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TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide

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Torque & Tape — The Blue Collar Upskill Podcast is dedicated to the people who keep the world moving. Hosted solo with honesty and grit, this show is an educational space for anyone in the trades, on the jobsite, or building a better future with their hands. Each episode explores practical skills, how-to guidance, and trade knowledge that workers can apply right away. From tool breakdowns and step-by-step tutorials to safety tips and productivity hacks, Torque & Tape is built to teach and

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All Episodes

8:02

Repairing Loose Flooring or Tiles

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/08

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE, the work begins with a subtle sound most homeowners recognize but often ignore: the quiet click of a loose tile underfoot. What follows is a calm, hands-on journey into understanding why floors fail, how movement starts beneath the surface, and what it truly takes to restore stability without tearing everything apart. Told from the perspective of an experienced tradesman working in real time, this episode focuses on feel, judgment, and patience rather than quick

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10:10

Testing Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

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2026/01/07

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE, the task seems simple: testing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. But as the work unfolds, it becomes clear this isn’t just a routine household check — it’s a quiet confrontation with trust, responsibility, and the invisible risks we live with every day. Standing beneath the ceiling, listening for a sound that may one day decide whether you wake up or not, the narrator walks the listener through the deeper meaning behind a task most people rush through or

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8:04

Setting Up a Basic Home Tool Wall

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/06

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE, the listener stands shoulder-to-shoulder with an experienced tradesman as a blank garage wall becomes something far more important than storage. What begins as a simple setup turns into a lesson about order, confidence, and how the spaces we build quietly shape the way we work. Through calm guidance, lived mistakes, and professional judgment, the episode shows how a properly planned tool wall can change not just workflow, but mindset. This is not about hardware

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9:47

Detecting Mold and What to Do About It

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2026/01/05

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE, the focus shifts from tools and fasteners to something far more deceptive: mold. Told entirely through lived experience, the episode places the listener beside a seasoned tradesman as he walks through a home that appears clean, finished, and safe—yet quietly signals a deeper problem. Rather than chasing fear or worst-case scenarios, the story teaches how professionals actually detect mold: by reading air, moisture, smell, sound, and subtle changes in materials

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7:53

How to Insulate an Attic or Crawlspace

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/04

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE, the work happens above your head and beneath your feet—inside the quiet, uncomfortable spaces most homeowners avoid. The story unfolds beside a seasoned tradesman as he prepares to insulate an attic or crawlspace, explaining not just what to do, but how to think while doing it. This isn’t about stuffing fiberglass or rolling out foam. It’s about understanding airflow, heat loss, moisture, and the subtle signals that tell you when a space is finally sealed the

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8:41

Cleaning and Maintaining Gutters

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2026/01/03

Cleaning and Maintaining Gutters places the listener beside an experienced tradesman high above the ground, hands deep in wet leaves and compacted debris, restoring a system most homeowners underestimate. Told entirely in first person, the episode transforms a routine maintenance task into a lesson about water control, patience, and professional judgment. As rainwater pathways are reopened, the listener learns how small oversights quietly lead to structural damage, and how awareness, feel, and

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6:34

Replacing Screen Doors and Windows

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/02

Replacing screen doors and windows looks simple from the outside, but the real work happens in the details most people never notice. In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills, the listener is guided step-by-step through the lived, hands-on reality of removing and replacing screen doors and windows the way experienced tradespeople do it. The focus isn’t on rushing through instructions, but on understanding how frames, tracks, gravity, and alignment work together—or against each

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8:52

Re-caulking Windows and Baseboards

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/01

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills, an experienced tradesman walks the listener through the often-overlooked craft of re-caulking windows and baseboards. What begins as a simple cosmetic fix quickly reveals itself as a lesson in control, patience, and understanding how a house truly moves and breathes. Told entirely in a calm, first-person teaching voice, the episode blends real job-site experience with practical wisdom, showing how small details can dramatically change

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10:23

How to Replace a Thermostat

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2026/01/01

Replacing a thermostat feels intimidating to a lot of homeowners—not because it’s truly dangerous, but because it sits at the crossroads of electricity, comfort, and control. In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE, a seasoned tradesman walks you through the job the same way he learned it himself: slowly, thoughtfully, and without panic. Standing at the wall with the old thermostat exposed, he explains what’s really happening behind those wires, why most people get this task wrong, and how confidence

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9:36

Replacing a Door Handle or Lockset

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/01

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE, an experienced tradesman guides the listener through replacing a door handle or lockset—not as a quick hardware swap, but as a lesson in alignment, feel, and professional judgment. The story unfolds at the door itself, focusing on the subtle signals most people ignore: resistance, sound, balance, and touch. Instead of rushing, the listener learns how to slow down, read the door, and understand why small adjustments make the difference between a handle that works

