web01.fireside.fm Wed, 06 May 2026 21:00:43 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Unnamed Automotive Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Odyssey” https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/tags/odyssey Sun, 14 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 Every week automotive journalists Benjamin and Sami review cars and get weird, and funny, and honest, about the automotive industry. en-us episodic Cars, trucks, and a weird sense of humor. Unnamed Automotive Podcast Every week automotive journalists Benjamin and Sami review cars and get weird, and funny, and honest, about the automotive industry. no cars, trucks, automotive, comedy, driving, EV, car reviews, truck reviews, EV reviews, electric vehicles, automobiles, journalism Unnamed Automotive Podcast benjamin@benjaminhunting.com Episode 430: 2026 Chrysler Pacifica, 2026 Honda Odyssey https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/430 c3fd0ca6-d08b-48d5-b38c-620774c04245 Sun, 14 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 Unnamed Automotive Podcast full Unnamed Automotive Podcast This week, the Unnamed Automotive Podcast discusses a pair of minivans, (almost half the segment in one episode!) Sami starts things off with a review of the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica AWD which has cool seats and a nice engine, but a few small concerns stop him short from outright recommending it. Then Benjamin chimes in with his review of the 2026 Honda Odyssey, which lacks AWD and cool seats, but has a few traits that saw Benjamin struggling to return this Japanese three-row. Finally Benjamin shares a fun/scary story of a media event where safety came second (or maybe third) on the priority list. Thanks for listening! 55:25 no <p>The show starts off with Sami's review of the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica AWD, which boasts a peachy engine and cool seats that can hide away for more storage as needed, but Sami points out there are more than a few concerns with the American company's minivan, and it may be starting to feel a bit old these days. </p> <p>Then Benjamin reviews the 2026 Honda Odyssey, which he pilots through a pair of hefty snowstorms. Though it lacks the all-wheel-drive and versatile seats of the Pacifica, he has more than few reasons to recommend this mighty minivan.</p> <p>Finally, Benjamin regales us with a tale of a near-death experience that he almost forgot about until reminded by Sami and a Facebook memory. Thanks for listening!! </p> Chrysler, Pacifica, Honda, Odyssey, Jaguar, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan talk, minivans, phev, , suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks The show starts off with Sami's review of the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica AWD, which boasts a peachy engine and cool seats that can hide away for more storage as needed, but Sami points out there are more than a few concerns with the American company's minivan, and it may be starting to feel a bit old these days.

Then Benjamin reviews the 2026 Honda Odyssey, which he pilots through a pair of hefty snowstorms. Though it lacks the all-wheel-drive and versatile seats of the Pacifica, he has more than few reasons to recommend this mighty minivan.

Finally, Benjamin regales us with a tale of a near-death experience that he almost forgot about until reminded by Sami and a Facebook memory. Thanks for listening!!

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]]> The show starts off with Sami's review of the 2026 Chrysler Pacifica AWD, which boasts a peachy engine and cool seats that can hide away for more storage as needed, but Sami points out there are more than a few concerns with the American company's minivan, and it may be starting to feel a bit old these days.

Then Benjamin reviews the 2026 Honda Odyssey, which he pilots through a pair of hefty snowstorms. Though it lacks the all-wheel-drive and versatile seats of the Pacifica, he has more than few reasons to recommend this mighty minivan.

Finally, Benjamin regales us with a tale of a near-death experience that he almost forgot about until reminded by Sami and a Facebook memory. Thanks for listening!!

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]]> Episode 404: 2025 Honda Odyssey Black Edition, 2025 Cadillac CT5, Slate EV Pickup https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/404 9b8f915b-3d66-42f3-886e-18955b3b8e12 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400 Unnamed Automotive Podcast full Unnamed Automotive Podcast This weeks episode stays immediately flies off the seat rails, but the guys reel it back to provide a pair of fun reviews. Sami starts the show off with his take on the 2025 Honda Odyssey, a minivan that lacks the hybrid or all-wheel-drive flair of its rivals, but still feels plenty family friendly. Then Benjamin takes the 2025 Cadillac CT5 out for a spin, urging luxury car buyers to give it a look before signing a crippling contract with a European or Japanese brand. Finally the show discusses the new, affordable and customizable Slate EV pickup. 55:57 no <p>Why isn't a minivan considered a "long roof"? Why don't we name all cars based on their roofs? What's the right plural of roof? These questions and more are answered this week on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast! The show starts off with a review of the 2025 Honda Odyssey minivan, as Sami wonders why this Japanese van lacks the fun features many of its rivals have (and explains where the HondaVac went to.) But he comes across loving its single-minded approach to family transportation. What's holding the Odyssey, and other minivans, from getting widepsread appreciation? The guys give you the definitive answer.</p> <p>Then Benjamn shares his thoughts on the 2025 Cadillac CT5 - the entry-level model to boot! A tweener sedan with a high-tech cabin, the CT5 is likely missing on many buyers short-lists, but Ben says it may have earned a spot among those checking out smaller and less featured European options.</p> <p>Finally, our guys talk about the new Slate EV, a bare-bones $25,000 EV pickup a ton of customizability. Is this what people want? Let us know through our contact form or reach out to us on social media!</p> <p>See Sami's <a href="https://www.autotrader.ca/editorial/20250526/2025-honda-odyssey-review" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Review of the 2025 Honda Odyssey at AutoTrader.ca</a> </p> Honda, Odyssey, Cadillac, CT5, Slate, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan, minivan talk, minivans, phev, suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks Why isn't a minivan considered a "long roof"? Why don't we name all cars based on their roofs? What's the right plural of roof? These questions and more are answered this week on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast! The show starts off with a review of the 2025 Honda Odyssey minivan, as Sami wonders why this Japanese van lacks the fun features many of its rivals have (and explains where the HondaVac went to.) But he comes across loving its single-minded approach to family transportation. What's holding the Odyssey, and other minivans, from getting widepsread appreciation? The guys give you the definitive answer.

