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Episode 85: The Labor Shortage in the Trades
Episode 85
In this podcast, Matt and Travis Brungardt discuss the trade deficit and how to attract younger people to join the trades. They highlight the nationwide shortage of skilled labor and discuss how builders can address it. Listeners are encouraged to consider how they can interest young people in the trades and their projects.
Episode 84: Fixed Price vs. Cost Plus Contracts
Episode 84
Matt and Jeremy Martin of RisherMartin Fine Homes discuss fixed-price vs. cost-plus contracts in their podcast. They have been in the industry since 2010, focusing on architect-driven remodeling and new home building. They discuss the risks and benefits of both business models for builders and clients. RisherMartin works mainly with fixed-price contracts, while Risinger Build uses cost-plus agreements.
Episode 82: Basements - How To Keep Them Dry
Episode 82
In the Build Show Podcast, Matt and Wade Paquin discuss basements and flood prevention. They share their experiences, discuss challenges like trash pumps, rain, and foundation leaks. They discuss strategies to keep clients' basements dry, products to consider, and Wade's detailed closed-cell foam video.
Episode 81: Every Shelter and Emergency Floor
Episode 81
In this podcast, Matt and Scott Key discuss the importance of building sustainable solutions, particularly in the context of disaster relief. They discuss the tragedy in Turkey and the need for better shelters for refugees and natural disaster victims. Scott's invention, Emergency Floor, offers lightweight, flammable panels that can be easily installed without professional help. The podcast also discusses contractor failure, good building standards, and builder responsibility.
Episode 80: Risk Management
Episode 80
In this podcast, Matt discusses risk management, personal and business mistakes, and industry trends for 2023. He shares his experience working for a national builder that declared Chapter 11 and the lessons he learned when starting his own business. He also discusses his expectations of market metrics and the importance of learning from mistakes. Check out Breakthrough Academy and Bryan Uhler's videos on The Build Show Network.
Episode 79: Build Show Build: Boston - Educating the Future
Episode 79
Matt and Steve Baczek discuss the evolution of builder education over the past 30 years, highlighting the impact of social media on training and knowledge transfer. They discuss the role of global conversations and industry leaders in advancing the science, their philosophies on social media, and their hopes for the future.
Episode 78: Smart Panels, Solar, and the Electric Future
Episode 78
The Build Show Podcast features Matt and CJ Nielsen discussing smart tech, sustainability, and the electric future. They discuss the impact of smart panels, building regulations, battery systems, solar modules, infrastructure, and going off the grid. Follow them on Instagram and sign up for the Build Show Newsletter.
Episode 77: Build Show Build: Boston - The Building Science of Net-zero Homes
Episode 77
In this podcast, Matt and Steve Baczek discuss net zero and the future of building science. They discuss Steve's Build Show Build: Boston house, which is a net-zero plus home. As more people seek energy-efficient, net-zero homes, it's crucial to build better. The podcast can be found on The Build Show Network website.
Episode 76: Insulation, Vapor Permeance, and Wall Forgiveness
Episode 76
Matt and Michael Crane discuss vapor transference and wall forgiveness on The Build Show Podcast. They emphasize water and insect control, Rockwool's environmental friendliness, and its versatility. They discuss vapor open and closed systems, and outline a perfect wall.
Episode 75: Construction Consulting and Business Diversity
Episode 75
In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt and Curtis Lawson discuss construction consultation, business diversity, and how builders can get paid before a contract is signed. Curtis owns Crafted Custom Homes and Shepherd Construction Advisors, focusing on owner's representation and construction consultant services. They discuss experiences with owners' reps, consulting, marketing, service agreements, and advice for younger builders.
Episode 74: Matt Wraps up the Season with a Fireside Chat
Episode 74
In this podcast, Matt reflects on 2022, highlighting its significance, inspiring individuals, and looking forward to 2023 with hope. He expresses gratitude for those who reached out, shares wisdom, and shares his successes, wishing everyone a happy holiday season.