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Arc Junkies

Mar 25, 2024

Joining me this week is Jacob Schofield a returning guest to the podcast. Last time Jake was on the show, he was stepping out of the pipe welding arena and jumping head first into structural steel with his Brother Jed. Since then, Jake has been focusing on building his new Company Impact Industrial and Fabrication. In...


Mar 11, 2024

In this weeks episode I’m chatting with David Johnson from BoomNation.  In this episode we discuss the growing demand for skilled tradespeople and the limitations of AI in replacing manual labor. We also discusses the challenges of social media fame and the importance of authenticity in the trades. David explains how...


Mar 6, 2024

In this months episode, Jason, Ashley, and Bobby discuss the expansion and accreditation of Kentucky Welding Institute (KWI), the importance of teaching well-rounded skills to welding students, and the impact of the Sense program in high schools. They also touch on the role of KWI in bridging the gap between education...


Mar 4, 2024

In this weeks episode, I’m on location at Local 803 with Jason Strickland and Ronnie Bowen.

In this episode we talk about some of the opportunities available with the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union in Orlando, Florida.

This is another pathway for those looking to get into the skilled trades.

Apprenticeships have...


Feb 26, 2024

In this episode, Codie Aljets, a metal artist, shares his journey into metal art and his transition from being a firefighter to pursuing his passion full-time. He discusses the challenges and techniques involved in creating detailed metal sculptures and the importance of mindset in overcoming obstacles. Codie also opens...