With Her Two Hands

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  • 123 - From daddy’s girl to the sole mechanic at a water company.

    Guest:  Missy Dutto - Auto and Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician

    Fantastic chat with Missy Dutto who shared her journey from a daddy’s girl who grew up doing paint and body with her father for as long as she can remember (and probably earlier!) to where she is now as the only mechanic at the water company she works for, and as an instructor at the same school she graduated from. Well, the second school. She went to Wyo Tech for collision and upholstery and the Skyline College for automotive. Missy was candid about her experiences, both the good and the bad. And incredibly honest and humble in admitting what, I believe, is true for so many of us - that it is not having confidence in ourselves that so often is the biggest thing holding us back.

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    1 hr 10 min
  • 116. Built to Create A Woman's Perspective on Engineering and Making

    Tune in for a truly energizing conversation with Sylvie Rockosh—a mechanical engineer, maker, and creative force behind some seriously unexpected builds (yes, including a lifted Prius!). Sylvie’s not just an engineer by training—she’s a hands-on doer who finds joy in transforming ideas into reality, no matter the material or medium. In this episode, we dive into her experiences in engineering school, the power of self-teaching, the importance of letting your work speak for itself, and how community fuels creativity. Her passion for problem-solving and making things better—both literally and figuratively—is contagious. Be sure to follow her to see what she’s been building since the episode first aired, and get ready to be inspired by one woman’s drive to turn imagination into impact.

    Check out this week's guest:  @rockyvieau

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    https://www.girlganggarage.com

    1 hr 2 min
  • 115. Mastering the Journey A Woman's Rise in the Automotive Industry

    This week on With Her Two Hands, we’re bringing back an energetic and inspiring episode featuring Kristen Breslin, the only female Toyota Master Technician in her region of over 300 dealerships. Kris’s journey is a true testament to perseverance—starting from delivering parts at a local store to graduating from UTI and climbing the ranks to Master Tech status. With a background that includes working as a stagehand for major concerts and a lifelong love for cars, bikes, and off-road vehicles, Kris’s story is packed with passion, grit, and unstoppable energy.

    Tune in to hear how she built her career through hard work, strong relationships, and the reminder to give herself the same grace she offers to others.

    Be sure to follow @kris_is_troubl3 to see all the amazing things she’s been up to since the episode first aired!

    Available now on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

    This episode proudly brought to you by DriveTime. Check them out here: https://jobs.drivetime.com/

    Check out this week's guest:  @kris_is_troubl3

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    Website ~ https://www.bogisgarage.com

    https://www.girlganggarage.com

     

    55 min
  • 114. Teaching the Trade A Woman's Path from Fabricator to Welding Instructor

    This week on With Her Two Hands meet Anna May, an AWS-certified welder and Associate Welding Instructor at the Industrial Arts Institute. Before stepping into the classroom, Anna built her skills in a national custom fabrication shop, working on everything from CAT truck beds to barges and amphibious dredging machines. With experience in both industrial and artistic welding—as well as some blacksmithing—Anna brings a unique blend of creativity and precision to everything she does. Tune in to hear how she’s helping shape the next generation of welders while continuing to grow and explore her own craft. And don’t forget to follow @moltenmetalmay to see what she’s been up to since the episode first aired! Available now on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

     

    Check out this week's guest:  @moltenmetalmay

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    https://www.girlganggarage.com

    59 min
  • 113. Finding Her Fit: A Woman's Journey from Auto Tech to Heavy Equipment

    This week on we meet Elizabeth “Betty” Jorgenson, a certified technician whose career journey highlights the critical issues of retention and respect in the trades. Elizabeth fell in love with mechanics while helping her dad in the shop during high school, and despite pushback in her hometown about women pursuing the trades, she followed her passion and earned her associate’s degree in Automotive Service Technology. But once in the industry, she faced poor working conditions and blatant sexism that eventually pushed her out of automotive and into the world of heavy equipment repair—where she found better pay, a healthier work environment, and the support she had long deserved. While her heart is still in automotive, Elizabeth’s story is a stark reminder of how much work there is to do to make the trades a place where women not only start—but stay.

    Tune in for an honest and inspiring conversation that challenges the industry and celebrates one woman’s determination to thrive, wherever the work takes her.

    Available now on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

    Check out this week’s guest here: @bettysgarage  

    This episode proudly brought to you by DriveTime. Check them out here: https://jobs.drivetime.com/

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    Website ~ https://www.bogisgarage.com ~https://www.girlganggarage.com

    58 min
  • 112. Stitched for Success A Woman's Path from Nail Art to Custom Interiors

    Meet Jessica Mildice, an automotive upholsterer who took an unconventional road into the trades. Originally a nail artist and licensed cosmetologist, Jessica found her passion for craftsmanship translated beautifully into custom car interiors. After starting out doing office work at an upholstery shop, she quickly fell in love with the artistry of the trade and made the leap to become an apprentice. Now a skilled upholsterer working in restoration, Jessica has even expanded her hands-on skills into bodywork and welding.

