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Tool Pros Podcast

209 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 91 ratings

Tool Pros Brent Ridley and Billy Knoth talk all about tools and their uses including new tools on the market, tool reviews and everything going on in the tool universe.

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Episodes

JIMBOSLICE

February 12, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MB

WE got to have a Great conversation with Jim AKA JimboSlice On IG and YouTube.  He is A Butcher by day and an avid craftsman all the rest of the time!  He is a wealth of knowledge on all things tools!

Montreal Sparky

January 29, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MB

We sat down with Nick Sevrette and talked electrical tools.  Nick is known as MontrealSparky on IG.  

MANNMADE IN MA

January 24, 2020 04:19 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

WE had a GREAT conversation with Lucus AKA MANNMADEINMAN on IG.  HE is an amazing maker and has a great tool background.

New Milwaukee Packout and some Propress Talk

January 15, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MB

WE talk about the NEW packout tool boxes and about some of the GREAT propress tools.

FIRST IG LIVE of 2020

January 10, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MB

Bent And Billy talk Broken Limbs and tools!

Not your average Crescent Tools

December 18, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MB

We had the Kevins on talking about the new tools Crescent tools showed off at STAFDA.   

Shootin' The $h!T

December 04, 2019 11:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MB

WE JUST SHOOT THE $H!T IN THIS EPISODE. TALKING EVERYTHING FROM AHR 2020 TO TikTok.

IG LIVE 11-26-19

November 27, 2019 11:00 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MB

One of the best things we do is interact with listeners on IG LIVE.  We did it again.  We took Questions LIVE and asked earlier and answered them on the LIVE podcast recording!

STAFDA 2019 Recap

November 20, 2019 11:00 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MB

Brent and Billy Recap the social media coverage of STAFDA 2019.

TALK'N KAIZEN INSERTS

November 06, 2019 11:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MB

We talked with Brian from Kaizen Inserts about his journey in the industry.  Where he started, where he is and where hes going!  This is an amazing conversation with a a great guy about an AMAZING product!

Milwaukee MX Fuel Buzz

November 01, 2019 04:23 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MB

WE talked With Nate, Colt, and Eric. About the release od the new MX fuel battery platform, from Milwaukee!   Its is a grat conversation about some AWESOME tools!

Q and A from IG

October 23, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MB

We took some questions that were from IG and answered them.  we talked about Brent's Tool Addiction!!!   you know....all the regular stuff!

HVAC Talk

October 16, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MB

Brent and Billy talk about upcoming changes in the HVAC field.

HD CARPENTRY

October 02, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MB

In this episode we talked with Hugh Draper ( HD CARPENTRY) form IG. We talked about the power tools that a finish carpenter would use.  we got his insights on what tools he prefers for different tasks.     This was a FUN episode to record.

METABO TALK

September 25, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MB

WE SAT DOWN WITH ANTOINE DERCHE.  IT WAS A GREAT TALK ABOUT ALL THINGS METABO!  WE COVERED WHERE THEY ARE, WHERE THEY CAME FROM AND WHERE THEY ARE GOING!   

Skil Tools

September 11, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MB

We talked with Craig from Skil Tools.  We got to talk about the brands history and where they are at now, and where the brand is heading in the future.  

Smart Marketing? With Stephen Rardon

September 04, 2019 10:00 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MB

In this episode we talked about a "nameless" company that has a marketing strategy that does not make much sense to any of us.  Stephen has been shut out of even purchasing a product for some strange reason and we try to get to the bottom of it.

You Tube Live 8-26-19

August 28, 2019 10:00 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MB

WE took Questions from the YouTube Live event we held on 8-26-19 and answered them.  We got to talk about all kinds of tools.

The Low Down On Crescent Tools

August 21, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MB

We got the chance to talk with three GREAT people from Crescent tools about all of the things that are under the Crescent "umbrella".  It was an ear/eye opening conversation!

Oxx CoffeeBoxx

August 15, 2019 10:00 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MB

We talked with Kent Brow CEO of Oxx Inc.  He shed a lot of light on Job site java!   Guys Go to Oxx.com/Lowes For information on where you can Pick up YOur own Oxx CoffeeBOxx!!  

On The Level With Bosch

July 31, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 46.7 MB

In this episode we talked with Isabelle and Jordan from Bosch.  We learned a ton about laser levels.

IG LIVE 7-23-19

July 24, 2019 10:00 - 43 minutes - 59.1 MB

The Boys went Live on IG and fielded Questions fro you, Our Listeners! It is always a good time.  Lots of free flowing conversation about tools and practices.  

Billy and Brent Talk Sets, Travel and Tools

July 17, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 53.7 MB

We sat down and talked about out upcoming trip to the KEEN factory.  We discuss Brent's new set!  (Keep tuned to The Tool Pros to see some great video content on our social media also) And of coarse we talk TOOLS!!!

Tragedy Strikes. and Zack Strikes Back!!!

July 10, 2019 10:00 - 37 minutes - 50.8 MB

Seriously!  Zack had a house fire and lost so much, Yet he is in great spirits!  He has come back stronger than ever!

The One, The Only.......Leatherman!

June 27, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MB

WE sat down and had a great conversation with Adam Lasenby from Leatherman.  We talked about how the company started and where it is going and of coarse all of the cool things they have come out with along the way! 

Threadin' Pipe and other things...

