Best Collision Repair Podcasts (2025)

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Collision Coffee Talk: Liberty Biberty Bad Faith and Alcohol In Collision Repair 1:22:17

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We spent last week up in the Northeast visiting New York and New Jersey, but there was a few things of intrest and a claims conferecne to review. In this weeks episode we'll discuss: Liberty Mututal and Pre-Meditated Bad Faith? State Farm and Elitek Pricing Agreements Insurer Tech Conference 2025 Alcohol and Collision Repair? We Launch a New Servic…

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Why DIY Windshield Repair Could Cost You Your Life

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Join auto glass expert Matt Lewis as he reveals why attempting DIY windshield repairs could have devastating consequences for driver safety and vehicle structural integrity. In this eye-opening episode, Matt breaks down how modern windshields are critical safety components integrated with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and why improper …

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Episode 239 - The Real Risks Behind Cheap Collision Repair with Ken Miller 1:05:17

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2025 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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'Required': Ford Motor Co. Updates its Position Statements 11:35

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In this episode, we’ll be talking with Andrew McInnes, FCSD, Collision & Global Brand Protection Manager, Ford Motor Company, about how the OEM recently updated its position statements for all Ford and Lincoln vehicles from 1996 and later to include a powerful word change to “required,” and the reasons for that change. For more information and the …

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Collision Coffee Talk: State Farm Sued For Using AI in Claims and BASF Sell Is Complete 1:32:39

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We have a lot to cover this morning in the industry! It was only a matter of time, but State Farm is facing multiple class action lawsuits over their use of AI in claims handling. How will this effect shops that also use AI tools to complete estimates and look up procedures? Tesla total loss issues and problems created with how they handle vehicles…

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Why Winter Windshield Cracks Cost You 3x More Now

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Auto glass expert Matt Lewis reveals why windshield replacements during winter months have tripled in cost and what this means for both shop owners and customers. Learn actionable strategies to handle winter-specific pricing challenges, including how to effectively communicate price increases to customers while maintaining profitability and trust. …

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Episode 238 - Building on a Legacy Optimizing Shop Culture and Empowering Teams With Tonnika Haynes 1:12:15

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2025 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Collision Rentals Done Right! 1:02:05

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Send us a text **🎙️ Podcast Show Notes: What if the fastest way to win more keys is to hand clients your keys—on your terms? In this episode, we sit down with Laura Tierney of ShopLoaner.com to break down how collision and auto repair shops can take control of one of their biggest bottlenecks: rentals. From slow insurance claims to unavailable thir…

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118. Raising Repair Standards and Shaping the Future with Frank Phillips 33:47

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The collision repair industry is transforming—advanced technology, connected cars, and electric vehicles are redefining what it means to “fix it right.” But as the industry evolves, raising repair standards and collaboration remain essential. In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco talks with Frank Phillips, a 35-year industry veteran with experience at …

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The 4 Mindset Shifts Every Shop Owner Needs | Ep. #130 31:50

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This week, we're doing something different. We’ve pulled together 4 of the most powerful, no-BS moments from past Body Bangin’ episodes, the kind of insights that shift how you think, lead, and grow. Here’s what’s inside: #45 — Changing the Way We Communicate is Key (with Kristen Felder) → Why relationship-based communication matters more than tran…

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An 'I Will' Attitude is the Only Attitude 21:10

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By FenderBender

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Collision Coffee Talk: Tesla Slapped By DOI Progressive Makes Legal Mistake State Farm Drops Labor 1:16:26

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By Kristen Felder

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Why Waiting After Windshield Repair Saves Your Life

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By Matt Lewis

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Episode 237 - How Mindset and Foundational Principles Can Change Your Shop’s Trajectory With Cecil Bullard 1:26:27

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2025 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Which Body Shops Survive After 2025? 18:20

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Send us a text This episode highlights an interview published by The Autobody Source in Summer of 2022. Enjoy the show! For generational body shop business owners who refuse to hire and train Millennials, it’s probably time to reconsider. It Matters because the old era of collision center management is over and the Millennial takeover has begun. Ac…

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Fake Parts Can Have Real Consequences 16:35

