Podcasts about garage doors

On today's show we discuss Ara's garage door plan for integrating it into HomeKit, we help a listener decide on which receiver to buy, and we ask whether Atmos is worth it for a family room. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Get YouTube TV For Just $67.99 a Month Down From $82.99 For The Rest of 2026 How many subscribers do major live TV streamers have? Other: Bingebuster  THIRDREALITY Smart Garage Door Opener Last week I discussed my garage door situation where MyQ does not integrate with Apple's HomeKit. I explained that I will be using a solution called ratgdo (Rage Against The Garage Door Opener). A few of the listeners emailed and suggested that I look at the ThirdReality Smart Garage Door Opener). Available at Amazon for $50.  Issues for me: When you install it in Apple home it installs as a lightbulb.  I added it to Home Assistant first because I knew Apple HomeKit was going to treat it like a light instead of a garage door. In Home Assistant, it shows up as a light entity, with the on off state following the tilt sensor. To make it behave like a real garage door, I created a Template Cover helper and set the device class to Garage. For the state, I used the template to report open when the light is on and closed when it's off. Then I set the Open and Close actions to call the light.turn_on service on the light entity, so pressing Open or Close in Home Assistant is basically the same as pressing the garage remote button. After that, it shows up and behaves like a garage door inside Home Assistant, with the right open/closed status based on the tilt sensor. It's mechanical. Batteries After Jorge's email,I am now looking past these issues and considering this solution. And yet another listener provided even more fuel for this fire! David writes in and says: Most door operators have a provision for a wall mounted pushbutton ( the same one used for years).  It's a momentary pushbutton closure. There is a cold contacts switch which operates in the Matter smart home standard.  As a result it works in all the various smart home systems.  It's a Shelly 1 Mini Gen 4 device…about $25.   I have installed mine into my Apple HomeKit system to operate my Genie garage door opener.  There is no sensing of the position of the door in the Shelly 1 Mini Gen 4 - it is only for operating the door. I have used the IKEA "MYGGBETT" door/window sensor ($10) to sense the position of the door - it is also Matter compliant.  It is the usual magnet/reed switch pair.   I have used this sensor to also trigger a light inside my house to signal an open garage door. The Apple Home automation could be written to close and open door after 10 PM.  Or close a door open for more than 1 hour. Marantz, Denon, or Onkyo • Marantz Cinema 70s • Denon AVR-X2800H • Onkyo TX-RZ30 Onkyo TX-RZ30 Pros 9 amplified channels (supports 5.2.4 or 7.2.2 Atmos) Full-bandwidth Dirac Live included (major value) THX Select + IMAX Enhanced certified Dual independent subwoofer outputs + full pre-outs Strong power (~100W/ch) and generally excellent reviews for sound and value Cons Dirac setup can be finicky Onkyo's past reliability reputation still in the back of my mind Denon AVR-X2800H Pros Reliable, polished, user-friendly experience Solid Audyssey MultEQ XT room correction Good, balanced sound and strong HDMI features Much better reliability and support Cons Only 7 channels (max 5.2.2 Atmos without external amps) No Dirac (Audyssey is good but not as advanced) Marantz Cinema 70s Pros Slim, stylish design that fits media cabinets Marantz sound  Pre-outs for future expansion Cons Lower power (~50W/ch) — best for smaller/efficient speakers Only 7 channels More expensive relative to performance and channel count Recommendation: Onkyo TX-RZ30 It delivers the most meaningful advantages for the money — 9 channels, including full Dirac Live, THX certification, and independent dual subs. The Denon is the safer "set-it-and-forget-it" choice if you prioritize polish and reliability, while the Marantz is best if you specifically need a slim form factor. For performance and value in a modern Atmos setup, the RZ30 is the clear winner right now. Is Atmos Worth it for a Family Room? Yes, Atmos is usually worth it in a typical family room — but with some practical caveats. Why it's worth it The overhead effects (rain, helicopters, debris, ambiance) add noticeable immersion even in a normal living/family room. A lot of modern movies, streaming shows, and games take advantage of it. Realistic expectations for a family room The "wow" factor is more subtle than in a dedicated theater. You're not going to get the same dramatic height effects you hear in a big cinema. Placement matters a lot. Up-firing Atmos speakers work okay if your ceiling isn't too high or absorbent, but actual in-ceiling or on-ceiling speakers sound better. Aesthetics Committee — extra speakers on or near the ceiling are more noticeable in a shared family space. Bottom line recommendation If you are starting from scratch and have access to wire ceiling speakers do it. If you don't have access you won't miss too much. Skip if the budget is tight, ceiling placement is difficult, or you mostly watch TV/sports rather than movies. A solid 5.1.2 Atmos setup is the sweet spot for most family rooms. You'll get most of the benefit without needing a full 7.1.4 layout.  

