Every Little Thing · Gimlet

Jeremy’s Muscle Car: An Update

December 10, 2021·4 min
The episode begins by setting up the seasonal anxiety of gift-giving and referencing a previous episode where Jeremy discussed a special present for his dad. It transitions to an update where Jeremy reveals he has acquired the car, an AMEX, and got his license plates just yesterday. Jeremy describes going to his dad's house and taking him for a drive, fulfilling a long-held dream. During the drive, Jeremy comments on the car's characteristics, noting it is squeaky, rattly, and noisier in the cold compared to when it was in Florida. He emphasizes the emotional significance, calling it an amazing experience and a high point. Jeremy reassures his dad not to worry and offers to drive him anytime in the future. He thanks the show for making the experience special and ends with observations about the car's 60s-era crude sound and mufflers. The episode is structured as a follow-up narrative, focusing on personal fulfillment and family bonding through a unique gift. It lacks guest interviews or broader discussions, staying tightly focused on Jeremy's story. The tone is reflective and heartfelt, with minimal external context or analysis.
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