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Last year, U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized over 211,000 counterfeit auto parts, a whopping doubling from the number seized the previous year. This issue goes beyond selling an unlicensed copy of an emblem. NHTSA identified five known cases of death or serious injury in 2023 and 2024 in which the vehicle was equipped with a defective count…

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Collision Coffee Talk: DRPs Are Bad Faith! Shops Cross The Legal Line & Toby is Back! 1:41:25

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It's a long episode be we have some exciting things to talk about! Understanding "Sticker Shock" in Collision Repair DRP's Are Bad Faith Toby Chess is BACK! Rules and Regulations for RTA Claim Volume Takes HUGE Dip Shops Cross The Line In Supplement Handling We're Going on the Road!By Kristen Felder

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Why Dynamic Calibration Will 3X Your Testing Accuracy

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Discover why dynamic ADAS calibration is revolutionizing testing accuracy and becoming the new gold standard in auto glass safety. In this episode, industry veteran Matt Lewis breaks down the scientific advantages of dynamic calibration over static testing, revealing how this approach can triple your precision rates and dramatically reduce liabilit…

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Episode 236 - Industry Burnout, Stress, Shop Culture, and Work-Life Balance With Nicholas Lerubino 1:04:17

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2025 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Episode #209- Never Stop Learning -REBOOT #117 15:49

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Send us a text 🎙️ Podcast Show Notes: Knowledge isn’t just power—it’s survival in today’s collision repair world. In this weeks’ episode, I share lessons from decades serving this industry, and my recent experience at the Tennessee Collision Repairers Association “Music City Conference”. The core message? Continuous education isn’t optional—it’s th…

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117. Why You Need an Advisor as Conductor of Your Financial Life 16:01

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Most shop owners have a CPA, an attorney, and maybe a financial advisor—but without a conductor, progress stalls. That’s why you need someone to act as the conductor, bringing all the pieces together. In this episode, Matt Di Francesco shares how the right advisor can quarterback the process, providing emotional guidance, holistic oversight, strate…

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Mentorship at work: Building the future of auto care 25:10

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In this episode of Curbside Chat, we explore the power of mentorship and its role in driving professional growth within the auto care sector. Host Lorraine Sommerfeld sits down with Stephanie Cooney-Mann, general manager at UAP Inc., and Trevor Jones, vice president of sales at Mevotech. Together, they discuss how mentorship helps cultivate future …

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Collision Coffee Talk: Tesla Admits Problem! DRP Nightmare and Insurer Premeditated Actions TPA 1:19:08

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You have got to hear the latest developments across the world of insurance, OEM and collision repair. Grab your cup, this one is a bit crazy! GM Website Revels Deeper Issues with Certification and Locator The Consolidation Game Has Ended, or Is it Now Just Being Played With Independent Shop Owners Dramatic Changes On The Horizon For DRP Contracts T…

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Why Your Windshield Is at Risk – 3 Expert Prevention Tips

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In this eye-opening episode, auto glass expert Matt Lewis reveals the hidden threats to your windshield’s integrity and shares three proven prevention strategies that could save you thousands in repairs. Learn why modern windshields are more vulnerable than ever before, and discover practical, actionable tips to protect your investment from damage,…

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Episode 235 - Gatekeeping vs. Mentoring in the Shop With Bob Leonard 1:13:43

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2025 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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3 Marketing Strategies for Collision Shops | Ep. #129 21:08

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What does it really take to bring more cars through the door, win trust in your community, and future-proof your shop’s marketing? In this special solo episode of Body Bangin’, I’m breaking down the 3 most common questions I get about marketing in the collision repair industry, straight, simple, and actionable. Here’s what you’ll learn: - Why SEO (…

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Bonus Episode - When Good Intentions Hurt Car Count, Conversions, and Business In General 1:04:47

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2025 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Mark Allen Talks About Audi's New Roadside Events Platform 28:55

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Owners of late-model Audis can better find your Audi Authorized shop with the OEM's latest offering. Mark Allen, manager of collision equipment and EV after sales service at Audi of America, joins the CollisionCast to talk about the Audi Roadside Events Platform, a telematics-based roadside assistance and collision notification platform available i…

