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Glorified Carpenter

Johnny Hourihan
Construction Management
Project Management
Construction Industry
Custom Homes
Construction
Carpentry
Witschi Construction
JLC Live Show
Hurricane Relief
Building Practices
Custom Home Building
Building Science
Pittsburgh, United States
Profit First
Wisconsin
Rafterhouse
Hanes Construction
Lighting Systems
Indoor Air Quality
Client Relations

It’s intentionally long-form — too many podcasts try to cram everything into 30–45 minutes, leaving no room for real conversation. John's goal is different: authentic stories, honest experiences, no fluff. Just two like-minded people talking shop, the way you would around a campfire. Listeners get to be a fly on the wall — learning through our stories, hearing both the wins and the failures, and w... more

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Buckle up — Mike's story is worth tuning in for. Grew up in Worcester & Webster, MA. Started in the trades in high school, swinging sledgehammers and building circus tents on tour with a tent-rental company. Bartended his way through two degrees, wal... more

Angelica Armitage — Owner/Operator, Armitage Construction Company Ltd. | Sussex New Brunswick, Canada Angelica put in 10 years with her bags on to earn her Red Seal Certification. A mix of great mentors, bad mentors, and hard-won experience gave her ... more

CJ Nielsen of CNC Electric Co. joins us to share what it's really like running an electrical sub-contracting business from the inside. We get into scaling, systems, crew structure, and how he manages everything from small projects to ultra-high-end b... more

Dave Hanes is a second-generation builder running a family-owned boutique firm in Northern California. He learned the trade working alongside his father at Hanes Construction — a shop built on hustle, handyman work, and the occasional $200k renovatio... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Horgan
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Episode: Episode 43 Michael Horgan
Angelica Armitage
Contractor, owner of Armitage Construction Company Ltd
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Episode: Episode 42 Angelica Armitage
CJ Nielsen
Electrician specializing in CNC Electric, frequent collaborator on high-end residential builds
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Dave Hanes
Owner, Hanes Construction; builder with cabinet-shop roots
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Episode: Episode 40 Dave Hanes
Matthew Logue
Owner/Director at Matt Building (Matt, M-A-T-T-E Building)
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Episode: Episode 39 Matthew Logue
Jason Pietruszka
Owner, JJP Construction; scale-focused real estate developer and designer
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Episode: Episode 38 Jason Pietruszka
Chad Coll
Spoons maker, founder of CS. Spoons
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Episode: Episode 37 Chad Coll
Paige Heron
Carpenter, project manager, and advocate for women in construction
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Episode: Episode 36 Paige Heron
Ryan Smith
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Host

Johnny Hourihan
Host of The Glorified Carpenter

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 224 ratings
  • The real deal

    Johnny and his guests get into real issues that people in the industry face. From personal struggles to onsite challenges. This is what is missing from the rest of the construction podcasts out there.

    Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chilliest chiller
    United States15 days ago
  • Exceptional podcast

    I enjoy the show a lot and regularly listen. I PM for a custom builder and the show was recommended to me. My only critique is that I want more of a learning aspect from the interviews. We obviously can learn much just hearing other’s experiences, but if some specific questions were also peppered in to draw out guest’s opinions on things, that’d be great.

    Maybe some “what would you say to guys that are in this situation?” type questions would be awesome. Still, it’s a great show that I’ll conti... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dwwoodin
    United States4 months ago
  • Great listen!

    Johnny always has great guests and the conversations are never sugar coated. Although his projects are much larger scale than my own, he still keeps the conversation relatable with his candor and gets the most out of his guests.

    I’m looking forward to what he has coming in the future!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chagnon59
    United States4 months ago
  • Top Notch

    I related most to Johnny on his previous podcast, so was psyched when GC launched. Every episode has progressively gotten better. Johnny provided great insights while letting the guest shine and it’s a truly enjoyable listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Taypierce
    United States5 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Real genuine conversation about craftsmanship and the wins and losses of learning along the way. Definitely worth a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daryl_w
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Audiences appreciate the depth and consistency of guests across trades and design professions.
Fans value the candor and real-world experiences, not glossy hype.
Some listeners note sound quality inconsistencies but trust the content and format.
Listeners praise long-form, honest conversations with practical takeaways for running a craft business.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 43 Michael Horgan
Q: What role did formal education play in your evolution as a builder and business owner?
Education broadened my view from a purely craft focus to systems thinking—spanning economics, design-build processes, and later passive-house knowledge. It helped me see a path from craft to a scalable, responsible business and gave me tools to communicate value, manage teams, and price intelligently.
Episode 43 Michael Horgan
Q: How did the 2008 financial crisis shape your approach to pricing and risk?
The recession forced us to rethink risk, focus on high-quality work, and tighten our margins. We learned to weather storms by staying disciplined about scope, materials, and labor, and by building reserves to weather slowdowns instead of chasing every new project.
Episode 43 Michael Horgan
Q: What were the early catalysts that pushed you toward starting your own firm?
Early on I moved from learning to executing, then to building a network of skilled subs and then to taking on bigger jobs. The turning point was recognizing that I could control the quality and path of projects by forming my own company and systemizing how we bid, plan, and deliver work.
Episode 40 Dave Hanes
Q: How did the pricing approach evolve from lump sum to cost-plus?
The guest explains that after encountering a large fixed-price project, they moved toward cost-plus to gain transparency, track actual costs, and justify margins. This shift was reinforced by a need to align incentives and better manage uncertainty in complex, bespoke builds.
Episode 38 Jason Pietruszka
Q: What were the key financial lessons from the 200+ home production era, and how did you change pricing and risk management going forward?
The episode highlights the dangers of lump-sum contracts in volatile markets. The guests discuss fixed pricing with allowances, explicit change orders, and strong upfront pricing discipline based on historic data. They stressed building in contingencies, tightening control of cash flow, and moving toward a bank-drought resilience model where deposits and draws align with construction milestones to avoid cash crunches.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Glorified Carpenter

What is Glorified Carpenter about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form conversations centered on building, craft, and running small-to-mid sized construction businesses. Episodes commonly explore pricing strategies, project management, leadership, culture, and family dynamics within trades, often weaving in hard-won lessons from cabinet shops, framing, and luxury homes. The format favors candid storytelling over quick takes, with guests ranging from master builders and architects to specialized craftsmen, making it a rich resource for listeners seeking practical insights, real-world cautionary tales, and inspirations to grow their own shops while staying true to craft. A notable strength is the host's willingness to ask follow-ups that reveal both wins and failures, offering a grounded perspective on... more

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1. Modern Craftsman
2. Levelheads
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Recent guests on Glorified Carpenter include:

1. Mike Horgan
2. Angelica Armitage
3. CJ Nielsen
4. Dave Hanes
5. Matthew Logue
6. Jason Pietruszka
7. Chad Coll
8. Paige Heron

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