The Overdrive Podcast: By Christian Brothers Automotive

Christian Brothers Automotive, Cameron Giddings

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The Overdrive Podcast, presented by Christian Brothers Automotive, is your accelerator for personal and professional growth. Each episode delves into the gears of business, leadership, and life, offering insights from industry experts, thought leaders, and the Christian Brothers Automotive team. Whether you're looking to rev up your career, fine-tune your leadership skills, or simply drive deeper into the mechanics of life's challenges, The Overdrive Podcast is here to steer you on the smoothest path. Tune in, fuel up, and let's drive forward together.

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Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026

Personal stories from executives, ministry leaders and other guests turn leadership principles into concrete questions about goals, resilience and responsibility.

The Overdrive Podcast turns leadership advice into conversations about decisions made under pressure. Cameron Giddings interviews Christian Brothers Automotive leaders including Chief Growth Officer Brad Fink and President and CEO Donnie Carr, connecting perseverance,…

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A CEO's paid-off mortgage puts your next big goal somewhere firmer than a vision board.

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  • to hear Cameron Giddings and Brad Fink talk about perseverance when your kids are watching
  • a picture of mentorship that includes Houston youth making music and art, beyond leadership slogans
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The Ripple Effect of First Impressions: Brenda McBride's Leadership Lens

A quiet case for treating first impressions like a real leadership habit.

Brenda McBride's story makes a simple point stick: the way someone is greeted can set the tone for an entire workplace. Her 14 years at Christian Brothers Automotive give that idea some real grounding, and the episode keeps returning to the same basic truth without needing to…

Crafting Your Roadmap: Inspiring Goal-Setting with President and CEO Donnie Carr

A warm goal-setting conversation that ties leadership to the choices that shape a life.

Donnie Carr uses a talk about goal setting to connect leadership, responsibility, and the small choices that shape both a business and a home. He walks through growth, the discipline of aiming high, and the way one win can change how someone thinks about money, work, and debt.

In the Driver's Seat with Sting Ray Robb

Faith, failure, and racing leadership shape a rookie IndyCar season.

Stingray Robb's story follows a rookie IndyCar driver who spent 16 years pushing toward this point, then finally got a delayed season rolling while talking about using his platform for God's kingdom.

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Episodes

  1. 1

    Ownership Mindset: Taking Full Responsibility for Your Growth

    The host explores the concept of taking radical ownership for personal and professional growth, arguing that blaming external circumstances prevents progress.

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  2. 2

    Resilience: The Secret to Thriving Through Adversity with Cameron Giddings

    ·15m
  3. 3

    Leadership and Management

    Hidden gem

    Marshall Dallas, a leadership development trainer at Christian Brothers Automotive, defines leadership with ChatGPT’s wording and then sharpens the difference into a simple line: "we lead people and we manage processes." He says leaders steward vision and conviction, while managers plan, organize, and control resources, and he warns that "every leader manages, not every manager leads." The episode turns practical when he lists the costs of imbalance: overled teams lose clarity and process, while over-managed teams drift into silos, routine, and the mentality that "this is how we've always done it." Josh Parnell closes with Proverbs 11:14, and Marshall argues that the right mix changes by season, family, and organization.

    ·22m·1 clip
  4. 4

    Beyond the Wall: Pushing Past Your Limits

    Hidden gem

    Cameron Giddings says his first ultramarathon, the Rattler 50K at Reveal Peak Ranch in Burnett, Texas, covered 31 miles of rocky trail, heat, and hours of pain.

    ·23m·1 clip
  5. 5

    The Ripple Effect of First Impressions: Brenda McBride's Leadership Lens

    Hidden gem

    Brenda McBride's work at Christian Brothers Automotive starts with the first face people see.

    ·30m·1 clip
  6. 6

    Effective Onboarding with Jeff Toth

    Hidden gem

    Jeff Toth says onboarding at his Christian Brothers Automotive locations starts in the interview, where he screens for fit, sets expectations, and explains that the first day includes the employee manual, stories about the business, and meeting the team.

