The Steve Austin Show

Episode: The Ric Flair 30 For 30 and the Austin Pick-Up Truck Screwjob PART ONE – SAS CLASSIC
Air Date: January 6, 2026
Host: Steve Austin
Special Guest: Kristen Austin (Steve’s wife)

Episode Overview

In this “SAS Classic” episode, Steve Austin returns from a Nevada hunting trip and dives into stories from his life, focusing mainly on a recent attempt to steal his beloved pickup truck in Los Angeles—what he dubs “the Austin Pick-Up Truck Screwjob.” Steve is later joined by his wife Kristen, and together they chat candidly about house renovations, the challenges of adapting to city life after time on the ranch, their old and new vehicles, the practicalities of insurance, and the differences between hunting in Texas and Nevada. The conversation is peppered with their signature banter, humor, and unfiltered honesty.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Adapting to Life Back from the Ranch

[00:01 – 04:50]
- Steve describes getting back into his routine after a Nevada hunting trip.
- He misses the openness and freedom of Nevada public land compared to feeling cooped up in Los Angeles.
- Steve is considering moving back toward a ranch lifestyle, possibly in Nevada due to its access to public land.
“Turns out going out there and getting away from the weights and not being so strict on my diet—hell, I didn’t put on but one pound. So I’m pretty excited about that nonetheless.” — Steve Austin [00:35]
The contrast between his old 2,000-acre Texas setup (Broken Skull Ranch) and urban LA living is stark for him.

“You get out there and you start riding around Nevada and you got the whole state to fuck with, it’s a whole different story.” — Steve Austin [01:00]

2. The Austin Pick-Up Truck Screwjob

[04:51 – 09:43]
- After returning, Steve discovers someone attempted to steal his pickup truck (a 2003 Chevy he purchased after retiring).
- Details the damage: destroyed ignition, damaged steering column, and a sense of violation.
“When you own something and you’ve paid for it with, you know, your body, your cash, your livelihood—I'm proud of that pickup truck.” — Steve Austin [06:00]
- Insurance didn’t cover theft since it only had liability.
“Not only do these low rent, low life motherfuckers try to steal my pride and joy...they also fuck me out of the money it’s gonna cost me to get my pickup truck fixed.” — Steve Austin [07:15]
- Offers listeners practical advice:
  - Use a club on the steering wheel.
  - Take valuables out of cars.
  - Install cameras facing the street if possible.
“Lock your shit up. My shit was locked up. If you got to get a club, get yourself a club. Take all your personal effects out of your center console, your glove compartment.” — Steve Austin [08:45]
- Humorous aside about someone leaving a “We buy junk cars” business card after the incident.
“Hey, motherfucker, that ain’t a junk car. And I’m wondering if that’s the motherfucker that stole my—tried to steal my fucking pickup truck.” — Steve Austin [09:20]
- Closes segment with a blunt message to would-be thieves:
“And to the guys that tried to steal my truck, go fuck yourself.” — Steve Austin [09:40]

3. Steve and Kristen on House, Dogs, and Furniture

[11:03 – 20:20]
- Kristen joins the show at 317 Gimmick Street.
- Steve laments technical issues (spilled liquid on laptop), forcing him into a face-to-face episode with Kristen.
- They talk about moving from their Texas ranch, renovating their current California house, and adjusting to the costs and quirks of LA living.
“It’s 13% on top of your other taxes. So anyway...Nevada’s the closest place nearby. So if we could put wheels on our house and drag that motherfucker across the line...” — Steve Austin [13:23]
- Discussion about pragmatic home decor decisions:
  - Choosing affordable furniture and rugs because of their dogs (Callie and Moolah).
  - Critiquing high designer suggestions, like a $20,000 sectional vs. their $1,100 Ashley Furniture setup.
“We ain’t the kind of people they’re going to pay $20,000 for a motherfucking couch.” — Steve Austin [17:13]
- Sharing how their pets destroy fancy things.
“Why would you want to buy one expensive sectional? ...First, we didn’t. And then she [the dog] just ran in the room with a toy.” — Steve Austin [19:17]
- Comedic frustration at failed Salvation Army donations.
“You know the world’s fucked up when you try to give to Salvation Army...” — Steve Austin [18:37]

