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Payne Auto Talk

by Payne Auto Group

Listen to Payne Auto Talk for auto industry insights on all new and used brands available by the Payne Auto Group! Located in South Texas Rio Grande Valley area and established since 1949 we are well versed in automotive from whats best buy for your buck to whats hot and coming to the car world! Lo que tu quieres REGARDLESS!

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Episodes

  1. Episode 75: Noah Caballero (Payne Brownsville Volkswagen & Mitsubishi)

    In Episode 75 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with the NEW General Manager of Payne Brownsville Volkswagen & Mitsubishi, Noah Caballero. They talk about Noah taking the reigns at Payne Auto Group's southernmost location on the Texas-Mexico Border, Noah's origins...

  2. Epidsode 74: Payne Insurance Group (with Tristan Guyton)

    In Episode 74 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Tristan Guyton, the Agent Manager of Payne Insurance Group. Chris & Tristan cover some of the basics of Auto & Home Insurance, along with a deeper dive into the world of insuring your property, the types of…

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  3. Episode 73 (Darryl Ruiz / Payne Weslaco Chevrolet)

    In Episode 72 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Darryl Ruiz -- the NEW General Sales Manager at Payne Weslaco Chevrolet. They discuss Darryl's beginnings in the auto biz, his rise to his latest position, lessons learned along the way, new products on the…

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  4. Episode 72: Camco Truck & Trailer Solutions (Omar Flores / Sales Manager)

    In Episode 72 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Omar Flores (Sales Manager) of CAMCO Truck & Trailer Solutions. They discuss what CACMO offers in Vehicle & Trailer repair, outfitting/upfitting and modifications for personal, commercial/fleet and any functional...

  5. Episode 71: 87th Annual RGV Livestock Show (w/Tony Flores - Ed Payne CDJR)

    In Episode 71 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team), talks with Tony Flores (General Manager, Ed Payne Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram) at the 87th Annual Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show (RGVLS) in Mercedes, Texas. They discuss the latest redesigns & updates of New 2026 Model CDJR...

  6. Payne Auto Talk Episode 70: Adrian Gonzalez and Hector Lopez at Payne Edinburg CDJR

    In Episode 70 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Adrian Gonzalez (General Manager, Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram) and Hector Lopez (Sales Associate, Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram) and discuss 2025 from the world of Payne Edinburg CDJR. Part of...

  7. Payne Auto Talk Episode 69: Adrian Gonzalez, General Manager of Payne Edinburg CDJR

    In Episode 69 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team), has quite the chat with Adrian Gonzalez (General Manager, Payne Edinburg CDJR) about his recent attendance to a conference of Chyrsler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram's (CDJR) parent company, Stellantis. Adrian divulges upon what's on the…

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  8. Payne Auto Talk Episode 68: Scott Inskeep, Sales Professional of Payne Weslaco Chevrolet

    In Episode 68 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) has a chat with Mr. Scott 'Coach' Inskeep (Payne Weslaco Chevrolet) about how his career on the gridiron as a student, player and coach led him to being a sales associate at the Payne Auto Mall's Chevrolet Franchise. Scott's...

  9. Payne Auto Talk Episode 67: Jay Cantu "Double-J" of iHeart Radio in the Rio Grande Valley

    In Episode 67 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Mr. Jay Cantu (VP of Programming for iHeart Radio in the RGV) to talk about life both on and off of radio. They cover Jay's journey on the airwaves, being a part of the iHeart Family, Community Involvement,...

  10. Payne Auto Talk Episode 66: Mark Alaniz, General Manager of Payne Alice Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

    In Episode 66 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Mr. Mark Alaniz (General Sales Manager) of Payne Alice Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM to hear about the latest happenings in the Alice, Texas area. Chris & Mark go over what's available at Payne Alice CDJR, its staff &...

  11. Payne Auto Talk Episode 65: Adriana I, Sales Professional of Payne Edinburg Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

    In Episode 65 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with previous PAT Guest, Adriana Ibarra (Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-RAM), brings us up to speed on a NEW Program called the Vehicle Exchange Program (VEP). With the VEP, qualified customers have the…

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  12. Payne Auto Talk Episode 64: Pete Magallanes, Service Manager of Payne Weslaco Chevy Buick GMC

    In Episode 64 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Pete Magallanes (Service Manager, Payne Weslaco Buick-GMC) to discuss the latest happenings in Weslaco's hub for 'Luxury & Professional Grade' vehicle maintenance & services. Pete talks of his humble beginnings in...

