{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Changing The Industry Podcast","title":"Episode 120 - The Financial Challenges Behind Diagnostics With Michael Christopherson","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/4bdebcbf\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4060,"description":"In this episode, recorded live at ITTC 2023, David and Lucas sit down with Michael Christopherson, Diagnostic and Immobilizer Tool Specialist at OE Alternatives. Topics discussed: 00:05:49 Pay diagnostic techs a salary.00:06:24 Financials surrounding diagnostic work is challenging.00:17:43 Skilled diagnosticians are in demand.00:19:23 There's a need for change in the automotive industry.00:24:14 Planned obsolescence in automobile manufacturing.00:34:45 Education system needs reform for critical thinking.00:35:27 Education system undervalues blue-collar workers.00:43:47 Charge what you're worth.00:47:09 The customer misunderstands car issues.00:55:30 Right to repair is crucial.00:59:18 Complexity of modern vehicles01:02:21 Repairing circuit boards can save money.","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}