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Where Does Your Trade Come From? Trade History Special with Rachael Wragg & Bill Sargent

The Clive Holland Show

Saturday, 14 February 2026 - 19 minutes

Ayup Podcasters, and welcome to a little bit extra of Clive’s Little Bit Extra!This week, we’ve got a History Special for anyone interested in traditional trades.🎤 Rachael Wragg, aka Ginger Stone Mason, joins Clive to talk about her journey in the trade, breaking stereotypes, and why we need more women in construction. From stonework to masonry, Rachael’s story is inspiring and full of passion.🛠️ Bill Sargent, an old-school Pargetter & Traditional Plasterer, shares his family’s legacy in the trade and his tips for anyone interested in keeping these skills alive. His insights on traditional pargetting are fascinating, and there’s even a sneak peek at his upcoming book!If you’re interested in tradespeople stories, traditional skills, masonry, pargetting, women in construction, or just proper trade banter, this episode is packed full of inspiration and insight.👉 Don’t forget to subscribe to Clive’s Little Bit Extra so you never miss an episode. Look after yourself, look out for your mates, and we’ll catch you next time on Fix Radio, the planet’s only radio station for the trade.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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