Best Architecture Portfolio Podcasts (2025)

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Renovating? With technology, seeing is believing with Scott Nicholson 18:06

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People don't know what they want until they see it, and that's certainly the case when it comes to renovating a home. Director of Design Plus Drafting, Scott Nicholson, is embracing that theory having adopted fly-through technology that allows clients to see and experience first-hand what their project will look like – well before a hammer is lifte…

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How to Win Work Without a Big Portfolio (with Lance Cayko) 46:21

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#36: In this episode, I sit down with Lance Cayko, Principal & Co-founder of F9 Productions, F12 Development, F14 Construction, and co-host of Inside the Firm, to tackle one of the biggest myths in architecture: “I need a portfolio in a new market before I can win work there.” Lance shares how he and his partner Alex built F9 from nothing into a ve…

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Test Code Migration not Test Cases 17:04

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By Alan Richardson

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Revit Rookie to Digital Leader: Jon Arnott's Path to Adeptus 53:47

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By Architecture Social, Stephen Drew

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Marketing For Busy Architects (with Mark Zweig) 46:07

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#35: I sit down with Mark Zweig, Founder & Chairman of Zweig Group, to unpack one of the most common frustrations I hear from architects: “How do I market when I don’t have time?” Mark shares why time is never the real issue, why most architects confuse marketing with selling, and how small, consistent actions build a pipeline that reduces pressure…

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Portfolio fatigue and the changing nature of borrowing, with Matthew Dimos 19:26

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Can you afford to borrow for an investment? Should you pay off your mortgage completely? What is portfolio fatigue? How do you begin to start to making sense of the ever-changing landscape of borrowing and all the complications that go along with it? Theodora sits down with Director of Clarence Finance, Matthew Dimos, to answer those questions and …

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How To Eliminate Bad Fit Clients (with Justin Smith) 42:37

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#34: How often do you actually ask whether a project is the right fit for your firm? In this episode, I sit down with Justin Smith, a structural engineer turned operations and strategy advisor, to tackle a problem most firms quietly wrestle with: saying “yes” to the wrong projects. We unpack why “how do we win this?” is the wrong first question, ho…

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Building a Job-Hunting Portfolio for Software Development and Testing 23:17

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Should you have an online portfolio showcasing your Software Development and Testing skills to help get a job? It really depends on the recruitment process. But... if I'm recruiting, and you have a profile then I will have looked at it. So it better be good. Most Software Developers and Testers don't have public portfolios so that means you can rea…

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How To Attract Design-Driven Clients (with Evelyn Lee) 35:00

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#33: Architects often ask the wrong question: “How do I attract clients who actually value design?” In this episode, I sit down with Evelyn Lee, Founder of Practice of Architecture, to unpack why that question is flawed and what architects should be asking instead. We dive into how clients really make decisions, why design alone isn’t the deciding …

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Respect in Software Testing and Development 21:47

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Software Testing deserves respect. Doesn't it? But so does every role in Software Development: managers, testers, QA, programmers, Product, Everyone. This is for you. Ever feel like you’re not getting the respect that you deserve in your job? This episode dives deep into the topic of Respect in tech, especially focusing on software testing versus p…

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Where smart investors are buying, off-market deals and more with Buyers' Agent, Christopher Paino 18:49

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In this episode of the Home & Finance Podcast, Theodora sits down with Buyers Agent Christopher Paino from The Buyers' Alliance to uncover not only what a buyers' agent can do for you, but also spill the beans on where savvy investors are putting their money right now, plus the 'unicorn' concept of off-market deals. Whether you’re an investor looki…

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How To Raise Your Architecture Fees (with Robert Yuen) 39:11

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#32: Every architect wrestles with the same question: How do I raise my fees without losing clients? In this episode, I sit down with Robert Yuen, CEO & Co-Founder of Monograph, to unpack exactly that. We dive into why raising fees is essential for the health of your firm, what policies and benchmarks to use, and how to avoid the biggest pitfalls f…

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Secrets of Client-Winning Architecture Websites (with Nikita Morell) 35:27

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#31: Most architects struggle with the same big question: What should my website actually be doing for me? In this episode, I sit down with Nikita Morell, the go-to copywriter and messaging strategist for architects, to break it down step by step. Together we explore how to move beyond a “pretty portfolio” site and create a website that wins the ri…

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Unlocking Off Market Property Secrets: A Direct to Vendor Masterclass with Keith Firmin #178 47:22

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Send us a text Meet Mr DTV, Keith Firmin. He's the mind behind the highly entertaining Instagram account and someone I now call a friend. Starting his career in the Metropolitan Police as so often happens, Keith and his wife Kim, burnt out. Looking for that elusive freedom, they discovered property investing promptly leaving London and settling in …

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Software Testing Strategy vs Planning The Strategy Episode 29:37

