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By The Builder Sessions - Hoff and RosieLeisure
The Builder Sessions | Insights and stories from blue-collar experts. episodes
- Building a Better Truck: The Edison Motors Journey (feat. Chace Barber)
In this episode of The Builder Sessions, Chase Barber shares his journey from a log truck driver to the founder of Edison Motors, a company focused on building electric trucks. He discusses the importance of collaboration, the challenges of manufacturing, and the lessons learned from mistakes. Chase emphasizes the need for integrity in business and the value of community support through crowdfunding. The conversation also touches on the future of trucking, the role of open source in development, and the impact of global collaboration on innovation.
Any questions or comments? Leave them in the comment section of this episode!
Connect with Chase and Edison Motors!
- Web: https://edisonmotors.ca/
- IG: https://www.instagram.com/_edisonmotors/?hl=en
- YT: @EdisonMotors
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_edison.motors
- X: https://x.com/EdisonMotorsLtd/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/edison-motor-ltd
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- Bud & Rosie
1 hr 10 min - Who's this STRANGER!? - New season kickoff!
We are FINALLY back!
Introducing our new co-host - BUD!
Discover where we've been, what we're doing now, and what the plan is going forward. Let's catch up to see what's been happenin'!
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28 min - Chris Berry (The Idaho Painter) on Building a Painting Empire and Mastering Craftsmanship
Welcome Back to The Builder Sessions Podcast!
Episode Title: Chris Berry - The Idaho PainterRelease Date: January 18, 2025We’re back! Sort of. As many of you know, Hoff has stepped away from the podcast to focus on family. This episode marks a special moment as it was recorded before our break last May. The exciting news? We’ve got a new co-host onboard and have been hard at work creating fresh content for you! Stay tuned for all-new episodes coming your way soon. Until then, enjoy this engaging and inspiring interview with none other than Chris Berry, The Idaho Painter! Let us know what stood out to you from this episode in the comments below!**Sign up for our new newsletter!**
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delivered straight to your inbox! We even started a Community Project Spotlight! We won't spam you, we promise!Sign up here today!Episode HighlightsIn this episode, we sit down with Chris Berry, also known as The Idaho Painter, to dive into his journey of entrepreneurship, craftsmanship, and personal growth. Here are some key takeaways:- Turning Setbacks into Opportunities: Learn how Chris’s athletic background built his resilience and prepared him for the challenges of running a business.- The Cost of Mistakes: Discover why Chris views expensive errors as valuable lessons—akin to paying tuition at a university—and how this perspective has fueled his long-term success.- Journeyman Wisdom: Hear Chris explain the defining difference between a Journeyman and an Apprentice: a Journeyman knows how to fix everything!Connect with Chris BerryExplore more of Chris’s work and expertise:Main Website: idahopainter.comPaint Life Academy: Paint Life AcademyPaint Life Supply Co: Paint Life Supply CoYouTube: Idaho Painter on YouTubeInstagram: @idahopainterFacebook: The Idaho PainterConnect with The Builder SessionsStay up-to-date with all things The Builder Sessions:Instagram: @thebuildersessionspodFacebook: The Builder Sessions on FacebookWebsite: thebuildersessions.comYouTube Channel: The Builder Sessions on YouTubeEpisode MusicThe Future Bass by EvgenyBardyuzhaLicensed via Pixabay: Listen HereThank you for listening to The Builder Sessions Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please:- Share it with a friend.- Subscribe to our show.- Leave us a review.Your support helps us grow and keeps us inspired to bring you valuable content. Now, let this episode motivate you to get off the couch and build something amazing!
- Hoff & Rosie1 hr 28 min - How George Kirkham Resurrects Forgotten Trucks—and Why It Matters
Check out our updated Sticker Shop with both logo stickers and of course our new Next Service Due oil change stickers!
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George Kirkham - OldInternationalTrucks.com
The Builder Sessions PodcastMay 29, 2024On this episode, we have George Kirkham from OldInternationalTrucks.com and Southland International. We chat about how IHC literally runs through his veins, how OldInternationalTrucks.com, and Southland International got their starts, and how George's passion to preserve history is behind all that he does.We also had the pleasure of having Eric Tessmer (@BareKnuckleBinder) join us (he was 'in the neighbourhood' picking up a 9ft Canadian box) and Wayne Dick (@DickIndustriesInc) was able to co-host while Hoff was away. All this and SO much more on this episode of The Builder Sessions!
