Best Alan Brian And Sam Podcasts (2025)

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Why Dealers Aren’t Flinching—What’s Driving the Buy-Sell Frenzy | Alan Haig, President of Haig Partners 48:57

11h ago48:57

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Today I’m joined by Alan Haig, President of Haig Partners. We get into why tariffs and an uneasy economy aren’t slowing down dealership acquisitions, why new GMs should consider taking on underperforming stores, where profits are headed through the end of 2025—and more.This episode is brought to you by:1. DLRdmv - Dealers, are you still stuck using…

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Rav4 goes hybrid only, Subaru raises prices, Ft. Michael Speigl | Daily Dealer Live 57:34

1d ago57:34

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Today's show features: Dorian Jimenez, Owner-Dealer Operator of Classic OKC, Ross Tinkham, GTM Leader at Podium, Michael Speigl, Dealer Principal at WE Auto. This episode is brought to you by: Wrench – Want to boost your gross profits by selling prepaid maintenance, without a service center? This new offering levels the playing field between indepe…

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How Subaru Quietly Took Over the Northeast—And Lessons for Dealers from Its Billionaire Distributor | Ernie Boch Jr., CEO of Subaru of New England 43:22

2d ago43:22

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Today I’m joined by Ernie Boch Jr., CEO of Subaru of New England. We go behind the scenes of his billion-dollar Subaru distribution empire, how he’s influencing Subaru’s design strategy, his #1 message to dealers facing the reality of tariffs—and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. CDK Global - CDK SimplePay is the only payment solutio…

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Braman Motors Miami skyscraper, GM Lawsuit, Ft. Matt Bowers | Daily Dealer Live 1:04:10

3d ago1:04:10

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Today's show features: James Douvas, President of JND Consulting, Elgie Bright, Chairman of Northwood University, Matt Bowers, Owner of Matt Bowers Automotive, This episode is brought to you by: Wrench – Want to boost your gross profits by selling prepaid maintenance, without a service center? This new offering levels the playing field between inde…

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Retrotopia Talks The Last of Us 1:53:54

5d ago1:53:54

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A game that tells the tale of a man who lost his whole world, and a girl who has no one in her team, uniting and taking on the challenges of a land ravaged by a virus that turns people into noise-making mushrooms. This is The Last of Us, and we dive into the story and the game itself this week on Retrotopia. Join in on the discussion on Patreon for…

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Ford brake failures, Apple launches CarPlay Ultra, Mission: Stellantis | Daily Dealer Live 55:57

6d ago55:57

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Today's show features: Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar, Aaron Zeigler, President of Zeigler Automotive Group, Justin Villa, General Manager at Clay Cooley Ford. This episode is brought to you by: BizzyCar – How are top dealers keeping service profits high—even in uncertain times? They're using BizzyCar—the “easy button” for turning recall opportunities…

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Special Revisit: Quick Play Castlevania The Adventure 22:09

7d ago22:09

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With it being Symphony of the Night on the main show, we figured we'd release one of our earliest Quick Plays to the public. On this Quick Play, Alan, our resident Castlevaniac, is talking about the GameBoy game, Castlevania The Adventure. Listen to all our Quick Plays for FREE by join our at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on Social Media at linktr…

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The Hidden Variables Driving Used Car Pricing—and How to Exploit Them | Derek Hansen, VP Operations at Cox Automotive 36:32

7d ago36:32

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Today I’m joined by Derek Hansen, VP of Operations at Cox Automotive. We get into how AI is reshaping inventory pricing, pro tips for navigating vehicle tariffs, where vAuto is innovating next—and more. If your dealership is interested in learning more, reach out to Derek by email: [email protected] This episode is brought to you by: 1, T…

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Episode 87 - Fighting Human Trafficking: Awareness and Prevention/Chain Interrupted - The Daily Plan-it 05142025 45:31

8d ago45:31

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Lenchen and Scott from Chains Interrupted, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to awareness, prevention, and advocacy around human trafficking and exploitation. They discuss the organization's origins, focusing on a harrowing early case that highlighted the sophisticated methods traffickers use to identify, groom, and coerce victims, particularly young gir…

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Subprime borrowers denied, GOP targets EV tax credits, Honda braces for $3B tariff impact | Daily Dealer Live 56:21

