Podcasts about architects

Two clinicians from different worlds, one vision for the future of rehab. At Graham Sessions, Jimmy sits down with Ali Hartman, DPT and CrossFit enthusiast, and Bethany Ayer, OT and AI strategist, for a wide-ranging conversation about burnout, purpose, and rebuilding the systems we work in.TAKEAWAYS INCLUDE:Why prevention and performance still don't get the spotlight in PTWhat AI is actually doing in healthcare (not the hype)“Conversion factor” of effort vs reward in today's clinicWhy doing well and doing good shouldn't be either/orBorrowing solutions from other professions (yes, even engineers!)???? Featured Guests:???? Ali Hartman, DPTFocus: Prevention, industrial wellness, CrossFit, performance???? Bethany Ayer, OTR/L, MBAClinical Sales LeadBackground in EMR strategy, AI, OT clinical practice

End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework TS3 Architects founder Thomas Smith joins Rion Willard to share how he moved from scraping by to leading with purpose. He reveals the turning point that made his firm's numbers—and culture—finally click. Tom talks about the fee trap that many architects fall into and the surprising move that got his clients saying yes. He hints at a simple review that uncovered cash hiding in plain sight. You'll also hear how opening the books shifted his team from employees to true partners. From vision days to a fresh org chart, Tom shows why culture is not fluff—it's profit. He speaks about freedom through people, not just systems, and the next chapter for his firm. This is a story of transformation every architect will want to hear. You'll also discover: The one-sentence purpose that changed everything The quiet client talk that unlocked higher fees The tracking tweak that turned hours into cash To learn more about Thomas, visit his website: https://ts3architects.com/  

"My best learning opportunities were the ones where I've ultimately failed or made huge mistakes. I basically got an MBA in acquisitions in that deal." - Cameron BishopWhat if you could see your business through the eyes of someone who's completed over 100 acquisitions? In this episode, Bradley sits down with investment banker Cameron Bishop to explore the mind of an acquirer and how thinking like an investor can transform your business—whether you're planning to sell tomorrow or a decade from now.Cameron shares hard-won lessons from his journey from advertising copywriter to CEO of a $400 million company, and now as a managing director helping business owners navigate successful exits. You'll discover why the strategies that make a business attractive to buyers also make it a better business to own and operate.Resources MentionedRain CatcherWebsite: raincatcher.com Email: cameron.bishop@raincatcher.com.Connect with Cameron on LinkedIn.Free consultations available (no cost, no obligation, no sales pitch).Visit BlueprintOS.com to learn about the 2026 Above The Business Workshops, our coaching programs, and resources designed specifically for small business owners who want to build systematic, scalable operations that don't require your constant presence. Thanks to our sponsors...Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch. Autopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve their staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every single business day - optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities. With their continuous, hands-off recruiting approach, you can save time, reduce hiring costs, and receive pre-screened candidates, all without paying any hiring fees or commissions. More money & more freedom: that's what Autopilot Recruiting help business owners achieve. Visit https://www.autopilotrecruiting.com/ and don't forget to mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast. Direct Clicks is built is by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that deliver real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide the comprehensive digital marketing your business needs to grow. Here's an exclusive offer for Above The Business listeners: Visit directclicksinc.com/abovethebusiness for a FREE marketing campaign audit. They'll assess your website, social media, SEO, content, and paid advertising, then provide actionable recommendations. Plus, when you choose to partner with them, they'll waive all setup fees. About Above The Business: Above The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect. Each week, Bradley shares frameworks, interviews successful entrepreneurs, and provides actionable insights for building businesses that run without you. Whether you're doing $300K or $3M in revenue, this show will help you get above your business and design the systems you need to scale.

BONUS: Thinking Like an Architect in the Age of AI-Assisted Coding How can engineers leverage AI to write better code—and think like architects to build systems that truly scale? In this episode, Brian Childress, a CTO and software architect with over 15 years of experience, shares hard-won lessons from teams using AI coding tools daily, and explains why the real challenge isn't just writing code—it's designing systems that scale with users, features, and teams. The Complexity Trap: When AI Multiplies Our Problems "Most engineering projects and software engineers themselves lean more towards complexity, and I find that that complexity really is multiplied when we bring in the power of AI and its ability to write just tons and tons and tons of code."   Brian has observed a troubling pattern: AI tools can generate deeply nested components with complex data flows that technically work but are nearly impossible to understand or maintain. When teams don't guide AI through architectural decisions, they end up with code that becomes "a little too complex for us to understand what is actually going on here." The speed at which AI produces code makes understanding the underlying problem even more critical—we can solve problems quickly, but we must ensure we're solving them the right way. In this segment, we mention our longer AI Assisted Coding podcast series. Check that out for further insights and different perspectives on how our software community is learning to make better use of AI Assisted Coding tools.  Vibe Coding Has Its Place—But Know Its Limits "Vibe coding is incredibly powerful for designers and product owners who want to prompt until they get something that really demonstrates what they're trying to do."   Brian sees value across the entire spectrum from vibe coding to architect-driven development. Vibe coding allows teams to move from wireframes and Figma prototypes to actual working code much faster, enabling quicker validation with real customers. The key distinction is knowing when to use each approach:   Vibe coding works well for rapid prototyping and testing whether something has value Architect thinking becomes essential when building production systems that need to scale and be maintained What Does "Thinking Like an Architect" Actually Mean? "When I'm thinking more like an architect, I'm thinking more around how bigger components, higher level components start to fit together."   The architect mindset shifts focus from "how do I work within a framework" to "what is the problem I'm really solving?" Brian emphasizes that technology is actually the easiest part of what engineers do—you can Google or AI your way to a solution. The harder work is ensuring that the solution addresses the real customer need. An architect asks: How can I simplify? How can I explain this to someone else, technical or non-technical? The better you can explain it, the better you understand it. AI as Your Thought Partner "What it really forces us to do is to be able to explain ourselves better. I find most software engineers will hide behind complexity because they don't understand the problem."   Brian uses AI as a collaborative thought partner rather than just a code generator. He explains the problem, shares his thought process, and then strategizes back and forth—looking for questions that challenge his thinking. This approach forces engineers to communicate clearly instead of hiding behind technical jargon. The AI becomes like having a colleague with an enormous corpus of knowledge who can see solutions you might never have encountered in your career. Simplicity Through Four Shapes "I basically use four shapes to be able to diagram anything, and if I can't do that, then we still have too much complexity. It's a square, a triangle, a circle, and a line."   When helping colleagues shift from code-writing to architect-thinking, Brian insists on dead simplicity. If you can diagram a system—from customer-facing problems down to code component breakdowns, data flow, and integrations—using only these four basic shapes, you've reached true understanding. This simplification creates that "light bulb moment" where engineers suddenly get it and can translate understanding into code while in flow state. Making AI Work Culturally: Leading by Example "For me as a leader, as a CTO, I need to show my team this is how I'm using it, this is where I'm messing up with it, showing that it's okay."   Brian addresses the cultural challenge head-on: mid-level and senior engineers often resist AI tools, fearing job displacement or having to support "AI slop." His approach is to frame AI as a new tool to learn—just like Google and Stack Overflow were in years past—rather than a threat. He openly shares his experiments, including failures, demonstrating that it's acceptable to laugh at garbage code while learning from how it was generated. The Guardrails That Make AI Safe "If we have all of that—the guardrails, the ability to test, automation—then AI just helps us to create the code in the right way, following our coding standards."   The same engineering practices that protect against human errors protect against AI mistakes: automated testing, deployment guardrails, coding standards, and code review. Brian sees an opportunity for AI to help teams finally accomplish what they've always wanted but never had time for—comprehensive documentation and thorough automated test suites. Looking Ahead: More Architects, More Experiments, More Failures "I'm going to see more engineers acting like architects, more engineers thinking in ways of how do I construct this system, how do I move data around, how do I scale."   Brian's 2-3 year prediction: engineers will increasingly think architecturally because AI removes the need to deeply understand framework nuances. We'll have more time for safeguards, automated testing, and documentation. But expect both sides of the spectrum to intensify—more engineers embracing AI tools, and more resistance and high-profile failures from CEOs vibe-coding production apps into security incidents. Resources for Learning Brian recommends staying current through YouTube channels focused on AI and developer tools. His top recommendations for developer-focused AI content:   IndyDevDan NetworkChuck AI Jason   His broader advice: experiment with everything, document what you learn as you go, and be willing to fail publicly. The engineers who thrive will be those actively experimenting and learning.   About Brian Childress   Brian Childress is a CTO and software architect with over 15 years of experience working across highly regulated industries including healthcare, finance, and consumer SaaS products. He brings a non-traditional background to technology leadership, having built his expertise through dedication and continuous learning rather than formal computer science education. Brian is passionate about helping engineers think architecturally and leverage AI tools effectively while maintaining simplicity in system design.   You can link with Brian Childress on LinkedIn.