4. The Truck Theft—Kristen’s Perspective

[20:12 – 26:00]
- Kristen recounts discovering the attempted theft: neighbor called about the truck’s lights, she found clear evidence of tampering, and took steps to prevent further theft (e.g., draining the battery, parking cars to block the truck).
- Both discuss their modest car collection and reiterate the importance of appropriate insurance.
“I was so worried about somebody stealing it...I kept on waking up through the night going out, checking on your damn truck.” — Kristen Austin [21:37]
- Steve jokes about someone potentially being locked inside the Ford Focus because the car cover was resecured after forgetting to lock the door.
- Kristen relays new info from the tow truck driver about pay-per-mile insurance and new car alarm technologies.
“You can get these alarms now...you can also put the app on your phone and let you know if somebody’s stealing your car.” — Kristen Austin [23:53]
- Steve wants a bullhorn and remote cussing feature for catching thieves in the act.
“I want to get a big bullhorn...I can start cussing at the motherfucker. Get out of my goddamn car.” — Steve Austin [24:22]

5. Animal Antics and Life’s Practicalities

[26:01 – 30:00]
- Ongoing stories about their dogs’ destructiveness, their necessity for having a truck for “haulin’ shit around.”
- Kristen mentions donating the Focus might be easier than selling it.
“Well, it doesn’t matter how much money I get for it. I mean, you know, hey man, here’s a car. I mean, I’m a good hearted dude, but when your mom hijacked that thing…and then I had to put a new set of brakes on and a motor mount. I’m upside down.” — Steve Austin [26:48]
- Musings about their adaptable dogs (who know English, Spanish, sign language, and how to spell treat-related words).
“They know sign language. And they also can speak speak English and spell. Yeah, there’s some smart ass dogs that. Smarter than me.” — Steve Austin [27:59]

6. Holiday and Family Traditions

[28:22 – 31:34]
- Reflections on missing family holidays at the Texas ranch and feeling out of place in LA.
- Stories about their minimal approach to Christmas decorations.
“For Christmas we always get a little gimmick tree. It’s about a foot tall and our lights are battery operated. That’s how big we do Christmas.” — Steve Austin [30:10]
- Steve looks forward to returning to the ranch, invited by its new owners to see how it’s changed and to check on the deer herd he nurtured.
“We left them with a good herd...I’m proud of the deer herd. And the proof is in the pudding. We weren’t fucking around when we said we had big deer.” — Steve Austin [31:04]

7. Hunting in Texas vs. Nevada

[32:23 – 40:00]
- Steve reflects on differences between Texas-style and Nevada-style deer hunting:
  - Texas: Dense brush country, heavily managed, legal and common to hunt over corn/bait from stands. Deer are often patterned to appear at feeders.
  - Nevada: Vast pubic land, no baiting, “big country” glassing and stalking, much less dense deer population, more active scouting and riding over many miles.
- Steve details the process: long-range glassing, less reliance on stands, weather differences (hot Texas, cold Nevada).
- Explains his personal tradition of hunting in shorts—even if temps drop—until Nevada’s weather forced him to layer up.
“I just like to wear shorts. My legs don’t really get that cold. As long as I can keep my upper body warm and stay in those layers, I’m good.” — Steve Austin [39:48]
- Encourages Kristen to ride along in Nevada for the scenery and the joy of the hunt, not just the kill.
- Shout out to his Instagram for pictures of his “outfit” and travel pics.

