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Father of three evil geniuses, Brazilian jiu jitsu devotee, Student of life, and Host of the Greg Carrasco Show - the most influential and largest Automotive radio show in Canada! Greg is also President and CEO of Wild Wolf Enterprises, as well as Vice President of Operations and General Manager of Oakville Nissan and Oakville Infiniti. #somethingshappeninghere

Greg Carrasco


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    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 217

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 169:19


    Greg's guest is Gabriel Friedman, Staff Writer and Auto Reporter for the Financial Post, and they discuss how to fix the Canadian Auto Sector and how the Federal Appeals Court allowing Trump tarriffs to continue affects the industry. They also discuss what it would mean to Canada if it opened up the market to Chinese EVs.Greg and Lex also discuss a number of topics, including their experiences with road rage!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 216

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 136:38


    It's Greg's first show after his wife gave birth, and we celebrate all good mothers this weekend! It's also the first show after the Canadian federal election and Greg welcomes Viva Frei, YouTuber and commercial litigator, and they process why Pierre Poilievre lost the election, and how now-elected Prime Minister Mark Carney handled himself with American President Donald Trump.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 215

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 57:54


    It's the weekend before the Canadian Federal Election and Greg talks to Slacker Nation about different issues in the Conservative and Liberal campaigns, and the implications of either party winning on Monday. To further process those ideas, Greg welcomes Bryan Passifume of the Toronto Sun.Greg also brings up the issue of the rampant car theft problem plaguing Ontario and the re-stamping of Vehicle Identification Numbers on stolen cars with Shawn Vording, President of CARFAX Canada

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 215

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 146:55


    It's Easter weekend, and Greg and Lex reflect on the significance of this weekend in their Christian faith and also discuss the Canadian federal election, the problems with the polls and who they think will be the Prime Minister-Elect in two weeks.David Menzies from Rebel News joins the show to talk about the electoral race after the debates and takes Slacker Nation's calls alongside Greg!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 214

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 146:01


    Wednesday was "Liberation Day" in the United States, and with Donald Trump's tariffs taking effect, including on the automotive sector, Greg breaks it all down. Is Donald Trump doing the right thing? Is all of the public outcry warranted? Has anything actually changed?Guests for today's show:Brian Pirvu, Government Relations Consultant for CAA South Central Ontario, to discuss CAA's Worst Roads Campaign.Plus, Scott Powell, Senior Fellow with the Discovery Institute, reacts to the ongoing war against Elon Musk and Tesla.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 213

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 146:40


    Greg welcomes multiple award winning automotive and motorsport writer, Stephanie Wallcraft. She is 2024 Canadian Automotive Journalist of the Year and formerly was the  president of the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada. Greg and Stephanie talk about U.S. President Donald Trump's recent auto tariff announcement/how it will affect Canada's automotive industry.Greg also chats with Slacker Nation about issues regarding the upcoming Canadian federal election, lithium batteries for EVs and more!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 212

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 147:59


    Greg welcomes Braeden Sorbo, the author of Embrace Masculinity: Lifting Men Up In A World That Pushes Them Down to chat about the decline of masculinity in the culture of the last 40 years and 5 things that a man can do to embrace the masculine role innate inside him and see immediate results in his life. Braeden is also an actor and cultural commentator with over two million social media followers.Greg also asks Slacker Nation if social media and other personal uses of the internet should be banned at work in order to focus truly on being productive on the job, and why the idea of balance in life is not practical when you're still growing and building your success.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 211

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 143:46


    Miranda Payette, Founder and Lead Automotive Marketing Consultant of Purpose Automotive. They chat about the influence of social media on the car industry and the consumer's car buying journey.Dr. Zeshan Sheik, the CEO of Vityl Men's Health Clinic talks about men's health issues; the importance of regular medical checkups, testosterone levels, and how aging affects the prostate.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 210

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 144:54


    Greg welcomes Michael Benoit, Associate Director of Waterloo Centre for Automotive Research as they talk about 3D printing in automotive industryGreg also converses with Mandy Deveau, marketing Manager of DriveHRIS, chatting about the current pause on auto sector tariffs, what that means for buying a car, and how it affects Canadians and Americans.Greg also chats with Slacker Nation about how Trump and Trudeau's styles of leadership are affecting their respective countries.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 209

