Episodes
#13 - Passivhaus, Performance & the Power of Building Science with Ha…
In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I have a rambunctious chat with high-performance builders Hamish White and Matt Carland to discuss the intricacies of constructing sustainable homes in Australia. We delve into...
#12 - Condensation, Roof Ventilation and Building Science with Claren…
This is the longest episode yet, but it’s worth every minute! In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I interview Clarence Macalister, a builder and scientist with extensive experience in remediation and condensation...
#11 - Responsibility, Energy Efficiency & Purpose with Clare Conroy
In this episode of The Building Sciology Poddie , I chat with Clare Conroy, who shares her unique journey from homeowner to project manager at 35 South Building Co. Clare opens up about entering the construction industry, ove...
#10 - WUFI, Walls, and Weatherproofing with Villy Yordanov
In this episode, I interview Villy Yordanov, a mechanical engineer and innovation engineer at Pro Clima. We discuss the importance of building science, sustainability, and moisture management in construction. Villy shares hi...
#9 - Health, Energy Efficiency & Building What Matters with Cindy Ang…
In this episode, Cindy Angel shares her journey of building a sustainable home with her husband Shane in Lake Caddai. As a thermal performance assessor, Cindy discusses the challenges and triumphs of designing their home, emp...
#8 - Learning, Leading, and Healthy Homes with Luke Callery
In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I chat with Luke Callery, the founder of Callery Building, an Adelaide-based construction company, increasingly known for its commitment to high-quality craftsmanship and energ...
#7 - How Do We Make Thermal Bridging Sexy with Ken Long
In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I have a chat with Ken Long, the Regional Sustainability Manager at LendLease and chairperson of the Adelaide Sustainable Building Network. We discuss Ken's journey into sustai...
#6 - Blower Door Testing & The Future of Aussie Homes with Sean Maxwe…
In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I speak with Sean Maxwell, the ATTMA Scheme Manager for Australia and New Zealand, about the importance of airtightness testing in building science. We chat about the role of b...
#5 - Building Science Myths Debunked with Dr. Joe Lstiburek
In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I was incredibly privileged to have a private conversation with Dr. Joe Lstiburek, a leading figure in building science, to discuss critical issues surrounding building design,...
#4 - Building Biology: How Your Home Affects Your Health with Dr Nico…
In this conversation, I interview Dr Nicole Bijslma about her extensive 30+year journey in building biology and her personal experiences with environmental health issues. Nicole shares how her struggles with miscarriages led ...
#3 - From Minimum to Masterpiece: Elevating Australian Building Stand…
In this conversation, Dr. Sarah Feiss shares her journey in building a passive house, discussing the principles of passive house design, the importance of energy efficiency in building codes, and the challenges faced in the A...
#2 - The Human Element in Energy Efficiency with Ben Walsham
In this conversation, I interview Ben Walsham, an energy efficiency consultant, about his journey from architecture to energy consulting. We discuss the importance of sustainable building practices, the impact of evolving bui...
#1 - Quality Control in Energy Efficient Construction with Jackson Di…
In this episode, I interview Jackson Digney, Director of Enduro Builders and South Australia's undisputed leader in energy-efficient building. We discuss Jackson's journey into sustainable building, the importance of educati...
Welcome to the Building Sciology Poddie
I’m excited to introduce the The Building Sciology Poddie — in it I bring you a blend of building science and biology knowledge I have gathered over the last decade or so. I started in building design game and evolved very qu...