The RoadFS Podcast

In this episode of the RoadFS / Detail Bookie Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest questions every business owner eventually faces:Why isn't my business growing the way I expected? We discuss:✅ Hiring and retaining quality employees✅ Why SOPs matter more than talent✅ Time management for business owners✅ When to hire office staff✅ Setting customer expectations✅ Marketing that actually...

Matthew Goode of Good Custom Garage (Brooks, KY) grew up polishing aluminum in his hot-rod-legend father's garage at just six years old — and never left the business. On this episode of The Detail Bookie Podcast, Matt opens up about the motorcycle wreck that nearly ended everything, starting a detailing business with zero loans and zero savings, the moment his wife Candace stepped in and becam...

What better way to celebrate our 600th episode than at Detail Fest 2026 inside the world-famous Petersen Automotive Museum! In this special milestone episode, we take you behind the scenes of one of the most exciting detailing events of the year. You'll get an exclusive look at the legendary Bullitt stunt car that was lost for nearly 50 years, meet the restoration team that brought it back to...

This is a combined episode of all of the lives from Autogeek's Detail Fest 2026

What does it take to become one of the most respected paint correction and sanding specialists in the automotive industry? In this powerful episode of the RoadFS DetailBookie Podcast, we sit down with renowned automotive refinishing expert  Jason Killmer  to discuss far more than sanding and scratch repair. Jason shares his remarkable journey from growing up with cerebral palsy to working on some...

The legendary Detail Fest is back for its 25th Anniversary, and this year it's happening at the world-famous Petersen Automotive Museum! Join us as we sit down with David Sanchez, Preservation Collection Manager at the Petersen Museum, along with Will Crinigan from AutoGeek and Chris Metcalf and Cole McCrary from SONAX to discuss one of the most anticipated detailing events of the year. In thi...

What does real success look like in the detailing industry? In this episode of the Detail Bookie Podcast, we sit down with Christy Vest, owner of Liquid Art Detailing, to have a powerful and honest conversation about business, life, and what it truly means to win. This isn’t just about detailing—it’s about mindset, discipline, and building a business that actually works for your life. We dive into...

What separates a struggling detailer from a thriving business owner? In this episode of the Detail Bookie Podcast, we sit down with Tony Pando to break down the mindset, strategy, and real opportunities most detailers overlook. This conversation goes beyond detailing—it’s about thinking like a business owner. We dive into:• How paint chip repair can become a high-profit add-on• Why most detailers...

Industry veteran Chris Metcalf sits down with the Road to Detail Bookie podcast to talk about his big career move — leaving Flex after 17+ years to join Sonax USA. Chris opens up about why he made the switch, what drew him to Sonax's century-old legacy and German engineering, and what his new B2B role looks like. We also dive into the exciting return of Detail Fest (June 20th at the Petersen A...

What really separates marine detailing from automotive detailing? In this episode of the RoadFS / Detail Bookie Podcast, we sit down with Ken Mercer, President of Stark Yacht Care to talk about the realities of the marine detailing industry, from heavy oxidation removal and rotary polishing to marine abrasives, ceramic coatings, and running a successful detailing business. Ken breaks down why mari...

This week, we sit down with Paul Assuncao, owner of Owner’s Pride Canada, to explore the latest innovations in automotive protection. If you’re in the detailing industry and serious about growth, this is a conversation you need to hear. In this episode, we break down Peel Clear. Peel clear is a product that sits right between traditional paint and paint protection film—and why it has the potential...

If you’re in the detailing industry—or even thinking about stepping into it—this conversation is one you cannot afford to miss. In this episode, we sit down with Russ Urmston, founder of Invisible Patterns, to unpack how he turned a niche idea into a global opportunity. From starting with just £12 in his account to building one of the most innovative paint protection solutions for motorcycles, Rus...

We’ve had some of the best boat detailers in the industry on the RoadFS/DetailBookie Podcast—and this week is no exception. Join us as we sit down with Angela Gilham, owner of Elite Marine Protection, who’s making serious waves in the marine detailing space. We’ll dive into:Her journey working on boats and yachts of all sizesThe challenges of building a successful marine detailing businessHow she...

