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    <title>PodCrash with Matt Ebert</title>
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    <description>Matt Ebert, founder and CEO of Crash Champions, sits down with industry leaders to discover the powerful synergies between different walks of life and businesses. Matt believes in a Champions Mindset. It’s how he took a single collision repair shop and turned it into over 650 locations across the US. Listen in while he unlocks the thought processes of successful leaders, and learn how he Champions People to empower them to grow.</description>
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    <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>Matt Ebert, founder and CEO of Crash Champions, sits down with industry leaders to discover the powerful synergies between different walks of life and businesses. Matt believes in a Champions Mindset. It’s how he took a single collision repair shop and turned it into over 650 locations across the US. Listen in while he unlocks the thought processes of successful leaders, and learn how he Champions People to empower them to grow.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Why Most Service Businesses Never Hit $1 Million (and How to Get There) with John McDonald</title>
      <description>John McDonald grew up in a single-wide trailer with no plan, joined the Navy, and eventually started FABTECH Solutions out of a Buick Lucerne with a toolbox and negative four thousand dollars in the bank. Today he runs a seven-figure service business and just wrote the book Million Dollar Service Startup to help other operators skip the decade of trial and error it took him to figure it out.
 
In this conversation, Matt and John get into what it actually takes to build a service business that lasts, why answering the phone is still a competitive advantage, and the moment John realized he had to stop doing every job himself if he ever wanted to grow. They also swap newspaper route stories, talk about why the best employees don't always have the best resumes, and John makes a case for why college might actually require more self-discipline than the military.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:03:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>John McDonald grew up in a single-wide trailer with no plan, joined the Navy, and eventually started FABTECH Solutions out of a Buick Lucerne with a toolbox and negative four thousand dollars in the bank. Today he runs a seven-figure service business and just wrote the book Million Dollar Service Startup to help other operators skip the decade of trial and error it took him to figure it out.
 
In this conversation, Matt and John get into what it actually takes to build a service business that lasts, why answering the phone is still a competitive advantage, and the moment John realized he had to stop doing every job himself if he ever wanted to grow. They also swap newspaper route stories, talk about why the best employees don't always have the best resumes, and John makes a case for why college might actually require more self-discipline than the military.

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        <![CDATA[<p>John McDonald grew up in a single-wide trailer with no plan, joined the Navy, and eventually started FABTECH Solutions out of a Buick Lucerne with a toolbox and negative four thousand dollars in the bank. Today he runs a seven-figure service business and just wrote the book Million Dollar Service Startup to help other operators skip the decade of trial and error it took him to figure it out.
 
In this conversation, Matt and John get into what it actually takes to build a service business that lasts, why answering the phone is still a competitive advantage, and the moment John realized he had to stop doing every job himself if he ever wanted to grow. They also swap newspaper route stories, talk about why the best employees don't always have the best resumes, and John makes a case for why college might actually require more self-discipline than the military.

Follow John McDonald on Instagram @johnmcdonaldjr99 and grab his book Million Dollar Service Startup on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0bGXQ2sm

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      <title>Mario Andretti on Why Mediocrity Kills Great Teams</title>
      <description>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt sits down with racing legend Mario Andretti to talk about what it really takes to win at the highest level for decades.

Mario reflects on a career spanning more than 900 races and over 100 wins, and why he never had a backup plan once he committed to racing. He shares how passion, confidence, and early wins shaped his mindset, and why he believes mediocrity is one of the biggest threats to any team or business.

They also get into what separates great teams from average ones, how to handle risk and fear in high-stakes environments, and why surrounding yourself with the right people is the only way to consistently perform at a high level. Mario explains how the same principles that win races apply directly to business, leadership, and building something that lasts.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt sits down with racing legend Mario Andretti to talk about what it really takes to win at the highest level for decades.

Mario reflects on a career spanning more than 900 races and over 100 wins, and why he never had a backup plan once he committed to racing. He shares how passion, confidence, and early wins shaped his mindset, and why he believes mediocrity is one of the biggest threats to any team or business.

They also get into what separates great teams from average ones, how to handle risk and fear in high-stakes environments, and why surrounding yourself with the right people is the only way to consistently perform at a high level. Mario explains how the same principles that win races apply directly to business, leadership, and building something that lasts.

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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt sits down with racing legend Mario Andretti to talk about what it really takes to win at the highest level for decades.

Mario reflects on a career spanning more than 900 races and over 100 wins, and why he never had a backup plan once he committed to racing. He shares how passion, confidence, and early wins shaped his mindset, and why he believes mediocrity is one of the biggest threats to any team or business.

They also get into what separates great teams from average ones, how to handle risk and fear in high-stakes environments, and why surrounding yourself with the right people is the only way to consistently perform at a high level. Mario explains how the same principles that win races apply directly to business, leadership, and building something that lasts.

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      <title>Why You’re Always Busy But Getting Nothing Done with Nick Sonnenberg</title>
      <description>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with Nick Sonnenberg, founder and CEO of Leverage, to break down why most businesses feel busy but struggle to make real progress.

Nick shares how small inefficiencies like email, meetings, and disorganized systems quietly drain thousands of hours from teams every year and why the real problem isn’t effort, it’s how your business is structured. He explains his “return on time” framework, how to identify where time is being lost, and the simple changes that can give leaders and teams hours back every week.

They also get into what happens when a company grows too fast without the right systems, how Nick rebuilt his business after losing a co-founder, and why the best operators focus less on working harder and more on building systems that scale.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:03:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with Nick Sonnenberg, founder and CEO of Leverage, to break down why most businesses feel busy but struggle to make real progress.

Nick shares how small inefficiencies like email, meetings, and disorganized systems quietly drain thousands of hours from teams every year and why the real problem isn’t effort, it’s how your business is structured. He explains his “return on time” framework, how to identify where time is being lost, and the simple changes that can give leaders and teams hours back every week.

They also get into what happens when a company grows too fast without the right systems, how Nick rebuilt his business after losing a co-founder, and why the best operators focus less on working harder and more on building systems that scale.

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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with Nick Sonnenberg, founder and CEO of Leverage, to break down why most businesses feel busy but struggle to make real progress.

Nick shares how small inefficiencies like email, meetings, and disorganized systems quietly drain thousands of hours from teams every year and why the real problem isn’t effort, it’s how your business is structured. He explains his “return on time” framework, how to identify where time is being lost, and the simple changes that can give leaders and teams hours back every week.

They also get into what happens when a company grows too fast without the right systems, how Nick rebuilt his business after losing a co-founder, and why the best operators focus less on working harder and more on building systems that scale.

