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Why Smart People Take America's Most Dangerous Job

13 Sep 2025

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Send us a textEvery skilled professional needs the right tools to succeed → Get the right tool for YOU at SUPPLY HOUSE — Use code SL5 for 5% off!In this episode: Welcome back to Sparky Life, where we shine a spotlight on the grittiest, gutsiest careers in the skilled trades — and sometimes even the deadliest.Everyone says skilled trades are dangerous… but which one tops the list?You won’t believe it — because it’s not what you think.In this wild and witty episode, Lia reveals the most dangerous skilled trade in America — and no, it’s not electricians, roofers, or deep-sea fishing crews. It’s… loggers.Yep, the folks who take down trees and keep your homes, floors, and toilet paper stocked.The real risks behind America’s deadliest blue collar job 😳Chainsaws, bears, and zero cell service — what logging really looks likeHow high-tech machines (yes, like Transformers) are changing the gameWhat logging pays, and whether it’s worth the dangerWhy loggers are essential and why we literally can’t live without themWho thrives in this career — and who should stay far awayIt’s part thrill ride, part PSA, and all blue collar badassery. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or just love learning about skilled trades that keep the world running — you don’t want to miss this one.⏱ TIMESTAMPS00:00:00 – Welcome to Sparky Life00:00:28 – What’s the Most Dangerous Skilled Trade?00:00:53 – It’s Logging! (Wait… what?)00:01:22 – What Loggers Actually Do00:02:09 – Logging Goes High Tech00:03:01 – Just How Dangerous Is Logging?00:04:10 – Fatality Rates & Real Stats00:05:18 – Who Would Choose This Job?00:06:16 – Pay, Perks, and the Power of Grit00:06:44 – Pros and Cons of Logging👇 WATCH the episodes on YOUTUBE!SPARKY LIFE on YOUTUBE📲 Stay Connected:Instagram: @sparkylifeofliaTikTok: @sparkylifeoflia🛠 Huge thanks to our sponsor: SupplyHouseGet the best tools & supplies → supplyhouse.com/t-mUse code SL5 for 5% off!Support the show

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