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The Trade Talks

Roger Wakefield
Plumbing
Leak Detection
Youtube
HVAC
Skilled Trades
Plumbing Industry
Leak-Pro
Social Media Marketing
Social Media
Entrepreneurship
Customer Service
Apprenticeship
Training
Construction Industry
Trade Skills
Business Growth Strategies
Residential Service Professionals
Business Growth
Safety Week
Construction

With over 1.25 million subscribers, 42 year plumbing veteran Roger Wakefield discusses life in the skilled trades with blue collar industry veterans.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes216Founded3 years ago
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Welcome to The Trade Talks Live, where we celebrate the blue-collar trades and everything they stand for! Join us every Wednesday form 3-4PM Central time as we dive into national news, review trade websites, and share tips on mindset growth to help y... more

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Welcome to The Trade Talks Live, where we celebrate the blue-collar trades and everything they stand for!

Join us every Wednesday from 3:00-4:00 Cental as we dive into national news, review trade websites, and share tips on mindset growth to help y... more

Welcome to The Trade Talks Live, where we celebrate the blue-collar trades and everything they stand for!

Join us every Wednesday from 3:00-4:00 Cental as we dive into national news, review trade websites, and share tips on mindset growth to help y... more

Now teaching students in Dallas ISD, Juan is helping shape the future of the trades—emphasizing exposure, hands-on learning, and the value of skilled labor careers. 🔧 Topics covered: How he got started in plumbing by accident Commercial vs. resident... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Duncan
Owner/field operations manager at Duncan Plumbing Solutions
Duncan Plumbing Solutions
Episode: From Bartending to Building a Family Plumbing Business: Brian Duncan The Trade Talks #223
Juan Mejia
Plumbing level one and level two instructor, Dallas ISD
Dallas Independent School District
Episode: Educating the Future of Plumbing #224 With Juan Mejia
Henry Wakefield
Founder, Leak-Pro, training focused on leak detection
Leak-Pro
Episode: Renovation Is Taking Over Construction
Aoife Roche
AI Queen, marketing and AI integration expert
Self-employed / AI and marketing agency
Episode: Aoife Roche The AI Queen and her impact on the future of the Trades: The Trades Talks #222
Ben Friedman
Responsible Master Plumber
Air Repair Pros
Episode: Starting plumbing in his 40's #221 Ben Friedman
Matt McDonough
Guest described as a frequent participant and mentor figure in the trades, referred to as "Mr. Miyagi of Plumbing"
Known in plumbing circles; appears as a guest in this episode
Episode: Who thought this was a good idea.
Mike Duncan
Master plumber and CEO at Duncan Plumbing Solutions
Duncan Plumbing Solutions
Episode: The Importance of Education in the Trades The Trade #220 Mike Duncan
Grant Bothun
Owner/Executive at Rescue Restoration
Rescue Restoration
Episode: The Trade Talks Podcast Grant Bothun Podcast #219
Chris Gregg
Owner of Syntex Automotive, an independent automotive repair shop.
Syntex Automotive
Episode: The Little things matter: The Trade Talks E217 Chris Gregg

Host

Roger Wakefield
Host of The Trade Talks Live; long-time plumbing education advocate with a focus on safety, leadership, and practical business strategies in the trades.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Good show

    I love a good podcast that builds up the trades

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    yep1243579546898654487
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love the show!!!

    Want to get into plumbing and live listening and learning from the show!!! Thank you for all y’all do keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Love y’all’s show
    United Statesa year ago
  • Game changer, aka Career changer podcast

    Currently in school to become an electrician. With that being said, listening to this podcast has changed my mindset and determination to complete and become a skilled laborer and tradesmen. Thank you Roger sir!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crangel13
    United States3 years ago

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Shows value in content marketing and education to attract customers and talent, not just technical skills.
Positive feedback on real‑world expertise and mentoring focus; useful for aspiring tradespeople and shop owners.
Practical, industry-first insights; great for sponsors seeking credible trade audiences.
Listeners praise actionable advice on safety, leadership, and business growth in the trades.

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From Bartending to Building a Family Plumbing Business: Brian Duncan The Trade Talks #223
Q: Tell me about the best day you've ever had plumbing.
Brian describes a day that stands out for the sense of accomplishment and stability plumbing has provided—stepping into the trade and realizing it enabled him to support his family and live a stable life.
From Bartending to Building a Family Plumbing Business: Brian Duncan The Trade Talks #223
Q: Okay, so take just a minute. So everybody who you are and what you do.
Brian Duncan introduces himself and explains his role at Duncan Plumbing Solutions as the field operations manager, overseeing field teams and training. He emphasizes the blended responsibilities across operations and training within the company.
Educating the Future of Plumbing #224 With Juan Mejia
Q: Did you have any idea when you got into the trades that you would end up teaching young people how to be good in the trades?
He explains that he never planned to teach, but found fulfillment in mentoring and training others after years of hands-on experience, eventually moving into a teaching role with a passion for passing on skills and the reasons behind them.
Starting plumbing in his 40's #221 Ben Friedman
Q: What's the biggest challenge of starting a plumbing division later in life?
Balancing the shift from outside work to leadership, managing the business side, and leveraging prior experience while learning the specifics of plumbing licensing and regulation.
Starting plumbing in his 40's #221 Ben Friedman
Q: When did you realize plumbing would become a bigger part of your career than you expected?
The guest recounts joining a family business out of necessity, then getting involved with PHCC and the board, which gradually steered his career toward influencing licensing and industry standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Trade Talks

What is The Trade Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, hands-on show focused on the trades, business strategy, and career development within skilled industries. Episodes commonly explore discipline, safety, leadership, and how technology—along with storytelling and content creation—can help trades professionals grow profitability, credibility, and talent. Unique angles include urban myths about automation versus human expertise, rigorous attention to quality and documentation, and leadership mindset under pressure, making it useful for practitioners, shop owners, and marketers seeking credible industry-first perspectives.

Noteworthy is the blend of technical insight with personal growth, mentorship, and a strong emphasis on professional presentation and workforce development, whic... more

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Recent guests on The Trade Talks include:

1. Brian Duncan
2. Juan Mejia
3. Henry Wakefield
4. Aoife Roche
5. Ben Friedman
6. Matt McDonough
7. Mike Duncan
8. Grant Bothun

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