Tackling The Trades With Marlie & Steph

Join Marlie Packer and Steph Leese for episode 2 of Tackling the Trades. They’re diving into how sports, exercise, and staying active can transform life on and off the job site. Joined by special guest Jo Scofield, a Liverpool Feds standalone, England Women's Over-40s football player, and active firefighter, they’ll explore the physical and mental realities of working in demanding, male-dominated industries. From the truth about tool theft and carrying heavy equipment to managing work fatigue and intentional exercise, they discuss how sports foster community, combat burnout, and help future-proof your health. Whether you're looking for tips to build stamina, searching for a supportive network of tradeswomen, or just here for the site-ready banter, this episode offers the inspiration you need to keep moving and make your mark!

Join Marlie Packer and Steph Leese in this premiere episode of Tackling the Trades! This week, we're introducing the ultimate collaboration between site life and the sports pitch. They're breaking down the real-world grit it takes to break boundaries in male-dominated industries. Marlie shares her journey from bricklayer's labourer to plumber to England rugby star, proving how early hands-on experience breaks the office job myth and opens doors for the next generation of tradeswomen.Whether you're a seasoned pro looking to share your skills, a sports fan who loves site-ready banter, or searching for a new career in the trades, this episode gives you the inspiration and community you need to make your mark!

Tackling the Trades with Marlie Packer & Steph Leese, launching this September across all major podcast platforms.