Google Business Profile is becoming one of the most important assets a garage door company can own, and the competition for local visibility is getting more aggressive. In this episode of Torsion Talk, Ryan explains why GBP is moving to the center of Google Search, AI Overviews, advertising, Maps, and AI-powered recommendations—and what local garage door businesses need to do now to protect their market share.Ryan breaks down why Google Business Profile leads remain some of the highest-quality opportunities in home services, how easily profiles can be suspended, and why understanding both Google's published guidelines and the realities of local search has become essential for business owners.The bigger conversation is about competition. National brands, private equity-backed companies, scammers, and aggressive multi-location operators are expanding their digital footprints quickly. Ryan explains why a local company relying on a single Google Business Profile may eventually struggle to compete against businesses building dozens or even hundreds of local signals across multiple markets.This episode dives into why multi-location strategy is becoming critical for garage door companies that want to grow, how reviews influence trust and AI recommendations, and why generating consistent, detailed customer reviews should become a major priority. Ryan also discusses the growing importance of online “signals”—mentions, awards, press, social media, locations, and personal branding—that help Google and AI platforms connect your company with authority and trust.As ChatGPT, Google AI, Gemini, and other large language models increasingly influence how homeowners choose service providers, being mentioned and trusted across the web may become just as important as traditional backlinks and keyword rankings.Ryan also explains why business owners should begin strengthening their personal brands and connecting those brands to their companies, creating another layer of authority that AI can recognize.If you own a garage door company or home service business, this episode is a wake-up call. Local search is changing, competition is accelerating, and the companies that understand Google Business Profile, multi-location SEO, reviews, reputation, and AI visibility will have a major advantage.The race for local relevance is already underway. The question is whether your company is building its digital footprint fast enough to compete.Find Ryan at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markinuity.com/⁠Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠

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Google Ads, Local Service Ads, ChatGPT advertising, AI search, and Google Business Profile are all changing quickly. In this episode of Torsion Talk, Ryan delivers a rapid-fire breakdown of the latest marketing and AI updates that garage door companies and home service businesses need to understand.Ryan begins with an update on Google's plan to move Local Service Ads into the Google Ads platform. While garage door services were not specifically listed in the first phase of the rollout, additional service businesses may be included later in the year. He explains what is expected to remain the same, including pay-per-lead pricing and placements within Google Search and Maps, as well as the removal of BBB callouts from LSA.The episode also covers Google's decision to remove the $50,000 advertising-spend requirement for lead forms, new developments involving Bing, and recent AI model releases from Claude and Gemini. Ryan discusses how these tools are becoming faster, more capable, and more affordable, as well as how Google is already incorporating its latest AI technology into Search, AI Overviews, and AI Mode.Ryan also explains why Google Business Profile is becoming the center of the local marketing ecosystem. As Google connects Business Profiles with Local Service Ads, Google Ads, Maps, and AI-generated search results, maintaining accurate business information, strong reviews, and a trustworthy online presence is more important than ever.Additional updates include Google's efforts to filter suspicious reviews, changes to ChatGPT Ads budgeting, and the addition of UTM tracking for better advertising attribution. Ryan explains how weekly budgets give advertising platforms more flexibility to spend during periods of higher traffic and why improved tracking can help business owners understand which campaigns are actually producing website visits and leads.The episode concludes with an update on Markinuity's internal AI and automation tools. Ryan shares how the team is testing new systems through “breakathons” to make sure they are reliable, resilient, and ready to support real-world marketing and operational needs.For more conversations about garage door marketing, Google Ads, Local Service Ads, Google Business Profile, ChatGPT Ads, AI automation, local SEO, and business growth, subscribe to Torsion Talk on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.Find Ryan at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markinuity.com/⁠Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠

