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On this episode of Bucket Talk, we are sitting down with former PBR World Champion Daylon Swearingen. He takes us behind the scenes of the professional bull riding world, sharing what it takes to stay at the top of such a brutal sport and the grit required to bounce back from major injuries. Whether you're a die-hard rodeo fan or just love a story about pure work ethic, you won't want to miss this...

Welcome back to the podcast, everyone. Today we’ve got a guy in the hot seat who truly embodies everything a Cowboy stands for. He went from dominating the college rodeo circuit to building a powerhouse legacy from the dirt up. He is the owner of Nothin' But Try Ranch, the mastermind behind the unyielding bucking bull named BRUNT Haymaker, and quite frankly, one of the hardest-working men in the w...

Mads DiVitto joins Jeremy on the pod to discuss life, labor, and the lessons learned on the job. From daily site struggles to massive career wins, Mads gives us the raw truth about the trade industry today. It’s an unfiltered look at the hustle, the community, and what’s next for the trades. Tune in for a masterclass in persistence and professional grit.

Buckle up for Episode 103 of Bucket Talk, because we’re throwing the filter out the window. Jeremy sits down with the one and only Uncle Lazer to talk oilfield grit, the comedy circuit, and the lifestyle that made him a legend. From the rig to the stage, it’s 100% unfiltered and 100% Lazer.

In this episode of Bucket Talk, we’re heading offshore with fifth-generation lobster fisherman and viral sensation Jacob Knowles. Jacob takes us behind the scenes of the grueling Maine lobster industry, sharing what it really takes to manage a crew and protect the ocean’s resources in one of the world's toughest environments. We dive into the grit required to handle the 12-hour shifts on deck and...

In this episode of Bucket Talk, Jeremy sits down with Charlie McAvoy Sr. inside TD Garden’s Heritage Hall to dive into the 100-year legacy of their family plumbing business in Long Island, NY. Charlie Sr. shares how the "earn it" mentality of the trades helped shape his son into one of the toughest defensemen in hockey. From early mornings in the plumbing truck to the world stage, that work ethic...

To celebrate our 100th episode, we’re going back to where it all began with the man who laid the foundation for both this show and the brand: BRUNT founder/CEO and original  Bucket Talk  host, Eric Girouard. In this milestone conversation, Eric joins Jeremy to talk about the origin of the brand, reflecting back on the early days getting the business off the ground, and digging into the h...

On this episode of the Bucket Talk podcast, we’re talking to a true creative force and a legend in the making community: the one and only Jimmy DiResta. From his iconic YouTube channel to TV appearances and countless viral projects, Jimmy defines what it means to be a skilled maker, master craftsman, and lifelong learner. We dive into his process, his philosophy on problem-solving, and how a lifet...

On this episode of the Bucket Talk podcast, we sit down with Ryan Bjorn, Superintendent of the Gillette Stadium Field Crew. You know Gillette for its massive crowds and intense action, but Ryan is the expert responsible for maintaining the flawless grounds. We dive deep into the unique challenges of keeping one of the country's busiest stadiums immaculate through New England's notoriously unpredic...

On this episode of the Bucket Talk podcast, we're roping in a true living legend: Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone. While many know him from the octagon as a fearless UFC icon, we're diving into the mindset of a tradesman. We explore his passion for everything from welding to ranching and how a blue-collar work ethic has defined his entire career. From building his own BMF Ranch to a lifetime of stepping u...

In this episode of Bucket Talk, Jeremy is joined by a true local legend of the Chesapeake Bay. Luke McFadden, a first-generation commercial crabber, shares his story of becoming a full-time waterman, and overcoming the obstacles he faced along the way. Get ready for an inspiring conversation about hard work, getting dirty, perseverance, and the passion that built his brand from the ground up.

In this episode of Bucket Talk, Jeremy heads south to Crenshaw County, Alabama to sit down with the "Catfish Girl" Hannah Barron and her father Jeff Barron, a pair who’ve built their lives on hard work, family, and the great outdoors. From accidentally going viral in 2016 after posting a video of Hannah catching a 30lb catfish with her bare hands, to building homes from scratch, Hannah and Jeff di...

