Dirt Bags Podcast

Your 2026 Digital Marketing Plan - Dirt Bags University

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This Christmas, we're delivering a special edition of Dirt Bags University—packed with everything you need to build a stellar 2026 marketing plan.Bo...

#109: Earthwork Is A Race To The Bottom - Matt Study

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Christmas Special of the Dirt Bags Podcast, Luke Eggebraaten sits down with Matt Study, owner of Sapphire Construction Services in Kalispell, ...

#108: Respect Those Along The Way - JC’s Landscaping

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Eggebraaten is in studio with Jon Conte, the grit-fueled owner of JC’s Landscaping in Beacon Falls, CT. From one rusty truck in 2004 to a tight...

#107: Pay Attention To Your Indicators - Cole Schambari

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're excited to welcome Cole Schambari to the Dirt Bags Studio! A huge thanks to one of our great sponsors, Charlie Huff, for connecting u...

#106: The Blue Collar Future - Jaden Robison

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Dirt Bags Podcast, Luke Eggebraaten welcomes Jaden Robison, the visionary founder behind Blue Collar Future, a brand and moveme...

#105 : Building a 100M Culture - Josh Montanye

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Dirt Bags Podcast, we're in studio with Josh Montanye, Chief Business Officer at Williams Companies and Executive Vice Presiden...

#104: Building a Land Clearing Company Without Debt - Stone Hughes

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, we welcome Stone Hughes, founder of Michigan's God's Country Land Services, for a gritty dive into sustainab...

#103: From Scraper Dumps to Global Operator Training - Scott Lidster

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Luke Eggebraaten and guest host James Stiksma (@canadianseptic), owner of Canadian Septic and a proud Phaser client, for an epic episode of ...

#102: Scaling Mountains with Spider Excavators - Arnaud Hild

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we welcome Arnaud Hild, Co-Owner of NPA Specialty Equipment, a badass company crushing it in the specialty equipment game (check them out a...

#101: My Rock Bottom Had a Basement - Zach Taylor

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, we're featuring Zach Taylor, the founder of Milania Excavating. With over a decade of expertise in site work...

100th Episode Special Featuring the OG: Luke Payne

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the big 100th episode milestone of The Dirt Bags Podcast, and we're stoked to bring back the OG co-host, Luke Payne, for this one! We’re divi...

Burning Past Max Capacity - Marvin Joles

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Luke Eggebraaten on the Dirt Bags Podcast for an unfiltered, high-energy conversation with Marvin Joles, a powerhouse in the asphalt industry. As...

The Irish Dirt Dream: Josh Newell’s Leap into Excavation

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Josh Newell from Northern Ireland — a long-time Dirt Bags listener who just launched his own excavation company. J...

Why He Bought a Concrete Company (Instead of Starting From Scratch)

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Dirt Bags Podcast, host Luke Eggebraaten sits down with Matt Sockoch, co-owner of Payne Construction Services and Gateway Concr...

Afghanistan to Eljen: a Veteran's Second Tour

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Happy 4th of July! We're back with another awesome episode, and this one is packed with purpose. We're joined by Dervin Witmer as guest host, and we s...

Grow at the Speed of People - James Doyle

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're stoked to have James Doyle from Innovative Lawn & Landscape back on the show. If you've been following the podcast, you know Jame...

10X Is Easier Than 2X - Nordic Companies

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The Dirt Bags Podcast, we're sitting down with Joe Uran — Co-Owner of Nordic Companies and just an all-around solid dude. Nordic’...

Scaling to 1M and Beyond

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are joined by Zach Miller, owner of Southern Property Services, to talk about growing a business from the ground up and scaling to...

I Love Chaos - DC Excavation

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Dane Cotten, the man behind DC Excavation—one of the hardest-working excavation companies out there. Dane shares h...

Marketing, Hiring and Innovating - Lakeland Septic Company

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, we’re diving into the trenches with Josh Williams, the man behind Lakeland Septic Company, to talk about h...

Crush Mode Mindset - Micah Tysver

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're pumped to be joined by Micah Tysver, the man behind Crush Mode—and trust me, this one’s a heater.Whether you’re slinging dirt, running a b...

Get the Play and Run It - Anthony Mann Jr.

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Dirt Bags Podcast, Luke sits down with Anthony Mann Jr., the owner of Anthony Group Hardscapes, Anthony Winter Services, and Hardscap...

