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Decision fatigue is real. And it is stealing energy from your biggest moves. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why eliminating small daily choices can protect your focus, sharpen your execution, and help you operate at a higher level. Let's be real… If you wake up every morning debating what to wear… What to eat… When to work out… Or what task to attack first… You are wasting mental energy before the day even starts. In this episode, you'll learn: Why willpower is a limited daily resource How small decisions drain the energy needed for major business moves Why elite performance requires structure, routine, and automation How eliminating decision fatigue creates more clarity, focus, and execution The truth is simple: Your brain should not be wasted on meaningless decisions. It should be reserved for strategy. Leadership. Revenue. Problem solving. And the moves that actually grow the empire. High-level operators do not wing their day. They build systems. They automate the basics. They lock in the routine. They protect their cognitive bandwidth. Because when the small choices disappear… The big decisions get sharper. Stop negotiating with yourself every morning. Automate the basics. Protect your brain. Focus on the empire. And keep leveling up. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Through PIN–UP, the German-born, New York–based editor, curator, and founder Felix Burrichter continues to expand the possibilities of what an architecture magazine can be. He constructs intuitive bridges between creative sectors—whether art, design, and music, or fashion, film, and food—and shows how the built environment shapes and responds to larger societal and cultural forces. Amid endlessly scrollable, algorithmically controlled digital feeds, PIN–UP remains committed as ever to a print-forward, human-led approach. 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of this self-described “magazine for architectural entertainment” and the launch of its 40th issue, a special edition devoted to the notion of “Independence”—a north star for Burrichter, who has long championed slower, more intentional forms of media rooted in curiosity, discovery, and pleasure. On the episode, Burrichter reflects on why he sees magazines as intimate dinner parties; how slowness and experimentation have become his publication's defining strengths; and why, despite our precarious present, he continues to strive toward utopia. Special thanks to our Season 13 presenting partner, L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts. Show notes: Felix Burrichter [00:50 ] PIN–UP Magazine [08:48] India Mahdavi [11:40] Alexandra Cunningham Cameron [14:35] Moriyama House by Ryue Nishizawa [20:34] PIN–UP Home [30:21] Jay Osgerby [34:12] Theaster Gates [34:12] Solange Knowles and Saint Heron [34:30] Solange's “Losing You” (2012) [35:21] Luther Vandross's “A House Is Not a Home” (1981) [47:18] KPF [50:55] Jop Van Bennekom and Gert Jonkers [50:55] Stephen Todd [51:44] Dylan Fracareta [51:44] Geoffrey Han [52:36] “Taking It Slow With Spencer Bailey” [52:56] Paulo Mendes da Rocha [55:30] Bijoy Jain [1:03:09] The Barbie Dreamhouse [1:03:27] “Isamu Noguchi: ‘I Am Not a Designer'” [1:06:03] Dozie Kanu [1:10:21] Ben Ganz [1:12:51] Travis Scott [1:17:18] Rana Toofanian
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/intentional/2 http://relay.fm/intentional/2 David Sparks and Chris Bailey Chris Bailey and David Sparks chat about the four essential parts of a useful AI system: the harness, context, memory, and reach. They also discuss Apple's recent WWDC announcements—including the new Siri AI. Chris Bailey and David Sparks chat about the four essential parts of a useful AI system: the harness, context, memory, and reach. They also discuss Apple's recent WWDC announcements—including the new Siri AI. clean 2785 Chris Bailey and David Sparks chat about the four essential parts of a useful AI system: the harness, context, memory, and reach. They also discuss Apple's recent WWDC announcements—including the new Siri AI. Links and Show Notes: Credits TheHosts David Sparks Chris Bailey The Editor Jim Metzendorf The Fixer Kerry Provanzano Support Intentional AI with a Relay Membership Submit Feedback Claude Claude Cowork ChatGPT OpenAI Codex Google Gemini What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)? - Model Context Protocol Wispr Flow (voice dictation) MacWhisper Todoist Health Auto Export Circle
How do the places we inhabit shape our sense of meaning, connection, and well-being?In this episode, Monica sits down with architect, author, and placemaker Dr. Phill Tabb for a wide-ranging conversation on the relationship between place, spirituality, and human flourishing. Together, they explore how thoughtful design, biophilia, ritual, awe, and sensory experience can help create environments that support deeper connections to ourselves, to one another, and to the natural world.The conversation also examines the role of mythology, storytelling, and creative practices in shaping our experience of place. From the symbolism embedded in communities and cities to the power of observation, sketching, and reflection, Phill shares insights drawn from decades of research and practice.Whether you're interested in design, wellness, spirituality, or the human need for belonging, this episode offers a thoughtful exploration of how place influences the way we live, feel, and connect.Show NotesWellness Architecture and Urban DesignSpiritual Wellness and the Built EnvironmentPlacemaking Through Myths, Experience and DrawingThin Places, Sacred Architecture, and Biophilic Patterns with Dr. Phill TabbPlace Drawing as a Sacred Practice by Phillip TabbAs Serenbe exhibition will show, architect Phill Tabb's art always starts with nature (ARTS ATL)Biophilia, placemaking, spiritual wellness, thin places, architecture, wellness design, nature connection, awe, ritual, human flourishing, sense of place, mythology, storytelling, community design, biophilic design, creativity, drawing, journaling, mindfulness, well-being, environmental psychology, sacred spaces, intentional living, place attachment, connection to nature, personal growth, reflective practice, healthy communities, design for wellness, meaning and purposeBiophilic Solutions is available wherever you get podcasts. Please listen, follow, and give us a five-star review. Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn and learn more on our website. #NatureHasTheAnswers
Almost two years ago, I heard 10-time Moth GrandSLAM winner and novelist Matthew Dicks share his storytelling secrets on the Knowledge Project Podcast with Shane Parrish. Then, I listened to entire the 2-hour podcast again, it was that good! I've now listened to this interview three times!I wanted to share 3 storytelling tips from the episode to help you craft compelling stories for your MBA applications.TopicsIntroduction (0:00)Story is Change over Time (3:00)The Architecture of Story: How to Structure your Stories (12:45)Beginnings: Give Them a Reason to Listen (15:10)How to Maintain Interest: Stakes, Suspense, Surprise (17:00)Summarizing Key Takeaways (22:30)Show NotesThe Knowledge Project Podcast: How to Become a Master Storyteller (and IMPOSSIBLE to Ignore)Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life through the Power of Storytelling by Matthew DicksStories Sell: Storyworthy Strategies to Grow Your Business and Brand by Matthew Dicks#113 Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*tResources for MBA ApplicantsGet free school selection help at Touch MBAGet pre-assessed by top international MBA programsJoin our Admissions Edge Course & CommunityOur favorite MBA application tools (after advising 4,000 applicants)
Architect Ben Kasdan and I explore the ethos of design, the importance of “innovation through experience,” and why architecture should be viewed as a living organism rather than a machine. Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. TimberTech – Real wood beauty without the upkeep Shelter Republic – Request your membership invitation Innovation vs. Practicality: The discussion begins with the idea of innovative design, citing Frank Gehry’s Walt Disney Concert Hall. While the building faced initial criticism for a “glare” issue from its steel facade, its true innovation lies in the acoustic experience and its purpose as a “living room for the city”. Architecture as an Organism: Challenging Le Corbusier's famous “machine for living” concept, Ben suggests that buildings are more like living organisms that must be nurtured, maintained, and allowed to evolve. The “Ideas” Lab: Ben's firm, KTGY, operates a dedicated R&D studio that explores “outside the lane” concepts—like 3D-printed modular housing and solutions for homelessness—without the immediate constraints of budgets or specific client demands. Designing for the Inhabitants: A significant portion of the work focuses on student and senior housing. Ben emphasizes that while these spaces are often transient, they must be designed to support the mental, physical, and intellectual well-being of the people living there. Architectural “Grafting”: Instead of the common practice of demolition, the conversation touches on the value of “grafting” or repurposing older structures, preserving their emotional and historical significance while adapting them for new use. KTGY Architecture + Planning: The firm where Ben Kasdan is a principal, known for its diverse housing typologies. KTGY Website Walt Disney Concert Hall: Referenced as a prime example of experience-driven innovation in Los Angeles. LA Phil – Walt Disney Concert Hall The Broad: Mentioned in the context of downtown LA’s architectural landscape and public perception. The Broad Museum Frank Lloyd Wright's Price Tower: Discussed as a structure that, while visually extraordinary, struggled with functional longevity. Price Tower Arts Center Marin County Civic Center: Cited as an early inspiration for Ben, showcasing how a building’s unique form can evoke a powerful emotional response. Marin County Civic Center
