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Inside the Treehouse

Jeff Jones, CEO of Solution Tree

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Welcome to Inside the Treehouse, a podcast featuring Solution Tree CEO Jeff Jones. In each installment, Jeff will speak with some of the finest authors and professional development presenters in the field of education--on subjects including professional learning communities, response to intervention, assessment, instruction, and leadership. Subscribe to hear cutting-edge ideas presented as each new educational development happens. Inside the Treehouse is the place to be for educators to lear ...
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East Dallas's one and only podcast! There's a lot happening here in East Dallas, so let's talk about it! Hosts Rich and Camille bring you timely conversations from our community. If it's in East Dallas, we talk about it: culture makers; activists and artists; restaurants and bars, businesses and community leaders, students and new comers; and those who love East Dallas! There are a lot of hidden secrets here! Gems you may not even know about! Our job is to highlight those places so everyone ...
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The Car Dealership Guy Podcast Network is your front-row seat to the people, companies, and trends shaping the future of automotive retail—delivered across three focused formats: The Car Dealership Guy Podcast (Tuesdays & Thursdays) Hosted by Yossi Levi, these deep-dive interviews feature top dealers, operators, and innovators driving the industry forward. Daily Dealer Live (Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays) Our live-streamed show, also released here in audio format, brings real-time news, shar ...
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Welcome to the world's #1 essential oils podcast –– where each week, we demystify the world of aromatherapy and make essential oils your no-brainer approach to just about everything. Explore how to use essential oils for better health, toxin-free living, DIY projects, skincare, weight loss, emotional and spiritual health, and more.
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Solving Climate, Naturally

Solving Climate, Naturally

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We are a show about nature’s role in tackling climate change. A new industry is taking shape, and our goal is to host a candid, cross-disciplinary conversation on nature and its role in addressing climate change. We are three friends with diverse backgrounds who met in business school at Stanford and share a common interest in demystifying natural climate solutions. Together, we’ll unpack this growing field and connect the dots across the people and ideas shaping its future. Whether you work ...
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Today's show features: Jeff Swickard, CEO of Swickard Group Glenn Lundy, President of 800% Elite Automotive Club This episode is brought to you by: Meet Mia: Your 24/7 AI receptionist who speaks like a human, not a robot. No more "press 1" - just natural conversations for sales, service, and support. She handles everything from car shopping to appo…
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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Paul LeBlanc, Service Director at Longo Toyota, and Derek Simonds, Executive VP Automotive at Numa. This episode is brought t…
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Today's show features: Ed Roberts, COO of Bozard Ford Lincoln Justin Zane, SVP at OPENLANE Farzad Mesbahi, Content Creator, Ex-Tesla This episode is brought to you by: Meet Mia: Your 24/7 AI receptionist who speaks like a human, not a robot. No more "press 1" - just natural conversations for sales, service, and support. She handles everything from …
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Today I’m joined by Richard Lupo, Fixed Operations Director at Apple Tree Automotive. We dig into why he’s training master techs from the ground up, how streamlining the online service flow drove a 10x jump in appointments, and how Apple Tree goes toe-to-toe with powerhouse neighbors — and more.This episode is brought to you by:1. CDK Global - CDK …
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Real estate is not about contracts or commissions. It is about people. It is about your dreams your needs and finding the right fit for your next chapter. Since 2003 he has been helping clients buy and sell with one simple focus on putting their needs first. With a heart for East Dallas and Uptown and a track record of referrals to prove it he brin…
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Today's show features: Curtis Biggs, General Manager of New Roads Mazda Alex Perdikis, CEO of Koons Motors, Inc. This episode is brought to you by: Meet Mia: Your 24/7 AI receptionist who speaks like a human, not a robot. No more "press 1" - just natural conversations for sales, service, and support. She handles everything from car shopping to appo…
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Today's show features: Chase Channell, General Manager of Victory Honda Jackson Michael L. Wood, General Manager of Checkered Flag/Jaguar Land Rover This episode is brought to you by: Impel – Dealers everywhere are delivering concierge-level customer experiences with Impel's AI Operating System. Learn how to ditch disjointed customer engagement at …
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Today I’m joined by Royce Neubauer, CEO of Auto Hauler Exchange. We dive into how dealers are footing the bill for shipping delays in unexpected ways, how smart operators are turning logistics into a profit center, why fraud is on the rise in the vehicle transport game and much more. This episode is brought to you by:1. DLRdmv – Dealers, are you st…
