The World's Best Construction Podcast

This week, we have a special show for you. This episode features the panel discussion that took place at our debut 'Get Construction Talking' event that happened on 12th July 2023 at Ham Yard Theatre, London. The panel discussion features Procore CEO Tooey Courtemanche, The B1M founder Fred Mills, award-winning engineer Yewande Akinola MBE and Logan Price of OHB Construction. Toward the end of the conversation, the panellists answer some poignant audience questions. Get Construction Talking is founded by Fred Mills, The B1M and Procore. We're using the power of our reach and organisations to raise awareness of mental health in construction, break the stigma, get millions talking, and lift up and raise $1M for charities working in this space - https://www.getconstructiontalking.org/This panel contains conversations around mental health which some listeners may find distressing.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast covers topics such as Melbourne's $125BN railway project, the cost of living in Sydney, and railway projects in Saudi Arabia and Melbourne. They discuss construction progress and express concerns about budget and timeline.

This week we're covering The B1M's latest video: "The Mystery of Dubai's Frozen Mega-Wheel". Dubai is the home of the world's biggest and tallest Ferris wheel - the "Ain Dubai". BUT there's a twist... the wheel hasn't operated since March 2022. Later in the episode, we cover:Supertall Zaha Hadid skyscraper announced for Saudi Arabia = https://www.instagram.com/p/CyD4P7PsMF7/?img_index=1One of the world’s tallest hybrid timber buildings approved in Perth = https://www.instagram.com/p/Cx8DGnXsvBe/?img_index=18 Bishopsgate – London’s dullest new skyscraper? = https://www.instagram.com/p/CxuzeB6Mz2e/?img_index=1We end the show with a voice-note from Jonathan Pipe.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering The B1M's latest video: "Have These Supercar Skyscrapers Gone Too Far?". In Miami, Dubai, and NYC there are skyscrapers designed by luxury car brands such as Porsche, Bentley, and Aston Martin - yes, that's right... welcome to the age of the supercar skyscraper.Later in the episode, we cover:U2 open the Las Vegas Sphere = https://www.instagram.com/p/Cx2PD7pMLXa/London’s secret tunnels revealed = https://www.instagram.com/p/CxygzpvMMKG/?img_index=1Oman’s vast new city district = https://www.instagram.com/p/CxGq5AAMukN/?img_index=1This episode is sponsored by Bluebeam. Learn more and start your 30-day FREE trial at www.bluebeam.comWe end the show with an email from Alexander Kopp.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we start the show catching up with Fred after his trip to Chicago where he interviewed Olympic legend Michael Phelps at Procore's Groundbreak event and championed The B1M and Procore's joint mental health initiative: "Get Construction Talking". We then get into a juicy rant about the UK's latest HS2 news. THEN we get into our main topic, 5 World Trade Center - the new residential skyscraper planned at New York's World Trade Center site seems to be (finally) moving ahead, but affordable housing and who gets to live in it is a big issue.Later in the episode, we cover:Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Tower re-starting construction: https://www.instagram.com/p/CxlmiuKsGin/?img_index=1New Marriott Hotels announced for Trojena: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cxq7cBDMe9X/?img_index=1London’s Canada Water redevelopment approved: https://www.instagram.com/p/CxQHEksMBSM/?img_index=1We're raising awareness of construction's mental health crisis through our Get Construction Talking initiative. There’s a video series on our channel and you can find support or donate over at - https://www.getconstructiontalking.org/We end the show with an email from Marco Van Der Wal Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast explores the engineering and design of the world's biggest cruise ship, discusses the impact of aviation design on the cruise ship industry, and showcases a new high-rise development in Dusseldorf. Additionally, it highlights adaptable towers with sustainable design features and delves into architectural opinions and reflections. The episode also includes a review of the podcast and a 30-day free trial offer from sponsor Bluebeam.

This week we're heading to Italy - specifically, Sicily - to talk about the B1M's latest video on the Strait of Messina MEGA bridge. Will Italy ever build this engineering masterpiece?Later in the episode, we cover:Real Madrid’s revamped stadium and retractable pitch: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw22ZkRMI3m/Jungle-inspired offices in Tulum: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw5Mvc1swof/?img_index=1We end the show with an email from Chris Martin (not the Coldplay lead) ((or is it?)) Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're heading to the newly crowned most populated country in the world... INDIA. India is working on a high-speed rail system - their own "bullet train". However, the rail project is a bit behind schedule.  Later in the episode, we cover:The UK’s RAAC concrete issue: https://www.theb1m.com/video/raac-concrete-60-secondsHarley Davidson’s motorcycle theatre progressing in Milwaukee: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwwxRzKM44a/?img_index=1This episode is sponsored by Bluebeam. Learn more and start your 30-day FREE trial at www.bluebeam.comWe end the show with a couple of emails from Martin Petroc and an anonymous listener.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we have another special episode for you... IT'S THE REMATCH QUIZ! Fred and Liam go head-to-head to test their knowledge on 5 construction-related categories. Play along at home! Later in the episode, we cover:Paris' Olympic Aquatic Centre nearing completion: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwQuC7AMc49/?img_index=1 FOUR Frankfurt nearing completion (UN Studio): https://www.instagram.com/p/CwdhHPksGzU/?img_index=1A new green office development in Singapore (Eric Parry Architects): https://www.instagram.com/p/CwYHD24MWlx/?img_index=1We end the show with a couple of emails from Michael Mains and JD. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've seen a 007 film in recent years, you've probably seen the SIS or MI6 Building. This week we explore how Britain built its landmark SPY HEADQUARTERS.Later in the episode, we chat about a mountain-inspired housing development in the Netherlands designed by MVRDV. Also in the news, we look at AI-generated designs for cliffside buildings in Ireland from digital artist and RIBA Part 1 architect Sarah Asif.This episode is sponsored by Bluebeam. Learn more and start your 30-day FREE trial at www.bluebeam.comWe end the show with an email from Jev Laverick.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.