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đĽ Curmudgeonâs Corner â The Conversation Beyond the Shine
Curmudgeonâs Corner isnât just a detailing podcast anymore â itâs a seat at the table for real conversations with real people.
Hosted by Aaron Burkett, founder of Phoenix E.O.D., the show dives deep into the lives, passions, and personal battles of entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday legends who are chasing meaning over mediocrity.
From detailers to doctors, astronauts to artists, each guest brings a story about craft, resilience, and the courage to evolve. One week itâs car care; the next, itâs soul care â and somehow, it all connects.
Because this isnât about perfection. Itâs about purpose.
Itâs about rising, rebuilding, and remembering that weâre all works in progress â still learning, still fighting, still shining.
The Corner Hangout â where conversation meets conviction, and community always comes first.
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đĽ Curmudgeonâs Corner â The Conversation Beyond the Shine
Curmudgeonâs Corner isnât just a detailing podcast anymore â itâs a seat at the table for real conversations with real people.
Hosted by Aaron Burkett, founder of Phoenix E.O.D., the show dives deep into the lives, passions, and personal battles of entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday legends who are chasing meaning over mediocrity.
From detailers to doctors, astronauts to artists, each guest brings a story about craft, resilience, and the courage to evolve. One week itâs car care; the next, itâs soul care â and somehow, it all connects.
Because this isnât about perfection. Itâs about purpose.
Itâs about rising, rebuilding, and remembering that weâre all works in progress â still learning, still fighting, still shining.
The Corner Hangout â where conversation meets conviction, and community always comes first.
www.phoenixeod.com
www.instagram.com/phoenixeod
Episodes
Jun 27, 2025
Jun 27, 2025
1 hr 59 min
Featuring Adam Blevins, M.A., CCISM â Author of Welcome to the S.H.I.F.T. Show: How to Love Yourself in a World That Wonât
What does it take to find self-worth in a world that doesnât want you to?
This week, weâre talking trauma, mental health, and the power of real transformation with former state trooper turned counselor Adam Blevins. His raw, five-step S.H.I.F.T. framework will challenge you to stop surviving and start thrivingâno fluff, no BS.
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Learn how to:
Break toxic patterns
Build mental toughness
Reclaim your story
Adam Blevins, M.A., CCISM, is a former Virginia State Trooper who now serves as the Operations Director for the Virginia Law Enforcement Assistance Program (VALEAP). In this role, he leads statewide initiatives focused on peer support, trauma intervention, and promoting wellness among first responders. Adam continues to serve his community as an auxiliary police officer with the Saltville Police Department, and as a licensed resident counselor at Rivers of Hope Counseling, LLC, where he specializes in therapy for trauma, grief, and emotional resilience.
With advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and professional credentials in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), Adam brings both expertise and compassion to his work. He holds a bachelorâs degree in criminal justice and a masterâs degree in clinical mental health counseling from Liberty University, where he is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Trauma-Informed Care.
Combining his experience in law enforcement with his dedication to mental health, Adam offers a unique, practical perspective on suffering, identity, and healing. He is also the author of Welcome to the S.H.I.F.T. Showâ˘: How to Love Yourself in a World That Wonât, an unflinchingly honest and profoundly human guide for anyone ready to stop surviving and start truly living. The book releases May 13, 2025.
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If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, seek help from a professional and call 9-8-8. The United Statesâ first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline 988 will connect callers with trained mental health counselors.
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Jun 13, 2025
Jun 13, 2025
2 hr 28 min
âĄď¸The House of Rags Returns to Curmudgeon's Corner | Episode 57âĄď¸
Theyâre back â and this time, itâs personal... again.
Join us for a thunderous reunion on Curmudgeonâs Corner Ep. 57 as we welcome Jamie Pardee and Eddie Colon, the unstoppable forces behind The House of Rags (THOR). These two detailing legends have been on the show before â individually, together, and everywhere in between â but this time? We're pulling no punches and diving deep into the latest madness from the rag gods themselves.
đĽ Whatâs new in the world of THOR?
âď¸ What ancient secrets are they unleashing next?
𧟠What do they really think about the state of the detailing world?
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Saturday, June 14th â 8 PM EST / 5 PM PST
đŹ Live. Loud. Legendary.
Expect laughs, stories, maybe a little friendly fire, and a whole lot of rag talk. Youâve heard the myth. Now witness the mayhem.
Whether you're a detailer, a die-hard fan, or just here for the banter, this is one episode you donât want to miss.
Subscribe. Set your reminders. Bring your rags.
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Suicide prevention and crisis counseling resources
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It's So Easy, Even A Curmudgeon Can Do It!
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Jun 11, 2025
Jun 11, 2025
2 hr 27 min
In this episode, we sit down with Aaron from Phoenix EOD to dive into the journey behind his innovative detailing brand.
We talk about how he started Phoenix EOD, the inspiration behind his standout products, and what exciting new releases are on the horizon. Aaron also opens up about the real struggles of building a brand from the ground up, the lessons he's learned, and what it takes to stand out in the competitive world of automotive detailing. Whether you're a detailer, business owner, or just a fan of the industry, this episode is packed with value, insight, and inspiration.
đ§ Topics we cover:
The origin story of Phoenix EOD
Behind the scenes of product development
Upcoming product launches
Challenges of building a detailing brand
Lessons learned and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
đ§ Tune in, get inspired, and learn what it really takes to build a successful detailing business from someone who's doing it every day.
