Wire Nuts
54 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★ - 44 ratingsWire Nuts is a new podcast for electricians, construction professionals, and curious outsiders to see what goes in the world of electrical construction. Just for fun, lighthearted banter, tool talk, smack talking, and topical discussion. Enjoy! Follow us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast
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Episodes
121: Greg Quits the Podcast...ON AIR!!!!
May 27, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBThis week Greg walks away, leaving Pete, who has the preeminence. Listen and check Instagram for information regarding our contest! @WireNutsPodcast
120: Easy, Breezy, Beautiful Tomato Bill
May 07, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBCalamari Bill Sleepy Baby Tomato Bill Haw Yeah Aw
119: The Bizarro World of Russian Electrical Work
April 19, 2020 05:00 - 2 hours - 99.7 MBIn this episode we review our own reviews We review some listener topics, and we talk smack. Wire Nuts Podcast
117: Watch Me Work My Magic!!!!
March 15, 2020 04:00 - 2 hours - 88.6 MBWe picked up this week without a real agenda and so we just went for it. We had a couple topics written down that we picked up on within the episode like 2020 code updates but we meander around quite a bit. Greg complains more than usual and more than is welcomed, and Pete takes credit for things he didn't do, which is typical Wire Nuts fodder. Follow us on instagram @WireNutsPodcast
Watch Me Work My Magic!!!!
March 15, 2020 04:00 - 2 hours - 88.6 MBWe picked up this week without a real agenda and so we just went for it. We had a couple topics written down that we picked up on within the episode like 2020 code updates but we meander around quite a bit. Greg complains more than usual and more than is welcomed, and Pete takes credit for things he didn't do, which is typical Wire Nuts fodder. Follow us on instagram @WireNutsPodcast
Wire Nuts Returns
March 04, 2020 03:00 - 2 hours - 106 MBIt's been a while, but we're back. And we're reloaded!! Greg and Pete hit the 2020 NEC changes for our brothers and sisters who have to abide by it. We also hit a few topics that we've had in the works such as ergonomics (boots, tool pouches, PPE), and wiring methods in other countries. Follow us on IG and DM us with feedback and topics! @WireNutsPodcast
116: Wire Nuts Returns
March 04, 2020 03:00 - 2 hours - 106 MBIt's been a while, but we're back. And we're reloaded!! Greg and Pete hit the 2020 NEC changes for our brothers and sisters who have to abide by it. We also hit a few topics that we've had in the works such as ergonomics (boots, tool pouches, PPE), and wiring methods in other countries. Follow us on IG and DM us with feedback and topics! @WireNutsPodcast
Fire Alarm Code in the State of Redacted
February 03, 2020 11:00 - 2 hours - 83.3 MBIn this episode we discuss why our fire alarm code isn't perfect, along with stories of fire protection requirements in other areas. We also talk "hot service changes" and how to trick the smart meter (don't try this at home) if you're changing a panel in an area with a watchful POCO... We hit on the limitations of cordless power tools at this point in time for specific areas of the trades and where companies are probably taking said tools from here, among other offshoot topics. Contact...
115: Fire Alarm Code in the State of Redacted
February 03, 2020 11:00 - 2 hours - 83.3 MBIn this episode we discuss why our fire alarm code isn't perfect, along with stories of fire protection requirements in other areas. We also talk "hot service changes" and how to trick the smart meter (don't try this at home) if you're changing a panel in an area with a watchful POCO... We hit on the limitations of cordless power tools at this point in time for specific areas of the trades and where companies are probably taking said tools from here, among other offshoot topics. Contact...
114: Get Your License!!!
January 27, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBWhy is it important to get your license? One question among many we consider in this episode of WNP, fielding topics from our messages this week as well. Follow us on IG. @WireNutsPodcast.
Get Your License!!!
January 27, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBWhy is it important to get your license? One question among many we consider in this episode of WNP, fielding topics from our messages this week as well. Follow us on IG. @WireNutsPodcast.
Runnin’ that Mon(k)ey Pipe
January 20, 2020 11:00 - 2 hours - 98.8 MBPete and Greg revisit briefly the "hard reset" controversy, and talk about a variety of diverse topics from bending "the money pipe", to our biggest pet peeves at work and in general. We also talk in-depth about side work, and how it simultaneously uplifts inexperienced wiremen while conditioning the general public to believe that our work comes cheap. Submit feedback and topics to us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Enjoy!
