The Carpentry Show

Robin Clevett looks into the proposed reforms to appentieshoips once again.

Robin Clevett is joined by Derek Barrett from Derek Barrett Design to discuss his experiences in the trade and his approach to running his business. Derek talks about why he decides to create a lot of what he's working with in-house, Derek also talks about finding & training people to work with him, experiences on social media, use of technology & more.

Robin Clevett looks into what's currently happening with regards to Skills England's plans to reduce apprenticeships to just 8 months in duration. Robin shares his initial reaction and talks to Helen Hewitt, CEO of the British Woodworking Federation. The BWF have formed a coalition with other trade bodies to fight against planned reforms and talks in detail about the journey they've been on with this and why it would be such a bad decision.

Samuel Gough and Nathan McCartney from GM Haus return to share some thoughts about the wider industry and talk more about their working practices. Robin also asks them to take part in some fill in the blank and word association exercises about the trade.

Robin Clevett is joined by Nathan McCartney & Samuel Gough about their Cornwall based business GM Haus, the projects they take on and the success they've experienced over the past four or five years. Samuel and Nathan talk about their upbringing and family legacy in construction as well as learning their craft and going into business together. There's also conversations about subbies, notable projects and the day to day of running GM Haus.

Robin Clevett talks to Carpenters about their best and worst all-time jobs and what some of the worst individual days and moments on the tools as well. Guests: John Argyle, Jason Joyce & Sean Matthews.

Robin Clevett looks into how well Carpenters are getting their heads around all the changes to reporting that are coming with 'Making Tax Digital. Robin invites Derek Barrett, a well experienced and organised business owner onto the show so that he can explain his approach. Robin also talks to his Nephew (Josh Richards) who is a younger limited business owner, so that he can ask him about the digital aspects of reporting and sees what he can learn from the current or 'with it' generation, as Robin puts it.

Robin Clevett talks to Carpenters, David Byrne & Jay Elliott to find out how business has been for them, after checking in at the start of the year. David and Jay talk about the aspects of the trade they've had success with, what had been challenging and how they'll finish off the year as well as plans for 2026. Robin also talk to Australian Carpenter, Frank Schipano about how his Carpentry tour across europe in 2025 has been, as he reaches the end and plans to return to Australia.

Robin Clevett talks to Carpenter and Woodworking Enthusiast, Richard Wagner about the variety of niches he's taken on and experiened within the trade. Richard talks about theatre set building, high rope course design and the work he's put into a boat.

Robin Clevett invites Adam Foster, who is a plumber by trade, to join him and talk about his amazing water tower conversion, which is still ongoing and was featured on Grand Designs. Adam talks about the Carpentry skills he’s self taught and developed on the project, Robin gets into what he loves about this conversion and more!

Robin Clevett is joined at Festool in Bury St Edmonds by Jade McDonald and her partner Kyle Sutherland to discuss their experiences working together in the trade. Jade talks about how she started getting involved, what learning from Kyle is like, the unique business opportunity their working relationship can become and more!

Robin Clevett is joined at Festool in Bury St Edmonds by Emily Kitchin AKA Chippie Em. Emily talks about her interesting route into the industry that saw her find a passion and career in Carpentry after many different experiences in the building trade. Emily talks about developing skills, her working styles, notable projects and her journey on social media.

Robin Clevett invites Jack Auletta, a top quality builder local to him in Surrey, to join him in the studio and discuss the construction industry as a whole. Robin and Jack discuss rates of pay, approach to managing a business, the positive changes in the industry, what is slowing down building work more than it should and where more support for the trade needs to come from.

Robin Clevett is joined by Steven Hoare (109 Carpentry) to discuss his experiences being employed in the trade for decades, his favourite tools as well as new kit he's planning to try out. Steven also touches on his home renovation, which is reaching it's final stages and talks about experiences at Fix Fest.

Robin Clevett is joined by British Carpenter,  Matthew Lane, who is based in Kentucky to discuss his current experiences with timber cost, availability and quality. Matt also talks about how tax works there, Health & safety and some of the projects he's completed since last appearing on the show.

Victoria Pirozzolo, known online as @vpcarpentryandinstallations joins Robin Clevett to share her story and experiences as a first year apprentice. Victoria explains how she got her apprenticeship with Wickes, Learning her skills, the work she's taken on so far and what her plans for the future involve.

