Sparky Life

Lia Lamela
Sparky Life

On Your Construction Network, welcome to The Sparky Life with Lia Lamela - Your Escape Route from Dead-End Jobs!Tired of living paycheck to paycheck? Hate your current career? Discover how skilled trades can transform your life - delivered with humor, real talk, and zero BS.  If you already in the skilled trades transform your career with real stories, expert insights, and proven strategies from industry professionals who've built successful careers in the construction industry.What You'll Get:Career change strategies for people stuck in unfulfilling jobsHow to go from broke to building wealth in the skilled tradesSafety tips that could save your life and career (with a laugh)Real stories from people who escaped corporate hell for trades heavenBusiness growth advice for contractors and entrepreneursIndustry insights delivered with humor Perfect for anyone ready to ditch the cubicle, stop living paycheck to paycheck, and build a career that actually pays the bills - and then some. From office drone to skilled trades success - we'll show you the way (with a lot of laughs).New episodes bi-weekly featuring the stories, and strategies that matter most to your success. Subscribe now and join thousands building their Sparky Life!

  1. 5D AGO

    This AI Revolution is Making Electricians RICH in 2025

    BOOM! The AI revolution is HERE and electricians who ignore it will be left in the dust! While most sparkies are still stuck in the stone age, the smart ones are using artificial intelligence to literally PRINT MONEY in 2025! ⚡ From AI-powered project management that predicts disasters before they happen, to automated back-office systems handling all your paperwork nightmares, to drones revolutionizing safety inspections - this video reveals the 6 game-changing technologies transforming electrical contracting forever! Plus, I'm revealing the ONE AI trend that's adding an extra 30K to electricians' bank accounts this year! Ready to join the tech revolution and leave your competition behind? Hit that subscribe button and ring the notification bell because The Sparky Life is your ONLY source for trades that meet tech! Drop that lightning bolt emoji ⚡ in the comments if you're ready to ELECTRIFY your career! ⚡ KEY TAKEAWAYS: AI project management prevents delays before they happenAutomated accounting software eliminates paperwork nightmaresSmart safety systems create the safest job sites in historyDrones revolutionize high-voltage inspections without riskAI-enhanced BIM eliminates costly installation conflictsSmart electricians are earning 30K+ more using these technologiesEvery skilled professional needs the right tools to succeed → Get the right tool for YOU at SUPPLY HOUSE — Use code SH5 for 5% off! Support the show

    8 min

  2. JUN 26

    Why Electricians Laugh at These Hollywood Movie Mistakes

    Every skilled professional needs the right tools to succeed → Get the right tool for YOU at SUPPLY HOUSE — Use code SH5 for 5% off! "Think you know electricity because you've seen it in movies? Think again. I'm about to destroy three Hollywood myths that have been fooling audiences for decades - and one of them could literally kill you if you believed it." In this movie mythbusting episode, Lia dissects the wildest electrical moments from: Shocker – Can a guy actually become an electric ghost?Final Destination – Should you really stay in the car under live wires?Life on the Line – Can John Travolta really restore power during a storm… with no PPE?If you’ve ever watched a Hollywood electrical scene and thought, “Wait, is that even possible?” — this episode of The Sparky Life, hosted by Lia Lamela, is your new favorite listen. In this episode Lia brings the voltage with her signature wit and expertise, breaking down some of the wildest (and most inaccurate) electrical scenes in movies like Shocker, Final Destination, and Life on the Line.  Highlights include: A fascinating dive into the history of the electric chair (spoiler: it doesn’t turn people into lightning spirits).Myth-busting explanations on power lines, Faraday cages, and why touching a wet shovel near electricity is a very bad idea.A reality check on emergency generators and what really happens when the power goes out in hospitals.Plus, shoutout to SupplyHouse.com for sponsoring — they’re giving electricians the tools and perks they deserve through their Trade Master program. 💡 Educational, hilarious, and just the right amount of nerdy — this episode is a must-listen for tradespeople, movie buffs, and anyone curious about what electricity can and cannot do. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tune in now and learn while you laugh. 👇 Follow for more blue collar badassery every Thursday! SPARKY LIFE Podcast on SPOTIFY SPARKY LIFE Podcast on APPLE 👇 WATCH the episodes on YOUTUBE! SPARKY LIFE on YOUTUBE ⸻ 📲 Stay Connected: Instagram: @sparkylifeoflia TikTok: @sparkylifeoflia Support the show

