Make Trades Great Again
Eric Aune, Andy Mickelson
Whether you're a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or simply interested in the trades, the "Make Trades Great Again" podcast offers something for everyone. Our goal is to promote the value of skilled trades, provide essential resources, and build a strong community of passionate individuals.Industry Insights - Educational Content - Community Stories - Technology in TradesTune in now and be part of the movement to make trades great again!
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Apr 30, 2021 • 58min
EP# 41 Just another organization episode....
Send us Fan MailEric & Andy dive deep into van & truck organization conversation. A little of what has transpired to produce the service vehicle they drive today. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Apr 23, 2021 • 49min
#40 The Biggest Plumber a.k.a Alex Gouin
Send us Fan MailAndy & Eric talk Canadian apprenticeships with Instagrams @thebiggestplumber Alex Gouin. The guys compare a typical US apprenticeship in the trades to a very different government sponsored program universal to Canada. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Apr 16, 2021 • 46min
#39 The Money is in the Ground!
Send us Fan Mail#39 Brad Near also known on the IG as @KCplumbingandrooter joins the crew to talk about the ins and outs of a plumbing a drain business. We talk trenchless technology, business start up and hiring. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Apr 9, 2021 • 39min
#38 Toolaholic Kiefer Limeback in the house!
Send us Fan MailThe guys sit down with the famous tool guru Kiefer Limeback. The Toolaholic talks about how he got his start in general contracting and even some cool new tools he's trying out. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Apr 2, 2021 • 42min
#37 When good plans go awry!
Send us Fan MailTechnical difficulties and scheduling issues lead Eric and Andy into a random conversation about unions, training, stadiums and energy drinks. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Mar 26, 2021 • 39min
#36 Bull$#it, those kids want to work!
Send us Fan MailJohn Barba, veteran of the plumbing & heating trades and head trainer for Taco Inc joins the boys to shed some light on these kids who "just want to play videos games".Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Mar 19, 2021 • 52min
#35 Apprentice Pods 2- The tale of the Golden Wrench
Send us Fan MailPart 2 of Apprentice pods the guys talk about some of the defining moments in their careers that inspired them to become a more serious craftsman.Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Mar 12, 2021 • 46min
#34 Apprentice Pods! Part 1
Send us Fan MailWill Gen Z workers need to be managed differently as apprentices? This week Chad is back and the guys talk about apprentices and how they came up thru the ranks. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Mar 5, 2021 • 54min
#33 I owe it all to the Oregon Trail
Send us Fan MailEric and Andy talk technology in the trades, weather, water heaters and Texas! Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
Feb 26, 2021 • 54min
#32 The best of everything?
Send us Fan MailWhen we started on our own a $89 corded sawzall got the job done just fine. Now every "influencer" says you have to have the absolute best of the best but where does it start or stop?Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email
