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Build Podcast | Episode 127: Navigating Builder-Subcontractor Relationships
Episode 127
Matt Risinger and Eric Aune discuss the builder-subcontractor relationship, highlighting the importance of long-term partnerships and clear contracts. They also discuss job site regulations, professionalism, audience building, and advocating for trade careers. The conversation emphasizes collaboration, communication, and skilled labor in the construction industry.
Build Podcast | Episode 126: Insider Tips for High-Performance Home Construction
Episode 126
Matt Risinger and Chris Conway discuss energy efficiency in high-performance buildings, including multifamily and low-income sectors. They discuss strategies like monopoly framing and the "Perfect Wall" and emphasize the role of local energy efficiency experts (Raters) in evaluating and verifying energy efficiency. By collaborating with these specialists, builders can optimize projects for maximum energy efficiency and comfort, creating high-performance homes that save money and reduce environmental impact.
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 123: The OGs of Building Science
Episode 123
Matt Risinger and Kohta Ueno discuss their journey from kitchen remodels to joining Building Science Corporation in 1998. They discuss the company's focus on building failures and consulting services, explaining complex building science concepts to the public. They highlight the educational resources provided by Building Science Corporation, including seminars, online content, and the Building Science Summer Camp. Matt expresses gratitude for the company's contributions to the industry and improving building standards.
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.