It’s intentionally long-form — too many podcasts try to cram everything into 30–45 minutes, leaving no room for real conversation. John's goal is different: authentic stories, honest experiences, no fluff. Just two like-minded people talking shop, the way you would around a campfire. Listeners get to be a fly on the wall — learning through our stories, hearing both the wins and the failures, and walking away more confident in their own craft.
I’m a builder myself, with 30 years in the industry. I’ve signed both sides of a check. I’ve had major wins — and major losses . There were times I felt completely alone in this business, and that’s why I started the podcast: to make sure others never feel that way, and to give them a place to find perspective, truth, and community.
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What a YEAR!!
Couldn’t think of (2) better guys and builders to recap 2025. Jason & Mike join me in discussing all topics
We discuss everything AI, bringing trades in-house, markets, slow or on the rise, ADU’s, BuildShow, Golf, health and everything in-between.
Hope you enjoy the conversation.
Learn more about Ep. 29 Guests:
@artisansignaturehomes
@greenside_design_build
🎥 YouTube Series: #RoadTrip Video Series —walking sites and talking shop— EARLY 2026 Find my YouTube channel: @heresjohnnyh
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Episode 28 Russ Barstow
Episode 28
Monday, December 29, 2025 • Duration 02:27:36
Meet Russ Barstow. Remember the name—because you’ll definitely remember the story.
I don’t use the term “self-made” loosely. Very few people earn that label in my book, and Russ is one of them.
Russ spent years searching for purpose. He found it in the mountains, through hiking. Construction, at first, was simply a way to make a living—to subsidize that purpose. But like most of us, it only takes a couple of meaningful projects and a few incredible clients to pull you all the way in.
Changing people’s lives through the homes we build is a drug in itself.
What I love most about this story is that Barstow is a true husband-and-wife team. Russ and Sue set boundaries between work and life. They set goals together—years out. They check in with each other. Their personal finish line aligns with their clients’ finish line. No shortcuts. No favorites.
Because without their personal happiness and success, there is no Barstow. And without that, there is no construction.
I love Russ and Sue’s priorities and their approach to life and business. I hope you enjoy their story as much as I did.
Learn more about Ep. 28 Guest:
@barstowconstruction
www.barstowconstruction.com
Project size:
* Customs: $2.5-5,000,000
* Renovations range: $100,000 to $500,000
* Additions approaching 1,000,000 depending on the home.
Projects per year. 3 to 6 including new construction some commercial end renovations/ additions.
Yearly revenue - $600-850,000 best estimate. Depends on the year for sure.
Employees - Just Sue and Russ and a long term site cleanup guy who is awesome.
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Episode 27 Dave Short
Episode 27
Monday, December 15, 2025 • Duration 03:25:28
Black Boots Builders is a hidden gem in Pittsburgh, PA. I’m grateful I had the chance to spend three days with David—meeting him, his crew, and walking his job sites. He didn’t disappoint. His story, his execution, his team, and even Pittsburgh itself—I loved all of it.
Dave has an incredible story, and we dig into how it all started, focusing on the small moments that had the biggest impact on his growth, timelines, and execution. He’s built some amazing projects, but the most impressive thing he’s built is his team—and he’d agree.
Black Boots is a near 50/50 mix of management and hands-on carpentry, and it’s the perfect recipe for the highly technical projects they’re bringing to life.
This is Dave’s story. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
🎥 YouTube Series: #RoadTrip Video from the weekend—walking sites and talking shop—drops for the holidays. Find my YouTube channel: @heresjohnnyh
Project size: $500K - $20Million +
Project per year: 4-6 projects per year
Yearly Revenue: $8million to $10million
Employees: 12
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@blackbootsbuilders
Blackbootbuilds.com
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Episode 26 Stan Romanek
Episode 26
Monday, November 10, 2025 • Duration 02:47:01
Stan Romanek is the kind of contractor you’d want running your own home renovation or addition — someone who values the craft, enjoys being in the mix every day with his bags on, and leads by example with his two-man crew.
Stan’s true to his word and consistently overdelivers. We get into how he stays so dialed in on his numbers for fixed-price work and schedule durations — especially since most of his projects involve homeowners living in the house during construction.
He’s also been smart about keeping his scopes tight and his crew size manageable. And here’s the kicker — Stan paid off his house last year. That kind of discipline, drive, and focus is rare in this business.
Hope you enjoy this conversation with Stan Romanek!
Project size: varies between $3k- $400,000.
Projects per year: 20-30
Revenue between 750-950
Employees: 2
Learn more about Ep. 26 Guest:
@levelhomeimprovement
Levelhomeimprovements.com
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Episode 25 Rick Mills
Episode 25
Friday, October 24, 2025 • Duration 03:32:46
Episode 25 — Rick Mills | Jackson Andrews Building + Design Rick Mills out of Virginia is the perfect blend of building science and on-site execution. We share a similar path into the industry, and in this episode we dive into his early exposure to the trades—how money, experience, and growth shaped the journey.
Rick’s held down the Superintendent / Project Manager role for more than 16 years and recently stepped into a Senior PM position. We get into the Do’s and Don’ts of running projects as a Super, what it takes to level up after 23 years in the industry (and 12 with the same company), and how to stay sharp while taking on new responsibilities.
An incredible guy backed by an incredible company—Jackson Andrews Building + Design—turning out some seriously cool projects.
🎧 Hope you enjoy this conversation.
