Best Cincinnati Custom Home Builder Podcasts (2024)

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#38 Fred Reikowsky, Legacy Business Leaders, LLC 53:16

4d ago53:16

53:16

Join host Jeff Wieland on the WB Download as he welcomes renowned business coach Fred Reikowsky from Legacy Business Leaders, LLC for an insightful conversation on unlocking your business's full potential. This episode delves into Fred's journey from being a home builder and remodeler for 33 years to becoming a business coach. Fred shares his perso…

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#37 Understanding Cost Overruns on Custom Homes 32:20

19d ago32:20

32:20

In this episode of The WB Download, host Jeff Wieland delves into the complex world of cost overruns in custom home construction. Discover why a client's dream home can unexpectedly cost over $1M and learn the crucial role of accurate cost estimates in the design-build process. Jeff emphasizes the importance of managing budget expectations to avoid…

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#36 Custom Home Maintenance with Jeff Wieland 38:10

1M ago38:10

38:10

Welcome to The WB Download. In this episode, join host Jeff Wieland as gives expert advice on the essentials of custom home maintenance. Jeff shares invaluable tips to enhance the appearance and longevity of your home, emphasizing the importance of regular upkeep. Tune in to learn how to keep your gutters clean, inspect your windows for potential i…

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#35 Energy Efficiency in Your New Home Build 35:01

2M ago35:01

35:01

In this episode of the WB Download podcast, Jeff Wieland delves into the critical aspects of energy efficiency in custom homes. Join us as Jeff highlights the importance of integrating key features such as proper insulation and air barriers, quality framing, geothermal systems, and solar panels. He also covers the benefits of energy-efficient appli…

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#34 Michael Hines, Oyler Hines Group of Coldwell Banker 1:27:25

2M ago1:27:25

1:27:25

Several insights into luxury real estate will be discussed in today's podcast. Join Jeff Wieland and Michael Hines from Oyler Hines, Coldwell Banker, as they delve into the captivating world of high-end real estate in Southwest Ohio. They uncover the secrets to success and challenges faced by industry professionals during their experiences navigati…

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#33 David Drees, CEO of Drees Homes 1:28:59

3M ago1:28:59

1:28:59

Join host Jeff Wieland in this down-to-earth episode of WB Download Podcast as he chats with David Dress, the CEO of Drees Homes. In this engaging conversation, Jeff and David dive into the ins and outs of homebuilding, discussing leadership, family, and the ups and downs of running a family business. With years of experience, David shares practica…

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#32 Jon Sauerland with Moen Kitchen, Bath & Shower 1:00:24

3M ago1:00:24

1:00:24

Welcome to the WB Download, where we delve deep into the world of business, innovation, and relationships. In this episode, host Jeff Wieland sits down with special guest Jon Sauerland from Moen Plumbing Fixtures to explore the fascinating realm of faucets, fixtures, and corporate dynamics. With over 36 years of experience at Moen and 14 years as a…

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#31 Outdoor Living Spaces-Bring The Outdoors In, Bring The Indoors Out 55:21

4M ago55:21

55:21

Join your host, Jeff Wieland, on an exciting journey into the world of outdoor living spaces. In this episode of The WB Download, Jeff delves into the art of seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living, offering insights and inspiration for those thinking about building a custom home and including an outdoor living space to enhance their living e…

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#30 Craig Sample, Cincinnati Reds Premium Service Executive 1:18:35

4M ago1:18:35

1:18:35

Welcome to a special edition of the WB Download Podcast, where we step up to the plate with a home run guest, Craig Sample, Premium Service Executive for the Cincinnati Reds! Join your host, Jeff Wieland, as he rounds the bases with Craig discussing the Cincinnati Reds organization. For the past 14 seasons, Craig has been a driving force behind the…

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#29 The Wieland WOW's Expected in our Custom Homes 31:03

5M ago31:03

31:03

In this episode, Jeff reviews the Wieland WOWs expected in each Wieland Builders Custom Home. Here are the most requested WOW's First Floor Living Entertaining/Bars - The party has been moved to the upstairs. You know everyone wants to be close to the kitchen so having a bar on the first floor just makes sense. Detailed Ceilings - Our homes invite …

