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The B1M
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Oct 30, 2025 • 42min

Why Canada Blasted a Huge Hole Outside its Parliament - #163

This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why Canada Blasted a Huge Hole Outside its Parliament". Together, we discuss the insane engineering behind Canada's biggest ever building upgrade.This episode is sponsored by Sage. Learn more about Sage Intacct Construction here 👉 https://bit.ly/3J8sVSkLater in the episode, we cover:270 Park Avenue opens in New York = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQE_JV_jT5h/?img_index=1 Works progress on Taiwan’s Zaha Hadid-designed Danjiang Bridge = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQLGEJKgqMp/?img_index=1We end the show with an email from Sam Scorthorne.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 23, 2025 • 38min

Serbia’s Zaha Hadid Skyscraper, Gordie Howe Bridge Update, & Singapore’s New Waterfront Venue - #162

This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Singapore’s 30,000 seat new outdoor venue = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPgqHDkAqAK/?img_index=1Serbia’s Zaha Hadid designed skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPorYSsDT2x/?img_index=1Gordie Howe Bridge nears completion = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPOtV9HiPip/?img_index=1We end the show with emails from Adi and Caleb MetcalfGet in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 33min

Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands Adds a Fourth Tower and London’s 130 Fenchurch Street Skyscraper - #161

This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands adding a fourth tower = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPjR0O_DMjj/?img_index=1London’s 130 Fenchurch Street skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPcRBL1DWH_/?img_index=1We end the show with emails from Carl Trezza and Jason Murray.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 9, 2025 • 46min

Manchester United Scraps Stadium Design, and Do Logo's Belong on Skyscrapers? - #160

This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Manchester United scraps its stadium’s circus tent = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPJc0RxjUR9/?img_index=1Hangzhou’s Golden Sands Lake Grand Theatre = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOy9_B-DdRQ/?img_index=1Huge sinkhole opens up under Bangkok’s metro extension = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPBzG43iFWl/Do logos belong on tall buildings? = https://www.instagram.com/theb1m/p/DPMhvY6jX7-/This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRWe end the show with emails from John Geisler and Ryan Fisch.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 39min

Baghdad's New District, Santander's New Miami Skyscraper, and Riyadh's Expo 2030 Site - #159

This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Baghdad's New District "Sustainable Forest" = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOtfziNjaHM/Santander's New Miami Skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOF9kkLDcq3/Riyadh's Expo 2030 Site = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOQXaigDUjm/We end the show with some topical Spotify comments from Ryan, Clement and Finlay McBride.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 25, 2025 • 40min

London’s 50 Fenchurch Street, Binghatti Flare Rises in Dubai, & Borneo’s New Port- #158

This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Construction progresses on London’s 50 Fenchurch Street = https://www.theb1m.com/video/700-year-old-london-church-tower-stilts-construction-fifty-fenchurchBinghatti Flare rises in Dubai = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNykPevWqlh/?img_index=1Borneo’s new port = https://www.instagram.com/p/DN5POQtjax4/?img_index=1This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRWe end the show with an email from Aaron Molloy.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 38min

The September QUIZ - #157

This week, the infamous World’s Best Construction Podcast QUIZ returns in dramatic fashion! In this instalment, Fred & Liam compete in the following themed rounds: Rail, Airport, Audio, Skyscraper, German, Merdeka 118, American Construction History, and Popular Culture... there can only be one winner.We end the show with messages from Jay Kennard, Martin Krus, and Rui.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 28, 2025 • 39min

Manchester's New Metro, Chicago O'Hare's $1.3BN Upgrade, and more - #156

This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Manchester plans a metro system = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNv88LwWrtj/?img_index=1Work begins on Chicago’s $1.3BN new concourse = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNiO1Tgsn-A/?img_index=1Construction progresses on London’s One Undershaft = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNWTW8tMZpW/?img_index=1This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRWe end the show with an email from Logan Brown. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 45min

Inside China’s Controversial London Mega-Embassy - #155

This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Inside China’s Controversial London Mega-Embassy". Together, we discuss how this UK construction controversy is anything but diplomatic.Later in the episode, we cover:The White House to get a new State Ballroom = https://www.instagram.com/p/DM8HC3lMnWR/?img_index=1We end the show with an email from Steve Strauss.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 14, 2025 • 47min

Listener Q&A Special - #154

In a lively listener Q&A, the hosts tackle intriguing topics, from groundbreaking infrastructure in America to the importance of construction communication. They share reflections on iconic projects like nuclear fusion reactors and skyscrapers, with a glimpse into future developments in Nigeria and Saudi Arabia. The conversation touches on the complexities of global construction, mental health challenges, and the debate over urban design, all while keeping the mood light with their banter and personal insights on ideal cities.

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