Best Kim And Brian Walker Podcasts (2025)

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From Invisible to Unmissable: How McCart’s Auto Center Stands Out with Kelly McCart [E181] 25:52

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled 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 and feel of your shop actually matters, you’ll want to hear how a full-on rebrand, from pai…

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Big, Beautiful, Impactful Email! [E180] 1:05:15

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled 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 of one jaw-dropping, beautifully built email from Mission Mercantile that had Kim hooked, …

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The Legalities of Tracking Numbers and Recording Calls with David Boyd [E179] 25:10

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled 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 of call recording, AI evaluations, tracking numbers, an…

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Who is Josh Parnell, Really? [E178] 39:12

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled 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 cop in Minot, North Dakota, to climbing the ranks at Christian…

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Lynn Rothschild: Nature’s Hardware Store 1:16:23

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What if the solutions to humanity’s greatest challenges — on Earth and beyond — have already been invented by nature? In this forward-looking talk, evolutionary biologist and astrobiologist Dr. Lynn Rothschild explores how life’s patterns, materials, and mechanisms, refined over billions of years, can serve as a blueprint for building better future…

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Planning for December's Marketing [E177] 34:05

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled December comes faster than most of us expect, and if you’re not planning your shop’s holiday marketing now, you’ll be scrambling when the tinsel hits the floor. In this episode of The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Brian Walker and Caroline LeGrand break down how to finish the year strong with festive…

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Reigniting the Passion: How Larry Anderson Keeps the Joy in the Work [E176] 24:24

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled Larry Anderson isn’t your typical shop owner and that’s exactly what makes this episode worth your time. From fabricating race cars and building trail-ready rigs with his wife, Cheryl, to mastering lost arts like manual machining and custom fabrication, Larry’s story is a masterclass in keeping your p…

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Service Advisor Auditing and Skill-building [E175] 49:02

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled Kim Walker and Michael Doherty dig into what really happens at the front counter of an auto repair shop and why the service advisor’s role can make or break your marketing efforts. From real-world auditing tips to skill-building strategies, Michael shares how shops can turn their advisors into trusted…

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Kim Marotta - Chief Environmental Sustainability Officer and Head of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) at Suntory Global Spirits 28:03

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Kim Marotta is the Chief Environmental Sustainability Officer and Head of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) at Suntory Global Spirits, a global premium spirits leader with iconic brands including Jim Beam, Maker's Mark, and Hibiki. Kim spearheads the company's development and implementation of long-term sustainability initiatives through its Proof P…

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Getting Your Shop Suggested by AI [E174] 36:24

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled AI search isn’t the future, it’s already here, and it’s changing how people find your auto repair shop. Brian Walker just came back from teaching a four-hour class on AI search optimization at the ASTA Expo, and he’s breaking it all down so you can take action now. From getting your shop mentioned in …

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Blaise Agüera y Arcas: What is Intelligence? 1:14:40

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Blaise Agüera y Arcas’s talk took us on a journey through What is Intelligence?, his groundbreaking new work connecting the evolutionary dots between life, computation, and symbiogenesis. He explores how, in our symbiotic world, things combine to make larger things all the time. We might think of humanity in terms of the individual — but we're alre…

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The Power of Story [E173] 50:15

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Preparing for November's Marketing [E172] 24:09

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled Caroline Legrand steps in for Brian Walker and is joined by Shop Marketing Pros' COO, Hallie Wasinger, for a power-packed conversation all about planning your November social media content. This one’s tailor-made for shop owners who want to show up with purpose online, not just post for the sake of po…

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Backpacks, Car Shows, and Big Hearts: Marketing That Matters [E171] 47:22

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled Wondering how one community-focused idea can transform your shop’s reputation, rally an entire town, and even get the mayor’s attention? Kim Walker connects with Betty Otero of Greg Smith Automotive in Belleview, Florida, a powerhouse shop owner who took a simple idea, a school backpack drive, and tur…

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#141: What happened to our elders? (with David Tensen) 1:07:56

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In episode 141 of The Puddcast, I discuss the process of growing into wise and gracious elders, with the remarkable David Tensen. A chaplain, poet, business researcher and more, David’s latest book Decenter Everything examines what happened to our elders and how we can become people with “fat souls,” able to provide non-judgemental companionship to…

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Why Long Content Matters for SEO and AI Suggestions [E170] 41:25

