Glorified Carpenter
Hosted by Johnny Hourihan a New England based builder w/ 29yrs experience. He wants nothing more than authentic conversations w/ experienced builders, contractors, architects, designers and makers. These conversations spark energy, inspiration, creativity along with some do's and don'ts to help create a more successful project, career & life. Hope you enjoy these conversations as much as he does. Find us on instagram: @theglorifiedcarpenter Want more info and knowledge: glorifiedcarpenter.com
Episodes
October 6, 2025 • 179 mins
The great and powerful Spencer Lewis joins the pod this week!
Spencer cut his teeth running insane trim packages solo—the kind of work most can’t sustain, but he’s built a career on it. He’s grown on his own terms, never sacrificing his means or methods.
What I love most about Spencer is his ethos. His pursuit of execution has always been for himself and his own standards—not for followers or clients. Few truly understand what it ...
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September 22, 2025 • 179 mins
This week we sit down with Andy Moore of ModernOak Construction out of Lynchburg, Virginia — a smaller market where the median home price runs around $270k–$300k and construction comes in between $200–$400 per square foot (per my ChatGPT research).
Andy is coming up on his 12-year anniversary with ModernOak, a milestone worth celebrating. We asked ChatGPT what it had to say about Andy’s company and his market, then dug into the rea...
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September 8, 2025 • 118 mins
I sit down with PJ Antonik — Emmy-nominated developer, TV personality, builder, husband, and father. Each of those could stand alone as a full-time career, but PJ finds a way to take them all on.
We dig into how he balances it all: time management, mental and physical health, leading a team, and the risks that come with wearing so many hats. PJ also opens up about the humbling transition from running a 20+ person company to working...
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August 11, 2025 • 232 mins
Episode 21 hits different. My guest, Adam Heffner, went from ironworker to specialty metal fabricator and entrepreneur. Maker Table is his third company—and it’s taken off thanks to a mix of calculated strategy and a little luck.
From plasma-cut signs and outdoor décor to massive art installations at the Hard Rock Hotel, Adam’s work blends precision with creativity. He’s a deep thinker, and I always love catching up to dig into his...
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July 31, 2025 • 181 mins
Episode 20: Finding Balance with Taylor English of Tailored Design + Decked by Tailored
In this episode, I catch up with Taylor English to explore the real-world dilemmas many small firms face. We discuss whether chasing “big” jobs is really worth it, or if multiple smaller projects can be more profitable. Taylor also shares how he separates his love for the craft from the need to run a sustainable business—without sacrificing his ...
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July 14, 2025 • 35 mins
Mike Michalowicz joins the show!
Author of Profit First, Pumpkin Plan, Clockwork, Fix This Next, All In—and more.
Mike wrote his first book back in 2008, but he landed on my radar closer to 2018 when Profit First shifted the way I thought about business. That book—and honestly, most of his others—should be required reading whether you’re running a business or managing a single job site.
Every project is a business in itself. If you...
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July 9, 2025 • 229 mins
EP18: Joe Langlais — From Apprentice to Owner of Langlais Custom Builders
In Episode 18, we sit down with Joe Langlais of Langlais Custom Builders — a true “mom & pop” New England contractor. Joe runs the field, while his wife Emily keeps everything moving behind the scenes. Together, they’ve built something special.
Joe also has one of the best origin stories in the business. As a student at a local vocational school, he was selec...
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June 30, 2025 • 224 mins
Episode 17: Paul Charett of Wood Theory Design
Paul is the perfect mix of woodworker and artist—bringing true artisan energy to life through his use of reclaimed wood, salvaged doors, and materials with soul. He gives old pieces new purpose in some of the sexiest builds across New England.
We dig into what it’s like to narrow your focus to such a specific niche—how that tight client funnel forces you to be intentional about who you...
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June 23, 2025 • 213 mins
Ian MacFayden—Canadian Red Seal carpenter turned COO of HummingBird Hill Homes—joins the podcast!
We dive into the evolution of the trades, from where we started to where things stand today. Ian shares insights on attracting and retaining top talent as your projects scale and your team needs grow.
High performance isn’t just about house wraps—it’s about understanding the materials and systems that will outlast the families living i...
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June 12, 2025 • 210 mins
Episode 15 we sit down with Lenny Gimmelfarb of Echelon Builders in Smithfield, RI. We dive into what a small-scale model looks like—an owner-operator with no employees, building a brand and reputation one project at a time. Lenny shares how he’s cultivated relationships with designers and architects to secure one flagship build and a couple of smaller projects each year—his ideal rhythm. Great to catch up with Lenny and see what h...
