Real Talk with Mike Burke
Join entrepreneur and visionary Mike Burke as he interviews other successful business owners, go-getters and influencers to discover their stories - who they are, where they came from, and where they're going next. Check out full episodes on YouTube @RealTalkwithMikeBurke
Episodes
91 episodes
Ep. 91 🎙️ Bill Goldberg – From Wrestling Legend to Everyday Warrior | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location
Wrestling icon Bill Goldberg joins Mike Burke for an unfiltered, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation recorded at Goldberg’s Texas compound. From rescuing exotic animals to building 1,200-horsepower muscle cars, Goldberg...
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Episode 91
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Ep. 90 🎙️ Jeff Green - Lock N Climb | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location
On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike sits down with Jeff Green, founder of Lock-N-Climb, to hear the incredible story behind his ladder innovations that are now used worldwide in aviation, trucking, and beyond. Jeff share...
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Ep. 89 🎙️ Ismail Leghari - The Detail Scale | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location
On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike talks with Ismail Leghari, founder of Detail Scale, a marketing agency dedicated to helping detailers, PPF, tint, and ceramic coating shops grow through Google ads and SEO. Ismail shar...
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Ep. 88 🎙️ James Melfi - PPF Product Manager for XPEL | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location
On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike sits down with James Melfi, PPF Product Manager at XPEL. James shares his journey from geeking out on detailing products in college to running a shop in New England, and now shaping th...
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Ep. 87 🎙️ Gabe - Gabe's Auto Detailing | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location
On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike sits down with Gabe, owner of Gabe’s Auto Detailing in Philadelphia. From starting out washing cars in front of his parents’ house to building a thriving shop now expanding to a second...
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Ep. 86 🎙️ Erick Bravo - Skinztek | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location
On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike chats with Erick Bravo, owner of Skinztek in Chicago. Erick shares his incredible journey from welding in Tennessee to building his own tint, paint protection, and ceramic coating shop...
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Ep. 85 🎙️ Katie Jasmin - CreativeFx Custom Window Films | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location
On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike sits down with Katie Jasmin, VP of Sales at Source One Digital and the face behind CreativeFx custom window films. Katie shares her 20-year journey in the digital printing world, how C...
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Ep. 84 🎙️ Nick Antonovich - Fusion Tools | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location
On this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike sits down with Nick Antonovich, founder of Fusion Tools, to talk about the passion, grit, and innovation behind one of the industry’s most iconic tool brands. From building a 12-foot s...
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Ep. 83 🎙️ Barry Kimbrell | Stealth Window Tint | Real Talk with Mike Burke on Location
In this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, Mike sits down with Eric, owner of a small but growing tint, PPF, and ceramic coating shop in downtown Chicago. From his early days welding and hustling in Tennessee to building a business ...
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Ep. 82 🎙️ Bruce Slavich - Founder of TruSpray Systems | Real Talk with Mike Burke
Join Mike on location at the International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off in Reno, NV, as he sits down with Bruce Slavich—inventor, creator, and driving force behind TruSpray Systems.Bruce is no stranger to the spotlight, with mult...
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Ep. 81 🎙️ Rev Ford - Business Banker at First Citizens Bank | Real Talk with Mike Burke
In this episode of Real Talk, I am joined by Rev Ford, a native of Charlotte, N.C., and a dedicated Business Banker at First Citizens Bank. Rev shares his journey from being a college football player to becoming a successful banker, all while b...
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Ep. 80 🎙️ Yovonne Kenny – Strategic Growth Leader | Brand Builder | Industry Disruptor | Real Talk
In this episode, I sit down with the powerhouse behind some of the most impactful moves in the SFR, BTR, and Multifamily space—Yovonne Kenny, Vice President of Strategic Growth at Palisade™, an ACP, LLC brand.Yovonne’s not just talking grow...
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Ep. 79 🎙️Cancer survivor Lauren DiFrank and the 24 Hours of Booty | Real Talk with Mike Burke
Join Mike Burke at the 24 Hours of Booty, featuring young adult cancer survivor and long‑time 24 Foundation supporter Lauren DiFrank. Lauren, in remission from Hodgkin’s lymphoma for 12 years, has participated in 24 Hours of Booty for over a de...
