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Circle Of Trades

Hosted by Travis Waldstein · business · EN · 128 episodes

About this Podcast:

Travis Waldstein of AireServ Heating and Air Conditioning in Council Bluffs Iowa decided it was time to create a podcast. Travis talks about all of the trades, not just heating and air. Listen for guests including other contractors, tradesmen, and everyone involved in keeping your home or office in top working order.

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Contact path

Public web form

Booking probability

33%

Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about Circle Of Trades

What is Circle Of Trades about?

Travis Waldstein of AireServ Heating and Air Conditioning in Council Bluffs Iowa decided it was time to create a podcast. Travis talks about all of the trades, not just heating and air. Listen for guests including other contractors, tradesmen, and everyone involved in keeping your home or office in top working order.

Who hosts Circle Of Trades?

Circle Of Trades is hosted by Travis Waldstein. The show has published 128 episodes to date.

What has Circle Of Trades covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Circle of Trades Council Bluffs Construction Projects Update" (7 October 2026, 28 minutes), "Circle of Trades Shifts Focus to Local Construction and Contractors" (30 September 2026, 28 minutes), and "Circle of Trades Travis Waldstein on Council Bluffs Growth and Local Business" (9 September 2026, 20 minutes).

How often does Circle Of Trades publish?

Circle Of Trades publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 32 minutes across 128 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Circle Of Trades?

Booking probability for Circle Of Trades is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Circle Of Trades requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Circle Of Trades's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Circle Of Trades?

The strongest fits for Circle Of Trades are Electrical, Plumbing & HVAC Contractors and Site Preparation & Other Trades. Circle Of Trades has a business audience.

About the host

Travis Waldstein hosts Circle Of Trades, a business show with 128 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #127

    Circle of Trades Council Bluffs Construction Projects Update

    Oct 7, 202628 min

    Travis Waldstein joins Todd Studer to discuss major construction projects underway across Council Bluffs, how weather has affected progress, and what these developments could mean for local businesses and residents.

  • Episode #126

    Circle of Trades Shifts Focus to Local Construction and Contractors

    Sep 30, 202628 min

    Todd Studer and Travis Waldstein explain the renewed direction for Circle of Trades with more local contractors, construction projects, apprenticeships, industry experts, and conversations about keeping business and...

  • Episode #124

    Circle of Trades Travis Waldstein on Council Bluffs Growth and Local Business

    Sep 9, 202620 min

    Travis Waldstein discusses construction progress at Whispering Oaks, local business growth, Council Bluffs data centers, and the value of direct community conversations. He also shares updates from his plumbing...

  • Episode #123

    Circle of Trades Basement Water Tips and Council Bluffs Development

    Sep 3, 202625 min

    Heavy rain puts sump pumps, gutters, and basement drainage to the test. This episode of Circle of Trades explores ways to keep water away from your home, then digs into local housing growth, construction projects, and...

  • Episode #122

    Circle of Trades Building the Next Generation of Skilled Tradespeople

    Aug 19, 202626 min

    Todd Studer and Travis Waldstein discuss the skilled labor shortage, apprenticeships, licensing, realistic earnings, infrastructure needs, and why teaching both technical skills and business fundamentals is essential to...

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  • Episode #121

    Circle of Trades Social Media Marketing and Supporting Local

    Aug 13, 202633 min

    Todd Studer and Travis Waldstein discuss social media marketing, the future of local media, and supporting the Council Bluffs Farmers Market through a program that helps children purchase fresh food from local vendors.

  • Episode #120

    Circle of Trades Why the Westfair Expansion Matters for Southwest Iowa

    Aug 7, 202624 min

    Todd Studer and Travis Waldstein record from Westfair 2026 and discuss the planned facility expansion its potential economic impact and why the investment could create new opportunities throughout Southwest Iowa.

