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Every episode of the Unlocking Business Podcast in one place. Practical, Perth-grounded advice for trade business owners. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Edward Maradona, founder of Cabinet Noir, on the Unlocking Business podcast.
1:21:33
Episode 247 October 2026

Buy a House or Open a Shop? He Put Everything Into the Shop | Edward Maradona

I sit down with Edward Maradona, who put every dollar into one shop instead of a house deposit and built Cabinet Noir into one of Australia's most respected…

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Peter Craft, co-owner of ASAP Trades, on the Unlocking Business Podcast with Kane Tyler Smith
1:17:50
Episode 1826 August 2026

Building a Trade Business That Doesn’t Rely on the Owner | Peter Craft

I sit down with Peter Craft of ASAP Trades about tracking every marketing dollar, training plumbers to sell, and building a business that runs without him.

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Aisha Derrick on marketing for trade businesses, on the Unlocking Business Podcast with Kane Tyler Smith
1:23:02
Episode 156 August 2026

Marketing, Branding and What Actually Works for Trade Businesses | Aisha Derrick

I sit down with Aisha Derrick about where a new trade business should start with marketing, branding versus advertising, and why Google reviews matter so much.

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Louis Carter, founder of WestOz Trades, on the Unlocking Business Podcast with Kane Tyler Smith
58:32
Episode 1216 July 2026

Running a Premium Aircon Business, Sales Process and Growing in Perth | Louis Carter

I sit down with Louis Carter of WestOz Trades about charging a premium for air con, the systems that back it up, and why his whole team stops…

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Sarah Mitchell, co-founder of Typeset, on the Unlocking Business Podcast with Kane Tyler Smith
1:45:12
Episode 102 July 2026

Content Marketing, AI and Why Your Story Is Your Best Business Asset | Sarah Mitchell

I sit down with Sarah Mitchell of Typeset Content about AI, storytelling, why so much content sounds the same now, and what trade businesses should do about SEO.

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Steve Leigh, founder of E-Maintain, on the Unlocking Business Podcast with Kane Tyler Smith
54:33
Episode 0421 May 2026

Getting the Phone to Ring When Work Dries Up | Steve Leigh

I sit down with Steve Leigh of E-Maintain about what to do when residential work dries up, hiring a VA first, and how a one-man band gets the…

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Unlocking Business Podcast.

How often do new episodes come out?

A new episode drops every week. Watch the full episodes on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Who is the podcast for?

Trade business owners who want to grow without burning out. If you want honest conversations about hiring, pricing, cash flow and leadership from people actually doing it, it’s for you.

How can I be a guest?

I’m always looking for trade owners and industry experts with a real story to share. Fill in the guest enquiry form on the Podcast page and I’ll be in touch.

Where should I start?

Start with the latest episode, or pick a topic that matches what you’re working on right now, like hiring, pricing or systems.