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The Best of the Half-Assed Morning Show. Listen & subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Music. For more, visit https://www.93x.com/half-assed-morning-show/Follow the Half-Assed Morning Show:Twitter/X: @93XHAMSFacebook: @93XHAMSInstagram: @93XHAMSEmail the show: HAMS93X@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 10, and it's all about a game that changed my perspective on what or how games could be.Music Credits"Song of Storms" used under Creative Commons Attribution license.Provided by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GameChops⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coffee Date⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mastered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dj Cutman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Composed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Recorded Live from Bricks, London on Saturday 20th December 2025.

Recorded Live from Bricks, London on Saturday 20th December 2025.

Recorded Live from Bricks, London on Saturday 20th December 2025.

Recorded Live from Bricks, London on Saturday 20th December 2025.

Recorded Live from Bricks, London on Saturday 20th December 2025.

Recorded Live from Bricks, London on Saturday 20th December 2025.

Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 9, and it's all about the game that tells my favorite love story in gaming (not recorded, though it should have been: a special honorable mention to To The Moon).Music Credits"Song of Storms" used under Creative Commons Attribution license.Provided by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GameChops⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coffee Date⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mastered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dj Cutman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Composed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 8, and it's all about a game with which I connected on a deep level.Music Credits"Song of Storms" used under Creative Commons Attribution license.Provided by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GameChops⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coffee Date⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mastered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dj Cutman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Composed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 7, and it's all about the weirdest game that I absolutely adore.Music Credits"Song of Storms" used under Creative Commons Attribution license.Provided by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GameChops⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Coffee Date⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mastered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dj Cutman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Composed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

It's that time of year again, time to light the LEGO Christmas tree! I hope you ordered your LEGO this week so it can go under the tree! Celebrate Ninjago's anniversary at LEGOLAND and it's time for some Smart Play time. All that and more on this week's Bricking LEGO News!FOLLOW my YouTube channel: Back 2 BrickSet Review:  76458 Hogsmeade Village Collectors Edition Rebrickable Review: Fire Dragon Bust inspired by Smaug by Luke_a_ArtEmployee giftCMF 29LEGO Store openingNinjago at LEGOLANDNike basketball gameDesigner program island restockStar Wars smart playBatman game launch dateSpongebob 2026Bricka magazinePeppa Pig rumorsNYC tree lightinglast days to buy!Macy's saleThank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Jimmy Tucker, David, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block Shop, Steve Miles, David Support the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2025 The LEGO Group.

Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 6, and it's both the game that defined my 6th-gen gaming life (which landed in my late teens and early 20s for those following along) and a game I replayed countless times.Music Credits"Song of Storms" used under Creative Commons Attribution license.Provided by ⁠⁠⁠⁠GameChops⁠⁠⁠⁠Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Coffee Date⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mastered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dj Cutman⁠⁠⁠⁠Composed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

No living person has seen the actual original surface of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which was composed of crushed stone and tar. That is, until now. On this episode of Behind the Bricks, Doug Boles finds the track surface that was paved over in the fall of 1909, creating a powerful and overwhelming moment for everyone.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 5, a game that sparked my love for a genre.Music Credits"Song of Storms" used under Creative Commons Attribution license.Provided by ⁠⁠⁠⁠GameChops⁠⁠⁠⁠Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Coffee Date⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mastered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dj Cutman⁠⁠⁠⁠Composed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Welcome to Off the Bricks, poets and poetry lovers! This month, poet Donald Platt returns to share his newly released book of poetry, Tender Voyeur, published by Grid Books. Platt paints in poetry alongside the works of John Singer Sargent and other contemporaries in this 20 years in the making exploration of a Bisexual awakening. awakening.https://www.grid-books.org/donald-platt

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Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