    ·27m·1 clip
  7. 7

    Failure To Launch

    Hidden gem

    Josh Parnell opens by naming the weight that comes with feeling unready.

    ·43m·2 clips
  8. 8

    The Power of Adaptability: Thriving in Uncertainty

    Hidden gem

    Host Cameron Giddings explores adaptability as a crucial leadership trait, arguing that thriving in uncertainty requires training like a muscle.

    ·14m·1 clip
  9. 9

    The Art of Decision-Making: How Great Leaders Make the Right Calls

    Host Cameron Giddings delivers a motivational and practical guide to decisive leadership, arguing that indecision is more costly than wrong decisions.

    ·16m·1 clip
  10. 10

    Mastering the Mental Game: Strengthening Your Mindset for Growth

    Host Cameron Giddings delivers a motivational and educational episode focused on mastering one's mindset for personal and professional growth.

    ·14m·1 clip
  11. 11

    Building Unshakable Habits: The Secret to Long-Term Success

    Host Cameron Giddings explores the science and psychology behind building lasting habits, arguing that long-term success depends not on motivation or willpower, but on creating reliable systems and identity-level routines.

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  12. 12

    Right on Time: Trusting God’s Timing in the Waiting

    ·22m
  13. 13

    Faith Over Fear: One Word to Define Your Year

    Host Cameron Giddings introduces the practice of choosing one word to define your year instead of traditional resolutions, sharing his personal word 'faithful' and the struggle between faith and fear.

    ·11m·1 clip
  14. 14

    Consistency Over Intensity: How Steady Steps Create Lasting Change

    Host Cameron Giddings argues that sustainable success comes from consistent, small actions rather than intense, sporadic bursts of effort.

    ·12m·1 clip
  15. 15

    The Power of Resilience: Bouncing Back Stronger

    Host Cameron Giddings explores the concept of resilience, arguing that the ability to bounce back from failure is the greatest predictor of long-term success.

    ·16m·1 clip
  16. 16

    Empowering Youth and Building Leaders | An Interview with Tre 9

    Hidden gem

    Cameron Giddings welcomes Bobby Herring, known as Trey Nine, and introduces his work with Eyes On Me.

    ·50m·3 clips
  17. 17

    Driving Joy and Excellence: Unveiling the Power of Unity and Leadership with Bogi Lateiner

    Hidden gem

    Cameron Giddings welcomes Bogie, an automotive trailblazer and master mechanic, for a conversation about leadership, perseverance, and pushing against the norm.

    ·31m·2 clips
  18. 18

    Crafting Raving Fans and Operational Excellence: Insights from David Salyers, Chick-fil-A's Marketing Visionary

    Hidden gem

    David Salyers returns to talk with Cameron Giddings.

    ·58m·3 clips
  19. 19

    Running God's Race: Discovering and Trusting God's Plan with Jim Stern

    Cameron Giddings welcomes Jim Stern to talk about running the race God has set before each person.

    ·30m·1 clip
  20. 20

    From Struggle to Strength: Ryan Orbin’s Journey of Faith, Resilience, and Redemption

    Hidden gem

    Ryan Orban tells a story that moves from addiction and despair toward faith and responsibility.

    ·24m·1 clip
  21. 21

    Cultivating Brotherhood, Nurturing Culture: A Conversation with Christian Brothers CFO, Dana Mason

    Hidden gem

    Dana Mason joins the Overdrive Podcast for a conversation about F3 and the culture it is meant to build.

    ·34m·2 clips
  22. 22

    Guiding with Grace: Embracing Shepherd Leadership with Brandon Jones

    Hidden gem

    Brandon Jones joins Cameron Giddings for a conversation about shepherd leadership.

    ·33m·2 clips
  23. 23

    Crafting Your Roadmap: Inspiring Goal-Setting with President and CEO Donnie Carr

    Cameron Giddings sits down with Donnie Carr for a conversation about vision, leadership, and goal-setting.