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      <title>The CEO Who Saved Marvel From Bankruptcy | PodCrash</title>
      <description>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with former Marvel CEO Peter Cuneo, the executive credited with helping turn Marvel around when the company was on the brink of collapse. Cuneo shares the leadership decisions that helped stabilize the company, rebuild its strategy, and set the foundation for what would eventually become one of the most valuable entertainment brands in the world.

They talk about what it’s really like to step into a struggling company, how leaders make tough decisions when everything is on the line, and why discipline, focus, and culture matter more than flashy ideas when rebuilding a business. Cuneo also reflects on the lessons he learned guiding Marvel through its turnaround and what leaders can take from that experience when trying to rescue or grow a company today.


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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with former Marvel CEO Peter Cuneo, the executive credited with helping turn Marvel around when the company was on the brink of collapse. Cuneo shares the leadership decisions that helped stabilize the company, rebuild its strategy, and set the foundation for what would eventually become one of the most valuable entertainment brands in the world.

They talk about what it’s really like to step into a struggling company, how leaders make tough decisions when everything is on the line, and why discipline, focus, and culture matter more than flashy ideas when rebuilding a business. Cuneo also reflects on the lessons he learned guiding Marvel through its turnaround and what leaders can take from that experience when trying to rescue or grow a company today.


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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with former Marvel CEO Peter Cuneo, the executive credited with helping turn Marvel around when the company was on the brink of collapse. Cuneo shares the leadership decisions that helped stabilize the company, rebuild its strategy, and set the foundation for what would eventually become one of the most valuable entertainment brands in the world.

They talk about what it’s really like to step into a struggling company, how leaders make tough decisions when everything is on the line, and why discipline, focus, and culture matter more than flashy ideas when rebuilding a business. Cuneo also reflects on the lessons he learned guiding Marvel through its turnaround and what leaders can take from that experience when trying to rescue or grow a company today.
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      <title>How Robert Herjavec Went from Immigrant Kid to Millions</title>
      <description>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with Robert Herjavec for a wide-ranging conversation about entrepreneurship, risk, and what it really takes to build a successful business.

Robert shares the story of coming to North America as an immigrant with his parents, growing up poor, and the mindset that drove him to succeed. He and Matt discuss the blue-collar work ethic that shaped both of their careers, the importance of sales and communication in business, and why the best product doesn’t always win.

They also talk about Robert’s long-running role on Shark Tank alongside investors like Mark Cuban, including a memorable conversation where Cuban revealed that even at 12 years old he already knew he wanted to become a billionaire and own a basketball team. Robert contrasts that with his own motivation growing up: he simply didn’t want to stay poor. 

Robert also shares one of the most meaningful moments of his life and the best purchase he ever made: buying his father the Cadillac he had always dreamed of owning after immigrating and working blue-collar jobs to support the family.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with Robert Herjavec for a wide-ranging conversation about entrepreneurship, risk, and what it really takes to build a successful business.

Robert shares the story of coming to North America as an immigrant with his parents, growing up poor, and the mindset that drove him to succeed. He and Matt discuss the blue-collar work ethic that shaped both of their careers, the importance of sales and communication in business, and why the best product doesn’t always win.

They also talk about Robert’s long-running role on Shark Tank alongside investors like Mark Cuban, including a memorable conversation where Cuban revealed that even at 12 years old he already knew he wanted to become a billionaire and own a basketball team. Robert contrasts that with his own motivation growing up: he simply didn’t want to stay poor. 

Robert also shares one of the most meaningful moments of his life and the best purchase he ever made: buying his father the Cadillac he had always dreamed of owning after immigrating and working blue-collar jobs to support the family.

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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with Robert Herjavec for a wide-ranging conversation about entrepreneurship, risk, and what it really takes to build a successful business.

Robert shares the story of coming to North America as an immigrant with his parents, growing up poor, and the mindset that drove him to succeed. He and Matt discuss the blue-collar work ethic that shaped both of their careers, the importance of sales and communication in business, and why the best product doesn’t always win.

They also talk about Robert’s long-running role on Shark Tank alongside investors like Mark Cuban, including a memorable conversation where Cuban revealed that even at 12 years old he already knew he wanted to become a billionaire and own a basketball team. Robert contrasts that with his own motivation growing up: he simply didn’t want to stay poor. 

Robert also shares one of the most meaningful moments of his life and the best purchase he ever made: buying his father the Cadillac he had always dreamed of owning after immigrating and working blue-collar jobs to support the family.

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      <title>Find the Bottleneck: The One Thing Killing Your Growth with Dr. Alan Barnard</title>
      <description>What actually limits growth in a business?

In this episode of PodCrash, Matt sits down with Dr. Alan Barnard, one of the world’s leading experts on the Theory of Constraints, to break down why most companies stay stuck even when everyone is working hard.

They discuss bottlenecks, decision making, why multitasking hurts performance, and how leaders can identify the single constraint that truly drives results.

If you run a business, manage a team, or feel like progress is harder than it should be, this conversation will change how you think about improvement and growth.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>What actually limits growth in a business?

In this episode of PodCrash, Matt sits down with Dr. Alan Barnard, one of the world’s leading experts on the Theory of Constraints, to break down why most companies stay stuck even when everyone is working hard.

They discuss bottlenecks, decision making, why multitasking hurts performance, and how leaders can identify the single constraint that truly drives results.

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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>What actually limits growth in a business?

In this episode of PodCrash, Matt sits down with Dr. Alan Barnard, one of the world’s leading experts on the Theory of Constraints, to break down why most companies stay stuck even when everyone is working hard.

They discuss bottlenecks, decision making, why multitasking hurts performance, and how leaders can identify the single constraint that truly drives results.

If you run a business, manage a team, or feel like progress is harder than it should be, this conversation will change how you think about improvement and growth.

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      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>3799</itunes:duration>
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      <title>When a Location Faces Closure: CEO Answers the Tough Questions | Ask Matt Anything</title>
      <description>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt concludes the Ask Matt Anything series from the Crash Champions Leadership Summit. He responds to a candid question about a potential location closure, leadership under pressure, and communicating uncertainty with employees. Matt also breaks down his approach to recruiting talent and reveals the standing offer he makes to every Crash Champions team member.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt concludes the Ask Matt Anything series from the Crash Champions Leadership Summit. He responds to a candid question about a potential location closure, leadership under pressure, and communicating uncertainty with employees. Matt also breaks down his approach to recruiting talent and reveals the standing offer he makes to every Crash Champions team member.

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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt concludes the Ask Matt Anything series from the Crash Champions Leadership Summit. He responds to a candid question about a potential location closure, leadership under pressure, and communicating uncertainty with employees. Matt also breaks down his approach to recruiting talent and reveals the standing offer he makes to every Crash Champions team member.

