Tradeswomen Talk
Every hard hat hides a story you wouldn’t believe.
Tradeswomen Talk is where those stories finally get told. From the plumbers and electricians to the carpenters and ironworkers, host Judaline Cassidy sits down with the women, and the men who stand with them, building America with their own two hands
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Their journeys aren’t just about finding work in construction. They’re about finding themselves. Expect tears, triumphs, big laughs, and bigger lessons on what it really takes to thrive in a male-dominated industry.
It’s our time!
We Can Do It!
Jobs Don’t Have Genders!®
Episodes
42 episodes
She Builds, She Teaches, She Transforms: Char Miller- King
In this episode of Tradeswomen Talk, I sat down with Char Miller-King. woodworker, teacher, mom of twins, and the creative force behind the Wooden Maven.We talk about her journey into the trades, how she built her brand, and the...
Breaking Barriers To Building Legacy: Karen Grando
On this episode of Tradeswomen Talk, I’m sitting down with the powerhouse Karen Grando a true boss who worked for everything she has and then went back and did the extra.Karen didn’t wait for opportunities… she ...
Earned Not Given: Maria Ford
Leadership isn’t handed to you.It’s earned.In this episode, Maria Ford and I go beyond titles and talk about the real foundation of next-level leadership, discipline, accountability, and the courage to lead with vulnerability....
Leadership Without Ego: Kevin Khemraj
What does real leadership look like in the trades when the title comes off and the responsibility stays on?In this episode of Tradeswomen Talk, we sit down with Kevin Khemraj, Vice President of Welkin Mechanical, for a powerful conversat...
Pipes, Purpose & The Power Of The Trades: Vinny Arnese
We’re turning up the volume with a leader who proves that real influence is built on integrity, intention, and purpose. This episode is about leadership with heart, responsibility with backbone, and building something that lasts.Meet Vin...
Metal, Moxie + Latina Magic: Leticia “Letty” Bejarano
We’re turning up the heat with a woman who brings fire, fashion, and fierce advocacy everywhere she goes.Meet Leticia “Letty” Bejarano — a 12-year Arizona tradeswoman who welds with precision, bends sheet metal like a boss with Local 359...
Hard Truths + Heart: Ke Taylor
On this episode of Tradeswoman Talk, your favorite duo, Andrea and I — sit down with the powerful and unapologetic Ke… and trust me, this one hits different. Ke opens up about growing up without a clear purpose, wandering through li...
Union Made, Union Strong: Chelsea Fenton
Grab your hard hat and your attitude, because this episode is serving steel-toed sisterhood and straight-up union pride! We’re chopping it up with Chelsea Fenton — laborer, leader, and certified “get-the-job-done-and-d...
Mother & Daughter Building Together: Hellen Harris & Carey Mercer.
With excitement…introducing …..Hellen Harris retired union laborer ( Andrea Harris Mom ) and Carey Mercer local 28 sheet metal worker ( Judaline Cassidy Daughter. )This episode is special Mother’s Day episode is sponso...
Blue-collar+ Hard work+ Pride = Millions: Ken Rusk
With excitement…introducing Ken RuskKen Rusk is an Ohio-based entrepreneur and best-selling author of the New Times best selling Blue Collar Cash.Ken started his first job as a ditch digger at age fifteen and tu...
How Traditions And Family Influence’s Business: Jennie Ho
With excitement…introducing …..Jennie HoJennie Ho is a global business entrepreneur and CEO of Beiter Technologies and Woodwell Tools Group also known as MujingFang a 2nd generation family-owned manufacturing b...
Teaching A New Generation Of Bricklayers: Jacqueline Townsend
With excitement…introducing Jacqueline Townsend Brick by brick Jaqueline Townsend have building a foundation in her career as a Bricklayer for 17 years.Jackie fell in love with this trade the after attending Chicago Women in...
Connecting Architecture To Purpose: D’ Smith Alexander
With excitement, let us introduce to you Dwayne Smith Alexander.Mr Alexander is a proud first generation Jamaican American base between New York City and the Caribbean. He earned Bachelors of Architecture degree at H...
Tradeswomen Talk Trailer Episodes mix.
Hello fam.. we’re launching our brand spanking new season of Tradeswomen Talk. Andrea and I have had the privilege of sharing the inspirational stories of women and men who believe that they have found their highway working in...
Building A Powerful Foundation Together: Shamika & Jason Minisee.
With excitement, let us introduce to you Shamika & Jason Minisee Founders and owner of Presidential Concrete. Partners in life for 18 years and partners in business for 17, Shamika, a business consultant, and ...
Metal Fabrication is Her Business:Gabrielle Shelton
With excitement, let us introduce to you Gabrielle Shelton Gabrielle is a sculptor, architectural metalworker, and founder of Shelton Studios Inc. in Brooklyn, NY has been described as “the rare combination of craftsperson an...
Lighting The Path IBEW 134: Beatrice Thompson.
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Tradesman + Educator = Trailblazer : Dwight Threepersons
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Plumbing Against Everyone : Hugo Sajid
With excitement, let us introduce to you Hugo SajidThe one word that comes to mind when I listen his story is “Mindset”Mindset is all about the moment you wake up to the moment you rest your head at night. He...
One Photo Tells A Story: Tara Garner
With excitement, let us introduce to you Tara GarnerShe is the founder and creative eye behind Under Construction Photography, social media and marketing development in the construction industry. She hails from ...
Move Over Bob! We got this!: Angela Cacace
With excitement, let me introduce to you Angela Cacace.She’s one of the star players pulling the pieces together for the circle of equality in the trades. This circle is built on women builders, achievers, trailblazers, educato...
Sistas’ Behind The Mic: Andrea Harris & Judaline Cassidy.
With excitement, Introducing the hosts of Tradeswomen Talk Andrea Harris and Judaline Cassidy Andrea Harris Here is a quote about Andrea that will stand out when you hear her story “She led the wa...
An Electrician Who Found His Passion For Investing: Blayne Harding
With excitement, let us introduce to you Blayne Harding Blayne lives his life by one mantra “No excuses no explanations”This mantra has help him rise above difficulties and struggles both in his ca...