8d ago56:21

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Today's show features: Bill Vaughn, General Manager of Al West Nissan, Ed Petersen, CEO of Wrench, Ryan Knight, Director of Operations at Knight Automotive Group. This episode is brought to you by: BizzyCar – How are top dealers keeping service profits high—even in uncertain times? They're using BizzyCar—the “easy button” for turning recall opportu…

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Inside Jack Hollis’ Shocking Toyota Exit: Why He Left—and What’s Next | Jack Hollis, Former COO of Toyota Motor North America 53:51

10d ago53:51

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Today I’m joined by Jack Hollis, former COO of Toyota Motor North America. We unpack his 30-year journey helping Toyota become the #1 car brand in America, why he walked away at the top, and what he’s planning next. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Uber for Business - With Central, you can request a ride on behalf of your customers even if the…

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China trade breakthrough, Nissan job cuts, ft. Brian Benstock | Daily Dealer Live 59:17

10d ago59:17

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Today's show features: Brian Benstock, Partner GM of Paragon Honda, Curtis Biggs, General Manager of NewRoads Mazda, Alex Lawrence, CEO of EV Auto. This episode is brought to you by: BizzyCar – How are top dealers keeping service profits high—even in uncertain times? They're using BizzyCar—the “easy button” for turning recall opportunities into rea…

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Retrotopia Talks Castlevania Symphony of the Night 1:45:30

12d ago1:45:30

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The poll was set, and the Patreon members voted. We took to our systems to play one of the most beloved PlayStation 1 games, which Alan ranks near the top of his all-time list. Is this the opinion of all of us? Join us for the discussion to find out. Find our merchandise at TeePublic.com/Retrotopia JOIN OUR PATREON TO TAKE PART IN POLLS AND MUCH MO…

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Toyota tariff projections, UAW calls out empty factories, ft. Brett Morgan | Daily Dealer Live 1:01:29

13d ago1:01:29

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Today's show features: Patricia Muyshondt, CMO of Sames Motor Company, Brett Morgan, CEO of Morgan Automotive Group, Preston Stewart, National Variable Operations Director at Napleton Automotive Group. This episode is brought to you by: CDG Recruiting – Hire top dealership talent, fast. From sales managers to GMs and C-suite execs, we’ve placed ove…

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From Tesla Exec To The Auction Block: How One Startup Is Turning A Dealer Pain Point Into A Profit Center | Jimmy Douglas, CEO of Plug 53:26

14d ago53:26

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Today I’m joined by Jimmy Douglas, CEO of Plug. We dive into why over half of dealers are missing an entire used segment, how two months on the lot is the tipping point for EV valuations, why dealers are shipping EVs an average of 800 miles — and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Copart – Are you looking to expand your dealership’s w…

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Ford price hikes, Toyota Turns to Instagram, ft. CEO of Slate Auto | Daily Dealer Live 59:11

15d ago59:11

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Today's show includes Chris Barman, CEO of Slate Auto, Ryan Maher, CEO of Bizzycar, and Austin Conroy, Fixed Ops Director at Rohrman Toyota. This episode is brought to you by: CDG Recruiting – Hire top dealership talent, fast. From sales managers to GMs and C-suite execs, we’ve placed over 1,000 roles across auto retail. Ready to scale without the …

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The Road To 900 Cars Per Month: How One Dealer Is Pushing His Team To Sales Excellence | Brad Wise, Executive Manager at Ferman Chevrolet Mazda 47:44

16d ago47:44

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Today I’m joined by Brad Wise, executive manager at Ferman Chevrolet Mazda. We dive into his mission to sell 900 cars a month, why he’s handing out hundreds in cash to his service team five times a day, how “energy vampires” kill sales culture — and more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Kenect AI – The platform auto dealers are using to gathe…

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Call Center Frustrations, Nissan Kills Some Dealer Incentives, US Auto Sales Recalibrate ft. Chad Cunningham, Andy Wright | Daily Dealer Live 57:01

17d ago57:01

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Today's show includes Chad Cunningham, CEO of DuPONT Registry Exchange, Andy Wright, Managing Partner of VINart Dealerships. This episode is brought to you by: CDG Recruiting - Building on the success of my industry job board, I’m launching CDG Recruiting — a more hands-on, white-glove automotive recruiting service. Our team has decades of experien…

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The New Playbook For Vehicle Titling: How One State is Leading the Charge | Industry Spotlight 34:09

18d ago34:09

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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Kimberly Scogin, Controller at Hudson Management Group, and Shane Bigelow, CEO of CHAMP Titles.This episode of the Car Dealer…