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 146:35


    It's been 2 days since the Ontario provincial election was completed (and called within 5 minutes of polls closing in Ontario!) and Greg talks about it with Slacker Nation!Also chatting with Greg about the election is Daniel Bordman, Senior Correspondent for The National Telegraph, providing insight with laughs about the results of the recent election.Neda Niaki, Managing Partner of Fierce Media joins the Carrasco Show and talks about how the rise of digital platforms has changed the car-buying experience and made it more personal!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 208

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 147:26


    On a show dedicated to men's health and masculinity, Greg welcomes Jason Figliano of Canadian Black Belt Academy and Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng of Sauga 960 AM's "Prevention over Prescription." They talk about how a healthy lifestyle for men as they age may need to include more testosterone than family doctors may tell you, how important it is to maintain your best health before injury or illness happens. They also talk about the importance of strong, masculine fathers in raising the next generation of men and how that makes society stronger.Greg and Lex also talk about how Chantal Kreviazuk's rendition of "O Canada" hurt the reputation of Canada and put a damper on an otherwise joyful night for Canadians and the game of Hockey itself.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 207

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 151:40


    On this Canadian Flag Day, Greg talks with Slacker Nation about what it means to be Canadian, what do Canadians pride themselves on and how we should go about expressing love of country. This comes off the heels of U.S President Donald Trump and his remarks about making Canada the 51st State.Greg talks with Brian V. Larson, PhD: Interim associate dean for graduate business programs, Widener University, talking about how automakers decide which features, designs, and technologies make it into new cars.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 206

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 154:56


    Dr. Rainer Zitelman, Rainer Zitelmann, German historian, sociologist and multiple bestselling author of The Origins of Poverty and Wealth as they talk about the capitalism and free markets have proven that it is the quickest way to lift a nation out of poverty, and why socialists' and communists' view of the world does not.Sylvain Gagnon, Associate professor of psychology for the University of Ottawa, as they chat about how age affects driving abilities, and what we can do if we find ourselves or our loved ones in this situation.Greg also drops some gold nuggets about how sales and dating have similar if not the same transferable skills that will benefit each other.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 205

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 154:47


    Greg's brother Moises comes back for some more guitar stylings with producer Lex crooning away... but Greg also gets in on the vocal fun and unleashes his inner singer! Slacker Nation and friends also come out in full force with itchy dialing fingers eager to talk to the Number One Slacker!Greg's guest: Linda Nazar, Senior Canada Research Chair in Solid State Materials and Distinguished Research Professor of Chemistry at the University of Waterloo

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 204

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 155:53


    Greg has a special guest in-studio for this show: his brother from Chile, Moises! Not only is Moises Greg's brother, but he is also a music ministry coordinator at his church back home, and in this episode he provides musical interludes coming back from the radio breaks. Producer Lex also joins in on the fun!Greg, Lex and Slacker Nation talk about Trump's first week back in the White House, the use of expletives in daily life and how the language you grew up with affects the way you view expletives from other languages, and much more!Greg also welcomes Gary Prenevost, Multi-Unit Franchisee, Keynote Speaker, Franchise Consultant, and Award-Winning Author of The Unstoppable Franchisee and they discuss entrepreneurship and how that can unlock your potential for wealth and prosperity!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 203

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 152:50


    Greg is back from Cancun and providing insight for the car sales industry as well as general life advice when it comes how to look at and deal with anxiety. Slacker Nation comes out to discuss and try to refute Slacker Number 1.Greg also welcomes Michael Letts, Founder, President, and CEO of InVest USA and they chat about the upcoming inauguration of United States President-Elect Donald Trump and Vice-President J.D. Vance and the security issues surrounding the event.The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 202

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 202

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 151:31


    The Day of GrievancesIn today's episode, Greg dives into the chaos, discussing everything from politics to the LA fires. He's also opening the lines to hear from his usual callers—and even some new ones, all the way from Florida!It's a mix of heated topics and unforgettable rants. You can't make this stuff up! Don't be a slacker—tune in now!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 201

