Car Guy Coffee

Car Guy Coffee Podcast: Solutionaries Rising feat. Shasta Haddock

Car Guy Coffee Podcast: Solutionaries Rising feat. Shasta Haddock Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective. In this episode, we are joined by Shasta Haddock. We dive into her new movement that aims to bring people together to create positive change and find solutions to the problems we face. Shasta shares her insights on shifting the narrative from focusing on problems to celebrating solutions and positive actions within our communities. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to build a better world and find inspiration to make a difference. 📲Stream it. Share it. Let's Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! carguycoffee.com certifiedsolutionaries.com

Sep 17, 2025 31 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast: Upshift to Uplift feat. Dusty Sutherland

Car Guy Coffee Podcast: Upshift to Uplift feat. Dusty Sutherland Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective. In this episode we are joined by Dusty Sutherland, a veteran, leader, car guy, and marketing expert. We dive into ways to grow, lead, and help others do the same, as Dusty shares his inspiring journey from serving in the U.S. Navy to excelling in automotive sales, service, and advertising. He brings a unique blend of discipline, faith, leadership, and storytelling to the conversation. This is a must-listen for anyone in the automotive industry or anyone simply looking for motivation to grow and help others. 📲Stream it. Share it. Let's Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! carguycoffee.comcertifiedsolutionaries.com

Sep 11, 2025 46 min 2 annotations

Car Guy Coffee Podcast: Coffee Break feat. Paul J Daly

Car Guy Coffee Podcast: Coffee Break feat. Paul J Daly Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective. In this episode we sit down with Paul J. Daly, CEO of ASOTU, to talk about the highly anticipated ASOTUCON event. Paul gives us a sneak peek into the exclusive swag and reveals details about the upcoming "More Than Cars" video series. The group discusses how to navigate industry challenges with a positive mindset, focusing on what's controllable like culture and sales processes. They also highlight some of the incredible speakers and the annual reconditioned car giveaway for a great cause. Plus, listeners can get a special discount on their tickets! 📲Stream it. Share it. Let's Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! carguycoffee.comcertifiedsolutionaries.com

Sep 03, 2025 38 min

Car Guy Coffee & DriveCentric presents “DC20 Unlocked” feat. Matt Leone

Car Guy Coffee & DriveCentric presents “DC20 Unlocked” feat. Matt Leone Welcome back to DC20 Unlocked, a series with Drive Centric & the Car Guy Coffee Podcast dedicated to the people, platforms, and events shaping the future of the automotive industry. This is your exclusive access to the minds behind DriveCentric and the key players who are empowering dealerships to win with next-level technology and data. Each episode is designed to help you unlock new solutions and elevate your business. In this episode, we sit down with special guest Matt Leone, the new CEO of DriveCentric. Matt shares his vision for the company, which includes leveraging AI to enhance engagement, expanding their partner ecosystem, and utilizing data to improve reporting. He provides valuable advice for dealers, regardless of their CRM, on how to use a CRM as a modern platform for engagement, not just a system for tasks. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay ahead of the curve in automotive technology. Augment your team. Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe! Brew Brought By: www.drivecentric.comcarguycoffee.comcertifiedsolutionaries.com

Aug 27, 2025 28 min 1 annotation

Car Guy Coffee Podcast Presents #5Liner feat. Noel Ong Robinson

Car Guy Coffee Podcast Presents “#5Liner” feat. Noel Ong Robinson Welcome to The #5Liner, the show dedicated to the individual journeys that power the automotive industry. It's not about the company; it's about the individual, their career, mindset, and personal story. In each episode, we sit down with a high-quality selection of Car Guys and Car Gals to get beyond the title and into the hard earned wisdom they've gained. Join us as we uncover the wins, challenges, and #5Liner takeaways that have shaped today’s top talent. In this episode, we're joined by Noel Ong Robinson from C4-Analytics. Noel shares her inspiring journey from being a sales pro on the showroom floor to becoming a powerful force in automotive marketing. She reveals how her passion for personal growth and community drives her, and the hardest lesson she learned about moving past ego to embrace discipline. Noel also discusses how her greatest reward has been the lasting relationships she's built, many of which have become like family. 📲Stream it. Sip it. Share it. Let's Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! carguycoffee.comcertifiedsolutionaries.com

Aug 21, 2025 35 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “Hauler’s Grind” with Jake Berkal feat Jean Paul Guidry

