Best Auto Detailing IndustryWith Podcasts (2025)

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Darcy Curran, CEO, Highline Warren 1:37:13

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What does it take to stitch 100 years of history into a modern, culture-first powerhouse that most consumers will never recognize on a label? Behzad Rassuli sits down with Highline Warren CEO Darcy Curran to explore how a quiet partner can produce 200 million gallons a year, own a national distribution footprint, and still choose to let the custome…

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“There Is Talent In Every One Of These Communities.” — McCarthy On Revitalizing Rural Maine - PART TWO 25:07

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Send us a text In Part Two, Owen McCarthy shifts the conversation toward rebuilding opportunity across Maine’s rural communities. He outlines how workforce shortages, access barriers, economic stagnation, and outmigration can be addressed by tapping homegrown talent, expanding entrepreneurship, strengthening infrastructure, and embracing new indust…

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“As Soon As People Feel It's Not Safe, It's Definitely Not Safe.” — McCarthy On Perception Becoming Reality - PART ONE 22:38

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Send us a text Owen McCarthy. Republican Gubernatorial Candidate, joins Corenna and David for a wide-ranging conversation on public safety, energy policy, Maine’s housing shortage, accountability in the criminal justice system, the rise of Chinese illegal grow operations, education decline, trades shortages, and the pressures facing working-class f…

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Episode 331: Unreasonable 1:07:05

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Send us a text On this weeks episode of Grease the Wheels, Uncle Jimmy talks about the nature of customers. No one likes having to pay for their car to be fixed, except some of weirdo’s who can tell when we are running the right gas or not. No, most customers will actively chafe when we recommend repairs to their vehicle, no matter how badly they a…

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AAPEX 2025 Open Mic Sessions, Part 3 40:20

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Engines keep evolving; our service model must evolve faster. From the AAPEX floor in Las Vegas, we sit down with leaders shaping the next decade of repair to unpack a simple truth: customers don’t care which channel fixes their vehicles—they care that someone skilled, trusted, and nearby can. That’s why collaboration between OEMs and the independen…

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Chris Martinez: The Dealer’s Playbook for Growth, AI, and Staying a Student of the Game 48:02

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This week on Word on the Street, Andrew sits down with Chris Martinez, a 22-year automotive veteran who’s done it all — from managing at CarMax to building and selling dealership software, and now leading the charge in AI-powered follow-up. Chris shares what it was like growing dealerships from 50 to 500+ used cars a month, spotting white-space opp…

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AAPEX 2025 Open Mic Sessions, Part 2 44:03

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Curiosity isn’t a buzzword here; it’s the operating system. We start on the media side of the aftermarket with a candid look at how asking better questions... why, how, and so what... turns complex topics like AI, EVs, and ADAS into clear direction for shops, jobbers, and distributors. When leaders translate without jargon, trust grows. And in a wo…

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AAPEX 2025 Open Mic Sessions, Part 1 45:13

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What if warranty approvals took hours instead of days, your bay handled most ADAS calibrations without a remodel, and market chaos actually expanded your margins? From the AAPEX show floor, Auto Care ON AIR hosts sit down with three leaders who are reshaping how shops work, sell, and keep drivers safe. First, Jill Trotta explains how OneGuard’s pri…

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“If You Don’t Have A Margin, You Don’t Have A Mission, And We’ve Gotta Keep The Mission Open.” — The financial reality facing Maine Veterans’ Homes. PART TWO 26:22

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Send us a text Part Two continues the discussion with Maine Veterans' Homes CEO Brad Klawitter as he delivers a powerful floor-speech-style message urging legislative action on LD 182 and calls on Mainers to contact their representatives. He shares updates on the OPEGA investigation clearing the organization of waste or abuse, explains partnerships…

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“Our Cost Of Care Is About A Hundred Dollars Higher Than What Our MaineCare Reimbursement Is.” — The funding gap driving LD 182 for Maine Veterans’ Homes. PART ONE 26:22