Family physician Tod Stillson discusses his article "Why AI in medicine elevates humanity instead of replacing it." Tod explains how his career evolution revealed that artificial intelligence is not a threat to the medical profession but a necessary tool for reshaping care delivery. He argues that physicians must actively lead the integration of AI to ensure that clinical judgment is amplified rather than overridden by automation. The conversation covers the necessity of digital fluency, the shift toward structured asynchronous data collection, and how these technologies can actually restore the human connection by relieving administrative burdens. Listen to discover why the next generation of doctors must master both stethoscopes and software to meet evolving patient expectations. Partner with me on the KevinMD platform. With over three million monthly readers and half a million social media followers, I give you direct access to the doctors and patients who matter most. Whether you need a sponsored article, email campaign, video interview, or a spot right here on the podcast, I offer the trusted space your brand deserves to be heard. Let's work together to tell your story. PARTNER WITH KEVINMD → https://kevinmd.com/influencer SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

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Are you tired of feeling like you're living the same business year over and over again? In this episode, Bradley Hamner tackles the frustration many business owners feel when December rolls around and they're going through the same annual planning motions—setting objectives, hosting kickoffs, and wondering if anything will really change this time.Drawing inspiration from the classic movie Groundhog Day, Bradley explores the delicate balance between maintaining what works in your business while evolving to stay ahead of the curve. He challenges the common trap of either being an "arsonist" who burns down everything that's working or getting stuck in comfortable routines that no longer serve your growth.Key Question: How do you gain 20 years of real experience instead of repeating the same year 20 times?Visit BlueprintOS.com to learn about the 2026 Above The Business Workshops, our coaching programs, and resources designed specifically for small business owners who want to build systematic, scalable operations that don't require your constant presence. Thanks to our sponsors...Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch. Autopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve their staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every single business day - optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities. With their continuous, hands-off recruiting approach, you can save time, reduce hiring costs, and receive pre-screened candidates, all without paying any hiring fees or commissions. More money & more freedom: that's what Autopilot Recruiting help business owners achieve. Visit https://www.autopilotrecruiting.com/ and don't forget to mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast. Direct Clicks is built is by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that deliver real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide the comprehensive digital marketing your business needs to grow. Here's an exclusive offer for Above The Business listeners: Visit directclicksinc.com/abovethebusiness for a FREE marketing campaign audit. They'll assess your website, social media, SEO, content, and paid advertising, then provide actionable recommendations. Plus, when you choose to partner with them, they'll waive all setup fees. About Above The Business: Above The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect. Each week, Bradley shares frameworks, interviews successful entrepreneurs, and provides actionable insights for building businesses that run without you. Whether you're doing $300K or $3M in revenue, this show will help you get above your business and design the systems you need to scale.

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This episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash features entrepreneur, coach, and salon suite mogul Patrice “Sway the Pro” McKinney.Throughout the conversation, Patrice shares her journey from working behind the chair to becoming a multi-millionaire by building salon suites — a business model she describes as being a landlord in the hair and beauty industry. She explains why the “sexy route” in entrepreneurship is often the least profitable and how quiet, strategic positioning creates long-term wealth.Listeners will hear candid stories about setbacks, resilience, belief, and mindset — including moments where everything went wrong but quitting was not an option. Patrice also breaks down the salon suite business model, how leasing commercial property works, how to fill suites, common mistakes to avoid, and when franchising makes sense.This episode focuses on money mindset, smart business strategy, and the power of belief — especially for first-generation wealth builders.⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters0:00 – “Cigarette money” & being warned against barbering 0:10 – Seeing barbers living well in Atlanta & New York 0:17 – Why the “sexy route” is often the least lucrative 0:24 – Breakthroughs always come with quit moments 0:30 – Signing the lease & immediate setbacks 0:36 – Architect runs off with the money 0:42 – Permits, pressure, and breaking down emotionally 0:48 – Unexpected help clears the way 0:54 – “Everybody got ‘owner' in their bio” 1:00 – Do you need to own property to build salon suites? 1:06 – Leasing vs owning explained 1:13 – What it takes to cross into millionaire status 1:19 – Do you have to be delusional to succeed? 1:24 – Legacy and long-term impact2:36 – Official show intro: Inside the Vault with Ash Cash 2:50 – Patrice's business model overview 3:04 – Turning 95 sq ft into $1,500/month 3:16 – Risking everything to build the first location 3:22 – Selling the first location & still collecting royalties4:10 – Patrice introduces herself in her own words 4:48 – Coaching & mentoring in the beauty industry 5:32 – Falling in love with salon suites 6:03 – Barber shop vs salon suite comparison 6:15 – Why salon suites are hands-off and scalable7:27 – Why calm money is better than flashy money 7:52 – Working smarter, not harder8:22 – Upbringing, popularity, and mindset 9:55 – Basketball career & full scholarship 10:45 – Why she didn't pursue the WNBA 11:20 – Pivoting into music and entertainment12:34 – Music industry gatekeeping & rejection 13:38 – Being told to change who she was 14:33 – God's redirection and bigger purpose15:09 – Resilience through repeated setbacks 16:37 – Growing up without role models 17:03 – Deciding to break the cycle17:36 – Moving the family from Michigan to Georgia 18:01 – Crashing the U-Haul 18:46 – Losing housing at the last minute 19:17 – Laptop stolen before the move 19:52 – Choosing not to turn back20:26 – Carrying the weight for the family 21:09 – “Make it a good decision by doing whatever it takes”21:38 – Being the first millionaire in the family 22:03 – Belief as the real barrier 22:20 – Optimistic delusion explained23:49 – Every breakthrough comes with resistance 24:22 – Buildout stress & no mentorship 25:09 – Racism, permitting delays, and anxiety 25:55 – Why mentorship matters27:38 – What salon suites actually are 28:14 – Why the model works long-term 29:01 – Comparing salon suites to real estate 30:03 – Students making six figures from one location 30:33 – Big brands doing $70M+ annually31:57 – Leasing vs owning explained again 32:22 – Why “ownership” is misunderstood 33:08 – Using other people's money ethically 34:07 – Tenant improvement allowances (TI) 34:55 – Landlords funding buildouts36:10 – How many suites to start with 36:46 – Medical office spaces as ideal properties38:02 – How to fill salon suites 38:25 – Social media as the #1 marketing tool 39:10 – SEO vs paid ads40:35 – Biggest mistakes new owners make 41:10 – Wasting square footage 41:49 – Not understanding commercial leases42:46 – Franchising: when it makes sense 43:34 – Systems, SOPs, and FDDs 44:24 – How franchising accelerates growth48:09 – Why she wrote Sweet Victory 49:12 – Showing the full journey, not just success50:01 – Defining legacy and impact 51:24 – The importance of support systems 52:17 – Support helps but isn't required53:50 – Handling visibility, blogs, and virality 55:23 – What's next: real estate, investing, speaking57:47 – How to connect with Patrice “Sway the Pro” 58:22 – Free training information 58:56 – Closing the Vault with Ash CashAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 117: Towards an Equitable and Inclusive Future: LGBTQIA+ ArchitectsWhat would an equitable future for LGBTQIA+ people look like? What's the role of architecture in designing an equitable future?Expanding our equity, diversity, and inclusion series, episode 117 explores the perspectives of LGBTQIA+ architects and designers working to create a more equitable future for all. One of the earliest episodes in this series, “Voices from the Future of the Profession,” episode 016, was recorded in 2020. Since that recording date, a number of anti-LGBTQIA+ bills and legislation have been passed across the United States - risking protections against discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. As architects and designers, we believe there is much more we can do to create safe and inclusive policies and spaces in the built environment and within our communities. We've invited leaders to share their stories and discuss what matters most in this moment of change.Guest Moderator:Dedicated to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and visibility of LGBTQIA+ architects, architecture adjacent, and design professionals, Sarah Nelson-Woynicz, AIA, is the Founder of Pride by Design. As a Project Architect with HKS, Inc in Atlanta, Georgia, Sarah's professional practice focuses on commercial, mixed-use, and multi-family markets, while also amplifying and engaging in HKS' justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion work. Sarah has served on the AIA Atlanta Board of Directors and currently serves at the AIA Young Architects Forum Advisory Committee, Community Director. Guests:Rajas Karnik is a Project Architect with over 20 years of varied project experience in urban design, transportation, commercial and residential buildings. Raj grew up in India, where he was surrounded by a family of artists. As a child, he spent many days in his father's architecture office and felt it was his destiny to follow in his footsteps. He attended the Academy of Architecture in Mumbai, his father's alma mater, before moving to the United States to pursue his Master of Architecture at Texas A&M University. Raj believes a strong team drives a successful project. It's a combination of personality and communication, but mostly it's about respect. Architecture is one of the few professions where you are literally learning new every day—from different building parameters, to changing client needs and goals, and new consultant teams. He feels that you have to form personal relationships and learn from everyone, so treating everyone equally and with respect is most important.Rajas is also the co-founder and Past President of Build Out Alliance, a non-profit organization that promotes and advocates for the LGBTQ+ community within the building design and construction industry. Through this group he helps create visibility for Out LGBTQ professionals and create a safe environment for them to celebrate who they are.Beau Frail is a poet, artist, and architect. Beau is passionate about community-engaged design and advancing equity and justice, including within the LGBTQIA+ community. Beau has served on the Texas Society of Architects (TxA) Board of Directors, where he helped launch the EDI Committee, and on the AIA National Associates Committee. He helped start LGBTQIA+ Alliances at AIA Austin and AIA New York. Beau was honored with the 2020 TxA Presidential Citation and the 2018 AIA Austin Honor Award for Community Service. Beau was selected as a Next City Vanguard, an AIA Design Justice Fellow, and an Association for Community...

