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Clive Holland sets out to entertain and inform the hard working tradespeople of Britain only on Fix Radio. He's the big guy with a big personality.
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In this episode we’re diving head-first into the world of mistakes, regrets, and the unforgettable onsite disasters that every tradesperson secretly has… but rarely wants to admit.Clive is joined by John Argyle and John Cruikshank, who share some of their worst onsite stories, biggest lifetime regrets, and the unexpected lessons they picked up along the way. From questionable customers to jobs they should’ve walked away from, and the kind of decisions - professional or personal - that still make them wince, this episode is equal parts hilarious, emotional, and brutally honest.Whether it was a dodgy tattoo, the wrong job at the wrong time, or a customer they knew would be trouble, these stories prove one thing: every mistake teaches you something… eventually. If you love real talk, raw honesty, and laugh-out-loud moments from the world of trades, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
It’s November, and the big question on site is: when is it okay to start blasting Christmas songs in the van? From the minute the clocks go back to spotting your first supermarket mince pie, opinions are divided.Some say it spreads festive cheer, others claim it drives the lads mad before December even begins! Join us for a lighthearted, lively discussion and let us know - when do you start playing Christmas music in the van?Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
We’re looking back at the early days of our trade journeys and asking: who helped you get started?From supportive bosses and patient mentors to family members who inspired us, everyone has someone who gave them their first big break.Clive shares your heartwarming messages and speaks with Ash Mahoney and Becky Bates about the people who shaped their careers. It’s an episode filled with gratitude, encouragement and the moments that set tradespeople on the path to success.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
In today's episode, we tackle the growing crisis of tool theft after the government confirmed it will not extend the Equipment Theft (Prevention) Act to cover construction tools, machinery, vans, or power tools.Heating Engineer Mark Taylor (MTP Gas Ltd) shares frontline insight into the impact of theft on tradespeople, while friend of the show Liam McGinley recounts a recent near-miss. We’re also joined by Liberal Democrat MP Luke Taylor to discuss why ministers are limiting new anti-theft measures, such as forensic marking, immobilisers, and improved record-keeping, to agricultural vehicles only.Is the government letting down builders, sparkies, plumbers, and hardworking trades across the UK?Has it bottled it on tool theft? Tune in for expert opinion, industry reaction, and what needs to happen next.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
Today Clive dives into the 2025 budget chaos and speaks to the people at the pointy end of economics: the workers, sole traders, and small business owners feeling every shift in government policy.With Rachel Reeves U-turning on her income-tax rise plans, Clive asks: what would YOU do as chancellor for a day? Plus expert insight from Professor of Econometrics Noble Francis and real-world perspective from construction business owner Jack Auletta. A grounded look at tax, wages, fairness, and what working Britain truly needs in 2025.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
Today on The Clive Holland Show, we’re getting real about the toughest jobs in the trade world.We all have that one project that went completely sideways! Maybe it was a nightmare client, missing materials, unpredictable weather, or just a day from hell. Today we heard your stories: What was the worst job you’ve done this year, and how did you turn it around?Join Clive as he talks with tradespeople about resilience, problem-solving, and keeping your cool when the job gets tough. Share your experiences, laugh, commiserate, and learn from the highs and lows of life on site.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
What takes a good tradesperson to great?On today's episode, we’re talking about the secret ingredient - communication and professionalism.Everyone’s got a customer service voice (whether we admit it or not!) but how do you keep your client relationships strong long after the first job?Clive is joined by Heating and Plumbing Legend, Wobbly Bob, and Mark Krull, Director at Logic4Training, to discuss how trust, communication, and professionalism help futureproof your trade business and keep customers coming back.Tune in for practical tips on building lasting client loyalty, improving customer service, and turning your trade skills into long-term success.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
Is health and safety on-site really protecting workers or just protecting paperwork?In today's episode, we dig into whether modern H&S practices genuinely make construction sites safer or if they’ve become a box-ticking routine. A recent survey found that 1 in 7 workers believe their bosses would rather they ignore safety issues to get the job done. With an aging workforce and increasing pressure to deliver fast, we ask: are communication, risk management, and mental health support on-site up to scratch?Joining the conversation are Sam La Roche, Health & Safety Manager at GSQ Brickwork Ltd, and Dr. Lowellyne James, HSEQ Manager at SafeSite Facilities. Together, we unpack whether on-site safety is improving or quietly slipping backwards.Tune in, share your experience, and tell us: is health and safety onsite just a way to cover backs instead of protect bodies, or do you genuinely feel safer because of it?Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
On today’s show we’re asking the big question: Do you always make a profit?We dive into the real numbers behind running a trade business in 2025, from knowing your true costs at the start of a project to understanding how profit margins affect mental health in the industry.Clive is joined by Stephen Blair, plumbing and heating engineer, and Conor Ward from Price My Project, who share their top tips for protecting your margins, planning smarter, and staying in control of your business and wellbeing.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
Has your partner ever volunteered you to help friends or family without asking first? From DIY jobs to bizarre favors, Clive explores the funniest, most unexpected tasks people get roped into.Hear real stories of weekend projects gone wrong, the strangest favors ever asked, and tips for surviving when you’re suddenly “on call.” Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