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May 30, 2025
May 30, 2025
1 hr 58 min
Curmudgeon's Corner 56!!!
May 31st at 8pmEastern/5pmPacific we are breaking the box again and bringing in one of our own from the Phoenix Family!
Our guest is Conway Stevens, aka CS AutoTech and Detailing - Conway... Or should he beknown as The Rocket Man!? Let's get into it!
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Phoenix Rise From The Ashes Pay It Forward Campaign - Send Donations To: Phoenix E.O.D. 404 Bloomfield Dr., Suite 1, West Berlin NJ, 08091
Suicide prevention and crisis counseling resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, seek help from a professional and call 9-8-8. The United Statesâ first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline 988 will connect callers with trained mental health counselors.
Text âHOMEâ to 741741 in the U.S. and Canada to reach the Crisis Text Line.
#CurmudgeonsCorner #Phoenixeod #Socleenmobiledetailing #ConwayStevens #CSAutoTechandDetailing #RocketMan #Podcast #Detailing #Suicideprevention #tilvalhallaproject
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May 17, 2025
May 17, 2025
2 hr 5 min
Yet ANOTHER #MTE superstar we've been anxiously awaiting to have on The Corner!
Our guest is Steven Thompson, aka The Detail Kid! Steven is not only the world's youngest certified detailer, rebuilder of his custom Tesla, and celebrity in the detailing community.
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Phoenix Rise From The Ashes Pay It Forward Campaign - Send Donations To: Phoenix E.O.D. 404 Bloomfield Dr., Suite 1, West Berlin NJ, 08091
Suicide prevention and crisis counseling resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, seek help from a professional and call 9-8-8. The United Statesâ first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline 988 will connect callers with trained mental health counselors.
Text âHOMEâ to 741741 in the U.S. and Canada to reach the Crisis Text Line.
#CurmudgeonsCorner #Phoenixeod #Socleenmobiledetailing #CharlestonDetail #Podcast #Detailing #Suicideprevention #tilvalhallaproject
It's So Easy, Even A Curmudgeon Can Do It!
It's So Easy, Even A Curmudgeon Can Do It!
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May 3, 2025
May 3, 2025
2 hr 16 min
THIS is the episode to off the rails! We don't know who's coming on the show... Eileen has a mystery guest... Aaron has a mystery guest... What's going on with the Corner tonight!?!? LET'S GOOOOO!!!!
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Phoenix Rise From The Ashes Pay It Forward Campaign - Send Donations To: Phoenix E.O.D. 404 Bloomfield Dr., Suite 1, West Berlin NJ, 08091
Suicide prevention and crisis counseling resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, seek help from a professional and call 9-8-8. The United Statesâ first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline 988 will connect callers with trained mental health counselors.
Text âHOMEâ to 741741 in the U.S. and Canada to reach the Crisis Text Line.
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Apr 19, 2025
Apr 19, 2025
2 hr 16 min
ANOTHER show we've been dying to have since we had the absolute pleasure to meet him down at the #MTE !!!
Our guest is Josuel Sala of NY Foam Kings! Mobile Detailer, Entrepreneur, Boxer, and a GREAT human!
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We want to hear from you! If you'd like to be on the show or have an email read or content you'd like to see, EMAIL US!!! Media@phoenixeod.com
Phoenix Rise From The Ashes Pay It Forward Campaign - Send Donations To: Phoenix E.O.D. 404 Bloomfield Dr., Suite 1, West Berlin NJ, 08091
Suicide prevention and crisis counseling resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, seek help from a professional and call 9-8-8. The United Statesâ first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline 988 will connect callers with trained mental health counselors.
Text âHOMEâ to 741741 in the U.S. and Canada to reach the Crisis Text Line.
#CurmudgeonsCorner #Phoenixeod #Socleenmobiledetailing #CharlestonDetail #Podcast #Detailing #Suicideprevention #tilvalhallaproject
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Apr 5, 2025
Apr 5, 2025
2 hr 11 min
This the show we've been dying to have since we had the absolute pleasure to meet him down at the #MTE !!!
Our guest is Eric Vaughn of Charleston Detail - The Man, The Myth, The Legend!!! Software Engineer, Music School Teacher, Musician, Real Estate Mogul, Detailer, and a WONDERFUL, SUPER CHILL HUMAN!!!
Also, in this episode we're going to joined by our CMO Madlyn Ferrara, owner of Jackson St. Consulting. She'll be popping in to talk about Consulting, Marketing, Social Media and The Phoenix E.O.D. Ambassador Program!
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We want to hear from you! If you'd like to be on the show or have an email read or content you'd like to see, EMAIL US!!! Media@phoenixeod.com
Phoenix Rise From The Ashes Pay It Forward Campaign - Send Donations To: Phoenix E.O.D. 404 Bloomfield Dr., Suite 1, West Berlin NJ, 08091
Suicide prevention and crisis counseling resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, seek help from a professional and call 9-8-8. The United Statesâ first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline 988 will connect callers with trained mental health counselors.
Text âHOMEâ to 741741 in the U.S. and Canada to reach the Crisis Text Line.
#CurmudgeonsCorner #Phoenixeod #Socleenmobiledetailing #CharlestonDetail #Podcast #Detailing #Suicideprevention #tilvalhallaproject
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