Ep 363 Jbugs.com's Sam Mebane

Ep 363 Jbugs.com's Sam Mebane

From Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast by Bill Tsagrinos

June 19, 2026 · 1h 8m

About this episode

Sam Mebane shares his personal journey and the history of JBugs in the VW community.

If you've spent any time watching the popular how-to videos from JBugs , you've probably seen Sam Mebane and his son Nathan working side-by-side, sharing their passion for air-cooled Volkswagens while helping enthusiasts keep their classic VWs on the road. From restoration projects and maintenance tutorials to building Nathan's own Volkswagen, the father-and-son team has become a familiar and trusted source of knowledge for the VW community. In this episode of Let's Talk Dubs , Sam shares a deeply personal story that goes far beyond Volkswagens. From a childhood spent in foster care to discovering purpose, building a successful career, and creating a life on his own terms, Sam's journey is one of perseverance, determination, and faith. His story is a powerful reminder that where you start in life doesn't have to determine where you finish. We also get into the history of JBugs, exploring how the company grew from a small mail-order Volkswagen parts business into one of the most recognized and influential names in the air-cooled VW industry. Sam discusses the evolution of the hobby, the challenges of serving a passionate customer base, and how JBugs has adapted through decades of…

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Host: Bill Tsagrinos

Guest: Sam Mebane

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Organizations: JBugs, Volkswagen

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