Best Bradley University Podcasts (2025)

For decades, legendary magician David Blaine has completed record-breaking stunts that defy the impossible: He has held his breath for more than 17 minutes, was buried alive for seven days, frozen alive for three days, fasted for 44 days, caught a bullet fired from a gun in his mouth, and so much more. In his new National Geographic series David Bl…

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467 :: American Hero Admiral James Stockdale: More Than a Paradox, More Than a Punchline[Replay] 19:10

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In episode 467, we flash back to December of 2021 to revisit the life and leadership philosophy of American war hero and former Vice Presidential candidate Admiral James Stockdale. The episode focuses on his experiences as a prisoner of war in Vietnam and his stoic approach to surviving extreme adversity. Hartmann delves into Stockdale's key influe…

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Surfing The Waves Of The American Culture War, with David Litt 59:22

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In 2020, David Litt, former senior speech writer to President Obama, moved from Washington DC to the Jersey Shore, and felt the need for a jolt of life amidst the pandemic. So he did what anyone would do: David decided he needed to learn to surf. As a sensible Yale-educated, New York Times best selling author, David knew he needed help. And that’s …

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466 :: Leading Like Every Game Matters: Author John W. Miller on How Earl Weaver Tricked, Tormented, and Reinvented Baseball 31:39

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In episode 466 of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartmann delves into John W. Miller’s new book, 'The Last Manager: How Earl Weaver Tricked, Tormented, and Reinvented Baseball.' Hartmann explains why this is the best leadership book he’s read in the past two years, highlighting Weaver's innovative use of analytics and his unique …

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Rosa Parks: Beyond the Bus w. Dr. Jeanne Theoharis 1:05:01

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In today's episode of Good on Wood we speak to Dr Jeanne Theoharis about the life and legacy of Rosa Parks, exploring her role as a pivotal figure in the civil rights and black power movement in America. The conversation highlights her early activism, the impact of her faith, and the challenges she faced as a Black woman in the movement both during…

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#44 Ann Sussman and Kelsey Bradley: Cognitive Architecture – Stone Age Brains In A Modern World: What Neuroscience Can Teach Us About Making Places People Love 1:04:05

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What if the key to designing better cities wasn’t just in concrete, code, or cost, but in understanding how our brains actually work? In this episode, I talk with Ann Sussman and Kelsey Bradley of the Human Architecture and Planning Institute (HAPI) about a subject that’s as profound as it is underdiscussed: how our unconscious biology reacts to th…

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How To Walk Through—And Away From—A Digital World, with Craig Mod 51:23

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Craig Mod may think in binary code, but he does so from the perspective of a visual artist. Mod is…well, a lot of things. He’s a writer, a photographer, and a digital media designer. And he’s likely influenced your life, even if you have never heard his name. Craig worked on massive digital platforms, like Medium and Flipboard, and has spent two de…

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465 :: Arguing with Yourself: Unlocking Leadership Potential with Chad Raymond of Henry Co. 37:06

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In episode 465 of the Construction Leadership Podcast, host Bradley Hartman meets up with Chad Raymond, Division Director of the Henry Company. They discuss fostering innovation, team growth, and effective leadership. Listeners will learn actionable strategies to enhance their teams' innovativeness, including the importance of keeping an open mind,…

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LIVE! Matt Lyons, Katie Burrell, and Eeland Stribling Don’t Take This Seriously (From the Outside Festival) 57:10

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Three comedians walk into a festival…no, this isn’t a joke set up. This is exactly what happened in Denver, Colorado, at the second Outside Festival. Professional giggle-makers Matt Lyons, Katie Burrell, and Eeland Stribling joined host PaddyO on stage to discuss how the outdoors are really just one big punchline. After all, we spend our hard-earne…

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Episode 374: Chris Verde (Core-Restore Innovator) 56:41

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Podcast Interview Guide for Coach Kevin Furtado Guest: Chris Verdi – Muscle Activation Techniques (MATRx®) Specialist & Founder of Core Restore, HIP-A-LINE, and The Core Restore Training System™ INTRO TO CHRIS VERDI Chris Verdi is a certified MATRx® Specialist—the highest level of certification offered by Muscle Activation Techniques®, with onl…

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464 :: The Only Three Words That Matter in Business 15:11

