Best SAM Secure Network Podcasts (2025)

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“Take On The Big Boys!” — Inside the Mind of a 70+ Rooftop Canadian Auto Giant Taking on the U.S. | Jared Priestner, CEO of Go Auto 56:58

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Today I’m joined by Jared Priestner, CEO of Go Auto. Jared breaks down why Go Auto is expanding aggressively into the U.S., how concentration risk in Western Canada shaped that move, and what it takes to scale culture across borders. We talk financial discipline, acquisition integration, and why used cars remain one of the biggest profit unlocks fo…

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Previewing the Christmas Games, are the Bears actually a good team, Who is to BLAME in Baltimore 37:49

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff previews the Christmas Day games and tells which teams he likes the most to win and why. Next, does John think the Bears are actually a good team this year, who is to blame for Baltimore's issues this year, and could Phillip Rivers be back next year for the Colts? All that and more in this episode's mailbag segment…

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Reaction to Brock Purdy & 49ers DOMINATING Philip Rivers & Colts on MNF 1:32:11

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff reacts LIVE following the Week 16 Monday Night Football matchup between Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers vs. Philip Rivers and the Indianapolis Colts. The 49ers dominate 48–27 on the road, improving to 11–4 and keeping their NFC No. 1 seed hopes alive. John opens by reacting to Brock Purdy’s career night, as…

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The Real Cost of Car Theft at Dealerships – Security, Recovery, and Retention | Industry Spotlight 38:11

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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Dorian Jimenez, Owner-Dealer Operator of Classic Chevrolet OKC, and Chuck Stilwill, EVP of Ikon Technologies. This episode of…

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Thomas on Dealership Security, Wise on Recruiting | Daily Dealer Live 59:18

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Today's show features: - Karianne Thomas, Director of Security at Zeigler Auto Group - Brad Wise, Executive Manager at Ferman Chevrolet Mazda This episode is brought to you by: KPA – The 700Credit data breach has triggered FTC Safeguards Rule obligations and state notification requirements that dealers must act on immediately. Non-compliance means …

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Drake Maye & Patriots secure HUGE WIN vs. Ravens on SNF + NFL Week 16 Reaction 43:41

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 16 NFL Sunday Night Football matchup between Drake Maye and the New England Patriots vs. Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. John will react to the biggest plays of the day, breaking news around the NFL and college football, and much more! All lines provided by @h…

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Colin Cowherd Podcast - Jags SNAP Broncos Streak, College Football Playoff, Bears STUN Packers In OT, Steelers Win In WILD Finish 1:08:00

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Colin Cowherd and '3 & Out' host John Middlekauff react to Week 16 in the NFL. They start with Steelers-Lions, where Pittsburgh and Aaron Rodgers were able to hold off Jared Goff. Do the Pittsburgh Steelers have a chance in the playoffs? Next they discuss the Los Angeles Chargers win over the Dallas Cowboys and what makes Justin Herbert’s Chargers …

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Caleb Williams & Bears STUN Packers in OT Thriller on NFL Super Saturday 45:37

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 16 NFL Super Saturday matchup between Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers vs. Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears. John kicks off by reacting to a HUGE OT win by Caleb Williams and the Bears to defeat the Packers in Week 16. John applauds Caleb Williams and head co…

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Massive Weekend Mailbag 43:29

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John answers all of your questions from around the NFL and College Football landscape. Do college programs try to run NFL offenses, does the Rams loss to Seattle change how you feel about Stafford, and why don't team ever try to pull off the fake spike? John dives into all that and more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.…

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Breaud on Fixed Velocity, Podium on Customer Conv., Downing on Digital Strategy | Daily Dealer Live 1:03:31

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Today's show features: - Lawrence Breaud, Dealer Principal at Autos of Forney/VinFast - Jiovan Melendez, Sr. Director, Product at Podium - Liam Golightley, VP, Customer Success at Podium - Kate Downing, COO of Williams Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Overfuel – Dealers: You’re torching $30 of every $100 in marketing spend when your si…

