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Appetite for Construction

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Mechanical Hub Media's John Mesenbrink and Tim Ward turn up the volume as hosts of this weekly Appetite for Construction podcast. The chat fest digs deep into the building trades industry, and features interviews with industry professionals and a variety of irrelevant, fun stuff that we hope you will enjoy. Trust us, we are just two regular guys with lots of thoughts, ideas and opinions. #construction #trades #tradetalk #plumbing #mechanicalsystems #buildingtrades #hvac #heatingandcooling

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Gun Shy, Stage Fright, Bladder Shyness

April 23, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 7.91 MB

While Tim is away drinking cocktails with umbrellas in them, John invites Eric Aune to tackle the topic of paruresis, or bladder shyness—the inability to pee when others are around. We also talk about Earth Day and why we should be taking the future of the environment seriously everyday. #notdeadyetpodcast #ndypodcast #mechanicalhub #stagefright #gunshy peeproblems Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ...

Carrying on the Jobsite

April 21, 2021 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

After a plethora of shootings across the country, and one that recently took the lives of two HVAC techs in South Carolina, John flies solo on this podcast to talk with Jason Ridgeway, Ridgeway Home Services and Veterans Heating and Cooling, to discuss conceal and carry and carrying on the jobsite. This honest conversation tackles a topic that we think more contractors are partaking in, legally, of course. #notdeadyetpodcast #NDYpodcast #concealandcarry #carryingonthejobsite #packingheat #yo...

Conceal & Carry on the Jobsite

April 21, 2021 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

After a plethora of shootings across the country, and one that recently took the lives of two HVAC techs in South Carolina, John flies solo on this podcast to talk with Jason Ridgeway, Ridgeway Home Services and Veterans Heating and Cooling, to discuss conceal and carry and carrying on the jobsite. This honest conversation tackles a topic that we think more contractors are partaking in, legally, of course. #notdeadyetpodcast #NDYpodcast #concealandcarry #carryingonthejobsite #packingheat #yo...

Chill Brah: The Most Stressful Jobs

April 16, 2021 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Last week Tim and John discussed some of the most chill places to live and some not so much. This week they piggyback off of that and talk about the Top 10 Most Stressful Jobs in America, according to a story by CNBC. Is your job on the list? We break down the top 10 most high anxiety producers. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team! Follow Plumbing Perspec...

Disruptions in the Supply Chain & Pesky Bugs

April 14, 2021 19:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Tim and John welcome back Bill Gray, president or Uponor North America, to discuss disruptions in the supply chain, in part due to the storms in Texas, those pesky Western Conifer Bugs and Uponor's commitment to the trades. Case in point, donating to the American Red Cross and Water Mission, and providing materials to contractors in the Lone Star State. #notdeadyetpodcast #ndypodcast #mechanicalhub #uponor #supplychain #supplyanddemand #texasstorms #texascrisis #PEXpiping Subscribe to the A...

Shooting in South Carolina Leaves Two HVAC Techs Dead; Hug Your Kids

April 12, 2021 23:00 - 10 minutes - 7.58 MB

Tim and John report somber news as the second HVAC tech, who was clinging to life in a Charlotte hospital, died over the weekend. James Lewis and Robert Shook, employees of GSM Services, Gastonia, N.C., were shot outside their work vans while doing work at a prominent physician's home. Six people dead from a senseless act, and these two HVAC guys were at the wrong place at the wrong time, and the industry mourns for them and sends love and prayers to their families, friends and workmates. Re...

Charcuterie and One Hitters

April 09, 2021 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Tim and John try out the new chill Friday podcast as they talk about whatever is on their mind, really. They step away from the seriousness and business of the industry and take a chapter out of Aaron Rodger's playbook and R-E-L-A-X. Sit back and joy this short snippet as the boys talk about the most chill places to live, and the most stressed. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 33: Dain Hansen, at the Table Where the Sausage is Made in D.C.

April 08, 2021 17:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MB

The boys travel to Washington D.C. to talk with Dain Hansen, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs, the IAPMO Group. One of the hardest working people in the industry, Dain talks about policy, IAMPO's mission, his journey into the government affairs world, and we take a deep dive into the new American Jobs Plan and the Texas crisis. #notdeadyetpodccast #NDYpodcast #IAPMO #codesandstandards #mechanicalhub #plumbing #HVAC #texascrisis #americanjobsplan #construction #infrastructure S...

