{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why the Trades Are Idaho\u2019s Most Overlooked Opportunities - Featuring Spencer Ward","description":"For decades, Americans have been told there\u2019s one clear path to success: go to a four-year college, get a degree, and everything else will fall into place. But today\u2019s labor market\u2014especially here in Idaho\u2014is telling a very different story. In this episode of the Idaho Business Podcast, we break down why skilled trades like electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, welders, and fabricators are becoming some of the most in-demand and opportunity-rich careers in the state and across the country. We look at national labor data, Idaho-specific workforce trends, and the growing gap between job openings and trained workers. We also talk honestly about earnings, job security, student debt, and why many trade careers now rival\u2014or outperform\u2014traditional degree-based paths without requiring four years of college. This isn\u2019t an anti-college conversation. It\u2019s a reality check. If you\u2019re a student, a parent, a business owner, or someone considering a career pivot, this episode will challenge old assumptions and highlight where real opportunity exists in Idaho\u2019s economy today\u2014and where it\u2019s headed next.   If you are feeling the love, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you are!! If you'd like to be featured on an episode go to theidahobusinesspodcast.com to APPLY! Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube ","author_name":"Idaho Business Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/www.pocatellobusinesspodcast.com\/","html":"