Robin Clevett is joined by guests from the world of timber engineering and timber frame construction to discuss why only 10% of England's new build stock has been constructed using timber frame and whether we could and should do more. Guests include: Andrew Waugh from Waugh Thistleton Architects & Ian Garbutt from Cartledge Timber Frame Ltd.

Robin Clevett is joined by guests to talk about some of their worst injuries and accidents suffered while working on the tools. They also talk about witnessing accidents, close calls and times where other people put you in danger. Guests include: Andrew Walker (AW Maker), Brad Hanson (Bald Builders) & Liam McGinley (McGinley's Cabinets & Carpentry)

Robin Clevett is joined in the studio by 8th generation Carpenter & Joiner, Allen Burt. Allen talks about his background in digital technology and how that's influenced his approach in the trade. Allen talks about getting future generations interested and hands on with the craft, his work, tools and more!

Robin Clevett looks into handling conflict. Robin talks to a range of guests from the construction industry about how they handle disagreements, frustrating situations, arguments and full on fist fights. Guests include: John Argyle, Jack Auletta & Dan Tempest.

Robin Clevett talks to three well accomplished Carpenters and gets some of their best new and all-time tips, tricks and advice. Guests include: Allen Burt, Jason Joyce & Gary Banks

Robin Clevett gets an in depth insight into what happens at a car boot sale bust with regards to the re-sale of stolen tools, he asks who the people selling stolen tools are, how they operate, what next in the crusade against this and who should be doing more about it. Robin also explores a viral story where builders confronted thieves as they were stealing tools and what happened next. Guests: Shoaib Awan & Paul Underwood

Scott Taylor from Taylor's Joinery & Plastics joins Robin Clevett to talk about his 19 years of experiences in Gambia, Africa where he's been helping out Schools. Scott talks about how he first got involved, what led to having to build a school from the ground up, the approach to doing so with local labour and being honoured at a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.

Robin Clevett talks to award winning Carpenter, Joshua Lewis about his experiences with the family business and journey as well as winning two awards from On The Tools. Joshua talks about why he wouldn't take on apprentice currently and also touches on his experiences with his younger brother on site.

Robin Clevett sat down at Festool in Bury St Edmonds for a chat with Oli Lee (With Bear Hands UK) about his incredible work in outdoor spaces across the UK. Oli talks about some notable treehouse and cabin builds he's completed, he discusses where his passion for creation came from and how he works with an ever evolving plan on each build

Robin Clevett is joined by two previous guests, who joined him on the show years ago, so that he can find out how their skills have progressed and what their experiences have been like since they first came on the show. Robin talks to Chris Keel and catches up with him five years after having won 'Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2020'. Robin also talks to Terry 'Tel' George, known as Moo's Carpentry on Instagram. Terry interviewed Robin on the show at the end of lockdown and since then has some incredible stories to tell about the celebrities showing interest in his...

Robin Clevett is joined by women from the trade in the UK who are undoubtedly trailblazing their way into a male dominated industry and having tremendous success doing so. Robin talks to Jade McDonald, about her experiences learning skills and why there might be fewer women in Carpentry/Joinery than other trades within construction. Robin chats with Lisa Tisor, who works closely with friend of the show John Argyle. Lisa talks about how she got started, experiences working with John and the enjoyment of working with timber. Finally, Emily Kitchin AKA Chippy Em Building & Carpentry discusses setting up an all...

Robin Clevett is joined by fellow Fix Radio presenter and DIY SOS cast member, Chris Frediani to discuss protecting the reputation of tradespeople and whether a proper licensing system brought in by the FMB would work. Robin plays some case studies of the public being ripped off by rogue traders in construction and discusses what went wrong as well as the lessons to be learnt

Robin Clevett answers some frequently asked questions that he gets through his social media, via the show and his YouTube channel

Robin Clevett attends the Craft of Carpentry Exhibition at Japan House in London and witnesses a thousand years of craft and engineering from Japanese society. Robin is joined by fellow Carpenter and right hand man, Ed Harris as they discuss the craft on show and apply their skills and understanding to what the Japanese do with wood. Robin also introduces Carpenter Joshua Lewis and catches up with award winning Australian Carpenter, Frank Schipano, who has been working in Amsterdam since he was last on the show

Robin Clevett is joined by Carpenters to discuss their toughest jobs and experiences on the tools that have really challenged them. Guests include: Oli Lee (With Bear Hands), Allen Burt (8th Generation Carpenter) & Festool influencer, Gary Banks

