Best Independent Dealer Podcasts (2025)

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#381 - Would YOU Buy This Dealership? 30:47

2d ago30:47

30:47

The Boys are back, and this one’s for the folks stuck in dealership limbo.This episode is all about movement — or the lack of it.They cover:🚗 Why some dealership sellers are completely out of touch🏘️ What to actually consider when real estate is part of the deal⏳ And why sitting on your hands isn’t a growth strategyWhether you're buying, selling, o…

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Why 90% of Distributors Say Their Business Model May Be Broken—and What Comes Next 1:29:33

8h ago1:29:33

1:29:33

Are U.S. tariffs helping or hurting your business model? In this episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, Kevin Brown and Tom Burton unravel the legal, economic, and operational chaos triggered by shifting U.S. tariffs, AI adoption, and distribution tech disruptions. From trade court rulings to Mexico’s manufacturing boom, they explore…

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State Created Danger 58:11

2d ago58:11

58:11

In April 2025, the Supreme Court declined to hear a case filed by a pair of white supremacists who felt the police had violated their civil rights by refusing to help them put on a rally in Charlottesville in August of 2017. Their lawsuit was a joke, but unfortunately for all of us, the punchline is that the police don't actually have to help anyon…

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How Culture Drives Tire Dealership Performance 26:45

2d ago26:45

26:45

What does it mean to create a truly customer-centric environment at your tire dealership — and how can it benefit both your business and your team? Randy O’Connor, owner of D2D Development Group and MTD columnist, joins this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show to break it down.By Modern Tire Dealer

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Building a Team for Success | Motor Trade Mentors Ep26 1:11:47

6d ago1:11:47

1:11:47

Send us a text James, Theo, and Nic talk about what it’s really like to run a car sales business. From a big mistake at an auction to hiring the right staff and using social media to boost sales, they share honest tips and lessons about growing a business the smart way. Check out Nic's Socials below his Instagram is well worth a look www.instagram.…

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Grow or Go? Tariffs, Tech & Turbo Growth with DSG's Paul Kennedy 1:39:39

7d ago1:39:39

1:39:39

What happens when wholesale distribution meets a shifting global economy, AI-driven technology, and a full-court press on organic growth? In this extended episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, co-hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton are joined by industry leader Paul Kennedy, President & CEO of DSG and Chair of NAED. Together, they dive…

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#380 - Industry Temperature Check with Jeff Martin 25:51

9d ago25:51

25:51

The Boys are sounding the alarm. Margins are getting squeezed, the BHPH model isn’t hitting like it used to, and independent dealers are being forced to adapt—or get left behind. In this episode, Jeff W. and Jeff M. dive into: ✅ Why collections are steady (but profits aren’t) ✅ How hybrid retail models are becoming the new normal ✅ Real about the c…

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Small Time Arms Dealer 1:02:25

9d ago1:02:25

1:02:25

In 1992, a small business owner in Oregon had to shut down his gun store. But he had to do something with all his remaining inventory…. Sources: https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2014-01-21-ariel-sharon-apartheid-south-africa-and-mutual-military-interests/#.Vc4WVige5lk: Moore, Matthew. “Arming the Embargoed: A Supply-Side Understanding of Arm…

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Tariffs, Tech, & Transformation: The New Rules of Wholesale Strategy 58:08

14d ago58:08

58:08

In this dynamic episode of Around The Horn in Wholesale Distribution, hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton dive deep into the critical shifts happening in the global economy, supply chain volatility, AI’s role in distribution, and how forward-thinking companies are thriving amid uncertainty. With Kevin just back from Denver following the SHIFT event ho…

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CZM Rewind: Arrested Democracy 1:58:12

16d ago1:58:12

1:58:12

Arrested Democracy, Part 1 In 2010, conspiracy theorists around the country were convinced that Barack Obama was not the rightful president. Some of them filed lawsuits. Some of them tried to have the President indicted. And when none of that worked, some of them took matters into their own hands and tried to arrest the county court employees they …

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Why the Customer is Sometimes Wrong 17:15

16d ago17:15

17:15

Is the customer always right? "No," says Dennis McCarron. Find out why in this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show.By Modern Tire Dealer

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The Journey to Independence in Business | Motor Trade Mentors Ep25 52:09

17d ago52:09

52:09

Send us a text In this episode, James Alford and Theo Cook are joined by Nathan from Castle View Car Sales to explore the challenges of growing a car sales business, from transitioning to a new site to mastering advertising and managing customer expectations. They delve into tech tools, sales strategies, and real-world lessons on navigating the eve…

