Exit on the Left

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Exit on the Left

Join me ( Kealy Cheyenne ) as I delve into my podcast and novel, "Exit on the Left," I highlight the joys, greed, ethics, and the complexities of the industry that built me. This series will provide a compelling look at my journey through my challenges and triumphs; but will also offer practical advice on how to navigate car purchases, understand the implications of credit, and decode misleading offers and advertisements.And although I have no doubt that my story might get under a few peoples skin, perhaps even burn a bridge or two. I stress I am not the protagonist of this tale; rather, I highlight my role with transparency and humility- at times recognizing that I was part of the problems I now aim to highlight. Listeners will gain a unique perspective on the automotive world, financial empowerment, and the importance of speaking out when it would have been so much easier to accept the way things have been for many years.

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    Exit on the left: Episode 22 - Bridges Burned

    In this episode of Exit on the Left, Kealy takes you inside her final two years of Moving Motors from record breaking months, team victories to hostile confrontations, unanswered complaint and what finally had her walk out the door. Its a raw look at what happens when loyalty and performance aren't enough to protect you from a toxic system. She learns to accept that sometimes leaving is the courageous choice, you never knew you needed to make.

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    Language of the Lot

    Every dealership has its own soundtrack: ringing phones, slamming doors, managers barking from the tower. But underneath it all is the unspoken language of the lot. From the “Be Back Bus” that never circles back, to the hat tricks, house mice, and lot lawyers that kept the circus spinning this is a taste of the slang that shaped the culture.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 21 - The Long Haul at Moving Motors

    Kealy Cheyenne returns to Moving Motors in 2016 with big hopes, sharper skills, and a plan to build something lasting. What follows is a slow-burning five year chapter of hard won growth, deep grief, and quiet resistance. From subprime finance grind to pandemic shutdown, this episode pulls back the curtain on dealership culture, gendered power dynamics, and the personal toll of staying too long in the name of loyalty.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 20 A Low Bar was Set

    In this episode Kealy talks about the last days she worked at Apex Motors, the shift and return to Moving Motors and how integrity matters. Especially, when other dealerships set the bar, so low... To read the government document referenced in this episode simply go to fcaa.gov.sk.ca/public/ to search for this and other dealerships in your area that have faced legal action.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 19 Mystery Cars to Apex Luxury

    After walking away from the Wakooma collapse, I thought I’d escaped the circus. Instead, I landed in a small-town dealership where contracts had missing pages, odometers had “creative” numbers, and the bill of sale had an evil twin. From there, it was on to Apex Luxury Centre… and a reunion with Turbo, the fast-talking, human hummingbird from the Supersale team at Wakooma.

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    Buyer Mode: Activated

    In this episode, Kealy flips the script and shops for a new ride—with no patience for pressure tactics or dealership drama. From hybrid vs gas to red flags and finance sanity, this is a step-by-step look at what smart car shopping looks like in 2025.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 18 The Cost of the Party

    After I was assaulted at the dealership, I cut my hair and rebuilt myself from the ground up.This episode dives into the chaos of Wakooma’s Christmas party, where I flipped an $800 bill to protect my position—and the fallout that followed. A boss on the run. A business unraveling. And me? I got out just in time.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 17 - Follow the Fallout

    Content Disclaimer: This episode of Exit on the left is not suitable for all listeners. It is about a lot more then I planned on saying but it is in fact my tale to tell and I think it is important that I note this won't be the last episode that is uncomfortable.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 16 - The Super Sale Spiral; Nothing good after midnight.

    In this episode of Exit on the Left, Kealy shares the story of the first "obligatory" supersale after the takeover—when the chaos wasn’t just temporary, it became the business model.This isn’t just about selling cars.It’s about addiction, power, gender dynamics, and the slow erosion of what you’ll tolerate just to survive.Kealy talks openly about the collision of two dysfunctional crews, the night things went too far, and what happens when you stay silent because you don’t know where else you’ll go.This is the story of what happens after midnight—when the floor clears, but the consequences stick around.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 15 - Wakooma LTD. Clearing the Floor

    The sale was supposed to end, but the chaos stayed behind.In this chapter, I walk you into the moment the crew decided they weren’t leaving—and how that decision rewired everything. From dollar-trade side deals to coke in the washroom and orange dry-cleaned wardrobes, Wakoōma Ltd wasn’t just shifting... it was slipping.I wasn’t above it. I wasn’t clean. I was just sober—watching, documenting, and surviving.This episode isn’t about villains and heroes. It’s about the blurry middle ground we all walk when we want to belong but need to eat. When silence becomes a skill. And when surviving feels a hell of a lot like complicity.