'BradCast' 12/16/2025 (Bricks in the Wall) by Progressive Voices

Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 4, the 32/64-bit-era game of my adolescence.Listen tomorrow for Day 5, a game that sparked my love for a genre.Music Credits"Song of Storms" used under Creative Commons Attribution license.Provided by ⁠⁠⁠GameChops⁠⁠⁠Produced by ⁠⁠⁠Coffee Date⁠⁠⁠ Mastered by ⁠⁠⁠Dj Cutman⁠⁠⁠Composed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Ready to grow your property business without the hype? Start your free two-month membership trial with This Property Life today! https://bit.ly/this-propertylife-memebership——————————————————————In this episode of This Property Life, host Sarah Blaney speaks with Jake Colwill, an experienced property investor and developer based in Bristol. Jake shares how he and his partner Lucy have built a smart, sustainable property business by flipping properties to generate capital, which they then reinvest into high-quality HMOs in premium southern markets. What You'll Learn:How flipping properties can fuel long-term investment in high-value areas.Why Jake and Lucy focus on tight geographic areas and niche property types.Smart strategies for sourcing off-market deals through relationships and persistence.The mechanics of high-end HMO investing in Article 4 areas, including planning and valuation tips.How to build and maintain a scalable, sustainable property business with clear strategic focus.Timestamps[02:39] - The Origins of Their Strategy[06:03] - Freehold Blocks and Title Splits[09:22] - Sourcing Off-Market Deals[16:02] - Structuring Their Business[19:01] - What Makes a Premium HMO[22:01] - Valuations: Commercial vs. Bricks & Mortar[24:37] - Hold Strategy and Long-Term Thinking[27:36] - Building Momentum Through Niching[30:29] - Final Thoughts and Resilience in PropertyThis Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:Visit thispropertylife.co.uk for more resources, networking events, and industry insights.Follow Jake Colwill Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-colwill-1279b9104/?originalSubdomain=ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jake_colwill/LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/innova-property/Website (Company): https://www.innova-property.com/Follow This Property Life Podcast on Socials:Website:https://thispropertylife.co.uk/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/this-property-life-podcast/id1540075591 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ULlN2eRKWojGRAkiSa0mZ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtmPj98bC6swNuYRCaUGPUg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UFC arrives in AEC. And we're live from the AEC Octagon.In the very first episode of our brand-new Bricks & Bytes Debates series, we are trading PR statements for sparring gloves. We're putting two industry heavyweights head-to-head to battle out one of the hottest topics in construction: Has AI actually solved estimating?In this no-holds-barred contester series, our contenders took the gloves off to represent the extreme Bull and Bear cases for Artificial Intelligence:• In the Red Corner: Mike "Mighty" Powers (Co-Founder, BuildVision), arguing that LLMs have solved the extraction problem and the industry needs to embrace the "Waymo" era of automation.• In the Blue Corner: Luigi "The Stinger" La Corte (Co-Founder, Provision), arguing that estimating is more than just counting symbols - and that without 100% accuracy, AI is still just a student driver.Moderated by the referee of reason, Patric "Praying For Exits" Hellermann, this debate moves through three grueling rounds: - Round 1: The Tech. Can LLMs actually count and measure complex drawings, or are they just guessing? - Round 2: The Accuracy Gap. Is 80% accuracy "good enough" to change the industry, or is "trust but verify" just a nice way of saying "do it yourself"? - Round 3: The Liability. In a world of design-bid-build, who takes the fall when the AI misses a scope gap? Tune in to uncover:• The "Waymo" Strategy: Why waiting for perfect AI is a mistake, and how to leverage the "self-driving" mindset to reduce takeoff times by 90% today.• The Hidden Liability Loophole: Why architects and engineers could solve the estimating crisis instantly by sharing models—and the legal reason they never will.• Symbols vs. Language: Learn the fundamental technical limitation preventing LLMs from reading 2D drawings like a human, and when we can expect "Visual Language Models" to catch up.• The Subcontractor's Dilemma: Why "Design Intent" matters more than counting linear feet, and why subs might actually be wasting time on granular takeoffs.• A "Bribe" for Better Data: One listener's hilarious (but practical) suggestion for how to finally get the Revit model from the design team.Who will deliver the knockout punch? Tune in to decide for yourself.Chapters 00:00 Intro01:48 Introduction to Bricks and Bytes Debates 04:07 Opening Statements and Context Setting 06:51 Technical Feasibility of AI in Estimating 09:57 Practical Applications and Limitations of AI 12:59 Customer Expectations and Accuracy in AI Solutions 15:57 The Role of Human Oversight in AI Estimation 18:43 Future of AI in Construction Estimation 38:23 Navigating the Self-Driving Debate 41:19 The Evolution of AI in Estimating 43:32 Trust and Liability in Construction 46:13 The Role of Liability in AI Adoption 49:22 The Future of Estimators in AI 53:34 Rebuttals and Admissions: A Critical Discussion 59:39 The Current State of AI in Estimating

