In a special 2 hour episode, Greg welcomes back Money Mike in the studio, and talk about the best way to invest and save money: It's a lot easier than you think!
Greg is back after taking last week off for a family vacation! Greg chats with Deane Cole, founder of "Glo-On Coaching," a certified Senior Fitness and Wellness Coach and they discuss the importance of fitness and diet, especially in the colder months, and why muscle is the most overlooked anti-aging tool!
Greg begins his show with Jade Haist, the deal slayer, about her automotive journey and accomplishments. Greg later welcomes Tyler Grey, actor and Star of Seal Team, a former Delta Force Operator, author of "Forged in Chaos: A Warrior's Origin Story" and leading advocate for veterans’ mental health. Together they discuss PTSD, men's mental health, brazilian jiu jitsu, and so much more. The show concludes with Rebel News reporter, David Menzies, chatting with Greg about crime, the givers and takers in this world, and even dogs in strollers.
Greg welcomes Mandy M. Gunasekara; President Donald Trump's former chief of staff at the US Environmental Protection Agency, talking on US politics, issues the world is currently facing such as the trade war and her book "Y'all Fired" that covers an insider account of an outsider's service in the Trump administration.
Greg chats with Slacker Nation about Rolexes, tires, speed limits and bus lanes, the acquitted hockey players, and Canadian cities who have cancelled concert bookings of a Christian musician who also supports the MAGA movement in the United States.
Greg's guest is Gabriel Friedman, Staff Writer and Auto Reporter for the Financial Post, and they discuss how to fix the Canadian Auto Sector and how the Federal Appeals Court allowing Trump tarriffs to continue affects the industry. They also discuss what it would mean to Canada if it opened up the market to Chinese EVs.
Greg and Lex also discuss a number of topics, including their experiences with road rage!
It's Greg's first show after his wife gave birth, and we celebrate all good mothers this weekend! It's also the first show after the Canadian federal election and Greg welcomes Viva Frei, YouTuber and commercial litigator, and they process why Pierre Poilievre lost the election, and how now-elected Prime Minister Mark Carney handled himself with American President Donald Trump.
It's the weekend before the Canadian Federal Election and Greg talks to Slacker Nation about different issues in the Conservative and Liberal campaigns, and the implications of either party winning on Monday. To further process those ideas, Greg welcomes Bryan Passifume of the Toronto Sun.
Greg also brings up the issue of the rampant car theft problem plaguing Ontario and the re-stamping of Vehicle Identification Numbers on stolen cars with Shawn Vording, President of CARFAX Canada
Wednesday was "Liberation Day" in the United States, and with Donald Trump's tariffs taking effect, including on the automotive sector, Greg breaks it all down. Is Donald Trump doing the right thing? Is all of the public outcry warranted? Has anything actually changed?
Guests for today's show:
Brian Pirvu, Government Relations Consultant for CAA South Central Ontario, to discuss CAA's Worst Roads Campaign.
Plus, Scott Powell, Senior Fellow with the Discovery Institute, reacts to the ongoing war against Elon Musk and Tesla.
Greg welcomes multiple award winning automotive and motorsport writer, Stephanie Wallcraft. She is 2024 Canadian Automotive Journalist of the Year and formerly was the president of the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada. Greg and Stephanie talk about U.S. President Donald Trump's recent auto tariff announcement/how it will affect Canada's automotive industry.
Greg also chats with Slacker Nation about issues regarding the upcoming Canadian federal election, lithium batteries for EVs and more!
Greg welcomes Michael Benoit, Associate Director of Waterloo Centre for Automotive Research as they talk about 3D printing in automotive industry
Greg also converses with Mandy Deveau, marketing Manager of DriveHRIS, chatting about the current pause on auto sector tariffs, what that means for buying a car, and how it affects Canadians and Americans.
Greg also chats with Slacker Nation about how Trump and Trudeau's styles of leadership are affecting their respective countries.
On this Canadian Flag Day, Greg talks with Slacker Nation about what it means to be Canadian, what do Canadians pride themselves on and how we should go about expressing love of country. This comes off the heels of U.S President Donald Trump and his remarks about making Canada the 51st State.
Greg talks with Brian V. Larson, PhD: Interim associate dean for graduate business programs, Widener University, talking about how automakers decide which features, designs, and technologies make it into new cars.
Greg has a special guest in-studio for this show: his brother from Chile, Moises! Not only is Moises Greg's brother, but he is also a music ministry coordinator at his church back home, and in this episode he provides musical interludes coming back from the radio breaks. Producer Lex also joins in on the fun!
Greg, Lex and Slacker Nation talk about Trump's first week back in the White House, the use of expletives in daily life and how the language you grew up with affects the way you view expletives from other languages, and much more!