In this episode of Bucket Talk, we sit down with Joe Samaan aka Joe Gotti aka Mr. "5 on the Diesel" to talk about life behind the counter of a small-town gas station in Kentucky, his experience working in the fuel business, and creating content that is built on humor, but grounded by his respect for the trades.

In this episode of Bucket Talk, Jeremy sits down with the one and only Hank Robinson — master engraver, veteran, and all-around badass. From serving overseas to carving out a name for himself (literally) in the world of custom metal engraving, Hank's journey is anything but ordinary. The guys dive into how he went from military life to creating jaw-dropping artwork for clients across the country,...

Overview Between the rough conditions, the crazy heights, and everything in between, iron working might not be everyone—but it’s a perfect fit for our guy Travis Seifert. Though he’s been a union ironworker for seven years now, you can also find Travis on stage as Dirty Prescott Kids performing his unique blend of country, rap, and hip hop. He’s been supporting BRUNT since day one, and we were pum...

Overview Bucket Talk is back. Now fully backed by BRUNT, Season 3 is set to be our biggest season yet. But before we dig in, we wanted to give all of our listeners (old and new) some insight into why Bucket Talk started, how things have gone up until this point, and where it's headed. Tune in as Eric and Jeremy take a deep dive into the origins of Bucket Talk, and preview what's to come in Season...

Brian Way never intended to build a career out of foam inserts. A lifelong entrepreneur, Brian first started his career in the trades at 14 building a carpentry business. By 16, he was managing his first book, a client filtered through his dad's painting business.  By 18, he had found a niche for himself in custom woodworking, and carpentry and within a few years he was running a 10,000 square foo...

Hailing from Niagara Falls, New York, Russel Joe is no stranger to the trades. As Russ says “it’s in the blood.” Growing up he worked alongside his father in the family plumbing business. Post high-school, however, Russ’s career took a completely different route. In the 10 years after high school Russ covered everything from laying down conduit, to becoming a conductor for a railroad company, to e...

With his father a framer, Tim Uhler grew up understanding the industry. Not incredibly enthused to pursue higher education, he took a different route. Now, Tim spend his time working on some incredibly cool framing projects and has garnished a whopping 115k followers on instagram. In this episode of Trading Up, Tim sits down with Jeremy to discuss what he's learned in his years of experience from...

Lucas Jablonski co-founded Lighthouse Woodworks with his childhood buddy, Daniel. What started out as a small operation, Lighthouse is a quickly growing woodworking company, who’s bread and butter is high-end home furnishings, mainly tables.  For Lucas, woodworking runs in the family, growing up in Denver, Colorado with his father a cabinet maker, he was always surrounded by woodworking. As a kid,...

Roy Scott hold an M.S. in Recreation Administration from Eastern Washington University. After holding a career as an engineer, he launched his hobby of axe restoration into a business. He currently owns and operates Vintage Axe Works out of Warsaw, Kentucky.  

If you Google “Is landscaping a seasonal job?” You’ll notice the first thing that pops up, reads like this: “ The landscape industry is a seasonal business because there's a growing season when more maintenance is required to care for clients' properties. ... You're hired for the busy season to perform a job, then laid off ” While even those who have worked landscaping jobs may assume this as comm...

Finding a passion for entrepreneurialism and the trades early in his life, John Thompson set out to build his passion into a livelihood. With the mindset to always take his endeavors to the next level, John has since accomplished much more. He currently owns and operates Thompson Family Plumbing with his wife Devynn Thompson out of Hesperia, California. When he is not booked with gigs there, he de...

As odd as it sounds, Church was what launched Andy’s career in landscaping. At 15, the owner of a landscaping business and fellow perish member offered Andy a saturday gig working some landscaping jobs.  Based in Crown Point, Indiana, Andy continued his career in the trades post-high school, and a few years later he and his wife were at a crossroads. They could either try to buy the landscaping bu...

Through the guidance of high-school counselors, a young Sean Flottman found himself on a path to earn a degree in business management. Now a welder by trade, he discovered this career, as he describes: “by accident.”  While in school, he took on a temp position in a metal fabrication shop. While his position was in the grinding and polishing department, it was at that shop he met an early mentor....