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled In this episode of The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Brian Walker sits down with Michelle Travis, Director of SEO at Shop Marketing Pros, to break down a question more and more shop owners are asking: Why does content need to be so long? They dig into how longer-form content is outperforming the old …

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Scaling Your Marketing As You Scale Your Shop [E169] 26:28

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled Ryan Grace and David Gibson, former techs turned shop owners, join host Brian Walker to share how they built Pleasant Automotive in Wake Forest, NC. They started with a website before they even had a location. With no deep pockets or big investors, they focused on smart, strategic marketing moves that…

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Preparing for October's Marketing [E168] 28:57

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled Ready or not, October is right around the corner, and Brian Walker and Caroline Legrand are here to help auto repair shops get a jump on fall marketing before it sneaks up. They cover fall-focused campaigns like Breaks for Breasts and Trunk-or-Treat events, along with practical reminders for promoting…

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SMP vs Fractional CMO vs Coach - What Does Each Do? [E167] 50:14

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled In this no-fluff episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Brian Walker is joined by Caroline Legrand, Danni Marks, and J.R. Portman for a candid conversation shop owners need to hear, especially if you're trying to figure out the real difference between a marketing agency, a business coach, and a…

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The ROI of Kindness: How Giving Creates Growth in Your Business [E166] 48:00

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled In this heart-filled episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Kim Walker sits down with Christina Beverly from Harrell & Beverly Transmission Auto Repair in Sanford, Florida. Christina shares the behind-the-scenes story of their now-annual teacher giveaway, an initiative born from local Amazon wi…

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Mental Fitness in Shop Crisis with Leisa Ann and Rachel Spencer [E165] 49:24

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled Let’s be real, owning a shop isn’t just about fixing cars. It’s about managing chaos, wearing 15 different hats, and staying strong through it all. And sometimes? That strength takes a serious hit. In this episode, Kim goes deep with Rachel Spencer, co-owner of Spencer’s Auto Repair, and Leisa Ann fro…

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Car Giveaways and Community Involvement with Chris Luoma [E164] 27:10

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled When it comes to community involvement, some shops talk about it and others just do it. In this episode, I sit down with Chris Luoma, third-generation owner of Jerry’s Automotive in Lansing, Michigan, to talk about what it looks like to give back with heart. From car giveaways to Toys for Tots, Chris …

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Preparing for September’s Marketing [E163] 31:39

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled You know that feeling when summer’s barely over, kids are back in school, and suddenly you’re staring down September, wondering what the heck to post on social media? Yeah, that’s where this episode comes in. Brian is back with Caroline Legrand for their monthly marketing prep session, your go-to podc…

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Write a Children's Book with Ben Tilson [E162] 51:24

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled Ever meet someone in this industry doing something completely out of the box, and it works? That’s Ben Tilson. Kim sits down with Ben, the second-generation owner of Tilson’s Auto Repair in Rochester, Minnesota. He’s not just growing a solid shop, he’s writing children’s books to spark curiosity and p…

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Building Great Teams with J.R. Portman [E161] 46:59

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Thanks to our Partners, Shop Boss and AppFueled We all want great teams, but most shop owners don’t realize that a high-performing team doesn’t start with talent; it starts with culture. In this episode, I sit down with my right-hand man, J.R. Portman, and we unpack the real story behind building and keeping a team that not only performs but thrive…

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Jim Greffet - Vice President of Sustainability at Eli Lilly and Company 30:17

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Jim has led ESG efforts at Eli Lilly since September 2020. In this capacity, he oversees implementation of Lilly ESG strategy, has responsibility for coordinating ESG-related communications, and organizing and leading ESG stakeholder interactions. In a significant advancement of Lilly's approach, Jim led the development of Lilly's ESG portal, a com…

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Marketing Auto Body Shops with Daniel Burkholder [E160] 32:39

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Most shop owners don’t think about marketing when things are going great, but wait until the car count drops or the phones go quiet. That’s when the panic hits, and all eyes turn to marketing. But what if your shop’s struggles aren’t about marketing at all? In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Burkholder from Body Shop Marketing to explore a les…

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There's No Such Thing As A Price Shopper [E159] 59:16

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Thanks to our Partners, App Fueled and Shop Boss When car count dips and phones go quiet, the first call most shop owners make is to their marketing company. But what if the issue isn’t the marketing at all? In this episode, I sit down with Stan Stokes, creator of GuestX, to talk about a problem every shop owner faces but most misunderstand figurin…

