Hosted by Laura Faux · 🇺🇸 US · EN-GB · 37 episodes
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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.
Laura Faux hosts Life Of A Female Tradie, a leisure show with 37 episodes published.
After a non-stop run since starting recording in November 2024, I’m taking a short pause to reset and make the podcast more sustainable long-term. This isn’t goodbye — just a step back to ensure the show can last long te
Emma shares how she went from leaving school to becoming a self-employed decorator, and what it really takes to build a career in the trades as a woman. We talk about the value of hands-on experience, learning through mi
What does it take to reinvent your career and step into the trades later in life? Laura Bartlett shares how she transitioned from a long career in event management to building a successful business as a handywoman. In th
In this powerful and inspiring episode, I sit down with Mechanic Louise Baker, founder of Womanic, to explore her journey from passionate car enthusiast to successful female mechanic and business owner in the automotive
Professional arborist Holly Carroll shares her inspiring journey from working in a garden centre to building a successful career in arboriculture and tree surgery. Now a respected arborist and brand ambassador, Holly ope
What does it really take to move countries, rebuild your career, and succeed in architecture and interior design? Architect and interior designer Helga Hines shares her journey from Colombia to the UK, offering insight i
Going into National Apprenticeship Week I explore how Wickes, a UK nationwide retailer focused on trade environments, is investing in the future of skilled trades through its apprenticeship programme. Launched in 2019, t
Sophie Magee shares her powerful career transition from studying nursing at university to becoming an electrical apprentice. Sophie opens up about why she left healthcare, what drew her to the trades, and her passion for
Melissa Hall, a Liverpool-based painting and decorating professional, shares her journey of building a successful career in a male-crowded industry. From overcoming early challenges to finding freedom through self-employ
I sit down with Ria Kirby, a professional decorator with over 23 years of experience, to talk honestly about life as a female tradie and business owner of The Female Touch. Ria shares her journey through multiple jobs, i
What does it really take to leave the corporate world and build a successful construction business? In this episode, Melissa Potente shares her journey into commercial and residential construction, revealing the challeng
What does it take to become an award-winning stonemason working on one of Britain’s most historic landmarks? Well tune in and you might find out! I speak with Rachael Wragg, a stonemason at Lincoln Cathedral and winner o
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
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
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 th
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 pass
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 electric
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
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-
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 work outdoors
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