Episodes

  • Boston Marathon, Afghanistan, and Car Sales (Andrew Miller) | The Showroom | Episode 24
    May 14 2025

    Losing feeling in his legs during a marathon, graduating top 10 in his class to immediately going to serve in Afghanistan and sleeping in his car while starting a new career. Andrew Miller's story has something for everyone!Episode 24 of the Showroom is a journey with something for everyone. Andrew opens up about his son being born prematurely, his time in the Army, and shares some stories about his time work in the automotive industry. Watch and listen today!


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    48 mins
  • Understanding Used Car Warranties | Episode 23 | The Showroom
    May 7 2025

    Shopping for a used car? Learn why McGrath Certified Used Cars offer more than just a good price! In this episode of the Showroom, Gavin explains how our certified pre-owned program delivers real value with extended warranty coverage, multi-point inspections, and peace of mind for used car buyers.Plus, he break's down what’s included in every certified used vehicle, including a 12-month/12,000-mile limited warranty, vehicle history reports, and a 3-day return policy. Whether you're comparing used cars or want to understand what a certified pre-owned vehicle really means, this episode gives you the details that matter!

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    10 mins
  • Conspiracy Theories, Chicken Dad, and Car Deals (Cody Moenk) | Episode 21 | The Showroom
    Apr 30 2025

    From wild JV football stories to raising chickens and chasing toddlers, Cody Moenk brings an honest, hilarious, and heartfelt perspective to the Showroom. In this episode, we talk about everything from his Cedar Rapids roots and Bobby Boucher moments to selling cars and surviving St. Patrick’s Day fame. Cody’s journey includes youth counseling, construction jobs, van life, and now—being a top performer in the auto business and a full-time dad.

    We also dove into unexpected life advice, alien conspiracies, the JFK assassination, and why a two-year-old on a BMX bike might be the greatest thing ever. Whether you're in the car business, raising kids, or just in need of a good laugh, this episode is packed with real talk, weird tangents, and a ton of personality. You’ve never heard a career story like this!

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    49 mins
  • Breaking Barriers: Becoming Service Director (Melissa Corken) | The Showroom | Episode 22
    Apr 23 2025

    From graduating with a degree in graphic design, to not knowing what her future looked like, Melissa Corken has always found a way. Now as the Service Director for McGrath Automotive, she continues to carve out her own path and lead by example!In this episode of the Showroom, Gavin sits down with one of the Cedar Rapids Women Lead Change attendees and talks about her story, where's she's from and the complications she has faced as a women in leadership.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • From Door to Door Sales to General Manager (Mark Updegraff) | The Showroom | Episode 20
    Apr 16 2025

    In Episode 20 of The Showroom, Mark shares his path from door-to-door sales to becoming General Manager of McGrath Chevrolet of Dubuque. What started as a hands-on introduction to sales turned into a career built on strong mentorship, steady development, and a drive to lead.

    He talks about the lessons learned along the way, the importance of building trust within a team, and how real-world experience shaped his leadership style. Mark and Gavin share about painful experiences along the way, as well as some light hearted moments.

    Trigger warning: This video contains conversation about suicide.

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    51 mins
  • From Kazakhstan to New Car Sales Manager (Val Trussov) | The Showroom | Episode 19
    Apr 10 2025

    Growing up in Kazakhstan, Val Trussov figured out that swimming was his ticket to the U.S. but once here, an injury and coaching change derailed his desire in the pool. So Val did the next best thing -- going all in on mastering the art of the sale, joining McGrath Kia as a salesman.On this episode of The Showroom, Val talks to Gavin about his journey from being a modest chess champion in Kazakhstan to becoming the new car sales manager on the McGrath GM campus.Whether it’s building a relationship with a customer or solving a tough situation, Val sees every opportunity as a way to grow.

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    30 mins
  • Is the Silverado 1500 the Best Truck in 2025? | The Showroom | Episode 18
    Mar 26 2025

    From starting out as a C K truck, to becoming one of the most sold trucks in the world, the Chevy Silverado 1500 has seen it all!In this episode of the Showroom, Gavin breaks it all down. Not only do we dive into the history of the vehicle, Gavin shares his honest opinion about the cost, looks, and his overall grade of the truck! He also shares how Silverado 1500 compares to other top trucks in todays market, if you're looking for a new truck, don't miss this one.

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    11 mins
  • Celebrating Excellence: The Over the Tops & Difference Maker Award | The Showroom | Episode 17
    Mar 19 2025

    In this episode of The Showroom, Gavin McGrath dives into the Over the Tops—our monthly employee awards recognizing outstanding service across every dealership. One exceptional team member rises above the rest to earn the Difference Maker award for the month! Tune in to hear how these recognitions highlight the dedication and hard work that drive our company forward. 🚗🏆

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    14 mins