June 19, 2019 10:00 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MB

We sat down with Adam Sperry (CompletelyCordless on IG). We talked about cordless Pipe threaders and a whole lot of other things!  The conversation went a bit longer than usual, but Adam is such a cool guy we figured lets roll with it!!   

NPS

June 12, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MB

We tslk about the AWESOME stuff Brent saw at Milwaukee NPS event 2019!   There was tons of it!!!

Talking With A God

May 29, 2019 10:00 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MB

Billy and Brent Talk with A God....OGPLUMBGOD that is.... We talked about rooting machines and of coarse NPS!!!  We got Johns thought on what he would like to see from Milwaukee  this time around!

Leaky Talk

May 22, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MB

Brent and Billy talk with Zach from HVAC Shop Talk about all things Leak Detectors!!!   We discussed Zach's ongoing battle royal of leak detectors!!!  ....."LD7 is the BEST"

Brent and Billy Shoot the $h*t

May 15, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 46.7 MB

Brent And Billy Shoot the Shit!!!   WE talked about NPS and some other tools.

IG LIVE QA 4-29-19

May 01, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MB

Brent and Billy Took questions from the guys and gals in the live chat of an IG live session they did.  

Sitting down with the Build_n_ Bros

April 24, 2019 10:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MB

We sat down with Colt and Nate and talked about and talked about a bunch of things.  we talked about miter saws, dust collectors.  it was a great time as usual!

Real "KEEN" Talk

April 17, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MB

We talked with Robin from KEEN about the KEEN Utility footwear.    I have to say she knows a lot of things about feet and comfort/safety!

Up Close With COPTOOL

April 10, 2019 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MB

In this episode we get all the nitty gritty details about who and what COPTOOL is...and NO they don't do reviews on COP tools! check it out, It was a fun conversation!

Tool Girl's Garage

March 27, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MB

We talked to Sarah Listi from Tool Girl's Garage.  She gave us the lowdown on her  and her passion for working with all things tools...

Tool Mixup...

March 20, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

In this episode Brent and Billy talk about tons of different tools.  everything ranging from organization to vacuum pumps to battery backpack pump sprayers, And a few others.

Home performance tools with Stephen Rardon

March 13, 2019 10:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MB

In this episode we talk with Stephen Rardon (The Original Tool Pro).  We talk about home performance tools. Blower doors, manometers and thermal imaging cameras we some of the coolest tools that we discussed.     Stephen Rardons YouTube Channel  

Talking Tools On IG Live

March 06, 2019 11:00 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MB

We went Live on IG on 2/25/19. We talked about thermal camera, hand tools, gauges/manifolds.   Join us when we say we are live on IG its a ton of fun!

Melting Metal With Lance Robinson of Solderweld

February 27, 2019 11:00 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MB

In this episode we talk with Lance Robinson of Solderweld.  We discuss all the products that Solderweld has to offer.   Solderweld.us

Going Green in 2019 With Hitachi HPT

February 20, 2019 11:00 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MB

In this episode we talked to Brett Bishop form Metabo HPT. We discussed the Hitachi name change. We also talked about the new 36 Volt line of cordless tools. The multi volt line sounds like a WIN WIN….You need to tune in and listen in to see how cool it sounds!

Pex Expanders

February 13, 2019 11:00 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MB

We talked with Palmetto Plumbing and heating and OGPlumbGod about Pex expanders. The differences, Pros and Cons to the tools, the pipe and the fittings.

Talking Dust With Built By N8

February 06, 2019 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MB

We are talking dust! Collection that is! We had a great talk with Nate Adams (Built By N8 on IG). He went over the dust collection set up he uses in his shop. His “Frankenstein” setup sounds like it gets the job done and then some! We go over some of the different portable vacuums for dust control, touching on their good and bad points.

Festool-Talk

January 30, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

In this episode we talk to Charlie (igdesignla on instagram). We go over his LOVE for Festool Tools and why they are so good.

AHR Wrap up

January 24, 2019 20:06 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MB

In this episode we do the AHR wrap up talk. What we liked didn’t like and all the cool things we saw and heard.

AHR 2019

January 10, 2019 21:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MB

In this episode Brent and Billy discuss what they will be up to and looking forward to at the AHR expo in Atlanta. My guess is that there will be a wrap up show covering what was seen and things to look out for! Keep your ears clear and look out for that one!

Zoom Zoom!!!

December 19, 2018 11:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

In this episode we talk about the ZoomLock tool from Parker Sporlan. We talk with Ralph Wolf, who has been using the tool for a long time. The tool is awesome as long as the fittings are done right! We talk about proper install of the fittings with the tool and the benefits of using it over brazing.

Tool Talk with Turbo

December 13, 2018 15:51 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MB

In this episode we have another chat with Rob (aka Turbo_Plumbing_and_heating on IG). We talk about drain cleaning equipment, jobsight lighting, and a whole lot more!!!

Van Organization with Zack Dettmore

December 05, 2018 11:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MB

In this episode we discuss work truck organization and layout with Zack Dettmore. If you have not checked out his IG page you should!!! This guy has the sickest van out there!

IG Live Q and A

November 28, 2018 11:00 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MB

We went Live on IG and fielded a lot of questions from the people in the chat. It was a great time as always! Who doesn't love just sitting around and BSing about tools!

WorkWare101

November 22, 2018 01:51 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MB

In this episode Brent and Billy go over WorkWare basics. They talk about what they prefer and what they found not to work for them. What’s better in the summer and what’s great in the winter.