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      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>950</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Building a Family While Building a Company with Mandi Ebert | A PodCrash Valentine's Special</title>
      <description>In honor of Valentine’s Day, Matt is joined by his wife, Mandi, for an honest conversation about what it’s really like to build a family while building a fast-growing company. They talk about how their relationship started, the early days of Crash Champions, and how the demands of leadership have shaped their home life over the years.

Mandi shares her perspective on travel, raising kids while Matt’s role grew bigger, and what it takes to keep a family grounded when work never fully turns off. 

To close things out, Danny puts Matt and Mandi in the hot seat with a lighthearted round of “Who’s More Likely,” and explores whether Matt’s habits at the office show up at home too.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:02:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In honor of Valentine’s Day, Matt is joined by his wife, Mandi, for an honest conversation about what it’s really like to build a family while building a fast-growing company. They talk about how their relationship started, the early days of Crash Champions, and how the demands of leadership have shaped their home life over the years.

Mandi shares her perspective on travel, raising kids while Matt’s role grew bigger, and what it takes to keep a family grounded when work never fully turns off. 

To close things out, Danny puts Matt and Mandi in the hot seat with a lighthearted round of “Who’s More Likely,” and explores whether Matt’s habits at the office show up at home too.

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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In honor of Valentine’s Day, Matt is joined by his wife, Mandi, for an honest conversation about what it’s really like to build a family while building a fast-growing company. They talk about how their relationship started, the early days of Crash Champions, and how the demands of leadership have shaped their home life over the years.

Mandi shares her perspective on travel, raising kids while Matt’s role grew bigger, and what it takes to keep a family grounded when work never fully turns off. 

To close things out, Danny puts Matt and Mandi in the hot seat with a lighthearted round of “Who’s More Likely,” and explores whether Matt’s habits at the office show up at home too.

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Get paid while you learn on the job at Crash Champions: https://step.crashchampions.com/</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2315</itunes:duration>
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      <title>2026 Predictions from CES: What’s Coming Next for Cars and Business</title>
      <description>As Crash Champions looks ahead to the year to come, CEO Matt Ebert hits the floor at CES 2026 to see what’s shaping the future of the industry.

Filmed live from the show, Matt and Danny walk through the latest in automotive technology, AI, and connected vehicles, breaking down what innovations actually matter and which trends leaders should approach with caution. They discuss how technology is changing the way businesses operate, what it means for training and workforce development, and how Crash Champions prepares for rapid change without losing focus on people.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>As Crash Champions looks ahead to the year to come, CEO Matt Ebert hits the floor at CES 2026 to see what’s shaping the future of the industry.

Filmed live from the show, Matt and Danny walk through the latest in automotive technology, AI, and connected vehicles, breaking down what innovations actually matter and which trends leaders should approach with caution. They discuss how technology is changing the way businesses operate, what it means for training and workforce development, and how Crash Champions prepares for rapid change without losing focus on people.

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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>As Crash Champions looks ahead to the year to come, CEO Matt Ebert hits the floor at CES 2026 to see what’s shaping the future of the industry.

Filmed live from the show, Matt and Danny walk through the latest in automotive technology, AI, and connected vehicles, breaking down what innovations actually matter and which trends leaders should approach with caution. They discuss how technology is changing the way businesses operate, what it means for training and workforce development, and how Crash Champions prepares for rapid change without losing focus on people.

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Get paid while you learn on the job at Crash Champions: https://step.crashchampions.com/</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1434</itunes:duration>
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      <title>What Leaders Get Wrong About Managing Gen Z | Ask the CEO Anything: Part Two</title>
      <description>In Part Two of our Ask Matt Anything series, Crash Champions CEO Matt Ebert tackles a question every manager is facing right now: how do you lead and motivate Gen Z employees?

After answering the question at the Leadership Summit, Matt and Danny head back to the PodCrash studio to unpack the idea that “kids these days don’t want to work.” They talk through where that mindset comes from, what younger workers actually value, and how leaders can bridge the gap when multiple generations are working side by side in the same shop or office.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In Part Two of our Ask Matt Anything series, Crash Champions CEO Matt Ebert tackles a question every manager is facing right now: how do you lead and motivate Gen Z employees?

After answering the question at the Leadership Summit, Matt and Danny head back to the PodCrash studio to unpack the idea that “kids these days don’t want to work.” They talk through where that mindset comes from, what younger workers actually value, and how leaders can bridge the gap when multiple generations are working side by side in the same shop or office.

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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In Part Two of our Ask Matt Anything series, Crash Champions CEO Matt Ebert tackles a question every manager is facing right now: how do you lead and motivate Gen Z employees?

After answering the question at the Leadership Summit, Matt and Danny head back to the PodCrash studio to unpack the idea that “kids these days don’t want to work.” They talk through where that mindset comes from, what younger workers actually value, and how leaders can bridge the gap when multiple generations are working side by side in the same shop or office.

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      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>965</itunes:duration>
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      <title>PodCrash Year One: Best Moments and Lessons</title>
      <description>We’ve got one final gift for you: a compilation of the best moments from our first year of PodCrash. Hear inspiring stories and practical advice from guests like Daymond John, Anthony Scaramucci, Jesse Itzler, Gervon Dexter, Jermaine Johnson, and more. Thanks for being part of the journey. We’ll see you in 2026.


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      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:03:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>We’ve got one final gift for you: a compilation of the best moments from our first year of PodCrash. Hear inspiring stories and practical advice from guests like Daymond John, Anthony Scaramucci, Jesse Itzler, Gervon Dexter, Jermaine Johnson, and more. Thanks for being part of the journey. We’ll see you in 2026.


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        <![CDATA[<p>We’ve got one final gift for you: a compilation of the best moments from our first year of PodCrash. Hear inspiring stories and practical advice from guests like Daymond John, Anthony Scaramucci, Jesse Itzler, Gervon Dexter, Jermaine Johnson, and more. Thanks for being part of the journey. We’ll see you in 2026.</p>
<p>
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      <itunes:duration>3361</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Employees Ask Crash Champions CEO Anything: Part One</title>
      <description>What happens when the CEO steps into the hot seat? At the 2025 Crash Champions Leadership Summit, Matt Ebert opened the floor for employees to ask him anything — and they did.

In Part One, Matt talks about how Crash Champions is creating opportunities for women in the collision repair industry, and how hosting PodCrash has changed the way he leads every day.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>What happens when the CEO steps into the hot seat? At the 2025 Crash Champions Leadership Summit, Matt Ebert opened the floor for employees to ask him anything — and they did.

In Part One, Matt talks about how Crash Champions is creating opportunities for women in the collision repair industry, and how hosting PodCrash has changed the way he leads every day.

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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>What happens when the CEO steps into the hot seat? At the 2025 Crash Champions Leadership Summit, Matt Ebert opened the floor for employees to ask him anything — and they did.

In Part One, Matt talks about how Crash Champions is creating opportunities for women in the collision repair industry, and how hosting PodCrash has changed the way he leads every day.

