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Returning guest Chris is back on the show, he is a National Sales Manager at SPP pumps based out of Georgia. Brian starts off the show by doing a giveaway. He asksthe youtube chat questions whoever answers right first wins, the first item on the line is “1-2” high speed dies for the Ridgid 300 machine, then a tric tray/tool tray for the ridgid machine. Chris answers fire pump questionsthroughout.

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Both Bobby and Brian are going live remotely,Carlos Nuñez better known on his social media as the FireSprinklerGuy is back on the show , Based in Miami, the Firesprinklerguy is a dedicated fire sprinkler contractor committed to protecting lives and property through top-notch fire safety solutions. The boys love Carlos' background wall paper for his video. Also how cool Carlos's logo is in our industry. Everyone recognizes it and loves it. Carlos’s appearance is cut short as he leaves for an emergency call mid show MIC seems to be the issue at the service call he’sgoing to. The boys do a giveaway for a Marksman Gridstick, this tool is bad assget yourself one.

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Meet Ray Castillo, UA Local 669 sprinkler fitter out of Denver, Colorado. Local 669 is over 15,000 members strong throughout the United States. Their members areon the front lines for providing lifesaving, property saving Fire Sprinkler and Suppression Systems. He is an instructor and he loves it and takes pride in teaching the next gen of sprinkler dudes, he teaches out of the Local 208pipefitters hall. Local 669 is road local. Brian tells a wrestling story. Ray speaks on his time in the Union and how work is going for him. Like cutting a live sprinkler line. And teaching on zoom during COVID. Follow Ray on Instagram@ravinrayallday710

https://www.sprinklerfitters669.org/index.asp

First time guest Brittany Reschke joins the Dope and Tape Show, she is from Syracuse, New York.She is a Fire Service Sales Manager (Syracuse, Buffalo, Albany,Rochester and Vermont) for Johnson Controls. She leads a sales team that spans four districts: Syracuse/Endicott, Rochester, Buffalo, Albany & Vermont, totaling over 25 million in RIF. She is Currently managing a team of 11 salesrepresentatives with mixed tenure in sales and experience. She succeeds in team building, coaching and assisting her reps with identifying their strengths/skills and building confidence. Brittany talks about her life comingup in the trade, hobbies, past experiences, and wanting to be a paralegal. She dropped that and got into the fire protection industry.

Darryl from Calgary, Alberta, Canada ey joins the show, he has been doing sprinklers since 2007 he is currently a journeyman sprinkler fitter since 2013 he has experience in multiple different fields from commercial, service ,residential ,industrial. He comes on to have a sale off with Brian, Bobby calls it the battle of two twin sisters, they show us sales techniques and at the end Bobby chooses who he will do business with. The chat seems to love the way Darryl says “about’ in his Canadian accent. Follow Darryl on Instagram @darryl_rich.

Brian’s former apprentice & brother in law Alex is back on this installment of theDope and Tape Show. P Rictus, a youtube chatter, stirs the pot early on theshow saying hot chicks in the intro would make the show better as Bobby’sstache deters viewers. They speak on Alex’s advancements in the trade and allthings life and fire protection. Bobby announces that he Brian, and Matt Basswill be on Stage at NFPA speaking to the public. Follow Alex on Instagram@alex_18_higgins.

This episode revolves around all things fire pumps. The boys open up a Q&A withthe live chat on any fire pump related questions, we have three smart and wellrounded guys tagging along. Bobby and Brian are joined by returning guest WillsLacrosse, Wills has serviced, maintained, or performed troubleshooting on 6000+Fire Pumps within the state of Georgia. Traveling all around the world with hisexpertise on Fire Pump. Ian is a fitter from long fire protection, with tons ofknowledge in pumps. Kevin is the owner of American Fire Pump, they have 14years of experience in the fire protection industry and continue to grow andlearn as modern codes continually change and technology advances. They utilizetechnology to improve job quality and customer service. They offer a widevariety of services that include fire pump service (packing, bearings, shaftsleeves, impellers, etc.), laser alignment (with electronic reports), verticalturbine service, pump and motor coupling replacements, controller diagnostics,diesel engine service, flow testing, commissioning/startup, pump and controllerreplacement, and more. They have many certifications from OEM manufactures andcontinue to learn as fire pumps and controllers continue to advance in thefuture.

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The Dope and Tape show welcomes Brian’s good friend Joel Ruiz. Joel is the Owner & Project Manager of Ruiz Renovations. He is the hands on expert behind every home makeover. From planning to execution , he ensures every detail is handled with precision and care. At Ruiz Renovations Based in Marietta, GA,they are a husband-and-wife duo dedicated to making your dream home a reality. Together, they combine creativity, craftsmanship, and organization to deliver quality work and exceptional service. Their past projects include both new construction and repairs/restorations. From small home projects to large residential makeovers, they do it all. They offer an end-to-end client experience that includes seamless communication and planning, followed up by quality handiwork every time. Contact them today and bring their skills and expertise to your next project. Follow him on Instagram @joelruiz8 and his company @ruizrenovations.

https://www.ruizreno.com/

After a scheduled guest cancels, the boys scramble to find a guest, Bobby sends out a bird call, luckily Fan favorite Tommy answers. The boys catch up on life, and on what they are currently doing in the fire sprinkler world. Also how cool the blue collar broadcast was an episode before this.

Our first episode of BLUECOLLAR BROADCASTING!!!

This is a series we will keep separate whenever we are together or at a "round table" so to speak it will always be considered BLUECOLLARBROADCASTING live from where ever we may be!!!

Bobby, Brian, and Chad try something new on this episode of the Dope and Tape Show. They go live from a General Air manufacturing plant in Philly. They are joined by President of General Air, Ray Fremont Jr. General Air Products is a family-owned business that has been in operation since 1936 . General Air Products has over 85 years of experience engineering, manufacturing, and distributing industrial compressed air, process cooling, and pumping equipmentfor a variety of industries. General Air Products' manufacturing facility is located at 118 Summit Drive. Their sales office and training room is at 115 Summit Drive. For fire protection, you can contact themat (800) 345-8207.