Google is making one of the biggest changes ever to Local Service Ads (LSA), and if you own a garage door company or home service business, these updates could directly impact your leads, advertising, and Google Business Profile. In this episode of Torsion Talk, Ryan explains exactly what's changing, what actions you should take now, and how to avoid costly mistakes during Google's rollout.Ryan breaks down Google's decision to retire the standalone Local Service Ads dashboard and merge LSA into Google Ads. He explains how the new platform will work, what happens to your existing campaigns, why Google Business Profile optimization is becoming even more important, and what business owners should do before the transition begins.The episode also covers Performance Max (PMax), AI-powered advertising, daily budget changes, campaign migration, lead management, and how Google's automation continues to reshape digital marketing for local service businesses. Ryan discusses why exporting your historical LSA data now is critical and why companies with unusually high weekly budgets should review their settings before the migration occurs.Another major topic is Google Business Profile spam. Ryan shares a real-world example of fighting fraudulent garage door listings in his local market, explains why fake businesses continue to outrank legitimate companies, and discusses the importance of monitoring your own profile while avoiding unnecessary edits that could trigger suspensions during Google's rollout.Throughout the episode, Ryan also explains how agencies and garage door companies should think about SEO, Google Ads, Local Service Ads, AI, and local search moving forward. As Google continues consolidating products and relying more heavily on AI, understanding these changes is becoming essential for every business owner who depends on online leads.If you own a garage door company, HVAC business, plumbing company, electrical contractor, roofing company, or any local service business, this episode will help you prepare for Google's latest advertising changes, protect your lead generation, and stay ahead of the competition.Subscribe to Torsion Talk on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for weekly conversations about garage door business growth, Google updates, AI, local SEO, Local Service Ads, Google Business Profile optimization, digital marketing, entrepreneurship, and the future of home service marketing.Find Ryan at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markinuity.com/⁠Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠

On today's MJ Morning Show:Top reason for speedingMorgan Wallen concertgoers were relieved uponMorons in the newsThe hot water mystery at MJ's houseChloe & Julian's trip to Sweet TomatoesMJ got a missing pet e-mailUpdate: Suspect arrested in case of property damage/landscape lightning thrown 5 cups a day is fine?Grandfather launched by Yellowstone bison speaks outAt a Cubs game, a fan slapped another to get him to stand during the National AnthemLaw enforcement rounded up cruisers in Brevard CountyTom Brady vs Logan PaulContent makers trolling cops19-year-old pulled over for speeding... again... Microsoft cutting more staffObituary for a guy with an unfortunate nameGarage door repair story... be careful not to fall for things like thisBusted in The Villages, shoplifting because distraught?Body wash theftTampa International Airport nixing TSA security for privateSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What separates the fastest-growing garage door companies from the ones that struggle? In this episode of Torsion Talk, Ryan breaks down the five most important areas every garage door business should focus on right now to increase revenue, improve operations, and build a more profitable company. Whether you're just getting started or running a multi-million-dollar operation, these lessons can help you avoid costly mistakes and scale with confidence.Ryan explains why your lead intake process is the foundation of your entire business and why spending more money on marketing won't fix poor response times or broken systems. He shares practical ways to improve speed-to-lead, organize incoming inquiries, and create a customer experience that wins more jobs before your competitors even respond.The conversation also covers why hiring great salespeople earlier can dramatically accelerate growth, how many salespeople your company should have, and why relying on a single salesperson creates unnecessary risk.Marketing budgets are another major topic, including how much garage door companies should actually invest in SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, Google Ads, Local Service Ads, and other digital marketing channels. Ryan explains why repeat and referral business isn't a marketing strategy and how to build predictable lead generation that scales.You'll also learn which KPIs every garage door company should track, including cost per lead, cost per job, conversion rates, booked appointments, and response times. Ryan explains why clean reporting leads to better business decisions and how the right CRM and reporting systems make growth much easier.Finally, Ryan discusses how automation and AI are transforming home service businesses by improving lead response, increasing efficiency, reducing overhead, and helping companies grow without constantly adding staff. From instant lead routing to automated follow-up, these tools are becoming essential for companies that want to stay competitive.If you own a garage door company, home service business, HVAC company, plumbing business, electrical contractor, or service-based company, this episode provides practical advice you can implement immediately to improve your sales process, marketing performance, customer experience, and profitability.Subscribe to Torsion Talk on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for weekly conversations on garage door business growth, AI, automation, local SEO, digital marketing, leadership, entrepreneurship, sales, and the future of the home service industry.Find Ryan at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markinuity.com/⁠Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠

