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A podcast for Pipefitters L.U. 533, United Association Members and their customers to learn more about Pipefitters Local 533 of Kansas and the Mechanical Piping and HVAC Service Industry in both Kansas City and from across the country. Hosted by Curtis Ohlde of L.U. 533, listen in as new episodes will drop every other week with Bonus Episodes in between scheduled weeks.
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Derek and Giles talk to all sorts of working people and learn about their jobs. Is the grass greener on the other side? Are you looking to start a new career but scared to take the jump? Tune into this podcast, and maybe you'll find your new dream career!
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Celebrating 75 Years: A Journey with Holmberg Mechanical
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Join host Curtis Ohlde in this episode of Fitter Talk as he sits down with Angela White, a key figure at Holmberg Mechanical based in the Seattle, Washington Area. As a signatory contractor with UA Local 32, Holmberg Mechanical boasts a rich history in the mechanical industry. Angela shares her personal journey within the company, highlighting her …
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In this episode of Fitter Talk we go back to "Tech Talk" as host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Victaulic Rep, Nathan Noland. Nathan share a little about his background before coming to his current role with Victaulic. Victalulic was first started in London in 1919 as Victory Pipe Joint Company as part of the war effort. Then in 1924 came to North Ame…
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For this Episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with co-instructor Craig Hickson to go over current events. A regular interview will not be part of this episode due to some scheduling conflicts but be sure to look for those as they will likely drop weekly until caught back up on regular schedule. Noted in Breaktime from episode 1, Jack…
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Steve Parsons - Pipefitter Local 537, Boston, Massachusetts
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down once again in his home away from home (Holiday Inn Express) to talk with Steve Parsons a member of UA Pipefitter Local 537 in Boston, Massachusetts. Steve starts out sharing about Cathy Merkel the 35+ years Registrar for the International Training Fund. Tuesday of this week, Cathy sent out…
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Why Use Union Labor - Jeff Gilliland Engineer with KU Med Center
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, unfortunately coming out two weeks later than planned. Host Curtis Ohlde once again sits down with Craig for catching up on some current events along with Backflow Classes that Craig will have coming up. Then kicks off an new series on Why to use Union Labor with lead Engineer at KU Med Center, Jeff Gilliland. Jeff g…
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UA Local 100 with Ben Bradshaw - Business Manager
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits back down with the One & Only, Pat O'Hara. Didn't realize while recording but we have a fan hummin in the background, so please bare with until we can re-edit and see about isolating to remove. Pat shares current events coming up with the local then some of his takeaways from the Construction W…
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Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference Follow Up
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde is joined by Tresa Reece with LU 50 and Carrie Crosby of LU 23 to talk about the two of them recently attending the Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference December 1-3, 2023. We catch up with Tresa who was on the podcast with her husband Frank in Episode 2. Then get introduced to Carrie as she shares …
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Max Kobelski a trainer with Turbocor to learn about oil-less magnetic bearing technology. First, Max shares a little bit of the history of the compressor to current date then talks about the evolution of the compressor over time. In addition Max shares some of more technical aspects o…
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Local Spot Light - Marc Gallego with UA Local 469
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits back down with Pat O'Hara for an extended Break Time as they bring current events to UA LU 533 while attending the MCAA 2024 Safety Conference in Tucson, Arizona. In addition they share some of the takeaways of the conference and some of the information they will be taking back to the Safety Pr…
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Pat O'Hara who's back from the trenches of working at the Battery Plant as well as Robin and Nancy with Mindful Momentum to talk about the Peer Support Program. Robin and Nancy both share their backgrounds as well as the path to starting the Peer Support program from early discussions…
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde does an extended Break Time with Craig Hickson. Craig gives an update on the Hickson Fixin' Sourdough Starter. Shares about class and Christmas Break plans. Then Curtis gives an update on events and classes coming up for the both the Union Hall and Training Center. Be sure to stop by the Training Ce…
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So you want to be a Pipefitter - Chris McGhee Service Side
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Pipefitters Local 533 Training Coordinator Chris McGhee to talk about the Service Side of the Training Center. First Chris shares a little personal background as well as his role as the Coordinator. Then talks about what he would recommend for a background and what anyone apprentice o…
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Going International with Paddy Kavanagh - Connect Trade Union
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In this weeks episode 10 of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde goes International to talk with Paddy Kavanagh the General Secretary for the Connect Trade Union which joined the United Association in 2015. Paddy talks about their 40,000 skilled crafts women and men that the Trade Union represents, Density (Market Share) of union labor in Ireland along w…
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So you want to be a Pipefitter - Pete Smith Construction Side
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde once again sits down with Craig Hickson. Craig gives us an update on the Sourdough Bread and needing a name. He also gives an update on status of Codes Class then discuss briefly about our episode topic, So you want to be a Pipefitter. Craig shares a few things from the Service Side that he feels wo…
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In this Bonus Episode on the 2023 Local 533 Health Fair, host Curtis Ohlde sits down for Break Time with Craig Hickson once again to get an update on the Sourdough. If you have any suggestions for Craig's 3-1/2 year old Sourdough be sure to reach out to us. Craig shared about his time while attending the Health Fair. Curtis then interviewed Krisha …
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with volunteers from the 2022-23 Journeyman HVAC Class to talk about why it was important for them to take not only this class but other continuing education classes. This episode recording was the first recording for Fitter Talk. Fitter Talk is a production of Cow Town Productions L.L.C. …
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Craig Hickson for Break Time. Craig shares a little about himself in the trade for LU 533 and as a Training Instructor. Craig also shares why he decided to be part of the Peer Support Program. If you are a member of LU 533 be sure to check out the Peer Support Page on the local533.com…
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Continued Education with Shiney - Why Pipefitter Safety?
