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🎧 In this episode: Welcome back to Sparky Life, where we spotlight the fearless innovators who shaped the trades — and the world.

What if we told you one deaf engineer made skyscrapers possible?

Today, we’re diving into the wild, dramatic story of Elisha Otis — the man who invented the safety elevator and literally changed the shape of cities forever.

💥 Join Lia as she unpacks:

• The chaotic, dangerous world of elevators before Otis
• Why skyscrapers were impossible until one invention changed everything
• Otis’s crazy live demo that went viral before the internet existed
• What it takes to turn an idea into a life-saving, world-changing product
• Why elevator mechanics deserve more respect (hint: it’s not all button-pushing)
• How one man’s guts and grit gave rise to New York’s skyline

This episode has it all — invention, danger, history, and a healthy dose of Sparky sass. If you’ve ever been in an elevator (spoiler: you have), you owe this man a thank-you.

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⏱ TIMESTAMPS

00:03:16 – Welcome to Sparky Life

00:03:39 – Meet Elijah Otis: Elevator Game-Changer

00:04:43 – Elevators Before Otis: Actual Death Traps

00:05:51 – The Invention That Changed Everything

00:07:03 – Otis’s Safety Brake Explained

00:09:02 – The 1854 Elevator Stunt That Shook NYC

00:11:29 – How Otis Elevators Took Over the World

00:12:55 – Legacy of a Deaf Inventor Who Stared Down Gravity

00:14:09 – The Trades That Keep the World Moving

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🚐💥 Discover the Skilled Trade That Pays $100K+ — No College Degree Needed!
In this episode of Sparky Life, Lia Lamela (Queen of Construction 👷‍♀⚡) interviews Curtis Hemmeler, a leading voice in the RV service world, to reveal why becoming an RV Technician might be the most underrated career path in the skilled trades.

Whether you're a student, career changer, or just trade-curious, this episode unpacks:
✅ What an RV Technician really does
✅ How to get trained (even with zero experience)
✅ Why this trade offers mobility, freedom, and six-figure earning potential
✅ Scholarships and opportunities for women and second-chance trainees
✅ Why RV techs are in HUGE demand right now

🎓 No degree? No problem.
💪 Hands-on work, people-first impact, and job security await.

Want to break free from the desk and build a career that travels with you?
👉 Hit play. This might be your sign.

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What part of this career surprised you the most —
💰 Six-figure potential?
🛠 No experience required?
🚐 The freedom to travel?

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🎧 In this episode: Welcome back to Sparky Life, where we shine a spotlight on the grittiest, gutsiest careers in the skilled trades — and sometimes even the deadliest.

Everyone says skilled trades are dangerous… but which one tops the list?

You won’t believe it — because it’s not what you think.

💥 In this wild and witty episode, Lia reveals the most dangerous skilled trade in America — and no, it’s not electricians, roofers, or deep-sea fishing crews. It’s… loggers.

Yep, the folks who take down trees and keep your homes, floors, and toilet paper stocked.

Join Lia as she dives into:

• The real risks behind America’s deadliest blue collar job 😳
• Chainsaws, bears, and zero cell service — what logging really looks like
• How high-tech machines (yes, like Transformers) are changing the game
• What logging pays, and whether it’s worth the danger
• Why loggers are essential and why we literally can’t live without them
• Who thrives in this career — and who should stay far away

It’s part thrill ride, part PSA, and all blue collar badassery. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or just love learning about skilled trades that keep the world running — you don’t want to miss this one.

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⏱ TIMESTAMPS

00:00:00 – Welcome to Sparky Life

00:00:28 – What’s the Most Dangerous Skilled Trade?

00:00:53 – It’s Logging! (Wait… what?)

00:01:22 – What Loggers Actually Do

00:02:09 – Logging Goes High Tech

00:03:01 – Just How Dangerous Is Logging?

00:04:10 – Fatality Rates & Real Stats

00:05:18 – Who Would Choose This Job?

00:06:16 – Pay, Perks, and the Power of Grit

00:06:44 – Pros and Cons of Logging

00:07:37 – Who Should Consider This Career

00:08:27 – What If Loggers Disappeared Tomorrow?

00:09:23 – Logging Isn’t Just a Job — It’s a Legacy

00:10:14 – Closing Thoughts & Call to Action

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