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From The Plasterers Podcast Its The Mick & Dave Load of Bollocks Show

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The Plasterers Podcast

“That’s Skimming Alright”

Two lads. One mic. Not a clue — and that’s exactly how we like it.

Join Mick and Dave as they trade their trowels for tall tales, bringing you a fortnightly mix of banter, site stories, and pure plastering chaos. Whether you’re on the job or on the sofa, expect laughs, lessons, and the kind of chat you didn’t know you needed.

If you’re easily offended, best give this one a miss. But if you’re up for a good laugh, crack open a beer, sit back, and enjoy.

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From Trowel to Teacher Episode 2 The Interview

Season 1 · Episode 2

Monday, September 29, 2025 • Duration 31:34

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🎙 Episode 2: "From Trowel to Teacher" – A Must-Listen for Tradespeople Thinking About Teaching

Attention all tradesmen and tradeswomen!

You’ve spent years perfecting your craft — ten, maybe twenty — but you don’t have a piece of paper to prove it. Most days, you’re chasing work, chasing payments, and barely finding time to breathe. The van needs a service, the taxman’s knocking, and taking a proper holiday feels impossible.

Ever catch yourself thinking: There has to be a better way to make a living?

This episode is for you.

Join Mick and Dave on "That’s Skimming Alright" as they share their journey from life on the tools to life in the classroom. In Episode 2, they break down how they made the leap from trades to teaching — including tips on the college interview process.

Expect a fun, lighthearted chat, plenty of laughs, and some great music to top it all off.

🎧 Tune in now and find out how you could swap the trowel for a teaching career!

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Lath and Plaster – A Trade Magazine for The Plastering Industry Run by Plasterers for Plasterers

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Welcome to the 12th edition of Lath and Plaster!

Season 2 · Episode 1

Thursday, September 25, 2025 • Duration 01:04

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Welcome to the 12th edition of Lath and Plaster!

Why Yellow Pine is Essential for Plastering Techniques

We’re excited to share some big news – we’ve just launched our very own podcast, That’s Skimming Alright. Hosted by Mick and Dave from our editorial team, this is the first of many episodes to come, so make sure to give it a listen.

Why Yellow Pine is Ideal for Devil Floats – by Mick Hargreaves
Celebrating 25 Years: Dutch Guild of Plasterers in the UK – by Keith Langden
Why Traditional Plastering Skills Are Disappearing – by David Winchester
Reviving Norfolk Craft Heritage: A Pargetting Journey – by James Collier

We hope you enjoy this issue, tune into the podcast, and share your feedback with us. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an edition!

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Lath and Plaster – A Trade Magazine for The Plastering Industry Run by Plasterers for Plasterers

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From Trowel to Teacher Episode 1 The Overview

Season 1 · Episode 1

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 • Duration 34:06

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Thinking about getting into teaching plastering but not sure where to start?

Mick and Dave have spent years on the tools before moving into the classroom, bringing over three decades of combined experience teaching plastering.

In this episode, we explore the journey from trowel to teacher. You’ll learn what qualifications are actually required, how to make the leap from site work to education, and what it’s really like to train the next generation of plasterers.

Whether you’re ready for a career change or simply curious about passing on your skills, this episode will give you a clear picture of the opportunities — and the challenges — of teaching the trade.

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From Trowel to Teacher Episode 3 The First Two Years (rabbit in car headlights)

Season 1 · Episode 3

Thursday, October 9, 2025 • Duration 47:15

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🎙️ From Trowel to Teacher – Episode 3: The First Two Years (Rabbit in the Headlights)

In this episode, Mick and Dave dive into their early days as teachers — tackling IT skills, surviving the dreaded Cert Ed, and sharing what it really took to make it through those first two years. Expect plenty of laughs, a dose of banter, a few terrible jokes, and a healthy serving of classic dinosaur rock. Tune in for a fun, honest, and nostalgic chat about the rocky (but rewarding) road from trowel to teacher!

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That's Skimming Alright Trailer

Season 1 · Episode 4

Friday, October 10, 2025 • Duration 04:56

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Welcome to That’s Skimming Alright — the podcast made by and for plasterers. This trailer gives you a quick rundown of what to expect in our first three episodes and a taste of the conversations to come.

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From Trowel to Teacher Episode 4 The Ups and Downs of Classroom and Workshop Management

Friday, October 17, 2025 • Duration 50:08

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Welcome to The Ups and Downs of Classroom and Workshop Management — the podcast where we dive into the real challenges and rewarding moments of teaching. Whether you’re leading a classroom full of students or running hands-on workshops, we’ll explore practical strategies, personal stories, and lessons learned along the way to help you create engaging, well-managed learning spaces.

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The Lath and Plaster Magazine – Issue No. 13 From Tree to Lath

Season 2 · Episode 2

Monday, October 27, 2025 • Duration 06:20

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🧱 The Lath and Plaster Magazine – Issue No. 13

From Tree to Lath

In this edition:

Two lads, one mic, not a clue – and that’s exactly how we like it.

🏛️ Restoration of a Historic Hotel Ceiling in Stratford-upon-Avon

👷 From Apprentice to Freeman: The Journey of the Plasterer, 1600

🌳 From Tree to Lath – the craft behind the tradition

…and so much more!

🎙️ Join Mick and Dave for stories, laughs, and a love of the trade.

📢 Don’t forget to subscribe – it’s totally free!

www.lathandplasters.com

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Episode 5: From Trowel to Teacher – The Assessment Process

Season 1 · Episode 5

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 • Duration 52:43

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🎙️ That’s Skimming Alright – Episode 5: From Trowel to Teacher – The Assessment Process

Join Mick and Dave as they dive into the assessment process — breaking down what it really means to go from the tools to the teaching side of the trade. Expect the usual banter, belly laughs, and great music that fans have come to love.

This series has been earning rave reviews and hundreds of downloads, and it’s easy to see why — it’s raw, real, and refreshingly honest.

So grab a brew, tune in, and get ready for another unfiltered chat.
⚠️ Warning: If you’re easily offended, this might not be the podcast for you!

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