Whether you are new to car maintenance or more experienced the struggle of finding a mechanic that you trust is not an easy process. 

Until now. 

In today’s episode we talk to Carmen Kaethler, Carmen is a busy mom of two beautiful girls, as well as a Guider of a Guide & Pathfinder unit for Girl Guides of Canada. She is a founder of Macaroni Kid Publisher Mom where she brings families and local businesses together to grow a community where every family can experience all that the Winnipeg Area has to offer. Carmen loves camping with her kids, and going on road trips in their Dodge Caravan! Listen in as Carmen talks about a time when she wasn’t sure her car would make it home, how she feels empowered with her car, and even how she navigated finding a new mechanic when her trusted mechanic moved away. 

Grab a notebook and pen as we go over the 5 questions you should ask every mechanic to maintain control and feel comfortable about the services you are paying for. You’ll learn how applying these questions will give you confidence and assurance in every car interaction you have. Also, how important it is to trust your instincts when something doesn’t seem exactly right. Listen in as Carmen gives her own advice on how you can confidently handle any car issue that comes your way.

Statistics say that 65% of drivers in the United States are women, so now more than ever we need to step up and take responsibility for our cars and their maintenance!  For more resources or to join our community of strong women empowering each other in car care check out the links below!! 

More of What We Talk About:

• How to prepare for car emergencies when you are alone
• A moment when Carmen realized she needed to learn about her car
• Trusting your instinct and walking away
• How you can find the right mechanic
• 5 Questions to ask your mechanic
• Double-checking your mechanic’s work 
• Why you should never agree to something that’s not on paper
• Showing up with confidence even if you don’t feel it
• A moment Carmen felt empowered with her car
• Carmen’s dream car
• And much more!

LINKS:

 Website:

• https://ladieskarcare.com 

Social:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare/

• Instagram:http://instagram.com/ladieskarcare

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:14 Welcome back, get to know Carmen!
• 1:28 A scary car situation Carmen lived through
• 3:42 Learning the ins and outs of your car is key
• 6:40 Never be scared to walk away
• 8:33 Finding the right mechanic
• 14:28 A surprising stat about female drivers
• 15:00 A time when Carmen felt empowered with her car
• 17:18 Lean into your discomfort and learn more about your car
• 17:57 Carmen’s favorite car
• 20:23 Don’t forget to join our community!

When you were a kid you probably heard the saying “knowledge is power.” It is not until you become an adult that you understand how true that saying actually is. Knowledge has the ability to help you out of a sticky situation, it can help prevent being taken advantage of, it can help you make more informed decisions and so much more.

When it comes to cars, we know that education is important for our safety on the road but empowering yourself with automotive knowledge can seem like a daunting task. What if there was a way to learn what you needed to without having to become a car expert or know every part of your car bumper to bumper?

On today’s episode, we talk with Gwendolyn Gay a content creation strategist and coach, TV host, and acting founder of Simplified Content. Gwendolyn is a wife and mother of two, she enjoys taking road trips with her family and learning more about maintaining her vehicle. You’ll hear from Gwendolyn about how she knew when it was time to take responsibility for her car and how she navigated the struggle of back and forth with mechanics who thought they could take advantage. 

Listen in as we talk about the time Gwendolyn felt empowered by fixing her own car with no experience whatsoever, as well as advice on how you can gain confidence and learn about anything you want, and how you may even empower others when you step out and learn something new! 

You may want to share this with a friend because it is packed with fun and encouragement to step out and learn more about your car. To learn more about Gwendolyn and follow her journey check out the links below!

More of What We Talk About:

• What it is like owning a truck as a petite woman
• How she learned how to maintain her car
• The moment when Gwendolyn had to take responsibility for her car
• Researching your car before taking it into the shop
• Knowing when they are pushing something you don’t need
• A moment when Gwendolyn felt empowered with her car
• How simple research fixed a year-long problem
• Growing a thick skin in a male-dominated industry
• Gwendolyn’s advice for ladies who want to learn more about cars
• And much more!
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LINKS:

Connect with Gwen:

• Youtube: https://youtu.be/7rJJNCiuPS8I
• Insta: https://instagram.com/simplifiedcontent?igshid=2gre6qdgoh4v
• Website: https://www.simplifiedcontent.com/links

Website:

• https://ladieskarcare.com 

Social:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare/
• Instagram:http://instagram.com/ladieskarcare

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:02 What to expect today
• 0:46 Getting to know Gwendolyn 
• 1:42 What kind of car Gwendolyn drives 
• 2:11 Gwendolyn’s trip from California from Florida
• 4:12 Learning the lingo of your car
• 5:30 Empower yourself with knowledge
• 6:56 How a tiny screw saved thousands of dollars
• 11:04 We all start at the same place with cars
• 14:55 Gwen’s advice for the ladies 
• 17:14 Never be afraid to ask questions
• 17:44 Gwen’s dream car      

Taking on a new challenge can be daunting especially if it’s something as extensive and deep as car care. When Irving and I started this business together we, or should I say I had no idea what we were doing. But we’ve found that even when we’re still learning our ideas, visions, and projects have made us move faster than ever before! 

