In The Mix with Marvin Joles

Mastering Measurement: How Moasure is Revolutionizing the Asphalt Industry Ep. #33

In this episode of In The Mix, Marvin talks with Moasure [https://moasu.re/Marvin] team members Barry Fitzgerald and Jamie Armfield about how Moasure's motion-based measuring tool has improved estimating and quoting for sealcoating and hot mix asphalt paving. They discuss key capabilities including fast capture of irregular shapes, curves (TraceLine), hard-to-reach boundaries (SkipLine), shape-within-shape measurements (Layers), grade/pitch and 3D terrain mapping, and stockpile volume calculations, along with exports like PDF, CSV, DXF, and DWG for office or CAD use. The conversation covers common misconceptions (e.g., that it relies on GPS), adoption hurdles ("my guys won't use it"), real-world examples from trade shows and job sites, and rookie mistakes like skipping the onboarding tutorial, emphasizing time, labor, and cost savings through quicker, more accurate measurements and clearer collaboration. 🏗️ Connect with Moasure: Website: https://www.moasure.com/ [https://www.moasure.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moasure/ [https://www.instagram.com/moasure/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MOASURE [https://www.youtube.com/c/MOASURE] 🚧 Connect with Marvin: Website: https://inthemixmj.com [https://inthemixmj.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvinjoles/ [https://www.instagram.com/marvinjoles/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthemixmj/ [https://www.instagram.com/inthemixmj/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inthemixmj [https://www.youtube.com/@inthemixmj] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinjoles [https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinjoles] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-joles-4b1b73130/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-joles-4b1b73130/] 🚨 SPONSORS 🚨 🚧 1-800 Stencil Products Phone: 1-800-783-6245 Website: https://1800stencil.com/ [https://1800stencil.com/] 🦺 Bensink Rotary Broom https://bensinkrotarybroom.com/ [https://bensinkrotarybroom.com/] 🏗️ PaveCo National https://paveco.com/ [https://paveco.com/] Phone: 1-866-PAVEMENT 📏 Moasure https://moasu.re/Marvin [https://moasu.re/Marvin] Promo: Save $20 🛣️ 1800Stencil / RAE Products https://rae-products.com/ [https://rae-products.com/] 🥾 Brunt Workwear https://www.BruntWorkwear.com [https://www.BruntWorkwear.com] Promo Code: MJOLES10 Save $10 on new orders of $60 or more at checkout. 🛠️ Jobber https://go.getjobber.com/Marvinjoles [https://go.getjobber.com/Marvinjoles] Free 14-day trial and 20% off Jobber for 6 months. 💪 1st Phorm http://1stphorm.com/inthemix [http://1stphorm.com/inthemix] Free shipping on orders over $75. 💡 Portable Lighting Solutions https://portablelightingsolutions.net/ [https://portablelightingsolutions.net/] 🚜 KM International https://www.kminternational.com/ [https://www.kminternational.com/] 🏗️ Cemen Tech https://cementech.com/ [https://cementech.com/] 🚚 Bulk Source https://bulksource.com/ [https://bulksource.com/] 🤖 TruTec - AI Paving Takeoffs https://trutec.ai/ [https://trutec.ai/] 💙 Dream On 3 https://dreamon3.org/ [https://dreamon3.org/] 🌐 Visit Us Online: https://inthemixmj.com [https://inthemixmj.com] 🎧 About The Show The "In The Mix" podcast highlights the asphalt industry, the people who build it, and the organizations that help move it forward. We also talk about the Dirt World, construction, entrepreneurship, and other trades with great guests from across the industry. When it comes to the world of asphalt, we cover asphalt paving, blacktop, sealcoating, crack sealing, asphalt patching, asphalt milling, hot-mix asphalt design, line striping, residential work, commercial jobs, equipment, crews, leadership, and business ownership. We also discuss how to stay motivated, how to handle the challenges of owning your own business, working in the asphalt trade, and real stories from the field and beyond. #AsphaltPaving #Blacktop #Asphalt #Sealcoating #Construction #HeavyEquipment #Dirtworld #Linestriping © Marvin Joles, LLC, 2026. All rights reserved.

