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How to Turn Total Losses Into Profit | Ep. #142 with Barrett Smith & Oscar Moreno
May 6, 2026
41m 08s
Auto Body Shops Leave Millions on the Table | Ep. #141 with Laura Gay and Matt DiFrancesco
Apr 22, 2026
43m 57s
The Reality Check Your Body Shop Needs | Ep. #140 with Rachel James
Apr 8, 2026
23m 44s
The Blueprint to Business Profitability | Ep. #139
Mar 11, 2026
31m 18s
What Auto Insurance Companies Don't Want You to Know | Ep. #138
Feb 24, 2026
23m 32s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/6/26 | How to Turn Total Losses Into Profit | Ep. #142 with Barrett Smith & Oscar Moreno | In this episode of Body Bangin', we tackle the elephant in the room that many in the industry are afraid to talk about, monetizing total loss claims. We bring together two powerhouse voices to help you shift your mindset and protect your bottom line: 👉 Barrett Smith, President and Founder of Auto Damage Experts 👉 Oscar Moreno, President and CEO of Integrity Auto Collision Center With total loss ratios climbing as high as 33% to 40% in so... | 41m 08s | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | Auto Body Shops Leave Millions on the Table | Ep. #141 with Laura Gay and Matt DiFrancesco | Stop leaving millions of dollars on the table just because you think you are too busy to plan your shop's future. In this episode of Body Bangin’, we bring together two powerhouse voices shaping the future of the industry: 👉 Laura Gay, founder of Consolidation Coach and host of Consolidation Nation 👉 Matt DiFrancesco, collision financial advisor and host of Your Business, Your Life 80% of shop owners have done zero planning for exiting their business. And of those folks, 60% or more have a... | 43m 57s | ||||||
| 4/8/26 | The Reality Check Your Body Shop Needs | Ep. #140 with Rachel James | In this episode of Body Bangin', I sat down with financial expert Rachel James to tackle the number one issue keeping shop owners up at night, managing cash flow during a slower schedule. After the "golden era" of 2020-2023, many collision shops are facing inconsistent calendars and tighter margins in 2026. Rachel explains how to transition your shop's finances from a bloated model to a lean, mean, profitable machine (without necessarily losing the all-star team you fought so hard to ... | 23m 44s | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | The Blueprint to Business Profitability | Ep. #139 | In this special "Best Of" episode of Body Bangin’, we are pulling back the curtain on shop profitability and how you can stop leaving money on the table. Running a collision shop is about more than just fixing cars; it’s about running a smart, profitable business. Between leaky profits, missed government incentives, and not knowing the true value of your business, it’s easy to let hard-earned cash slip through the cracks while you're busy putting out fires in the bay. This episode is your b... | 31m 18s | ||||||
| 2/24/26 | What Auto Insurance Companies Don't Want You to Know | Ep. #138 | In this special "Best Of" episode of Body Bangin’, we are pulling back the curtain on the games insurance companies play and how you can stop losing money to them. The insurance company is in the business of making money, not fixing cars. It puts them in a very different place in the process than it puts you and me. They have policies in place to mitigate their loss as much as possible , but at the end of the day, the liability for the repair falls completely on the shop. This episode is yo... | 23m 32s | ||||||
| 2/10/26 | Breaking the Silence on Mental Health & Burnout in Collision Repair | Ep. #137 | In this special "Best Of" episode of Body Bangin’, we are shifting gears from KPIs and cycle times to the most important asset in your shop: your people. The collision industry has one of the highest rates of su*cide across all industries in the United States . It is a high-pressure, male-dominated environment where the "tough guy" culture often prevents us from seeking help . This episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and that taking care of your mind is just as important as fixing... | 22m 26s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | Why Body Shops Get Sued: How To Bulletproof Your Contracts | Ep.136 Sean Preston & Brian Bernard | In this episode of Body Bangin’, I sat down with Sean Preston (Managing Attorney at Coverall Law) and shop owner Brian Bernard (Total Care Accident Repair) to discuss how to bulletproof your collision center against liability and insurance bullying. It is a highly regulated industry, and most shop owners don’t know what they don’t know until they get served a lawsuit. In this conversation, we break down why your current authorization forms are likely leaving you exposed, why insurers are sui... | 35m 07s | ||||||
