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The RoadFS Podcast
by Jody Sedrick
Jody Sedrick and Rod Puzey of Zenware and RoadFS explore the movers and shakers of the automotive detailing industry. Every Thursday we interview detailers, members of the IDA, suppliers, vendors, and other detailing professionals that are impacting and driving the auto detailing industry. Do you have someone interesting in the Detailing World you'd like us to interview? Let us know and we'll get them on.Hosted by Jody Sedrick and Rod PuzeyThank for listening to The RoadFS Podcast is a production of Zenware and RoadFS
Episodes
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614 - 30% More Productivity: What Changed When His Niece Joined the Business?
What happens when you leave the corporate world, start a mobile detailing business, and then bring your niece along for the journey?This week on The Detail Bookie Podcast, Jody Sedrick and Rod Puzey sit down with Torrey and Mya of Pearl’s Auto Recon, an uncle-and-niece team building a detailing...
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613 - Is Your Shop Ready for the PDR and Detailing?
This week, we sit down with Lee Roth to talk about the upcoming PDR Expo and the newly added Detail Intensive, happening September 24–26 in Las Vegas.PDR Expo is expanding — for the first time ever, Detail Intensive is joining the show as an official part of PDR Expo, bringing the paintless dent...
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612 - How to Build a Business That Runs Without You
What would happen if you left your detailing business for two weeks? For Kyle Clark of Extreme Detailing, that question became a real-world test. Kyle spent an incredible trip traveling through South Africa with his family while his detailing business continued operating back home. But making…
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611 - The Secret to Building a Brand That Lasts
Meghan Pourier, CEO of Car Candy and President of the International Detailing Association, joins us for an incredible conversation about what it really takes to build a brand, lead a team, and create a business that lasts.From building Car Candy one brick at a time to leading with integrity and...
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610 - Turning Customers Into Fans: RoadFS Hits the Road
We’re hitting the road! Over the next several weeks, RoadFS and Detail Bookie are traveling to some of the biggest events, training sessions, and gatherings in the professional detailing industry — and we’re bringing the podcast with us. From hands-on training and IDA certification to new…
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609 - Inside 3 Days of High-Level Detailing Training in Chicago
What happens when detailers, trainers, manufacturers and business owners come together for three days of hands-on training? We found out in Chicago. In this episode of the RoadFS / Detail Bookie Podcast, we take you inside an incredible training event hosted at Car Supplies Warehouse and…
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608 - Detail Intensive: Learn Profitable Detailing Services You Can Sell Tomorrow
What if you could add new services to your detailing business—and start selling them almost immediately? In this episode of the RoadFS / Detail Bookie Podcast, we sit down with Darrell Wolf and Sheldon Kay to talk about Detail Intensive, a new hands-on training experience taking place September…
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607 - The Biggest Marketing Mistake Detailers Are Making
In this episode of the RoadFS / Detail Bookie Podcast, Rod Puzey and Jody Sedrick sit down with Alex Lara, founder of F1nish Coatings and a detailing business owner who has taken his passion for cars from a garage-based operation to building his own coating company.Alex shares the story behind…
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606 - Learn to Detail Historic & Exotic Cars at Petersen Museum
If you're serious about becoming a better detailer, this is one training event you don't want to miss.In this special episode of the RoadFS / Detail Bookie Podcast, hosts Rod Puzey and Jody Sedrick sit down with Dave Sanchez and Rigo Santana to discuss one of the industry's most unique hands-on...
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605 - The Biggest Mistake New Detailers Make (And How to Avoid It)
This week on the RoadFS / Detail Bookie Podcast, we're joined by Cole McCrary, Marketing & Sales Coordinator and Head Trainer at SONAX USA.Cole shares what he's learned after nearly a decade in the professional detailing industry—from training thousands of detailers to working alongside some of…
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604 - PPF is Changing the Detailing Game—Here's Why
What if you could add hundreds—even thousands—to every customer ticket without finding a single new customer? In this episode, we're breaking down exactly how successful detail shops are doing it. Join Jason Otterness - Car Supplies Warehouse, Kirk Evans, and the Details of the Roundtable join us...
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603 - How Elite Detailers Build an UNFORGETTABLE Brand (Most Shops Get This Wrong!)
What separates successful detailing businesses from everyone else? It's not just skill—it's your brand.In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Bookie Podcast, we sit down with Tony Kiger, owner of Finer Details and Director of Training for Autobahn, Huper Optik, and Edge, to discuss what it really...