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Reaction to Sam Darnold & Seahawks COMEBACK WIN vs. Matt Stafford & Rams on TNF 1:42:44

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff reacts LIVE to Thursday Night Football after the Seattle Seahawks defeat the Los Angeles Rams in Week 16. Sam Darnold leads a 16-point fourth-quarter comeback and delivers in overtime, giving Seattle control of the NFC West and the race for the NFC’s #1 seed. John breaks down Sam Darnold’s bounce-back performance a…

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Tua BENCHED by the Dolphins, Will J.J. being the future starter in Minnesota, How important is elite QB play 46:44

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff reacts to the news of the day that saw the Dolphins bench Tua and move to former Texas QB, Quinn Ewers. John then dives into what this benching means for Tua futures and how the Dolphins should handle his contract. Later, John answers your questions in this episode's massive mailbag segment. Follow John on Twitter,…

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“Time Kills Deals!” – The 40% Rule and the Speed Strategy That Closes More Car Deals | Chase Abbott, VP of Sales at Cox Automotive 40:36

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Today I’m joined by Chase Abbott, VP of Sales at Cox Automotive. We break down how AI, data, and connected technology are reshaping dealership operations, customer experience, and competitive strategy. Chase explains where dealers are falling behind, why ecosystem-level integration matters, and how to overcome resistance to new tools. We also dig i…

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Murphy on EV Politics, Crain on Video MPI's | Daily Dealer Live 1:01:45

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Today's show features: Mike Murphy, Founder of EVs for All America Christian Crain, VP of Operations at Crain Automotive This episode is brought to you by: Overfuel – Dealers: You’re torching $30 of every $100 in marketing spend when your site flunks Google’s basic performance test. Why keep using outdated website technology that's killing your pro…

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Reaction to Aaron Rodgers & Steelers DOMINATING Tua & Dolphins on MNF 1:18:05

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 15 Monday Night Football matchup between Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins vs. Aaron Rodgers and Pittsburgh Steelers. John kicks off talking about Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa's inability to play in cold weather games & why the Dolphins may need to get rid of …

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“Burn The Ships!” – Scott Simons’ Tactics for Fixing a Dealership From the Ground Up | Scott Simons, Dealer Principal of Simons Chevrolet GMC 59:34

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Today I’m joined by Scott Simons, Dealer Principal of Simons Chevrolet GMC. Scott breaks down the leap from corporate leadership to dealership ownership — the money discipline, personal brand, and network it actually takes. He lays out the unexpected challenges of buying his first store, how he navigated a sub-$10M investment, and why adaptability …

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Wright on Deceptive Pricing, Dell on Used, Robertson on Video Lead Response | Daily Dealer Live 1:10:23

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Today's show features: - Andy Wright, Managing Partner at VINART Automotive Group - Rob Dell, Vice President of Bob Ruth Ford - Patrick Robertson, GM of Hyundai of Cool Springs This episode is brought to you by: Overfuel – Dealers: You’re torching $30 of every $100 in marketing spend when your site flunks Google’s basic performance test. Why keep u…

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Dak Prescott & Cowboys UPSET by McCarthy & Vikings on SNF + NFL Week 15 Reaction 59:00

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 15 Sunday Night Football matchup between J.J. McCarthy and the Minnesota Vikings vs. Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys. John kicks off by reacting to J.J. McCarthy's big game in a win vs. the Cowboys on SNF. John explains why it is good for McCarthy to continue to p…

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Colin Cowherd Podcast - Broncos SILENCE Doubters, Mahomes Tears ACL, Philip Rivers Returns, Bills STUN Pats 1:00:40

