Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning
Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning

Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning

Jhae Pfenning

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"Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning" Rational discussions about everyday life, society, culture, and cars. Perfect blend societal topics sprinkled in with enough car culture to make it interesting. Hosted by Jhae Pfenning, the show is known for its unique approach to automotive journalism, focusing not just on cars but on the personalities behind them.

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Steve Villegas - On My Block & S.W.A.T.
MAR 20, 2026
Steve Villegas - On My Block & S.W.A.T.
On My Block & S.W.A.T. Star Steve Villegas: No BS Episode DescriptionActor Steve Louis Villegas (known for "Sad Eyes" on Netflix's On My Block and recurring roles on CBS's S.W.A.T.) joins Jhae Pfenning in the Hard Parking Pod studio right after the Lowrider Show for a raw, no-holds-barred conversation. From grinding as a background extra, balancing family life with auditions, to landing major recurring gigs without changing who he is, Steve breaks down Hollywood's real side—including fake friendships, influencer dominance, typecasting, and AI threatening background work. He stays grounded, refuses to kiss ass, and shares what drives him as a father while still chasing meaningful opportunities.Chapters00:00 – Studio Intro & Lowrider Show Arrival02:16 – Catching Up & First Meeting Memories05:19 – Fame, Humility & Fan Interactions10:42 – Origin Story & Early Inspiration15:47 – Breaking In: Background Work & SAG Journey23:59 – Key Connections & Church Networking30:36 – Landing On My Block & S.W.A.T. Breakthrough35:52 – On-Set Stories & Table Reads45:00+ – Hollywood Realities: Fake vs. Real, Social Media Shift1:33:31 – What's Next, Family Focus & Closing ThoughtsAbout Steve VillegasSteve Louis Villegas is best known for "Sad Eyes" on On My Block and Marcos Guzman on S.W.A.T.. A dedicated father active in the lowrider scene, he remains one of the most authentic voices in acting today.IMDb | InstagramShows & Movies DiscussedOn My Block (Netflix)S.W.A.T. (CBS)The Tax Collector (2020)ContactEmail: [email protected]: www.hardparking.comPatreon: patreon.com/hardparkingpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardparkingpod/YouTube: youtube.com/@HardParking
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Honda Kills 0 Series & Acura RSX EVs – Market Reality Check | Hard Parking
MAR 14, 2026
Honda Kills 0 Series & Acura RSX EVs – Market Reality Check | Hard Parking
Hard Parking EP316 - Honda Cancels Zero Series EVs, Acura MDX Issues & Jimny Rental Review body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px; } h1, h2 { color: #333; } ul { list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; } li { margin-bottom: 10px; } .chapters { background: #f9f9f9; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; } Hard Parking EP316: Honda Cancels Zero Series EVs + Acura MDX AWD Probe & Suzuki Jimny Costa Rica RentalEpisode SummaryIn the latest Hard Parking episode, Jhae dives into big automotive headlines: the NHTSA's investigation into over 137,000 Acura TLX and MDX models for intermittent all-wheel-drive failures, sharing his own experiences with the glitch on a 2023 MDX. He breaks down Honda's shocking cancellation of the Zero Series EVs—including the 0 SUV, 0 Saloon, and Acura RSX—citing EV market struggles, infrastructure limits, and a smarter pivot to hybrids. Jhae recounts the family vehicle hunt, from Toyota test drives to landing a sleek new 2026 Acura MDX A-Spec with Advance package upgrades like massaging seats. He also delivers a fun, honest review of renting a Suzuki Jimny in Costa Rica, praising its off-road prowess despite its quirks like slow acceleration and CarPlay delays. What do you think about Honda ditching those EVs—smart move or missed opportunity?Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 - 00:45 - Intro & opening banter 00:45 - 01:43 - Sponsor segment (tech/business service) 01:43 - 02:19 - Episode focus intro & transition to car topics 02:19 - 05:06 - Acura AWD investigation & personal MDX experience 05:06 - 07:56 - Honda cancels Zero Series EVs (0 SUV, Saloon, Acura RSX) & host's take on EV/hybrid future 07:56 - 09:49 - Scottsdale photo ticket story & Barrett-Jackson anecdote 09:49 - 15:23 - New vehicle shopping process & leasing another 2026 Acura MDX A-Spec Advance 15:23 - 23:22 - Suzuki Jimny rental review in Costa Rica (pros, cons, driving experiences, recommendations) 23:22 - End - Closing thoughts, calls to action, Patreon/supporter mentions, sign-off Contact Information Email: [email protected] Website: www.hardparking.com Patreon: patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast Instagram: @hardparkingpod YouTube: youtube.com/@HardParkingThanks for listening! Subscribe, rate/review, and join us next week. Drop your thoughts on Honda's EV shift below!
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Costa Rica Trip Recap: Jimny Rental, Volcano Resorts & Kat Cox In Studio
MAR 6, 2026
Costa Rica Trip Recap: Jimny Rental, Volcano Resorts & Kat Cox In Studio
EP315 Costa Rica Trip Recap: Jimny Rental, Volcano Resorts & Kat Cox In StudioIn this episode, Jhae Pfenning is back from Costa Rica and breaks it all down with in-studio guest Kat Cox (Katherine Cox), a longtime supporter who's also spent time there. From Suzuki Jimny rental adventures, cold showers at Magic Mountain Resort, ATV tours, natural hot springs at Baldi, making chocolate from cocoa beans, monkey sightings, beach days at Playa Conchal, insane roads & Waze fails, to airport traffic nightmares — plus side tangents on movies, skiing, and a classic Nicaragua joke.We also touch on Ford's huge 4.4 million vehicle recall (mostly F-150 & Super Duty trucks) due to a trailer software glitch — check the link below.Timestamps00:00 - Intro & laughs00:44 - Ford recall news (4.4M vehicles)01:55 - Spark Forge ad03:14 - Kat Cox joins + Costa Rica coffee lure05:20 - CR income disparity & San Jose chaos07:19 - Suzuki Jimny rental review09:11 - Skiing vs. snowboarding stories10:55 - Movie review: One Battle After Another16:15 - Resort fails: Magic Mountain cold showers19:51 - Couples massage & hot springs (Baldi)21:33 - ATV tour, iguanas, sloths24:24 - Chocolate tour & making our own28:25 - Roads in CR, Waze fails32:26 - Monkeys, coati, beaches (Playa Conchal)37:24 - Food, drinks, prices in CR46:18 - Resort parking design rant49:35 - Cars in CR (Everest, Prado, Kia trucks)50:46 - Nicaragua joke & no military fun fact52:21 - Hot tub kids, Canadians fleeing Trump?56:41 - Airport traffic nightmare & Waze distrust01:00:28 - Travel reflections & future plans01:19:58 - Kat Cox wrap-up & thanks01:24:32 - Closing sponsors, Patreon shoutoutsFord Recall ReferenceFord recalls 4.4 million vehicles over faulty software (CBS News, Feb 2026):https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ford-vehicle-recall-software-issue-february-2026Main Show SponsorsRight Honda: https://righthonda.com/Right Toyota: https://www.righttoyota.com/Arcus Foundry: https://arcusfoundry.comAutocannon Official Gear: https://shop.autocannon.com/Contact Hard Parking with Jhae PfenningEmail: [email protected]: www.Hardparking.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/Instagram: instagram.com/hardparkingpod/YouTube: youtube.com/@HardParkingThanks for listening! Subscribe, rate/review, and join us next week.
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86 MIN