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June 4, 2025 • 183 mins
Episode 14 brings in Nate Altheimer of A3 Builders, based out of Belgium, Wisconsin.
With 30 years in the game and still wearing his bags, Nate splits his time between running a young framing crew—where his oldest is now swinging a hammer—and supervising larger development projects.
We dig into what it means to build in a market where “high-end” doesn’t look like what you see on social media—and how chasing that illusion can lead t...
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May 23, 2025 • 248 mins
Andrew Prchlik, owner-operator of Whalebone Homes in Osterville, MA, is one of the best-kept secrets in high-end residential construction.
For the past 19 years, he’s quietly built a reputation for crafting exceptional homes—whether through spec builds, renovations, or ground-up custom projects—for a small, select group of clients.
I met Andrew a few years back and felt an instant connection rooted in a shared love for the craft, a...
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May 12, 2025 • 142 mins
Otto Magdanz of Coda Managed Homes took a distinctly different path into residential construction—and it shows in everything he does. A Harvard Business School grad with roots in the trades, Otto didn’t set out to build flashy custom homes. He set out to fix what was broken. After years of listening to clients’ frustrations and pain points early in his career, his mission became clear: build a process that puts the homeowner first....
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May 6, 2025 • 200 mins
Jacob’s entry into the industry is wild—pure chance, but it lit a fire. With the backing of a mentor and a relentless drive to learn the craft, he fast-tracked his way through the trades, building up both skill and a trusted sub-pool. His first major project? Building his own home—something most only dream of. That experience catapulted him into the spec world, then onto the Parade of Homes, and eventually into high-end custom buil...
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April 27, 2025 • 200 mins
Brian Greenberg of Grit & Grace Custom Homes is a true “bags-on” builder, leading a tight crew of five. They self-perform everything — from framing to finish carpentry — bringing an old-school work ethic and ethos to every job. Brian runs only two projects at a time, making it feel like you hired him — not just an employee. A true craftsman with a deep love for the trade, Brian and I dive into everything: project management, how he...
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April 20, 2025 • 157 mins
Austin King started as a flipper and over 13yrs + has grown into a custom Design Build firm. Project sizing from $1.5 up to $10mil and even opened a finish trim company putting the finishing touches on RafterHouse Builds but also other projects in the area.
Project Size: 8-10 Custom Homes Yr
Yearly Revenue: $12-15mil
Company size: 10-15 employees
Guest:
https://www.rafterhouse.com
@_rafterhouse_
https://www.arcadiatrimco.com
@...
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April 7, 2025 • 154 mins
Micheal Conneely of Greenside Design Build a true vet of the industry of 29yrs + joins the podcast on episode 8 to catch up, dig into “what is a MASTER BUILDER”, staying lean while running 8-10 builds…. Always amazing to catch up w/ this great dude! Enjoy!!
Project Size: 8-10 Custom Homes Yr
Yearly Revenue: $16mil
Company size: 4-5 employees
Guest:
https://www.greensidedesignbuild.com
@greensidedesignbuild
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March 31, 2025 • 63 mins
JLC Live is a Rhode Island based Trade Show where I caught up w/ a couple carpentry class students. We talk about the show and what they like about the industry and the show floor.
We also catch up w/ Rick Mills of @jacksonandrewsbuilding and what brings him from VA to the show. Garret Davis @lifeofbub also joins us on the shows values and what's new in the his world of decks in FLA.
JLC Live
www.jlclive.com
@jlclive
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March 24, 2025 • 198 mins
Jason Black of Artisan Signature Homes joins us to catch-up and talk a little shop; vetting clients/ projects, finding your lane, stress, work/ life, gmp v. cost plus, struggles & success.
Project Size: 2-3 Custom Homes + 2-3 High-End Spec Homes
Project Value: $1.2mil- $5mil
Company size: 4-5 employees
Guest:
www.artisansignaturehomes.com
@artisansignaturehomes
Sponsors:
www.durationmillwork.com
@durationmouldingandmillwork
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March 17, 2025 • 258 mins
Mike Whalen Lead Carpenter/ PM with 30+ yrs experience. We talk about site culture, project management, owning a company, tracking data from site, being the best PM/ Lead and how….
Project Size: 77 Renovations a yr
Project Value: $15k-$500k
Company size: 20-25 employees
Guest:
www.DBSRemodel.com
@dbsremodel
Sponsors:
www.durationmillwork.com
@durationmouldingandmillwork
www.heavydutypocketdoorframes.com
@hdpocketdoors
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