Then Benjamn shares his thoughts on the 2025 Cadillac CT5 - the entry-level model to boot! A tweener sedan with a high-tech cabin, the CT5 is likely missing on many buyers short-lists, but Ben says it may have earned a spot among those checking out smaller and less featured European options.

Finally, our guys talk about the new Slate EV, a bare-bones $25,000 EV pickup a ton of customizability. Is this what people want? Let us know through our contact form or reach out to us on social media!

See Sami's Review of the 2025 Honda Odyssey at AutoTrader.ca

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]]> Why isn't a minivan considered a "long roof"? Why don't we name all cars based on their roofs? What's the right plural of roof? These questions and more are answered this week on the Unnamed Automotive Podcast! The show starts off with a review of the 2025 Honda Odyssey minivan, as Sami wonders why this Japanese van lacks the fun features many of its rivals have (and explains where the HondaVac went to.) But he comes across loving its single-minded approach to family transportation. What's holding the Odyssey, and other minivans, from getting widepsread appreciation? The guys give you the definitive answer.

Then Benjamn shares his thoughts on the 2025 Cadillac CT5 - the entry-level model to boot! A tweener sedan with a high-tech cabin, the CT5 is likely missing on many buyers short-lists, but Ben says it may have earned a spot among those checking out smaller and less featured European options.

Finally, our guys talk about the new Slate EV, a bare-bones $25,000 EV pickup a ton of customizability. Is this what people want? Let us know through our contact form or reach out to us on social media!

See Sami's Review of the 2025 Honda Odyssey at AutoTrader.ca

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]]> Episode 304: 2023 Toyota Sienna XSE AWD, 2023 Honda Odyssey https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/304 66bf2b39-30c7-4763-93a5-6c4cf50d6cb6 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0500 Unnamed Automotive Podcast full Unnamed Automotive Podcast Its vanapalooza this week at the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, as Benjamin and Sami have a frank and fun discussion about two of the four family-friendly minivans on the market. Benjamin talks about the 2023 Toyota Sienna and its, uh, quirky powertrain, while Sami recounts his experience in the 2023 Honda Odyssey and its funky tech. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe! 46:21 no <p>We hope you have a surgeon on speed-dial because this weeks episode of the Unnamed Automotive Podcast is entirely DEEP CUTS! Especially if you're familiar with the concept of GROWING UP! It's fun times in minivans here starting with Benjamin's review of the 2023 Toyota Sienna, with its funky design, hybrid powertrain and approachable pricing. In-between jokes about old vans and weird names, Benjamin explains that his time in the Toyota wasn't without incident, so be sure to listen to his whole experience to get the entire picture. </p> <p>Then Sami gets his fun captured by the CabinWatch camera found in the 2023 Honda Odyssey, which has lost its killer suction-related app but gained a few other weird gimmicks. With 280 VTEC ponies on tap, this minivan is a screamer, or at least its passengers were certainly making some noise! Hear how practical this minivan is and why minivans aren't getting so much love these days. </p> <p>If you enjoyed this weeks episode be sure to subscribe and review us using your favorite podcast client. Thanks for listening! </p> Toyota, Sienna, Honda, Odyssey, minivan, car talk, truck talk, SUV talk, EV talk, minivan talk, car podcast, truck podcast, EV podcast, SUV podcast, minivan podcast We hope you have a surgeon on speed-dial because this weeks episode of the Unnamed Automotive Podcast is entirely DEEP CUTS! Especially if you're familiar with the concept of GROWING UP! It's fun times in minivans here starting with Benjamin's review of the 2023 Toyota Sienna, with its funky design, hybrid powertrain and approachable pricing. In-between jokes about old vans and weird names, Benjamin explains that his time in the Toyota wasn't without incident, so be sure to listen to his whole experience to get the entire picture.

