Welcome to the new year! In this episode of the I Shower After Work Podcast, John and Jason catch up from their respective East and West Side Job Trailers. Despite John battling a cold, the duo shares their excitement for 2025, discussing their plans and personal lives. They touch on their goals for the podcast, including inviting more guests and potentially doing live broadcasts. They also delve into construction industry expectations for the new year, the increasing costs of lawsuits, and the role of technology. Additionally, John shares a funny story about his daughter learning the harsh realities of adulthood, while Jason contemplates getting a new dog. Tune in for laughs, plans, and honest talk about the year to come!
00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back
00:29 John's Illness and Recording Challenges
02:06 Podcast Plans for the New Year
03:52 Guest Appearances and Invitations
06:53 Merchandise and Live Locations
11:43 Personal Plans and Family Updates
14:08 Pet Discussions and Listener Feedback
24:25 Parenting Realities and Future Hopes
28:42 Confrontation and Clarification
29:06 Microphone Troubles and French Gestures
29:33 The Argyle Name Debate
33:14 Podcast Feedback and Negative Comments
35:39 New Year Reflections and Future Plans
40:28 Construction Industry Outlook
44:48 Lawsuits and Safety Concerns
50:26 AI and Surveillance in Construction
56:10 New Year Advice and Season Two Announcement