I Shower After Work Podcast

Jason, John
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Welcome to the I Shower After Work Podcast, where two good friends and seasoned electricians unwind with a drink and dive into the world of skilled trades. From electrical insights to stories from plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and beyond, we blend humor, real talk, and a splash of explicit language with our favorite drinks in hand. Join us as we share stories, industry tips, and a good laugh--or two--after a hard day’s work. Whether you're just wrapping up your shift or simply curious about the trades, our podcast is your go-to for relaxed, candid conversations celebrating the highs and lows of working with our hands. So grab a drink, kick back, and join us for a refreshing take on the trades!

  1. 1D AGO

    #113 Pandemic Reflections: Humor and Hardships

    Jason and John look back at the so-called pandemic years now that we’re on the other side. From construction workers being called “essential” but never getting thanked, to lab leak debates, vaccine side effects, billionaire wealth, empty airports, personal space, 24-hour stores disappearing, and why people still drive like COVID traffic never ended. This episode is blunt, funny, and a little heated. Question for listeners: What is one thing from COVID that never went back to normal, good or bad in your life? 00:00 Cold Open and Weather 00:46 Canada Follow Up and Weekly Catch Up 01:46 Podcast Intro and Sticker Shoutout 03:23 Addressing a Viewer Comment 04:22 Post Pandemic Reflections 06:38 Essential Workers and Jobsite Reality 08:43 Lab Leak vs Market Debate 14:26 Vaccine Risks and Side Effects 18:03 Mandates and Personal Stories 19:49 Conspiracy Theories and Global Crackdowns 22:19 World Economic Forum Concerns 23:10 Billionaires Cash In 24:07 Prices Spike After COVID 24:47 What We Miss 26:29 Eerie Empty Airports 28:10 Personal Space Is Gone 29:29 Common Decency Check 31:50 Cart Narcs And Petty Justice 32:47 Cybertruck Roast 33:58 Bikes Back Cold Ride 35:07 Next Big Distraction 39:32 24 Hour Stores Disappear 41:56 33 Fights To Rule World 44:39 Wrap Up And Where To Find Us 🔗 Be a Guest — https://isawpodcast.com/be-a-guest 🍻 Support the Podcast — https://buymeacoffee.com/isaw 📷 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/isawpodcast/ Threads — @isawpodcast 👍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/isawpodcast/ #ISAWPodcast #PostCovid #EssentialWorkers #ConstructionLife #TradesLife #YourWorkKeepsTheWorldWorking https://www.science.org/content/article/house-panel-concludes-covid-19-pandemic-came-lab-leakhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S093936252500038Xhttps://scienceinsights.org/how-common-is-vaccine-injury-what-the-data-shows/#google_vignettehttps://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images;_ylt=Awrhdt3UxvtphgIA.VlXNyoA;_ylu=Y29sbwNiZjEEcG9zAzIEdnRpZAMEc2VjA3Nj?type=E210US105G0&mkr=7&p=covid+vaccine+injury+statistics+chart&fr=mcafee&th=659&tw=474&imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fichef.bbci.co.uk%2Fnews%2F640%2Fcpsprodpb%2F6CE6%2Fproduction%2F_117887872_vaccine_death_comparison_640-nc.png&rurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bbc.com%2Findonesia%2Fmajalah-56798026&size=195KB&name=Vaksin+Covid-19%3A+Apa+yang+terjadi+pada+dosis+yang+tak+terpakai%3F+-+BBC+...&oid=1&h=1782&w=1280&turl=https%3A%2F%2Ftse1.mm.bing.net%2Fth%2Fid%2FOIP.iODczXY7EiHIgd0_X2PkIwHaKT%3Fpid%3DApi&tt=Vaksin+Covid-19%3A+Apa+yang+terjadi+pada+dosis+yang+tak+terpakai%3F+-+BBC+...&sigr=CcoBDwCQgq.k&sigit=RsZnWmUtRgAY&sigi=41diD4n4NHKn&sign=hK3UhdZg3FPR&sigt=hK3UhdZg3FPR