Knowing When to Capitalize on a Business Opportunity | D.M. Hock Enterprises

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're stoked to bring you another killer episode. This time, Luke is sitting down with Dakota Hock—he’s the brains behind D.M. Hock Enterprises an...

Chase Your Dreams | Red Run Property Services

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, we're joined by Dylan Rosenthal, the owner of Red Run Property Services in Kellner, Wisconsin. Dylan walks u...

WWETT House Part III - The Final Salute

22 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in for Part III of the Dirt Bags X WWETT House series!Sponsor Spotlight: Our Construction Insurance MAN, Charlie Huff - Let’s get real—insura...

WWETT House Part II - Employee Special

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in for Part II of the Dirt Bags X WWETT House series!Sponsor Spotlight: Our Construction Insurance MAN, Charlie Huff - Let’s get real—insuran...

WWETT House Part I

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in for Part 1 of the Dirt Bags X WWETT House series!Sponsor Spotlight: Our Construction Insurance MAN, Charlie Huff - Let’s get real—insuranc...

The Good Ol’ MSTA Conference Live Show

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're pumped to bring you a special live show straight from The Good Ol’ MSTA Conference. For this episode, we've got Dervin Witmer from Dig-It Exca...

Snowjobs Podcast X Dirt Bags

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's hard to believe it's been THREE YEARS of The Dirt Bags Podcast! Time flies when you're talking snow, dirt, and everything in between. To help cel...

Don’t Let the Hard Days Win - Links Outdoor Services

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, we tune in with Lincoln Ruggeberg, the man behind Links Outdoor Services, a premier landscaping and lawn car...

Struggling to Stop and Smell the Roses

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, Luke Eggebraaten talks with 25-year-old Mason Pichetti, owner of True North Excavating in Duluth, MN. Despit...

Deep Dive into your P&L, Margins, and Business - Brex Enterprises - Alicia Brentzel

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of Dirt Bags, we're joined by Alicia Brentzel, the brilliant mind behind Brex Enterprises, to talk all things profit and loss, ma...

How to Build Efficiencies in your Business - Walnut Grove Excavating

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as we welcome in Travis Gemmell, owner of Walnut Grove Excavating! Guest hosting with Luke is James Stiksma from Canadian Septic, bringing eve...

Nail Your First Impression - Windwood Property Services

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, we’re pumped to have Windwood Property Services on the show! These guys are crushing it in property manage...

Attitude Check - Hunter Eisenbath

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Dirt Bags Podcast, we’re digging into the world of landscaping with none other than Hunter Eisenbath, the founder and owner o...

Take Control of Your Damn Life - Jeff Davis

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Dirt Bags podcast, we're stoked to have Jeff Davis from @jeffdavisfit joining us! We’ll dive into his fitness journey, share ...

Build the Brand - Develop the Culture - Yeti Earthworks

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Yeti Earthworks to the show! With Luke Payne moving on, it’s a new chapter for us, and we couldn’t be...

Dirt Tales: Septic Express

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for a special episode of Dirt Tales on The Dirt Bags Podcast as we welcome Septic Express!

Dirt Tales: Schares Landscaping

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have a special Dirt Tales segment featuring Schares Landscaping. Tune in as we dig deep!

Dirt Bags Recap: Luke P BACK in Studio

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Payne is back! It has been a busy summer for Luke at Western Excavation, an excavation contractor based in Bismarck, North Dakota. They are a cus...

Dirt Tales: Andersons Septic

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andersons Septic is a small, family-owned and operated business that provides top-notch specialty home services. The Andronaco family business is four...

Dirt Tales: Kuster Earthworks

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we dive deep into the world of earthmoving and excavation with our special guest, Sam Kuster from Kuster Earthworks!

Dirt Tales: Canadian Septic

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first episode of Dirt Tales! Typically, our show features both of our dirtbags, Luke and Luke. In this episode, Luke 2.0 is taking over...

Building a Tiered Promotion System - Parker Rock ‘N’ Dirt

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on the latest episode of Dirt Bags Podcast as we delve deep with Alex Parker from Parker Rock 'N' Dirt! Rock 'N' Dirt is a prominent excavatio...

Business Is A Game of Negotiation

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on the Dirt Bags Podcast as we tackle the gritty realities of business, diving deep into the crucial art of negotiation. In this episode, we s...

The Inner Workings of a Company Dynamic

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, we are diving deep into the intricate dynamics of company culture, structure, and relationships. Join us as ...

5th Year College Graduate —> Komatsu King

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week on the Dirt Bags Podcast as we welcome in with Ryan Muehler. Ryan has worked at General Equipment & Supplies since 1999!

