Episodes

Welcome back to The Give Us The Dirt Podcast! In Episode 5, hosts Brandon and Bam Bam are joined by a true industry expert and standout operator, Russell Davis, from Hoopaugh Grading Company (HGC). Russell brings an impressive 20 years of experience to the table, having started running equipment at the young age of 8, learning the ropes from his father and uncle. Voted the best operator at Hoopaugh Grading by his peers, Russell's wealth of knowledge and hands-on expertise make him a valuable gue...

Deep Insights - A Journey In Mining with John Keane In Episode 4, Brandon and Bam Bam welcome special guest, John Keane. John is a Senior Project controller at OceanaGold, a gold and copper producer. John brings a wealth of experience and passion for safety and education in the mining industry. Originally from the west coast, he made a move to South Carolina without a clear career path but with a strong desire for change. John worked his way through college in construction, where he developed a ...

Welcome to the Give Us The Dirt Podcast, where we dig into the stories in the world of construction. In this episode, join hosts Brandon and Bam Bam as they sit down with Javan Browning, the co-owner of The Browning Group (TBG). At 18 years old, Javan made his entry into the industry, wearing various hats as a laborer, operator, surveyor, trainer, supervisor, and truck driver. Today, at the young age of 24, he is the joint owner in TBG, a thriving civil infrastructure company specializing in dir...

On this episode of the Give Us The Dirt Podcast, we dig deep into the world of mining and uncover the fascinating stories, challenges, and innovations within this rugged industry. Join us as Brandon and Bam Bam sit down with a true mining expert, Ron Lindsey, to explore the gritty, yet vital world of mining and mining safety. Ron's journey into mining is a story of family tradition and dedication to service. Hailing from a lineage of miners, Ron's connection to the industry runs deep. After serv...

In this episode, Brandon and Bam Bam sit down with Austin Contin, a visionary in the construction industry with a family legacy spanning over a century. As the driving force behind Tenna, a cutting-edge Construction Equipment Management platform, Austin shares his journey from a heritage rich in construction to becoming the tech-savvy co-founder of a company creating game-changing solutions. Discover how Austin's deep roots in the industry, coupled with his entrepreneurial spirit, led to the inc...

And just like that, we have wrapped up our first full series of the Give Us The Dirt podcast. What a journey this has been! Over the past eight weeks, we have heard stories, relived experiences, and reflected on ourselves to better understand How NOT To Be A Leader. We learned a couple of new terms like ‘fail forward’ and ‘quiet quitting’ and we understand, now more than ever, that it’s all about the people. Throughout this series, we were so inspired by the focus on collaboration and continuous...

Dan Davis, President of Davco Roofing & Sheet Metal, is joined with Brandon and Bam Bam in the studio for this week's episode. They are here to let you in on the secret to the "Influencer Game" and the art of rallying a team towards a common goal. Together, Dan, Bam Bam, and Brandon engage in a captivating discussion on the power of humility, the significance of acknowledging when we don't know something and emphasizing the importance of collaborative problem-solving. Discover how successful tea...

Welcome back to the Give Us the Dirt podcast! Brandon and Bam Bam are back in the studio for the latest episode, “What Strategy?”, with special guest Henry Batten, President of Concrete Supply, the Carolinas’ premier ready-mix concrete producer! “What Strategy?” digs deep into the difference between a strategy-minded leaders and crisis-leaders. Henry gives us the dirt as he shares his personal stories and examples on this topic. From past companies to current endeavors, Henry reflects on what st...

Join hosts Brandon and Bam Bam in Episode 5 of the Give Us The Dirt podcast as they welcome a very special guest, Jim Rhodes, the Senior Vice President of Wayne Brothers, Inc. and head of their Civil Group. In this week's episode focused on "Emotional Intelligence", they discuss the crucial role of self-awareness in leadership. Jim shares his personal journey towards enhancing his self-awareness and emotional intelligence as a leader and how this strategy helps him in his personal and profession...

Welcome back to the Give Us The Dirt Podcast, where hosts Brandon and Bam Bam present our new series titled "How Not To Be A Leader." Join us in this episode as we delve into the world of ineffective leadership in the workplace. Our special guest, Tim Franks, the remarkable Founder and President of Tarheel Drilling & Blasting, Inc., joins the discussion. In this explosive episode, we explore the concept of "quiet firing," a term coined to describe situations where managers fail to provide their ...

Join hosts Brandon and Bam Bam for the podcast series, “How Not To Be A Leader.” In Episode 3, "Oh No We've Got A Flat," they delve into the intricacies of team leadership during challenging times. In this episode, they sit down with the esteemed Kristin Parker, General Manager of Ascendum, one of the United States' premier construction equipment dealers. With over 29 years of experience and a stellar reputation for delivering exceptional customer solutions, Kristin shares her invaluable insight...

