EP 97: Kierre Smith – Faith, Grit, and Custom Builds in Virginia Beach

Meet Kierre Smith, aka “Special K”—a former Navy SWCC operator who now runs one of the most trusted suspension and lift kit shops on the East Coast. In this episode of Frogman Friday, host Ryan “Birdman” Parrott talks with Kierre about his time in special operations, surviving miracles, founding a faith-led business, and the power of keeping your word.

Kierre’s story is raw and real: Raised in LA around gangs and lowriders. Saved from drowning as a child. Guided by faith. Forged through military discipline. And now leading NBD Motorsports in Virginia Beach with a heart for helping people and a passion for clean builds.

From RV lifts to classic cars
From SWCC ops to Sunday service
From jail-bound relatives to John Voight stories and cousin Danny Trejo

This isn’t just a story about motors—this is about purpose.

CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro: Meet Kierre Smith (Navy SWCC)
02:00 – Military Service & Transition Struggles
04:20 – Childhood Miracle & Finding Faith
07:00 – Why Being a Christian Comes First
08:30 – Founding NBD Motorsports
10:00 – Lift Kits, RVs & Automotive Mission
13:00 – Growing Up Around Cars & Family Influence
15:00 – Favorite (and Worst) Builds
18:00 – Business Lessons & Customer Trust
22:00 – Fatherhood, E-bikes & Old School Values
24:30 – Choosing SWCC Over Other Paths
29:30 – Finding Purpose After Service
33:00 – Overcoming Odds as an Older Candidate
37:00 – Faith, Fear & Being Counted On
39:30 – Sci-Fi, Dad Jokes & Being a Girl Dad
42:00 – How to Support NBD Motorsports
45:00 – Hero: Danny Trejo & Lessons from Family
49:00 – Final Thoughts & Outro

Website: https://nbdmotorsports.com
Instagram (Business): https://www.instagram.com/nbdmotorsports
Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/westcoast_K
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBDVB

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