Should You Leave Your Garage Door Cracked Open This Summer? And Your Questions Answered! The real estate markets across Louisville and Southern Indiana are moving with purpose—and timing has become a critical advantage. For those considering selling, exploring buying opportunities, or monitoring shifts in interest rates and property values, waiting is no longer a passive option. In today's environment, hesitation can mean a missed opportunity. The most successful buyers and sellers are not reacting to the market—they are strategically positioning themselves ahead of it. Bob Sokoler, leading We Sell Louisville, brings decades of local market expertise to every client interaction. Bob and his team focus on helping clients protect equity, identify opportunities early, and execute with confidence in a market that rewards preparation and precision. Stay Ahead with Local Market Intelligence Real estate decisions require more than general information—they require relevant, timely insight. The Louisville Real Estate Show with Bob Sokoler, hosted by Bob, airs every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM on 840 WHAS. Each week, Bob Sokoler delivers focused, data-driven analysis on: Home values Mortgage trends Inventory shifts Investment opportunities This is not broad commentary—it is actionable intelligence designed by Bob Sokoler to help listeners make confident real estate decisions in real time. Gain Clarity Before Making Understanding market position should be clear and data-driven. Through WeSellLouisville.com, Bob Sokoler provides access to insights tailored to each property, neighborhood, and client goal—empowering clients to move forward with confidence rather than uncertainty. A Strategic Advantage with We Sell Louisville Success in a fast-moving market requires a defined strategy and experienced guidance. Sellers benefit from Bob's targeted marketing strategies, strategic positioning, and a results-focused approach designed to maximize value and exposure. Buyers gain a competitive edge through Bob's market intelligence, early opportunity identification, and decisive execution. Bob and the We Sell Louisville team operate with a foundation of preparation, precision, and performance—key drivers of successful outcomes. Take the Next Step The market is already in motion. The advantage belongs to those who are prepared to act with the right strategy and guidance. To move forward with clarity and confidence, connect with Bob Sokoler and the We Sell Louisville team today. Contact Information: Bob Sokoler 10525 Timberwood Circle Louisville, KY 40223 WeSellLouisville.com bob@WeSellLouisville.com (502) 376-5483

