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In this episode, Lucas and David are joined by Kathleen Callahan, who delves into her role in fostering relationships within the automotive industry through her involvement with Women in Auto Care and ACA. Kathleen shares her eye-opening experience of testifying before Congress on HR 906, emphasizing the importance of supporting independent shop owners in the legislative process. The conversation also touches on the impacts of right-to-repair legislation and the need for better collaboration between shop owners and manufacturers. Before you think the automotive industry isn’t for you or consider the legislative impacts on your shop, make sure to tune in!

00:00 Writer's Creative Autonomy

08:32 "Unexpected Heatwave Adventure"

14:44 Female Front Desk Success

15:52 Manufacturer Vision vs. Engineering Teams

25:51 Tent Lunch Tensions Erupt

26:45 Women Leaders in Auto Care

32:39 Florida Lawsuit over Shared Driving Data

37:02 Collaboration Over Conflict in Auto Industry

43:56 Compounding Pharmacies and Price Gouging

48:36 Back Pain, Dispensary, Police Encounter

56:23 Concerns for Vagrants' Well-being

57:27 Missing Person's Human Story

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