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Appetite for Construction

John Mesenbrink, Tim Ward
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Mechanical Hub Media's John Mesenbrink and Tim Ward turn up the volume as hosts of this weekly Appetite for Construction podcast. The chat fest digs deep into the building trades industry, and features interviews with industry professionals and a variety of irrelevant, fun stuff that we hope you will enjoy. Trust us, we are just two regular guys with lots of thoughts, ideas and opinions. #construc... more

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We go back to AHR for our final recording from the show floor as we welcome in Todd Schwarzenbach, chief customer officer, and Benjamin Williams, construction manager, Hoffman Critical Technologies.

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From the AHR podcast pavilion, the guys catch up with old friend Darin Barnes, the Most Interesting Man in the World from Fujitsu, and Pat Finley, Commercial Kitchen Chronicles.

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From the 2026 AHR Expo, the guys talk with Leon Garrett, KenCo Plumbing, and they talk with Jack Fisher and Riley Peterson, product managers with Milwaukee Tool.

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Recorded from the AHR Show in Vegas, Tim and John talk with Antonio Delacerda, owner of A-Team Plumbing in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Lisa Lyon, general manager at Webstone.

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Recent Guests

Darin Barnes
Residential Sales Director for the South at Fujitsu
Fujitsu
Episode: Darin Barnes & Pat Finley
Leon Garrett
Plumber and founder/owner at KenCo Plumbing (New Hampshire)
KenCo Plumbing
Episode: The AHR Podcasts: Leon Garrett & Milwaukee Tool
Riley Peterson
Representative covering A-Track tools, vac pump, recovery machine at Milwaukee Tool
Milwaukee Tool
Episode: The AHR Podcasts: Leon Garrett & Milwaukee Tool
Jack Fisher
Representative covering pipe cutting, conduit bending, and M18 Fuel products at Milwaukee Tool
Milwaukee Tool
Episode: The AHR Podcasts: Leon Garrett & Milwaukee Tool
Antonio Delacerda
Owner, A-Team Plumbing
A-Team Plumbing
Episode: 2026 AHR Podcasts: Antonio Delacerda & Lisa Lyon
Lisa Lyon
Executive (Webstone)
Webstone/NIBCO
Episode: 2026 AHR Podcasts: Antonio Delacerda & Lisa Lyon
Matthew McLaughlin
Senior Director of Wholesale for Rheem
Rheem Manufacturing
Episode: Yo Adrian, Hitting 'em Straight & Muddy Waters
Jon Bezon
Manufacturing representative from Adrian, Michigan
Adrian Steel
Episode: Yo Adrian, Hitting 'em Straight & Muddy Waters
Susan Klaren
Executive Director for PHCC
PHCC
Episode: Yo Adrian, Hitting 'em Straight & Muddy Waters

Hosts

Tim Ward
Host of Appetite for Construction, Mechanical Hub Media; co-host in several episodes
John Mesenbrink
Co-host / Host of Appetite for Construction; recurring guest in many episodes

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • The best

    Tim and John are a fantastic listen. They bring out the best in guests, and are always relaxed, fun, and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ptatc11
    United States4 months ago
  • Great listen!

    Always a great listen! Thanks John and Tim for what you do for the the trades.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mick_Plumb
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative!

    Tons of information on this podcast. Kudos to these guys for supporting the trades.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xzPoopNugget2xz
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Always fun and an easy listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Team Jandy
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    5 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Team Jandy
    United States4 years ago

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Content is informative and supportive of the trades community.
Show is easy to listen to and consistently useful for professionals in construction and trades.
Guests are well-chosen and provide practical, trades-focused value.
Hosts are relaxed, insightful interviewers who bring out the best in guests.

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2026 AHR Podcasts: Antonio Delacerda & Lisa Lyon
Q: What role does veteran hiring play in your company culture and growth?
Veterans bring discipline, focus, and teamwork. We actively hire vets, provide leadership development, and create a work environment that helps them transition to civilian life while contributing to high-quality service for our customers.
2026 AHR Podcasts: Antonio Delacerda & Lisa Lyon
Q: Why did you decide to come to AHR and how does it help your business?
Attending AHR is about building relationships, learning what's new, and sourcing tools and products that we can stand behind for our customers. It's also a chance to network with peers and influencers and to strengthen our team's industry presence.
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Q: What is the biggest knowledge gap you see in the field for plumbers regarding filtration systems?
Plumbers often don't understand the contaminants they're addressing or the specific filtration technologies available.
Clean H20
Q: What assurances can plumbers give that a filtration system will improve drinking water?
Plumbers should be knowledgeable about contaminant reduction and offer certified products tailored to specific consumer needs.
What Do Customers Think About Your Brand?
Q: What was your biggest takeaway from the home service study?
Transparency in pricing is key to building trust, and poor customer service is a prevalent issue.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Appetite for Construction

What is Appetite for Construction about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the building trades, pairing industry veterans-turned-hosts with guests from plumbing, HVAC, manufacturing, and tool brands to discuss career paths, business growth, and real-world workflows. Episodes blend hands-on product insights, show-floor experiences, and workforce development conversations with human-interest stories about mentorship, entrepreneurship, and the push to attract new talent to skilled trades. Notable strengths include practical tool and workflow discussions, a willingness to explore branding, education, and workforce diversity, and a recurring emphasis on community and collaboration within the trades ecosystem. Potential listeners include trades professionals, contractors, shop owners, manufacturers,... more

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Recent guests on Appetite for Construction include:

1. Darin Barnes
2. Leon Garrett
3. Riley Peterson
4. Jack Fisher
5. Antonio Delacerda
6. Lisa Lyon
7. Matthew McLaughlin
8. Jon Bezon

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