Cleetus McFarland Wanted By The IRS & His Racing Empire!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ส.ค. 2022
- From the IRS to negative bank accounts Cleetus McFarland hits the studio today with some incredible stories about what it has taken to build a racing empire!
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Faze rug or Ireland boys
Tanner fox
Y’all should bring NF (Nate feuerstein) I know y’all are friends with him and that would make for a VERY VERY good podcast!
Do it for Dale 3️⃣
Noah, Kentucky ballistics, Logan Paul, whistlindiesel.
Thanks for the opportunity Roman!
Yee yee
Hey Cleetus Yall need to do a couples race. But the passenger gets the gas pedal. Driver has break and have the women drive. It's super fun racing on dirt this way. Just a thought.
@Cleetus McFarland hit up the dale JR DL..
I love it man top 3 episodes to ever be!
I was glad to see you and hear your story Cleetus
I’d love to see jackstand jimmy tell his cleetus story on this podcast.
do you think the story can go that long
@@mcf3778 who cares- everyones story is there own- whether its a 5 minutes story or a 2 hour story
Ohh hell yeah I would love to listen to that.
@@mcf3778 he talks about racing in his old 240 when younger I would love the story start to finish
I agree!
The fact that cleetus literally weighs every decision based on his family/employees shows that he cares absolutely for not himself but for his family/employees. Which is 100% mad respect.
He really is a force of nature. He really cares about people.
Yep. Good people man.
Yeah you see it at events when something happens he is the first person on the scene beating all the saftey crew genuine care is shown from this man
He has a rich daddy. He brings nothing.
@@808bigisland A rich daddy? Where did his dad make all this money then?
What Cleetus might realize or not is that I at least respect him and enjoy his content because he doesn’t deal with drama and conflict. His stuff is fun to watch and enjoyable Bc there isn’t a bunch of BS in it. That’s something to consider, I look up to cleet Bc of how he is able to handle stuff and just have fun and no drama.
I don’t think cleetus will ever see this but this is something I hope he does one day.
What do you work for the IRS or something...
yeah there's some that have the drama for "clicks" about legal issues, oh they stole my car, we busted them with the cops... The typical "influencer" clickbait bs
Cleetus is great.
I stopped watching the clown in this video.
Absolutely. Keep Small hate, much respect. Haters are awful. Stay true to yourself! You have to explain your content to your kids someday.
Why should he care if you respect him? Who are you?
1:13:26 any last words?
Found the rouge.... What's next to destroy on your list?
🤣
Lol good shit
😂 get em! For real though all 3 of you guys are awesome creators and it’s so cool to see y’all collaborate!
You know they make a 6x6 Mercedes truck right?
Cleetus is the most down to earth, generous and all around kind person on TH-cam. Not once have I been to an event with NO trash left behind, until I went to the freedom factory. He has earned hella respect.
Yeah once I saw him fueling up his corvette at the drag strip and the wind casually blew his hat off and I picked it up for him and we briefly spoke. Super genuine guy and will always be one of my favs!
@@vittomarquez1014 OK? Lol
@@BENYEET don't project your jealousy too hard bro
@@BENYEET lol? ok
Cleetus is one of the few channels I actually enjoy and follow. How each friend/employee has become a character development story of its own is pretty cool.
He's so transparent too that's what makes it rad. Everyone who has issues just ignores them or shys away but Cleetus puts it all front and center, like here in his episode he would say like real figures of amounts of money. He does that on his channel too, and when his old partners Cooper and Jeremy sort of went away from the channel he was open and straightforward about that too. I think that's worth a lot and part of why his fans help clean up his racetrack when the events are over.
Garrett is 100% a stand up guy, he's super humble and recognizes everything and everyone that has helped him along his journey.
I first met him in 2017 at 1320s Ice cream cruise, it was awesome! This podcast was a great episode and love that you're a part of Garretts events/life
❤️❤️❤️❤️ Legends
Glad they gave you some love
Youuuuu
Love everything you do Matt much love and respect for all you guys
So looking forward to this podcast. Would love to hear Jackstand Jimmy on also.
