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The Cars and Kicks ShowDoing donuts in the intersection of car culture, sneaker culture, and creativity. Hosted by Jacques Slade, Erik Valdez, and Nick Engvall. Author: The Cars and Kicks Show
Doing donuts in the intersection of car culture, sneaker culture, and creativity. Every episode is an exploration into the culture, design, storytelling, and people of cars and sneakers. The Cars and Kicks Show is hosted by: Jacques Slade is a multifaceted creator that explores the world of footwear and sports through the lens of culture. Through sneakers and golf, Jacques has cultivated an industry leading voice in the industry that can be seen online and on television. Or he is just an idiot. The jury is still out on that. Erik Valdez is a husband, father, actor, producer, and creator, whose passion and knowledge for cars is unmatched. You might have seen him on shows like General Hospital, Graceland, or Superman & Lois. Hes driven in the Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge, the Baja 1000, and the number of cars hes owned would rival the how collections of many sneakerheads. Nick Engvall is a consultant and creator who helps brands make more authentic connections with their customers. His obsession with cars and sneakers both toe the line of unhealthiness that is best described as, overly passionate. If hes not recording podcasts, hes probably at the burrito shop or chasing down ocean sunsets. Language: en Genres: Arts, Automotive, Fashion & Beauty, Leisure Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Inside SoCal's Best Spot For Cars and Coffee - Michael Rapetti Interview
Episode 10
Monday, 7 July, 2025
In this episode of the Cars and Kicks Show, Jacques Slade, along with Nick Engvall and Erik Valdez, dive into the intersection of sneaker culture and car enthusiasm with Michael Rapetti, the founder of The Motoring Club and Motoring Coffee, one of the coolest a community-driven coffee shop and creative space for car lovers. Michael shares the challenges of entrepreneurship and what drove him to start The Motoring Club, which has evolved to include events and a unique car rental experience. Michael shares insights on building a community, the importance of passion in business, and his aspirations for future growth, and talks about some of his favorite sneakers as well.https://www.instagram.com/motoringcoffee/More episodes: https://www.carsxkicks.comChapters00:00 Welcome to the Motoring Club02:01 The Journey of a Sneaker and Car Enthusiast04:45 Building a Community Around Cars09:57 Evolving the Business Model14:46 Lessons Learned as an Entrepreneur19:20 Creating Unique Events and Experiences24:06 Engaging Younger Audiences29:32 The Rental Fleet Dilemma34:47 Future Plans and AspirationsThe Cars and Kicks Show is hosted by:Jacques Slade is a multifaceted creator that explores the world of footwear and sports through the lens of culture. Through sneakers and golf, Jacques has cultivated an industry leading voice in the industry that can be seen online and on television. Or he is just an idiot. The jury is still out on that.Erik Valdez is a husband, father, actor, producer, and creator, whose passion and knowledge for cars is unmatched. You might have seen him on shows like General Hospital, Graceland, or Superman & Lois. He’s driven in the Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge, the Baja 1000, and the number of cars he’s owned would rival the how collections of many sneakerheads.Nick Engvall is a consultant and creator who helps brands make more authentic connections with their customers. His obsession with cars and sneakers both toe the line of unhealthiness that is best described as, overly passionate. If he’s not recording podcasts, he’s probably at the burrito shop or chasing down ocean sunsets.
