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37 episodes of Talkin' Paint, the podcast for detail, PPF, ceramic coating and window tint shop owners. Tap play and it keeps playing while you browse, or open an episode for show notes and the transcript.

Season 3

  1. Keep It Simple: Show Up, Execute, Repeat Episode 36 · 38 min · Sep 26, 2026

    I sat down with Houston from Shield by Design and he walked me through how he went from wrapping cars as an installer to running a real shop, and why honesty and ownership are what built his…

  2. The Customer Bought The Car For A Feeling: Sell That Instead Episode 35 · 17 min · May 27, 2026

    When a customer tells you the price is too high, they're not saying your work isn't worth it. They're saying they can't picture what they're getting for that money. Their brain is doing math with…

  3. This is Where PPF & Detail Shops Go To DIE Episode 34 · 27 min · Apr 1, 2026

    Most detailing shops at 30 to 50K a month are not stuck because of a lead problem . They are stuck because the owner is doing six jobs at once with no process underneath any of them. In this episode,…

  4. The Evolution of Detailing: From Experience to Innovation Episode 33 · 1 hr 10 min · Jan 17, 2026

    In this episode of the Talkin’ Paint podcast I sit down with Jeremy Harding from Nasiol USA to talk about what really matters when you choose a coating brand for your shop. We walk through his thirty…

  5. The Answer Is Boring and That Is Why You Won't Do It Episode 32 · 39 min · Dec 8, 2025

    In this episode, Tyler and I talk about the real costs of inaction in your detailing business. We break down why staying stagnant is expensive and how simple systems like time blocking for follow up…

  6. Why Detailers Keep Losing Customers & Why Exceptional Work is Not Enough In Auto Detailing & Auto Film Episode 31 · 18 min · Oct 14, 2025

    In this episode, I break down the biggest misconception in the detailing industry: the difference between being good at the work and actually building a brand. Most shop owners think that doing…

  7. When customers say "Go F**K Yourself" Episode 30 · 23 min · Jul 28, 2025

    The episode of Talkin' Paint Podcast, I share a raw account of firing a customer who crossed the line from frustrated to abusive. I break down exactly what went wrong when dealing with difficult…

  8. Zero to $100k a Month Episode 29 · 52 min · May 5, 2025

    This episode I'm joined by Jeff Joiner from Auto Luxe Florida shares his journey from luxury car sales to building a successful auto detailing business from scratch. In just one year, Detailing…

  9. How to Document Systems in Your Detailing Business: Work Less While Growing More Episode 28 · 15 min · Apr 22, 2025

    The episode of Talkin' Paint Podcast, Gabe Fletcher discusses how documenting business systems transformed his detailing shop from chaos to consistency. He explains why putting processes on paper is…

  10. In Detailing the Grind Is Not Optional. This Is the Truths That No One Tells You About Growth Episode 27 · 40 min · Apr 15, 2025

    The episode of Talkin' Paint Podcast, Gabe Fletcher is joined by his operations partner Tyler Lordi to discuss the essential mindset needed for business growth in challenging times. They dive into…

  11. Kill Perfectionism In Your Detailing Business - Build A Business You Actually Love Episode 26 · 24 min · Feb 22, 2025

    On this episode of the Talkin' Paint Podcast, I talk about preventing burnout and building a sustainable detailing business. I explore how detailers often chase others' versions of success rather…

  12. How To Dominate Sales in 2025 In Your Auto Detail, PPF, Ceramic Coating & Window Tint Business Episode 25 · 35 min · Jan 21, 2025

    On this Episode of Talkin' Paint, I explore common misconceptions about sales within the detailing auto film industry. I also go over strategies for building stronger client relationships. I discuss…

  13. The Future of Marketing: Show Your Work to Rank Higher on Google Episode 24 · 18 min · Nov 25, 2024

    Gabe Fletcher discusses the recent Google Core Update and its implications for automotive businesses. He emphasizes the importance of demonstrating expertise through content creation, focusing on…

  14. The Compounding Effect of Marketing: Building a Solid Foundation for Growth Episode 23 · 36 min · Aug 8, 2024

    The Talk Paint Podcast, hosts Gabe and Tyler Lori discuss the challenges businesses face in the evolving market landscape of 2024. They emphasize the importance of running lean operations, managing…

  15. There's Levels To This Episode 22 · 12 min · Jul 15, 2024

    I'm going to talk about the different tiers of Paint Protection Film (PPF) shops. I breaks down the journey from a Level 0 shop just starting out to a Level 5 protective-only business, highlighting…

Season 2

  1. Honesty Scales & Fake Fails - Growing On Integrity Episode 20 · 24 min · Jun 29, 2024

    How does trust function as a business asset? I'm going to break down the link between consistent actions and strong customer relationships and how it works inside of your auto detailing and PPF…

  2. $2.2 Million A Year of PPF, Window Tint, Vinyl & Ceramic Coatings in VEGAS! Episode 19 · 1 hr 1 min · May 3, 2024

    Get ready to be inspired by Miguel Peralta's journey of turning Purple Flare Wraps into a $2.2 million a year powerhouse in Vegas! The biggest challenge of all being that Vegas is The Highest Caliber…

