(Hu)man in the Machine by Jeff Willis

Our guest tonight is a car guy, Motorcycle enthusiast, martial artist, photographer and writer. Jeff Willis was born and raised in Eureka, California and in his new book (Hu)man in the Machine, he explores the relationship between cars and the people who love them. And he’s here to give us a peek not only into his life but the stories he’s captured in his new book, and much more.

This episode is part of our ROAD TO SUCCESS SERIES - inspiring stories that help shape the future of the autosphere.

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00:00 Introduction to Break/Fix Podcast

00:27 Meet Jeff Willis: A Multifaceted Enthusiast

01:17 Jeff's Early Car Memories

02:55 Growing Up in Eureka, California

04:32 Iconic Car Posters and Supercars

06:44 Influence of Jeff's Father and Writing Journey

08:31 Jeff's Porsche Passion and Racing Stories

13:03 Journey into Automotive Photography

14:56 Celebrity Encounters and Hollywood Stories

18:22 Bucket List Interviews and Future Aspirations

20:20 Favorite Car Events and Exclusive Shows

21:34 Hobnobbing with Legends

21:47 The Perfect Event: A Blend of Beauty and Industry

22:54 A Miniature Version at Road Atlanta

23:43 Exploring an Eclectic Car Collection

25:01 The Story Behind the Porsche 928

27:29 Dream Cars: Koenigsegg, Pagani, and More

29:15 The Ugliest Car: A Surprising Choice

29:40 Writing 'The Human in the Machine'

35:19 Advice for Aspiring Writers

38:43 Future Projects and Final Thoughts