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “Hauler’s Grind” with Jake Berkal feat Jean Paul Guidry Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective. In this episode of "The Hauler's Grind" on the Car Guy Coffee podcast Lou, Fred and Jake Berkal from Auto Hauler Exchange speak with special guest Jean Paul Guidry from “Motor City LA”. We dive into the critical topic of vehicle logistics and transportation for independent car dealers. Jean Paul shares his personal stories of costly mistakes, highlighting how using a professional service like Auto Hauler Exchange has saved him money and mitigated risk. We explore how their transparent, fixed pricing and rigorously vetted carrier network not only improve efficiency but also provide peace of mind in a challenging market. This is a must-listen for any dealer looking to tighten their operations and avoid common transportation pitfalls. 📲Stream it. Share it. Let's Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! carguycoffee.comcertifiedsolutionaries.com

Aug 18, 2025 35 min 1 annotation

Caffeinated Campaigns: Episode 3

Caffeinated Campaigns: Episode 3 Welcome to “Caffeinated Campaigns” presented by CGC Media and Edifice Automotive Marketing. This podcast brews bold insights, high-octane strategies, and real-world tips, tricks, and tactics that actually drive results. Whether you're a dealer, vendor, sales pro, marketing strategist, or industry innovator, each episode pours a fresh cup of actionable advice to fuel your next move and keep your marketing engine running strong. In this episode, we're joined by Sheridan Schreiber and Hale Soucie from Edifice Automotive Marketing. We dive into why traditional paid search methods are becoming less effective and why a proactive, strategic approach is essential for dealers. We discuss how Edifice helps dealerships target the right customers with a customized approach, guaranteeing a 4x ROI and giving them a competitive edge. This is a must listen for anyone looking to stop passively waiting for customers and start actively creating their market. ☕Take a shot. ⛽ Fuel your mind. Drive your results. Let’s Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! www.carguycoffee.comcertifiedsolutionaries.comwww.edificeautomarketing.com

Aug 13, 2025 43 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast Presents “#5Liner” feat. Amber Daniel

Car Guy Coffee Podcast Presents “#5Liner” feat. Amber Daniel Welcome to The #5Liner, the show dedicated to the individual journeys that power the automotive industry. It's not about the company; it's about the individual, their career, mindset, and personal story. In each episode, we sit down with a high-quality selection of Car Guys and Car Gals to get beyond the title and into the hard earned wisdom they've gained. Join us as we uncover the wins, challenges, and #5Line takeaways that have shaped today’s top talent. In this episode we're honored to share the story of Amber Daniel, Chief Revenue Officer at Cognition and a "40 slightly over 40" award winner. Amber shares her unexpected entry into the automotive world and her career path, from a Craigslist posting to a leadership role. She highlights the importance of surrounding yourself with good people, the creative problem-solving she learned from her mentors, and how her greatest career reward has been the relationships she's built. 📲Stream it. Sip it. Share it. Let's Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! carguycoffee.comcertifiedsolutionaries.com

Aug 06, 2025 45 min

Brewed to Kenect | Episode 1: A.I.

Brewed to Kenect | Episode 1 Welcome to “Brewed to Kenect”, our brand new show designed to help Dealers, Sales Pros, and the entire Automotive Industry forge stronger relationships and boost your dealership's success. Each episode brings you practical insights and strategies, empowering you to better connect with clients and elevate your team's engagement within your dealership. In this first brew, Fred and Lou sit down with Graham Anderson, CCO and Co-Founder of Kenect, to explore how the evolution of AI is impacting dealerships right now and where it’s heading fast. From unlocking efficiency without replacing people, to enhancing the customer experience through smarter communication, this conversation shines a light on the real, practical ways technology is being used on the showroom floor and in the service lane. Graham also gives us an inside look at how Kenect is helping dealers adapt and thrive in the face of change. If you’ve been wondering what’s hype and what’s real when it comes to AI in automotive… this brew’s for you. 📲Stream it. Share it. Let's Kenect. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! carguycoffee.comcertifiedsolutionaries.comsmart.kenect.com/car-guy-coffee

Jul 30, 2025 28 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “Brewed to Lead: The Ed Roberts Effect”

Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective. Ed Roberts, the powerhouse behind Bozard Ford Lincoln and Mile One Leadership, returns to Car Guy Coffee for another deep pour of wisdom, resilience, and real leadership talk. In this episode 'Brewed to Lead: The Ed Roberts Effect,' Ed shares insights on the importance of action over mere knowledge, the power of positive language, and how Bozard Ford Lincoln fosters a culture of continuous improvement and team recognition. From Fixed Ops mastery to a servant-first mindset, Ed’s journey isn’t just inspiring—it’s transformational, offering practical strategies for leaders in the automotive industry. 📲Stream it. Share it. Let's Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! carguycoffee.comcertifiedsolutionaries.com

Jul 23, 2025 40 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast #5Liner feat. featuring: Graham Anderson w/ Kenect