Send us a note about this episode. We'll reply and thank you on a future episodeEvery communications campaign you have ever built had a choice architecture inside it. The order you sequenced your calls to action. The option you listed first in a petition. The default you set in an employee survey. The way you structured a crisis response. You made all of those decisions. Some of them deliberately. Most of them by instinct, habit, or convention. And the difference between those two things, between deliberate design and accidental design, is the difference between a campaign that moves people and one that wonders why nobody moved. This episode was recorded live on stage at the IABC World Conference in Toronto on June 14th, 2026, in front of an audience of communications professionals from around the world. Listen For4:20 What Choice Architecture Means5:52 The Default Effect6:50 Printer Defaults Example8:15 Removing Friction from Sign-Ups9:31 The EAST Framework Guest: Ann-Marie BlakeWebsite | True Website | LinkedInDougSubstack | Website | LinkedIn Are you a brand with a podcast that needs support? Book a meeting with Doug Downs to talk about it.Apply to be a guest on the podcastConnect with usLinkedIn | X | Instagram | You Tube | Facebook | Threads | Bluesky | PinterestSupport the show
What's the first thing you do when you want to take a trip? Look through Instagram to find things to do? Or Yelp for restaurants that serve local cuisine? Today travelers can follow social media influencers and websites that promise to give you an insider's look at places to stay or the best discounted hotel rates. But for Black travelers in the Jim Crow era through the 1960s, it wasn't easy to find places to eat or stay overnight. In this episode, we are going to talk about two national guides for Black travelers, both published beginning in the 1930s, and places that were included from New London, Connecticut. Our guests, Nicole Thomas and Tom Schuch, are part of the team that produced the New London Black Heritage Trail, designated as one of 20 Connecticut History Gamechangers by Connecticut Explored magazine in 2022. Nicole Thomas was born and raised in New London. She is the Assistant Site Administrator at the Hempstead Houses Museum for Connecticut Landmarks and is instrumental in the interpretation of the life of Adm Jackson who was enslaved at the Hempstead Houses. You can hear that story on Grating the Nutmeg episode #175 Sleeping with the Ancestors with author Joe McGill. Tom Schuch is a New London native and a graduate of Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. He has a special interest in forgotten local history. This interest led to the discovery of several of the New London Green Book sites, as well as other sites that are now part of the New London Black Heritage Trail. Tom was featured on Grating the Nutmeg episode #149 New London and the Middle Passage. Be sure to go to the Connecticut Landmarks website to plan your visit to the Hempstead Houses. Learn about the mid-20th century Green Book guides that Black Americans used to find welcoming lodging and other services whether traveling for work or pleasure on Preservation Connecticut's website Architecture of the Green book in Connecticut: https://preservationct.org/architecture-of-the-green-book-in-connecticut And find Tom Schuch's blog All Schuch Up on Substack.com To see the Green books, visit https://www.nypl.org/blog/2015/03/24/schomburg-treasures-green-book To listen to Nicole and Tom's other Grating the Nutmeg episodes. Visit: https://gratingthenutmeg.libsyn.com/175-sleeping-with-the-ancestors-in-connecticut https://gratingthenutmeg.libsyn.com/149-the-middle-passage-west-africa-to-connecticut Grating the Nutmeg is partnering with Preservation Connecticut to bring you summer and fall episodes on saving historic barns, New London sites found in the historic Green Book guide for black travelers, Mid-Century Modern architecture, and sites that reveal the state's LGBTQ+ history. Connecticut's historic places matter! Visit Preservation Connecticut's website to learnmore and become a member at https://preservationct.org/ ----------------------- This episode of Grating the Nutmeg was produced by Mary Donohue and engineered by Patrick O'Sullivan at www.highwattagemedia.com/ Follow Grating the Nutmeg on Facebook and Instagram. Follow executive producer Mary Donohue on Facebook and Instagram at West Hartford Town Historian. Join us in two weeks for our next episode of Grating the Nutmeg, the podcast of Connecticut history. Thank you for listening!
In this episode of Architecture, Design & Photography, Trent Bell sits down with architect and author Danish Kurani to discuss his latest book, The Spaces That Make Us: Why Design Is Broken and How We Can Create a Happier, Healthier World. Trent and Danish explore the powerful ways architecture and environmental design shape our psychology, behavior, relationships, and overall well-being. From the spaces we grow up in to the cities we move through every day, the discuss how thoughtful design can influence how we connect, feel, and live. The Spaces That Make Us: Why Design Is Broken and How We Can Create a Happier, Healthier World: https://www.amazon.com/Spaces-That-Make-Us-Healthier/dp/1400249120 About Danish Kurani: Danish Kurani sees how buildings are failing to nourish people. After witnessing how poorly designed environments hold back people across the globe – from the middle of Manhattan to villages in India – he's made it his mission to remake architecture for human flourishing. His groundbreaking designs for New York City, Google, and communities on four continents prove that thoughtful architecture can unlock human potential. Named one of the World's Most Innovative Architects by Fast Company, Kurani has pioneered a human-centered approach that's transforming lives worldwide. His work spans from floating homes in disaster-prone areas to schools in informal settlements, always focusing on one question: how can architecture solve our most pressing social challenges? A Harvard-trained architect and urban designer, Kurani's architectural ideas have been shared at leading institutions including Stanford, MIT, Harvard, and Columbia, and featured in TIME, World Economic Forum, and the Wall Street Journal. National governments recognize him as a leading voice in social impact architecture – not because he builds beautiful buildings, but because he builds spaces that work for real people. More from Danish Kurani: Website - https://danishkurani.com Architecture Website: https://kurani.us/ LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/danishkurani More from us: Website: www.adppodcast.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/adppod_
On this episode, Molly Page, @mollypg on instagram, talks about her project visiting all of the branches of the Chicago Public Library, how her writing is how she first fell in love with words, and how adaptations drive most of her reading decisions. We also talk a lot about Chicago and how amazing it is to be a reader in the city! 100 Things to Do in Chicago Before You Die Books mentioned in this episode: What Betsy's reading: Lost Lambs by Madeline Cash Rental House by Weike Wang Books Highlighted by Molly: Trust by Hernan Diaz The Need by Helen Phillips Don't Go: Stories of Segregation and How to Disrupt It by Tonika Lewis Johnson and Maria Krysan Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore Lilian Boxfish Takes a Walk by Kathleen Rooney Starter Villain by John Scalzi Yearbook by Seth Rogan Who is This City For?: Architecture, Equity, and the Public Realm in Chicago by Blair Kamin & Lee Bey All books available on my Bookshop.org episode page. Other books mentioned in this episode: The Odyssey by Homer, trans. Emily Wilson A Visit from the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman All This and More by Peng Shepherd Hum by Helen Phillips
https://clearmeasure.com/developers/forums/ Erik Darling makes your database faster in exchange for money. He is a DBA, developer, and architect with a track record of tackling even the most challenging of technical issues. He runs a SQL Server Consulting and Coaching practice. In addition to his consulting services, he is also passionate about blogging, training, and contributing to open-source projects that help with SQL Server troubleshooting. He's given many public speaking engagements on the topic at conferences and events around the world, like PASS Summit and SQLBits. Website - https://erikdarling.com/ Twitter - https://x.com/erikdarlingdata Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ErikDarlingData LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/darling-data/ LinkedIn 2 - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-darling-data/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@darling.data BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/erikdarling.com Trainings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeYBdghaIjc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=df-l2PxUidI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uikbtpVZS2s https://db.cs.cmu.edu/seminar2022/ Previous Guest on the Azure DevOps Podcast: Episode 315 – Erik Darling: Database Technical Debt Want to Learn More? Visit AzureDevOps.Show for show notes and additional episodes.