Dirt Bags Q&A | Episode #7

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Unearthing Your Burning Questions! YOU, our dedicated Dirt Bags community, in the spotlight. It's time to unearth your burning questions.

Leaning on God - 641 Excavating

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

641 is experienced in land clearing, site prep & grading services! Tune in as we welcome Jon Vanzee, a day one Dirt Bag listener. We are super sto...

The Forbidden Topic: Owner's Pay

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Dirt Bags Podcast, we delve into a critical yet often overlooked aspect of business sustainability: Owner's Pay. Join us as we ...

Playing The Hand You’re Dealt | Benjamin Holmgren

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, we welcome Benjamin Holmgren to the show! Benjamin brings with him a wealth of expertise from his role at Ke...

Hiring and Firing | Dirt Bags Rant

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our next rant! In this episode, the Dirt Bags are diving into the topic of hiring and firing.

Dirt Bags Podcast | SynkedUp

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we welcome Weston Zimmerman, founder of SynkedUP! SynkedUP puts you in control of your numbers with budgeting to dial in your pricing, and ...

Dirt Bags Q&A | Episode 6

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You bring in the questions, and we bring in the answers. Welcome to Episode #6 of the Dirt Bags Q&A!

Project Silkstone

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the next season of the Dirt Bags Podcast! Please join us as we invite Travis Hesketh, founder of Silkstone Group to the show in one of our ...

MSTA Conference with Dervin Witmer and Jason Spangle

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to @engcon_usa for sponsoring the @officialdirtbagspodcast hosted by @luke_eggebraaten of @phaser_marketing. Today's guests were @dervinwitmer ...

Dirt Bags University Recap

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode recaps Dirt Bags University: The New Way to Connect, Grow, and Educate our Business Owners in the Dirt World.

Dirt Bags Q&A | Episode 5

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You ask the questions, and we bring in the answers!

Get Crackin’ - Shawn Bonnington

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Shawn Bonnington is the driving force behind VizaLogix. He oversees the day-to-day strategic management of the company. With over 20 years of experien...

Dirt Bags Rant : Work/Life Balance

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Balancing work and life is key. Check it out as the Dirt Bags dial in on how to improve the balance of work and life!

Dirt Bags Rant | Being The Owner

05 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When owning and managing a business, there's so much that goes on behind the scenes. In this Rant episode, the Dirt Bags dive into what they have noti...

Dirt Bags Recap

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of the year again! Tune in as the Dirt Bags dive into an epic recap.

Developing Business | J-AAR

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we invite Kyle Brady of J-AAR to the show! J-AAR is experienced in a variety of services, such as earthwork and excavation, site servicing (sewe...

Dirt Bags Q&A - Episode #4

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You bring in the questions, and we bring in the answers! Big shoutout to all our Dirt Bags listeners as we welcome them in Episode #4 of the Dirt Bags...

Goodbye Black Iron Dirt

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is this the end for Black Iron Dirt & Demolition? Tune in to find out!

CULTure of Snow Removal | Snow Jobs Podcast

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Thanksgiving to all the Dirt Bags out there! Join us as we invite Jeremy Lindstrom and Steve Vilardi to the show. Jeremy runs Glacier Snow Manag...

Dirt World Summit Recap

10 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Dirt Bags recap the Dirt World Summit, which is a first-of-its-kind event aimed at bringing Dirt World leaders together to learn practical ways to...

Adapt or Die | McKenzie Sims

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sims Industrial Services does a multitude of different things throughout the dirt world and the construction industry. They also fulfill needs for tru...

Dirt Bags Q&A #3

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You bring in the questions and we bring in the answers! Shoutout to all our Dirt Bags listeners as we welcome in Episode #3 of the Dirt Bags Q&A.

Dirt Bags Rant | Removing Emotion

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sit back, relax, and tune in because the Dirt Bags are back with another Rant!

Dirt Baguettes | The Better Halves

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Dirt Bags introduce their wives as they announce a new series on the podcast!

Dirt Bags Rant | People Only Care About Results

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Already episode 38, can you believe it? Check it out, as this is the next episode of the Dirt Bag Rant Series!

Q&A

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Episode II of the Dirt Bag's Q&A!

Buying A Business or Buying A Job | Canadian Septic

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Canadian Septic is a family owned and operated company. They provide a full complement of septic services to customers throughout the Fraser Valley, L...