Robin Clevett visits Champion Timber in Dorking to find out what's going on with the latest costs, availability and trends in the marketplace. Robin has a quote from the same Timber Yard, ten years apart, so that he can compare the price. Terry McDermott also gives Robin a tour of the yard and discusses the range of products on offer

Robin Clevett joins Jack Auletta and his team at a rural ongoing building project in the Surrey Hills. Jack gives Robin a guide around the site and talks about his history with the project. Robin and Jack look at the materials used and Robin talks to the guys on-site

During Robin Clevett's recent visit to Festool in Bury St Edmonds, Robin sat down with Head of Construction at Tameside College Dean Donelon, so that Dean could ask Robin his thoughts on how the trade is taught, what he would like apprentices to be taught, insight into his career and advice for those joining the trade

Robin Clevett is joined by Frank Schipano, An Australian Carpenter who has a unique opportunity to shadow Carpenters around Europe and has recently been working with Robin here in the UK. Frank talks about the family business back in Melbourne, the differences and similarities in working here compared to Australia, materials, working with Robin on-site recently and more

Robin Clevett goes to Festool HQ in Bury St Edmonds so that he can sit down and conduct a Q&A session with students from Tameside College. The students ask Robin questions about his career, thoughts on the trade, the tools he uses, social media and more

Robin Clevett is joined by Carpenters so that he can find out how business has been for the first quarter of 2025 and what the next two quarters will be like. Guests include: Jon Randal, Allen Burt & Jay Elliott

Robin Clevett invites guests on to find out what the latest is with regards to challenges with tool theft faced by tradespeople and progress on tackling the issue. Robin talks to Carpenter, Paul Underwood about his recent tool theft experiences and Shoaib Awan, Organiser of the recent tool theft rallies outside Parliament, joins Robin to discuss what he's been up to with the re-sale of stolen tools and the next steps in lobbying the government and police force

Robin Clevett has guests join him to discuss the evolution of hand tools to where we're at in 2025 with power tools. Robin ponders whether it's changed the trade for better, worse and how the relationship with tools has evolved along with the tools themselves over the years... Guests include: Lee Butterworth (Rustic Realities) & Marc Firkins

After talking about getting back to basics, I'm Robin talks about taking risks with your business and the rewards you might reap as a result. Guests include: Jack Auletta & Andrew Walker (AW Maker)

Robin Clevett talks about accidents and resulting injuries that can be commonplace in the trade. Robin has Micheal Davies from Saw Stop drop in to share some surprising stats and discuss safety. Robin also talks with Carpenter Karlen Offen about some of the more dangerous elements of his work outdoors and Woodworker, Jacob Bell joins to discuss safety and injuries sustained using hand tools and power tools

Robin Clevett chats with a range of guests from the world of Carpentry about the importance of getting back to basics and not resting on your laurels when running a buiness. Guests include: Dan Brown (invtentor of the U-Scribe Jig) & Award Winning Carpenter, Sean Matthews

Robin Clevett talks about how you can maximise your productivity. Robin invites guests to join him and share their insight into how they've gone about making tweaks and improvements to their working practices. Guests include: John Argyle & Derek Barrett

Robin Clevett is joined by Carpenters who have had a range of experiences with regards to the online space so that they can share them and talk about the good and bad aspects of social media in the construction industry. Guests include: David Byrne, Gary Banks & John Penny

Robin Clevett looks at the recent scrapping of the T-Level qualification and what it means for those teaching the trade. Dean Donelon, Head of Construction at Tameside College joins the discussion to give his thoughts on why the T-Level wasn't right for teaching the trade and where we go from here

Robin Clevett is joined by Mike Dennis, A Carpenter that worked for years with a team from around the world to restore Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, after it was devestated by a fire in 2019. Mike talks about his amazing journey that led him to working on this once in a lifetime project, talks about the methods, skills, materials, tools and organisation that went into the re-built and much more

Robin Clevett invites two Carpenters to join him and discuss their plans for the coming year and Robin also shares his vision for himself professionally in 2025. Guests include: Jay Elliott from Carpentry By Jay & Adrian Potts

Robin Clevett follows up his recent look into Passivhaus construction with Mike Whitfield & Finley Simpson from MW Construction. Mike has completed over 25 Passivhaus projects and Finley has joined him four years ago, with a scope to take on the business in the near future. They discuss the challenges, the enjoyable aspects of Passivhaus builds, why it might be worth looking into a specialism and what the future holds of Passivhaus builds here in the UK

Robin Clevett goes to Skillbuild 2024 in Milton Keynes to see the best apprentices & students in the UK compete against one another in their trade. Robin guides you through the floor of the competition with all the zones for each trade, He talks to a competitor in the Joinery category, Tibby Singh who is judging once again has a chat with Robin and much more!

