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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May 28, 2021 • 42min
#45 What an angle!
Eric and Andy talk about material shortages and Virtual Trade Shows. Send us a textSend 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
May 21, 2021 • 52min
#44 Kevin from Seaside!
The guys talk integrity, maintenance agreements and more with the owner of Cape Cod's own Seaside Gas. Send us a textSend 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
May 14, 2021 • 45min
#43 Instagram Q&A part 2
Eric and Andy take a whack at another round of questions from the IG fam!Send us a textSend 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
May 7, 2021 • 43min
#42 Instagram Q&A Part I
We asked and you delivered! Dozens of questions on running a business to recruiting kids into the trades came from you our loyal audience and we had fun answering! Part II will come next week, thank you! Send us a textSend 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 30, 2021 • 58min
EP# 41 Just another organization episode....
Eric & Andy dive deep into van & truck organization conversation. A little of what has transpired to produce the service vehicle they drive today. Send us a textSend 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
Andy & 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 a textSend 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!
#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 a textSend 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!
The 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 a textSend 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!
Technical difficulties and scheduling issues lead Eric and Andy into a random conversation about unions, training, stadiums and energy drinks. Send us a textSend 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!
John 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 a textSend 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
