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The Radiator Arms
JayEmm & Friends
28 episodes
3 days ago
Welcome to our car enthusiast's podcast by James Martin of JayEmm on Cars, Ant of SPORTZNTOURING and car guy/musician Will Gladwell, the Radiator Arms is a friendly, welcoming place to talk all things automotive and beyond - with focus on movies, music and video games all connected by a shared love of the automobile.

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Welcome to our car enthusiast's podcast by James Martin of JayEmm on Cars, Ant of SPORTZNTOURING and car guy/musician Will Gladwell, the Radiator Arms is a friendly, welcoming place to talk all things automotive and beyond - with focus on movies, music and video games all connected by a shared love of the automobile.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes (20/28)
The Radiator Arms
The “Normal” Cars We Love

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James,and special Guest Chris, celebrate the “normal” cars that stole our hearts — the everyday heroes, once affordable and accessible, that have since become icons… and in some cases, shockingly expensive. From humble hatchbacks to family saloons, we explore why these cars connected with so many people, and how nostalgia, rarity, and desirability have pushed some values through the roof.


• The everyday cars that turned into modern classics

• Why some “normal” cars are now worth serious money

• The emotional pull of cars we grew up with

• How rarity and nostalgia fuel the collector market

• Which affordable icons are still within reach — for now


What “normal” car would you love to own again? And which ones do you think will be the next to skyrocket in value? Let us know in the comments.


★ Featuring:

• James: https://youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• And special guest, Chris


The Radiator Arms Podcasts also feature:

• Ant: https://youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• Will: https://youtube.com/@WillThePlank


🕗 The Radiator Arms podcast releases every Monday at 7AM on YouTube. Audio versions follow a week later here.


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #NormalCars #CarCulture #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #CarEnthusiast #ModernClassics #AutomotiveYouTube #AffordableClassics #EverydayIcons #CarCommunity #Hatchbacks #SaloonCars


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18 hours ago
1 hour 21 minutes 20 seconds

The Radiator Arms
The Dream Cars We Loved as Kids vs What We Want Now

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, Ant, Will, and Ben (from Mile By Mile Valeting) look back at their dream cars — and how those dreams have changed with time, experience, and reality. From childhood posters of exotic supercars like Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Porsche to more attainable modern classics, we explore how growing up, budgets, and practicality reshape the cars we lust after.


Find Ben here:

https://milebymile.co.uk/


• How our dream cars evolved from childhood posters to real-life garages

• Unrealistic vs. realistic dream cars — and which affordable exotics still tempt us

• The influence of money, maintenance, and availability on car choices

• Iconic moments that shaped our tastes: games, films, and car culture

• Cars we still want today — and which might just be within reach


What was your dream car when you were a kid? And has it changed now? Let us know in the comments.


★ Featuring:

• Ant: https://youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• Will: https://youtube.com/@WillThePlank

• Ben: https://www.instagram.com/milebymilevaleting


🕗 The Radiator Arms podcast releases every Monday at 7AM on YouTube. Audio versions follow a week later here.


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #DreamCars #AffordableDreamCars #AttainableDreamCars #CarCulture #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #MileByMile #Podcast #CarEnthusiast #ModernClassics #AutomotiveYouTube #CarPosters #ChildhoodDreamCars #CarCommunity #AffordableExotics #CarDreams


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1 week ago
1 hour 28 minutes 1 second

The Radiator Arms
How Do You Replace a Supercar...

Ant has just sold his Audi R8 GT Spyder – one of only 333 in the world – to invest more time into YouTube and growing the channels. In this episode of The Radiator Arms, Ant, Will, and Ben (from Mile By Mile Valeting) explore what comes next… how do you replace a supercar with a daily car that’s fun, engaging, and still something you want to look back at when you park it?


We dive into the realities of stepping away from supercars, the kinds of attainable cars that can still feel special, and the ones that stir your soul without draining your bank account.


• Why Ant sold the R8 – and what that means for the channel

• The emotional trade-off of letting go of a dream car

• What makes a daily feel “special” — and maybe even the best part of your week

• Real-world picks: from Alpines to Zs, M3s to AMGs

• Why investing in your passion sometimes means changing gear (literally)


Whether you're into supercars or sensible builds, this one’s for the car enthusiasts who still love the drive. What car would you choose to replace a supercar without giving up the fun? Let us know in the comments.