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602 - What's REALLY Holding Your Detailing Business Back?
In this episode of the RoadFS / Detail Bookie Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest questions every business owner eventually faces:Why isn't my business growing the way I expected?We discuss:✅ Hiring and retaining quality employees✅ Why SOPs matter more than talent✅ Time management for…
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601 - The Wall of Shame: Turning Detailing Mistakes Into Money
Matthew Goode of Good Custom Garage (Brooks, KY) grew up polishing aluminum in his hot-rod-legend father's garage at just six years old — and never left the business. On this episode of The Detail Bookie Podcast, Matt opens up about the motorcycle wreck that nearly ended everything, starting a...
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600 - The Lost Bullitt Stunt Car Revealed | 600th Podcast Special
What better way to celebrate our 600th episode than at Detail Fest 2026 inside the world-famous Petersen Automotive Museum!In this special milestone episode, we take you behind the scenes of one of the most exciting detailing events of the year. You'll get an exclusive look at the legendary…
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599 - Live Compilation from DetailFest 2026
This is a combined episode of all of the lives from Autogeek's Detail Fest 2026
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598 - Nothing Like a Scratch to Make a Lasting Impression with Jason Kilmer
What does it take to become one of the most respected paint correction and sanding specialists in the automotive industry? In this powerful episode of the RoadFS DetailBookie Podcast, we sit down with renowned automotive refinishing expert Jason Killmer to discuss far more than sanding and…
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597 - DETAIL FEST RETURNS! Inside the Petersen Museum with the Legendary Bullitt Mustang
The legendary Detail Fest is back for its 25th Anniversary, and this year it's happening at the world-famous Petersen Automotive Museum! Join us as we sit down with David Sanchez, Preservation Collection Manager at the Petersen Museum, along with Will Crinigan from AutoGeek and Chris Metcalf and...
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596 - Stop Comparing Your Chapter 1 to Someone Else's Chapter 6 | Real Talk on Business & Balance
What does real success look like in the detailing industry? In this episode of the Detail Bookie Podcast, we sit down with Christy Vest, owner of Liquid Art Detailing, to have a powerful and honest conversation about business, life, and what it truly means to win. This isn’t just about...
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595 - The Detailing Upsell Nobody's Talking About
What separates a struggling detailer from a thriving business owner?In this episode of the Detail Bookie Podcast, we sit down with Tony Pando to break down the mindset, strategy, and real opportunities most detailers overlook.This conversation goes beyond detailing—it’s about thinking like a...
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594 - From Flex to Sonax: Chris Metcalf on Career Changes, Detail Fest & Pro Tips for Detailers
Industry veteran Chris Metcalf sits down with the Road to Detail Bookie podcast to talk about his big career move — leaving Flex after 17+ years to join Sonax USA. Chris opens up about why he made the switch, what drew him to Sonax's century-old legacy and German engineering, and what his new B2B...
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593 - Boat Detailing Is a Different Animal | Ken Mercer of Starke Yacht Care Explains Why
What really separates marine detailing from automotive detailing? In this episode of the RoadFS / Detail Bookie Podcast, we sit down with Ken Mercer, President of Stark Yacht Care to talk about the realities of the marine detailing industry, from heavy oxidation removal and rotary polishing to...
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592 - To PPF or PEEL? A new twist on auto protection by PeelClear
This week, we sit down with Paul Assuncao, owner of Owner’s Pride Canada, to explore the latest innovations in automotive protection. If you’re in the detailing industry and serious about growth, this is a conversation you need to hear.In this episode, we break down Peel Clear. Peel clear is a...
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591 - The Hidden Goldmine in Detailing: Motorcycle PPF
If you’re in the detailing industry—or even thinking about stepping into it—this conversation is one you cannot afford to miss.In this episode, we sit down with Russ Urmston, founder of Invisible Patterns, to unpack how he turned a niche idea into a global opportunity. From starting with just £12...
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590 - She Raised Her Prices 80%… And No One Complained
We’ve had some of the best boat detailers in the industry on the RoadFS/DetailBookie Podcast—and this week is no exception.Join us as we sit down with Angela Gilham, owner of Elite Marine Protection, who’s making serious waves in the marine detailing space.We’ll dive into:Her journey working on...
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589 - Detailing in Rio - A world of difference or the same
This week we drop in a detailing shop in Rio de Janiero to explore what's happening in the World of Detailing across the world.Paulo Asuncao and Felipe join us to talk about detailing, business, the IDA, and life in Brazil for a business owner.
