Episode 332: Making a Way from Land to Sea as a Global Builder with Rob North

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week on the podcast we’re getting to know Robert “Rob” North, a U.S. Marine Veteran, All–American, lovable off-the-wall, skilled carpenter that has truly carved out a niche for himself. Born and raised on Chicago's South Side, Rob inviites us through getting to know his story of becoming a Marine, to a TV personality, and an all-around global builder. Taking the world of DIY by storm and making home improvement affordable and accessible to all, in his projects Rob breaks down home repairs and improvement, inspiring his audience to follow his motto, “If you can’t find a way, make a way!” Teaching his audience how to make that way, Rob has built a large television and online following as a finish carpenter on HGTV’s Designed to Sell, as a Co-host on Frank Fontana’s Down and Dirty, Co-host on Reality Series Skrew’d, as well as spokesman and DIY Guru for Craftsman. He is currently featured as one of the main hosts of the popular BYU TV humaniitarian travel show, The Fixers – think Habitat for Humanity meets IShowSpeed. In each episode he goes around the world helping non-profit organizations improve their work to help others. From the Kingston’s Inner City Streets to a remote riverside village in Ghana, Rob and The Fixers are making the world a better place one project at a time. Listen, learn and discover how Rob’s diverse experiences and investments shape his approach to life, work, and making a difference worldwide. Where to find Rob? @ Ron North on TV On The Fixers Seed & Stone Builders On LinkedIn On Instagram On Facebook What’s Rob listening to? Theater for the Mind Podcast Other topics of interest: Native American an and Irish interactions in American History GI Joe the cartoon series BCII Productions About Hempcrete Check out Mrs. North aka Cissa Paz Music and @Aurora Planning About the Mackinac Sailing Event Fun Facts about Lake Michigan What exactly is a Square Wave? Black Americans and Bow Hunting Traditions With the tragic landslide and flooding in Nepal, it’s heartbreaking to think about how already limited resources are impacting those with longstanding needs for assistance. As Rob mentioned in the conversation, he is about a third of the way to raising the funds to support his apprentice with the lifesaving procedure for his niece. Check out Rob’s appeal and the GoFundMe he started to help this family in need.Special Guest: Rob North.