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Today's show features: Drew Pearlman, General Manager at O'Neil Nissan Don Hall, CEO of Virginia Automobile Dealers Association This episode is brought to you by: Impel – Dealers everywhere are delivering concierge-level customer experiences with Impel's AI Operating System. Learn how to ditch disjointed customer engagement at ⁠https://impel.ai/CDG…
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For our 100th episode, we’re going back to our favorite subject. History. Camille and Rich sit down with Sally Rodriguez from the Dallas Park and Recreation Department to talk about the fascinating story behind White Rock Lake and the parks of Dallas. From its early days to how it became the heart of East Dallas, this episode is packed with stories…
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Today I’m joined by Jessica Stafford, SVP Consumer Solutions at Cox Automotive. We dive into the how car buying behavior is evolving, why consumers are embracing AI faster than dealers and much more.This episode is brought to you by:1. Numa - Numa is the first AI agent platform for auto dealerships. Address communication breakdowns with customers a…
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Today's show features: Lonny Soza, President of Post Oak Motor Cars Jeremy Beaver, CEO of Del Grande Dealer Group This episode is brought to you by: Impel – Dealers everywhere are delivering concierge-level customer experiences with Impel's AI Operating System. Learn how to ditch disjointed customer engagement at https://impel.ai/CDG Interested in …
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Today I’m joined by Greg Smith, VP operations at Leaven Automotive Group. We dive how he became the #1 Volkswagen CPO dealer in Canada, why he’s mystery shopping his own stores every month, his loss-leader strategy behind auction purchases and much more.This episode is brought to you by:1. Uber for Business - With Central, you can request a ride on…
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Today's show features: Brian Benstock, Partner/GM of Paragon Honda & Acura Len Short, CEO of Lotlinx Larry Morgan, Chariman of Morgan Family Ventures This episode is brought to you by: CarNow – CarNow isn’t just about flashy features or marketing buzz. It’s about helping dealers actually sell more. One store moved from a 3% close rate to 30% in jus…
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Today I’m joined by Eric Rea, CEO of Podium. We dive into the state of Dealership AI in 2025, the questions dealers should be asking to stay ahead, why 10% of US dealers are using Podium's AI and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Qmerit - Selling EVs can have a lot of friction points. But home charging installation shouldn’t be one o…
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Today's show features: Gerry Raymond, President of Gerry Raymond Automotive Andy Wright, Managing Partner of VINART Automotive Group This episode is brought to you by: CarNow – CarNow isn’t just about flashy features or marketing buzz. It’s about helping dealers actually sell more. One store moved from a 3% close rate to 30% in just a month by swit…
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This week on What In East Dallas Is Going On?! Rich and Camille sit down with Lauren O’Connor, President of Amplified Minds. It’s a nonprofit rooted right here in Dallas that provides free mental health services for adults. What started in the wake of loss in the local music scene has grown into a powerful community resource. Lauren shares her stor…
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Today's show features: Raul Gomila, General Manager of City KIA of Greater Orlando Devin Daly, CEO at Impel Paul Sansone, Jr, Owner of Sansone Jr's Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Transunion – TransUnion brings clarity to marketing chaos by delivering a 360-degree view of your customer, helping you deepen your insights, accelerate you…
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Today I’m joined by David Thomas, Director of Content Marketing at CDK Global. We dive into why dealership's ease of purchase is crashing right now, why credit denials are racking up, the fate of the EV market post tax-credits and much more. CDK Global’s Q2 Ease of Purchase Study – https://carguymedia.com/cdkglobal CDK Global’s most recent EV study…
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The Chamber Chicks sit down with Scott Crowell for a fun and easy conversation about creativity, community, and what it really means to think differently. Scott is the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Red Racer Advertising and brings years of experience in the world of branding and big ideas. Connect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visite…
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Today's show features: Vinay Shahani, Senior vice president, U.S. Marketing and Sales at Nissan USA Jason Graciano, General Manager at White Plains Honda Nate Brandt, General Manager at Ozark Chevrolet This episode is brought to you by Transunion – TransUnion brings clarity to marketing chaos by delivering a 360-degree view of your customer, helpin…
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Today I’m joined by Johnny Cantrell, Executive Vice President at Shottenkirk Automotive Group. We break down his playbook for installing new operators and setting them up to win, the patterns he’s diagnosed across 29 stores nationwide, the tech powering their inventory ops, and more.This episode is brought to you by:1. Impel - Impel AI helps you dr…
