Best Sharky James Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 84: Trigger Warning -> What Can Dealers Learn From Tesla? 20:05

6h ago20:05

20:05

Former Tesla (and Lucid) employee turned dealership consultant, Shannon Gobienko joins Savannah Simms and I for a no-holds-bar conversation about Elon, the DTC model, and everything in between! Press play on this episode to hear our candid conversation about embracing change, creating meaningful customer relationships, and remaining dedicated to se…

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Episode 83: Brother & Sister Team Bring Fast EV Battery Testing to Life 19:59

7h ago19:59

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Meet the brother-sister duo who left their conventional paths to address a critical yet overlooked problem in the EV battery industry: the absence of accurate and quick battery health tests. Steven Chung and Zora Chung from Rejoule are on the show today to talk about their novel approach to using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) to revo…

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Ep. 438: Adobe's Adding Even More of This – and more 37:27

31m ago37:27

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Episode 438 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.…

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Episode 82: Oh, and One More Thing (About Selling Used EVs) 18:28

7d ago18:28

18:28

Scott Case, Co-founder and CEO at Recurrent and Dan Saidy, Director of Variable Operations at The CAR Group (Norm Reeves Auto Group) join me on this episode at the Auto Intel Summit in Cary, NC which dives deep into the world of depreciation, demand, and dealership dynamics that all contribute to a constantly evolving EV market. Oh, and we also tal…

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Episode 81: EVs, Auto Transport and James Bond 13:10

11d ago13:10

13:10

Dan Saidy, Director of Variable Operations at The CAR Group (Norm Reeves Auto Group) and Casey Harmon, SVP at RunBuggy join me at the Auto Intel Summit (AIS+NRC) in Cary, NC to talk about a number of nuances that exists when transporting EVs versus traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. And, to top it off, we also discuss one vitall…

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Ep. 437: Canon Opens RF-Mount...Kinda Sorta – and more 45:22

6d ago45:22

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Episode 437 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.…

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Episode 80: The One Where I Talk To Sharky About BYD and EV Car Rental 16:20

7d ago16:20

16:20

Sharky Laguana, President of the American Car Rental Association (ACRA) a member of the EV Working Group in Washington D.C. and the CEO of Bandago, *explicitly* discusses the challenging transition from ICE to EVs in the car rental industry. I love this conversation so much because Sharky is truly on the front lines of promoting the nationwide shif…

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Episode 79: EV Class Is Now In Session! 18:05

11d ago18:05

18:05

Ron Frawley, Senior Director of Corporate Strategy and Planning at Magna Powertrain, an experienced engineer with over four decades in the field, is our "EV professor" today as we explore the full spectrum of vehicle propulsion technologies. This episode demystifies the transition toward electric vehicles, portraying it as a gradual shift with vari…

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Episode 78: Wired for Success: Upskilling Your Dealership Staff on EVs 22:10

14d ago22:10

22:10

Michael Wood, GM of Checkered Flag Volkswagen, Jaguar and Land Rover and Savannah Simms, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Simms Auto Group (and co-host for today!) join me for this one-of-a-kind episode that you won't find anywhere else. It's no secret that dealerships now have the chance to become pivotal in the EV transition and …

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Episode 77: The EV Charging Mistake You're Probably Making 24:36

19d ago24:36

24:36

Alex Urist, VP of XCharge North America joins me on today's episode to tackle EV charging myths as well as identifying lucrative opportunities (and hurdles) in providing EV charging options for businesses and individual operators alike. Press play on this episode to learn more about the critical factors Charge Point Operators (CPOs) need to conside…

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Ep. 436: Photographers Weigh In...Again – and more 51:25

21d ago51:25

51:25

Episode 436 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.…

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Episode 76: Going Once, Going Twice: The Auction Industry's EV Transformation 17:37

23d ago17:37

17:37

Aaaand SOLD! Kelly Bianchi, President of AuctionVCommerce and Michael Wheatley, Sales & Business Development Manager at Recurrent join me today to talk about the transformation of traditional auto auctions towards a more hybrid experience that supports the evolving EV market. Kelly notes that it's all about enhancing the customer experience for the…

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Episode 75: Watts Up with EV Market Trends and Demand? 20:19

27d ago20:19

20:19

Kraig Quisenberry, VP of Major Accounts at ACV Auctions and Michael Wheatley, Sales & Business Development Manager at Recurrent (and my co-host today!) talk all about EV trends and demand in the EV auction space. Even though some say EV interest is "cooling" among consumers, Michael points out that car-buying site views for EVs surged by 30% in ear…

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Ep. 435: They Want to Nickel and Dime You – and more 44:30

27d ago44:30

44:30

Episode 435 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.…

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Episode 74: EV Battery Health, Auctions and Girl Scout Cookies 17:46

1M ago17:46

17:46

Ashley Roseberry, Strategic Account Director for ACV Auctions and Julie Woo, Head of Product for Recurrent (and my co-host today!) dive deep into the challenges faced by dealers in understanding the auction side of used EVs. Julie emphasized the importance of confidence in the market, citing several key factors that affect EVs, while Ashley added t…

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Episode 73: Where Auto Dealers Stand Now with the EV Mandate 22:06

1M ago22:06

22:06

Mickey Anderson, President of Baxter Auto, is back on the show today to discuss the recent updates to the EPA / EV Mandate as well as the disconnect between consumer demand for EVs and the government mandates set by the EPA. Don't miss this important episode (with one of the most respected franchise dealers in the U.S.) to hear why dealers play a c…