  3. How Do You Get $400k month of PPF & Coatings? w/ Joe Torbati of OC Detailing Episode 18 · 1 hr 4 min · Mar 12, 2024

    In this episode of the Talking Paint podcast, host Gabe welcomes Joe Torbati, the founder of California-based OC Detailing, to discuss the evolution and insights of the auto detailing industry,…

  4. How We Charge More For PPF - Guest w/ Robert Winters Phenomenal Detailing, NC Episode 17 · 32 min · Feb 23, 2024

    On todays episode of Talkin' Paint - Gabe hosts Robert Winters of Ceramic Pro Raleigh where they discuss Robert's moves in building a successful detailing business. Robert shares that he started…

Early episodes

  1. Overcoming The Obsession With Competition Episode 16 · 17 min · Jan 26, 2024

    In this episode of the Talkin' Paint podcast, host Gabe Fletcher talks about the counterproductive habit of obsessing over competition in the detailing and paint protection industry. He emphasizes…

  2. Detailers Dilemma: Balancing Passion, Perfection, and Mental Well-being Episode 15 · 22 min · Dec 25, 2023

    Gabe wraps up season one of 'Talking Paint' by discussing the psychological and emotional aspects of a detailer's pursuit for perfection, referring to it as the 'detailer's dilemma'. He explores the…

  3. Bad Hires Are Your Fault Episode 14 · 1 hr 0 min · Dec 17, 2023

    This podcast episode centers on the critical theme of hiring based on character rather than simply on technical skills, emphasizing the importance of building a cohesive team that can contribute to a…

  4. Erik Devash - TintWiz 33 min · Dec 10, 2023

    The Importance of Business Management Software in the Auto Detailing Industry: Interview with Erik Devash from TintWiz. In this episode, Gabe from Detailing Growth converses with Erik Devash from…

  5. Just Let It Go 14 min · Dec 8, 2023

    In this episode of the Talkin Paint Podcast, Gabe from Detailing Growth discusses the importance of letting go and delegating tasks in order to achieve business scalability. Micromanagement is…

  6. Google Reviews Matter More Than You Think 14 min · Nov 27, 2023

    Gabe Fletcher from Detailing Growth discusses the often overlooked importance of Google reviews in driving business growth. He provides insights about how Google reviews build trust and authority,…

  7. Where is the other 66% of the business? - Kolewe Customs 19 min · Nov 13, 2023

    SEMA 2023 Exclusive Interview with Justin Kolewe of Kolewe Customs In this episode, Gabe from Detailing Growth The Talkin' Paint Podcast catches up with Justin Kolewe at SEMA 2023. Justin shares his…

  8. Your Follow Up Sucks 14 min · Sep 7, 2023

    In the latest episode of the Talkin' Paint Podcast, Gabe and Tyler shed light on the widespread issue of inadequate follow-up that shops deal with, discussing real experiences and offering insight…

  9. How To Spot A Bad Agency - There are TONS of them out there 14 min · Sep 5, 2023

    In this episode of Detailing Growth, host Gabe dives deep into the world of marketing agencies, arming listeners with the knowledge to spot bad practices and make informed choices. From DM scams to…

  10. Social Media Is A REQUIREMENT 13 min · Aug 24, 2023

    Join Gabe Fletcher from Detailing Growth in episode seven of the Talking Paint podcast as he dives deep into the significance of a consistent social media presence for businesses. Discover why merely…

  11. MiniCast #1 - The Hand Off 6 min · Aug 23, 2023

    Join Gabe from Detailing Growth as he dives into a crucial aspect of business growth: the phone conversation. Extracted from a valuable Zoom call with a client, this minicast sheds light on the…

  12. The CVP Is Why You Are Losing 12 min · Aug 9, 2023

    In this episode, I'm talking about the customer value proposition and why it's so important for businesses to have a clear understanding of why their customers choose them over their competitors. If…

  13. You Suck @ Selling 6 min · Apr 22, 2023

    Stop sucking with sales and focus more on relationships.

  14. Creating an Unmatched Customer Experience 9 min · Jan 18, 2023

    Everything you do has an impact on your business including how you shape your business around your client experience.

  15. Getting Started in PPF 15 min · Dec 6, 2022

    Getting started in PPF can be difficult - I am going to try and simplify this for you. It's not a complete road map, but you get the idea. Visit our website at My IG: Follow Me on Instagram Tok:…

  16. Selling On Price Is Stupid 7 min · Nov 9, 2022

    In this episode, I discuss why selling on price isn't something that you should be doing in your business. Visit our website at My IG: Follow Me on Instagram Tok: Follow our shop on Youtube Visit our…

  17. Standard Operating Procedures (PILOT) 14 min · Oct 26, 2022

    In this episode, I discuss why having SOPs in your business is extremely important. SOPs are a way to safeguard yourself from bleeding labor costs, lost products, employee workman compensation…

  18. TALKIN' PAINT PODCAST - Introductory Trailer 2 min · Oct 20, 2022

    The Talkin' Paint Podcast is here to help business owners in the auto detailing auto film space to upgrade their business and their mindset. You'll hear from industry professionals, content creators,…

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