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#379 - One Woman, One Vision, One Lot 13:50

17d ago13:50

13:50

In this episode, the boys are joined by Fernanda. Tune in as she tells her story of starting as an insurance agent and ending as an independent dealer. Thank you for listening. We hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support…

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Minisode: Pappas v Giuliani 10:23

18d ago10:23

10:23

A bite-sized look at the NYPD officer who sued the city for firing him over anonymously mailing racist pamphlets to charitable organizations Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/1998/06/17/nyregion/officer-admits-to-racist-mail-and-is-offered-deal-to-retire.html https://www.huffpost.com/entry/sotomayors-defense-of-whi_n_210795 https://www.criminallaw…

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Inside the Tariff War: What the New Trade Deals Mean for Distributors 28:40

21d ago28:40

28:40

Are We on the Brink of a Tariff Reversal...or Global Supply Chain Shock? In this special episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, Tom Burton and Kevin Brown unpack one of the most urgent developments in global trade: the escalating U.S. tariff war and its potential impact on supply chains, wholesale distributors, and global markets. Br…

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#378 - Passing The Torch 16:01

23d ago16:01

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The boys are joined by a special guest at BHPH United 2025. They discuss navigating 2nd-generation dealership dynamics, how her dealership is run, and more. Thank you for listening. We hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com [email protected] Support the businesses that…

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CZM Rewind: The Devil's Chatroom 1:54:44

23d ago1:54:44

1:54:44

The Devil's Chat Room: Ethan Melzer, Part 1 In June of 2020, US Army Private Ethan Melzer was arrested for leaking information about his unit's deployment to Turkey with the intention of causing a mass casualty incident. The plot was hatched in a Telegram chat room for a group calling itself Rapewaffen, an Atomwaffen splinter cell that was committe…

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Shooter Without A Cause 29:12

25d ago29:12

29:12

The guy who took a shot at Trump last summer wasn't the first person to shoot a presidential candidate without a clear political motive. In 1972, Arthur Bremer failed to assassinate Richard Nixon and settled on one of Nixon's opponents instead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Cool Zone Media

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Planning, Pricing, and Outpacing Your Competition in Times of Crisis, With Guest Brooks Hamilton 1:38:40

28d ago1:38:40

1:38:40

In this power-packed episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton are joined by AI strategist Brooks Hamilton for a deep dive into the forces reshaping the global supply chain, manufacturing, and distribution landscape. Broadcasting during one of the most turbulent economic moments in recent memory, the tri…

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UCDP Ep #74 - Modernizing Trade-Ins and Dealer Payments: Tim Zierden, TradePending 20:49

29d ago20:49

20:49

In this episode of the Used Car Dealer Podcast, Zach talks with Tim Zierden, Chief Operating Officer at TradePending, to unpack how the company’s trade-in, payment, video, and retention tools are “making automotive simple” for more than 5,000 dealerships. Tim shares what drew him to the role after two decades at Cox Automotive, KAR Global, and Deal…

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#377 - Can't Teach An Old Dog New Tricks 28:01

30d ago28:01

28:01

Tune into this week's episode where the boys discuss cost awareness, finding solutions, and much more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com [email protected] Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay for your credit card pr…

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Mission South Africa 58:49

1M ago58:49

58:49

At the end of this miniseries about white supremacist terrorism in the final years of apartheid in South Africa, this episode returns to the present day as white South Africans are lining up outside the embassy in Pretoria to claim refugee status under Trump's executive order. Sources: https://www.reuters.com/world/us-focuses-persecution-claims-whi…

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How Private Equity Is Looking at the Tire Industry in 2025 13:52

1M ago13:52

13:52

With an uncertain economy, more tariffs and the unpredictability of President Donald Trump, are private equity groups still as interested in tire dealerships as they have been in recent years? MTD’s Mergers & Acquisitions Columnist Cole Strandberg weighs in on the current state of the market in 2025. He says private equity groups are seeking creati…

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UCDP Ep #73 – Real-Time Lot Management with Mike Hanna of TrueSpot 22:56

1M ago22:56

22:56

In this episode of the Used Car Dealer Podcast, Zach talks with Mike Hanna, CEO of TrueSpot, an innovative company transforming fixed ops with real-time vehicle and key tracking technology. They discuss how TrueSpot’s solutions minimize wasted time, cut costs, and ultimately enhance the customer experience. From initial challenges and triumphs to u…

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Breaking Down Dealer Reviews 42:15

