This is the Sparky Life with Lia Lamela. Thank you for joining me every Thursday for remarkable stories and points of view from journeyman and woman who build the things that make our lives work! These lessons learned are not only valuable for those engaged in the skilled trades but frankly for all of us whether we use tools literally or figuratively in our daily lives. I share with you my electrical journey, experiences and insight through engaging banter with those I have met along the way. If you are interested in trade tales, an industry frought with excitement and risk subscribe and be notified every Thursday when trade tales continue. We build the world we want to live in. Let’s band together to create the sparks in our lives!
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 1 day 16 hours 48 minutes
episode 4: A Boilermaker with a Booming Book Part 1
We’re thrilled to speak with Hilary Peach today, author of Thick Skin: Field Notes from a Sister in the Brotherhood. Her story evolves from her years of experience as a welder and as one of the only women in the Boilermakers Union. Listen close to discover trade secrets from Hilary about the unseen world of industrial construction...
episode 3: Balls of Steel: The Life Of An Iron Worker
Meet Taz Wilson, an ironworker who’s sharp as nails, hard as steel, and sweet as pie. Taz gives us the details on what it's like to work in this field and how to stay positive on the job site.
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Sparky Life recommends book: Endure by Cameron Hanes
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episode 2: A Laborer On the Path to Leadership
In this episode, we speak with Stephanie Schaefer, a laborer located in NY with local 79. Stephanie divulges what it's like to be a laborer. Get the info and laugh with us!
Mentioned in the episode: Holt construction https://holtcc.com
Check out local 79
Nontraditional Employment for Women (program for women interested in getting into the trades) https://www.new-nyc...
episode 1: Why be a Carpenter?
In this episode, we speak with Mackenzie Pearl, a carpenter living in Maine. Mackenzie describes what it's like working as a carpenter, and shares her secret on how to not limit yourself. Join us to learn about Mackenzie’s kickass career!
Topics Discussed:
What is a CDL?
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Creative collaboration with: Nadia Golubov (Director of Social Media and Co-collaborator)
Inspiration from Face to Face by Brian Grazer
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music by: https://www.purple-planet.com
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