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Colin’s joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down all the week 14 NFL action. They start with the Broncos winning a heavyweight fight with the Packers and agree it was the best game of Bo Nix’s career and that the Broncos stepped up big time in a “prove it” game (3:15). After key injuries to Christian Watson and Micah Parsons, t…

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Raymond on GM Talent Strategy, Strosnider on Buying Used Inventory | Daily Dealer Live 1:01:14

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Today's show features: Gerry Raymond, President of Gerry Raymond Automotive Kevin Strosnider, Dealer Operator of Strosnider Chevrolet This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unlike marketplaces that reduce ever…

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Reaction to Baker Mayfield & Buccaneers MELTDOWN on TNF in loss vs. Falcons 1:38:26

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 15 Thursday Night Football matchup between Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons vs. Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for an important NFC South matchup for the home team. John kicks off by reacting to the Falcons upset win over the Bucs on TNF and what it m…

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Sherrone Moore OUT at Michigan, CFP Playoff Debate, Zoned In 1:52:58

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is joined by former "Intern" Jackson Groff to react to the breaking news of the day that saw Michigan fire their head coach, Sherrone Moore. John and Jackson talk about how surprising this news is and where Michigan goes from here. Later, they dive into the College Football Playoff and what we can expect from the f…

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The King of Staten Island: Real Strategies to Win Against Deceptive Pricing, Stairsteps & Amazon | Marcello Sciarrino, Co-Owner of Island Auto Group 54:44

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Today I’m joined by Marcello Sciarrino, Co-Owner Island Auto Group. We unpack how family-owned dealerships can stand out against national groups, why transparency matters now more than ever, and the biggest fixed ops opportunities in today’s market. We also get into service retention, culture, and why Toyota’s hybrid strategy is paying off while ot…

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Toothman on Fleet Focus, Waishampayan on New Ad Tech, Lundy on Sales/BDC Split | Daily Dealer Live 1:13:51

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Today's show features: JR Toothman, Owner of Toothman Ford Amol Waishampayan, Co-Founder of Fullthrottle.ai Glenn Lundy, President of 800% Elite Auto This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unlike marketplaces …

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Phillip Rivers is BACK, Is Jordan Love a legit MVP candidate, time to move on from Harbaugh 49:39

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff reacts to Colts signing Phillip Rivers and how despite Phillip's age, this is a signing that should get people excited. Later, John answers your mailbag questions by talking about Jordan Love being an MVP candidate, if the Ravens should look to move on from Harbaugh, and is it time for the Eagles to bench Hurts, al…

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Inside Etsy’s Creator Ecosystem w/ Monty Montalto 24:05

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, host Alessandro Bogliari chats with Dan "Monty" Montalto, Head of Global Brand Advertising, Influencer, and Social Marketing at Etsy. They discuss the evolution of the commerce funnel, the power of creators and their stories, and Etsy’s Creator Collective and partnership approach. The conversation also dives…

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Justin Herbert & Chargers get HUGE WIN on MNF vs. Jalen Hurts & Eagles 1:25:03

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 14 Monday Night Football matchup between Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers. John kicks off by reacting to Eagles QB Jalen Hurts 5 turnover game in the loss to the Chargers and what it means for the team moving forw…

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"Half of their DMS is inactive!" – A Wakeup-Call for Service Drives and How to Bring Customers Back | Mark Altieri, EVP of Business Development at Zonic Design 31:57

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Today I’m joined by Mark Altieri, EVP of Business Development at Zonic Design. We break down why fixed ops is still the most under-leveraged profit center in dealerships—and how communication gaps are quietly eroding customer loyalty. Mark explains how AI is reshaping customer engagement, why half of a dealership’s DMS often sits untouched, and wha…

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Used Car Special: Winning Strategies w/ Pohanka and Scates | Daily Dealer Live 44:44

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Today's show features: - Tim Pohanka, Vice President of Pohanka Nissan Hyundai - Jeremy Scates, Owner of 111 Motorcars This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unlike marketplaces that reduce everything to price…