Definitely
Jackstand is a legend, He has the attitude and personality to be massive.
@@justinmelton8954 hes a legend if he left instead of cooper i wouldnt of ever watched the channel i love cooper i still watch his channel but james and cleetus are the best
@@mindedchaos I absolutely agree, I would like to see more of James camaro though.
Definitely 100%
WhislinDiesel is playing the old Howard Stern card. "What's he going to do next?", keeps people coming back. He (Howard) built it almost from day one, he was then required to live it. Keep doin' what you're doin', Cleetus and Roman. My 2c anyway.
I liked this interview up until the point where it was insinuated that in order to grow you have to be controversial. I actively seek to eliminate controversy and drama from my life. I got rid of cable TV a long time ago because it was a constant barrage of fake controversy on reality TV and "news" without any journalistic integrity. I deleted facebook and avoid most social media platforms for the same reason. Controversy is exhausting and I know I'm not alone here.
I think Garrett's Cleetus Mcfarland character is successful because it's fun and entertaining, and his content doesn't leave you angry or annoyed after watching his episodes. Cleetus Mcfarland, Stuff Made Here, Smarter Every Day, Cody's lab, etc are all proof that controversy isn't required to to be successful. Continuing growth is a challenge for any business, but generating controversy for the sake of gaining attention isn't the answer.
Very well said 👏.
Incredibly put!
I stopped watching his videos when he started to show he was a huge trump supporter. I lost a little respect for politicizing some of his content.
@@Aaronivas Which video was that?
@@Aaronivas Who you talking about? Cleetus is a non political channel, you must be one of those bots out to destroy peoples reputations because we all know how gullible people on the left are.
Cleet stay away from the hate. Having 3 million subs who watch you because of you creating fun content will keep you around forever. Grass grows fast but dies in a drought. Trees grow slow but can withstand a drought. Stay humble.
Spot on.
Well said.
that’s what i was thinking… the faster you grow the faster you can fall. we see it all the time with streamers and other youtubers and such!
@thelawncarenut in disguise?🤔
Crazy to hear how tight he ran the finances at the time he bought the track, I would have never guessed it was that tight seeing it all happen. Huge respect to you brother.
Right he really risked it .
@@mikereyes6289 for the biscuit. As only Cleeter would do... LOL
There was a time he was selling a lot of stuff including a video camera worth a few hundred? To sell something so little so cheap it was obvious he was scraping the barrel at least to me because I knew the camera didn't have a heck of a lot of value. It's probably worth more to keep than it is to sell used because it functioned.
When he sold the c8 i kinda had an idea. But he believed in himself and invested in what he loves. Crazy how awesome this story is
Makes me feel a lot better about my business. I’ve had a few times where things got tight and considered throwing in the towel but just buckled down and kept going.
I’ve followed ol’ Cleet since before Leroy had an LSA supercharger and have always enjoyed his content. His content has worked for me and millions of others for over 5 years now! Honestly, Cleetus partnering with other youtubers and famous racers is his next big step. Seeing him drift with Vaughn and race stadium trucks with Robby is so exciting! Good luck to your future endeavors Cleet! I wish only the best for you and Mads
Don't forget about the Jolly Roger's crew with the sprint boat racing! It's amazing seeing his progression over the years
100% with standing on Garrett’s side. Been watching since the beginning.
Nothing but great financial and content wise decisions. He has brought a lot of great people in to be a part of his team. The haters and arm chair commenters are a joke at this point. He has absolutely proven he knows without a doubt how to run his ship.
Yes! I fly in to cleetus and cars every November. Cleetus gives so much to the fans. Always a good time
@@PolarisEricson i’ve never been to a november event… let’s meet at his november event this year?
Fun to watch
Yes you guys are legendary!!!!! The risk and dedication, like Garrett said traded a 9-5 for working every hour of his life......