★ Featuring:

• Ant: https://youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• Will: https://youtube.com/@WillThePlank

• Ben: https://youtube.com/@MileByMileValeting


🕗 The Radiator Arms podcast releases every Monday at 7AM on YouTube. Audio versions follow a week later here


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #SupercarReplacement #AudiR8 #CarCulture #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #MileByMile #Podcast #AttainableCars #FunDailyDriver #AutomotiveYouTube #AffordableDreamCars #CarEnthusiastChoices


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2 weeks ago
1 hour 26 minutes 46 seconds

The Radiator Arms
What People Get Wrong About Supercars

What don’t people understand about supercars! In this episode of The Radiator Arms, Ant, Will, and special guest Ben from Mile By Mile Valeting dig into the myths, assumptions, and realities of living with exotic cars. From awkward public reactions to the pressure of daily driving something rare and expensive, this episode pulls back the curtain on supercar ownership – and why it’s not always what people think.


We also explore:

• What it’s really like to own or work with supercars

• Common misconceptions from social media and the general public

• Why some people hate supercar owners (and why that’s sometimes fair)

• Cleaning horror stories and the anxiety of detailing rare cars

• Is it worth chasing the dream – or is it better to enjoy something simpler?


Have you ever dreamed of owning a supercar? Do you think they’re misunderstood? Let us know in the comments!


★ Featuring:

• Ant: https://youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• Will: https://youtube.com/@WillThePlank

• Ben: https://youtube.com/@MileByMileValeting


🕗 The Radiator Arms podcast releases every Monday at 7AM on YouTube, and a week later in audio form here.


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #Supercars #CarCulture #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #MileByMile #Podcast #CarEnthusiasts #ExoticCars #CarDetailing #AutomotiveYouTube


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3 weeks ago
1 hour 30 minutes 59 seconds

The Radiator Arms
Your Questions, Answered!

In this week’s episode of The Radiator Arms, it’s over to you! James, Ant, and Will answer questions from the community – from the serious to the silly – and the result is a chaotic mix of rants, laughter, and questionable inventions (yes, someone genuinely suggests a BBQ chip pan…).

Expect passionate opinions, surprising stories, and more than one idea that should never see the light of day.

• Answering listener questions: cars, culture, YouTube and life

• Heated takes on dealership habits and unrealistic MOTs

• What we’d do with unlimited money and a chip pan

• The most ridiculous driving laws we’ve encountered

• Why we love engaging with the community (even if it gets weird)


Whether you’re a long-time subscriber or new to the madness, this is a fun, unfiltered look into the brains behind The Radiator Arms. Got your own question? Drop it in the comments or email us.


★ Featuring:

• James: https://youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• Ant: https://youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• Will: https://youtube.com/@WillThePlank


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #Podcast #CarPodcast #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #AutomotiveYouTube #CommunityQuestions #QandA #CarCulture #MOTRants #DeepFriedIdeas #ListenerChaos #CarTalk


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4 weeks ago
1 hour 33 minutes 55 seconds

The Radiator Arms
What If We Took Over Top Gear? How Hard Could It Be?!

Ever wondered what would happen if we took over Top Gear? No? Well we did! In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Ant, and Will design the ultimate motoring show we’d love to make – while trying not to get sued by the BBC or Amazon. From absurd car challenges to testing supercars, oddballs and sleepers, even prank segments with unsuspecting parents, we explore how a modern, community-driven car show could look… and ask: “How hard could it be?!”


We also discuss:

• Forgotten car shows we loved (and what they got right)

• The best (and worst) ideas for fresh segments

• Sleepers vs supercars, obscure engine swaps, and the Rage Rover

• Giving young creators a platform and helping the next generation of enthusiasts

• Why YouTube is a real career for aspiring petrolheads

• Why car culture thrives when we share stories and help each other


What would you want to see if we made our own car show? Let us know in the comments!


★ Featuring:

• James: https://youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• Ant: https://youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• Will: https://youtube.com/@WillThePlank


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #TopGear #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #CarCulture #AutomotiveYouTube #Supercars #Sleepers #CarShowIdeas


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1 month ago
1 hour 35 minutes 12 seconds

The Radiator Arms
The Best (And WORST) Of British Cars!

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Ant, and Will bring it home to talk British cars. From the style and class of the E-Type, Minis, and Rolls-Royces, to the chaos and corrosion of Leyland and TVRs, we explore what really makes a British car British. Is it where it's built, who owns it, or how it makes you feel?