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Send us a text In this first part of the conversation, Maine Veterans' Homes CEO Brad Klawitter joins Corenna and David Quirk in-studio to discuss the organization’s history, mission, and the financial headwinds facing long-term care for Maine’s veterans. Klawitter outlines the origins of Maine Veterans Homes, founded in 1977 to honor the state’s m…

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UNLOCKED: An Auto Care ON AIR Studio Take Over 11:47

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Recorded from the AAPEX show floor, this episode features Jonathan Larsen, VP of Digital Products & Standards at the Auto Care Association, and Eric Lough, VP of Catalog & Partner Integrations at NexaMotion Group. They broke into the Auto Care ON AIR studio to talk about the AAPEX Show, leadership, and progress over perfection. Send us a text To le…

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Episode 330: AI Revolution 56:15

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Send us a text On this weeks episode of Grease the wheels, Uncle Jimmy dreams of electric sheep - er, service advisors! Ai is filtering it’s way into dealerships more and more. Some of the immediate casualties of this are going to be in sales, as a well put together data set and website are coming straight for the heads of your underperforming sale…

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Parcel Pricing: How Smart Packaging And Data Slash Your Shipping Costs 49:25

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Ever wonder why a light box can cost like a cinder block to ship? We pull back the curtain on parcel pricing with freight and parcel expert Mike Mc Donagh, exploring the real mechanics behind “demand season,” dimensional weight, and the stack of surcharges that quietly erode margins. From residential and additional handling to oversize and unauthor…

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“They Knew That It Was a Problem.” — and — “They Didn’t Tell Anybody.” — Frey on PFAS manufacturers concealing known dangers. Part TWO 32:11

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Send us a text 🎙️ “They Knew That It Was a Problem.” — AND — “They Didn’t Tell Anybody.” — Frey on PFAS manufacturers concealing known dangers and profiting from decades of silence. Part Two continues the in-studio conversation with Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey, as he explains how PFAS manufacturers knowingly hid the dangers of their “forever …

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“There Are Still Threads to Pull.” — Frey on Maine’s ongoing investigation into the 250 absentee ballots found in an Amazon package. Part ONE 25:22

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Send us a text “There Are Still Threads to Pull.” Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey joins Corenna and David Quirk in studio to discuss the absentee ballot investigation that has drawn national attention after hundreds of ballots were discovered in an Amazon delivery box. Frey explains how his office and the Secretary of State are working together t…

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EpIsode 329: Tug of War 1:17:28

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Send us a text On this episode of Grease the Wheels, we talk about some of the pull factors that are in fact causing the tech shortage. This is a significant problem in the industry, and thankfully some seriously high up people are actually talking about it. To illustrate this, we talk about the massive tug of war that happens regarding the money i…

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Why Thinking Like A Broadcaster Beats Making More Content 47:17

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The media landscape is shifting fast, and the smartest brands aren’t just buying placements, they’re becoming broadcasters. We sit down with Simon Shelley, former BBC Studios leader and advisor to media and tech companies, to unpack how audience habits, platform formats, and funding models are changing what effective brand storytelling looks like. …

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“Maine Is Too Important to Get Tied Up in a Large Scale Agenda.” — Bishop on Unity Over Politics 26:46

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Send us a text Maine State Representative Steve Bishop joins Corenna and David Quirk in studio for his third appearance to talk about what really works in Augusta — listening, teamwork, and leaving party labels at the door. From his work on the Transportation Committee to the realities facing Maine’s small businesses, housing, and local economies, …

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“People Are Dying, Plain and Simple.” — Sheriff Kane on Maine’s Drug Epidemic. 26:59

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Send us a text Hancock County Sheriff Scott Kane joins Corenna and David Quirk on the Q-Point Podcast for an unfiltered look at law enforcement in rural Maine. From the deadly impact of fentanyl and rising addiction rates to patrol shortages, K-9 program challenges, and navigating county and federal jurisdictions, Sheriff Kane discusses the realiti…

