Episode 013: Jarod Deanda - The MF Show

On this episode of The MF Show, hosts Jerry Zaiden and Richard Waitas sit down with announcer, host, and all-around car culture ambassador Jarod DeAnda. Known worldwide for his unmistakable energy and his signature voice, Jarod has spent more than two decades bringing fans closer to the action, from drifting to rallycross and beyond.

We dive into Jarod’s journey from a passionate fan in the stands to building his career behind-the-mic, shaping how audiences experience Formula Drift from its early days to its rise as a global phenomenon. He shares stories from traveling the world to represent car culture at the highest level and how his work has helped evolve rallycross, off-road, and the larger motorsports industry. Jarod talks about his love for building cars and why staying true to the culture matters now more than ever.

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On The MF Show, Jerry and Richard are bringing in some of the biggest names in the automotive industry—from legendary racers like Mario Andretti and Ivan Stewart to visionary builders and designers like Chip Foose and Jimmy Shine. Follow along and listen in on the untold stories of these industry giants, and the industry as a whole.

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