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Reaction to C.J. Stroud & Texans OUTDUELING Mahomes & Chiefs on SNF + NFL Week 14 1:07:30

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 14 Sunday Night Football matchup between C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans vs. Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. John kicks off by reacting to the Chiefs upset loss to the Texans on SNF and what it means for the team as their playoff hopes become more unlik…

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Colin Cowherd Podcast - What the Bears Proved, College Football Playoff, Indiana Takes Down Ohio State, What’s Wrong With Lamar Jackson? 1:22:17

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Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down all the Week 14 NFL action + college football. They start with the Packers holding off the Bears 28-21 and they both argue that despite the loss the Bears proved to be a big winner on the day and proved they belong in the top tier of NFL teams (3:00). They move to the Steelers w…

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Massive Weekend Mailbag 54:01

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John answers all of your questions from around the NFL and College Football landscape. Are the Chargers good enough to win a Super Bowl, is Patrick Mahomes over the hill, and should the Raiders have stayed in Oakland? John dives into all that and more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet…

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The Human Skill the Industry Lost — and How Great Dealers Are Scaling It to 10K+ Leads Daily | Industry Spotlight 37:21

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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Jeremy Nowling, Sales and Digital Retailing Director at Rohrman Auto Group, and Matt Muilenburg, Chief Product Officer of Imp…

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Fixed Ops Friday – Lupo, Griffis, Kent, Gonzalez | Daily Dealer Live 1:00:46

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Today's show features: Manny Gonzalez — Fixed Operations Manager, Ramsey Mazda Jamie Kent — Chief Strategy Officer, Overfuel Alex Griffis — President, Overfuel Richard Lupo — Fixed Operations Director, Apple Tree Honda & Acura This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for…

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Miller on Alleged Breach, O'Hara on Chicago Market, Davila on Buying Used Cars | Daily Dealer Live 1:08:02

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Today's show features: Brad Miller, CEO of ComplyAuto Will O'Hara, General Manager at Zeigler Auto Group Roy Davila, Variable Operations Director at Steele Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unl…

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Dak Prescott & Cowboys suffer HUGE LOSS vs. Jared Goff & Lions on TNF 1:46:10

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 14 Thursday Night Football matchup between Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions vs. Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys. John will react to the biggest plays of the night, breaking news from around the NFL and college football, and much more! Later John is joined by betti…

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“Retail Is Detail!” — Why Todd Blue Returned to Luxury Retail and the Model He’s Building Now | Todd Blue, Dealer Principal of Mercedes-Benz of Northern Arizona and CEO of LAPIS 53:32

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Today I’m joined by Todd Blue, Dealer Principal of Mercedes-Benz of Northern Arizona and CEO of LAPIS. We break down how luxury dealerships can truly differentiate in a crowded market and why direct customer engagement still drives outsized loyalty. Todd opens up about leverage, market cycles, and why he exited his business at its peak. We also exp…

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Robb on December Predictions, Scroggins on Developing Service Talent | Daily Dealer Live 57:09

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Today's show features: Jeremy Robb, Chief Economist at Cox Automotive Derek Scroggins, Parts and Service Director at Pilson Automotive and Power Sports This episode is brought to you by: Cars.com – the #1 most recognized automotive marketplace and the place shoppers turn for trusted expertise and a better way to compare vehicles. Unlike marketplace…

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Massive Mailbag, Lane Kiffin fallout, Do the Brown have a good roster 57:02

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John answers all of your questions from the latest with the Lane Kiffin saga, what will happen in Minnesota after this disaster season, despite the Browns not being able to win games, do they actually have a decent roster, all that and more. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo …

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Drake Maye & Patriots CRUSHED Jaxson Dart & Giants on MNF 1:22:39

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 13 Monday Night Football matchup between Jaxson Dart and the New York Giants vs. Drake Maye and the New England Patriots. John kicks off by reacting to Drake Maye's performance in a blowout win vs. the Giants on MNF. John then explains why he believes Pittsburgh Steel…

