Women Behind The Wrench

Nerdy Girl Mechanic
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Nerdygirlmechanic Sara interviews Women in the Trade industry, highlighting who they are, what they do, challenges they face, and why they love what they do. Bringing awareness and appreciation to females in the Trades.

  1. 11/28/2021

    Episode 16: Kat aka Mrs. Heritage Air

    It was a pleasure to have HVAC tradie Kat who works in a lot of different facets of her residential company along with her husband, Ronnie. We talk about her career path and how it has developed, the crazy Texas summers, learning on the job, our rippling biceps, and her proudest accomplishments. You won't want to miss this episode with this bad ass!

  2. 10/16/2021

    Episode 15: Noob Mistakes

    A quick update on how things have been going with work and school! Have you ever made a mistake? I have. I share about my noob mistake, what happened, and a few of your examples that you gave me as well. I share some exciting news about what's coming up in January! Keep it Nerdy!

  3. 08/09/2021

    Episode 14: Claire aka The Big One

    This was a big episode with someone I have wanted to interview for a long time. I had the honor of chatting with Claire, the President of Standard Heating & Air Conditioning which has been a family owned and operated company since 1930. Claire shares her awesome insight on the HVAC industry and how she encourages others to get involved. She offers advice for both newcomers to the industry and people going through a career change later in life. The Big One shares her career goals, how she handles stress of being a President and issues that she has faced as a woman in the industry and how she has navigated them. I also tell the story about how Claire got the nickname and shed light on what it's like to work for this amazing company. You won't want to miss this episode.

    Episode 14: Claire aka The Big One

  4. 07/14/2021

    Episode 13: Brandi The HVAC Mechanic

    On this episode, I talk with 313a Refrigeration mechanic, Gas fitter, and HVAC instructor Brandi about her career in the trades and how she got to be where she is today. Her passion and enthusiasm is inspiring and she does an amazing job of promoting the trades to all who want to become involved. We talk about the HVAC life, social media, her teaching, and how it is to be an HVAC supermodel. You don't want to miss out on this episode!

    Episode 13: Brandi The HVAC Mechanic

  5. 07/07/2021

    Episode 12: An Update & A Tribute

    In this special episode of Women Behind the Wrench, I share some big career news. I also get real about mental health/coping and pay tribute to my Great Grandma Sarah. Tune in for this unique episode which ALSO includes a brief interruption by your favorite Beagle brothers! Read more about Great Grandma Sarah's amazing life: https://oconnellfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/sarah-lyksett/

    Episode 12: An Update & A Tribute

  6. 04/12/2021

    Episode 11: Cathy Heying of The Lift Garage

    I was very excited to speak with a local superhero, Cathy Heying founder of The Lift Garage here in Minneapolis, MN. The lift is a non-profit organization that performs car repairs for those who are homeless or are low-income. Cathy was a social worker and her own words "a church lady" who at the age of 38 decided to go back to school and become an Auto Mechanic. She talks about The Lift, what it is like to go back to school with a bunch of 18 year olds, the challenges she faces and her goals for the organization. The Lift helps folks get back on the road at a fraction of the cost that other shops charge. There are many things that we take for granted and having a functioning vehicle is one of them. They are doing amazing things. Be sure to check out The Lift's website www.theliftgarage.org to help.

    Episode 11: Cathy Heying of The Lift Garage

  7. 04/03/2021

    Episode 10: Tovah the Rockstar Installer

    I was SO excited to interview Tovah, the HVAC Installer that works for the same company that I do. We talk about how she got involved, what she likes about the industry, her goals, as well as a quick visit from her cat and how she deals with negativity. Tovah is amazing at her career as an installer and her craft speaks for itself. It was an honor to interview this epic tradeswoman! I also introduce my new theme written and recorded by Juan Carlos Garcia Mulett, an amazingly talented bassist from Colombia. Don't miss it!

    Episode 10: Tovah the Rockstar Installer

  8. 02/15/2021

    Episode 8: Shannon Tymosko aka Lady Voltz

    On this frigid Valentine's Day, the weather is cold but the conversation is poppin'! I had the pleasure of interviewing Shannon aka Lady Voltz who is an Electrical Apprentice from Canada. We talk about her unique career path and what it is like starting out Green. We also talk about her favorite part of the job and her work as a Kick Ass Ambassador for @skilledtradeskickass. You don't want to miss this episode!

    Episode 8: Shannon Tymosko aka Lady Voltz
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Nerdygirlmechanic Sara interviews Women in the Trade industry, highlighting who they are, what they do, challenges they face, and why they love what they do. Bringing awareness and appreciation to females in the Trades.

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  • Creator
    Nerdy Girl Mechanic
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Nerdy Girl Mechanic
  • Show Website
    Women Behind The Wrench