The Dent Slayer Podcast

Episode 19 | Keith Cosentino

Episode 19 is LIVE with our guest Keith Cosentino, owner of Black Plague PDR, Claim Connection, PDR College, and Bullseye Dent Repair in Sacramento, California. Keith is a second-time guest and is a wealth of knowledge for PDR technicians. On this episode we discuss the idea of Gamifying our businesses. How are we reinvesting to grow our businesses? Are we removing all of the resources from our businesses, or are we strategically using our resources to WIN in the game of Business? 
This episode is brought to you by our Sponsors:
-Black Plague PDR Tools: Black plague dent and crease tabs are some of the most high performing tabs on the planet. They hook up and deliver superior results. Also, if you want to repair stretched oil can dents check out the SB4 shrinky box. Get all things black plague at deadrattabs.com
-PDR Expo the premier event dedicated entirely to the paintless dent repair industry. Happening September 25th and 26th, 2026 at The Rio in Las Vegas, this is where techs, tool companies, and industry leaders come together for two full days of education, networking, live competitions, and hands-on access to the latest tools and innovations. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, PDR Expo is built to help you sharpen your skills and grow your business. Don’t miss the Dent Trials, beginner competitions, and the chance to connect with the best in the trade. Learn more and grab your tickets at PDRExpo.com.
– Mobile Tech RX: The all-in-one app built to help auto recon pros work smarter, earn more, and look as professional as their work! Start your Free Trial today at https://www.mobiletechrx.com/
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training.
James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
 
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
 
Check out our tools, panel stand and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools
 
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com
 
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com
 
Want us to answer your question on the show? or... Are You interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! PDR, Paintless Dent Removal, Paintless Dent Repair, PDR Training

Episode 18 | Dave and Kayla Swyers

Episode 18 is live! The first husband and wife PDR couple to be on the podcast. Actually, Kayla is the first lady to appear on the podcast as well. Dave Swyers spent 18 years at Dent Wizard, including international hail work. Dave and Kayla met in 2012 and became a couple shortly thereafter. Kayla largely taught herself PDR, with Dave assisting in advanced training.In 2017, Kayla was hired by Dent Wizard and completed formal training, finishing at the top of her class. She and Dave worked together on the hail trail, including multiple trips to Australia, where Kayla was the only female PDR technician at their job site. In 2019, Dave and Kayla left Dent Wizard to forge their own path. In 2023, they sold their house and most belongings and began traveling full-time in their RV with their two mini Australian Shepherds, Ace and Arrow. 
This episode is brought to you by our Sponsors:
 
-Mobile Tech Expo: MTE is the MUST-ATTEND event for all PDR pros. It's the only place where you can get extensive business training specific to your day-to-day operations, shop for tools and equipment all in one place, meet up with other PDR pros to talk shop, enjoy some drinks and create lasting relationships. MTE is something you simply cannot miss. Happening at the end of January in Orlando Florida. Hurry up and get your tickets at mobiletechexpo.com
 
-Black Plague PDR Tools: Black plague dent and crease tabs are some of the most high performing tabs on the planet. They hook up and deliver superior results. Also, if you want to repair stretched oil can dents check out the SB4 shrinky box. Get all things black plague at deadrattabs.com
 
– Mobile Tech RX: The all-in-one app built to help auto recon pros work smarter, earn more, and look as professional as their work! Start your Free Trial today at https://www.mobiletechrx.com/
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training.
 