This week we drop in a detailing shop in Rio de Janiero to explore what's happening in the World of Detailing across the world. Paulo Asuncao and Felipe join us to talk about detailing, business, the IDA, and life in Brazil for a business owner.

In this episode, we go behind the scenes of a professional detailing training and break down what separates average detailers from elite operators. From color-coded chemical systems to structured workflows and pricing strategies, this conversation reveals how detailers can work smarter, not harder—and actually build a profitable business. Whether you’re just getting started or already running a sh...

What does it take to go from losing millions in real estate… to building a product that dominates an industry without spending a dollar on marketing? In this episode, we sit down with the founder of Solution Finish to break down the real story behind the product—how it started in a garage, the science behind why it works, and the mindset it takes to build something that lasts. This conversation go...

In this episode of the Road Detail Podcast, we sit down with Justin Walmsley, owner of Eco Shine Detailing and Detail Supply Depot, to break down what it really takes to build a successful detailing business—from starting with nothing to creating a business that provides true freedom. Justin shares his journey from detailing cars out of a Dodge Charger to running multiple operations, along with th...

In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Podcast, we sit down with Chris West — the founder of Solution Finish — to talk about building a boutique brand that’s stood the test of time. Chris shares the early days of launching his product, getting torn apart on social media, and learning quickly how to navigate industry drama without getting pulled into it. His philosophy? Stay in your lane. Do one thin...

n this episode of the RoadFS Detail Podcast, we sit down with Andy Duff and Isabel Duff of Studio 16, based on the west coast of Scotland. We met Andy and Isabel at Mobile Tech Expo, where Isabel took home Newcomer of the Year — and their story is one of growth, grind, and bold moves. From transitioning out of the beauty industry into paint protection film, to building a premium studio brand, to h...

In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Podcast, we sit down with Dave Reed, founder of DRD Detailing in Cornwall, UK, and a leader within the International Detailing Association (IDA).Dave shares his journey from 30 years in corporate aviation to building a detailing business rooted in passion, purpose, and quality of life. This conversation goes far beyond polishing paint — we talk about mindset, g...

In this episode of the RoadFS Detail Podcast, we’re back in the studio with the PDP crew — Eric Polasky and Chris Livengood from Professional Detail Products (PDP).We cover everything from their legacy in the industry to what’s coming in 2026 — including new product launches, training opportunities, and most importantly… how detailers can become more profitable. We break down:• The truth about gra...

This episode dives deep into what’s becoming one of the most talked-about features at Mobile Tech Expo — the Paint Correction Competition. From hard paint and 5-minute time limits to pressure from a live crowd, we break down what makes this event different, why it’s growing every year, and what detailers can learn from stepping into the arena. We discuss:Why time pressure changes everythingThe sci...

In this episode of The RoadFS/DetailBookie Podcast, the hosts sit down with Keith Duplessie of Bar Jack Tools just one week before the Mobile Tech Expo (MTV) to talk tools, leadership, innovation, and the evolution of the detailing industry. Keith shares his journey from decades in the chemical and product space into helping lead Bar Jack Tools, explaining why this move was about more than product...

In this episode of The RoadFS / DetailBookie Podcast, the hosts sit down with Sydney Brae Gwinn to talk about her transition to Car Candy, the evolution of the detailing industry, and what’s ahead for 2026. Sydney shares candid insights on career alignment, building the right team, and why experience—not just chemicals—drives brand loyalty. The conversation dives deep into industry trends like cer...

The first RoadFS Detail Memoirs Podcast episode of 2026 kicks off with a bang! 🎉 Hosts Rod and Jody sit down with Brian from Vision One Detail, a lifelong Texan whose career evolved from NHRA racing to running a state-of-the-art detailing and training facility in Tomball, Texas. Brian shares how polishing race cars between NHRA rounds sparked his detailing journey, the lessons learned from years...