{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"The Power of Technical Schools","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/the-power-of-technical-schools-4445048f-e419-40ba-b4be-1527245c7a58","audioUrl":"https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/BPI5921692099.mp3?updated=1777512038","description":"Technical jobs are in high demand. Are you ready to build a career instead of racking up debt? Kevin and Willie talk with Josh Jones from Lincoln Tech about their diverse technical programs revealing how their state-of-the-art facilities and industry-aligned programs are equipping students with tangible skills and direct pathways to lucrative careers. From the surprisingly short completion times and the high demand for graduates in fields like automotive, diesel, and electrical, they discuss the compelling alternative to traditional higher education. "},"annotations":[{"startTime":12.9,"endTime":136.58,"type":"company","title":"Lincoln Tech","url":"/glossary/lincoln-tech","quote":"Josh Jones is this man's name he runs Lincoln Tech have you heard of Lincoln Tech man? If you are you familiar with what Lincoln Tech is?","canonicalId":"company:lincoln-tech","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Lincoln Tech is a trade-school brand focused on hands-on career training. In this segment, the hosts highlight its automotive-adjacent shop environment and large campus facilities in Denver.","simplifiedExplanation":"Lincoln Tech is a school that teaches job skills with hands-on training. 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