
Conversations with Big Rich
Hear conversations with the legacy stars of rockcrawling and off-road. Big Rich interviews the leaders in rock sports.
Episodes
264 episodes
Episode 264 with Steve Hastings, rock master.
Super spotter, Steve Hastings, was smooth, smooth, smooth. A driver in his own right, he spent a lot of his career as Jason Bunch’s spotter. OG rockcrawler who got started in the 60’s behind the wheel of his dad’s CJ5, Steve has seen a lot of r...
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Season 6
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Episode 264
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1:09:00

More Stories, More Jason Bunch, part 2 is Episode 263
Part Two. Stories so big we need two episodes to tell them! Jason Bunch of Tri-Couty Gear has a storied history and he shares it with us. Rockcrawler, racer, business man, enthusiast, Jason’s been part of the OG crowd. Be sure to listen o...
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Season 6
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Episode 263
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1:06:20

Jason Bunch leads off in Episode 262 with stories galore
Stories so big we need two episodes to tell them! Jason Bunch of Tri-Couty Gear has a storied history and he shares it with us. Rockcrawler, racer, business man, enthusiast, Jason’s been part of the OG crowd. Be sure to listen on your fav...
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Season 6
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Episode 262
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1:10:07

Kicking off Season 6 with King Randy Slawson
King Randy Slawson kicks off Season 6 of Conversations of Big Rich – that’s episode 261. Hear about the sheltered kid who turned his aggression to the rocks. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.5:49 – I was extremely sheltered...
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Season 6
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Episode 261
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1:34:14

Season 5 Finale with Tracy Jordan, the GOAT!
Today’s guest is probably the greatest competitive rockcrawler in the history of the sport. Get to know Tracy Jordan and how he became the GOAT! Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.4:22 – everything was around hunting and fish...
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Season 5
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Episode 260
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1:11:44

Shock-tuning master, Phil Licciardi joins us on Episode 259
What do you get when you cross a tennis playing, stunt bike rider with a Rock Zombie? Answer: Phil Licciardi, shock-tuning master. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.3:33 – they had the Green Police, I got pulled over for pus...
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Season 5
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Episode 259
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1:10:02

Episode 258 features Marine veteran, CEO of Warfighter Made, Rob Blanton
Co-founder and CEO of Warfighter Made, Rob Blanton is a retired Marine serving as a volunteer for his non-profit organization full-time. The mission of Warfighter Made provides recreation therapy to ill, injured and combat-wounded ...
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Season 5
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Episode 258
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1:06:27

Without Craigslist, John Reynolds may not have found his way to Off-Road in Episode 257
It all began with a Craigslist ad for Josh Reynolds. Today, Josh has taken the reins of Fly-N-Hi Off-Road while continuing to nurture his passion and contributing to the off-road community. The shop, known for its expertise in Jeep modification...
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Season 5
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Episode 257
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1:02:17

Episode 256 with Visionary Aaron Armstrong
An off-road enthusiast turned competitor, Aaron Armstrong is the man responsible for the WE Rock event site in Bagdad, Arizona. A man with a vision. Join WE Rock March 1 and 2, 2025 at the best cul de sac in AZ. Be sure to listen on your ...
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Season 5
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Episode 255
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1:17:49

The American Bad-A** Repeats, JT Taylor is back on Episode 255
We last checked in with JT Taylor three years ago, so much has changed. If you saw the announcement of a new race at Area BFE on Big Saturday, you want to listen in for the deets. JT spills it all!. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast ap...
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Season 5
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Episode 254
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58:35

Brennan Metcalf of Brennan’s Garage on Episode 254
The engineer’s curse is strong with this one. Brennan Metcalf brings all kinds of goodies to the off-road world. Listen in to a fascinating discussion of mods and parts. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.5:40 – One of ...
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Season 5
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Episode 254
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1:19:33

Episode 253 with UTV Racer Hunter Miller making the run from Dakar to the Hammers
Hunter Miller has come a long way since dirt bikes and ATV’s to CanAms capable of racing Dakar and King of the Hammers. Join us for a great conversation of how a boy progresses from two wheels to four. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast...
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Season 5
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Episode 253
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1:14:50

