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Inside the IDA: A Podcast for Auto Detailers

International Detailing Association
Detailing Industry
IDA
International Detailing Association
Auto Detailing
Liquid Elements
Polish & Punish Detail Academy
Paint Protection Film
Ceramic Coatings
Business Leadership / Operations
The Rag Company
Nashville, United States
Las Vegas, United States
IDA (international Detailers Association)
Urable
Detail Hub Car Care Products
Nasiol
Chris Bence
Auto Detailing Industry
My Detail Supply
Ultimate Touch Autocare

Join us for real stories from auto detailers in the industry that will walk through trials and triumphs in a way to inspire and connect with others in the industry. We have 4 hosts: Keith Duplessie, Barry Theal, David Patterson and Alan Medcraf.

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Latest Episodes

Host Keith Duplessie sits down with Austin Toner, owner of ACT Customs in Howard City, Michigan

Austin believes in solving problems with education and quality.

Host Keith Duplessie sits down with Jared Clasen.

Jared is the founder and CEO of Upscale Detail Co., a premium automotive protection and detailing company based in Columbus, Georgia. A former U.S. Army Infantry Officer with more than 11 years of mi... more

In this latest episode, host Barry Theal sits down with Jason Killmer.

Jason is one of the automotive detailing and restoration industry’s most respected paint-correction and color-sanding specialists. With more than 25 years of experience, he has b... more

Host Levi Gates sits down with another Idaho Native, Conner Bates, Owner of MVP Distributing.

Conner says "I am an Idaho native and had a brief dive into car detailing while helping my brother with some small-time detailing when I was young. Immedi... more

Host Keith Duplessie sits down with Sarah Ryals from Reflections Detail. Sarah has been a great advocate and supporter of the IDA, as well as continuing education. She is a talented weekend detailer and has been in business since 2019. Proud IDA memb... more

Host Levi Gates sits down with Chad Emerson of CME Shine Auto Detailing.

Chad says, “I am the founder and co-owner of CME Shine Auto Detailing, a studio specialising in advanced paint correction and premium ceramic coatings. My passion for automoti... more

Join host Keith Duplessie as he interviews Lindsay Rose.

Lindsay owns Electric Rose Auto Salon in Roseburg, OR. She is a Former First Responder; Classic Car lover; Female Professional Detailer

Host Levi Gates sits down with Michael Abens from Urable.

Michael Abens is the President of Urable. Urable is the industry-leading business management platform designed specifically for automotive businesses specializing in ceramic coatings, paint ... more

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Jason Killmer
Co-founder of KXK Dynamics
KXK Dynamics
Episode: Inside the IDA with Jason Killmer
Conner Bates
Owner of MVP Detailing
MVP Detailing
Episode: Inside the IDA with Conner Bates
Sarah Ryals
Owner of Reflections Detail
Reflections Detail
Episode: Inside the IDA with Sarah Ryals
Chad Emerson
Owner of CME Shine Iowa
CME Shine Iowa
Episode: Inside the IDA with Chad Emerson
Lindsay Rose
Owner, Electric Rose Auto Salon (Roseburg, Oregon)
Electric Rose Auto Salon
Episode: Inside the IDA with Lindsay Rose
Michael Abens
Founder/CEO of Urable
Urable
Episode: Inside the IDA with Michael Abens
Tom Smith
Founder of Buff Brite
Buff Brite
Episode: Inside the IDA with Tom Smith of Buff Brite
Thomas Oleski
Owner of Deluxe Detail LLC
Deluxe Detail LLC
Episode: Inside the IDA with Thomas Oleski
Greg Pautler
From Detailed Image
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Episode: Inside the IDA with Greg Pautler of Detailed Image

Hosts

Keith Duplessie
Host focused on education, industry standards, and community within detailing; frequently discusses training, mentorship, and business growth.
Barry Theal
Co-host with emphasis on practical business experiences, product and brand stories, and industry education.

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Inside the IDA with Michael Abens
Q: What are some of the biggest features Urable offers for detail shops?
Key features discussed include automated workflows, online booking and storefront, and an ERP-capable system that manages inventory, purchasing, and scheduling to optimize capacity and reduce friction for shops.
Inside the IDA with Michael Abens
Q: Tell us about Urable and how you guys got started.
Michael explains how he brought big-business thinking into the detailing market, leveraging decades of healthcare and operations experience to build a niche CRM/ERP platform for detail shops, starting with a mission to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.
Inside the IDA with Sebastian Shafer of Liquid Elements
Q: What guides your product strategy today?
The emphasis remains on practical, measurable improvements that customers can justify, balancing technical necessity with passion, and using a scientific, data-driven approach to development.
Inside the IDA with Sebastian Shafer of Liquid Elements
Q: What was the first product you created, and how did you approach development?
The first product was a cleaning clay; he used his hands-on experience and knowledge of chemistry to develop a simple, affordable option, learning from early experiments and failures.
Inside the IDA with Sebastian Shafer of Liquid Elements
Q: How did you come up with this idea and start the business?
Sebastian describes starting from a garage operation driven by curiosity about polishing and optics, listening to customers, and choosing to build a company that could control quality and supply chain to keep costs low while improving performance.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on real-world journeys within the auto detailing industry, with frequent emphasis on education, mentorship, and community-building through the IDA network. Episodes explore how detailers grow from hands-on shop work to scalable businesses, the value of training and hands-on mentorship, pricing strategies, marketing, and expanding services like coatings, film, and maintenance. Notable throughlines include the shift from mobile to fixed-location operations, the role of community and education in elevating standards, and founder stories that combine technical prowess with business acumen. The format tends to blend personal origin stories, practical tips, and industry-wide perspectives, making it useful for listeners seeking a... more

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