All Episodes
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Ford Tech J Cole (TikTok) Says Flat Rate MUST Change
In this episode, Jeff welcomes Ford Tech J Cole to the show to talk social media influence and the changing auto repair industry. Both Jeff and J Cole have a love-hate...
Flat Rate is Killing Teamwork in Auto Repair! (Mike Pereira)
In this episode, Jeff and fellow Canadian shop owner Mike Pereira discuss industry challenges, such as the flat-rate pay system at dealerships, emphasizing how it disc...
Life As A Mechanic | Paul Danner, Check Engine Chuck, and Keith Perkins
Today, Jeff sits down at Tools 2025 with Paul Danner (ScannerDanner), Keith Perkins, and Check Engine Chuck. Paul shares updates on the SD Charities initiative and hig...
Donald Tyrone on Industry Burnout Work Culture
In this episode, Jeff talks with Donald Tyrone to discuss burnout in the auto repair industry. Donald shares his experiences working for a large rental fleet in Savann...
Fluffy Mexicanik Talks Flat Rate Pay and His Popularity on Social Media
In this episode, Jeff and Fluffy Mexicanik talk through their ups and downs in their automotive repair careers. They both get pretty raw about dealership life, touchin...
Liz Tait Gets Real About Dealership Drama
In this episode, Jeff Compton sits down with Liz Tate, partner at Level 5 Drive, an ADAS calibration company in southern Ontario. Liz discusses her unconventional path...
Why Shop Culture Should Matter More Than Money for Technicians | Lisa and Joelle from Promotive
In this episode, Jeff is joined by Lisa Coyle and Joelle Pollak from Promotive! Lisa emphasizes the importance of choosing a workplace based on people and culture, not...
Tom Schearer - TOOLS, Training, and Team Development
In this episode, Jeff is joined by Tom Schearer of Schearer Sales and Service. Tom talks about the complexities of used car sales, emphasizing the importance of honest...
Lucas Underwood Gets Real About Leadership, Life, and Money
In this episode, Jeff Compton and Lucas Underwood get real about the realities of shop ownership and the repair industry. Lucas harps on why you need to build better s...
Why Training and Networking Matter in Auto Repair | Bret Fadely
In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by Brett T. Fadley to discuss the upcoming TOOLS training event in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Brett shares how TOOLS got started ...
Ben Dellaria From 3T's Automotive on YouTube | What's It Like Being a Mobile Mechanic?
In this episode, Jeff chats with Ben Dellaria from the Three T's Automotive YouTube Channel. Ben reflects on his journey from working at dealerships and independent sh...
Joshua Taylor Says The Repair Industry Has a Leadership and Accountability Problem
In this episode, Jeff is joined by Joshua Taylor. Joshua says accountability is important for both technicians and management to have a successful business. He and Jef...
Keith Perkins Gets Mad Daily At How Shops Are Ran
Today, Jeff is joined by Keith Perkins from L1 Training and Diagnostics. Keith gets fired up about investing in your own skills and tools to succeed in the automotive ...
Challenges vs Rewards in Mobile Diagnostics | Sean Tipping
In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by fellow podcaster Sean Tipping. Sean talks about his journey in the automotive industry and how he got to where he is today. ...
Remember Monster Garage? Tom of Big Dog Custom Diesel Says That Show Changed His Life
In this episode of The Jaded Mechanic, Jeff Compton chats with Tom from Big Dog Custom Diesel. Tom remembers his appearance on Monster Garage and how that kickstarted ...
Zach Cypert | Why Does Everyone Get So Upset Online?
In this episode of The Jaded Mechanic podcast, Jeff Compton is joined by Zach Cypert from L1 Diagnostics. Today, he and Jeff talk about the outrageous things people sa...
Drac From TikTok (Eric Pierce) | Stories and Struggles
In this episode, Jeff welcomes Eric Pierce AKA Drac from TikTok. Eric shares his journey through the dealership, highlighting his challenges with management and the la...
Is the Future Scary Or Exciting? | Mickey Leech with Schumacher Electric
Mickey Leech is the CEO of Schumacher Electric. Today, he and Jeff talk about the EV battery charging market, other industry technological advancements, and how to gro...
If You Feel Handcuffed To Your Job, Murray Voth Is Here To Help
In this episode, Murray Voth from RPM Training chats with Jeff. Murray starts with what he called "emotional discounting" at repair shops, and how the industry needs t...
Lester Kovacs from Dorman Products | The Repair Industry Needs Better Communication
Lester Kovacs is from Dorman Products. Today, he and Jeff discuss the challenges faced by Dorman in obtaining feedback from technicians about defective parts and why t...
Big Iron Doctor from TikTok Talks About Issues in the Heavy Equipment Industry
Today's guest is Josiah Meiring, the Big Iron Doctor on TikTok. Josiah talks about the issues in the heavy equipment servicing industry, particularly how technicians a...
Mike Allen Says Ethics Need to Improve in Auto Repair
Mike Allen owns Carfix Auto Repair and Tires in Raleigh, NC. He's also the President of the Automotive Service and Tire Alliance of North Carolina. He just started a p...
Mark Elliot from TikTok on Good Diagnostic Techniques
Mark Elliot, a TikTok creator, joins Jeff Compton today. Mark discusses the importance of smaller, focused training sessions for effective learning, sharing his recent...
Tonnika Haynes talks Family, Business, and Auto Repair
Jeff Compton is joined by Tonnika Haynes, owner of Brown's Automotive in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Tonnika talks about growing up in the family business and what it...
Is AI and New Technology Good for Auto Repair? Sunil Patel and Kieran O'Brien
Sunil Patel is the founder of Tekmetric and Kieran O'Brien is the co-founder of Shop GenieIn today's episode, Kieran emphasizes training service advisors to improve sa...
Becky Witt Talks Technicians and Customer Communication
Jeff Compton is joined by Becky Witt, who shares her experiences and strategies for running a successful auto repair shop. Becky discusses the critical importance of h...
Charles "The Humble Mechanic" on YouTube Success and Helping the Next Generation of Techs
Jeff Compton is joined by Charles, known as the "Humble Mechanic." Charles talks about his journey of content creation on YouTube, beginning with simple iPhone videos ...
Young Techs Need to Listen to THIS! Andrew Gonyou’s Journey and Thoughts
In this episode, Jeff Compton is joined by Andrew Gonyou to talk about the significance of collaboration over competition within the auto repair industry. Jeff reflect...
Bonus Episode!! Jeff's Take on DIYers vs Professional Technicians
In today's BOBUS episode, Jeff flies solo to talk about the frustrations and challenges professional mechanics encounter when dealing with DIY enthusiasts. After recor...
How to Deal with Self-Doubt in the Auto Repair Industry with George Wilkins and Lucas Underwood
Jeff Compton, George Wilkins, and Lucas Underwood discuss the importance of addressing negative behaviors early to prevent severe consequences in adulthood. Jeff vocal...