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Jimmy Talks Construction

James Starbuck
Construction Industry
Civil Construction
Work-Life Balance
Construction
Civil Engineering
Business Management
Dirt Cartel
Australia
Safety Protocols
Team Dynamics
Mental Health
Las Vegas
Covid-19
Brisbane
Safety Management
Drover Projects
Injury Prevention
Family and Parenting
Mentorship
Social Media

Jimmy Talks Construction is an Australian construction podcast focused on real conversations with builders, contractors, tradies, and business owners across the construction industry.

Each episode dives into construction business growth, civil construction, earthmoving, excavation, leadership on site, hiring subcontractors, scaling trade businesses, and the real challenges of running a constructio... more

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Latest Episodes

Jimmy sits down with Mitch from Slimline Excavations to talk about leaving underground coal mining, buying a 1.7T digger and building an excavation business. They cover coal mining, subdivisions, mountain bike trail projects, helicopters in construct... more

In Episode 48 of Jimmy Talks Construction, Jimmy sits down with the three directors of Arrow Civil to talk about starting a new civil construction company in Melbourne, leaving a major contractor the right way, building a business with integrity, and... more

In Episode 47 of Jimmy Talks Construction, James Starbuck sits down with Daniel from Complex Facade to talk high-rise construction, facade installation, scaling a subcontracting business, labour productivity, and the brutal reality of growing from ap... more

James Starbuck sits down with Emmanuel Al-Jinavo, founder of Feed4Ward, for a raw construction business conversation about tradies, subcontractors, cash flow, unpaid invoices, and bad clients in the Australian construction industry.

Emmanuel shares ... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Alizzi
Operations Manager at Complex Facades
Complex Facades
Episode: Daniel Alizzi (Operations Manager at Complex Facade Install) | Jimmy Talks Construction
Emmanuel Al-Jinavo
Founder of Feed4Ward
Feed4Ward
Episode: Emmanuel Al-Jinavo (Founder of Feed4Ward) | Jimmy Talks Construction
Brian Hayden
Winner of the CAT Global Operator Challenge; operator and owner of Hayden Excavating
Hayden Excavating
Episode: Brian Hayden: World’s Best Operator? | Dirty Business Bonus Episode
Toby Bowman
C&N Plumbing Services
Episode: Toby Bowman (Director of C&N Plumbing Services) | Jimmy Talks Construction
Steph Apostolides
Melbourne Chippy Chick, Founder of Trady Lady Hire
Trady Lady Hire / Trady Lady Club
Episode: Melbourne Chippy Chick - Steph Apostolides (Founder of Trady Lady Hire) | Jimmy Talks Construction
Jordan Chivers
Director of WL Chivers Plumbing
WL Chivers Plumbing
Episode: Jordan Chivers (Director of W.L. Chivers Plumbing) - Jimmy Talks Construction
David Alford
Managing Director of DBA Haulage
DBA Haulage
Episode: David Alford (Managing Director of DBA Haulage) Jimmy Talks Construction
Illan Samuel
Managing Director of Samuel Property Group, Melbourne-based developer
Samuel Property Group
Episode: Illan Samuel (Managing Director of Samuel Property) – Jimmy Talks Construction
Jesse Campbell
Construction Manager, City Circle
City Circle Group
Episode: Jesse Campbell (Construction Manager of City Circle Group) – Jimmy Talks Construction

Host

Jimmy
Host of Jimmy Talks Construction

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • The Joe Rogan of dirt

    This podcast is absolutely fantastic! For those involved in the industry, it’s great to know everyone is in the same boat! And hear the mindsets of some dead set legends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liddell Claying
    Australiaa month ago
  • Brilliant

    Great yarns. Keep them coming

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TMO INC.
    Australiaa month ago
  • One of the Best Business Podcasts Out There

    Absolutely love this podcast. Jimmy does a great job having real conversations with people who are out there having a crack and building something. The guests are always interesting and it’s super motivating listening to their stories and lessons. You can tell a lot of work goes into it and it’s really appreciated by people like me trying to build a business. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimmy d Trinkle
    Australia3 months ago
  • Very relatable

    Great local podcast for the Australian market hearing from great business owners out there having a go !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _damien8_
    Australia4 months ago

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The host keeps conversations candid and highly actionable for real-world impact.
These episodes consistently feature practical, battle-tested lessons for builders and owners.
Guests span trades and tech, offering broad perspectives on growth and safety.

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Apple Podcasts
#120
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#220
New Zealand/Business

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Brian Hayden: World’s Best Operator? | Dirty Business Bonus Episode
Q: What did winning the trophies mean to you and your business?
Winning validated my training and approach, highlighted by first-place points in the Excavator and Dozer challenges, and it provided tangible recognition for Hayden Excavating, which helps with credibility and future opportunities.
Brian Hayden: World’s Best Operator? | Dirty Business Bonus Episode
Q: What did the World Operator Challenge involve for you in Las Vegas?
We had to run a loader, a dozer, and an excavator, with specific tasks like loading a haul truck, navigating obstacle courses, and achieving precise grade work, all under time pressure and with various penalties for errors.
Brian Hayden: World’s Best Operator? | Dirty Business Bonus Episode
Q: How did you first get into heavy equipment operation, and what was your starting point?
I started operating since before I could walk, basically on my dad's lap, and I spent weekends helping him as a kid, which built a foundation of hands-on familiarity with machines.
Dirty Business FINALE with David Nicoll (CEO of SANY America) | Episode 5
Q: What is the one thing SANY believes it must overcome to be more successful globally?
The company aims to strengthen its global manufacturing footprint, broaden its product line to suit different markets, and continue to build out product support and a dealer network to ensure parts availability and service reliability.
Dirty Business FINALE with David Nicoll (CEO of SANY America) | Episode 5
Q: What is SANY doing about offering finance on equipment?
SANY has created a financing program with zero for 60 months offers, and is launching SANY Finance to streamline applications, sign documents on an app, and manage loans over their life, with quick pilot financing for many customers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jimmy Talks Construction

What is Jimmy Talks Construction about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical, real-world discussions about running construction businesses in Australia, from hands-on trades to leadership, cash flow, safety culture, and growth strategies. Episodes highlight the grit of family-owned and entrepreneur-led operations, the adoption of technology and branding to attract workers, and navigating industry challenges like labor shortages, material costs, and regulatory shifts. A standout pattern is candid storytelling from operators who balance on-site craft with scalable management, offering actionable lessons for listeners considering growth, improved operations, or a move into trades entrepreneurship. The show stands out for its blunt, no-nonsense tone, diverse guest mix spanning plumbing, ear... more

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Recent guests on Jimmy Talks Construction include:

1. Daniel Alizzi
2. Emmanuel Al-Jinavo
3. Brian Hayden
4. Toby Bowman
5. Steph Apostolides
6. Jordan Chivers
7. David Alford
8. Illan Samuel

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