The Detail Solutions Podcast

WOYM: MTE Aftermath

February 03, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

Well MTE was a smashing success and we brought some of our friends on to get their take on the show. Ian Rammelkamp from Autofiber gives his views on the show being a returning vendor. Steve Persia and Todd Rutovich from SystemX tell us what it was like attending MTE as a new vendor. Sheldon Kaye from Convexx who puts on MTE gives us some insight into the behind the scenes info and what's to come with MTE. Thad Sullivan lets us know as a first time attendee what it was like and did it meet ...

Rick Van Der Lee gets Covid????

January 30, 2022 23:00 - 45 minutes - 42.4 MB

Impromptu interview with Rick Van Der Lee, product and training manager for Angelwax. Italk with Rick on how he got his start in detailing and how he linked up with Angelwax. Rick tells me how his first MTE went and if he got Covid or not. Then we talked a little bit about F1. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: MTE Tailgate Facebook live

January 27, 2022 14:30 - 1 hour - 74.8 MB

Jason Bruno and I go Live on The Detail Solutions Podcast discussion group page to chat about MTE. We had some listeners pop in with questions and comments and Walt Sanders even joined us on zoom towards the end to talk about his thoughts for MTE. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

B Shiny with Bryan Raby

January 23, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MB

Bryan Raby of B Shiny Detailing joins me this week to discuss what it's like starting a new business in an already established location. We also talk about meeting the customer's needs even if it goes against every fiber of your detailer being. Bryan also talks about what type of pics you might see on his OnlyFans, spoiler alert it's feet pics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: Jason Rose and Alan Medcraf

January 20, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MB

Jason Rose and Alan Medcraf Talk about doing trainings together and how they learn from their students. We also touch on the IDA and what new things Alan plans to tackle as the new IDA President. Then we go Details After Dark when a sleep deprived Alan talks about personal grooming. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: How influential can Airplane detailing be for your business?

January 16, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 90.8 MB

Tony Kiger and Mike Cardenas worked together doing a full correction and coating on a plane and they join me to discuss what it was like. Can plane detailing be an influence on your business? What type of safety measures need to be in place when detailing planes? Mike also describes what exactly went into the logistics of planning out a big project like detailing a plane. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: Does it really matter what chemicals make up your favorite products w/John Perdue

January 13, 2022 13:00 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MB

John Perdue joins us this week to discuss if the chemicals in your favorite products really matter. Do expensive products have better quality chemicals than their budget friendly counterparts? When should you worry about quality in products versus watching a budget? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

From the car wash to the small screen with Mike Cardenas

January 09, 2022 23:00 - 2 hours - 131 MB

I talked with Mike Cardenas this week and learned we have a lot in common, we both started at the car wash before making our move to detailing and we both love 80's hair bands. Mike also talks about what it was like being on Mike Phillips Competition Ready show and talking to Ken Block and having no clue who he was. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: Do industry awards really benefit the winner?

January 06, 2022 13:13 - 56 minutes - 52.3 MB

Jason Bruno and I talked with Shane Mayfield from Perfection Plus Auto Salon about how his IDA Detail shop of the year award positively affected his business. We wanted to know the pros and cons (if any) of winning an industry award had on the winner. We also talked about how Shane got involved with the Air Force One project and how that's been a big recognition for his business. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: End of Year review Facebook Live

December 30, 2021 21:40 - 1 hour - 77.4 MB

It's the end of the year so Jason Bruno and I went Live on The Detail Solutions podcast discussion facebook group, to talk about our favorite episodes from the past year. It was nice to have everyone who joined the Live chat and give us their comments on which episodes were their favs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Fun with Fermani: Raise your prices

December 28, 2021 13:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

David Fermani has been saying it for a while now, Raise Your Prices! Every other industry, business, product you name it is more expensive than ever before, yet detailers are still charging bottom tier pricing. The dollar store isn't even a dollar any more why can't detailers follow suit and charge more? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: Mental Health

December 23, 2021 11:57 - 1 hour - 79.5 MB

How do you cope with depression, stress or anxiety? I get it running a business is HARD, but as they say if it were easy everyone would do it. on this episode we talked with Manny Cruzado who's only been in business for 8 mos and going through the trials of being a startup. We also were lucky enough to have Michael Hine and his wife Kinga who is a mental health and grief consoler. During the holidays/end of the year it's a tough time for a lot of us and this is when depression usually sets...