Stay tuned for Part Two, coming soon.

Want more Matt in your life? Of course you do! </p>
<p>
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      <itunes:duration>964</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Jermaine Johnson on Overcoming Setbacks, Faith, and What Hard Work Really Means</title>
      <description>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with New York Jets linebacker Jermaine Johnson for an unfiltered conversation about grit, faith, and rebuilding after setbacks.

From starting at a junior college and appearing on Last Chance U to becoming a first-round NFL draft pick, Jermaine’s story is a masterclass in perseverance. He opens up about flunking out of high school, finding his footing at Independence Community College, learning accountability, and how faith and discipline helped him transform both on and off the field.

Jermaine also opens up about fatherhood, faith, and redefining success beyond football, sharing how he’s preparing for life after the NFL, and what it means to him to be a great dad above all else.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:06:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with New York Jets linebacker Jermaine Johnson for an unfiltered conversation about grit, faith, and rebuilding after setbacks.

From starting at a junior college and appearing on Last Chance U to becoming a first-round NFL draft pick, Jermaine’s story is a masterclass in perseverance. He opens up about flunking out of high school, finding his footing at Independence Community College, learning accountability, and how faith and discipline helped him transform both on and off the field.

Jermaine also opens up about fatherhood, faith, and redefining success beyond football, sharing how he’s preparing for life after the NFL, and what it means to him to be a great dad above all else.
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with New York Jets linebacker Jermaine Johnson for an unfiltered conversation about grit, faith, and rebuilding after setbacks.</p>
<p>From starting at a junior college and appearing on Last Chance U to becoming a first-round NFL draft pick, Jermaine’s story is a masterclass in perseverance. He opens up about flunking out of high school, finding his footing at Independence Community College, learning accountability, and how faith and discipline helped him transform both on and off the field.</p>
<p>Jermaine also opens up about fatherhood, faith, and redefining success beyond football, sharing how he’s preparing for life after the NFL, and what it means to him to be a great dad above all else.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>From Prison to Yale to the Trades: How Darnell Epps is Creating New Pathways for Builders</title>
      <description>On today's episode of PodCrash: 

Darnell Epps spent 17 years in prison, earned his way into Cornell and Yale Law School, and trained as a machinist to understand the workforce from the ground up. He joins Crash Champions CEO Matt Ebert to talk mentorship, second chances, the future of the trades, and how Thurgood Industries is helping rebuild America’s workforce. A powerful episode for shop owners, foremen, and anyone who believes grit can change a life.


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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:10:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>On today's episode of PodCrash: 

Darnell Epps spent 17 years in prison, earned his way into Cornell and Yale Law School, and trained as a machinist to understand the workforce from the ground up. He joins Crash Champions CEO Matt Ebert to talk mentorship, second chances, the future of the trades, and how Thurgood Industries is helping rebuild America’s workforce. A powerful episode for shop owners, foremen, and anyone who believes grit can change a life.


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        <![CDATA[<p>On today's episode of PodCrash: </p>
<p>Darnell Epps spent 17 years in prison, earned his way into Cornell and Yale Law School, and trained as a machinist to understand the workforce from the ground up. He joins Crash Champions CEO Matt Ebert to talk mentorship, second chances, the future of the trades, and how Thurgood Industries is helping rebuild America’s workforce. A powerful episode for shop owners, foremen, and anyone who believes grit can change a life.</p>
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      <title>Built Different: What You Can Learn from Gervon Dexter’s Season (So Far)</title>
      <description>In this first episode of a special PodCrash series, Crash Champions CEO Matt Ebert connects the dots between building a billion-dollar business and building an NFL career.

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. joins Matt for an honest conversation about leadership, accountability, and what it means to grow through change. Gervon explains how he adjusted to new leadership under Head Coach Ben Johnson and Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen, why his chemistry with teammates like Montez Sweat is key to the Bears’ future, and how the defense has found its rhythm through communication and trust.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>In this first episode of a special PodCrash series, Crash Champions CEO Matt Ebert connects the dots between building a billion-dollar business and building an NFL career.

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. joins Matt for an honest conversation about leadership, accountability, and what it means to grow through change. Gervon explains how he adjusted to new leadership under Head Coach Ben Johnson and Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen, why his chemistry with teammates like Montez Sweat is key to the Bears’ future, and how the defense has found its rhythm through communication and trust.

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        <![CDATA[<p>In this first episode of a special PodCrash series, Crash Champions CEO Matt Ebert connects the dots between building a billion-dollar business and building an NFL career.</p>
<p>Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. joins Matt for an honest conversation about leadership, accountability, and what it means to grow through change. Gervon explains how he adjusted to new leadership under Head Coach Ben Johnson and Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen, why his chemistry with teammates like Montez Sweat is key to the Bears’ future, and how the defense has found its rhythm through communication and trust.</p>
<p>He also opens up about fatherhood, staying grounded through tough stretches, and the mindset shift that helped him go from rookie to impact player.</p>
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      <title>Anthony Scaramucci on Reinvention, Resilience and Redemption</title>
      <description>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with entrepreneur, investor, author, and former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci for a raw conversation about reinvention, failure, and the price of resilience.

Scaramucci opens up about his eleven-day stint in Washington, how it reshaped his outlook, and what it really takes to rebuild after public humiliation. He and Matt dig into the lost art of leadership, America’s growing divide between the haves and have-nots, and why empathy and humility matter more than ever. Scaramucci also shares his thoughts on crypto, wealth, parenting, and what it means to live in the present after losing everything.

00:00 Introducing: Anthony Scaramucci

01:37 Discussing 'Lost Boys' Podcast

03:26 Challenges and Successes in Personal and Professional Life

08:06 Parenting and Raising Successful Children

12:38 Anthony's Blue-Collar Upbringing on Long Island

17:47 Entrepreneurial Journey and Resilience

25:24 Leadership and Unity in Business and Politics

26:38 The Erosion of Civic Duty

28:22 The Fragmentation of News Media

30:17 The Cost of Speaking Out

34:18 The Broken Political System

38:59 Understanding Cryptocurrency

46:06 Lessons Learned and Personal Growth

48:45 Rebuilding Relationships

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      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:03:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with entrepreneur, investor, author, and former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci for a raw conversation about reinvention, failure, and the price of resilience.

Scaramucci opens up about his eleven-day stint in Washington, how it reshaped his outlook, and what it really takes to rebuild after public humiliation. He and Matt dig into the lost art of leadership, America’s growing divide between the haves and have-nots, and why empathy and humility matter more than ever. Scaramucci also shares his thoughts on crypto, wealth, parenting, and what it means to live in the present after losing everything.

