DeepSummary
Jerry Wayne Longmire introduces his new podcast series, The Reckon Yard Podcast, where he aims to explore his lifelong fascination with automobiles and mechanical things, and whether it stems from his upbringing in a junkyard or has genetic roots. He recounts his fondest memories of a 1971 Dodge Charger that his father owned when he was a child, describing the car's unique qualities and his father's meticulous restoration of the engine.
Longmire shares anecdotes about his father's passion for cars, particularly Chrysler products, and the sacrifices he made to support the family, such as driving long distances for work and eventually having to sell the beloved Charger. Despite their sometimes-strained relationship, Longmire expresses gratitude for his father's efforts and sacrifices.
The episode concludes with Longmire inviting listeners to join him on his journey of exploring the mechanical objects that have shaped his life, promising a diverse range of topics in future episodes, from cars to airplanes. He encourages audience engagement and feedback, aiming to connect with like-minded individuals who share his passion for mechanical pursuits.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- The podcast aims to explore the origins of Jerry Wayne Longmire's lifelong fascination with automobiles and mechanical things.
- Longmire's father's 1971 Dodge Charger played a significant role in sparking his love for cars from a young age.
- Despite a sometimes-strained relationship, Longmire acknowledges and appreciates the sacrifices his father made for their family.
- Longmire's father was a skilled mechanic who meticulously restored the Charger's engine using junkyard parts.
- The podcast series aims to connect with like-minded individuals who share Longmire's passion for mechanical pursuits.
- Future episodes will explore various mechanical objects, including cars, airplanes, and others that shaped Longmire's journey.
- Longmire encourages audience engagement and feedback to foster a community around the podcast.
- The podcast offers a nostalgic and personal perspective on Longmire's connection with automobiles and mechanics.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I just remember liking it. I just remember the first time I saw that car, I liked it. It had a spooler on it, like a race car. Didn't nobody else's daddy have no spoiler like a race car, you know, on their car?“ by Jerry Wayne Longmire
- “Whether me and him have ever agreed on everything, I can tell you this. He's sure done a lot for me, and he sure done a lot for my mama, and he sure done a lot for my sister.“ by Jerry Wayne Longmire
- “He'd tear that engine down to nothing, rebuilt it with a gasket kit and the resources of pop all wrecking yard right there in our backyard.“ by Jerry Wayne Longmire
- “I'm trying to find the people whose brain works like mine so we can discover what's next for us.“ by Jerry Wayne Longmire
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The Reckon Yard Podcast
Jerry Wayne Longmire
6/17/24
JW recalls a Dodge Charger his father owned and the stories behind the man and the car.