    ·34m·2 clips
  24. 24

    Becoming Our Best for Those We Love Most: Insights with Chief Growth Officer Brad Fink

    Brad Fink joins Cameron Giddings for a conversation about becoming the best version of yourself for the people you love most.

    ·57m·3 clips
  25. 25

    In the Driver's Seat with Sting Ray Robb

    Hidden gem

    Josh Parnell sits down with IndyCar driver Stingray Rob and starts with the long road from rural Idaho to the number 51 Biohaven Honda.

    ·31m·2 clips
  26. 26

    Finding Redemption: Embracing the Power of Second Chances with Keith Guyton

    Hidden gem

    Keith Guyton's story takes center stage.

    ·34m·2 clips
  27. 27

    The Pursuit of Purpose: Finding Meaning and Direction in Life with Bill Hogan

    Hidden gem

    The episode opens as a special Memorial Day edition of The Overdrive Podcast.

    ·44m·2 clips
  28. 28

    Failure Is Not the Enemy: Conquering Failure Through Faith and Action with Cameron Giddings-

    Hidden gem

    Failure is not the villain Cameron Giddings wants listeners watching.

    ·20m
  29. 29

    Navigating Life's Journey: Austin Lanier on the Power of Mentorship

    Hidden gem

    Christian Brothers Automotive’s The Overdrive Podcast brings Cameron Giddings together with Austin Lanier, a Christian hip-hop artist from Newport News, Virginia who now lives in Houston, Texas.

    ·30m·2 clips
  30. 30

    Built for Disruption: How Discipline Creates Stability When Everything Shifts

    Hidden gem

    Cameron Giddings opens The Overdrive Podcast: By Christian Brothers Automotive with a case for steadiness, saying leadership is not about control but about being “built for” disruption.

    ·22m·1 clip
  31. 31

    Recruiting Leaders

    Feb 27, 2023·39m
  32. 32

    Leading With Love

    Feb 13, 2023·28m
  33. 33

    Coaching Leaders

    Jan 30, 2023·41m
  34. 34

    Looking Forward

    Jan 16, 2023·12m
  35. 35

    Goal Setting

    Jan 2, 2023·26m
  36. 36

    Marks of Forward Leadership

    Dec 19, 2022·44m
  37. 37

    Foundational Conversations

    Dec 5, 2022·19m
  38. 38

    Leading Without a Title | An Interview with Alex Demczak

    Nov 21, 2022·22m
  39. 39

    Leading a Legacy

    Nov 7, 2022·22m
  40. 40

    Passing The Torch | A Farewell Interview with Josh Hitchcock

    Oct 24, 2022·26m
  41. 41

    Love Works. An Interview with Joel Manby - Part 2

    Oct 10, 2022·19m
  42. 42

    Love Works. An Interview with Joel Manby - Part 1

    Oct 3, 2022·16m
  43. 43

    Be a Coffee Bean | An Interview with Damon West - Part 2

    Sep 19, 2022·24m
  44. 44

    Be a Coffee Bean | An Interview with Damon West - Part 1

    Sep 12, 2022·21m
  45. 45

    People First | An Interview with Charles Sanville AKA The Humble Mechanic

    Aug 29, 2022·32m
  46. 46

    Leading From the Front: An Interview with Chris Collins

    Aug 15, 2022·24m
  47. 47

    Be Remarkable: An Interview with David Salyers (Part 2)

    Aug 1, 2022·30m
  48. 48

    Be Remarkable: An Interview with David Salyers (Part 1)

