The Bricklaying Show

Ash Mahoney asks Bricklayers to join him and discuss how we get and do certain things in the trade. From getting good work, to getting materials or bricks and finding good people to work with you. Guests: Andy Pali, James Naughton & Dean Haywood.

Ash Mahoney looks into potential roles you can take off the tools but still in the trade, if you want to keep working in Bricklaying but worry about the longevity of your body. Richard Green from GSQ talks about his progression from working on the tools into management roles and the new set of challenges that come with it.  Ian Hodgkinson talks about how he's done almost every management role imag...

Ash Mahoney catches up with Super Trowel founder, Ash Francis and finds out about how the competition has grown, how the new regional heats have gone, changes to the rules for this year's competition, talks about the competition taking place at Installer and why this year's final at the Hertfordshire Showground is a 'can't miss' event for any Bricklayer in the UK.  Ash chats to the winner of the r...

Ash Mahoney chats with Olly Sharp, who is Head of Key Accounts at Ibstock - the UK’s largest brick manufacturer. This episode uncovers how the bricks behind Britain’s homes and skylines are made. From factories producing up to 300,000 bricks a day to the journey from clay extraction to land restoration, they explore the scale, innovation and future of the industry, including how Ibstock creates mo...

Ash Mahoney asks a big question: are we teaching bricklaying the right way? Joining Ash on this episode is Fix Radio legend and building trade icon Clive Holland, who questions whether the old-school general builder mindset may be disappearing. Other guests include Christian Hatherall-Good, who is a leader in delivering UK apprenticeships, as well as Jack Dawson - who is experienced in teaching th...

Ash Mahoney has been back on-site and is about six weeks into his work so far. Ash talks to Jason Dunsford who has about 15 gangs working on-site currently and finds out how he's finding the current site experiences with his Bricklayers and Groundworkers. Charlie Collison joins Ash so that Ash can share what he's observed with regards to how site work is now and compares notes with Charlie.

Rob Songer is back on to talk about mentoring young Bricklayers and the right and wrong ways to go about it. Rob talks about some notable apprentices and students that he's taught over the years, Talks about why he quit teaching at college and the issues with the way some of courses are delivered. Rob talks about examples of bad mentorship and lack of trust from more experienced bricklayers in lea...

Ash Mahoney catches up with regular guests from the Bricklaying trade and asks them about their start to the year. Dale Wherton gives an update on what happened with his stolen truck and tools and also talks about why he's decided to have a drastic career change. Izzy The Bricky talks about what he's up to on site and shares a major personal update and Colin Reid, well known on social media for hi...

Ash Mahoney looks into the challenges facing so many Bricklayers on site currently. From being snagged senseless, issues around storage of materials, issues with the NHBC and also some of the inconsistent quality that’s no doubt coming from many of these issues.  John Cooper - well known on socials as - New Build Quality Control - talks about the quality he’s seen and what he thinks some of the pr...

Ash & Andy Mahoney look into the new technology coming into the trade and find out what is being embraced as well as what there’s still uncertainty around. Simon Green from GSQ Brickwork & Ian Hodgkinson join the discussion.

Jack Dawson shares his experiences teaching and his passion for teaching. Jack talks about how many in the trade should really consider teaching, all the benefits and why your knowledge is needed. Jack also shares his own story of getting into Bricklaying, talks Super Trowel, The Brickwork Tutor's Toolbox and more.

Ash & Andy Mahoney are joined by Joe Short, Inventor and founder of the original Brick Jacket and Brick Jackets Ltd. Joe talks about starting out with his Dad and his experiences on site and the incredible story behind how he came up with his invention and made it a reality. 

Ash and Andy Mahoney are off to Las Vegas tomorrow (17th Jan) to compete at Spec Mix in Las Vegas. Ash talks about the dream which is 20 years in the making and the lengths he's gone to prepare. Tom Humphrey joins the discussion to share his preparation and journey to joining the Super Trowel team heading out the States.

Ash and Andy talk about their year in review and also look back on how 2025 has been for many in the Bricklaying trade. Andy talks about what he would like to see change for many Bricklayers out there next year, Ash touches on his mental health journey and Ash and Andy talk plans to compete again in Las Vegas, in the early part of 2026!

Ash and Andy Mahoney talk about the toll the trade can take on your body. Andy talks about his ailments but why he keeps going and will not stop as well. Charlie Collison joins the discussion and talks about his recent injury and some of the wear and tear he has from his 21 years on the trowel.

Ash Mahoney & Andy Mahoney talk to Andy Pali (well known as Bricklayers World With Andy on YouTube) to talk about the ways to behave, how to carry yourself and the bad behaviour you can encounter on-site.

Ash Mahoney & Andy Mahoney look into Professional Footballers with involvement in the Bricklaying trade. Former Premier League Striker, Charlie Austin talks about his experiences on site before signing professionally for Swindon Town at the age of 21. Toby Egan, Former Ipswich Town Goalkeeper shares his story of being released at the age of 19 and then finding a career in Bricklaying.

Ash Mahoney & Andy Mahoney talk to one of the best Stone Masons in the UK with Colin Reid joining them from Northern Ireland. Colin chats about how he got his start in the trade, some of his notable work, the challenges that come with the nature of his work, the tools, the materials and more! 

Ash Mahoney has his Dad, Andy sitting alongside him for another episode where they talk to Dale Wherton from PBS about his truck being stolen with all of his lifetime of  treasured tools. Dale talks about what happened, the nightmare of not having the tools he’s built up over years and the setbacks it’s created for his business. On the positive side, Dale talks about those in the Bricklaying commu...

Ash Mahoney is joined again by his Dad, Andy to talk about robot bricklayers, the recent controversy around super trowel and also some quick advice for anyone working on-site currently. 

Ash brings his dad, well respected and experienced Bricklayer, Andy Mahoney back onto the show to talk about the current experience, rates of pay and working conditions on-site in 2025. They talk about what needs to improve and why they would back a strike over current potential earnings on site.

Charlie Collison returns to talk to Ash Mahoney about his current work and experiences on site currently. Charlie explains why he feels 2025 has been a bad year for the Bricklaying trade and also touches on some unspoken truths of the trade.

Ash Mahoney is joined by Josh Oldman AKA Josh The Bricky - another member of the 700 club. The 700 club is an exclusive group of us that have laid 700 bricks at the Super Trowel finals. They talk about work on the tools, approach to competing at Super Trowel, tools and more.

Ash Mahoney is joined by Dale Wherton from (PBS) Potteries Bricklaying Services Ltd. to discuss his experiences in the trade, his thoughts on the Bricklaying trade, his journey to competing at Super Trowel and his place in the 700 club.

Ash Mahoney is joined by Ben Broad from Broad Landscapes to discuss some of his standout jobs, his experiences on the tools, creating content on social media, tools and more!