Memorable Quotes & Moments

“Fuck the Montreal screw job. This is the Austin pickup truck screw job.” — Steve Austin [07:36]
“If you got to get a club, get yourself a club.” — Steve Austin [08:47]
“We ain’t the kind of people they’re going to pay $20,000 for a motherfucking couch.” — Steve Austin [17:13]
“Go back headline a WrestleMania 34 to buy the motherfucker? Shit, give me a razor blade. I’ll carve up my forehead right here. Bleed for this motherfucker.” — Steve Austin [18:08]
“They [the dogs] know sign language. And they also can speak English and spell. Yeah, there’s some smart ass dogs that. Smarter than me.” — Steve Austin [27:59]
“We left them with a good herd...the proof is in the pudding. We weren’t fucking around when we said we had big deer.” — Steve Austin [31:04]

Important Timestamps

00:01 – Steve’s return from Nevada; struggles getting back into routine
04:51 – Discovers attempted truck theft; describes the “Austin pickup truck screw job”
11:03 – Kristen joins; routine talk, laptop woes, and California home life
13:23 – Steve discusses taxes and potential move to Nevada
16:25 – Furniture buying drama; keeping it affordable because of the dogs
21:15 – Kristen gives her account of discovering the theft attempt
23:50 – Insurance insights and new theft-prevention technology
32:23 – Difference between hunting in Texas and Nevada described in depth
39:48 – Steve’s comfort-first, shorts-wearing hunting outfit

Episode Tone and Style

Language: Uncensored, highly conversational Texas drawl, honest, humorous, occasionally profane
Tone: Candid, passionate, comedic, at times introspective
Structure: Rambling storytelling, soft interview with Kristen, practical advice, and life lessons interspersed with vibrant anecdotes

Summing Up

This episode mixes gripping real-life setbacks (the attempted theft of Steve’s storied truck) with practical security advice, light-hearted slices of homelife with Kristen, and unvarnished details about house-buying (and budgeting) for dog owners. The latter half serves up classic Austin: storytelling about gun racks, pickup trucks, deer stands, hunting differences between Texas and Nevada, and a longing for wide-open spaces. Both informative and entertaining, the show encapsulates Steve’s working-man pride, humor, and straight talk—whether he’s fixing a busted ignition or refusing to pay $20k for a designer couch.

Listener Call-to-Action

Got an answer to where “the proof is in the pudding” originated? Email Steve at questions@steveaustinshow.com! [32:04]
For more behind-the-scenes or dog toy pictures, check out Steve’s Instagram @steveaustinbsr.

End of Part One

The Steve Austin Show

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Adapting to Life Back from the Ranch

[00:01 – 04:50]
- Steve describes getting back into his routine after a Nevada hunting trip.
- He misses the openness and freedom of Nevada public land compared to feeling cooped up in Los Angeles.
- Steve is considering moving back toward a ranch lifestyle, possibly in Nevada due to its access to public land.
“Turns out going out there and getting away from the weights and not being so strict on my diet—hell, I didn’t put on but one pound. So I’m pretty excited about that nonetheless.” — Steve Austin [00:35]
The contrast between his old 2,000-acre Texas setup (Broken Skull Ranch) and urban LA living is stark for him.

“You get out there and you start riding around Nevada and you got the whole state to fuck with, it’s a whole different story.” — Steve Austin [01:00]

2. The Austin Pick-Up Truck Screwjob

[04:51 – 09:43]
- After returning, Steve discovers someone attempted to steal his pickup truck (a 2003 Chevy he purchased after retiring).
- Details the damage: destroyed ignition, damaged steering column, and a sense of violation.
“When you own something and you’ve paid for it with, you know, your body, your cash, your livelihood—I'm proud of that pickup truck.” — Steve Austin [06:00]
- Insurance didn’t cover theft since it only had liability.
“Not only do these low rent, low life motherfuckers try to steal my pride and joy...they also fuck me out of the money it’s gonna cost me to get my pickup truck fixed.” — Steve Austin [07:15]
- Offers listeners practical advice:
  - Use a club on the steering wheel.
  - Take valuables out of cars.
  - Install cameras facing the street if possible.
“Lock your shit up. My shit was locked up. If you got to get a club, get yourself a club. Take all your personal effects out of your center console, your glove compartment.” — Steve Austin [08:45]
- Humorous aside about someone leaving a “We buy junk cars” business card after the incident.
“Hey, motherfucker, that ain’t a junk car. And I’m wondering if that’s the motherfucker that stole my—tried to steal my fucking pickup truck.” — Steve Austin [09:20]
- Closes segment with a blunt message to would-be thieves:
“And to the guys that tried to steal my truck, go fuck yourself.” — Steve Austin [09:40]