We talk about the cars we want to drive, the ones that broke our hearts, and why the best British cars are often the ones that shouldn’t have worked at all.


Help shape & grow the podcast by telling us more about you: http://bit.ly/theradiatorarms-survey


★ Featuring:

• James: https://youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• Ant: https://youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• Will: https://youtube.com/@WillThePlank


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #BritishCars #ClassicCars #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #McLarenF1 #Mini #RangeRover #Jaguar #TVR #RollsRoyce #Leyland #AstonMartin #AutomotivePodcast


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1 month ago
1 hour 21 minutes 55 seconds

The Radiator Arms
Are Car Guys Their Own Worst Enemy?

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Ant, and Will ask a difficult question: is car culture being ruined from the inside? From antisocial behaviour at meets to ridiculous burble tunes and burnouts in the street, are we giving councils, police, and the public every reason to shut down the very things we love?


We talk about the difference between enthusiasm and ego, where the line is between fun and foolish, and what car culture could look like if we stopped shooting ourselves in the foot — plus the real-world consequences that even the respectful enthusiasts now face.


★ Featuring:

• James: https://youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• Ant: https://youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• Will: https://youtube.com/@WillThePlank


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #CarCulture #CarMeets #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #BurbleTune #Burnouts #ModifiedCars #AntisocialDriving #CarCommunity


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1 month ago
1 hour 33 minutes 58 seconds

The Radiator Arms
If We Ruled the Roads!

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Ant, and Will imagine a world where they’re in charge of transport policy. What new laws would they bring in? Who would they fine first? And what crimes would carry a lifetime driving ban?


From petty frustrations to genuinely clever ideas, the trio explore everything from middle-lane hogs to speed bumps, roundabout etiquette, road tax reform, and even some unusual ways to improve the roads (or make them more fun).


★ Featuring:

• James: https://www.youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• Ant: https://www.youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• Will: https://www.youtube.com/@WillThePlank


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #DrivingLaws #TransportPolicy #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #CarCulture #MiddleLaneHogs #RoadRage #FunnyCarPodcast



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1 month ago
1 hour 50 minutes 38 seconds

The Radiator Arms
First Project Cars:

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Ant, and Will talk about the chaos, creativity, and character-building that come with your very first project car. From rusty starter cars to ambitious teenage builds that didn’t quite go to plan, this one’s packed with stories, mistakes, and the occasionally brilliant bodge job.


• The first cars we tried to fix, mod or save

• What counts as a project car – and does it always start that way?

• Projects abandoned, resold, or surprisingly redeemed

• How these early builds shaped our love of cars


Whether you’re midway through your own build or just fondly remembering a project long gone, this episode is for you.


★ Featuring:

• @JayEmmOnCars

• @sportzntouring

• @WillThePlank


🕗 The Radiator Arms podcast releases every Monday at 7AM on YouTube. Audio versions follow a week later on:

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7aUNIS6wZxbTqD67nL021h

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-radiator-arms/id1793343325

• Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e482ce48-d1ef-4e88-9bf2-71a0c2c37edc/the-radiator-arms

• Audible: https://www.audible.co.uk/podcast/The-Radiator-Arms/B0DVCC9YTH

• Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/show/1001590761


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #ProjectCars #FirstCarBuilds #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #CarProjects #Podcast #AutomotiveStories #BodgeJobs #RustyDreams


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2 months ago
1 hour 25 minutes 22 seconds

The Radiator Arms
The TRUTH About Being A Car YouTuber

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, we get brutally honest about the business side of running a YouTube channel — especially in the car world. James, Ant and Will discuss how creators actually make money, why burnout is so common, and the often-misunderstood role of sponsorships, AdSense, and the algorithm. From personal stories of lost footage and 18-hour days to insider insights on how the system really works, this is the truth about building a channel from scratch — and trying to keep it going.


Check out our car reviews and more on: youtube.com/jayemmandfriends


★ Featuring:

• James: @JayEmmOnCars

• Ant: @sportzntouring

• Will: @WillThePlank


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Get in touch:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #YouTubeBusiness #CreatorEconomy #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #AutomotiveYouTube #Monetisation #CarCreators #BehindTheScenes


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2 months ago
1 hour 52 minutes 14 seconds

The Radiator Arms
Will's New Car

You may have just seen that James has bought Will one of his dream cars:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isC9XyHuExw


In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Ant, and Will tell the full story behind one of the most heartfelt moments on the channel — the surprise reveal of Will’s dream car!