    46 min

  2. APR 30

    #112 Coffee Talk: Canadian Immigration and Freedom 250

    Jason and John open by joking about poor sleep caused by a dog throwing off a Sleep Number bed, introduce Remy the corgi, and then shift to work: projects are moving fast but the Twin Cities outlook looks slow, with over 200 apprentices still on the book. They celebrate spring weather, then roast a goofy immigration-assistance website advertising immigration to Canada while discussing Canadian immigration trends and the speaker’s easier U.S. citizenship process as a Canadian married to a U.S. citizen. Other topics include a coworker who talks too loudly in a small break area, frustration with people wasting money on rims and smoke-stack trucks, opinions on face and neck tattoos, road construction driving and merging, building and riding new pedal-assist e-bikes, and ideas to step up a 250th-anniversary Fourth of July party. Question for listeners: What is one thing in your life that seems completely normal to you but makes absolutely no sense to someone else? Drop it in the comments — we’ll read the best ones on the show. 00:00 Coffee and no sleep 00:18 Meet Remy the corgi 01:46 Work slowdown worries 03:51 Spring weather vibes 04:38 Loose episode format 05:18 Canada immigration ad 13:59 Inside voice pet peeve 16:06 Rims on junk cars 21:05 Rolling coal trucks 24:37 Face tattoos debate 27:56 Neck Tattoo Red Flags 28:34 Construction Traffic Chaos 29:56 No More Merging 30:24 E-Bike Build Fails 34:53 First Ride Speed Shock 36:06 Seat Pain Upgrades 37:51 America 250 Celebration Talk 41:44 Philly Price Tag Breakdown 47:10 Freedom 250 Website Oddities 50:38 Mount Rushmore Crowd Warning 52:24 Fourth of July Party Ideas 54:15 Wrap Up and Plugs 🔗 Be a Guest — https://isawpodcast.com/be-a-guest 🍻 Support the Podcast — https://buymeacoffee.com/isaw 📷 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/isawpodcast/ 👍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/isawpodcast/ #ISAWPodcast #TradesLife #Immigration #Ebike #250thAnniversary #YourWorkKeepsTheWorldWorking https://cuin.ca/https://www.fox29.com/news/philadelphia-spend-120m-2026-americas-250th-birthday-events https://reason.com/2025/07/07/taxpayers-are-supposed-to-shell-out-150-million-for-next-years-july-4th-celebrations/

    55 min

  3. APR 23

    #111 Letting the Thoughts Loose

    Jason and John kick off the I Shower After Work Podcast from their job trailers with Jason overtired and fired up, debating whether Jason’s wife should get a cat despite their high-energy dog Ripley and concerns about litter boxes, nighttime chaos, and the dog hurting the cat; John shares practical advice for introducing pets and suggests the cat appeal is a lower-maintenance companion. They vent about long work weeks, John’s delayed motorcycle pickup from St. Paul Harley despite otherwise good service, and Netflix raising prices again while streaming still beats cable. The conversation bounces through the Renaissance Festival as “Comic-Con” with in-character people and the absurdity of zip-tying swords, Tenacious D’s cover of “Wicked Game,” targeted ads after their Big Pharma episode, and fake “construction” thirst-trap videos. They close with a Gen Z–style monologue pitching the trades, shouting out John’s daughter taking the JATC entrance exam. Question for listeners: What is one hobby, purchase, or life choice you love but know is quietly eating your time or money? Drop it in the comments and we’ll read the best ones on air. 00:00 Fired Up Cold Open 00:56 Haircut and Jobsite Heat 01:23 Crunch Time Workweek 02:47 Cat Debate Begins 05:49 Litter Box and Introductions 07:50 Marriage Stakes and Compromise 12:30 Same Shit and Missing the Bike 17:55 Renaissance Festival Takes 21:13 Ren Fair Immersion and Zip Ties 23:15 Escapism and Instagram Scroll 25:21 Late Night Insta Algorithm 26:13 Saturday Morning Thirst Feed 26:56 Fake Trades Thirst Traps 28:41 Confidence And Secrets 32:09 Streaming Price Rants 36:01 Music Cover Recommendation 36:50 Ads And Amazon Tracking 38:40 Bird Nerd Banter 41:42 Gen Z Trades Pitch 51:51 Dirty Hands Clean Money 54:29 Wrap Up And Sign Off 🔗 Be a Guest — https://isawpodcast.com/be-a-guest 🍻 Support the Podcast — https://buymeacoffee.com/isaw 📷 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/isawpodcast/ 👍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/isawpodcast/ #ISAWPodcast #LettingTheThoughtsLoose #TradesLife #YourWorkKeepsTheWorldWorking

    56 min

  4. APR 16

    #110 Big Pharma: Profits Over Patients?

