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 • 15 episodes
The Trade Up Podcast
Latest Episodes
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
The Rise of the Trades: Are Corporate Jobs Losing Their Appeal?
On this episode, John Finan offers his take on something Mike Holmes recently said. Mike believes that taking trade classes out of schools was "the worst decision in education." We'll find out whether John agrees. Polling shows mor...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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13:32
Stand-Up & Circuit Breakers: A Chat with Jim McNally
On this episode, John sits down with comedian and electrician Jim McNally. Known for lighting up rooms both with laughs and literal lights, Jim shares the journey from following in his father’s footsteps as an electrician to building a career i...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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25:12
