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The Stripped Back Podcast

Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan
Mental Health
Community Support
Apprenticeships
Electrical Trade
Women In Trades
Electrical Apprenticeship
Electrical Industry
Ireland
Social Media
Construction Industry
Solar Energy
Entrepreneurship
Electricians
Construction
Apprenticeship
Podcasting
Mentorship
Robus Lighting
Trade Community
Career Development

The Stripped Back Podcast is where the conversation goes beyond the surface. Hosted by cousins Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan, two tradespeople from Dublin, Ireland. The Stripped Back Podcast looks beyond job titles to uncover the people behind the professions. From the trades and business to sport, entertainment, the arts and beyond, we sit down with remarkable people to explore the journeys t... more

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In Season 10, Episode 6 of The Stripped Back Podcast, we sit down with Darren Reilly from The Brotherhood for an honest and powerful conversation about men’s mental health, accountability, personal growth and the importance of having the right people... more

This week on The Stripped Back Podcast, we’re joined by Conor Foster, Managing Director of Clifden Recruitment, founder of Top Drawer Talent, and host of the 10Forty Podcast.

After having us on the 10Forty Podcast in 2025, it was only right that we ... more

This week on The Stripped Back Podcast, Stephen and Keith sit down with fellow Balbriggan ourlad Mikey Sheridan of Lighthouse Electrical for an honest and insightful conversation about life in the electrical industry, building a business from the gro... more

In this episode of The Stripped Back Podcast, Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan are joined by Eric Grant of KGE Electrical for an honest and insightful conversation about self-employment within the electrical industry. Eric shares his journey into bu... more

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Recent Guests

Conor Foster
Host of the 10Forty Podcast
10Forty Podcast
Episode: S10 E5 - From The Irish Defence Forces To Entrepreneur with Conor Foster
Mikey Sheridan
Electrician, local Balbriggan-based business owner
Lighthouse Electrical (implied)
Episode: S10 E4 - One Of Our Own with Mikey Sheridan
Eric Grant
Owner of KGE Electrical
KGE Electrical
Episode: S10 E3 - Going Out On Your Own with Eric Grant
Cian Doyle
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Episode: S10 E2 - The Story Behind Bereavement with Cian Doyle
Trevor Macken
Founder of Ashbourne Paving, involved in recovery advocacy
Ashbourne Paving
Episode: S10 E1 - From Darkness Into Light with Trevor Macken
Aaron Murray
Guest on the episode discussing apprenticeships and trade careers
Episode: Trade Talk Live - Behind The Scenes with Aaron Murray
John Gaughan
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Paramedic, Belmullet
Episode: S9 E10 - With Frontline Paramedic John Gaughan
Adam Powell
Owner, Powell Insulations
Powell Insulations
Episode: S9 E9 - The Insulation Fella - Adam Powell From Powell Insulation
Ian Brennan
Musician, Ian Brennan & The Echoes
Ian Brennan & The Echoes
Episode: S9 E8 - With Musicians Ian Brennan and Ronan Sherlock

Hosts

Stephen Buckley
Host of The Stripped Back Podcast, focused on honest conversations among tradespeople and real-world industry insights.
Keith Delahan
Co-host and producer with hands-on focus, sharing stories from the trades and industry developments.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Inspirational Podcast

    A great easy listen and for someone who is not in the trade industry yet but has a desire to start an apprenticeship, this podcast is a great source of information for anyone considering starting a career within a trade.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Wannabe Apprentice
    Ireland2 years ago

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Guests bring diverse perspectives from electricians to designers, making lessons broadly applicable.
Listeners appreciate the down-to-earth discussions and real-world insights into running trades businesses.
The show feels authentic and practical for anyone curious about trades and apprenticeships.

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S9 E5 - With Bespoke Furniture Craftsman Niall Walsh
Q: How did your early schooling influence your career path in trades and crafts?
Visual learning and hands-on projects steered me toward drafting and carpentry, and eventually into furniture making as a craft and business, showing that practical skills can become a lifelong career.
S1 E4 - With Chartered Engineer and Author Gary Alder
Q: What prompted your transition from project management back into hands-on roles or self-employment?
The drive for autonomy and the appeal of direct control over work led me to explore self-employment, combining on-site practice with the opportunity to manage projects and eventually balance both.
S1 E4 - With Chartered Engineer and Author Gary Alder
Q: How did you become a Chartered Engineer and what impact did it have on your career?
I pursued registration with the IET, sought guidance from mentors, and found that gaining Chartered Engineer status brought credibility and confidence, helping me compete for and secure higher-level roles such as Tideway projects.
S1 E4 - With Chartered Engineer and Author Gary Alder
Q: What was your goal behind setting up your Hit The Lights podcast?
The goal was to share not only my own journey but also the journeys of a wide range of people in the industry, including apprentices and industry experts, to explain where the industry is at and to show the different routes available.
S1 E6 - With Electrical Contractor James Carraher and Business Founder Dan McAdam
Q: What is Re-Wired Agency and what problem does it solve for tradespeople?
Dan explains that Re-Wired Agency provides administration and diary management tailored for electricians, handling calls, quotes, invoicing, and scheduling so tradespeople can focus on technical work without being overwhelmed by paperwork.

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A down-to-earth, community-focused series that centers on trades, work-life realities, and practical paths into skilled careers. Episodes blend career journeys, apprenticeships, entrepreneurship, and energy-efficiency topics with candid conversations about mental health, mentorship, and the societal impact of working-class trades in Ireland. Notable throughlines include real-world storytelling, hands-on industry updates, and a strong emphasis on community, sponsorships, and practical guidance for listeners considering or already navigating trades and trades-adjacent fields.

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1. Conor Foster
2. Mikey Sheridan
3. Eric Grant
4. Cian Doyle
5. Trevor Macken
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7. John Gaughan
8. Adam Powell

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