Robin Clevett is joined by Tabitha Binding from the Passivhaus Trust to discuss getting into Passivhaus and why it could be a great opportunity for Carpenters and Joiners. Tabitha and Robin talk about the training, the materials, construction methods, sustainability and more

Robin Clevett gives you a guide to taking payments. Robin invites fellow Carpenters to join him and discuss their approach to taking payments and what they've learnt from previous experiences with customers. Robin also shares his own approach and gives plenty of advice for anyone new to this or struggling to deal with customers with regards to getting paid. Guests include: Dan Brown & Gavin Tutton

Robin Clevett is joined by Karlan Offen from JK Fencing & Construction, a family run business in Maidstone. Robin met Karlan at a builders merchants and was really impressed by his business management and the quality of work he completes in gardens for his customers. Robin talks to Karlan about his experiences running the business and the success and challenges he's had

Robin Clevett invites three guests, who have all set up their businesses in the last few years, to join him and discuss their experiences. Robin is keen to know how different it is setting up in the 2020s compared to how he and many of you set up, all those years ago. There's also some tips and insight for those of you considering doing the same. Guests include: Max Lee from Pitch Perfect, Jay Elliott from Carpentry By Jay & Lee Butterworth from Rustic Realities

Robin Clevett invites three Carpenters to join him so that he can pose the question 'If you had £10k to spend on _____ - what would you buy?'. Robin asks about vans, tools, spending on the business, charitable acts, spending on training and more. Guests include: Jason Joyce, Sam Thomas & Steven Hoare

Robin Clevett is joined by Dean Donelon, Head of Construction at Tameside College so that they can discuss the current route apprentices take through college, how they are taught, accessed and the positives of bringing an apprentice from college onto site with you. Dean also touches on recent comments made around apprenticeships from the Education Minister and appeals to you to consider teaching the trade at some point in your career

How do you start to take on larger and more ambitious projects? How do you get your costs right and avoid taking on too much risk? And what are the rewards for doing so? Robin Clevett is joined by Mike Pawley from the Mayflower Group to discuss financing larger scale projects and show regular, Jack Auletta tells the story of how he went from Electrical Contractor to taking on larger scale building work

Robin Clevett is joined by three show regulars to discuss workwear and get some tips and insight into how they approach this. Robin asks about branding, seasonal workwear, protective workwear and kitting out those that work with you in appropriate workwear as well. Guests include: John Argyle, Sean Matthews & Jack Auletta

Robin Clevett is joined by Matthew Lane, a British ex-pat Carpenter currently living and working in Kentucky. Matt talks about how he set up there, what the work is like, the cultural differences in how the trades work in America compared to the UK

Well known and accomplished Carpenter, Gary Banks joins Robin Clevett at Festool in Bury St Edmonds for a chat about his career, the tools he uses, his workshop, projects he takes on, technology and the challenges that he's faced as a Carpenter too

Robin Clevett is joined by Adrian Potts for a discussion recorded at Festool in Bury St Edmonds. Adrian is a self described digital carpenter and talks about his use of CAD, CNC Machines, Laser, 3D and digital print technology. Robin and Adrian also talk about how some of this technology will be much more commonly used by tradespeople in the coming years

Robin Clevett is joined by Quantity Surveyor Tim Philips to discuss how to approach working with QS both on larger scale projects and also at the start of the planning phases. Robin also asks Tim for advice on how Carpenters & Tradespeople can better QS their own projects. Robin is also joined by Connor Price from Price My Project to discuss working with a Quantity Surveyor throughout the building phases and also how contractors and sole traders of all size and description can bring a QS in to assist with their projects

Robin Clevett chats with an Architect (Steve Wilkinson, James Gorst Architects) who oversaw the design and construction of the New Temple Complex Which won a Wood Award for 'Best New Timber Building'. Robin asks about the design phases, how the construction unfolded, how Steve worked with the contractors, carpenters and joiners on all stages of the project and also reflects on working with architects as well

Robin Clevett is joined by three well known and respected members of the trade to give some tips, tricks and advice. There's something for the novices as well as the most experienced and knowledgeable Carpenters and Joiners

