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From Junkyard Roots To Industry Leadership
Jan 22, 2026
1h 07m 10s
Celebrating DJ Harrington’s Legacy In Automotive Recycling
Jan 6, 2026
1h 06m 48s
What Happens When Google Can’t Read Your Site
Dec 28, 2025
1h 06m 40s
How Auto Recyclers Win With Quality, Data, And Fulfillment
Dec 16, 2025
54m 43s
How A Blown Engine Became A Business
Nov 25, 2025
41m 35s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 1/22/26 | ![]() From Junkyard Roots To Industry Leadership | A great yard isn’t built on luck; it’s built on discipline. We sit down with David Gold of Standard Auto Wreckers to unpack how a third-generation operator navigated expansion, a public roll-up, and an uncommon buyback to rebuild momentum with people, process, and profit at the center. From the early days of turning a “junkyard” into an environmentally responsible recycler to leading industry boards, David shares what still works—and what no longer does—in a market defined by vehicle complexi... | 1h 07m 10s | ||||||
| 1/6/26 | ![]() Celebrating DJ Harrington’s Legacy In Automotive Recycling | A good goodbye doesn’t end a story—it reveals why it mattered. We gathered with DJ Harrington, the voice who helped shape URG On The Go, to celebrate the lessons, laughs, and leadership that lifted automotive recycling and the people who power it. Amanda shares a deeply personal tribute, Michael steps in with warmth and respect, and DJ opens the playbook that built his legacy: simple phone scripts that win trust, service habits that compound, and a brand—the “Doctor”—that made big ideas easy ... | 1h 06m 48s | ||||||
| 12/28/25 | ![]() What Happens When Google Can’t Read Your Site | A high-performing recycler website is more than a logo and a phone number—it’s a 24/7 salesperson that turns searches into paid orders. We sit down with Andy Alonso from URG Web Services to unpack how yards across the U.S. and Canada are modernizing outdated sites and unlocking real e-commerce with clean structure, secure hosting, and tools built for this industry. We start with the foundation: WordPress sites powered by the IIS Auto Part Search plugin to surface real-time inventory, accurate... | 1h 06m 40s | ||||||
| 12/16/25 | ![]() How Auto Recyclers Win With Quality, Data, And Fulfillment | Want a real playbook for running a sharper, more profitable recycling operation? We sit down with industry leader and past ARA president Marty Hollingshead to unpack the exact moves that cut returns, speed delivery, and keep body shops coming back. Marty traces his journey from parts puller to owner, then breaks down how consolidation, technology, and shifting buyer behavior reshaped the business—and why the winners pair modern tools with seasoned judgment. We get tactical fast. Marty explai... | 54m 43s | ||||||
| 11/25/25 | ![]() How A Blown Engine Became A Business | A blown engine, a rodeo barn, and a dirt lot aren’t the usual ingredients for a thriving auto recycling business—unless you’re David Markham. We sit down with the founder of EAT Partz to unpack how grit, mentorship, and the right tech stack turned a side hustle into a disciplined, growing yard in Middletown, Ohio. We trace the path from that first teardown to buying property, laying gravel, installing racking, and transforming chaos into a location-based, barcode-driven system. David shares ... | 41m 35s | ||||||
| 10/31/25 | ![]() How URG and OEC Connect Recyclers To 15,000+ Daily Buyers | Shops are buying parts online every day through the TraxCollision platform. We invited Bryan Holzinger from OEConnection to walk through how the new URG and TraxCollision direct integration gets recycled parts in front of 15,000 buyers daily, right at the decision point: online. If you have ever lost a sale due to a slow quoting process, missed emails, or uncertain vehicle fitment, this integration offers a clear path forward with live inventory, parts quoting based on OEM part numbers... | 33m 44s | ||||||
| 10/15/25 | ![]() Own the Risk, Keep the Cash: How Recyclers Build Wealth With Reinsurance | Warranties aren’t the enemy of profit—bad accounting and fuzzy reporting are. We sit down with Bret Buike of National Reinsurance to unpack a simple shift that helps automotive recyclers stop bleeding cash on claims and start building a durable revenue stream: move the warranty risk into a reinsurance company you own and pair it with clean, actionable reporting. We walk through the nuts and bolts without the jargon. What does it mean to reserve for 90-day warranties and extended terms? How d... | 51m 11s | ||||||
| 9/15/25 | ![]() Boost Your Ebay Sales with WHI | Dave Young of WHI Solutions shares a compelling story about transforming automotive recycling through e-commerce innovation. Having celebrated 31 years with the company, Young's journey parallels the evolution of digital parts sales, particularly since WHI's acquisition by eBay in 2012. What started as a technology gap has blossomed into a game-changing partnership. While WHI excelled at helping sellers list new aftermarket parts on eBay, they lacked specialized tools for the unique challeng... | 31m 16s | ||||||