Google Search has changed more in the past few weeks than it has in the last 25 years, and every garage door company and home service business needs to understand what comes next. In this episode of Torsion Talk, Ryan shares the latest updates from Google, AI search, local SEO, and digital marketing while breaking down what these changes actually mean for contractors and business owners.Ryan also shares highlights from his recent trip to Miami, attending the Brazil World Cup match with his son, before diving into six major marketing and AI updates that could dramatically impact how customers find your business online.The episode explains Google's rollout of AI Search and how the shift toward conversational search is changing local SEO forever. Ryan discusses why traditional rankings aren't enough anymore, how AI-generated answers are replacing website clicks, and what garage door companies should be doing today to stay visible as search behavior continues to evolve.Ryan also covers Google's new Local Service Ads verification changes, AI Max updates for Google Ads, upcoming campaign deadlines, and why blindly allowing Google's AI to optimize your advertising may not always produce the best results. He explains how agencies and business owners should approach these changes strategically instead of relying entirely on automation.Another major topic is Google's continued crackdown on low-quality AI-generated content. Ryan shares why mass-produced AI blogs and service area pages are being penalized, how Google is detecting AI spam, and what actually works if you want to rank in both traditional search and AI-powered results.The conversation also explores how businesses can improve their visibility inside ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and other AI platforms through better content, trust signals, structured data, online mentions, and high-quality local authority.Finally, Ryan previews an upcoming discussion on AI software ownership, APIs, data security, GoHighLevel, automation, and why every business owner should be thinking carefully about who controls their marketing assets and customer data as AI continues transforming the home service industry.If you own a garage door company, HVAC business, plumbing company, electrical company, roofing company, or any local service business, this episode delivers practical strategies to help you adapt to Google's AI revolution, protect your rankings, and prepare for the future of search.Subscribe to Torsion Talk on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for weekly insights on AI, local SEO, Google updates, digital marketing, entrepreneurship, leadership, automation, garage door industry news, and business growth.Find Ryan at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markinuity.com/⁠Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠

In this episode of Torsion Talk, Ryan shares major updates from the worlds of AI, digital marketing, Google, Apple, and the garage door industry. After wrapping up a successful sales training event and GDU mastermind, Ryan dives into the biggest technology shifts happening right now and what they mean for garage door dealers, home service companies, and local businesses.Ryan recaps key takeaways from a powerful mastermind session featuring Josh Brooker of TE Certified, who built a company from zero to over $100 million in revenue. The discussion covers leadership, company culture, operational systems, scaling challenges, and why staying connected to your team remains critical as your business grows.The episode also explores how AI is rapidly transforming marketing and business operations. Ryan breaks down Google's push to integrate Gemini across its entire advertising ecosystem, the arrival of Apple Maps Ads, and why local service businesses should pay close attention as new advertising opportunities emerge.One of the biggest topics is ChatGPT Ads. Ryan explains why early adoption could create a major competitive advantage for garage door companies and home service businesses, how the platform works, what results marketers are already seeing, and why waiting could mean missing out on valuable market share.The conversation expands into Apple's decision to open its ecosystem to multiple AI providers, including Google Gemini and Claude, creating one of the largest AI platform shifts in recent history. Ryan discusses what this means for customer search behavior, AI-powered recommendations, and the future of local business visibility.The episode also covers OpenAI's latest AI developments, desktop AI agents, automation opportunities, API integrations, home service software limitations, AI security concerns, and the growing role of AI in everyday business operations. Ryan shares why business owners should start preparing now for a future where AI agents can automate large portions of administrative, marketing, and operational work.If you own a garage door company, HVAC business, plumbing company, electrical company, roofing company, or any home service business, this episode delivers practical insights on AI, digital marketing, business growth, and the technologies that are reshaping the industry.Subscribe to Torsion Talk on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for weekly discussions on AI, local SEO, Google updates, marketing strategies, leadership, entrepreneurship, garage door industry news, sales training, and business growth.Find Ryan at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markinuity.com/⁠Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠

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12 AM Agency Introduces New Marketing and Advertising Solution for Garage Door Businesses Starting June 17, 2026 12AM Agency City: Dallas Address: 1919 McKinney Ave Suite 100 Website: https://12amagency.com Phone: +1 855 603 5723 Email: PR@12AMAgency.com