A hospital addition does more than just expand and refresh a campus—it can improve wayfinding, make room for new spaces, and prompt a broader rethink of how the environment supports patients, visitors, and staff both operationally and emotionally. We spoke with BWBR Principal Jason Nordling about the Avera McKennan Hospital Women's and Children's Inpatient Addition and Remodel, an exciting project that highlights the complexity, collaboration, and powerful opportunities involved in expanding these services.If you like what we are doing with our podcasts please subscribe and leave us a review!You can also connect with us on any of our social media sites!https://www.facebook.com/BWBRsolutionshttps://twitter.com/BWBRhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/bwbr-architects/https://www.bwbr.com/side-of-design-podcast/
What if the smartest move on your road to FI isn't buying a bigger house, but shrinking the footprint, clearing the clutter, and finally designing a life that actually fits? In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Susanka, the architect behind the bestselling "Not So Big House" movement. We talk about what happens when you stop building for appearances and start building for how you really live. Sarah shares how growing up in England, then landing in car-centric suburban Los Angeles made her question why Americans kept buying "hamburger bun but no hamburger" houses full of unused rooms. This episode covers: Sarah Susanka's origin story and how suburbia pushed her toward architecture The difference between building bigger and building better Why unused rooms are the housing version of lifestyle bloat - How right-sizing a home parallels right-sizing a life The design power of light, ceiling height, flow, and multi-use space How small architectural moves can create huge changes in mood and function Why old thought patterns can clutter a life just like unused rooms clutter a house The connection between beauty, sustainability, and building things that last How Bill used Sarah's ideas in his own home design and life redesign Why intentional design matters even more for late starters making a reset spaces. . === SUPPORT THE SHOW ===
682. Seth Pevey, part 2 of our conversation with Seth Pevey, who writes mystery fiction. Born in Louisiana, Seth spent many years working as a teacher and journalist in Asia before returning to his roots. He now writes fiction and non-fiction from his country home outside of New Orleans, drawing deep inspiration from the local landscape to craft rich, noir-infused Southern Gothic. This is his gritty, New Orleans-based crime fiction series following the ongoing adventures of Felix Herbert and a seasoned police detective named Melançon. The Krewe (2018) Roots of Misfortune (2019) The Witness Tree (2019) Casket Girls (2020) Uptown Blues (2021) Now available: Liberty in Louisiana: A Comedy. The oldest play about Louisiana, author James Workman wrote it as a celebration of the Louisiana Purchase. Now it is back in print for the first time in 222 years. Order your copy today! This week in the Louisiana Anthology. The Axman of New Orleans. 'Undoubtedly, you Orleanians think of me as a most horrible murderer, which I am, but I could be worse if I wanted to. If I wished to I could pay a visit to your city every night. At will I could slay thousands of your best citizens, for I am in close relationship with the Angel of Death. 'Now, to be exact, at 12:15 o'clock (earthly time) on next Tuesday night, I am going to pass over New Orleans. In my infinite mercy, I am going to make a little proposition to the people. Here it is: 'I am very fond of jazz music, and I swear by all the devils in the nether regions, that every person shall be spared in whose home a jazz band is in full swing at the time I have just mentioned. If everyone has a jazz band going, well, then, so much the better for the people. One thing is certain and that is some of those persons who do not jazz it on Tuesday night (if there be any), will get the ax. This week in Louisiana history. June 12, 1912. Allen Parish formed from part of old Calcasieu. This week in New Orleans history. June 12, 1917: The city officially closed Storyville, the legally sanctioned red-light district, following pressure from the U.S. Navy during World War I. This week in Louisiana. Breakaway Camp at Tall Timbers June 15-19 Tall Timbers Baptist Conference Center 10218 Hwy 165 South Forest Hill, LA 71430 Website: talltimbersbcc.org Breakaway Camp is a week‑long youth camp held at Tall Timbers in Forest Hill, offering students a chance to grow spiritually, build friendships, and take part in a full schedule of worship, recreation, and small‑group activities: Worship & Teaching: Daily services led by camp pastors and worship bands. Outdoor Activities: Recreation fields, lakefront activities, and team challenges. Community & Growth: Small‑group sessions, leadership development, and evening gatherings. Postcards from Louisiana. Doreen. Medley. Listen on Apple Podcasts. Listen on audible. Listen on Spotify. Listen on TuneIn. Listen on iHeartRadio. The Louisiana Anthology Home Page. Like us on Facebook.
In a fast-paced city like New York, where architectural trends shift by the season, what does it mean to build something that truly lasts?In this episode, we sit down with Carlos Saavedra, Co-Founder and Principal of ECKSTRØM, a Brooklyn-based townhouse development atelier dedicated to the restoration and reinvention of historic properties. Carlos and his team operate on a powerful, defiant premise: Crafted, Not Replicated. Architecture with permanence, not momentum.Tune in as we unpack ECKSTRØM's unique methodology, exploring how they seamlessly integrate deep architectural rigor with behavioral intelligence. We dive into the philosophy of developing physical structure and human experience as a single discipline, the art of honoring historic New York craftsmanship, and how bringing a design-led perspective to real estate development allows them to execute projects with uncompromised quality from acquisition to final detail.
Depuis 2021, grâce à l'Institut pour un design soutenable la beauté des nouveaux matériaux tout juste inventés par les designers francais qui garantissent dès la conception que leur design savait revenir à Terre, en ajoutant aucun élément rémanent a été révélé !Apres 5 ans et 3 biennales (@batirvivant_biennale), des milliers de visiteurs et surtout les grands prescripteurs et donneurs d'ordre savent qu'il est possible de faire du soutenable sans impasse sur le beau. L'idée reçue selon laquelle « plus c'est soutenable, plus c'est moche » a été renversée
PFC is back, and we are excited to share some fun episodes with you this summer. Tune in to hear about Jackson's passion for bees, Brent's for moldings, and Richard sharing everything that has been keeping him busy (as a bee). Plus, when you join us on Patreon, you'll get to hear Brent share about working on Barbra Streisand's home.
Jonathan Tuckey founded his design practice in 2000 having previously worked for David Chipperfield Architects and Fletcher Priest Architects. He has long been one of the UK's leading advocates for remodelling and radically transforming old buildings for modern uses.The podcast is supported this week by Velux, and features a short pre-reel interview with Thomas Vonier — architect and former president of the International Union of Architects. th UIA is assembling in Barcelona this month for the World Congress of Architects, which Velux are also supporting. Jonathan's episode begins around the 12 minute mark.Scaffold is an Architecture Foundation production, hosted by Matthew Blunderfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Passive House design and construction is a team sport. It requires effective strategies and cooperation, but also precision in the field and the ability to tweak and recalibrate systems once the building is complete. A robust envelope may be the superpower of Passive House construction, allowing for downsized mechanical systems, electrification, and reduced stress on the energy grid, but these benefits are only achieved if everything works as intended. In this episode, host Zack Semke shares selected clips of conversations from the Reimagine Collective. Featured speakers include Carmel Pratt of ZAZNRG and Passive House New York on post-occupancy data, Ed May of bldgtyp on modeling literacy, Skyler Swinford of Energy Systems Consulting with Lloyd Alter of Toronto Metropolitan University on refrigerants and water-based distribution, James Peterson of Petersen Engineering on heat pump water heaters, and Nick Nigro of Leggett McCall on what's next at the innovative and enormous Bunker Hill housing redevelopment project.The Reimagine Edit is a special series of the Passive House Podcast that shares curated insights from our Experts-In-Residence at the Reimagine Buildings Collective, our membership community of building professionals stepping up to tackle climate change. Learn more about the Reimagine Buildings Collective at https://www.reimaginebuildings.com.
