

Mass Construction Show
Joe Kelly
I'd like to welcome you to Mass Construction Show where we talk about all things construction with a bit of a local (Massachusetts) bias. Covering Real Estate Development, Code, Risk Management, Technology and anything else construction. Glad to have you!
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Jul 6, 2021 • 1h 20min
Industry Perception- Ed O'Keefe Local #63
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show Ed and I discuss the perception that the public has about the construction industry and how we can encourage more people to enter the profession. He talks candidly about what the sheetmetal union is doing to raise the bar in the industry and frankly where he thinks they can be better. I think this is a rare and even handed discussion about out industry and the role organized labor plays in the process. We also share our opinions on what I feel is a cringe worthy commercial targeted to construction workers. Enjoy the show!
IG profiles referenced promoting the construction industry:
Little Operator
NS Builders
Sheet Metal Enterprises
BuildWitt
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Jun 8, 2021 • 51min
Practical Biophilic Design w/ Lee Dearborn Jr.
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Lee Dearborn Managing Partner at Derby Square Architects and Owner at The Makers Guild about Biophilic design; what it means, what it is, why you should practice it and how to do it simply. Lee has practical experience as a designer, builder and developer so he brings a lot to the table. Enjoy the Show
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May 18, 2021 • 14min
Does Wearing PPE Make Us Less Safe?
This episode of the Mass Construction Show is a recap of an article that reviews a study about worker actions as PPE levels are increased.
See the following to learn more:
Popular Mechanics
ASCE
ENR
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May 11, 2021 • 1h 21min
Mike Weber - Continuos Improvement: Market, Prefab, Material & Labor
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show I check in with Mike on where his thoughts and business are two years after our first sit down. A lot has happened since then, both negative and positive, but it's no surprise that Gaston Electrical is head down on improving. Enjoy the show!
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May 4, 2021 • 46min
The Wife
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show I sit down with Karen Kelly to discuss changes we've made in our lives to improve our health and the health of the environment. Enjoy the Show!
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Apr 27, 2021 • 33min
Laws Shouldn't Supersede the Code
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we sit down with Mike Yanovitch and discuss:
Hierarchy of regulations.
What is a stretch code?
and why we shouldn't use laws to supersede the building code
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Apr 20, 2021 • 1h 3min
Andrew Whelton: Water and Worker Safety
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we sit down with Andrew Whelton, Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Environmental and Ecological Engineering at Purdue University to discuss the challenges around water quality, Cured-in-Place Piping CIPP in particular. We cover both the potential worker and public safety issues around installing CIPP in our communities as well as the solutions. As Andrew and I were in the process of scheduling this show a very sad but timely story was published about Brett Morrow's death. Please read it to learn about the potential issues at hand. Enjoy the Show.
Center for Plumbing Safety
CIPP Safety
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Mar 30, 2021 • 1h 18min
Dan Connolly: Starting BLOCK Builders
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Dan about starting a new business, developing a culture built on relationships, Dan’s approach to getting involved in the industry and close out with what could surprisingly be the most interested part of our conversation. Enjoy the Show!
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Mar 23, 2021 • 18min
Mass Construction News
Mass Construction Show News: Covering trends in the commercial construction industry.
Tax rebates proposed to help get more data centers built in eastern Connecticut
https://www.theday.com/article/20210303/nws01/210309810
Salt Lake City becomes first jurisdiction to approve new off-site construction codes
https://www.builderonline.com/building/code/salt-lake-city-becomes-first-jurisdiction-to-approve-new-off-site-construction-codes_o
New DPR research and development facility will promote prefab, research, workforce development and technology
https://www.constructiondive.com/news/new-dpr-facility-will-promote-prefab-research-and-technology/596070/
Volkswagen shows dramatic increases in ability to recycle EV batteries
https://electriccarsreport.com/2021/03/volkswagen-shows-off-a-new-way-to-recycle-and-reuse-ev-batteries/
https://www.waste360.com/mag/waste_japanese_recycling_law
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Mar 16, 2021 • 1h 9min
Dan Charest, JC&A: BD, Tech Adoption & Time Management
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Dan about a mix bag of topics Including JC&A’s approach to Business Development, Tech adoption for a Mid-size company, and Time management as a construction professional. Hopefully you'll find Dan and JC&A's approach interesting and helpful. Enjoy the Show!
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