NDY News: American Jobs Plan, Stink Bugs and the Texas Crisis

April 05, 2021 21:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

Tim and John test drive the new NDY (Indy) news format (Mondays and week in review on Friday), and while we say these will be shorter in length, this introductory one goes a bit longer as we touched upon some BIG topics. We'll still be doing our regular, longer guest formats on Wednesdays. Here, we discussed the new ambitious American Job Plan proposed by President Biden, stink bugs and we introduce our special guest and new Texas correspondent, and good friend, Lisa Parelli. Some great stuf...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 31: John & Tim Shoot the Shite

March 31, 2021 01:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

As we reach the halfway mark of season 2, Tim & John make a major announcement to their podcast format. They also discuss stuck cargo ships, weather apps, truckin', fishin', boatin', NCAAs, NASCAR, and going commando? This laid back episode is just what the doctor ordered as they make the turn to the clubhouse on season 2.  #NotDeadYetPodcast #NDYPodcast #plumbing #HVAC #contractors #servicecontractors #installers #NASCAR #NCAATournament #MarchMadness #MLB Subscribe to the Appetite for Cons...

Not Dead Yet (Ep. 30): Chris Carrier, Reliance Worldwide Corporation and Ed Brady, Home Builder's Institute

March 24, 2021 02:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

The boys are back from their Wisconsin planning session and share a bit on their weekend work activities as well as John's upcoming family vacation to the Outer Banks. After the cross talk John and Tim bring in their guests Chris Carrier with Reliance Worldwide Corporation and Ed Brady with Home Builder Institute.  Chris and Ed share the details of their recent partnership in which RWC will be the exclusive Trade Sponsor for HBI's 22 plumbing programs across the U.S., primarily serving Job ...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 29: Ashley Martin, NIBCO

March 17, 2021 02:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

The boys head east as they cross over into Indiana to talk with newly appointed Executive Vice President at NIBCO, Ashley Martin. She discusses growing up all things NIBCO and now working with her father, Rex Martin, and she reminisces about her late mother, Alice. She talks about her new role, how the company navigated through COVID, the future of the NIBCO and Webstone, boarding school, horseback riding, Notre Dame, enjoying some quality time on the water with friends, and much more. #notd...

NDY Ep. 28: Remembering Bob Mader — Guests include Dan Ashenden, Bob Miodonski, Steve Smith, Dave Yates and Barry Campbell

March 10, 2021 01:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

We celebrate the life and career of trade journalist Bob Mader. Some of his close friends and cohorts share some stories about Bob, from the various trade shows to traveling overseas. He was a giant in trade journalism, and one of the best to put pen to paper. But most of all he was a dear friend and he will be missed. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team! ...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 27: Carl Balentyne & Chris Robinson, Sycamore Crossfit

March 03, 2021 02:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

It seems that every week we talk about fitness and how it intertwines with everyday work functions—mobility, strength, etc. The boys visit John's home town of Sycamore, Ill., to talk with Carl Balentyne and Chris Robinson of Sycamore Crossfit to discuss the importance and fitness and health. Not only is strength and endurance important, but also the psychological boost you get from a healthy body and mind — stress relief, anxiety and confidence gain. Chris and Carl discuss their path, owning...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 26: Mike Crompton & Ron Parshall, Hydronic Heating Techs

February 24, 2021 02:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

Tim & John head into the social media zone and talk with the guys that run Hydronic Heating Techs, a Facebook group that celebrates the hydronics industry and its 5000+ member base. Mike Crompton, the creator of the group, and Ron Parshall discuss moderating the group and the ins and outs of running a successful social media page. Both contractors, with years of experience, talk about how they entered the trades, what they like to do in their "spare" time, and it's our first podcast where we...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 25: Anna Pearson, @theplumbingprincess

February 17, 2021 02:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

Anna Pearson is a rising star. The Not Dead Yet crew head to Las Vegas to talk with this first-year apprentice who has what it takes to make an indelible impression in the plumbing trades. Anna (@theplumbingprincess on Instagram) and the crew discuss her journey, championing for women in the trades and the recruitment of young, skilled women, dispelling sexist overtones on the jobsite and what she loves most about the job. Barefoot plumbing, Porta Potty communications and "Don't call me sir?...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 24: Bob Baker, Baker Plumbing

February 10, 2021 02:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

The boys head up to one of the most beautiful, yet fairly frigid places in the world as they cross the border to the foothills of the Canadian Rockies in Calgary, Alberta, where they talk to the warm and toasty Bob Baker, Baker Plumbing. We run the gamut of topics, ranging from beard or no beard,  working with his boys—and now daughter—to his journey into the trades, coping with the death of his father, goat yoga, beekeeping and his fear of Sasquatch. Man, what a fun interview and such an in...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 23: The Taco Training Trifecta — John Barba, Dave Holdorf, Rick Mayo