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Old School + New School: Blending Veteran Wisdom with Fresh Ideas 38:42

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The studio glow-up set the mood: take something proven and make it feel new. That’s exactly where our conversation goes with Delaney and Andrew Kitching of GB Remanufacturing, two paths into the automotive aftermarket that prove this industry is more dynamic, tech-forward, and welcoming than most people expect. From a tech startup and influencer ma…

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“Money’s Better Off in the Mainer’s Pockets Than in the Government’s.” — Jones on Taxes, Energy, and Accountability. Part TWO 26:52

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Send us a text In Part Two of their conversation with Republican gubernatorial candidate David Jones, Corenna and David Quirk dive into the economic and policy challenges shaping Maine’s future. Jones calls high taxes and government waste “oppressive,” arguing that working Mainers are trapped in what he describes as “economic prison.” He outlines h…

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“Leave Your Ego at the Door. Let’s Make Maine Great Again.” — David Jones on Teamwork Over Wedge Issues. Part ONE 25:40

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Send us a text David Jones joins Q-Point Podcast to talk candidly about his campaign for governor — and his belief that teamwork, humility, and unity must replace ego in politics. Drawing from decades in business and public service, Jones shares firsthand experiences on the campaign trail, his time as a national convention delegate, and what he’s l…

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Episode 328: Gentlemen, Check Your Engines 1:47:23

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of Grease the Wheels, Uncle Jimmy takes to task a newsfeed article that stumbled across his unnamed homepage (it was probably AOL) regarding the common warning lights in cars and what they mean — according to someone who has never worked on a car. These ones are always fun, from the teapot of doom and the drunk…

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How standardized service data transforms pricing, warranty decisions, and fleet strategy across the aftermarket 37:30

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What if your repair data actually told you what to do next? We sit down with Austin Ledgerwood, National Director of Sales and Insights at Motor Information Systems, to trace how messy service records become clean, standardized, decision-ready intelligence that changes pricing, warranty calls, stocking, and fleet strategy. From a Mountain Dew green…

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“We’ve Got It All Wrong in Augusta.” Libby on Spending and State Priorities - Part Two 30:32

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Send us a text In this continued conversation, Senator Jim Libby discusses welfare expansion, accountability, and the urgent need to realign Maine’s budget priorities. He shares concerns about unbid nonprofit contracts, misuse of public funds, and the growth of dependency programs that he believes “are hurting, not helping” Mainers. Libby calls for…

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“We Can’t Tax Our Way To Prosperity.” Senator Libby On Maine’s Economic Future - Part One 28:29

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Send us a text Senator Jim Libby sits down with Q-Point Podcast to explain his decision to run under Maine’s Clean Elections system and share his views on how money shapes policy in Augusta. He breaks down budget growth and tax changes, outlining a four-year plan to reduce income taxes and expand the homestead exemption for property-tax relief. Lib…

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Episode 327: Then & Now 1:02:26

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of Grease the Wheels, Uncle Jimmy watches the interview with Jim Farley, who unsurprisingly completely misses the point of why there is a technician shortage. He does mention that there is one, so that actually gives him a ton of credit in our book. To hammer the point home, Jimmy winds back the clock to the mi…

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How a Federal Shutdown Ripples Through Parts, Repairs, and Consumer Demand 8:40

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Headlines about a federal shutdown can feel distant until your parts sit at a port, your product launch hits a certification queue, or your customers hit pause on upgrades. We take a clear-eyed look at what a funding lapse really means for the automotive aftermarket and why even a moderate delay can magnify existing pressures from tariffs, EPR, and…

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“You Don’t Have to Take Politics as It’s Currently Served Up” — Rick Bennett’s Call for Reform 20:11

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Send us a text In Part Two, Maine State Senator and Independent Gubernatorial Candidate Rick Bennett continues the conversation, turning to some of Maine’s most urgent challenges: ⚡ Energy Reform — Bennett warns that Maine’s solar subsidy program has left “$240 million of stranded costs onto ratepayers,” with most benefits going to out-of-state Wal…

