Best Modular Housing Podcasts (2024)

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New Ideas for Energy-Efficient Modular Affordable Housing w/ GreenStaxx 24:09

4d ago24:09

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Send us a text What if affordable multifamily housing could be built more efficiently and with less neighborhood disruption? Gwen Noyes, vice president and COO of GreenStaxx, draws on her wealth of experience in architecture and urban development—and her deep New England roots—as she discusses GreenStaxx's energy-efficient modular housing models. Y…

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Them Kids Ain't Right (PREVIEW) 6:48

13h ago6:48

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. Social media. Is it too dank for the malleable and developing mind? The Australian government seems to think so. Labor has joined the ranks of a number parties and bodies in various jurisdictions in attempting to set a lower age limit for soci…

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Rudin Co-CEO Michael Rudin on CRE Amenities for Today's Workforce, Profitable Ops & Proptech's Dirty Little Secrets 50:18

2d ago50:18

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Michael Rudin joined Rudin in 2008 and, together with his sister Samantha, represents the fourth generation to work at the family business founded in 1925. Michael focuses on new developments, capital markets, commercial leasing, sustainability and technology. He also helps lead the family’s alternative investing business, Rudin Ventures, where the…

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Humanoid Robots: Just Another Guy In Your House 41:47

2d ago41:47

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For decades, technologists have fantasised about the ultimate prize: a humanoid robot, available to consumers and industry, which can perform a range of humanlike tasks. The recent AI moment has reignited those aspirations, with everyone from Tesla to Apple – and a handful of ambitious startups – either openly or secretly working on humanoid robot …

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S4 Ep.24 | Foreclosure Essentials That Every Investor Should Know 1:08:05

3d ago1:08:05

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In this episode, we're tackling everything you need to know about foreclosures and how they could impact your next deal. From the latest Bank of Canada rate drop to the rising rate sensitivity of consumers, we’ve got you covered. Chandler and Neal will break down what happens when private lenders get involved in foreclosures and reveal a little-kno…

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More Influence, More Impact, More Satisfaction 1:25:21

5d ago1:25:21

1:25:21

Empowering the practice of architecture to achieve consistent, predictable, positive impacts on human well-being and planetary health is perhaps one of the most pressing topics in the AEC today. Starting with a review of the history of the search for Bioclimatic Law, this conversation with Dr Bill Braham, FAIA is an invitation to architects to recl…

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Episode 75: A Little Patch In My Hands 1:03:45

6d ago1:03:45

1:03:45

Tom creates a generative/additive system.By tom davis

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The Boys Go Founder Mode (PREVIEW) 5:29

8d ago5:29

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. The tech world has been ablaze over the past week or so, both ironically and unironically, about the concept of Founder Mode. Inspired by a short essay by Paul Graham, 'founder mode' vaguely posits that there's a natural point in a startup's e…

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What Are Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Tenant in the U.S.? 10:52

9d ago10:52

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Renting a home or apartment comes with a set of rights and responsibilities for both tenants and landlords. Understanding tenant rights and responsibilities is crucial for fostering a harmonious living environment and ensuring that legal obligations are met. Our podcast dives into the essential rights and responsibilities of tenants in the U.S., as…

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X vs Brazil 40:56

10d ago40:56

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Brazil has slapped a ban on X, as the culmination of a dispute between the platform and the country’s judiciary over censorship. It’s weird, because Elon Musk’s platform has complied with government requests from other countries, like Turkey and India. So what’s the deal? In this ep, we talk about Musk's free speech crusade, the Brazilification of …

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S4 Ep.23 | Are Modular Homes The Future of Canadian Real Estate? 44:53

10d ago44:53

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Chandler and Neal explore the potential of modular construction to revolutionize the real estate market. From quality assurance to industry leaders, we discuss the potential of modular construction to address the housing crisis and offer new investment opportunities. Tune in to discover if this innovative approach could be the future of Canadian ho…

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ep7 Challenges of Employment in Rural Areas 36:48

12d ago36:48

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This episode of the Rural Homelessness Podcast discusses the challenges of employment in rural areas, focusing on Wisbech. The guests, Russell Beale and Terry Jordan, share their insights and experiences. They discuss the employment statistics of Anglian Water, the typical industries in Wisbech, and the impact of mechanization on labor opportunitie…

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Telegram: Oh, So Posting Is ILLEGAL Now? 44:55

16d ago44:55

44:55

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was arrested over the weekend in France, with prosecutors accusing him of violations discovered as part of an investigation into child exploitation material, drug trafficking and fraudulent transactions on the platform. It’s more than plausible that stuff like that is happening on Telegram. But there’s certainly something u…