February 03, 2021 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

Talk about alliteration! The boys have a menage a trois with arguably the best trainers in the business. John Barba, Dave Holdorf and Rick Mayo talk about their journey—how they crossed paths and worked together at Wirsbo—eventually Uponor—and how training has evolved in the last 25 years, especially during the last year through COVID-19. They also talk about Taco After Dark and the new winter season starting February 10 at 7:00 pm EST.  And they turn the tables on the Not Dead Yet hosts and...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 22: Michael Copp, Executive Vice President, PHCC

January 27, 2021 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

The boys head out to Falls Church, Va., to talk with Michael Copp, Executive Vice President, PHCC. Michael talks about how the PHCC-NA has navigated through the pandemic, describes the many benefits of being a member, the live, in-person CONNECT trade show planned for October and the state of the industry. We also get to know Michael a bit better as he tells us his journey into his career and the PHCC, his hobbies such as recording music, motorcycle riding, sailing and rocking the bow tie. G...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 21: Bob 'Hot Rod' Rohr/Max Rohr, Caleffi

January 20, 2021 03:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

Season 2 has begun! This week the boys head to Missouri & Utah simultaneously (what?) to talk with Bob Rohr and his son Max about the industry, how he got his nickname, the Grub Steak Restaurant, Max's return to Caleffi and the new Shop Talk webinar series in 2021 with a Showdown twist. The Rohr family has been an influential and important name in the plumbing, HVAC and hydronic industry, and Hot Rod talks about his introduction into the trades and introducing Max to the trades, tinkering ar...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 20: The Season 1 Wrap-Up Show with Eric Aune

December 30, 2020 02:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

As the boys finish Season 1 of the Not Dead Yet podcast, they reflect on the past year, and Mechanical Hub's Eric Aune joins the guys to talk about an array of different topics — the Make Trades Great Again podcast, the future of mankind, roach motels, colonoscopies, the pros and strangeness of Air BnBs, having fun getting together at trade shows, missing their friends in-person, binge watching, and Netflix and Chill. Check out the end of Season 1 and subscribe to our channel so you can get ...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 19: How It Be with Danny G: Danny Gronendyke

December 23, 2020 02:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

This week the boys head over to northwest Indiana to talk with Danny Gronendyke, Gronendyke Plumbing, Inc., Merrillville, Ind. This rapping plumber talks about his burgeoning rap career, his entrepreneurial spirit, his professional journey, advice he would give people starting in the trades, what the industry can do to better itself, service calls during the Cubs World Series and triathlon training. Oh, and you think we'd let Danny off the hook without a little rap demo? C'mon, you gotta hea...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 18: Joel Frederick, President, Quarter Moon Plumbing & AC, San Antonio

December 16, 2020 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

This week the boys head deep in the heart of Texas to visit with Joel Frederick, president of Quarter Moon Plumbing, San Antonio. Joel talks about the state of the plumbing trade in Texas with licensed plumbers, promoting the trades in his area, Texas BBQ, Dallas Cowboys and random Texas football thoughts, as Tim shares his woes of Big 8 football and witnessing the fall of an undefeated Kansas State football team at the hands of Sirr Parker and the Texas A&M Aggies, and other good stuff.  An...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 17: Nick Sattler & Mark Perrone

December 09, 2020 03:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

This week the guys talk with Nick Sattler, partner and executive director of MechanicalXchange, Egan, Minn., and Mark Perrone, purchasing manager, JC Cannistraro, Watertown, Mass., a top 100 mechanical contractor out of the Boston area. The MechanicalXchange connects manufacturers and contractors on a one-on-one level. It gives contractors  the relationship and control in their supply chain management that they can’t get anyplace else in the market, and it gives the  the opportunity to build...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 16: Alan Carlson, Armbrust Plumbing & Heating Solutions

December 02, 2020 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

This week the boys head to Chicago's western burbs as they talk to the bearded magician, Coach C, Alan Carlson (@alan_carlson on IG). One of our favorite follows on the Gram, Alan discusses his family roots in the plumbing trade, life as a service tech, the Bears' ongoing futility as a franchise, social media etiquette and the need for better industry marketing to attract more people into the trades.  #skilledtrades #notdeadyet #plumbinglife #servicetech #notdeadyetpodcast #mechanicalhub #p...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 15: Everett Knudsen, 907 Heating & Plumbing, Alaska

