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DubLife Diaries

Welcome to DubLife Diaries – the ultimate podcast for Volkswagen enthusiasts and anyone who loves a good story! Dive into the world of classic VW culture as we celebrate the passion, creativity, and community that make these iconic cars so special. From vintage Beetles and Buses to Karmann Ghias and...

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

Recent Episodes

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Aug. 15, 2026

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

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 Volkswa
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Aug. 8, 2026

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

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 Volkswa
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Aug. 1, 2026

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

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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July 25, 2026

Buddy Demers & Baby Got Sauce – A 64 -Notchback with an Incredible Story Ep74

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 Volkswagens.
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July 18, 2026

Building an Empire with Silver Lining Restorations, West Coast Classic Interiors & Loose Nuts Safaris Ep73

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
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July 11, 2026

Glenn Obert -The Duckman- Building Greatness and Growing a VW Community Ep72

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 fab

Reviews

Tremendous

"What Joe is doing here is a tremendous contribution to the Vw community, this guy doesn’t just talk the talk he walks the walk. Seriously looking forward to all of his podcasts,"

Deno Stiles | March 29, 2025

Classic VW stories

"🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If you're a fan of Volkswagen classic cars, this podcast is an absolute gem. Joe, the host, does an incredible job asking thoughtful and engaging questions that really bring out the rich stori…"

Powered by Poi | April 8, 2025

Fun podcast!

"I’ve really enjoyed this podcast and highly recommend for anyone who loves VWs!"

Capt. Gregory | March 13, 2025

loved it

"great host! great podcast"

scarlett | March 11, 2025

Fun and informative!

"This is a fun and informative VW related podcast that gives you an inside look into the lives and passions of different VW enthusiasts. It’s a great way to learn more about the passions of the people…"

David Evans | March 11, 2025