The David Spisak Show
The David Spisak Show is hosted by David Spisak where he discusses a variety of topics impacting retail automotive, entrepreneurs, investors, and the market.
The Fastest Way to Unlock Hidden Revenue in Fixed Ops with Jim Roche
In this episode, I sit down with Jim Roche, founder and CEO of WarrCloud, a company that quietly built one of the most transformative innovations in fixed ops, and took seven years to bring it to life.
Inside the Room Where the Future of Automotive Is Being Built with Jason Stein
In this episode, I’m joined by Jason Stein, Managing Director at The Presidio Group and host of Cars & Culture on SiriusXM. Together, we pull back the curtain on the third annual Presidio Auto Tech Summit, one of the most exclusive gatherings in the industry, where innovation meets capital and real deals get done.
What Every Dealer Can Learn from a Technician-Turned-GM with Dave Rogers
In this episode, my guest is Dave Rogers, the Director of Fixed Operations at Piazza Auto Group in Pennsylvania. And let me tell you, this one’s a masterclass in earning your stripes in the automotive world.
Stop Limiting Your Used Car Sales!
Here’s the uncomfortable truth: most dealers are unknowingly killing their own used car sales.
The Defining Moments That Shape Great Leaders with Joshua Potts
What happens when a kid who once felt invincible, who made more than his fair share of bad decisions, finds himself leading one of the largest auto groups in the country?
Dealer Consolidation Is Coming: How to Be on the Winning Side with Don Reese
In this episode I sit down with my longtime friend and industry powerhouse, Don Reese. Together, we rewind the tape back to the late ’80s, tracing Don’s unlikely entry into the business and the pivotal decision that changed his trajectory forever.
Are You Building a Legacy or Just a Monument to Yourself?
In this solo episode, I unpack Jim Collins’ timeless lessons from Good to Great—and how they apply to the real-world challenges leaders face today.
The EV Shift That Could Catch Dealers Off Guard with Jimmy Douglas
In this episode my guest is Jimmy Douglas, Founder and CEO of Plug, the first wholesale platform built specifically for pre-owned EVs. Jimmy’s career has taken him from Tesla during some of its most intense years, to now building a company that’s changing how dealers buy and sell used EVs.
The Hard Work Rule: How Jeremy Beaver Built DGDG Into a Top Dealer Group
In this episode, I sit down with Jeremy, CEO of the Del Grande Dealer Group (DGDG), one of the most innovative and people-first dealership groups in the country. We talk about how a kid making cold calls from a phone book grew into a leader shaping one of the most forward-thinking retail automotive organizations in the U.S.
The Dealer’s Advantage: How to Compete with Carvana and CarMax in 2025
We dive into how dealers can win in the used car market at a time when acquiring the right inventory feels harder than ever. You’ll hear how Dom’s unique approach to vehicle acquisition caught the attention of Steve and Chip, why they believe it’s different from anything the industry has seen, and what it means for the future of retail automotive.
Inside the Net Zero Model That’s Saving Dealers Millions with Angelo Mendola
In this episode, my guest is Angelo Mendola, President & COO of Priority Payment Systems Local — a guy whose business success is rooted in something far more powerful than just numbers or technology.
From $0 in 6 Years to 125 Dealerships with Robert Stettler
In this episode, I sit down with Rob Stettler—founder, president, and the driving force behind Clear Car Concepts. From wrenching on lawnmowers in freezing Amish country as a second grader… to running one of the largest automotive accessory install operations in the U.S., Rob’s story is anything but ordinary.
How STELLA AI Is Giving Dealers Back Their Most Valuable Asset: Time with Rich Sands
In this episode, my guest is Rich Sands, CEO of STELLA Automotive AI—a company I’ve had my eye on for a while now. Not just because they were one of the first to embrace AI in their name, but because they’re actually delivering results in an industry full of overpromises.
How to Make Marketing Finally Work for You with John Fitzpatrick
In this episode, I’m joined by John Fitzpatrick, the CEO and Co-Founder of Force Marketing—a company that’s quietly reshaping how some of the largest auto groups in automotive think about marketing, customer lifetime value, and fixed ops growth.
Is This the Year Dealers Finally Face Reality? with Joel Bassam
In this episode, I sit down with Joel Bassam, President of Easterns Automotive Group—a leader who doesn’t just “talk shop” but lives and breathes the used car business at scale.
Is the Car Business Headed for a Meltdown or a Rebirth? with Jonathan Smoke
In this episode, my guest is Jonathan Smoke, Chief Economist at Cox Automotive, someone I’ve wanted to have on the show for a long time. If you’re in the car business, you’ve probably read his reports, quoted his data, or heard his insights passed around. But in this conversation, we go deeper than the numbers.
The Brutal Truth About AI, Advertising, and the Future of Dealerships with Diana Lee
In this episode, I’m sitting down once again with Diana Lee, CEO and Co-founder of Constellation, We talk about why dealers must innovate now—not tomorrow, not next quarter—but right now.
The Hidden Forces Shaping the Future of Car Buying with Glenn Mercer
In this episode, my guest is Glenn Mercer, one of the most respected automotive researchers in the business. Glenn’s ability to break down complex industry trends into practical, real-world insights is second to none.
How to Compete With CarMax and Carvana on Your Own Turf with Rob Ruth
In this episode, my guest is Rob Ruth, Dealer Principal at Bob Ruth Ford in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania — a town of just under 3,000 people — and yet he’s moving over 350 used cars a month.
How Selling Cars Taught Me to Serve a Nation with Senator Bernie Moreno
In this episode, my guest is Senator Bernie Moreno from the great state of Ohio—a fellow car guy whose journey from the showroom floor to the U.S. Senate is nothing short of remarkable.