    16 min

  3. JUN 19

    Why Smart People In the Skilled Trades Learn Online: Utradie

    Every skilled professional needs the right tools to succeed → Get the right tool for YOU at SUPPLY HOUSE — Use code SH5 for 5% off! 🎧 In this episode: Welcome back to Sparky Life, the podcast for those who build, wire, and power the world — and those who dare to rebuild the systems that train them. This week, Lia is joined by Marc Webb, founder of YouTradie, a global mentorship and certification platform created by tradespeople, for tradespeople. From muddy boots to tech start-up visionary, Marc shares his story of frustration, burnout, and a big idea: What if there was a way to fix the broken system of trades training? 💥 Inside this episode: Why the “trial by fire” model of trades training is failingHow YouTradie is empowering workers with mobile certification portfoliosHow burnout, poor mentorship, and weak onboarding cost us talentThe silent crisis of tradespeople feeling trapped after 20 yearsWhy white-collar platforms like LinkedIn don’t serve the blue-collar worldThe potential for global trades travel and workforce exchangeHow certified mentorship could become a side hustle for skilled workersThe emotional burden of providing, switching paths, and starting overWhy both men and women need independence through skilled tradesFrom career reinvention to international opportunity, this episode is about building the future of the trades from the inside out. Whether you’re just starting out, looking to level up, or feeling stuck — this one’s for you. ⸻ ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome to Sparky Life 00:52 – Why Trades Training Is Broken 02:12 – Meet Marc Webb, Founder of YouTradie 05:11 – What Is YouTradie? 07:09 – From Field to Management: Marc’s Journey 08:48 – When Skill Isn’t Enough Without Communication 10:57 – The Moment That Sparked a Movement 13:40 – Making Mentorship a Monetizable Skill 17:04 – Why a Global Workforce Exchange Could Change Everything 22:00 – LinkedIn ≠ Blue Collar 28:00 – Why Tradespeople Undersell Themselves 34:00 – Gatekeeping, Scarcity, and the Knowledge Hoard 38:00 – A Call for Collaboration Over Competition 43:00 – Creating Safe Spaces for Real Feedback 46:30 – Why Education Is the Key 51:00 – Supporting Women in Trades & Financial Independence 55:00 – The Power of “Just Starting” 59:00 – How This Platform Could Change Lives (Globally) 👇 Follow for more blue collar badassery every Thursday! SPARKY LIFE Podcast on SPOTIFY SPARKY LIFE Podcast on APPLE 👇 WATCH the episodes on YOUTUBE! SPARKY LIFE on YOUTUBE ⸻ 📲 Stay Connected: Instagram: @sparkylifeoflia TikTok: @sparkylifeoflia ⸻ 🛠 Huge thanks to our sponsor: SupplyHouse Get the best tools & supplies → supplyhouse.com/t-m Use code SH5 for 5% off! Support the show

    58 min

  4. JUN 12

    What Hollywood Gets Wrong About Electricity (Electrician Mythbusts)

    Every skilled professional needs the right tools to succeed → Get the right tool for YOU at SUPPLY HOUSE — Use code SH5 for 5% off! Let's discuss movie magic! In this episode, our electrician reviews a memorable scene from Home Alone 2 and explains why the movie moment is pure nonsense. We break down the science, using ohms law, and explains what would actually happen. We’re breaking it ALL down: Home Alone 2 – Arc welding burglar traps Taken – Liam Neeson, mains voltage, and terrifying interrogation What Lies Beneath – Death by beauty tool? Jurassic Park – The electric fence shock scene You’ll learn: What’s actually possible and what’s pure Hollywood fiction The shocking truth about electric currents, voltage, and how death really happens How circuit breakers, GFCIs, and electric fences really work Why high voltage doesn’t always mean high danger — and what actually does This is a fun, nerdy, fiery episode for the Sparky community that loves facts, physics, and movies that get it hilariously wrong. ⸻ ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome to Sparky Life 00:28 – Movie Myths: Arc Welding in Home Alone 2 02:50 – What Is a Dead Short? 05:00 – Taken: The Mains Voltage Torture Scene 08:35 – Current vs Voltage: What Really Kills You 10:00 – What Lies Beneath: Hairdryer in the Tub 12:44 – GFCIs, Water Conductivity & Bathtub Myths 14:40 – Jurassic Park: The Electric Fence Myth 17:45 – Circuit Breakers vs Hollywood “Priming” 20:01 – What Electric Fences Actually Do 22:05 – Final Thoughts: Truth vs Movie Magic 👇 Follow for more blue collar badassery! SPARKY LIFE Podcast on SPOTIFY SPARKY LIFE Podcast on APPLE 📲 Stay Connected: Instagram: @sparkylifeoflia TikTok: @sparkylifeoflia 🛠 Huge thanks to our sponsor: SupplyHouse Get the best tools & supplies → supplyhouse.com/t-m Use code SH5 for 5% off! Support the show