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#28 Will LoVelette, Worship Pastor 4C Church-How To Find Help, Community & Relationships 1:52:57

5M ago1:52:57

1:52:57

In this episode, Jeff has a discussion with Will LoVelette, worship pastor of 4 Corners Church in West Chester, Ohio. Will is an inspiration to Jeff and the congregation with his positivity, leadership, and drive at 4 Corners Church in West Chester, Ohio. As Jeff explained in a previous episode, he is not a Jesus freak but has high respect for his …

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#27 Marc and Sarah Dizard 2x Customer 1:28:33

6M ago1:28:33

1:28:33

What an honor to have a customer return years after building their first custom home and ask you to build their second custom home! Today's guests did just that. Marc and Sarah Dizard are in the process of building their second custom home with Wieland Builders. Their home will be showcased in the 2024 Homearama located at The Reserves at Stone Pil…

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#26 Dan Geis - SummitRidge Custom Homes 58:55

6M ago58:55

58:55

Dan Geis is Jeff's guest on the podcast today. Dan is the owner of SummitRidge Custom Homes located in Golden, Colorado. Dan discusses how he got started in the home building industry. It was only natural, because he grew up with several family members who worked in construction. Dan finds joy in his work everyday, he explains how Summit Ridge Cust…

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WB Download - Episode 25 - 2023 Podcast Recap 34:08

7M ago34:08

34:08

This is our final podcast episode for the year 2023. Jeff Wieland does a recap of all our wonderful guests he has interviewed throughout the 2023 year on the WB Download. We are very thankful to our listeners, staff and guests who have helped make our first year of the WB Download podcast successful. We are looking forward to continue to see our po…

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WB Download - Episode 24 - Brad Leavitt, AFT Construction 1:11:22

7M ago1:11:22

1:11:22

Even though Jeff hasn’t met today’s guest in person, he has a lot of respect for him and is a big fan! Brad Leavitt, President of AFT Construction, is Jeff’s podcast guest. He grew up in the construction industry in Southern California and went through a Construction Management Program while attending college at Brigham Young University in Utah. He…

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WB Download - Episode 23 - Dan DeStefano, DeStefano Homes & Remodeling/West Chester Hardwood Flooring 1:05:45

8M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

Jeff's guest on the podcast today is Dan DeStefano. Dan and Jeff have been long-time friends and fellow custom home builders. Dan is co-owner of DeStefano Homes & Remodeling and West Chester Hardwood Flooring. He shares how he grew up in the industry and how he got started with the family business. They discuss how their friendship began over 20 ye…

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WB Download - Episode 22 - Gary Sullivan, Local/National Radio and TV Home Improvement Personality 1:18:46

8M ago1:18:46

1:18:46

“Someone has always believed in me more than I have believed in myself” is the big takeaway from today’s podcast guest. Local/National Radio and TV personality and Home Improvement Expert Gary Sullivan joins Jeff on the podcast. Gary is usually the guy doing the interviewing, but not today; Jeff interviews Gary! Jeff is giddy to talk to the pioneer…

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WB Download - Episode 21 - AE Door & Window Co., Adam Weber 1:28:52

9M ago1:28:52

1:28:52

Today's guest on the WB Download is Jeff's long-time friend and trade partner, Adam Weber. Adam is the President of AE Door and Window Co. Wieland Builders, has been partners with AE Door & Window on their custom homes for a long time. Jeff and Adam talk about how this trade relationship started with their fathers. Adam explained how his father sta…

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WB Download - Episode 20 - The 23 Must Haves When Building a Custom Home 47:48

10M ago47:48

47:48

Today Jeff has his dog Wilson visiting the studio while he discusses in detail the top 23 Custom Home Must Haves. Jeff explains how many of our clients want the must haves in their homes and how Wieland Builders elevates the design of their home with these luxury details. You can download the guide and follow along. The Wieland Builders team compil…

