{"podcast":{"title":"Trade Life by Point Load Media","slug":"trade-life-by-point-load-media-7601144","podcast_index_feed_id":7601144,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/PWigddtj.rss","website_url":"www.projektnetwork.com","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/30f782a6-150b-4804-b66a-b387da6c78b9/logos/1faf7b17-ec04-4876-ae22-e24eaffa8ae9.jpeg","author":"Point Load Media","episode_count":25,"summary":"Trade Life by Point Load Media is a show about the real work, real pressure, and real satisfaction of building a career in the skilled trades. Host's Ian MacFayden and Michael Holmes sit down with tradespeople, business owners, apprentices, and industry voices to unpack the stories, decisions, and lessons that shape life on the tools and in the office. From starting out as an apprentice, to running your first crew, to pricing jobs, managing clients, navigating burnout, hiring talent, and scaling a business — this show goes beyond surface-level advice and gets into the realities of the trade world as it actually is. If you’re in the trades, hiring trades, or building something of your own, Trade Life gives you the conversations and perspectives that help you level up. A Point Load Media Original.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-04T20:19:30.262189+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/trade-life-by-point-load-media-7601144"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 8: Mike Holmes Jr.","slug":"episode-8-mike-holmes-jr","published_at":"2026-01-20T22:20:14+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/trade-life-by-point-load-media-7601144/episode-8-mike-holmes-jr","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/trade-life-by-point-load-media-7601144","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/2718ef8b6b7497ba6e76ab2efbbcf072d3a74cd54ca6554ddde13b3820056679/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0NWYzYTE0MC1jYTY2LTRmNDgtYWRjMC03ZjM3NzA4ZmZjZmUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIzMGY3ODJhNi0xNTBiLTQ4MDQtYjY2YS1iMzg3ZGE2Yzc4YjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTA3NTc0OGFjMDNiYWMwNTQzZmJmNDAiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk2ZmY5OWIyYWI5OTYzNzhhMDJhN2NiL2lhbi1tYWNmYXlkZW5zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTEtMjBfXzIyLTU0LTM1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/2718ef8b6b7497ba6e76ab2efbbcf072d3a74cd54ca6554ddde13b3820056679/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0NWYzYTE0MC1jYTY2LTRmNDgtYWRjMC03ZjM3NzA4ZmZjZmUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIzMGY3ODJhNi0xNTBiLTQ4MDQtYjY2YS1iMzg3ZGE2Yzc4YjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTA3NTc0OGFjMDNiYWMwNTQzZmJmNDAiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk2ZmY5OWIyYWI5OTYzNzhhMDJhN2NiL2lhbi1tYWNmYXlkZW5zLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTEtMjBfXzIyLTU0LTM1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3","summary":"https://projektnetwork.com/views/forum Summary In this episode of the Trade Life podcast, host Ian MaFayden sits down with Michael Holmes Jr. to discuss their shared experiences in the skilled trades, particularly carpentry. They delve into the importance of hands-on experience versus formal education, emphasizing that many young people feel pressured to choose a career path too early. Michael shares his journey from working with his father in construction to becoming a public speaker and television host, highlighting the value of exploring different trades before committing to one. The conversation also touches on the stigma surrounding trades, the evolving perception of skilled labor, and the opportunities available in the industry today. The duo discusses the misconceptions about trades being a fallback option for those who aren't academically inclined, arguing instead that skilled trades can offer fulfilling and lucrative careers. They advocate for young people to try various jobs to discover their passions, emphasizing that the trades are not only viable but also essential in today's economy. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of pursuing what you love, regardless of societal expectations, and the potential for success in the trades. Keywords skilled trades, carpentry, apprenticeship, trades advocacy, career exploration, Michael Holmes Jr., Trade Life podcast, construction industry, hands-on experience, education Takeaways Explore different career paths before committing. The stigma around trades is changing for the better. Hands-on experience is invaluable in the trades. Don't rush into a career decision at a young age. Pursue what you love, regardless of societal expectations. 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