Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast
Welcome to 'Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast,' the ultimate destination for tradespeople across the UK, hosted by Keiran Yates and Pete Withers (Tradie Tales aka Plumber Tales). This podcast is a toolbox of insights, humour, and real-life stories from the heart of the trades industry.
Each episode of 'Off The Job' is crafted with the tradesperson in mind, whether you're a Gas Engineer, Plumber, Electrician, or just passionate about the trade world. Our hosts, Keiran and Pete, bring their unique perspectives and humour to the table, making every discussion engaging and relatable.
What sets 'Off The Job' apart is its blend of entertainment and education. We dive into industry trends, offer practical advice, and share stories that resonate with anyone in the trades. Our guests range from seasoned professionals to new faces in the industry, each bringing their unique experiences and insights.
'Off The Job' is more than just a podcast; it's a community where tradespeople can come together to learn, laugh, and connect. Whether you're on the job site or relaxing at home, our podcast is the perfect companion to your day.
Stay updated with the latest in the trades, get a good laugh, and maybe learn something new along the way. Subscribe to 'Off The Job: A Trade Podcast' on Apple Podcasts and join our community of hardworking, fun-loving tradespeople today!
Episodes
134 episodes
Networking, News Chaos & VAT Threshold Rumours | Off The Job Podcast
In this week’s episode of Off The Job Overtime, Pete and Keiran unpack everything from real-life networking wins to the dark side of current events. They hit the road to quiz tradespeople at local merchants, reflect on bu...
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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34:52
Season 7 Recap: Trades Talk, Comedy Nights & The Reality of Life Off the Tools | Off The Job Podcast
Join Peter Withers and Keiran Yates for the Off The Job Podcast Overtime Season 7 finale. In this episode, the hosts look back at the highlights of the season—from electricians and gas engineers to digital marketers and even a professi...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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32:37
Plumber by Day, Boxer by Night: Jamie Bradley on Balancing the Trades with Professional Boxing
Message Jamie on Instagram to get tickets: (@jamie.bradley00)In this episode of Off The Job Podcast, we sit down with Jamie Bradley — a 25-year-old plumber and rising ...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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1:03:28
Breaking Stereotypes: Ella Lewis on Life as a Young Female Gas Engineer
What’s it really like being a young woman in the gas trade? In this episode of Off the Tools Podcast, Pete and Kieran chat with Ella Lewis from Ella’s Gas Services, who shares her journey into the plumbing and heating world. Fro...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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56:44
College vs Real-World Skills: Plumbing, Gas & “Silly Season” in the Trade Industry
In this episode of Off The Job Podcast Overtime, hosts Pete Withers and Kieran Yates dive into the realities of the building trade versus what’s taught in college. From outdated training methods like lead work and pipe bending in vices...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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41:02
Army Life to Burst Water Mains & Stand-Up Comedy Terry Gargan
Ex-Army veteran, civil engineer, and comedian Terry Gargan joins the Off the Job Podcast to share wild stories from fixing burst mains, surviving dangerous site work, and life in the British Army—plus how he turned it all ...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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1:01:03
27-Stone Weight Loss Journey, plumbing, & property: Emma & Dave EDPPM
In this episode of Off The Job Podcast, we sit down with Emma and Dave from ED PPM (Plumbing & Property Maintenance) – the couple making waves in the trades. They share their story of meeting on Instagram, building a busines...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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1:02:16
From Comedy Gigs to Crazy Trade Stories: Off The Job Podcast Overtime
This Overtime episode of Off The Job Podcast is full of laughs, chaos, and tradie banter. Pete and the crew chat stand-up comedy gigs, weddings in France, hitchhiking adventures, immigration marches, weight-loss jabs, and hilario...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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38:34
The Story of R&R Building and Renovations | Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast Season 7 Episode 6
This week, Pete and Keiran are joined by Leo and Tom from R&R Building and Renovations — two builders with a knack for turning chaos into craftsmanship (and cake).From starting out as electricians and labourers to running a full-on ...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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55:58
Chirag “Uncle” Panchal on Gas Engineering, Social Media & Building a Trade Career
On this episode of Off The Job Podcast, hosts Kieran and Pete chat with gas engineer and content creator Chirag “Uncle” Panchal. Chirag shares his inspiring journey from a degree in financial maths and a career in sales to retra...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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57:54
Paintball Carnage & Hilarious Trade Fails | Off The Job Podcast Overtime
In this episode of Off The Job Podcast Overtime, Pete and Keiran recap their epic paintball weekend—complete with dodged bullets, questionable dance moves, and an unfortunate wasp attack on cameraman Robbie. Between laughs, they share wild on-s...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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32:30