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S4 Ep.22 | How the Weak Canadian Dollar Could Make or Break Your Real Estate Investments 1:00:05

18d ago1:00:05

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Chandler and Neal dive into how the weakening Canadian dollar impacts the real estate market. From rising import costs to shifts in investment strategies, they break down what this means for you as a real estate professional or entrepreneur. Learn how the fluctuating dollar can affect your bottom line, the challenges it presents in terms of afforda…

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How Can You Master Your Final Walk-through Checklist in Real Estate? 5:24

18d ago5:24

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Embarking on the path of real estate purchasing is an adventure filled with critical milestones, including the final walk-through. This crucial step ensures that the property meets your expectations and standards. We'll explore key components often overlooked and how modern technology can boost the efficiency of your inspection. Listen to our lates…

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S4 Ep.21 | Increase Your Brokerage Profits with These Proven Strategies 1:19:28

25d ago1:19:28

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Discover the secrets to brokering success and real estate investing with Sarah Albert, a seasoned mortgage broker with over 17 years of experience. In this episode, she shares her expertise on navigating a thriving brokerage, the power of online marketing and the synergy between private sales and mortgage brokering. Level up your brokerage business…

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Tools For a Habitable Future 1:19:35

28d ago1:19:35

1:19:35

The work of the AEC is broader than buildings. On a daily basis we, collectively and individually, make decisions that have broad and lasting impacts on our lives, our health, and our world. These impacts can be either positive or negative; the choice is ours. This is the perspective of Gina Ciganik and her brilliant and motivated team at Habitable…

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Pioneering New Hybrid Building Solutions to Tackle the Housing Crisis in the UK and Abroad w/ Sano 26:55

29d ago26:55

26:55

Send us a text Can a mix of modular housing and panelized solutions be the key to solving the UK's housing crisis? DJ, co-founder and COO of Sano, a UK-based team of innovators dedicated to rethinking the possibilities of housing technologies, believes they can. Set against the backdrop of government transition and new UK housing goals, DJ shares h…

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ep6 Ed's Story: Challenges faced by Homeless People 21:08

1M ago21:08

21:08

In this episode of the Rural Homelessness Podcast, host Matt McChlery speaks with Ed, who shares his personal experience of homelessness. Ed discusses the challenges he faced while being homeless, including the cycle of crime and imprisonment to have a roof over his head. He also highlights the difficulties of finding basic necessities like food an…

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Google's Apparently Illegal Monopoly 41:25

1M ago41:25

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Apple's profit from "Services" is set to surpass profits from iPhones within a couple of years, which is pretty crazy, really. Of the ~$80-90b Apple make a year in "Services", around 25% of that comes from Google handing over north of $20 billion per year to be the default search engine in Safari. For years, Google has been freaked out by the prosp…

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S4 Ep.20 | Capitalization, Costs, and Crisis - Navigating Today's REI Market 57:52

1M ago57:52

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This episode is packed with actionable insights to help you navigate today's complex market. From breaking down the latest headlines to uncovering hidden costs and exploring the rent vs. buy dilemma, we've got you covered. Discover how to maximize your ROI, streamline property management, and stay ahead of the curve. Plus, get the inside scoop on p…

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What Do Banks and Mortgage Companies Look for When Approving a Mortgage? 6:08

1M ago6:08

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Securing a mortgage is a significant financial commitment and a critical step towards homeownership. Not everyone who applies for a mortgage gets approved, as banks and mortgage companies have stringent criteria to ensure borrowers can manage their payments over time. Tune in to this episode of #RealEstateCrunch, where we delve into the key factors…

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Nike: Barefoot is Illegal (PREVIEW) 8:00

1M ago8:00

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Nike: The brand of brands. When it comes to brands, they're top dog. When it comes to returning money to shareholders, less so. At least this year. As Nike have pursued the quest to become as close as an apparel company can be to a tech business, their share price has tanked – this year by over 30%. A former executive's LinkedIn post went about as …

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You Gotta Spend Money To Make Money 44:17

1M ago44:17

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It's quarterly earnings season, and some of our favourite tech companies are looking a bit shaky. Not because they're not making money – they are – but because they're spending it on new data centres and AI research. In this episode, we take stock of the current earnings reports, and touch on a few interesting tidbits like Amazon's softness in e-co…

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EP 72 Passive House Education w/ Emu Passive 32:16

1M ago32:16

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Enrico Bonilauri is the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Emu Systems, where he specializes in the international Passive House standard. With extensive experience across Australia, Europe, and North America, he excels in building envelope design and analysis, and is known for his practical application of complex data on construction sites. En…

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S4 Ep.19 | Rentals.ca CEO Reveals Platform Secrets 49:33