| 1/13/26 | The Silent Crisis in the Collision Industry | Ep. #135 with Kevin Dunn & Richie Seaberry | In this eye-opening episode of Body Bangin’, I sat down with Kevin Dunn (Founder/CEO) and Richie Seaberry (VP of Sales) from Decisely to discuss the "silent crisis" in collision repair… and the benefits strategy that is changing how we retain talent. Decisely has partnered with SCRS to bring big-business benefits to independent shops. In this conversation, we break down why the "tough it out" mentality is destroying shop culture, why employees in 2026 are demanding support over just "more mo... | 30m 19s | ||||||
| 12/29/25 | The Shop Owner’s Playbook & The Secret to Customer Loyalty | Ep. #134 | 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: #97 — Stars vs. Hamsters (with Robert Snook) → Are you working on "Context" or just "Content"? Robert breaks down the difference between the "Stars" who grow and the "Hamsters" stuck on the revenue wheel. Plus, the "So What?" test: why meeting standard expectations gets you zero loyalty . #96 — Be Extraordinary (wi... | 24m 07s | ||||||
| 12/2/25 | ADAS, Sensors & Epoxies: The New Rules of Plastic Repair | Ep #133 with Mario Dimovski | 50-60% of the parts on an average collision claim are plastic. Yet, most of the industry is still operating in the "wild west" when it comes to repairing them. In this eye-opening episode of Body Bangin’, I sat down with Mario Dimovski, a 35-year veteran of the industry and the Head of the Plastic Repair Alliance Council, to discuss the massive knowledge gap in plastic repair… and the global initiative that is about to change everything. Mario has spent his entire career in plastics. He exp... | 38m 48s | ||||||
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| 11/19/25 | How Top Shops Develop Techs in 2025 | Ep #132 with Jason Bartanen | What does it really take to attract great technicians, train them the right way, and build a shop culture that actually keeps them? In this power-packed episode of Body Bangin’, I sat down with Jason Bartanen, industry educator, trainer, and founder of Collision ProAssist, to break down the real reasons shops struggle with talent… and what the best operators are doing differently. Jason has trained thousands of technicians across the country. He’s seen what works, what fails, and why some s... | 51m 49s | ||||||
| 10/22/25 | Leadership, Succession & Getting Paid in Collision Repair | Ep. #131 | This Best Of roundup pulls the most practical moments from four powerhouse conversations, so you can lead better, hire smarter, and finally charge what you’re worth. What you’ll learn: Succession & Family Alignment: How to set a clear vision, involve spouses, and plan for ownership transitions that actually work. Sustaining Success: Five levers top shops use to stay profitable when volume and rates are volatile. Magnetic Hiring & Retention: The culture signal (Meaning, Acknowledge... | 27m 42s | ||||||
| 10/9/25 | The 4 Mindset Shifts Every Shop Owner Needs | Ep. #130 | 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 transactions. Kristen breaks down how knowing your customers as people, not just “the Camry,” transforms trust and service. #58 — Use the Appr... | 31m 50s | ||||||
| 9/18/25 | 3 Marketing Strategies for Collision Shops | Ep. #129 | 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 (and now AEO—Answer Engine Optimization) is the key to showing up on Google and AI search tools - How to stop wasting dollars on scattershot com... | 21m 08s | ||||||
| 9/2/25 | The Collision Repair Step Too Many Shops Skip | Ep. 128 | What does it really take to repair cars the right way, protect your shop from liability, and actually get paid for the work you do? In this power-packed episode of Body Bangin’, I sat down with Alex Stapleton (North American Sales & Marketing Director at Spanesi) to dig into the real ROI of pre-measuring—and why it’s the missing link in too many shops’ processes. We pulled back the curtain on the truths (and myths) around pre-measuring, blueprinting, and how measurement can transform both... | 35m 02s | ||||||
| 8/20/25 | The Truth About Collision Certifications | Ep. #127 | What does it really take to build trust, lead with integrity, and shape the future of the collision industry? In this power-packed episode of Body Bangin’, I sat down with three leaders who aren’t afraid to get real about certifications, training, and what shops need to do right now to thrive: 👉 Steve Fishe – Owner of Plan B Auto Body & President of TCRA 👉 Jerry Dalton – Owner of Dalton Collision & Board Member of TCRA 👉 Brent Henkle – Training Manager at Elite Bod... | 1h 05m 28s | ||||||
| 8/5/25 | Don’t Sell Your Shop Without Hearing This First | Ep. #126 | What happens when the money meets the mission in the collision world? In this value-packed episode of Body Bangin’, we bring together two powerhouse voices shaping the future of the industry: 👉 Laura Gay, founder of Consolidation Coach and host of Consolidation Nation 👉 Matt DiFrancesco, collision financial advisor and host of Your Business, Your Life They dive deep into the realities behind the scenes of selling, scaling, and surviving in the ever-shifting collision repair landscape... | 49m 09s | ||||||
