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Laundry Nerd Podcast

Alliance Laundry Systems
Alliance Laundry Systems
Laundromats
Clean Show
Laundromat Business
Tiktok
Social Media Marketing
Laundromat
Laundromat Industry
Laundry Technology
Laundromat Ownership
The Clean Show
Entrepreneurship
Scanpay Wash
Robotics
Customer Service
Marketing
Laundromat Revenue
Washing Fold Service
Technology In Laundromats
Vending Machines

The Laundry Nerd podcast, explores laundromat ownership, and laundry technology, while uniting all us ”Laundry Nerds” who geek out over turns, G-Force, cycle modifiers, and all things laundry. With great return on investment and simple management, the laundromat business has continued to attract new investors...and many of us Nerds. The Laundry Nerd podcast strips away the myths and misconceptions... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes63Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Randy interviews Susan Wang, who moved from running vending machines to planning her first laundromat, Sunshine Laundry Lounge. She shares how visiting stores, meeting industry owners (including Tim Richardson), and detailed research shaped her plans... more

Host Randy Radtke talks with Kyle Pethke, Manager of Laundry Design at Alliance Laundry Systems, about the full process of designing laundromats—from site selection and demographics to utility planning, equipment mix, and construction-ready drawings.... more

There's little doubt that with its densely populated boroughs, New York is a unique laundromat market. In this episode of the Laundry Nerd Podcast, we chat with Christian Almonte, Vice President of Lav Express laundromats in New York, to gain insight... more

Vending, even if it’s just about offering single-use soap and softener, can be an excellent additional revenue stream for laundromat owners. Vend-Rite has been a supplier to the laundry industry since 1952, helping owners meet customer needs and driv... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Pethke
Manager of Laundry Design and Alliance Laundry Systems
Alliance Laundry Systems
Episode: EPISODE 59, Laundromat Design
Christian Almonte
Vice President of Lav Express
Lav Express
Episode: EPISODE 58, New York State of Mind
Mark Gies
Brand ambassador for Vend-Rite and vending expert in laundromat vending
Vend-Rite
Episode: EPISODE 57, Soap, Softener, and Snacks: Exploring Vending
Dom Santamaria
Owner of Suds Digital and laundromat operator
Suds Digital
Episode: EPISODE 56, Navigating Marketing with Suds Digital.
Jeremy Stroud
Owner of a Speed Queen Laundry Franchise location in Baton Rouge
Speed Queen Laundry Franchise
Episode: Franchise Flavor: How a Speed Queen Owner Built Success in Baton Rouge
Matt Charney
Owner of Fivefold Laundromat in Columbus, Ohio
Fivefold Laundromat
Episode: EPISODE 54, Going Unattended in Ohio
Randy Radke
Host of the show
Laundry Nerd Podcast
Episode: EPISODE 54, Going Unattended in Ohio
Juan Declaring
Official poet of the industry, author of Laundromat Detour
Episode: EPISODE 53, A Detour into the Arts
Leah M. Schulte
Owner of Midtown Washboard Laundromat, author
Midtown Washboard Laundromat
Episode: EPISODE 53, A Detour into the Arts

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Randy Radke
Host of the Laundry Nerd Podcast with a focus on laundromat business and technology.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Wash-Dry-Fold POS Episode

    Alliance deserves a lot of credit, not only for this podcast, but for paving the way in integrations with point of sales systems in the laundromat space. Other manufacturers could learn a thing or two from listening to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
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    CeilingFan95
    United States6 months ago

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The show highlights marketing, tech, and design trends that help listeners grow revenue.
Alliance integrations with POS systems are paving the way for future-proof laundromat tech.
Guests deliver practical, ROI-focused insights that resonate with operators and distributors.
Content is consistently actionable for investors and operators looking to optimize layouts and payments.
Strong emphasis on vendor partnerships and real-world anecdotes from multi-location operators.

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#53
Philippines/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#198
Philippines/Business

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EPISODE 57, Soap, Softener, and Snacks: Exploring Vending
Q: What guidance do you give new laundromat owners about placement and product selection for vending?
Consider local demographics, observe competitors, and stock based on what your specific customers actually use, using a distribution network for supplies and testing different configurations to maximize profit.
EPISODE 57, Soap, Softener, and Snacks: Exploring Vending
Q: Vending, right? It's another profit center that Laundromats can benefit from. How has the industry evolved to support this?
The industry shifted from coin-slide machines to electronic/hybrid models that accept card payments and are compatible with various card systems, enabling flexible pricing and better customer convenience.
EPISODE 56, Navigating Marketing with Suds Digital.
Q: What makes Suds Digital different from other marketing agencies for laundromats?
They are operators themselves, with hands-on experience running pickup and delivery, which helps them speak the language of laundromat owners. They emphasize exclusivity, a transparent pricing model, fast implementation (often within 10 days), and a data-driven approach that tracks store visits and ROAS across campaigns.
EPISODE 56, Navigating Marketing with Suds Digital.
Q: Walk me through the initial process when a laundromat owner contacts Suds Digital.
We start with a discovery call to understand the store location, competitors, existing services, and goals. Then we assess whether the laundromat already has marketing in place and exclusivity in the market, after which we draft a proposal based on the chosen package and set clear expectations for results and timelines.
Franchise Flavor: How a Speed Queen Owner Built Success in Baton Rouge
Q: How important is pickup and delivery to your business, and when did you add it?
Pickup and delivery was added after stabilizing the core operations; I waited a year and a half to avoid overcomplicating things and to ensure in-store processes, before expanding to capture weekday revenue with a single delivery route.

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A business- and technology-focused show for laundromat operators, investors, and suppliers. Episodes consistently explore design, operations, marketing, payment systems, unattended locations, and market expansion, often featuring industry specialists or seasoned operators who share practical, real-world guidance. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on ROI-driven decisions, vendor and technology partnerships, and hands-on lessons from multi-location operators. A recurring openness to innovative approaches—from vending and digital payments to data-driven marketing—helps listeners benchmark strategies, evaluate partnerships, and plan growth with confidence.

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Recent guests on Laundry Nerd Podcast include:

1. Kyle Pethke
2. Christian Almonte
3. Mark Gies
4. Dom Santamaria
5. Jeremy Stroud
6. Matt Charney
7. Randy Radke
8. Juan Declaring

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