On the podcast, you’ll hear the entire behind-the-scenes tale: how the car was found, the secret plan to keep it hidden, what went wrong on the day, and how James and Ant actually managed to pull it all off.


★ Featuring:

•  @JayEmmOnCars 

•  @sportzntouring 

•  @WillThePlank 


🕗 The Radiator Arms podcast releases every Monday at 7AM on YouTube. Audio versions follow a week later on:

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7aUNIS6wZxbTqD67nL021h

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-radiator-arms/id1793343325

• Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e482ce48-d1ef-4e88-9bf2-71a0c2c37edc/the-radiator-arms

• Audible: https://www.audible.co.uk/podcast/The-Radiator-Arms/B0DVCC9YTH

• Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/show/1001590761


📧 Join the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Contact us or submit your car:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #BehindTheScenes #CarGift #DreamCar #W124 #MercedesE320 #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #CarSurprise


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2 months ago
1 hour 19 minutes 41 seconds

The Radiator Arms
The Positive Power Of The Automobile

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Will, and Ant talk about the overlooked emotional side of car enthusiasm — how driving, working on cars, and even chatting about cars with fellow enthusiasts can help us feel better, connect with others, and create meaningful moments in our lives.


Whether it’s escaping for a solo drive, bonding over a shared obsession, or simply taking a breather in the garage, this is a conversation about why cars can be more than machines — and how they’ve helped each of us in ways we didn’t always expect.


📖 Topics Covered:

• How shared car interests build real friendships

• The value of car meets beyond the metal

• Driving as therapy: focus, freedom, and perspective


★ Featuring:

•  @JayEmmOnCars 

•  @sportzntouring 

•  @WillThePlank 


🕗 The Radiator Arms releases every Monday at 7AM on YouTube first. Audio versions follow a week later on:

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/…

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/…

• Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/…

• Audible: https://www.audible.co.uk/…

• Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/…


📧 Subscribe to the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


✉️ Get in touch or submit your car for review:

landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #MentalHealth #CarTherapy #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #DrivingJoy #CarCommunity #AutomotiveLife


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3 months ago
1 hour 37 minutes 31 seconds

The Radiator Arms
JDM Legends & Japanese Car Icons

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Will, and Ant talk about the enduring appeal of Japanese cars — from tiny Kei cars to iconic JDM legends. This episode is dedicated to Jamie Bishop, a.k.a. 2jzupra.


🇯🇵 Topics Covered:

• Why Japanese cars punch above their weight

• The quirks and brilliance of JDM design

• Are Japanese cars the last truly enthusiast-friendly machines?

• Ant's secret RX-8 and his absent 370Z Nismo


🛠️ Plus, Real Conversations:

• How these cars connect across generations

• The danger of forgetting what made them great


★ Featuring:

• https://www.youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• https://www.youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• https://www.youtube.com/@WillThePlank


📧 Stay updated via the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


Get in touch or submit your car for review:

Landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #JDM #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #JapaneseCars #CarCulture #KeiCars #JDMIcons #AutomotivePodcast


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3 months ago
1 hour 33 minutes 19 seconds

The Radiator Arms
Bikes, Crashes, and Growing Up

In this episode of The Radiator Arms podcast, James, Ant, and Will dive deep into the world of motorcycles — from childhood memories of first rides to grown-up reflections on risk, responsibility, and the unbeatable joy of life on two wheels.


🏍️ Topics Covered:

• First experiences riding motorbikes as kids

• How parents (and kids) deal with the dangers of biking

• Why bikes are both thrilling and risky

• Learning to ride at British Superbike events

• Dream bikes: Ducati, MV Agusta, and vintage legends

• The evolving biker community and roadside camaraderie

• Honest thoughts on whether YOU should get a bike


🛠️ Plus, Real Stories:

• James learning to ride at Cadwell Park

• Will's lifelong itch to finally get on two wheels

• Ant's memories of bikes, crashes, and growing up cautious

• The hidden emotional connection between biking and family


▷ Related Bike Content: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNVfZAbP7rRkiMWZwsC4gYBT3F6fVbnGh


★ Featuring:

• https://www.youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• https://www.youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• https://www.youtube.com/@WillThePlank


📧 Stay updated via the JayEmm Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


Get in touch or submit your car (or bike!) for review: Landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #Motorcycles #Bikes #Motorcycling #BikeLife #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #MotorbikeLife #BikeSafety #MotorcycleCommunity #Ducati #MVAugusta #BikeStories


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3 months ago
1 hour 36 minutes 52 seconds

The Radiator Arms
For The Love of Top Gear

In this episode of The Radiator Arms podcast, James, Ant, and Will dive into their most iconic memories of Top Gear – from the genuinely brilliant to the absolutely bizarre. Whether it's the specials, forgotten segments, the cars, or the controversies, nothing is off-limits in this nostalgic and often hilarious tribute to the world's most beloved car show.