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Software Testing typically confuses a Test Strategy Document with the process of strategising. Alan Richardson simplifies the over complicated world of test strategy. Drawing on years of experience creating test strategies and plans, Alan explains the real difference between strategy, approach, and plan. Explaining that what really matters isn’t fo…

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Why Radical Transparency is Your Secret RFP Weapon (with Lisa Sauve of SYNECDOCHE) 40:30

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#30: Lisa Sauve, CEO and Principal of SYNECDOCHE, joins us to reveal how her Detroit-based architecture studio won a major cultural project in a new market by pushing back against the original RFP. PS - If you’re a growth-minded firm owner or leader, apply to join us inside The Studio - https://growthitect.com/studio Learn more about SYNECDOCHE: ht…

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Merging heritage with contemporary architecture 19:04

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Are heritage property's a problem? Or an opportunity? Principal Architect and Founder of Crush Architecture, Carlo Russo, joins Theodora for an in-depth discussion on merging heritage with contemporary architecture, dispelling many misconceptions about heritage properties along the way! With over fifteen years of expertise in Heritage and High Ener…

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1-Year-Old Architecture Studio Lands Major NYC Client (Alexander Buckeridge of Studio Bucky) 33:29

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#29: Alexander Buckridge returns to Growthitect just over a year into launching Studio Bucky, revealing how he landed his biggest project yet. We dive deep on Bucky’s strategies, lessons, and mindset shifts behind continued growth as a new firm owner. PS - If you’re a growth-minded firm owner or leader, apply to join us inside The Studio - https://…

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How To Land Massive Clients With a Small Team (Joseph Cole of Culture Architecture and Design) 40:29

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#28: Joseph Cole, CEO and founder at Culture Architecture and Design, joins us to share how building a strong studio culture can be the foundation for scaling a successful firm. In this episode, we dive into Joseph's unconventional strategies for landing massive projects with a small team and the mindset shifts that set his practice apart. PS - If …

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Software Testing Job Market with Jack Cole 59:34

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Are you trying to figure out how to break into the software testing job market or make your next big move? This episode of the Evil Tester Show dives deep into the realities of tech recruitment, job search strategies, and career planning for testers - with recruitment veteran Jack Cole from WEDOTech.uk - Whether you're an experienced Test manager, …

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Can “Try Before You Buy” Work for Architects? (with Cavin Costello of The Ranch Mine) 43:26

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#27: Cavin Costello, Principal at The Ranch Mine, joins the show to talk about the bold new strategy he and his wife are championing: designing and building model homes that double as short-term rentals and immersive client experiences. We dive into the risks, logistics, and big opportunities behind their approach and what it could mean for archite…

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Small Practice, Big Impact: Claire Nash on Cash Flow, Clients and Confidence 56:23

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Charging 50% upfront. Blogging to get work. Teaching part-time and even working as a dinner lady in the early days. From just herself to a team of six. Refusing to play the “starving artist” trope. Claire Nash isn’t just running an architecture practice - she’s rewriting the manual. In this honest, funny and practical conversation, Claire breaks do…

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This Week In Wealth: What's going on with bonds? Warning sign, rare opportunity or both? #177 14:36

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Send us a text In this episode of This Week in Wealth I discuss our inaugural Women's Investment Boardroom, the current state of the markets and double click on the implications of rising bond yields. I also ask if the volatility of Bitcoin means it's classified as an investment, speculation, or gambling. The main discussion centres around the impo…

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What Great Architects Do After Winning the Job (with Jenn Rittler of Moody Nolan) 41:29

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#26: Jenn Rittler, Associate Principal at Moody Nolan, provides a deep dive into one of the most overlooked parts of winning work: what happens after the contract is signed. Using the massive, multi-phase Penn State Intramural Building as a case study, Jenn shares how great firms keep earning trust long after the kickoff meeting. From joining proje…

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Broadcast journalism and life at sea: Dr Judy Aslett’s take on sailing, storytelling and social impact #176 47:28

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Send us a text I've waited a long time to interview my longtime friend Dr Judy Aslett on the Prosperity Podcast. A former foreign correspondent for Channel Four, Judy is a seasoned journalist, documentary filmmaker and co-creator of the popular YouTube channel Sailing Fair Isle. Together with her partner Steve, they dive into the realities of life …

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Writing, Curating, Strategising: Lucy Bullivant’s Urbanist Toolkit 49:57

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Award-winning author, strategist and curator Lucy Bullivant joins us to spill the tea on what it really takes to shape cities that work – and why good urbanism needs more than just good design. We dive into her journey from writing "Masterplanning Futures" to curating edutainment exhibitions, chairing design review panels and working hands-on with …

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This Week in Wealth: Will the interest rate cut mean house prices increase? Yes, and now is the time to buy according to property expert Eyeedul #175 24:22

