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Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast

Babcox Media
Carwash Industry
Customer Service
Partnership
Apex Pro Formulators
Customer Experience
Car Washing
Spot AI
U.S. Carwash Market
Technicians
Artificial Intelligence
Video Analytics
Car Wash Industry
SBA 504 Commercial Real Estate Loan Program
Private Equity
Logistics
Northeast Regional Carwash Convention
Labor Needs
Succession Planning
NCS
Operational Efficiency

Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, created by Professional Carwashing & Detailing magazine, covers industry trends, ideas and strategies that will help make your carwash more profitable. Hear what carwash owners, operators, manufacturers and distributors have to say in our exclusive interviews and audio articles.

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In this Executive Spotlight, host Brian Ankney sits down with Kyle Doyle, vice president of Rinsed, to unpack what consistently separates high-performing carwash operations from the rest. Doyle introduces the concept of the “three pillars” — consiste... more

On this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, host Rich DiPaolo sits down with Dave Kelly, Chief Development Officer for Spotless Brands, to discuss the company’s recent acquisition and its broader Northeast growth strategy. Kelly explains why P... more

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In this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, host Rich DiPaolo welcomes back Jeff Pavone, founding partner at Amplify Capital Group, for a candid and timely look at the state of carwash mergers and acquisitions heading into 2026. Pavone breaks ... more

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In this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, host Rich DiPaolo welcomes Troy Huisman, founder of Superior Control, for a deep dive into one of the most critical, yet least understood, parts of a tunnel: the motor control center. Huisman discuss... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Doyle
Expert in car wash operations with experience at Rinsed
Rinsed
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: The 3 Pillars Driving Consistent Carwash Sales Performance | Rinsed
Dave Kelly
Chief Development Officer at Spotless Brands
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Episode: Episode 260: Scaling density in the Northeast: Spotless Brands’ growth strategy with Dave Kelly
Troy Huisman
Founder of Superior Control
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Episode: Episode 258: How a motor control center defines tunnel reliability with Troy Huisman
Rex Womble
Vice President of Quivio
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Episode: Episode 256: Connecting the modern carwash with Rex Womble
Robert Andre
Senior Vice President of National Sales and Remodel for Sonny's The Carwash Factory.
Sonny's The Carwash Factory
Episode: Episode 252: The business case for a site remodel with Robert Andre
Heath Pomerantz
CEO of WOW Carwash
WOW Carwash
Episode: Episode 251: Building the WOW factor with Heath Pomerantz
Ryan Mogged
Marketing expert from Triadex Services
Triadex Services
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Connected TV marketing for car washes with Ryan Mogged of Triadex
Sean Foley
Chief Revenue Officer at Interface Systems
Interface Systems
Episode: Episode 248: Advancing carwash security with Sean Foley
Pete Nani
CEO of ZIPS Carwash
ZIPS Carwash
Episode: Episode 247: Catching up with ZIPS Car Wash's new CEO Pete Nani

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Rich DiPaolo
Host of discussions on car wash industry insights, trends, and strategies.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • A great resource!

    Wash Talk is a great resource for carwash owners and operators looking to improve their business! You get both great insights into the state of the industry and actionable tips you can implement today. Meagan is a fantastic host who leads fun and engaging interviews with her guests on the interview episodes. Highly recommend tuning in!

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    oliviabaker13
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the actionable insights provided, highlighting the show's value for car wash owners. Reviews often mention the engaging interviews and industry expertise shared by the guests. The content is described as practical and relevant, making it a recommended resource for anyone involved in the car wash sector.

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Episode 259: A tale of two halves: 2025 carwash M&A with Jeff Pavone
Q: What specifically is driving that increased urgency?
Private equity's drive to create value through larger scale operations and a favorable investment climate with stable cash flow are key motivators.
Episode 259: A tale of two halves: 2025 carwash M&A with Jeff Pavone
Q: What were you seeing early in 2025 that led you to that outlook?
Pavone was optimistic because there was pent-up demand from the seller side and a recovering market post-tariffs with a resurgence in acquisitions.
Episode 257: Previewing Women in Carwash™ with Brenda Jane Johnstone
Q: If I'm a first time attendee and I'm planning to come into the women in carwash conference in here in January, what can I expect?
You can expect to gain a wealth of information, with opportunities to network and learn from various workshops, while also enjoying professional photos and getting to know many other women in the industry.
Episode 254: Comparing chain- and belt-drive systems with Ben Branam
Q: What are your thoughts on the future of belt drives versus rail drives?
I think rail drives will have a strong showing in the market for the next 20 or 30 years, and then after that, they will dwindle as more operators switch to belt systems.
Episode 254: Comparing chain- and belt-drive systems with Ben Branam
Q: So how should these owners weigh that investment against a long-term operational benefits?
Owners should consider how much they can charge for each wash and how many more members they can attract with a belt system, making the upfront investment potentially pay off quickly.

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3. Troy Huisman
4. Rex Womble
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6. Heath Pomerantz
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