Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr, CEO of Mayflower-Plymouth, said, “The construction industry doesn’t have to be so resource-intensive. If construction companies start using better materials like mushroom bricks or upcycled prefab bricks and better systems like additive manufacturing using locally sourced natural materials… Then a lot of progress will be made.”
To learn how to make that progress, you need to listen to the best construction podcast you can find. That’s where innovations and new ways of building buildings are shared. Here’s our list of the 16 best podcasts for general contractors.
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1.The Art of Construction
This long-running podcast, with eight years under its belt, may be the most informative construction podcast today. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and more, host Devon Tilly interviews expert guests in the construction field for shows in the Blue Collar Warrior Series, the Artificial Intelligence Series, and the Building an IT House Series among others.
Every episode is accompanied by show notes that include links to promotions, products, and other sites mentioned during the episode. One of the best episodes to start with is Giving Your Business a Leg Up in the Construction Industry, with Jason Brown, President of Ascent Builders, who grew his small construction business into a full-service contracting company.
2.Construction Brothers
Sixth-generation builders Eddie and Tyler Campbell love construction, engineering, architecture, trades, technology, and giving each other a hard time on the air. If you’re searching the list of the best general contractor podcasts for the most entertaining, look no further. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Overcast or on the show’s website.
The brothers have arranged their show into seven “Starter Packs” to let you access the information you most want in a hurry: Trades, Logistics, Architects, Lifestyle, AI & Robotics, Leadership, and Subcontractors. One fun episode is Like Lego, which explores modular construction and asks which came first, the modules or the modular design.
3.The Construction Engineering Show
Host Bob Hildebranski has more than 30 years of experience “in the dirt” as a licensed civil engineer. On the podcast, he discusses strategies, tactics, and tools that will help project managers, technicians, and civil and construction engineers working in both the site development and heavy civil industries in their day-to-day work.
You can listen to The Construction Engineering Show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Listen Notes. Most episodes are short, but they are infrequently published. One favorite episode is “Need to Knows” for Young Construction Engineers, where Bob discusses what young engineers who are interested in construction should know before embarking on that career path.
4.Future Construct
Amy Peck of EndeavorVR hosts this podcast, subtitled “Thought Leaders Discussing BIM and Construction Solutions for the AEC Industry.” Amy interviews the big names in AEC design, giving you a weekly peek into the finest minds in the ever-changing, always-evolving field of construction and virtual design.
This is the podcast for construction technologists, virtual designers, and IT professionals in construction-related fields. You can listen on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Audible, and Google Podcasts. A favorite episode is Episode 38 Featuring: Heather Widman — Championing Disruptive Ideas For a Better Built World at Building Ventures.
5.Connecting Construction
Evan Hill and Matt Sprague of e-Builder host this show, which was born out of a series of fireside chats they had on various webinars. Episodes feature analysts, contractors, and program managers who talk about what’s going right in their businesses. The show is geared toward program and project managers who want guidance and inspiration from their peers.
Evan and Matt also host a series of webinars discussing all the latest info from the world of construction project management. You can listen to their podcast on Spotify or on their website. A favorite episode is Rick Niederstadt & Bre Plier of MMSD, where the two engineers from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District talk about sustainability in the construction field.
6.The Construction Management Podcast
Damien Edwards and Jason Shipe host this highly entertaining podcast aimed at construction managers who want to learn from other people’s often hilarious mistakes. You can listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and other platforms, as well as on the website. Most episodes feature Damien and Jason speaking, though there are a few interviews thrown in for variety.
Episodes generally run from 20 to 40 minutes, making them easy to listen to on your daily commute. One favorite episode is Episode 46 — Difficult Clients and Bosses That Don’t Support You. Topics range from time management to gaining respect when you’re the new guy, and from owning your job site and managing expectations to personal development.
7.The ConTech Crew
If you’re a construction tech geek, you’ll love this show hosted by Josh Bone, James Benham, Rob McKinney, and Jeff Sample. The four are brutally honest about their passion for construction tech, and make it clear what ideas are pie-in-the-sky and which will give you the best bang for your buck. You can subscribe via the website to get the show in your inbox or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Spreaker.
This podcast is geared toward two audiences: construction pros who want to keep up with the latest and greatest in tech development, and contractors looking for the best ROI with their tech investments. A favorite episode is The Contechcrew 225: The Status Quo Is Your Main Competitor With Maria Khokhlova From TraceAir.
8.The Construction Life
This short-lived podcast from Manny, Mike, and Carlito gets up in the face of the construction industry. Never short on opinions, these three start out stating that “good enough” isn’t good enough, and they keep ruffling feathers from there. It’s bold, brash, entertaining, and informative. Listen on Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and on the website.
The trio also has a popular YouTube channel with videos showing walkthroughs of their ongoing projects. You should listen if you’re a tradesperson in the trenches who likes the real talk about what’s happening in construction. Keep in mind, though, that the show was produced in 2018. A favorite episode is Episode Five: Respect The Next Trade.
