The Construction Life

The Construction Life

Our weekly construction podcast. The Construction Life podcast, featuring Manny Neves and Carlito Pavlovic (and some special guest appearances!) will shed light on the good, the bad, and the ugly parts of construction. Be forewarned – we may ruffle a few feathers. Stay tuned.

Episodes

#750 Episodes Strong: The Construction Life Celebration with Power Panel and over 100 past guests

May 19, 2025 • 118 mins
In this landmark episode of The Construction Life Podcast, we’re celebrating a major milestone—750 episodes of real talk, raw stories, and relentless passion for the trades. You don’t get to 750 without making a few enemies—and a whole lot of allies. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. And this episode captures the energy of a full-day celebration with over 100 past guests, amazing food, powerful conversations, and an unforg...
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#771 - From Blueprints to Bold Builds: Max of Acadia Design Consultants on Designing the Future

May 18, 2025 • 94 mins
On this episode of TCL Podcast, we sit down with Vic and Max, the powerhouse duo behind Acadia Design Consultants Inc., a full-service design-build firm transforming residential, commercial, and industrial spaces across the GTA. Whether it's laneway suites, custom homes, interior renovations, or commercial transformations, Acadia DC is leading the charge by blending visionary design with real-world execution. We dive into:
🔹 The f...
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#770 - From Rockstars to Routers: Andrew & Dan of Sposa Millwork on Crafting Dreams in Wood

May 17, 2025 • 104 mins
In this dynamic episode of TCL Podcast, we sit down with brothers Andrew and Dan, founders of Sposa Millwork Group and Paiano Contracting Inc., to talk about their wild journey from music stages to construction sites—and how they built one of the GTA’s most respected names in custom cabinetry and architectural millwork. We dive into:
🔹 The early days of touring as a professional rock band signed with Universal Records and featured...
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#769-Stories in the Salvage: Jen Morin of The Lasting Past / Antiques, Repurposing & Creative Finds

May 17, 2025 • 91 mins
In this unique and refreshingly creative episode of TCL Podcast, we welcome Jen Morin, founder of The Lasting Past based in Barrie, Ontario. Jen specializes in estate clear-outs, architectural salvage, repurposing, and antiques—bringing new life to forgotten pieces and old materials with stories to tell. We dive into:
🔹 How Jen got started in the world of antique recovery and creative reuse
🔹 The beauty and value of salvaged mate...
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#768 - 4 - Fitness Fridays - Start Strong, Finish Stronger – The Fitness Reboot at Any Age

May 16, 2025 • 61 mins
Fitness Fridays | TCL with Coach Dimitri Giankoulas It’s never too late to take control of your health — and this episode of Fitness Fridays proves it. Whether you're just getting started or starting over, Coach Dimitri delivers a no-excuses wake-up call for men who want to live better, perform better, and age powerfully. In a world where living into your 100s is more possible than ever, the only thing stopping you… is you. Dimitri...
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#767 - Modular, Money & Missed Opportunities: Rob Cinapri of CFO Collective Finance, & Construction

May 15, 2025 • 93 mins
In this eye-opening episode of TCL Podcast, we welcome back Rob Cinapri of CFO Collective to unpack the financial realities shaping the construction industry—and why so many Canadian builders are being left behind. We get into everything from financial clarity and business growth to the uncomfortable truths about modular housing, government agendas, and the disconnect between immigration and skilled trades. Topics include:
🔹 The r...
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#766 - Reimagining the Workforce: Paul M. Pires on AI, Automation & Building EMPIRES

May 14, 2025 • 82 mins
#766 - Reimagining the Workforce: Paul M. Pires on AI, Automation & Building EMPIRES by Manny Neves and Carlito Pavlovic
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#765 - Gear That Saves Lives: Pete Zeppetella ZeppsGear & A Vision for the Future Construction

May 13, 2025 • 102 mins
In this powerful return episode of TCL Podcast, we welcome back Pete Zeppetella, founder of ZeppsGear, to talk about how his innovative safety gear is not just changing the game—it’s saving lives on job sites across North America. We dive into:
🔹 The latest evolution of ZeppsGear and the real-world stories of how it's preventing injuries and protecting workers
🔹 The critical importance of innovation in job site safety and why it'...
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#764 - Don’t Take a Photograph—Take a Quotograph: Taj Brah Revolutionizing Construction

May 12, 2025 • 96 mins
In this forward-thinking episode of The Construction Life Podcast, we sit down with Taj Brah, CEO of Quotograph, a Waterloo-based tech company that’s turning heads—and construction sites—upside down with cutting-edge innovation. Quotograph is redefining the future of construction by transforming how we see, document, and manage job sites. Forget the clipboard and the printed blueprint—this is construction intelligence in real time....
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#763-21-TNT - Choosing Hardships Over Happiness: Staying Present in a Noisy World

