Blue Collar Angst

I got the chance to sit down with my good friend James Scott from Across The Pond Sports Network. James is a podcaster from the United Kingdom that was a big part of my podcast journey and a family friend who I met right as Blue Collar Angst was about to begin. His tips and insights into the "WHY" behind podcasting were and still are a BIG motivating factor for the success of Blue Collar Angst.

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This weeks guest is Patrick Gauruder, a retired Conneticut State prison guard, realtor/house flipper, and part of a new and exciting app called Beanstalk. We talk about everything from Pat's childhood and early love for airplanes that he got from his Dad. To some of the real and hard nose prison stories you would expect to hear from a retired Prison guard. It was awesome to hear Pat explain his start in into a career in correct...

On this weeks episode of Blue Collar Angst, David sits down with Seth from Red-D-Arc. Seth is now an Outside Salesman but he shares his story of growing up with a passion for hardwork and welding and going all over the industry and always looking to make connections no matter where he goes. We talk about some of the jobs that he worked and how you dont always have a perfect work situation, but if you persevere and work hard GOOD th...

On this weeks episode of Blue Collar Angst David sits down with David Estrada, owner of Welder Made Headbands out of Riverside County, California. With over two decades of welding experience under his belt, David's journey is nothing short of inspiring. His Dad served as a cornerstone of motivation, igniting his spark for not only the Blue Collar life but also setting the strong foundation of Faith, Family and Integrity that Da...

On this week's episode of Blue Collar Angst, David sits down with Hunter Wilson out of Falfurrias, Texas. Hunter is a welder that works on everything from pipelines to anything else the oil and gas industry needs. Hunter is a welder, an educator, a host for weld.com, and an ambassador for the Western Welder Outfitters clothing brand.

 Hunter gives straightforward and practical advice to anybody interested in a career in welding...

In this week’s episode of The Blue Collar Angst Podcast, David sits down with Dan Finnegan out of Washington State. Dan is a Navy Veteran and Marine Systems Mechanic who found a love for the Pacific Northwest while in the Navy. We talk about Dan's inspiring journey from working on airplanes to becoming a seasoned expert in marine systems and some of the jobs he had before the navy from junkyard to industrial glassblower.

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On this weeks episode of Blue Collar Angst David talks with Rich Sanchez, the owner of Tierra Oso. A one of a kind shop that specializes in everything promotional from stickers and signs, to laser engraving on wood and metal. Rich takes us on a personal journey from his roots in Los Angeles to his recent relocation to El Paso, Texas, where he expanded his business operations. With a focus on humility, Rich shares valuable life less...

On this weeks episode of Blue Collar Angst we sit down with Mike Ewing, an industrial maintenance foreman out of Tupelo, Mississippi. Mike is one of the most positive and forward thinking individuals out there, that understands the importance of cultivating and teaching the next generation of workers in this country. Mike shares his story of growing up in a blue collar background and finding a love for welding at a young age, picki...

In this weeks episode of Blue Collar Angst we introduce Trent Jensen, an Industrial Maintenance Technician from St. Johns, Arizona. With a wide-ranging career spanning various industries, including painting, construction, and the oilfield, Trent brings a wealth of experience to his current role working for the county as an Industrial Maintenance Tech. We delve into his formative years as an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts organizatio...

In this episode of Blue Collar Angst, David and Konner sit down with Todd, a seasoned oil fielder with over 20 years of experience. Todd takes us on a captivating journey through his career, sharing stories from his extensive travels across North America.

Currently based in Texas, Todd follows a demanding work schedule of 28 days on and 14 days off, showcasing the dedication and work ethic required in the industry. His wealth of k...

In this weeks episode we sit down with Nelson, a hard-working mechanic who has worked his way up to a Senior District Fleet Manager role with Waste Management. Nelson grew up in Senoia, Georgia, a town that gained fame as the location for the popular TV series, The Walking Dead. Despite humble beginnings, Nelson found his passion for mechanics at a young age and joined the US Army, where he spent time in Operation Desert Storm work...

Welcome to The Blue Collar Angst Podcast, todays episode explores the struggles and triumphs of blue collar workers in today's society. In this episode, David and Konner discuss the age-old debate between trade school and college.

As the cost of higher education continues to rise, more and more people are considering trade school as a viable option. David and Konner share some eye-opening statistics on the success rates of trad...

In this episode, we sit down with an English teacher who goes by the name Cole, but prefers to keep his true identity anonymous. Cole grew up with blue collar roots and always had a passion for coaching football. It was this passion that ultimately led him towards a career in teaching. Throughout his time as a high school teacher, Cole has faced many challenges, but has also learned invaluable lessons along the way. In this intervi...