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As project managers, we spend a lot of time talking about tools, processes, and delivery frameworks—but far less time talking about the invisible structure that holds projects together: trust. In this Top Shelf Replay episode of Project Management Happy Hour, Kim Essendrup and Kate Anderson revisit one of the show's earliest and most enduring concepts: Trust Bricks. Originally recorded in 2018, this short but powerful episode explores how trust is built—not through grand gestures or heroic saves—but through consistent, everyday actions that compound over time. The core idea is simple: trust is predictability. When you repeatedly do what you say you'll do—whether that's sending meeting notes on time, honoring estimates, or showing up prepared—you lay one small Trust Brick at a time. Over weeks, months, and years, those bricks form a structure strong enough to withstand missed deadlines, bad news, or the occasional broken promise. Kim and Kate break down why Trust Bricks matter so much in project environments: Teams are more honest with you when they trust you Estimates improve when people believe they won't be punished for telling the truth Difficult conversations become easier when everyone believes you're on the same side Sponsors give you more latitude when your track record is consistent The conversation also explores what happens when trust breaks—and how the same Trust Brick approach can be used to rebuild credibility. Rather than trying to restore trust with a single "big win," the hosts argue that rebuilding starts small: partial deliverables, frequent check-ins, and deliberately meeting micro-commitments until confidence is restored. In the replay commentary, Kim and Kate reflect on how their thinking has evolved since the original recording. They discuss: The role of showing up consistently, even when no explicit promise was made How trust operates differently in virtual and remote teams Why strong performers can accidentally set expectations that lead to burnout How leaders vary widely in how much "trust damage" they tolerate before overreacting The episode also revisits the journey of Trust Bricks beyond the podcast, including Kim's experience delivering a TEDx talk on the topic and refining the framework into three enduring lessons: You are always building or breaking Trust Bricks—whether you realize it or not Missed expectations don't pause trust building; they actively tear it down Unspoken expectations are the fastest way to accidentally destroy trust This episode is a reminder that trust isn't soft, vague, or optional—it's a core delivery skill. If you want stakeholders who back you, teams who tell you the truth, and projects that don't require constant firefighting, it starts with sweating the small commitments. The next time you make a commitment—big or small—ask yourself: Am I laying a brick… or cracking one? Check out Kim's TEDx talk at trust-bricks.com or on the TED youtube channel Want more PM reality without the fluff? Join the PMHH membership for courses, templates, community, and direct access to Kate and Kim. https://pmhappyhour.com/membership

Adam Petraglia, Executive Director and Founder, Bricks of Hope, joins John Williams to talk about the incredible story that led him to start Bricks of Hope, the organization’s mission to deliver LEGO toys to sick children, what is so special about LEGO toys, how the community is aligned with their mission, his favorite LEGO kit, and […]

Hey we did our first live show since 2023! How'd we do? lol. It was really cold outside.

Adam Petraglia, Executive Director and Founder, Bricks of Hope, joins John Williams to talk about the incredible story that led him to start Bricks of Hope, the organization’s mission to deliver LEGO toys to sick children, what is so special about LEGO toys, how the community is aligned with their mission, his favorite LEGO kit, and […]

Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 3, the 16-bit game that shaped the future of my gaming tastes.Listen tomorrow for Day 4, the 32/64-bit-era game of my adolescence.Music Credits"Song of Storms" used under Creative Commons Attribution license.Provided by ⁠⁠GameChops⁠⁠Produced by ⁠⁠Coffee Date⁠⁠ Mastered by ⁠⁠Dj Cutman⁠⁠Composed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Adam Petraglia, Executive Director and Founder, Bricks of Hope, joins John Williams to talk about the incredible story that led him to start Bricks of Hope, the organization’s mission to deliver LEGO toys to sick children, what is so special about LEGO toys, how the community is aligned with their mission, his favorite LEGO kit, and […]