    Jason and John record from the east & west side job trailers, running on fumes after long days and John’s quick out-of-town trip. They rant about prescription drugs and how the U.S. (and limited cases in New Zealand) allows direct-to-consumer pharma commercials, arguing the system is built around treating symptoms for profit rather than cures. They dig into GLP-1 drugs being used as a weight loss drug and its impact on the diabetes treatments, shortages and cost issues, and side effects like nausea and bone mass loss. Plus, a state-by-state prescription increases (with Rhode Island and Massachusetts surging and New York having the largest overall increase). They discuss non-medical Adderall use, risks and overdose, compare severe side-effect lists across drugs (including cancer treatment vs psoriasis meds), and react to a hair-loss drug with stroke-like warnings. The episode also touches on opioids, fentanyl, the FDA, and the money trail behind approvals, ending with a darkly funny quote: “May the bridges that I burn light your way.” Question for listeners: Have you or someone you know been affected by a prescription shortage, surprise side effect, or drug billing nightmare? Tell us what happened and we might read the best stories on air. 00:00 Full Send Cold Open 00:12 Back in the Trailer 00:27 Tired Week and Travel 01:37 Why Drug Ads Everywhere 03:39 GLP-1 Weight Loss Boom 06:33 Which States Use Most 10:30 Shortages and Real Patients 11:22 Adderall Misuse Risks 15:38 Overdose Scare Story 16:43 Side Effects vs Necessity 19:07 Cancer Drug Reality Check 21:14 Psoriasis Drug Same Risks 24:25 Hair Loss Drug Shock 27:53 FDA Money and COVID Echoes 28:37 Olympics Ads and Gut Meds 29:13 Dry Eye Drug Rant 29:31 Ads Hide The Problem 30:33 Price Gouging And Markups 32:56 Opioids And Street Drugs 34:02 Fentanyl Explained 37:15 Money Trail And FDA 38:35 Food Supply And Health Cycle 40:48 Black Box Warnings Scam 42:04 Conspiracy Or Reality 44:37 Make A Height Pill 47:49 Commercials And AIDS Pills 50:58 Cures Versus Lifelong Pills 52:33 Wrap Up And Listener Plugs 53:15 Dark Quote Of The Week 54:25 Final Advice And Goodbye 🔗 Be a Guest — https://isawpodcast.com/be-a-guest 🍻 Support the Podcast — https://buymeacoffee.com/isaw 📷 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/isawpodcast/ 👍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/isawpodcast/ #BigPharma #Prescriptions #ISAWPodcast #YourWorkKeepsTheWorldWorking https://www.litfulo.com/get-to-know-litfulo/how-litfulo-works?cmp=155781122310&utm_source=MICROSOFT&utm_medium=paidsearch&pid=Treatment&utm_term=alopecia%20pill&network=o&&msclkid=c830aec4b7f61ba15719c71a0e1cab94&gclid=c830aec4b7f61ba15719c71a0e1cab94&gclsrc=3p.ds&gad_source=7&gad_campaignid=20408970903 https://www.drugs.com/sfx/kisqali-side-effects.html https://search.yahoo.com/search?fr2=p%3ads%2cv%3aomn%2cm%3asa%2cbrws%3achrome%2cpos%3a3&fr=mcafee&type=E210US105G0&p=20+most+common+prescription+drugs https://search.yahoo.com/search?fr2=p%3ads%2cv%3aomn%2cm%3asa%2cbrws%3achrome%2cpos%3a2&fr=mcafee&type=E210US105G0&p=lisinopril+side+effects https://www.goodrx.com/atorvastatin/side-effects-of-atorvastatin https://www.addictiongroup.org/resources/adderall-facts/ https://www.drugs.com/sfx/adderall-side-effects.html

