Technically Speaking

Technically Speaking

By: Sydney

Language: en

Categories: Business, Careers, Comedy, Marketing

Welcome to Technically Speaking where the Roof's are flat and the conversations are anything but.. Hosted by Tony Wourms and Brian Lybarger, 2 roofing guys who somehow convinced people they should start a podcast about leadership, success and why Duct Tape doesn't fix everything. Each week we bring in real professionals from across the community. People who have built businesses, led teams, and managed to stay mostly sane doing it. If you're looking for fluff, you're in the wrong place. If you want real stories, hard won lessons and a laugh or 2 along the way, you're home. This is Technically Speaking. So...

Episodes

Episode 24 - Steve Richards
Dec 12, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking where leadership and good times are a guarantee. This week Steve Richards Owner of Big League Lawns joins us in studio. Steve and Big LEague lawns is a top tier landscaping, mowing, grading and snow removal company serving Delphos and the surrounding area. Make sure you tune in for a day in the life, and some favorite moments along the way. 

Make sure you tune in next week for more laughs and leadership adive. This is Technically Speaking, So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work!

Duration: 01:05:39
Episode 23 - Ben Swartz & Jennifer Kuhns
Dec 05, 2025

Welcome back to this weeks' edition of Technically Speaking. Where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week we caught up with the experts in restoration Ben Swartz and Jennifer Kuhns from Swartz Restoration & Emergency Services. Tune in for a live look at their day-to-day, some common misconceptions about the industry and of course a few laughs and stories to go with the hard lessons. 

Thanks for tuning in and make sur eyou listen in next week for the newest episode and more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So, grab your coffee, tighten your t...

Duration: 01:02:44
Episode 22 - Chris Jackson
Nov 28, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking and Happy Thanksgiving. This week we caught up with Chris Jackson - Executive Director at the Bradfield Community Center. Tune in for Chris' story on keeping the legacy alive, promoting STEM in today's youth and who the real G.O.A.T. is. 

This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work!

Duration: 00:46:37
Episode 21 - Terry Nielsen
Nov 20, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking, your weekly punch list for leadership, business and a few laughs along the way. This week we talked solar energy, leadership principals that stick and community involvement with Terry Nielsen - General Manager at Superior Energy Solutions. And there's plenty of laughs along the way. 

Make sure you tine in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work!

Duration: 01:12:57
Episode 20 - Ann Meiring
Nov 14, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking! Where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week, Ann Meiring - Financial Consultant with Citizens Wealth Management Group joins us in the iHeart Podcast studio. We talked what a typical day looks like, a little leadership, faith and community along with a quick game of spend it or save. 

Don't worry, there's plenty of laughs mixed in as well. Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So, grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's g...

Duration: 00:47:02
Episode 19 - Tracie Sanchez
Nov 07, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking, where the crew meets the conversations. Tune in for our conversation with Tracie Sanchez; President & Owner of Lima Pallet Company and one of the driving forces of the Central District Revitalization. We talked pilot programs, how the Central District came to be and some leadership, lessons and legacy. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee (or energy drink), tighten your tool belt and let's get to work!

Duration: 00:44:11
Episode 18 - Andy Schimmoeller
Oct 31, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking, the podcast that proves roofing jokes aren't over your head. This week we caught up with the always on the move Andy Schimmoeller - Technical Roofing Sales Rep. Listen in for what a typical day looks like, the weirdest thing he's found on a roof and a good game of dial a buddy. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work!

Duration: 00:35:08
Episode 17 - Dr. Willie Heggins
Oct 24, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking where the roofs may be flat but the conversation always has pitch. This week we caught up with the Executive Director of Heir Force Community School in Lima, Dr. Willie Heggins. Dr. Heggins talked about the mission to revitalize downtown with the Grand & Main project, his proudest moments as a leader and we of course had a few laughs along the way. 

Until next time, keep leading, keep learning, and keep building something that lasts. This is Technically speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work! 
Duration: 01:23:55

Episode 16 - Teri Grothaus
Oct 17, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking! Where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week we caught up with Teri Grothaus - Owner & Pediatric Nurse Practitioner @ Hometown Pediatrics in Delphos. We talked purpose, balancing compassion with professionalism and kept it light with a speed round. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let’s get to work!

Duration: 00:44:53
Episode 15 - Trisha Cooper
Oct 10, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking! Where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week we caught up with Trisha Cooper - "rate whisperer" from Loan Depot. Listen in to learn about the biggest misconceptions about getting a mortgage, a few ways to improve your credit and a quick game of mortgage, myth or fact. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work. 


Trisha Cooper 
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Duration: 00:54:14
Episode 14 - Luke Dodds
Sep 26, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking. Where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week, Luke Dodds owner of The TImber Garage sat down to talk biggest inspirations, valueable lessons learned and some crazy Doordash stories. 

Thanks for clocking in with us again this week, make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work!

