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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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.
33 minutes
Jimmy DiResta
On this episode of the Bucket Talk podcast, we’re talking to a true creative force and a legend in the making community: the one and only Jimmy DiResta. From his iconic YouTube channel to TV appearances and countless viral projects, Jimmy defines what it means to be a skilled maker, master craftsman, and lifelong learner.
35 minutes
Ryan Bjorn
On this episode of the Bucket Talk podcast, we sit down with Ryan Bjorn, Superintendent of the Gillette Stadium Field Crew. You know Gillette for its massive crowds and intense action, but Ryan is the expert responsible for maintaining the flawless grounds.
31 minutes
Cowboy Cerrone
On this episode of the Bucket Talk podcast, we're roping in a true living legend: Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone. While many know him from the octagon as a fearless UFC icon, we're diving into the mindset of a tradesman.
43 minutes
Luke McFadden
In this episode of Bucket Talk, Jeremy is joined by a true local legend of the Chesapeake Bay. Luke McFadden, a first-generation commercial crabber, shares his story of becoming a full-time waterman, and overcoming the obstacles he faced along the way.
50 minutes
Hannah & Jeff Barron
In this episode of Bucket Talk, Jeremy heads south to Crenshaw County, Alabama to sit down with the "Catfish Girl" Hannah Barron and her father Jeff Barron, a pair who’ve built their lives on hard work, family, and the great outdoors.
46 minutes
Joe Samaan
In this episode of Bucket Talk, we sit down with Joe Samaan aka Joe Gotti aka Mr. "5 on the Diesel" to talk about life behind the counter of a small-town gas station in Kentucky, his experience working in the fuel business, and creating content that is built on humor, but grounded by his respect for the trades.
39 minutes
Hank Robinson
In this episode of Bucket Talk, Jeremy sits down with the one and only Hank Robinson — master engraver, veteran, and all-around badass. From serving overseas to carving out a name for himself (literally) in the world of custom metal engraving, Hank's journey is anything but ordinary.
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Matt Groark
Season Finale time! We have a very special guest for our Season 6 finale, a BBQ legend featured on Next Level Chef on Fox. Matt Groark, hailing from Philly, takes us through his journey of becoming a chef gives us a glimpse of what the life of a celebrity chef is like. Matt and Jeremy cover a range of topics from the foundations Matt supports and represents to what it was like working alongside the Gordon Ramsay. Tune in for the Season 6 wrap up.
53 minutes
Morgan Tayek
Morgan Tayek brings us on her unorthodox journey to becoming a maker in the woodworking space and a talented one at that. Morgan takes us from cosmetology, to the cannabis industry, to being inspired to finding her niche in woodworking and selling her artwork. Morgan has dedicated many years into perfecting her craft and shows us what it took to get great at what she does.
38 minutes
Erik Perkins
Happy to have Erik Perkins from the @perinns_builder_brothers on the podcast this week. Erik is a custom homebuilder who started a small business with a tight crew that builds custom homes all over the North Carolina area. The work Erik does is nothing short of amazing and has built a great business building custom homes and even taking any jobs during the rocky roads of the economy. Tune in for some hilarious stories and maybe learn a thing or two for your next home improvement or investment property.
27 minutes
Eli Vastbinder
Very special guest this week on Bucket Talk. Eli Vastbinder is a veteran professional bull rider who just recently won his first buckle with PBR this year. Eli has been thriving this year and has qualified for, PBR World Finals in Fort Worth next month. Eli brings us through the life of a pro cowboy and everything he has encountered along the way. Ups and downs we get the inside look into the career of a cowboy and what it is like to be living your childhood dreams.
43 minutes
Randy Nessman
Patriots day brings us a guest who has worked a plethora of blue collar jobs and has solidified himself as a legend in multiple fields. Randy Nessman, aka. @master_pipe_layer, grew up on a dairy farm in Minnesota, transitioned from the farm to becoming a firefighter while also being a pipe layer and considered a master at what he does. Randy gives us the run-down on farming, struggles of being a firefighter in a rural area, and just the everyday struggles of the tradesman.
40 minutes
Dominic Rosales
Back this week with a messy guest to say the least. Dominic Rosales aka. @poorpumpersociety. Dominic is a septic pumper/content creator located in Texas. Raised in a household of hard work Dominic left the office job to help his dad with his business. Dominic and Jeremy dive into the messy business of pumping septic tanks and all the hilarious junk that goes along with the job.
35 minutes
Iron Mike
Very special guest this week. Jeremy and the Iron Mike Sharp, one of the most entertaining personalities in the space, have their long awaited meeting. Iron Mike is a seasoned trucker and has taken his larger than life personality and catchphrases to social media and has amassed quite a following in doing so. Mike gives us the quick life story while jumping into his trucking career and joking around with Jeremy. Tune in and don’t miss Iron Mike unapologetically be himself.
46 minutes
Shane LaBedelle
Great episode this week. Jeremy takes a deep dive into the life of a hydraulic mechanic with Shane LaBedelle. Shane was raised in the shop that he runs now and was taught everything he knows from his father who started the shop decades ago. Kick back and listen to Shane and Jeremy joke around and talk shop. Stick around at the end of the episode for a tour of Shane's shop.
1 hour
Garit Sullivan
Jeremy and Garit meet again after a memorable time at Makers Camp in New York. Garit is a craft woodworker who makes custom pieces. Starting out just selling to friends and the product quickly picking up popularity Garit soon realized this could be a career. So he jumped at the opportunity and hasn’t looked back since. In today’s podcast we talk about building businesses, house hopping along the journey, maintaining family life and much more.