1M ago42:15

42:15

Send us a text Dealership operational excellence has never been more critical than in today's consolidated market. Troy Ottmer, a seasoned dealership executive turned consultant, dives deep into the often-overlooked opportunity of departmental reviews and their power to transform profitability. The equipment dealer landscape has changed dramaticall…

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Behind the Trade Wars: The Hidden Opportunities in Supply Chain Disruption 1:27:48

1M ago1:27:48

1:27:48

So this whole tariff thing is no big deal, right? This week, Kevin Brown and Tom Burton take you through the evolving landscape of tariffs, supply chains, international trade dynamics, and their ripple effects on the wholesale distribution and manufacturing sectors. Against a backdrop of shifting policies between the U.S. and China, the hosts deliv…

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#376 - BHPH United 2025 19:21

1M ago19:21

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In this episode, the boys chat with people they ran into at BHPH United 2025. They talk about buying habits, dealership trials, processes, etc. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com [email protected] Support the businesses that support the …

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Listener Q&A 43:10

1M ago43:10

43:10

Molly answers questions submitted by listeners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Cool Zone Media

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Dealerchat returns! | Dealerchat Ep33 ft David Gott, James Harding & Rob Cubitt 1:10:43

1M ago1:10:43

1:10:43

Send us a text Found it useful or interesting? You can now show your support and buy us a coffee 👍 https://buymeacoffee.com/cardealerchat ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- James Harding: / @chopsgarage Joe Betty: / @shiftingmetal David Gott: / @cardealerpro Rob Cubitt: / @thelogbookcc ---------------…

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Recession Rumors & Real Data: What the Numbers Actually Say, with Guest Alex Chausovsky 1:31:49

1M ago1:31:49

1:31:49

In this powerhouse episode of Around The Horn in Wholesale Distribution, hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton welcome back Economist and Analytics Expert Alex Chausovsky from the Bundy Group for a deep dive into the macroeconomic forces shaking up the world of wholesale distribution. With 7 keynotes in 7 days, Alex brings timely, boots-on-the-ground in…

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#375 - Turn-N-Burnout 24:04

1M ago24:04

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The boys discuss ways to stay motivated, the wear and tear of the job, being efficient, and finding purpose. Tune in to dive into the details. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com [email protected] Support the businesses that support the p…

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Blood River 52:53

1M ago52:53

52:53

In 2002, a terrorist group failed to assassinate Nelson Mandela. In 2012, a plot to assassinate Jacob Zuma was foiled. Both plots were attempts to fulfill a prophecy and renew a bloody covenant with God. Sources: Thompson, Leonard L. The Political Mythology of Apartheid. Yale University Press, 1986. FA Mouton (1995) F A van Jaarsveld (1922–1995) — …

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A Program For Tool Acquisition 18:04

1M ago18:04

18:04

NAPA Auto Care has a new program that helps technicians purchase the tools they need. Learn more on this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show.By Modern Tire Dealer

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Breaking Down Service By The Boxes: A Marine's Methodology 59:39

2M ago59:39

59:39

Send us a text What separates thriving heavy equipment dealerships from struggling ones? The answer might surprise you. It's not their sales volume or brand lineup—it's how they manage their service departments. Marine Corps veteran John Dowling transformed an agricultural dealership from $40 million to $139 million in less than five years by focus…

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Tariffs, Trade Wars, and the Rise of Made-in-America. 1:25:45

2M ago1:25:45

1:25:45

This week, Kevin and Tom tackle the economic, political, and technological shifts shaking up the wholesale distribution and manufacturing world. From skyrocketing tariffs to volatile markets to the return of onshoring, this episode weaves together sharp insights and real-time headlines to deliver one big takeaway: transformation is happening fast, …

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#374 - Buckeye Bret 39:23

2M ago39:23

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The boys are joined by Buckeye Bret. They talk about successful features of dealerships, the dealership business, and trends. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think.-Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for y…

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The Jamboree in Jamba 57:41

2M ago57:41

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This is the very strange story of the time Dolph Lundgren starred in a piece of apartheid propaganda. Sources: Bellant, Russ. Old Nazis, the New Right, and the Republican Party. South End Press, 1991. Abramoff, Jack. Capitol Punishment: The Hard Truth about Washington Corruption from America’s Most Notorious Lobbyist. WND Books, 2011. Easton, Nina.…

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Tariff Tsunami! Don’t Panic, Get Prepared. 32:40

2M ago32:40

32:40

Wait...was there something about tariffs in the news? In this week’s fast-paced episode of Around The Horn in Wholesale Distribution, Kevin Brown and Tom Burton bring clarity to chaos as they tackle the sweeping global tariff changes announced this week. Broadcasting from an airport wine bar (yes, really), Kevin joins Tom to break down the immediat…

