{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Changing The Industry Podcast","title":"Episode 235 - Gatekeeping vs. Mentoring in the Shop With Bob Leonard","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/10be636a\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4095,"description":"In this episode, Lucas and David are joined by Bob Leonard from Mobility Works. Bob shares his unique path from studying music to a long career in modifying mobility vehicles, detailing what drew him to working with adaptive equipment for individuals with physical disabilities. The conversation also explores the challenges and rewards in automotive education and training, from Bob’s passion for sharing knowledge to his observations on why the industry sometimes \"eats its young.\"\n00:00 Avoid Overcommitting Tasks\n07:57 Hiring Red Flag: Unused Parts\n12:27 \"Understanding Disabilities Naturally\"\n22:00 \"Rejecting Traditional Education Path\"\n25:39 \"Bad Boss Experience at Gas Station\"\n28:46 Passion for Teaching vs. Gatekeeping\n38:24 \"Maximizing Young Workers' Potential\"\n41:39 Automotive Technology Evolution\n49:05 Car Repair: Unclogging Sunroof Drains\n51:43 Dealer Visit After Service Warning\n59:08 \"Use 'Q' Hardware to Prevent Squeaks\"\n01:04:32 Intricate 3D Wood Flooring Designs\n01:07:30 \"Spending Choices: Cars vs. Dining\"","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/TmFutVBA2CXrbhzBSzhfJLpfqgewMMYGUnLcyfdNyvc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM3ODY2LzE2NzQw/ODM5MjItYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}