The CWB Association Welding Podcast

Kevin Roy

The CWB Association brings you a weekly podcast that covers what’s happening in the world of Welding. We speak to people passionate about the world of Welding and fabrication. Get the right tips and industry information to stay on top of what’s happening in the Welding industry. 

  1. 1d ago

    Episode 253: The Weld Dr with Daniel Brand

    The CWB Association brings you a weekly podcast that connects to welding professionals around the world to share their passion and give you the right tips to stay on top of what’s happening in the welding industry. Subscribe, listen, and stay connected to the people who keep the world welded together Daniel Brand joins us from Australia to share his journey from boilermaker to welding inspector, content creator, and entrepreneur. What started as a backyard aluminium boat build quickly grew into a thriving social media presence and new career opportunities. We discuss apprenticeships in Australia, welding inspection, skilled labour shortages, building a business through content creation, and the future of welding technology. Follow   Website: https://weld-dr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weld_dr_?igsh=M256bTR6eXF4amNr Enjoyed the show? Subscribe, leave a rating, and share it with a welder who needs a nudge today. There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry.  https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member  What did you think about this episode? Send a text message to the show!

  2. 2d ago

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 5 with Benjamin Jamison

    The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication,showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China,on September 22-27, 2026. From Air Cadets to WorldSkills Team Canada, Benjamin Jamison is preparing to represent our country in Aircraft Maintenance at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. In this episode, Benjamin shares how his passion for aviation and working with his hands led him to a career as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, his journey through Skills competitions, and what it means to compete on the world stage. He also discusses the importance of mentorship, the lessons he's learned through competition, and why he's committed to inspiring the next generation of skilled trades professionals.   Follow Skills/Compétences Canada:  Website: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/  X: https://x.com/skills_canada  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada    There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member  What did you think about this episode? Send a text message to the show!

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 5 with Benjamin Jamison

  3. 2d ago

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 6 with Keegan Sturge

    The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication,showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China,on September 22-27, 2026. Keegan Sturge is set to represent WorldSkills Team Canada in Electrical Installations at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. In this episode, he shares how his passion for hands-on work and problem solving sparked a career in the electrical trade, the journey that took him through Skills competitions, and the dedication required to compete on the international stage. Keegan also discusses the value of perseverance, continuous learning, and the pride of wearing the Maple Leaf while inspiring the next generation of skilled trades professionals.  Follow Skills/Compétences Canada:  Website: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/  X: https://x.com/skills_canada  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada    There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member  What did you think about this episode? Send a text message to the show!

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 6 with Keegan Sturge

  4. 2d ago

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 8 with Carter Kokot

    The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication,showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China,on September 22-27, 2026. Every vehicle is a new challenge waiting to be solved which sparked a lifelong passion for Carter Kokot that led him to WorldSkills Team Canada to compete in Automobile Technology on the world stage. In this episode, Carter discusses the value of critical thinking and problem solving, and the dedication it takes to compete at the highest level. Carter also reflects on his goal of becoming a Red Seal and Lexus Master Technician, while encouraging the next generation to pursue a career in the skilled trades with confidence and determination.  Follow Skills/Compétences Canada:  Website: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/  X: https://x.com/skills_canada  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada    There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member  What did you think about this episode? Send a text message to the show!

