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DubLife Diaries The VW Lifestyle Podcast

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Latest episodes

Southsiders VW 12 Years of VW Community & Giving Back Ep 86

October 24, 2026 · 1 hr 36 min

Born from a desire to do things their own way, Southsiders VW has grown from four Volkswagen enthusiasts in 2014 into a Florida community of more than 7,400 members. Twelve years later, the group is still bringing people together through a…
He Bought His Dream VW at 15-18 Years Later, He Still Owns It! James Vedder Ep85

October 18, 2026 · 1 hr 18 min

What happens when a childhood obsession turns into a lifelong passion? On this episode of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with James Vedder, whose love for Volkswagen Beetles started at just four years old. From collecting toy Bugs and…
From Muhammad Ali’s Training Grounds to Tattoos & Volkswagens Scottie Morgan Ep 84

October 3, 2026 · 1 hr 21 min

What do tattoos, Volkswagens, Muhammad Ali, and a historic mink farm have in common? More than you might think. In this episode 84 of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with Scottie Morgan, tattoo artist and owner of Homebase Tattoo, for a…
Robert (VW Kidd) Velis & The Untold History of LA Cal Style Ep83

September 26, 2026 · 1 hr 52 min

In Episode 83 of DubLife Diaries, we sit down with Robert "VW Kidd" Velis for a deep dive into the history, people, and culture behind the LA Cal Style Volkswagen scene. Growing up in East Los Angeles in the 1970s, Robert was surrounded by…
Shawn Stapp 34 Years of VWs, Generosity & Keeping the Community Alive Ep82

September 19, 2026 · 1 hr 41 min

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…

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Eliot Vancil | Rare Volkswagens, Historic Cars & the Stories Behind the Collection Ep81

September 12, 2026 · 2 hr 8 min

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…
Uno Mas, Family Legacy & the Cars That Find Us - Spud Hughes Ep80

September 5, 2026 · 1 hr 36 min

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…
From Skate Parks to Dubsplash: Mark Laue’s Journey Through VW Culture Ep79

August 29, 2026 · 1 hr 25 min

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…
The Beetle, the Song & the Journey Aiden Fleischman Ep78

August 22, 2026 · 1 hr 28 min

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…
Living the VW Life on the Road in a 1962 Panel Bus Vanessa Cassada Ep77

August 15, 2026 · 1 hr 39 min

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…
JBug-Jason Wharton-200+ Volkswagens, Art & a Lifetime in VW Culture Ep76

August 8, 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

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…
The Glacier Blue Beetle That Refused to Die | Tony Hall's Incredible VW Restoration Story Ep75

August 1, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min

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…

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About the show

DubLife Diaries – Where Volkswagen Stories and Culture Come Alive Welcome 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 families whose lives are forever shaped by Volkswagens. 🎙️ What You’ll Hear: Inspiring interviews with VW lovers, business owners, and hobbyistsStories of road trips, restorations, and once-in-a-lifetime findsBehind-the-scenes looks at shows, culture, and the VW lifestyleThe role these timeless cars play in creating connection and adventureWhether you’ve been a lifelong “dubber,” are just discovering the VW world, or simply love hearing unique human stories, DubLife Diaries is your front-row seat to the scene. 📅 New episodes drop regularly. Subscribe today and join us as we roll through the stories that keep the Volkswagen community thriving. 🚗 Host: Joe Person – Lifelong VW enthusiast, storyteller, and community connector.