00:00 Introducing: Anthony Scaramucci

01:37 Discussing 'Lost Boys' Podcast

03:26 Challenges and Successes in Personal and Professional Life

08:06 Parenting and Raising Successful Children

12:38 Anthony's Blue-Collar Upbringing on Long Island

17:47 Entrepreneurial Journey and Resilience

25:24 Leadership and Unity in Business and Politics

26:38 The Erosion of Civic Duty

28:22 The Fragmentation of News Media

30:17 The Cost of Speaking Out

34:18 The Broken Political System

38:59 Understanding Cryptocurrency

46:06 Lessons Learned and Personal Growth

48:45 Rebuilding Relationships

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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with entrepreneur, investor, author, and former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci for a raw conversation about reinvention, failure, and the price of resilience.

Scaramucci opens up about his eleven-day stint in Washington, how it reshaped his outlook, and what it really takes to rebuild after public humiliation. He and Matt dig into the lost art of leadership, America’s growing divide between the haves and have-nots, and why empathy and humility matter more than ever. Scaramucci also shares his thoughts on crypto, wealth, parenting, and what it means to live in the present after losing everything.</p>
<p>00:00 Introducing: Anthony Scaramucci</p>
<p>01:37 Discussing 'Lost Boys' Podcast</p>
<p>03:26 Challenges and Successes in Personal and Professional Life</p>
<p>08:06 Parenting and Raising Successful Children</p>
<p>12:38 Anthony's Blue-Collar Upbringing on Long Island</p>
<p>17:47 Entrepreneurial Journey and Resilience</p>
<p>25:24 Leadership and Unity in Business and Politics</p>
<p>26:38 The Erosion of Civic Duty</p>
<p>28:22 The Fragmentation of News Media</p>
<p>30:17 The Cost of Speaking Out</p>
<p>34:18 The Broken Political System</p>
<p>38:59 Understanding Cryptocurrency</p>
<p>46:06 Lessons Learned and Personal Growth</p>
<p>48:45 Rebuilding Relationships

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      <title>Jay Abraham on Why Most Businesses Fail to Execute and What Drives Human Behavior</title>
      <description>Matt sits down with legendary business strategist Jay Abraham, known as the “Billion Dollar Man” and trusted advisor to leaders like Tony Robbins, Stephen Covey, and Brian Tracy. Jay has helped companies generate more than $75 billion in profits by uncovering hidden assets within existing companies and industries. He also teaches what he calls the Strategy of Preeminence, which is an approach that transforms businesses into trusted brands. He and Matt dive deep into why most organizations fail to execute, how human behavior drives decision-making, and why real growth starts with empathy and clarity, not more hustle. Jay shares timeless lessons on leadership, storytelling, and trust, along with practical ways to think exponentially and build companies that last.

00:00 Meet Jay Abraham: The Billion Dollar Man

01:36 Jay Abraham's Unique Approach to Business

04:19 The Tony Robbins Connection

10:18 The Power of Marketing and Storytelling

21:02 Selecting the Right Clients and Ensuring Execution

28:05 Finding Leverage in Business

28:32 The Roast Story: Breaking Traditions

30:10 Accidental Business Journey

31:23 Introducing Success Approaches

32:24 The Concept of Exponential Growth

34:49 The Strategy of Preeminence

36:56 Understanding Client Relationships

39:58 The Mind of the Market

44:24 Building Trust in Business

48:33 The Joy of Continuous Learning

50:15 Championing Others


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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 07:04:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Matt sits down with legendary business strategist Jay Abraham, known as the “Billion Dollar Man” and trusted advisor to leaders like Tony Robbins, Stephen Covey, and Brian Tracy. Jay has helped companies generate more than $75 billion in profits by uncovering hidden assets within existing companies and industries. He also teaches what he calls the Strategy of Preeminence, which is an approach that transforms businesses into trusted brands. He and Matt dive deep into why most organizations fail to execute, how human behavior drives decision-making, and why real growth starts with empathy and clarity, not more hustle. Jay shares timeless lessons on leadership, storytelling, and trust, along with practical ways to think exponentially and build companies that last.

00:00 Meet Jay Abraham: The Billion Dollar Man

01:36 Jay Abraham's Unique Approach to Business

04:19 The Tony Robbins Connection

10:18 The Power of Marketing and Storytelling

21:02 Selecting the Right Clients and Ensuring Execution

28:05 Finding Leverage in Business

28:32 The Roast Story: Breaking Traditions

30:10 Accidental Business Journey

31:23 Introducing Success Approaches

32:24 The Concept of Exponential Growth

34:49 The Strategy of Preeminence

36:56 Understanding Client Relationships

39:58 The Mind of the Market

44:24 Building Trust in Business

48:33 The Joy of Continuous Learning

50:15 Championing Others


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        <![CDATA[<p>Matt sits down with legendary business strategist Jay Abraham, known as the “Billion Dollar Man” and trusted advisor to leaders like Tony Robbins, Stephen Covey, and Brian Tracy. Jay has helped companies generate more than $75 billion in profits by uncovering hidden assets within existing companies and industries. He also teaches what he calls the Strategy of Preeminence, which is an approach that transforms businesses into trusted brands. He and Matt dive deep into why most organizations fail to execute, how human behavior drives decision-making, and why real growth starts with empathy and clarity, not more hustle. Jay shares timeless lessons on leadership, storytelling, and trust, along with practical ways to think exponentially and build companies that last.</p>
<p>00:00 Meet Jay Abraham: The Billion Dollar Man</p>
<p>01:36 Jay Abraham's Unique Approach to Business</p>
<p>04:19 The Tony Robbins Connection</p>
<p>10:18 The Power of Marketing and Storytelling</p>
<p>21:02 Selecting the Right Clients and Ensuring Execution</p>
<p>28:05 Finding Leverage in Business</p>
<p>28:32 The Roast Story: Breaking Traditions</p>
<p>30:10 Accidental Business Journey</p>
<p>31:23 Introducing Success Approaches</p>
<p>32:24 The Concept of Exponential Growth</p>
<p>34:49 The Strategy of Preeminence</p>
<p>36:56 Understanding Client Relationships</p>
<p>39:58 The Mind of the Market</p>
<p>44:24 Building Trust in Business</p>
<p>48:33 The Joy of Continuous Learning</p>
<p>50:15 Championing Others</p>
<p>
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      <title>Tackling Workforce Challenges and Building Culture with Enterprise VP Mary Mahoney</title>
      <description>When most companies run into an industry-wide challenge, they say, “that’s someone else’s problem.” Enterprise Mobility chose a different path.

In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with Mary Mahoney, Vice President at Enterprise Mobility, to talk about how one of the world’s largest private companies with $38 billion in revenue and 90,000 employees decided to tackle the massive shortage of collision repair technicians head on.