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588 - KochChemie's Secret Formula Revealed at MVP Detail Supply
In this episode, we go behind the scenes of a professional detailing training and break down what separates average detailers from elite operators.From color-coded chemical systems to structured workflows and pricing strategies, this conversation reveals how detailers can work smarter, not...
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587 - He walked away from millions for this
What does it take to go from losing millions in real estate… to building a product that dominates an industry without spending a dollar on marketing?In this episode, we sit down with the founder of Solution Finish to break down the real story behind the product—how it started in a garage, the...
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586 - The Detailing Business That Actually Gave Me a Life Back
In this episode of the Road Detail Podcast, we sit down with Justin Walmsley, owner of Eco Shine Detailing and Detail Supply Depot, to break down what it really takes to build a successful detailing business—from starting with nothing to creating a business that provides true freedom.Justin…
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585 - Chris West on Staying Disciplined & Avoiding Industry Drama
In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Podcast, we sit down with Chris West — the founder of Solution Finish — to talk about building a boutique brand that’s stood the test of time.Chris shares the early days of launching his product, getting torn apart on social media, and learning quickly how to...
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584 - From Beauty Salon to Shop Floor: A PPF Success Story
n this episode of the RoadFS Detail Podcast, we sit down with Andy Duff and Isabel Duff of Studio 16, based on the west coast of Scotland.We met Andy and Isabel at Mobile Tech Expo, where Isabel took home Newcomer of the Year — and their story is one of growth, grind, and bold moves.From...
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583 - All good conversations start with "I was sitting in a bar when ... "
In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Podcast, we sit down with Dave Reed, founder of DRD Detailing in Cornwall, UK, and a leader within the International Detailing Association (IDA).Dave shares his journey from 30 years in corporate aviation to building a detailing business rooted in passion,...
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582 - Stop Leaving Money on the Table: Detailing Business Secrets from PDP
In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Podcast, we’re back in the studio with the PDP crew — Eric Polasky and Chris Livengood from Professional Detail Products (PDP).We cover everything from their legacy in the industry to what’s coming in 2026 — including new product launches, training...
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581 - Hardest Paint Yet? 5 Minutes to prove your skills - The Ultimate Polishing Competition
This episode dives deep into what’s becoming one of the most talked-about features at Mobile Tech Expo — the Paint Correction Competition. From hard paint and 5-minute time limits to pressure from a live crowd, we break down what makes this event different, why it’s growing every year, and what...
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580 - Keith Gillespie on Barjack Tools, Leadership & the Future of Detailing
In this episode of The RoadFS/DetailBookie Podcast, the hosts sit down with Keith Duplessie of Bar Jack Tools just one week before the Mobile Tech Expo (MTV) to talk tools, leadership, innovation, and the evolution of the detailing industry. Keith shares his journey from decades in the chemical…
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579 - Sydney Brae Gwinn on Joining Car Candy & What’s Next for Detailing in 2026
In this episode of The RoadFS / DetailBookie Podcast, the hosts sit down with Sydney Brae Gwinn to talk about her transition to Car Candy, the evolution of the detailing industry, and what’s ahead for 2026. Sydney shares candid insights on career alignment, building the right team, and why...
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578 - From the NHRA Race Track to the Detail Bay: Brian’s Road to Vision One
The first RoadFS Detail Memoirs Podcast episode of 2026 kicks off with a bang! 🎉 Hosts Rod and Jody sit down with Brian from Vision One Detail, a lifelong Texan whose career evolved from NHRA racing to running a state-of-the-art detailing and training facility in Tomball, Texas.Brian shares how...
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577 - Happy New Year! Inside the Next Big Thing in Auto Protectio ; Peel Clear, Paint Innovation, and PPF
In this special end-of-year episode of The RoadFS Detail Memoirs Podcast, hosts Rod and Jody sit down with Paulo of Owner’s Pride Canada, an international detailing trainer and 2024 Detailing Olympics medalist. They discuss the evolution of Owner’s Pride Canada, Paulo’s innovative training...