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Retrotopia Talks Final Fantasy IV 1:48:21

19d ago1:48:21

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This game first appeared on the Super Nintendo under Final Fantasy II and is a beloved classic JRPG fan favourite. Sam and Brian took to the Pixel Remaster to play it and enter the world of crystals, monsters, and moon people. Join us as they discuss this classic game. MERCH: TEEPUBLIC.COM/RETROTOPIA There are shirts, hoodies, mugs, stickers, and m…

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Why a 2x Auction Founder Is Flipping the Wholesale Script—And Paying Dealers When They Sell Cars | Joe Neiman, President of DealerClub 45:53

22d ago45:53

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Today I’m joined by Joe Neiman, President of DealerClub, part of the Cars Commerce ecosystem. We dive into the details behind his $25M exit, how reputation-based wholesale is shaking up the auction block, why he’s paying dealers to sell on DealerClub, and more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. DLRdmv - Dealers, are you still stuck using outdat…

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Episode 86 - Joe Anderson's Journey: From Italy to Iowa - The Daily Plan-it 04302025 47:36

22d ago47:36

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in this episode fo The Daily Plan-it the conversation covers Joe Anderson's diverse career path, starting with his early life moving between Italy, Japan, and Montana due to his father's military service, leading to his first job in the restaurant industry, initially washing dishes and progressing to management. Joe recounts his move to Des Moines,…

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RetroBytes: Taking our turn on the Switch 2 1:55:37

22d ago1:55:37

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Yes, it's been a month since the Direct, but we aren't about that first-to-the-internet reaction style of commentary. We've taken some time to let the news simmer and waited for more information to leak out. Of course, that means this month we'll be leaning heavily on our thoughts on the Switch 2, its games, its features, and anything we could find…

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4x'ing Used Car Sales: This Franchise Dealers Ultimate Pre-Owned Playbook | JR Toothman, Dealer Principal at Toothman Ford 43:07

23d ago43:07

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Today I’m joined by JR Toothman, Dealer Principal at Toothman Ford. We break down how he’s quietly 4x’ing used car sales—his secret acquisition playbook, the hailstorm that led to his biggest sales day ever, and the behind-the-scenes strategy powering his used car empire. This episode is brought to you by: 1. OPENLANE - The world’s best online deal…

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Retrotopia Talks: The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds 1:40:18

26d ago1:40:18

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The boys are back together, and this week, they are talking about the very loved but often overlooked 3DS Zelda game A Link Between Worlds. Return with us to Hyrule from the bygone era of 1991 as we discuss what is familiar and what is new. GET SOME MERCH at teepublic.com/retrotopia-podcast Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopia Join our P…

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Episode 85 - A Conversation with Scott Carlson - The Daily Plan-it 04242025 52:59

28d ago52:59

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This episode features Scott Carlson and covers Carlson's background in the restaurant and bar industry, his move to Des Moines and opening Court Avenue Brewing Company, and the subsequent establishments of Americana and Gilroy's. A significant portion of the discussion centers on the creation and growth of the Iowa Craft Beer Tent at the State Fair…

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Why Most Dealers Fail at Lead Follow-Up—And How Tech Closes the Gap | Industry Spotlight 45:23

28d ago45:23

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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Yuriy Demidko, Chief Information Officer at DPFox; and Matthew Muilenburg, Chief Product Officer at Impel. This episode of th…

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"GMs Don’t Get Finance": How This Operator Uses F&I to Outrun the Market | Chase Channell, General Manager of Victory Honda Jackson 52:25

1M ago52:25

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Today I’m joined by Chase Channell, General Manager of Victory Honda Jackson. We get into how he went from college dropout to GM by 25, why mastering finance separates good GMs from great ones, and why he still personally desks every single deal at his store. This episode is brought to you by: 1. DLRdmv – Dealers, are you still stuck using outdated…

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Why Tariffs Could Fuel a Used Car Squeeze– And How Dealers Are Pivoting | Industry Spotlight 34:43

1M ago34:43

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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Doug Obenhaus, President Texas Auto Sales, and David Kang, Chief Marketing & Analytics Officer, Copart. This episode of the C…

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Retrotopia Talks NHL '94 1:22:41

1M ago1:22:41

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This classic hockey game, which adorned both the SNES and Genesis, is loved by many and regarded as one of the best sports games in video game history. Join Brian and Sam as they discuss this game while it's being played on Twitch. Join in on the conversation and submit comments at patreon.com/retrotopia Please find us on social media at linktr.ee/…