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The Future of Service – How Reviews & Mobile Options Are Reshaping Dealer Success | Kim Saylor, Senior Director of Product Marketing at CDK Global 32:48

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Today I’m joined by Kim Saylor, Senior Director of Product Marketing at CDK Global. We break down why younger customers choose service providers based on online reviews, how AI is reducing wait times in service, and why mobile service is becoming a premium convenience buyers will pay for. Kim also explains how recalls create real service opportunit…

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Reaction to Bo Nix & Broncos OT win vs. Commanders on SNF + NFL Week 13 48:40

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 13 Sunday Night Football matchup between Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos vs. Marcus Mariota and the Washington Commanders. John kicks off by reacting to Bo Nix's performance in an OT win against the Commanders on SNF. Next, John reacts to the San Francisco 49ers win in …

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Colin Cowherd Podcast - Lane Kiffin Bolts For LSU, Cowboys Defense BETTER After Parsons Trade, Ben Johnson Best Young Coach Since McVay 1:13:25

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Colin is joined by John Middlekauff, host of “3 and Out” to break down all the week 13 NFL action & top stories from college football. They start with Lane Kiffin leaving his highly ranked Ole Miss team for rival LSU ahead of the college football playoff & explain that while they feel for Ole Miss fans… this is a calendar issue that needs to be add…

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Caleb Williams & Bears secure HUGE WIN vs. Jalen Hurts & Eagles 40:10

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 13 NFL Black Friday matchup between Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears vs. Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles. John kicks off by reacting to the Bears dominating in the run game in an upset road victory over the Eagles. John praises Bears head coach Ben Johnson…

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Brink on Growing A Multi-State Group, Bennett on Leadership Development | Daily Dealer Live 52:25

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Today's show features: Nolan Brink, Multi-Store General Manager at Jim Shorkey Auto Group Matt Bennett, VP of Graduate and Professional Studies at Northwood University This episode is brought to you by: Matador AI – Discover why the biggest dealership groups in America are using Matador AI to enhance their Sales and BDC teams to sell and service mo…

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Joe Burrow OUTPLAYS Lamar Jackson as Bengals UPSET Ravens 53:14

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 13 Thanksgiving triple header featuring Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers vs. Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys, and Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Lamar Jackson and the …

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From Corporate to Rural Dealer: What It Takes to Win Today in Every Market | Michael Handwerger, President & Dealer Principal at Alpha One Automotive 49:12

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Today I’m joined by President & Dealer Principal at Alpha One Automotive. We break down his jump from a corporate career into dealership ownership, and why social media became one of his strongest tools for credibility and recruiting. Michael also shares why acquiring rooftops is tougher than ever, how rural stores operate differently from metro de…

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Thanksgiving Special – Marks, Khazravan, Mace on Dealership Gratitude | Daily Dealer Live 1:01:03

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Today's show features: Dave Marks, CEO/Founder DSM Auto Family Aladdin Khazravan, Founder of Dealer Cards Catherine York Mace, Manager at Vann York Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Matador AI – Discover why the biggest dealership groups in America are using Matador AI to enhance their Sales and BDC teams to sell and service more cars t…

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Thanksgiving games preview, Mailbag, Would Love have more success in Minnesota 49:16

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John opens the show previewing all of the games on Thanksgiving and tells you who he thinks is going to win. Next, he does a big mailbag and answers all of your questions from the week to get you ready for the weekend. Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Use promo code “3ANDOUT20” on htt…

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Reaction to Brock Purdy & 49ers MNF win vs. Bryce Young & Panthers 52:15

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Former NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 12 Monday Night Football matchup between Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers vs. Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers. John kicks off by reacting to 49ers QB Brock Purdy's performance in a MNF win vs. the Panthers. John then reacts to Panthers QB Bryce Young's pe…