James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
 
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
 
Check out our tools, panel stand and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools
 
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com
 
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com
 
Want us to answer your question on the show? or... Are You interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! PDR, Paintless Dent Removal, Paintless Dent Repair, PDR Training

Episode 17 | Gene Fetty

Episode 17 is live!
The one and only Gene Fetty was down from Pittsburg for the podcast. Gene and his wife Melissa own Dent Repair Now in Pittsburg PA. Gene is a leading teacher in the PDR and GPR industries and has been a contributing member of the community for a long time. Find his PDR service business as well as his training business at www.dentrepairnow.com 
 
This episode is brought to you by our 2 Presenting Sponsors
– Mobile Tech RX: The all-in-one app built to help auto recon pros work smarter, earn more, and look as professional as their work! Start your Free Trial today at https://www.mobiletechrx.com/
 
-Claim Connection.IO : They write PDR estimates, submit them, and argue with the insurance company- as long as it takes- to get you the money you deserve to do a top‑quality repair. They are relentless. https://www.claimconnection.io/
 
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training.
 
James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
 
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
 
Check out our tools, panel stand and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools
 
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com
 
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com
 
Want us to answer your question on the show? or... Are You interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! PDR, Paintless Dent Removal, Paintless Dent Repair, PDR Training

Episode 16 | Mark Boyette & Tony Shirley

Episode 16 is live! Mark Boyette and Tony Shirley joined us this month. Mark is a 20+ year hail tech the owner of Tier One Dent Repair. Mark is also Matt's younger brother- so stand by for some really good stories from growing up.  Tony is also a hail tech and the owner of Ace of Spades Dent Repair. To hear Tony's full story check out episode 7. In this episode we talk dog ownership, firearms, and recap the 2025 season, which was Mark's first season as an independent contractor.  
This episode is brought to you by our 2 Presenting Sponsors
-Claim Connection.IO : They write PDR estimates, submit them, and argue with the insurance company- as long as it takes- to get you the money you deserve to do a top‑quality repair. They are relentless. https://www.claimconnection.io/
– Mobile Tech RX: The all-in-one app built to help auto recon pros work smarter, earn more, and look as professional as their work! Start your Free Trial today at https://www.mobiletechrx.com/
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training.
James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
Check out our tools and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com
Want us to answer your question on the show? or... Are You interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! PDR, Paintless Dent Removal, Paintless Dent Repair, PDR Training

Episode 15 | Brandon Schmitz

Episode 15 is live! Matt and James welcome Brandon Schmitz, owner of Eagle Dent Repair in Mobile, Alabama. Brandon is also a co-host of The Ginger Bros Podcast. Brandon has a great story and in only 12 years in PDR has already left his mark on the industry.
This episode is brought to you by our 2 Presenting Sponsors – Mobile Tech RX: The all-in-one app built to help auto recon pros work smarter, earn more, and look as professional as their work! Start your Free Trial today at https://www.mobiletechrx.com/ -Claim Connection.IO : They write PDR estimates, submit them, and argue with the insurance company- as long as it takes- to get you the money you deserve to do a top‑quality repair. They are relentless. https://www.claimconnection.io/
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training.
James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
Check out our tools and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com
Want us to answer your question on the show? or... Are You interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! PDR, Paintless Dent Removal, Paintless Dent Repair, PDR Training

Episode 14 | Dave Schaulat

Episode 14 is live! Matt and James welcome David Schaulat, owner of Professional Dent Repair in Phoenix, Arizona. Dave was trained by the Dent Wizard,  El Padrino, Natalio Balderamma, in Miami in 1991. Hear about his exciting career that brought him all over the US and Europe. 
This episode is brought to you by our 2 Presenting Sponsors
– Mobile Tech RX: The all-in-one app built to help auto recon pros work smarter, earn more, and look as professional as their work! Start your Free Trial today at https://www.mobiletechrx.com/
-Claim Connection.IO : They write PDR estimates, submit them, and argue with the insurance company- as long as it takes- to get you the money you deserve to do a top‑quality repair. They are relentless. https://www.claimconnection.io/
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training. James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
Check out our tools and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com
Want us to answer your question on the show? or... Are You interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! PDR, Paintless Dent Removal, Paintless Dent Repair, PDR Training

Episode 13 | Carl Stuckey

Episode 13 is live!
Matt and James welcome Carl Stuckey, owner of Stuckey Tools- the originator of the first cordless PDR light. Carl has been in the PDR industry since 1997 and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience.  Find his lights and tools at https://www.stuckeytools.com/
 
