Visual Climber Podcast

Tony Darbyshire (SAWPOD) Part 2

Part 2: In this episode we sit down with Tony Darbyshire, the co-founder of Sawpod Ltd, a UK-based arboriculture training and equipment company born from decades of tree care experience and a passion for sharing knowledge. Tony started his journey into arboriculture back in the late 1980s, training formally at the renowned Merrist Wood College and later branching out into teaching and professional instruction. In 2005 he and his partner Di Darbyshire established Sawpod Ltd — a business “designed by arborists, for arborists” — offering high-quality chainsaw, tree-climbing and aerial rescue courses that go far beyond basic certification to prepare trainees thoroughly for real-world work in forests, woodlands and urban settings. This is Part 1 of my conversation with tony on how he became the teacher trainer and friend in the tree that many of you know him as.    A Big thanks to our sponsors that help make this happen! Arbostar https://arbostar.com/special-discount?utm_source=referral&utm_campaign=simeon_balsam [https://arbostar.com/special-discount?utm_source=referral&utm_campaign=simeon_balsam] DISCOUNT CODE: FromSim Sorbus Internationl https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/ [https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/] (All your arb gear needs) Arbortec Forsetwear https://arbortec.com/ [https://arbortec.com/] (PPE and Arb Clothing) Arbjobs https://arbjobs.com [https://arbjobs.com/] (no1 location for Careers and job opportunities )

A Day With Aztech: Adam & Nathan Sit Down

On this week’s episode of the Visual Climber podcast, I take you on a day trip to Aztec, where we dive deep behind the scenes with Nathan and Adam from Forst. We’re capturing content for the massive chipper giveaway, but more than that, we unpack Aztec’s incredible forestry and arb setup—it’s next level. Join us for this exclusive behind-the-scenes chat on how Aztec built their reputation and scaled their success—don’t miss it!   Arbostar https://arbostar.com/referral/41b6583af2?fbclid=PAZnRzaAQFbEtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAaefJnKGQTXavLD9Z0P_iI1NEedV_CPenaa2Qyo7D5npNaiuU2xPn-9-fEScTw_aem_n-iLQvDepZB71ngc3v3BOw [https://arbostar.com/referral/41b6583af2?fbclid=PAZnRzaAQFbEtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAaefJnKGQTXavLD9Z0P_iI1NEedV_CPenaa2Qyo7D5npNaiuU2xPn-9-fEScTw_aem_n-iLQvDepZB71ngc3v3BOw] DISCOUNT CODE: FromSim Sorbus Internationl https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/ [https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/] (All your arb gear needs) Arbortec Forsetwear https://arbortec.com/ [https://arbortec.com/] (PPE and Arb Clothing) Arbjobs https://arbjobs.com [https://arbjobs.com/] (no1 location for Careers and job opportunities )

FORST HQ Ben Hennessy (WIN A CHIPPER )

Were invited to FORST HQ in the UK to carry out a film shoot for a new Givaway, this isnt any givaway!!! this is probably the largest givaway in Uk ARB History. Yes if you are listeneing to this around the time of launch then yes FORST are giving Away a chipper!! Listen to our podcast where we go back over forsts history and how they became a leading brand in the Chipper world along with the steps needed to be in for a chnce to WIN A CHIPPER!! Head FORST SOCIAL MEDIA pages for links   Arbostar https://arbostar.com/referral/41b6583af2?fbclid=PAZnRzaAQFbEtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAaefJnKGQTXavLD9Z0P_iI1NEedV_CPenaa2Qyo7D5npNaiuU2xPn-9-fEScTw_aem_n-iLQvDepZB71ngc3v3BOw [https://arbostar.com/referral/41b6583af2?fbclid=PAZnRzaAQFbEtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAaefJnKGQTXavLD9Z0P_iI1NEedV_CPenaa2Qyo7D5npNaiuU2xPn-9-fEScTw_aem_n-iLQvDepZB71ngc3v3BOw] DISCOUNT CODE: FromSim Sorbus Internationl https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/ [https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/] (All your arb gear needs) Arbortec Forsetwear https://arbortec.com/ [https://arbortec.com/] (PPE and Arb Clothing) Arbjobs https://arbjobs.com [https://arbjobs.com/] (no1 location for Careers and job opportunities )

Tony Darbyshire (SAWPOD) Part 1

In this episode we sit down with Tony Darbyshire, the co-founder of Sawpod Ltd, a UK-based arboriculture training and equipment company born from decades of tree care experience and a passion for sharing knowledge. Tony started his journey into arboriculture back in the late 1980s, training formally at the renowned Merrist Wood College and later branching out into teaching and professional instruction. In 2005 he and his partner Di Darbyshire established Sawpod Ltd — a business “designed by arborists, for arborists” — offering high-quality chainsaw, tree-climbing and aerial rescue courses that go far beyond basic certification to prepare trainees thoroughly for real-world work in forests, woodlands and urban settings. This is Part 1 of my conversation with tony on how he became the teacher trainer and friend in the tree that many of you know him as.    A Big thanks to our sponsors that help make this happen! Arbostar https://arbostar.com/special-discount?utm_source=referral&utm_campaign=simeon_balsam [https://arbostar.com/special-discount?utm_source=referral&utm_campaign=simeon_balsam] DISCOUNT CODE: FromSim Sorbus Internationl https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/ [https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/] (All your arb gear needs) Arbortec Forsetwear https://arbortec.com/ [https://arbortec.com/] (PPE and Arb Clothing) Arbjobs https://arbjobs.com [https://arbjobs.com/] (no1 location for Careers and job opportunities )

Lee Cole (Professor _ Splice)

This episode is one of three podcasts recorded at the Honey Brothers’ Three-Legged Cross HQ (formerly the Tree Kit HQ). I was joined by Master Splicer Lee, who shared his background and how he first entered the world of splicing. Lee’s journey through the arboricultural industry—from hands-on practitioner to the commercial side—is an engaging and honest listen, filled with the bumps and challenges that shaped his career along the way. We’re truly grateful for everything he’s contributed to the industry.   A Big thanks to our sponsors that help make this happen! Arbostar https://arbostar.com/special-discount?utm_source=referral&utm_campaign=simeon_balsam [https://arbostar.com/special-discount?utm_source=referral&utm_campaign=simeon_balsam] DISCOUNT CODE: FromSim Sorbus Internationl https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/ [https://www.sorbus-intl.co.uk/] (All your arb gear needs) Arbortec Forsetwear https://arbortec.com/ [https://arbortec.com/] (PPE and Arb Clothing) Arbjobs https://arbjobs.com [https://arbjobs.com/] (no1 location for Careers and job opportunities )