Get Deep Podcast

Ep 150 Jeremy Thomas: Classic Cars, Famous Rides, and the Stories Behind the Steel.

In this episode of the Get Deep Podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Thomas, owner of Unique Classic Cars and Unique Marine in Mankato, for a conversation about cars, risk, nostalgia, and building a business around things people truly care about.

Jeremy shares how Unique Classic Cars grew from a small lot with just a handful of vehicles into a nationally respected classic and specialty car operation, trusted by buyers and sellers from across the country. From restoring, consigning, buying, and selling classic cars to expanding into the marine world with Unique Marine, Jeremy has built a business rooted in passion — but powered by systems, instinct, and a deep understanding of what makes people connect with a machine.

We talk about the rise of Unique Classic Cars, the company’s appearance on the History Channel’s Dirty Old Cars, and what it takes to run a business where every vehicle has a story. Jeremy also shares what it’s been like working with everyone from everyday collectors to celebrities like Charlie Sheen and professional athletes.

And then there are the cars themselves. Jeremy walks us through some of the most famous vehicles he’s owned, including a car connected to one of The Godfather shooting scenes and Johnny Cash’s final car. He also reveals the surprise he found inside Johnny Cash’s car after purchasing it — a story that had not been publicly shared until this episode.

This conversation goes well beyond horsepower and chrome. It’s about nostalgia, storytelling, entrepreneurship, restoration, and why classic cars are never really just cars.

🎙️ Brought to you by our episode sponsors:
Community Bank Mankato Area, Chankaska Creek Ranch, Winery and Distillery, and Vanderberg Clean



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Megan Hoogland: Art, Identity, and the Evolution of Tattoo Culture.

In this episode of the Get Deep Podcast, we sit down with Megan Hoogland, nationally recognized tattoo artist and owner of Mecca Tattoo in Mankato, for a conversation about artistry, identity, and building a career in an industry that transformed dramatically around her.

Megan shares her early entry into tattooing while still living in Waseca and reflects on what it was like coming up during the era when tattoos shifted from taboo and counterculture into mainstream self-expression. Over the years, her work has earned recognition in major industry magazines and built relationships with artists and creatives across the country—connections that continue to shape both her art and her perspective today.

We also dive into the deeply personal side of tattooing: the trust between artist and client, the stories people carry into the chair, and the moments that stay with you long after the ink heals. Megan talks about her newfound passion for “blasting over,” the evolution of her artistic style, and the creative freedom that comes with decades in the industry.

Of course, we also had to ask about the most awkward tattoo she’s ever given.

Beyond the art itself, Megan discusses the community-focused work she’s involved in, the culture she’s built at Mecca Tattoo, and what keeps her creatively inspired after all these years.

This is a conversation about reinvention, craftsmanship, human connection, and what it means to leave a permanent mark—both artistically and personally.

🎙️ Brought to you by our episode sponsors:
Chankaska Creek Ranch, Winery and Distillery, Vanderberg Clean, and Community Bank Mankato Area



Catch the episode here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3z0MD6hLKBWez4BMksrGAU?si=73S0p5l1R8O0zgXc5M5OUQ