About this episode

This episode features a live Q&A with apprentice electrician Aaron Murray, discussing the realities of the electrical trade and career advice for young people.

In this special bonus episode of The Stripped Back Podcast, we’re taking you behind the scenes to the very end of Season 9.After recording a full podcast episode with apprentice electrician Aaron Murray, Aaron stayed on in the studio and joined us for a live TikTok session where we opened the floor to questions from viewers and had a relaxed, honest conversation about life in the electrical industry.Topics discussed include: Starting out as an electrical apprentice The importance of upskilling and continuous learning The challenges and rewards of apprenticeship life Moving from education into full-time employment The differences between working for a company and being self-employed Advice for young people considering a career in the trades Questions submitted live by our TikTok audience This episode offers a raw, unfiltered insight into the realities of working in the electrical trade and the opportunities available to the next generation entering the industry.A huge thanks to everyone who joined us live and sent in questions.Follow The Stripped Back Podcast on social media for updates on future episodes, bonus content, and live events. Main Sponsor: Snickers…

People in this episode

Hosts: Stephen Buckley, Keith Delahan

Guest: Aaron Murray

Topics covered

• electrical apprenticeship
• upskilling
• career advice
• trades industry
• live Q&A
• self-employment

Keywords

• apprenticeship
• electrical industry
• career in trades
• upskilling
• self-employment
• live session
• Q&A

Sponsors

Snickers Workwear

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: N2 Electrical Wholesalers

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• Bonus Episode - Your Trade Is Not Your Limit · June 24, 2026 · 9 min
• Bonus Episode - Navigating Your Apprenticeship · June 19, 2026 · 11 min
• Bonus Episode - Safety At Work · June 18, 2026 · 9 min

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