Car Guy Coffee Podcast #5Liner feat. featuring: Graham Anderson w/ Kenect This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing about! Featured in each episode are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we talk to Graham Anderson with Kenect. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

Jul 16, 2025 37 min

Caffeinated Campaigns | Episode 2

Caffeinated Campaigns | Episode 2Welcome to “Caffeinated Campaigns” presented by CGC Media and Edifice Automotive Marketing. This podcast brews bold insights, high-octane strategies, and real-world tips, tricks, and tactics that actually drive results. Whether you're a dealer, vendor, sales pro, marketing strategist, or industry innovator, each episode pours a fresh cup of actionable advice to fuel your next move and keep your marketing engine running strong. Take a shot. Fuel your mind. Drive your results. Let’s Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! www.carguycoffee.comwww.edificeautomarketing.com

Jul 08, 2025 38 min

Caffeinated Campaigns | Episode 1

Caffeinated Campaigns | Episode 1 Welcome to “Caffeinated Campaigns” presented by CGC Media and Edifice Automotive Marketing. This podcast brews bold insights, high-octane strategies, and real-world tips, tricks, and tactics that actually drive results. Whether you're a dealer, vendor, sales pro, marketing strategist, or industry innovator, each episode pours a fresh cup of actionable advice to fuel your next move and keep your marketing engine running strong. Take a shot. Fuel your mind. Drive your results. Let’s Brew. Don’t forget to share and subscribe! www.carguycoffee.comwww.edificeautomarketing.com

Jul 01, 2025 58 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “CGC Media” Special Brew NADA Recap 2025 Edition II

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “CGC Media” Special Brew NADA Recap 2025 Edition II This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this special brew we dive back into NADA 2025 , Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

Jun 17, 2025 58 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Dan Watkins at the Reputation Booth

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Dan Watkins at the Reputation Booth This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we interview special guest Dan Watkins at the Reputation Booth. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

Jun 10, 2025 14 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast #5Liner feat. featuring: Chris Slaydon w/ Dealer Blue Sky

Car Guy Coffee Podcast #5Liner feat. featuring: Chris Slaydon w/ Dealer Blue Sky This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing about! Featured in each episode are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we talk to Chris Slaydon, Founder & CEO of Dealer Blue Sky. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

Jun 03, 2025 53 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Caitlin Cowley at the PureCars Booth

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Caitlin Cowley at the PureCars Booth This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we interview special guest Caitlin Cowley at the PureCars Booth. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

May 27, 2025 10 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “Interview” feat. Angela Rizzo

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “Interview” feat. Angela Rizzo This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we honor a great friend, Angela Rizzo. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe! Brew Brought By Our Proud Sponsors At: www.autohaulerexchange.com

May 22, 2025 47 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Dillon & Sam w/ 800% at the ActivEngage Booth

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Dillon & Sam w/ 800% at the ActivEngage Booth This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we interview special guest Dillon & Sam from the 800% Crew at the ActivEngage Booth. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

May 13, 2025 12 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Anthony Ayala at the Reputation Booth

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Anthony Ayala at the Reputation Booth This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we interview special guest Anthony Ayala at the Reputation Booth. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

May 06, 2025 10 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Carol Marshall at the ActivEngage Booth

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Carol Marshall at the ActivEngage Booth This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we interview special guest Carol Marshall at the ActivEngage Booth. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

Apr 29, 2025 28 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Bill Egan at the AutomotiveMastermind Booth

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - feat. Bill Egan at the AutomotiveMastermind Booth This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we interview special guest Bill Egan at the AutomotiveMastermind Booth. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

Apr 22, 2025 16 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - Aaron Sheeks at the PureCars Booth

Car Guy Coffee Podcast NADA 2025 Edition - Aaron Sheeks at the PureCars Booth This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we interview special guest Aaron Sheeks from the PureCars Booth. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe!

Apr 15, 2025 13 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “CGC Media” Brew’n Solutions feat. Aaron Sheeks

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “CGC Media” Brew’n Solutions w/ Aaron Sheeks This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this brew we speak with Aaron Sheeks. Take a sip and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe! Brew Brought By Our Proud Sponsors At: www.autohaulerexchange.com

Apr 08, 2025 33 min

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “CGC Media” Special Brew NADA 2025 Recap

Car Guy Coffee Podcast “CGC Media” Special Brew NADA 2025 Edition This is a blend of Dealers, Vendors, and Voices in our incredible industry that are committed to seeing the Upshift and Uplift that we are committed to brewing high quality solutions! Featured in each episode is are high quality selection of Car Guy’s and Car Gals. In this special brew we discuss NADA 2025 Recap, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe! Brew Brought By Our Proud Sponsors At: www.autohaulerexchange.com

Apr 02, 2025 58 min