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In this episode of What In East Dallas Is Going On?!, Rich and Camille sit down with Joe Groves, the owner of Ellen’s, one of the most talked-about spots in East Dallas. Known for its classic Southern comfort food and welcoming vibe, Ellen’s recently opened its doors in Casa Linda Plaza, and the neighborhood is already better for it. But Joe is mor…
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Today's show features: Alex Perdikis, CEO-Owner of Koons Motors Alex Lawrence, CEO of EV Auto Brian Wieland, Used Inventory Director at Van Horn Automotive Group This episode is brought to you by Transunion – TransUnion brings clarity to marketing chaos by delivering a 360-degree view of your customer, helping you deepen your insights, accelerate y…
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Today's show features: Andrew Suntrup, Vice President of Operations at Suntrup Auto Group Mike Cavanaugh, Regional Vice President at Lithia & Driveway This episode is brought to you by: Experian Automotive — Wasted advertising spend, undelivered messages, and missed opportunities are just the start of dealers' challenges. Today's consumers expect p…
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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Scott Traylor, Vice President of Sales at Mia, and Tom Eggers, CMO of Covert Auto Group.This episode of the Car Dealership Gu…
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Today's show features: Jonathan Smoke, Chief Economist at Cox Automotive Jeff Zonen, Operating Partner & Executive Manager at Infiniti City of Queens, Infiniti City of Massapequa & KIA City of the Bronx This episode is brought to you by: Experian Automotive — Wasted advertising spend, undelivered messages, and missed opportunities are just the star…
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In this episode, Rich and Camille sit down with Kathleen LaValle, President and CEO of Dallas CASA, for a powerful conversation about the incredible work their team is doing to protect some of the most vulnerable kids in our community. From volunteer advocates to safe permanent homes, Dallas CASA is on the front lines of making sure every child has…
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Today I’m joined by Shane Wood, General Manager at Bruce Titus Automotive Group. We dive into why a shortage of Ford technicians is pushing dealerships into economic warfare, how a service drive bottleneck kills profitability, how he built dealership-wide trust—and more.This episode is brought to you by:1. Cox Automotive - From virtual assistants a…
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Today's show features: Grant Cardone, CEO of Cardone Capital Tina Tasche, Innovation and Technology Specialist at Van Horn Automotive Group This episode is brought to you by: Experian Automotive — Wasted advertising spend, undelivered messages, and missed opportunities are just the start of dealers' challenges. Today's consumers expect personalized…
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Today's show features: Matt Bowers, Owner of Matt Bowers Automotive Group Jade Terreberry, Sr. Director at Cox Automotive (Autotrader) Jake Lebowitz, Dealer Principal at Raceway Auto This episode is brought to you by: Nomad Content Studio – The team behind the dealers you actually see online. Nomad works in your dealership to build a brand new pipe…
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Today I’m joined by Ted Rubin, President of ActivEngage. We dive into why dealers don’t need more leads — they need better ones, the danger from AI that dealers don’t see coming, why a human touch is still the missing peice and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Auto Hauler Exchange - Ship Smarter. Pay Less. No Middlemen. Tired of bro…
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Today's show features: Dennis Gingrich, Sales & Finance Director at The Niello Company Alex Casebeer, GM/Dealer at Capitol Subaru of Salem, Capitol Nissan of Salem This episode is brought to you by: Nomad Content Studio – The team behind the dealers you actually see online. Nomad works in your dealership to build a brand new pipeline of sales drive…
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In this episode of What In East Dallas Is Going On?!, Camille and Rich sit down with the one and only Jeff Swaney, entrepreneur, author, and the man behind Club Clearview, the legendary hotspot that helped define Deep Ellum’s golden era. Jeff doesn’t just tell stories. He lived them. From booking the Red Hot Chili Peppers before they blew up, to la…
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Today I’m joined by Anthony Marino, President of Marino Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram. We dive into his P&L sheet and get a raw view at what drives his business, How he calculates a good investment vs. a wasted expense, the culture rule that drives customer loyalty and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. CDK Global - CDK SimplePay is the onl…
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Today's show features: Todd Caputo, President at Todd Caputo Consulting Jen Morand, President of Chicago Automobile Trade Association Doug Horner (@benzsandbowties), General Sales Manager at Mercedes-Benz of North Olmsted This episode is brought to you by: Nomad Content Studio – The team behind the dealers you actually see online. Nomad works in yo…