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In episode 464, host Bradley Hartmann shares a personal story about his attempts to sell an executive of a multi-billion-dollar company on a new idea. It’s a story about persuasion, business development, and entrepreneurial resilience. Hartmann shares his journey of launching a startup after the great recession, including details about his struggle…

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Father Gerry Reynolds: Unity Pilgrim w. Rev. Ken Newell, Jonny Clark & Ed Petersen 1:20:39

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In today's episode of Good on Wood we speak to Rev. Ken Newell, Jonny Clark & Ed Petersen about the life and witness of the late Irish catholic priest and peacemaker Father Gerry Reynolds and his work to heal the wounds of North Ireland. Our conversation explores the complexities of "The Troubles," the historical context of British colonialism in I…

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#43 Isaac French: You Can Just Do Things – How a First-Time Developer Built One Of The Most Beloved Retreat Brands In The Country 1:10:48

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In this episode, I talk with Isaac French, founder of Live Oak Lake and one of the most thoughtful voices I’ve come across in the world of experiential real estate. Isaac’s story reads like an adventure novel: raised with eight siblings on a Texas farm, homeschooled, steeped in grit. Well before turning 30, he walked five acres of tangled brush – n…

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Father’s Day Special: Dad-Level Adventuring in the 70s, With PaddyO’s Dad 27:41

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If your father is like PaddyO’s dad, he probably likes to spin a yarn about his wild youth. Hearing about a father’s daring, scruffy, comedy-of-errors adventures is hilarious, but it also gives you a glimpse into how your old man became a man. And also old. And that winds up being a kind of crystal ball into your own past, present, and future, too.…

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Ep. #83, Observability Isn't Just SRE on Steroids with Dan Ravenstone 36:15

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In episode 83 of o11ycast, the Honeycomb team chats with Dan Ravenstone, the o11yneer. Dan unpacks the crucial, often underappreciated, role of the observability engineer. He discusses how this position champions the user, bridging the gap between technical performance and real-world customer experience. Learn about the challenges of mobile observa…

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463 :: Expert Builder Panel Shares on Delivering Value First—And What Not To Do: Brent Hull, Matthew Schmidt, Bobby Krueger, Nathan Marsh, Jose Berlanga, and Dennis Casey 34:31

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Episode 463 features the expert builder panel from the 6th Annual Sales Fundamentals Workshop held in April 2025 in Fort Worth. The panel features industry leaders Brent Hull of Hull Millwork, Matthew Schmidt of PulteGroup, Bobby Krueger of The Krueger Group and MAVREK Development, Nathan Marsh of V&M Development, Jose Berlanga of Tricon Homes, and…

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How Music Responds to the Place Where You Make It, With Goth Babe 45:16

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Griff Wasburn, better known to the world as musical act Goth Babe, had a drive to create since he was a child. He grew up in Tennessee running wild in the woods, skateboarding, and riding bikes on self-built tracks in his backyard. He filmed and scored short films of his adventures, and transformed old cardboard boxes into whatever he dreamt up. At…

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462 :: The Art of Leadership with Dr. Matt Reyes from the University of Oklahoma 36:32

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In episode 462, Dr. Matthew Reyes takes over as host to explore the University of Oklahoma's specialized MBA program tailored for construction professionals. Dr. Reyes and guest Bradley Hartmann discuss the origins of the program, challenges faced, and curriculum designed to build stronger leaders in the construction industry. Reyes and Hartmann de…

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#42 Charles Duff: North Atlantic Cities - The Forgotten Blueprint for the Future 1:08:09

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New episode out now with Charles Duff, author of The North Atlantic Cities. This is one I’ve wanted to record for years, ever since I read his book. Charles lays out a vision of city building that’s neither skyscraper-packed Manhattan nor endless suburban sprawl, but something in between. Something tested, timeless, and deeply human. We talk about …

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Climbing Everest is Easy Compared to Surviving an Abusive Parent, With Melissa Arnot Reid 45:43

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Melissa Arnot Reid’s mountaineering resume is a jaw dropping list of accomplishments; hundreds of summits of the world’s tallest, most dangerous peaks, including becoming the first American woman to summit Everest without supplemental oxygen. Melissa has an uncommon athletic prowess, but what truly fueled her mountain pursuits was a long held and l…

