{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Finding Strength, Sobriety, and Success in the Trades with Mary-Anne Bowcott | Good Contractor Podcast","description":"This week, Luke and John sit down with Mary-Anne Bowcott, better known online as  The Lady Plumber\u2014a tradeswoman, entrepreneur, and fierce advocate for personal growth and resilience. What starts as a lighthearted chat quickly turns into one of the most powerful and honest conversations of the season. Mary-Anne shares her incredible journey from academic overachiever to high school dropout, through addiction, abuse, and recovery, and into a thriving career in the trades.&amp;nbsp; Key Takeaways:   Resilience is a Superpower: Mary-Anne\u2019s path through addiction and abuse to becoming a trusted trades professional is a testament to grit and perseverance.   A Moment Can Change Everything: A chance encounter with a construction business owner gave her the push she needed to believe in a different future.   Vulnerability Builds Trust: Sharing her past hasn\u2019t been easy, but it\u2019s allowed Mary-Anne to connect with others and create meaningful impact.   Social Media for Good: What began as a reluctant Instagram account has turned into a platform that inspires others in the trades and beyond.   Mental Health Matters: From psychological abuse to the pressures of entrepreneurship, Mary-Anne speaks openly about emotional well-being in an industry that rarely does.   ","author_name":"Good Contractor","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/512653","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37087120\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/189855800"}