Fitter Talk

A podcast for Pipefitters L.U. 533, United Association Members and their customers to learn more about Pipefitters Local 533 of Kansas and the Mechanical Piping and HVAC Service Industry in both Kansas City and from across the country. Hosted by Curtis Ohlde of L.U. 533, listen in as new episodes will drop every other week with Bonus Episodes in between scheduled weeks.

Fitter Talk is a education podcast hosted by Curtis Ohlde, with 28 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Curtis Ohlde hosts Fitter Talk, a education show with 28 episodes published.

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  Episode #27

  Episode 27 Suicide Awareness Month with Joe & Omar

  Sep 20, 20251h 11mS2

  <p>In this Suicide Awareness Month episode, Fitter Talk host <b>Curtis Ohlde</b> is joined by <b>Joe Hawk</b> (UA Local 100, Dallas) and <b>Omar Galindo</b> (UA Local 78, Los Angeles) for a powerful conversation about mental health, peer support, and suicide prevention in the trades.</p><p>The group reflects on their <b>teaching experiences at ITP</b>, noting how the new classroom facilities and auditorium provided a much better learning environment. They also highlight the importance of tailoring <b>mental health toolbox talks</b> to the realities of the trade, ensuring that messages are relatable and...

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  Episode #26

  New Season Episode 26 and Have a Safe Labor Day Weekend

  Aug 30, 202546 minS2

  <p>In this week’s episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde sits down with Pete and Craig to share exciting updates from the Training Center—including the launch of new classes and the addition of the South Block rental building to support the growth of apprenticeship programs. They also wrap up a busy week in Ann Arbor at the UA Instructor Training Program.</p><p>The conversation then shifts to recent travels: Craig’s trip to Germany, Pete’s getaway to Aruba, and Curtis’s journey to Alaska, where he connected with UA Local members in Anchorage, explored Denali, and experi...

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  Episode #25

  Episode 25 – Summer Updates, Instructor Training Prep, and Orbital Welding with Jacob Morgan

  Jul 18, 202542 minS1

  <p><b>Episode 25 – Summer Updates, Instructor Training Prep, and Orbital Welding with Jacob Morgan</b></p><p>In this milestone 25th episode of Fitter Talk, host Curtis Ohlde is joined by Pete for a mid-summer check-in. With Summer Break already more than halfway through, the two dive into current events and preparations underway at the training center as they gear up for the United Association's Instructor Training Program (ITP) and the return of classes.</p><p>The conversation then shifts to Pete’s first experience with Morgan Industrial Technology (MIT), setting the stage for this episode’s guest: Jacob Morgan. Jacob...

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  Episode #24

  Episode 24 – Safety First: Fireworks, Boating & United Association with Rita Neiderheiser

  Jul 4, 202550 minS1

  <p><br/></p><p>We're back! After a bit of a break, what better way to kick off a holiday weekend filled with fireworks than by talking safety? 🎆</p><p>In this episode of <b>Fitter Talk</b>, host <b>Curtis Ohlde</b> is joined by <b>Pete Smith</b> during breaktime to chat about current events, fireworks safety, and tips for staying safe on the water this summer.</p><p>Then, Curtis sits down with <b>Rita Neiderheiser</b> from <b>Sprinkler Fitters Local 669</b> to discuss life in the trade, her journey through the ranks, and her role as...

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  Episode #23

  Henderson Engineers with Jason Cornett and CO2 Refrigeration

  Sep 20, 20241h 17mS1

  <p>Welcome back to Fitter Talk! Your host, Curtis Ohlde, returns from a short sabbatical as he embarks on his new role as the HVAC Training Coordinator for Pipefitters Local 533 Training Center. In today’s episode, Curtis is joined by Craig for a special Breaktime news segment where they catch up on summer highlights, the start of the school year, and the important topic of Suicide Awareness.</p><p>This week’s guest is Jason Cornett, Refrigeration Technical Manager at Henderson Engineers Inc. in Lenexa, Kansas. Jason dives into his background and offers insights into Henderson Engineers before exploring the grow...

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