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 8 with Carter Kokot

  5. 2d ago

    Série Compétences Canada - Saison 4 - Épisode 7 avec Xavier Bélanger

    L’Association CWB est fière de poursuivre sa collaboration avec Skills/Compétences Canada dans le cadre de cette série spéciale de balados, où nous mettrons en lumière la formation, la passion et le dévouement qui caractérisent le parcours vers Équipe Canada WorldSkills à travers les témoignages des concurrents, des formateurs, des experts et de toutes les personnes impliquées, alors qu’ils se préparent à participer au Mondial des métiers à Shanghai, en Chine, du 22 au 27 septembre 2026. La passion de Xavier Bélanger pour la construction, la réparation et la résolution de problèmes l’a mené jusqu’à la scène internationale. Dans cet épisode, il explique comment sa curiosité pour les métiers techniques et son désir de relever de nouveaux défis l’ont amené à poursuivre une carrière en réfrigération et climatisation. Il parle également de l’importance de trouver le juste équilibre entre rapidité et précision, des amitiés qu’il a tissées et des expériences qu’il a vécues, tout en expliquant pourquoi il croit que les métiers spécialisés offrent des possibilités infinies à ceux et celles qui sont prêts à se dépasser.   Suivez Skills/Compétences Canada : Site Web: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/            YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/            X: https://x.com/skills_canada Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada          TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada C’est le meilleur moment d’être membre ! L'adhésion à l'Association du CWB est nouvelle, améliorée et centrée sur vous. Nous offrons une adhésion GRATUITE avec une gamme complète d'avantages pour développer votre carrière, rester informé et soutenir l'industrie canadienne du soudage. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member          What did you think about this episode? Send a text message to the show!

    Série Compétences Canada - Saison 4 - Épisode 7 avec Xavier Bélanger

  6. Jul 22

    Episode 252: More Than the Weld with Doug Wilson

    The CWB Association brings you a weekly podcast that connects to welding professionals around the world to share their passion and give you the right tips to stay on top of what’s happening in the welding industry. Subscribe, listen, and stay connected to the people who keep the world welded together Every welder has a story, and every lesson learned in the trade comes from solving problems. In this episode, Kevin Roy sits down with Doug Wilson, known as Doug Doug The Welder, to discuss the lessons he's learned over more than 30 years in the trade. From the importance of mentorship and problem-solving to tackling real-world fabrication challenges, Doug shares practical advice on welding techniques, shop culture, and adapting to new technology like Fronius CMT. The conversation also explores the value of investing in quality equipment, creating a positive workplace, and finding pride in both your work and your personal journey. Follow   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougdougthewelder/ Enjoyed the show? Subscribe, leave a rating, and share it with a welder who needs a nudge today. There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry.  https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member  What did you think about this episode? Send a text message to the show!

  7. Jul 14

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 1 with Logan Peters & Paul Bettio

    The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication, showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China, on September 22-27, 2026.   Canada is returning to the WorldSkills stage in Carpentry for the first time since 2015. In this episode, Team Canada competitor Logan Peters and Expert Paul Bettio discuss Logan's journey from high school Skills competitions in Alberta to representing Canada at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. Logan shares how competing has helped shape his career goals and prepare him for the world stage, while Paul reflects on his role as a first-time Team Canada Expert and the importance of developing the next generation of skilled trades professionals. Together, they offer an inside look at the dedication, preparation, and passion behind Canada's return to the international carpentry competition. Follow Skills/Compétences Canada: Website: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/ X: https://x.com/skills_canada Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada          There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member     What did you think about this episode? Send a text message to the show!

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 1 with Logan Peters & Paul Bettio

  8. Jul 14

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 2 with Kylar Bloomberg & Justin Fisher

    The CWB Association is proud to continue our collaboration with Skills/Compétences Canada on this special podcast series, where we will highlight the training, passion, and dedication, showcasing the road to WorldSkills Team Canada from the competitors, trainers, experts, and everyone involved as they prepare to head to the World Skills Competition in Shanghai, China, on September 22-27, 2026.   From apprentice to Team Canada, Kylar Bloomberg is preparing to represent Canada in Plumbing & Heating at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. In this episode, Kylar shares how a passion for hands-on work led him to the skilled trades, his journey through Skills competitions, and what it means to compete on the world stage. Joining him is his trainer, employer, and former WorldSkills competitor, Justin Fisher. Together, they discuss the unique mentor-apprentice relationship they've built, the lessons Justin learned from his own competition experience, and how those insights are helping prepare Kylar for the challenge ahead.   Follow Skills/Compétences Canada: Website: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SkillsCanadaOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillscompetencescanada/ X: https://x.com/skills_canada Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skillscanada TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillscompetencescanada          There is no better time to be a member! The CWB Association membership is new, improved, and focused on you. We offer a FREE membership with a full suite of benefits to build your career, stay informed, and support the Canadian welding industry. https://www.cwbgroup.org/association/become-a-member      What did you think about this episode? Send a text message to the show!

    Skills Canada Series - Season 4 - Episode 2 with Kylar Bloomberg & Justin Fisher
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