"I got employee of the year in 2016 for introducing Excel as a project management tool for the construction department in my company."That's the state of technology in the $300 billion store development industry.In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we sat down with Genevieve Davis and Alim Uderbekov from Surfaice. These two met on a beach in California (yes, really) and decided to tackle one of the most analog industries out there with AI agents.Here's what we covered:✅ Why companies building hundreds of stores aren't using Procore (hint: it's expensive and they're retailers, not developers)✅ The "McDonald's is a race car" analogy - why 40,000 cookie-cutter restaurants are actually the perfect use case for AI in construction✅ How code is becoming a commodity and why that changes everything about vertical software✅ Why AI won't take your job, but people who know how to use it willLink in comments - give it a listen if you're in retail, store development, or just want to hear how two people turned a beach conversation into a company.Our Sponsors:Aphex is the multiplayer planning platform where construction teams plan together, stay aligned, and deliver projects faster – check out aphex.coArchdesk -  “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.comBuildVision -   streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.ioChapters00:00 Intro03:46 Introduction to Surface and Founders' Backgrounds 06:48 The Vision Behind Surface and AI in Construction 09:41 The Meeting of Minds: Genevieve and Alim's Collaboration 12:45 Current Challenges in Store Development 15:30 AI's Role in Automating Construction Processes 18:32 Efficiency Gains and Time Savings with AI 21:44 The Future of Store Development and Human Touchpoints 24:30 Defensibility and Business Model of Surface 27:25 Funding and Future Plans for Surface 39:13 Investment Insights and Strategic Partnerships 41:31 Customer Engagement and Feedback 44:33 AI in Construction: Transforming Workflows 47:14 Navigating the Go-To-Market Strategy 54:20 Understanding Competition in the AI Space 59:25 Customization and Onboarding Process 01:03:07 Future of AI in Construction

Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 2, the defining game of my 8-bit childhood.Listen tomorrow for Day 3, the defining game of my 16-bit childhood.Music Credits"Song of Storms" used under Creative Commons Attribution license.Provided by ⁠GameChops⁠Produced by ⁠Coffee Date⁠ Mastered by ⁠Dj Cutman⁠Composed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Hey Retro Gamers!For the holiday season this year I've decided to casually record a "12 Games of Christmas" series, in which I plan to share 12 video games that are in some way meaningful to me, or that will (hopefully) paint a picture of me as a gamer.I typically do a rapid-fire Q&A session with first-time guests to help you get to know their gaming tastes, but I've never done such a thing about myself for you, so here it is!Today's episode is Day 1, the game that introduced me to video games.Listen tomorrow for Day 2, the defining game of my 8-bit childhood.Music CreditsProvided by GameChopsProduced by Coffee Date Mastered by Dj CutmanComposed by Koji KondoOriginally from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Let us know what you think!We share how to research suspected ties between family history and serial killers, balancing DNA with records and community context.Check out: killer.cloudDo you have a genealogical question for Kathleen? Drop us a line at hitting the bricks at gmail.com and Let us know.Be sure to bookmark linktr.ee/hittinthebricks for your one stop access to Kathleen Brandt, the host of Hittin' the Bricks with Kathleen. And, visit us on YouTube: Off the Wall with Kathleen John and Chewey video recorded specials. Hittin' the Bricks is produced through the not-for-profit, 501c3 TracingAncestors.org.

Hey Retro Gamers! On today's episode of Smashing Bricks we travel back to 1997 where we ignore every rule of the road and most other laws, too, in Grand Theft Auto for the PC and Sony PlayStation.Smashing Bricks is a retro gaming podcast about revisiting classic video games together to see if they hold up to the rose tint of nostalgia. Join me, Eddie Inzauto, and returning guest Kyle Stallock as we engage in a crime spree across three cities.Make sure you listen until the end to hear what the next game is and play through with us before the 14th of next month! Smashing Bricks Bonus Round Episodes are now available to all Fire Flower tier (and higher) Patreon Patrons! These amazing episodes post on the 28th of each month, and I really want as many of you to hear them as possible, so I've made it easier to be a part of that audience! Be sure to check them out at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/smashingbricks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Non-patrons can ALSO now hear these episodes on the main feed, but they'll be posted there a little over a year after initial release, on the 1st of each month.Smashing Bricks has a Discord server! Follow this link to join our community and chat about games, the podcast, and anything else your heart desires! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.com/invite/gfnpx62JzS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You're invited to join the discussion with your comments on our current and upcoming titles or any past game we've played. You can also make suggestions for games you'd like to hear about on future episodes!Check out the Smashing Bricks Playlist and help me fill in the gaps, or let me know that a game that's already on the list is a must-play for the show! Here's a link to the list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist.smashingbricks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠And again, if you'd like to go above and beyond to support the show and even get yourself some brand new bonus episodes, donate a few bucks a month via Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/SmashingBricks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SOCIAL LINKS:Linktree with all links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠links.smashingbricks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SB on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.smashingbricks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SB on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.smashingbricks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SB on Intagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.smashingbricks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SB on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.smashingbricks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Eddie's Photography on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/edwardinzauto⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Ninjago is moving fast into its 15-year celebration with a set inspired by its legacy. LEGO Party! is on the same track, and the Star Trek sticker is fixed! Or wait, was it? That and more on this week's Bricking LEGO News!FOLLOW my YouTube channel: Back 2 BrickSet Review: 75381 DroidekaRebrickable Review: The Haunted House by Castor Troy Store2X Insiders PointsSeasonal setsNinjago The Old TownTreasure Quest!Ninjago Build-a-MinifigureDesigner Seminar setNinajo Fortnite... no thanksLargest LEGO mosaic ever!Ideas Love BirdsBrick Masters StudioLEGO Party! 25% offZuru fails in courtLEGO Party! 1.3.0 updateLEGO is buying a vacuum company?3D printing seminar keynote speakersMicro Ninjago firesaleStar Trek Sticker fixed... NOTUnizing store has some challengesThank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Jimmy Tucker, David, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block Shop, Steve Miles, David Support the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2025 The LEGO Group.