Overcoming Obstacles: Austin Monteiro's Journey from Construction to Ultra Running Inspiration Ep. #32

In this In The Mix episode recorded in Nashville, Marvin interviews Austin Monteiro, a 27-year-old First Phorm [https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=inthemix] warehouse employee and ultrarunner, about how First Phorm's culture of discipline, high standards, and customer-first community impacts the way employees and customers carry themselves. Austin shares his nomadic background, years in construction and industrial work, losing his mother in 2020, and how fitness, David Goggins' influence, and intentional mental training shaped his identity and habits. He explains he was born with limited mobility on his right side due to a stroke-like event in the womb, yet pursues extreme endurance goals, including attempting a 100-mile race again after stopping at 50 miles last year due to icy conditions and inadequate gear. The conversation centers on belief, effort, mindset, and using hard physical challenges to build confidence and inspire others. 🎙️ Connect with Austin 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austin__monteiro/ [https://www.instagram.com/austin__monteiro/] 🎧 Connect with Marvin 🌐 Website: https://inthemixmj.com [https://inthemixmj.com] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvinjoles/ [https://www.instagram.com/marvinjoles/] 🎙️ In The Mix Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthemixmj/ [https://www.instagram.com/inthemixmj/] ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inthemixmj [https://www.youtube.com/@inthemixmj] 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinjoles [https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinjoles] 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-joles-4b1b73130/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-joles-4b1b73130/] 🙌 Sponsors 1-800 Stencil Products 📞 1-800-783-6245 🌐 https://1800stencil.com/ [https://1800stencil.com/] Bensink 🌐 https://bensinkrotarybroom.com/ [https://bensinkrotarybroom.com/] PaveCo National 📞 1-866-PAVEMENT 🌐 https://paveco.com/ [https://paveco.com/] Moasure 💰 Save $20 with Marvin's link: 🌐 https://moasu.re/Marvin [https://moasu.re/Marvin] 1800Stencil / RAE Products 🌐 https://rae-products.com/ [https://rae-products.com/] Brunt Workwear 🥾 Use promo code MJOLES10 to save $10 on new orders of $60 or more at checkout. 🌐 www.BruntWorkwear.com [http://www.BruntWorkwear.com] Jobber 📋 Get a free 14-day trial and 20% off Jobber for 6 months. 🌐 https://go.getjobber.com/Marvinjoles [https://go.getjobber.com/Marvinjoles] 1st Phorm 💪 Free shipping on orders over $75. 🌐 http://1stphorm.com/inthemix [http://1stphorm.com/inthemix] Portable Lighting Solutions 💡 https://portablelightingsolutions.net/ [https://portablelightingsolutions.net/] KM International 🔥 https://www.kminternational.com/ [https://www.kminternational.com/] Cemen Tech 🚧 https://cementech.com/ [https://cementech.com/] Bulk Source 🚛 https://bulksource.com/ [https://bulksource.com/] TruTec - AI Paving Takeoffs 🤖 https://trutec.ai/ [https://trutec.ai/] Dream On 3 💙 https://dreamon3.org/ [https://dreamon3.org/] 🌐 Visit In The Mix Online https://inthemixmj.com [https://inthemixmj.com] The In The Mix podcast highlights the entire asphalt industry, the people who make it happen, and the organizations that support it. We also talk about the Dirt World, construction, entrepreneurship, and other trades with great guests from across the industry. 🚧 When it comes to the world of asphalt, we cover asphalt paving, asphalt sealcoating, crack sealing, asphalt patching, asphalt milling, hot-mix asphalt design, and line striping for residential and commercial customers. We also discuss staying motivated, handling the challenges of business ownership, working in the asphalt trade, and sharing great stories from our industry and beyond. 💪 #AsphaltPaving #Blacktop #Asphalt #Sealcoating #Construction #HeavyEquipment #Dirtworld #Linestriping © Marvin Joles, LLC, 2026. All rights reserved.

