

Dirt Talk by BuildWitt
BuildWitt
Welcome to the Dirt World's top podcast (self-proclaimed). Every week, host Aaron Witt, founder of BuildWitt, interviews construction and mining industry leaders in long form and shares updates on what's happening inside of BuildWitt.
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May 26, 2025 • 13min
BuildWitt Update #2 – DT 341
Aaron recaps the wins and lessons learned at BuildWitt this week.
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May 22, 2025 • 1h 59min
Machines That Make America w/ Jamie Roush – DT 340
Jamie Roush is CEO of Anderson UnderBridge, an OEM that manufactures bridge inspection equipment for America’s over 600,000 bridges. He previously worked in the paving equipment world, where he was known for his unconventional but highly effective style.
Learn more about Anderson UnderBridge at their website here: https://andersonunderbridge.com/
And follow Jamie on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roush-15569a10/
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May 19, 2025 • 16min
BuildWitt Update #1 – DT 339
Aaron recaps the wins and lessons learned at BuildWitt this week.
Learn more about attending the 2025 Ariat Dirt World Summit by visiting www.dirtworld.com!
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May 15, 2025 • 1h 60min
Forty Years of Dirt World Leadership Lessons w/ Dave Lersch – DT 338
Dave Lersch recently retired as the VP of Administrative Operations of Miller Brothers Construction after forty years of work across the organization and Ohio. After a few months from work, he’s reflecting on the lessons learned and his time in the industry!
Learn more about Miller Brothers Construction here: https://www.mbcholdings.com/
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May 14, 2025 • 1h 8min
Europe Trip 2025 Review – DT 337.5
Jack, TJ, and Aaron sit down to recap their recent trip to visit contractors in Germany, the Netherlands, and Italy!
Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!
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May 12, 2025 • 30min
Inside Virginia’s MONSTER Water Project – DT 337
Inside Virginia’s MONSTER Water Project – DT 337
Aaron gives an overview of SWIFT, an innovative water treatment and aquifer recharge project commissioned by the Hampton Roads Sanitation District. Garney, America’s leading water and wastewater contractor, is leading the construction of the multi-billion dollar and multi-year project.
To learn more, visit the project site here: https://www.hrsd.com/swift
Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!
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May 8, 2025 • 1h 43min
Energizing America w/ Ryan Lucas – DT 336
Ryan Lucas is a former lineman and host of the Powerline Podcast, produced under the umbrella of Quanta Services. Leaning on his experience in the field doing anything from new transmission line construction to emergency storm work, he now shines a light on well-deserved stories and topics throughout the power industry. Listen now at the link below!
https://www.powerlinepodcast.com/
Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!
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May 5, 2025 • 29min
How California’s Fire Dozers Work – DT 335
Aaron explains how California’s fire dozers work based on his recent experience with CALFIRE and other state fire agencies. The work is no joke, so some amazing machines and operators are required!
Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!
Stay Dirty!
We’re thrilled to have Ariat as our official Dirt Talk Podcast sponsor!
They make world-class footwear and workwear that we see on every job site we visit, and their folks are just as great as their products.
Dirt Talk listeners can receive 10% off their first order with Ariat by clicking here or visiting Ariat.com/dirttalk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 1, 2025 • 2h 1min
From Antique Tractors to Modern Innovation w/ Phil Rausch of MTS – DT 334
Phil’s the Sales Manager for Mobile Track Solutions, an earthmoving OEM based in Elkader, Iowa. Built upon the earthmoving pedigree of CJ Moyna and Sons, the company has created some of the most innovative earthmoving tools of the modern age. Learn more about the Earthmoving Legacy Center (open to the public) and MTS at the link below!
https://www.earthmovinglegacy.com/
https://www.mobiletracksolutions.com/
Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!
Stay Dirty!
We’re thrilled to have Ariat as our official Dirt Talk Podcast sponsor!
They make world-class footwear and workwear that we see on every job site we visit, and their folks are just as great as their products.
Dirt Talk listeners can receive 10% off their first order with Ariat by clicking here or visiting Ariat.com/dirttalk.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 28, 2025 • 33min
Monday Q&A– DT 333
Aaron's back to answer your questions. Send us your questions — dirttalk@buildwitt.com!Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!Stay Dirty!We’re thrilled to have Ariat as our official Dirt Talk Podcast sponsor!They make world-class footwear and workwear that we see on every job site we visit, and their folks are just as great as their products.Dirt Talk listeners can receive 10% off their first order with Ariat by clicking here or visiting Ariat.com/dirttalk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