 This episode is brought to you by our 2 Presenting Sponsors
-Claim Connection.IO : They write PDR estimates, submit them, and argue with the insurance company- as long as it takes- to get you the money you deserve to do a top‑quality repair. They are relentless. https://www.claimconnection.io/
– Mobile Tech RX: The all-in-one app built to help auto recon pros work smarter, earn more, and look as professional as their work! Start your Free Trial today at https://www.mobiletechrx.com/
 
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training.
James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
Check out our tools and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools 
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com 
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com 
Want us to answer your question on the show? or... Are You interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! PDR, Paintless Dent Removal, Paintless Dent Repair, PDR Training

Episode 12 | Garrett Nelson

Episode 12 is live!
Matt and James welcome Garrett Nelson, owner of Absolute Wheel Repair in Orange City, Florida. Garrett and James met while working for Dent Wizard together several years ago.  Find Garrett at https://absolutewheelrepair.com/
This episode is brought to you by our 2 Presenting Sponsors
– Mobile Tech RX: The all-in-one app built to help auto recon pros work smarter, earn more, and look as professional as their work! Start your Free Trial today at https://www.mobiletechrx.com/
-Claim Connection.IO : They write PDR estimates, submit them, and argue with the insurance company- as long as it takes- to get you the money you deserve to do a top‑quality repair. They are relentless. https://www.claimconnection.io/
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training.
James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
Check out our tools and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com
Want us to answer your question on the show? or... Are You interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! PDR, Paintless Dent Removal, Paintless Dent Repair, PDR Training

Episode 11 | Matt & James | Tech Pay•Land Dealerships•Misogi•DB Expo•Much More

Episode 11 is live!
Matt and James take an Episode to catch up on several subjects. We talk about Misogi, our recent trip to DB Expo in Italy, Tech pay percentages, Sponsorships, and more. We also answer a question from a listener who is struggling to get work from franchise dealerships.
This episode is brought to you by our Presenting Sponsor – Mobile Tech RX: The all-in-one app built to help auto recon pros work smarter, earn more, and look as professional as their work! Start your Free Trial today at https://www.mobiletechrx.com/
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training.
James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
Check out our tools and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com
Want us to answer your question on the show? or... Are You interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! PDR, Paintless Dent Removal, Paintless Dent Repair, PDR Training

Episode 10 | Donnie Walker

Episode 10 is live with Donnie Walker!
This episode is the first of its kind, where we have a non-PDR-industry professional. Matt met Donnie at a firearms training event a last year and became fast friends. Donnie is a retired Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer who lives in Savannah, GA. Donnie's love for firearms and freedom lead him to start Low Country Range Days, where they Build Community through Tactical Firearms Training. This event is a multi-day firearms training scenario where some of the best instructors in the industry offer classes and attendees can build their own experience. Check his business out at https://lowcountryrangedays.com/home
Matt Boyette is the Owner of All Out Paintless Dent Removal in Jacksonville, Florida as well as Dent Slayer Tools and Training.
James Ricci is owner of Dent Repair Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Matt and James have been good friends since around 2003.
Want to learn PDR? Check out our new Video Course at www.dentslayer.com We also offer in-person beginner and advanced training in St. Augustine, Florida.
Check out our tools and PDR Hot Glue at https://dentslayer.com/tools
Find Matt here Youtube: Matt Boyette Facebook: Dent Slayer Instagram: The Dent Slayer www.alloutpdrjax.com
Find James here Youtube: Dent Repair Jax Facebook: Dent Repair Jax Fl Instagram: Dent Repair Jax http://www.dentrepairjax.com
Interested in being on the show? Or do you know someone who you think would be a great guest? email us at thedentslayerpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! Paintless Dent Repair, Paintless Collision Repair,  PDR, Paintless Dent Removal