3. Steve and Kristen on House, Dogs, and Furniture

[11:03 – 20:20]
- Kristen joins the show at 317 Gimmick Street.
- Steve laments technical issues (spilled liquid on laptop), forcing him into a face-to-face episode with Kristen.
- They talk about moving from their Texas ranch, renovating their current California house, and adjusting to the costs and quirks of LA living.
“It’s 13% on top of your other taxes. So anyway...Nevada’s the closest place nearby. So if we could put wheels on our house and drag that motherfucker across the line...” — Steve Austin [13:23]
- Discussion about pragmatic home decor decisions:
  - Choosing affordable furniture and rugs because of their dogs (Callie and Moolah).
  - Critiquing high designer suggestions, like a $20,000 sectional vs. their $1,100 Ashley Furniture setup.
“We ain’t the kind of people they’re going to pay $20,000 for a motherfucking couch.” — Steve Austin [17:13]
- Sharing how their pets destroy fancy things.
“Why would you want to buy one expensive sectional? ...First, we didn’t. And then she [the dog] just ran in the room with a toy.” — Steve Austin [19:17]
- Comedic frustration at failed Salvation Army donations.
“You know the world’s fucked up when you try to give to Salvation Army...” — Steve Austin [18:37]

4. The Truck Theft—Kristen’s Perspective

[20:12 – 26:00]
- Kristen recounts discovering the attempted theft: neighbor called about the truck’s lights, she found clear evidence of tampering, and took steps to prevent further theft (e.g., draining the battery, parking cars to block the truck).
- Both discuss their modest car collection and reiterate the importance of appropriate insurance.
“I was so worried about somebody stealing it...I kept on waking up through the night going out, checking on your damn truck.” — Kristen Austin [21:37]
- Steve jokes about someone potentially being locked inside the Ford Focus because the car cover was resecured after forgetting to lock the door.
- Kristen relays new info from the tow truck driver about pay-per-mile insurance and new car alarm technologies.
“You can get these alarms now...you can also put the app on your phone and let you know if somebody’s stealing your car.” — Kristen Austin [23:53]
- Steve wants a bullhorn and remote cussing feature for catching thieves in the act.
“I want to get a big bullhorn...I can start cussing at the motherfucker. Get out of my goddamn car.” — Steve Austin [24:22]

5. Animal Antics and Life’s Practicalities

[26:01 – 30:00]
- Ongoing stories about their dogs’ destructiveness, their necessity for having a truck for “haulin’ shit around.”
- Kristen mentions donating the Focus might be easier than selling it.
“Well, it doesn’t matter how much money I get for it. I mean, you know, hey man, here’s a car. I mean, I’m a good hearted dude, but when your mom hijacked that thing…and then I had to put a new set of brakes on and a motor mount. I’m upside down.” — Steve Austin [26:48]
- Musings about their adaptable dogs (who know English, Spanish, sign language, and how to spell treat-related words).
“They know sign language. And they also can speak speak English and spell. Yeah, there’s some smart ass dogs that. Smarter than me.” — Steve Austin [27:59]

6. Holiday and Family Traditions

[28:22 – 31:34]
- Reflections on missing family holidays at the Texas ranch and feeling out of place in LA.
- Stories about their minimal approach to Christmas decorations.
“For Christmas we always get a little gimmick tree. It’s about a foot tall and our lights are battery operated. That’s how big we do Christmas.” — Steve Austin [30:10]
- Steve looks forward to returning to the ranch, invited by its new owners to see how it’s changed and to check on the deer herd he nurtured.
“We left them with a good herd...I’m proud of the deer herd. And the proof is in the pudding. We weren’t fucking around when we said we had big deer.” — Steve Austin [31:04]

