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The Build Show Podcast

Follow Matt Risinger on the Build Show Podcast as he discusses Building Science, Craftsmanship, & Best Practices for Building & Remodeling. Matt is a Builder who specializes in Architect Driven & Fine Craftsmanship Work.

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00:41:51

So You Want to Be a Builder, Pt. 1

The Build Show Podcast ·

2022/10/28

On this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt goes deep with guest Will King of High Cotton Homes outside of Huntsville, Alabama. They discuss their different experience in the industry; Matt, with a few decades, and Will as a relative newcomer to the field. Will shares his fears over making the decision to leave the security and benefits of being a paramedic/firefighter to be a builder. They talk about how they handled the grueling hours of the trade and the benefits of being self-employed

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00:50:45

Selecting an Architect or Designer

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2022/10/21

In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Jake Bruton, owner of Aarow Building out of Missouri, joins Matt, and they go deep into how to select an architect or designer. How do you choose a designer? How do you find an architect? What should builders expect from blueprints from a designer or architect? Should you look for one-person companies or larger firms? How hands-on do you want them to be? How much should a set of plans cost? Listen in to hear about Matt's ah-ha moment, their past

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00:31:07

Using Social Media for Your Construction Business

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2022/10/14

On this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt and drywall expert Lydia go deep about social media and how it affects their businesses. Learn how Lydia got started on social media (find her at @drywallshorty on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok) and what that's meant for her business, personal brand, and future. They also discuss tips and tricks for those in the industry that may want to create their own social media presence and what it takes to succeed.Don't miss a single episode of

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00:50:17

Handling a Downturn in the Economy

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2022/10/07

Download Breakthrough Academy's Bullet-Proof Budget for Builders here: https://trybta.com/bsn-budget Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

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00:26:01

Building in the Near Future

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2022/09/30

Today's episode of The Build Show Podcast is part 2 of last week's video, where Matt and Architect Steve Baczek went deep into the building industry's past and present. This week, they'll head for the future and discuss what they see coming down the pipeline. What does the future hold for a well-built house? Is it CLT? Can the building community solve the problems they've created? Don't miss this episode. Do you agree with Matt and Steve?Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up

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00:39:46

Building Today vs. in the Past

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2022/09/23

On this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt and his guest, Architect Steve Baczek, go deep into their past, present, and future in the first of a two-part series. They discuss Steve's work with the Building Science Corporation and the opportunities that shaped his career as a new architect. Steve shares what high-performance homes looked like in the late 90s and 2000s. Matt shares his building science story as well, discussing his time as a "warranty guy" in the early 2000s in the pacific

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00:36:12

Episode 61: Reaching the New Builder with BSN New...

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2022/09/16

On this episode of the Build Podcast, Matt introduces us to Will King, the newest Build Show Network contributor. Find out how Will got into the trade and transformed his passion for building into a successful design build company working on custom homes. They’ll talk about personal business strategies, investment properties, and what to expect from Will as he joins the team. Will plans to focus on reaching the new builders getting into the profession to encourage the art of building science. In a

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00:42:47

Travis Brungardt Introduction

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2022/09/09

On this episode of The Build Podcast, Matt speaks with another of our new contributors: Travis Brungardt, builder, remodeler, and licensed tradesman. Travis' business, Catalyst Construction, is in Prairie Village, Kansas. His focus on The Build Show is to encourage the next generation of builders and tradespeople. He holds two trade licenses: mechanical and electrical. Join Matt and learn why Travis got into the business, why he got two trade licenses, why he joined The Build Show, and what is

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00:42:29

Bryan Uhler Introduction

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2022/09/02

On this episode of the Build Show, Matt interviews one of our new content experts, Bryan Uhler of Pioneer Builders. If you haven't watched any of his videos, you should. He's doing some great things up in the Pacific Northwest. Bryan's a second-generation builder. His father served in the Vietnam War in the Army Real Estate Corps and returned to, eventually, start Pioneer Builders. Bryan grew up in the business and didn't believe he would stay in the industry. He now co-runs Pioneer Building with

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00:42:00

Continuing Education for Builders, Remodelers, & the...

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2022/07/29

In this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt talks to Joe Cook and Travis Brungardt of Catalyst Construction in Prairie Village, Kansas. They touch on Catalyst's history and how it is a one-stop shop for renovations and building. Then, they go deep and discuss continuing education for those in the trade. Between them, Travis and Joe hold four licenses that require at least eight hours of education per license. They talk about how their continuing education requirements ignited their passion for

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00:53:46

Steve and Retired Home Depot CMO Talk About Building...

