
Bonus Episode: Hot Rod Day w/ Muddy Grimes
06/13/24 • 46 min
Welcome to another DayStrider Bonus Episode. Podcaster Muddy Grimes and I get in depth about Hot Rod Day, and he shares some fun stories about how he was tinkering with cars from a very young age! He also shares the story of how he got that unique nickname (his real name is Brett Miller). You are sure to be entertained - so grab an adult beverage of your choice and find a comfy seat in the back yard or deck and enjoy!
Cheers!
This DayStrider Bonus Episode features the full-length interview that was highlighted on June 11th: Escape from Alcatraz. In that episode you will hear some ingenious ideas some prisoners came up with as they planned their escape from an escape-proof prison! After that, you can revisit a wonderful family movie from the early 1980’s that happens to remain one of the best movies of all time.
Enjoy!
If you’d like to listen to Muddy’s Garage, the podcast, or find his facebook page, you can use these links (they worked in mid 2024 - not sure how long the links will be available):
- Link to Muddy’s podcast on Spotify
- Link to Muddy Garage Facebook page
Text me your favorite time travel movie!!!
~~~ DayStrider Fun ~~~
Do you want to be mentioned here in the podcast? Or do you want me to do a shout-out for a loved one? All you need to do is send me an e-mail: [email protected]
Better yet, you can record your own shout-out by leaving me a voice message using this SpeakPipe link
Do you have a story that you wish to share? Join me as a guest and let’s tell the world together! Once again, just send me an e-mail or find me here on Facebook: Truman Pastworthy
If you had as much fun listening as I did creating this episode, please click "follow" in your favorite podcast platform . . . oh . . . and even better - why not share it with a friend (or three)! I’m betting you know just the perfect person who would enjoy today’s stories!
If you feel adventurous, how 'bout writing a great review? :-)
Welcome to another DayStrider Bonus Episode. Podcaster Muddy Grimes and I get in depth about Hot Rod Day, and he shares some fun stories about how he was tinkering with cars from a very young age! He also shares the story of how he got that unique nickname (his real name is Brett Miller). You are sure to be entertained - so grab an adult beverage of your choice and find a comfy seat in the back yard or deck and enjoy!
Cheers!
This DayStrider Bonus Episode features the full-length interview that was highlighted on June 11th: Escape from Alcatraz. In that episode you will hear some ingenious ideas some prisoners came up with as they planned their escape from an escape-proof prison! After that, you can revisit a wonderful family movie from the early 1980’s that happens to remain one of the best movies of all time.
Enjoy!
If you’d like to listen to Muddy’s Garage, the podcast, or find his facebook page, you can use these links (they worked in mid 2024 - not sure how long the links will be available):
- Link to Muddy’s podcast on Spotify
- Link to Muddy Garage Facebook page
Text me your favorite time travel movie!!!
~~~ DayStrider Fun ~~~
Do you want to be mentioned here in the podcast? Or do you want me to do a shout-out for a loved one? All you need to do is send me an e-mail: [email protected]
Better yet, you can record your own shout-out by leaving me a voice message using this SpeakPipe link
Do you have a story that you wish to share? Join me as a guest and let’s tell the world together! Once again, just send me an e-mail or find me here on Facebook: Truman Pastworthy
If you had as much fun listening as I did creating this episode, please click "follow" in your favorite podcast platform . . . oh . . . and even better - why not share it with a friend (or three)! I’m betting you know just the perfect person who would enjoy today’s stories!
If you feel adventurous, how 'bout writing a great review? :-)
Previous Episode

Jun 11th: Escape From Alcatraz
June 11th is a day that proves “where there’s a will, there’s a way” because of the ingenious events and creations that occurred today in history! Fun stories include:
- An adventurous tale of patience and creativity that led to the impossible: Escape From Alcatraz? Did they make it out?
- Fun Facts about one of the most popular movies of all-time - and why it never had a sequel!
- Hear from podcaster Muddy Grimes as he celebrates his passion - loud & fast cars - for Hot Rod Day.
If it's a special day for you or for someone you care about, why not learn a little more about today by listening to some fun, engaging stories. You’ll find yourself a little smarter AND have some great stories you can re-tell! If you need some great gift ideas, we have those too (along with links to where you can find them on Amazon).