From Asphalt Dreams to National Contracts: Lessons with PaveCo Pros Ep. #31

Marvin welcomes Darin Whelan (founder of PaveCo) and Matt Stone to discuss how a long-running relationship with PaveCo grew from a Chattanooga meetup into a deeper look at national contracting going into 2026. Darin shares about starting PaveCo in 2013 after seeing a lack of reliable paving/concrete contractors in South Florida, launching PaveCo National around 2019–2020 at clients' request, navigating COVID disruptions, and building a partner-first model based on lessons from working under national providers. They discuss industry shifts after COVID, private equity and AI-driven interest in blue-collar trades, common subcontractor frustrations with nationals (payment terms, lack of bid feedback, poor site communication, and not backing partners on disputes), and PaveCo's focus on predictable execution, fast/clear communication, pride in workmanship, single-point-of-contact coordination, and helping smaller contractors access larger clients and grow through consistent work. 🚧 Connect with PaveCo 🌐 Website: https://paveco.com/ [https://paveco.com/] 🔗 Darin Whelan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darin-whelan-1006708/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/darin-whelan-1006708/] 🔗 Matthew Stone on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-stone-647919180/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-stone-647919180/] 🎧 Connect with Marvin 🌐 Website: https://inthemixmj.com [https://inthemixmj.com] 📸 Marvin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvinjoles/ [https://www.instagram.com/marvinjoles/] 📸 In The Mix on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthemixmj/ [https://www.instagram.com/inthemixmj/] ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inthemixmj [https://www.youtube.com/@inthemixmj] 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinjoles [https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinjoles] 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-joles-4b1b73130/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-joles-4b1b73130/] 🙌 Sponsors 🚧 1-800 Stencil Products 📞 1-800-783-6245 🌐 https://1800stencil.com/ [https://1800stencil.com/] 🧹 Bensink 🌐 https://bensinkrotarybroom.com/ [https://bensinkrotarybroom.com/] 🚧 PaveCo National 📞 1-866-PAVEMENT 🌐 https://paveco.com/ [https://paveco.com/] 📏 Moasure 🌐 https://moasu.re/Marvin [https://moasu.re/Marvin] 💰 Save $20 🚧 1800Stencil / RAE Products 🌐 https://rae-products.com/ [https://rae-products.com/] 🥾 Brunt 🌐 www.BruntWorkwear.com [http://www.BruntWorkwear.com] 💰 Promo Code: MJOLES10 Code saves $10 on new orders of $60 or more at checkout. 💼 Jobber 🌐 https://go.getjobber.com/Marvinjoles [https://go.getjobber.com/Marvinjoles] 💰 Free 14-day trial and 20% off Jobber for 6 months. 💪 1st Phorm 🌐 http://1stphorm.com/inthemix [http://1stphorm.com/inthemix] 💰 Free shipping on orders over $75. 💡 Portable Lighting Solutions 🌐 https://portablelightingsolutions.net/ [https://portablelightingsolutions.net/] 🔥 KM International 🌐 https://www.kminternational.com/ [https://www.kminternational.com/] 🚛 Cemen Tech 🌐 https://cementech.com/ [https://cementech.com/] 📦 Bulk Source 🌐 https://bulksource.com/ [https://bulksource.com/] 💙 Dream On 3 🌐 https://dreamon3.org/ [https://dreamon3.org/] 🌐 Visit Us Online https://inthemixmj.com [https://inthemixmj.com] 🔎 Topics We Cover #AsphaltPaving #Blacktop #Asphalt #Sealcoating #Construction #HeavyEquipment #Dirtworld #Linestriping © Marvin Joles, LLC, 2026. All rights reserved.