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461 :: Adam Kouri of DPR on Embracing Shadow Behaviors for Improved Leadership 31:52

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Episode 461 features a candid conversation between Bradley Hartmann and Adam Kouri from DPR Construction, exploring leadership, personal growth, and team dynamics. Listeners will gain insights into effective leadership strategies, including managing emotions under pressure, understanding "shadow behaviors," and building team health. The discussion …

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Ep. #82, Automating Developer Toil with Morgante Pell of Grit 38:40

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In episode 82 of o11ycast, Ken and Jess chat with Morgante Pell, the visionary behind Grit, an AI-powered agent designed to automate developer toil and technical debt. The discussion covers the evolution of AI in coding, the challenges of building and deploying AI agents, the future of combining code awareness with production awareness, and Grit’s …

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Daniel Moon, Interim Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs 24:27

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Bouncing Back From Heart Attacks, With Chef and Angler Ranga Perera 43:01

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In and around his home of Bozeman, Montana, Ranga Perera is highly sought after as a fly fishing pal and even more highly sought after as a personal chef. There’s nothing unusual about that combination, until you learn that his family came to the States in 1991 from Sri Lanka after a happy childhood was disrupted by a violent civil war. Less than a…

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460 :: Leadership Lessons From Glengarry Glen Ross Live on Broadway with TJ Shaheen 31:59

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In episode 460 Hartmann and TJ Shaheen (Executive Vice President at Builders’ General) record before and after segments while together in New York City as they saw Glengarry GlenRoss Live on Broadway starring Kieran Culkin, Bill Burr, and Bob Odenkirk (aka Saul from Better Call Saul). The conversation explores sales dynamics, leadership, and profes…

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Brad McMillan, Coordinator, Master's in Nonprofit Leadership and Executive Director, Institute for Principled Leadership in Public Service 15:48

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#41 Joachim Tantau: Sacred Geometry, Beauty, and the Universal Language of Nature 1:23:25

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In this episode, I sit down with Joachim Tantau–a cabinetmaker, artist, teacher, and occasional architect to explore the quiet power of sacred geometry. Joachim works at the intersection of tradition, craftsmanship, and cosmic math. His approach to design isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s about uncovering the fundamental order embedded in nature, m…

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The Benefits (and Drawbacks) of Adult Beginner-ness, With Mirna Valerio 44:43

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Everyone knows it’s important to try new things, but combating that internal voice, which begs us to stay within our comfort zone ain’t easy—even for a professional tryer of new things like Mirna Valerio. Known on the internet as The Mirnavator, Mirna knows what she’s talking about. She took up running in her late 30s, then road marathons, then tra…

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Ep. #81, Observability 3.0-vNext-final-DRAFT with Hazel Weakly and Matt Klein 40:36

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In episode 81 of o11ycast, Charity Majors and Martin Thwaites dive into a lively discussion with Hazel Weakly and Matt Klein on the evolving landscape of observability. The guests explore the concept of observability versioning, the challenges of cost and ROI, and the future of observability tools, including the potential convergence with AI and bu…

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459 :: Building Success Is Chess, Not Checkers with Jose Berlanga of Tricon Homes 39:35

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Episode 459 features Jose Berlanga, a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Tricon Homes in Houston, sharing insights about business, real estate development, and entrepreneurship. Berlanga discusses his journey from starting in various industries to becoming a successful home builder, emphasizing key lessons like developing contractor loyalty, bei…

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Patricia Saleeby, Director of Social Work 20:13

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Taking the Battle of the Sexes Outside, With Katie Burrell 43:07

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You probably know Katie Burrell from Instagram, where she’s built a sizeable following by skewering outdoor stereotypes and having World Cup race ski-sharp takes on how relationships live and die on trails of all sorts. But she’s also a seasoned standup comedian who wrote and starred in 2023’s homage to 80s ski comedies, “Weak Layers,” all of which…

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458 :: Confusion Kills Profits: The 45-Word Strategy Statement That Changed Everything 40:33

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In episode 458 of the Construction Leadership Podcast sponsored by LBM Journal and facilitated by Rick Schumacher, Bradley Hartmann deconstructs the elements of sales leadership detailed in his new book “The Air Raid Sales Offense.” Joining Hartmann are three industry leaders: Bob Eakin of Curtis Lumber (NY, VT), Tina Breen of Manufacturers Reserve…

