
Mass Construction Show
I'd like to welcome you to Mass Construction Show where we talk about all things construction with a bit of a local (Massachusetts) bias. Covering Real Estate Development, Code, Risk Management, Technology and anything else construction. Glad to have you!
Latest episodes

Jul 28, 2021 • 1h 3min
Massive Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Review w/ Lt. Towski
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show , Lt. Towski and I discuss the massive multi-day lithium-ion battery fire in Morris, Illinois. We walk through the full time line of the fire and the fall out post extinguishing of the fire. As we walk through the event Lt Towski gives his insight on what fire services may have been thinking and tactics they used to get the fire under control. Beyond the fire we discuss what are the challenges we as builders and enforcers will face when technology out paces the codes. Enjoy the show!
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Jul 20, 2021 • 51min
A New Way to Engage with Mass Construction: Discord
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we chat with Chris Brindamour Director of Scheduling at Consigli, Dan Connolly President at Block Builders, and Greg Garvin Pre-Construction Manager at Gilbane. We discussed new Mass Construction Discord Server. It’s a chance to hear from people that are using the platform and to hear what they like, dislike and generally think of the platform. If you’re a regular discord user, new to the platform or like me and you’ve never heard of it…. Then this episode is for you. It’s a great opportunity to hear about the conversations going on in our industry, learn about a new platform and decide if it might be a way for you to improve your career. If you hang on to the end there’s an interesting opportunity that we’re looking at for mentoring so jump off early. Enjoy the Show!
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Jul 6, 2021 • 1h 20min
Industry Perception- Ed O'Keefe Local #63
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show Ed and I discuss the perception that the public has about the construction industry and how we can encourage more people to enter the profession. He talks candidly about what the sheetmetal union is doing to raise the bar in the industry and frankly where he thinks they can be better. I think this is a rare and even handed discussion about out industry and the role organized labor plays in the process. We also share our opinions on what I feel is a cringe worthy commercial targeted to construction workers. Enjoy the show!
IG profiles referenced promoting the construction industry:
Little Operator
NS Builders
Sheet Metal Enterprises
BuildWitt
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Jun 8, 2021 • 51min
Practical Biophilic Design w/ Lee Dearborn Jr.
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Lee Dearborn Managing Partner at Derby Square Architects and Owner at The Makers Guild about Biophilic design; what it means, what it is, why you should practice it and how to do it simply. Lee has practical experience as a designer, builder and developer so he brings a lot to the table. Enjoy the Show
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May 18, 2021 • 14min
Does Wearing PPE Make Us Less Safe?
This episode of the Mass Construction Show is a recap of an article that reviews a study about worker actions as PPE levels are increased.
See the following to learn more:
Popular Mechanics
ASCE
ENR
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May 11, 2021 • 1h 21min
Mike Weber - Continuos Improvement: Market, Prefab, Material & Labor
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show I check in with Mike on where his thoughts and business are two years after our first sit down. A lot has happened since then, both negative and positive, but it's no surprise that Gaston Electrical is head down on improving. Enjoy the show!
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May 4, 2021 • 46min
The Wife
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show I sit down with Karen Kelly to discuss changes we've made in our lives to improve our health and the health of the environment. Enjoy the Show!
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Apr 27, 2021 • 33min
Laws Shouldn't Supersede the Code
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we sit down with Mike Yanovitch and discuss:
Hierarchy of regulations.
What is a stretch code?
and why we shouldn't use laws to supersede the building code
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Apr 20, 2021 • 1h 3min
Andrew Whelton: Water and Worker Safety
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we sit down with Andrew Whelton, Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Environmental and Ecological Engineering at Purdue University to discuss the challenges around water quality, Cured-in-Place Piping CIPP in particular. We cover both the potential worker and public safety issues around installing CIPP in our communities as well as the solutions. As Andrew and I were in the process of scheduling this show a very sad but timely story was published about Brett Morrow's death. Please read it to learn about the potential issues at hand. Enjoy the Show.
Center for Plumbing Safety
CIPP Safety
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Mar 30, 2021 • 1h 18min
Dan Connolly: Starting BLOCK Builders
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Dan about starting a new business, developing a culture built on relationships, Dan’s approach to getting involved in the industry and close out with what could surprisingly be the most interested part of our conversation. Enjoy the Show!
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