Blue Collar Angst1 Touko 2023

#9 - Trade School vs College: The Great Debate

Welcome to The Blue Collar Angst Podcast, todays episode explores the struggles and triumphs of blue collar workers in today's society. In this episode, David and Konner discuss the age-old debate between trade school and college.

As the cost of higher education continues to rise, more and more people are considering trade school as a viable option. David and Konner share some eye-opening statistics on the success rates of trade school graduates versus those with traditional college degrees. They also give a shoutout to Western Welding Academy in Gillette, Wyoming. A school that provides top-notch training and housing for students looking to start their career in welding where they can make a damn good living learning from some of the nations best instructors.

But it's not just about the education. David and Konner also dive into the current attitude towards blue collar work in 2023 and how it has evolved over the years. They discuss the misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding blue collar jobs, and highlight the many great opportunities that are available for people who are willing to work hard and learn a skilled trade.

So if you're curious about the benefits of trade school, the current state of blue collar work, and the opportunities that exist in this exciting field, tune in to this episode of Blue Collar Angst.

As always, send in your friends or your own story to stories@bluecollarangst.com for your chance to be featured on an upcoming episode!

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