"If we just listened to what our customers wanted, we would have had a faster horse."Everyone knows the Henry Ford quote, but Lee Mullin actually showed us what it means for construction tech.In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we sat down with Lee from BuildArc. He spent 18 years at Autodesk, and honestly, the conversation completely changed how we think about talking about products.Here's what stuck with us: we're all making ourselves the hero of the story. We love talking about our amazing AI tools, our productivity gains, our revolutionary features. But Lee said something that hit different - your customer needs to be Luke Skywalker. You're just Yoda, guiding them along.Tune in to find out about:✅ Why taking people from "9 to 20" beats incremental improvements from "9 to 10"✅ The framework Lee used to convince construction crews that iPads weren't "voodoo"✅ How to tell stories that actually connect (hint: it's about project managers lying awake at night, not your feature list)✅ Why the best customer stories need tension and conflict (even though corporate hates that)The reality is, there's so much noise in AEC tech right now. If you can't tell a story that makes people feel understood, you're just another vendor promising productivity.Watch the full episode now. Link in the comments!Our SponsorsAphex is the multiplayer planning platform where construction teams plan together, stay aligned, and deliver projects faster – check out aphex.coArchdesk -  “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.comBuildVision -   streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.ioChapters00:00 Intro03:48 The Importance of Storytelling in Business 13:32 Navigating the AEC Technology Landscape 21:44 Crafting Compelling Presentations 27:22 Building a Storytelling Framework 31:13 Transforming Customer Stories into Success 37:28 The Human Element in AI 42:11 Understanding Personas in Storytelling 44:26 Frameworks for Effective Storytelling 53:01 Building Conflict and Tension in Stories

It's been almost 90 years since the brick racing surface at Indianapolis Motor Speedway has seen the light of day in Turn 2. On this episode of Behind the Bricks, Doug Boles removes the first brick from the racing surface during a September repave project. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textNARRATOR (GEORGE):The Toy Museum remembers everything.It remembers the first teddy bear sewn by an immigrant.It remembers Barbie striking a pose at a 1959 toy fair.It remembers dragon trucks that eat carsand tiny supermarkets where children practice being grownups.But tonight,the museum is thinking in rectangles.Bricks.Studs.The quiet click that has becomeone of the most recognizable soundsin the toy world.The Night Watchmanhas wandered into the construction wing.[Footsteps on a slightly hollow floor; faint echo.]NARRATOR:Shelves of building sets stretch in both directions—castles, spaceships, cities,boxes with age ranges on the frontand smiling children on the back.But on a low pedestal near the center,there's a quieter scene.A cluster of green plates,a few stalks of brick-built bamboo,and three black-and-white figuresassembled from a modest handful of pieces.NIGHT WATCHMAN:Ah. And pandas.Two things I've seen everywhereand never really put together.Aquarium from Carnival of the Animals by composed by Camille Sans-Saen, Performed by the Seattle Youth Orchestra. Source: https://musopen.org/music/1454-the-carnival-of-the-animals/. License: Public Domain (composition) / Creative Commons (recording).Support the showThank you for experiencing Celebrate Creativity.

