Life Of A Female Tradie
Real stories. Real tools. Real women.
Welcome to Life Of A Female Tradie — the podcast that gives voice to the women breaking ground in the trades. We share the honest, gritty, and inspiring journeys of female tradies thriving in a male-dominated industry.
Each episode features real conversations with women in construction and the skilled trades, tackling topics like apprenticeships, jobsite culture, career progression, mental health, physical demands, tools of the trade, and what it really takes to build a future in the field.
Whether you’re already on the tools, just getting started, or curious about what it’s like to be a woman in the trades — this podcast is your crew. We’re building each other up and breaking barriers with every episode.
Episodes
25 episodes
Reflections on Home Decor, Colour Trends & Coping with Grief During the Holidays with Joanne Hay
In this episode Laura is back with Joanne Hay to look back on the past year in decorating, exploring the biggest color trends, evolving styles, and the challenges faced within the trade. They share honest reflections on what worked, what change...
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Episode 25
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29:33
The Singing Brickie: Stage Lights and Building Sites with Female Bricklayer Holly Hudson
This episode takes you inside the life of Holly Hudson, the singing brickie, who shares her inspiring journey from performing on stage to becoming a bricklayer and opening up about the challenges of working on sites as a woman in the trades. Fr...
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Episode 24
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54:46
Football to Carpentry: Yasmin Poole's Inspiring Story of Equality, Skill & Career Growth
Today we dive into the inspiring story of Yasmin Poole, who entered the world of carpentry later in life after first pursuing a career in football. Her transition into the trades was shaped by resilience, passion, and the determination to carve...
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Episode 23
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54:58
The Happy Digger: Georgina Williams on Her JCB Career Journey
In this episode, I chat with Georgina Williams — The Happy Digger, a leading voice for women in construction and a skilled machine operator. She shares her journey from drama school to the construction industry, her passion for JCB machinery, a...
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Episode 22
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50:59
From Software Engineer to Electrician: Millie’s Inspiring Career Transformation
In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Millie, whose upbringing instilled in her a deep sense of discipline and a strong work ethic that continues to guide her career. From a young age, she learned electrical skills from her mothe...
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Episode 21
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1:09:47
Marketing, Mental Health & Women in the Trades: The Story Behind Trademark Digital
Ever wondered how trade professionals can turn their real-world skills into a thriving online brand? In this episode, Stacey and Jack from Trademark Digital share their incredible journey from Jack working in the trades industry to launching a ...
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Episode 20
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49:28
Crafting Change: Caroline talks Inclusivity, Entrepreneurship, and Life in the Trades
From designing kitchens to crafting custom furniture, Caroline’s journey is one of creativity, courage, and community. In this episode, she opens up about what it really takes to leave a stable career and step into self-employment as a furnitur...
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Episode 19
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32:57
Roofer, role model and business owner: Lily Struthers shares her journey
Lily Struthers owner of Bear House Build & Roofing Ltd; a successful roofer, role model, and business owner, joins me to share her inspiring journey with you awesome listeners!From her initial desire to
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Episode 18
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1:12:30
Part 2 - Wired For Success: Gina York; The Daughter, The Electrician
Last time, Gina and I left you wondering — did Gina actually know how to solve the wiring issue? Part 2 is here! We get right into the realities of being tradeswomen in the electrical industry, talking everything from problem-solvin...
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Episode 17
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48:32
Wired For Success: Gina York; The Daughter, The Electrician
Part 1 of 2 – In this episode I sat down with my friend Gina York, a self-employed female electrician, who shares her inspiring journey through the electrical trade. Gina opens up about her early experiences on the tools, the challenges of work...
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Episode 16
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52:39
Lighting The Way: Kimmy The Sparks on Life as a Tradie
From Lithuania to London and back, meet Kimmy the Sparks, the electrifying force rewiring what it means to be a female electrician. In this honest chat, Kimmy opens up about her personal development, breaking into what’s known as a male-crowded...
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Episode 15
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46:57
Structural Carpentry: A Woman Who's Leading The Way - Meet Chippie Em
Discover how female carpenter Emily aka Chippie Em turned an unexpected career twist into a thriving profession in the skilled trades. After a plumbing apprenticeship didn’t pan out, Emily discovered her true calling in carpentry. What started ...