WOYM: Crazy coating claims

December 21, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 72.7 MB

Are ceramic coating companies/reps getting bold with their claims and or posts? So many "companies" making outlandish claims about their coatings or taking shots at other brands or installers just for "clicks" and "views". John Perdue with Modesta joined me to discuss what it's like in the wild, wild west of the detailing industry with ceramic coatings. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Sheldon Kaye/MTE and Paint Assassin awards

December 16, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 72.3 MB

Sheldon comes on to give us a little update on MTE and how amazing it's going to be. Then I talk with Jason about the Paint Assassin awards. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Uprooted with Mike Dynarski

December 12, 2021 23:00 - 59 minutes - 55 MB

Mike Dynarski has had to change his detail business because of his wife's career and is on the verge of doing all over again. He explains to me what it's like having to start his detailing business all over again in a different state. Mike tells why it was important for him to start a Facebook group for networking and how you can try and get in with a local performance shop. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: Graphene Standardization Certificates w/ Markus Parsley

December 09, 2021 12:49 - 1 hour - 69.8 MB

Markus Parsley from igl coatings joins us to explain the new graphene certification and what does it mean for ceramic coatings. We also get Markus's story and why he was a perfect fit for igl coatings USA. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Jason Rose: Make your dreams a reality.

December 05, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 87.4 MB

You've asked and I've finally listened. Jason Rose joins me to discuss all things detailing, from how he got his start to how he willed his way into a job at Meguiars and his time now with Rupes. Jason also discusses being a part of the team that developed some of the most used products at Meguiars. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: Stay in your own lane.

December 02, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 78.3 MB

Jason wanted to discuss how detailers pay attention to other detailers or businesses in the industry, whether it's a positive negative way of paying attention. Why do detailers get caught up in the drama BS that most of the time doesn't even concern them? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: Stop detailing for other detailers!

November 28, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 60 MB

I made a post about a vehicle I did for a great client and posted it in 2 Facebook detail groups. One group knew what I was doing and for the most everyone had a good ol' laugh. In the other group where people don't really know me, these detailers lost their damn minds. Listen to the episode to hear the story, but the if you take anything away from this episode I hope it's to STOP DETAILING FOR OTHER DETAILERS!! Also I want to thank Tuscarora Dave aka David Reigle for jumping on and asking...

WOYM: Black Friday deals

November 25, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MB

Giancarlo Rengifo pops in to give us his take on why Black Friday deals can be very beneficial to detailers whether you're just starting out or want to fill some appointments. For everyone in the States hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving and to all our listeners around the world have a great day. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Foxy Knoxy tells all!

November 21, 2021 23:00 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MB

Eron Knox co-founder of Red's Detail Co. tells us how he and Wu started Red's. How he, Andy Ward and Jason Killmer deal with the headaches and struggles of running KXK Dynamics. Lastly we get a little taste of training with the man himself. Eron Knox is a great friend and I'm glad I could finally get him on the podcast for a serious sit down. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: UK vs US pt 2/the 100th episode

November 18, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

Happy 100th episode! Last week we did pt.1 of the UK vs US on the Speed6 podcast where Adam, Richard and Jake asked us questions about the differences between the UK and the US. If you haven't listened to it please go and listen to it first. Now it's our turn as Jason and myself took turns asking the guys from across the pond our questions on the differences between here and there. We had an absolute blast recording both episodes with Adam, Richard and Jake and if all goes well, this wo...

Kody Kimball is THE guy

November 07, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 70 MB

After talking with the face of Kimball's hands on detailing, I had to get the brains of the organization on and that is Kody Kimball. Kody used his business education to start a detailing business with his dad Joe and they have quickly grown into a very successful business in their town. Kody tells me him and his dad are kind of like Paul Sr and Jr from Orange County Choppers, except the don't smash doors they usually just throw bottles at each other. --- Support this podcast: https://p...

WOYM: SEMA; Did the industry get it wrong?

November 04, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

It's SEMA week and I had hoped to be there rubbing elbows with everyone and recording the podcast from the show. When a lot of the detail companies started pulling out it started a chain reaction with the detailers not going too. I cancelled my trip because I thought it would be dead and a waste of money. So we talked with Barry Theal from SB3 coatings and Tommy Davis from AngelWax to find out how SEMA was going? Looks like their gambled paid off as the show is a success and they each ar...