Runnin' That Money Pipe
January 20, 2020 11:00 - 2 hours - 98.8 MBPete and Greg revisit briefly the "hard reset" controversy, and talk about a variety of diverse topics from bending "the money pipe", to our biggest pet peeves at work and in general. We also talk in-depth about side work, and how it simultaneously uplifts inexperienced wiremen while conditioning the general public to believe that our work comes cheap. Submit feedback and topics to us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Enjoy! Support the show
113: Runnin’ that Mon(k)ey Pipe
January 20, 2020 11:00 - 2 hours - 98.8 MBPete and Greg revisit briefly the "hard reset" controversy, and talk about a variety of diverse topics from bending "the money pipe", to our biggest pet peeves at work and in general. We also talk in-depth about side work, and how it simultaneously uplifts inexperienced wiremen while conditioning the general public to believe that our work comes cheap. Submit feedback and topics to us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Enjoy!
Hard Reset
January 13, 2020 11:00 - 2 hours - 113 MBIn this installment of Wire Nuts, we do a hard reset! No more series wiring of receptacles! Our job is easy! Give me a Tesla coil now!!!! and more... Follow us on IG @WireNutsPodcast Enjoy!
112: Hard Reset
January 13, 2020 11:00 - 2 hours - 113 MBIn this installment of Wire Nuts, we do a hard reset! No more series wiring of receptacles! Our job is easy! Give me a Tesla coil now!!!! and more... Follow us on IG @WireNutsPodcast Enjoy!
111: The First Episode of the Year
January 06, 2020 11:00 - 2 hours - 93.3 MBWow...O'Douls Happy New Year everyone. We're back and reloaded, and its time to discuss some controversial topics. Do you pigtail off your receptacles? Do you pretwist? Are you cut out to run a business? Are you a good electrician? What the hell is wrong with these dual function breakers? And more...this time on Wire Nuts. Instagram! @WireNutsPodcast Stickers and shirts available, DM us! DM us with topics and feeback!! Thanks for listening.
The First Episode of the Year
January 06, 2020 11:00 - 2 hours - 93.3 MBWow...O'Douls Happy New Year everyone. We're back and reloaded, and its time to discuss some controversial topics. Do you pigtail off your receptacles? Do you pretwist? Are you cut out to run a business? Are you a good electrician? What the hell is wrong with these dual function breakers? And more...this time on Wire Nuts. Instagram! @WireNutsPodcast Stickers and shirts available, DM us! DM us with topics and feeback!! Thanks for listening.
110: The Last Episode of the Year
December 30, 2019 05:00 - 2 hours - 110 MB2019 has come to an end...so what have we learned? We reflect on hard lessons from this year and look forward to delivering the best ELECTRICIAN content for our listeners for years to come. This episode has no boundaries. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from Greg, Pete, and Alex at Wire Nuts Podcast. @WireNutsPodcast on Instagram
The Last Episode of the Year
December 30, 2019 05:00 - 2 hours - 110 MB2019 has come to an end...so what have we learned? We reflect on hard lessons from this year and look forward to delivering the best ELECTRICIAN content for our listeners for years to come. This episode has no boundaries. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from Greg, Pete, and Alex at Wire Nuts Podcast. @WireNutsPodcast on Instagram
109: DeWalb and Milwaurkee
December 24, 2019 03:00 - 2 hours - 107 MBIt's the night before Christmas (Eve), and all through the studio...Pete and Greg prepared a fantastic episode for you all to enjoy this holiday season. As always, we kept it true to form. We discuss tools reviews, and where we draw the line (an IG-submitted topic), mentoring the next generation, continuing education, grounding and bonding, and the "bonus". Click the link below to support the show. Connect with us to Instagram @Wirenutspodcast.
DeWalb and Milwaurkee
December 24, 2019 03:00 - 2 hours - 107 MBIt's the night before Christmas (Eve), and all through the studio...Pete and Greg prepared a fantastic episode for you all to enjoy this holiday season. As always, we kept it true to form. We discuss tools reviews, and where we draw the line (an IG-submitted topic), mentoring the next generation, continuing education, grounding and bonding, and the "bonus". Click the link below to support the show. Connect with us to Instagram @Wirenutspodcast.
108: Squid Bill
December 20, 2019 03:00 - 2 hours - 106 MBWe discuss a handful of listener submitted topics and questions like building data rooms, running work as an apprentice, regional code rules, elevators - not without some off topic riffing and joking around. Support the show at the link below, and visit us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast DM us with topics, feedback, or just chat. You can also email us at [email protected] Enjoy!
Squid Bill
December 20, 2019 03:00 - 2 hours - 106 MBWe discuss a handful of listener submitted topics and questions like building data rooms, running work as an apprentice, regional code rules, elevators - not without some off topic riffing and joking around. Support the show at the link below, and visit us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast DM us with topics, feedback, or just chat. You can also email us at [email protected] Enjoy!