May 11, 2025 • 77 mins
On this deeply reflective and power-packed episode of TNT, Manny teams up once again with co-host Jonathan Cinelli of the People First Podcast to dig into some hard truths about why so many of us in construction—and in life—seek out struggle instead of embracing joy. We get real about:
🔹 Why we sometimes gravitate toward hardship, even when happiness is within reach
🔹 How we justify focusing on work over family and loved ones
🔹 ...
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#762 - Turning Up the Heat: Politics, Trades & Truth with Stefan Orestovich of HamontHVAC

May 11, 2025 • 90 mins
In this unapologetically honest and high-energy episode of The Construction Life Podcast, we’re joined by Stefan Orestovich of Harmony HVAC—a certified tradesman, deep thinker, and proudly self-proclaimed 💩 disturber. We dive into a full-spectrum conversation covering:
🔹 Politics and construction—why real change starts with real conversations
🔹 Unions vs. non-unions—the truths, myths, and frustrations on both sides
🔹 The HVAC h...
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#761 - Brushstrokes of Legacy: Gianluca LaMarca Selective Painting -Family, Finish, & Final Touches

May 10, 2025 • 94 mins
In this vibrant episode of The Construction Life Podcast, we sit down with Gianluca LaMarca of Selective Painting and AG Flooring, a father-and-son-run painting business built on pride, passion, and precision. Gianluca first reached out during the 2022 holiday season, and now he’s on the mic sharing his story, trade knowledge, and respect for the craft. We talk about:
🖌️ What makes a great painter great—and why details like painti...
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#760 - 3 - Fitness Fridays - High Wear, Low Care – The Silent Cost of Ignoring Pain

May 9, 2025 • 60 mins
#760 - 3 - Fitness Fridays - High Wear, Low Care – The Silent Cost of Ignoring Pain by Manny Neves and Carlito Pavlovic
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#759-20-TNT-Strong Body, Strong Mind: Building a Better Trades Life Alberto Rocha Premier Physio

May 7, 2025 • 100 mins
On this explosive episode of TNT, Manny is joined by co-host Jonathan Cinelli of the People First Podcast and special guest Alberto Rocha from Premier Physiotherapy and Sport Medicine to break down what it really takes to thrive in the trades—physically, mentally, and emotionally. We dig into:
🔹 Chronic pain management for the everyday tradesperson and how to age with strength and grace
🔹 The mental and emotional sides of nutriti...
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#758 - Union Roots, Entrepreneurial Roads: Joe Gaspar on Building Joe & Co. Contracting

May 6, 2025 • 95 mins
In this episode of The Construction Life Podcast, we sit down with Joe Gaspar, owner of Joe & Co. Contracting Inc., a trusted name in home renovations and custom construction across the GTA. Joe shares his journey from union member to independent contractor, opening up about:
🔹 The truths of union life—the good, the bad, and why he ultimately chose to go non-union.
🔹 Starting and building Joe & Co. Contracting—focusing on quality...
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#757 - 2 - Fitness Fridays - Testosterone, Truth & the Real Fix

May 2, 2025 • 66 mins
On this episode of Fitness Fridays, we get real about the male body and what’s really behind the drop in testosterone levels. Coach Dimitri Giankoulas dives deep into the hard truths men aren’t hearing from their doctors. From the rise of TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) to the surge in fatty liver disease, we break down why many are choosing the easy fix instead of facing the real problem — their lifestyle. We discuss how yo...
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#756 -1- Fitness Fridays Your Mindset to Health & Fitness by TCL and Pure Motivation Fitness

April 25, 2025 • 65 mins
Welcome to our new weekly series Fitness Fridays, the unfiltered truth about fitness, health, and the construction life — only from TCL and Pure Motivation Fitness. Every week, Coach Dimitri Giankoulas brings the fire with real conversations, practical workouts, and hard-earned lessons tailored for tradespeople. From pain to power, recovery to resilience, and discipline to deep work, this show hits every corner of what it takes to ...
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#755 - Framed by Experience: Rich Ruela on Respect, Nepotism & Surviving the Construction Game

April 23, 2025 • 105 mins
In this raw and revealing episode of The Construction Life Podcast, we sit down with Rich Ruela—a union framer with experience on high-rise crews, running his own business, and working alongside family—to talk about the real-life challenges that don’t get covered in any site safety manual. Rich opens up about:
🔹 Toxic site culture—including a foreman who crossed the line physically
🔹 Nepotism and favoritism—why it’s still a major...
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#754 - No Filter, Full Service: Nelson Oliveira CJ’s Express Plumbing, Gas & Getting Job Done Right

April 21, 2025 • 87 mins
In this episode of The Construction Life Podcast, we’re joined by Nelson Oliveira, the man behind CJ’s Express Plumbing and Electrical Ltd., a name you won’t forget—and yes, we talk about the “sex” in CJ’s Express (you’ll never unsee it now). With a reputation built on honesty, professionalism, and old-school customer service, Nelson brings decades of insight into the world of plumbing, gas fitting, and mechanical systems, all whil...
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#753 - From Timber Frames to World Travels: Ed Engel on Building Homes & Living Life

April 19, 2025 • 108 mins
#753 - From Timber Frames to World Travels: Ed Engel on Building Homes & Living Life by Manny Neves and Carlito Pavlovic
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