Duration: 00:49:37
Episode 13 - Tanner Wourms & Cody Wilson
Sep 22, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week we sat down with two guys who are stuck with us everyday. Tanner Wourms and Cody Wilson from Technial Roofing. Learn why you can't coat a wet roof, the ins and outs of spouting and what the ultimate jobsite snacks are. We also had plenty of laughs and didn't stir the pot between them too bad. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten y...

Duration: 00:53:05
Episode 12 - Pat & Sean Flanagan
Sep 12, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking! Where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week Pat & Sean Flanagan from Flanagan Brothers Construction join the pod to make sure you love doing what you do, what its like building a business with family and what the biggest advantage of working with your brother is. Don't worry, we also had plenty of laughs too. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work! This is Technically Speaking.

Duration: 00:56:29
Episode 11 - Bill Wourms
Sep 05, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking. This week we caught up with the brains behind it all, Bill Wourms Owner/Manager of Technical Roofing. We talked biggest cahllenges, milestones and why culture is so important in your business. Don't forget the lughs and subtle roasts too. 

Make sure you tune in next week for our next episode and more laughs. So grab your coffe, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work. This is Technically Speaking!

Duration: 01:04:27
Episode 10 - Kyla Hardesty
Aug 29, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking, where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week we caught up with Kyla Hardesty, Program Director at Right at Home. Kyla gave insights on what right at home does and some of her greatest impacts/ successes in her role. We also made sure to include plenty of laughs along the way. 
Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let’s get to work!

Duration: 00:40:32
Episode 9 - John Heaphy
Aug 22, 2025

This weeks' episode features John Heaphy - Founder & Owner of Good Food Restaurants. Tune in for insights on revitalizing Downtown Lima, the legacy he hopes to leave behind and the sacrifices it takes to run a restaurant. Make sure you tune in next week for more laughs and leadership advice. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let’s get to work!

Duration: 01:16:25
Episode 8 - Rick & Andrea Hartung
Aug 15, 2025

Welcome back to technically speaking, where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week we caught up with Rick & Andrea Hartung; two entrepreneurs who happen to be married to each other. We gained insight on financial adivce, crazy customers and some not so bad dad jokes. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let’s get to work!

Duration: 01:01:58
Episode 7 - Paul Wourms
Aug 08, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking our guest this week is Paul Wourms - Install Superintendent at Techniacl Roofing. Paul gives insight on what a superintendent actually does, how safety on the josb site has changed and some good advice for youngs guys starting in the field. We also made sure to keep up all the laughs and tell some good stories. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let’s get to work!

Duration: 00:57:29
Episode 6 - Sara Zura
Aug 01, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking! Where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week we caught up with Sara Zura - President of Alexander & Bebout Inc and hardhat honcho. We talked building teams, dreams and futures and everyone leadership style would be if they were construction tools. Listen to our takes on what we love and hate about leadership as well as job site must haves. Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more dad jokes. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's...

Duration: 00:39:53
Episode 5 - Sydney Miller
Jul 25, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking! We got to sit down with Sydney Miller - Account Executive at iHeartMedia to talk building trust and long-term relationships, what makes a good mentor/leader and what some of the best and worst ads have been. Don't forget the laughs along the way! 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work!

Duration: 00:24:44
Episode 4 - Jen Marsee
Jul 18, 2025

Welcome back to Technically Speaking! Where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. This week we sat down with Jen Marsee from the Lima News to talk creative, strategic advertising the funniest ad she's participated in and why marketing is a marathon not a sprint. We also had a few laughs along the way. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work!

Duration: 01:09:28
Episode 3 - Treg Raines
Jul 11, 2025

Welcome back to technically speaking where the roofs are flat and the conversations are anything but. this week we caught up with Treg Raines from Raines Management Group. Find out the best platforms to use for business marketing, hear a quick game of you have to pick one and all the good laughs. Don't miss out on another great episode! 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let’s get to work!

Duration: 01:02:03
Episode 2 - Mitch Schwieterman
Jul 04, 2025

This week we caught up with Mitch Schweiterman from Technical Roofing. Tune in for the latest on middle management motivational quotes, surviving the roofing world and what keeps us moving. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let’s get to work!

Duration: 00:58:03
Episode 1 - Bryan Weimerskirch
Jun 27, 2025

This week we caught up with Bryan Weimerskirch from State Farm Delphos. Bryan tunes us in to how he got started, what keeps him going and why he's not an NFL player. We'll also talk teamwork, success and why old guys shouldn't be running. 

Make sure you tune in next week for the newest episode and even more laughs. This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work!

Duration: 01:01:05
Episode 0 - Introductions
Jun 25, 2025

Welcome to the debut episode of Technically Speaking, where hosts Tony Wourms and Brian Lybarger kick things off with a behind-the-scenes look at how this brand-new podcast came to life. Brian shares insights about his new role, and the duo reflects on the inspiration that sparked their journey into podcasting. It’s a laid-back, authentic conversation that sets the tone for what’s to come—real talk, fresh ideas, and a touch of humor. 


This is Technically Speaking. So grab your coffee, tighten your tool belt and let's get to work! 

Duration: 00:25:39