Learn more about Black Spectacles ARE 5.0 exam prep here: https://www.blackspectacles.com/pricing?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=are_live_podcast On this episode of ARE Live, Black Spectacles hosts a discussion on why and how to pursue licensure in 2026. You'll learn what licensure means for your career, its benefits, and the steps to becoming a licensed architect. Timestamps: 4:33 - Why you should become a licensed architect 12:01 - How to become a licensed architect 24:48 - Live Q&A See previous episodes or register for the next ARE Live at https://www.blackspectacles.com/podcast

Your house may be the most comfortable place in the entire world for you, but it could still be hiding several health hazards that must be promptly addressed. Corinna Bellizzi discusses what it takes to create healthful living spaces with Paul Kealey, founder and president of EkoBuilt. As head of North America's most advanced sustainable homebuilding company, he exposes why modern building codes are actually failing our health, from poor indoor air quality to serious mold growth. Paul also presents how a passive house offers a good alternative by perfectly marrying cost-effectiveness and a healthy environment. Find out how simple changes can turn your home from a space that could kill you slowly to a place of health and comfort. COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT: https://caremorebebetter.com/what-it-takes-to-achieve-healthful-living-with-paul-kealey/ About Guest: Paul Kealey has spent nearly twenty years redefining what home truly means. As the Founder and President of EkoBuilt, he leads one of North America's most advanced sustainable homebuilding companies and the Architect of the ‘House is Medicine' system. Paul's work proves that homes can do more than save energy, they can actively protect and enhance human health. Through EkoBuilt, he designs and constructs Net-Zero Passive Houses that are affordable, resilient, and life-rewarding. His mission challenges the conventional building industry by showing that most homes don't just waste energy, they compromise health. Paul's mission is clear: to make homes that heal. He has built his career around proving that healthy homes are the most powerful medicine we take every day - lowering energy bills, reducing stress, preventing mold and illness, and protecting the planet. From families seeking nurturing environments to developers building sustainable communities, Paul brings science-backed insight, practical strategies, and an unwavering belief that the home is humanity's most overlooked medicine. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-kealey-17614529/ Guest Website: https://ekobuilt.com/ Guest Social:  https://www.instagram.com/ekobuiltpassivehouse/ https://www.facebook.com/EkoBuilt/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ekobuiltpassivehouse https://www.youtube.com/@EkoBuiltPassiveHomes Show Notes: 01:43 - Early Signs Of An Unhealthy Home 12:07 - The Danger Of Building Homes Fast And Cheap 17:49 - How To Build A Cost-Effective Healthy Home 35:02 - Moving From Furnaces To Heat Pumps 41:26 - Preparing Financially To Build A Healthy Home 44:57 - What's Next For Paul And EkoBuilt 47:39 - Practical Tips And Valuable Advice For Home Building 51:00 - Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. We screamed past our goal of planting 20,000 trees thanks to subscribers like you! NEW CAUSE PARTNER FOR 2025-2026 SELECTED! If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner — Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Follow us on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The team at Sierra Pacific Windows featured Mark Candelaria on their latest “Sales Talk” educational series for their team. Mark shared his insights and perspective in the design and build fields and gave a great overview of what he does day-to-day. The main goal of the conversation was to share his point of view on how vendors can best approach and work with a high-end architect in a way that leads to a good relationship and more sales for the vendors. For the video version plus all of our past podcast episodes, visit our website's podcast page: candelariadesign.com/inspiring-living-podcast 

Manuel Smukalla, Global Talent Impact, Skills Intelligence, and Systems Lead at Bayer, joins Workplace Stories to unpack one of the most ambitious organizational transformations underway today. As Bayer confronts significant market, legal, and profitability pressures, the company has taken a radically different approach to how work, leadership, and talent are structured, rethinking everything from management layers to career progression.In this episode, Manuel walks through Bayer's shift to Dynamic Shared Ownership (DSO), a decentralized operating model built around networks of teams, 90-day work cycles, and leaders who coach rather than control. He explains why skills visibility became a foundational requirement for this model to work and how Bayer is using skills data to democratize opportunities, improve talent flow, and fundamentally rethink careers inside a global enterprise.You'll hear how Bayer reduced management layers by more than half, redesigned leadership expectations through its VAC (Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, Coach) model, and moved toward a culture where employees are empowered, and expected, to own their work, development, and impact.You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...[01:01] Why Bayer embarked on a radical organizational transformation.[04:30] What Dynamic Shared Ownership really means in practice.[06:55] Moving from hierarchical structures to networks of teams.[10:40] Why skills visibility became a critical business problem.[14:05] How 90-day work cycles change accountability and outcomes.[18:10] Building organizations around customer problems, not functions.[21:15] Launching skills profiles as a starting point, not an endpoint.[23:00] How Bayer's talent marketplace democratizes opportunity at scale.[27:00] The three pillars of a skills-based organization.[33:00] Rethinking careers, performance management, and feedback.[43:10] The VAC leadership model explained.[52:30] Measuring success in a decentralized organization.[53:45] Advice for organizations considering similar transformations.Dynamic Shared Ownership: Redesigning How Work Gets DoneAt the core of Bayer's transformation is Dynamic Shared Ownership, an operating model that replaces traditional hierarchies with flexible networks of teams. Manuel explains how Bayer reduced its management layers from thirteen to six and reorganized work into 90-day cycles focused on clear outcomes. After each cycle, teams reflect on what worked, what didn't, and whether the work should continue at all.This approach decentralizes decision-making and forces a shift away from command-and-control leadership. Leaders are no longer expected to direct every task; instead, they create the conditions for teams to succeed, setting direction while trusting teams to determine how outcomes are achieved.Skills as the Engine of Talent FlowFor Dynamic Shared Ownership to function, Bayer needed a new way to understand and deploy talent. Manuel shares a pivotal realization: managers were turning to LinkedIn to understand employee skills because the organization lacked internal visibility. That insight sparked Bayer's skills journey.Rather than starting with complex taxonomies, Bayer focused first on skill visibility. Employees created and maintained skills profiles, supported by workshops on how to describe capabilities effectively. Over time, this evolved into a talent marketplace that matches people to work based on skills, not job titles, career level, or location, helping democratize access to opportunities across the enterprise.Moving Talent to Work, Not Work to TalentManuel outlines three defining pillars of a skills-based organization. First, talent must move to work rather than work being constrained by static roles. Second, organizations must commit to permanent upskilling, recognizing that development is continuous, not episodic. Third, opportunities must be democratized at scale, reducing reliance on manager sponsorship or informal networks.Bayer's marketplace supports fixed roles, flex roles, and fully agile project-based work, encouraging employees to actively shape their careers while remaining accountable for outcomes. This model challenges long-held assumptions about promotions, ladders, and linear advancement.Leadership and Performance in a Decentralized WorldLeadership at Bayer has been redefined through the VAC model: Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, and Coach. Leaders set direction, help teams design how value is created, remove barriers, and support rapid cycles of learning. This requires significant unlearning for leaders shaped by traditional hierarchies.Performance management has also shifted. Goals are set in 90-day cycles at the team level, with feedback coming from peers and work leads rather than solely from a direct manager. Over time, this creates richer data on contribution and impact, but also demands a cultural shift toward transparency, shared accountability, and continuous feedback.Connect with Manuel SmukallaManuel Smukalla on LinkedInConnect With Red Thread ResearchWebsite: Red Thread ResearchOn LinkedInOn FacebookOn TwitterSubscribe to WORKPLACE STORIES