Join Clive as he chats with Larry Lamb about the biggest life lessons, personal growth, and the power of never being too old to learn.From career highs to hard-earned setbacks, Larry shares the insights that have shaped his life and how anyone can turn lessons into action, no matter their age.Also joining us is Sophie Keepence (Plumby Mummy) as we explore stories of change, resilience, and growth from listeners just like you.What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned this year? We asked you to share your experiences and discover how reflection and action can make the coming year even stronger.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
What’s really holding small businesses back in 2025? For many, it’s late payments.This episode dives into the reality of running and growing a business today - from chasing invoices to keeping your cash flow healthy. Clive is joined by Emma Jones, the UK’s Small Business Commissioner, to discuss how tradespeople and small business owners can tackle payment delays, build stronger client relationships, and finally get paid on time.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
Between now and 2030, Britain could see one of the biggest workforce transitions in modern history - a shift towards green energy jobs.Energy Security Secretary Ed Miliband joins Clive Holland on Fix Radio to discuss the government’s ambitious plan to create 400,000 green energy jobs in the next five years. From plumbers and heating engineers to electricians, welders, and carpenters, 31 skilled trades are now on the priority list for recruitment and training. But what does this mean for the trades community? Will the National Green Energy Plan deliver real opportunities or more red tape? Tune in as Clive and Ed unpack the details and debate the future of skilled trades in a greener Britain.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
It’s the spookiest time of the year - when even the toughest tradies get a few chills down their spine.From the Celtic roots of Samhain to Mexico’s Day of the Dead, we’re marking Halloween the Fix Radio way: with your ghost stories from the job!We asked you to share the creepiest things you’ve seen (or thought you saw) on-site - those eerie footsteps, flickering shadows, and haunted half-built houses that make you want to grab your tools and leg it.Tune in… if you dare.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
In this episode of The Clive Holland Show, we dive into Awaab’s Law - a landmark change that’s set to reshape the way tradespeople, landlords, and housing professionals work across the UK.Named after two-year-old Awaab Ishak, whose tragic death in 2020 was linked to prolonged exposure to damp and mould, the law now requires social landlords to act quickly when these hazards are identified.But what does this mean for those on the tools? Clive explores both sides of the debate: the push for safer homes and healthier standards, versus the added pressure, deadlines, and accountability facing the trades. We’ll hear from industry voices and those directly affected, as we unpack how this law could change day-to-day operations on the ground.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
When you think back to your school days, what were you like?Were you the well-behaved angel at the front of the classroom or the “naughty” one staring out the window, bored of the whiteboard? For many of us, focusing in school was a real challenge. And for those who struggled to stay organised, forgot tasks easily, or were constantly on the go - it might not have been mischief at all. It could have been ADHD.In today’s episode of The Clive Holland Show on Fix Radio, we’re joined by Paul Whitehouse and Mine Conkbayir to talk about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and what it really means for people working in the trades.Our questions today:What are the biggest stereotypes about ADHD?Is it being diagnosed too much or not enough?And is it really a “deficit” of attention, or can it actually be a form of hyperfocus?Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
Today, we tackled the question looming over every UK tradesperson: Does construction and the Trades Need a Better PR Campaign? With the skills gap only getting bigger, does the UK construction industry's reputation need to change to attract more young people and change people's opinions on the trades? Clive joins DIY SOS star Nick Knowles and bricklaying tutor Jeremy Hara to tackle the perceptions facing tradespeople and the impact on attracting young talent. Plus, of course, we’ve got the pub lunch quiz and the very best messages we received.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
Today it's lighthearted Thursday, where we like to have a laugh, so today we asked: in your wildest dreams: what would you do if you weren’t in the trade? What if you never picked up a spanner... never laid a single brick... never wired up a socket? Where would life have taken you instead? Rock star? Professional golfer? Ice cream seller in Ibiza?Today, we were daring you to wonder, if trade wasn’t your path, what would be?There’s been no judgment from us, just good vibes and big imaginations! We heard great responses from across the country. Our good mates at Wickes helped someone out in need and we heard from one of our Citreon Trade Families too, so it was a busy show!Plus, there's also the pub lunch quiz for your chance to bag yourself 6 points.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
The clocks are changing this Sunday! Don’t get caught out! Well today we want to talk about sleep throughout the year - not just when the clocks change. We want to know - how do you sleep at night? Are you getting a full 8 hours? Hearing the sounds of the angle grinder in your dreams? Do you have a young family who keep you up all night? Figures show that 44% of tradespeople feel “very tired” or “fatigued” every week, and 18% struggle with getting quality sleep. So what’s your experience - how are you sleeping at night? Our guests this week were sleep expert Doctor Lindsay Browning & Liam McGinley! Plus, there's the pub lunch quiz for your chance to grab yourself 6 points, and you’ll hear all the best messages we received - Enjoy.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
The phrase "work-life balance" is everywhere, but for tradespeople, it often feels like a constant, draining battle. When is the right time to clock off? How do you reconcile the demanding needs of your career with the desire to make time for family, hobbies, exercise, and relaxation?In this honest, in-depth episode, we dive into the core conflict: When have you had to pick between family and work? Tune in to learn how successful professionals navigate this high-stakes choice, manage the guilt, and finally define what a sustainable balance looks like for them.Catch Clive On Fix Radio Monday - Thursday 12 PM - 3 PM Across The UK On DAB Radio And Online At https://www.fixradio.co.uk/
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