The KDAN Audio Experience!
The KDAN Audio Experience!
Daniel J. Johnson Sr.
In this show we take a look at the towing and recovery industry hosted by retired tow operator Daniel J. Johnson Sr. Dan was raised in the towing industry and spent 23 years of his adult life working it. Now that he has sold his business he wants to share his experiences with the world highlighting the challenges and difficulties that most tow operators and owners face on a daily level in one of the most dangerous professions out there. On average 1 tow operator is killed on the job every 6 days in North America. The goal of this show is to raise awareness for a profession that seems to "blend in" on the side of the road. By listening to this show and hearing the stories we hope that it brings the towing industry to the front of mind when traveling down the road. Some of the stories are comical and some are unbelievably horrific but rest assured... you will be entertained by them. So sit back and tune in The KDAN Audio Experience! You'll be glad you did.
Season 2 Episode 2 Justin Green
I was able to catch equipment finance legend Justin Green for a few minutes. In the first part of the show we get to know Justin a little bit as a husband and father and then we get down to the nuts and bolts of what it takes to be successful in not...
Mar 7, 2021
42 min
Season 2 Episode 1 Ray Caveness
Starting of Season 2 I interviewed veteran tow operator Ray Caveness. Father, Grandfather, Husband and Military Veteran you won't want to miss this episode.
Feb 1, 2021
27 min
The season 1 highlight episode.
As 2020 comes to a close I thought I would take a look back at Season 1. Even though the podcast is framed around the towing industry we did cover other topics as well.Sit back and enjoy some casual conversation covering topics such as doughnut...
Dec 21, 2020
40 min
Ep. 11: Dan Johnson Interview Conclusion
In this episode we look at a more serious side of the towing industry and Dan shares some of the brutal incidents that he has been called on over the years. The Police handle the scene, Fire and EMS handle the victims and the Towing Industry handles the...
Jul 20, 2020
36 min
Ep.10 The Dan Johnson Interview
In this episode the Hooker on the Street himself is interviewed by longtime friend and radio personality Deb Slater. We learn a little more about Dan Johnson, how he got into towing and some of the memorable moments over a 23 year career to include the...
Jul 6, 2020
51 min
Ep. 9: Elena
Dan and Elena discuss employees. Where to find them. How to keep them. When you should  let a bad one go. Keeping potential candidates in a pipeline ready to be interviewed if an opening becomes available. The importance of having specific resources in...
Jun 24, 2020
37 min
Ep. 8: Mike G
The topic of the day is COVID-19. Mike G joins me to discuss some of the changes in the service industry, whether a mask helps or hurts and we learn what the acronym H.A.B.A. means. So, tune in for an armchair quarterback perspective on a global issue.
Jun 9, 2020
26 min
Ep. 5: Mike G
I was visited by long time friend and tire guy Mike G. We went over everything from broken ribs on the job to proper tire maintenance, with some dolly tire awareness thrown in for flavor. I also shared some stories about dispatching and scale house tire thumping. If you like the show remember to tell a friend and share the link.
Jun 9, 2020
47 min
Ep. 3: Johnson Family
In this episode Dan, Elena, DJ and Isabella discuss the challenges of growing up in a family business that is 24/7. Having all been a part of the business over the years they cover working for family and customer interactions. Now that the business is sold, they discuss how it feels to be away from the one job/industry that they were all a part of.
Jun 8, 2020
1 hr 8 min
Ep. 6: Elena
Elena joined me in the studio today to discuss how to make sure you get payment secured before you head out on that remote recovery. We also covered the origin of the "stripper hole" that claimed more than one Honda Accord.
Jun 9, 2020
33 min
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