Today’s show includes a special guest - Muddy Grimes. A link to his show can be found below. (this link worked in mid 2024 - not sure how long the links will be available):
- Link to Muddy’s podcast on Spotify
- Link to Muddy Garage Facebook page
Gift ideas for folks who celebrate June 11th:
- Have you seen the movie Escape From Alcatraz? Have you visited? Coffee table books and wall decor are interesting gift ideas.
- E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial was an amazing movie. In the show, I mentioned a bobble head - there’s also other stuff!
- Get loud & proud on Hot Rod Day with this Hawaiian shirt, or check out Hot Rod magazines and various other stuff!
- To celebrate Joe Montanta’s birthday, there’s lots of cool stuff available.
- I also mentioned Peter Dinklage’s birthday - he has a number of movies as well as some fun Tyrion Lannister stuff available from G.O.T.
- To celebrate German Chocolate Cake Day, there are some fun mixes to gift.
Full disclosure: If you use these gift idea links and make
Text me your favorite time travel movie!!!
~~~ DayStrider Fun ~~~
Do you want to be mentioned here in the podcast? Or do you want me to do a shout-out for a loved one? All you need to do is send me an e-mail: [email protected]
Better yet, you can record your own shout-out by leaving me a voice message using this SpeakPipe link
Do you have a story that you wish to share? Join me as a guest and let’s tell the world together! Once again, just send me an e-mail or find me here on Facebook: Truman Pastworthy
If you had as much fun listening as I did creating this episode, please click "follow" in your favorite podcast platform . . . oh . . . and even better - why not share it with a friend (or three)! I’m betting you know just the perfect person who would enjoy today’s stories!
If you feel adventurous, how 'bout writing a great review? :-)
Next Episode

Jun 25th: Wanna Noodle on Catfish Day?
June 25th is a Bucket List Triple Threat because of the fun things and interesting places that originated on this day in history! Today’s stories include:
- A celebration of Catfish Day - do you know what “Catfish Noodling” is?
- How the diary ponderings of a newly minted teenager became an international symbol, inspiring millions of readers
- Celebrating the birth of a world famous architect and his iconic masterpiece
If it's a special day for you or for someone you care about, why not learn a little more about today by listening to some fun, engaging stories. You’ll find yourself a little smarter and have some great stories you can re-tell - AND - have three things you can add to your bucket list! If you need some great gift ideas, we have those too (along with links to where you can find them on Amazon).
Today’s show mentions three bucket list items, some official links are provided here for you. (this link worked in mid 2024 - not sure how long the links will be available):
- Link to one of Hannah’s videos
- Link to the Anne Frank House museum
- Link to La Sagrada Familia basilica
Gift ideas for folks who celebrate June 25th:
- Celebrating Catfish Day with a shirt or hat will be sure to spark conversations everywhere you go.
- Anne Frank’s inspiring Diary is a great gift if your loved one is a reader - or if they like coffee table books.
- Sticking with that theme, coffee table books featuring Antoni Gaudi’s impressive works are nice. Perhaps some mosaic wall decor in his style is a better option?
- There’s lots of cool stuff to celebrate famous birthdays from today featuring Ricky Gervais, Linda Cardellini, George Orwell and George Michael.
- Similarly, there are fun gift options to celebrate today’s holidays: Goat’s Cheese Day, Strawberry Parfait Day, and Leon Day.
Full disclosure: If you use these gift ide
Text me your favorite time travel movie!!!
~~~ DayStrider Fun ~~~
Do you want to be mentioned here in the podcast? Or do you want me to do a shout-out for a loved one? All you need to do is send me an e-mail: [email protected]
Better yet, you can record your own shout-out by leaving me a voice message using this SpeakPipe link
Do you have a story that you wish to share? Join me as a guest and let’s tell the world together! Once again, just send me an e-mail or find me here on Facebook: Truman Pastworthy
If you had as much fun listening as I did creating this episode, please click "follow" in your favorite podcast platform . . . oh . . . and even better - why not share it with a friend (or three)! I’m betting you know just the perfect person who would enjoy today’s stories!
If you feel adventurous, how 'bout writing a great review? :-)
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