How to Find and Choose a BNI Group

EPISODE: 187 – How to Find and Choose a BNI Group
Let’s be honest: BNI isn’t new to you. If you’ve been around this podcast, you’ve heard us talk about Business Networking International before. But this time, we’re taking a deeper dive into something[…]
Our Favorite Episodes of 2025

EPISODE: 186 – Our Favorite Episodes of 2025
Want a shortcut to the best episodes from 2025 that’ll breathe new life into your mindset, your marketing, and your mission as a shop owner? This one’s a must-listen. Kim and Brian sat down[…]
The Fast Track: How Paying for Speed Changes Everything

EPISODE: 185 – The Fast Track: How Paying for Speed Changes Everything
Standing in line for hours at Disney might not sound like it has anything to do with running an auto repair shop but Brian Walker draws a straight line between the two. In this episode, he shares how paying to fast track your experiences[…]
How ASCCA Protected Shops’ Ability to Track Google Ads—An Insider Update with Dave Kusa

EPISODE: 184 – How ASCCA Protected Shops’ Ability to Track Google Ads—An Insider Update with Dave Kusa
California auto repair shop owners, there’s a new regulation that almost flew under the radar, and if you’re doing any kind of digital advertising, you’ll want to hit play[…]
Preparing for the Unexpected with Darrin and Ginger Barney

EPISODE: 183 – Preparing for the Unexpected with Darrin and Ginger Barney
Most shop owners avoid tough conversations until it’s too late. But what happens when life throws you something completely unexpected[…]
Takeaways From The Marketing AI Conference with Hallie Wasinger
EPISODE: 182 – Takeaways From The Marketing AI Conference with Hallie Wasinger
What if your best strategic thinking partner wasn’t on your payroll, but sitting right in your pocket?
In this episode of The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Brian Walker sits down with Hallie Wasinger to unpack what she learned at the MAICON (Marketing AI Conference). But don’t let the name fool you[…]
From Invisible to Unmissable: How McCart’s Auto Center Stands Out

EPISODE: 181 – From Invisible to Unmissable: How McCart’s Auto Center Stands Out with Kelly McCart
A bland building that blended in… turned bold brand that brought in business. That’s the real story behind this episode featuring Kelly McCart from McCart’s Auto Center. If you’ve ever wondered whether the look[…]
Big beautiful, impactful email!

EPISODE: 180 – Big beautiful, impactful email!
Kim Walker’s flying solo on this one, and she’s got a fire-in-her-belly message for every shop owner still sleeping on email marketing. This isn’t your typical “email tips” episode, it’s a storytelling breakdown[…]
The Legalities of Tracking Numbers and Recording Calls with David Boyd
EPISODE: 179 – The Legalities of Tracking Numbers and Recording Calls with David Boyd
There’s a lot you can ignore in marketing, but legal compliance isn’t one of them. Especially when a quiet policy change in California nearly stripped shops of their ability to track marketing ROI overnight. This episode dives into the legalities[…]
Who is Josh Parnell, really?

EPISODE: 178 – Who is Josh Parnell, really?
Josh Parnell’s story isn’t your typical rise to success narrative. It’s one of faith, perspective, and the kind of leadership that’s forged through humility and hard lessons. From dreaming of becoming a filmmaker to serving as an Air Force[…]