Project Size: Jobs ranging from 300k up to 15mil+
Projects per Year: 5-7 (but some are multi-year)
Company Size: 15 employees
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@rick.jacksonandrewsbuilding
Jacksonandrewsbuilding.com
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Episode 24 Spencer Lewis
Episode 24
Monday, October 6, 2025 • Duration 02:59:45
The great and powerful Spencer Lewis joins the pod this week!
Spencer cut his teeth running insane trim packages solo—the kind of work most can’t sustain, but he’s built a career on it. He’s grown on his own terms, never sacrificing his means or methods.
What I love most about Spencer is his ethos. His pursuit of execution has always been for himself and his own standards—not for followers or clients. Few truly understand what it takes to pull off the level of trim and millwork packages he delivers. Like any perfectionist, he keeps pushing regardless of who’s watching.
That authenticity carries into his IG and YouTube channels. They weren’t created for likes—they’re platforms to spread knowledge. And in doing so, Spencer has become a trusted voice in the carpentry world, sharing tips, tricks, and insights into how he executes at such a high level.
Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned vet, Spencer is a resource every carpenter can learn from. It was awesome catching up and talking shop with him—I think you’ll enjoy this one.
Project (Home) size: $2-4 million
Projects per year: 6-12
Company Size: 3 team member including owner.
Learn more about Ep. 24 Guest:
@insider_carpentry
insidercarpentry.com
https://youtube.com/@insidercarpentry?si=fszRivpIEKHDADqT
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Episode 23 Andy Moore
Episode 23
Monday, September 22, 2025 • Duration 02:59:27
This week we sit down with Andy Moore of ModernOak Construction out of Lynchburg, Virginia — a smaller market where the median home price runs around $270k–$300k and construction comes in between $200–$400 per square foot (per my ChatGPT research).
Andy is coming up on his 12-year anniversary with ModernOak, a milestone worth celebrating. We asked ChatGPT what it had to say about Andy’s company and his market, then dug into the real stuff: what it takes to train employees, lose employees, and transition from being “on the bag” to stepping back into leadership.
We cover the types of projects Andy takes on, how they’ve matured as his business has grown, what non-negotiables before he says “yes” to a client/ project and what’s next for him, his career, and ModernOak.
Hope you enjoy this conversation with Andy!
Project Size: $300K - $350K
Project per Year: 4-5 projects
Yearly revenue: $600K - $750K gross
Company Size: 3-4 employees (including Andy)
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@modern_oak
Modernoakconstruction.com
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Episode 22 PJ Antonik
Episode 22
Monday, September 8, 2025 • Duration 01:58:53
I sit down with PJ Antonik — Emmy-nominated developer, TV personality, builder, husband, and father. Each of those could stand alone as a full-time career, but PJ finds a way to take them all on.
We dig into how he balances it all: time management, mental and physical health, leading a team, and the risks that come with wearing so many hats. PJ also opens up about the humbling transition from running a 20+ person company to working solo—and the lessons he’s still learning from that shift.
Finally, we look ahead: what’s next for PJ and Oak Development, from customs to flips and specs, and the goals he’s setting as he continues to juggle TV, business, and family life.
Project Size: 1-2mil
Yearly Revenue: $5mil
Company size: 1-5 employees
Project Size: $250k- 3mil
Projects: 3-7
Company size: 1-5 employees
Learn more about Ep. 22 Guest:
Oakdd.com
@oak_development
Heartofoaktv.com
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Episode 21 Adam Heffner
Episode 21
Monday, August 11, 2025 • Duration 03:52:44
Episode 21 hits different. My guest, Adam Heffner, went from ironworker to specialty metal fabricator and entrepreneur. Maker Table is his third company—and it’s taken off thanks to a mix of calculated strategy and a little luck.
From plasma-cut signs and outdoor décor to massive art installations at the Hard Rock Hotel, Adam’s work blends precision with creativity. He’s a deep thinker, and I always love catching up to dig into his “why.” His drive is relentless—he doesn’t just quote Malcolm Gladwell’s “10,000 hours to become an expert,” he lives it. Adam reverse-engineered his path, figuring that by working seven 10-hour shifts and taking off every other Sunday, he could hit mastery in just over three years—without burning out.
That focus and discipline fueled Maker Table and launched his latest venture, Hero Machine Co., bringing plasma and laser cutting by makers, for makers. Adam believes in the “rising tide lifts all boats” mentality, and it shows in everything he does.
I think you’re going to get a ton from this one—enjoy the conversation, and if you do, please leave a review on your listening platform!
Ep. 21 Guest:
@maker.table
Malertable.com
@heromachineco
Heromachineco.com
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Episode 20 Taylor English
Episode 20
Thursday, July 31, 2025 • Duration 03:01:13
Episode 20: Finding Balance with Taylor English of Tailored Design + Decked by Tailored
In this episode, I catch up with Taylor English to explore the real-world dilemmas many small firms face. We discuss whether chasing “big” jobs is really worth it, or if multiple smaller projects can be more profitable. Taylor also shares how he separates his love for the craft from the need to run a sustainable business—without sacrificing his passion.
Taylor doesn’t just think about these ideas; he’s putting them into practice. By focusing on one or two flagship renovations each year and layering in 10–15 deck projects, he’s found a balance that lets him hone his business and marketing while still enjoying the work.
If you’ve ever wondered how to balance creativity, service, and profitability, you’ll enjoy this conversation with Taylor English.
Project Size: 15,000-300,000
Projects: 15-20
Yearly Revenue: $800-1 mil
Company size: 3 employees
Ep. 20 Guest:
@tailored_design_build
@decked_by_tailored
Tailoreddb.com
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