1M ago49:33

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Tired of endless rental searches? Max Steinman, CEO of Rentals.ca, shares their EASY map search, filters, and how they REALLY make money in the REI world. This episode is your rental market cheat sheet, uncovering: ● Rentals.ca's fascinating history (you won't believe how they started!) ● The hidden power of their application process ● How rental t…

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What Are the Basics of Market Economies? 5:57

1M ago5:57

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Tune in to the Real Estate Crunch podcast hosted by Anita to explore the basics of market economies. A market economy is a system where economic decisions and the pricing of goods and services are guided by the interactions of a country’s citizens and businesses. Unlike a planned economy, where the government makes all decisions, a market economy r…

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ep5 How Modular Housing Can Address Rural Homelessness 31:52

1M ago31:52

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In this episode of the Rural Homelessness Podcast, Matt McChlery discusses how modular housing can help address rural homelessness. He is joined by Lewis Herbert, the manager of Allia Future Homes, and Daniel Renn, the Allia Future Homes Housing Development Lead. They explain that modular housing involves constructing sections of a building in a fa…

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Llama-ma-mazing! 35:30

1M ago35:30

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Meta this week released the latest update to their LLM, Llama 3.1. It is ostensibly a "frontier model" on par with its OpenAI, Anthropic and Google rivals. The difference i: anyone can download the model and the weights and run it, and build on it wherever and however they want, without paying Meta a cent. Why? Glowed up Mark Zuckerberg wrote an ar…

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S4 Ep.18 | Hidden Profits: The Land Investment Secret You Didn't Know 1:08:38

2M ago1:08:38

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This episode is a goldmine for land investors and urban enthusiasts! Kevin Riles, the mastermind behind Sightline Planning, dives deep into the world of land investing, revealing the secrets to turning dirt into dollars. From the nuts and bolts of zoning and planning to the lucrative world of rooming houses, Kevin shares strategies that can superch…

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What's the Difference Between Fixed-Rate and Adjustable-Rate Mortgages? 5:30

2M ago5:30

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Two primary mortgage types are often considered when looking at home financing options: fixed-rate mortgages and adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs). Each mortgage type offers distinct advantages and potential drawbacks, depending on the borrower’s financial situation, market conditions, and long-term plans. This episode will delve into the details of…

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Rethinking The Wood Supply Chain 48:01

2M ago48:01

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How can we build better supply chains for the built world? When it comes to the inconceivably vast amount of wood we use in our buildings, one “simple” way is to use less virgin material and use more wood that would otherwise not make it to market. Instead it would be destined to decompose and emit its carbon into the sky. What if, instead, the for…

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Into The Goldilocks Zone (PREVIEW) 4:27

2M ago4:27

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Recently, the eponymous founders of venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz went public in announcing their support for Trump in order to protect what they called "little tech" – as opposed to "big tech" To them, little tech basically means startups, which they believe are under threat from "bad government policies". While big tech is trying to en…

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CrowdStruck 28:29

2M ago28:29

28:29

You are no doubt aware that the world suffered a fairly significant IT outage at the end of last week, affecting everything from TV broadcasts to supermarkets and airports. Turns out it was because of cybersecurity company CrowdStrike releasing a thoroughly bung update to Windows machines. In this ep, we talk about the incident, how susceptible the…

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EP 71 Innovative Material Testing w/ Build Environments 46:25

2M ago46:25

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Jarrett Davis, Principal Building Scientist at Built Environments, has over 20 years of experience in manufacturing, consulting, design, and installation of building enclosure products, he assists product manufacturers, architects, engineers, and contractors in improving products and projects focused on building science. Jarrett’s expertise has ear…

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S4 Ep.17 | How International Conflicts Impact Your REI Business 54:18

2M ago54:18

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How do global conflicts shape your bottom line? Chandler and Neal break down the complex link between international tensions and real estate. From property values to population shifts, discover how to turn global chaos into real estate opportunities. Tune in for insights on market trends, cost of living, and market-driven solutions. Show notes: 0:5…

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What Are Zombie Mortgages and How Can You Protect Yourself? 6:00

2M ago6:00

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There’s been increasing discussion about a term known as “Zombie Mortgage.” Many homeowners have found themselves unexpectedly dealing with this type of mortgage. A zombie mortgage usually happens with a second mortgage. It occurs when a homeowner believes their second mortgage has been forgiven or forgotten, but it still exists. These mortgages, m…

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The Tech Trump Turn (PREVIEW) 6:40