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#373 - Tariff-ied 28:48

2M ago28:48

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In this episode, the boys talk about Luke's first quarter, tariffs on cars, charge-offs, and a lot more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a reviewwww.theindependentdealer.comInfo@theindependentdealer.comSupport the businesses that support the podcast.Blytzpay for your credit card proc…

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The Whites' Last Stand 52:28

2M ago52:28

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In the final days of apartheid, white extremists were getting desperate. That desperation contributed to one of the strangest political crises of the late 20th century: Sources: https://dcist.com/story/12/09/24/aryan-nations/ https://archive.idavox.com/index.php/2012/09/24/the-aryan-nations-show-of-farce-in-dc/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naRGi…

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A Look at I&I Mobile Tire Services' Journey 28:13

2M ago28:13

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In this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show, husband-and-wife duo Ini and Ijeoma Ibanga share their journey from running a traditional brick-and-mortar tire shop to launching their own mobile tire service, I&I Mobile Tire Services. Learn how they’re revolutionizing the industry by delivering tire solutions directly to customers—whether at home, …

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UCDP Ep #72 – Automotive BDC & Fixed Operations with John Traver 47:09

2M ago47:09

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In this episode of the Used Car Dealer Podcast, Zach talks with John Traver, the founder of Traver Technologies and TraverConnect, to explore the evolution of the BDC concept. John shares insights on launching TraverConnect, transforming service-lane interactions into revenue opportunities, and balancing people with technology to deliver an excepti…

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From Black Books to Watchlists: The Evolution of Modern Sales 29:07

2M ago29:07

29:07

Send us a text What if the key to sales success isn't working harder, but targeting smarter? Nick Mavrick of Built Data joins Ron for a candid exploration of how construction equipment dealers can revolutionize their sales approach by embracing the Pareto Principle—the idea that 20% of customers generate 80% of business. The conversation reveals a …

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The Vanishing Distribution Channel: A Candid Look at Dealer Challenges 1:00:43

2M ago1:00:43

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Send us a text Troy Ottmer brings a unique perspective to the equipment and commercial truck industry that few consultants can match. Having started as an automotive technician in 1987, Troy deliberately worked across every dealership department, developing a comprehensive understanding of how each function impacts the whole. This hands-on experien…

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How Strategic Purchasing Might Insulate you From Tariffs 1:30:09

2M ago1:30:09

1:30:09

Are tariffs about to be the atom bomb to wholesale distribution? In this dynamic and wide-ranging episode, co-hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton return to the mic and dive into the latest economic headlines, technology shifts, and trends in wholesale distribution and manufacturing. With the U.S. economy riding a rollercoaster of inflation concerns, t…

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#372 - Can AI Save Your Collections Department? 33:08

2M ago33:08

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The boys are joined by Robyn Burkinshaw. They discuss AI and its effects on collections, how Blytzpay utilizes it, and more. Thank you for listening, we hope you learned something new. Let us know what you think. -Leave us a review www.theindependentdealer.com [email protected] Support the businesses that support the podcast. Blytzpay f…

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White Guns for Hire 45:18

2M ago45:18

45:18

In 1994, a second group of mercenaries arrived at the airport in Johannesburg... but no one was there to pick them up. Their host had been arrested days earlier, after the last group of mercenaries she'd hosted got into a deadly shootout with the South African police. But how did all these Germans end up in South Africa in the first place? https://…

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Your Business Is Already a Target, Whether You Know It or Not 51:23

2M ago51:23

51:23

Send us a text Every dealership has fallen victim to a cybersecurity incident – they just might not know it yet. In this eye-opening conversation with Kevin Landers, IT veteran and cybersecurity expert at RocketWise, we pull back the curtain on the digital threats silently targeting equipment dealers across North America. Forget what you think you …

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Strategic Uncertainty, M&A Shakeups, and the Role of Data in a Changing Industry 1:25:10

2M ago1:25:10

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In this week’s episode, hosts Kevin Brown and Tom Burton are joined by John Gunderson, a distribution industry veteran and partner at Channel Marketing Group. The trio dives deep into the shifting economic landscape, major M&A developments—especially the QXO/Beacon deal—and the rising importance of data, AI, and digital transformation in wholesale …

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Introducing Around The Horn 2.0, with Guest Brendan Breen 1:02:02

2M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Around the Horn 2.0! This new podcast builds upon the success of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, offering deeper, more expansive discussions on critical issues affecting the distribution and manufacturing industries. Unlike its predecessor, which focuses on weekly industry news, Around the Horn 2.0 pro…

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