  13. Payne Auto Talk Episode 63: Matt Castillo, General Sales Manager of Payne Weslaco Ford

    In Episode 62 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Payne Weslaco Ford's General Sales Manager, Matt Castillo. When it comes to Ford, Matt KNOWS what's happening in the Mid-Valley and he shares with us his journey of 15 years of not only being a Payne Employee, but...

  14. Payne Auto Talk Episode 62: Ruben Basaldua, Service Manager of Ed Payne Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

    In Episode 62 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Ed Payne Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram (EP-CDJR) Service Manager, Ruben Basaldua. Chris is brought up to speed on the latest happenings at EP-CDJR's Service Department, including the new crew of diesel technicians in…

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  15. Payne Auto Talk Episode 61: Gabriel Treviño, Social Media Coordinator of Payne Edinburg CDJR

    In Episode 61 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with fellow employee and team-member, Gabriel Treviño (Payne Digital). They discuss Gabriel's start with Payne Auto Group, being a part of Payne Auto Group's online presence at Payne Edinburg Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM…

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  16. Payne Auto Talk Episode 60: Adriana I. and Irvin C. of Payne Edinburg Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

    In Episode 60 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Adriana Ibarra (Service Advisor) & Irvin Chapa (Service Technician) to discuss maintenance services that Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram are performing on Sundays! Adriana & Irvin expand on what it takes to...

  17. Payne Auto Talk Episode 59: Sarah Hernandez and Roy Garza Rio Grande City 'Pit Boss Showdown'

    In Episode 59, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with both Sarah Hernandez (Rio Grande City, Assistant City Manager) and Roy Garza (Rio Grande City Chamber of Commerce) to discuss upcoming events in Rio Grande City, the culture surrounding said events and what's in store for local...

  18. Payne Auto Talk Episode 58: Rebecca Gearhart, President and CEO of Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley

    In Episode 58 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) talks with Rebecca Gearhart of the Rio Grande Valley's Chapter of the Make-A-Wish (MAW) Foundation. They discuss the history of Make-A-Wish, it's mission and how they help Rio Grande Valley Families that have children afflicted...

  19. Payne Auto Talk Episode 57: Eric Treviño, General Manager of Payne Arena

    In Episode 57 of Payne Auto Talk [Short], Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) talks with Eric Treviño (General Manager of Payne Arena in Hidalgo) about the happenings and upcoming events at Payne Arena. From the past Holiday Festival of Lights, to the Spring Concert Season that is upon us, Eric...

  20. Payne Auto Talk Episode 56: Freddie Flores, General Manager of Payne Mission Volkswagen

    In the 55th Episode of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall [Payne Street Team] sits down with returning guest Freddie Flores [General Manager of Payne Mission Volkswagen-Mitsubishi] and they discuss the return of the VW Van in the form of the Volkswagen ID 'Buzz'. This all-electric, 7-passenger van…

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  21. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 55: Noel Martinez, Finance Manager of Payne Alice Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

    In Episode 55 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team sits down with Mr. Noel Martinez, finance manager of Payne Alice Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram... Payne Auto Group's NEWEST Dealership in Alice, Texas! Chris & Noel talk about being under the 'Payne Umbrella', the fine folks who...

  22. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 54: Raul Gomez, General Manager of Payne Weslaco Ford

    In Episode 54 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team sits down with Mr. Raul Gomez (General Manager) of Payne Weslaco Ford (PWF). In his second appearance on PAT, Raul brings us up to speed on the latest happenings at PWF, including the latest accolades of the…

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  23. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 53: John Castilleja, Commercial Fleet Manager of Payne Auto Group

    In this 'Short' Episode of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team talks with John Castilleja, General Accounts Manager of Payne Commercial & Fleet. John brings us all up to speed on Payne Commercial & Fleet having 'Elite' Status, their capability for outfitting & up-fitting your...

  24. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 52: Luis Saldaña, General Manager of RGV Livestock Show 7 Rodeo

    In Episode 52 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team sits down with Mr. Luis Saldaña, Executive Director and General Manager of the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show (RGVLS). Chris & Mr. Saldaña talk about the RGVLS, it’s rich history, community ties, and the other 50+ events...

  25. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 51: Jason Metzger, Manager of Budget Rent-A-Car

    In Episode 51 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with Mr. Jason Metzger, Manager of Budget Rent-A-Car in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. They go through the ins & outs of the rental process, the vehicles available, Jason's path to becoming Budget's Manager, his...