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WB Download - Episode 19 Phantom Sound - Tommy Brand 53:09

10M ago53:09

53:09

Jeff spends some time on today’s podcast with Tommy Brand, the owner of Phantom Sound; a Wieland Builders trusted trade partner used on our custom homes. Tommy shares the history of Phantom Sound and explains the range of options and products offered to homeowners and businesses. They include a full service of the following: low voltage audio and s…

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WB Download - Episode 18 Nathan Madden with Pella Windows and Doors 1:15:10

10M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Today’s guest is Nathan Madden, General Manager of trade and commercial (Dayton,OH to Carlisle, Ky) for Pella Windows and Doors. Nathan is also very involved in the HBA (Home Builders Association) in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Both Jeff and Nathan are passionate about getting kids involved in having careers in construction. Nathan discusses …

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WB Download - Episode 17 Client and Construction Law Attorney Mark Evans 1:10:00

11M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

Well today's episode is a first...Jeff talks with Mark Evans, a construction attorney and client. Mark is our first podcast guest that is also a client. Mark and his wife Susy recently completed their custom home with Wieland Builders. Mark shares with us why he and his wife wanted to build a custom home, how they developed their vision and the dif…

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WB Download - Episode 16 The Cost of Building a House 41:00

12M ago41:00

41:00

Why the heck are the prices to build a home so high? Everything costs more and we are receiving the same exact thing and it’s not just in the building industry. In today’s podcast Jeff explains the cost of building a house and what drives the rising prices. We all need to understand and have an expectation of what the cost of a home really is befor…

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WB Download - Episode 15 Custom Home Finished Mechanicals and Completion Phases 36:52

12M ago36:52

36:52

In this episode Jeff Wieland wraps up explaining the process of building a Custom Home. On previous episodes Jeff explained Selecting a Builder, Working with an Architect and Designer, Selections, Foundation, Framing, Mechanics, MidStage and Trim Phases. Today, Jeff explains the final phases of building a Custom Home; the Finished Mechanics and Com…

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WB Download - Episode 14 Wielands Go Out West & Midstage and Trim Stages in Home Build Process 48:40

1y ago48:40

48:40

In this episode Jeff shares with us his recent family vacation driving an RV out West. Jeff and his family visited so many places that include St. Louis, MO, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, South Dakota, Iowa and Chicago, IL. They visited National Parks and dear friends in the home building industry too! In this episode Jeff conti…

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WB Download - Episode 13 Jen Barcenas from BoxFull 1:10:40

1y ago1:10:40

1:10:40

On today's episode we have a very special guest and dear friend of Jeff and Shannon Wieland. Jen Barcenas, the creator of Boxfull. Jen lives in Mason, Ohio and is well known for her great hugs; she now has a business that sends a hug in a box. Jen shares with Jeff how she started the company, when her close friend lost her mother during COVID and J…

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WB Download - Father's Day Episode - Cody and Rayna Wieland interview Jeff Wieland 32:27

1y ago32:27

32:27

This bonus Father's Day Episode is hosted by Cody and Rayna Wieland. Our guest hosts are interviewing their dad, Jeff Wieland. Cody and Rayna have prepared many questions for their dad to answer on today's podcast. Now's the chance to find out a few things about Jeff. Everything from his most embarrassing moments to his favorite food and music from…

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WB Download - Episode 11 Home Builders Association, Lora Brand-Executive Officer 1:13:58

1y ago1:13:58

1:13:58

Today's guest is Lora Brand, the new Executive Officer of the Greater Cincinnati Home Builders Association (GCHBA). In this episode, Lora shares with us how the Home Builders Association is committed to helping builders, developers and service providers thrive in the home building industry. It provides networking, education and advocacy to help set…

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WB Download - Episode 10 The Framing & Mechanical Stages When Building A Custom Home 52:51

1y ago52:51

52:51

In this episode Jeff Wieland continues to explain the process of building a custom home. On previous episodes Jeff explained Selecting a Builder, Working with an Architect and Designer and Planning before digging & excavation. Today Jeff explains the Framing Stage and starting the Mechanics Stage while building a custom home. The Framing Stage has …