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576 - Owner's Pride - built out of the CHAOS of 2020 to dominant leader in 2026
Big things are happening in the detailing industry! This week on the RoadFS / DetailBookie Podcast, we’re excited to welcome Damon Gray, Owner of Owner’s Pride, for an exclusive conversation about what’s coming in 2026. In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Bookie Podcast, Jody and Rod sit down…
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575 - 25 Years of Mobile Tech Expo: How One Vision Built an Industry
In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Bookie Podcast, hosts Jody Sedrick and Rod Pusey sit down with Sheldon Kaye, the mastermind behind the Mobile Tech Expo (MTE), to celebrate its 25th anniversary. What started as a small gathering in a hallway in 2000 has evolved into one of the largest and…
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574 - Lessons from IGL Coatings: Leadership, Growth & Grit
Welcome back to another episode of the RoadFS DetailBookie Podcast, where we sit down with the industry’s top movers, shakers, and innovators!This week, Jody and Rod are joined by the dynamic duo — Mike Carlin and Dustin Jackson of IGL Coatings and Epic Garage. From buying an established brand to...
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573 - Detailers, Don’t Burn Out: How to Scale Smart and Stay Profitable
In this episode of the RoadFS DetailBookie Podcast, hosts Jody Sedrick and Rod Pusey sit down with Matt Cubano and Justin from VIP Surface Concepts in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. What began as door-to-door detailing has evolved into a thriving, climate-controlled shop serving automotive, marine, and...
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572 - From Cars to Countertops: The Future of Ceramic Coatings
The RoadFS DetailBookie Podcast welcomes Jeremy Harding, National Sales Manager of Nasiol USA, fresh off SEMA 2025.Jeremy sits down with Jody Sedrick and Rod Pusey to talk about where the ceramic coating industry is headed — from next-gen single-layer coatings to real-world use cases beyond...
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571 - Behind the Scenes: Paint Correction SMACK Down at Mobile Tech Expo
💥 Welcome to the ultimate detailing showdown! In this episode of the RoadFS DetailBookie Podcast, Jody and Rod sit down with Alex Russell from the Detail Solutions Podcast to dive deep into the event everyone’s talking about — the MTE Paint Correction Competition 🏆What started as a wild idea…
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570 - From Detailer to Brand Director: Josh Pierce’s New Chapter with Car Candy
Welcome back to another high-octane episode of the RoadFS Detail Boogie Podcast! 🎉This week, Rod and Jody sit down with one of our favorite people in the detailing industry — Josh Pierce, now officially the Brand Development Director at Car Candy! 🍭We dive into:👉 Josh’s exciting new role and...
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569 - You know the face… but do you know the brand? Inside the Rise of Liquid Elements North America
In this powerful episode of the RoadFS Detail Bookie Podcast, hosts Jody Sedrick and Rod Pusey catch up with industry legend Levi Gates — known to many as The Master of Shine. After an incredible 10-year run helping build The Rag Company into a global detailing brand, Levi opens up about his bold...
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568 - Limitations? Nah. Meet the Detailer Who Does It All with One Hand
In this inspiring episode of the RoadFS Detail Bookie Podcast, hosts Jody Sedrick and Rod Pusey sit down with Canadian detailer Carter Jones, founder of Handicapped and Hustlin’. Carter shares his incredible story of building a successful detailing business while living with cerebral palsy —...
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567 - Surviving the slow months. Tactical tips to drive business
In this powerful and hilarious episode of the RoadFS Podcast, hosts Jody and Rod sit down with detailing pros Rain Albertson and Rasheed Baker to talk about preparing detailing businesses for the winter slowdown—and end up diving deep into ego, collaboration, and community in the detailing...
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565 - How to Get Paid Faster: New CRM Payment Tools for Detailers
We are super excited to let you know that we've made MAJOR enhancements to DetailBookie's integration with SQAURE. Plus updates on RoadFS Payments with Paystri.In this episode of the RoadFS & DetailBookie Podcast, Jody and Rod dive into exciting new software updates and what they mean for...
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564 - Why Angel Wax Skips the Hype: Support, Training, Products That Work and Culture that connects
We sit down with Rick from Angel Wax to unpack the brand’s journey from a small shop in Holland to a global, family-style network across 35–40 countries (200+ U.S. installers). Rick shares how in-house R&D (yep, a real lab) drives constant iteration—think Genesis updates, Resurrection 2.0, new…
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Jody Sedrick and Rod Puzey of Zenware and RoadFS explore the movers and shakers of the automotive detailing industry. Every Thursday we interview detailers, members of the IDA, suppliers, vendors, and other detailing professionals that are impacting and driving the auto detailing industry. Do you have someone interesting in the Detailing World you'd like us to interview? Let us know and we'll get them on.Hosted by Jody Sedrick and Rod PuzeyThank for listening to The RoadFS Podcast is a production of Zenware and RoadFS
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