November 25, 2020 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

Want to know what it's like to live and work in Alaska? This week the boys head up to the Last Frontier to talk with Everett Knudsen (@907plumber on IG), owner of 907 Heating & Plumbing. Everett talks about living and working in extreme conditions, as he navigates the Alaskan climate, funky daylight changes, and some encounters with the free-roaming wildlife. He also tells a story about a life-and-death encounter crossing the Valdez Harbor in extreme cold and snowy conditions while working o...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 14: Omar Harris, Plumber, Broward County Facilities

November 18, 2020 06:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MB

No one ever accused us of not having real talk with our guests. This week the boys head to South Florida to talk with Omar Harris (@omartheplumber on IG), plumber with Broward County Facilities, Broward County, Florida, as they discuss diversity in the trades. Are we doing enough as an industry? Omar talks about his path to the trades, his work, and his influence on others to join the trades. Warning: For the most part, this is unedited and uncut. #skilledtrades #bluecollar #plumbinglife #di...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 13: John & Tim Poop Show

November 11, 2020 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

As the boys reach mid-point of season 1 of the Not Dead Yet Podcast, they go pantless, I mean, guestless, as they reflect on the first 12 episodes, conduct their own Mount Rushmore of movies, music, cocktails and bucket list travel destinations. Get to know the hosts better as this lesson in free association is chock full of good stories, including their craziest work experiences. Tim even goes through the gauntlet of a segment we called Quick Hitters, no not those. Sit back and enjoy these ...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 12: Brian Fenske, Director of Commercial Business, Navien & Eric Silva, Silva Mechanical

November 04, 2020 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

The Not Dead Yet crew talk tankless water heaters with Brian Fenske, Director of Commercial Sales, Navien and Eric Silva, owner, Silva Mechanical. Silva, a plumbing and mechanical contractor from West Bloomfield Township, MI, just outside of Detroit, is an avid tankless installer and Navien loyalist. Silva knows tankless, but too "high profile" for the union? They talk about tankless' ever-growing share in the water heating marketplace, how they both started in the industry, tankless misconc...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 11: Chaunte Hall, president, Victory Trades Alliance

October 28, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

With Veterans Day right around the corner, Chaunte Hall joins the boys. Chaunte Hall is a U.S. Air Force veteran, an adjunct college professor, executive career coach, CEO of Centurion Military Alliance, and most recently, became the president of Victory Trades Alliance (VTA). Victory Trades Alliance is an organization that focuses on helping veterans service members in transitioning into fulfilling careers in the skilled trades industry, specifically in mechanical, electrical and plumbing. ...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 10: Steve Murray, CPI Plumbing & Heating & Bill Gray, Uponor

October 21, 2020 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

The boys head to the Great Northwest to talk with Steve Murray, a 35-year industry veteran, who discusses why his employer, CPI Plumbing & Heating, has chosen to invest heavily in developing the tech skills of local high school grads, working with various vendors and suppliers to create a 2,500-sq.-ft. learning facility from scratch. Part of the success of the Training Lab came in the form of a sizable donation of hydronic equipment from Uponor.  Bill Gray, president of Uponor North America,...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 9: Dan Foley & Jeff Riley

October 14, 2020 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Dan Foley, Foley Mechanical, and Jeff Riley, Coredron, talk about their journey into the trades, favorite concerts, how they met and paying it forward. They also talk about the importance of the contractor/manufacturer's rep relationship as they both work hand in hand to get the job done right for the customer while making that hard-earned money. Party time! Excellent! Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the ot...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 8: Nichole Millage, Paralympics Gold Medal Winner

October 07, 2020 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

Nichole Millage stops by the show this week. This Gold Medal Paralympian tells us her story of overcoming adversity as she lost her leg in a horrible boating accident. This multi-faceted, multi-medal winner struck gold in the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio De Janeiro for sitting volleyball. She currently serves as the Environmental Sustainability Specialist for the city of Champaign, where she manages the city's recycling programs. This woman has been kicking butt on and off the court her whol...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 7: Bruce Carnevale, Bradford White

September 30, 2020 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Bruce Carnevale, president and CEO of Bradford White water heaters, joins the show as he talks about his foray into the company, the company's commitment to the trades and American-made, the state of the water heater industry and efficiency standards and regulations, plus much, much more. Join the boys as they go in-depth with Bruce. #bradfordwhite #plumbing #plumbinglife #waterheating #waterheaters Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channel...