Robin Clevett talks to Henry Thompson from Thompson Timberworks about a notable and award winning project he's completed in the garden. Henry talks about getting involved with the design phases for the first time, construction of the project and also touches on work completing playgrounds as well

Robin Clevett is joined by two Carpenters who have changed their businesses to bring garden rooms into the heart of what they do. Robin asks what the oppertunities they've spotted are, how they bring the work in, the nature of the work and Robin also talks about his vast experience in taking on garden rooms first hand. Guests include: David Byrne & Shayde Farmery

Robin Clevett is joined by three Carpenters who do various different aspects of work outside, particularly in the summer. Robin asks them how they've found the summer of 2024 so far in the UK (up to the first week of August) How they approach planning work outside with unpredictable weather and more. Guests: Jack Auletta, Oli Lee, Kevin Page

Robin Clevett is joined by Ollie O'Brian, who is a newly qualified member of the trade and Matthew Rutherford, who won Screwfix's Apprentice of the Year 2024, as a first year apprentice. Robin compares their experiences with his own when he first learnt the trade, finds out what kept them invested in learning their craft, who helped them and what they plan to do next

Robin Clevett is joined by top Carpenter and friend of the show, John Argyle from Enfield Refurbishements and discuses how to treat, manage and bring along those that work alongside you. This applies to anyone from subbies, co-workers, employees and apprentices and also how to spot some red flags when it comes to people not right for your business. Robin also discusses the weather so far this summer...

Robin Clevett talks to Steven Hoare from 109 Carpentry about hanging doors, the challenges that come with it, why Steven does the work and also plays a voice note from a previous guest that has had a nightmare with hanging doors for a difficult customer. Later in the show, Robin gives some tips and insight on how to approach interviewing and bringing someone onto site that might join you as a subcontractor or employee

Robin Clevett is joined by members of the trade, who do different things within it, to discuss how they've been tested by the nature of the trade since they joined. They talk about everything from working with other trades, managing jobs, perfecting skills, health and safety, bringing apprentices along and also provide some insight and encouragement if you're struggling to learn or progress in Carpentry & Joinery

Robin Clevett gives you a guide to vans and vehicles. There's everything from buying or leasing to what to put in your vans, how to secure them, Robin is joined by award winning Carpenter Sean Matthews, who tells a funny story about an early van of his and also gives insight into sign writing. Robin is joined by Todd Glister, fellow Fix Radio presenter, who discusses his van, ULEZ, security and EV

Robin Clevett has the tables turned on him as last week's guest, Jason Joyce, returns and asks Robin about his career in the trade, his experiences as a family man and Carpenter as well as an online and media personality within the trade

Robin Clevett invites Jason Joyce from JC Timber Roof Specialists to discuss his experiences on the tools, the journey he's been on with his business since starting five years ago, some of the work he takes on and also his content on social media

Robin Clevett looks at the approach to workign safely from heigh in the trade and construction. Robin asks Max Lee from Pitch Perfect how he stays safe and Danny Madden, host of the Roofing Show on Fix Radio (Sundays from 11am) talks about close calls he's had, customers getting on the roof and rules he has for those working around him

Robin Clevett invites show regular John Argyle to discuss the different ways he's sustainable and what it means to him in this day to day practices and also talks to Richard Wagner, who runs woodworking classes and is a bit advocate with regards to sustainability in the trade. Robin also talks about how sustainability has long been adopted by the trade and also gives some tips and advice

Robin Clevett tackles a subject that has everything and nothing to do with being a Carpenter in 2024, depending on whether you've embraced and joined social media or not. Robin first invites David Byrne to join him to explain his three channels he's created and Robin uses David as a great example of how to showcase yourself as a Carpenter on social media. Robin invites Landscaping Show host, John Roberts to join him and share his perspective and learnings on social media. Finally, Robin talks about some of his social media experiences and gives you some advice on what to post...

Robin Clevett talks to two top Carpenters about their approach to design, working creating amazing structures in their client's outdoor spaces. Oli Lee talks about how his experience working for Aardman Animations informs his style, design approach and how he protects his original ideas from being stolen. Robin then talks to Simon Bowler about the design process and how the building phase can sometimes create challenges with regards to the original plan

Robin Clevett has invited three members of the trade to join him and assist in giving a bit of a guide to tools in 2024. Robin asks about preferred brands, maintanance, advice, different types of technology new to the market and more

Robin Clevett talks to three guests who focus on different aspects of construction and carpentry and asks them about their approach to work site coordination