Mary shares her personal story of starting in a Florida branch in 1985, working her way through car washes and rental counters to eventually shaping Enterprise’s national strategy. She explains why culture and mentorship have been the backbone of the company’s growth, and how Enterprise’s Collision Engineering Program is rewriting the blueprint for workforce development.

The conversation dives into how to turn meetings into real problem-solving sessions, why young people actually do want to work if they see purpose, and how female and underrepresented talent are thriving when given the right environment. Mary also unpacks Enterprise’s “people first” philosophy: take care of your employees and customers, and growth takes care of itself.


00:00 Mary's Background and Journey to Enterprise

05:49 Enterprise History and Growth

11:36 Evolution to Enterprise Mobility

14:00 Enterprise's Unique Business Model

32:32 The Collision Engineering Program

40:11 Changing Perceptions About Young Workers

46:56 Future Goals and Call for Support

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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 07:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>When most companies run into an industry-wide challenge, they say, “that’s someone else’s problem.” Enterprise Mobility chose a different path.

In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with Mary Mahoney, Vice President at Enterprise Mobility, to talk about how one of the world’s largest private companies with $38 billion in revenue and 90,000 employees decided to tackle the massive shortage of collision repair technicians head on.

Mary shares her personal story of starting in a Florida branch in 1985, working her way through car washes and rental counters to eventually shaping Enterprise’s national strategy. She explains why culture and mentorship have been the backbone of the company’s growth, and how Enterprise’s Collision Engineering Program is rewriting the blueprint for workforce development.

The conversation dives into how to turn meetings into real problem-solving sessions, why young people actually do want to work if they see purpose, and how female and underrepresented talent are thriving when given the right environment. Mary also unpacks Enterprise’s “people first” philosophy: take care of your employees and customers, and growth takes care of itself.


00:00 Mary's Background and Journey to Enterprise

05:49 Enterprise History and Growth

11:36 Evolution to Enterprise Mobility

14:00 Enterprise's Unique Business Model

32:32 The Collision Engineering Program

40:11 Changing Perceptions About Young Workers

46:56 Future Goals and Call for Support

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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>When most companies run into an industry-wide challenge, they say, “that’s someone else’s problem.” Enterprise Mobility chose a different path.

In this episode of PodCrash, Matt Ebert sits down with Mary Mahoney, Vice President at Enterprise Mobility, to talk about how one of the world’s largest private companies with $38 billion in revenue and 90,000 employees decided to tackle the massive shortage of collision repair technicians head on.

Mary shares her personal story of starting in a Florida branch in 1985, working her way through car washes and rental counters to eventually shaping Enterprise’s national strategy. She explains why culture and mentorship have been the backbone of the company’s growth, and how Enterprise’s Collision Engineering Program is rewriting the blueprint for workforce development.

The conversation dives into how to turn meetings into real problem-solving sessions, why young people actually do want to work if they see purpose, and how female and underrepresented talent are thriving when given the right environment. Mary also unpacks Enterprise’s “people first” philosophy: take care of your employees and customers, and growth takes care of itself.</p>
<p>
00:00 Mary's Background and Journey to Enterprise</p>
<p>05:49 Enterprise History and Growth</p>
<p>11:36 Evolution to Enterprise Mobility</p>
<p>14:00 Enterprise's Unique Business Model</p>
<p>32:32 The Collision Engineering Program</p>
<p>40:11 Changing Perceptions About Young Workers</p>
<p>46:56 Future Goals and Call for Support

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      <title>Game-Changing Leadership Advice You Can Use Today from Lee Benson</title>
      <description>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt sits down with Lee Benson, author of Execute to Win and founder of several multi-million-dollar businesses, to unpack the lessons he’s learned about leading organizations to massive growth. He offers tangible advice that managers and business owners can start using right away, including how to transform meetings from time-wasters into the most valuable part of your week, why most companies confuse activity with progress, and how to connect every team member’s work to what truly drives value.



Lee also shares stories from his journey running businesses, from a small guitar shop to a global aerospace company, and breaks down his MIND Methodology for leaders who want to scale without burning out their teams. Along the way, he highlights why emotional intelligence is the overlooked driver of performance, why clarity beats motivation, and what it really means to “own it” inside an organization.



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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:15:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode of PodCrash, Matt sits down with Lee Benson, author of Execute to Win and founder of several multi-million-dollar businesses, to unpack the lessons he’s learned about leading organizations to massive growth. He offers tangible advice that managers and business owners can start using right away, including how to transform meetings from time-wasters into the most valuable part of your week, why most companies confuse activity with progress, and how to connect every team member’s work to what truly drives value.



Lee also shares stories from his journey running businesses, from a small guitar shop to a global aerospace company, and breaks down his MIND Methodology for leaders who want to scale without burning out their teams. Along the way, he highlights why emotional intelligence is the overlooked driver of performance, why clarity beats motivation, and what it really means to “own it” inside an organization.



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      <title>Chicago Bears DT Gervon Dexter on Leadership, Caleb Williams, and His NFL Journey</title>
      <description>Matt sits down with Chicago Bears Defensive Tackle Gervon Dexter, discussing his meteoric rise from high school basketball to NFL stardom. Gervon shares the emotions surrounding draft day, his transition from basketball to football, the influence of his late father, and the importance of persistence and grit. We delve into his learning curve from high school to college and then to the pros, the invaluable support from teammates, and life lessons he gained along the way. You’ll also hear about Gervon's personal life, including his special bond with his son and the supportive role played by his wife. 



00:00 Intro
01:01 Gervon's Love for Classic Cars
02:21 From Basketball to Football 
05:52 The Influence of Gervon's Father
08:06 Transitioning to Football: The Early Days
13:03 High School Football: The Turning Point
15:19 Coping with Loss and Finding Strength
18:35 The Challenge of College Football
19:02 Balancing High School Stardom and College Realities
19:44 Emotional NFL Draft Day
21:35 Advice to My Younger Self
24:25 Transition from College to NFL
25:10 Rookie Year Challenges and Mentorship
26:02 Team Dynamics and Leadership
28:48 Measuring Progress and Setting Goals
36:27 Personal Life and Support System
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 07:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Matt sits down with Chicago Bears Defensive Tackle Gervon Dexter, discussing his meteoric rise from high school basketball to NFL stardom. Gervon shares the emotions surrounding draft day, his transition from basketball to football, the influence of his late father, and the importance of persistence and grit. We delve into his learning curve from high school to college and then to the pros, the invaluable support from teammates, and life lessons he gained along the way. You’ll also hear about Gervon's personal life, including his special bond with his son and the supportive role played by his wife. 



