Jim sits down with hip hop artist and auto enthusiast T-Pain to discuss their love for cars. T-Pain, co-founder of Nappy Boy Automotive, talks through his custom car collection and explains his philosophy of combining new technologies with classic aesthetics. The conversation covers T-Pain's newfound love for drifting after learning from world-champion drifter Vaughn Gittin Jr., how to pair the right music with the right ride, and the similarities between the automotive and music industries. 00:00 Introduction 00:58 T-Pain's Unique Car Collection 01:49 Evolution of Car Customization 05:25 Daily Drivers and Special Rides 09:33 Drifting Adventures 14:06 Musical Journey Begins 15:37 Starting Young: A Lifelong Passion for Cars 15:49 The Emotional Connection Between Cars and Music 16:34 Music Preferences for Different Cars 19:35 Regional Car Cultures and Music 22:34 The Importance of Innovation in Music and Cars 30:20 Advice for the CEO of Ford Motor Company 31:03 Conclusion Follow Jim:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jim.Farley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimfarley98/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jimfarley98 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-farley/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jimfarley.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jimfarley98 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jim talks with Lexie ‘Limitless’ Alford, who holds two world records for visiting every country by age 22 and driving an electric vehicle around the globe. Lexie reveals the challenges of documenting her travels, encountering unique cultures, and overcoming logistical hurdles. She also discusses the significance of solo travel, her adventurous upbringing, and her reflections on global and American identities. 00:00 Introduction 00:57 Lexie Limitless: The Record-Breaking Traveler 01:33 The Challenge of Recalling Every Country 02:29 Unique Experiences on Flights 06:17 The Realities of Solo Travel 09:42 Pride in American Identity 10:58 Adapting to Global Cuisines 12:57 Documenting a World Record 15:27 The North Korea Challenge 17:35 Circumnavigating the Globe in an Electric Ford Explorer 25:32 Personal Reflections and Lessons Learned 30:04 Advice for Aspiring Travelers 31:32 Cultural Misunderstandings and Memorable Stories 40:06 Final Thoughts Follow Jim:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jim.Farley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimfarley98/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jimfarley98 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-farley/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jimfarley.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jimfarley98 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jim Farley is joined by the iconic Vicki Butler-Henderson, British racing driver and former Top Gear presenter. They talk about Vicki’s early love of cars, from her grandfather's 1930s racing days to her own early karting adventures; their thoughts on the UK's car culture; fun memories from the racetrack; and Vicki's role as a pioneer for women in the industry. 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Meet Vicki Butler-Henderson 01:27 A Family Passion for Racing 03:37 The UK's Car Culture 05:27 The Sunroof Debate 06:53 The Iconic Mk1 Fiesta 07:34 The Front-Wheel Drive Revolution 10:51 The Challenges of Being a Presenter 16:31 Jeremy Clarkson: The Icon 18:41 Leadership and Learning 21:57 Breaking Barriers in the Car Industry 23:46 Advice for the CEO of Ford 31:10 Closing Remarks and Gratitude Follow Jim:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jim.Farley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimfarley98/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jimfarley98 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-farley/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jimfarley.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jimfarley98 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices