# Live with Jay Mohr from Adam’s Car Show

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Podcast: [Adam Carolla Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/adam-carolla-show-7284712)
Published: 2026-04-21T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Adam Carolla and Jay Mohr tour the Newman race car collection while riffing on the absurdity of modern celebrity culture. The conversation shifts from vintage automotive engineering to sharp critiques of current political scandals and media accountability.

## Highlights
- Main idea: A deep dive into the history of Paul Newman's racing cars and the technical nuances of vintage engines
- Failure mode: The breakdown of accountability in political accounting errors and the rise of unregulated industries
- Practical takeaway: The value of maintaining 'old school' public access energy in a fragmented media landscape
- Main idea: Critiquing the lack of transparency in modern political fundraising and PAC activities
- Failure mode: The danger of political figures hiding behind 'safety' or 'policy' to mask fraudulent behavior

## Topics

Paul Newman, Jay Mohr, Automotive History, Political Scandals, Public Access TV, Media Criticism, Race Car Engineering, Political Accountability

## Chapters
- 8:40 — The Newman Collection: Adam and Jay explore the collection of Paul Newman's racing cars and discuss the technical specs of vintage engines.
- 16:20 — The Death of Public Access: A nostalgic look at the era of live, unpolished public access television and the loss of spontaneous comedy.
- 23:30 — Automotive Deep Cuts: Discussing the nuances of racing history, including the influence of figures like Sam Posey on the sport.
- 38:30 — The Cost of Regulation: A discussion on how industry regulation, specifically in the funeral industry, has driven up consumer costs.
- 53:20 — Political Competence: A critique of modern political leadership and the perceived lack of intelligence in legislative decision-making.
- 1:08:20 — Accountability and Fraud: Analyzing the lack of repercussions for political figures and the difficulty of uncovering financial misconduct.
- 1:32:10 — Cultural Identity and Symbols: A debate on the use of symbols in public spaces and the importance of inclusive, non-exclusive environments.

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