2M ago6:40

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A recent political incident involving the former president provide a stress test of X under Elon Musk. It also provides us with an opportunity to do a side-by-side comparison of how it was reported on the various post-twitter clones: Threads, Bluesky and Mastodon. Additionally, the several loud noises at the Trump rally led to a cascade of Silicon …

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How Modular Developers Can Conserve Water & Build for the Future w/ RainStick 18:33

2M ago18:33

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Send us a text Sean McFetridge, CEO of RainStick, discusses the importance of water conservation in building projects, highlighting his company's innovative shower technology and water-efficient solutions. Sean also talks about the opportunities for modular builders and developers to promote the long-lasting value of sustainable solutions in water-…

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Housing Crisis | Revolutionizing Build-to-Rent Development, with a16z-backed Mosaic CEO Salman Ahmad 50:19

2M ago50:19

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Salman Ahmad is the CEO and Co-founder of a16z-backed Mosaic, a construction technology company that builds software that makes homebuilding more scalable and efficient. Mosaic was founded in 2017 by Salman and Sep Kamvar, whom were two computer scientists working together at MIT and Stanford developing machine learning algorithms applied in the re…

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Investigating Real Estate Agent Drip 31:34

2M ago31:34

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Real estate tech is an underrated part of the broader tech ecosystem. From listing and buying platforms to property management apps and everything in-between, there's a suite of tech solutions for selling, buying, renting, investing and just having a squiz at property. In this ep, we take a little tour through real estate tech, which mostly ends up…

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S4 Ep.16 | Master Your Taxes, Master Your Future 1:13:35

2M ago1:13:35

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This episode is your roadmap to navigating the complexities of taxation and its impact on your success. We'll explore how a master in Tax Law, Johann Du Plessis, can give you an edge, unpack the fairness of the current system, and delve into critical issues like Canada's real estate market and the future of business regulation. Tune in to gain the …

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What Are Mortgages and Why Do They Matter? 5:13

2M ago5:13

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When buying a house, most people will put down a down payment and then pay off the remaining balance through a mortgage. However, many may not realize that, over time, they pay more than the home’s actual value due to interest. It’s interesting how few people fully understand mortgages, even though they have one on their property. Join Anita on Rea…

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ep4 The Impact of Mental Health on Rural Homelessness 27:16

2M ago27:16

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In this episode of the Rural Homelessness Podcast, Matt McChlery discusses the topic of mental health and its impact on people who have experienced rural homelessness. He interviews Marianne Watson, the Integrated Neighbourhood Program Manager for the Fenland Locality for the NHS, and Coryn Price, an NHS Community Psychiatric Nurse. They discuss th…

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Episode 74: Patching New Guinea 54:37

2M ago54:37

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Tom makes a 4 module system using the Michigan Synthworks SY0.5 and Industrial Music Electronics Kermit MK3 as the only voices and creates an improv jam/track.By tom davis

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Who Made This? (PREVIEW) 3:21

2M ago3:21

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This is a free preview of a premium episode. To subscribe to Down Round Premium and get access, head here. While the northern hemisphere is on summer holiday, we grind. Given there's not much tech news floating around as a result, we continued the discussion of AI from last episode – this time getting wildly philosophical about legal rights and the…

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You're Spending How Much On Graphics Cards? 36:00

2M ago36:00

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Over the past few weeks, several equity reports – from the likes of Goldman Sachs and Barclays – have sounded the alarm on the amount of capital expenditure currently being spent by the tech industry on building out AI capacity. Analysts and investors are asking: how are you going to pay for all this? And how long do we have to wait for that? In th…

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Modular Part 2 - Working Skillfully Within Constraint 46:35

2M ago46:35

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Today we’re continuing the conversation on modular construction w/ Rommel Sulit and Chris Krager. Buckle up for some quotable quotes and impactful ideas in this episode. A recurring theme from part 1 is present here. Could it be the case that because modular delivery must rethink basic assumptions, it may be the first area of the AEC to do what the…

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EP 70 Solving Skilled Labor Shortage w/ The Contractor Consultants 41:36

2M ago41:36

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Matthew DiBara is a public speaker and skilled trades entrepreneur, currently the 4th generation owner of DiBara Masonry, a family business with a rich history in masonry since the early 1900s. Facing challenges in finding reliable hires as his company expanded, Matt co-founded The Contractor Consultants to help contractors build successful teams. …

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S4 Ep.15 | Your Real Estate Survival Guide for Affordable Housing 56:45

2M ago56:45

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Feeling the squeeze of the affordable housing market? Don’t worry…Chandler and Neal are here to help! They’ll be diving deep into the nitty-gritty of building costs, immigration's impact, and why resale homes might be your secret weapon. Calling all real estate rockstars! Buckle up for inflation-busting strategies and learn how to pivot your busine…

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