"You can drop 30% of your project management labor right now."In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Darren Martin from AInvested and we got to learn about the harsh realities of digital transformation in AEC, how private equity firms value tech-enabled companies, and why most innovation initiatives fail to scale... and many more!Darren left his role as Chief Digital Officer at Atkins Realis to advise PE firms and help construction tech startups break through growth barriers. His perspective from both sides of the table reveals uncomfortable truths about how the industry approaches technology.Tune in to find out about:✅ Why most companies are "digitally dabbling" instead of transforming✅ How PE firms assess digital transformation value in billion-dollar acquisitions✅ The specific labor reductions possible with current AI tools (hint: it's 30% in project management)✅ Why small AEC firms can now compete with market leaders in ways that weren't possible beforeWatch now to hear how the game is changing for construction companies willing to move beyond pilot projects.Also, have a look at this article to know more: https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/aecom-jacobs-downgraded-uncertainty-over-180008836.htmlOur Sponsors:Aphex is the multiplayer planning platform where construction teams plan together, stay aligned, and deliver projects faster – check out aphex.coArchdesk -  “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.comBuildVision -   streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.ioChapters00:00 Intro03:30 Introduction and Background 08:13 Transitioning to Private Equity and Startups 13:35 The Role of Private Equity in AEC Companies 18:22 Digital Transformation and Value Creation 23:20 Market Trends and Company Sizes 28:20 Leveraging Technology for Business Value 33:07 Digital Accelerators and Human-Centric Approaches 35:22 Optimizing Construction Processes for Efficiency 37:51 Tying Technology to Corporate Success 41:42 Proving Value at the Project Level 43:55 The Balance of Show and Tell in Sales 49:09 Purposeful Change in the Construction Industry

Tis the season to get new LEGO! There are over 100 new sets on the way, Stranger Things is hear to haunt your holidays, and Bricklink is in a crisis. So many fun things to catch up on this week and I can't wait to tell you about all the latest LEGO news!FOLLOW my YouTube channel: Back 2 BrickSet Review: 10361 Holiday Express TrainRebrickable Review: Stranger Things Car Trilogy Bundle by NV CarmocsStar Wars 2026Marvel 2026Technic 2026Disney 2026Ninjago 2026City 2026Friends 2026Creator 3-in-1 2026Harry Potter 2026Speed Champion 2026CMF 28 Animals!DREAMZzz 2026Sonic the Hedgehog 2026December GWPBDP Series 9 finalistsHarry Potter LEGO World!Toy Story rumorsArchitecture rumorB&N GWPBDP series 10 webinarLEGOLAND Dogs are welcome!Bricklink shutdown in 35 countries... the an apologyStranger ThingsBug's BunnyeditionsFIFA World CupDisney BrickheadzNew StationaryDuffer MinifiguresShopping Buildings ModularModular GWPPolybagsThank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Jimmy Tucker, David, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block Shop, Richael Rice, Steve Miles, David Support the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2025 The LEGO Group.

Let us know what you think!Your December gift helps us preserve truth, honor ancestors, and teach the next generation. www.tracingancestors.orgBe sure to bookmark linktr.ee/hittinthebricks for your one stop access to Kathleen Brandt, the host of Hittin' the Bricks with Kathleen. And, visit us on YouTube: Off the Wall with Kathleen John and Chewey video recorded specials. Hittin' the Bricks is produced through the not-for-profit, 501c3 TracingAncestors.org.

We visit a neighborhood toy store that's successfully competing with the big boys, talk with the CEO of a fast-growing restaurant chain that's truly on the move, and how Sunday's Bears-Packers matchup is one of the biggest in years.