Fun to Watch
Shocked to Listen
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McFarland Vs Whistlin !!
The fuel happener chimes in.
I'm excited to see your next hemi square body video
I would love to hear your story here
I found Cletus's channel when he was swapping motor after motor into Leroy. Then the build up of Neighbor. When he bought Ruby from an auction. I was a hooked fan. Been watching the channel ever since. The only drama I want to see in his videos is the scramble to get the car back together for the next round of racing. That is all the drama needed for us car folk.
It's really interesting hearing Cleat talk about the side of things you don't see on his videos and how big and complex his whole operation is to keep driving his platform to the next level. Especially the financial risks he's gone through to get where he is.
My daughter just came into this world last week. It changes you. I’m truly excited for Cleetus little one.
Yep, your whole world is flipped upside down in the most awesome way. That time will go so fast too. Cherish the time. You'll blink and they will be grown and gone from the nest.
Congrats! Enjoy the ride!
Mazel tov
Congratulations my random internet fren!
@Logging Inc. With that attitude, you might as well never leave your house. That comment has no sense of hope or faith. I hope things get better for you buddy.
Cleetus and Roman could make some epic content. Its amazing how far cleetus has come to now owning a whole freaking race track.
@Marcus Keeler oh look, another perfectly normal, not I’m completely insane person that clicks on a video made by someone they dont like.. Not crazy at all 🤦♂️😆😆
@Marcus Keeler didn't say anything about cleetus needing to improve just simply saying those 2 could make some epic content together. But thanks for sharing your opinion
I watch cleetus because there is no drama there is no politics and no bullshit that gets force feed in our face like other channels and other outlets. It's an escape to see that and I would be bummed if that went away!! Good podcast guys!!
You guys may or may not read this, but I've been following Garrett since the Cleetus video and I knew that he has given his entire soul into building the brand he has today. I have since started my own business as a Franchisee and have been struggling and grinding for two years and I've felt so alone. To know that my biggest inspiration, a person I highly regard and look up to, a man that has probably saved my life simply by making fun content that I watch to keep my depression from getting to me, to know that he has gone through worse struggles and overcame them makes me feel so confident that my business will thrive. This was awesome to see, super relateable and so inspiring. Thank you for the awesome show.
Bouncing a check to the three letter agency is in fact a big deal. Garrett is a truly good guy. I wish him all the success in the world.
31:10 “Hard times create strong men, strong men create good times, good times create weak men, and weak men create hard times.” The quote, from a postapocalyptic novel by the author G. Michael Hopf
Never mind that actual quote is
My grandpa walked 10 miles to work. My dad walked 5 I drive a Cadillac to work. My son drives a Ferrari to work. My grandson drives a Lamborghini. My great grandson will walk again.
We seen Cleetus at his track in Bradenton a couple weeks ago and loved it!! I wish my son could have met you that day. When you came up to the fence his smile grew! Hes a big fan!
Watched Roman when I was like 11 and fell off, grew up and started watching cleetus the past couple years. Wild seeing these two legends sit down and talk. Two eras of TH-cam.
The moment Garret said “how is this going to affect my employees “? Is the reason I can continue to watch and support his channel. I have recently started a channel for my son 9yo to capture what he loves doing much like you both. Keep up the solid work and content.
you should check out sleeperdudes channel its him and his family and 10 yo son just loves cars
Stay true to yourself Cleetus, Almost 4 million subs with no hate. Hold your head high and don't listen to the noise.
Hear is some hate. Roman is an idiot. Hate only gets you fans that are there for the hate. Who cares if you grow super fast and get massive. Plenty of influencers avoid that shit and do fine.
not exactly.
I love hearing about his supportive family. You just know he's going to be a great dad himself.
Always wanted to see cleetus in a podcast format, what a great story. Such a well deserved success story. So many TH-camrs bringing the racing scene back and I absolutely love it.
My take after listening to this for 90 minutes: I have a new respect for Cleetus, and Roman has a new subscriber.
