Mental Health, Money, & the Power of Real Talk: Trapper Roderick Gets Raw About Life in the Trades

In this episode, Mark Williams and Trapper Roderick chat about what made 2025 special for them and what they’re excited about in 2026—from cool new branding ideas for their job sites to sharing some real talk about mental health and the ups and downs of being a contractor. There’s plenty of humor, honest moments about family and faith, and even some creative marketing tips (plus some dumpster talk!). It's all about appreciating the wins, learning from the tough moments, and staying hopeful for what's next.

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The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you’re looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life.

Sponsors for the Episode:

Pella
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Sauna Camp
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Where to find the Guest:
Website: https://www.roderickbuilders.com/
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