This is Bucket Talk—a monthly podcast taking you across America to meet the most badass tradespeople, industry leaders, and personalities. If you’re looking to level up in the trades, you’re in the right place.
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20 minutes
Charlie McAvoy
Welcome to Episode 109 of Bucket Talk! Today, we sit down with Boston Bruins star defenseman and blue-collar native Charlie McAvoy. Raised in a trades family, Charlie breaks down how the "earn it" work ethic instilled by his plumber father shaped his journey from Long Island to top-tier NHL success.
36 minutes
Rob Ninkovich
Former NFL star Rob Ninkovich sits down for Episode 108 of Bucket Talk to break down his transition from the gridiron to the job site. Raised outside Chicago with deeply rooted blue-collar values, Rob took his relentless work ethic from Purdue University all the way to two Super Bowl rings.
52 minutes
Tom Silva
In this episode of Bucket Talk, we’re joined by absolute legend Tom Silva to dive deep into his decades of hands-on experience and the core values that build a lasting career. Tom breaks down the biggest lessons he’s learned along the way, shares unforgettable job site stories, and gives us his honest take on the future of the trade industry.
27 minutes
Daylon Swearingen
On this episode of Bucket Talk, we are sitting down with former PBR World Champion Daylon Swearingen. He takes us behind the scenes of the professional bull riding world, sharing what it takes to stay at the top of such a brutal sport and the grit required to bounce back from major injuries.
27 minutes
Chad Drury
Welcome back to the podcast, everyone. Today we’ve got a guy in the hot seat who truly embodies everything a Cowboy stands for. He went from dominating the college rodeo circuit to building a powerhouse legacy from the dirt up.
33 minutes
Mads Divitto
Mads DiVitto joins Jeremy on the pod to discuss life, labor, and the lessons learned on the job. From daily site struggles to massive career wins, Mads gives us the raw truth about the trade industry today.
41 minutes
Uncle Lazer
Buckle up for Episode 103 of Bucket Talk, because we’re throwing the filter out the window. Jeremy sits down with the one and only Uncle Lazer to talk oilfield grit, the comedy circuit, and the lifestyle that made him a legend.
36 minutes
Jacob Knowles
In this episode of Bucket Talk, we’re heading offshore with fifth-generation lobster fisherman and viral sensation Jacob Knowles. Jacob takes us behind the scenes of the grueling Maine lobster industry, sharing what it really takes to manage a crew and protect the ocean’s resources in one of the world's toughest environments.
21 minutes
Charlie McAvoy Sr.
In this episode of Bucket Talk, Jeremy sits down with Charlie McAvoy Sr. inside TD Garden’s Heritage Hall to dive into the 100-year legacy of their family plumbing business in Long Island, NY. Charlie Sr. shares how the "earn it" mentality of the trades helped shape his son into one of the toughest defensemen in hockey.
35 minutes
Eric Girouard
To celebrate our 100th episode, we’re going back to where it all began with the man who laid the foundation for both this show and the brand: BRUNT founder/CEO and original Bucket Talk host, Eric Girouard.
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26 minutes
Russell Joe
A quick glance at Russell Joes instagram, and you’ll get a pretty clear picture of just how challenging his work in sewer and drain maintenance can be. But even before he launched his business, Quality Sewer and Drain, Russ was no stranger to the daily grind. In his first couple years, he was with 0 leads and 0 jobs for days he was starting to hit rock bottom. Tune into how Russ flipped the script and turned Quality Sewer and Drain to the continuously growing success that it is today.
1 minute
Tim Uhler
For Tim Uhler, framing runs in his blood. His father a framer; from an early age Tim was doing everything from reading construction journals to spending his spring breaks on the job site. Now with 20 years of experience under his belt, Tim has accrued as massive following on Instagram with over 170k followers. Tune in to hear how he's taken framing to the next level.
49 minutes
Lucas Jablonski
Most people expect trades people to have always loved their trade. While this may be the case for some, for Lucas Jablonski it wasn't always so romantic. The now co-founder of the highly successful Lighthouse Woodworks, Lucas's story is full of layers. Listen in as we get the full scoop on how Lucas found his stride in the trades and what spawned the foundation of Lighthouse Woodworks.
52 minutes
Roy Scott
For Roy Scott, refurbishing axes started out as a hobby. Collecting old axes from thrift stores, friends, and watching YouTube tutorials he slowly began to master the art of restoring old axes. It wasn't until a few years later when he found himself at a crossroads that he decided to launch this hobby into a full on career. Tune into how Roy built out a name for himself in this niche category.
42 minutes
Mark Aquilino
Mark Aquilino, the 32 year old President of Outdoor Pride Landscaping and Snow management, may be carrying the torch of the family business, but there was no silver spoon treatment here. He started out in the trenches for years, and since he's taken the helm, he's QUADRUPLED the business. Tune in to hear Marks story.
53 minutes
John Thompson
Finding a passion for entrepreneurialism and the trades early in his life, John Thompson set out to build his passion into a livelihood. With the mindset to always take his endeavors to the next level, John has since accomplished much more. Tune in to hear John's full story.
35 minutes
Andy Mulder
You may know Andy Mulder. Owner of Mulder Maintenance and Services. Mulder is bringing much more to the trades than top notch hardscaping. Tune in to hear how he leveraged both his prior knowledge, available resources, and wealth of connections to build a lean business that is rapidly growing day by day.
21 minutes
Sean Flottmann
At one point in time, Sean Flottman had a dream of becoming a rockstar. 20 plus years later, Flottman is a welder by trade; specializing in packaging and conveyor systems. While this may feel far from his original dream in a literal sense, a quick glance at his social profiles indicates otherwise. Flottman, better known as “dabs wellington”, has certainly found his stride in the trades. With a massive following on social media, and the mindset needed to thrive, Flottmann has clearly established himself as a rockstar in the trades community.
48 minutes
Tom Gardocki
You probably haven’t heard of Tom Gardocki, but you might know “The Dirt Ninja.” This 32 year old entrepreneur is more than just some social media star. Indoctrinated into the trades via his family's business at just age 4, Tom is using his platform, education, and 28 years of experience to dig into this industry's full potential.