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WIRED WATTSMART

Josh Torpey

Wired Wattsmart – Where blue-collar hustle meets real-world success.What started as straight-up electrical tips and trade talk has wired into something bigger. Join host Josh Torpey for honest conversations on entrepreneurship, blue-collar finance, building wealth as a tradesperson, and the real stories behind the businesses that power our world.From practical electrical advice and industry insights to inspiring Business Backstories interviews with owners, operators, and go-getters who turned skills into empires—you’ll get the motivation, money moves, and mindset shifts you actually need.Whether you’re an electrician, contractor, tradesperson, or just someone who respects hard work and smart money, this is your go-to podcast for staying wired, getting smarter, and building a life that doesn’t suck.New episodes drop regularly. Plug in and level up.

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29 episodes

  1. From Painting Houses to Building AI Companies | James Hatfield 50:50
  2. From Trucking to Electric Motorcycles: Building Ghost Moto With Davey LaPierre 2:08:52
  3. Project Management Part 2: The Office Side of Running a Construction Business 31:09
  4. Building a Business From Nothing | Melissa Brewer of MB Designs 1:28:43
  5. How to Lead a Job Site | Project Management Part 1 of 3 38:41
  6. Opportunity Meets Preparation | George Balowski 2:23:37
  7. Episode 18: Jeremy Shepherd's journey into entrepreneurship wasn't easy—but it's one built on persistence, calculated risks, and learning through experience. 1:38:14
  8. Most people see the finished business—they don't see what it took to build it. 26:03
  9. Leadership, Service & Public Safety | A Conversation with Jake Church 38:44
  10. The Biggest Hot Tub Mistakes Homeowners Make 13:15
  11. The Real Formula for Building Wealth | Art Torres 1:02:45
  12. Nobody Talks About The Reality of Entrepreneurship | Jeremy Sandino Yakima MMA 2:49:36
  13. From Tradesman to Business Owner: The Money Roadmap 27:12
  14. Blue Collar Guys Have An Edge 26:37
  15. What if young tradesmen started treating money like a tool instead of a problem? 17:43
  16. From Lineman To Investor 1:25:59
  17. From Dive Bar to Local Staple… Why He’s Selling Bill’s Place 57:54
  18. Taking the Leap: Balancing Ambition and Reality in Entrepreneurship 1:03:46
  19. How COVID Disrupted Supply Chains and Changed Electrical Industry Forever 52:07
  20. How Industrial Control Wiring Became a Distinct Skill Within Electricians’ Trade 58:56
  21. Building Wealth Through Real Estate and Business with Brad Chandler 1:19:36
  22. Josh Torpey sits down with Bryce Takamori of Graphite Construction to break down what it really takes to become a general contractor—and what most people don’t see behind the scenes. 1:11:16
  23. The Simple Step That Could Save You Thousands During Your Home Build 17:07
  24. From Green Apprentice to Lead: The Real Secrets to Success in the Electrical Trade 22:06
  25. Introduction to Electrical Safety Checks 13:30
  26. Standby Generators: What You Need to Know 20:08
  27. Unlocking the Future: Smart Home Basics 16:10
  28. Starting Your Electrical Career 22:05
  29. Zinsko Panels: A Homeowner's Guide 16:56