Robin Clevett looks at what you can do to minimise strain and injury that comes with the physical nature of the trade and also talks to two Carpenters about how they approach unplanned time off and illness

Robin is at Festool's UK HQ for another week and is joined by one of the leading lights in education, Brian Tunbridge from West Suffolk College so that he can discuss their approach to teaching carpentry, inconsistencies in how the trade is taught, mentoring the next generation of carpenters and more

Robin Clevett brings you a special episode of the Carpentry Show from Festool HQ in Bury St Edmunds where he sits down with accomplished carpenter and show regular, John Argyle, so that he can share some stories and insight into his long career in the trade

Robin Clevett invites Carpenter, Bradley Chandler to join him for a discussion about mental health after a chance meeting out and about. Bradley is part of MenTalk Health - Sittingbourne and discusses what that involves and how it has helped him on his own mental health journey. Friend of the show and award winning Carpenter, Sean Matthews also calls in a little later in the show to share his own mental health story.

Robin Clevett looks at how you can be a better role model and mentor to young people that join you to take their first steps into the world of carpentry and joinery

Tony Carroll from TC Building shares his incredible journey from starting out as a Carpenter, creating a successful building company and his continual upsklilling journey which has seen him reach aspirational standing withing the construction industry

James Lowrey from JL Carpentry set up as a sole trader in September 2023. He's got a steady flow of work but is struggling with many other aspects of running and scaling his business. Robin gives James some advice and allows James to ask him some questions as well

Robin Clevett is joined by a Carpenter who was faced with tool theft unfolding while he was working in a customer's house. He tells the amazing story of what happened next, how close he came to serious injury and what he would do differently if it happened again

Oli Lee, With Bear Hands talks about a standout cabin he's recently completed and walks Robin Clevett through how he acheived the build to his and his customer's satisfaction

Robin Clevett is joined by The Institute of Carpenters President, Geoff Rhodes so that he can give his thoughts on the black economy and discuss how it affects Carpenters and Joiners specifically

Robin Clevett is joined by Clive Holland, Fix Radio Presenter and House Builder, Jack Auletta so that they can discuss the gray/black economy and how it impacts the building trade in the UK

Robin Clevett talks to Jonathan Randall to discuss his 14 years building an amazing business in kitchen design and creation. Jonathan talks about how specialising in this has benefitted him professionally and how he runs his business

Robin Clevett is joined by several guests from the trade to discuss their approach to preparing quotes and estimates. Max Lee from Pitch Perfect talks about his approach to quoting with his team when conducting structural work, John Argyle talks about the digital assets he has in place to assist his quoting stages and Richard Wagner from The River Shop shares his past experiences and lesson's he's learnt the hard way

Robin Clevett brings you part two of his discussion with Simon Bowler where they discuss how Simon approaches the quoting and planning process as well as design, favourite tool brands and more

Award winning tradesperson, Simon Bowler joins Robin Clevett in the studio to discuss his journey through the trade, His business and social media journey. Theyre will be more from Simon next week where he will discuss how he approaches working on projects and will talk about some memorable projects as well

Robin Clevett is joined by three chainsaw artists that create some incredible scluptures and artwork out of timber. Robin talks about some of their notable projects, how they got into this line of work, some of the challenging and dangerous aspects of working with chainsaws and the timber they use

Robin Clevett looks at the year ahead and what it might be like for Carpenters and Joiners across the UK. Robin is joined by award winning Tradesperson, Astrid Arnold so that she can talk about the year ahead for her and the trade as a whole. Robin also has some voice notes from three previous guests about the year ahead and gives his own thoughts, advice and predictions for 2024

Robin Clevett looks back on 2023 for Carpenters/Joiners and the building trade as a whole. Robin, is joined by Builder, Jack Auletta discusses some things to be mindful of in the year ahead and Robin plays some voice notes from previous guests

Robin Clevett gets asked this all the time so he's invited John Argyle from Enfield Refurbishments to join him so that they can share their experiences with regards to expanding their business and offerings

Robin Clevett brings you his interview with CITB CEO, Tim Balcon at SkillBuild and asks what they're trying to achieve with SkillBuild as well as how training and education could be improved for trade and construction, across the UK. Robin also talks with Huw Thomas, who has three finalists competing from his colleges in West Wales and finds out why SkillBuild is so important in implementing their learner experiences

Robin Clevett has recoded this show at CITB's SkillBuild finals in Milton Keynes so that he can put himself in the shoes of a finalist and find out what it's like to be one of the final eight competing to win