This weeks guest is Zach Taylor owner and operator of @exit74fab Zach and his team fabricate all kinds of amazing things to include Bowrails, tuna towers, stairs, handrails and all kinds of other custom work.   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arcjunkiespodcast9253 Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: ...

Part 2 with Adam Streich     Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arcjunkiespodcast9253 Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-becker-45407b72?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BKipEwR3uQXCmCjaEfNzo6w%3D%3D Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Underground Metal Works:...

In this conversation, Jason and Adam discuss various topics related to welding and the skilled trades. They talk about the importance of practical experience and problem-solving in welding, as well as the need for creativity and bending the rules in certain situations. They also touch on advanced welding techniques and equipment, the role of inspectors in ensuring quality welds, and the challenges of teaching fabrication. The conversation highlights the need for more women in the welding...

To Kick off National  Welding Month, I did an anstagram Live with  Shanen Aranmor. Shanen is the founder of Weld Like A Girl in Yuma Arizona. She also works closely with Project MFG, Skills USA and the American Welding Society. In this episode we talk about what she has done to Increase her Impact in the welding industry. For more information on how you can get involved with AWS, check out their webside here

This weeks guest is Jen Phillips, a Red Seal welder and Metal Artist out of Saskatchewan Canada. In this episode we talk about welding, hunting, archery and metal sculpting.    Check out Jen's Website: Here  Give her a follow on Instagram: Here   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arcjunkiespodcast9253 Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: ...

In this conversation, Jason and Scott discuss various topics related to welding and inspection. They emphasize the importance of mentoring and collaboration in the industry, especially given the changing workforce and the need for adaptation. They also explore the role of technology, such as C-Spec software, in improving efficiency and accuracy in welding procedures and qualifications. Scott shares his journey in testing welders and highlights the significance of visual inspection in the...

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 this episode we talk about how he got his business from a two man operation to having 30+ employees and a handful of contractors to perform capital construction on piping system...

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 BoomNation serves as a liaison between industry and workers, matching candidates with companies based on their skills and preferences. He emphasizes the value of reputation, soft...

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 and industry, the benefits of train-the-trainer courses, and the need for troubleshooting skills in the welding industry. The conversation highlights the value of fundamental...

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 been around since the medieval days where people would learn a specific skill or trade over the course of several years. Apprenticeships have gone to the wayside over the...

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 up about his battle with cancer and how it has shaped his perspective on life and art. He emphasizes the need to live a healthier lifestyle and not wait to pursue one's...

In this episode I'm breaking down how to bid a job. I get this question alot so i'm breaking my process down step by step.    Cut List Optimizer https://cutlistoptimizer.com/   Cutlist https://jonathan.overholt.org/projects/cutlist   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arcjunkiespodcast9253 Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: ...

Today’s Guest is Terry Dussault owner and operator of Yellow Knife Consulting Services. Terry has been in the Construction safety industry for over 25 years. When most people think about safety, they think it is a barrier to production, that it slows things down and gets in the way of getting the job done. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. The fact of the matter is that proper training and implementation of safety systems increase productivity. Think about it, what takes longer?...

In this mont's edition of Weld Wednesday with AWS special guest Steve Snyder is a Senior Certified Welding Inspector (SCWI) and Educator (CWE) with over 15 years of international experience in manufacturing, fabrication, and construction industries and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to various welding codes, standards, welders, and procedure qualifications. In this episode, he’ll be sharing his expertise on welding codes, standards, and qualifications. He’ll discuss the new Welder...

Joining me this week is Kevin Roy out of Regina Canada. Kevin is a welder, fabricator, foreman and metal artist. I have been following Kevin on Instagram for several years and had the chance to meet him in-person at CanWeld last October. In this episode, Kevin and I discuss fabrication tricks, production welding, new technology, shop safety and more.   Follow Kevin Here   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arcjunkiespodcast9253 Email:...

In this episode, I'm breaking down some of the myths and misinformation around Welding Certification.    Qualification VS. Certification https://arcjunkies.com/episodes/weld-wednesday-w-aws-qualification-vs-certification-w-daryl-peterson-458   WPS, PQR, WPQR, and Other Accronyms  https://arcjunkies.com/episodes/wps-pqr-qpqr-and-other-acronyms-w-charlie-cross-and-padraic-bean-476   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast YouTube:...

Joining me this week is Adam Benjamin a Welder, Inspector, Rope Access Specialist and Artist in Nova Scotia Canada. I was introduced to Adam by Eddie Alverez who was on the show just a few weeks ago. In this episode, Adam and I talk about his journey into becoming a full time metal sculpter. He makes some truly amazing pieces.  Check Adam out on Instagram @Irontide.ca   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arcjunkiespodcast9253 Email:...

In this weeks episode, I am chatting with Anne D. I first met Anne via Instagram a few years ago while she was in Welding school. We would chat all the time about different weld processes, procedures, techniques, theory, and more. In this weeks episode, I’m catching up with her to see what she’s been up to since she graduated Welding school.   Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arcjunkiespodcast9253 Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: ...

In this episode I am going to take you through the step by step process on how to study and prepare for the CWI Exam and give you all of the resources to help you get prepared for the hardest exam I have ever taken in my life. This is a very difficult Exam to take and it will require a lot of time, effort and attention to detail. But if you are able to pass this test, it can be a very lucrative investment.   Start here at AWS.org  AWS Price List CWI Initial Application  CWI...

In this episode I am closing out the year with some listener submitted questions. This episode was a lot of fun and I look forward to doing a couple more like this in 2024.    Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arcjunkiespodcast9253 Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-becker-45407b72?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BKipEwR3uQXCmCjaEfNzo6w%3D%3D Arc Junkies...

My guest this week is Andrea Martin, a fall protection specialist from 3M. Fall protection has been on my list of topics for quite some time now and I have finally tracked down the perfect guest. Fall protection is important for anyone working above 6 feet. I have personally had a few misses in my career due to lack of training. So I wanted to bring Andrea on to provide some great info on equipment selction, inspection, uses and storage.  Check out the 3M Skilled Docuseries Here Follow...

In this weeks episode of the Arc Junkies Podcast, I am sitting down with John Grdina and Ryan Eubank. John is an Author, Life Coach and Host of the John Grdina Classroom Podcast. Ryan Eubank is one of my good friends in mentors. If you’ve listened to the podcast, you’ve no doubt heard me talk about Ryan. He’s one of the main reasons that I am so passionate about welding education and motivated to share my knowledge with the next generation of welders.   In this episode, we talk about Ryan’s...

This week’s guest is Michael Ewing. Mike is an Industrial Maintenance Technician out of Mississippi. Mike and his team do whatever it takes to keep plants all across the country up and running. They do a little bit of everything from welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, rigging, mechanical and anything else required to get the plants back up and running during failures or planned shut downs. In this episode, Mike and I talk about leadership, safety, welding, discipline and many other topics to...

I have an awesome guest for you today, Eddie Alverez Rocha is a welder turned mechanical engineer, who got back into welding and then became a CWI and is now working on his masters in welding engineering. Eddie has an awesome story of how he used welding to continuously grow in this vastly diversified trade. I’ve talked about the welding skills tree many times on this show and Eddie is climbing all the way to the top. This industry has so much to offer if you’re willing to work for it, and...