    Jul 25, 2022·24m
  49. 49

    Go Get It: An Interview with Chip Baker

    Jul 11, 2022·22m
  50. 50

    People First: An Interview with Benjamin Lueck

    Jun 27, 2022·23m
  51. 51

    The importance of Good Culture

    Jun 13, 2022·22m
  52. 52

    Rebroadcast: The Power of Resilience: An interview with JP Lane

    May 31, 2022·17m
  53. 53

    Creating a Positive Culture: An Interview with Ginger Hardage

    May 16, 2022·29m
  54. 54

    Leaving a Legacy : An interview with Lew Ten Have

    May 2, 2022·26m
  55. 55

    Strategic Decision Making

    Apr 18, 2022·15m
  56. 56

    Training and Leadership : An Interview with Tortal Training CEO Evan Hackel

    Apr 4, 2022·25m
  57. 57

    Leading in Critical Conversations

    Mar 21, 2022·19m
  58. 58

    The Importance of Developing Good Habits

    Mar 7, 2022·19m
  59. 59

    The Importance of Life Planning

    Feb 21, 2022·16m
  60. 60

    Goal Setting: An interview with Art Coley

    Feb 7, 2022·37m
  61. 61

    The Importance of Intentionality

    Jan 24, 2022·17m
  62. 62

    The Power of Resilience: An interview with JP Lane

    Jan 3, 2022·40m
  63. 63

    The Importance of Resilience

    Dec 6, 2021·16m
  64. 64

    The Leader Sees....Faithfulness

    Nov 29, 2021·28m
  65. 65

    Reasons to Give Thanks

    Nov 22, 2021·21m
  66. 66

    The Leader Sees....Legacy

    Nov 15, 2021·16m
  67. 67

    The Power of Generosity: An interview with Pastor Jason Robinson (Part Two)

    Nov 8, 2021·16m
  68. 68

    The Power of Generosity: An interview with Pastor Jason Robinson (Part One)

    Nov 1, 2021·15m
  69. 69

    The Leader Sees....Generosity

    Oct 25, 2021·19m
  70. 70

    The Leader Sees....The Future

    Oct 18, 2021·16m
  71. 71

    The Leader Sees....Opportunity

    Oct 11, 2021·16m
  72. 72

    The Leader Sees....Abundance

    Oct 4, 2021·18m
  73. 73

    The Leader Sees....People

    Sep 27, 2021·22m
  74. 74

    The Leader Sees....Win-Win: An interview with Michael Suttle Part 2

    Sep 20, 2021·12m
  75. 75

    The Leader Sees....Win-Win: An interview with Michael Suttle

    Sep 13, 2021·18m
  76. 76

    The Leader Sees....

    Sep 6, 2021·12m
  77. 77

    Character in Leadership: Courage

    Aug 30, 2021·19m
  78. 78

    A Look Back: An Interview with former NFL TE John Carlson

    Aug 23, 2021·23m
  79. 79

    Character in Leadership: Servanthood

    Aug 16, 2021·15m
  80. 80

    Character in Leadership: Self-Control

    Aug 9, 2021·21m
  81. 81

    Character in Leadership: Empathy

    Aug 2, 2021·16m
  82. 82

    Character in Leadership : Integrity

    Jul 26, 2021·21m
  83. 83

    Character in Leadership : Interview with Legendary Leadership CEO Phil Nicaud Part Two

    Jul 19, 2021·28m
  84. 84

    Character in Leadership : Interview with Legendary Leadership CEO Phil Nicaud Part One

    Jul 12, 2021·24m
  85. 85

    Character in Leadership

    Jul 5, 2021·20m
  86. 86

    Leading During Tough Times: Implementing the Plan

    Jun 28, 2021·23m
  87. 87

    Leading During Tough Times: Preparing Effective Solutions

    Jun 21, 2021·14m
  88. 88

    Leading During Tough Times: Remaining Calm

    Jun 14, 2021·15m
  89. 89

    Leading During Tough Times: Embracing the Shift

    Jun 7, 2021·15m
  90. 90

    Persevering in Tough Times: A Conversation with former NFL Tight End John Carlson

    May 31, 2021·23m
  91. 91

    Leading During Tough Times

    May 24, 2021·13m
  92. 92

    Leadership 101 (Part 2)

    May 17, 2021·13m
  93. 93

    Leadership 101 (Part 1)

    May 10, 2021·16m
  94. 94

    A Conversation with Donnie Carr: Everyday Leadership Lessons

    Apr 27, 2021·32m