Welcome to "Protect & Defend Vs. Learn & Grow," the podcast where hosts Brandon and Bam Bam dive into the complex world of leadership dynamics. In this episode, they are joined by a respected guest, Jason Richmond, the Chief Operating Officer at BuildWitt. BuildWitt is on a mission to make the Dirt World a better place by developing people-focused software, media, and services. With his impressive 25-year tenure in various roles within the industry, including grading/paving crew, estimator/proje...

Welcome to "Gotcha Culture," the podcast episode that challenges traditional management approaches and explores the power of catching your employees doing something - anything - right. Hosted by Brandon and Bam Bam, this insightful show brings you with a leader who is reshaping the way we lead and inspire others. In this episode, were joined by our friend, Alex Judd, the Founder of Path for Growth. As the Founder of Path for Growth, Alex is on a mission to help impact-driven leaders step into th...

Get ready for the electrifying podcast premiere of Give Us The Dirt, "Series 1: How Not To Be A Leader"! In Episode 0, join us as we introduce our dynamic duo, Brandon and Bam Bam, who are taking the podcasting world by storm. From their infectious chemistry to their unwavering passion for thought-provoking conversations, this sneak peek gives you a taste of what's to come in this hard-hitting series. Get ready to dig into engaging discussions, unique perspectives, and an unstoppable energy that...

Hey Give Us The Dirt Listeners – we’ve missed you! Our creative team has been hard at work constructing an engaging new series. On "How Not To Be a Leader", we will hear the horror stories of bad leadership and learn what not to do! Whether you are a new leader looking to avoid becoming the LOSER at the top, feared or hated by all, or you're a seasoned leader looking in the rearview mirror and wondering where and why you ran off the road. Series guests will share their personal experiences with ...

Step down from the C-Suite and listen to this episode of Give Us The Dirt where we dig into Josh Bradshaw's 13-year journey with ECS! His first-hand experience of working his way from an intern to a leadership position is a story you won't want to miss!

It was such a privilege to have a legend of the dirt world on Give Us The Dirt! Alan Barfield of Barfield Grading has been a key player in the Charlotte construction industry for nearly 40 years! Tune in today as we dig in with Alan on the past, present, & future of Barfield Grading.

This week we were joined by Angela Gardner & Christi Powell of Women Talk Construction! They are doing amazing work to change the narrative of women in the construction industry and it was a joy having them in the studio!

What started as a casual e-mail turned into a fantastic episode of Give Us The Dirt, featuring Justin & Joel Barbour of Barbour Brothers Construction Inc from Pikeville, NC. Brandon & the Barbours touched on everything from Joel & Justin's upbringing to the state of family-owned businesses in the 2022 dirt world. Tune in!

When you lead with passion & a good attitude, positive things tend to follow. There is no better example of this than the President of CW Matthews Contracting, Dan Garcia... who we had the pleasure of having on this episode of Give Us The Dirt!

In this episode, we sat down with HGC's own, Katie Page. Katie is HGC's Director of Team Development and has been crucial in the cultivation of our award-winning culture & industry-leading training efforts. Intro - (0:00) || Katie's Beginnings - (2:55) || Her Path to HGC - (4:30) || What is the Team Development Group? - (10:03) || Deep Dive into the HGC Academy & Other Training Efforts - (22:18) || Investing into Leaders - (34:00) || BuildWitt & Other Partnerships (37:30) || Give Us The Dirt - ...

It's not often that you get to sit down with a construction lifer, but if you get the chance... record it! That's exactly what we did on the latest episode of Give Us The Dirt, featuring Walker Moffitt of Sharpe Bros. Intro - (0:00) || Walker's Upbringing & Early Days in the Business - (5:55) || Peddling Furniture - (18:35) || A New Business - (21:09) || "Can you make one more bad deal?" - (29:50) || The Path to Sharpe Bros. - (31:50) || "This is like playing golf for me" - (34:55) || The Drivi...

On today's episode of Give Us The Dirt we are thrilled to have Amy Sullivan, President & CEO of ABC Carolinas on Give Us The Dirt! Amy & Brandon sit down to discuss her story, ABC Carolinas, and how the construction industry can work together to develop the workforce. You don't want to miss this one! Intro & Amy's Beginnings - (0:00) || Amy's Path to ABCC Carolinas during COVID - (6:30) || Breakdown of ABC Carolinas Today - (9:50) || Current Themes in the Industry & Workforce Development - (19:2...

On the latest episode of Give Us The Dirt, we have our first ever returning guest! Brian McManus took one for the team over a year ago and agreed to be our very first guest. Not knowing what in the world he was getting into, Brian agreed to go along with our craziness and share his story on air… probably because he had very little expectation that anyone would hear it outside of our company! Little did we know that that first episode and his story would become the catalyst for something awesome....