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Suzanne Lindsay-Walker - Vice President, Sustainability at Novelis 32:18

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Suzanne Lindsay-Walker is Vice President, Sustainability, for Novelis Inc. In this role, Suzanne leads the development and implementation of the company's global sustainability strategy and vision to achieve net carbon neutrality by 2050. She is also responsible for Novelis' Corporate Social Responsibility efforts. Suzanne joined Novelis in May 202…

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The Roller Coaster That is Google Ads [E158] 47:57

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If you’ve ever felt like your Google Ads were rockin’ one month and dead the next, you’re not crazy, and you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by two of my favorite people, our COO, Hallie Wasinger, and lead CSM, Danni Marks, as we unpack the wild ride that is Google Ads. This isn’t a blame game or finger-pointing session. It’s an honest, b…

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Preparing for August's Marketing [E157] 23:44

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August might feel far off, but now’s the time to get your marketing dialed in. Back-to-school season, college car checkups, fall event prep, it’s all coming fast. Brian Walker and Caroline Legrand break down what shop owners should be doing in June to stay ahead of the game. You’ll hear why now’s the time to smooth out your schedule for slower mont…

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Kim Carson: Inspired by Intelligence 48:03

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What if AI is not here actually to replace us, but to remind us who we actually are?That was the question at the heart of Kim Carson’s Long Now Talk. In _Inspired by Intelligence: Purpose and Creativity in the AI Era_, Carson challenged us to avoid the easy narratives of tech-driven utopia and dystopia, charting a course through those two extremes …

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Creating Superfans with Brittany Hodak [E156] 41:44

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Have you ever met someone who just gets it, like, really understands what it takes to create a business people rave about? That’s exactly who Brittany Hodak is. And thanks to Kim Walker, who nailed it as the host of this episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, we get to hear Brittany drop insight after insight that every shop owner needs to h…

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Andrew Savage - Vice President of Sustainability at Lime 30:38

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Andrew started his career working in public policy and communications. He served as Deputy Chief of Staff & Legislative Director for Congressman Peter Welch in the US House of Representatives when Congress passed the only sweeping climate legislation to date. Leaving public government, Andrew spent six years working in the solar energy, renewables,…

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Creating Amazing Customer Experiences [E155] 30:48

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Want a real marketing plan that doesn’t live in your head or on a bunch of sticky notes? There’s something powerful about experiencing world-class customer service firsthand and then turning around and asking, “How can I bring this level of intentionality into my shop?” That’s exactly what happened when Brian and Kim Walker took a dream trip to the…

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Sara Imari Walker: An Informational Theory of Life 1:10:54

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“What is life?”In her Long Now Talk, astrobiologist and theoretical physicist Sara Imari Walker explores the many dimensions of that seemingly simple question. Starting from the simplest precursors, Walker assembled a grand cathedral of meaning, tracing an arc across existence that linked the fundamentals of organic chemistry, the possibility space…

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Planning Your Marketing Like a Pro [E154] 42:38

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Want a real marketing plan that doesn’t live in your head or on a bunch of sticky notes? In this episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Kim Walker is joined by Caroline Legrand and Savannah Garrett to talk all things Plan With the Pros Shop Marketing Pros’ hands-on, no-fluff marketing workshop designed to help shop owners create a full-year …

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Preparing for July's Marketing [E153] 26:41

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July’s here, and while the calendar might look quiet, your marketing shouldn’t be! In this episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Brian Walker and Caroline Legrand share real strategies to keep your shop top of mind and your bays full during the summer slowdown. From summer travel prep and college car check-ins to back-to-school drives and f…

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Ezra Klein & Derek Thompson: Abundance 59:28

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As they look upon the United States of America in 02025, Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson see a country wrought by a half-century of failed governance. They see states and cities theoretically committed to progressive futures instead bogged down in labyrinthine mires of process — a society stuck in low gear. Yet they also see opportunity to turn those…

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Marketing To Hire [E152] 50:02

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So, you didn’t go to school for HR, and let’s be honest, hiring probably wasn’t what you dreamed about when you opened your shop. But here you are, needing to fill those bays and build a solid team. In this episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, Kim Walker is joined by Lisa Coyle of Promotive to break down what it takes to hire in today’s wo…