Behind The Hood: The Welding Journey

By Kentucky Welding Institute

Behind The Hood is a podcast that will help welders gain the confidence needed to forge a successful career. This podcast will feature interviews with welding experts, tips and advice in the welding i... more

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How many episodes does Behind The Hood: The Welding Journey have?

The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.

Behind The Hood: The Welding Journey episodes:

March 11, 2025 79 - This Welder Made $100K+ Right After School!
We talk to Braden, a welder who made over $100K right after welding school. Learn about his journey and success in the welding industry!

Watch Braden and I tackle a monster coupon. We discuss everything from welding techniques, career experiences, and challenges faced on the job, to insights on how to save and invest wisely as a young welder.

Learn More: https://weld.kwi.us/podcastVisit KWI's YouTube channel and access a ton of free content about forging a successful welding career: https://kwi.us/youtubeTEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787

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1h 26min
March 11, 2025 80 - A Female Welder's Journey to Six Figures in 1 year – Behind The Hood
Shelby shares her journey from high school to six figures welding..

Watch as we tackle a monster coupon while Shelby shares her journey from high school welding to making $100K in her first year after KWI. Learn about life on night shift, stainless vs. carbon welding preferences, and valuable industry insights for new welders.

Learn More: https://weld.kwi.us/podcast

Visit KWI's YouTube channel and access a ton of free content about forging a successful welding career: https://kwi.us/youtube

TEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787

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1h 14min
June 22, 2023 78 - How to Build Your IDEAL Welding Career!
We are joined by Scott and Tyler from the United Association of Pipefitters. They discuss the various opportunities available for welders and how they can take control of their careers. The United Association represents plumbers, pipefitters, and welders, and offers them the flexibility to work across different states. They also talk about the massive demand for skilled workers in various industries and the benefits of joining their organization.

77 Learn More: https://weld.kwi.us/podcast

Visit KWI's YouTube channel and access a ton of free content about forging a successful welding career: https://kwi.us/youtube

TEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787

FREE Welding Checklists to Kickstart Your Career: https://weld.kwi.us/checklists

STAY CONNECTED:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentuckyweldinginstitute

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kentuckyweldinginstitute

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KentuckyWeldingInstitute

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10min
June 22, 2023 77 - What you SHOULDN'T Do As New Welder!
Ashley discusses the common mistakes that young welders make when they are starting their careers and trying to network in the industry. He emphasizes the importance of not misrepresenting oneself or one's skills, not being arrogant, continuously learning, and being punctual.

77 Learn More: https://weld.kwi.us/podcast

Visit KWI's YouTube channel and access a ton of free content about forging a successful welding career: https://kwi.us/youtube

TEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787

FREE Welding Checklists to Kickstart Your Career: https://weld.kwi.us/checklists

STAY CONNECTED:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentuckyweldinginstitute

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kentuckyweldinginstitute

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KentuckyWeldingInstitute

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4min
June 19, 2023 76 - How This Welder Built His Successful Welding Career
Ashley sits down with KWI Graduate and instructor Austin Arnett to talk about his journey in the welding Industry.

TAKE OUR VIRTUAL TOUR: https://kwi.us/virtual-tour TEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787 To learn more about our programs, visit: kwi.us/programs STAY CONNECTED: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentuckywel... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kentuckyweldi... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KentuckyWeld... Twitter: https://twitter.com/KYWeldInstitute

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15min
June 15, 2023 75 - How Welders Get Jobs After Weld School
Ashley sits down with KWI Graduate and now instructor to talk about opportunities he has had since being at KWI

TAKE OUR VIRTUAL TOUR: https://kwi.us/virtual-tour TEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787 To learn more about our programs, visit: kwi.us/programs STAY CONNECTED: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentuckywel... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kentuckyweldi... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KentuckyWeld... Twitter: https://twitter.com/KYWeldInstitute

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15min
June 01, 2023 74 - Golden Opportunity For Welders!
Ashley sits down with Monty and Jeffery who work for the Boilermakers Organization to talk about all the opportunities they offer young welders coming out of Weld School.

TAKE OUR VIRTUAL TOUR: https://kwi.us/virtual-tour
TEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787
To learn more about our programs, visit: kwi.us/programs
STAY CONNECTED:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentuckywel...
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kentuckyweldi...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KentuckyWeld...
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KYWeldInstitute
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11min
May 22, 2023 73 - Why Certifications Will LEVEL UP Your Welding Career
Qualifications and Certifications mean different things in the welding world and who you get them from matters even more. Today KWI's Lead Instructor Ashley Applegate shares the differences and benefits of Qualifications and Certifications
Learn More: https://weld.kwi.us/podcast

Visit KWI's YouTube channel and access a ton of free content about forging a successful welding career: https://kwi.us/youtube

TEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787

FREE Welding Checklists to Kickstart Your Career: https://weld.kwi.us/checklists

STAY CONNECTED:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentuckyweldinginstitute

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kentuckyweldinginstitute
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KentuckyWeldingInstitute

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5min
May 18, 2023 72 - What It's Like Switching Careers After 25+ Years | Father Son Welding Duo
Ashley sits down with KWI Graduate Grayson Dales to talk about the unique experience he's had working with his dad.

Learn More: https://weld.kwi.us/podcast

Visit KWI's YouTube channel and access a ton of free content about forging a successful welding career: https://kwi.us/youtube

TEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787

FREE Welding Checklists to Kickstart Your Career: https://weld.kwi.us/checklists

STAY CONNECTED:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentuckyweldinginstitute

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kentuckyweldinginstitute
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KentuckyWeldingInstitute

...more
8min
May 15, 2023 71 - The One KEY That Will Take Your Welding Skills To The Next Level.

KWI's Lead Instructor Ashley Applegate shares what high school students with welding experience can do to be even more prepared for welding school as well as advice for future students who may have little to no experience and how they can set themselves up for success when training to become a welder.

Learn More: https://weld.kwi.us/podcast

Visit KWI's YouTube channel and access a ton of free content about forging a successful welding career: https://kwi.us/youtube

TEXT OR CALL US: (606) 291-2787

FREE Welding Checklists to Kickstart Your Career: https://weld.kwi.us/checklists

STAY CONNECTED:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentuckyweldinginstitute

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kentuckyweldinginstitute
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KentuckyWeldingInstitute

...more
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FAQs about Behind The Hood: The Welding Journey:

How many episodes does Behind The Hood: The Welding Journey have?

The podcast currently has 81 episodes available.