Same
Same
i used to watch cleetus when he was first starting out. its crazy how much money people seem to get on youtube and almost anyone can do it if you have the right formula.
Theres a fair bit of luck involved too.
@@ImTheJoker4u yeah thats true too.
Roman! 100% brother. Speak your mind. Im a 42 year old dad of 3 little girls under 6 and 3 boys over 13 and I want them to see their dad strong and speak for what he stands for. Good on you for calling that out in yourself and wanting to change it. Youre an inspiration to me personally brother. God Bless your podcast and your family brother.
I needed that IRS Story from Cleetus today. I don't have IRS trouble but the stress of being self employed has been all over me and seeing him dealing with the same kinda stuff made me feel WAY better. Its not just me dealing with this crap and it does always work out.
Don't pay those fuckers, I don't.
44:46 is where the IRS talk starts for anyone that is interested!
Not all hero’s wear capes
Not all capes wear heroes
THANK YOU, i will watch the whole thing tomorrow but i just wanted to see this part when i saw it pop up. Never watched this channel before
@@gunsandmachinesenthusiast dude I thought I would get bored I'm enjoying it. And I'm very scattered brain lol
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I'm a pharmacist trying to escape the 9-5 with automotive youtube haha, it's a lot more exciting! got a ways to go, thanks for all the inspiration!
I'm not a pod cast guy and have never been one, but this pod cast is growing on me. Very nicely done.
The fact that he made sure his employees were paid before himself shows just how much of a legend this guy is. Well done Garrett, keep up the good work man!
GOLDEN!!!!!! Garrett needs to continue his path and keep doing him. He may not be exploding on YT growth but he is growing with solid integrity.
Best Podcast yet. Garrett is such a genuine bloke. Can tell you two are now lifelong friends.
Stay drama free Cleetus. It's my favorite thing about the channel. I cant even count the channels I've stopped watching because they turn into drama queens
I agree I think drama for the sake of drama is not cool unless it's authentic.
I honestly absolutely love and respect Cleetus for the way he makes content, NOT pushing the controversy button, it would be an instant out for me if he ever went down that road consistently, he just does a ton of cool stuff, makes mistakes doing so, does a ton of stupid stuff as well, and just rolls with it, and lets us enjoy it as well. Nothing but love for Cleetus!
Kyle Loftis is one of the most genuine guys! Proud to be from the same place as both him and Cleetus!
Proud to be from Omaha as well. It’s crazy watching videos of things you recognize.
I'm not from Omaha but close enough. 🤘 i went to several ice cream cruises long before it was a national event. Back when we actually CRUISED and ate ice cream at sonic lol
Nebraska strong!!
met Kyle on two of his trips to Australia, seems like such a cool guy
What a waste of time. Citizens of the US need to be caring about important things like election integrity and traitors. Idk why these "influencers" are not talking about this, just pretending nothing is wrong here.
My two ABSOLUTE FAVORITE YOU-TUBERS ARE FINALLY TOGETHER!! You both come from different back grounds and lives but your work ethic and just simply being a good human being shines through. Love seeing good people succeed!!
literally same
Second 👌🏽
I love to enjoy clean content with my boys.
I know you could get more views but thank you for sticking to your values.
All the way from Oz, love this interview with Garrett. Gave me a full understanding of the guy. Have watched his utube videos for a long long time and I understand him better and will continue to watch this cool guy from my desk down under. Thanks for the video.
I will say the people that are at the events are awesome my wife’s wedding rings fell out my pocket at a cleetus and cars. Someone turned them in and we was able to get them back it was a huge relief. So thank you to staff and fans for being so awesome!
Why weren't they on her finger ?
@@ferdsan9025 it was hot and her fingers started swelling so she took them off.
Incredible to see this side of Garrett as these stories and subjects usually never come up on his channel. Also extremely cool to see you guys working together contemplating platform strategies and possible future events. You can tell he's genuinely stoked to be working with you. I see a lot of potential for the future.