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Collision Coffee Talk: Tesla Is Burning and Copart Declares WAR on Bodyshops 1:18:25

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As Fall approaches, major developments continue in the Collision Repair Industry. Tesla faces new legal challenges, hackers target original equipment manufacturers, and Copart intensifies its stance against bodyshops and repairable vehicles. Meanwhile, Michigan has issued strong guidance to insurers regarding claim handling in a recent total loss c…

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Why Your Insurance Company’s Aftermarket Glass Could Cost You $1000s

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In this eye-opening episode, auto glass expert Matt Lewis reveals how insurance companies’ push for aftermarket windshields can lead to costly calibration failures and compromised vehicle safety. Learn why OEM glass matters for modern vehicles with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and how choosing the wrong replacement could leave you faci…

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Episode 234 - Why Feedback and Connection Matter for Growth With Justin Allen 1:12:23

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2025 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Episode #208 -Financial Fitness -w/Bill Park-Crunchit Financial 57:17

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Send us a text Podcast Show Notes: What happens when a collision repair veteran who started as a tech at 15, built a 4-location MSO with nearly 100 employees, and owned 13 shops with four successful exits, decides to fix the financial challenges body shop owners face? The result is transformational. In this weeks’ episode, Bill Park shares his rema…

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116. Leadership, Neurochemistry, and Life Beyond the Shop with John Stuef 29:13

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The collision industry has evolved from handwritten estimates to automation, but one thing remains constant—people. In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco talks with John Stuef, a 40-year industry veteran, about what decades in business taught him about leadership, human behavior, and motivation. John shares how neurochemistry shapes culture, why balanc…

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From Sublet Risks to Cybersecurity Realities: A Conversation with RRM Insurance’s Nick Melon 46:25

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In this eye-opening episode of the ADAS Empowered Podcast, host Joel Adcock welcomes Nick Melon of RRM Insurance for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked but critical aspects of collision repair and ADAS calibration: insurance and risk management. Nick shares his journey into the automotive insurance space and how RRM Insurance has become a …

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Lead from the Front Lines 23:01

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Leadership isn’t just for those with a title. Every team member has a leadership role. Whether you're a manager or a technician, success comes from shared vision, ownership, and consistent action. Great cultures are built intentionally by people who lead from the front, together. Everyone, regardless of their role, has the power (and responsibility…

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How to Slash Side Window Replacement Costs by 40 Percent

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In this eye-opening episode, industry veteran Matt Lewis reveals proven strategies that can dramatically reduce your side window replacement costs without compromising quality or safety standards. Learn step-by-step how successful auto glass shops are saving up to 40% on materials and labor while maintaining high profit margins through smarter sour…

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Episode 233 - The Emotional Toll of Shop Ownership and the Road to Coaching Success With Anders Gustafson 1:06:48

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2025 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…

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Why Windshield Repairs Fail – 3 Hidden Truths Revealed

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In this eye-opening episode, auto glass veteran Matt Lewis exposes the three most overlooked reasons why windshield repairs fail, helping shop owners avoid costly mistakes and unsatisfied customers. Learn the science behind proper repair techniques, common misconceptions about resin application, and critical environmental factors that can make or b…

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Why Uncalibrated Safety Cameras Cost You 5x More Lives

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In this eye-opening episode, host Matt Lewis reveals how uncalibrated ADAS cameras dramatically increase accident fatality rates and explains why proper calibration is essential for every windshield replacement. Drawing from extensive industry research and real-world case studies, Matt breaks down the true cost of skipping calibration and provides …

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Why Portland Rain Makes Your Windshield 3x More Vulnerable

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Discover why Portland’s infamous rain isn’t just a driving nuisance, but a hidden threat that triples your windshield’s vulnerability to damage. Join auto glass expert Matt Lewis as he reveals the science behind rain-weakened glass, shares practical tips for protecting your windshield during the wet season, and explains how local auto glass shops c…

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Bonus Episode - Nationwide Warranties and Providing Value for Repair Shops With NAPA's Jason Rainey & Matt Crumpton 1:03:57

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Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life. Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABE Don't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2025 Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed t…