Danielle 'Twig' Browne & Linda Hudek

September 23, 2020 05:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

It's 2020 and is it really any wonder that women are crushing it in the trades these days? Danielle "Twig" Browne, plumbing maintenance for the University of Newfoundland, Canada, and Linda Hudek, L.H. Plumbing Services, Fairfield, Ohio, discuss life in the trades. These real women in the trades have been kicking ass for years now as they talk about their love for plumbing, how the trades gave them confidence in their abilities, the acceptance of mental illness, rainbow pride, and much, much...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 6: Danielle 'Twig' Browne & Linda Hudek

September 23, 2020 05:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

It's 2020 and is it really any wonder that women are crushing it in the trades these days? Danielle "Twig" Browne, plumbing maintenance for the University of Newfoundland, Canada, and Linda Hudek, L.H. Plumbing Services, Fairfield, Ohio, discuss life in the trades. These real women in the trades have been kicking ass for years now as they talk about their love for plumbing, how the trades gave them confidence in their abilities, the acceptance of mental illness, rainbow pride, and much, much...

Jason McKinnon, Viega

September 16, 2020 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Jason McKinnon, Director of Technical Services, Viega LLC, joins the boys to dispel the myths that press technology is taking the skills out of the trade, the state of New England sports—sans Tom Brady—the skilled trades and training through the pandemic. Get to know Jason a bit more during this informative cast. Sit back, grab a drink and enjoy! #killing the craft #viega #presstechnology #takingthekillsoutpofthetrades #plumbing Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of y...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 5: Jason McKinnon, Viega

September 16, 2020 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Jason McKinnon, Director of Technical Services, Viega LLC, joins the boys to dispel the myths that press technology is taking the skills out of the trade, the state of New England sports—sans Tom Brady—the skilled trades and training through the pandemic. Get to know Jason a bit more during this informative cast. Sit back, grab a drink and enjoy! #killing the craft #viega #presstechnology #takingthekillsoutpofthetrades #plumbing Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of y...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 4: Nick Nagele, Whiskey Acres

September 09, 2020 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

Nick Nagele, co-founder of Whiskey Acres Distilling Co., Dekalb, Ill., joins the boys as he discusses the decision to make hand sanitizer during the pandemic. He also gives us a crash course on Whiskey and Bourbon, and the distilling business. Hey, and who doesn't like Cicadas for some background effect! Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team! Follow Plumbin...

Nick Nagele, Whiskey Acres

September 09, 2020 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

Nick Nagele, co-founder of Whiskey Acres Distilling Co., Dekalb, Ill., joins the boys as he discusses the decision to make hand sanitizer during the pandemic. He also gives us a crash course on Whiskey and Bourbon, and the distilling business. Hey, and who doesn't like Cicadas for some background effect! Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team! Follow Plumbin...

Johnny White, Taco Comfort Solutions

September 02, 2020 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Taco's Johnny White joins the crew as he discusses the direction of the company with CEO Cheryl Merchant at the helm, and his two boys entrenched in the business. We also talk about what it is to be an American—for the love of this country. And, we discuss one of the most important topics, his hair. Join us as we get to know the real John Hazen White, Jr. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to in...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 3: Johnny White, Taco Comfort Solutions

September 02, 2020 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Taco's Johnny White joins the crew as he discusses the direction of the company with CEO Cheryl Merchant at the helm, and his two boys entrenched in the business. We also talk about what it is to be an American—for the love of this country. And, we discuss one of the most important topics, his hair. Join us as we get to know the real John Hazen White, Jr. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to in...

Not Dead Yet Ep. 2: Steve Richman, Milwaukee Tool

August 26, 2020 05:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Our first guest! Steve Richman of Milwaukee Tool joins the boys as he talks about success during the pandemic, expansion at the company, and a bit about himself, as we get up close with the group prez. It's no wonder the company was headed in the right direction after his arrival with his enthusiasm, direction and the culture he put in place. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with t...

Steve Richman, Milwaukee Tool

August 26, 2020 05:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Our first guest! Steve Richman of Milwaukee Tool joins the boys as he talks about success during the pandemic, expansion at the company, and a bit about himself, as we get up close with the group prez. It's no wonder the company was headed in the right direction after his arrival with his enthusiasm, direction and the culture he put in place. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with t...

Not Dead Yet Pilot Episode

August 14, 2020 14:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

What the heck is the Not Dead Yet Podcast? Listen to hosts John Mesenbrink and Tim Ward talk about the direction of the podcast, discuss their career paths and announce their first special guest for Episode 1. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team! Follow Plumbing Perspective IG @plumbing_perspective Follow Mechanical Hub IG @mechanicalhub Sign up for...