  • Episode #119

    Circle of Trades Is Water Iowa’s Next Gold Rush? Data Centers, Farming and Who Is Responsible

    Jul 28, 202640 min

    Travis Waldstein and Todd Studer dig into Iowa’s growing water concerns, data centers, farming, nitrates, personal responsibility, and the realities of marketing a local service business.

  • Episode #117

    Circle of Trades On Location at Waldstein Plumbing

    Jul 8, 202625 min

    Travis Waldstein talks jobsite safety, OSHA training, AI in the trades, customer service, local media, and why hands-on trade work still depends on real people, real skill, and real community connection.

  • Episode #116

    Circle of Trades Licenses Local Rules and Foul Ball Survival

    Jul 1, 202651 min

    Travis Waldstein talks HVAC regulations, trade licensing, Council Bluffs growth, local politics, College World Series parking, and the foul ball Todd probably should have caught.

  • Episode #115

    Circle of Trades Travis Waldstein on Responsibility Community Debate and Lessons from Business

    Jun 22, 202648 min

    On this episode of Circle of Trades, Travis Waldstein talks through local debate, personal responsibility, mental health, business lessons, and why failure can often teach more than success.

  • Episode #114

    Circle of Trades Travis Waldstein On Summer HVAC Repairs

    Jun 15, 202630 min

    This episode of Circle of Trades features Travis Waldstein talking with Todd Studer about summer HVAC issues, cottonwood and dirt clogging air conditioning units, rising repair costs, older systems, replacement...

  • Episode #113

    Circle of Trades Travis Waldstein Talks Business Burnout Marketing and Southwest Iowa Growth

    May 27, 202641 min

    On this episode of Circle of Trades, Travis Waldstein talks about the realities of running a business in today’s economy, from rising fuel and material costs to the frustration of modern marketing and technology...

  • Episode #112

    Circle of Trades Local Business Rising Costs And HVAC Licensing Concerns

    May 12, 202641 min

    Todd Studer and Travis Waldstein talk spring HVAC and plumbing work, rising costs in the trades, local business updates, Rusty Cuts new ownership, supporting small town businesses, and concerns about licensing standards...

  • Episode #111

    Circle of Trades Camping Whiskey And Spring Service Calls At Botna Bend

    May 6, 202634 min

    Todd Studer and Travis Waldstein take Circle of Trades outdoors at Botna Bend Park for a laid back conversation about camping, local meat lockers, grilling, spring plumbing and HVAC calls, storm season, and protecting...

  • Episode #110

    Circle of Trades Spring Work Celebrate CB And Local Growth

    Apr 28, 202629 min

    Travis Waldstein joins Todd for a spring conversation covering mowing season, small engine repairs, Celebrate CB, Railroad Days, local construction growth, trade opportunities, and why southwest Iowa continues to feel...

  • Episode #109

    Circle of Trades Supporting Small Town Trades And Local Business

    Apr 21, 202636 min

    Travis Waldstein joins Todd for a conversation on why showing up for rural communities matters, how local trades are evolving, and why supporting small town businesses is critical to keeping southwest Iowa strong.

  • Episode #108

    Circle of Trades Impromptu Studio Drop In

    Apr 14, 202635 min

    An impromptu episode of Circle of Trades as Travis Waldstein stops by the studio and dives into real shop talk from septic installs to business growth plus a little Midwest sports and small town perspective along the...

  • Episode #107

    Circle of Trades Travis Waldstein Talks Iowa Hoops Business Growth And Getting Outside

    Apr 6, 202624 min

    Travis Waldstein leads the conversation on Iowa basketball’s surprising run, ongoing growth at Waldstein Plumbing and Air Serve, and the importance of getting outside and recharging this time of year. A mix of sports...

  • Episode #106

    Circle of Trades Travis Waldstein on spring service calls and Iowa Western apprenticeships

    Mar 23, 202617 min

    Travis Waldstein leads the conversation on the transition into spring HVAC and plumbing work, what customers are asking for right now, and how Iowa Western’s expanding apprenticeship programs are creating real...

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