Trail Guide Extraordinaire, Nick Cimmarusti on Episode 252
Sometimes, you meet a guy and just know he’s the real deal. As genuine as they come, Nick Cimmarusti has carved out a space for himself in off-road. Whether you see him on the trail sharing his knowledge with others, or in the shop doing ...
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Season 5
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Episode 252
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1:10:55

Episode 251 features Rory Ward of Racers Only
When you combine art and off-road, you wind up with Rory Ward. A fan since early days, Rory made connections that allowed him to combine his passions and thrive. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.5:37 – my dad would get Hot ...
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Season 5
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Episode 251
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1:13:49

Patricia Upton is truly the star of the show in Episode 250
Most of our podcasts are full of stories, but not many cover the globe from end to end. Patricia Upton and her husband, the late Loren Upton, have completed expeditions that most of us only dream about. Patricia is still adventuring. Listen clo...
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Season 5
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Episode 250
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1:37:12

Episode 249 features Gary the Appraiser, Gary Haugley from B&R Buggie
Falling into automotive without a plan, Gary Haugley has made a career of buggies, cars, and off-road. From building to appraising, car show judging and building stories. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.7:52 – I had no clu...
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Season 5
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Episode 249
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1:02:40

Episode 248 with John Williams, entrepreneur and off-road racer.
Serial entrepreneur, John Williams, owner of Impulse Off Road shares the journey to now, with all the twists and turns. John has had some interesting experiences and is sure to have many more. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app....
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Season 5
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Episode 248
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1:10:42

OneWorks Andrew Paulson, renaissance man on Episode 247
Outdoorsman and Renaissance man, Andrew Paulson can do anything – if he’s interested. In the last fifteen years, we’ve watched Andrew build anything he set his mind to. The stories are fun. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app....
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Season 5
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Episode 247
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1:55:36

Lavender Brothers, Toby Lavender on Episode 246
No matter your age, follow your passion. That’s what Toby Lavender has been doing for life. Automotive to hunting, Toby excels at all of it, and he’s not done yet. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.8:15 – I always preach to ...
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Season 5
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Episode 246
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1:18:48

Episode 245 with Tim Ryan of the V8 Swap Shop.
The original hot-rod kid is still playing with V-8s; but now he’s taking them off-road. Tim Ryan, owner of the V8 Swap Shop is revving up as your go-to guy. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app.3;36 – I got knives pulled on me ...
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Season 5
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Episode 245
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1:02:05

The PRP Origin story with Aaron Wedeking on Episode 244
From the garage to where it is now, everything happens with hard work and innovation. Aaron Wedeking shares the PRP Origin Story and where they are going now, through the ups and downs and twists and turns. Be sure to listen on your favor...
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Season 5
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Episode 244
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1:02:24

Episode 243 with Keri and Paul Porter of Discover 4x4
We love couples that work together. Paul and Keri Porter have been together since high school, now with the kids grown, they’ve dropped into four-wheel drive with a vengeance. Training trips, shows, and adventures keep them away from home for m...
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Season 5
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Episode 243
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1:04:46

Episode 242 with Jeff Mckinlay, man of experiences.
Jeff McKinlay, a man of experiences, from milking cows to construction; building steel buildings and rockcrawlers. Jeff has the work ethic to knock everyone out of the park; he’s the best at all he has done. Be sure to listen on your favorite p...
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Season 5
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Episode 242
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56:30

Kelly Davis, founder and new owner of Tuff Country on Episode 241
Tuff Country has been through some changes, from the founding 35 years ago to it’s purchase by a private equity firm to being back in the hands of the founder, Kelly Davis. Kelly shares all the details and what’s coming next. We wish him all th...
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Season 5
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Episode 241
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59:10

Episode 240 features BRC Director Ben Burr
Blue Ribbon Coalition Executive Director Ben Burr gives the low-down on what BRC needs right now and shows us how we can be successful in our land use fight. It’s a fascinating take on what is going on in the real world. Be sure to listen on yo...
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Season 5
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Episode 240
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1:07:08
