For Legacy NHRA Royalty Melanie Johnson, Speed is in the Blood. Victory is in the DNA.

Buckle in for a turbocharged episode as we catch up with Rutledge Wood—a man whose life runs on horsepower, heart, and hustle. From his down-home roots to adrenaline-fueled racetracks, Rutledge dishes on his return to Mecum, upcoming film and TV adventures, and the possibility of revving up a new take on a fan-favorite car show. With special appearances on the horizon and races that promise rubber-burning thrills, discover what drives him—on the road and in life as we blend fuel-soaked stories, future plans, and the spirit of authentic car culture you won’t want to miss. Connect with Rutledge here: https://therutledgewood.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044356452935Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rutledgewoodX: @RutledgeWoodConnect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars, check out Ford Mustang: The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, on Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

With racing in her blood and her dad turning wrenches beside her in the shop, Adrianna lives and breathes motorsports, from post-race cleanups to race-day intensity. Her first taste of victory came when she charged from ninth to first in her debut non-wing event, and she hasn’t looked back since. Outside the track, she’s a country music fan who loves fishing, spontaneous road trips, and has big dreams of becoming an ER nurse. Equal parts driven and down-to-earth, Adrianna is fast, funny, and fueled by a love for family, speed, and staying humble. Dive deeper into her world, her wins, and what’s fueling her next chapter. Connect with Adrianna here:https://www.facebook.com/kaylee.bunch.98https://www.instagram.com/demartini_racing/Connect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars, check out Ford Mustang: The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, on Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

Keith Martin is a 40-year veteran of the collector car world. As founder of Sports Car Market magazine, he’s written for The New York Times, Automobile, and Road & Track, emceed major concours, hosted the popular show “What’s My Car Worth”, and earned the Lee Iacocca and Edward Herrmann Awards, served on boards for The LeMay Museum and Oregon Ballet Theatre, and he’s passionate about driving his cars. Keith shares insights on auctions, classic car maintenance, and the joy of the hobby across generations. Discover what makes him call the automotive community home and don’t miss his special announcement exclusively for fans of Sports Car Market Magazine! Connect with Keith here:https://www.facebook.com/sportscarmarkethttps://www.sportscarmarket.com/joinhttps://www.facebook.com/sportscarSpecial offer: https://www.sportscarmarket.com/test-driveConnect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars, check out Ford Mustang: The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, on Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

AJ England is the dynamic host of the popular Late Lap Show, a key player in press relations for Europe’s FIA Drag Racing Championship and ARCA/Truck Series, and a sponsorship strategist for 9x world champion tractor puller Joe Eder. As a journalist and proud member of the National Motorsports Press Association, AJ holds credentials in NASCAR, INDYCAR, and NHRA, bringing unparalleled insight to the track.Connect with AJ here:https://www.facebook.com/AaronJEnglandhttps://www.youtube.com/@LateLapx.com/TrackSideAJinstagram.com/LateLapShowConnect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars, check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

Born into drag racing royalty, Melanie Johnson—daughter of legendary NHRA crew chief Alan Johnson and niece of four-time Top Alcohol Dragster champion Blaine Johnson—is fueled by heritage, precision, and an unstoppable drive, now forging her own path toward championship glory. Connect with Melanie here:https://melaniejohnsonracing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573428299117https://www.instagram.com/melaniejohnsonracinghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-johnson-b0b637a8/Connect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars, check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

Kendra Sommer is in an  On-Air Personality at Cruisin With Kendra and CEO at CWK Media. A dynamic and influential figure in the automotive and marine industries, blending her journalism roots with entrepreneurial ventures.  Her work through CWK Media and "Cruisin' with Kendra" continues to shape car culture & promote industry engagement worldwide such as covering the Saudi Crown Prince Car Show in Riyadh Saudi Arabia, to events much closer to home.   With a keen eye for detail, she continues to be tenacious and ambitious delivering a wide range of content, from technical reports to her in depth coverage of SEMA.  Discover the woman who is as easy going as your favorite episode of I love Lucy, or as fierce and driven as a honey badger. Connect with Kendra here: https://www.cruisinwithkendra.com https://www.facebook.com/kendra.sommer https://www.instagram.com/kendrasommer https://www.youtube.com/@KendraSommer  Connect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

Miranda Rumfelt is a trailblazer in the automotive world, proudly standing as the only female owner of a custom vehicle design business in metro Detroit.  Born and raised in The Motor City, her passion for American Muscle cars was ignited at a young age by her family of "wrenchers."  From tagging along with her father Kevin, to car shows and racetracks as his "mini me," to rebuilding engines and painting her own minibike, her life has revolved around automobiles. Her journey took a pivotal turn at age 13 when she enrolled in the DRIVE One Detroit program, where she discovered automotive design and clay sculpting under the guidance of industry mentors. where this early exposure set the foundation for a remarkable career leading her to become a full-time clay sculptor at General Motors Design and the founder of MR Design LLC, where she creates stunning vehicle designs and custom parts.  Connect with Miranda here: https://www.instagram.com/mirandarumfelt https://www.youtube.com/@mirandarumfelt https://www.tiktok.com/@mirandarumfelt https://www.facebook.com/people/Miranda-Rumfelt/100090457860344/ Connect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

Josh Sweeney may not quite be a household name to many, but his work is certainly known by most in the industry. He’s a world class automotive photographer who has provided images of some of the greatest events and shows around the world.  Chances are if you pick up a publication, auction brochure of simply surf the net for the finest automobile example available, you may just be looking at his work!  Connect with Josh here: www.shootfordetails.com https://www.shootfordetails.com/contact https://www.facebook.com/joshuapsweeney Connect with Red Line Oil: www.redline.com Connect with Mecum Auctions: www.Mecum.com Connect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

Abby Hohlbein is a 410-sprint racer who, when not carving up the dirt or the track, is assisting students with disabilities in the classroom, chasing a little white ball around the links, and preparing for college with an amazing major in Motorsports Marketing and Management.Not one to shy away from hard work or getting her hands dirty in the shop, Abby acknowledges the challenges of managing partners and sponsors in the industry by emphasizing the importance of being valuable to each partner, maintaining a good image andbeing accessible to fans while balancing her responsibilities on being a positive role model for young female race car drivers.Connect with Abby here:Website: www.abbyhracing.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbbyHohlbeinRacingX: @AbbyHohlbeinInstagram: www.instagram.com/abbyhohlbeinracing/Connect with Red Line Oil:www.redline.comConnect with Mecum Auctions:www.Mecum.comConnect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services, contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com

From Late night clandestine back road races to a chance meeting with one of the sport’s most well-known names in the sport, Ginger has truly done it all. From the business of motorsports, she has been seated on both sides of the business desk when it comes to sponsorship money. A woman who puts her money where her mouth is, this purveyor of action also holds a Land speed record, a top alcohol dragsters license, an incredible insight into motorsports marketing and is the host & owner of one of the most popular automotive podcasts anywhere, Cars Yeah!  Connect with Ginger:https://carsyeah.comhttps://www.facebook.com/carsyeahpodcasthttps://x.com/CarsYeahPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/carsyeah/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCRVyt2AaFw2PjPOTVPmX5w Connect with Red Line Oil:www.redline.comConnect with Mecum Auctions:www.Mecum.comConnect with JP Emerson: www.jpemerson.comFor more podcasts on cars check out Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast at www.TheMustangPodcast.com, at Apple Podcasts or anywhere you get your podcastsFor more information about sponsorship or advertising on The JP Emerson Show or podcast launch services contact Doug Sandler at [email protected] or visit www.turnkeypodcast.com