  26. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 50: John Barraza, General Manager of Payne Weslaco Motors

    In Episode 50 of Payne Auto Talk, we are ‘Halfway To 100’! Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team sits down with Mr. John Barraza, General Manager of Payne Weslaco Chevrolet & Buick-GMC. John brings Chris up to speed on the newest building at the Payne Auto Mall in Weslaco, Texas - Payne Weslaco...

  27. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 49: Charlie Rodriguez, General Manager of Payne PreOwned McAllen

    In Episode 49 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team sits down with the NEW General Manager of Payne PreOwned McAllen (PPOM), Charlie Rodriguez. Chris & Charlie talk about being Payne Auto Group’s newest General Manager, what it’s like working your way up the ladder of…

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  28. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 48: Tony Flores, General Manager of Ed Payne CDJR

    In Episode 48 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team heads to Ed Payne Chyrsler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram (EPCDJR) to sit down with NEW General Manager, Tony Flores. Chris & Tony discuss EPCDJR's recent 'change of command', what awaits in the world of Jeeps, outgoing 'BIG Block' V-8's...

  29. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 47: Geoff Mauldin, New General Sales Manager of Payne Edinburg CDJR

    In Episode 47 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Payne Street Team) sits down with the NEW General Sales Manager of Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram, Geoff Mauldin. Chris & Geoff discuss Geoff's return to the Payne Auto Group Family, his journey through the automotive industry, how...

  30. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 46 : Art Juarez, General Manager of Payne Brownsville

    In Episode 46 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team sits down with Mr. Art Juarez, General Manager of Payne Brownsville Volkswagen-Mitsubishi. The construction of the Payne Brownsville's NEW Volkswagen Building is a hot topic they start off with, along with Volkswagen being…

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  31. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 45: Adrian Gonzalez, General Manager of Payne Edinburg CDJR

    In Episode 45 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris sits down with Adrian Gonzalez, the new General Manager of Payne Edinburg Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM. Chris & Adrian discuss stepping into the 'big chair', team cohesion, new products coming in, older products going away, commercial-fleet...

  32. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 44: Sarah Robledo, Business Development Director of Payne Auto Group

    In Episode 44 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team hosts returning guest and Payne Auto Group's Digital Marketing Manager, Sarah Robledo. Chris & Sarah discuss Payne Auto Group's Community Outreach including the 2024 Payne Auto Group TikTok Scholarship Challenge (for...

  33. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 43: Al Diaz, 2024 McAllen International Car Fest

    In Episode 43 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall (Host) has Mr. Al Diaz, Assistant Manager of the McAllen Convention Center, sits down to discuss the upcoming McAllen International Carfest from February 2nd-4th of 2024. They go over the ins & outs of CarFest, what to expect, the charity work done...

  34. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 42 : Kristi Collier, Director of Welcome Home Rio Grande Valley

    In Episode 42 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall talks with the Director of 'Welcome Home RGV', Kristi Collier. Chris & Kristi discuss the creation, role and future Welcome Home RGV (WHRGV), upcoming events including the WHRGV Expo (January 16-17 in McAllen and January 18 in Brownsville) & the...

  35. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 41: Drew Maldonado, Event Coordinator of RGVLS

    In Episode 41 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris talks with the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Showground's (RGVLS) Event Program Coordinator, Andrew 'Drew' Maldonado. Chris & Andrew discuss the upcoming events including 'Monster Truck Wars' (January 13, 2024) the 'Smokin On The Rio' Barbecue Cook-Off...

  36. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 40 : Jennifer Vasquez, Rio Grande Valley Humane Society

    In Episode 40 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team sits down with Rio Grande Valley Humane Society (RGVHS) Director of Development, Jennifer Vasquez. Chris & Jennifer talk about the mission of the RGVHS and their 2nd Annual Fundraiser, 'Bark & Brew', at Jackson Street Cork…

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  37. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 39 : Winter Driving, RGVLS Fall Festival & KRGV Band of the Week

    During Episode 39 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team goes solo. He talks about the seasonal transition from Summer to Fall & Winter Driving Conditions, the upcoming Fall Festival & Carnival at the RGV Stockshow Fairgrounds and KRGV Channel 5's latest High School Marching...

  38. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 38 : EV Update with Freddie Flores, GM of Payne Mission Volkswagen

    In Episode 38 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team gets some updates on the latest & greatest of Electric Vehicle (EV) news from Payne Mission Volkswagen-Mitsubishi General Manager, Freddie Flores. From the VW ID.4 to the ID.7 and the EV Microbus on the horizon, Freddie...