    56 min

  5. APR 9

    #109 Finding Freedom: Navigating the World of Outdoor Hobbies

    Jason and John break down the real cost of common hobbies from hiking, bikes (and e-bikes), gardening, canoeing/kayaking, golf, fishing, motorcycles, campers, and more. They talk time vs. money, community vs. solo play, and why some hobbies quietly eat your weekends (and bank account). Practical, blue-collar, and full of real stories. Question for listeners: Which hobby would you keep if you only had room/time for one and why? Drop your answer in the comments and we’ll read the best ones on the show. 00:00 Cold Open Shirt Talk 00:43 Work Updates Summer Travel 01:50 Podcast Intro Housekeeping 03:00 Sponsor Shoutout Andy 04:00 Midwest False Spring Rant 05:55 Hobby Costs Setup 08:35 Hiking Gear Park Passes 12:52 Partners And Shared Hobbies 17:14 Biking Costs And Upgrades 19:10 Ebike Debate Safety Rules 23:41 Kid Bike Memories And PSAs 29:29 Gardening And Kayak ROI 36:06 Paddleboard Uppity Take 40:08 Golf Costs And Skill Curve 42:43 Old Hobbies and Settling 44:06 Fishing Costs and Gear 49:51 Birdwatching Confessions 57:52 Barbecue and Golf Spending 01:01:20 Time Commitment Reality 01:06:20 Motorcycles vs Camper Dream 01:13:00 Community and Identity 01:16:42 Buying Time with Money 01:25:35 Glamping and New Interests 01:26:37 Blacksmithing Wish List 01:27:38 Final Advice and Wrap Up. 🔗 Be a Guest — https://isawpodcast.com/be-a-guest 🍻 Support the Podcast — https://buymeacoffee.com/isaw 📷 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/isawpodcast/ 👍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/isawpodcast/ #ISAWPodcast #CostOfHobbies #TradesLife #YourWorkKeepsTheWorldWorking

    1h 29m

  6. APR 5

    #108 Easter Chats: Celebrating the Little Things in Life

    Jason and John take a breather for an Easter episode full of small dopamine moments: childhood Easter memories, hollow chocolate bunnies, family traditions, the ridiculous things they’ve seen at gas stations, little jobsite comforts (clean Biffys!), and the tiny wins that actually make life better. 💬 Question for listeners: What’s one small thing that made your week — a tiny win you want to celebrate? Drop it in the comments and we’ll read the best ones on air. 00:00 Zoom Setup Hacks 01:09 Welcome Back Updates 02:33 Easter Fish Fry Talk 03:37 Little Things Theme 04:39 Coughs And Weird Illness 06:09 Easter Childhood Memories 10:13 Spending Stats Breakdown 13:07 This Years Easter Plans 16:55 Egg Hunts And Arcade Nostalgia 20:43 Everyday Little Joys List 24:14 Clean Ride Gratitude 24:44 Listener Support Boost 25:41 Dog Welcome Home 27:17 Genuine Check Ins 28:42 Shop Jokes Culture 31:20 Gas Station Surprise 34:10 Childproof Cap Hack 36:08 Kids Meltdowns Parenting 38:56 Holiday Buffet Plan 41:20 Anniversary Gift Win 46:09 Petty Told You So 47:33 Easter Send Off 🔗 Be a Guest — https://isawpodcast.com/be-a-guest 🍻 Support the Podcast — https://buymeacoffee.com/isaw 📷 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/isawpodcast/ 👍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/isawpodcast/ #Easter2026 #LittleWins #ISAWPodcast #TradesLife #YourWorkKeepsTheWorldWorking https://nrf.com/media-center/press-releases/easter-spending-expected-to-reach-a-record-24-9-billion