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“You Can’t Subsidize Your Way to 80,000 Houses” — Rick Bennett on Maine’s Housing Crisis 26:09

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Send us a text Maine State Senator and independent gubernatorial candidate Rick Bennett explains why he left the GOP and why party structures have become an obstacle to real solutions. He says the parties have become a “net negative” and argues for a new path built on cross-partisanship, compromise, and transparency. Bennett outlines three top prio…

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Inside the Auto Parts Tariff Storm: Angela Chiang on 232, 301, and IEPA, plus refunds, cash flow, and how to stay compliant 18:42

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Episode 326: From the Files 1:11:37

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of Grease the Wheels, we look through the archives at some of the hits and misses of the previous 325 episodes of the podcast. We have undoubtedly had some ridiculous fun so far, including pondering children’s programming aiming to get more kids into the trades with incredible titles such as Mr. Rogers Dyno Roo…

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Creating Your Own Career Opportunities 44:37

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“The Fentanyl…Was Visible to the Naked Eye on Her Teddy Bear.” — The Push for Stronger Protections PART TWO 26:54

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Send us a text Deputy District Attorney Chelsea Lynds continues her candid conversation, recounting the harrowing “Teddy Bear” fentanyl overdose case and her push for LD 592, which would have created a felony version of endangering the welfare of a child. She reflects on political resistance in Augusta, the influence of lobbyists, stalled appeals, …

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"When I Started, an Average Caseload Was Around 180 Cases — Now We All Have Over 300.” — The Strain on Maine’s Justice System PART ONE 26:59

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Send us a text Deputy District Attorney Chelsea Lynds of Penobscot and Piscataquis Counties discusses how Maine’s justice system is straining under the weight of rising felony cases, staffing shortages, and the defense crisis for indigent people. She explains how caseloads for prosecutors have doubled since 2019, the fallout from COVID and attorney…

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Episode 325: More New Guy and “NOS” Guy Survival Kit 1:04:04

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Send us a text On this episode of Grease the Wheels, Uncle Jimmy follows up last week’s episode with all of the stuff that he forgot — it happens, because as a new guy there is a ton of things to learn in a short period of time and sometimes the people teaching you the ropes will themselves forget things. We also get into the idea of changing jobs …

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Weather's Impact on the Auto Parts Business with NASA Meteorologist Rob Gutro 24:54

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A neutral ENSO pattern is about to disrupt your winter inventory planning. Are you ready? Former NASA meteorologist Rob Gutro joins Stacey Miller to explore how this winter's unique weather patterns will dramatically impact auto parts demand across different US regions. For the first time in 12 years, we're entering a neutral El Niño Southern Oscil…

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Dad in the Desk Chair: Greg Smith’s Path from Data to People 53:22

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From MBA courses to dealership leadership, Greg Smith has built a career on analytics—then discovered the power of people. In this episode of Word on the Street, Greg shares how his “Dad in the Desk Chair” newsletter took shape, the leadership lessons that reshaped his management style, and the data-driven strategies helping dealerships grow market…

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“Running for Sheriff Isn’t Just About a Title.” — Corey Bagley on Leadership, Transparency, and Vision - PART TWO 26:54

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Send us a text In Part Two, Corey Bagley outlines his vision for the Sheriff’s Office and the leadership style he would bring if elected. He details why he believes cashless bail has failed, why he supports Maine’s yellow flag law and opposes a broader red flag law, and why transparency and accountability must be central to law enforcement. Bagley …

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“Cashless Bail Has Been a Disaster.” — Corey Bagley on Repeat Offenders and Accountability - PART ONE 26:32

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Send us a text In Part One, Republican candidate for Hancock County Sheriff Corey Bagley shares his story of growing up in Hancock County, serving more than three decades in law enforcement, and building community ties through service and leadership. From his time patrolling Swans Island to supervising for the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency, Bagley …

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Episode 324: New Guy Survival Kit 1:11:37