| 9/1/25 | ![]() From Body Shop to Recycling Empire: Sherri Smith's Story | Ever wonder how a small-town auto recycling business thrives in today's complex market? Sherri Smith takes us behind the scenes at Smith Auto Inc in Pawnee City, Nebraska, revealing how a field of leftover parts cars evolved into a multi-faceted operation with 26 employees serving a town of fewer than 800 people. What began as a collision repair center in the late 1980s naturally progressed to rebuilding vehicles, which generated parts cars that accumulated until Bob Smith suggested they "st... | 35m 14s | ||||||
| 8/19/25 | ![]() Lower Fees, Higher Profits: The Future of Automotive Recycling Inventory | Are excessive auction fees eating away at your profits? Meet the company that's challenging the status quo in salvage vehicle sourcing and putting more money back in recyclers' pockets. When Dan Oscarson walks into a recycling yard and mentions Salvato Auctions' business model, he typically gets two reactions: "You guys must be crazy" immediately followed by "I hope you succeed." After three decades in the industry, including years at IAA, Dan understands why. The salvage auction marketplace... | 48m 16s | ||||||
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| 7/15/25 | ![]() The Digital Fortress: Cyber Security for Auto Recyclers | Cyber criminals have significantly stepped up their game, with attacks costing businesses $22.5 billion in 2024 – a staggering increase from just $1 billion in 2022. For auto recycling yards, this presents a new frontier of security challenges that can't be solved with traditional measures like fences and security cameras. VGM Forbin's Jeremy Heideman and Nick Gerrans join the URG On the Go podcast to break down what this means for recyclers of all sizes. Drawing on Jeremy's 14 years of expe... | 56m 47s | ||||||
| 7/8/25 | ![]() Bourbon, Wine & Auto Parts: The Unexpected Joy of Recycling | What happens when life forces you to step up and lead? Shan Latham never expected to find herself at the helm of Cocoa Auto Salvage, but following family tragedy, this second-generation recycler transformed from financial manager to industry leader. Her journey reveals powerful lessons about resilience, adaptability, and the unexpected paths we sometimes must navigate. "Treat everybody fairly," Shan shares, echoing the wisdom her parents instilled when founding their Florida recycling operat... | 38m 30s | ||||||
| 6/26/25 | ![]() Hair Spray and Hootchie Coo: The 80s Are Back at FADRA's 50th | The automotive recycling industry thrives on connection, collaboration, and community – three elements perfectly embodied in the Florida Auto Dismantlers & Recyclers Association's upcoming 50th anniversary celebration. This milestone event, taking place July 17-20 at Clearwater's beautiful Sheraton Sand Key Resort, promises to deliver extraordinary value for recyclers seeking growth opportunities and industry insights. What began in 1975 as a gathering of forward-thinking salvage yard op... | 39m 31s | ||||||
| 6/17/25 | ![]() From Crisis to Opportunity: How Education Powers Auto Recycling | Auto recycling stands at a crossroads where education and adaptation determine who thrives in tomorrow's market. In this thought-provoking conversation with industry veteran Mike Kunkel of Profit Team Consulting, we explore how the once-stigmatized "junkyard business" has transformed into a sophisticated industry attracting major investment and mainstream acceptance. The landscape is shifting dramatically. Organizations like URG, ARA, PRP, and RCD are aligning their educational initiatives t... | 55m 30s | ||||||
| 6/3/25 | ![]() From Funny Farm to Industry Leader: Shannon Nordstrom's Journey | Few stories in automotive recycling capture the essence of American entrepreneurship quite like Shannon Nordstrom's journey. From the "funny farm" where cows, crops, and cars coexisted to running an industry-leading operation spanning three generations, Shannon's path reveals how vision, faith, and hard work transform businesses—and lives. Shannon's candid storytelling takes us back to where it all began: his parents turning necessity into opportunity when his father purchased a wrecked Ford... | 59m 34s | ||||||
| 5/27/25 | ![]() EV Essentials for Auto Recyclers from Greg Aguilera | The electric vehicle revolution isn't coming—it's already here. Automotive recyclers across North America are increasingly encountering high-voltage vehicles, yet many lack the training, tools, and confidence to handle them properly. In this enlightening conversation, Greg Aguilera of International Automotive Consulting shares his journey from early EV technician to industry consultant, revealing practical insights for recyclers navigating this charged terrain. Greg's expertise stems from be... | 46m 56s | ||||||