Greg also welcomes Gary Prenevost, Multi-Unit Franchisee, Keynote Speaker, Franchise Consultant, and Award-Winning Author of The Unstoppable Franchisee and they discuss entrepreneurship and how that can unlock your potential for wealth and prosperity!
Greg is back from Cancun and providing insight for the car sales industry as well as general life advice when it comes how to look at and deal with anxiety. Slacker Nation comes out to discuss and try to refute Slacker Number 1.
Greg also welcomes Michael Letts, Founder, President, and CEO of InVest USA and they chat about the upcoming inauguration of United States President-Elect Donald Trump and Vice-President J.D. Vance and the security issues surrounding the event.The Greg Carrasco Show: Episode 202
The Day of Grievances
In today’s episode, Greg dives into the chaos, discussing everything from politics to the LA fires. He’s also opening the lines to hear from his usual callers—and even some new ones, all the way from Florida!
It’s a mix of heated topics and unforgettable rants. You can’t make this stuff up! Don’t be a slacker—tune in now!
he first show of 2025 is a big one with Sauga 960's afternoon drive host Richard Syrett in-studio and Todd Bourgon of the Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario calling in as they discuss a myriad of topics, including:
- the recent developments in culture and society and how "traditional" values have now become the counter-culture that Generation Z/post-millennial youth have come to embrace
- the tumultuousness of Canadian politics, and the increased calls from Justin Trudeau's own party to step down as Prime Minister
Greg takes Slacker Nation's calls during the "Hour of the Grievances" and quizzes his producer, Lex Tan about his New Year's resolutions!
On the last episode before the Christmas Break, Greg brings in the love of his life, Carina, into the studio to hang out with him and producer Lex Tan. The three in the studio talk about what they're thankful for and what makes this year's Christmas special to each of them, and things get real in the studio!
Greg's guests also drop truth bombs while entertaining you and making you laugh:
- Daniel Bordman, Senior Correspondent for The National Telegraph - They chat about the crisis in the federal government, Justin Trudeau's Liberals falling apart, and Jagmeet Singh's role and culpability in the crisis.
- Brian Reisinger, author of Land Rich, Cash Poor: My Family's Hope and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer - They talk about the problems with the Canada-USA-Mexico borders and how it is affecting the agricultural system, the "family" feud between Canada and the United States particularly between President-Elect Donald Trump and (as of this show) incumbent Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Greg begins today's show by recapping a busy week, which included a Michelin Star birthday dinner. Plus, inspired by all of the level-ups at Octa BJJ last night, Greg sheds some light on working in car sales, and explains how working up the ranks in the industry is much like working towards belts in BJJ.
Then, Greg welcomes on a very special guest, OPP Sergeant Kerry Schmidt. Kerry shares some winter driving safety tips, and highlights the importance of winter tires.
Plus, Greg receives a special call from Rebel News Mission Specialist David Menzies.
In the final hour, Jay Beeber, Executive Director of Policy at the National Motorists Association, joins the show to discuss a variety of topics, including speed limits, red light cameras, & much more.
It's Greg's birthday weekend on the show, and Slacker Nation comes out to wish him a happy birthday and chat! Greg gets a surprise call from David Menzies of Rebel News, and they chat about companies that are distancing themselves from DEI policies, and contrasting that with the ones who keep them.
David Kennedy of Automotive News Canada also chats with Greg about the heightened tariffs that US President-Elect Donald Trump announced earlier this week that could have an impact with Canada and Mexico.
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Greg talks about the Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight from the night before, shares about his ongoing faith journey, and continues to talk politics with Slacker Nation!
Greg welcomes:
Bill Walton, host of "The Bill Walton Show" and chair of the Resolute Protection Foundation as they talk about President-Elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks ahead of his inauguration;
Brian Turner of Driving.ca and Joe David of Woodbine Nissan as they chat about winter driving, the importance of winter tires, optimal brakes and safe driving habits to help you navigate through the winter months!
In the wake of Donald Trump's historic election win in the United States, Greg welcomes on three great guests to recap a busy and eventful week.
Edward Bartlett, President of the International Council for Men and Boys (ICMB), a non-governmental organization working to assure gender equality for all, discusses how Kamala Harris's anti-male sexism drove men from the democratic fold.
Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, shares how Donald Trump’s win affects the automotive and energy sectors.
Drew Allen, Author of “America's Last Stand: Will You Vote to Save or Destroy America in 2024”, and host of “The Drew Allen Show” Podcast, says this is the greatest triumph in America since the Civil War.
And of course, slacker nation fills up the phone lines sharing their thoughts on the election.