Today on Ladies Kar Care Talk Show we have an amazing couple Emily and Aaron Reeves from Flying Sparks Garage. Emily and Aaron began their journey when they started their Flying Sparks Garage Youtube channel where they build cars while enjoying each other and learning new things. Over the years they have gained a faithful following of car enthusiasts and anyone who wants to learn more about cars.

Listen in as we talk about how Emily began her interest in cars leading to the creation of Flying Sparks Garage and the moment Aaron realized he wanted to share the moment with his wife. You’ll learn about the power of making mistakes, pushing past your fears, and understanding what makes your spouse come alive to create growth and trust between you both. 

Whether you want to start a business, or you just want to spend more time together we hope you gain encouragement to step out and upgrade your relationship and your whole life! 

To learn more about Flying Sparks Garage and the Reeves, check out the links below, and if you enjoyed this episode share with friends and family! 

More of What We Talk About:

• How Emily and Aaron began their journey 
• The moment Emily got into cars 
• The beginning of Flying Sparks Youtube
• Navigating the challenges of working with your spouse
• Why you should create trust with your spouse in every situation
• Understanding each other’s talents to upgrade your workflow
• The benefit of growing together
• Learning and honoring your different personalities
• Pushing past your fears to grow faster
• How working with your spouse can create family values
• And much more!

LINKS:

• Flying Sparks Garage Insta
• Flying Sparks Garage Youtube
• Emily Reeves Insta

Website:

• https://ladieskarcare.com 

Social:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare/
• Instagram:http://instagram.com/ladieskarcare

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 2:30 Meet Emily and Erin 
• 4:23 How our passion for cars all began
• 6:50 Working on cars together at an early age
• 10:30 Adventures on a hot rod power tour
• 12:50 Being camera shy and overcoming
• 14:40 The power of video: Bringing families into the garage
• 18:17 Working with your spouse 
• 23:19 How to manage mechanics
• 26:36 Knowing your spouse more intimately
• 28:55 Being honest: The best way to earn your viewers trust
• 30:25 Going to SEMA
• 32:13 How to connect with Emily and Erin 
• 37:57 Advice for women in the garage

Aliana Matos Mom of 1 beautiful boy. Health Coach specializing in Conscious Eating. Share how she finds out ways to feel confident in repair shops and stop by been taking advantage of.

LINKS:

• Website: ladieskarcare.com
• Follow us on Instagram: Instagram.com/ladieskarcare
• Join our community group! www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare

QUICK EPISODE SUMMARY

• Get to know Aliana
• Aliana’s dealership horror story 
• The perceptions of women in the auto industry 
• The power of stories
• What the auto industry can learn from the medical industry 
• How Aliana learned how to check her oil
• One of the best things about our community
• Why every woman has the ability to be a car expert 
• Creating a legacy through car care
• Aliana’s dream car

Justin Guarini’s almost 30-year career on the stage and screen includes the first season of American Idol where he performed in front of 30 million viewers each week, starring roles in 6 Broadway productions, as well as his wildly popular character “Lil’ Sweet” as seen on national Diet Dr. Pepper commercials for the past six years.

In addition to being a sought-after performer, he has mentored performers across all aspects of entertainment and helped them achieve the success they deserve in a challenging industry. Now, Justin has created Profit Under Pressure, LLC to serve an ever-growing list of influencers and entrepreneurs who have come to him for high-performance coaching. Justin’s “Core Confidence™️ Method“ has unlocked deep and lasting passion, fulfillment, and joy for an ever-growing list of clients.

LINKS:

• Website: ladieskarcare.com
• Follow us on Instagram: Instagram.com/ladieskarcare
• Join our community group! www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare

QUICK EPISODE SUMMARY

• What to expect today
• Get to know Justin
• When Justin was on American Idol
• Let’s talk about confidence 
• What to do when you feel like you are at a disadvantage 
• The four skills of core confidence 
• How clarity plays into your confidence 
• What story are you listening to?
• Learned helplessness
• What Justin has learned raging a Teenage daughter
• Restoring wonder in every area of your life
• The ROI of teaching your kids manual skills
• Learning how to trust yourself
• How Cindy creates opportunities for her children to learn
• Justin’s final tips on remaining confident

Do you need a little inspiration today? This episode is for you! Listen in as we talk to Nascar tire specialist and mechanic Liz Prestella.

She a full-time mechanic with the 37 cup car of Chris Buescher at JTG racing.  She is the tire specialist and travels the full cup schedule which is 38 races between February and November.  She has been working in NASCAR since 2012 when she started working on the track team for Jennifer Jo Cobb.   