9.Elevate Construction Podcast
Hosted by Jason Schroeder, this podcast strives to elevate construction to a new level through training, interviews, and techniques to make it better for workers, customers, companies, and the industry in general. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Listen Notes, Amazon Podcasts, and the Elevate Construction website. The show is available every weekday morning at 5:00.
This show boasts over 600 episodes with topics as varied as the impact of physical intimacy in your relationships and how that affects your work in construction and how to create sustainable systems in whatever project you’re working on. A favorite episode is number 576 — Kanter’s Law, which states that “in the middle, everything looks like a failure.”
10.Construction Cents
Ruth King, the “Profitability Master,” hosts this podcast geared toward those interested in all the details of running a construction business; this is the most helpful podcast for your business. On Ruth’s website, you can find her best-selling books and upcoming training sessions that you might want to attend. Listen to the show on Apple Podcasts, Podbean, Spotify, Listen Notes, and Audible.
This weekly show has more than 225 episodes, covering every detail you could think of about operating a construction company. Topics range from dumb financial moves you might make in summer to how to prove to the customer that you did your job. One favorite episode is number 127 — Would you be Ready to Take Over if Your Dad had a Sudden Heart Attack?
11.The Peggy Smedley Show
Peggy Smedley has produced over 775 podcast episodes, including interviews with guests from AT&T, Microsoft, Princeton University, and ThyssenKrupp. Her show is geared toward CEOs and CIOs of construction firms, IT leaders, product manufacturers, and supply chain and procurement managers. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, and others.
It’s easy to get a well-rounded education in the Internet of Things and digital transformation by listening to this show, as most episodes run between eight and 15 minutes. In one favorite episode, 769 — The State of Housing, Peggy talks about the competitive housing market, how the pandemic has impacted it, and what the most desirable features in new homes are.
12.Bridging the Gap
Host Todd Weyandt looks for industry experts who are changing the landscape in construction to interview for this highly informative podcast. His mission is to share all the changes that are happening in MEP, AEC, and manufacturing. The show was voted the best construction podcast in 2020 by Construction Junkie. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or the website.
Episodes run the gamut from how wine is like construction to uncomplicating construction. With nearly 150 episodes, one favorite is number 130 — Avoiding the “Kodak Moment” in Construction, where Todd talks to Nolan Browne and Diana Fisler about how to accomplish incremental innovation, encourage growth mindsets, and break down systemic barriers in the industry.
13.CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio
This show ran from March 2016 through August 2021. Hosted by Missy Scherber, this show provides in-the-trenches perspectives from the people doing the work in construction, including construction company owners and industry experts, who talk about both their successes and the challenges that eventually led them to the success they enjoy today.
Catch the show on its website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, and Google Play. The hour-long podcast is best for construction professionals seeking expert advice. One favorite episode is number 124 — Doing The Extra Credit With Heath Hanna Of Contour Mining & Construction, where Missy and Heath discuss leadership and business growth, including taking the extra steps that your competitors won’t to help you stand out in your local market.
14.The Construction Leading Edge Podcast
Todd Dawalt hosts this show, which claims to be the number one podcast for construction business owners. With over 250 episodes, this long-running show is geared toward business owners, project managers, and executives who want to grow their businesses and increase revenue. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or YouTube.
Episodes cover a wide variety of topics, from hitting the reset button on your construction business to hiring and recruiting mistakes you should avoid. One favorite episode is number 152 — Will Your Business Go On if This Happens? Let’s Talk Business Continuity. In it, Todd talks about the biggest points of failure in construction companies and how to mitigate them.
15.Construction DorkCast
An unnamed group of friends hosts this podcast where they geek out over the latest trends in the construction industry and have a blast doing it. When they’re not going nuts themselves, they bring in expert guests to talk about industry updates, new technology, and other areas related to improving the industry as a whole. Listen on the website, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.
The podcast is geared toward construction industry professionals and anyone interested in the field. A favorite episode is number 49 — I’m Not Sentient, YOU’RE Sentient! In it, the dorks discuss AI and ML, eventually coming to the conclusion that it’s time to bow to our robot overlords, at least in the construction industry.
16.Power to the Trades
This “Subcontractor Construction Technology Podcast” is created with contractors and people in the trades, so they can learn about the newest technologies to help them improve a construction project’s safety, productivity, and sustainability. Host Rob McKinney has a new guest on each episode, which you can listen to on the podcast’s website, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.
In a favorite episode, Rob interviews Rachael Costly, who talks about how construction software must be simple and easily adaptable to the needs of the contractor, especially in light of economic crises and labor shortages. They also discussed how to improve the use of software in the coming year.
The best podcasts for general contractors are a varied lot. Some are highly entertaining, others are more informative, and a few win the category of best for your business. Pick one to start out, so you don’t get overwhelmed with too much information coming at you too quickly. Whatever your personality and business needs are, there’s a best construction podcast out there for you.
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