Below Stairs London: Tracing Victorian Servant Life in Belgravia and MayfairHazel Baker guides listeners through surviving street-level traces of Victorian servant London—area steps and railings, coal-hole covers, bell systems, mews alleys, and service districts—showing how London's architecture encoded a rigid “upstairs/downstairs” hierarchy and enforced servant invisibility. Using census figures, she explains domestic service as Britain's largest employer of women, driven by coal soot, class display, and tax incentives against male servants, then outlines household ranks from butler and housekeeper to scullery maid and mews staff. She describes the physical toll of long days, the servant supply chain at Shepherd Market, mews history and later gentrification, and surviving examples including Hyde Park Gardens Mews, Belgravia Mews West's Star Pub, Bathurst Mews stables, and 18 Stafford Terrace (Sambourne House). She critiques period dramas for softening labor and highlights servants' documented sexual vulnerability and limited protections.00:00 161: Life Below Stairs00:12 Introduction01:55 The Scale of Servant London14:20 The Architecture of Invisibility17:02 Coal Holes & Bell Systems22:38 The Mews28:50 Shepherd Market33:23 A Day in the Life37:00 Downton Abbey vs. Reality40:04 Sexual Vulnerability & Structural Silence44:47 Why Did Servants Stay?46:32 18 Stafford Terrace48:54 The Dual City51:43 Outro & Related Episodes
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Have you ever looked at your relentless daily grind and wondered if there is a better, more authentic way to live?In this episode of Living The Good Life, host Kimberly Henrie sits down with lifestyle enthusiast, architect, and luxury real estate broker Greg Gunter. Greg shares his fascinating journey of trying to recreate the slow, romantic Italian lifestyle stateside in Colorado, before ultimately taking a massive leap of faith to move to Mexico at age 50.Now a 17-year resident of the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage city of San Miguel de Allende, Greg is the ultimate example of someone who didn't just dream of the good life—he's actively living it every single day. Tune in to discover how stepping outside your comfort zone can completely erase your stress, activate your passions, and introduce you to a vibrant global community.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The State-Side Experiment: How Greg spent his 40s building an award-winning Umbrian fattoria (farmhouse) in Grand Junction, Colorado, using authentic Italian antiques—and why beautiful architecture wasn't enough to fix a high-stress lifestyle.Leap and the Net Will Appear: Greg's inspiring story of moving to Mexico on the heels of the Great Recession without knowing a soul, speaking the language, or having a fallback plan—and how he went on to build a booming real estate brokerage for Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices brand.The Magic of San Miguel de Allende: Why this 500-year-old high-desert oasis has been named the #1 Small City in the World six different times by Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure.The "Four Cs" of Relocation: A breakdown of why expats flock to this cultural hub: Culture, Climate, Community, and Cost of Living.Ditching the Car for a Walkable Life: What it's like to live in a highly social, dense European-style village where your daily commute involves running into neighbors and pausing for impromptu Aztec street dances.Purpose Over Retirement: Why "living the good life" doesn't mean doing nothing. Greg explores the town's 120+ active non-profits, world-class bilingual writers' conferences, international film festivals, and thriving local wine district.Debunking the Safety Myth: The reality of safety and security within this protected cultural bubble.In Greg's Words:"I always tell people, 'You know, I'm not really selling real estate here, I'm selling a lifestyle. I don't sell sticks and bricks, it's the lifestyle that I'm selling here.'""We joke—people move to Miami to die, they move to San Miguel de Allende to live, 'cause it's such an active community."Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Greg's Personal & Resource Website: dreamprohomesluxury.comEmail Greg Directly: greg@gregorygunter.comCall Greg (Toll-Free from the US/Canada): 877-878-4141Pop Culture Mentions:Movie Recommendation: Once Upon a Time in Mexico (Filmed 99% on-location in San Miguel de Allende!)Disney's Coco (A beautiful representation of the Día de los Muertos traditions celebrated vividly in town)Join the conversation: Come hang out with us in the Living the Good Life Facebook community for:Episode previewsBonus contentGuest Q&A opportunitiesA community of people choosing to live with more intention and joyJoin the Living the Good Life FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LTGLCommunityEvery episode proudly sponsored by http://SwitchtoUSAMade.comContact Kimberly Henrie at https://livingthegoodlife.us/If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to leave a review or share it with someone who might need a little nudge toward their own version of the good life.
Décoration, design, création, savoir-faire, ces mots vous parlent ? Alors vous êtes au bon endroit...Victoria-Maria est une architecte d'intérieur et designer installée à Bruxelles et dont le style est remarquable ! On pourrait dire maximaliste, ce sont des intérieurs très décorés, qui mélangent - avec une méthode structurée et précise - les couleurs, les styles, les époques. Ses projets sont dans les plus beaux magazines de décoration et l'envers du décor est dans DECODEUR aujourd'hui !Ensemble on parle de sa passion pour les arts décoratifs et sa culture designses origines allemandessa façon de travailler sur les projetsson immense matériauthèque sa signature déco et ses inspirationsson amour pour la chine (mode et déco)sa réalité derrière Instagramce qu'elle trouve mocheson fabuleux dressing sa table et son diner idéal...Bonne écoute !Si ce podcast vous plait n'hésitez pas
Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Stuck in an Elevator: An Architect's Bold Pitch in Tel Aviv Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-06-12-07-38-19-he Story Transcript:He: בוקר אחד בקיץ, תמר נכנסה למעלית בגורד שחקים בלב תל אביב.En: One morning in the summer, Tamar entered the elevator in a skyscraper in the heart of Tel Aviv.He: היא הייתה בדרכה לעוד יום עבודה במשרד האדריכלים בו עבדה.En: She was on her way to another workday at the architecture firm where she worked.He: המעלית הייתה מרווחת ומודרנית, עם קירות זכוכית מהרצפה ועד התקרה.En: The elevator was spacious and modern, with glass walls from floor to ceiling.He: הנוף הפנורמי של קו הרקיע של תל אביב היה מרהיב.En: The panoramic view of Tel Aviv's skyline was breathtaking.He: לצידה במעלית עמד אריאל, איש עסקים מצליח ופופולרי.En: Beside her in the elevator stood Ariel, a successful and popular businessman.He: הוא היה לבוש בחליפה מחויטת ופניו הביעו ריכוז, כאילו היה עסוק במחשבות על יום העבודה לחוץ שממתין לו.En: He was dressed in a tailored suit, and his face expressed concentration, as if he were busy thinking about the busy workday that awaited him.He: תמר הביטטה באריאל והתלבטה.En: Tamar looked at Ariel and hesitated.He: היא שמעה עליו רבות וידעה שהוא המפתח להגשמת חלום הארכיטקטורה הגדול שלה.En: She had heard a lot about him and knew he was the key to fulfilling her big architectural dream.He: פרויקט על לוודא שהיא יכולה להוציא לפועל את הכישורים והרעיונות שלה בסגנון חדש ואמיץ יותר.En: A project to ensure she could execute her skills and ideas in a bolder and newer style.He: כשדלתות המעלית נסגרו והנוף התחיל להשתנות עם העלייה, תמר החלה להרגיש את פעימות ליבה מתחזקות ותורן החששות.En: As the elevator doors closed and the view began to change with the ascent, Tamar started to feel her heartbeat strengthen and her nerves rise.He: היא תהתה האם עליה לדבר אליו או האם להמתין להזדמנות אחרת.En: She wondered whether to speak to him or wait for another opportunity.He: פתאום, המעלית נעצרה בין קומות.En: Suddenly, the elevator stopped between floors.He: רעש קל נשמע, ותמר ואריאל הסתכלו זה על זה בתדהמה.En: A slight noise was heard, and Tamar and Ariel looked at each other in astonishment.He: אריאל חייך במבוכה ותמר מצאה את עצמה מזדהה איתו.En: Ariel smiled awkwardly, and Tamar found herself sympathizing with him.He: "כנראה שככה נראה יום ראשון טיפוסי," הוא חייך.En: "I guess this is what a typical Sunday looks like," he smiled.He: תמר החליטה שזהו הרגע המתאים.En: Tamar decided that this was the right moment.He: "שמעתי הרבה עליך," היא אמרה.En: "I've heard a lot about you," she said.He: "אני אדריכלית ויש לי פרויקט שאני חושבת שתמצא מעניין.En: "I am an architect, and I have a project that I think you'll find interesting."He: "אריאל הקשיב בסקרנות.En: Ariel listened with curiosity.He: "מה הרעיון שלך?En: "What's your idea?"He: " שאל.En: he asked.He: תמר תיארה בפרוטרוט את רעיונה לפרויקט חדשני של מבנה בר קיימא בעיר.En: Tamar described in detail her idea for an innovative sustainable building project in the city.He: היא דיברה בלהט על השילוב של טבע ועיר.En: She spoke passionately about the integration of nature and urban life.He: המעלית נשארה עומדת, אריאל הקשיב בקשב רב.En: The elevator remained stationary, and Ariel listened attentively.He: כשהמעלית חזרה לתנועה, אריאל הביט בה בהערכה.En: When the elevator resumed movement, Ariel looked at her with appreciation.He: "הרעיון שלך מעניין מאוד," אמר בהחלטיות.En: "Your idea is very interesting," he said decisively.He: "אני רוצה לשמוע יותר.En: "I want to hear more.He: אולי ניפגש לכוס קפה אחר הצהריים?En: Perhaps we could meet for coffee this afternoon?"He: "תמר חייכה בהקלה ואישור.En: Tamar smiled with relief and affirmation.He: כשהמעלית הגיעה לקומה שלה, היא יצאה עם תחושת גאווה ושביעות רצון.En: As the elevator reached her floor, she exited with a sense of pride and satisfaction.He: ההזדמנות שניצלה וההחלטה לשתף את מחשבותיה עודדו אותה.En: The opportunity she seized and the decision to share her thoughts encouraged her.He: אריאל, מחויך, הבין כמה חשוב לתת מקום לדור הצעיר ולאנשי חזון עם רעיונות חדשים ורעננים.En: Ariel, smiling, understood how important it was to give space to the younger generation and visionaries with fresh and new ideas. Vocabulary Words:elevator: מעליתskyscraper: גורד שחקיםspacious: מרווחתpanoramic: פנורמיskyline: קו הרקיעbreathtaking: מרהיבtailored: מחויטתconcentration: ריכוזhesitated: התלבטהarchitectural: ארכיטקטורהexecute: להוציא לפועלskills: כישוריםascent: העלייהheartbeat: פעימות ליבהnerves: תורן החששותopportunity: הזדמנותslight: קלastonishment: תדהמהawkwardly: במבוכהsympathizing: מזדההsustainable: בר קיימאintegration: השילובurban: עירattentively: בקשב רבappreciation: הערכהaffirmation: אישורpride: גאווהsatisfaction: שביעות רצוןvisionaries: אנשי חזוןfresh: רענניםBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.
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A2 THE SHOW #517Our next guest on A2 THE SHOW is Michel Kammoun, a Lebanese-French filmmaker and director best known for his award-winning feature film Falafel. From studying architecture in Lebanon to pursuing cinema in Paris, Michel has built a remarkable career driven by storytelling, creativity, and resilience.In this episode, Michel shares his filmmaking journey, the realities of creating cinema in Lebanon, the challenges of independent film financing, artistic burnout, the connection between architecture and cinema, and why passion continues to drive Lebanese filmmakers despite limited resources. We also explore the power of collaboration, maintaining creative vision, and how cinema transcends culture to connect humanity through shared experiences.
When Disneyland opened to the public in 1955, visionary engineers and designers transformed technologies of the postwar assembly line into extraordinary entertainment experiences. In his new book, "Disneyland and the Rise of Automation: How Technology Created the Happiest Place on Earth," Roland Betancourt examines how the Magic Kingdom introduced the world to the large-scale realities of industrial automation. The UC Irvine Chancellor's Professor of art history put seven years of archival research into a book that appeals to fans of Disney and popular culture as well as people interested in engineering and corporate histories. In this episode of The UC Irvine Podcast, Betancourt will discuss his unique journey from medievalist to authoritative voice on the technology powering the Happiest Place on Earth and connect 1950s anxieties about automation with today's concerns about artificial intelligence. Just in time for summer, he'll tell us what we shouldn't miss the next time we visit the theme park, and he'll share why he's enthused to return to teaching the class he created – Disneyland: Art, Architecture and Operation – this fall. “Inevitable Hope,” the music that introduces this episode, was provided by RKVC via the audio library in YouTube Studio. Betancourt recorded the various sounds from rides and attractions at Disneyland during a visit to the theme park.
Tartaria - The Olde World - Hidden in Plain Sight? Steve welcomes Brown_Dwarf to discuss the theory of Tartaria and Old World architecture hidden in plain sight here in the United States. Find Brown_Dwarf online at https://www.youtube.com/@browndwarf4200 or if you're in the Los Angeles area drop by his Sky's The Limit Smoke & Skate Shop located at 3925 E Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.