| 5/20/25 | ![]() Leadership Legacies: Insights from Industry Veterans at URG | What happens when automotive recycling industry leaders gather to share their wisdom? Pure gold for anyone connected to this unique business community. The latest episode of URG On The Go podcast delivers exclusive conversations recorded live from the URG Team PRP Conference in Orlando, Florida. Host DJ Harrington sits down with Marty Hollingshed, past president of the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) and 40-year owner of Northlake Auto Recyclers, who reveals what makes this industry e... | 18m 09s | ||||||
| 5/6/25 | ![]() Automotive Recycling Associations: Building a Better Industry Together | The automotive recycling industry is experiencing a remarkable transformation as once-separate organizations discover the power of collaboration. In this enlightening episode recorded live at the URG Conference in Orlando, we capture conversations with key industry leaders who are reshaping how recyclers work together. Shan Latham, past president of ARA and owner of Coco Auto Salvage, shares how her vision for greater industry collaboration has blossomed into tangible results. "We are better... | 21m 29s | ||||||
| 4/30/25 | ![]() Unlocking Auto Recycling Success at URG Team PRP Conference | The heartbeat of the auto recycling industry pulses through every conversation in this special edition of URG On the Go, recorded live from the vibrant URG Team PRP conference in Orlando. DJ Harrington welcomes old friends and industry leaders who share candid insights about their businesses, relationships, and commitment to advancing the industry. Matthew of Honeycomb Converters reveals how their company represents the powerful marriage between American Iron and Metal (a $4 billion recyclin... | 23m 49s | ||||||
| 4/20/25 | ![]() How Auto Recyclers Are Coming Together to End Veteran Homelessness | At the heart of the auto recycling industry lies a profound commitment to service that extends far beyond business operations. The special edition of URG On the Go podcast from Orlando, Florida captures this spirit perfectly as URG announces their partnership with Tunnel to Towers Foundation to donate much-needed passenger vans for homeless veterans. Matthew Milazzo shares the powerful origin story of Tunnel to Towers, born from the sacrifice of firefighter Steven Siller who, on September 11... | 16m 07s | ||||||
| 4/7/25 | ![]() From Insurance to Auto Parts: A Recycler's Journey | Casey Cornell never planned to become an auto recycler. Working at State Farm Insurance with a side business in construction, he stepped in temporarily when his father fell ill, thinking he'd manage the small parts yard until his dad returned. Twenty-two years later, Casey has transformed Cornell's Auto Parts from a modest operation with Hollander books and minimal inventory into a powerhouse spanning 65 acres with nearly 50 employees and multiple delivery trucks on the road daily. What make... | 39m 48s | ||||||
| 4/1/25 | ![]() Beyond the Salvage: The URG Conference Experience | Family. The word comes up repeatedly when URG CEO Kristy Werner describes what makes the automotive recycling industry special and why the annual URG Conference matters so much. "I never would have expected to have so many people in this industry as close friends," she explains, highlighting the connections that drive business growth and professional development. From April 10-12, 2024, Orlando becomes the epicenter of automotive recycling as industry professionals gather for what promises t... | 32m 39s | ||||||
| 3/30/25 | ![]() Dismantling the Junkyard Myth: One Recycler's Journey | Auto recycling isn't just about selling parts—it's about building a legacy. In this captivating episode, we're joined by Brian Bachand, CEO of Westover Auto Salvage and a second-generation auto recycler who's transforming his family business through innovation, education, and industry advocacy. Brian takes us through his remarkable journey from a child sweeping floors and stacking tires to a forward-thinking leader planning for the next generation. With his father's powerful credo—"we move f... | 35m 00s | ||||||
| 3/28/25 | ![]() Profit Margins in Crisis: A Recycler's Guide to Survival | The automotive recycling industry has hit a challenging period, and JC Cahill doesn't sugarcoat it. As he shares with URG On The Go hosts, recyclers across the country are experiencing significant margin compression - with parts prices dropping roughly 30% while vehicle acquisition costs remain stubbornly high. This financial squeeze marks a stark reversal from the pandemic-era boom when supply chain disruptions made recycled parts more valuable than ever. Now, as manufacturers have restored... | 48m 21s | ||||||
| 3/11/25 | ![]() Navigating Auto Recycling's Future with Profit Team's Mike Kunkel | The auto recycling landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation from what Mike Kunkel calls "our grandfather's industry" into a sophisticated business sector attracting mainstream financial players and consumer acceptance. This eye-opening conversation with one of the industry's most respected consultants reveals both the tremendous opportunities and significant challenges facing recyclers in 2023 and beyond. Kunkel's work with Profit Team peer groups offers a fascinating window into ... | 41m 57s | ||||||
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