Being a hands-on business owner is not the humble brag you think it is. To buyers, it signals a red flag: decisions bottlenecked at the owner, undocumented processes, fragile customer relationships, and a business that struggles to function without constant oversight. John Seiffer, founder of CEO Boot Camp and author of Output Thinking, explains why owner dependency drastically limits growth, transferability, and exit value. After decades of coaching founders across industries, he shares how many businesses run well day to day but break down during a transition. He introduces output thinking as a way to define results instead of tasks, replacing intuition-driven execution with repeatable outcomes.   In this episode, you will: Understand why hands-on ownership reduces value and complicates exits Learn how output thinking helps businesses scale and transfer See how systems and defined outcomes make a business more attractive to buyers   Highlights: (00:00) Meet John Seiffer (05:43) Stages of business growth (15:35) Output Thinking: a new approach (17:33) What to look for when hiring employees (19:13) Defining quality and documenting operating procedures (24:48) Building trust and transitioning leadership (29:58) Preparations to make your business exit-ready (33:33) Division of labor in sales (35:18) Evolving business ownership   Resources: For past guests, please visit https://www.defendersofbusinessvalue.com/   Follow John: Connect via email: john@ceobootcamp.comLearn more about CEO Boot Camp: https://ceobootcamp.com/ Learn more about Output Thinking by John Seiffer: https://a.co/d/am77udg Learn about the Exit-Ready Intensive program: https://rgahub.samcart.com/referral/zw7Z7UJK/b23xiwJ0paFyeSlt    Follow Ed: Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmysogland/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/defendersofbusinessvalue/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bvdefenders

Forsite Studio is an integrated architecture and construction practice dedicated to modern sustainable design solutions. The firm's practice encompasses architectural design, building construction and renovation, project management and consulting. As a design-build firm, Forsite Studio is involved in all aspects of our projects, allowing us to deliver products and design solutions that are both innovative and cost-effective.The work of Forsite Studio reflects a clean, modern sensibility infused with handcrafted custom details and a sensitivity to local vernacular. We are particularly interested in promoting sustainable design and construction, which starts with educating our clients on the positive impact to both the environment and the health of the end user. We believe that good design, sustainability, and economy are intrinsically linked. We salvage and reuse materials and structures wherever possible, incorporating and celebrating them in our designs, resulting in buildings of character and personality. Our varied backgrounds in architecture and sculpture inform our designs and shape our approach to each project. With completed work in the United States and abroad, we produce distinctive projects uniquely adapted to their local climate, culture, and context.---Daniel oversees a talented team of architects and designers as the Sr. Architect of a busy design-build firm in Austin, TX. Experience working in NYC and MN on a wide assortment of projects in nearly every climatic zone makes him uniquely qualified for this role. Most recently, he's been the lead designer and project manager overseeing construction of various commercial and multifamily projects in the Central Texas region. Daniel generally looks before he leaps, but he always trusts his cape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With six university degrees, my guest, Dr. Herman S. Jr. is an internationally sought-after, in-your-face Global Change Agent, Doctor of Metaphysical Psychology and scholar who has consulted/trained over 100k people. In the show, we go into being awake, the educational system, what it means to be an iconoclast, his work in metaphysical psychology, They Live, "divorce/entities", sheeple, gnosticism and more.For the "Just Be Practice," he uses Psychological Tarot by using the cards as a cognitive tool (not divinatory/prophetic), where he facilitates psychological exercises to help people disentangle themselves from their visions/mindsets, thereby resetting them. He shows how it works using me as an example. Connect to Dr. Herman:Website: https://drhermansjr.carrd.co*Host Eden Koz is a soul realignment specialist utilizing psychological empathy, intuition, psychic ability, mediumship, meditation, mindset shift, Reiki, dimensional and galactic healing, to name a few. She also performs spiritual Co#id Vac+ Healing as well as remote & face-to-face sessions with individuals and groups. **Additionally, in spreading the word... If you are questioning your Gold IRA because of potential scams (see EP188) or want to invest in a precious metals company with integrity...email: info@milesfranklin.com and put "Eden" in the subject line (they know me personally, so the best of attention and heart will come your way.)Miles Franklin website: https://milesfranklin.com Contact info for Eden Koz / Just Be®, LLC:Website: EdenJustBe.com Socials: TikTok, FB, FB (Just Be), X, Insta, LinkedInJust Be~Spiritual BOOM Podcast - Video Directories: BitChute, Rumble, ...

“First we shape our buildings, thereafter they shape us.” - Winston Churchill (attributed)The natural world is humanity's original habitat. This habitat supports our physiological energy efficiency and is an important health intervention for the AEC industry. These are core perspectives that Helena van Vliet shares in this joint PHA-Building Science Podcast interview. Helena makes the clear case that we are “open systems” - we take in our environments, both physically and with our perceptions. Whether outdoors or indoors, our physical selves have their own experience of each environment we inhabit. This experience first informs our bodies, which have their own reactions of ease or dis-ease; and next, seemingly at the same time, this experience then informs our minds and our psychological reality comes to life. This interview is yet another beacon guiding us to deeply rethink how we deliver indoor spaces to ourselves. Enjoy the nourishing feast of ideas here!Helena van VlietHelena van Vliet Dipl.-Ing. AIA is an internationally recognized expert in Biophilic Design. She is a registered Architect, Consultant, Researcher, Educator, and Speaker focusing on the direct connections between human and bio-habitat resilience in built environments. In her designs, consulting work and teaching, she integrates insights from her 40 years of practice, as well as data from her ongoing research in evolutionary biology, cognitive neuroscience, biopsychology, and chronobiology. Helenais the Principal at Helena van Vliet LLC, as well as a founding member of BioPhilly. Since 2013, she has served as a Steering Committee Member for the International Biophilic Cities Network.Since 2018, Helena has taught her interdisciplinary seminar “Environments for Well-Being” at Thomas Jefferson University, bringing together design and health science students to explore the building blocks - and underlying science - of spaces that support well-being. She is a frequent lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel, Widener, the Bauhaus University Weimar, Germany, and the Politecnico di Milano, Italy.Ilka CassidyIlka Cassidy, Dipl.-Ing. Architecture, CPHC, is the co-founder of C2 Architecture and Holzraum System, with a deep passion for Passive House envelope design and building science. She focuses on the benefits of using natural building materials and specializes in offsite construction.With extensive experience in Passive House consulting and energy modeling, Ilka has a strong understanding of energy efficiency strategies. As a co-founder of C2 Architecture, she brought a sustainable design perspective to the firm from its inception. Through Holzraum System, she has worked to merge the precision and scalability of prefabrication with the use of healthy, low-carbon materials, all while optimizing energy efficiency with Passive House principles.Ilka is also committed to expanding knowledge in the industry, serving as co-host of the Passive House Accelerator Podcast and Construction Tech Live events. She is a frequent conference speaker and an active member of Green Building United in Philadelphia. She is a proud mom for her three girls and a visiting educator and McGill University. TeamHosted by Kristof IrwinEdited by Nico MignardiProduced by M. Walker

Kendra Bracken Ferguson built companies that invented the creator economy before Instagram and TikTok — and she tells the part founders unusually hide: when the shiny acquisition stops working, the earn-out math gets ugly, and you have to choose between protecting your title or protecting your team…We get into trust as a system (including her very controversial co-founder test), buying a company back, building BrainTrust into a studio + fund backing Black beauty & wellness founders, and why corporate partners suddenly got nervous about “Black founder” the second it became inconvenient.01:36 Meet Kendra Bracken Ferguson: Builder, Operator, Dealmaker02:22 The Thanksgiving Idea That Sparked Digital Brand Architects04:03 How DBA Helped Invent The Creator Economy Before Instagram07:04 Knowing When To Walk Away—And Start Over08:10 Why “Trust” Became The Non-Negotiable Business Principle14:20 Inside The CAA Acquisition18:36 When The Deal Looks Good—But The Reality Doesn't20:52 The Moment Everything Had To Change21:20 Redefining Failure: Pivots, Pressure, And Perspective22:41 Journaling, Self-Awareness, And Founder Survival Tools24:32 Rebuilding With Intention: The Real BrainTrust Vision25:12 From Agency To Studio To Fund26:39 Corporate Partnerships, Power Dynamics, And Hard Truths29:57 New Ventures, New Partners, And Building With Exit In Mind35:39 From Hustle To Harmony: Success, Sleep, And The Next Chapter

In this episode of The Passive House Podcast, Ilka Cassidy and Kristof Irwin discuss with Helena van Vliet the concept of biophilic design and its impact on human wellbeing. Helena explains how designing environments that reconnect humans with nature can optimize physiological energy and reduce stress and inflammation. The conversation delves into practical applications of biophilic design in urban environments, exploring how elements like dynamic sunlight, water features, and vegetation can improve health and connect people with natural surroundings. The episode also touches on the challenges of integrating these concepts with traditional architectural practices focused on energy efficiency and durability.Helena van Vliet Dipl.-Ing. AIA is an internationally recognized expert in Biophilic Design. She is a registered Architect, Consultant, Researcher, Educator, and Speaker focusing on the direct connections between human and bio-habitat resilience in built environments. In her designs, consulting work and teaching, she integrates insights from her 40 years of practice, as well as data from her ongoing research in evolutionary biology, cognitive neuroscience, biopsychology, and chronobiology.https://www.helenavanvliet.com/https://www.biophilly.org/https://www.biophiliccities.org/Thank you for listening to the Passive House Podcast! To learn more about Passive House and to stay abreast of our latest programming, visit passivehouseaccelerator.com. And please join us at one of our Passive House Accelerator LIVE! zoom gatherings on Wednesdays.