What if your life experiences aren't random, but part of a meticulously designed blueprint for your evolution?In Part 2 of this mind-expanding conversation on Mindset Mastery Moments, Dr. Alisa Whyte and Kris Land venture past the boundaries of the comfort zone. They dive into the deep waters of human consciousness, exploring soul contracts, karma, and the hidden energetic patterns that shape our daily reality.Drawing from his unique background as a high-level tech founder who transitioned into a spiritual explorer, Kris unpacks how to stop repeating painful cycles and start actively collaborating with the universe. This episode isn't here to tell you what to believe—it's designed to challenge how you perceive reality itself.What We DiscussThis conclusion to our two-part series bridges the gap between metaphysical truths and practical human existence:The Repetitive Loop: Why we attract the same relationships and challenges over and over, and how to break the cycle.The Architecture of Doubt: How fear and second-guessing act as energetic anchors keeping you stuck in old versions of yourself.Accessing "The Zone": The mechanics of conscious creation and stepping into a state of effortless flow.The Spiritual Founder: Why entrepreneurship is actually one of the ultimate vehicles for spiritual growth and self-discovery.The Purpose of Hardship: A revolutionary perspective on why your greatest struggles might be intentionally chosen for your soul's evolution.Awakening in the Ordinary: How to balance higher consciousness and spiritual awareness while navigating the demands of everyday human life.Exclusive Resources for ListenersContinue your exploration of human consciousness and access foundational materials to awaken your inner potential:Free Resource: Explore exclusive tools, deep-dives, and content based on the framework of The Infinity Within at theinfinitywithin.me.Connect with Kris LandLinkedIn: Connect with KrisFacebook Community: The Infinity Within Facebook Page"Your soul didn't come here for a comfortable vacation; it came for evolution. Every challenge is just a custom-tailored classroom."Send us Fan MailSupport the show
Alors que le pape Léon XIV célèbre la messe au sein de la Sagrada Familia de Barcelone, nous évoquons la trajectoire singulière de l'architecte mort il y a 100 ans : Gaudi.Écoutez l'incroyable histoire d'Antoni Gaudí, l'architecte visionnaire derrière la célèbre Sagrada Familia de Barcelone. Né dans une famille de chaudronniers, ce jeune homme chétif a su développer un talent exceptionnel pour l'architecture, mêlant influences religieuses, naturalistes et modernistes. De la conception des vitraux aux arcs-boutants de pierre, Gaudí a laissé une empreinte unique sur la Sagrada Familia, son chef-d'œuvre inachevé. Retracez avec Franck Ferrand le parcours singulier de cet artiste tourmenté, qui a consacré sa vie à cette cathédrale devenue symbole de la Catalogne. Des débuts modestes aux commandes prestigieuses, en passant par les drames personnels et la reconnaissance tardive, découvrez comment Gaudí a réussi à forger une œuvre monumentale et atemporelle. Suivez les derniers jours de cet homme de foi, qui a fini par être confondu avec un mendiant sur les rails du tramway avant de s'éteindre dans la pauvreté. Plongez dans l'univers fascinant de ce génie de l'architecture, qui a réussi à marier la beauté de la nature et la puissance de la religion catholique. Une véritable odyssée à travers le Barcelone du début du XXe siècle, à ne pas manquer !Plongez dans l'histoire des grands personnages et des évènements marquants qui ont façonné notre monde ! Avec enthousiasme et talent, Franck Ferrand vous révèle les coulisses de l'histoire avec un grand H, entre mystères, secrets et épisodes méconnus : un cadeau pour les amoureux du passé, de la préhistoire à l'histoire contemporaine.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
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MinistryWatch has long been a proponent of what some call the “New Paradigm” of missions. This New Paradigm has several components, but at its core is the notion that well-trained indigenous missionaries are better positioned to evangelize their neighbors than American missionaries who come from thousands of miles away with little knowledge of the language or culture of the people they hope to evangelize. The Institute for Great Commission Research (IGCR) at California Baptist University recently released “Missional Imagination: How the Next Generation Understands Missions.” Among the “top line” findings of this landmark study is this: “Supporting local Christians in their context is seen as the most trusted model of missions.” The study continued, “This preference reflects a strong concern for cultural legitimacy, partnership, and long-term witness, and signals a shift away from models centered on external control, short-term intervention, or visibility.” The man who led that study is my guest today. Dr. Matthew Niermann serves as Professor of Architecture and Associate Dean of the College of Architecture, Visual Arts & Design at California Baptist University. Niermann serves as a director of the Lausanne Movement and editor of the State of the Great Commission Report prepared for the 4th Global Congress in Seoul, Korea in 2024. Niermann holds a Ph.D. in Architectural Design from the University of Michigan, M.A. Apologetics from BIOLA, M.A. Theology and Th.M. of Missiology from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. I'm your host Warren Smith. Until next time, may God bless you.
“Architecture should bring a true sensation of wellbeing. We were really lucky to experience that as children, and now as architects, we try to bring all that we learned into our practice.”Salwa and Selma Mikou are the founders of Paris-based Mikou Architecture. Born in Fez, Morocco and educated in Paris, they have spent the last two decades reimagining the relationship between the built environment and the cultural landscape.After honing their craft under two of the world's most iconic architects, Jean Nouvel and Renzo Piano, they founded their own studio. For them, architecture is a living interaction with landscape and what they call the Atlas of Resonance, interpreting the hidden layers of a territory, geology, memory, and craft. It is a philosophy that rejects the generic, seeking instead to weave together technological innovation with local materials. Whether it is a mosque in the north of England or a hybrid innovation hub in a former royal manufactory, their work asks a fundamental question: How does space shape the way we think, learn and remember?They were selected by Rem Koolhaas to represent Morocco at the Venice Biennale. Most recently, they were commissioned by Hermès to create a 17,000-square-meter facility that bridges industrial performance with poetic expression. At the heart of their practice is a belief that architecture is not just about building—it's about shaping relationships: between people, between past and future, between technology and craft.(0:04) The Intuitive Knowledge of Living Art(4:24) The Medina and the Geometry of Childhood(8:18) The Social Spaces of Rooftops(13:46) The Intuitive Knowledge of Living Art(15:31) Contextual Echoes & Traces of the Site(19:18) The Twin Dynamic and Confrontation with 'l'autre'(26:42) The Temples of Water(33:24) The Mosque as Pure Spatiality(38:01) The Crisis Period and Structural Systems(48:24) Building Culture with Yves Saint Laurent & Pierre Bergé(51:38) The Wast ed-dar (وسط الدار) and the Heart of a Building(57:02) Preserving the Human Core of Expression(1:04:29) Urban Acupuncture in the Modern City(1:08:46) The Smells and Sounds of Home(1:10:02) Balance, Nature, and SisterhoodEpisode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
What type of AEC marketer are you? Are you the Eagle Eye, catching every compliance detail? The Octopus, juggling a dozen priorities at once? The Cheerleader, keeping your team motivated? Or maybe the MacGyver; the marketer who always finds a way to save the day?!In this special episode of The Shortlist, the entire Middle of Six team jumps on the podcast to discuss "The Marketers"—MO6's wildcard personalities that celebrate the strengths and superpowers that make AEC marketers so unique and invaluable. Through personal stories, shared experiences, and plenty of laughter, the team spills the tea on how these traits show up in their daily work and how to leverage these strengths without getting pigeonholed into certain roles.Listen in, see which character sounds most like you, and take the quiz at middleofsix.com/wildcards.
Grizz Griswold (Executive Producer of Global Programs & Content at FINOS) kicks off Season 6 of the Open Source in Finance Podcast with an absolute masterclass preview of OSFF London 2026. Discover how the global financial industry is shifting its focus from basic LLM experimentation to production-grade agentic safety, deterministic workflows, and cross-hyperscaler cloud controls.