  39. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 37 : Honoring Marching Bands with Chris Marshall

    In Episode 37 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall of the Payne Street Team goes solo to honor High School Marching Bands, as per KRGV Channel 5's Marching Band of the Week. Chris goes over what it's like to be a member of a high school marching band and gives thanks to all who help to make them...

  40. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 36 : Roland Zamora, Payne Rio Grande City General Manager

    In Episode 36 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall has a quick chat with Payne Rio Grande City Ford & Payne Rio Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram's NEW General Manager, Roland Zamora. Chris & Roland talk about stepping into management from the service-side of the business, culture in Starr County, vehicles...

  41. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 35 : Michelle Garcia, Digital Communications Manager of Weslaco EDC

    In Episode 35, Chris talks with Michelle Garcia, Digital Communications Manager of the City of Weslaco's Economic Development Center (EDC). They discuss what Weslaco's EDC does in the community, how it benefits both large & small businesses, Weslaco EDC's event called 'Alfresco' (a monthly...

  42. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 34 : Back to School with Payne Preowned Weslaco GM, Bobby Vera

    In the 'short' Episode 34, Chris attends Payne PreOwned Weslaco's Back-To-School Event. Sitting down with Bobby Vera (PPO Weslaco's Manager) & Juan Cumbias (PPO Weslaco's Assistant Manager), Chris discusses their event, being a part of the community and what's in store for people on a daily basis...

  43. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 33 : Back to School Test Drive with Chris Marshall

    In Episode 33 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris 'flies solo' by discussing heading back to school, including your chance to win a $300 Gift Card from PAYNEAUTOGROUP.COM! Chris discusses switching from the 'vacation-mode' of driving to getting back to 'daily grind' driving, especially during the upcoming...

  44. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 32: Freddie Flores, General Manager of Payne Mission Volkswagen

    In this 'short' episode of Payne Auto Talk, Chris sits down with Freddie Flores (Manager, Payne Mission Volkswagen & Mitsubishi) right before a training for the New, 'Refreshed' 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SUV. They go over whats new in the worlds of Volkswagen & Mitsubishi, including the 'refreshed'…

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  45. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 31: Tony and Arnold, Jeep Financing at Payne Edinburg CDJR

    Episode 31 of Payne Auto talk involves Chris being joined by both Tony Flores & Arnold Burkholder of Payne Edinburg Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram (CDJR) to discuss JEEP! From aspects of Jeep culture to customer care/satisfaction to financing & options, Tony & Arnold unwrap the latest happenings as to…

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  46. Payne Auto Talk Podcast Episode 30: Craig Blackwell, Commercial and Fleet Director of Payne Auto Group

    In our 30th Episode of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris is joined by Payne Auto Group's own Commercial & Fleet Manager, Craig Blackwell. They dive off into the world of providing businesses, both big and small, with vehicles do get their various jobs & duties done. Not only do they discuss the past…

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  47. Episode 28: Rios of Mercedes Boot Company (w/Ryan Vaughn)

    In our 28th Episode of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris is joined by Rios of Mercedes Boot Company's CEO, Mr. Ryan Vaughn. Both Chris & Ryan discuss the makings of a good pair of boots, the artisans who create them, the folks who wear them, the folks who sell them and the communities in which fine...

  48. Episode 27: 2023 Livestock Show & Rodeo Summary PLUS New Event Updates (w/Chris Marshall)

    In Episode 27 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), Chris reflects on the 2023 Rio Grande Valley Stockshow & Rodeo, future local events (including fundraisers & galas), the newest addition to Payne Auto Group's involvement with civic events, and partnerships with local media and higher education. It's going…

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  49. Episode 26: KRGV's Lifestyle Segment Host (w/Karla Salinas).

    In Episode 26 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), The Payne Street Team's Chris Marshall sits down with KRGV (Channel 5) TV Lifestyle Segment Host, Karla Salinas. Chris & Karla talk about Karlas' real-world fantasy of being a cast member at Disney World (including some behind the scenes factoids), her…

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  50. Episode 25: Breast Cancer Awareness Month (w/Chris Marshall)

    In Episode 25 of Payne Auto Talk (PAT), The Payne Street Team's Chris Marshall takes a few minutes to talk about Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) including preventative measures (screenings & tests) to taking action and getting support. Chris gives a few statistics, plus offers some tips…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Listen to Payne Auto Talk for auto industry insights on all new and used brands available by the Payne Auto Group! Located in South Texas Rio Grande Valley area and established since 1949 we are well versed in automotive from whats best buy for your buck to whats hot and coming to the car world! Lo que tu quieres REGARDLESS!

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