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Send us a text For This Week in Wealth I caught up with property expert Eyeedul Haque on the recent Bank of England rate cut and April's property price numbers. We explore how interest rate changes affect buyer behaviour, mortgage rates and the rental market, while also analysing transaction trends and approval rates. Find out why Eyeedul believes …

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Why Most Architects Shouldn’t Be Developers (But Some Should) ft. Ben Richards 57:37

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Ben Richards gave up the drawing board for the developer’s desk and now he’s got four businesses, millions in property deals, and a lot of stories from the front lines. In this episode, we dig into the nitty-gritty of going from architect to real estate entrepreneur - what actually happens when you swap the studio for the site, the hard truths abou…

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Contemplative nutrition and the truth about modern diets with Huel cofounder James Collier #174 52:23

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Send us a text James Collier returns to the pod this episode. James, a former NHS dietician and cofounder of Huel opens up for an honest conversation about the future of food, body image, misinformation and his excellent new book Well Fed: How modern diets are failing us and what we can do about it. James takes us from his early days in NHS dieteti…

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This Week In Wealth: The first AI law firm launches in the UK, the FCA Eases Red Tape and the BoE Cuts Rates #173 15:27

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Send us a text This podcast is all about the acronyms - the SRA regulates an AI law firm, the FCA eases red tap and the BoE cuts rates. Today I discuss various financial topics including market trends, the impact of the Bank of England's interest rate cut, and the FCA's regulatory changes aimed at simplifying financial advice and the mortgage marke…

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The Future of Content: Brainwaves, AI and building a content empire with Michael Becker #172 41:50

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Send us a text Ever wondered how cutting edge technology can transform content creation and consumption? In this episode of The Prosperity Podcast I welcome Michael Becker, founder of Neo Core and author of “Content Capitalist: How to Create a Content Business.” Michael shares his remarkable journey from pioneering EEG technology that adapts audio …

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This Week In Wealth: Navigating the UK economy, challenges and opportunities #171 19:22

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Send us a text In this episode of This Week in Wealth I discusses the current state of the UK economy, including market performance, inflation and potential financial shocks. I highlight the challenges posed by rising costs of living and the impact of economic policies. Despite the grim outlook, there are some positive developments in the entrepren…

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How Perkins&Will Won A Groundbreaking Public School Project (with Laura Gwyn, Managing Director) 43:47

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#25: What does it take to win one of the most groundbreaking public school projects in the US? Laura Gwyn, Managing Director at Perkins&Will, joins Tyler Suomala to share how her team secured the first Living Building Certified public school. From building a mission-driven team to delivering a pitch that combined expertise with authenticity, Laura …

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How can businesses proactively support mental health and create thriving workplaces? We ask Anwen Cooper #170 36:02

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Send us a text In this episode I welcome Anwen Cooper, mission director and cofounder of Thrivall, to explore the intersection of mental health, workplace wellbeing and proactive counselling. Drawing from extensive experience in strategic marketing, mental health advocacy and even yoga, Anwen offers valuable perspectives on building resilient, supp…

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This Week In Wealth: Will the Bank of England cut interest rates three more times this year? And are British wines losing their fizz? #169 18:47

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Send us a text In this episode of This Week in Wealth I discuss various financial topics including the IMF predictions that the Bank of England will slash interest rates three times this year, in spite of stubbornly high inflation. We also discuss the race to invest in cash ISAs ahead of rumoured changed. I take a deep dive into the English wine ma…

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Renovating Mies van der Rohe’s Seagram Building with Marc Spector (How He Got the Job) 46:40

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#24: Marc Spector, founder of Spector Companies, unpacks landing one of the most iconic projects of his career: a commission inside the legendary Seagram Building by Mies van der Rohe. No flashy pitches. No designs. Just pure, relationship-driven strategy. In this conversation, Marc breaks down how trust, intuition, and human connection led his tea…

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How resilient is the UK housing market? A candid conversation with mortgage broker and first time novelist Martin Stewart #168 53:08

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Send us a text Nicole Bremner welcomes back Martin Stewart to the Prosperity Podcast, veteran mortgage broker, founder of London Money and now published author for a frank and insightful look at the resilience of the UK housing market, the shifting shape of consumer debt and how society’s expectations around money, property and success are evolving…

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This Week In Wealth: Whoopsie Bitcoin! Why crypto's not the safe haven it was meant to be and the Great Relocation - where are SMEs moving? #167 13:38

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Send us a text "Tread with caution if investing in Bitcoin." In this episode of This Week In Wealth, I discuss the current economic landscape for SMEs, including trends in business relocation, financial support options and even TikTok's new support for small business. I also explores the recent fluctuations in gold and Bitcoin prices, emphasising t…