The Bricklaying Show, mixes entertainment and information as it helps the nation’s 60,000-strong bricklaying community to work smarter, earn more money and grow their business.The bi-weekly podcast from Fix Radio, tackles a range of industry issues that matter to working bricklayers - from skills to materials, to building teams and winning work.Guests share industry expertise and authentic insights into the day-to-day challenges of being a bricky. From large commercial sites to smaller domestic work, the show provides a diverse range of views.
Latest episodes
-
36 min
Growing Up in Bricklaying
Ash Mahoney explores how the trade shapes you as a person, from the harsh realities of starting out young to the lessons you carry throughout your career.Ash is joined by experienc…
-
25 min
The Bricklayer Who Fought, Lost Everything and Lived to Tell the Tale
Bricklayer, boxer, farmer and fighter — John Gavin has lived a life full of twists, turns and extraordinary stories.Ash Mahoney chats with John about his remarkable journey, from g…
-
37 min
Mental Health in Bricklaying
This programme contains discussions of suicide, drug use, addiction recovery and mental health. Listener discretion is advised. Ash Mahoney is joined by Charlie Collison and Rob Mu…
-
21 min
Charlie Collison Breaks a Bricklaying World Record!
Ash Mahoney is joined by world record-breaking Bricklayer, Charlie Collison to hear the full story behind his successful Guinness World Record attempt.Charlie talks Ash through the…
-
28 min
Why Ash Left Site Work Behind
After returning to site work this year, Ash has come to the conclusion that he simply can’t make it pay or work for him anymore.In this episode, Ash is joined by Bricklayer, Dale W…
-
35 min
Ash Mahoney Chats With Australian & American Bricklayers
Ash Mahoney is joined in the studio by Alic Ramon from Australia and Grant Helms from the US, who recently won Spec Mix in Las Vegas at the third attempt. Ash chats with Alic and G…
-
21 min
Ash Mahoney Catches Up With Two Super Trowel 2026 Finalists
With the Super Trowel 2026 final just two weeks away, Ash Mahoney catches up with Dale Wherton & Tom Humphrey about their route to the final and how they've been preparing. Ash als…
-
30 min
How We... "Get/Do"
Ash Mahoney asks Bricklayers to join him and discuss how we get and do certain things in the trade. From getting good work, to getting materials or bricks and finding good people t…
-
42 min
Looking Into Roles Off The Tools In Bricklaying
Ash Mahoney looks into potential roles you can take off the tools but still in the trade, if you want to keep working in Bricklaying but worry about the longevity of your body. Ric…
-
39 min
The Road To The Super Trowel 2026 Final
Ash Mahoney catches up with Super Trowel founder, Ash Francis and finds out about how the competition has grown, how the new regional heats have gone, changes to the rules for this…
-
18 min
How Bricks Are Made: The Ibstock Brick Story
Ash Mahoney chats with Olly Sharp, who is Head of Key Accounts at Ibstock - the UK’s largest brick manufacturer. This episode uncovers how the bricks behind Britain’s homes and sky…
-
45 min
Are We Teaching The Right Way?
Ash Mahoney asks a big question: are we teaching bricklaying the right way?Joining Ash on this episode is Fix Radio legend and building trade icon Clive Holland, who questions whet…
-
36 min
Ash's Experiences Back On-Site After Ten Years!
Ash Mahoney has been back on-site and is about six weeks into his work so far. Ash talks to Jason Dunsford who has about 15 gangs working on-site currently and finds out how he's f…
-
39 min
Rob Songer On How To Be A Good Mentor & Former Student Harley Talks About Learning From Rob
Rob Songer is back on to talk about mentoring young Bricklayers and the right and wrong ways to go about it. Rob talks about some notable apprentices and students that he's taught…
-
36 min
Weather, Career Changes, Taking On Work Overseas - Bricklayers Share Their Start to 2026!
Ash Mahoney catches up with regular guests from the Bricklaying trade and asks them about their start to the year. Dale Wherton gives an update on what happened with his stolen tru…
-
31 min
The State of Bricklaying On-Site: Snags, Stress & Standards
Ash Mahoney looks into the challenges facing so many Bricklayers on site currently. From being snagged senseless, issues around storage of materials, issues with the NHBC and also…
-
28 min
The Future? Or A Fad? - New Technology In Bricklaying
Ash & Andy Mahoney look into the new technology coming into the trade and find out what is being embraced as well as what there’s still uncertainty around. Simon Green from GSQ Bri…
-
27 min
Jack Dawson On His Experiences Teaching The Trade
Jack Dawson shares his experiences teaching and his passion for teaching. Jack talks about how many in the trade should really consider teaching, all the benefits and why your know…
-
28 min
Joe Short On His Experiences In The Trade & The Incredible Story Behind Brick Jackets Ltd!
Ash & Andy Mahoney are joined by Joe Short, Inventor and founder of the original Brick Jacket and Brick Jackets Ltd. Joe talks about starting out with his Dad and his experiences o…
-
29 min
SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 World Championship 2026
Ash and Andy Mahoney are off to Las Vegas tomorrow (17th Jan) to compete at Spec Mix in Las Vegas. Ash talks about the dream which is 20 years in the making and the lengths he's go…