    48 min

  7. MAR 26

    #107 Cathartic Confessions: The Little Things That Bug Us

    Jason and John unload on the small, stupid stuff that drives them nuts: from calling your spouse “partner” to ugly truck back-window decals, rolling stops, AirPods admissions, weird facial-hair choices, and everything in between. This is a cathartic, laugh-heavy episode meant to get those little annoyances out so you don’t have to stew on them all week. Question for listeners: What’s one tiny thing that annoys you but makes for a great story? Drop it in the comments — we’ll read the best ones on the show. 00:00 Back on the Podcast 00:15 Switching to Video 03:28 Pet Peeves Episode Setup 04:45 Stop Saying Partner 08:16 Cleaners on Job Sites 11:09 Truck Window Decals 13:49 Traffic Gap Rage 17:56 Stop Signs Mean Stop 20:42 St Patricks Day Recap 22:03 AirPods Changed My Mind 23:46 Apple Colors and Phone Cases 25:53 Foldable Android Tease 26:04 Foldables and Flip Nostalgia 27:04 Old Phones and Batteries 27:36 Advice Not Taken 30:34 Deviated Septum Surprise 32:55 Fixes for Body Aches 38:05 Marriage Chores and Lint 40:56 Cat Furniture Front 42:30 Mustache Epidemic 44:05 Shaving Beard Bet 47:26 Bitch Fest Wrap Up 48:40 Pet Peeves and Compliments 51:11 Final Thanks and Sign Off 🔗 Apply to be a guest — https://isawpodcast.com/be-a-guest🔗 Support the show — https://buymeacoffee.com/isaw📷 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/isawpodcast/👍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/isawpodcast/ #ISAWPodcast #PettyAnnoyances #TradesLife #YourWorkKeepsTheWorldWorking

    52 min

  8. MAR 19

    #106 1st Amendment: Navigating Modern Freedom of Speech

    After recently covering the Second Amendment, we step back to discuss the First Amendment, read its wording, and debate what “freedom of speech” means today, emphasizing it limits government not private companies and that speech can still bring consequences at work or elsewhere. They list examples of speech not protected (incitement, obscenity, burning draft cards, certain school speech) and talk about technology and social media outpacing laws, including COVID-era shadow banning and government pressure on platforms. They explore gray areas like doxxing, defamation, and being offended, consider whether the First Amendment should be amended again, and end by reacting to audience comments from their Second Amendment episode. 💬 Question for listeners: What’s one way you keep civil conversations online (or offline)? Drop it below — we’ll read the best answers on air. 01:26 Show Intro and Housekeeping 02:36 Video Episodes and Format 03:07 First Amendment Readthrough 04:52 Speech vs Private Sector Rules 08:08 On Camera Side Tangent 09:07 What Speech Is Not Protected 12:01 Social Media and Modern Speech 14:56 Disclaimers and Satire Tone 16:02 Should We Amend It Again 18:52 Freedom or Guidelines Debate 24:36 Doxing and Online Harassment 27:40 Offense Hate Speech and Courts 30:16 Immigration and Government Power 31:41 Bias and Free Speech 32:19 Religion Clause Explained 34:25 School Pledges and Apologies 38:36 Comedy and Speech Limits 39:31 Rights for Noncitizens 41:45 Shadowbans and Private Platforms 46:01 Tech Outpaces Lawmakers 49:40 Amending the First Amendment 54:56 Reading Viewer Comments 59:40 AR-15 Facts and Corrections 01:04:52 Final Wrap and Call In 🔗 Be a Guest — https://isawpodcast.com/be-a-guest 🍻 Support the Podcast — https://buymeacoffee.com/isaw 📷 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/isawpodcast/ Threads — @isawpodcast 👍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/isawpodcast/ #FirstAmendment #FreeSpeech #ISAWPodcast #MediaLiteracy #YourWorkKeepsTheWorldWorking https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/amendment-1/ https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/censorship https://www.uscourts.gov/about-federal-courts/educational-resources/about-educational-outreach/activity-resources/what-does-free-speech-mean

    1h 6m
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Welcome to the I Shower After Work Podcast, where two good friends and seasoned electricians unwind with a drink and dive into the world of skilled trades. From electrical insights to stories from plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and beyond, we blend humor, real talk, and a splash of explicit language with our favorite drinks in hand. Join us as we share stories, industry tips, and a good laugh--or two--after a hard day’s work. Whether you're just wrapping up your shift or simply curious about the trades, our podcast is your go-to for relaxed, candid conversations celebrating the highs and lows of working with our hands. So grab a drink, kick back, and join us for a refreshing take on the trades!

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