The Lets Talk Tradies Podcast

Join us for today’s episode, where we’re joined by the incredible Phoebe, a light vehicle mechanic and competitive powerlifter. Phoebe shares her journey into the trades, what inspired her to become a mechanic, and the story behind her passion for powerlifting. Don’t miss this episode filled with motivation and insight!

Join us in todays episode where we answer all the questions from you from our instagram story! 

In this episode, I'm excited to introduce my new co-host, Jess, to the Let’s Talk Tradies podcast. We’ll chat about her background, her experiences in the construction industry, and what she’s passionate about. We’ll also dive into some questions from our listeners, giving you a chance to get to know her a bit better. Tune in as we bring fresh perspectives and even more great conversations to the show!

In today's episode of "Let's Talk Tradies," I had the pleasure of interviewing Ed, one of the co-founders of Trade Mutt. We delved into the genesis of his business, exploring the driving forces behind its inception, as well as the aspirations he and his partner hold for the Trade Mutt brand.

In todays episode i speak with Amanda from AWIC. A not for profit organisation dedicated to providing support, recourses and networking opportunities to women working across Australia's construction industry. 

In todays podcast, i chat to Caroline from BUSY sisters, BUSY Sisters is a mentoring program designed to support and guide career paths for women in non-traditional trades (normally male-dominated trades). Describing what she does in her role and how she helps other women in the industry. 

You can find BUSY sisters at https://busysisters.com.au/#:~:text=BUSY%20Sisters%20is%20a%20mentoring,normally%20male%2Ddominated%20trades).

Based in Brisbane with locations in West End, Albion, and Newmarket, Inspire is an Allied Health company committed to providing diverse health services aimed at assisting individuals in attaining a happier and healthier lifestyle.

They address various health needs, such as Injury Rehabilitation, Sports Performance, Weight Loss, Women's Health, Chronic Health Conditions, NDIS support, and enhancement of General Fitness and Wellbeing. Regardless of your starting point, Inspire is dedicated to helping you become the best version of yourself.

In todays episode,  i share a brief life update on how i have moved from Perth to Brisbane to pursue my career and goals.

Zac (roof sheeter) & Shanka (tiler) both join me on todays episode, for a little bit about business chat on what it was like for them back when they started out years ago about the dos and the dont's in starting a business as a subcontractor. 

Later in the episode we talk to Shanka about his christianity and how he found god and his plans with it. 

In this podcast episode I talk to Leon & Matt from mates in construction.

For those of you whom haven’t heard of mates in construction before, MATES is a charity that was established in 2008 to help reduce the

high level of suicide among Australian construction workers.

Mates provides suicide prevention through community programs on sites and support workers whom need the help 24/7 with there helpline.

Mates are serving the industry Queensland and Northern Territory, New South Wales, South Australia and Western Australia, and also the Energy industry in Queensland and New South Wales, and nationally to the Mining industry.

Working for the construction industry in general, MATES is independent of employers and unions and never works directly for an employer.

This meaning that if they come to your site and you want to talk to them, they won’t go back and tell your higher level of employment your issues as it is private and confidential. 

You can find mates online at 

https://mates.org.au/

Mates Helpline 24/7

 1300 642 111