Episodes
Episode 60: Travis Brungardt Introduction
Episode 60
In this episode of The Build Podcast, Matt interviews Travis Brungardt, a licensed tradesman and builder from Prairie Village, Kansas, who founded Catalyst Construction and joined The Build Show to promote the next generation of builders and tradespeople.
Episode 59: Bryan Uhler Introduction
Episode 59
In this episode of The Build Show, Matt interviews Bryan Uhler, a second-generation builder from the Pacific Northwest. His father, who served in the Vietnam War, started Pioneer Builders. Bryan co-runs Pioneer Building with his brother, Tim. His unique business plan makes him a top builder in Washington state.
Episode 58: Continuing Education for Builders, Remodelers, & the Trades
Episode 58
In the Build Show Podcast, Matt interviews Joe Cook and Travis Brungardt of Catalyst Construction, discussing their company's history, renovations, and continuing education requirements. They discuss how their education ignites their passion for building science and how it benefits clients.
Episode 57: Steve and Retired Home Depot CMO Talk About Building Her Home
Episode 57
In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Steve Lesem interviews Trish Mueller, former Home Depot's Chief Marketing Officer, about the custom home building process, owner expectations, budgeting, and choosing a trustworthy builder, highlighting valuable insights for builders.
Episode 56: Tankless Water Heaters
Episode 56
In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt and Tim Greer discuss tankless water heaters, debunking myths and offering compelling arguments for their use. They cover outdoor mounting, freezing protection, heating deltas, shower-head flow, traditional venting vs. PVC venting, and more.
Episode 55: Tight Houses vs. Leaky Houses
Episode 55
Matt and Kristof Irwin discuss mechanical design in the Build Podcast, focusing on duct layout, equipment selection, and diffuser selection for occupant comfort and system efficiency. They discuss building science and long-term vs. short-term owner satisfaction, emphasizing the importance of passive systems.
Episode 50: Best Plumbing Specs
Episode 50
The Build Podcast features Matt and Eric Aune discussing plumbing specs, comparing systems, PEX, Viega and Uponor products, copper piping, dry fitting, zombie apocalypse plumbing, and PTC systems. This episode is essential for builders, plumbers, and project managers.
Episode 49: Everything You Need to Know About Building Science in 30 Minutes
Episode 49
In this Build Podcast episode, Matt and Steve Baczek discuss building science, its definition, role in climate, location, and water, past house construction, and four key insights into understanding building science.