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Virginia Automobile Dealers Association

English Automotive Business Leisure Non-Profit

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Episodes 88

Avg. Duration 20m

Activity Highly Active

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (8)

Since Dec 2019

Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Every 2 Weeks

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Episodic

Consistency

46%

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About This Podcast

VADA LIVE is the official podcast powered by the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association, offering rich insights and information about the automotive industry in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Join VADA staff, members, and partners for behind-the-scenes accounts of our efforts in the legislature, regulatory, and industry worlds, and stay equipped with everything you need to know to be a successful and competitive automotive dealer in Virginia.

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Recent Episodes

S2E8 VADA Live S2:E8 | "Cheap Cars Aren't Coming Back"

Mar 26, 2026 26m

We caught up with Presidio Group's Kevin Tynan for an exclusive sneak peek at the data-driven strategy he's bringing to the VADA '26 Convention at the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Register for…

S2E7 VADA Live S2:E7 | "It's not just the purchase today." (Robert Hunter, Brown & Brown Dealer Services)

Mar 24, 2026 22m

As vehicle affordability remains a top concern, the role of the dealership's Finance & Insurance (F&I) office is more critical than ever. In this episode of VADA Live, host Dan Carrigan sits…

S2E6 VADA Live S2:E6 | Digital Strategy & Trust: Winning the Online Car Buyer

Mar 18, 2026 26m

How do you build trust with a consumer before they ever set foot in your showroom? In this episode of VADA Live, host Dan Carrigan sits down with Tim Pohanka, Executive Vice President of Pohanka…

S2E5 VADA Live S2:E5 | Unlocking Hidden Profit in Your Parts Department with Brian Crossin

Mar 11, 2026 27m

Is your parts department the most neglected, underappreciated, and misunderstood department in your dealership? In this episode, we sit down with Brian Crossin, an instructor at NADA Academy who…

S2E4 VADA Live S2:E4 – The Capitol Vibe Check: Talking Crossover 2026 with Anne Gambardella & Mimi Perka

Feb 20, 2026 30m

We're at the halfway point of the Virginia General Assembly session, and the VADA legal team is breaking down exactly what the "Crossover" deadline means for your dealership. Join VADA Live host Dan…

S2E3 VADA Live S2:E3 – Managing vs. Leading: Why Your Service Advisors Are Leaving (And How to Fix It) with Christopher Craig

Feb 05, 2026 21m

We know the stats: turnover in the automotive industry is hovering near 46%, and for service advisors specifically, it's nearly 49%. Why are dealership struggling to keep their best people? This week…

S2E2 VADA Live S2:E2 – The Tour Detour: Tim Pohanka on Testing the Nissan CVT to the Limit

Jan 22, 2026 19m

Can a used Nissan with over 100,000 miles and a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) survive the salt flats of Bonneville and the rock crawling trails of Moab? In this episode of VADA Live, host…

S2E1 VADA Live S2:E1 – The 2026 Virginia General Assembly: What to Watch

Jan 15, 2026 22m

The 2026 Virginia General Assembly session is officially underway, and for the retail automotive industry, the stakes remain as high as ever. Join VADA Live host Dan Carrigan for our Season 2…

S1E48 VADA Live S1:E48 – Why Culture (and Your Service Dept) Will Define 2026 with VADA's Don Hall

Dec 26, 2025 11m

In this conclusion to our special end-of-year series, VADA President and CEO Don Hall shifts the focus from external threats to the internal dynamics that will define dealership success in 2026. Hall…

S1E47 VADA Live S1:E47 – The Franchise, Fixed Ops, and The Future with VADA's Don Hall (Part 1)

Dec 19, 2025 8m

VADA's Don Hall sat down for a candid, two-part interview on the threats facing the franchise system–from manufacturers like VW and Scout pushing for direct sales to the new political landscape in…

S1E46 VADA Live S1:E46 – 2026 Legal & Legislative Update

Dec 18, 2025 1h 46m

Join the VADA leadership team—President Don Hall and legal experts Anne Gambardella, Barry Beatty, and Mimi Perka—for an essential briefing on the 2026 political and regulatory landscape. This…

S1E45 VADA Live S1:E45 – Party Crashers II: The Road Ahead with Cox Automotive's Brian Finkelmeyer

Dec 17, 2025 20m

The "Party Crashers" have returned, and the stakes are higher than ever. To celebrate our one-year anniversary of VADA Live, host Dan Carrigan welcomes back our very first guest, Brian Finkelmeyer of…

S1E44 VADA Live S1:E44 - Legacy, Integrity, and Leadership with Marlow Automotive's Emily Marlow Beck

Dec 11, 2025 21m

Join Dan Carrigan as he speaks with Emily Marlow Beck, President of Marlow Motor Company and Virginia's 2026 Time Dealer of the Year, for a candid and insightful conversation about leadership and the…

S1E43 VADA Live S1:E43 – Introducing TagTracker: Intelligent Dealer Tag Tracking and Accountability

Dec 03, 2025 19m

Dealer plates are your most valuable, and often most easily lost, assets. Join VADA Live as we introduce TagTracker, a new partner specializing in patented, real-time GPS Dealer Tag Tracking. This…

S1E42 VADA Live S1:E42 – Virginia Election Recap: What the Results Mean for Virginia Businesses

Nov 11, 2025 28m

Virginia just delivered a historic election, electing the first female chief executive, Abigail Spanberger, and expanding the Democratic House of Delegates majority by 13 seats. What does this shift…

S1E41 VADA Live S1:41 - The AI Pyramid and Agentic Workflows with Cox Automotive's Dr. Ben Flusberg

Nov 06, 2025 21m

Join Dan Carrigan and Dr. Ben Flusberg, Chief Data Officer at Cox Automotive for a deep dive into the evolution and practical application of AI in auto retail. Dr. Flusberg defines the AI landscape,…

S1E40 VADA Live S1:E40 – Market Shifts, EV Demand, & Practical AI w/ Automotive Ventures' Steve Greenfield

Oct 29, 2025 18m

Join us as we welcome back Steve Greenfield (Automotive Ventures) for a sharp analysis of the shifting auto market. In this episode, Steve provides a crucial outlook for Q4 2025 and 2026, explaining…

S1E39 VADA Live S1:E39 – AI and the Future of Talent Management with Interactive EQ's Napoleon Rumteen

Sep 17, 2025 25m

Join Dan Carrigan as he speaks with Napoleon "Napo" Rumteen, a proven leader at the intersection of automotive retail, SaaS, and talent innovation. Napo, the Founder and CEO of Interactive EQ,…

S1E38 VADA Live S1:E38 - Preparing for a world beyond SEO with Reunion Marketing's Chad Graves

Sep 10, 2025 17m

In this VADA Live special, host Dan Carrigan and @Reunionmarketing 's Chad Graves discuss how dealers can get ahead of AI-driven marketing. Chad emphasizes that AI is a supplement, not a…

S1E37 VADA Live S1:E37 - Is AI right for your dealership? With Richmond Ford's Kayla Kody

Sep 04, 2025 16m

Does artificial intelligence have a place in the automotive industry? In this VADA Live special, host Dan Carrigan sits down with Kayla Kody, Vice President at Richmond Ford Auto Group, to discuss…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does VADA Live have?

VADA Live has published 88 episodes since December 2019, covering topics in Automotive, Business.

Is VADA Live still active?

VADA Live is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 20m.

How do I contact VADA Live for sponsorship or guest appearances?