing popularity of pickleball.33:12 - Concept of "habit stacking" from the book Atomic Habits as a way to build new routines.42:30 - Car history, with the idea of creating a podcast series on the history of third-generation F-body cars from 1982 to 1992.49:40 - Chris details his recent project car issues, including destroying a transmission mount and having his alternator fail.59:50 - Spoiler-free thoughts on the new F1 movie.1:02:45 - Major news in motorsports, including Christian Horner's departure from the Red Bull F1 team and Daniel Suarez leaving Trackhouse Racing in NASCAR.In this episode of the High Octane Dads Podcast, we discuss everything from dad fitness and workout motivation to project car maintenance and the latest motorsport news. If you're into muscle cars, F-body Camaros and Trans Ams, drag racing, Formula 1, or NASCAR, this episode is for you. We also cover building better habits, overcoming gym injuries, working on your dad bod, and the constant struggle of keeping your classic car on the road.#HighOctaneDads #CarPodcast #FitnessForDads #F1 #ProjectCar #MuscleCar #NASCAR

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YouTube views

20,686

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 51 / 100

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Quality

52

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

51

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