Such an amazing podcast! I love Cletus and never expected to see him on the podcast, however it’s amazing to see you guys enjoying yourselves. Just seeing everyone enjoy themselves and just the conversation just flow not feel forced or anything.
This was such an awesome show!!
You guys hit the nail right on the head with your parenting attitude. 100% it's sooooo hard to parent today so kudos to ANYONE out there struggling, we're all with you!
I'm so glad I bought the pay per views, the t-shirts, the event tickets, etc. I'm glad I helped, and I'm ecstatic that you've made it. Have fun man, that's what we're here for.
we’re here to help him have fun? i’m here because i enjoy the content in the down time that im not having fun so that i’m entertained i don’t watch thinking about how im doing anything for anybody else
“I feel like I have to fight him” Cleeter always low-key funny.
Roman for President. Best podcast I have seen in a long time.
A lot of what I love about Cleetus is how he stays out of controversy. Don’t seek hate, it’s short term profit with long term debts.
Except that one time he came out as a covid denier.
@@frosty9595 What's wrong with you
@@boostgoober7262 nothing. He posted a whole video just on that topic. It's a fact.
@@frosty9595 because it affects his livelihood, with all the Covid restrictions it put a damper on his content and events obviously. He even said when he eventually got it, that it was the worst sickness he’s ever felt.
@@dirtracer21d correct. He figured out how serious it was when he got it. But not my point. He caused a lot of controversy with the first one so he isn't free from controversy. That's all I'm saying.
Man i love cleet, such a emotional, genuine and honest guy. Also love matt, roman…crazy how all my fav tubers are buddies now.
So cool to know Cleeter recognizes that most of his fans feel that way. He doesn't know us but a lot of us feel like we know him. And probably do better than we or he knows. It's crazy but that's just how it goes with this game. I've heard a few TH-camrs talk about being kinda weirded out by fans acting like they know them and then realize ...well they probably do. Lol at least know what to expect with someone authentic on and off screen like Cleeter and crew!
I started watching cleet in 2019 and man I love his channel so much. I’ll get off a long day/night of work kick off my boots do what I gotta do. Then just sit back and tune in, we really don’t need cable with creators like cleet.
This is why we love watching cleetus. Really hope I can make it to event one day. I live in Canada so very hard.
Y’all remember when Roman was gonna have a demolition derby in his backyard 😂
They can make it happen now
They talk about it around the 16 min mark
Yea back n 1996
Still hoping this happens!!
Cleetus is my favorite automotive youtuber. One of my favorite things about his channel is it is a break from political BS and Drama in general. I can just enjoy the automotive content.
Tbh, this is the first time i actually see a complete podcast of any kind. Love it
been a fan of you since I was 11 years old, I am 19 now fell in love with cars over the years and have been watching Cleet since late 2017. I just want to say that watching this podcast episode was like getting the best of both worlds. Much love ♥
Keep doing what you’re doing Garrett. The content is great and a good escape from the controversy filled content in this world.
i agree no stupid politics just fun with cars
I liken watching his videos to hanging out with your friends, except your friends are super awesome and the budget is nearly limitless.
This is one podcast i wasnt expecting to watch one day! Cleeter in the house! This channel is amazing Roman i love the concept and more than anything, knowing more about the TH-camrs i'm watching and Cleetus sure is one of them!
Definitely interested in the demolition derby idea!! Gotta have Fab Rats, Robby Layton and Matt's Offroad Recovery there. They are pro's at the demolition derby world
I just bought tickets to the Bristol 1000, and went to the Freedom 500 this spring. Cleetus is the hardest working man on youtube. The guys literally runs everywhere he goes. Which is jarring since hes 9 feet tall.
honestly love hearing roman open up and starting to let the more real/personal side of him come out. respect for not being scared while also maintaining the positive messages
I just can't keep appreciating these guys. They've both come son far and keep going. And are both so respectful and humble. Wtf. Need more like them these days.
