{"podcast":{"title":"DubLife Diaries The VW Lifestyle Podcast","slug":"dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944","podcast_index_feed_id":7190944,"rss_url":"https://feeds.redcircle.com/ca6c52db-edf9-430a-bee7-67ab4d95d0ae","website_url":"https://redcircle.com/shows/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast","image_url":"https://media.redcircle.com/images/2026/3/30/17/a1d92dc3-39ef-43c6-8144-fcc9d879b69a_DubLifeCoverNew.jpg","author":"Joe Person","episode_count":82,"summary":"Welcome to DubLife Diaries – the ultimate podcast for Volkswagen enthusiasts and anyone who loves a good story! Dive into the world of classic VW culture as we celebrate the passion, creativity, and community that make these iconic cars so special. From vintage Beetles and Buses to Karmann Ghias and Things, we spotlight the unique stories of individuals and families who use these vehicles to drive their dreams. Each episode features inspiring interviews with VW lovers, business owners, and hobbyists who’ve turned their passion for Volkswagens into a way of life. Hear about their journeys, challenges, and successes—and of course, the role these timeless cars play in it all. Whether you’re a lifelong “dubber,” just discovering the VW world, or simply love hearing amazing stories, DubLife Diaries is for you! New episodes drop regularly. Hit that subscribe button and join us as we ride through the heart of the Volkswagen community. Let’s roll! 🎙️ Host: Joe Person - A lifelong VW enthusiast with a love for connecting with incredible people 🚗 Topics: Classic Volkswagen culture, stories, and community 📅 Follow for updates","last_synced_at":"2026-09-20T12:17:33.942061+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944"},"episode":{"title":"From Skate Parks to Dubsplash: Mark Laue’s Journey Through VW Culture Ep79","slug":"from-skate-parks-to-dubsplash-mark-laue-s-journey-through-vw-culture-ep79","published_at":"2026-08-29T13:40:45+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944/from-skate-parks-to-dubsplash-mark-laue-s-journey-through-vw-culture-ep79","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944","url":"https://redcircle.com/shows/ca6c52db-edf9-430a-bee7-67ab4d95d0ae/episodes/00a6b56b-37e2-49b7-9a05-8d9721d26947","audio_url":"https://audio4.redcircle.com/episodes/00a6b56b-37e2-49b7-9a05-8d9721d26947/stream.mp3","summary":"In this episode 79 of DubLife Diaries , we sit down with Mark Laue , one of the founders of Dubsplash, to talk about Volkswagens, skateboarding, business, community, and what it really takes to build a successful car show. Mark takes us back to his early days growing up in Southern California, discovering Volkswagens as a teenager, and balancing his love of cars with skateboarding and hockey. His passion for skateboarding eventually led him into the skate park business, where he helped build and operate parks across California and Texas. From there, Mark found his way into the Volkswagen event world and helped grow Dubsplash into one of the premier Volkswagen gatherings in the country, now drawing hundreds of cars, thousands of attendees, and dozens of vendors. We talk about how Dubsplash evolved, the challenges of putting on large-scale VW events, the impact of social media and YouTube on the Volkswagen hobby, and why keeping the community welcoming and inclusive matters. Mark also shares his thoughts on the future of VW culture, supporting younger enthusiasts, leadership, sponsorships, and the importance of simply stepping back and appreciating what you've built. Whether you're into air-cooled Volkswagens, VW shows, skateboarding, event promotion, or the community behind the cars , this is an episode you won't want to miss. Follow Dubsplash: dubsplash.com Episode Topics: Volkswagen • Dubsplash • VW Shows • Air-Cooled VW • Classic Volkswagen • Skateboarding • Skate Parks • Car Culture • VW Community • Event Promotion • Volkswagen Events • VW Lifestyle Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast/donations","meta_description":"In this episode 79 of DubLife Diaries , we sit down with Mark Laue , one of the founders of Dubsplash, to talk about Volkswagens, skateboarding, business,…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":5105,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944/episodes/from-skate-parks-to-dubsplash-mark-laue-s-journey-through-vw-culture-ep79/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944/from-skate-parks-to-dubsplash-mark-laue-s-journey-through-vw-culture-ep79.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}