The Drywall Podcast

Buck Buchanan Writing The History

Buck has been in and around the interior and exterior walls industry since the early 70's.  He's written three books including his latest book "behind the Walls" that's about the history of EIFS and how it came to be such a huge product in America and beyond.  We dig into his history in the industry, we talk about the shift from plaster to drywall, and we also talk about dynamics of writing books.  I'm grateful for the time to talk with a real legend in the industry on this, the 17th podcast on The Drywall Podcast. 

Shane Larson - The Platformer

Shane and I hit it off right away.  We dive right into the challenges of bringing a new product to the drywall market, safety, and tenacious sales.  Shane is the quintessential hustler and it shines through in his passion for Platformer Solutions.  We get into the weeds with how he came up with this cool new innovation, and how they got it tooled and all the nuts and bolts of coming up with a new product.  We hope you enjoy this, the 16th podcast only on The Drywall Podcast. 

Drywall Shorty Drywall - The influencer

We finally get to catch up with the famous Drywall Shorty and pick her brain about how she came to have over 100,000 followers on YouTube.  How she handles working with her husband daily, and what techniques she uses to crush it in this male dominated industry. She's a true professional and we loved talking with her.  If you haven't started following her on social media we highly recommend.  Her content is next level and you'll be sure to learn a thing or two.    

The Dan Gray Interview

In this drywall interview with Dan Gray we discuss his brush with death when he contracted Covid 19.  We also discuss the challenge of popcorn ceilings, running a business and getting burned to proper drywall technique.  Mud Man Dan as he's referred to on social media is a true professional in drywall and I think you'll enjoy this podcast, the 14th podcast only on The Drywall Podcast. 

Ian Crosby - The Gypsosis Effect

Ian Crosby and I have a lot in common.  Our conversation ranges from drywall to various plastering techniques, to running and music we cover it all.  I absolutely love talking shop with Ian and I hope he comes down to do a training with me in the near future.  I hope you enjoy the 13th episode of The Drywall Podcast as much as I did.  

Robert McLaughlin - Do The Work

Seam Filler - Paper pusher - Independent Democrat - Republican - and Full time pain in the Arse!  
Robert and I dive into the world of running a business,  that time he went AWOL in Hawaii, and a little bit on training the new guy.  We get into some wacky topics while also tackling some serious issues like schizophrenia and relationships.  Robert is one of the funniest that's been on The Drywall Podcast this, our 12th episode.  You're going to love it!  

Chad Hesser - Drywall God

We catch up with Chad Hesser of Hesser Drywall from Newton IL.  We talk selling Fresco Harmony, What he's learned from his plaster training, and working with Trim-Tex products.  Chad is a seasoned veteran of Drywall and has a lot of knowledge to bring to the table.  We're excited to welcome him into the fold on this 11th podcast only on The Drywall Podcast. 
 

Justin McPadden - What you could be

Justin McPadden of Final Touch Drywall and I sit down to discuss his recovery from drugs and alcohol and how becoming a licensed drywall contractor in the state of Florida inspired him to be better. We also cover his involvement with different podcast platforms, drywall, plaster, and how to make it as a fledgeling business owner.  Justin is a great addition to the already amazing line up of Drywallers on this 10th episode of The Drywall Podcast. 

Joseph Daniel Loden

Joe Loden is a drywall professional out of San Diego CA who specializes in high end remodel work and custom residential homes.  He's very professional and very passionate about the work his company produces.  Joe believes that being on the cutting edge of industry products keeps him and his clients in the know.  Joe has the ability to have the difficult conversations with builders, designers, and architects other company owners can't.  We discuss his meager beginnings of working as a brick layer in Australia before venturing into the trades and learning from some of the best.  This is a good one you don't want to miss. 

Episode #8 Flat Butts Podcast

Bill Gagne created The Flat Butts Podcast for Drywallers to have a space to listen to the stories we tell.  Bill and I are the same age, we have children that are the same age, we have younger wives, and we both appreciate snarky humor.  I had a great time laughing and joking with Bill about a whole range of topics.  From movies to interviewing Drywallers we cover it all in this episode the 8th episode of The Drywall Podcast.  Enjoy!