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Episode 14
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37:55
Plumby Mummy’s Inspiring Take on Plumbing, Bias, and ADHD
Discover how Sophie Keepence, “Plumby Mummy” is breaking barriers as a female plumber in a traditionally male-dominated trade. In this inspiring interview, Sophie shares her path into the plumbing industry, from navigating trade college and bui...
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Episode 13
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46:47
She’s electric electrical: A story of resilience, growth and reinvention, Meet Megan
Meg’s path to becoming an electrician is anything but ordinary. From overcoming health challenges to celebrating her 30th birthday hugging cows, she brings a refreshingly real perspective on resilience, integrity in the trades, and carving your...
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Episode 12
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56:00
The Carpentry Girl: From lecture halls and cramming, to Injury Recovery, and site work
Ever wondered what it’s really like to swap textbooks for tool belts? In this episode of Life of a Female Tradie, Michelle aka The Carpentry Girl; shares her career journey from leaving university to jump into the world of carpentry. She dives ...
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Episode 11
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44:40
Beth Yates Talks Burn-Out, The Best Apprentice, and a Nightmare job in the Decorating Trade
In this episode I sit down with Beth Yates, a self-employed painter and decorator, as she opens up about her journey from traditional employment to running her own successful decorating business. Beth shares the real-life challenges of being se...
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Episode 10
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29:49
Pipes, Pressure & Perseverance: Lisa’s Plumbing Apprenticeship Journey
This week I talk with Lisa, an apprentice plumber and gas engineer, about her incredible journey from the fitness industry to the plumbing trade as an apprentice. Lisa shares the challenges and rewards of a plumbing apprenticeship, from masteri...
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Episode 9
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33:42
Surveying Sites to Safety Boots: Sophie Perkins’ Construction journey as a Chartered Building Surveyor
This conversation with Sophie Perkins is more than a career story — it’s about driving change in the construction industry. From women’s safety gear and PPE to mentorship and representation.We discuss the challenges and advancements in p...
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Episode 8
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54:41
Restoring Heritage one mould at a time: Fibrous plasterer Mary-Havana Little
Let me introduce traditional fibrous plasterer Mary-Havana Little, she shares her remarkable journey into the world of heritage plastering and restoration craftsmanship. As a passionate advocate for traditional trades and one of the few women i...
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Episode 7
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39:34
From Visual Merchandiser to House Painter & Mural Artist – Pamela's Creative Career Journey
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Pamela from Pamela’s Painted Spaces, a professional house painter and mural artist, to explore her journey from working in visual merchandising to building a fulfilling career as a self-employed creati...
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Episode 6
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40:34
A Bench Joiners Story of Skill, Social Media and Generational Trade - Meet Sal
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sal, a skilled bench joiner from Nottingham, whose passion for woodworking runs deep through generations of family tradition. Sal opens up about her journey into the craft, painting a vivid picture of...
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Episode 5
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25:30
TaskHer: Your Go-To for Female Trades Professionals
In this conversation, Anna Moynihan, co-founder of TaskHer, shares her journey from a varied background in television production and marketing to creating a platform that connects homeowners with tradeswomen. She discusses the challenges faced ...
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Episode 4
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41:43
Transform your Health and your Home with Sharon Norton-Marshall - Decorator & Trade Health Coach
Sharon Norton-Marshall shares her journey from being a decorator for 25 years to becoming a health coach focused on improving the mental health and well-being of decorators and tradespeople. She discusses her personal struggles with mental heal...
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Episode 3
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1:11:18
Chisel, Mallet and a killer Mullet: Rosie the Stonemason and Carver
In this conversation, Rosie, a skilled stonemason and stone carver, shares her journey into the trade, the skills and tools required, and the importance of patience in her work. She discusses the challenges of working with natural stone, the ba...
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Episode 2
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41:18
Beyond The Brush with Joanne Hay Decorating
In this episode, Jo shares her journey in the decorating industry, discussing her background, emphasising the importance of social media in building her business, and the challenges she faces as a self-employed decorator. She shares the importa...
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Episode 1
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52:45