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Episode 72: Is Tesla No Longer Considered a Luxury Brand? With Automotive News 13:53

1M ago13:53

13:53

Executive Editor for Automotive News, Jamie Butters, joins the show today to talk about how Tesla's pricing strategy and market position have led to questions about whether or not it still qualifies as a luxury brand. *Spoiler alert* (Jamie says "no.") According to Jamie and his team at Automotive News, Tesla's lower prices and focus on growth have…

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Ep. 434: They Don't Think You Want This – and more 40:27

1M ago40:27

40:27

Episode 434 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.…

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Episode 71: Have Subscriptions Found a New Home with EVs? Automotive News & DriveItAway 16:24

2M ago16:24

16:24

Paige Hodder, Reporter for Automotive News and John Possumato, CEO of DriveItAway join me for today's episode which delves into the challenges faced by vehicle subscription models in recent years. Many companies, including automakers, either shut down their subscription programs or shifted away from the model due to financial strains. However, ther…

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Episode 70: Unlocking Accessibility: The EV Leasing Equation 14:21

2M ago14:21

14:21

Tarry Shebesta, automotive fintech and leasing legend, (and an incredible chef with impressive knife skills to boot!) joins the show today recorded on-site during the NADA convention. Now a second time president of the National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA), Tarry talks about the organization's mission to promote leasing to consumers and also …

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Episode 69: The Real Reason Why Public Charging is Broken 13:51

2M ago13:51

13:51

Raphael Atayi, Partnerships and Solutions Director at Semtech, dives into the importance of connectivity and uptime in the wild world of public EV charging infrastructure. With social feeds relentlessly filling up with angry Twitter / X comments about broken public charging stations, connectivity and uptime are more critical than ever. I mean, have…

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Ep. 433: Yeah, I Don't Know if I Buy It – and more 44:38

2M ago44:38

44:38

Episode 433 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.…

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Episode 68: From Elio Motors to the Costco of Car Buying 14:32

2M ago14:32

14:32

Paul Elio, founder of Elio Motors, an automotive startup that developed a three-wheeled vehicle (with 84 mpg, made in America and priced for $7,500) turned innovative used car dealer is on the show today with my co-host John Possumato, CEO of DriveItAway. This episode was recorded on-site at NADA in Las Vegas in the "EVs for Everyone Starbucks Livi…

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Episode 67: 2024 Best Cars for Families: US News & World Report 9:19

2M ago9:19

9:19

Curious to see who won US News & World Report's "Best Cars for Families" award this year? More specifically, who took home the trophy for the best EV (and hybrid) for families? Although there's no red carpet for these vehicles to cruise down (although I do love a good couture gown for awards season) press play on this episode to hear John Vincent, …

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Episode 66: Empowering Entry-Level Employees with Electrified Mobility 11:33

2M ago11:33

11:33

Now here's one *hugely* popular EV use case (that's being deployed right now) that you've probably never heard of. Kristy Gebhart, Regional Vice President at Partners Personnel, is on the show today to discuss the importance of personal transportation for entry-level employees and how access to a vehicle can be "life changing." In response to the f…

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Episode 65: What's The Deal With These Mixed Messages About EV Infrastructure? 10:07

2M ago10:07

10:07

Unless you've been living under a rock lately, you've likely heard about the many challenges surrounding EV charging infrastructure. Challenges like the significant costs associated with installing DC fast chargers as well as the confusion caused by changing EV mandates and deadlines. My guest today, Andres Pinter, CEO of BulletEV (and a former aut…

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Ep. 432: Nikon Sees RED...and Likes It! – and more 34:37

2M ago34:37

34:37

Episode 432 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.…

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Episode 64: Check Your Attitude About EVs: A Dealer's Hot Take 20:08

2M ago20:08

20:08

Brace yourself: TWO HUGE Announcements Coming Your Way. Savannah Simms, former General Manager of Volvo Palo Alto and McLaren San Francisco turned Director of Business Development and Marketing for Simms Auto Group, is on the show today and discusses her new role in the recent acquisition of a Ford dealership in Fairfield, CA and the upcoming plans…

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Episode 63: A Retailer's POV: How the Heck We're Selling These Used EVs 14:47

2M ago14:47

14:47

The rollercoaster ride of EV related challenges, misconceptions, and evolving retail trends (recorded on-site at NADA in Las Vegas!) is at the heart of this episode featuring Jimmy Douglas, CEO of Plug and Alex Lawrence, CEO of EV Auto. Or as Jimmy puts it, "the transition to EVs is brutally difficult and not always well organized, but we all need …

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Ep. 431: Passionate Nikon – and more 33:20

2M ago33:20

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Episode 431 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.…

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Episode 62: The One Where We Talk about Tesla, VinFast and Fisker with Glenn Mercer 19:25

3M ago19:25

19:25

Glenn Mercer, independent automotive researcher and former Partner of the Automotive Practice at McKinsey, joins the show today to talk about all the pros and cons of different retail distribution models as it relates to Tesla, VinFast and Fisker. Press play on this *extremely* timely episode as we discuss the benefits of Tesla's direct-to-customer…

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Ep. 430: They Went Wide...and Long – and more 27:26

2M ago27:26

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Episode 430 of the Lens Shark Photography Podcast In This Episode If you subscribe to the Lens Shark Photography Podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us to help make it easier for others to discover the show. Sponsors: - Build Your Legacy with Fujifilm - Shop with the legends at RobertsCamera.com, and unload your gear with UsedPhotoPro.…

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