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8:47

Fixing Cracked Tile or Grout Lines

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/01

A quiet crack in tile or grout is never just cosmetic. In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills, the listener is guided step-by-step through understanding, preparing for, and fixing cracked tile or grout lines the way a seasoned tradesperson would—by feel, sound, and judgment. The story unfolds from the floor up, revealing how small fractures signal movement, moisture risk, and long-term damage if ignored. This episode teaches not just how to repair the surface, but how to think

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9:45

Cleaning Air Vents and Filters for Healthier Air

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/01

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills, the listener is guided step by step through the often-overlooked task of cleaning air vents and replacing air filters for healthier indoor air. Told entirely in a calm, first-person mentor voice, the episode explains how air actually moves through a home, why dust and buildup quietly affect health and comfort, and how small details make a big difference. Rather than rushing through instructions, the episode focuses on awareness—what to

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9:52

Installing a Ceiling Fan Safely

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/01

TORQUE & TAPE — Installing a Ceiling Fan Safely places the listener on the ladder beside an experienced blue-collar tradesman as he calmly walks through one of the most misunderstood home projects. This episode isn’t about rushing through instructions or memorizing steps. It’s about understanding weight, motion, structure, and judgment before a single screw is tightened. Through lived experience, subtle safety awareness, and professional instinct, the story shows how a ceiling fan should feel

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9:13

How to Read a Water Meter and Spot Leaks

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/01

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills, an experienced tradesperson kneels beside a residential water meter and teaches you how to read it the way professionals do. What starts as a quiet moment in the grass becomes a lesson in understanding movement, pressure, and patience. The episode walks listeners through how water meters truly work, why leaks hide so well, and how to tell the difference between normal system behavior and costly problems. This isn’t about numbers on a

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7:43

Replacing a Showerhead for Better Pressure

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2026/01/01

inside the work itself. Standing beside an experienced tradesperson, the listener learns why shower pressure fails, how water really behaves at the final outlet, and what separates a rushed mistake from a clean professional result. This episode isn’t about swapping hardware—it’s about understanding feel, resistance, and judgment. Through lived experience, quiet corrections, and real job-site wisdom, the listener gains confidence to upgrade their shower safely and correctly. By the end, better

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8:16

How to Reseal a Bathtub or Sink

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/01

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills, the listener is guided step by step through the real craft of resealing a bathtub or sink—not as a checklist, but as a lived, hands-on experience. Told in strict first person, the episode teaches why seals fail, how water actually moves, and what a proper seal is meant to feel like over time. The focus is on judgment, patience, and understanding materials, not rushing through a cosmetic fix. By the end, the listener doesn’t just know how

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10:08

Fixing a Door That Won’t Latch

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/01

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills, the narrator stands beside a stubborn door that refuses to stay closed and uses the problem to teach a deeper lesson about alignment, patience, and professional judgment. Instead of rushing to replace parts or force the door shut, the episode breaks down what a door latch is really telling you when it fails. Through calm, conversational teaching, the listener learns how doors shift over time, why latches miss their mark, and how small

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6:39

Finding a Stud Without a Finder

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2026/01/01

In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills, the host teaches how to find a wall stud without using a stud finder, relying instead on understanding, touch, and judgment. Speaking in a calm, first-person mentor voice, the episode breaks down how walls are built, why studs follow predictable patterns, and how sound, feel, and logic work together to reveal what’s hidden behind drywall. Rather than offering shortcuts or tricks, the episode focuses on slowing down, reading the wall, and

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14:33

Repurposing & Recycling at Home

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2025/12/22

This series follows you through three hard-edged repurposing builds that turn discarded wood, metal, and mixed scraps into functional structures. Each chapter raises the pressure as you push worn materials past their limits, test their hidden flaws, and rebuild strength through discipline, accuracy, and controlled risk. From breaking down old pallets to reinforcing wall racks and building a weather-resistant outdoor workstation, the work demands sharp judgment and steady hands. Every decision

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13:34

Small Repairs That Save Big

TORQUE & TAPE — The Blue-Collar Skills Guide ·

2025/12/21

Small Repairs That Save Big shows you how to control the problems that drain money long before they turn into emergencies. You move through leaks, loose hardware, and surface damage with clear steps, steady pressure, and disciplined inspection. Each chapter teaches you how to stop small failures before they spread, turning simple fixes into long-term stability. The work is practical, gritty, and focused on building confidence through action.

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