7. Hunting in Texas vs. Nevada

[32:23 – 40:00]
- Steve reflects on differences between Texas-style and Nevada-style deer hunting:
  - Texas: Dense brush country, heavily managed, legal and common to hunt over corn/bait from stands. Deer are often patterned to appear at feeders.
  - Nevada: Vast pubic land, no baiting, “big country” glassing and stalking, much less dense deer population, more active scouting and riding over many miles.
- Steve details the process: long-range glassing, less reliance on stands, weather differences (hot Texas, cold Nevada).
- Explains his personal tradition of hunting in shorts—even if temps drop—until Nevada’s weather forced him to layer up.
“I just like to wear shorts. My legs don’t really get that cold. As long as I can keep my upper body warm and stay in those layers, I’m good.” — Steve Austin [39:48]
- Encourages Kristen to ride along in Nevada for the scenery and the joy of the hunt, not just the kill.
- Shout out to his Instagram for pictures of his “outfit” and travel pics.

Memorable Quotes & Moments

“Fuck the Montreal screw job. This is the Austin pickup truck screw job.” — Steve Austin [07:36]
“If you got to get a club, get yourself a club.” — Steve Austin [08:47]
“We ain’t the kind of people they’re going to pay $20,000 for a motherfucking couch.” — Steve Austin [17:13]
“Go back headline a WrestleMania 34 to buy the motherfucker? Shit, give me a razor blade. I’ll carve up my forehead right here. Bleed for this motherfucker.” — Steve Austin [18:08]
“They [the dogs] know sign language. And they also can speak English and spell. Yeah, there’s some smart ass dogs that. Smarter than me.” — Steve Austin [27:59]
“We left them with a good herd...the proof is in the pudding. We weren’t fucking around when we said we had big deer.” — Steve Austin [31:04]

Important Timestamps

00:01 – Steve’s return from Nevada; struggles getting back into routine
04:51 – Discovers attempted truck theft; describes the “Austin pickup truck screw job”
11:03 – Kristen joins; routine talk, laptop woes, and California home life
13:23 – Steve discusses taxes and potential move to Nevada
16:25 – Furniture buying drama; keeping it affordable because of the dogs
21:15 – Kristen gives her account of discovering the theft attempt
23:50 – Insurance insights and new theft-prevention technology
32:23 – Difference between hunting in Texas and Nevada described in depth
39:48 – Steve’s comfort-first, shorts-wearing hunting outfit

Episode Tone and Style

Language: Uncensored, highly conversational Texas drawl, honest, humorous, occasionally profane
Tone: Candid, passionate, comedic, at times introspective
Structure: Rambling storytelling, soft interview with Kristen, practical advice, and life lessons interspersed with vibrant anecdotes

Summing Up

Listener Call-to-Action

Got an answer to where “the proof is in the pudding” originated? Email Steve at questions@steveaustinshow.com! [32:04]
For more behind-the-scenes or dog toy pictures, check out Steve’s Instagram @steveaustinbsr.

End of Part One

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Summary

The Steve Austin Show

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Adapting to Life Back from the Ranch

2. The Austin Pick-Up Truck Screwjob

3. Steve and Kristen on House, Dogs, and Furniture

4. The Truck Theft—Kristen’s Perspective

5. Animal Antics and Life’s Practicalities

6. Holiday and Family Traditions

7. Hunting in Texas vs. Nevada

Memorable Quotes & Moments

Important Timestamps

Episode Tone and Style

Summing Up

Listener Call-to-Action

Summary

The Steve Austin Show

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Adapting to Life Back from the Ranch

2. The Austin Pick-Up Truck Screwjob

3. Steve and Kristen on House, Dogs, and Furniture

4. The Truck Theft—Kristen’s Perspective

5. Animal Antics and Life’s Practicalities

6. Holiday and Family Traditions

7. Hunting in Texas vs. Nevada

Memorable Quotes & Moments

Important Timestamps

Episode Tone and Style

Summing Up

Listener Call-to-Action