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Carl Anderson, Associate Chair, Music Department 21:29

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#40 Inflation, Architecture, and the Death of Beautiful Buildings - a Yoeman Podcast Guest Episode 1:20:56

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A hundred years ago, people in small towns were building things that still stop us in our tracks. Two-story brick shops on the corner of Main and Commerce. Sturdy. Modest. Enduring. And beautiful. So the question is: what changed? I joined Geoff Graham on his Yeoman podcast, alongside Jaime Izurieta and Saifedean Ammous (author of The Bitcoin Stand…

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Episode 373: Coach Molly Goodenbour (Head Women's Basketball Coach at University of San Francisco) "The Lady Don's Player Development System" 1:21:39

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EDUCATION: Stanford - 1989-93 YEARS AT SAN FRANCISCO: Sept. 2016 - Present CAREER HIGHLIGHTS AT SAN FRANCISCO: Molly Goodenbour, a two-time national champion at Stanford who has over a decade of head coaching experience on the collegiate level, was named the ninth head coach in University of San Francisco women's basketball history on Sept. 28, 201…

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How to Hear the Minnesota Wilderness in a Guitar Chord, With Trampled By Turtles’ Dave Simonett 43:39

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Minnesota is not always top of mind when it comes to outdoor adventure, but it should be. Just ask lifelong “Land of 10,000 Lakes” local Dave Simonett, lead singer of Trampled By Turtles. Dave grew up in Mankato and spent his youth exploring its rolling woods. And when he formed Trampled in Duluth in 2003, something surprising happened. His love of…

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Ep. #80, Augmented Coding with Kent Beck 39:49

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In episode 80 of o11ycast, Ken Rimple and Jessica Kerr chat with Kent Beck about the emerging world of AI-assisted coding. Beck shares his experiences with "augmented coding," discussing the benefits, challenges, and the evolving relationship between developers and AI agents. They explore how these tools are changing software development practices …

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457 :: Craig Webb and Jon Vaughan on QXO’s Takeover of Beacon Roofing 26:50

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Episode 457 focuses on Brad Jacobs' recent acquisition of Beacon Roofing Supply, featuring insights from industry experts Craig Webb and Jon Vaughan. The discussion explores the strategic rationale behind the “hostile-adjacent” takeover, with Jacobs aiming to double Beacon's profits in three years using his proven playbook. Listeners will gain valu…

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David Daye ’23, Assistant Forensics Coach 17:35

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Desmond Tutu: Laughing in the Face of Empire w. Rev. René August & Rev. Edwin Arrison 1:15:33

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In today's episode of Good on Wood we speak to Reverend René August & Reverend Edwin Arrison about the life and legacy of Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Focusing on their personal relationships to the Bishop and his early influences, spirituality, radical action, and the profound impact Tutu had on the fight against Apartheid in South Africa. Together we…

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What Everyone Can Learn From Mount Everest, With Ben Ayers 42:10

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Ben Ayers has devoted his life to the Himalaya. If that conjures images in your mind of stone-faced mountaineers risking life and limb in pursuit of glory on the world’s highest peaks, you’ve got the wrong guy. Ben knows those guys and gals, but his experiences in these mountains are decidedly more down to Earth. In fact, despite living half the ye…

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456 :: The Curse of Yes: How Jim Valvano Burned Out and Why You’re at Risk Too 15:50

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In episode 456 host Bradley Hartmann explores the dangers of overcommitment through the lens of two contrasting figures: Jim Valvano, the national champion basketball coach at N.C. State and Cal Newport, the Georgetown University professor and author. Bradley reflects on Valvano's life, highlighting how his boundless energy and desire to seize ever…

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Dr. Ryan Reed, Department Chair, Political Science 29:28

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#39 Alli Thurmond Quinlan - The Field-Tested Guide to Terraforming Your City 1:41:22

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You’re not supposed to be good at everything. But somehow, Alli is. Architect, landscape architect, developer, GC, policy reformer, zoning translator, builder of teams, builder of trust, builder of actual buildings-it’s no wonder we spent the first five minutes of this episode just trying to list all the roles she plays. In this conversation, Alli …