We welcome back Ronny LeBlanc to discuss his new book, Interdimensional, exploring how UFOs, cryptids, consciousness, and paranormal phenomena may be interconnected aspects of a deeper, layered reality. Drawing from firsthand encounters, including plasma-like aerial entities, cloaked beings, and shared anomalous experiences, LeBlanc challenges the traditional “nuts and bolts” UFO narrative and reframes the phenomenon through an interdimensional and consciousness-based lens. This wide-ranging conversation examines ancient accounts, modern sightings, perception, fear, spirituality, and the evolving nature of reality itself, offering listeners a thought-provoking exploration of what may be shaping humanity's ongoing encounters with the unknown. Buy Interdimensional at: https://www.ronnyleblanc.com/ Chapters: 00:00 – Moving Beyond the Nuts-and-Bolts UFO Narrative 03:58 – Why Interdimensional Needed to Be Written 08:12 – UFOs, Cryptids, and the Role of Consciousness 12:46 – The Thunderbird Encounter and Living Plasma Phenomena 18:40 – Biological UFOs and Ancient Sky Creatures 23:22 – Perception, Frequency, and Why Witnesses See Different Things 28:37 – Cloaked Beings, Rock-Throwing, and Intelligent Interaction 34:55 – Consciousness as the Interface to the Phenomenon 39:28 – Ancient Accounts, Ezekiel's Wheel, and Timeless Encounters 43:18 –

End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Architects are trained to hustle, but what if the grind is actually holding you back? In this episode, coach Jenna Harrison joins Enoch Sears to explore a radical shift—one that swaps overwork for a schedule that fuels creativity, clarity, and growth. They dive into the unseen toll hustle culture takes on your body, mind, and most valuable relationships. You'll hear how an unexpected turning point made Jenna rethink everything about success, and the surprising ripple effects that followed. This isn't theory—it's lived experience, backed by results. Jenna also hints at the simple but powerful shifts that free you from the "time for money" trap. If you've ever wondered whether you can work less and earn more, this is your chance to find out. You'll discover: The hidden cost of being "the bottleneck" in your firm Why your brain may be blocking your best work The counterintuitive change that can grow both freedom and revenue To learn more about Jenna, visit her website: https://www.theuncommonway.com/ 

Carole Wedge, CEO/EVP of the American Institute of Architects, joins Architectural Record's DESIGN:ED podcast to discuss her vision for the AIA, the process of founding the AIA Women's Leadership Summit, and the impact of community on the profession.

Hi, It's Michele! Send me a text with who you want as a guest!This episode is sponsored by:"The Grouchy Architect" Opus 2 MBE, LLCChristian Nielsen-Palacios is a licensed architect with over 40 years of experience, primarily focused on quality assurance (QA), quality control (QC), and technical specification writing for architectural projects.LInk to website: https://thegrouchyarchitect.com/This episode is part of the "Design Your Architecture Firm", a mini-series within the podcast I've never met a woman architect before... with Michele Grace Hottel, Architect that will help you design and build the architecture and design firm that you have always wanted and bring in the projects that you will love working on.  Link to Blog for Text and Images:https://inmawomanarchitect.blogspot.com/2026/01/interview-with-jeff-echols-of.htmlJeff Echols of EchoEngagementFractional Chief Innovation Officer, Guiding AEC Leaders and their Teams on developing a Culture of Growth and Innovation | Technology and Business Transformation for Lasting Growth | Human-First Approach to AI | Fostering a Culture of Growth(317) 434-4221Let's connect on LinkedInBio: As the AEC industry increases its adoption of AI, Jeff Echols reminds leaders that technology fails without the right culture.Jeff acts as a strategic partner to firms, helping them move beyond the buzzwords to build a true 'Culture of Growth.' He helps leaders realize that being future-ready isn't about software—it's about the simultaneous elevation of your people, your organization, and your customers.If you want to navigate disruption without losing the human connection that drives your success, Jeff is the voice you need to hear.Link to MGHarchitect: MIchele Grace Hottel, Architect website for scheduling a consultation for an architecture and design project and guest and podcast sponsorship opportunities:https://www.mgharchitect.com/

Stephanie Leedom is CannonDesign's Executive Director for the Great Lakes Region. In this role, she provides strategic leadership across offices in Chicago, Buffalo, Toronto, Pittsburgh, and the firm's newest office in Minneapolis.For 20 years, Stephanie worked in public service; serving with the Peace Corps in Honduras and working as an Architect at the General Services Administration; Architect/ Division Chief at the US State Department managing teams and projects in Latin America, Africa, and East Asia; and Director of Planning and Development at the Fairfax County Park Authority.Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Virginia Tech, a Master's in Urban Design from the University of Michigan, is a licensed architect in Virginia, and serves on the AIA Strategic Council as an At-Large-Representative. We talk about:- Stephanie's decision to leave the public sector after 20 years and her tips for architects considering a values-based career pivot, including how to leverage your professional network and strategies to assess if a new team is a good fit.- We discuss the recent shifts in CannonDesign's leadership structure and how the firm is strategically building their teams and market expertise to leverage growth opportunities in the Great Lakes region.- Stephanie talks about leading the Great Lakes region remotely from Washington, DC and how she applies lessons from her GSA workplace strategy experience to build trust and collaboration in hybrid teams. She also shares more about onboarding as a leader and how she developed her 30/60/90 day plans.- While reflecting on her portfolio of work, highlighting projects in Honduras and Namibia, Stephanie elaborates on architecture's role in diplomacy and community development and how these projects have elevated women's roles in construction.>>>Connect with Stephanie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-leedom-aia-b801348Cannon Design: https://www.cannondesign.com/>>>Thank you to our Sponsor:Arcol is a collaborative building design tool built for modern teams. Arcol streamlines your design process by keeping your model, data, and presentations in sync- enabling your team to work together seamlessly. Learn more about Arcol on their Website, Instagram, YouTube, X, and LinkedIn.>>>Connect with Architectette:- Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.architectette.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Learn more)- Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @architectette⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (See more)- Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.architectette.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Behind the Scenes Content)- LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Architectette Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Page and/or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Caitlin Brady⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠>>> Support Architectette:- Leave us a rating and review!>>>Music by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AlexGrohl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

The narrative is seeded, the pitfalls are many and the dangers are huge. Responsibility is concentrated and blame can be more easily assigned. There are now actors more interested in chaos than restraint. It makes him look like a tyrant. AI is explained, moralized and described to death. Greenland is important for national security. Standard procedure for the MSM is to distort all stories. Domestic terror cells were activated yesterday. Why is the insurection act promoted by both political parties? All media outlets are pushing it too. Unconventional warfare is now raging. RINO's sing a sad tune. The law and the narratives are no longer alligned. Framing is more important that facts. Full authority means a concentrated spotlight. It's all a show. Passport issues are now common for Americans. The purple ones are temporary. How do you lose your passport? People are training overseas to overthrow our government here. FAFO started here. Specific shows sent pointed messages. A look back at some previous immigration related shows. The Jewish side of the welfare fraud. Let's play fair with terrorism accusations. China has military bases in Canada. Now is the time to stop playing the games and concentrate on what is truly important.

