The Blue Collar Truth

I attempt a DIY video flame sensor cleaning on a gas furnace (with some recording mishaps) and give a short, clear step-by-step on how to clean the sensor safely.

I also share a personal birthroom story about a frightening moment with my daughter that became a testimony of faith, and invite listeners to join the Blue Collar Truth Facebook community.

This is the first episode sitting at my desk with a microphone and recording on the pc. It is short and sweet as it is more of a test and learning experience.

The host discusses modern attitudes about work, entitlement, and fair wages, illustrated with on-call HVAC stories about responsibility and laziness.

The episode ties these workplace observations to spiritual lessons, citing 1 Timothy 6:10 and Romans 6:23, and encourages listeners to work diligently, avoid the love of money, and honor God in their actions.

Host Tom Shunk Jr. recalls where he was on 9/11 while working nights in a Georgia truck shop, and how that day unlocked a flood of personal memories about family, work, and the path that led him into HVAC.

The episode blends blue-collar stories about truck drivers, moving away from home, a proud but quiet father, and the craft of heating and air—offering a honest, reflective look at life, work, and memory.

Welcome to the Blue Color Truth Podcast. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy today's episode.

This episode outlines seven simple, practical ways to represent Jesus at work: overcome complaining, live blamelessly, guard your speech, encourage others, pray for coworkers, avoid gossip, and do everything for God so your good works shine before others.

At 16, the narrator buys a loud 1976 Ford, rolls it on a slick road with heavy speakers and unbolted seats, and miraculously walks away with only minor injuries after an unseen man helps him out.

Years later, after becoming a believer, he recognizes that God protected him, and he reflects on the unseen ways God watches over us.

The host shares a personal story of growing up overweight and coping with loneliness, offering encouragement to kids and parents facing back-to-school anxiety and bullying.

He emphasizes faith in Jesus as a strong foundation, the power of forgiveness, and simple acts of kindness—like a smile—to support others and find hope.

In this "Sunday Truth" segment, the host shares a personal testimony about following Jesus, distinguishing relationship from religion and admitting struggles while striving to be more Christ-like.

The episode invites listeners to begin a sincere conversation with Jesus, experience the Holy Spirit, read the Bible, and accept Christ to find hope, joy, and life change.

brief description  of washing outyour condenser coil and the option of a maintenance contract. 

In this episode the host shares a first-person story about a terrifying near-fall while working with his dad at a body shop and how he later recognized it as a moment of divine protection.

He also talks about a rough day at work, a friend’s offer to pray, and the sudden calm that followed, reflecting on the power of prayer and everyday testimonies from blue-collar life.

Tom Jr., a 30+ year HVAC tech, launches Blue Collar Truth — real stories from the trades, hard-earned lessons, and straight-up encouragement for people who work with their hands.

Honest, faith-influenced, and practical, this show pushes you to own your mindset, stop making excuses, and build a better life one day at a time.