Josh Bains

October 31, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MB

Josh Bains stepped up when I was looking to fill a guest spot. He's not really a detailer but does Marine repairs and polishing which made his story a fun and different style episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: The future of detailing

October 28, 2021 11:55 - 1 hour - 108 MB

On last weeks Facebook live John Perdue posed the question "What do you think the future of our industry will look like in the next 10 years?" I thought that was a great question and so I wanted to bring on guys that've been around long enough to see how the industry has changed from 10 yrs ago, that they might have some input on where it could go. John Perdue, Brian Guy and David Fermani are all guys that have seen the boom in detailing the last 10 yrs and I felt would have some great insi...

Yvan Lacroix

October 24, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 77 MB

I had the pleasure of landing Yvan for the podcast kind of last minute. Yvan as many of you know has a long career in the detailing industry and has developed or helped develop a lot of the products we all use today. We had some technical difficulties being that Yvan travels by bus and sometimes Wi-Fi can be spotty. I tried to trim it the best i could but there might still be some spots. Please remember to like, share, and subscribe wherever you listen to the podcast so you can catch all...

WOYM: Facebook LIVE!

October 21, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 54.1 MB

With the creation of the new the Detail Solutions Podcast discussion group on facebook, Jason and I thought we'd have a little fun and take the podcast live. Michael Hine and Dave Fermani joined us to talk about the term "Master" detailer. We were able to have some interaction with those watching on facebook and this episode was a blast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

John Perdue: Uncensored

October 10, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

You either love him or hate him, but John Perdue is the guy in the industry telling it how it is. I gave John an open invitation to be himself and hopefully to learn something from him in the process. John reminds me a lot of Red Foreman as he calls everyone a "Dumbass", lol. John also tells us about Modesta and Aenso products. We also talk a little about his skateboard collection and why he collects boards. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsol...

WOYM: Doing more than needed/Peacocking

October 07, 2021 12:00 - 59 minutes - 55.3 MB

First things first i apologize for this episode for many reasons. It is not Jason Bruno and I's best or even 100th best episode but we had fun and that's all that matters. We started talking about detailers who try to hard or overthink themselves and it quickly spiraled from there. The ending is hilarious even with the edit so Jason isn't cancelled. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Fun with Fermani: Detailing Ego's

October 05, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MB

David and I talk about the massive ego's in the detailing industry and how everyone has one even if they say they don't. I spill the tea with a little Peanut Oil tip for removing compound and wax from plastic trim. Then we talk about the let down of many companies pulling out of conventions and how badly detailers want to network with their friends. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOTM: Reviews, Bullying and Spilling the Tea

September 30, 2021 12:00 - 56 minutes - 52.5 MB

This week Jason Bruno and I kick it old school with no guests just him and I. We discuss asking clients for 5 star reviews in return for free or discounted detail work. We also ask why is it "cool" to start a group to make fun of other detailers work? and finally we "Spill the Tea". --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Shawn Kosier

September 26, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

This week I talked with Shawn Kosier about going from building boats to detailing. We also talked about is charitable programs he and his wife do. How he got in with NexDiag paint gauges and how those work. Then we ended it talking about iRacing and how he's become a decent driver in the truck series. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

How to pick the right coating company?

September 16, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MB

Almost every day I read a post in any detail Facebook where a detailer is asking "What's the best coating" or "I'm looking for a new coating brand, What's the best?" I assembled a group of detailers that I feel have great knowledge on said question and had them explain or at least attempt to explain an answer. Tony Kiger has so much experience and knowledge of coatings. Jason Killmer probably understands paint better than anyone on the planet. David Fermani knows more about detailing than ...

WOYM: Does being certified make you a professional?

September 14, 2021 12:33 - 57 minutes - 53 MB

I asked the question What does it mean to be certified and does being certified define if you're a professional? What trainings and certifications make you a professional and does getting certified by a coating brand or the IDA make you a professional? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Eddy Fiuza

September 09, 2021 12:00 - 2 hours - 138 MB

Eddy Fiuza is a multiple Cavallino award winning restoration and preservation detailer. Eddy shares his story of starting out washing in developments to gradually moving on to cleaning cars for Cavallino to having award winning cars in the show. Eddy is a true restoration detailer when it comes to knowing the details of Ferrari's and how to make them era correct. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: Should you be scared to ask other detailers for help when detailing?

September 03, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 75 MB

Derrick Jones joins Bruno and I this week for this episode with a topic submitted by Rudi from Kaizen Detailing. We discuss the negative impact trolling has on detailers just starting out and even for guys and girls just having a rough day. We get sidetracked talking about hurricanes so there's that. Then Derrick who normally does the "tab out" question on the Pints and Polishing pub gives us his One Random Piece of Advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho...