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 150:01


    he first show of 2025 is a big one with Sauga 960's afternoon drive host Richard Syrett in-studio and Todd Bourgon of the Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario calling in as they discuss a myriad of topics, including:- the recent developments in culture and society and how "traditional" values have now become the counter-culture that Generation Z/post-millennial youth have come to embrace- the tumultuousness of Canadian politics, and the increased calls from Justin Trudeau's own party to step down as Prime MinisterGreg takes Slacker Nation's calls during the "Hour of the Grievances" and quizzes his producer, Lex Tan about his New Year's resolutions!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 200

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 149:46


    On the last episode before the Christmas Break, Greg brings in the love of his life, Carina, into the studio to hang out with him and producer Lex Tan. The three in the studio talk about what they're thankful for and what makes this year's Christmas special to each of them, and things get real in the studio!Greg's guests also drop truth bombs while entertaining you and making you laugh:- Daniel Bordman, Senior Correspondent for The National Telegraph - They chat about the crisis in the federal government, Justin Trudeau's Liberals falling apart, and Jagmeet Singh's role and culpability in the crisis.- Brian Reisinger, author of Land Rich, Cash Poor: My Family's Hope and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer - They talk about the problems with the Canada-USA-Mexico borders and how it is affecting the agricultural system, the "family" feud between Canada and the United States particularly between President-Elect Donald Trump and (as of this show) incumbent Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 199

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 149:02


    Greg hosts an eventful show as Slacker Nation calls in to talk politics, cars and more... including a chance to win tickets to a Toronto Raptors game!Greg's Guests:- Jay Goldberg of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation:They talk about partisan ads, the housing crisis and what Canada's First Ministers should do.- Bryan Passifiume of the Toronto Sun: They talk about the latest firearm "buy-back" program from the federal Liberals, traffic congestion in Ontario and the homeless crisis.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 198

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 150:00


       Greg begins today's show by recapping a busy week, which included a Michelin Star birthday dinner. Plus, inspired by all of the level-ups at Octa BJJ last night, Greg sheds some light on working in car sales, and explains how working up the ranks in the industry is much like working towards belts in BJJ.Then, Greg welcomes on a very special guest, OPP Sergeant Kerry Schmidt. Kerry shares some winter driving safety tips, and highlights the importance of winter tires.Plus, Greg receives a special call from Rebel News Mission Specialist David Menzies.In the final hour, Jay Beeber, Executive Director of Policy at the National Motorists Association, joins the show to discuss a variety of topics, including speed limits, red light cameras, & much more.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 197

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 147:42


    It's Greg's birthday weekend on the show, and Slacker Nation comes out to wish him a happy birthday and chat! Greg gets a surprise call from David Menzies of Rebel News, and they chat about companies that are distancing themselves from DEI policies, and contrasting that with the ones who keep them.David Kennedy of Automotive News Canada also chats with Greg about the heightened tariffs that US President-Elect Donald Trump announced earlier this week that could have an impact with Canada and Mexico.Sent from my iPhone

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 197

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 147:43


    Greg makes a big announcement regarding a big change in his life and career! (Don't worry, he's still going to be available to talk to Slacker Nation!) Greg also has one of his favorite slackers, Chris, on the show for a full hour and Todd Bourgon, friend of the show calls in for some next level trolling!Greg also welcomes Leighton Grey of the "Grey Matter" podcast as he and Greg discuss the future of Canada in terms of its nuclear power potential, as well who and what is holding back what could be a boon for the Canadian economy!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 196

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 151:21


    Greg talks about the Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight from the night before, shares about his ongoing faith journey, and continues to talk politics with Slacker Nation!Greg welcomes:Bill Walton, host of "The Bill Walton Show" and chair of the Resolute Protection Foundation as they talk about President-Elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks ahead of his inauguration;Brian Turner of Driving.ca and Joe David of Woodbine Nissan as they chat about winter driving, the importance of winter tires, optimal brakes and safe driving habits to help you navigate through the winter months!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 195