Then Sami gets his fun captured by the CabinWatch camera found in the 2023 Honda Odyssey, which has lost its killer suction-related app but gained a few other weird gimmicks. With 280 VTEC ponies on tap, this minivan is a screamer, or at least its passengers were certainly making some noise! Hear how practical this minivan is and why minivans aren't getting so much love these days.

If you enjoyed this weeks episode be sure to subscribe and review us using your favorite podcast client. Thanks for listening!

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  • Volkswagen's Anti-Baby "Routan Boom" Ads Are Better Left Forgotten — Despite being crushed by a cavalcade of indifference, the Volkswagen Routan did manage to bring us something that the Grand Caravan never achieved. We're referring, of course, to the "Routan Boom," perhaps the most unhinged advertising campaign of the of its time, and certainly the strangest bit of celebrity fertility shaming Brooke Shields ever committed to film.
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]]> We hope you have a surgeon on speed-dial because this weeks episode of the Unnamed Automotive Podcast is entirely DEEP CUTS! Especially if you're familiar with the concept of GROWING UP! It's fun times in minivans here starting with Benjamin's review of the 2023 Toyota Sienna, with its funky design, hybrid powertrain and approachable pricing. In-between jokes about old vans and weird names, Benjamin explains that his time in the Toyota wasn't without incident, so be sure to listen to his whole experience to get the entire picture.

Then Sami gets his fun captured by the CabinWatch camera found in the 2023 Honda Odyssey, which has lost its killer suction-related app but gained a few other weird gimmicks. With 280 VTEC ponies on tap, this minivan is a screamer, or at least its passengers were certainly making some noise! Hear how practical this minivan is and why minivans aren't getting so much love these days.

If you enjoyed this weeks episode be sure to subscribe and review us using your favorite podcast client. Thanks for listening!

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  • Volkswagen's Anti-Baby "Routan Boom" Ads Are Better Left Forgotten — Despite being crushed by a cavalcade of indifference, the Volkswagen Routan did manage to bring us something that the Grand Caravan never achieved. We're referring, of course, to the "Routan Boom," perhaps the most unhinged advertising campaign of the of its time, and certainly the strangest bit of celebrity fertility shaming Brooke Shields ever committed to film.
  • Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi — Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
]]> Episode 60: 2018 Acura TLX A Spec, 2018 Honda Odyssey, Listener Questions, Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Supercars https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/60 1068654e-f7f4-46e3-bff7-d1eeb3ae162f Sat, 24 Feb 2018 10:00:00 -0500 Unnamed Automotive Podcast full Unnamed Automotive Podcast Sami gets passionate in his defense of the 2018 Acura TLX A Spec, while Benjamin questions whether Acura has any brand identity at all. Benjamin then discusses the 2018 Honda Odyssey and ponders its place in a world where crossovers and SUVs rule supreme. The pair also answer a listener question about whether the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is an overlooked, and undermarketed, supercar. 47:52 no <p>Chances are you haven't driven the 2018 Acura TLX A Spec, but Sami has, and he's willing to get behind the mid-size luxury sedan's mix of performance and comfort despite Benjamin's misgivings about the Acura brand. Benjamin goes in-depth on his time spent with the 2018 Honda Odyssey, a van wandering the wilderness of SUVs and crossovers in a bid to attract families to its cavernous cabin. The two also discuss the C7 generation Chevrolet Corvette Z06 after a listener asks whether or not the model is overlooked and undermarketed as one of the top supercars of its era. </p> Chances are you haven't driven the 2018 Acura TLX A Spec, but Sami has, and he's willing to get behind the mid-size luxury sedan's mix of performance and comfort despite Benjamin's misgivings about the Acura brand. Benjamin goes in-depth on his time spent with the 2018 Honda Odyssey, a van wandering the wilderness of SUVs and crossovers in a bid to attract families to its cavernous cabin. The two also discuss the C7 generation Chevrolet Corvette Z06 after a listener asks whether or not the model is overlooked and undermarketed as one of the top supercars of its era.

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]]> Chances are you haven't driven the 2018 Acura TLX A Spec, but Sami has, and he's willing to get behind the mid-size luxury sedan's mix of performance and comfort despite Benjamin's misgivings about the Acura brand. Benjamin goes in-depth on his time spent with the 2018 Honda Odyssey, a van wandering the wilderness of SUVs and crossovers in a bid to attract families to its cavernous cabin. The two also discuss the C7 generation Chevrolet Corvette Z06 after a listener asks whether or not the model is overlooked and undermarketed as one of the top supercars of its era.

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