🎬 Topics Covered:

• Top Gear specials we still talk about today

• The Clarkson, Hammond & May era – why it worked (and when it didn’t)

• Forgotten gems from the early seasons

• Weird Top Gear spin-offs you might’ve missed

• Which Top Gear car builds we’d actually want to own

• The "Cool Wall", the "Star in a Reasonably Priced Car", and other quirks

• Behind-the-scenes stories and surprising facts


🚗 Plus, Personal Memories:

• The first time we saw a Zonda in the wild

• Top Trump cards and real-world car obsessions

• What made Top Gear so important to our car journeys

• Our favourite (and least favourite) Top Gear cars

• Handbrake turns, VHS tapes, and old-school TV nostalgia


★ Featuring:

@JayEmmOnCars 

@sportzntouring 

@WillThePlank 


📧 Stay updated via the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


Get in touch or submit your car for review:

Landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #TopGear #ClarksonHammondMay #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #CarShows #TopGearSpecials #TopGearCars #AutomotivePodcast


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3 months ago
1 hour 35 minutes 4 seconds

The Radiator Arms
Good & Bad Customer Service

In this episode of The Radiator Arms podcast, James and Will are left unsupervised as Ant has a case of being OLD! The result is a deep (and often hilarious) dive into the world of car dealers, MOT madness, and surprisingly emotional VW Golf brochures.


🏎️ Topics Covered:

• Good vs bad customer service at car dealerships

• MOT advisory chaos: zip ties, dashboard seizures, and “crabbing”

• Small independent garages vs corporate showroom robots

• Kit car dreams and building a Caterham in a living room

• When car dealers lose their franchises for being too good


🛠️ Plus, Real Stories:

• James’ Ferrari 430 gets new wheels in Lamborghini bronze

• Will’s Golf has a more emotional backstory than most people

• A Lamborghini dealership visit that made James sad

• The Lotus that broke more than it drove

• Unreal customer service from tiny businesses—and big brands that should know better

• And yes, we talk about diesel vans. And 2CVs. And condensed milk accidents.


★ Featuring:

• https://www.youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• https://www.youtube.com/@WillThePlank


🎬 Editing by

• https://www.youtube.com/@sportzntouring


📧 Stay updated via the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


Get in touch or submit your car for review:

Landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #CustomerService #CarDealerships #MOTFails #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #CarStories #UsedCars #AutomotivePodcast #CaterhamBuild #ClassicCars


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3 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes 28 seconds

The Radiator Arms
Track Days & Car Shows

In this episode of The Radiator Arms podcast, hosts James, Ant, and Will reveal their love-hate relationships with car shows and track days, sharing real experiences, frustrations, and hilarious behind-the-scenes moments every car enthusiast can relate to!


🏎️ Topics Covered:

• Best and worst car show experiences

• Why some car clubs aren't as welcoming as they seem

• Track day etiquette: The good, the bad, and the ugly

• Are car events becoming too commercialised?

• How social media is changing car meets forever

• Practical tips for your first-ever track day or car meet


🛠️ Plus, Real Stories:

• James' unforgettable track day disasters

• Ant reveals his secret to enjoying crowded car shows

• Will's unique solution for making car meets less stressful

• Unexpected encounters with difficult car enthusiasts!


▷ Related Car Show Videos:

• https://youtu.be/SH9bxkWoQoU

• https://youtu.be/kEnxkvdKs6g

• https://youtu.be/tFlDemi2X84

• https://youtu.be/eCgwwuD3Apo

• https://youtu.be/J_QiocpZWrA


★ Featuring:

• https://www.youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars  

• https://www.youtube.com/@sportzntouring 

• https://www.youtube.com/@WillThePlank 


📧 Stay updated via the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


Get in touch or submit your car for review:

Landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #CarShows #TrackDays #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #CarMeets #AutomotivePodcast #CarCulture #TrackDayTips #CarEvents


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4 months ago
1 hour 32 minutes 48 seconds

The Radiator Arms
Cool Cars For Young People

In this episode of The Radiator Arms podcast, hosts James, Ant & Will, and special guest, Ant's son Damani of SPORTZ N TOURING, explore a crucial topic for young car enthusiasts: Are cool cars still affordable?