She drops by our podcast to chat about what it's like to be in a male-dominated industry, What she has learned in building her carrier, and how she did it.

LINKS:

• Website: ladieskarcare.com
• Follow us on Instagram: Instagram.com/ladieskarcare
• Join our community group! www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare

QUICK EPISODE SUMMARY

• Get to know Liz!
• How Liz’ love for cars began
• What it’s like to work in a male-dominated industry 
• Liz’ favorite memory working with Nascar
• How Liz is helping women be more comfortable at work
• Advice for any women who want to get into the auto industry
• Why Liz loves racing and Nascar
• How many races Liz does a year
• How Liz’ parents responded to her dreams
• How to connect with Liz

Cathy Droz - A New York native living in Arizona, Cathy has spent over twenty-five years in the automotive industry focusing on the fair treatment of women in sales and customer service.

She is a recognized automotive journalist, (test-driven over 582 vehicles) media personality, marketing and branding specialist, and sought-after speaker, trainer (HER Academy). She is the author of " A Woman's Guide to Buying a Car with confidence and street smarts" Don't Let these High Heels fool you.

Her new E-Book " How to buy a car in your Pajamas" will be available soon where she emphasizes the buying power of women and enlightens the Automotive related industries on how important customer service is to the female buyer even more than pre-pandemic!!! Mother of three, grandmother of nine all living nearby and participate in her reviews and videos.

She will be an educational speaker for NADA (National Automotive Dealers Association) this February virtually.

Listen in as we talk all about Cathys journey and more!

LINKS:

• Website: ladieskarcare.com
• Follow us on Instagram: Instagram.com/ladieskarcare
• Join our community group! www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare

QUICK EPISODE SUMMARY

• Get to know Cathy Droz
• How Cathys learned to negotiate
• How Cathy is passionate about teaching women
• How men and women buy differently
• What  most people don't know about warranties
• Practical ways Cathy is supporting women in the industry
• Cathys favorite customer story
• The auto industry is not just a men's club
• How to find great machines in your own community
• How to connect with Cathy

On Today's episode, I have the opportunity to chat with Athena Staton, Founder of Shecar! Find out how she empowers women by providing honest and transparent information about the cost and condition of cars and how to buy them online.

LINKS:

https://shecar.com

Connect with Cindy:

• Website: ladieskarcare.com
• Follow us on Instagram: Instagram.com/ladieskarcare
• Join our community group! www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare

QUICK EPISODE SUMMARY

• Meet Athena!
• How She Car came to be
• Why Athena is passionate about helping women
• An example of how Athena helps women save money
• Be prepared to walk away
• The difference between maintenance and repairs
• Way’s to find the history behind your car
• Keep track of your maintenance 
• Recourses for new car buyers
• Setting the tone for proper maintenance
• Athenas favorite car

Audra Fordin aims to connect busy women with auto shops that are willing to earn their trust. She is a certified mechanic, owner of Great Beat Auto Repair in New York City, and the CEO of Women Auto Know.

LINKS:

• Website: ladieskarcare.com
• Follow us on Instagram: Instagram.com/ladieskarcare
• Join our community group! www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare

Connect with Audra Fordin:

• www.womenautoknow.com
• youtu.be/v5cmvhvteNw

QUICK EPISODE SUMMARY

• Everything you need to know about Audra Fordin
• Why 'Women Auto Know' was founded 
• One reason supporting women in the car world is important
• A stigma that has hindered many women 
• A tip on how to empower people
• The one thing Audra does to make cars simple to understand 
• Understanding your car is like understanding your life 
• Powerful tips to demystify car language
• Audra’s favorite thing that happens for her clients 
• Four powerful philosophies that run Audra’s company 
• The driver’s checklist that Audra has created for car owners
• The unique way Cindy discovered Audra 
• Audra’s experience going undercover in auto shops and what she found
• The advice Audra would give all car owners
• How the auto industry is changing 
• Audra’s path to success in the auto industry 
• One important thing that has a role in success
• Tips to help your kids be empowered car owners 

Welcome, back! Today learn my 8 tips on how to avoid getting taken advantage of at a mechanic shop.

LINKS:

• Website: ladieskarcare.com
• Follow us on Instagram: Instagram.com/ladieskarcare
• Join our community group! www.facebook.com/groups/ladieskarcare

QUICK EPISODE SUMMARY:

• Welcome back! 
• This episode is key for any women who never want to get ripped off again
• The Eight Tips you need to know
• Know your car
• The importance of your owners manual
• Trust your intuition 
• There are no monsters under the hood
• Don’t rely on someone else to know your car
• The steps to take so you can find a good mechanic 
• Get your estimate on paper
• Ask for your old parts
• Doubt check the warranty 
• Understand all your options
• You don’t have to be an expert
• A sneak peek at