Best Dralership Podcasts (2026)

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EP013: - The December to Remember Hustle -- John Gavin & Bagi 29:04

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4h ago29:04

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Send us a text It’s December on the lot—cold coffee, colder weather, and everyone swearing this is their last deal before Christmas. In this holiday edition of True Confessions of a Car Guy, we take you back to the days when year-end meant no days off, managers living in the tower, and salesmen fighting frostbite for one more signed buyer’s order. …

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EP012: - Month-End Madness -- John Gavin & Bagi 35:20

3M ago35:20

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Send us a text In this episode its John and Bagi Month-end at the dealership: where pencils fly, egos clash, and every ‘almost sold’ car suddenly becomes a miracle. Watch managers sweat, salespeople hustle, and coffee disappear faster than a Suburban in January. In this episode, we laugh through the chaos, the wild deals, and the sheer madness that…

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Live Q&A 001 -- John Gavin, Pat Gavin & Bagi 39:23

4M ago39:23

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Send us a text Step onto the showroom floor with us for a live Q&A about the car business where the deals are wild, the stories are crazier, and the challenges are all too real. We’re talking to people in the car business past and present: sales pros, managers, finance folks, and anyone who’s lived the grind. From outrageous customer stories to the…

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EP011: - The Long Haul to Close the Deal -- Tom McGovern 48:23

6M ago48:23

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Send us a text In this episode we are joined by Tom McGovern Some deals come together quick… and then there’s this one. In this episode of True Confessions of a Car Guy, we tell the tale of a customer who “just had a few questions” and somehow stayed until closing time—three days in a row. It’s the kind of deal that drains your coffee pot, burns yo…

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EP010: - Wild West on the Dealership Floor -- Glen Connor 39:30

6M ago39:30

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Send us a text In this episode we are joined by Glen Connor Step back in time to the untamed golden era of car dealerships—when the engines were loud, the deals were fast, and the showroom smelled like gasoline, cigars, and aftershave. Wild West on the Dealership Floor, we share the raw, unfiltered stories from a time when classic cars ruled the lo…

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EP009: - Binder Bandits: Insurance Hustles from the '80s Lot -- Larry Malitz 42:08

6M ago42:08

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Send us a text In this episode we are joined by Larry Malitz an insurance professional. Before fax machines and compliance departments ruined the fun, insurance binders in the ’80s were a dealership's side hustle goldmine. In this episode, we’re talking backroom deals, mysterious premiums, and how some sales guys couldn’t spell "deductible" but sur…

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EP008: - Finance Office Fiasco -- Pat Gavin & Vic Chavarria 53:47

6M ago53:47

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Send us a text A no-BS ride back to the finance desks of the 1980s car business. This show dives into the high-octane world of dealership F&I when interest rates were wild, deals were done on cocktail napkins, and every customer was “a laydown if you worked it right.” Join us for stories of rate bumps, payment packing, repo roulette, and the kind o…

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EP007: - We’re All on Trial Now -- The James Douvas Interview (Part 2) 26:20

7M ago26:20

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the $216 million lawsuit filed by the FTC against auto industry figure James Douvas. What led to one of the biggest consumer protection cases in recent memory? We break down the allegations, the reactions from the car business community, and what this case could mean for dealers across the country. …

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EP006: - Driven to Succeed -- Tim Mathisen 44:16

7M ago44:16

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Send us a text In this episode we are joined by Tim Mathisen—whose journey started as a young man in the car business. From the showroom floor to launching his own company, Tim shares how the lessons he learned in sales, service, and hustle helped him build Fruition Supply. If you've ever wondered where a career in the car biz can take you, this ep…

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EP005: - We’re All on Trial Now -- The James Douvas Interview 38:55

7M ago38:55

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the $216 million lawsuit filed by the FTC against auto industry figure James Douvas. What led to one of the biggest consumer protection cases in recent memory? We break down the allegations, the reactions from the car business community, and what this case could mean for dealers across the country. …

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EP004: - Service Writers Run the Drive -- Frank Gavin 37:33

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Send us a text In this episode, we hang out with Frank Gavin — a service writer who’s been in the dealership game for over 12 years. He’s done a bit of everything, from sales to finance, and brings some great stories and solid insights from life on the drive.By John Gavin

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EP003: - Inside the FTC-Car Dealership Showdown -- John Gavin 30:45

7M ago30:45

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Send us a text In this episode, we explore the CARS Rule, its recent legal challenges, and the significant effects it is having on the automotive industry. We discuss how the Federal Trade Commission’s efforts to regulate auto retail practices were halted by the Fifth Circuit Court in early 2025, sparing dealers from costly compliance requirements.…

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EP002: - Chassis Under Fire: Automotive Industry vs. Government - John Gavin 33:09

8M ago33:09

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Send us a text In this episode of True Confessions of a Car Guy, we continue our coverage of the Jimmy Douvas case, spotlighting the increasing public support surrounding his situation. We also report on a significant vote in Congress that could shape the future of gas-powered vehicle sales across the country. Have a story of your own from the car …

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EP001: - "Profit"—Now a Dirty Word? Since When?! -- John Gavin 31:27

8M ago31:27

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Send us a text Welcome to EP001, our fist show. Today we introduce ourselves to the world and also talk about an important legal case concerning dealers, The Jimmy Douvas story. We also have a few laughs and share some crazy stories https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=channel_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa2huT3VhYmh1TFNwVnZUSVpfTk9mU2xQUGkxZ3…

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EP001: Sneak Peak -- 5/1/2025 1:50

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Send us a text The podcast will officially launch May 1, 2025. Here is a sneak peakBy John Gavin

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Intro: Who is John Gavin, and why do this podcast? 14:55

2+ y ago14:55

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Send us a text This show is about a time gone by of how it was really like to work in the car business. This show is not about how to get a great deal on a new car, or tips and tricks for car dealers to use to maximize profits. The Host of the show is John Gavin, a car guy with over 40 years of experience in the car business, its time to step back …

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Promo: True confessions of a car guy 0:53

2+ y ago0:53

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Send us a text This show is about a time gone by of how it was really like to work in the car business. This show is not about how to get a great deal on a new car, or tips and tricks for car dealers to use to maximize profits. The Host of the show is John Gavin, a car guy with over 40 years of experience in the car business, its time to step back …