Connect with George!
Website: https://oldinternationaltrucks.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldinternationaltrucks/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@oldinternationaltrucks2398Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oldinternationaltrucks/Connect with us!
Merch: https://cruisecultureapparel.com/collections/the-builder-sessionsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuildersessionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBuilderSessionsWebsite: http://www.thebuildersessions.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebuildersessionsBecome a Builder Sessions Insider! http://eepurl.com/h8bca1 Episode Music
The Future Bass by EvgenyBardyuzha from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-the-future-bass-15017/Thank you for listening! If you don't mind, please share our show with a friend, subscribe, and leave a review. It really helps us out! Hopefully this episode inspired you to get off the couch and build something cool!- Hoff & Rosie1 hr 30 min - Keith Johnson Woodworking
Check out our updated Sticker Shop with both logo stickers and of course our new Next Service Due oil change stickers!
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Keith Johnson Woodworking
The Builder Sessions PodcastMay 8, 2024On this episode, we have Keith Johnson from Keith Johnson Custom Woodworking. We chat about his forced entry into full-time woodworking and content creation and the challenges that came with it. We also talked about the importance of expanding your knowledge of your craft, whether you’re a professional or a DIYer. Finally, Keith gives some insight into not comparing your beginning to someone else's middle. All this and more on this episode of The Builder Sessions!Connect with Keith!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kjsawdust/YouTube: https://linktw.in/crqyIHWebsite: https://www.keithjohnsoncww.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kjsawdustShop Sounds Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7km4aQauERtibdEVqJFlKU?si=d82c6f4b34d842d1Shop Sounds Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopsoundspodcast/
Connect with us!
Merch: https://cruisecultureapparel.com/collections/the-builder-sessionsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuildersessionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBuilderSessionsWebsite: http://www.thebuildersessions.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebuildersessionsBecome a Builder Sessions Insider! http://eepurl.com/h8bca1 JAVA!
We want to send out a big thank you to our partner Grind Coffee Co. for their support of the show. They’re a convenient subscription service offering specialty grade, single source, 100% Arabica Coffee available in whole bean and Drip grind. Check out GrindCoffeeCo.com Episode Music
The Future Bass by EvgenyBardyuzha from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-the-future-bass-15017/Thank you for listening! If you don't mind, please share our show with a friend, subscribe, and leave a review. It really helps us out! Hopefully this episode inspired you to get off the couch and build something cool!- Hoff & Rosie1 hr 22 min - *VIDEO* - John 'Danger' Stene!
*VIDEO VERSION*
John 'Danger' Stene - Stene Woodwork
The Builder Sessions PodcastApril 24, 2024On this episode we have John “Danger” Stene from Stene Woodwork! We chat about how cabinet making runs in his blood, and how his involvement in the shop at a young age shaped his journey. We also discuss the importance of selecting and understanding quality materials for both the builder and the client, and the importance of not making a judgment call based on ignorance. All this and more on this episode of The Builder Sessions!Find the links to everything John talked about here (affiliate links that support the show):The Art of Furniture Making – Ernest Joyce - https://amzn.to/4b8jBG7The Four books of Architecture - Andrea Palladio - https://amzn.to/44aSIzh Furniture and Cabinet Making – John L. Feirer - https://amzn.to/4d8SXyRPocket Steel Rule, 6" - https://amzn.to/3JyVGUGTajima Tape Measure - https://amzn.to/3w37A6bStarrett Machinist Square - https://amzn.to/49L5DckMachinist Square Set - https://amzn.to/49WqgSJ Shinwa String Line - https://amzn.to/44fqO5hConnect with John!
Instagram: https://instagram.com/stenewoodwork/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SteneWoodworkWebsite: https://www.stenewoodwork.com/Facebook: https://facebook.com/125688191375459Danger Mic Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RipTR5hYuCdNiCqK6Jyi6?si=5e78730092c7423fConnect with us!