From Lithuanian Farm to Electrician, Cults, and Quantum Energy: The Wild Life of Kimmy Sparks
In this mind-blowing episode of Off The Job Podcast, we dive deep with Kimmy Sparks—a qualified electrician, spiritual seeker, and self-made entrepreneur. From growing up on a remote Lithuanian farm to navigating North London sc...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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1:09:40
Electrician & Comedian Alan Bissell’s Hilarious Journey
In this electrifying episode of Off the Tools, host Pete welcomes Alan Bissell—founder of Artek Electrical, London cabbie, and rising stand-up comedian. Alan shares his candid and hilarious journey from driving double-decker bus...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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49:18
Festivals, Fights & Fury: From Amsterdam Antics to Epping Protests
In this unfiltered episode of Overtime, Kieran Yates and Peter Withers take listeners on a rollercoaster of stories, starting with wild festival tales, awkward family reunions, and their most outrageous Amsterdam experiences. But thing...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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42:20
From Carpentry to Clicks - The Trademark Digital Story
In this powerful and inspiring episode of Off The Job Podcast, we sit down with Stacey and Jack from Trademark Digital, the dynamic duo shaking up marketing for tradespeople. Discover how a serious health scare led Jack to leave...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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52:47
From Apprentice to Business Owner: IRB Heating’s Ian Talks Heat Pumps, Pricing & Trade Life
In this episode of Off The Job, Keiran and Pete kick off Season 7 with special guest Ian from IRB Heating. They talk about Ian’s journey from factory floors to founding his own heating business, and what it's like being self-emp...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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1:09:15
Dad Jokes, Van Life & Self Grooming Confessions
In this candid and hilarious episode of Off The Job Overtime, Pete Withers (aka Tradie Tales) and Kieran Yates catch up after Installer Show antics and dive into everything from drunken wedding weekends and divorce chats to groom...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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37:36
Plumbers vs Electricians Installer Live Show
🔥 It's trades vs trades in this special LIVE edition of the Off The Job Podcast from the Installer Show 2025!Join hosts Keiran Yates and Pete as they take to the stage for an absolutely wild, unscripted show...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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35:52
Season 6 Recap & Pete signs up for MAFS
That's a wrap on Season 6 for the Off The Job Podcast! Join Keiran and Pete in this episode of Overtime as they discuss the best moments and guests of Season 6! But the 'off the rails' conversations quickly return when Keiran convin...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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28:14
From Job Sites to the O2: How Tradesmen Are Dominating Stand-Up Comedy & Social Media
The footage is taken from the recent live episode on the 2nd June 2025In this special live episode of Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast, Pete and Keiran are joined by returning guests Daryl Robinson and ...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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1:34:07
Stag Do Kidnapping & Trade Tool Theft
In this outrageous and completely unfiltered episode, Pete and Kerian are back with full energy, plenty of laughs, and a healthy dose of chaos. From accidental sharts to stag do madness, it’s everything you'd expect from an Of...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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42:23
Fighting Back Against Tool Theft & Saving Mental Health – With Stephen Baker & Frankie Williams
In this powerful and emotional episode, Pete and Keiran sit down with Frankie Williams, the founder of Stolen Tools UK, and tradesman Stephen Baker to unpack the devastating impact of tool theft on UK tradespeople—and the g...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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1:00:04
From TikTok to Toolboxes: Ryan O’Sullivan on Building a Plumbing Brand with Personality
In this episode, Pete and Keiran sit down with Ryan O’Sullivan, whose viral mix of humour, relatable trade content, and honest insights has helped him build a strong personal brand alongside a successful plumbing business.Ryan sha...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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1:33:29
Trade DMs, Toilet Disasters & Installer Show Plans | Off The Job Podcast Overtime
In this outrageous episode of Off The Job Overtime, Pete and Kerian go off the rails with a mix of trade questions, embarrassing stories, and a whole lot of toilet trauma.Here’s what’s inside: 🔥 Three BBQ...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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30:37
Plumbing, Pricing & Heat Pumps: John Cruickshank on the Future of the Trade
In Season 6, Episode 7 of Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast, hosts Pete and Keiran sit down with renowned heating engineer John Cruickshank to talk about the past, present, and future of the plumbing and heating industry.From learning br...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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1:14:39