Let's Play 20 Questions | Get to Know Gabi and Char

Summary

In this episode of 'Trunk Talk,' hosts Charlotte and Gabby from a car dealership swap roles, interviewing each other in a casual and fun setting. They discuss their automotive passions, least favorite car manufacturers, misconceptions about women in the industry, and personal aspirations. The dynamic duo also shares their thoughts on car design, social media preferences, and memorable car events, offering viewers a personal glimpse into their lives beyond the showroom floor.

Takeaways

• 😀 Charlotte and Gabby work for a car dealership and host a show called 'Trunk Talk' where they discuss automotive topics.
• 👥 They usually interview different staff members, but in this episode, they interview each other, revealing personal insights and preferences.
• 🎮 They play a game of 20 questions to make the conversation fun and quick, covering a range of topics from career choices to personal interests.
• 🚫 Gabby admits that she would not be in the automotive industry if not for her current job, preferring journalism or a role related to Formula 1.
• 🏆 Charlotte shares her least favorite Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) as Acura and Mitsubishi, due to a lack of excitement in their current offerings.
• 🤔 They discuss common misconceptions about them, especially as women in the automotive industry, and how they address these with their knowledge and experience.
• 🌍 Both hosts dream of living elsewhere in the world if not constrained by their current circumstances, with Gabby favoring Australia and Charlotte admiring New Zealand.
• 🚗 Their ideal scenarios if money was no object involve driving cool cars, traveling, and owning a dog ranch or a country property with lots of land and animals.
• 💬 They address the issue of hate comments on their YouTube channel, viewing them as a form of support that boosts the algorithm.
• 🏁 They share their least favorite cars they've driven, with Charlotte mentioning the Jaguar F-PACE and Gabby recalling a 2007 Kia Magentis.
• 🎨 Both hosts have a preference for unique and adventurous car paint colors, with a particular fondness for greens and special edition colors like Ruby Star Neo.

Q & A

What is the show 'Trunk Talk' about?

Trunk Talk is a show where Charlotte and Gabby, who work for a car dealership, discuss all things automotive and interview different staff members.

What was the format of the episode in the transcript?

The format was an interview, but instead of interviewing a staff member, Charlotte and Gabby interviewed each other in a casual and unstructured manner, with a game of 20 questions.

What were Charlotte and Gabby's initial career aspirations before they ended up working in the automotive industry?

Charlotte initially wanted to be a vet but decided against it due to the emotional difficulty of seeing sick and hurt animals. Gabby was interested in journalism, particularly car journalism or representing Formula 1, which aligns with her love for travel.

What misconception do people often have about Charlotte and Gabby?

People often mistakenly believe that because they are women, they don't know much about cars. However, they have extensive knowledge based on their experience in the automotive industry.

What is the significance of the mention of 'Atomic Pixel' in the transcript?

Atomic Pixel is credited for providing the high-quality microphones used in the podcast episode, suggesting they have helped improve the audio quality of the show.

What are Charlotte and Gabby's least favorite Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and why?

Charlotte's least favorite OEM is Acura because she feels they don't excite her anymore, while Gabby dislikes Mitsubishi because, despite respecting the brand, she finds their current vehicles unexciting compared to the past.

What is the common theme in the cars that Charlotte and Gabby find unexciting?

The common theme is that the cars from certain manufacturers, such as Nissan and Acura, are not fun or exciting anymore, lacking the appeal they once had during the Japanese car Golden Era.

What are Charlotte and Gabby's thoughts on hate comments?

They believe that hate comments, unless sexist, do not bother them much because they view such comments as contributing to the algorithm and indirectly supporting their content.

What are some of the cars Charlotte and Gabby consider 'ugly' but would still drive or appreciate?

Charlotte finds the Pontiac Aztec and PT Cruiser unattractive but would still drive one. Gabby mentions the Nissan Juke and Honda Element as cars she finds unappealing but doesn't despise.

What are Charlotte and Gabby's favorite social media platforms for posting and browsing?

Charlotte prefers Instagram for its well-tuned explore page, while Gabby enjoys posting on YouTube and browsing on Instagram and Pinterest.

What is the 'spirit animal' of Charlotte and Gabby, according to the transcript?

Charlotte's spirit animal is a Corgi, reflecting her love for her pet dogs named Marco and Middleton. Gabby's spirit animal is a fox, which she associates with transitional moments in her life.

What are Charlotte and Gabby's favorite car events that they have attended?

Charlotte enjoyed the auto show circuit, particularly the Los Angeles auto show and VIP night at the Toronto auto show. Gabby enjoyed the experience at Drive Festival and roll racing some of their EVs at Theon Motorsports Park.