| 7/22/25 | The Truth About Accountability in Collision Repair | Ep #125 | In this no-holds-barred episode, Micki Woods sits down with Kyle Motzkus and Clay Hoberecht, two industry pros who say what others won’t. They get brutally honest about the lack of accountability in the collision world, calling out fake certifications, clout-chasers, and shops that talk a big game but don’t follow OEM procedures. What you’ll hear: - Why ego is killing repair quality and what real leadership looks like - RTA: consumer protection or shop-owner trap? - The s... | 1h 30m 24s | ||||||
| 7/8/25 | Mental Health in Collision Repair | Ep #124 | In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Micki Woods sits down with industry leader Andy Tylka, owner of Tag Auto Group and founder of Brake the Stigma, to talk openly about mental health in the collision industry. This isn’t your typical business podcast. Andy shares his own mental health journey, from years of struggle and stigma to building a culture of support across his 15+ locations. Whether you’re an owner, tech, CSR, or just someone trying to keep it together…you’ll want to hear ... | 45m 17s | ||||||
| 6/24/25 | How Two Shop Owners Changed Collision Repair | Ep #123 | In this powerful episode, Micki Woods is joined by Jeff Butler and Justin Lewis—two shop owners who fought for years to protect collision shops and consumers alike, and won. They helped pass a groundbreaking Right to Appraisal (RTA) bill in Washington, and they’re here to share what every shop owner needs to know about it—and how to take action in your own state. Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ What RTA Actually Is: Why it matters, how it works, and why most shops are still misunderstanding it.... | 54m 26s | ||||||
| 6/10/25 | 4 Day Work Week at Auto Body Shops | Ep #122 | In this value-packed episode, Micki Woods sits down with Kena Dacus, co-owner of Dacus Auto Body & Collision Repair, to uncover real-world strategies for shop owners who are ready to grow smarter, not harder in the collision repair industry. Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ Insurance Headaches: Why getting paid for proper repairs (like safety inspections) feels impossible, and how Kena’s team manages the pushback. ✅ Towing Business Truths: The real cost of adding towing services,... | 33m 15s | ||||||
| 7/16/24 | Ep #121: Things Need to Change with Michael Giarrizzo | I am talking with Michael Giarrizzo, CEO/President of DCR Systems, about embracing the change of our industry. As our vehicles become more complex things NEED TO CHANGE! Vehicles today are safety machines on wheels so what is your shop doing to make sure you are keeping those vehicles that come to you after a collision are being restored so they operate exactly like they would if they never would have gotten into an accident. We need to start taking on the responsibility of this to create a s... | 55m 05s | ||||||
| 6/25/24 | Ep #120: SE Collision Conference Insider with WMABA and CCA | Thank you to our wonderful sponsor, Lombard Equipment, who sells new and refurbished equipment AND provides training on that equipment in your shop! Reach out to them and get the help you need... Massachussets Office: (800) 422-PULL Florida Office: 888-440-WELD Virginia Office: 833-MIG-WELD Visit them online: https://lombardequipment.com/ What made this year's SE Collision Conference amazing? Several of those involved chatted about some things that happened behind the scenes plus a recap of ... | 37m 29s | ||||||
| 6/21/24 | Ep #119: RTA - The Process & The Shop's Role with Steve Krieps at the SE Collision Conference | Thank you to our wonderful sponsor, Lombard Equipment, who sells new and refurbished equipment AND provides training on that equipment in your shop! Reach out to them and get the help you need... Massachussets Office: (800) 422-PULL Florida Office: 888-440-WELD Virginia Office: 833-MIG-WELD Visit them online: https://lombardequipment.com/ We are talking about a very polarizing topic today with Steve Krieps of Collision Safety Consultants of West Virginia. Steve was part of a panel at the SE ... | 33m 52s | ||||||
| 6/20/24 | Ep #118: Take Advantage of the Slow Times with Kevin Lombard & Dave Caron at the SE Collision Conference | For all of you listening Lombard Equipment is offering a FREE Air Jack (3 bag) with purchase of any Chisum equipment piece PLUS Chisum is offering incredible factory pricing through the end of June! https://youtu.be/AsTdmSVxSHs?si=v-sKc171vEm1eaKC Kevin Lombard & Dave Caron of Lombard Equipment chat with us today about the opportunities shops have as they are experiencing some slow downs right now. A survey was done and found that a technician standing up ergonomically (versus down on th... | 37m 23s | ||||||
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