    19 min

  5. JUN 12

    The Safety Mistake That Changed Everything for Electricians

    Every skilled professional needs the right tools to succeed → Get the right tool for YOU at SUPPLY HOUSE — Use code SH5 for 5% off! 🎧 In this episode: Welcome back to Sparky Life, where we dive into the systems that protect lives — until they fail. Today’s episode is a wake-up call about fire alarms, real-world disasters, and the life-saving tech driving modern fire protection. What happens when fire alarms don’t work? People die. From London’s Grenfell Tower fire to Rhode Island’s Station Nightclub tragedy, Lia breaks down the harrowing events, the technology behind them, and the fire safety codes born from catastrophe. What actually caused the Grenfell Tower blaze to explode up 24 storiesThe outdated fire alarm failures that cost 72 livesWhy “Stay Put” policies can turn deadlyHow a nightclub pyrotechnics show turned into a Final Destination-style nightmareThe fire codes and building safety laws that emerged from these eventsHow AI, smart sensors, and VESDA tech are reshaping the future of fire alarmsWhy Lia swears by Siemens and other top-tier systems in the fieldHow nuisance alarms lead to complacency — and why accuracy mattersThis one is technical, personal, and full of moments that will make you rethink every fire alarm you’ve ever ignored. If you care about life safety, building tech, or just a wild true story — you need to hear this. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome to Sparky Life 02:40 – Intro to Fire Alarm Disasters 04:38 – Grenfell Tower Fire Breakdown 07:58 – Fire Alarm Failures and Policy Gaps 09:28 – Smoke Inhalation: The Real Killer 13:30 – Lia’s Personal Fire Story 16:20 – The Aftermath: UK Building Safety Act 18:35 – The Station Nightclub Fire: What Went Wrong 22:40 – Fire Code Updates Post-Tragedy 24:18 – AI & Smart Detection Tech Explained 28:52 – How Fire Systems Now Work with First Responders 29:48 – Why AI Isn’t a Threat — It’s a Tool 30:36 – Final Thoughts: Prevention Over Regret 👇 WATCH the episodes on YOUTUBE! SPARKY LIFE on YOUTUBE 📲 Stay Connected: Instagram: @sparkylifeoflia TikTok: @sparkylifeoflia 🛠 Huge thanks to our sponsor: SupplyHouse Get the best tools & supplies → supplyhouse.com/t-m Use code SH5 for 5% off! Support the show

    22 min

  6. MAY 29

    The $100K Trade That Built NYC (And Nobody Talks About It)

    Every skilled professional needs the right tools to succeed → Get the right tool for YOU at SUPPLY HOUSE — Use code SH5 for 5% off! In this episode: Welcome back to Sparky Life, where we spotlight the fearless innovators who shaped the trades — and the world. What if we told you one deaf engineer made skyscrapers possible? Today, we’re diving into the wild, dramatic story of Elisha Otis — the man who invented the safety elevator and literally changed the shape of cities forever. The chaotic, dangerous world of elevators before OtisWhy skyscrapers were impossible until one invention changed everythingOtis’s crazy live demo that went viral before the internet existedWhat it takes to turn an idea into a life-saving, world-changing productWhy elevator mechanics deserve more respect (hint: it’s not all button-pushing)How one man’s guts and grit gave rise to New York’s skyline This episode has it all — invention, danger, history, and a healthy dose of Sparky sass. If you’ve ever been in an elevator (spoiler: you have), you owe this man a thank-you. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:03:16 – Welcome to Sparky Life 00:03:39 – Meet Elijah Otis: Elevator Game-Changer 00:04:43 – Elevators Before Otis: Actual Death Traps 00:05:51 – The Invention That Changed Everything 00:07:03 – Otis’s Safety Brake Explained 00:09:02 – The 1854 Elevator Stunt That Shook NYC 00:11:29 – How Otis Elevators Took Over the World 00:12:55 – Legacy of a Inventor Who Stared Down Gravity 00:14:09 – The Trades That Keep the World Moving 👇 Follow for more blue collar badassery every Thursday! SPARKY LIFE Podcast on SPOTIFY SPARKY LIFE Podcast on APPLE 👇 WATCH the episodes on YOUTUBE! 🛠 Huge thanks to our sponsor: SupplyHouse Get the best tools & supplies → supplyhouse.com/t-m Use code SH5 for 5% off! Support the show

