The Trade Up Podcast
The Trade Up Podcast is your guide to understanding, navigating, and excelling in the world of a career in the trades.
Join John Finan and Lisa Brandt, co-authors of TRADE UP, as they delve into why the trades stand out as a compelling career choice for the younger generation. Uncover the various pathways leading to a successful entry into the trades and gain insights on how to thrive in this field. Tune in to hear firsthand experiences from individuals thriving in the industry.
Podcasting since 2024 • 19 episodes
The Trade Up Podcast
Latest Episodes
Tiling Her Own Path: Jada Finch on Trades, Art, and Independence
On this episode of The Trade Up Podcast, John Finan talks with Jada Finch, a 21-year-old professional tiler who started at just 15 and now runs her own company. Jada shares how she balanced full-time work during COVID schooling, co...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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24:07
Smart Trades: AI Insights & the Future of Canadian Universities
On this episode of The Trade Up Podcast, John explains what he's learning about Artificial Intelligence and how it applies to skilled trades and to business owners like himself.Plus, John shares his forward-thinking insights on the futur...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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25:22
Breaking Myths & Building Trades
Welcome to Season 2 of The Trade Up Podcast! On this episode, Lisa and John tackle the age-old question: Are younger workers really lazy? You might think you know the answer, but the surprising reason behind this stereotype will have y...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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18:36
Work-Life Balance & Building Careers
On this episode of Trade Up, Lisa Brandt and John Finan discuss what today’s young people entering the trades are looking for—work-life balance, caring leadership, and clear career advancement opportunities. John also dives into Helmets to Hard...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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12:50
Wired for Success: Bella Cantin’s Journey in the Trades
On this episode of The Trade Up Podcast, John Finan sits down with Bella Cantin, a network cabling apprentice who shares her inspiring journey into the skilled trades. Bella discusses finding her niche after exploring carpentry, her lo...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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23:43