00:00 Intro
01:01 Gervon's Love for Classic Cars
02:21 From Basketball to Football 
05:52 The Influence of Gervon's Father
08:06 Transitioning to Football: The Early Days
13:03 High School Football: The Turning Point
15:19 Coping with Loss and Finding Strength
18:35 The Challenge of College Football
19:02 Balancing High School Stardom and College Realities
19:44 Emotional NFL Draft Day
21:35 Advice to My Younger Self
24:25 Transition from College to NFL
25:10 Rookie Year Challenges and Mentorship
26:02 Team Dynamics and Leadership
28:48 Measuring Progress and Setting Goals
36:27 Personal Life and Support System
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01:01 Gervon's Love for Classic Cars
02:21 From Basketball to Football 
05:52 The Influence of Gervon's Father
08:06 Transitioning to Football: The Early Days
13:03 High School Football: The Turning Point
15:19 Coping with Loss and Finding Strength
18:35 The Challenge of College Football
19:02 Balancing High School Stardom and College Realities
19:44 Emotional NFL Draft Day
21:35 Advice to My Younger Self
24:25 Transition from College to NFL
25:10 Rookie Year Challenges and Mentorship
26:02 Team Dynamics and Leadership
28:48 Measuring Progress and Setting Goals
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      <title>The Ancient Art of Persuasion and How to Win Any Argument with Author Jay Heinrichs</title>
      <description>Jay Heinrichs has spent decades teaching people how to use language to connect, persuade, and defuse conflict. In this episode of PodCrash, he joins Matt to break down the tools and mindsets that make persuasion work in the real world.

They talk about how to win arguments without leaving scorched earth, why listening is a secret weapon, and how changing your goal from “winning” to “agreeing” can transform tense situations. Jay shares practical ways to read a room, adjust your tone, and frame ideas so they land. He also explains the role of humor in disarming conflict and why storytelling often beats raw facts.

From boardrooms to family dinners, Jay’s advice is filled with examples you can put to work immediately—making this a masterclass in persuasion you won’t want to miss.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 07:17:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Jay Heinrichs has spent decades teaching people how to use language to connect, persuade, and defuse conflict. In this episode of PodCrash, he joins Matt to break down the tools and mindsets that make persuasion work in the real world.

They talk about how to win arguments without leaving scorched earth, why listening is a secret weapon, and how changing your goal from “winning” to “agreeing” can transform tense situations. Jay shares practical ways to read a room, adjust your tone, and frame ideas so they land. He also explains the role of humor in disarming conflict and why storytelling often beats raw facts.

From boardrooms to family dinners, Jay’s advice is filled with examples you can put to work immediately—making this a masterclass in persuasion you won’t want to miss.

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They talk about how to win arguments without leaving scorched earth, why listening is a secret weapon, and how changing your goal from “winning” to “agreeing” can transform tense situations. Jay shares practical ways to read a room, adjust your tone, and frame ideas so they land. He also explains the role of humor in disarming conflict and why storytelling often beats raw facts.

From boardrooms to family dinners, Jay’s advice is filled with examples you can put to work immediately—making this a masterclass in persuasion you won’t want to miss.

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      <title>Jesse Itzler’s Secrets to Building Businesses, Staying Grounded, and Winning at Life</title>
      <description>What do you get when you mix a rapper, a co-owner of an NBA team, a serial entrepreneur, and a guy who let former Navy SEAL David Goggins run his life for a month? You get Jesse Itzler.

In this episode of PodCrash, Jesse invites us into his home in Atlanta and into the mindset that has powered every wild chapter of his life. He shares how he went from cold DMs and handwritten letters to building and selling companies for hundreds of millions of dollars. He opens up about what happens after the big payday, how to stay grounded when success hits, and why caring more than anyone else in the room is still one of the most powerful business strategies.

We talk about the connection between obsession and presence, what he learned from his time with the Atlanta Hawks, David Goggins, and Marquis Jet, and how he’s learned to build real relationships in a noisy world. Jesse also breaks down the habits that keep showing up whether things are taking off or falling apart.



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      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 07:04:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>What do you get when you mix a rapper, a co-owner of an NBA team, a serial entrepreneur, and a guy who let former Navy SEAL David Goggins run his life for a month? You get Jesse Itzler.

In this episode of PodCrash, Jesse invites us into his home in Atlanta and into the mindset that has powered every wild chapter of his life. He shares how he went from cold DMs and handwritten letters to building and selling companies for hundreds of millions of dollars. He opens up about what happens after the big payday, how to stay grounded when success hits, and why caring more than anyone else in the room is still one of the most powerful business strategies.

We talk about the connection between obsession and presence, what he learned from his time with the Atlanta Hawks, David Goggins, and Marquis Jet, and how he’s learned to build real relationships in a noisy world. Jesse also breaks down the habits that keep showing up whether things are taking off or falling apart.



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        <![CDATA[<p>What do you get when you mix a rapper, a co-owner of an NBA team, a serial entrepreneur, and a guy who let former Navy SEAL David Goggins run his life for a month? You get Jesse Itzler.

In this episode of PodCrash, Jesse invites us into his home in Atlanta and into the mindset that has powered every wild chapter of his life. He shares how he went from cold DMs and handwritten letters to building and selling companies for hundreds of millions of dollars. He opens up about what happens after the big payday, how to stay grounded when success hits, and why caring more than anyone else in the room is still one of the most powerful business strategies.

We talk about the connection between obsession and presence, what he learned from his time with the Atlanta Hawks, David Goggins, and Marquis Jet, and how he’s learned to build real relationships in a noisy world. Jesse also breaks down the habits that keep showing up whether things are taking off or falling apart.</p>
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      <title>The College Ripping Up the Rulebook to Stop Student Debt with Aaron Kuecker</title>
      <description>Dr. Aaron Kuecker, president of Trinity Christian College, admits what most higher-ed leaders won’t: the system profits by saddling students with debt, and it’s broken. But instead of defending the system, he’s rebuilding it. Trinity has slashed tuition by 40%, eliminated Wednesday classes to prioritize paid work experience, and formed partnerships that mix trades, business, and liberal arts. In this episode, Matt talks with Aaron about rewriting the college model, why blue-collar pathways need more respect, why blue-collar pathways need more respect, how AI is reshaping education, and what it takes to build something better.

And before we go, Matt’s joined by Danny Briones with a tough question: how sure is he really that A.I. won’t impact trade jobs?




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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 07:06:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Dr. Aaron Kuecker, president of Trinity Christian College, admits what most higher-ed leaders won’t: the system profits by saddling students with debt, and it’s broken. But instead of defending the system, he’s rebuilding it. Trinity has slashed tuition by 40%, eliminated Wednesday classes to prioritize paid work experience, and formed partnerships that mix trades, business, and liberal arts. In this episode, Matt talks with Aaron about rewriting the college model, why blue-collar pathways need more respect, why blue-collar pathways need more respect, how AI is reshaping education, and what it takes to build something better.