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Who Killed The Loaner Car– And Why Service Customers Don’t Miss It | Industry Spotlight 25:31

1M ago25:31

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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Cody Hansen, Fixed Operations Director Ferman Automotive, and Matt Gonzalez, Sr. Account Executive, Automotive at Uber. This …

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Episode 84 - Everybody Wins Iowa: Promoting Literacy Through Mentoring - The Daily Plan-it 04162025 34:34

1M ago34:34

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This podcast episode from "The Daily Plan-it" features host Jimmy Olsen interviewing Karen Ligas and Stacy Pierce from the central Iowa nonprofit, Everybody Wins Iowa. They discuss the organization's reading mentorship program for elementary students across six school districts, highlighting their mission to boost literacy and academic success thro…

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How Family Turmoil—And A Patriarch’s Dying Wish—Sparked A Bold New Chapter For Crain Automotive | Christian Crain, VP of Operations at Crain Automotive 49:15

1M ago49:15

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Today I’m joined by Christian Crain, VP of Operations at Crain Automotive — a 16-store dealer group based in Arkansas. We dig into a story that’s both unique and all too common in the car business: generational turmoil, how control can fracture a family, what it takes for the next generation to rebuild and much more. CDG's Automotive Tariff Tracker…

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Retrotopia Talks Brian's Top 10 RPGs He Wants to Play, But Hasn't Yet 1:07:05

1M ago1:07:05

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Brian got inspired when Sam talked about Beloved Rapture on our show AND the Still Loading Podcast (check it out wherever you get your podcasts). With that, Brian took to making his list of RPGs he wants to play but hasn't played yet. So, nothing Chrono Trigger, nothing Final Fantasy, just good ol' RPGs he missed. STILL LOADING PODCAST - BELOVED RA…

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How a Superbowl Champion Helped Cable Dahmer Crack The Code On Interstate Vehicle Shipping | Industry Spotlight 30:23

1M ago30:23

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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Tom Bear, Platform Used Car Director at Cable Dahmer Automotive Group, Stephan Morris, Used Vehicle Acquisition Manager at Ca…

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Episode 83 - Alan Feirer: Leadership, Teamwork, and Italy - The Daily Plan-it 04092025 51:24

1M ago51:24

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This episode of the Daily Plan-it features host Jimmy Olsen interviewing Alan Feirer, a corporate trainer and author. Their conversation explores Feirer's journey from a music teacher to a leadership expert, the evolution of his training philosophy emphasizing practical application over mere motivation, and details about his new book, "Leadership i…

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Average Is the Enemy: How Hospitality Became This Dealer's Strategy for Standing Out | Michael Wood, GM at Jaguar and Land Rover of Virginia Beach 46:46

1M ago46:46

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Today I’m joined by Michael Wood, GM at Jaguar Land Rover Virginia Beach. We discuss Jaguar returning to its roots as a niche sports car brand, the existential crisis facing car dealerships, whether “negotiation-free” really matters—and more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. SalesApe (AI Agent Group LTD) - SalesAPE is the AI sales rep built fo…

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Retrotopia Talks a Taz-Mania Double Feature 1:54:47

2M ago1:54:47

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Alan and Sam are at it again with two games for the price of none. This week they are discussing the games Taz-Mania and Tax in Escape from Mars. Join our Patreon for FREE at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopiaBy Alan, Brian, and Sam

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The Hidden EV Hurdle: Why Charging Still Stumps Buyers & How Dealers Can Fix It | Oliver Phillips, Chief Operating Officer of Qmerit 26:18

2M ago26:18

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Today I’m joined by Oliver Phillips, COO of Qmerit. We break down the #1 EV problem dealers aren’t talking about—and how to solve it, why Florida is quietly becoming an EV powerhouse, how EVs are cutting through the political noise, and a whole lot more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. OPENLANE - The world’s leading online dealer marketplace …

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Episode 82 - Jeremy Hall on Radio, Wrestling, and Podcasts - The Daily Plan-it 04022025 49:18

2M ago49:18

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This episode features an interview with Jeremy Hall, a local personality with a diverse background in wrestling, radio, sales, and podcasting. The conversation begins with lighthearted banter and acknowledgments of "partners" instead of sponsors. They reminisce about their shared history in radio and discuss Hall's experiences in professional wrest…

