Crooked Stripes Podcast

By Brandon Brubacher, Martin Hodder

Two Small-Town Canadians, Brandon and Martin, take you on a journey through the world of lawn care and landscaping, sharing their unique perspectives and valuable insights.

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How many episodes does Crooked Stripes Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 85 episodes available.

Crooked Stripes Podcast episodes:

June 26, 202424: Breakdowns and Business: Tuesday's With The Boys - Featuring Martin & Brandon
In this part of the conversation, Brandon discusses the tree program in Woolwich township and the benefits of planting trees to fight carbon emissions. They also talk about the issues with power lines and trees, as well as the challenges of maintaining street trees. The conversation then shifts to the challenges Brandon has been facing with his trucks breaking down and the expensive costs of repairs and replacements. They also discuss the benefits of having an MT-100 machine for landscaping work. In this part of the conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss dealing with difficult customers and share funny stories from their landscaping experiences. They talk about customers who constantly interrupt the work process, the challenges of working with picky clients, and the frustrations of dealing with misplaced objects in lawns. They also discuss the importance of safety on job sites and the pet peeves they have regarding landscape lighting and cheap plastic lawn decorations. The conversation ends with a discussion about a truck giveaway and a sponsorship by Senex
Takeaways
Planting trees is an effective way to fight carbon emissions and improve the environment.

Safety should always be a priority on job sites, and customers should be informed about potential hazards

Truck breakdowns can be costly and disruptive to business operations.

Planning trips and events with friends can create memorable experiences and strengthen relationships.
Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes
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⁠https://www.instagram.com/stripelifecanada/⁠
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1h 19min
June 18, 202423: Slug vs Safety Squints - Featuring Martin & Brandon
In this conversation, Martin and Brandon discuss their experiences working in hot weather, dealing with allergies, and their recent landscaping projects. They also talk about their use of battery-powered tools and the advantages they offer.
The conversation ends with a funny anecdote about Rob, a former colleague of Brandon's, cleaning off a car's back window that was covered in snow. In this part of the conversation, Martin and Brandon discuss the viral video that Brandon posted and the unexpected success it had. They talk about companies wanting to buy the rights to the video and the income they received from it.
They also discuss their experiences with wearing glasses while working and the challenges they faced. They briefly mention their attempts to have guests on the podcast and the issues they encountered with their trucks.
In this final part of the conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss their preferences for vehicles, including vans and box trucks, and unconventional choices for landscaping vehicles. They also talk about their plans for an upcoming trip and their sleep schedules.
Takeaways:
Working in hot weather can be challenging, but staying hydrated is important.

Allergies can be a nuisance, especially for those working in landscaping.

Unconventional choices for landscaping vehicles can help your business stand out

Maintain a consistent sleep schedule for optimal productivity

Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes
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Follow our personal business Instagram pages:
⁠https://www.instagram.com/stripelifecanada/⁠
⁠https://www.instagram.com/hodderlandscaping/⁠
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1h 4min
June 11, 202422: From Gardens to Grub - Featuring Martin & Brandon
In this conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss their experiences with lawn mowing and landscaping. They talk about the performance of their equipment, including the Ferris mower and the Kubota dump cart. They also discuss their current projects, such as digging a backyard and installing a patio. They touch on the topic of battery-powered tools and their advantages over gas-powered ones. They also mention the success of their employee, Sam, who has started his own Instagram page called 'The Garden Boy.'
The conversation revolves around the topics of gardening, social media, and business growth. The hosts discuss the success of a gardening video on social media and the potential for it to go viral. They also talk about collaborating with others and the advantages it brings.
The conversation then shifts to the recognition of one of the hosts' voices from a podcast on Spotify. They discuss the unpredictable weather and the busy season for their landscaping businesses. They also mention the need to book an Airbnb for an upcoming event and the overwhelming number of job requests they receive. In this part of the conversation,
Martin and Brandon discuss their lunch preferences as landscapers.
This weeks Landscaper Lunch is the this or that section of the pod. Overall, the conversation provides insight into the unique preferences and habits of landscapers during their workday.
Takeaways
Teamwork and scheduling are important for successful projects Having the right tools and equipment is essential for landscaping and construction projects.

Teamwork and scheduling are important for successful projects Having the right tools and equipment is essential for landscaping and construction projects.

