Trailblazers Inc
Sharing the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Hosted by podcast creator Jill the Welder
Episodes
26 episodes
Ashley McGillivray - Insulator, Alberta
Ashley McGillivray shares her story of how she knew she was meant to work in the trades, and even through many challenges life threw her way, she recently started a new journey into her second trade. Check out her story here!...
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46:27
Shannon Tymosko - Apprentice Electrician, IBEW
Shannon Tymosko is an incredible Role Model with a huge online following! Hear her inspiring story and her great words of advise for others looking for a new career in the trades. She is one to follow for sure!! Hosted by Trailblaz...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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32:12
Chou Jennifer Phalivahn - Apprentice Electrician, Ontario
"Everything I wanted was on the other side of fear" Hear this inspiring story of how she struggled to get started in her trade, and her amazing journey so far!
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49:10
Kayla Vander Moler - Boilermaker, International Boilermakers of Alberta, Calgary, Alberta
Kayla Vander Molen shares her journey from her start in the trades to where she is today - a Pre-Apprenticeship Instructor and Weld Examiner in Training, at the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, in Alberta. She shares the lessons she l...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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46:57
Pride in the Workforce
Trailblazers Inc celebrates Pride in the workforce with a panel of amazing guests! Check out this discussion of inclusion and diversity in the workforce. Hosted by Jill the Welder.
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:08:16
Emily Pyke - Automotive Service Technician from Ontario
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Hosted by Jill the Welder. Emily Pyke shares her journey into the Automotive Service Technician Industry, including her challenge...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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23:47
Emma Varner, Apprentice Electrician from IBEW 38, Cleveland
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades, hosted by Jill the Welder. Meet Emma Varner, Apprentice Electrician from Cleveland, Ohio. She shares the love she has for her t...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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26:23
Dawn Dwyer, Journeyman Scaffolder from United Carpenters & Joiners Local 1325
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Dawn Dwyer, Journeyman Scaffolder, Build Together Alberta member, and single Mom speaks about finding strength, fighting for her righ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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34:32
International Women's Day 2021
In celebration of International Women's Day, today's podcast is a collection of of inspiring stories of strong trailblazing Tradeswomen. Hear from a variety of Tradeswomen, how they climbed the ladder to success, and words of encouragement for ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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32:36
Erin Keough - Journey-certified Red Seal Electrician from Newfoundland, now living in Alberta.
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Erin Keough shares her journey in this podcast. She shares the challenges she faced, and her new experiences as a Mom in the trades.&...
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29:56
Episode 16 - Mackenzie Gillan Powerline Technician Apprentice from Ontario
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Mackenzie Gillan, Apprentice Powerline Technician and KickAss Career Ambassador shares how she found mentorship early on to help her ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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24:11
Episode 15 - Angela Allen, Journeyman Red Seal Concrete Finisher,15 years with LIUNA Local 92, Chair of Build Together Alberta
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Angela Allen shares her story in this podcast. Hear her journey in Concrete Finishing Trade, with 15 years under her belt, she is the...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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33:51
Episode 14 - Jillian Hubbard - Apprentice Electrician from Connecticut
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades, hosted by Jill the Welder. Jillian Hubbard shares her personal story in this episode. She shares her love of the trade, her choice to...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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51:12
Episode 13 - Andrea Durdle, UA Journeyman Red Seal Plumber, Class B Gasfitter, and Plumbing Instructor shares her story in this podcast. Check it out!
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades, hosted by Jill the Welder.Andrea Durdle, UA Journeyman Plumber, Class B Gasfitter, and Plumbing Instructor shares her journey through her ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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33:13
Episode 12 - Josh Zolin, Blue is the New White Author and Podcast Host, CEO of Windy City Equipment - winner of Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Companies, the last 3 years
While Trailblazers usually shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen, we cannot overlook our allies, others who are blazing trails and trying to bring others to the skilled trades. This podcast shares the amazing story of Josh Zol...
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52:09
Episode 11 - Dana Francis, Journeyman Steamfitter-Pipefitter RSE, Welding Apprentice Ironworkers Local 805, Edmonton
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades, hosted by Jill the Welder.Dana Francis, Journeyman Steamfitter-Pipefitter RSE, and apprentice welder, shares the story of her journey into...
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56:16
Episode 10 - Jill Timushka, Welder - UA Local 496, Alberta
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades, hosted by Jill the Welder.Get to know the host of the show in this podcast. Jill shares her story in this podcast from the beginning to wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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49:44
Episode 9 - Miriam Jordi, Journeyman Sheetmetal Worker from United Sheetmetal Workers Local 8, Alberta
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades, hosted by Jill the Welder. Miriam Jordi shares her journey into the Sheetmetal trade in this podcast. She also shares why she started...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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35:52
Episode 8 - Sheryl Tompkins, Insulator from Local 110 in Edmonton
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Hosted by Jill the Welder. Sheryl Tompkins, Insulator from Edmonton, shares her journey from start to today, including becoming ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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26:42
Episode 7 - Jen Horne, IBEW Electrician from Alberta
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades, hosted by Jill the Welder.Episode 7 shares the journey of Jen Horne, Electrician from IBEW 424 in Alberta. She's been in the trade for 23 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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23:36
Episode 5 - Courtney Chard - Pipefitter and Welder, UA Local 46, Toronto
Trailblazers Inc. shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Hosted by Jill the WelderThis podcast explores the journey of Courtney Chard - Red Seal Welder and Pipefitter from UA Local 46 in Toronto...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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35:25
Episode 4 - Janet P - UA Steamfitter, New York
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Hosted by Jill the Welder.Hear the experiences of Janet P, Steamfitter from Local 638, New York City and Long Island, in her journey into ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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22:27
Episode 3 - Theresa D - UA Plumber from Detroit
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories for Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Hosted by Jill the Welder.This episode shares the story of Theresa D - UA Plumber from Detroit. She talks about what lead her to join the...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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35:18
Episode 2 - Doreen C - UA Plumber from Cleveland
Trailblazers Inc shares the stories of Trailblazing Tradeswomen to inspire others to join the trades. Hosted by Jill the Welder.This episode shares Doreen's story, from start to her current position of President of UA Local 55 - Cleveland, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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32:08