Circle Of Trades

On this episode of Circle of Trades, Todd Studer welcomes back Travis Waldstein from Air Serv Heating and Air Conditioning and Waldstein Plumbing. Travis returns fresh from the Heartland Developers Conference with stories from the AIM Institute’s big event at the Mid America Center. From tech talks that went way over his head to the excitement of a potential long term partnership with the venue, t...

Travis welcomes interior designer Courtney Otte for a fast tour through real-world remodels, from barndominiums to full gut jobs. They dig into client onboarding, the red dot green dot method, working smoothly with contractors, and why today’s homeowners are leaning into organic palettes, darker woods, and smarter planning. Practical talk for anyone in the trades or getting ready to renovate in Co...

On this Circle of Trades, Travis sits down with Todd and Jane to talk real winter prep. We cover why preseason furnace checks matter, what the annual service plan includes, how filter size affects airflow, and simple ways to avoid emergency calls when temps drop. There is banter about lost bets, spicy Chex Mix, and a cameo from a very chatty rooster, but the takeaway is clear. Pick up the phone, g...

On this episode of Circle of Trades, Todd Studer and Travis Waldstein mark the 100th episode milestone. The conversation ranges from football takes and local reflections to bigger-picture thoughts about society, work in the trades, and why conversations matter. It’s a mix of light banter, serious reflection, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Travis talks with a classmate from his high school days who is now a successful marketer on this episode of Circle of Trades!

Travis shares his views on the upcoming local Council Bluffs Iowa election 

Amy Luckenbill is the director of HR for Keystone Glass Company in Omaha Nebraska and gives some great insights on hiring and maintaining talent on this episode of Circle of Trades!

Travis continues to highlight CSR's, this time it's Maddy Imes on Circle of Trades!

Samantha Jo is a CSR for Waldstein Plumbing, and joins Travis and Todd on this episode of Circle of Trades!

Travis goes for the record of consecutive election losses streak, and the importance of being licensed as a contractor on this episode of Circle of Trades!

The AIM Institute in Omaha recently hosted Infotec 2025, and Travis and Todd give a recap...along with hearing about Travis' CDL training on this episode of Circle of Trades!

Luke Barrett is a new journeyman and joins Travis on this episode of Circle of Trades!

We bench Travis and bring in the rookie Hayden Waldstein on this episode of Circle of Trades!

Rick Graybill from FoxCo Fabrication is on the show!  Rick and his team will be at World of Wheels at CHI in Omaha March 7-9, 2025!

Travis and educator Angie Tanksly discuss her career as a teacher, and options available to young people after high school on this episode of Circle of Trades!

What is it like to choose the trades as a career?  Meet apprentice Sam Barrientos on this episode of Circle of Trades! #tradesmen #hvac #plumbing #packers

Travis and Todd discuss college football, and the rising home costs. We also are joined by a guest...a cricket decided make his presence known in the Waldstein shop.

Travis pulls Todd Studer off the bench to come back and host on Circle of Trades!

Travis welcomes Tyler Decker back to podcast

Travis gives us an update on the devastating flood in northwest Iowa, including his hometown of Spencer.

And now part 2 with designer Paul Pape, Santa for Nerds...