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2022/07/22

On this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt has a guest host for you: Steve Lesem, CEO of The Build Show Network. Steve interviews Trish Mueller, former Chief Marketing Officer of Home Depot. Trish has had a successful career in retail and just had a custom home built and was delighted with the process. They dive deep into what that process was and what, in Trish's opinion, made it a success. They touch on owner expectations, budgeting, and picking a builder they trust. If you're a builder,

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00:48:29

Tankless Water Heaters

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2022/07/15

On this episode of The Build Show Podcast, Matt and Tim Greer do some myth-busting! Tim Greer works at Rinnai, and they get nerdy and dig a little deeper into tankless water heaters. You'll hear compelling arguments to move to tankless, including outdoor mounting and the lengths Rinnai goes to protect its units from freezing. They also debunk some of the myths out there about tankless water heaters and really run the numbers: heating deltas and shower-head flow, traditional venting vs. PVC

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00:49:03

Tight Houses vs Leaky Houses

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2022/07/08

In this episode of the Build Podcast, Matt and Kristof Irwin go deep into the subject of mechanical design; duct layout, equipment selection, diffuser selection, and how to run it all through a home with the ultimate goal of occupant comfort and system efficiency. They discuss how builders can get upstream of the HVAC layout so that mechanical designers don't have to make the best of a build that doesn't include room for heating and cooling systems. They define building science and discuss

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00:40:13

Drywall and Finishes

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2022/07/01

On this episode of the Build Podcast, Matt is joined by our very own Lydia Crowder and Brent Hull.Today, our experts are talking drywall and wall finishes. Brent walks us through some of the history of American home building, and how we got from wattle and daub to wire lathe to the plethora of finishing styles today. They discuss finish levels throughout the market and walk through certain applications techniques for several.You can find Matt at @risingerbuild, Lydia at @drywallshorty, and Brent

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00:33:51

Episode 53: Why Wood Over Other Products

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2022/06/24

On this episode of the Build Show podcast, Matt and guest Robbie Davis, owner of Delta Millworks, an architectural mill and experts in shou-sugi-ban. Matt and Robbie discuss wood as infrastructure and how the industry moved away from its use in outdoor locations like siding, decks, and fascia, but are now using wood more than ever. They talk about forest management, sustainability, and tree farming. If you're a builder, tune in to learn about "pickled wood" and more.Don't miss a single episode of

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00:48:53

Episode 52: Waterproofing Homes and Wood

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2022/06/17

On this episode of the Build Podcast, Matt speaks to Brian Long, one of the best builders Matt's ever met. Brian is the owner of Brian Long Custom Homes, and he and Matt met back in 2015. The two Texas-based builders discuss waterproofing, covering everything from the "double burrito" to a few of their waterproofing mistakes.Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

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00:54:52

Episode 51: Foundations, Framing Approaches, Role of...

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2022/06/10

On this episode of the Build Podcast, Matt meets with Witt Smith, a second generation engineer to discuss residential engineering. They discuss alternative building systems like SIPs panels, insulated concrete forms, and ICFs. Are these alternative methods just hype, or is all the buzz justified?Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

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00:46:18

Episode 50: Best Plumbing Specs

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2022/06/03

On this episode of the Build Podcast, Matt and Eric Aune are going to take a deep dive into the best plumbing specs. They'll compare plumbing systems and nerd out over PEX. They touch on Viega and Uponor products, talk about copper piping, and Eric shares his experience with dry fitting. They even touch on plumbing for the zombie apocalypse and PTC (Push to Connect) systems. Whether you're a builder, a plumber, or a project manager, you don't want to miss this episode of The Build Show

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00:46:19

Episode 49: Everything You Need to Know About...

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2022/05/27

On this episode of the Build Podcast, Matt and Steve Baczek are going to break down everything he knows about Building Science in just about 30 minutes. Whether you’re a veteran of building science or not, this episode is going to be valuable. What you’ll learn: The true definition of the term building science The role of climate, location and water in your builds Were houses built better in the past? Four things that happen when you understand building scienceDon't miss a single episode of Build

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00:27:35

Episode 48: What the American Workman Wears (And Why...

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2022/05/20

On this episode of the Build Podcast, Matt is joined by Brian Ciciora, CEO and Founder, Truewerk Workwear, to talk about the story of the American workman and why what you wear on the job matters. Think about it—everything you communicate, what you wear, and how you present yourself is a big deal for your business, so this episode will dive into innovations that protect the American worker, including better, more durable fabrics that look good (and don’t have to be ironed out of the wash). Listen in

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