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 153:11


    In the wake of Donald Trump's historic election win in the United States, Greg welcomes on three great guests to recap a busy and eventful week.Edward Bartlett, President of the International Council for Men and Boys (ICMB), a non-governmental organization working to assure gender equality for all, discusses how Kamala Harris's anti-male sexism drove men from the democratic fold.Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, shares how Donald Trump's win affects the automotive and energy sectors.Drew Allen, Author of “America's Last Stand: Will You Vote to Save or Destroy America in 2024”, and host of “The Drew Allen Show” Podcast, says this is the greatest triumph in America since the Civil War.And of course, slacker nation fills up the phone lines sharing their thoughts on the election.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 194

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2024 150:53


    Greg talks about the American election with producer Lex Tan, and Slacker Nation!Greg also welcomes special guest, Canadian lawyer Viva Frei, as they talk about the big issues surrounding the upcoming election between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 193

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 150:59


    Lots of guests on this show as Greg talks to- Jil McIntosh of Driving.ca she talks about her experience as a former taxicab driver and her criticisms of Ride Sharing programs in light of driverless, automated cabs-  Jay Goldberg of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation and the effects of governments giving taxpayer money to corporations and how that affects the population- Dean Langan and Gavin Wiggins, the makers of "DieSlo" Sauces, which put a much healthier spin on sauce. Go to diesel.xyz and use promo code GETWILD25 to get 25% off your purchase!Sent from my iPhone

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 192

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 129:13


    On a special episode of the Carrasco Show, Greg takes the show on the road to Niagara Falls at the Automotive Conference and Expo and discusses the latest issues and topics in the automotive industry with the A+ players in the industry.Greg's Guests:Todd Bourgon - CEO, Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario (MVRO)Fronk Notte - Director of Government Relations, Motor Vehicle Retailers of OntarioFrancine Floreani - Dealer Principal of Great Leakes Honda and member of the Board of Directors of the MVRORick Blacker - Dealer Principal of Toronto Hyundai/Kia and President of the MVROMaureen Harquail - CEO and Registrar, Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry CouncilMichael Dunne - CEO, Dunne InsightsHuw Wiliams - Canadian Automobile Dealers Association Director of Government RelationsDavid McClean - Director of Marketing, Canadian International AutoShow

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 191

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 149:59


    Greg chats with David Menzies of Rebel News about the news that Prime MInister Justin Trudeau is being pressured to resign his position. They talk about why it's unlikely a vote of non-confidence will not go through until February, if at all! They also discuss the issue of recent protests that are actively calling for the destruction of our own country and the irony that can be lost among them.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 190

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 151:22


    Greg welcomes "Money Mike" back to the studio for more financial gold-nugget level tips as they chat about what "retirement" means and how proper planning helps achieve goals for your later life.Greg also talks to Equifax's Head of Fraud and Security, Carl Davies, about the scams that permeate our communications, the damage it does financially, and what you can do about it!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 189

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 152:19


    Greg is back after a week off! In the first hour he shares his recent experiences in Nashville, and then Whistler. Other topics to kick things off include why Saturdays are not as busy at dealerships anymore, Jagmeet Singh's recent interaction with a street heckler, and some exciting new vehicles Nissan will be offering.The second hour kicks off with a call about the state of Toyota. Then, Greg welcomes back Kris Sims, Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, to discuss Doug Ford's supposed plans to build a tunnel under Highway 401 in the Greater Toronto Area. How much will it cost? Where will the money come from? Are there any other possible solutions to the problem?Last but not least, Greg is honoured to be joined by Rebel News Mission Specialist David Menzies. This discussion covers a variety of topics including David's career, free speech and censorship, the state of Canadian media, and much more.All that, plus much more, on this weekend's edition of "The Greg Carrasco Show"

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 188

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 175:13


    Even though Greg was a little under the weather, this show was hot with debate over this week's "debate" between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (plus the debate moderators!) and Slacker Nation was hot with wanting to debate each side as well!Greg's guests:Randi Payton - Professor of Journalism - University of the District of Columbia- DEI policies in the workplace, with specifics in the automotive industryScott McKay - Publisher of "The Hayride" and author of "Racism, Revenge and Ruin: It's All Obama"- How did some of the most tried, tested and failed policies of Marxism infiltrate the West and how has it affected the culture?