🏎️ Topics Covered:

• Cool cars still available at sensible money.

• Why young enthusiasts struggle to get into exciting cars.

• Damani's disastrous first car experience.

• How the used car market has dramatically changed.

• Hidden gems and overlooked enthusiast cars.

• Clever strategies to insure and maintain affordable cars.


🛠️ Plus, Real Stories:

• Damani recalls his Mark IV Golf gearbox explosion.

• James reveals the reality of running cheap enthusiast cars.

• Will's experience with spending £5000 on a £350 Mark IV Golf.


★ Featuring:

• https://www.youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars  @JayEmmOnCars 

• https://www.youtube.com/@sportzntouring  @sportzntouring  Ant & Damani

• https://www.youtube.com/@WillThePlank  @WillThePlank 

• https://www.youtube.com/@Damanimarcano  @Damanimarcano 


🕗 The Radiator Arms releases every Monday at 7AM on YouTube first, with audio versions following a week later on:

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7aUNIS6wZxbTqD67nL021h

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-radiator-arms/id1793343325

• Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e482ce48-d1ef-4e88-9bf2-71a0c2c37edc/the-radiator-arms

• Audible: https://www.audible.co.uk/podcast/The-Radiator-Arms/B0DVCC9YTH

• Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/show/1001590761


📧 Stay updated via the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


Get in touch or submit your car for review:

Landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #AffordableCars #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #YoungDrivers #BudgetCars #CarCulture #FirstCar #EnthusiastCars #UsedCarMarket


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4 months ago
1 hour 24 minutes 27 seconds

The Radiator Arms
Ultimate Road Trips & Rental Car Nightmares!

In this episode of The Radiator Arms podcast, hosts James (JayEmm On Cars), Ant (SPORTZ N TOURING), and Will (Will The Plank) dive into their ultimate road trip adventures and reveal a surprise that leaves their special guest, Ben, speechless!


🏎️ Topics Covered:

• Dream road trips and unforgettable destinations.

• What makes Scotland's North Coast 500 so incredible?

• James' emotional journey driving a Corvette through California.

• Why renting a sports car in Lanzarote didn't go as planned for Ben.

• Ant's memorable race against a steam engine on the Isle of Wight.

• Strange and hilarious rental car experiences.


🛠️ Plus, Real Stories:

• James reveals a massive surprise about their upcoming Euro Run 2025, leaving Ben stunned.

• Ben shares childhood memories of road-tripping across France in the boot of a Sierra!

• The challenges of owning a classic Ford Puma.

• Ant’s Isle of Wight fuel-hunting adventure in a Nissan 350Z.


▷ Videos Mentioned:

• Caterham 420R Track Day: https://youtu.be/jb1rq-iOOp0

• Reviving Will’s Mazda MX-5 (this channel): https://youtu.be/GteGDVAnTTk

• How To Survive Driving in LA (this channel): https://youtu.be/UXoblNox1IM


★ Featuring:

• https://www.youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars

• https://www.youtube.com/@sportzntouring

• https://www.youtube.com/@WillThePlank


📧 Stay updated via the JayEmm Newsletter:

https://mailchi.mp/jayemm/the-jayemm-newsletter-sign-up


Get in touch or submit your car for review:

Landlord@theradiatorarms.com


#TheRadiatorArms #UltimateRoadTrips #JayEmmOnCars #SPORTZNTOURING #WillThePlank #Podcast #EuroRun2025 #AutomotivePodcast #FordGT #RoadTripStories #GRYaris #ClassicCars #CarCulture



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4 months ago
1 hour 32 minutes 26 seconds

The Radiator Arms
Welcome to our car enthusiast's podcast by James Martin of JayEmm on Cars, Ant of SPORTZNTOURING and car guy/musician Will Gladwell, the Radiator Arms is a friendly, welcoming place to talk all things automotive and beyond - with focus on movies, music and video games all connected by a shared love of the automobile.

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