Listen "Episode 110 - Kendra Calleja from Deadly Kustom Upholstery"
Episode Synopsis
This episode runs a little longer than usual—but trust us, it’s worth every minute. We sit down with Kendra Calleja to trace her incredible path from growing up around BMX bikes and a family in the motorcycle scene, to falling in love with hot rods, rockabilly culture, and eventually meeting her husband through the car world.Kendra shares how she launched her own upholstery shop, starting with her very first project: the interior of her beloved ’56 Ford. She opens up about the challenges of tackling her husband’s pristine white interior in “Poison Ivy,” and what it’s really like to work as a husband-and-wife team in the scene.We dig into the joy of learning from older generations, hearing their stories, and keeping the craft alive. Plus, Kendra gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the highs and hurdles of upholstery work—and why, in the end, it’s all worth it.Be sure to check out Kendra's work on Instagram!THANKS FOR LISTENING!LIKE, SHARE AND DOWNLOAD!www.hotrodhangout.com
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