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 2, 2021 • 44min
#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 text 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 • 40min
#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 text 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 • 53min
#35 Apprentice Pods 2- The tale of the Golden Wrench
Part 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 a text 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 • 47min
#34 Apprentice Pods! Part 1
Will 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 a text 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 • 55min
#33 I owe it all to the Oregon Trail
Eric and Andy talk technology in the trades, weather, water heaters and Texas! Send us a text 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 • 55min
#32 The best of everything?
When 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 a text 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 20, 2021 • 43min
#31 Who Provides the Tools?
The guys talk tools again only this time its about who supplies them and how. Ever hear of a shop that rents tools to their employees? Send us a text 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 12, 2021 • 55min
#30 Asset Management
Eric and Andy have Guest Andy Lambert from Milwaukee Tool's One-Key program on to talk about tool and asset management. Send us a text 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 5, 2021 • 50min
#29 Run what you Brung, Bro
Eric and Andy talk about some simple ways to keep inventory and tools organized and productive on a truck or van.Send us a text 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
Jan 8, 2021 • 1h 9min
#28 Chad is back. Sorry. Lol
We said his first time was going to be his last but they say the third time is a charm. Andy, Eric & Chad wrap up a chaotic 2020 with what may be the most chaotic podcast episode ever. Send us a text 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
