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Hosted by Jimmy Xie · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 46 episodes
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- Sociology of Everything exists to give voice to the unseen. In a world where opportunities often favor the already influential, we uncover the overlooked talent, stories, and perspectives in today’s car culture. Elevating everyday enthusiasts and experts, we challenge the status quo by showing that meaningful insight and true talent come from every corner of the scene, not just the spotlight. -- Sociology of Cars is a journey into how cars reflect people. Beyond the machines, we explore the social perceptions, identities, and personal stories intertwined with every vehicle. By focusing on both the driver and their world, we uncover how automotive culture is shaped not just by what people drive, but by who they are and how they are seen. --- Sociology of Cars Podcast evolved from our video journey. While some stories are best seen, others, whether from pro drivers, behind-the-scenes realities, or the nuanced social dynamics and politics that visuals can’t captur
Jimmy Xie hosts Sociology of Cars Podcast, a leisure show with 46 episodes published.
Jeffrey Willerth’s passion for motorsport began without a clear family blueprint, sparked instead by childhood memories of drag strips, racing books, and an early fascination with the art of driving. Today, as vice presi
This week, Jimmy ("Rice") is joined by Shift ("Black Beans") and Marshall Garlington ("White Rice") for a casual conversation about the strange, stressful, and sometimes rewarding experience of buying a car. Swapping sto
Nate Rodriguez, co-host of the Rice & Beans podcast, may love driving, but his real strength comes from understanding the machine behind it. From childhood curiosity, Hot Wheels, and car magazines to fire science, electr
This week, Jimmy ("Rice") and Nate ("Beans") break down the news every Angeles Crest regular has been waiting for: Newcomb’s Ranch has officially sold. But this episode goes far beyond the sale itself. As one of Southern
What started as tire smoke and chaos eventually became something much deeper. Jake Gonzalez shares how drifting pulled him in through video games, Hoonigan videos, local events, and the raw appeal of a motorsport where s
Thousands of hours in a simulator can look like just gaming from the outside, but Nate del Carmen's story shows how virtual seat time can become real driving skill. From drifting games and a basic sim setup to Racing Pro
This week, Jimmy ("Rice") and Nate ("Beans") take on one of the most heated conversations in canyon carving culture: crossing the mustard. After Evan Sawyer's (@thecanyoncarver) viral Mulholland clip puts reckless driver
Jon Hart’s journey into driving grew out of a childhood spent around his father’s mechanic shop, ’90s motorsport culture, and a deep curiosity about how cars work. That foundation eventually led him into autocross, drift
This week, Scott Kelly, Vice President of the Porsche Club of America Los Angeles Chapter and host of the Rennstreet Podcast, joins Jimmy ("Rice) and Nate ("Beans") to talk about the nightmare no enthusiast wants to live
Nick Alaoui’s journey into driving doesn’t follow the traditional script. Starting with video games and sim racing, he discovered a natural ability that opened doors into real-world racing and coaching, eventually leadin
This week, Jimmy ("Rice") and Nate ("Beans") are joined by Shift ("Black Beans") for a conversation that goes far beyond cars. What starts as a recap of their first seminar venture quickly turns into something deeper --
This week, racing driver and performance-driving instructor Ren Messinger shares the reality of pursuing a racing career without shortcuts, from sim-racing beginnings to competing in Spec Miata while navigating financial
This week, Jimmy ("Rice") and Nate ("Beans") start with a simple question, "Why do we drive?" which quickly unravels something much deeper. What begins as a conversation about therapy and escape expands into identity, be
This week, stunt driver Graham Hooper shares the story behind a career built on curiosity, relentless practice, and a willingness to chase an unconventional path. From growing up inspired by iconic car films to moving to
This week, Jimmy ("Rice") and Nate ("Beans") dive deep into the world of car mods tailored for canyon carving and occasional track days. They break down everything from the importance of tire choice (and why low-grip tir
In this debut episode of Season 4, Shift sits down with Rocco Ruzic, whose journey began in karting as a young enthusiast and evolved into a performance-driving instructor. Rocco takes us through what it really means to
In this debut episode of Rice & Beans, Jimmy (“Rice”) and Nate (“Beans”) tackle a difficult but necessary conversation: canyon driving safety on Angeles Crest Highway (ACH). From decreasing-radius corners and unpredictab
As we celebrate the Season 3 finale, our beloved pro-driver and performance-driving coach, Shift, gets vulnerable about his experience being the face of a podcast for the first time. In this episode, Shift candidly share
As sim racing became mainstream over the past decade, many professional drivers, including Shift, began publicly embracing it as an important part of their careers. This week, Shift breaks down how his early progression
Every car enthusiast needs a network of mechanical shops on standby, but assembling the perfect crew can take years. This week, Shift breaks down the three main levels of auto shops and examines the nuances in each. Init
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