
Welcome to The Lost Art of the Skilled Trades, the ultimate podcast dedicated to celebrating and exploring the world of skilled trades. Hosted by Andrew Brown, a passionate advocate for the trades industry, this podcast is your go-to source for knowledge, inspiration, and practical advice. Andrew brings a unique perspective shaped by years of hands-on experience, entrepreneurial success, and a dee... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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“The Lost Art of Skilled Trades” is exactly the kind of content this industry needs. Andrew brings a genuine passion for the trades and does a great job pulling real insights out of the people doing the work and shaping the future of blue collar careers.
What really hooked me was seeing Herb Sargent and Aaron Witt on the guest list. Two of my favorite voices in the industry when it comes fixing our workplace, and investing in our teams. If those are the kinds of people Andrew is putting in f... more
Andrew did a great job taking me down memory lane of my own career. It reinvigorated many stories and snapshots that not only enriched my life but allowed me to engage and help so many people in their workspaces as well. Who knew that the WELDING industry would be so rewarding! Check it out. It may spark something for you as well.
Andrew brings the trades to the forefront of the discussion and highlights the major benefits of a career in the skilled professions. He is an amazing resource and provides tremendous value to trade professionals and the next generation. Thank you for what you do! 🙏🏽
A friend recommended this podcast to listen to about the trades. I’m an apprentice plumber looking for advice on my career. Andrew the host and a few guests really gave some great industry knowledge that I didn’t know about. I’ll continue to listen and learn.
I have a son interested in the trades and a couple of guests Andrew had on really helped me see the benefits of working with your hands. Keep making an impact
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This show centers on skilled trades, workforce development, and practical paths into trades careers, featuring leaders, educators, and practitioners from welding, plumbing, electrical, aviation, and data-center construction. Conversations often explore training models, mentorship, apprenticeships, and the realities of shortages, with emphasis on real-world outcomes, mentorship pipelines, and the social impact of attracting new talent into blue-collar careers. A standout thread is the commitment to elevating trades as viable, rewarding pathways through hands-on storytelling, policy and funding insights, and industry-wide collaboration. The format consistently blends personal origin stories, actionable career guidance, and industry-wide trend... more
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