    Since this episode first aired, she’s brought her talents to the Iron Maven All Female Build, crafting custom door panels at Girl Gang Garage. Tune in to hear how Jessica followed her creative instincts into the world of custom cars and carved out a path all her own—one stitch at a time.

    Available now on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

    Check out this week’s guest here: @jesstheupholsterer  

    This episode proudly brought to you by DriveTime.

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    Website ~ https://www.bogisgarage.com ~https://www.girlganggarage.com

    1 hr 4 min
  • 111. Metal Mastery: LeeAnn Edwards' Journey from the Shipyard to SEMA

    This episode features the inspiring LeeAnn Edwards of Lady Built Customs. Starting her career in welding after becoming a mother, LeeAnn quickly transitioned from academic training to practical application in a shipyard working on navy vessels. Her journey didn't stop there; she moved on to co-own and operate Rtech Fabrications, tackling projects from custom crew cabs to intricate rust repairs. LeeAnn's unique path also led her to establish her own venture, where her work has not only reached SEMA but also caught the eyes of audiences on the Jay Leno Show and Bitchin' Rides.

    Tune in to hear how LeeAnn tuned out the naysayers and turned her mentors' advice into a thriving career in automotive and sheet metal welding/fabrication, proving that with the right focus and support, the sky's the limit in the trades. Join us to discover the tenacity and talent behind her impressive builds and ongoing legacy in the industry. A

    vailable now on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

    Check out this week’s guest here:   @ladybuiltcustoms  

    This episode proudly brought to you by DriveTime. Check them out here: https://jobs.drivetime.com/

     

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    Website ~ https://www.bogisgarage.com ~https://www.girlganggarage.com

    49 min
  • 109. Shop Floors to Heavy Equipment: A Female Technician’s Journey

    Haley Ingle is currently a Heavy Equipment Mechanic at CAT, but her journey to get there has been anything but ordinary. She grew up working on boats and four-wheelers, developing a hands-on passion for mechanics at an early age. She broke into the industry by landing a job at a local off-road shop, starting with sweeping floors before working her way up through parts and service and eventually turning wrenches herself. While gaining hands-on experience, she also attended technical college to further her skills. Over the years, Haley built an impressive resume, working for industry giants like Peterbilt and Kenworth. In addition to her career, she actively contributes to the Alabama Trucking Association and a local technical college, helping shape the next generation of technicians.

    Make sure you check out this week’s guest and see all the awesomeness she has been up to since this aired. www.instagram.com/mechanic_momma

     

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                    ~https://www.girlganggarage.com

    1 hr 5 min
  • 107. Diesel Dreams: Charting New Paths in Heavy Equipment

    In this week’s episode from the archives, we sit down with Krystal Cadwell, a driven heavy-duty diesel technician who transformed her childhood fascination into a formidable career. From summer jobs in high school to mastering the intricacies of diesel equipment at Toromont Caterpillar, Krystal's journey is a testament to passion and perseverance. Tune in to discover how she navigates the demanding world of heavy machinery across Canada, dealing with everything from routine maintenance to complex repairs in frigid temperatures and remote locations. Krystal's story is not just about repairing machines; it's about breaking barriers and forging a path for future women in the trades.

    Available now on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

    Check out this week’s guest here:  https://www.instagram.com/labradordieselhippie

     

    This episode proudly brought to you by DriveTime. Check them out here:  https://jobs.drivetime.com/

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    Website  ~ https://www.bogisgarage.com   

                    ~https://www.girlganggarage.com

    53 min
  • 106. Driving Success: Tina Nelles and the Business of Automotive Restoration

    Tune into With Her Two Hands for a special episode featuring Tina Nelles, a pivotal figure in the automotive refinish industry and long time supporter of Bogi’s Girl Gang Garage and the All Female Builds she leads there. As the Marketing Services Manager for BASF's refinish sector, Tina has spent over a decade enhancing the careers of top custom car builders by masterfully blending her passion for automobiles with her expertise in marketing. While not hands-on with the cars herself, Tina’s role is crucial in promoting and supporting the industry's best, making her a respected and beloved member of the automotive community.

    Join us from the shop Listen as she shares her journey, from street racing enthusiast to influential industry supporter, and discover her unique impact on the world of custom car building, especially for women in male-dominated fields. This episode offers invaluable insights for anyone interested in the intersection of business acumen and automotive passion.  

    Available now on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

    Check out this week’s guest here:  https://www.instagram.com/tinamnelles and https://www.instagram.com/basfrefinish

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                    ~https://www.girlganggarage.com

     

    59 min

About With Her Two Hands

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Formerly known as Trades Lady Happy Hour, With Her Two Hands is a weekly podcast dedicated to celebrating women in the trades. Live, Candid and Unscripted conversations with women who work in the trades building, fixing and making things with their own two hands. Women make up less than 10% of trades people, and in some industry the numbers are as low as 2%. This podcast seeks to change that by shining a light on these incredible women. Celebrating them, sharing their struggles as women in incredibly male dominated fields, and increasing their visibility to attract, retain and create space for that number to start to increase. If she can see it she can BE it. And if HE can see it, he can BELIEVE it.