Collaborating with someone who has complementary skills can make work more efficient
Like and subscribe the podcast for more, and THANK YOU for listening! Cheers.
Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes
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1h 37min
June 04, 202421: Dump Dilemmas and Demo Days - Featuring Martin and Brandon
The conversation covers a range of topics including camera equipment, Kubota dealer demo days, equipment demos, excavator rodeo, mulchers, GPS systems, and winter plans. The hosts also discuss listener engagement and the growth of their podcast. The conversation covers topics related to equipment rental, landscaping, gardening, and the challenges of space management.
Takeaways:
The importance of having a large warehouse or land for dumping and sorting materials in landscaping operations. Challenges of waste disposal in construction and landscaping

Benefits of attending dealer demo days and making connections in the industry

Innovative equipment and its impact on construction and waste management
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Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes
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https://www.instagram.com/stripelifecanada/⁠
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1h 20min
May 28, 202420: BBQ Covers in Burlington - Featuring Martin & Brandon
On our 20th episode, the boys cover a range of topics including podcast consistency, weekend events, landscape life, travel, job management, dealing with negative comments, and a unique mowing opportunity.
The hosts also discuss the challenges of mowing large areas and the type of grass that is difficult to stripe. The conversation covers topics related to lawn mowing, lawn care, and podcasting equipment. It also delves into personal preferences for music and audio devices. The hosts discuss their experiences with different types of headphones and share their music preferences. The conversation also touches on the upcoming Kentucky series and the challenges of traveling
Takeaways
Sleeping on the ground is not ideal

Job management tools and strategies are essential for managing work remotely.

The importance of listener feedback
Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes
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Follow our personal business Instagram pages:
⁠https://www.instagram.com/stripelifecanada/⁠
⁠https://www.instagram.com/hodderlandscaping/⁠
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1h
May 22, 202419: Shit Talking In The Comments - Featuring Brandon & Martin
In this part of the conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss their busy schedules and upcoming plans. They talk about their work over the long weekend and Martin's decision to work on Monday. They also mention their social plans and the challenges of being a landscaper.
They briefly touch on their social media following and giveaways. The conversation then shifts to the number of employees they have and the efficiency of using bagged mulch instead of bulk mulch. The conversation revolves around the topic of using bagged mulch in landscaping.
The hosts discuss the advantages of using bagged mulch, such as no waste, easier cleanup, and higher profit margins. They also address common misconceptions about the quality of bagged mulch and the environmental impact of using plastic bags. The hosts share their personal experiences and preferences when it comes to mulching and engage in some light-hearted banter.
The conversation then shifts to social media management and the possibility of outsourcing video editing. They end the conversation by mentioning their upcoming interview with Christine, the social media manager for Kerr and Ker

Takeaways
Both Brandon and Martin have been busy with work and have had to work over the long weekend.

They discuss their social plans and the challenges of being a landscaper.

They mention their social media following and upcoming giveaways.

Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes

https://www.instagram.com/thecrookedstripes/⁠

Follow our personal business Instagram pages:

⁠https://www.instagram.com/stripelifecanada/⁠

⁠https://www.instagram.com/hodderlandscaping/⁠

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1h 14min
May 14, 202418: Mayhem on a Monday - Featuring Brandon & Martin
In this episode, Brandon and Martin discuss their recent experiences in the landscaping business. They talk about the challenges they faced during the week, including equipment issues and difficult customers. They also share their strategies for dealing with problematic clients and the importance of finding customers who appreciate their work. Additionally, they discuss the effectiveness of different marketing methods, such as lawn signs and social media, in attracting new customers.
The conversation covers various topics, including social media engagement, employee updates, vehicle purchases, and the use of iPads for business operations. In this part of the conversation, Martin and Brandon discuss the cost of data plans for their iPads and how it benefits their business operations. They also talk about using iPads for tracking employee hours and job completion, as well as the convenience of having all the information in one place. They briefly mention their plans to meet up in person and record a podcast together. The conversation ends with a discussion about their Instagram accounts and the challenges of maintaining a consistent posting schedule. In this conversation,
Brandon and Martin discuss the differences between using bulk mulch and bagged mulch in their landscaping businesses. They compare the cost, convenience, and speed of installation for both options. They also mention the potential for creating Stripe Life and Crooked Stripes merchandise
Takeaways
Being selective with the jobs you take on and focusing on quality over quantity can lead to more success and satisfaction in your business.

Social media engagement can lead to increased interaction and visibility for businesses

Keeping employees updated and recognizing their achievements can boost morale

Bagged mulch is more convenient and faster to install, with no mess or waste.

Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes
https://www.instagram.com/thecrookedstripes/⁠
Follow our personal business Instagram pages:
⁠https://www.instagram.com/stripelifecanada/⁠
⁠https://www.instagram.com/hodderlandscaping/⁠

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1h 18min
May 07, 202417: Narducci of the North - Featuring Stefano Narducci w Northern Snow
In this conversation, The Boys interview Stefano Narducci, a successful entrepreneur in the landscaping and snow removal industry from Sault Saint Marie Canada.
Stef shares his journey of starting his business at a young age and the challenges he faced along the way. They discuss the importance of leveraging social media for business growth and the evolution of Stef's company from landscaping to snow removal and roofing. They also touch on the effectiveness of different advertising platforms like Kijiji and Marketplace. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the performance of inverted blowers in heavy snowfall and Stef's experience with Kubota as a brand partner.
The conversation covers the upcoming release of the Kubota 7070 tractor, which is designed specifically for snow removal. The hosts discuss the benefits of Kubota tractors compared to other brands, such as John Deere. They also talk about the growth of Stefano's snow removal business and his plans to expand into lawn care. The conversation touches on the challenges of running a seasonal business and the importance of keeping employees engaged year-round. Brandon discusses the importance of utilizing customer lists and generating revenue year-round. He emphasizes the need to focus on improving operations and training procedures during the off-season. Stefano shares his experience with online sign-ups and the challenges of pricing accurately.
They also discuss the power of social media, particularly YouTube and Instagram, in growing their businesses and building a community. They highlight the importance of high-quality content and the value of long-form videos in engaging and retaining an audience. The conversation covers topics such as social media content strategy, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the preference between John Deere and Kubota equipment. In this final part of the conversation, Brandon and Stefano discuss the benefits of using ramp racks versus trailers for their landscaping businesses. They both agree that ramp racks are a game-changer, allowing for increased efficiency and productivity.
They also touch on the importance of focusing on one aspect of the business and becoming the best at it. Stefano shares his plans to grow the snow business and invites listeners to join the United Snow Pros community. The conversation ends with a friendly exchange and plans to meet in person.
Takeaways
Starting a business at a young age requires determination and resourcefulness.

The performance of blowers in heavy snowfall depends on timely and consistent snow removal.

Online sign-ups can streamline the process but pricing accuracy can be a challenge

High-quality content and long-form videos are effective in engaging and retaining an audience

Consistency and strategy are key in social media content creation

Authenticity and staying true to your brand are important in building a following

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a passionate fan base but struggle in the playoffs - Another tough loss in typical Maple Leaf's fashion, game 7 overtime against the Bruins.. we will touch on this next week
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Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes
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1h 45min
May 01, 202416: Trouble on a Tuesday - Late Night Catch Up w Martin & Brandon
The conversation starts with a discussion about technical difficulties and Martin's recent vacation. They talk about the cold weather and the challenges it brings. The main theme of the conversation is the work that the host's team has been doing. We answer the questions sent in through Instagram and catch up.
Takeaways:
Teamwork and scheduling are important for successful projects Having the right tools and equipment is essential for landscaping and construction projects.

Compact machines are useful for small jobs and can save time and effort.

Having additional help can be beneficial in tackling big projects.

Don't be afraid to start small and work your way up.

Collaborating with someone who has complementary skills can make work more efficient

Appreciation for hearing stories from young entrepreneurs
Like and subscribe the podcast for more, and THANK YOU for listening! Cheers.
Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes
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https://www.instagram.com/stripelifecanada/⁠
⁠https://www.instagram.com/hodderlandscaping/⁠
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1h 3min
April 23, 202415: Unleash The Beast- Featuring Rebekah Wert w Beck The Beast Lawn Care
Brandon and Martin interview Rebecca Wert from Beck the Beast Lawn Care. Rebekah shares her journey of getting started in the industry, working for her brother's lawn care company, and eventually starting her own business. She talks about the challenges of running a business and the importance of finding a balance between doing the work and managing the business side of things. Rebecca also discusses her truck and trailer setup, including her 2016 F250 and a 20-foot enclosed trailer.
She discusses her preferred lawn care equipment, including blowers and trimmers. She mentions her preference for the Echo 9010 blower over the Stihl 800 blower due to its superior power. Beck also talks about the trimmer line she uses and her experience with TikTok and Instagram as marketing tools. She shares her journey with social media and how it has helped her lawn care business
Takeaways
Starting a lawn care business can be a learning curve, but with time and experience, it can be a rewarding venture

Building relationships with residential clients can be fulfilling and provide a sense of fulfillment.

Having clear messaging on her trailer has helped generate interest in her services.

Start small and gradually grow your business, learning along the way
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Follow the Beck's Instagram page: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beck_thebeast/?hl=en⁠
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1h 5min

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