Welcome to the first New Moon of 2026! Join psychic spiritual mentor and Reiki Master Teacher Terri Ann Heiman as she explores the powerful energies of the New Moon in Capricorn on January 18th. This isn't just any New Moon—it's a profound moment for setting intentions that are deeply rooted in reality yet soaring with spiritual potential. After the intense emotional waters of the Cancer Full Moon, Capricorn offers us a sturdy foundation to build upon. It's time to take those emotional insights and spiritual downloads and bring them into tangible form. This episode includes a guided meditation to help you embody this grounded Capricorn energy and a tarot reading for clarity on your intentions. Note: This episode is perfect for anyone looking to start 2026 with grounded, practical intentions while staying connected to their spiritual path. The combination of astrological insights, guided meditation, and tarot guidance makes this a comprehensive tool for conscious creation.   Key Messages We are at an amazing moment in humanity—old systems are collapsing and a new reality is emerging Be part of raising your vibration each day and holding the light Embrace this shift with courage and an open heart Trust your intuition and allow yourself to be guided toward innovative solutions This is a transformative year with the fire horse energy pushing us through You are a co-creator of your reality—dream big! Becoming the Architect of Your Reality This Capricorn New Moon invites you to become the architect of your own reality through intentional creation grounded in spiritual wisdom and practical action. Make your intentions concrete with specific steps and measurable progress. Connect these intentions with your highest spiritual purpose while maintaining a heart-centered approach. Reflection and Release Take time to reflect on your path and journal your experiences from the past year. What were the triumphs and challenges? How did they shape you? See these not as failures but as stepping stones on your soul's journey. Release old habits, limited beliefs, and relationships that are holding you back from reaching your potential to make space for the new energies of 2026. Strategic Spiritual Practices Commit to spiritual practices you can integrate consistently into your routine—daily meditation, running Reiki energy, weekly energy clearing, or studying spiritual texts. Terri shares her approach using the RITES: Reiki, Intuition, Tarot, EFT, Stones and Crystals—tools that help you get out of your mind, drop into your heart, process emotions, and open up to wisdom and signs for your path. Guided Meditation A beautiful guided meditation to embody the grounded Capricorn New Moon energy, including: Grounding through breath and body awareness Connecting to the four directions and calling in guidance Rooting into Mother Earth's support and ancient wisdom Activating the golden light of the root chakra for manifestation Setting one clear, soul-aligned intention for this lunar cycle Tarot Clarity Reading Terri pulls four cards for guidance on setting intentions: Judgment Card - A transformative card about rising from the ashes, having aha moments, and calling upon angels to lift your vibration while staying grounded. Use discernment and forgiveness as you bring intentions forward. The Hermit - Know your own light. Go within during this winter energy to discover the light you carry and want to shine. Know thyself to be true. The Empress - Align with Mother Earth, the stars, the moons, and the heavens. This prosperity card speaks to creativity, abundance, and being in alignment with your intentions. Four of Wands - A celebration card of passion and grounded fire energy. Feel the celebration of your intentions, your life, and this brand new year. Fly your flags with joy. Resources Mentioned: Schedule a complimentary Spiritual Upgrade Call Discuss private mentoring, learn to work with your energy, break patterns, and open up to your soul's journey. Click here to schedule. The RITES Approach: Reiki Intuition Tarot EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Tools: Stones and Crystals   Connect with Terri Ann Heiman:

Kathy Baldwin, three-time best-selling author of the Unlearn the Crap series and creator of the Unlearn the Crap & Level Up podcast, a raw, intelligent, and unfiltered show that helps people strip away the conditioning, stories, and self-sabotaging patterns that keep them small.Through her company, Finally, Kathy helps podcasters, coaches, and entrepreneurs automate the back end of their content creation so they can focus on the conversations that actually matter. From transcripts and show notes to social media clips, email marketing, and KPI tracking, she's built a done-with-you system that bridges mindset and mechanics, message and machine.Now, Kathy's journey from breaking free of corporate burnout to building two synergistic brands demonstrates how clarity and systems can transform both personal power and business scalability.And while she continues to help purpose-driven creators unlearn control, trust systems, and expand their impact without losing their soul, she's proving that true freedom comes from alignment, not exhaustion.Here's where to find more:https://finallypodcastautomation.comhttps://unlearnthecrap.com - on the podcast page on the bottom is the guest onboarding. I would love to host you as well.https://kathybaldwin.me/links________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here: https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

On this episode of Inside the Firm, big wins in 2025 from the NAHB, then why you need a mountain builder for mountain properties, then how to win more as an architect in 2026. Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Have you seen what Curt Cignetti has done at Indiana? In just his second year, he's taken one of college football's historically worst programs to the number one ranking in the country. But here's what matters for business owners: he didn't figure it out alone.In this episode, Bradley breaks down the Curt Cignetti story and the four critical lessons every business owner needs to understand about following a proven blueprint versus trying to figure everything out yourself.Visit BlueprintOS.com to learn about the 2026 Above The Business Workshops, our coaching programs, and resources designed specifically for small business owners who want to build systematic, scalable operations that don't require your constant presence. Thanks to our sponsors...Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch. Autopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve their staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every single business day - optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities. With their continuous, hands-off recruiting approach, you can save time, reduce hiring costs, and receive pre-screened candidates, all without paying any hiring fees or commissions. More money & more freedom: that's what Autopilot Recruiting help business owners achieve. Visit https://www.autopilotrecruiting.com/ and don't forget to mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast. Direct Clicks is built is by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that deliver real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide the comprehensive digital marketing your business needs to grow. Here's an exclusive offer for Above The Business listeners: Visit directclicksinc.com/abovethebusiness for a FREE marketing campaign audit. They'll assess your website, social media, SEO, content, and paid advertising, then provide actionable recommendations. Plus, when you choose to partner with them, they'll waive all setup fees. About Above The Business: Above The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect. Each week, Bradley shares frameworks, interviews successful entrepreneurs, and provides actionable insights for building businesses that run without you. Whether you're doing $300K or $3M in revenue, this show will help you get above your business and design the systems you need to scale.

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“Start your day with gratitude, and end your day with gratitude.”Join Devon Tilly as he chats with Sidney Aulds of Sidney Aulds Building Studio! Sidney Aulds is a licensed Architect, a builder, a developer, and an author. He is also passionate about personal development and helping others become their best self. In his career, he has been able to work on a great range of projects, from single-family residences to high-rise developments. His entrepreneurial drive and leadership skills have led him to multiple leadership and executive teams. In July 2024, he set out to create a world-class team of architects, builders, and developers. Focused on custom residential and urban mixed-use development, Sidney Aulds Building Studio strives to be a leader in the real estate development space.While launching Sidney Aulds Building Studio, he simultaneously launched Pursuing Excellence, focusing on personal development products. The company's first two products are an annual goal-setting workbook and a day planner. He sees Pursuing Excellence as an introduction to helping more people through productivity, discipline, and coaching. He envisions Pursuing Excellence becoming a movement of individuals who are pursuing excellence in all areas of their lives, including their families and careers.See the Company Brochureon LinkedIn!Learn more about Sidney Aulds Building Studio on LinkedIn! Learn more about the Pursuing Excellence Planner on LInkedIn!Keep up with the Art of Construction (AOC) podcast on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

Endorsed by the world's most respected experts in psychology, spirituality, wellness, and dating, Kailen Rosenberg is redefining what it means to create and sustain, love in the modern world. Since 1994, Kailen has been helping individuals and couples heal from the inside out. A certified Master Life, Love, and Relationship Coach with specialized training in trauma, love addiction, DBT, and spiritual psychology, she's guided thousands toward emotional health, authentic connection, and purpose-driven lives. Kailen is the author of Real Love, Right Now (Simon & Schuster), and the founder of The Love Architects®, the world's first holistic love design and love life management firm for elite and successful singles.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kailen is a Certified Master Life Coach | DBT-Trained Relationship Expert | Elite Matchmaker | Published Author.Her expertise has established her as a luminary—a celebrity relationship expert, elite matchmaker, and respected author of the acclaimed book Real Love, Right Now (Simon & Schuster). As the founder of THE LOVE ARCHITECTS® and host of The Love Happy Hour podcast, she has cultivated a unique approach to healing and introducing humans to love that harmonizes the mind, body, and spirit. Through her innovative methods, Kailen inspires people from small towns to the egos and glitz of Hollywood to embrace a healthier perspective on love and life.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this holiday edition of Look Behind the Look, we unwrap the layers of Terry Gilliam's 1985 film Brazil, a retro futurist fever dream that cleverly disguises its incisive critique of bureaucracy and authoritarianism as a Christmas movie. Join us as we explore the film's rich aesthetics, from its elaborate production design to the campy hair and makeup, revealing how these visuals reflect the emotional machinery of a society struggling under the weight of conformity and denial. Discover how Brazil remains relevant today, echoing our contemporary challenges with digital systems and the normalization of crisis.0:00 - Intro 1:28 - Gilliam After Python: The Architect of Beautiful Nightmares 3:05 - The Look: A World Styled for Breakdown 4:12 - Camp as Survival & Bureaucratic Beauty 5:25 - Imagination as a Last Resort: Sam Dreams 6:18 - The Restaurant Scene: Elegance at the Edge of Collapse 7:05 - When Help Becomes Theater 7:41 - When Emptiness Becomes Violence 8:27 - The Christmas Setting: Festivity as Emotional Camouflage 9:36 - If Brazil Were Made Today 13:27 - Closing Get full access to Look Behind The Look at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

Prominent Dallas architects said City Hall's layout and structural integrity remain well suited for modern government use, even as developers and some civic leaders insist the building's condition and long-term costs require a broader rethink. In other news, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop for flights to Dallas Love Field on Tuesday as the airport responded to a fire alarm; a two-mile stretch of roadway in North Texas will soon be known as Charlie Kirk Memorial Parkway; and it looks like Dallas Maverick Anthony Davis will not have surgery after all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the CRE podcast. 100% Canadian, 100% commercial real estate. What if the biggest barrier to solving Canada's housing crisis isn't capital or construction capacity, but zoning itself? In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron Cameron and Adam Powadiuk sit down with Dermot Sweeny, Founding Principal at Sweeny&Co Architects, for... The post Rethinking City Building: A Radical Case Against Zoning with Dermot Sweeny, Founding Principal at Sweeny&Co Architects appeared first on Commercial Real Estate Podcast.

