Mustang Owner's Podcast
By Steve Hall - John Clor - Mike Rey
Mustang Owner's PodcastSep 29, 2022
Tony Sorentino – Founder – SVT Cobra Mustang Club
Tony tell us his story, the creation of the club, and this year's SCMC track event at Virginia International Raceway. You can register for this year’s SCMC track event at:
Bud Magaldi - Chief Designer SN95 Mustang
Bud calls in to John and Mike to reflect on sixty years of Mustang and his role in the creation of the SN95 Mustang. He also shares his thoughts on where Mustang goes from here.
Art Hyde - How the SN95 saved Mustang
Art gives us a glimpse how the creation of SN95 saved the Mustang's lineage from being forever altered.
Joseph Bellino - Mustang Brand Manager
All good things come in time and Joe is hear to chat about the 2024 Mustang lineup.
Josh Youvon - Manager - FordShowParts.com
Looking for that elusive window sticker or brochure for your Mustang? Josh tells us everything available on FordShowParts.com
Sami Lupacchino - BoltTheV8
Social Media Influencer Sami tells us the genesis of BoltTheV8 and what she has planned for 2024.
"For The Love of Shelby" Car Show - Cat LaMunyan & Rachel Dawn-Marie Seliber
Cat & Rachel give us the scoop on this year's "For The Love of Shelby - Hats Ponies & Hearts" Car Show
Lance Wilson - Host of the Foxbody FX Podcast
John and Mike talk Foxbodies with Lance Wilson of the Foxbody FX Podcast. You can find Lance's Podcast at:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7JMFctK9ZwQnXYRrJ7q2qO?si=99981f1f9b874a14
John Savona - Retired Flat Rock Plant Manager
If you wanted a private tour of the Flat Rock Assembly Plant you had to get approval from John Savona. John shares some funny stories from his days at Flat Rock, including one time with Carroll Shelby at the test track.
Gary Schweitzer - The Skyway Mustangs
We've all heard about the Skyway Mustangs that were used at the 1964 Worlds Fair in NYC. Gary tells John and Mike a lot of missing details about the cars's history.
Andy Slankard - Retired Engineer Ford SVT
Andy tells John and Mike some unbelievable and funny stories from his time at Ford SVT, Ford Performance, and Ford Racing.
Jesse Kershaw – Ford SVT & Ford Racing Program Coordinator
John and Mike get some great stories from Jesse during his time at Ford SVT & Ford Racing.
Mustang Mailbag - February 2024
John and Mike sit down to answer some more listener questions.
Have a question for John and Mike? Send it to clubhub@ford.com
How to Celebrate Mustang’s 60th Anniversary
John and Mike discuss some of the noted activities surrounding the Mustang turning 60 in 2024, and offer tips and advice on how you might best celebrate this milestone with fellow enthusiasts.
Kevin Dickey & Daniel Crank - Ford Performance Parts
Kevin and Daniel gives us the latest performance kit to come out of FPP for 2024...the FP800S.
Matt Stone - Automotive Journalist & Author
John and Mike go Q&A with Matt asking everything from Fox Bodies to Bullitts.
Richard Blomberg - YouTuber - Dad's Foxbody Garage
John and Mike talk Foxbodies with Rich and why he decided to start his Youtube channel.
Joe Deladvitch - Ford Performance Photographer
John and Mike listen to Joe tell his story how he went from a kid loving Mustangs to being one of Ford Performance's go-to photographers.
Bob Aikins - Retired Mustang Designer
Bob goes deep behind the scenes and tells John and Mike about his time designing Mustangs including the SVO.
Jim Egyed - Founder of Mustang Owner's Club of South Eastern Michigan (MOCSEM)
JIm gives us the backstory on how one of the largest Mustang clubs in the US began.
Mark Roberts - Managing Director - Iconic Global Sports
The wait is over as FORD - The Collectors Edition is now available for purchase. A bucket list item for FORD enthusiasts, Mark gives John and Mike a brief overview of “The Ultimate Journey into the History of Ford.”
Please visit: www.iconicglobalsports.com to order your copy today!
Ron Bramlett - Remembering Steve Hall
We cap off our tribute to Steve with Ron Bramlett and he tells John and Mike how the idea for a Mustang Owner's Museum was born.
Celebration of Life - Steve Hall - Founder of The Mustang Owner's Museum
On November 9th we gathered for the celebration of life of Steve Hall, our friend and founder of the Mustang Owner’s Museum. John Clor sits down with some of Steve’s friends to reminisce how the museum came into existence. While so many previous attempts to create a museum for the Mustang failed, it was Steve Hall who overcame the hurdles and created the place where so many enthusiasts can come to learn about Mustang history.
Mustang Mailbag - November 2023
John and Mike are back giving their thoughts on some important questions many Mustang clubs face while trying to grow their membership.
Have a question for John and Mike? Send it to clubhub@ford.com
Steve Turner - Journalist - Speed Metal Media
John and Mike talk about some of Steve's highlights writing about Mustangs from the SVT years and beyond.
John Clinard – Ford Communications Guru
From his SVO Mustang roots to managing Ford’s West Coast Communications for years, enthusiasts – especially those in the Ford Car Club Council -- know John Clinard. In this episode, John Clor and Mike Rey explore Clinard’s body of work and his ongoing influence at Ford.