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Today's show features: Kyle Coleman, President/CEO of Coleman Automotive Group Harry Campbell, Owner at The Rideshare Guy Cody Harris, Sales Manager at Stephen Wade Auto Center This episode is brought to you by: Podium – Don’t miss another lead. With Podium’s AI BDC, dealerships are seeing an 80% increase in after-hours appointments by handling lea…
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Today I’m joined by Monik Pamecha, CEO and founder of Toma. We unpack why they embedded in Oklahoma dealerships for months, how that groundwork attracted top VCs, and why Toma refuses to build one-size-fits-all AI. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Toma - If your BDC or Service Advisors are buried in calls, it’s time for a smarter solution. Tom…
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Today's show features: Dustin Collins, VP Director of Operations at Bill Kay Auto Group Scott Traylor, Vice President of Sales at Mia Jon Alcorn, Operating Partner at Dogwood Automotive This episode is brought to you by: Podium – Don’t miss another lead. With Podium’s AI BDC, dealerships are seeing an 80% increase in after-hours appointments by han…
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In this episode of What In East Dallas Is Going On?! we step into the elegant world of ballet with Nicolina Lawson, the Executive and Artistic Director of Ballet North Texas and founder of the North Texas Conservatory. Nicolina has dedicated her life to preserving the tradition of classical ballet while pushing its boundaries through innovation, ed…
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Today I’m joined by Ben Faricy, President at The Faricy Boys. We get into his game plan for expanding across Southern Colorado, why he's starting to let go and give his GM's permission to succeed, how hiring a leadership coach was the catalyst unlearning bad habits and much more.This episode is brought to you by:1. Toma - If your BDC or Service Adv…
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Today's show features: Tom Goodwin, Author/Speaker Alan Meyer, Tesla Enthusiast Anna Del Villar, Editorial Lead at Car Dealership Guy This episode is brought to you by: Podium – Don’t miss another lead. With Podium’s AI BDC, dealerships are seeing an 80% increase in after-hours appointments by handling leads 24/7. Instantly respond to inquiries, bo…
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Today's show features: Tully Williams, Fixed Operations Director at the Niello Company David Long, Executive General Manager of Hansel Automotive Group This episode is brought to you by: Lotlinx - Get the best possible market advantage on every vehicle transaction. Optimize operations and boost profits using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine…
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Today I’m joined by Graham Anderson, CCO & Co-Founder of KENECT. We get into how dealers are solving the #1 bottleneck in fixed ops, the best times to text customers, how Gen Z is flipping the script on dealer communications, and more.This episode is brought to you by:1. Qmerit - Selling EVs can have a lot of friction points. But home charging inst…
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Today's show features: Mike Kelley, General Manager of Bourne's Auto Center, Kerri Wise, CMO of Lotlinx, Jeff Ramsey, CMO of Ourisman Automotive Group. This episode is brought to you by: Lotlinx - Get the best possible market advantage on every vehicle transaction. Optimize operations and boost profits using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine…
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Today I’m joined by Barb Edson, CMO of CDK Global. We dive into why post-sale support is becoming the new battleground for dealerships, what tech top dealers are asking for and leaning into, and why a wave of imitators still can’t dethrone the king.This episode is brought to you by:1 . Copart - Are you looking to expand your dealership’s wholesale …
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Today's show features: Eric Barbosa, VP of Variable Ops at Cavender Auto Group, Brett Sutherlin, Owner of Sutherlin Automotive Group, Ned Hennessey, Vice President Dealership Investments @ SURMOUNT This episode is brought to you by:Wrench – Want to boost your gross profits by selling prepaid maintenance, without a service center? This new offering …
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In this East Dallas Chamber segment, the Chamber Chicks sit down with Bre Morris, Founder and CEO of Alchemy Face Bar. Bre shares how she took a foundation in makeup artistry and esthetics and turned it into a multi-location beauty brand redefining the modern spa experience. From launching Alchemy in 2014 to expanding across Colorado and Texas, Bre…
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Today I’m joined by Alan Haig, President of Haig Partners. We get into why tariffs and an uneasy economy aren’t slowing down dealership acquisitions, why new GMs should consider taking on underperforming stores, where profits are headed through the end of 2025—and more.This episode is brought to you by:1. DLRdmv - Dealers, are you still stuck using…
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Camille and Rich take a field trip to one of the crown jewels of East Dallas, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Joining them is Sabina Carr, the Arboretum’s new President and CEO, who stepped into the role just over a year ago and already has big plans in motion. Sabina shares her journey from SMU to leading botanical institutions across t…
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