And before we go, Matt’s joined by Danny Briones with a tough question: how sure is he really that A.I. won’t impact trade jobs?




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        <![CDATA[<p>Dr. Aaron Kuecker, president of Trinity Christian College, admits what most higher-ed leaders won’t: the system profits by saddling students with debt, and it’s broken. But instead of defending the system, he’s rebuilding it. Trinity has slashed tuition by 40%, eliminated Wednesday classes to prioritize paid work experience, and formed partnerships that mix trades, business, and liberal arts. In this episode, Matt talks with Aaron about rewriting the college model, why blue-collar pathways need more respect, why blue-collar pathways need more respect, how AI is reshaping education, and what it takes to build something better.

And before we go, Matt’s joined by Danny Briones with a tough question: how sure is he really that A.I. won’t impact trade jobs?</p>
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      <title>Spotting Talent and Making Media Legends with Former ABC News Exec Barbara Fedida</title>
      <description>Matt speaks with “talent whisperer” Barbara Fedida on today’s episode of PodCrash. The former ABC News executive shares lessons from a career spent launching media superstars and rebuilding shows like The View. She reflects on her early days working with icons like David Letterman and Ted Koppel, and opens up about risk, reinvention, and the emotional toll of managing talent in high-stakes television.



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      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:10:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Matt speaks with “talent whisperer” Barbara Fedida on today’s episode of PodCrash. The former ABC News executive shares lessons from a career spent launching media superstars and rebuilding shows like The View. She reflects on her early days working with icons like David Letterman and Ted Koppel, and opens up about risk, reinvention, and the emotional toll of managing talent in high-stakes television.



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      <title>Fighting Bureaucracy &amp; AI for Small Businesses with Podium CEO Eric Rea</title>
      <description>Matt sits down with Podium CEO Eric Rea to unpack his journey from pumping gas at his father’s Canadian service station to raising over $400 million for a tech company transforming local business. Eric opens up about his startup’s scrappy beginnings, why bureaucracy kills innovation, and how staying fast and lean gave Podium its edge. He also shares how their AI assistant “Jerry” is changing the way small businesses communicate, and the crazy interactions customers have with him.

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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:11:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Matt sits down with Podium CEO Eric Rea to unpack his journey from pumping gas at his father’s Canadian service station to raising over $400 million for a tech company transforming local business. Eric opens up about his startup’s scrappy beginnings, why bureaucracy kills innovation, and how staying fast and lean gave Podium its edge. He also shares how their AI assistant “Jerry” is changing the way small businesses communicate, and the crazy interactions customers have with him.

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Want more Matt in your life? Of course you do! 
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ebert-7169a5180/

Get paid while you learn on the job at Crash Champions: https://step.crashchampions.com/</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>From Shop Floor to CEO of Multi-Billion Dollar Company ft. Anthony Amunategui</title>
      <description>Welcome to PodCrash! In our first episode, we dive into the story of host Matt Ebert, who went from working in a single collision repair shop to becoming the founder and CEO of Crash Champions, now with over 650 locations nationwide.



To help tell that story, we invited Anthony Amunategui (founder of CDO Group and host of The Future Factory Podcast) into our brand-new studio to interview Matt. They talk about the tough lessons they learned as young managers, how to spot great hires, and the leadership insights that helped them grow businesses and teams. 



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      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Welcome to PodCrash! In our first episode, we dive into the story of host Matt Ebert, who went from working in a single collision repair shop to becoming the founder and CEO of Crash Champions, now with over 650 locations nationwide.



To help tell that story, we invited Anthony Amunategui (founder of CDO Group and host of The Future Factory Podcast) into our brand-new studio to interview Matt. They talk about the tough lessons they learned as young managers, how to spot great hires, and the leadership insights that helped them grow businesses and teams. 



Want more Matt in your life? Of course you do! 

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ebert-7169a5180/



Get paid while you learn on the job at Crash Champions: https://step.crashchampions.com/
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to PodCrash! In our first episode, we dive into the story of host Matt Ebert, who went from working in a single collision repair shop to becoming the founder and CEO of Crash Champions, now with over 650 locations nationwide.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>To help tell that story, we invited Anthony Amunategui (founder of CDO Group and host of The Future Factory Podcast) into our brand-new studio to interview Matt. They talk about the tough lessons they learned as young managers, how to spot great hires, and the leadership insights that helped them grow businesses and teams. </p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Want more Matt in your life? Of course you do! </p>
<p>https://www.instagram.com/mattebertcc/</p>
<p>https://www.facebook.com/MattEbertCC</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/mattebertcc/</p>
<p>https://www.tiktok.com/@mattebertcc</p>
<p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ebert-7169a5180/</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Get paid while you learn on the job at Crash Champions: https://step.crashchampions.com/</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Daymond John on How to Find a Mentor and the Value of Personal Branding</title>
      <description>What better way to kick off PodCrash than with Daymond John, founder of FUBU and Shark Tank star. Host Matt Ebert and Daymond discuss how his entrepreneurial instincts were shaped by his parents and his upbringing in Hollis, Queens, why most successful businesses (even ones like SpaceX) aren’t truly original ideas, and the best way to earn the respect of a mentor. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with the Kardashians in their early seasons, and the bragging rights he now has over fellow Shark Tank investors Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, and Kevin O’Leary after investing in Bombas, the most successful Shark Tank company ever.



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      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 01:02:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>Matt Ebert</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>What better way to kick off PodCrash than with Daymond John, founder of FUBU and Shark Tank star. Host Matt Ebert and Daymond discuss how his entrepreneurial instincts were shaped by his parents and his upbringing in Hollis, Queens, why most successful businesses (even ones like SpaceX) aren’t truly original ideas, and the best way to earn the respect of a mentor. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with the Kardashians in their early seasons, and the bragging rights he now has over fellow Shark Tank investors Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, and Kevin O’Leary after investing in Bombas, the most successful Shark Tank company ever.



Want more Matt in your life? Of course you do! 

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Get paid while you learn on the job at Crash Champions: https://step.crashchampions.com/
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<p><br></p>
<p>Want more Matt in your life? Of course you do! </p>
<p>https://www.instagram.com/mattebertcc/</p>
<p>https://www.facebook.com/MattEbertCC</p>
<p>https://twitter.com/mattebertcc/</p>
<p>https://www.tiktok.com/@mattebertcc</p>
<p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ebert-7169a5180/</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Get paid while you learn on the job at Crash Champions: https://step.crashchampions.com/</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Welcome to PodCrash with Matt Ebert! </title>
      <description>Welcome to PodCrash with Crash Champions' CEO and Founder, Matt Ebert. On PodCrash, Matt dives deep with industry leaders and game changers to uncover their secrets to success and how to build a future for the skilled trades by Championing People.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:45:00 -0000</pubDate>
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