The Drywall Podcast

Chad Hesser - Hesser Drywall

On this episode of The Drywall Podcast we we welcome back an old friend to the Show.  Chad and I first met when he made the pilgrimage down to Albuquerque to learn about Fresco Harmony many years ago.  Since then he's made quite an impact in the drywall community not only continuing on his Fresco Harmony adventures but also branching out into other realms of plaster systems.  We talk about those systems, how he prices and handles all the work he has going and a little about the upcoming adventure in Surry British Columbia.  Chad is a great guy and I know you'll love this episode, the 89th episode, of The Drywall Podcast.
This episode of The Drywall Podcast is brought to you by GWI in Swindon England.
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Jay Strang - JWOL

We finally catch up with Jay Strang of JWOL drywall for an hour and twenty minutes of pure gold.  Jay and I hit it off right away and dive into tales of working at the milk factory and how when that job ended he found himself getting involved with two very savvy entrepreneurs who may not have been the most honest.  Luckily Jay is and he turned away from the confines of H&N to form his own business that because greatly successful but it wasn't until he cracked the code of TikTok that he became majorly popular among drywall fans the world over.  We have a lot of laughs and a lot of fun on this episode, the 88th episode of The Drywall Podcast.  
Shout out to GWI in Swindon England for sponsoring this month of The Drywall Podcast.  They support us and we appreciate them for that. You can find GWI online at www.gwiltd.com or by visiting the store in Swindon! Open Monday-Friday 7am-3pm

Clayton Ellery - Ace Wolf Interior Plastering

Clayton describes himself as a big teddy bear and his step-son Tyler will attest that he's the best step dad ever.  You'll see why after we delve into episode 87.  It hasn't always been easy for Clayton.  Prior to starting his own business he was diagnosed with PTSD and struggled with mental health issues.  Then right after beginning his business covid his leaving him wondering if he was on the right path.  We talk about starting his own business and his approach to drywall but also how important family is to him.  Join me in getting to know Clayton Ellery on this, the 87th episode of The Drywall Podcast.  Enjoy!
Today's episode of The Drywall Podcast was brought to you by GWI in Swindon England.  You can find GWI online at www.gwiltd.com or by visiting the store in Swindon! Open Monday-Friday 7am-3pm
 

Cal Bakeberg - C&B Drywall

Call is a youthful 25 year old with a knack for drywall.  Cal started his own company after working with Facility Enhancement for a couple years.  He sponged all he could from a couple amazing finishers there and decided it was time to branch out on his own.  Cal is very knowledgable about the finishing industry and recently has begun to dabble with Fresco Harmony.  He's a great guy and I know you're going to love this, the 86th episode of The Drywall Podcast.
This episode of The Drywall Podcast is brought to you by GWI.  Established in 2021, GWI is the UK's fastest growing independent drywall finishing supplies store.  Find out more at www.gwiltd.com

Ahmed Khalid - Triple T Taping

Ahmed and I hit it off right away because we're both fans of soccer but as the interview progresses we find we have a whole lot more in common.  From music to ice baths to drywall we cover it all.  We discuss his meager beginnings out of college with a business degree he has no idea what to do with and found himself a first generation Drywaller living his best life but it wasn't until he had a video go viral that he rediscovered his passion for the industry.  Ahmed is a great guy and I know you'll feel the same altering listening to this, the 85th episode of The Drywall Podcast.
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Dan Wessel - Blue Steel Drywall

Man I really enjoyed talking with Dan.  You can tell right away that he's an amazing finisher.  We dive into talking about blue steel knives and why that became the name of his business but we also get into the weeds about tools and the bazooka vs the super taper.  He comes from good stock as you'll learn early on in the episode and you won't be able to turn off this one, the 84th episode of The Drywall Podcast.
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Lee Goldman - Wet & Stick Part 2

We have Lee Goldman back once again to finish what he started on episode one.  Now that we've established him as a major product player in part one we can take a deep dive into the world of the Wet & Stick and find out for once and for all why this innovative idea, that had ample support, and backing, didn't have the good fortune to turn the Drywall Industry on it's head.  We discuss his marketing and unique strategy for pioneering the product while searching for a better understanding on Lee's strategic relationships may have suffered as a result of a manufacturing defect.  Lee is as honest as they come and has no problems telling all on this, the 83rd episode of The Drywall Podcast.
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Lee Goldman - Wet & Stick Part 1

Lee Goldman is one of those interviewees who comes along once in a blue moon.  He's unique, smart, and knows how to tell a good story.  I was interested in Lee for quite awhile because his product called the Wet and Stick kept coming up on other podcasts and I found it to be an intriguing idea.  I didn't know how far down the rabbit hole went.  The more we talk the more I realize there's more to this story than meets the eye.  We dive head first into Lees extensive background in the fashion industry working underneath giants like Ralph Lauren.  Lees path lead him to the drywall industry and finally to The Drywall Podcast where we have one of the best talks two entrepreneurs could have on this, the 82nd episode of The Drywall Podcast.
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Sasha McDonald - Transcend Taping

Sasha is an ambitious union apprentice who has her sights set on becoming a journeyperson soon. We talk about sports and how her athleticism plays into her hard work ethic.  We discuss the importance of wearing whites (or lack there of) and some of the dynamics of being a union apprentice.  Sasha is wonderful to talk to and we have a great conversation on this, the 81st episode of The Drywall Podcast.
 
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Kevin Bush Adventures in Drywall Part 4

We once again catch up with Kevin Bush to find out more about these adventures in Drywall but are quickly distracted into talking about The Great Rocky Mountain Adventure.  We're then quickly sidetracked by The Wet and Stick tape system.  It's a curious conversation where we explore the trials and tribulations of bringing a new concept to market in the drywall space and the inherent challenges of teaching old drywall dogs new tricks.  Kevins knowledge once again shines through as we go deep into the world of grabber and political correctness.  We get a surprise pop in from builder and long time Drywaller Heath Jimmerson and have an all around good time on this, the 79th episode of The Drywall Podcast.
 
Episodes of The Drywall podcast in the month of January and February are brought to you by our friends at Columbia Tools.  Find out more about Columbia Tools at www.columbiatools.com