Make Trades Great Again

Eric Aune, Andy Mickelson
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Make Trades Great Again

Whether you're a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or simply interested in the trades, the "Make Trades Great Again" podcast offers something for everyone. Our goal is to promote the value of skilled trades, provide essential resources, and build a strong community of passionate individuals.Industry Insights - Educational Content - Community Stories - Technology in Trades Tune in now and be part of the movement to make trades great again!

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Fan Mail: How Does Andy Get Any Work Done?

    The guys answer some questions sent in by listeners Send us a textDo you subscribe to the Mechanical Hub weekly email newsletter? It's packed with industry events, new products and more to help you and your business. Subscribe here: https://mechanical-hub.com/enewsletter/Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbCheck out our website: mechanical-hub.com

    40 min

  2. DEC 10

    Tool Reviews with Eric & Andy

    This episode works best as a video, you can watch it over on the MH YouTube channel https://bit.ly/4g4zYXpSend us a textDo you subscribe to the Mechanical Hub weekly email newsletter? It's packed with industry events, new products and more to help you and your business. Subscribe here: https://mechanical-hub.com/enewsletter/Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbCheck out our website: mechanical-hub.com

    38 min

  3. DEC 3

    When Podcasts Collide

    This week the guys are joined virtually by the hosts of the Appetite For Construction podcast, John Mesenbrink & Tim Ward. It's that time of year again where we take a look back and even forward into the new year. There was some fun bs'ing as well. Hope you enjoy!Send us a textDo you subscribe to the Mechanical Hub weekly email newsletter? It's packed with industry events, new products and more to help you and your business. Subscribe here: https://mechanical-hub.com/enewsletter/Send...

    49 min
  4. MTGA Road Trip!

    NOV 26

    MTGA Road Trip!

    It's roadtrip time for Andy as he met up with Eric for a super top secret install in Northern MN. You’ll have to watch [or listen] to learn all about the project. If the podcast just isn’t enough you could search the tag “#duluthbuild” on Instagram for more from the project job site. Okay, J/K....Air-to-Water Heat Pumps are having a time right now, this project had the guys working in Eric's in-laws home to connect the Viessmann Vitocal heat pump to a whole home hydronic heating system.&...

    54 min

  5. NOV 19

    B.S. & Bad Jobs.

    Not all projects are run & organized the same, obviously. This week the guys have a short BS session and talk about a job Eric has coming up and one of Andy's preferred general contractors. Send us a textDo you subscribe to the Mechanical Hub weekly email newsletter? It's packed with industry events, new products and more to help you and your business. Subscribe here: https://mechanical-hub.com/enewsletter/Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aun...

    34 min
  6. Special Guest: Apprentice Adam Parent

    NOV 12

    Special Guest: Apprentice Adam Parent

    Canadian apprentice Adam Parent joins the guys to talk about his experiences and thoughts bout joining the plumbing trade in Canada. Adam's experience in both residential and commercial work doing both plumbing and heating new construction, remodel and service have helped him hone his skills and find a place where he's challenged but excited to learn & do more. Send us a textDo you subscribe to the Mechanical Hub weekly email newsletter? It's packed with industry events, new pro...

    41 min
  7. Van Talk: Guess what? Wrong Part!

    NOV 5

    Van Talk: Guess what? Wrong Part!

    It's never great when service vehicles break down but it's even worse when local mechanics are out weeks for repairs and parts are hard to track down. This week Andy retells the story of a relative simple fix for a recent breakdown. How hard can it be to replace a starter on a 2020 Ford Transit anyway? Send us a textDo you subscribe to the Mechanical Hub weekly email newsletter? It's packed with industry events, new products and more to help you and your business. Subscribe here:&nb...

    31 min
  8. Tech in the Trades: Smarter Small Businesses

    OCT 29

    Tech in the Trades: Smarter Small Businesses

    In this episode of Make Trades Great Again, Eric and Andy dive into how artificial intelligence, especially tools like ChatGPT, is reshaping the trades industry. They share personal experiences on using AI for everything from generating heat load calculations and troubleshooting boiler issues to crafting proposals and even coming up with recipe ideas! Tune in to hear how AI is saving time, enhancing productivity, and providing a new edge to everyday business challenges. Plus, a discussion on ...

    45 min
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Whether you're a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or simply interested in the trades, the "Make Trades Great Again" podcast offers something for everyone. Our goal is to promote the value of skilled trades, provide essential resources, and build a strong community of passionate individuals.Industry Insights - Educational Content - Community Stories - Technology in Trades Tune in now and be part of the movement to make trades great again!

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  • Creator
    Eric Aune, Andy Mickelson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    323
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Make Trades Great Again
  • Show Website
    Make Trades Great Again

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