In this powerful discussion, we dive into the growing gap between education and the skilled trades — and why it could shape the future of our workforce.

From plumbing and electrical work to carpentry, welding, and HVAC, the trades are facing a serious labor shortage while schools continue to move away from hands-on career training.

We also explore the “Tools in Schools” initiative — a movement designed to reintroduce students to real-world skills, hands-on learning, and career pathways that lead to stability, independence, and opportunity.

Topics covered:

• Why students don’t know basic tools anymore
• The impact of screens on learning and development
• AI and the future of jobs
• Trade careers vs. traditional college paths
• Entrepreneurship in the skilled trades
• How early exposure can c ...