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The Building Science Podcast

Positive Energy
Building Science
Sustainability
Energy Efficiency
Formicarium Corrosion
Passive House
Indoor Air Quality
Architecture
Refrigerant Leakage
Systems Thinking
Health and Wellness
Building Biology
HVACR Systems
Microchannel Coils
Energy Transition
Copper Coils
Air-To-Water Heat Pumps
Cross Laminated Timber
Circular Economy
Sustainable Materials
Embodied Carbon

The Building Science Podcast is a show hosted by MEP engineering firm Positive Energy principal Kristof Irwin. The show covers everything from the basics of building science to adjacent scientific disciplines to more fully understand how the built environment shapes our lives as human beings on planet earth.

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This is a crossover episode with the Spring Street Passive House education and advocacy series.Welcome to a pivotal conversation on the future of our built world. The concrete industry, indispensable for modern infrastructure, is facing an urgent man... more

This may be the ultimate systems thinking interview. Beyond building science at the site scale, this is systems thinking to save the world. Gail Vittori and Pliny Fisk III have their fingerprints all over the structural ideologies for ways of thinkin... more

This is a crossover episode with the Spring Street Passive House education and advocacy series.How do Passive House enclosure decisions actually happen? There’s a stubborn storyline that passive house designs go “too far” and result in a wholly diffe... more

Why do we design indoor spaces the way we do? What are the unseen socio-cultural impacts involved and how do they impact other aspects of the indoor environment that we can not see? Today, we're unpacking the idea that our indoor environments are not... more

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Recent Guests

John Mead
CEO and co-founder of Solid Carbon
Solid Carbon
Episode: Cementing Carbon
Cameron Caja
Builder and environmental advocate, involved in various community projects including Habitat for Humanity.
Positive Energy
Episode: Navigating the Path to Passive
Dr. Liz McCormick
Assistant professor at UNC Charlotte with a background in architecture and building technology.
UNC Charlotte
Episode: Blurring the Edges Between Inside and Out
Wes Van Rite
Principal and owner of Engineered Projects Consulting, LLC with experience in commissioning
Engineered Projects Consulting, LLC
Episode: Commissioning Matters
Adele Houghton
FAIA with a doctorate in public health, working at the intersections of buildings, public health and climate change.
Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health
Episode: Architectural Epidemiology
Joe Basham
Co-managing partner at Allensworth, specializing in construction law.
Allensworth
Episode: Architecture of Risk: Managing Liability & Uncertainty in the AEC
Kjell Anderson
Principal and Director of Sustainable Design at LMN Architects, Lead Author of the Path to Zero Carbon series
LMN Architects
Episode: Sustainability & Climate Wordcraft
Greg Esparza
A designer and builder with over a decade of experience in custom residential design and construction, co-founder of Moontower Design Build.
Moontower Design Build
Episode: Telling Better Stories
Lisa White
Co-executive director and technical lead for Phius
Phius
Episode: Unlocking Electrification with Passive Buildings

Host

Kristof Irwin
Host of the show with a background in MEP engineering, enhancing discussions on building science and its applications.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 243 ratings
  • Absolutely top notch facts if you disregard their extreme leftist global warming catastrophe beliefs

    I love listening to this podcast. Thank you for the great work! The factual information is excellent. The only issue I have is that on some episodes their extreme view of global warming and leftism is sometimes pushed as fact. I just disregard it because they usually direct it back to real factual information. I have a biblical world view and the information in this podcast aligns with being as good of stewards of our resources as we are capable of doing. But, the idea that catastrophe is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hooviemoto87
    United Statesa year ago
  • Deserves examination

    Listening to most recent episode on electrification...opening statements are mistaken. Historically, we have never moved away from energy sources when a 'new' one arrives. We use the same amount or more of the old sources while new sources are exploited. This information is findable, not a secret. Wind and solar are not making a dent in our electric current power use. Again, this is well documented. Further demands for 'green' electric exacerbates the divide. Wind and solar require huge tracks o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lew in Chicago
    United Statesa year ago
  • Absolutely top notch facts everyone needs to know

    I love listening to this podcast. Thank you for the great work! The factual information is excellent. The only issue I have is that on some episodes their extreme view of global warming and leftism is sometimes pushed as fact. I just disregard it because they usually direct it back to real factual information. I have a biblical world view and the information in this podcast aligns with being as good of stewards of our resources as we are capable of doing. But, the idea that catastrophe is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hooviemoto87
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing information, Terrible audio quality

    I highly recommend this podcast based on the information shared and the exceptional level of knowledge of the host and guests. I have learned so much about building science, indoor air quality, and providing comfort to building occupants. It has totally reshaped the way I see and approach construction!

    However, I have an extremely difficult time hearing this podcast. The audio has a consistent echo like it was recorded in an empty unfinished room. The sound reflections muddle the audio causing... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Friendly family
    United States3 years ago
  • Could be more impactful

    Love the info, but also a bit terrifying and not so helpful. If your focus is to help people, families, communities, the world,… then you need to be more helpful with retrofit solutions. Most people cannot afford to start from scratch, especially in Austin. Even those who can leave behind homes that are or will be lived in. I’ve listened to a lot of the shows (not all yet) and I am very motivated (thank you for that), but where’s the help in air sealing a 70’s home? And what about ventilati... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TAFFYHIT
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There are a range of opinions on the political angle of the discussions, with some appreciating the emphasis on environmental stewardship and others disagreeing.
While the content is excellent, some listeners find distractions due to audio quality issues.
Overall, many listeners express a strong appreciation for the depth and quality of information shared in episodes.
The information provided is highly valued and helps reshape perspectives on building design.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#69
United States/Arts/Design
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#25
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
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#87
Canada/Arts/Design
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#143
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#221
Germany/Arts/Design
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#27
Hong Kong/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Excuse Me, Your Coil is Leaking
Q: What is a coil in this context?
A coil is a device that transfers energy from one fluid to another, commonly used in refrigeration systems to either absorb or release energy.
Houses are Made of Stories
Q: Why didn't you just send these jobs to Sam and you say if he could pick you up and you worked for Hammer in Hand?
Salinger discusses a pivotal moment when he received multiple prompts from different people encouraging him to start his own business instead of joining an existing company.
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Q: What can architects take away from the balance between enclosure performance and concentrated energy using systems?
Braham emphasizes the importance of early design decisions that prioritize comfort and harness environmental resources, enhancing both energy efficiency and occupant satisfaction.
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Q: What is your connection to the topic of bioclimatic design?
Braham explains his extensive background in architecture and teaching, addressing the connection between climate and life, particularly in how architects can mediate conditions.

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This podcast offers a comprehensive exploration of building science, incorporating discussions on related fields such as public health, environmental quality, architecture, and engineering. Renowned for its interdisciplinary approach, the series highlights the integral relationship between the built environment and human health, leveraging insights from guests who are experts in various domains. Topics often include indoor air quality, sustainability, and the ethical dimensions of architecture and design. Notably, the podcast emphasizes practical applications of knowledge, encouraging listeners to think critically about the spaces they inhabit and how they can be designed for improved wellbeing and comfort.

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1. UnBuild It Podcast
2. The Build Show Podcast
3. The Fine Homebuilding Podcast
4. Modern Craftsman
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1. John Mead
2. Cameron Caja
3. Dr. Liz McCormick
4. Wes Van Rite
5. Adele Houghton
6. Joe Basham
7. Kjell Anderson
8. Greg Esparza

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