Episodes 107
Avg. Duration 57m
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Apple Rating 3.6 (14)
Since Feb 2022
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Join entrepreneur and visionary Mike Burke as he interviews other successful business owners, go-getters and influencers to discover their stories - who they are, where they came from, and where they're going next. Check out full episodes on YouTube @RealTalkwithMikeBurke

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Ep. 108 🎙️ XDC 2026: How my 21 Year Old Son Built a Business with Snapchat| Real Talk with Mike Burke

Feb 11, 2026 12m

In this episode, Mike sits down with a very special guest, his son Colby Burke, for an honest conversation between two generations. Colby shares how growing up around racing, long travel days, and…

Ep. 107 🎙️ XDC 2026: From Garage Tint Jobs to a 16,000 Square Foot Shop | Real Talk with Mike Burke

Feb 10, 2026 34m

In this episode, Mike sits down with Ray Van Dexter, owner of Dynamic Tint & Paint Protection, for a wide ranging conversation. Ray reflects on more than two decades in the window tint industry,…

Ep. 106 🎙️ XDC 2026: Precision, Process, and PPF in Paradise | Real Talk with Mike Burke

Feb 09, 2026 18m

In this episode, Mike sits down with Shane Oliberos, co owner of Xero Wraps in Hawaii, to talk about building a high performing paint protection operation in one of the most challenging markets in…

Ep. 105 🎙️ XDC 2026: He Bought a Tesla — and Built a New Company| Real Talk with Mike Burke

Feb 08, 2026 33m

In this episode, Mike sits down with Philip Bunting, co-founder and CEO of ALSET to talk about building a business by fixing a problem he personally experienced. After purchasing his first Tesla and…

Ep. 104 🎙️ XDC 2026: Choosing Excellence: A Conversation with Ryan Pape | Real Talk with Mike Burke

Feb 07, 2026 19m

In this episode, Mike sits down with Ryan Pape, President and CEO of XPEL, for a wide-ranging conversation recorded at SDC 2026. Ryan shares why his theme for the year is excellence, how narrowing…

Ep. 103 🎙️ XDC 2026: Building a Business Around People and Craft | Real Talk with Mike Burke

Feb 06, 2026 14m

In this episode, Mike sits down with John Gray of Gulf Coast Auto Shield to talk about building a multi-location operation rooted in craftsmanship and people. John shares how a lifelong love of…

Ep. 102 🎙️ XDC 2026: Supporting 1,100 Dealerships Across Western Canada | Real Talk with Mike Burke

Feb 05, 2026 16m

In this episode, Mike sits down with Colin Reid, Senior VP of Dealership Solutions for WD Co-Auto in Western Canada, to unpack what it takes to support more than 1,100 automotive dealerships across…

Ep. 101 🎙️ XDC 2026: Thirty Years In — Lessons You Only Learn With Time | Real Talk with Mike Burke

Feb 04, 2026 33m

In this episode, Mike sits down with Rick Puthoff of Eclipse Window Tinting to reflect on more than three decades in the industry and the lessons that only time can teach. Rick shares how simple…

S1E100 Ep. 100🎙️ XDC 2026 | Tony Tran: Crafting Identity Through Cars | Real Talk with Mike Burke

Feb 01, 2026 19m

In this episode, Mike sits down with Tony Tran, owner of 101 Motors and Tempe Auto Spa, to trace a career that began in a high-school auto shop and grew into a multi-division operation. Tony shares…

S1E99 Ep. 99 🎙️ XDC 2026: Choosing Your Lane - Lessons from Chicago Auto Pros | Real Talk

Jan 31, 2026 29m

Not every customer is your customer,  and learning that lesson reshaped this entire company. In this on-location episode at XDC 26 in San Antonio Texas, Mike sits down with Greg Natonson of Chicago…

S1E98 Ep. 98🎙️ XDC 2026: David Read - Film Rep to Shop Owner: Lessons from Both Sides of the Industry

Jan 30, 2026 26m

In this special XDC 2026 episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike sits down with industry veteran David Reed of Signature Glass Tinting for a wide-ranging conversation about the window film…

Ep. 97 🎙️ XDC 2026: Never Ride Stock Reveals the Truth About Scaling Tint and PPF

Jan 30, 2026 34m

At XDC 2026 I sat down with Christian and Rob from Never Ride Stock to talk real growth: building a reputation, scaling without losing the personal touch, and why relationships still close the…

S1E95 Ep. 95 🎙️ XDC 2026: Lessons With Blackout Tinting, What If You Had No Other Choice?

Jan 30, 2026 16m

Back again at XPEL XDC 2026 in San Antonio, Texas with Josh Poponick of Blackout Tinting.We break down what it really takes to scale multiple locations: systems, team building, recruiting, training,…

S1E94 Ep. 94 🎙️ XDC 2026: Would You Still Want This Business at $300,000 a Month?

Jan 30, 2026 22m

What does success really cost?At XDC 2026 in San Antonio, we sat down with Austin Palmer, co-owner of One of One, to talk about the reality behind running one of the most respected high-end shops in…

Ep. 93 🎙️ Veterans After Service: Self-Awareness, Transition, and Purpose with Adam Sides | Real Talk with Mike Burke

Dec 30, 2025 46m

If you’re seeking inspiration on reinvention, leadership, and helping others, todays episode has you covered. Adam Sides shares a powerful, candid journey from 25 years in the Army to civilian life,…

Ep. 92 🎙️Attention To Details | Real Talk with Mike Burke

Dec 23, 2025 54m Transcript

We talk with Brian Johnson about grit, pain, and the craft of building a lean, profitable detailing and PPF shop after a life-altering injury. From flipping sport bikes to clean-room standards, we…

Ep. 91 🎙️ Bill Goldberg – From Wrestling Legend to Everyday Warrior | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location

Oct 22, 2025 28m

Wrestling icon Bill Goldberg joins Mike Burke for an unfiltered, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation recorded at Goldberg’s Texas compound. From rescuing exotic animals to building…

Ep. 90 🎙️ Jeff Green - Lock N Climb | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location

Oct 08, 2025 15m

On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike sits down with Jeff Green, founder of Lock-N-Climb, to hear the incredible story behind his ladder innovations that are now used worldwide in…

Ep. 89 🎙️ Ismail Leghari - The Detail Scale | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location

Oct 07, 2025 16m

On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike talks with Ismail Leghari, founder of Detail Scale, a marketing agency dedicated to helping detailers, PPF, tint, and ceramic coating shops grow…

Ep. 88 🎙️ James Melfi - PPF Product Manager for XPEL | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location

Oct 06, 2025 19m

On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike sits down with James Melfi, PPF Product Manager at XPEL. James shares his journey from geeking out on detailing products in college to running a…

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