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 187

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 151:15


    Slacker Nation was awake today discussing with Greg their car questions as well as the current state and future of the Canadian federal government, on the heels of Jagmeet Singh no longer allying himself with Justin Trudeau! Greg also talks about a disruptive customer, why the customer is NOT always right, and what's including in a warranty when you purchase a vehicle!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 187

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 148:21


    Greg's back from Portugal! He shares his experiences of being a minister at a wedding and how he would like to experience Portugal as a vacation spot as opposed to being there with a sense of duty. Greg and producer Lex talk about the RadixLife Challenge that they'll be taking up! (And if Lex fails, he'll never hear the end of it from Greg!)

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 186

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 149:58


    Slacker Nation was awake today airing their grievances with Greg. Listen to talks about American and Canadian politics, taxes in Canada, and of course, car questions.Greg also welcomes Jane Stevenson of the Toronto Sun as they chat about the Canadian National Exhibition and compendium of interesting and outrageous foods that vendors are offering this year!Sent from my iPhone

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 185

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 151:41


    Greg takes a bunch of calls from Slacker Nation and welcomes 3 guests:- Jay Goldberg of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation: How Canadians pay an arm and a leg in gas taxes- Brian Turner of Driving.ca: Removing minor scratches from your car and how to make it look like new- Ross McLean of the McLean Chronicles Podcast: Jordan Peterson's appeal being denied by the Supreme Court and what it means for right to free speech in Canada

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 184

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 150:53


    In today's show, Greg welcomes back Todd Bourgon and they chat about the excess inventory at local dealers.Greg also catches up a bit with Slacker Nation talking about a summer that's left him wanting, and if Rock 'n Roll is still alive!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 183

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 160:24


    Greg talks nutrition, health, and getting shredded with Daniel Thiesen, owner of Radix Performance and they talk about Daniel's 8-week challenge to get to optimum health and forming the habits to continue staying shredded!Greg also chats with former litigator turned YouTuber/Rumbler Viva Frei as they discuss the US elections, with the complications of Kamala Harris being presumed the Democratic Party's nominee and likely Donald Trump's opposition en route to the Presidency of the United States.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 182

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2024 153:50


    Greg continues the conversation about the assassination attempt on former US president and official Republican Party nominee Donald Trump with Slacker Nation, as well as with "America's Psychiatrist" Dr. Carole Lieberman. Dr. Carole also delves into what could have brought the shooter to the point where he would carry out an assassination.Greg also talks about the traffic congestion in Toronto with Jennifer van der Valk, Senior Vice President of Communications and Marketing for the Toronto Region Board of Trade.Sent from my iPhone

    The Greg Carrasco Show: 2 hour Sunday Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 103:08


    In a special Sunday morning edition, Greg Carrasco discussed the events of the previous evening at a rally for Donald Trump in Pennsylvania. He was joined by Todd, Sean, Chris, and Richard Syrett to talk about the implications of the incident and the potential paths for the country to recover from the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. The conversation focused on the political, social, and security ramifications, as well as what this means for the future of the nation.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 181

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2024 154:06


    Greg talks about being a successful salesperson, and what it takes to be a success in the car industry,Greg and Slacker Nation also into conversations of the latest and favorite books they've all read, and Slacker Nation tells Greg why he should read their suggestions!Greg also welcomes Jil McIntosh of Driving.ca to discuss new speed monitoring systems in newer cars, distracted driving and the differences between the driving culture in Canada and Europe

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 180

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 152:32


    With Lex away, two familiar faces, Joty and Jacob, step in for this July edition of "The Greg Carrasco Show". Greg begins the show with a topic from a caller: what are the reasons for crime in the GTA? Plus, he also shares the important role that therapy has played in his life.Then, Greg welcomes on Richard Syrett, host of "The Richard Syrett Show" on Sauga 960 am. This is a fascinating conversation that touches on a variety of themes, including homeschooling, last week's Presidential debate, and election fraud.All this, and much more, on this week's edition of "The Greg Carrasco Show".