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Auto Tariffs Are Coming– Now What? | Emergency Podcast With 8 Top Dealers And Insiders 53:30

2M ago53:30

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Today on the show: A powerhouse panel breaks down one of the most urgent issues facing auto retail — tariffs. With major policy shifts on the horizon, I brought together some of the industry's top operators, economists, and insiders to cut through the noise and unpack what tariffs could mean for dealers, OEMs, and the entire retail ecosystem. This …

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RetroBytes: Release Perfection 1:54:27

2M ago1:54:27

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Join us this month as Brian gets a little heated about the news. When is the best time to announce a game? What do you folk have to say? Are these games really perfect? Do you want an extra topic? Join our Patreon for FREE to get this show half a month early, with an additional topic at patreon.com/retrotopia where you can join for FREE! Find us on…

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Retrotopia Talks Beloved Rapture 1:16:25

2M ago1:16:25

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Join Sam as he goes solo this episode and talks about the retro inspired RPG available on STEAM, Beloved Rapture. Join our Patreon at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on Social Media at linktr.ee/retrotopiaBy Alan, Brian, and Sam

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Episode 81 - Mack Brooks: Thee Mack Truck Podcast and More - The Daily Plan-it 03272025 42:07

2M ago42:07

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"The Daily Plan-it" hosted by Jimmy Olsen, featuring an interview with Mack Brooks, a local Des Moines woman involved in sports. The conversation covers Brooks' background, including her early involvement in figure skating and football, her experiences playing in women's professional football leagues across Iowa and Nebraska, and the origins of her…

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The Data Battle in Auto Retail: Who’s Losing, and How Dealers Can Take Control | Chad Rycenga, Chief Product Officer at Authenticom 32:14

2M ago32:14

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Today I’m joined by Chad Rycenga, Chief Product Officer at Authenticom. We’re breaking down the data battle playing out on dealership lots — how dealers are protecting customer info, where the threats are coming from, and how smart businesses are using data to unlock serious profits. This episode is brought to you by: 1. CRC Transport LLC - If you’…

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Humbled, Sober, and Scaling to $1B a Year: The Faith-Driven Rise of a 5th-Gen Auto Dealer | Andrew Dahl, President at Dahl Automotive 48:09

2M ago48:09

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Today, I’m sitting down with Andrew Dahl, President at Dahl Automotive, a 12 franchise dealer group based in Wisconsin and Minnesota to discuss: How He's Scaling to $1B a Year, Why 'entitlement' almost ruined a 5th-generation family legacy, How he found found a higher power to change his life and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Sto…

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Retrotopia Talks Yoshi's Story 1:01:21

2M ago1:01:21

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Yoshi returns from his Island adventure on the Super Nintendo to star in his first outing on the Nintendo 64 in this colourful and quirky platfomer. Join Sam and Brian as they discuss the Story of Yoshi and his friends as they search for fruit to make themselves happy. Join us on Patreon for FREE at patreon.com/retrotopia Find us on social media at…

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How Tesla, Tariffs & Market Shifts Are Reshaping Car Sales | David Thomas, Director of Content Marketing at CDK Global 36:01

2M ago36:01

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Today, I’m sitting down with David Thomas, Director of Content Marketing at CDK Global to discuss: Tesla polarizing customers and the brands they are flocking to, The potential impact of auto tariffs and how manufacturers are pivoting, the coming drought of used rental inventory—plus much more. This episode is brought to you by: DriveHRIS - DriveHR…

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Episode 80 - Brian Sweeney: Iowa Service Dogs Helping Veterans and First Responders - The Daily Plan-it 03192025 40:47

2M ago40:47

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The Daily Plan-it features host Jimmy Olsen interviewing Brian Sweeney. Their conversation primarily focuses on Iowa Service Dogs, an organization Sweeney is involved with that trains and provides service dogs at no cost to military veterans and first responders dealing with disabilities like PTSD. They discuss the training process, the types of do…

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Inside Nissan’s Comeback Gameplan: Profitability, Product Mix, And The Long Road Ahead | Vinay Shahani, Chief Marketing & Sales Officer Nissan/Infiniti USA 52:10

2M ago52:10

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Today, I’m sitting down with Vinay Shahani, Chief Marketing & Sales Officer at Nissan/Infiniti USA. We break down Nissan’s comeback strategy, how its product mix is evolving, whether or not the brand is "over-dealered," and what it all means for the future of the franchise—plus much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Corpay - Corpay is tra…

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