# Growing Up Holmes

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Podcast: [Trade Life by Point Load Media](https://stenobird.com/podcast/trade-life-by-point-load-media-7601144)
Published: 2026-05-07T22:33:05+00:00
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## Resource

What’s it really like growing up as the son of a TV icon? In this deeply personal episode of the Trade Life Podcast, Mike Holmes Jr. opens up about his childhood, family struggles, growing up around construction, and the realities behind the public image people thought they knew. From bankruptcy and divorce to working construction at 14 and eventually joining his dad on set, Mike shares the experiences that shaped his work ethic, mindset, and approach to fatherhood today. This isn’t just a story about TV or the trades, it’s about resilience, family, identity, and building a better future from difficult beginnings. Topics covered: Growing up before fame Financial struggles and family instability Mike Holmes’ rise from contractor to TV personality Childhood anxiety and overcoming adversity Starting in the trades at 14 The pressure of proving yourself Fatherhood, work ethic, and breaking generational patterns 🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations from the trades, construction, entrepreneurship, and real life behind the scenes. #TradeLifePodcast #MikeHolmesJr #Construction #Trades #BlueCollar #Podcast #Tradespeople #MikeHolmes #BuildingTheTrades

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