In this episode of Torsion Talk, Ryan breaks down the latest Google, AI, SEO, and digital marketing updates that are reshaping the future of garage door companies and home service businesses. From Google's newest AI-powered search features to ChatGPT advertising and major Google Business Profile updates, there's a lot happening that business owners need to understand right now.Ryan explains how Google is rolling out AI performance reporting inside Search Console, what the new AI visibility metrics mean, and why traditional SEO reporting is becoming more difficult as AI Overviews continue to replace website clicks. He also discusses how AI is changing customer behavior, reducing organic traffic, and creating new challenges for local businesses that depend heavily on search engine rankings.One of the biggest topics covered is Google's new AI calling feature, which allows Google to contact businesses on behalf of homeowners to gather pricing, availability, warranties, and service information. Ryan shares why answering the phone quickly, training your customer service team, and maintaining an optimized Google Business Profile may soon become even more critical for rankings and lead generation.The conversation also covers ChatGPT Ads, OpenAI's new advertising platform, local AI advertising opportunities, conversion tracking, and what these changes could mean for garage door companies, HVAC contractors, plumbers, electricians, and other home service providers. Ryan discusses the opportunities, risks, and competitive advantages available to businesses that embrace AI early.Additional topics include Google's latest core update, AI Overviews appearing in nearly half of all searches, Google Business Profile integration with Google Analytics, AI attribution challenges, online reviews, local search optimization, and why relying solely on SEO is becoming increasingly risky.Ryan also shares updates on his latest garage door sales training program, discusses real-world success stories from service technicians implementing proven sales systems, and gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the new Torsion Talk studio setup.If you own a garage door company, HVAC business, plumbing company, electrical company, roofing business, or any local service company, this episode provides practical insights on where digital marketing is headed and how to stay competitive as AI transforms the industry.Subscribe to Torsion Talk on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for weekly content covering AI, local SEO, Google updates, digital marketing, sales training, entrepreneurship, leadership, garage door industry news, and business growth strategies.Find Ryan at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markinuity.com/⁠Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠

In this episode of Torsion Talk, Ryan breaks down one of the biggest shifts happening in digital marketing, AI-powered Google search, YouTube dominance, and why garage door companies that fail to adapt may disappear over the next few years.Ryan shares insights from attending Google Marketing Live and explains how AI Overview, AI Max, conversational search, and machine-learning-driven ad placement are completely rewriting the rules of SEO and lead generation. Traditional rankings and “10 blue links” are fading fast, and authority, content quality, and video are becoming more important than ever.This episode dives deep into the future of local service marketing, why YouTube is becoming one of the most important platforms for home service companies, and how Google is shifting toward AI-generated search experiences that prioritize authority, trust, and engagement over outdated SEO tactics.Ryan also explains why conversion tracking, high-quality landing pages, strong branding, and authoritative content are now essential if you want to compete in garage door marketing, HVAC marketing, or any local service industry. He discusses the dangers of poor data, click fraud in Google Ads, and why most companies still don't understand where digital marketing is heading.Beyond marketing, Ryan opens up about personal growth, entrepreneurship, leadership, and a powerful lesson he learned at Iron Forums, a Christian entrepreneur group that challenged him to slow down, reflect, and become more intentional in life and business. The story behind “6 Years 57 Days” becomes a reminder about family, marriage, leadership, and the importance of staying human while building companies and chasing success.Topics covered include AI search, Google Marketing Live, YouTube SEO, garage door marketing, local SEO, AI Overview, AI Max campaigns, conversion tracking, authority building, entrepreneurship, leadership, personal growth, marketing strategy, and the future of search.If you own a garage door company, home service business, marketing agency, or local service brand, this episode is packed with insights on where the industry is headed and what you need to do right now to stay ahead.Subscribe to Torsion Talk on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for more conversations on garage doors, AI, leadership, business growth, marketing, and entrepreneurship.Find Ryan at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markinuity.com/⁠Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠

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In this episode of Torsion Talk, Ryan sits down with Justin Evans, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Clopay, to talk about the future of the garage door industry, product innovation, AI-driven marketing, and what dealers need to do to stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.Justin shares his 23-year journey with Clopay, how the company approaches product development, and why innovation has become one of the biggest competitive advantages in the garage door industry. From the award-winning VertiStack system to Clopay's groundbreaking C POWER technology, this conversation dives deep into how modern garage doors are evolving far beyond traditional designs.Ryan and Justin also discuss the importance of branding, customer experience, and why homeowners are finally beginning to see garage doors as a major design feature instead of just a utility product. They break down how Clopay uses direct-to-consumer marketing, AI-powered call tracking, lead attribution, and dealer partnerships to help companies grow faster and generate more qualified leads.This episode also explores some of the biggest challenges facing garage door companies today, including recruiting talent, improving operational efficiency, increasing average ticket value, and adapting to changing consumer behavior. Ryan shares real-world examples from Aaron Overhead Doors, including selling luxury custom doors to athletes, designers, and high-end homeowners, while Justin explains why authenticity and trust matter more than ever in marketing.You'll also hear insights on garage door ROI, pricing psychology, sales strategy, social media trends, and why dealers often underestimate the true value of the products and services they offer. If you're a garage door dealer, home service business owner, marketer, or entrepreneur trying to grow your company, this episode is packed with practical takeaways and future-focused ideas.Topics covered include Clopay VertiStack, C POWER smart glass garage doors, AI marketing trends, garage door lead generation, customer psychology, luxury garage doors, contractor branding, dealer growth strategies, garage door sales training, and the future of home service businesses.Make sure to subscribe to Torsion Talk on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for more conversations on garage doors, entrepreneurship, AI, leadership, marketing, and building a successful business in today's market.Find Ryan at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://garagedooru.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aaronoverheaddoors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://markinuity.com/⁠Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://sommer-usa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Surewinder - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://surewinder.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stealth Hardware - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://quietmydoor.com/⁠

#ChrisDistefano #StandUp #comedy Chrissy is recording straight out of his trunk, running on no sleep after a brutal night with a sick dog, dealing with garage door drama, and somehow still trying to hold it together for a podcast. Jaz joins as the first official Chaos Bus guest, things immediately spiral, and we somehow end up doing physical therapy in the back of the car. 00:00 Chaos Bus debut from the trunk 01:00 No sleep, sick dog chaos 02:30 Jasmine joins the Chaos Bus 04:00 Chaos Bus concept explained 06:00 Dentist trip + Staten Island plans 08:30 Wedding talk + Father's Day debate 10:00 Mets event recap (and bombing) 12:30 Chaos Bus unboxing (Mets gifts) 16:00 “Physical therapy” segment begins 20:00 Shoulder diagnosis goes off the rails 23:00 Chaos Bus therapy advice 25:00 Garage door disaster begins 27:30 BlueChew ad read 29:00 Garage situation spirals 32:00 Chaos Bus reality check 35:00 Relationship dynamics + advice talk 38:00 Vito hospital scare story 42:00 T-ball parenting moment 45:00 Atlantic City vs Vegas rant 47:00 WrestleMania weekend chaos 49:00 Fans crossing the line UNCUT WILD CONTENT GO HERE

(00:00-11:37) The Poor Film Student in-studio to collect his prize from Schafer Door Company. Just how poor is he? How did he get started listening to the show? TMA keeping him connected to St. Louis. Trying to break into the film business. Poor Film Student may be replacing Gareth on Movie Boi. Gifting the garage door to his sister. And now he's reading the text inbox.(11:45-20:07) Those giant checks are bringing back memories of The Girl Next Door competitions from 20+ years ago. Some red numbers at Augusta. Apologies to Sung Jae Im. News on The Dotem coming soon.(20:17-28:23) And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling E-Mail of the Day Is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Turns out the reports that Honda paywalled the garage door opener recently were incorrect - and were merely a misunderstanding of how one gets a remote garage door opener on a Honda these days (it's a dealer-installed option). https://www.lehtoslaw.com

Honda Puts Its Garage Door Opener Behind a Paywall by Lehto's Law

(00:00-7:19) Jackson almost didn't make it back from break. Market Moves. Flip stools. Buying, selling, or watching Doug Armstrong to Toronto? McKernan Cove at Heine Meine.(7:27-11:48) Monitoring the weather for today's Infidelity Special. We're liquidating assets for the under today. A long walk down River Des Peres.(11:58-14:10) And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD and a brand new garage door is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill rambles about his garage door, the rulers, and the future. (00:00) - Thursday Afternoon Podcast (30:13) - Thursday Afternoon Throwback 1-22-18 - Bill rambles about the Patriots, kids, and self preservation. (01:42:08) - Anything Better NFL Championship Preview - Only three games left! Bill and Paul go into Championship weekend having gone 3-4 a piece during the divisional games.