Ara Ekizian – The Quest to Find the Mach III
John and Mike visit with Ara Ekizian, former Mustang designer who is known for his work as a Ford Interior Design Manager but who also had a hand in the Mach III concept. Ara says one of two Mach III prototypes made is still around and in private hands but wants to know – where is the Mach III prototype today?
Tips for Winterizing Your Mustang
With the winter months fast approaching, John and Mike give us some tips and tricks on keeping your pony healthy until the next riding season.
Austin Atwood – Ford Special Vehicle Registry Program Administrator
So what is the Ford Special Vehicle Registry program and why should you and your Mustang be a part of it? John and Mike find out by talking with mega-Mustanger Austin Atwood, administrator of Ford’s Special Vehicle Registry program and coordinator for the Ford Performance Club Connect program as well.
John Coletti - Retired Chief Engineer - Ford SVT Program
The interview many have been waiting for; John Coletti joins John and Mike to lift the hood on some of the myths and legendary stories from his time as chief engineer of the Ford SVT program.
Tom Barnes – Retired Mustang Vehicle Engineering Manager
John and Mike get some inside stories from Tom Barnes, the man who headed up the engineering behind the S-197, S-550 and even the S-650 Mustangs. Tom shares highlights from his work on the 2008 and 2018-19 Bullitt, 2009 Glass Roof, 2011 Freshening, 2012 5.0 Coyote and 2012-13 Boss 302, plus the 2018-19 and 2020 GT Performance Pack Level 2, 2020-21 Hi-Po Package and the 2021 Mach 1.
Jim Owens - Mustang and Shelby Consumer Marketing Manager
A must listen as John and Mike talk with one of the people most responsible for promoting the Mustang to the enthusiasts.
Ray Hilton - President - Capital Area Mustangs - Blue Oval Blast Car Show
Ray tells us what's it like to have your annual car show cancelled a couple of days beforehand when a storm passes through town making the venue unusable. Fortunately, the show has been rescheduled for October 8th and Ray hopes everyone can still attend.
Robert Kennedy - Author - UNBRIDLED: The Passion, Performance & Politics Behind America's Favorite Pony Car
John and Mike talk to author Robert Kennedy about his new book UNBRIDLED; what made him decide to write this book, and what it took to put all the data together.
The Mustang Mailbag - September 2023
With the success of the first episode, John and Mike reach back into the mailbag to answer some more listener questions.
Have a question for John and Mike? Send it to clubhub@ford.com
Chuck Watson II - Watson Engineering
The man behind Watson Engineering and Watson Racing tells John and Mike how Watson became involved with Ford Performance.
After Woodward 2023 - SVT 30th Reunion, Woodward and Mustang Memories Successes
John and Mike recap the three unique SVT 30th Anniversary events held during Woodward Dream Cruise / Mustang Memories Week 2023, plus share other highlights from this weeklong celebration of Detroit car culture.
Bill Tumas - Brand Ambassador - CJ Pony Parts
John and Mike talk with Bill about how he became the Youtube host for CJ Pony Parts and something about hot wings?
Lloyd Hunt - Mustang Week Update
Lloyd brings Steve Hall up to date on all the events and other happenings at Mustang Week 2023 which will be held on September 4th - 9th in Myrtle Beach, SC.
Matt Anderson - Curator of Transportation - The Henry Ford
Matt gives John and Mike a glimpse of what it's like working at one of the most prestigeous automotive museums in the world.
Mike Rey - Mustang Memories 2023
Mike Rey tells us all about the history of Mustang Memories and what to expect at this year's show. To pre-register:
https://www.mocsem.com/event-details/mustang-memories-all-ford-car-show-2023
Dave Wasenda - Mustang collector and SVT superfan
John and Mike chat with Dave Wasenda and how he got into the Mustang car business.
The Mustang Mail Bag
In our first episode, John Clor and Mike Rey dip into the Ford Performance mailbox and answer some of the more frequently asked questions. Have a question you'd like John and Mike to answer?
Send it to: clubhub@ford.com
Subject: Podcast Mailbox
Mark Wilson - Ford North America Vehicle Personalization and Planning Manager
Pulling from their "Ford Friend's List," John and Mike talk with Mark Wilson and get a behind the scenes look at the performance division of Ford.
Jason Childress - Gateway Classic Mustang
It's one laugh after another as John and Mike catch up with Jason Childress of Gateway Classic Mustang and get clued into what makes their autocross events so successful.
Gary Steward: Mainstreet Memories - Wheels On The Waterfront Car Show
John and Mike talk to Ford retiree Gary Steward about his career with the Mustang and his current work organizing a big annual car show in Port Huron, Michigan on Saturday, July 29th.
Woodward Dream Cruise 2023
John and Mike give us a glimpse into the other activites and hidden gems found around Detroit at this year's Woodward Dream Cruise held on August 19th.
Mark Badgley - Mustang Club of Indianapolis
Mark Badgley - Longtime Board Member of the Mustang Club of Indianapolis and the driving force behind the club’s big MCA National Show July 27-30, 2023.
David LaRocque – Founder of the SVO Owners Association and author of “Mustang SVO – The Machine That Speaks for Itself”
John and Mike talk to David LaRocque – Founder of the SVO Owners Association and author of “Mustang SVO – The Machine That Speaks for Itself”
Jim Campisano - Former Editor of Muscle Mustangs and Fast Fords
John and Mike talk to Jim Campisano of ProMedia, the man who wrote the book about SVT and former editor of “Muscle Mustangs & fats Fords Magazine.”