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The HODCAST - Conversations Worth Having - with Sam La Roche

The HODCAST - Conversations Worth Having - with Sam La Roche

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The Hodcast is hosted by Sam La Roche and features apprentices, tradespeople, and industry professionals in meaningful conversations about learning the trade, building a career, and continuous development — on site and beyond. From early experiences to leadership insights, it’s a platform for shared learning and growth. New episodes every week. Follow now for conversations worth having.The HODCAST Careers Economics Personal Success
Episodes
  • How to Unlock the Alcohol Free Advantage | Andy Ramage | Conversation #39
    Jan 13 2026

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    What if high performance is not about doing more, but removing what is holding you back?

    In this episode of The Hodcast, hosted by Sam La Roche, Andy Ramage shares how taking a break from alcohol can improve sleep, clarity, relationships and overall performance in everyday life.

    This is not about perfection or elite sport. It is about practical changes that help normal people feel better, think clearer and live with more intention.

    We explore
    • The benefits of taking a break from alcohol• Why sleep is the foundation of performance• How alcohol affects stress, mood and decision making• The connection between wellbeing and family life• How to build sustainable habits that actually last

    A thoughtful and accessible conversation for anyone curious about improving their health, focus and quality of life.

    Sponsored by Site Ready Solutions and Grayson GB Ltd
    Powered by Garry Staines

    #TheHodcast #AndyRamage #AlcoholFree #Wellbeing #Sleep #Performance #Lifestyle #TogetherWeCan

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    56 mins
  • How You Actually Change an Industry | Garry Staines | Conversation #38
    Jan 6 2026

    How do you move from running a business to shaping an industry?

    In the first episode of the new year, Sam La Roche sits down with Garry Staines to reflect on the progress made since his last appearance on The Hodcast and how new initiatives have reshaped his approach to leadership, training and influence.

    Garry shares insight into
    • Building Site Ready Solutions and new training pathways
    • The importance of mentoring and long term thinking• What it means to become a person of influence• How leadership evolves as responsibility grows• Why real change requires action, not opinion

    This conversation sets the tone for the year ahead. Practical, reflective and focused on creating lasting impact.

    Sponsored by Site Ready Solutions and Grayson GB Ltd
    Powered by Garry Staines

    #TheHodcast #GarryStaines #ConstructionLeadership #Training #Mentoring #Influence #TogetherWeCan

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    54 mins
  • The Conversations That Defined 2025 | The Hodcast Highlights
    Dec 30 2025

    This special episode of The Hodcast brings together some of the most powerful moments from conversations recorded throughout 2025.

    Hosted by Sam La Roche, this highlights episode features clips from
    • Charlie Collison• Cllr Jessica Power• Lee Marley• Richard "Greeny" Green• Bob Noseda

    Together, these voices reflect the themes that shaped the year. Training, leadership, skills, regeneration, resilience and the future of construction.

    Whether you are listening for the first time or returning to revisit the moments that stood out, this episode captures why honest conversation still matters.

    A reflection on a year of conversations worth having.

    Sponsored by Site Ready Solutions and Grayson GB Ltd

    Powered by Garry Staines

    #TheHodcast #ConstructionPodcast #Leadership #Training #SkillsGap #TogetherWeCan

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    44 mins
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