Merch: https://cruisecultureapparel.com/collections/the-builder-sessionsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuildersessionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBuilderSessionsWebsite: http://www.thebuildersessions.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebuildersessionsBecome a Builder Sessions Insider! http://eepurl.com/h8bca1 JAVA!
We want to send out a big thank you to our partner Grind Coffee Co. for their support of the show. They’re a convenient subscription service offering specialty grade, single source, 100% Arabica Coffee available in whole bean and Drip grind. Check out GrindCoffeeCo.com Episode Music
The Future Bass by EvgenyBardyuzha from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-the-future-bass-15017/Chill Urban Hip Hop by dopestuff from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/beats-chill-urban-hip-hop-143543/
Thank you for listening! If you don't mind, please share our show with a friend, subscribe, and leave a review. It really helps us out! Hopefully this episode inspired you to get off the couch and build something cool!- Hoff & Rosie1 hr 50 min - John 'Danger' Stene!
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John 'Danger' Stene - Stene Woodwork
The Builder Sessions PodcastApril 24, 2024On this episode we have John “Danger” Stene from Stene Woodwork! We chat about how cabinet making runs in his blood, and how his involvement in the shop at a young age shaped his journey. We also discuss the importance of selecting and understanding quality materials for both the builder and the client, and the importance of not making a judgment call based on ignorance. All this and more on this episode of The Builder Sessions!Find the links to everything John talked about here (affiliate links that support the show):The Art of Furniture Making – Ernest Joyce - https://amzn.to/4b8jBG7The Four books of Architecture - Andrea Palladio - https://amzn.to/44aSIzhFurniture and Cabinet Making – John L. Feirer - https://amzn.to/4d8SXyRPocket Steel Rule, 6" - https://amzn.to/3JyVGUGTajima Tape Measure - https://amzn.to/3w37A6bStarrett Machinist Square - https://amzn.to/49L5DckMachinist Square Set - https://amzn.to/49WqgSJShinwa String Line - https://amzn.to/44fqO5hConnect with John!
Instagram: https://instagram.com/stenewoodwork/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SteneWoodworkWebsite: https://www.stenewoodwork.com/Facebook: https://facebook.com/125688191375459Danger Mic Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RipTR5hYuCdNiCqK6Jyi6?si=5e78730092c7423fConnect with us!
Merch: https://cruisecultureapparel.com/collections/the-builder-sessionsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuildersessionspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBuilderSessionsWebsite: http://www.thebuildersessions.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebuildersessionsBecome a Builder Sessions Insider! http://eepurl.com/h8bca1 JAVA!
We want to send out a big thank you to our partner Grind Coffee Co. for their support of the show. They’re a convenient subscription service offering specialty grade, single source, 100% Arabica Coffee available in whole bean and Drip grind. Check out GrindCoffeeCo.comEpisode Music
The Future Bass by EvgenyBardyuzha from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-the-future-bass-15017/Chill Urban Hip Hop by dopestuff from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/beats-chill-urban-hip-hop-143543/
Thank you for listening! If you don't mind, please share our show with a friend, subscribe, and leave a review. It really helps us out! Hopefully this episode inspired you to get off the couch and build something cool!- Hoff & Rosie1 hr 51 min - Byron Schmidt - Byron Builds
Before we get started, we'd just like to thank you so much for listening. This show would not be what it is without you. Thank you!
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Byron Schmidt - Byron Builds!
The Builder Sessions Podcast
April 10, 2024
On this episode we chat with Byron Schmidt of Byron Builds. We talk about the commercial side of carpentry and framing, importance of having a drive when learning, and how investing in yourself is crucial to your development and success as a skilled trades person. All this and more on this episode of The Builder Sessions!
Connect with Byron!
Web: https://byronbuilds.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byronbuilds
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@byronbuilds
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/byronbuildsofficial
Connect with us!
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuildersessionspod/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBuilderSessions
Website: http://www.thebuildersessions.com
Check out our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@thebuildersessions
Become a Builder Sessions Insider! http://eepurl.com/h8bca1
Episode Music
The Future Bass by EvgenyBardyuzha from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-the-future-bass-15017/
Chill Urban Hip Hop by dopestuff from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/beats-chill-urban-hip-hop-143543/
Thank you for listening! Hopefully this episode inspired you to get off the couch and build something cool!