    11 min

  7. MAY 22

    From Broke to $100K: How This RV Tech Escaped the Paycheck Trap

    🚐💥 Discover the Skilled Trade That Pays $100K+ — No College Degree Needed! In this episode of Sparky Life, Lia Lamela (Queen of Construction 👷‍♀⚡) interviews Curtis Hemmeler, a leading voice in the RV service world, to reveal why becoming an RV Technician might be the most underrated career path in the skilled trades. Whether you're a student, career changer, or just trade-curious, this episode unpacks: ✅ What an RV Technician really does ✅ How to get trained (even with zero experience) ✅ Why this trade offers mobility, freedom, and six-figure earning potential ✅ Scholarships and opportunities for women and second-chance trainees ✅ Why RV techs are in HUGE demand right now 🎓 No degree? No problem. 💪 Hands-on work, people-first impact, and job security await. Want to break free from the desk and build a career that travels with you? 👉 Hit play. This might be your sign. 🔗 Subscribe to Sparky Life for more stories from the trades! https://www.youtube.com/@sparkylifeoflia 🎙 Listen to the podcast on the go: [insert podcast link] 📸 Follow us for daily trade tales: Instagram – @sparkylifeoflia TikTok – @sparkylifeoflia #RVTechnician #SkilledTrades #CareerChange #WomenInTrades #SparkyLifePodcast #TradesJobs #BlueCollarBoom #RVLife #RVTechCareer 💬 Pinned Comment (First Comment to Spark Engagement) 🚨 RV Techs are in MASSIVE demand! What part of this career surprised you the most — 💰 Six-figure potential? 🛠 No experience required? 🚐 The freedom to travel? 👇 Drop your thoughts or questions for Curtis below! 🎧 And don’t forget to subscribe for more real stories from the trades. Support the show

    49 min

  8. MAY 15

    Why Smart People Take America's Most Dangerous Job

    Every skilled professional needs the right tools to succeed → Get the right tool for YOU at SUPPLY HOUSE — Use code SH5 for 5% off! In this episode: Welcome back to Sparky Life, where we shine a spotlight on the grittiest, gutsiest careers in the skilled trades — and sometimes even the deadliest. Everyone says skilled trades are dangerous… but which one tops the list?You won’t believe it — because it’s not what you think. In this wild and witty episode, Lia reveals the most dangerous skilled trade in America — and no, it’s not electricians, roofers, or deep-sea fishing crews. It’s… loggers. Yep, the folks who take down trees and keep your homes, floors, and toilet paper stocked. The real risks behind America’s deadliest blue collar job 😳 Chainsaws, bears, and zero cell service — what logging really looks likeHow high-tech machines (yes, like Transformers) are changing the gameWhat logging pays, and whether it’s worth the dangerWhy loggers are essential and why we literally can’t live without themWho thrives in this career — and who should stay far away It’s part thrill ride, part PSA, and all blue collar badassery. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or just love learning about skilled trades that keep the world running — you don’t want to miss this one. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 – Welcome to Sparky Life 00:00:28 – What’s the Most Dangerous Skilled Trade? 00:00:53 – It’s Logging! (Wait… what?) 00:01:22 – What Loggers Actually Do 00:02:09 – Logging Goes High Tech 00:03:01 – Just How Dangerous Is Logging? 00:04:10 – Fatality Rates & Real Stats 00:05:18 – Who Would Choose This Job? 00:06:16 – Pay, Perks, and the Power of Grit 00:06:44 – Pros and Cons of Logging 👇 WATCH the episodes on YOUTUBE! SPARKY LIFE on YOUTUBE 📲 Stay Connected: Instagram: @sparkylifeoflia TikTok: @sparkylifeoflia 🛠 Huge thanks to our sponsor: SupplyHouse Get the best tools & supplies → supplyhouse.com/t-m Use code SH5 for 5% off! Support the show

    11 min
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On Your Construction Network, welcome to The Sparky Life with Lia Lamela - Your Escape Route from Dead-End Jobs!Tired of living paycheck to paycheck? Hate your current career? Discover how skilled trades can transform your life - delivered with humor, real talk, and zero BS.  If you already in the skilled trades transform your career with real stories, expert insights, and proven strategies from industry professionals who've built successful careers in the construction industry.What You'll Get:Career change strategies for people stuck in unfulfilling jobsHow to go from broke to building wealth in the skilled tradesSafety tips that could save your life and career (with a laugh)Real stories from people who escaped corporate hell for trades heavenBusiness growth advice for contractors and entrepreneursIndustry insights delivered with humor Perfect for anyone ready to ditch the cubicle, stop living paycheck to paycheck, and build a career that actually pays the bills - and then some. From office drone to skilled trades success - we'll show you the way (with a lot of laughs).New episodes bi-weekly featuring the stories, and strategies that matter most to your success. Subscribe now and join thousands building their Sparky Life!

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  • Creator
    Lia Lamela
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    134
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Sparky Life
  • Show Website
    Sparky Life

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