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Martin Forde is the co-founder and partner at Highline Brands, a retail brokerage built for modern CPG and emerging brands. As the first sales hire at Dr. Squatch, he helped lead the brand's Walmart launch—which did over $50M in year one and set the foundation for a $1.5B exit to Unilever.In this episode of DTC Pod, Martin shares the full playbook for making the leap from DTC to retail. He breaks down how to evaluate which channels make sense, what buyers actually care about (hint: it's not your brand), how to pitch them, and how to choose the right brokerage partner. He also gets into the operational side: how deals are structured, why retail timelines take longer than most founders expect, and what actually drives velocity on shelf.Episode brought to you by StordInteract with other DTC experts and access our monthly fireside chats with industry leaders on DTC Pod Slack.On this episode of DTC Pod, we cover:1. When to consider retail (and when you're not ready)2. Independent retail vs. major retailers: where to start3. The old DTC-first playbook vs. the new hybrid approach4. Understanding your consumer and choosing the right retailer5. What buyers actually care about (hint: category growth, not your brand)6. Three ways to reach buyers: cold outreach, inbound, or through a broker7. Why and when to say no to a retailer8. How brokers work: deal structures, retainers vs. commission, red flags9. The 9-12 month timeline from first conversation to shelf10. Merchandising and digital tactics that drive velocity on shelfTimestamps00:00 Martin Forde's background and experience in CPG03:14 Launching and scaling brands into retail04:20 Key lessons from Dr. Squatch retail rollout07:30 Dr. Squatch's early days and pent-up retail demand09:39 Defining “why retail” and evaluating retail opportunities10:38 Understanding independent retail channels and platforms15:14 Retail supply chain basics: MOQs, case packs, and 3PLs17:46 Testing and iterating supply chain through small-scale channels18:56 Leveraging online marketplaces (Faire, Thrive, Bubble)23:33 Deciding when to break into retail; timing and strategy24:44 Comparing DTC-first and direct-to-retail playbooks29:28 Raising capital, prepping for retail, and first retail sale process30:57 How to approach retail buyers and pitch34:03 Different ways to reach retail buyers: direct outreach, inbound, brokerages39:51 Working with brokers: models, deal structures, and choosing a partner50:29 Preparing retail pitch materials and buyer presentations51:39 Identifying category white space and incremental value54:53 Merchandising and digital tactics for retail success57:06 Where to connect with Martin Forde and closing thoughtsShow notes powered by CastmagicPast guests & brands on DTC Pod include Gilt, PopSugar, Glossier, MadeIN, Prose, Bala, P.volve, Ritual, Bite, Oura, Levels, General Mills, Mid Day Squares, Prose, Arrae, Olipop, Ghia, Rosaluna, Form, Uncle Studios & many more.  Additional episodes you might like:• #175 Ariel Vaisbort - How OLIPOP Runs Influencer, Community, & Affiliate Growth• #184 Jake Karls, Midday Squares - Turning Your Brand Into The Influencer With Content• #205 Kasey Stewart: Suckerz- - Powering Your Launch With 300 Million Organic Views• #219 JT Barnett: The TikTok Masterclass For Brands• #223 Lauren Kleinman: The PR & Affiliate Marketing Playbook• ​​​​#243 Kian Golzari - Source & Develop Products Like The World's Best Brands-----Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Projects the DTC Pod team is working on:DTCetc - all our favorite brands on the internetOlivea - the extra virgin olive oil & hydroxytyrosol supplementCastmagic - AI Workspace for ContentFollow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTokMartin Forde - Co-Founder of Highline BrandsBlaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of Castmagic

In this episode of The Steward Chair, Christy Kovac, President and CEO of Sheridan Construction, shares her journey of intentional, purpose-driven leadership, exploring how stewardship, employee ownership, and community impact drive meaningful, long-term success. We discuss the importance of intentional succession planning, celebrating employee contributions to strengthen engagement, and building trust with clients to support lasting relationships—providing actionable takeaways for leaders committed to stewardship, integrity, and creating a thriving legacy. Stay tuned to Key Takeaways The importance of intentional succession planning to ensure long-term organizational success. How celebrating employee contributions and fostering ownership strengthens engagement and culture. Why building trust and prioritizing community impact creates lasting relationships and a meaningful legacy. Resources Mentioned Visit https://www.sheridanconstruction.com/ Follow Shane on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-kovac-ab801411/ Follow Jackson Healthcare on social media at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sheridanconstruction/ Twitter / X: https://x.com/SheridanCo1947 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridanco1947/ Join the ConversationThe Steward Chair is about equipping and inspiring business leaders to build organizations that stand the test of time. If this episode resonated with you, share your biggest takeaway and tag us on LinkedIn: Chat With Leaders Media https://www.linkedin.com/company/chatwithleaders/ and End of the Line Productions https://www.linkedin.com/company/end-of-the-line-productions/. Elevate your podcast, company meeting, or industry event strategies to better engage stakeholders and drive meaningful growth! Visit ChatWithLeaders.com to learn more about how we can help.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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I wouldn't try building anything out of the straw of sadness or the stick of sorrow - put ALL of your resources into building with the bricks of boldness. Then, when the wolf of worry comes around, you will be able to withstand the storm, with Christ as your Anchor.Support the show