Jason Fisher is an award-winning producer, former studio executive, and founder of StageRunner. As former Head of Production at Disney+, Paramount, AMC Networks, and First Look Media, Fisher oversaw production on prestige series such as Breaking Bad, Mad Men, The Mandalorian, and The Walking Dead and helped shape some of the most influential film and television projects of the past two decades. Originally from Connecticut, Jason graduated from Tulane University with degrees in Architecture and Fine Arts before driving cross-country to Los Angeles with dreams of becoming a production designer. This ultimately led him on an unexpected path from production assistant to freelance producer to one of Hollywood’s top production executives. Currently, Jason is the CEO and Founder of StageRunner, a rapidly growing global soundstage marketplace and media platform connecting more than 850 studios across six continents. StageRunner is also a growing media company providing daily coverage of the latest production news, virtual production infrastructure, and the AI technologies reshaping how content gets made. In this conversation, Jason reflects on his unlikely career path, the evolution of prestige television, and the forces reshaping the entertainment industry today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of The Truth In This Art, returning guest Megan Elcrat is back!About Megan Elcrat: Megan Elcrat is the founding principal of Present Company, a Baltimore-based architecture and design firm where she specializes in urban revitalization, adaptive reuse, and creative workspace design. She co-founded the innovative Co-Lab Baltimore co-working space in Old Goucher, which houses both an architecture firm and a design-focused bookstore. Her work is rooted in the belief that architecture is fundamentally about experience and place-making.We talk about her formative memories of her father's mathematics department office at Wichita State University—the chalkboards, terrazzo floors, and dark wood finishes that shaped her early understanding of how spaces create meaning. She discusses her hyper-local approach to architecture, working within walking distance of her office and building authentic relationships with neighbors, clients, and community partners like the Franciscan Center and Sophomore Coffee. She shares insights on adaptive reuse—the art of giving historic buildings new life while preserving their essence—and how her firm approaches projects by asking what experience people want to have in a space.Elcrat reveals details about her work on Station North's North Avenue Market, reconnecting the north and south halves of the building through arcades to create a multi-use cultural hub with storefronts, studios, and food and beverage spaces. She discusses co-owning the Laverne nightclub with Catherine Borg and Ami Dang as part of the Neon Eon complex, emphasizing cultural preservation—not just preserving facades, but preserving how spaces made people feel. She introduces the concept of dancing and physical movement as the purest form of joy and why bringing people together in person still matters.We also talk about her collaboration with artist collective Wickerham/Lomax on the Soft Gym installation at the Y-Not Lot as part of Inviting Light, the importance of avoiding design trends like "gentrification gray," the value of having fun in architecture, and why she believes authenticity and human connection are more important than expanding for expansion's sake in an increasingly digital world.Photo courtesy of subject. The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore). Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcastThe Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★
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This week, David and Marina have a casual chat about architecture projects: Copenhagen's new tower, LACMA by Zumthor, OMA's New Museum extension, unoccupied buildings by famous architects, architecture trends in school, and more. This episode is supported by Chaos • Programa • Future London Academy SUBSCRIBE • Apple Podcasts • YouTube • Spotify CONNECT • Website: www.secondstudiopod.com • Office • Instagram • Facebook • Call or text questions to 213-222-6950 SUPPORT Leave a review EPISODE CATEGORIES • Interviews: Interviews with industry leaders. • Project Companion: Informative talks for clients. • Fellow Designer: Tips for designers. • After Hours: Casual conversations about everyday life. • Design Reviews: Reviews of creative projects and buildings. The views, opinions, or beliefs expressed by Sponsee or Sponsee's guests on the Sponsored Podcast Episodes do not reflect the views, opinions, or beliefs of Sponsor.
Reclaiming Colonial Architecture (Routledge, 2024) explores the built inheritance of colonialism and considers how architects, heritage practitioners, students, communities, and activists might narrate, care for, transform, or challenge them today. Awarded the SAHGB's Colvin Medal in 2025, the book draws on a variety of authors to combine historical context with thematically organised case studies across urban and architectural scales. This interview was conducted by Matthew Wells, Senior Lecturer in Architectural History at the University of Manchester. His research explores nineteenth-century European architecture, focusing on artistic techniques, technology, and political economy. Wells is the author of Modelling the Metropolis: The Architectural Model in Victorian London (2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
In this episode of the Passive House Podcast, Mary James and Ilka Cassidy speak with Joel Callow, building physicist and founding director of UK consultancy Beyond Carbon, about scaling certified Passive House delivery in London. Callow explains the firm's focus on whole life carbon, compact building forms, overheating avoidance, and early-stage design input, and notes the team has grown to 12 people with recruitment challenges as UK training ramps up via the Passive House Trust. He describes Beyond Carbon's role in helping major developer Barratt adopt Passive House—through lobbying, 12–18 months of R&D, and cost and constructability work—leading to thousands of units in the pipeline and an estimated 15–20,000 London dwellings in progress.https://www.beyondcarbon.uk/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.
Ahead of its historic world premiere at the Tribeca Festival, we sat down with filmmaker Meriem Sakrouhi—the powerhouse director, producer, editor, and co-cinematographer behind the short documentary Mon Taxi. Making history as the first Moroccan short film in over two decades to be officially selected for Tribeca , Mon Taxi is a deeply intimate, 8-minute exploration of grief, migration, memory, and connection. In this episode, Meriem opens up about the moving reality behind the project:The Meaning of "Mon Taxi": The sweet, private family joke that gave the film its title. Architecture to Cinema: How her background as a Moroccan architect shapes her visual storytelling and framing of emotion on the streets of New York. Creative Vulnerability: The emotional process of turning raw, deeply personal moments into a public work of art. This conversation dives deep into the human need to keep speaking across impossible distances. Press play to hear the full story behind one of the festival's most compelling breakouts. Connect with the Film:Instagram: @montaxifilm & @meriemsak Website: montaxifilm.com Connect with UsInstagram: @lastshotmediagroupFacebook: Last Shot Media GroupTribeca Film Festival Coverage:Articles/Reviews/SchedulesLSMG Quick Links/Coverage
Reclaiming Colonial Architecture (Routledge, 2024) explores the built inheritance of colonialism and considers how architects, heritage practitioners, students, communities, and activists might narrate, care for, transform, or challenge them today. Awarded the SAHGB's Colvin Medal in 2025, the book draws on a variety of authors to combine historical context with thematically organised case studies across urban and architectural scales. This interview was conducted by Matthew Wells, Senior Lecturer in Architectural History at the University of Manchester. His research explores nineteenth-century European architecture, focusing on artistic techniques, technology, and political economy. Wells is the author of Modelling the Metropolis: The Architectural Model in Victorian London (2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/caribbean-studies
End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework If you have ever felt uneasy talking about fees, you are not alone—and that silence may be costing you more than you think. In this episode, Rion Willard explores why pricing sits underneath many of the stress points in an architecture practice, from cash pressure to burnout and the wrong clients. You will hear why "doing great work" is not a pricing strategy, and how a firm can drift into a cycle of undercharging, overdelivering, and thin margins without realizing it. Rion also reframes money as a form of agency and explains what changes when you treat fees as a business system, not a guess, and why small shifts can create outsized leverage. He then lays out a practical framework for premium pricing and hints at the habits that make it work in real firms. If you want more breathing room, stronger teams, and better choices, start here right now. The quiet reason clients "suddenly" fixate on price—and how to stop that game before it starts. The one missing piece that makes fee confidence feel impossible, even when your work is strong. A simple way to tell if your firm is financially healthy—without looking at profit alone.
In this message, Dan Weber traces the profound structural shift of God's dwelling place across scripture—moving from the physical boundaries of the wilderness tabernacle and Solomon's temple to a living, breathing sanctuary. By looking at the audacious worship of David and the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, we discover that the veil has been permanently torn. God is no longer contained within buildings made by human hands; instead, He has designed the human heart to be His permanent residence, inviting us into a daily, unhindered relationship with Him.
