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Appetite for Construction

Appetite for Construction

By: John Mesenbrink Tim Ward
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Summary

Mechanical Hub Media's John Mesenbrink and Tim Ward turn up the volume as hosts of this weekly Appetite for Construction podcast. The chat fest digs deep into the building trades industry, and features interviews with industry professionals and a variety of irrelevant, fun stuff that we hope you will enjoy. Trust us, we are just two regular guys with lots of thoughts, ideas and opinions. #construction #trades #tradetalk #plumbing #mechanicalsystems #buildingtrades #hvac #heatingandcooling

© 2026 Mechanical Hub Media Appetite for Construction Podcast
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Episodes
  • Meeting Contractors Where They Are
    Nov 12 2026

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    Tim and John record from PHCC CONNECT in Milwaukee as they talk with the multi-faceted Valerie Butler, Project and Estimator Coordinator, Quality Control and Safety Director, P.I.P.E., Indianapolis, and Peter Regan, Commercial Sales Manager, RWC/Sharkbite.

    Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Understanding how to install these systems can help grow your business and set your services apart. Get started with a free, two-hour online course at www.propane.com/hybrid

    Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team!

    • Follow Plumbing Perspective IG @plumbing_perspective
    • Follow Mechanical Hub IG @mechanicalhub
    • Sign up for our newsletter at www.mechanical-hub.com/enewsletter
    • Visit our websites at www.mechanical-hub.com and www.plumbingperspective.com

    Send John and Tim your feedback or topic ideas: @plumbing_perspective

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    24 mins
  • Barstool Talk
    Nov 5 2026

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    "Wholesalers sitting around not working and telling you how busy they are." That's barstool talk. And, we always say to our guests that being on the show is like sitting at the end of the bar enjoying a favorite beverage. Tim & John talk with Ted Fox, owner/operator, Fox Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical out of British Columbia, Canada, and we talk to B.J. Hentrup, Zoeller Co.

    Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Understanding how to install these systems can help grow your business and set your services apart. Get started with a free, two-hour online course at www.propane.com/hybrid

    Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team!

    • Follow Plumbing Perspective IG @plumbing_perspective
    • Follow Mechanical Hub IG @mechanicalhub
    • Sign up for our newsletter at www.mechanical-hub.com/enewsletter
    • Visit our websites at www.mechanical-hub.com and www.plumbingperspective.com

    Send John and Tim your feedback or topic ideas: @plumbing_perspective

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    33 mins
  • Mission Critical
    Oct 30 2026

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    Tim & John welcome back Robyn Fischer, Senior Director, IWSH North America, as she discusses the foundation's work at the L.A. Mission. They also talk with Samantha McLelland, Enterprise Program Manager - Sustainability and Water Strategy with Kohler, whose company offered products and support on the project.

    Heat pumps struggle in colder weather — but hybrid heat pump solutions powered by propane can deliver the comfort your customers desire. Understanding how to install these systems can help grow your business and set your services apart. Get started with a free, two-hour online course at www.propane.com/hybrid

    Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team!

    • Follow Plumbing Perspective IG @plumbing_perspective
    • Follow Mechanical Hub IG @mechanicalhub
    • Sign up for our newsletter at www.mechanical-hub.com/enewsletter
    • Visit our websites at www.mechanical-hub.com and www.plumbingperspective.com

    Send John and Tim your feedback or topic ideas: @plumbing_perspective

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    31 mins
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