107: I'm Sorry, Derek
December 09, 2019 11:00 - 2 hours - 83.7 MBGreg and Pete are joined by Alex to talk inside jobs, code myths, address listener topics, among much more.
I'm Sorry, Derek
December 09, 2019 11:00 - 2 hours - 83.7 MBGreg and Pete are joined by Alex to talk inside jobs, code myths, address listener topics, among much more.
The Return of Pete
December 02, 2019 12:00 - 2 hours - 84.7 MBPete's back, and he's ready to talk smack.
106: The Return of Pete
December 02, 2019 12:00 - 2 hours - 84.7 MBPete's back, and he's ready to talk smack.
The Origin of Aw
November 27, 2019 03:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBGreg and Pete tell the stories behind some of their inside jokes, as well as discuss listener-contributed topics.
105: The Origin of Aw
November 27, 2019 03:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBGreg and Pete tell the stories behind some of their inside jokes, as well as discuss listener-contributed topics.
Modest Izzi with Izzi
November 05, 2019 11:00 - 2 hours - 114 MBThis week we talk bad contractors, code violations, running jobs and more with a special guest. We're joined by foreman, career electrician, sidework slut, Monsoire Izzi, who we've mentioned many times on this podcast before. Follow us and leave feedback on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Email and Paypal @[email protected] Patreon.com/WireNuts Support the show
Marvel-Ous
October 29, 2019 10:00 - 2 hours - 99.4 MBMarvel? DC? No...These linesmans are from Japan by way of Australia. In this installment of Wire Nuts, we re-center the show's focus, we're talking the inside scoop (kind of)..It's Wire Nuts by the numbers. Find us on Instagram @WireNutsPodcast Paypal [email protected] Patreon.com/Wirenuts Support the show
Stop, Collaborate and Listen
October 22, 2019 10:00 - 2 hours - 111 MBWelcome back everyone. In this installment of WNP, we are joined by Mike, who you may remember from the episode "Fuck Your Pizza Party." In this episode Mike, who lives a flashy lifestyle, keeps trying to put us down while we discuss the gamut of blue collar talking points: tools, instagram, beer, and job site behavior. We also talk at length about homeowners and how they should approach electrical work and electrical contractors. As always, find us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate u...
Not The Electrical Episode
October 15, 2019 10:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBIn this installment, Greg and Nate fail to discuss anything having to do with electrical work... As always, find us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps others find us. Share the Podcast on IG or FB and DM us and/or email us at [email protected] to receive stickers and chop it up with us (Greg and Nate). Support the show by becoming a patron: Patreon.com/wirenuts Or support us directly through PayPal: [email protected]...
You Can’t Win Them All
October 08, 2019 10:00 - 2 hours - 102 MBIn this episode we float around a myriad of topics. Thanks for your patience! We have a special guest planned for next week. As always, message us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps others find us. Share the Podcast on IG or FB and DM us and/or email us at [email protected] to receive stickers and chop it up with us (Greg and Nate). Support the show by becoming a patron: Patreon.com/wirenuts Or support us directly through ...
The Shoemaker Special
October 01, 2019 10:00 - 3 hours - 139 MBIn this week's episode we shout out some of our favorite IG electrical pages, especially Stellman Electric in NYC. We also talk tools, some developments of the podcast among other things. Tune in for the full story. Music: Paul Wall - Sittin’ Sideways Big KRIT - Country Rap Tunes Big KRIT - Highs and Lows Big KRIT - Something Right We own none of this music. It belongs to its respective owners. Thank you for listening! Enjoy. Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate us and leave a revie...
Bonus: Bobby Black da Hack Theme Song
September 29, 2019 13:00 - 2 minutes - 1.9 MBAs always, message us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps others find us. Share the Podcast on IG or FB and DM us and/or email us at [email protected] to receive stickers and chop it up with us (Greg and Nate). Support the show by becoming a patron: Patreon.com/wirenuts Or support us directly through PayPal: [email protected] Thank you everyone for the support! Support the show
104: Getting Spun with Fred
September 24, 2019 10:00 - 3 hours - 147 MBThis week we're joined by Fred, an IBEW-affiliated master electrician who specializes in controls and has an extensive background in the trade, from high-end residential to large-scale commercial projects. We cover a wide range of topics including self-employment, the labor movement, union politics, brotherhood/sisterhood in the union, practices in and out of the union, hackery, and much more. If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and send us a message on I...