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    On the road with an old car sales pal

    Recorded on the move — literally. Kealy reconnects with a longtime friend from her early car sales days as they hit the road together, working side by side once again — but this time as two business owners. They talk shop, share old war stories, and reflect on everything the auto industry taught them (and what they had to unlearn). Raw, real, and straight from the front seat.Proof you can talk shop, run a business, and parallel park — all at once.We used to sell cars — now we drive the damn narrative.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 14 - Wakooma LTD and Vehicle Volume Collide...

    In this episode of Exit on the Left Kealy Cheyenne takes us into the of the storm at Wakooma Ltd, where a high-volume third-party sales crew turns the dealership into a pressure cooker. With her manager missing in action and strangers invading the lot Kealy is forced into a finance role with zero training no back...and no room for failure.

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    Profit vs. Purpose

    Kealy pulls back the curtain on dealership ads targeting Indigenous buyers with familiar language—but without Indigenous ownership.This episode breaks down what’s being marketed, what’s actually behind it, and what real Indigenous-led finance looks like.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 13 - Wakooma Ltd. The Dealership that didn't feel like one

    In this episode, Kealy leaves behind the comfort - and limits- of a dealership where she'd earned her stripes, to help an old friend build something from scratch on the outskirts of the city. Just a gravel lot and a highway at the city's edge.

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    Behind the Wheel: What Car Buyers Need to Know

    Learn how to prep like a pro, avoid common mistakes, and feel confident from test drive to finance office. Whether you’ve got perfect credit or you’re rebuilding, this one’s for you.🚘 Smart buyers start here. Let’s go.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 12 - Fancy Pants, False Starts & Phone Calls That Rattled the Hut

    Kealy recounts her first days at “Moving Motors”—showing up overdressed, stalling out on Circle Drive, and earning her place on the gravel lot. From learning to drive standard the hard way to closing her first Saturday hat trick, this episode dives into the gritty, hilarious, and humbling start of a long to her ongoing journey in the car business. Spoiler: the used car hut has better stories.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 11 - Starting over, Sobriety and a Bold Re-Entry

    After a year away from the automotive world dealing with personal challenges, Kealy shares her journey of sobriety, self-discovery, and bold decisions. From confronting outdated workplace attitudes to spontaneously walking into a dealership and securing a job, this episode highlights courage, authenticity, and standing firm in one's values. Tune in to hear how rock bottom can spark transformative new beginnings.

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    Click. Submit. Regret.

    Online car loan ads promise easy approvals—but what they’re really doing is selling your name to the highest bidder. Here's what to know before you hit submit.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 10 - The Detour to Prince Albert: Finance Dreams & 13th Street

    A promised finance role leads to a five-bedroom party house and six months of hard lessons about dealership politics and personal detours.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 9 - The Crew That Burned Bright and Burned me.

    In 2008, the economy was recovering, but the car business was still a battlefield. In this episode, I take you inside a three-week storm—where traveling sales crews promised quick deals, quick wins, and left destruction in their wake. It’s the story of betrayal, temptation, a reckless decision, and the brutal moment when I realized I wasn’t part of anyone’s plan but my own. Some lessons don't come cheap. Some scars never fully fade. Welcome to Exit on the Left.

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    Approved, but at what cost?

    From Beacon scores and debt service ratios to balloon loans and subprime traps. With raw honesty and real stories from her own experience in the car business, she breaks down the difference between getting financed and getting fleeced. You’ll hear about her first credit-building move, the one-star review that stung, and the mentor who taught her how to mix integrity with professionalism. This is the episode every buyer—and every up-and-coming finance manager—needs to hear.Next week: the super sale crews hit the prairies, and things get shady fast.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 8 - Shifting Gears

    In 'Shifting Gears,' Kealy Cheyenne dives into the transformative period following Drew's dramatic departure from Vroom Vroom Auto Sales. Listen as she shares personal reflections on navigating workplace uncertainty, embracing compassionate leadership under Bastien, and rediscovering genuine connections within her team. Amidst this positive shift, she also candidly hints at underlying personal struggles, adding depth to her journey. Join Kealy as she reveals how embracing change can lead to clarity, growth, and unexpected camaraderie.