Eye of the Kiger

August 29, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MB

This week Tony Kiger joins me on the podcast and we talk about his journey working in different shops around the U.S. He talks about going the step farther than most detailers to remove parts and detail areas rarely seen. Tony tells me about doing ppf solely now and what that's like. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Fun with Fermani: Detailing Myths

August 26, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MB

On this episode of Fun with Fermani, David runs through his 10 detailing Myths. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Sky's the Limit with Corey Carruth

August 22, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 75 MB

I've known Corey from Sky's the Limit for about 7yrs now and he's always been super helpful and luckily for me he's super close to my business. A few months back I asked Corey if he'd come on the podcast and he graciously accepted. Now we all finally get to meet the man behind CARPRO US and all the other fine products that Sky's the Limit carries. Corey also takes time to explain why he's so restrictive with coatings and why he's not like other coating distributors. --- Support this ...

WOYM: The Big 3 with Killmer, Fermani and Theal

August 18, 2021 12:00 - 2 hours - 135 MB

When you can get 3 of the biggest names in detailing together for a podcast you say yes! Jason Killmer asked if I would be interested in having him and and David and Barry on so I said let's go! We talked about all things detailing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Living that Miami Luxe life with William Lara

August 15, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MB

This week we head to the 305 and talk to William Luxe with Miami Luxe auto spa. William talks about training with Renny Doyle and becoming a Mafia member and what it was like to work on Air Force 1. We also talk about picking the right mentors and what it really means to be successful. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

It's the Nick and Tristan show

August 12, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

I reached out kind of last minute to Nick Chapman of Nick's custom detailing about jumping on the podcast with me. Nick said can i bring on Tristan, he's my guy and we can fill some time? So here's to our first ever double Q&A episode. Nick and Tristan talk GM paint, finishing cars for Pebble beach and what it was like to host Verge. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: Know when to hold'em, Know when to fold'em and Know when to walk away.

August 08, 2021 22:00 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MB

I had an issue with a client this week that led to me refunding their money. I knew no matter what I did the client wouldn't be satisfied so I folded my cards and walked away. Jason Bruno and Darvill Darren join me to discuss customer service situations and what is the right way to deal with them and what is the wrong way. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

WOYM: The ugly side of owning a detail business

August 05, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 70 MB

On this weeks episode of What's on your mind, Jason wanted to find out the ugliness of owning a business. Everyone always talks about how great they're doing even if they're not. So, we brought Stephen Trapp from Blue Star Auto Detailing back on to share his experiences in growing his business. We got a little heavy on employee hiring and retention, but that seems to be the hard part of running a business right now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deta...

Detailing History 101 with Todd Helme

August 01, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 93.7 MB

The man, the myth, the legend Todd Helme joins me on this episode and share some detail history. We also discuss the rights and wrongs of Rupes mods. Then Todd gives the lowdown on his favorites and why? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Fun with Fermani: High volume coatings

July 28, 2021 12:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

Dave Fermani asked the question could you compete with a $200 wash, decon and ceramic coating package? We dive into why most detailers should consider high volume coating jobs. If you want to grow your business this my be an episode for you to check out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

Jason Killmer, Take Two!

July 25, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MB

We had some technical difficulties with the first interview with Jason, meaning our audio tech forgot to hit the record button. Things happen for a reason though right? I feel this interview was the better of the two and had a little mistake not been made we wouldn't have this version. Jason is known all over the world as "The Sandman" and probably is if not the best one of the best people in the world for sanding paint. He is 1/3 of KXK Dynamics and has pretty much done it all. --- ...

WOYM: igl coatings spotlight with Joel LaPalme

July 22, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 91 MB

Jason and I get the chance to talk with Joel LaPalme from igl coatings North America and get the story on how he became President of igl distribution for N. America. Joel is a successful business man and give some tips along the conversation on what detailers can do to succeed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

The one, The only, Bernice

July 18, 2021 22:00 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MB

You guys asked for her and here she is, Bernice Berry finally on the podcast. Bernice endured some hardships early on in her life and was help to use detailing to help her get through them. Now she is one of the most respectable women in the industry and thriving with trainings and her very own product produced by igl coatings. Her only fault is she's a Knoxy fan. lol Just Kidding we all are. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detailsolutionspodcast/support

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