This week on Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski welcomes building science legend Dr. Joseph Lstiburek for an unfiltered and unforgettable conversation. From mold to CO₂ myths, Joseph challenges conventional thinking about ventilation, insulation, humidity control, and what really makes a building “healthy.” With decades of hands-on experience, a sharp wit, and a no-nonsense take on industry dogma, he dives deep into where the U.S. is falling short—and how Canada got it right. You'll hear why "drying potential" matters more than you think, the trouble with high-performance HVAC, and why most over-ventilated buildings are actually failing their occupants. This episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about high-performance buildings, durable design, and real-world building science.More About Thierry ParetThierry Paret is an award-winning architect and seasoned leader with extensive international management experience in the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. As Vice President of the Architecture and Engineering Department at the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA), he oversees the design of renovations, upgrades, and new construction for approximately 1,500 school buildings. Each year, his team designs or manages external consultants responsible for designing 10-12 new schools for the NYC Department of Education, part of a $20.6 billion capital plan for the nation's largest unified school system, which serves nearly one million students.Thierry leads a team of 300 architects, engineers, designers, project managers and administrators, ensuring design excellence across all projects. His leadership extends to two studios responsible for managing contracts with external private-sector firms, further supporting the Authority's ambitious infrastructure goals.Prior to joining NYCSCA in 2023, Thierry led the New York State practice at IBI Group-Arcadis, overseeing operations in New York City and Binghamton. He has held senior design leadership roles at several international architecture firms, served as a Design Advisor to the government of Qatar, and acted as Campus Architect for the prestigious King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia which happened to be the first LEED Platinum campus in the Middle East.A registered architect in multiple U.S. states, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland, Thierry's portfolio spans university campuses, corporate headquarters, life science facilities, and mixed-use developments, with a focus on sustainability. His commitment to the profession is evident through his service on numerous boards and committees, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) National Board, where he was a Director-at-Large, founding President of AIA International and AIA Middle East, and member of NCARB's International Competency Workgroup. Thierry was most recently elected to the AIA National's Strategic Council as a Counselor for the 2025-2027 term.Thierry has been a presenter at architectural and industry conferences in the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East during his extensive international career.In 2014, Thierry was inducted into the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects, an honor held by only 2.5% of AIA members. He is also an AIA Richard Upjohn Fellow.Contact:http://linkedin.com/in/thierry-paret-faia-ncarb-riba-arb-mriai-leed-ap-8859849www.nycsca.org www.thierryparet-architect.comWhere To Find Us:https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/www.advancedglazings.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcastwww.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625https://twitter.com/bbfhpodhttps://twitter.com/Solera_Daylighthttps://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod/https://www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltdhttps://www.facebook.com/AdvancedGlazingsltd

For our last recording of 2025, Emily and Alex take on a TIME article naming the "architects of AI" as their person of the year. We also look back at the year in AI nonsense, and share findings from our Fresh AI Hell Wrapped. Happy Hype-y New Year!References:"The Architects of AI Are TIME's 2025 Person of the Year"Stanford AI Index ReportAlso referenced:Original "Lunch Atop a Skyscraper" photo"The Number of People Using AI at Work Is Suddenly Falling"Fresh AI Hell:Fresh AI Hell, WrappedAdobe for Education outputs sexualized images"'Low Tech ChatGPT' on physical paper""Springer Nature retracts, removes nearly 40 publications that trained neural networks on 'bonkers' dataset"Hologram lecturers and robot sandwich-makers"'ChatGPT for Doctors' Startup Doubles Valuation to $12 Billion as Revenue Surges"No more ideas. Need AIdeas!"For the First Time, AI Analyzes Language as Well as a Human Expert""Woman Hailed as Hero for Smashing Man's Meta Smart Glasses on Subway"Check out future streams on Twitch. Meanwhile, send us any AI Hell you see.Find our book, The AI Con, here.Subscribe to our newsletter via Buttondown. Follow us!Emily Bluesky: emilymbender.bsky.social Mastodon: dair-community.social/@EmilyMBender Alex Bluesky: alexhanna.bsky.social Mastodon: dair-community.social/@alex Twitter: @alexhanna Music by Toby Menon.Artwork by Naomi Pleasure-Park. Production by Ozzy Llinas Goodman.

End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Architects often feel torn between their creative calling and the pressure to "talk money," leaving many unsure how to price their work, defend their value, or navigate client conversations without anxiety. Money is supposed to be boring, distant, and handled by someone else, especially in architecture. In this episode, Enoch and Rion pull back the veil on the quiet myths architects inherit about fees, value, and what their work is really worth. They show how those hidden stories shape firms, projects, and even your sense of freedom as a practice owner. Starting from a shocking comment Enoch heard at architecture school, the conversation moves through history, Wall Street, and today's studio culture. You'll hear how a new way to see money can change the clients you attract, the projects you win, and the role you play at the table. The offhand remark that froze a studio room—and exposed a deep bias about architects who care about money. How one simple reframe turns money from "dirty" to a powerful technology of trust in your practice. Why a common industry tool might be training your best clients to see you as a commodity.

What if you treated your team with the same care and attention that Four Seasons gives its guests? In this episode, Bradley sits down with Melissa Fackler, small business coach at OneTeam Partners, to explore how hospitality principles can transform your company culture and customer experience.Melissa spent a decade in the hospitality industry working in hotels, banquets, venues, and country music entertainment before transitioning to business coaching in 2021. She shares the specific tactics and mindset shifts that helped her create world-class guest experiences and how business owners can deploy those same strategies internally with their teams.From eye contact and name recall to growth mindset coaching and behavioral assessments, this conversation gives you practical tools to make everyone in your business feel truly seen and valued.Ready to create more margin in your business?Visit BlueprintOS.com to learn about the 2026 Above The Business Workshops, our coaching programs, and resources designed specifically for small business owners who want to build systematic, scalable operations that don't require your constant presence. Thanks to our sponsors...Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch. Autopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve their staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every single business day - optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities. With their continuous, hands-off recruiting approach, you can save time, reduce hiring costs, and receive pre-screened candidates, all without paying any hiring fees or commissions. More money & more freedom: that's what Autopilot Recruiting help business owners achieve. Visit https://www.autopilotrecruiting.com/ and don't forget to mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast. Direct Clicks is built is by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that deliver real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide the comprehensive digital marketing your business needs to grow. Here's an exclusive offer for Above The Business listeners: Visit directclicksinc.com/abovethebusiness for a FREE marketing campaign audit. They'll assess your website, social media, SEO, content, and paid advertising, then provide actionable recommendations. Plus, when you choose to partner with them, they'll waive all setup fees. About Above The Business: Above The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect. Each week, Bradley shares frameworks, interviews successful entrepreneurs, and provides actionable insights for building businesses that run without you. Whether you're doing $300K or $3M in revenue, this show will help you get above your business and design the systems you need to scale.