From the UFC Octagon to Asphalt Parking Lots with Scott Holtzman Ep. #30

Reinvention sounds exciting until you are the one living it. This conversation gets into what it really looks like to step out of one intense career, lose the structure that defined your life, and build something new from the ground up. Marvin talks with Scott Holtzman about the shift from the UFC to owning AMC Sealcoating and Paint Striping in Knoxville. A former UFC fighter, Scott shares how discipline, emotional control, and attention to detail carried over from fight prep into business ownership, even when the work, the pressure, and the stakes looked completely different. They get into the identity shift that comes with retirement, the challenge of figuring out what comes next, and the reality of learning an industry from scratch. Scott opens up about buying an asphalt business without knowing much about asphalt at all, then leaning on work ethic, repetition, and a willingness to stay uncomfortable until he figured it out. The conversation also covers hard jobsite moments, communication under pressure, building trust with a crew, and why mental toughness is something built over time, not something people are simply born with. Covered in this episode: • Scott Holtzman's transition from the UFC to asphalt and sealcoating • What retirement can feel like when your identity has been tied to competition • Why business ownership can be just as mentally demanding as fighting • How Scott learned the asphalt industry from scratch after buying a company • The role discipline and routine played in both fight prep and entrepreneurship • Why communication and organization matter as much as technical skill • How to stay calm when equipment breaks or jobs go sideways • What mental toughness really means in business and in life • Why blue-collar work gave Scott a new sense of purpose • The advice Scott would give anyone facing a fresh start This is a strong listen for anyone navigating transition, building a business, or trying to carry lessons from one chapter of life into the next. Scott's story is a reminder that starting over does not mean starting empty. Connect with Scott LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-holtzman-2b6821275/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/hotsauceholtzy/] Connect with Marvin Website [https://inthemixmj.com] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/marvinjoles/] In The Mix Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/inthemixmj/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@inthemixmj] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinjoles] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-joles-4b1b73130/] Sponsors 🚧 1-800 Stencil Products 📞 1-800-783-6245 1800stencil.com [https://1800stencil.com/] Bensink Bensink Rotary Broom [https://bensinkrotarybroom.com/] PaveCo National 📞 1-866-PAVEMENT PaveCo [https://paveco.com/] Moasure Save $20 with Moasure [https://moasu.re/Marvin] 1800Stencil / RAE Products RAE Products [https://rae-products.com/] Brunt Brunt Workwear [https://www.BruntWorkwear.com] 🧢 Promo Code: MJOLES10 Save $10 on new orders of $60 or more at checkout Jobber Start Your Free Trial [https://go.getjobber.com/Marvinjoles] 🛠️ Promo: Free 14-day trial + 20% off Jobber for 6 months 1st Phorm Shop 1st Phorm [http://1stphorm.com/inthemix] 💪 Promo: Free shipping on orders over $75 Portable Lighting Solutions portablelightingsolutions.net [https://portablelightingsolutions.net/] KM International kminternational.com [https://www.kminternational.com/] Cemen Tech cementech.com [https://cementech.com/] Bulk Source bulksource.com [https://bulksource.com/] Dream On 3 dreamon3.org [https://dreamon3.org/] Visit Us Online 🌐 In The Mix Website [https://inthemixmj.com] About the Podcast 🎧 The In The Mix podcast highlights the entire asphalt industry, the people who make it work, and the organizations that help shape it. The show also explores the dirt world, construction, entrepreneurship, and other trades through conversations with great guests. When it comes to the world of asphalt, we talk about asphalt paving, sealcoating, crack sealing, patching, milling, hot-mix asphalt design, and line striping for residential and commercial customers. We also discuss how to stay motivated, how to handle the challenges of owning your own business, and share stories from our industry and beyond. Hashtags 🏁 #AsphaltPaving #Blacktop #Asphalt #Sealcoating #Construction #HeavyEquipment #DirtWorld #LineStriping © Marvin Joles, LLC, 2026. All rights reserved.