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 179

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 153:52


    Another action packed episode as Greg takes Slacker Nation's calls regarding the first (and possibly only) United States Presidential debate and discusses just what in the world happened!Jay Beeber of the Executive Director of Policy at the National Motorists Association joins Greg to discuss the idea of a war on cars, their usage, and the implications of restrictions on car usage.Rebecca The Lawyer also drops by in-studio to answer Greg and Slacker Nation's questions about family law and more!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 178

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2024 153:56


    Slacker Nation was active today calling Greg with their car questions and grievances, and Greg was happy to drop that good wisdom on Slacker Nation's wide variety of topics, including what to do if you want to trade in a car that's seen as undesirable, even if it's been barely used, all the way to prayer and faith journeys!Greg's guests:David Kennedy, Toronto Bureau Chief for Automotive News Canada, talking affordability issues with the younger car buying market, as well as how much is "Doing it for the 'Gram" factoring into their decisions?Larry Vellequette, Toyota and Subaru reporter for Automotive News: "COVID Cars" are being traded back in, but what if they're missing components?

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 177

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2024 150:45


    It's Greg's Father's Day episode! Greg is joined by Sauga 960's Money Pannu and Producer Lex Tan as they talk about dads, memories about dads, dad jokes, and more!Greg also welcomes Dan McTeague, the president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, as they talk about the politics of "clean" energy and how it is currently being received in Canada, the United States, and all around the world!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 176

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 147:28


    Slacker Nation came out in full force today, presenting Greg their latest and greatest car questions!Greg also chats with one of the candidates for the Mayoral Election in MIssissauga, Dipika Damerla, and they talk about her platform going forward into the June 10th election.Doug Firby of Automotive News Canada and Todd Bourgon of the Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario join the show as they chat with Greg about needing to find skilled workers in other countries like the Philippines due to reluctance of young Canadians to become mechanics and other workers in the car industry.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 175

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 148:40


    In this show, Greg gets sentimental about his fiancee, his reaction to getting offered a photography session from a Hollywood photographer and about tattoos and what they meant back when he was growing up. He also has a deep story to tell about his high school years in Chile you don't want to miss!Greg's guest: Brian Pirvu, Government Relations Consultant at CAA South Central Ontario, and they talk about the WORST roads in Ontario!

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 174

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2024 143:04


    Greg's stream of consciousness takes us on quite the trip this week as he and producer Lex talk about things like:- Mentality vs Training: What wins in the end for sales and other life aspects?- Google is your personal and personlized echo chamber- What happens when a gigantic fly is orbiting you in an enclosed studioand more!Greg's Guests:- Matthew Guy of Driving.ca talking about "on demand" and paywall-unlocking of car features and specs- Brian Turner of Driving.ca and Greg chat about the longer maintenance and service intervals and the negative effect on the longevity of your vehicle

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 173

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2024 149:20


    Greg welcomes Todd Bourgon, Executive Director of the Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario, and they discuss the Government of Canada possibly introducing a two-day cooling-off period when a car is purchased, and the ramifications it will have on aspects of the car industry like transactions and relationships between car dealers and their customers.

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 172

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 149:59


    Slacker Nation couldn't wait to call in as Greg talks about what's happened in the world of parenting over the past generation. Does our society need parents to be tougher in raising our kids to prepare them for the world? What is the effect of being either "friends" with your kids? Why are parents afraid of actually being parents?Greg's guests:Dan Shine, Senior Editor at Automotive News, discussing the importance of young people in the auto industryJeff Melnychuk, Editor-in-Chief of Automotive News Canada, discussing the affordability problem in the Canadian car industry

    The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 171

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 146:52


    Money Mike joins Greg to break down aspects of the Canadian Federal Budget from a financial planner's perspective! Greg also gives shoutouts and adulation to those around him who are successes, how car salespeople can seize the day and boost sales, and takes a bunch of Slacker Nation's calls during the Hour of the Grievances!

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