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WB Download - Episode 9 Isaac Seevers, Superintendent of Lebanon School District 1:50:03

1y ago1:50:03

1:50:03

What does a young superintendent of Lebanon School District have to do with building a house? Jeff sits down with our guest Isaac Seevers, Superintendent of Lebanon School District to talk about development, building homes and how home owners and school districts are affected by these developments. When people look for a location to build, it's not…

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WB Download - Episode 8 The Starting of Construction on a Custom Home 53:11

1y ago53:11

53:11

In this episode Jeff Wieland continues to explain the process of building a custom home. On previous episodes he explained Selecting a Builder, Working with an Architect and Designer. Today Jeff explains how construction begins on the new custom home and all the planning, time and thought that is needed before digging. It all starts with marking tr…

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WB Download - Episode 7 Working With An Interior Designer-Kelly Wynne, Interiors 821 1:18:26

1+ y ago1:18:26

1:18:26

Our guest is Kelly Wynne, Interior Designer and Owner of Interiors 821. Jeff and Kelly discuss how Kelly is not only a partner, but part of the team here at Wieland Builders. During the custom home build process Kelly helps clients pull their vision and ideas together to create a beautiful and interesting home. Before selecting anything for the hom…

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WB Download - Episode 6 Pre-Construction Phase When Building a New Custom Home - Architect, Plans and Selections 53:36

1+ y ago53:36

53:36

Jeff Wieland continues to give helpful understanding to the custom home building process. On the last episode about the process Jeff explained finding your home site and finding your Builder. In this podcast Jeff explains what to expect in the process after finding your Builder. You and your Builder should have a meeting to discuss your design styl…

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WB Download - Episode 5 Amy Webb, Butler Tech Vocational School 54:52

1+ y ago54:52

54:52

Jeff is passionate about how we can help trades in construction and other industries connect with vocational students. Our guest Amy Webb also shares this passion. Amy is a regional satellite principal at Butler Tech Vocational School. She shares with Jeff how Butler Tech has innovative ways of implementing career tech opportunities for their stude…

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WB Download - Episode 4 How to Find a Custom Builder and How to Find Your Home Site 46:20

1+ y ago46:20

46:20

Big decisions need to be made at the beginning of your journey building a custom home. Jeff Wieland shares informative steps and useful details to follow and consider when finding a custom home builder and finding your home site. In this episode, Jeff explains what it means to be a custom builder and what it should mean to you. Jeff also shares the…

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WB Download - Episode 3 Ben Hodges, 4 Corners Church 1:25:54

1+ y ago1:25:54

1:25:54

What the heck does a church pastor have to do with a custom home building podcast? Jeff explains he is not a Jesus freak but has high respect for his pastors, church and various teams that he relies on to help him stay on the path in his life. This power of community is helpful and meaningful in helping him as a husband, father, leader and just be …

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WB Download - Episode 2 (2 of 2) Jack Wieland 38:25

1+ y ago38:25

38:25

This is episode 2 of 2 episodes with our guest Jack Wieland, my dad, the man that gave me and my brother the opportunity to become Builders. Jack shares nostalgic stories how he started as a builder and the history of Wieland Builders. Be part of the conversation and send topic requests, questions, comments or inquire about being a guest on the pod…

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WB Download - Episode 1 with Jack Wieland 56:39

1+ y ago56:39

56:39

This is episode 1 of 2 episodes with our first guest Jack Wieland, my dad, the man that gave me and my brother the opportunity to become Builders. Jack shares nostalgic stories how he started as a builder and the history of Wieland Builders. Be part of the conversation and see behind the scenes https://www.wielandbuilders.com/podcasts/…

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Welcome to WB Download 2:03

1+ y ago2:03

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WB Download Custom Home Podcast will provide podcast listeners and those in the home building industry a platform to discuss home building news/updates in the nation and what’s happening on our local custom home building projects. We will have casual, entertaining discussions with experts in the industry, friends and surprise guests. The WB Downloa…

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