The Struggle is Real: Navigating Construction, Family, and Mental Health Ep. #29

The Hidden Cost of Success in Construction Pressure can build long before anyone else sees the cracks. This conversation takes an honest look at the mental and emotional strain many contractors carry while trying to keep a business, a team, and a family moving forward. Marvin talks with Bryce Wuori, CEO of Pavewise, third-generation construction entrepreneur, and father of four, about the hidden toll of burnout, panic attacks, depression, and suicidal moments. Bryce shares how constant stress, too much caffeine, poor sleep, and refusing to ask for help pushed him into a dangerous place, and what helped him begin to recover. They also explore the added pressure of modern business life, from nonstop phone use and digital stimulation to social comparison and the complexity of leading in today's world. Bryce explains how meditation, reading, therapy, stronger boundaries, and being more present with his family helped him shift from a sprint mentality to a healthier marathon approach built on delegation, trust, and sustainability. Covered in this episode: • Why outward success can hide serious internal struggles • How burnout, panic attacks, and depression can build over time • The impact of stress, sleep loss, and excessive caffeine • Why asking for help feels hard for many business owners • How meditation, reading, and therapy supported Bryce's recovery • Why setting boundaries with your phone matters • What changed when Bryce became more present with his family • How digital overload and social comparison add pressure • Why delegation and training others create a healthier business • The lesson Bryce wants more contractors to hear: you cannot do it alone This episode is a strong listen for contractors, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are carrying more than they admit. It is a reminder that real strength includes speaking up, slowing down, and getting support before the cost gets too high. 🔗 Resources Pavewise: https://www.pavewisepro.com/ [https://www.pavewisepro.com/] 🤝 Connect Bryce Wuori: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-wuori/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-wuori/] Marvin: https://inthemixmj.com [https://inthemixmj.com] https://www.instagram.com/marvinjoles/ [https://www.instagram.com/marvinjoles/] https://www.instagram.com/inthemixmj/ [https://www.instagram.com/inthemixmj/] https://www.youtube.com/@inthemixmj [https://www.youtube.com/@inthemixmj] https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinjoles [https://www.tiktok.com/@marvinjoles] https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-joles-4b1b73130/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-joles-4b1b73130/] 🎧 Sponsors 1-800 Stencil Products: 1-800 783-6245 https://1800stencil.com/ [https://1800stencil.com/] Bensink: https://bensinkrotarybroom.com/ [https://bensinkrotarybroom.com/] PaveCo National: https://paveco.com/ [https://paveco.com/] 1-866-PAVEMENT Moasure: https://moasu.re/Marvin [https://moasu.re/Marvin] Save $20 1800Stencil/RAE Products: https://rae-products.com/ [https://rae-products.com/] Brunt: www.BruntWorkwear.com [http://www.BruntWorkwear.com] Promo code: MJOLES10 $10 off new orders of $60 or more at checkout Jobber: https://go.getjobber.com/Marvinjoles [https://go.getjobber.com/Marvinjoles] Free 14-Day Trial and 20% off Jobber for 6 Months 1st Phorm: http://1stphorm.com/inthemix [http://1stphorm.com/inthemix] Free shipping on orders over $75 Portable Lighting Solutions: https://portablelightingsolutions.net/ [https://portablelightingsolutions.net/] KM International: https://www.kminternational.com/ [https://www.kminternational.com/] Cemen Tech: https://cementech.com/ [https://cementech.com/] Bulk Source: https://bulksource.com/ [https://bulksource.com/] Dream On 3: https://dreamon3.org/ [https://dreamon3.org/] 🌐 Listen Visit us online: https://inthemixmj.com [https://inthemixmj.com] About the Show The "In The Mix" podcast highlights the entire Asphalt Industry, the people that comprise it and organizations that make it up. The show also covers Dirt World, construction, entrepreneurship, and the real challenges that come with owning and operating a business in the trades. #AsphaltPaving #Blacktop #Asphalt #Sealcoating #Construction #HeavyEquipment #Dirtworld #Linestriping © Marvin Joles, LLC, 2026. All rights reserved.