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Ep. 78 🎙️ 24 Hours of Booty in Charlotte, NC | Real Talk with Mike Burke
Mike Burke sat down with none other than Spencer Lueders, the founder of 24 Hours of Booty and a true champion for cancer navigation and survivorship support. They talked about the inspiration behind the ride, its impact on local communities, a...
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Ep. 77 | How to Party Around the World: Snapper’s Wild Ride 🇦🇺 | Real Talk with Mike Burke
From 42 U.S. states to 30+ countries… this guy’s done it all 🌍🍻 Party boats. Party buses. Pub crawls. Welcome to the world of Snapper.In this episode of Real Talk with Mike Burke, we dive into Snapper’s crazy journey from Amer...
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Ep.76 Real Talk with Saad Hafiz from Obsession Car Detailing | XDC Australia 2025
In this episode, we chat with Saad Hafiz, the owner of Obsession Car Detailing in Canberra, Australia. With nearly a decade of experience in the detailing industry, Saad shares insights on his journey, the challenges of reaching the million-dol...
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Episode 76
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Ep.75 Australian Detailing Services Ryan Sharpe on Real Talk with Mike Burke
In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Sharp, the owner of Australian Detailing Services in Sydney, Australia. With a decade of experience in the detailing industry, Ryan shares insights on his journey, the growth of paint protection film, and ...
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Episode 75
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Ep. 74 🎙️ Ryan Tounsley talks breaking into the XPEL Marine Industry | Real Talk with Mike Burke
Ryan Townsley joins us in Sydney, Australia! Ryan is currently heading up the rapidly growing marine program at XPEL after the acquisition of PFS.In this episode, we dive into:✅ Ryan's Journey: Building a marine program from the...
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Episode 74
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Ep. 73 Chris West - VP of XPEL Asia-Pacific | Real Talk with Mike Burke
In this episode, Mike catches up with his longtime friend and XPEL’s VP of Asia-Pacific, Chris West, on location in Sydney, Australia. Chris shares his journey from Alaska to Shanghai, his insights on the booming opportunities for XPEL in Asia-...
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Episode 73
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Ep. 72 XDC Australia with Tim Allison 🇦🇺 Real Talk with Mike Burke
In this episode, Mike sits down with Tim Allison, live at from Sydney Motorsport Park during XPEL dealer conference Australia (XDC).They discuss the booming potential of Australia’s automotive protection market, the hunger for growth am...
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Episode 72
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Ep. 71 XDC Australia 2025 with Myles Hunter | Real Talk with Mike Burke
In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Miles Hunter at the XPEL conference in Sydney. We discuss the world of window tinting, the growth of XPEL in Australia, and the community of tinting professionals.Highlights of the Episod...
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Episode 71
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Ep. 70 🎙️ Meet Carlos Alvarez, VP of Operations at XPEL
In this episode, Carlos shares his journey from the medical field to leading global operations at XPEL. Hear how he helped grow the company from a single 30,000 sq. ft. warehouse to a global distribution network—with over 140 staff in San Anton...
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Ep. 69 🎙️ Tony Rimas Talks XPEL, Auto Industry Disruption & Dealer Growth
In this episode, we sit down with Tony Rimas, Vice President of Revenue at XPEL, to uncover the fascinating journey from cancer research and chemistry degrees to leading innovation in the automotive aftermarket.This conversation is pack...
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Episode 69
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Ep.68 🎙️ Inside XPEL Events: A Conversation with Christin Gish – Trade Show and Events Manager
In this episode, we sit down with Christin Gish, the powerhouse behind XPEL’s global events and trade show experiences. With over 20 years in experiential marketing, Christin brings a deep passion for storytelling, event design, and operational...
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Episode 68
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Ep. 67 | Marco Cazorla Interview | XPEL Austin Territory Manager
In this episode, we catch up with Marco Cazorla, XPEL Territory Manager for Austin, TX. Learn how he built his reputation as “The Film Trainer,” what it takes to grow a successful tint business, and why passion and process matter. Now, as...
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Episode 67
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