Dirt Bags Rant | Love Where You're At

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first rendition of the Dirt Bags Rant series! Dirt Bag hosts Luke Payne and Luke Eggebraaten jump into perception and why you should tr...

Q&A

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first episode of our new Q&A segment series!

Paint The Picture | Doug Casscles

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we welcome Doug Casscles of BlackRock Excavating! They specialize in sewer and septic system installations and repairs for residential and ...

Spend Money to Make Money

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to share some thrilling updates about the upcoming segments featuring the Dirt Bags Podcast. We recently discussed how we're building ou...

Partnerships

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Please give a warm welcome to Cole Anderson for this week's episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast. Cole is Luke Payne's business partner at Western Excavat...

Pushing The Standard - Rueben Group

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Rueben Group is a wet and dry utility contractor servicing North Texas. Devon Boudreau built up a very successful company in Edmonton, AB, and the...

Commercial V.S. Residential

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this Episode, the Dirt Bags dive into simplifying your business, doing favors, a Dirt Bags University announcement, Turf Wars, and using resources ...

You Gotta' Do More Than a Fu**ing Pizza Party

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this Episode, the Dirt Bags dive into "affording your business and equipment, getting creative in changing markets, the value of knowledge, and mos...

#1 In The #2 Business

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this Episode of the Dirt Bags Podcast, hosted by Luke Eggebraaten and Luke Payne we welcome on the MAN Dervin! He owns Dig-it Excavating, which is ...

Due Diligence

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Take your time in business and do some damn due diligence!Link to order a copy of Luke's new book on Amazon, The Digital Dirt World: https://www.amazo...

Be a Savage

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Luke and Luke are finally back in studio from CONEXPO! Check it out as the Dirt Bags dive back into it all in this huge episode: Be a SavageLink to or...

Dirt Bags LIVE at the Diamond Mower's Booth

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was recorded live at CONEXPO 2023. Check it out as the Dirt Bags Podcast team up with Diamond Mowers, in person! Producer Brandon did his...

Digging Out To Keep Digging | BlackRock Excavating

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

LIVE AT CONEXPO 2023! Check it out as the Dirt Bags interview Doug of BlackRock Excavating. It's a family-owned and operated business based in Salisbu...

The Dirty Thirty

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shoutout to our friends over at Kinetic Leasing for their support on the Dirt Bags University partnership!! Reach out to them for any questions on lea...

The Dirt Bags Podcast | Sapphire Construction

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

General Contracting, Project Management, Excavation, and Site Prep are the name of the game. Check it out, as the Dirt Bags have the man, Matt Study, ...

No Handouts! | James Doyle

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sit back, grab a drink, and relax as the Dirt Bags interview James Doyle of Innovative Lawn & Landscape. Shoutout to our guy James, as this is his...

COO of Snow | Jeremy Lindstrom

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Glacier Snow Management is a commercial snow removal business in Fargo and West Fargo, ND, Moorhead, MN, and the surrounding area. They do commercial ...

Dirt Bags Before Dark

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Dirt Bags recorded this episode BEFORE DARK. Slamming waters and NA beers at noon on a Thursday. Amazing episode, don't forget to register for Dir...

Year 1 As A Business Owner - D2 Contracting

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This December, we welcome our first ever recurring guest, Dylan Mercier to the show! Dylan did an episode a few months back when he was an employee at...

Separation Season

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No better season than separation season. This is when you need to take advantage and get ahead in your business, as an employee, as a human. Let's get...

Blue Collar Reality

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Diesel & Iron was born from a passion for the construction industry. Bryan has spent his entire life around heavy equipment. The job sites he visi...

Constructing Relationships at CONEXPO

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

John Somers is responsible for the strategic direction of construction and utility programs and services for AEM membership. In North America and worl...

Running a Construction Company with a Full Time Job | Luke Payne

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Dirt Bags share their thoughts on knowing when to quit a job and how Black Iron Dirt was built while Luke Payne was working full-time.Link to orde...

Dirt Gang Meets Dirt Bags

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cody Gilbert started The Official Dirt Gang and also owns Gilbert & Sons with his Dad. Tune in as the Dirt Gang meets the Dirt Bags!Link to order ...

Different Ways to Finance Equipment - Kinetic Leasing

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Dirt Bags Podcast welcomes Kinetic Leasing to the show! Established in 2000, Kinetic Leasing is a general equipment financing company with offices...

Be a F*ckin Man

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Dirt Bags discuss the importance of following up in business, focusing on relationships, and being a man.Link to order a copy of Luke's new book o...