From Pipeliner to Safety Director: Tackling Trauma & Addiction in Construction | Brett Smith

From Pipeliner to Safety Director: Tackling Trauma & Addiction in Construction | Brett Smith

Episode #020 | Brett Smith


Today on the pod, from across the pond, we welcome Brett Smith of Gardner Builders!

Brett talks all things mental health and incorporating proactive approaches all over the world. Alongside host Steve, Brett shares personal stories & speaks openly about his unfortunate accident in his youth and its impact on his life as a whole.


Connect with Brett on LinkedIn! - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettsmith77/



Watch on YouTube! - https://youtu.be/zEYJTeTDtnM


Listen On Spotify! - https://open.spotify.com/episode/43vw1KiqEsoLY1h2N854rJ?si=935ee0accaf345a9


Listen on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brett-smith-pipeliner-turned-safety-director-on-global/id1778487912?i=1000699933797



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⏲TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Pre-intro chat: Upcoming Coast to Coast Cycle Mishap

01:06 Intro! About Brett’s company Gardner Builders & His past work/experience

07:22 Working as a pipeliner, being away from home & Dealing with extreme weather

21:13 Upcoming ‘Mental Health Bootcamp’ trip & Personal obstacles

28:02 The medium of sport: Mental Health & PTSD in Construction + Steve’s Story

35:43 Brett’s paralyzing teenage accident + struggles with suicide, personal identity

48:14 Dealing with trauma, addictions & escapism, finding therapy.

01:00:13 Trump Presidency, Company DEI Programmes, Being offensive & Social Value

01:15:29 What does the future look like at Gardner Builders?

01:23:13 Native American Cultures!

01:31:39 Outro

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