Gearbox Podcast, a podcast by Jimmy Purdy - Stats, Episodes and Rankings

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Breaking the Cycle: Negativity, Sales Mastery & Reinvention in the Auto Industry with JK Walker

Episode 102

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 • Duration 01:04:35

In this episode, we sit down with JK Walker—owner of a thriving mobile auto repair business and founder of a mail-order ECM company specializing in Chrysler vehicles. We dive into the culture of negativity in the auto industry, how it holds shops back, and the powerful sales processes that separate struggling businesses from thriving ones. If you’re serious about growth, mindset, and building something different, this episode is for you.

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Live from AAPEX 2025: David Boyd from call inbound on the importance of communication

Episode 101

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 • Duration 54:24

David Boyd from call inbound- an automotive specific VOIP phone service company- is back on to drop more knowledge of the importance of communication from AAPEX 2025!

Live from AAPEX 2025: Mike with Corvette Pacifica talks about how Tariffs are affecting parts.

Episode 100

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 • Duration 54:44

Mike runs a parts distribution warehouse for Corvette in our hometown, Corvette Pacifica, he comes to AAPEX every year to find new suppliers, He talks about how Tariffs are affecting his business and some of the issues he has run into with keeping quality his number one priority.

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Live from AAPEX 2025: Arun Coumar on What’s Next in the Bay

Episode 99

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 • Duration 01:07:49

Arun from Driven auto care is Back! And Straight from the AAPEX floor, we sit down to cut through the hype and spotlight what actually moves the needle in 2025—smarter diagnostics, cleaner workflows, and people-first processes. Fast, practical takeaways you can bring back to the shop Tomorrow.

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Live from AAPEX 2025: Moe & Lalo Shift the Conversation

Episode 98

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 • Duration 49:30

The man, the myth, the legend, Lalo stops back in after a long Hiatus and is joined by Shift'n gears own service manager Moe, and what better place to catch up then at AAPEX, we talk Shop performance, culture, and tech adoption—how to turn this year’s show buzz into measurable wins in your bays.

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Wrenches, Wisdom & the Reckoning- With Kevin Brown from Repair shop reckoning

Episode 97

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 • Duration 01:07:03

In this episode of The Gear Box Podcast, Jimmy sits down with Kevin Brown — shop owner, creator of Repair Shop Reckoning, and one of the loudest voices calling for real talk in the auto repair world. Together, they dig into the truth behind shop culture, leadership, AI in the bay, and why knowing your numbers beats chasing the next silver bullet. It’s raw, funny, and packed with lessons every shop owner needs to hear.

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From Wrenches to Wealth: Building a Business That Outlives You

Episode 96

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 • Duration 51:42

In this powerful episode of The Gearbox Podcast, Jimmy Purdy sits down with financial advisor and exit strategist Matt DiFrancesco to talk about the one thing most shop owners never plan for—what happens after the grind. Matt shares insider strategies on how blue-collar business owners can transform from being trapped in their business to leading it with freedom and purpose. From building true business value to creating generational wealth, this conversation is packed with real talk, practical tools, and mindset shifts every shop owner needs to hear.

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Killing the Old You: Growth, Grit, and Getting Coached with Brent Kilmer

Episode 95

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 • Duration 01:01:32

In this powerful milestone episode, Jimmy sits down with Brent Kilmer — owner of Velocity Tire & Auto and coach with Repair Shop of Tomorrow — for a raw and inspiring deep dive into what it really takes to grow as a shop owner and leader. From battling resistance to coaching, to learning when to let go of bad habits (and bad employees), Brent shares how he transformed his business — and himself — by embracing change.

Expect hard truths, laughs, and plenty of wisdom about leadership, pricing your worth, and killing the “old version” of yourself that’s holding you back. Whether you’re behind the counter or under the hood, this conversation will hit home.

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From Wrenches to Wealth: Rethinking Auto Repair with Charlie Zlatkos

Episode 94

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 • Duration 01:06:45

In this episode, Jimmy sits down with Charlie Zlatkoz of Pleasant Car Care to talk about the journey from technician to shop owner—and why that leap requires a totally different mindset. They dive into the concept of "auto hospitality," fixing process bottlenecks, hiring the right team, and the power of saying yes to customers. Whether you're running a shop or just passionate about business, this episode is packed with real-world insights and game-changing advice

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Practice, Progress, and People: Redefining Leadership in the Shop

Episode 93

Thursday, August 28, 2025 • Duration 01:04:51

In this episode, Jimmy Purdy sits down with leadership coach Josh Parnell of Limitless Leadership to unpack what it really takes to grow as a leader—both in the shop and in life. From mastering communication and the power of one-on-ones, to balancing recognition with accountability, Josh shares practical strategies that drive team engagement, improve performance, and even restore relationships at home.

Together, Jimmy and Josh dive into imposter syndrome, the importance of repetition and practice, work-life “rhythm,” and why investing in people beats chasing quick fixes. Whether you’re a shop owner, a team leader, or just someone striving to lead better, this conversation is packed with insights, quotes, and stories that will inspire you to take action.

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