Getting Spun with Fred
September 24, 2019 10:00 - 3 hours - 147 MBThis week we're joined by Fred, an IBEW-affiliated master electrician who specializes in controls and has an extensive background in the trade, from high-end residential to large-scale commercial projects. We cover a wide range of topics including self-employment, the labor movement, union politics, brotherhood/sisterhood in the union, practices in and out of the union, hackery, and much more. If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and send us a message on I...
F*ck Your Pizza Party! (with Mike)
September 17, 2019 10:00 - 2 hours - 96 MBWe have a great guest, Mike, formerly an IBEW affiliated electrician, sit down with us (by force), and discuss a plethora of topics, including pay, tools, union shops vs merit shops, tips for surviving on a job site, getting to know other trades on site, and many other things. We also make a special announcement regarding a Bobby Black and Local Nonunion Collab. We hope you enjoy it! As always, message us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it hel...
Don't Get Whacked Bein' a Hack
September 10, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBGreg and Nate run the gamut, chatting about social media etiquette, tools, boots, and a long conversation on hackery. We've all been there. Doing something we don't want to do with a crummy boss who demands everything be done cheap. Or cutting a corner to save time on a weekend job when the supply houses are closed, and "getting it done." We've all done it, but who will admit to it? We confess our sins and air out some dirty laundry. We hope you enjoy it! Leave us a rating on Apple Po...
An Ode to the Tools Part 1?
September 03, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBIn this episode we discuss a huge part of our industry: tools. Hand tools, power tools, and specialty tools like punch sets, we go from worst to best in the hand tools offering, and where Harbor Freight fits into the Side Work game for guys or gals wanting to get into that. Follow us on Instagram! @WireNutsPodcast As always, message us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps others find us. Share the Podcast on IG or FB and DM us and/or e...
Bonus: Making "The Apprentice Blues"
August 20, 2019 10:00 - 5 minutes - 3.69 MBThis is some bonus audio of Nate trying to find a tune to make the intro song to episode 5, which we called "The Apprentice Blues." Enjoy. Follow us and submit feedback and comments on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Thanks for listening! Support the show
Don’t Be Shop Rocket
August 20, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBGreg and Nate field topics from Instagram user hugheschrisopher88 and other apprentice related questions like "What makes a good apprentice?" Featuring original music performed by Nate called "The Apprentice Blues." Enjoy! Follow us and submit feedback and comments on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Thanks for listening! As always, message us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps others find us. Share the Podcast on IG or FB and DM us and/o...
I Threw My Apprentice's Tools in the Trash
August 12, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBNate and Greg catch up on the shenanigans on Nate's current jobsite, and he tells stories about his green apprentices showing up with sub-par tools. We help apprentices line up their priorities as far as what hand tools to buy, and what to avoid spending too much money on. Enjoy this episode and our others! Follow us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast As always, message us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps others find us. Share the Po...
I Went to College But I Became an Electrician Anyway
August 10, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBGreg and Pete share personal anecdotes of attending both college and trade schools, as apprentice electricians and traditional academics, and the pros and cons of both those experiences. We also discuss safety and give our own experiences with safety culture of both extremes - those who respect it and those who don't. Lastly, we give advice we wish we had been given as apprentices, or to anyone who is new to the electrical trade. Thanks for listening and enjoy. DM us with topics or fee...
Taking the Trades Path, Even After College
August 10, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBGreg and Pete share personal anecdotes of attending both college and trade schools, as apprentice electricians and traditional academics, and the pros and cons of both those experiences. We also discuss safety and give our own experiences with safety culture of both extremes - those who respect it and those who don't. Lastly, we give advice we wish we had been given as apprentices, or to anyone who is new to the electrical trade. Thanks for listening and enjoy. DM us with topics or fee...
103: Taking the Trades Path, Even After College
August 10, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBGreg and Pete share personal anecdotes of attending both college and trade schools, as apprentice electricians and traditional academics, and the pros and cons of both those experiences. We also discuss safety and give our own experiences with safety culture of both extremes - those who respect it and those who don't. Lastly, we give advice we wish we had been given as apprentices, or to anyone who is new to the electrical trade. Thanks for listening and enjoy. DM us with topics or fee...
Preview to Episode 3
August 05, 2019 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBIn this short teaser to episode 3, I go through what topics we will cover Wednesday and speak briefly about the podcast. As always, message us on Instagram: @WireNutsPodcast Rate us and leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps others find us. Share the Podcast on IG or FB and DM us and/or email us at [email protected] to receive stickers and chop it up with us (Greg and Nate). Support the show by becoming a patron: Patreon.com/wirenuts Or support us directly through PayP...