About the Show:“I hope there's silver buckshot… a lot of small action in a lot of areas is what will really help us get where we need to be.” – Jessica LewallenThis episode is part of a special series supported by the Walton Family Foundation. Through their Home Region program, the Foundation is investing in the people and ideas shaping Northwest Arkansas—across housing, entrepreneurship, transportation, and leadership.In this episode of I Am Northwest Arkansas® host Randy Wilburn and architect Jessica Lewallen discuss housing, growth, and what it takes to keep Northwest Arkansas a place where people can actually afford to live.Through her work with ULI's Faithful Foundations program, the Fayetteville Housing Crisis Task Force, and as founder of Gemstone Design Studio, Jessica's tackling one of our region's biggest challenges—making sure explosive growth doesn't price people out or erase what makes this place special.You'll hear stories from Jessica's journey, practical ideas for housing solutions, and why fixing this requires everyone—homeowners, churches, policymakers, planners, and regular folks—to show up. Whether you're a longtime resident worried about preserving open spaces, a newcomer searching for affordable housing, or someone wondering how to get involved, this episode offers both wisdom and hope for building a Northwest Arkansas where the next generation can thrive.Key Takeaways:Shifting Household Needs: Nearly three-quarters of households in Northwest Arkansas are made up of two people or fewer, highlighting a need for smaller, more affordable homes, not just large family houses.Smarter Land Use & Infill: Thoughtful infill development helps preserve access to parks, farmland, and green spaces, by building density where infrastructure already exists—instead of sprawling into new areas.Transportation's Hidden Costs: Affordable housing isn't just about rent or mortgages—long commutes and car dependency mean Northwest Arkansans face combined housing and transportation costs rivaling larger metro areas.Local Action, Local Solutions: Real change comes from community-led efforts—whether it's homeowners building accessory dwelling units (ADUs), churches repurposing land, or neighbors engaging in city committees.Education Fuels Empowerment: Programs like ULI's READY and Groundwork's Chats help citizens gain the knowledge to shape housing policy, dispelling myths and fostering supportive, effective advocacy.All this and more on this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Jessica Lewallen, Gemstone Design StudioEmail: jessica@gemstonedesignstudio.com

The Atlanta Beltline, Inc. is spearheading an initiative to help support small businesses within the corridor’s overlay in preparation for the FIFA World Cup. We hear from Natalie Jones, the Atlanta Beltline project manager for the Business Solutions Office, Anthony Pope, the co-founder and design principal of Atelier 7 Architects, and Latrice Rochelle and Xavier John of PARLAY Savory Saloon. They discussed strategies for vendors and small businesses to reap revenue from the influx of visitors when the world’s largest sporting event comes to Georgia. Across the eight games Atlanta will host, an estimated range between $500 million to more than $1 billion is expected to be pumped into the Atlanta area’s economy. They also shared details about what other small business owners can do to ready their businesses for the surge in World Cup visitors, including applying for the Beltline Business Ventures accelerator program. Plus, Marci Collier Overstreet is the 10th Atlanta City Council President. The longtime elected official campaigned on leading Atlanta forward. Now, one week into her four-year term, Overstreet returns to “Closer Look” to talk more about how her tenure as a city council member, representing District 11 in Southwest Atlanta, prepared her to take on the role of council president. President Overstreet also discussed her leadership style and plans to work collaboratively with fellow council members, ensuring that economic development projects include binding community benefits. Overstreet also explained why she had to recede her initial committee appointments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE COLD WAR SHIFT: GEORGE KENNAN'S STRATEGIC PIVOT Colleague Professor Gary J. Bass. By 1948, the trial's context shifted dramatically with the onset of the Cold War and the Chinese Civil War. George Kennan, the architect of containment, visited Tokyo to convince MacArthur that democratization was less important than establishing Japan as a strong anti-communist bulwark against the Soviets. Kennan argued that the US must secure Japan as a strategic prize rather than focus on China, which was falling to Mao. This "reverse course" prioritized stability and industrial strength over the initial progressive reforms, viewing Japan as the essential anchor for Americanforeign policy in the Pacific. NUMBER 51929 TOKYO

What does it take to rebuild a legacy after losing it all? In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Nash, the founder of Passively Rich Investments, to discuss the transition from the high-stress "hustle culture" of the fashion industry to the freedom of a seven-figure real estate portfolio.Melissa shares her "Path to Passive" framework, designed specifically for women who want to stop trading hours for dollars and start building generational wealth. We dive into the mindset shifts required to overcome financial setbacks, how to manage a growing empire as a mother of four, and why Melissa believes that when women control their capital, they change the world. Whether you are a real estate novice or looking to scale your assets, Melissa provides a practical, heart-centered roadmap to achieving financial independence.https://www.hellomelissanash.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Are you living your life like an archaeologist — digging through your past, analyzing old wounds, collecting theories and "insights"… but not actually building anything new? In this lepisode, we're flipping the script. I'll show you why so many smart, capable women stay stuck in analysis, self-diagnosis, and overthinking — and how to step into the role of architect, the woman who designs her identity, her habits, her outcomes, and her future. If you've been doing all the "inner work" but still feel like you're circling the same patterns… this conversation will hit like truth serum. Come ready for clarity, calibration, and a gentle-but-firm push into empowered action. ✨ Want to turn this insight into a transformation? Join ALCHemize — my 6-week mindset reset for women who are ready to build a new internal operating system.

Donald Trump and Stephen Miller are pushing the United States toward war with its allies. Steve Schmidt explains the danger of their foreign aggression and the cost the next generation will be left to pay. Today's Merch: Stephen Miller SUCKShttps://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/stephen-miller-sucks-crewneck-1 SUBSCRIBE for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeStore: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this short podcast, Bryan answers a question submitted to HVAC School by an aspiring licensed architect who wanted to learn more about the many different types of HVAC systems. The three main buckets of HVAC systems are air-to-air, water-source, and air-to-water. Air-to-air systems move air around to remove heat from one space, and that heat is rejected to the air somewhere else. Water-source systems move water around the building and use water as the heat rejection medium. Air-water hybrid systems condition the load with water and may use air for ventilation; water or air may be used as the rejection medium. Systems may be direct-exchange (DX) and may transfer heat directly to refrigerant, or they may flow the air or water over a coil with water or glycol, utilizing a secondary fluid. Systems may also have separate indoor and outdoor architecture (split systems), or all components may be rolled into a single box (package unit). Package units include window units, PTACs, and RTUs. When it comes to forced-air systems, constant air volume (CAV) systems maintain the same volume of airflow (though the temperatures will change). Variable air volume (VAV) systems use one stream of cold air in a main duct, and each zone has a VAV box that functions as a damper to control zones individually. Dual duct systems have one cold duct and one warm duct that run parallel to each other and mix at each zone. Packaged rooftop units (RTUs) are self-contained with ducts that run down into the space and are common in retail spaces. Air-to-water systems use fan coil units (FCUs) fed with chilled or hot water. Air moves locally inside the space, so there is less ductwork and good zone control, but there are many units to manage. Chillers make chilled water, and that water is pumped around the building and sent to individual air handler units (AHUs). These are highly efficient and have large amounts of piping. They need mechanical rooms and dedicated personnel to maintain them. Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems are DX systems that are becoming more popular and consist of multiple indoor units with one or more outdoor units. Some of these can be used for heat recovery, meaning one space can be cooled while another is heated. Heat pump types include air-source, water-source, and ground-source. Air-source heat pumps absorb heat from the air via one unit and reject it via the other; the outdoor and indoor units can swap functions. Water-source heat pumps are common in commercial applications and have multiple heat pumps tied into a water loop that tries to stay within a given temperature range via boilers and cooling towers. Ground-source or geothermal heat pumps pick up heat from the earth's stable temperature and are highly efficient, but they have high installation costs. Passive systems come in all sorts of varieties and reduce the HVAC system's loads but don't replace HVAC systems in North America. Mechanical systems consist of straight-cool (air conditioner with electric heat), furnaces (gas, propane, or oil combustion), or heat pump (reversible air conditioners) systems.   Have a question that you want us to answer on the podcast? Submit your questions at https://www.speakpipe.com/hvacschool. Purchase your tickets or learn more about the 7th Annual HVACR Training Symposium at https://hvacrschool.com/symposium. Subscribe to our podcast on your iPhone or Android. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our handy calculators here or on the HVAC School Mobile App for Apple and Android.

Hamilton's brilliant director Thomas Kail helps me wrap up the podcast with two thoughtful, insightful, and sweet episodes. Tommy is known as "The Architect" and I'm telling you, the guy lives up to the title and then some. This week T.Kail unpacks a lot of the HamilTen celebrations and how they came to be, including how they landed on the decision to release the Hamilfilm in movie theaters, his profound experience with the original cast reuniting for the Tony Awards, and Leslie Odom Jr.'s reprising Aaron Burr in Hamilton on Broadway.  Tommy also talks a lot about editing the Hamilton film (or as he calls it, his love letter to the original company) and how incredibly moving it was to watch it with them at the famous Delacorte Theater, under a full moon.  Plus, we gush about Freestyle Love Supreme and the episode ends on a very rare cliffhanger! I don't know if that's ever happened on the pod but I explain why at the end of the episode. It's nothing crazy, it's mostly a timing issue, but here we are! This episode was recorded in November of 2025 at WTF Media Studios in Manhattan and produced with Natalie Grillo from Any Moment Productions in collaboration with Meghan Miles. #124: Thomas Kail // Part One (2018) #125: Thomas Kail // Part Two (2018) #230: Jonah Moran // #HamilFilm Editor // Part One #231: Jonah Moran // #HamilFilm Editor // Part Two #232: Jonah Moran // #HamilFilm Editor // Part Three Freestyle Love Supreme Freestyle Love Supreme on The Hamilcast Moondrunk - "My Words" /// Gillian's Website The Hamilcast on TikTok The Hamilcast on Instagram Join the Patreon Peeps