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde fly's solo for a quick break time giving updates. Then sits down with LU 533 Journeyman Eric Seigler "Shiney" to talk about continued education classes for Journeyman and of all classes to take, Pipefitter Safety (OSHA-30). They also discuss and critique the classes on what can be done better to imp…
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Transitioning to Helmets with Milwaukee Tool
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In this Episode 4 of Fitter Talk. Host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Pat O'Hara for Break Time with Pat. They congratulate Cole Rogers for winning the Welding Competition last year during the International Training Program and Jacob Lee winning the HVAC division at this years ITP. Pat gave an update on MINK, up coming golf tournament and Clay Shoot. …
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In this episode of Fitter Talk, Host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Pat O'Hara for Break Time and this discuss current events and wrap up from attending the International Training Program in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Then Curtis sits down with David Miguel a Safety Specialist in Trenching, Shoring, Confined Space, Emergency Retrieval as well a OSHA-30 inst…
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In today's episode of Fitter Talk, your host Curtis Ohlde sits down for Break Time with Patrick O'Hara to discuss current events. Then onto the main guests Tresa and Frank Reece of UA Local 50 in Toledo Ohio. Tresa and Frank share some personal stories as well as being not only part of the UA Family but also having two sons in UA Local 50 as well. …
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Reflecting with Jack Hicklin & Dave Young
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In this Episode 1 of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with two of his mentors Jack Hicklin and Dave Young to Reflect over their careers as Pipefitters and going over the work, the changes, challenges, mentors they had and what it means to them to be a skilled craftsman with L.U. 533 and the United Association. Fitter Talk is a production of…
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Welcome to Fitter Talk. Join your host Curtis Ohlde a member of L.U. 533 and United Association as he sits down with local members and members from the UA as they share information about their locals, talk with retirees, journeyman, apprentices, contractors and customers. Topics to go over but not limited to are reflecting over a career as a Union …
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High School Social Studies Teacher and E-Sports Coach - Chris
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Chris is a secondary education teacher and E-Sports Coach specializing in Social Studies. He tells us about what drew him to the job, as well as the new and burgeoning field of competitive video games (E-Sports) in high schools all across the country. We hope you find this conversation as entertaining and informative as we do!…
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Amanda is a former Trucker. She only worked as a trucker for a short time, however, her experiences as a woman working in the trucking industry provide a unique and interesting perspective on the job. We talk about how she got into the industry, why she left, and everything in between (even lot lizards). We hope you find it interesting and entertai…
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David is a Pipefitter for the railroad. He's worked in that position for nearly 17 years, and his time on the railroad has given him an immense depth of understanding what it means to be a railroader. This conservation covers everything from how to replace a railroad track to the effects working for the railroad can have on a person and his or her …
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Jon is a former Automated Logistics Tech and Infantryman for the Army National Guard. He tells us all about why he signed up for the military, how he ended up working in the position he worked, and how he wound up serving in Afghanistan during the 20 year U.S. occupation of the country. He tells great stories about his personal experiences in the N…
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Walter is a Pharmacy Technician. He works full-time in an oncology department inside a hospital preparing drugs and treatments for chemotherapy. He's worked in many different positions as a pharmacy technician, and he tells us all about the job and its many facets. We hope you find this conversation just as informative and entertaining as we did!…
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Conservation Technician w/ Game and Parks Department - Brandon
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Brandon is a former Conservation Technician with the Game and Parks Department. His was a seasonal position where he assisted Game Wardens in the maintenance of public wetlands and wildlife, ensuring a healthy biome for years to come. He's run into mountain lions and wrangled geese, and we hope you find them as informative and entertaining as we di…
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Freelance Photographers - Brayden and Brittli
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Brayden and Brittli are Freelance Photographers. Brayden works full-time shooting photo and video for weddings and more, while Brittli works part-time shooting photos for family photo sessions, senior pictures, and more. These ladies talk all about how they started their businesses, what it takes to go full-time as a photographer, and what the job …
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Loss Prevention Specialist - Michael
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Michael is a former Asset Protection Associate at Walmart, a job better known as a Loss Prevention Specialist. During his time at the job, it was Michael's responsibility to reduce company losses, most interestingly, by stopping shoplifters in the act. He tells us all about the job and plenty of fun stories to go along with it. We hope you find it …
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