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Send us a text On this episode of Grease the Wheels, we have some serious words of wisdom (and rants) for the new guys. If you have new guys in the shop, this is probably a good one to start them out with, because it should theoretically cut about 90% of the BS if they actually listen! From inherent mechanical curiosity to becoming a master technic…

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Risk and Roads: The Data Behind Your Insurance Rates 38:19

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When you open that auto insurance renewal notice and see your premium has increased yet again, what factors are actually driving that change? In this eye-opening conversation, Michel Leonard, Chief Economist and Data Scientist at the Insurance Information Institute (III), takes us behind the scenes of how insurance rates are determined. Insurance m…

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AI in Automotive Retail: Jarrod Kilway on the Next Big Shift 1:01:43

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In this episode of Word on the Street, we sit down with Jarrod Kilway, VP of Digital Operations at Casa Auto Group, to explore how AI is reshaping dealership operations. From training GPT agents to pull real-time insights from the DMS and CRM, to automating marketing campaigns and service outreach, Jarrod shares how dealers can use AI to cut ineffi…

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The Convenience Factor: Why Speed Trumps Friendliness 31:41

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What makes a customer choose your business over a competitor's? According to customer experience expert David Avrin, it's not just about quality or friendly service anymore, it's about being "ridiculously easy to do business with." The stakes have never been higher. As headlines show Salesforce cutting 4,000 customer service jobs in favor of AI and…

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“I Don’t Think It’s a Secret That I Was Definitely Thinking About It” — Reflecting on Governor Rumors - Part TWO 21:06

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Send us a text In Part Two, Golden speaks candidly about rising crime and drug trafficking in Maine, including a shootout in Rumford that put police in the line of fire. He reflects on governor rumors, why he chose to remain in Congress, and the balance between public service and family life. Golden also touches on housing legislation, the influenc…

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“I’m Not Willing To Sacrifice The Entire Maine Fishery” — Defending Lobstermen in the Right Whale Debate - Part ONE 23:25

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Send us a text In Part One of our conversation with Congressman Jared Golden, we dive into foreign policy, Israel, and Maine’s iconic lobster industry. Golden weighs the risks of U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine, calls for conditional oversight on aid to Israel, and explains his concerns with the Biden administration’s approach to EV rebates. H…

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From Desperation to Director: Trent Cannon’s Journey Through Automotive 27:12

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What does it take to go from rock bottom to leading innovation in the automotive industry? In this episode of Word on the Street, Andrew Street sits down with Trent Cannon to unpack his incredible journey. From losing jobs during the recession and struggling to find his footing, to breaking into car sales “out of desperation,” Trent’s story is one …

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“If You Can’t Behave on Our Waterfront, You’re Not Going to Be Here” - PART TWO 26:25

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Send us a text Part Two continues the conversation with Brewer Police Chief Christopher Martin and Brewer Mayor Michelle Daniels. Chief Martin shares unfiltered views on safe injection sites, the rise of dangerous synthetic drugs, and increased northern border activity. Mayor Daniels discusses Brewer’s priorities in land use, zoning reform, and cit…

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“Heaven Forbid if Somebody Could Not Be a Victim of a Crime That Week” - PART ONE 25:27

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Send us a text In Part One, Brewer Police Chief Christopher Martin and Brewer Mayor Michelle Daniels join us in-studio to discuss pressing public safety challenges. Chief Martin recounts a recent child endangerment incident, shares candid views on bail reform, and highlights the cost of boarding inmates out of county. Mayor Daniels addresses the bu…

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AAPEX Uncovered: Updates, Insights & Winning Moves 56:20

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Get ready for a complete unwrapping of the automotive aftermarket's premier event! In this engaging conversation, Mark Bogdansky, Vice President of Trade Shows & Community Engagement, and Ted Hughes, Senior Director of Community Engagement & Executive Director of AWDA, join host Jacki Lutz to reveal the most significant changes coming to AAPEX sinc…