- Hoff & Rosie
1 hr 22 min - RAE RIPPLE!
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That's it! Enter as many times as you want! 1 Review = 1 Entry. The winner will be announced April 1, 2024. Good luck!
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Before we get started, we want to send out a big thank you to our partner Grind Coffee Co. for their support of the show. They’re a convenient subscription service offering specialty grade, single source, 100% Arabica Coffee available in whole bean and Drip grind. Check out GrindCoffeeCo.com
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RAE RIPPLE!
The Builder Sessions Podcast
March 27, 2024
On this episode we have RAE RIPPLE! We talk about her passion for inspiring young people and reducing the dream gap, how failures in life are actually redirections, and how all you need is Determination and Faith in yourself to succeed. All this and more on this episode of The Builder Sessions!
Connect with Rae!
Web: https://www.raeripple.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/raeripple
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raeripple
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rae_ripple?_t=8etJn4jVBj0&_r=1
Rae's Children's Book - "When I Grow Up"
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Check out our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@thebuildersessions
Become a Builder Sessions Insider! http://eepurl.com/h8bca1
Episode Music
The Future Bass by EvgenyBardyuzha from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-the-future-bass-15017/
Chill Urban Hip Hop by dopestuff from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/beats-chill-urban-hip-hop-143543/
Thank you for listening! Hopefully this episode inspired you to get off the couch and build something cool!
- Hoff & Rosie
1 hr 33 min - David Johnson of Boom Nation: Empowering Tradespeople Through Community Building
🧢 Enter for a chance to win a Builder Sessions hat! 🧢
All you have to do is:
- Review our show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
- Screenshot your submitted review.
- DM us your screenshot on Instagram.
That's it! Enter as many times as you want! 1 Review = 1 Entry. The winner will be announced April 1, 2024. Good luck!
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Before we get started, we want to send out a big thank you to our partner Grind Coffee Co. for their support of the show. They’re a convenient subscription service offering specialty grade, single source, 100% Arabica Coffee available in whole bean and Drip grind. Check out GrindCoffeeCo.com
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David Johnson - Boom Nation
The Builder Sessions Podcast
March 15, 2024
On this episode, we chat with David Johnson from Boom Nation. We talked about the history and evolution of the company, the global need for qualified skilled-trades people, and he gave some great advice for trades people looking for employment. All this and a lot more on this episode of The Builder Sessions!
Connect with Boom Nation!
Web: BoomNation.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boomnationusa/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoomNationJobs
The Trench Newsletter: https://www.thetrench.com/newsletter
Long Live the Trades Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/longlivethetradesusa/
Boom Nation Presents Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5LLnQNg1vMUcg91Q7KvBqq?si=f30410e902df4b14&nd=1&dlsi=85f1e57dad034e5c
Connect with us!
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBuilderSessions
Website: http://www.thebuildersessions.com
Check out our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@thebuildersessions
Become a Builder Sessions Insider! http://eepurl.com/h8bca1
Episode Music
The Future Bass by EvgenyBardyuzha from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/future-bass-the-future-bass-15017/
Chill Urban Hip Hop by dopestuff from Pixabay (Pixabay License Certificate): https://pixabay.com/music/beats-chill-urban-hip-hop-143543/
Thank you for listening! Hopefully this episode inspired you to get off the couch and build something cool!
- Hoff & Rosie
1 hr 31 min
About The Builder Sessions | Insights and stories from blue-collar experts.
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Welcome to The Builder Sessions Podcast, where hosts Hoff and Rosie dive deep into the word of the blue-collar trades! Join us as we sit down with industry experts, makers, and influencers to uncover…
their fascinating stories. Our mission is to empower our audience with knowledge and valuable skills, while igniting the spark of inspiration for both hobbyists and those considering a career in the skilled-trades. From the intricacies of Automotive to the artistry of Woodworking, and everything in between, there are no boundaries here! So, let's roll up our sleeves and "talk shop" together!