Salwa and Selma Mikou are the founders of Paris-based Mikou Architecture. Born in Fez, Morocco and educated in Paris, they have spent the last two decades reimagining the relationship between the built environment and the cultural landscape.After honing their craft under two of the world's most iconic architects, Jean Nouvel and Renzo Piano, they founded their own studio. For them, architecture is a living interaction with landscape and what they call the Atlas of Resonance, interpreting the hidden layers of a territory, geology, memory, and craft. It is a philosophy that rejects the generic, seeking instead to weave together technological innovation with local materials. Whether it is a mosque in the north of England or a hybrid innovation hub in a former royal manufactory, their work asks a fundamental question: How does space shape the way we think, learn and remember? They were selected by Rem Koolhaas to represent Morocco at the Venice Biennale. Most recently, they were commissioned by Hermès to create a 17,000-square-meter facility that bridges industrial performance with poetic expression. At the heart of their practice is a belief that architecture is not just about building—it's about shaping relationships: between people, between past and future, between technology and craft.(0:03) Architecture as a Living Transformation(1:42) The Intuitive Knowledge of Living Art(2:20) Preserving the Human Core of Expression(3:14) The Medina and the Geometry of Childhood(6:35) The Social Spaces of Rooftops(8:27) The Twin Dynamic and Confrontation with 'l'autre'(10:21) Contextual Echoes & Traces of the Site(12:12) The Temples of Water(13:15) The Mosque as Pure Spatiality(15:49) Building Culture with Yves Saint Laurent & Pierre Bergé(16:57) The Wast ed-dar (وسط الدار) and the Heart of a Building(18:31) The Smells and Sounds of Home(19:44) Balance, Nature, and SisterhoodEpisode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
You have created a new baseline for managing your stress. If you frequently find yourself finishing your week feeling mentally fragmented, scattered, or stuck on an emotional rollercoaster between high-alert stress and total burnout, your system is missing integration. In this final session, we dive into the advanced science of neuro-somatic synthesis and introduce Somatic Stacking—layering postural alignment, the Pran Mudra, and Root Chakra grounding simultaneously to instantly drop cortisol, lock out environmental noise, and restore a state of sharp, effortless daily execution. In This Episode, You'll Discover: The Cost of Fragmentation: The biological reason why juggling multiple roles splits your attention and keeps your nervous system chemically unbalanced. The Architecture of Somatic Stacking: How layering physical, energetic, and breath anchors simultaneously creates a powerful synergistic off-switch for stress. The Equilibrium Protocol: A guided 10-minute integrated meditation to completely stabilize your heart rate, stop energy leaks, and anchor your mind in sovereign peace. A Daily Message for Your Heart You are balancing a mountain of moving parts, steering a large vision, and anchoring the spaces you occupy. It is completely natural to feel scattered, like you are a collection of tasks and timelines rather than a whole soul. Today, remember that balance is not something you find by fixing everything in the outside world—balance is an internal posture you claim right here in the immediate present. You do not have to wait for the storm to stop to find your peace. By taking these ten minutes to stack your physical tools, you are gathering your scattered power back into your own hands. Let the affirmation 'My nervous system is steady, my body is safe, and I am entirely at peace' act as your absolute standard of stability today. You are doing an extraordinary job. This is day 7 of a 7-day meditation series, 3514-3520 Somatic Stress Relief. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY If you are tired of waking up already feeling overwhelmed, running on adrenaline, and dealing with that persistent background anxiety that makes it impossible to focus, you are in the exact right place. This week, we are stepping into a profound, 7-day somatic experience designed to pull you out of survival mode and return you to a state of calm, unshakeable power. We aren't just going to talk about peace; we are going to build it directly into your biology. Over the next seven days, we will layer powerful, science-backed tools—including ancient hand mudras like the Pran Mudra, deep rhythmic breathing protocols, target chakra alignments, and restorative physical resets—to train your body that it is safe to let go. Whether you are navigating a high-velocity career, balancing a mountain of daily demands, or simply trying to quiet an overactive mind before bed, this series is your ultimate biological reset button. Get ready to lower your cortisol, drop your shoulders, and reclaim your inner sovereignty. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE 30-SECOND COLD SPLASH At the end of your morning shower, turn the handle to cold for just 30 seconds. Alternatively, fill a bowl with ice water and submerge your face up to your temples for 10 seconds. MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Visualize yourself seated next to people who calm you. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "My body is safe, and I am at peace." DAY 3: THE EXTENDED EXHALE BREATHING TECHNIQUE Inhale through your nose for a count of 4, feeling your belly expand. Hold gently at the top for a count of 4. Exhale slowly through pursed lips (like breathing through a straw) for a count of 8. Repeat for 3 to 5 cycles to instantly lower your heart rate and drop cortisol levels. DAY 4: PRAN MUDRA (THE LIFE FORCE SEAL) This mudra acts like a grounding cord for a scattered, anxious mind while simultaneously replenishing drained energy reserves without overstimulating your system. How to do it: On both hands, bring the tips of your ring finger and pinky finger to touch the tip of your thumb. Keep your index and middle fingers extended straight out. Rest your hands on your lap, palms facing up. DAY 5: MULADHARA ROOT CHAKRA When the nervous system is overwhelmed, energy flies upward into a swirling vortex of overthinking. Dropping your awareness down to the Root Chakra—located at the base of your spine—anchors you. Visualize a rich, warm, steady crimson light grounding you deeply into the solid earth beneath you. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.
https://youtu.be/Zl79XkZdba0 (*Watch the YouTube version for MANY images! Releases June 5th)On today's episode of the Occult Symbolism and Pop Culture with Isaac Weishaupt podcast we're exploring the Backrooms! We're first going to discuss the concept of Liminal Spaces, where they've been depicted in pop culture films and shows, real life locations you've been to, and most importantly the occult ritual element of initiations using these spaces! We'll then discuss the internet history of what Backrooms are: Creepypasta and the concept of fiction manifesting into reality through hyperstition cyberspace! After all that we'll do a plot spoiling movie analysis of Kane Parsons new record breaking Backrooms film! I'll walk you through all the concepts I saw during my viewing which will include: Twin Peaks, (of course), underground initiation rituals, aliens, magick, all seeing eyes, crossing the Aleister Crowley and Jack Parsons Abyss, cannibalism, human furniture, Moonchild homunculus, Sam Altman, Carl Jung, Epstein, 4chan and the technofascist plan to retrocausally create AI gods from the HP Lovecraft Cthulhu Abyss!Free Feed YouTube video will release June 5th! https://youtu.be/Zl79XkZdba0Links:Longlegs Analysis- Occult Demons, NLP MKULTRA, Satanic Murders, Doll Magick & Twin Peaks!https://illuminatiwatcher.com/bonus-longlegs-analysis-occult-demons-nlp-mkultra-satanic-murders-doll-magick-twin-peaks/Wayfair Conspiracy Theories: Human Trafficking Furniture Camps KUBRICK Adrenochrome and Hollywood Movies!https://www.illuminatiwatcher.com/wayfair-conspiracy-theories-human-trafficking-furniture-camps-kubrick-adrenochrome-and-hollywood-moviesPortals Pt 1: Magick Gateways, Jungian Symbols & Pop Culture Portals EXPLAINED!https://illuminatiwatcher.com/portals-pt-1-magick-gateways-jungian-symbols-pop-culture-portals-explained/The Shining Decoded Pt 1: Conspiracies, Illuminati, MKULTRA & Project Monarch!https://illuminatiwatcher.com/the-shining-decoded-pt-1-conspiracies-illuminati-mkultra-project-monarch/FREE book, social medias, appearances & more: https://allmylinks.com/isaacw SUPPORTER FEEDS get bonus content AND go commercial free + other perks:*PATREON.com/IlluminatiWatcher : ad free, HUNDREDS of bonus shows, early access AND TWO OF MY BOOKS! (The Dark Path and Kubrick's Code); you can join the conversations with hundreds of other show supporters here: Patreon.com/IlluminatiWatcher (*Patreon is also NOW enabled to connect with Spotify! https://rb.gy/hcq13)*VIP SECTION: Due to the threat of censorship, I set up a Patreon-type system through MY OWN website! IIt's even setup the same: FREE ebooks, Kubrick's Code video! Sign up at: https://illuminatiwatcher.com/members-section/*APPLE PREMIUM: If you're on the Apple Podcasts app- just click the Premium button and you're in! NO more ads, Early Access, EVERY BONUS EPISODE WANT MORE PODCASTS?... Check out my UNCENSORED show with my wife, Breaking Social Norms where we discuss conspiracies, politics, relationships and more!: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/Merch, MushroominatiWatcher Coffee, shirts, signed books: https://occultsymbolism.com/Isaac's Link Tree with links to EVERYTHING: https://allmylinks.com/isaacw *STATEMENT: This show is full of Isaac's useless opinions and presented for entertainment purposes. Audio clips used in Fair Use and taken from YouTube videos.