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Build Podcast | Episode 125: Harbor Freight Tools for Schools
Episode 125
Matt Risinger and Tae Kang discuss Harbor Freight Tools for Schools, which awards $1.5 million to 25 outstanding skilled trades teachers and programs in U.S. public high schools. They highlight inspiring stories of teachers like Keith Baker and Mark Simmons, encouraging young people to pursue trade careers and exploring avenues for industry professionals to support trade programs. Applications for the Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence open on March 12th, 2024.
Build Podcast | Episode 124: The Wingnut Test Facility with Peter Yost
Episode 124
In this episode, Matt interviews Peter Yost, an expert in real-world testing of construction materials, known as the "Wingnut Test Facility." Yost started the Wingnut initiative to address material longevity questions and emphasizes the importance of field testing over standardized lab tests. They discuss challenges and insights gained from their testing experiences and advocate for a network of builders, remodelers, and architects to share findings and learn collectively.
Build Podcast | Episode 122: The Intersection of Building Science and Data Science
Episode 122
In this podcast, Matt Risinger and Craig Stevenson discuss the intersection of building science and data science for decarbonizing buildings. Auros Group focuses on MUSH commercial buildings but also discusses how decarbonization can translate to residential buildings. They discuss the benefits of building passive houses, including lower utility bills, health, and comfort. They agree that builders should consider the most efficient building before any project and discuss measuring building performance.
Build Podcast | Episode 121: How Hybrid Building can Shave Weeks off your Build Time
Episode 121
In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt discusses the integration of offsite and onsite construction, specifically prefabs, with Edie Dillman of B.Public Prefab. They discuss B.Public's integration of air barriers and insulation, their R-values, and their role as a B-Corp. The podcast also highlights the benefits of hybrid building and how to reduce build time.
Podcast 120: The Most Important Tool in Your Toolbox: You
Episode 120
In this week's episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt and Travis discuss the importance of mental and physical health for builders, discussing stamina, fitness, perspective, and community. They also provide tools to build and safeguard these resources, and encourage subscribers to subscribe to their newsletter.
Episode 119: HVAC and High-Performance Maintenance at the Real Rebuild House
Episode 119
In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt discusses his high-performance HVAC system and its maintenance requirements. He discusses the exterior materials used, upkeep, and concerns he addressed during the build. Matt also discusses the equipment, layout, maintenance, benefits, and drawbacks of his HVAC system. He shares his experiences with living in a high-performance home and how it affects his family, business, and clients.
Episode 118: A Deep Dive into the Build Show Build: Boston House
Episode 118
In this week's episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt and Steve discuss the Build Show Build: Boston house, discussing power modeling, performance, remodelability, and potential mainstream high-performance innovations. They explore radiant heating, rice hull siding, smart circuit breakers, high-tech windows, and air-to-water heat pumps. Subscribe to the Build Show podcast for more videos.
Podcast 117: Steve's European Vacation
Episode 117
In this week's episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt and Steve discuss Steve's recent visit to Switzerland and Germany, where he learned about products and techniques used by builders outside the U.S., the impact of perspective on longevity and quality on home construction, and the implications for American builders and homes.
Episode 116: How a Firefighter Would Build A House
Episode 116
In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt Risinger and Will King discuss the impact of firefighter's considerations on home building. They discuss the changes in firefighter's thinking over the years, modern floor plans, and the role of building codes and new tech in saving lives. The podcast also features a flashpoint comparison video. Subscribe for the Build Show podcast.
Episode 115: How to Choose Good Clients
Episode 115
In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt Risinger and Paul Evans discuss difficult clients and their interview process. Paul shares his 40-year industry experience and highlights the importance of interviewing clients without them knowing. They discuss questions to ask prospective clients, red flags, and the most crucial skill for choosing good clients. Subscribe to the Build Show podcast for more content.
Episode 114 - Build Science 101 & Why We Educate
Episode 114
In this week's Build Show Podcast, Nerdy Matt and Handsome Steve discuss the Build Science 101 series and their commitment to educating the industry. They emphasize the importance of "Know Better. Build Better" and the benefits of sharing information.
Episode 113: Meet Ally Anderson
Episode 113
In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Allyson Case Anderson of Integro Builders shares her journey into the industry, focusing on historic restoration and residential projects in Chicago and Michigan. She highlights the benefits of being an "architect's builder," industry goals, and philosophies about money, craftsmanship, and transparency. Find Ally and Matt on the Build Show website.