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    Timeshares, tactics and testdrives.

    What happen when a luxury vacation club uses the same strategies as a car dealership.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 7 - Crisis; Global and Personal

    Market Crash, Career Burn: My 2008 Wake-Up Call

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 6 - Double Deals

    What happens when you mix a blow-up doll, Christmas shopping with too much money (and too many shots), and a dealership running double finance deals? A chaotic mess of pranks, reckless spending, and the moment I realized how deep the car business could go.In this episode, I break down the Jenna Jameson birthday prank gone wrong, how my impulsive holiday generosity led to some questionable decisions, and the early days of double deals—where customers unknowingly ended up on the hook for two car loans instead of one.

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    Car Talk: Demystifying the Jargon

    Unravel the Mystery of Car Talk: Decode the Dealer SpeakDive into the world of car sales with Kealy Cheyenne in this illuminating episode. Whether you're a first-time buyer, a seasoned negotiator, or just curious about what goes on off the showroom floor, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the cryptic language of car dealerships.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 5 - Wreckage of Youth

    This episode of "Exit on the Left" exposes the hidden struggles within the automotive industry through the lens of youth, access to quick money, and the perils of substance abuse. It recounts the story of a young Kealy, whose early career successes in car sales were overshadowed by the fast life that these earnings enabled—The narrative delves into how the industry can foster dependency on both the job and the validation it brings.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 4 - Blurred Lines and Breaking Points

    In the episode Kealy delves into the murky ethical boundaries encountered in the auto industry. The episode examines how sales tactics can often toe the line between persuasive and manipulative, with personal anecdotes illustrating the pressure to prioritize profit over transparency. Kealy discusses their own moments of conflict, where the drive for success clashed with their moral compass, and shares insights from industry insiders on the common practices that may mislead customers. This exploration aims to shed light on the need for ethical reforms within the car sales environment, highlighting the importance of honesty and integrity in building trust with customers.

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    Exit on the Left Episode 3 - Talk the talk & Walk the Lot

    In this episode of Exit on the Left, Kealy takes you down the road of the first step to a sale - the art of the Meet and Greet. From memorizing word tracks to mastering the lot walk, she shares how most anticipate their first greeting on the lot to go and how she was trained. Also introducing us to some of our earlier characters. *Names, places and other details may have been changed for legal and discretionary purposes.*

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 2 -The Starting Line: Life on the Lot

    In this episode of "Exit on the Left," Kealy Cheyenne shares her first day at a car dealership. She and her new colleagues tackle the basic yet essential tasks of setting up the dealership and preparing for the challenges ahead.

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    -Your Questions Answered-

    Before we jump into the next episode lets take a moment to chat. Raw and unfiltered.

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    Exit on the Left: Episode 1 - Feature Advantage Benefit

    First steps towards entering the automotive industry, and the hiring process at the first dealership that Kealy was employed at.

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    Exit on the Left: Introduction - C.Y.A.

    Introduction and disclaimer to the audio podcast and soon to be released novel of the same name: Exit on the Left. Written and Narrated by Kealy Cheyenne Heeg.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Join me ( Kealy Cheyenne ) as I delve into my podcast and novel, "Exit on the Left," I highlight the joys, greed, ethics, and the complexities of the industry that built me. This series will provide a compelling look at my journey through my challenges and triumphs; but will also offer practical advice on how to navigate car purchases, understand the implications of credit, and decode misleading offers and advertisements.And although I have no doubt that my story might get under a few peoples skin, perhaps even burn a bridge or two. I stress I am not the protagonist of this tale; rather, I highlight my role with transparency and humility- at times recognizing that I was part of the problems I now aim to highlight. Listeners will gain a unique perspective on the automotive world, financial empowerment, and the importance of speaking out when it would have been so much easier to accept the way things have been for many years.

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Kealy Cheyenne

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