{"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":"JBug-Jason Wharton-200+ Volkswagens, Art & a Lifetime in VW Culture Ep76","slug":"jbug-jason-wharton-200-volkswagens-art-a-lifetime-in-vw-culture-ep76","published_at":"2026-08-08T19:50:13+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/dublife-diaries-the-vw-lifestyle-podcast-7190944/jbug-jason-wharton-200-volkswagens-art-a-lifetime-in-vw-culture-ep76","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/0f77b056-eee1-4a0a-a9f9-7ed2ca1a7448","audio_url":"https://audio4.redcircle.com/episodes/0f77b056-eee1-4a0a-a9f9-7ed2ca1a7448/stream.mp3","summary":"What happens when a $300 Volkswagen Beetle at 18 years old turns into a lifelong obsession? Meet Jason Wharton — better known as JBug — a Volkswagen enthusiast, collector, artist, BMX racer, land surveyor, club founder, husband-to-be, and one of the longtime personalities helping shape the VW community. In Episode 76 of DubLife Diaries , we sit down with JBug to hear the story behind nearly three decades of Volkswagen obsession. From his first 1969 Beetle in 1995 to owning more than 200 Volkswagens , Jason shares the cars, people, memories, and experiences that made VW culture such a huge part of his life. We talk about restoring his first Beetle with his dad, growing up around sign painting and art, discovering pinstriping and custom graphics, and how skateboarding, BMX, and Volkswagen culture all became connected along the way. Jason also takes us through the history of Strictly VW's Auto Club , the club he founded in 1998 that has survived for nearly three decades by keeping things simple: good people, cool cars, and absolutely no unnecessary drama. And there's plenty more. We talk about: • Jason's first Volkswagen and the $300 Beetle that started it all • Collecting more than 200 Volkswagens • The cars he wishes he had never sold • Finding and saving Volkswagens that others had given up on • Pinstriping, custom graphics, and his work as a licensed Rat Fink artist • BMX racing, skateboarding, and their connection to VW culture • Balancing a 25-year career as a land surveyor with his creative pursuits • The history and philosophy behind Strictly VW's Auto Club • Building a welcoming, drama-free Volkswagen community • His eight kids and his family's role in his VW journey • His upcoming Volkswagen-themed wedding, \"Pistons and Rings\" • His current 1964 Single Cab proje…","meta_description":"What happens when a $300 Volkswagen Beetle at 18 years old turns into a lifelong obsession? 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