Dirt Talk Podcast

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May 19, 2022Aaron's Euro Trip -- DT120
This week on Dirt Talk, host Aaron Wit regales co-host Alex Horton with the details of his recent trip to Europe. Aaron loves a play-by-play, and the short version is laid out below.

Among other things:
Aaron and Angel pregame their trip to Europe
They met up with a few guys from Stutsman Gerbaz Inc. out of Colorado who were ALSO traveling abroad
In Zurich, they took a trip to see a bridge demo, where they found they weren't the only onlookers
The gang went to a few Aregger demo sites where they saw some thicc track hoes munch concrete
Saw the Liebherr A-Rex, one of the largest machines on the continent
PAUSE as Aaron reflects on the efficiency of Swiss demolition, especially the application of OilQuick
They saw Eberhard's main facility and were shocked and awed by the scale, and Eberhard's incredible museum
Went to see the good folks of Liebherr, where they dug up the French countryside and toured the facilities
Finally, Aaron and Angel ended up in Munich for a celebratory beer

Thanks for keeping up with the BuildWitt adventures, both home and abroad.
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59 min
May 16, 2022 The Secret Formula? -- DT119.5
Aaron and Alex discuss the flaws in the argument that the Dirt World will rebound fine from another recession and then Aaron answers questions about excavation and the “formula” new business owners can use to build their books of business.
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38 min
May 12, 2022 Collaborating with Competitors with Nick Schiffer -- DT119
Nick Schiffer (of NS Builders fame) is back on the podcast, but this time in person! Nick and Dirt Talk host Aaron Witt chat about the complications of separating a personal brand from a business’s brand, the importance of "rising tides raise all ships" in construction, and the positive aspects of working with "competitors" to build a better market for contractors and customers. Nick also discusses how new business owners can borrow/steal lessons that the folks who came before them.
Nick is co-host of The Modern Craftsman Podcast.
You can also learn more about Nick at nickschiffer.com.
Aaron and Nick also reference The Book of Joy by the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu, with Douglas Abrams.
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1 hr 21 min
May 09, 2022 BuildWitt Meets Midnight Force -- DT118.5
This week on Dirt Talk, Aaron and Alex talk about Aarons’s Boston marathon run and how sometimes, you need a break from running, and other times, you just need to do the thing. They later discuss Aarons’s trip to Europe and the tremendous earthmoving power of the Midnight Force at Zurich airport. They then answer a few questions about when it makes sense for a small company to merge with a larger company and what it takes to effectively sell to Dirt World companies.
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48 min
May 05, 2022 Embracing the Dark Side with Paul Jones -- DT118
Host Aaron Witt has been very clear about his opinions on General Contractors over the years, and yet one was brave enough to be on the podcast. (To be fair, Aaron has softened and added some nuance to those hot takes). Enter Paul Jones, President of Solomon Builders in Nashville, TN. Aaron has sung these guys' praises multiple times internally to the team, and so it made sense to have Paul on to set the record straight on GCs.
This week on Dirt Talk, Aaron and Paul discuss Pauls’s beginnings as a GC and how defining company values is essential to running a business, especially in the face of hardship. They later discuss the operations of subcontractors vs general contractors, and how not taking yourself too seriously can be beneficial.
Don't forget you can watch or listen to Dirt Talk on the BuildWitt app! You can learn more about it at buildwitt.com/buildwitt-app.
To connect with other people who listen to this show, use and search for the hashtag #betterdirtworld and join in on the conversation.
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1 hr 3 min
May 02, 2022 Heavy Machinery, and the Trolls With Opinions About It -- DT117.5
This week, Alex was out on vacation, so Aaron is joined by Eric jumper. The co-Vice Presidents of BuildWitt Excavating and Grading talk about Eric training the services team on how to be earthmoving pros, and exposing new folks to the Dirt World. Eric talks shop about cleaning equipment, hydraulic ladders, and the pitfalls of heavy machinery, plus the internet trolls who have some interesting options on it.
They also answer questions about what jobs they would want if they both went back to working full-time in the Dirt World and the difficulties of engineers building strong relationships with folks in the field.
Don't forget you can watch or listen to Dirt Talk on the BuildWitt app! You can learn more about it at buildwitt.com/buildwitt-app.
To connect with other people who listen to this show, use and search for the hashtag #betterdirtworld and join in on the conversation.
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46 min
April 28, 2022 Dirt World Olympics with Gabe Krebs and Tom Wozniak -- DT117
Gabe Krebs is the competitor. Tom Wozniak is the coach. And no, we're not talking traditional sports here. Gabe is a diesel mechanic (among other things) by day, and a competitive mechanic by night. Tom has been training folks in a variety of disciplines with WorldSkills USA for years. And together, they've been prepping for Gabe to compete in international competition in China this fall.
This week on Dirt Talk, host Aaron Witt chats with Gabe and Tom to discuss the path that led Gabe to his spot on the American team for the WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai in October. They discuss the trade school path and what our schools and individuals can do to build successful careers in any trade industry. Some really great education and training perspectives are shared throughout.
Follow Gabe's story, he's @_gabe_krebs on IG.
You can also learn more about WorldSkills at worldskillsusa.org.
Don't forget you can watch or listen to Dirt Talk on the BuildWitt app! You can learn more about it at buildwitt.com/buildwitt-app.
To connect with other people who listen to this show, use and search for the hashtag #betterdirtworld and join in on the conversation.
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1 hr 6 min
April 25, 2022 Style, Swag, and Suave Haircuts -- DT116.5
In this episode of Dirt Talk, Aaron and Alex talk about wardrobe, the BuildWitt Store, and the importance of a good haircut. They dig into the lengths we go to protect nature, especially the beloved desert tortoise. Aaron expresses his anticipation around the Boston Marathon and an upcoming trip to Europe. They finish off the episode answering questions from listeners about workplace incidents and how you can maintain family life in the heavy civil construction industry.

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39 min
April 21, 2022 Building Slow and Steady with Matt Bachtel -- DT116
Owner of Bachtel Excavating in Northeast Ohio, Matt Bachtel talks with Aaron about starting out in the industry by working alongside his father. They reminisce about working for dealerships, excavating, and job-hopping during summers when you’re still young. Matt and Aaron also discuss starting and running your own business, focusing the conversation on leadership and the vital work and empathy required of a business owner.
Don't forget that you can watch or listen to Dirt Talk on the BuildWitt app! Learn more at buildwitt.com/buildwitt-app.
If you have questions/comments/concerns, reach out to [email protected].
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1 hr 2 min
April 18, 2022 Raising a Family in the Dirt World -- DT115.5
In this week's Monday Dirt Talk episode, Aaron and Alex discuss the unthinkable: quitting coffee. From there, they savor Aaron's list of restaurants followed by a discussion of the perils of gas station eating. They touch on the benefit of getting an entry-level start in the industry and answer questions on family support and females in the workforce.
Let your voice be heard! Answer a few simple questions at buildwitt.com/feedback and help us find more awesome listeners like you. Together, let’s make the Dirt World a better place!
Don't forget that you can watch or listen to Dirt Talk on the BuildWitt app! Learn more at buildwitt.com/buildwitt-app.
If you have questions/comments/concerns, reach out to [email protected].
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41 min

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Welcome to the Dirt World's top podcast (self-proclaimed). Every week, host Aaron Witt, founder of BuildWitt, interviews construction and mining industry leaders in long form and shares updates on…