The Blend Podcast

About The Blend Podcast

Inspiring success from within the community. Join us at the annual conference and networking event for independent garage owners on the 18th October, 2025 in Birmingham.

Publisher

The Blend Podcast

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Jul 2023

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

33 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2026

   OEM Dealer Tools: Mark Webb on his ‘baptism of fire’ navigating OEM platforms

   If you’ve ever unboxed a brand-new dealer tool with little to no instructions on how to get it set up, you’ll know the frustration is real. But as vehicles become increasingly locked down, having genuine OEM access isn’t just an advantage anymore, it’s fast becoming essential. In today’s episode we’re joined by Mark Webb, founder of Garage Vitals, to talk us through all-things OEM tooling ahead of his presentation at The Blend this weekend! The Blend returns to the Eastside Rooms in Birmingham on Saturday, 10th October 2026. Join workshops, industry experts, and trade suppliers for a full day of networking and insights, featuring keynote speaker Rory Sutherland. 👉 Learn more: https://www.theblend.events/ The Blend Podcast is proudly sponsored by Garage Hive and produced by Autotech Communications.

2. 

   7 Sept 2026

   Beyond code: the Garage Hive origin story & the AI roadmap ahead with Ray Dilsons

   In our very first in-person recording, borrowing the studio mics from our friends at the On the Ramp Podcast, host Mike Ruff sits down with Garage Hive Managing Director and the original visionary behind The Blend, Ray Dilsons. AI is dominating industry headlines, but for progressive independent workshops, software is only as good as the measurable value it delivers to the bottom line. In this wide-ranging, candid conversation, Ray unpacks what practical automation actually looks like on the workshop floor today, why traditional dealership software models fall short, and how community-led development continues to change the game for independents. Join us at The Blend 2026! The Blend returns to the Eastside Rooms in Birmingham on Saturday, 10th October 2026. Join workshops, industry experts, and trade suppliers for a full day of networking and insights, featuring keynote speaker Rory Sutherland. 👉 Learn more and book your tickets: https://www.theblend.events/ The Blend Podcast is proudly sponsored by Garage Hive and produced by Autotech Communications.

3. 

   18 Aug 2026

   Built differently: Gary Wood on unlocking hidden neurodivergent potential

   Gary Wood of Intelligent Auto shares his journey of discovering neurodivergence and how it reshaped his perspective on leadership and unlocking potential in the automotive trade.

Who has been a guest on The Blend Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Gary Wood
• Paul Griffiths
• Edward Cockill
• Barry Lawson
• Tim Guidotti

Podcast Authority Score: 16 / 100

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Quality

20

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

30

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Books guests

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