Really enjoyed this. It was great to see the two of you just chat. I now have another channel to look forward to. Thanks
This was a great conversation. Listening to the guys I grew up watching talk about raising their children right, made my day!
Cleetus' story is an incredible one. I've been watching his channel since the beginning, and he's one of the few that I watch every single damn video. It's so cool watching the TH-camrs I follow coming together and making this epic content.
Don’t sweat it Cleetus, you’re probably the most humble and down to earth dudes on the tube, you’re going to be a great dad and I look forward to you strapping the car seat in Leroy and creepin around the lot.
Lol being -75,000 in a bank account and owing the IRS 75,000 and buying a racetrack is SOOOOO RELATABLE lol.
Cleetus is such a Monster, one of the greatest TH-camrs ever.
2 of my favorite human beings on the entire world on the same Podcast together can't get any better than this!
I've been waiting for a good interview like this of Garret for awhile. It confirms everything I love about him and his content. Stay true to you. Stay fun. We have enough bs in the world.
Great interview RomanAtwoodPodcast!
Great interview!!! I have watched Garrett since the beginning and the reason I do is because of the integrity of this man…..and then throw in his amazing content and a lot of tire smoke…He’ll Yeah Brother!!!!
thanks for having ol cleeter on. been watching him for YEARS and didn’t know 75% of his stories! never knew he was about to be a freaking lawyer dude
This is perhaps the single greatest podcast ever recorded and I never even expected it Cleetus and Roman…… great job guys
Can’t agree more!
I have watched both Roman and Cleetus from the start. This is the podcast I’ve been looking for. Thank you both so much and anyone else who helps make these episodes happen.
Such a great interview, nice that Cleetus is so real, such great content, thank you for the insight!
I could listen to all y'all for hours...great stuff guys! Demo, James, Nick Irving, Kentucky Ballistics, Warrior Poet, Vice Grip would all be welcome additions as well.
This was so awesome for Cleet to be able to open up about real life issues is so humbling.
Keep doing what your doing Cleetus! You make great content.....Thats whats going to grow the channel and keep EVERYONE on board
Come on Cleetus, please don't go the hate route. We have an Australian V8 Supercar driver. Chaz Mostert. His platform is No Social Hate. He is a great ambassador for his sponsors and Supporters.
Keep doing what you are doing. It is what I admire you for.
Absolutely the best conversation covering so many real topics. The concerns as a student, family opinion, risk, fear, the gambles, the gauntlet game. Cleetus driving long way to get to a Law class where they showed a movie! They should make this interview required-viewing for all kids leaving high school. Psychology, fear, being/becoming a new parent--what a great conversation!
I can honestly say, this is one of the best podcasts I’ve ever watched! Good job🤘🏼
Two good American guys. Both clean TH-camrs. All about having fun and being positive. Love that you guys have become friends.
The easiest way to keep the children humble, is to involve them in the business as deeply as possible as quickly as possible. Make them understand real work from the earliest moments possible.
Thanks guys I appreciate both of you guys for sitting there and doing this to each other about to be honest with you most thing I want out of my life is to see the dude over in the corner and just tell you that that's what he wants to have happen because that's all we do
I been waiting for this!!! Two of my favorite TH-camrs in one room. Hell yeah!!!!
can't wait to see what the future brings with the three of you working together to make things happen. Roman, Matt, and Cleetus
Great podcast with cleetus! Will always look forward to watching his channel! Great person and great group of people! 💯
AWSOME Video!!!! #2 Spoiling our children is great BUT we also have to teach them to stay humble and never take for granted the opportunities they have that less fortunate don't have!
Took my time watching this one, probably one of my most favorite pod casts I have ever seen!
Loved this episode! Cleetus is my number 1 youtuber I watch, along with you guys. so glad you got linked up with him amazing content from you two!
Thank you, this was such a wonderful interview about everything ... A++.
Great to see Cleetus on here. The man just does so much good for this world.