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Words on Wood

AHEC Europe
Timber
Wood Veneers
Sustainability
Architecture
Woodworking Techniques
Timber Industry
Architectural Education
Sustainable Materials
Design Innovation
Interior Design
Furniture Design
Woodworking
Timber Materials
Climate Change
Environmental Impact
Forestry Management
Design
Kenn Busch
Judith Lösing
Hanif Kara

This podcast offers a deep dive into some of the big issues surrounding forests and our relationship to them and serves as a platform for cross-disciplinary discussion. Drawing on the work of scientists, conservationists, forestry professionals, academics, designers and architects, Words on Wood is a space for frank reflection on the challenges and opportunities presented by working with forests. ... more

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Does it matter where our wood comes from? In this episode, we explore why provenance is one of the central questions facing the timber industry today, and the arguments for new forms of certification that can meet the challenges it poses. Speakers fe... more

What is it about timber that makes us feel good? We all know the benefits of natural spaces and materials, but new testing suggests that we may actually also be drawn to synthetic alternatives that appear sufficiently natural in aesthetic. This might... more

What happens to the brain when we come into contact with wood products and wooden spaces, and what positive changes occur in the body when it is surrounded by natural materials? Featuring guests neuroscientist Andrea Bariselli, architect Dorte Mandru... more

Forests take up about 30% of the earth’s surface and come in many shapes, sizes and types. From chilly boreal forests in the north, to temperate forests, dry forests, mangroves, rainforests and more, each forest has specific needs and nuances, and fa... more

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Recent Guests

Seetal Solanki
Director and Founder of MATTER
MATTER
Episode: S5E3: Where's your timber from? with Seetal Solanki, Jade Saunders, Ben Gunneberg and Tim Brownlee
Jade Saunders
Executive Director, World Forest ID
World Forest ID
Episode: S5E3: Where's your timber from? with Seetal Solanki, Jade Saunders, Ben Gunneberg and Tim Brownlee
Ben Gunneberg
International Sustainability Advisor; former CEO of PEFC
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Episode: S5E3: Where's your timber from? with Seetal Solanki, Jade Saunders, Ben Gunneberg and Tim Brownlee
Tim Brownlee
Chief Operating Officer, Brownlee Lumber Company; Chairperson, American Hardwood Export Council
Brownlee Lumber Company / AHEC
Episode: S5E3: Where's your timber from? with Seetal Solanki, Jade Saunders, Ben Gunneberg and Tim Brownlee
Andrew Waugh
Architect and founder of Waugh Thistleton
Waugh Thistleton
Episode: S5E2: Thinking Real with Andrew Waugh, Andu Masebo and Daniel Schofield
Daniel Schofield
Designer known for timber-focused furniture and objects
Daniel Schofield Studio
Episode: S5E2: Thinking Real with Andrew Waugh, Andu Masebo and Daniel Schofield
Andu Masebo
Furniture and product designer with a focus on production systems
Independent designer
Episode: S5E2: Thinking Real with Andrew Waugh, Andu Masebo and Daniel Schofield
Andrea Bariselli
Neuroscientist and psychologist exploring brain responses to wood
Researcher (AHEC study collaborator)
Episode: S5E1: The Neurology of Timber with Andrea Bariselli, Dorte Mandrup and Suchi Reddy
Dorte Mandrup
Creative director of architecture firm Dorte Mandrup
Dorte Mandrup
Episode: S5E1: The Neurology of Timber with Andrea Bariselli, Dorte Mandrup and Suchi Reddy

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Oli Stratford
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Evie Hall
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Fantastic conversations about the future of forests and wood

    Brilliant conversations about the ecological, architectural, economic contexts of forests and building with wood in the 21st century. I’m an amateur woodworker, not a professional designer or architect, and I found these to be enormously engaging and thought provoking conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ajh111
    United States4 years ago
  • Informative for woodworker that loves the natural world.

    Great topics for anyone interested in woodworking and design. I love the merger of science, ecosystems, economics, politics and everything else into the topic of wood. I wish they were longer and went into even more depth on each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    allenworb
    United States5 years ago

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The content is considered engaging and informative for both professionals in the field and interested laypeople.
Many find the conversations thought-provoking, especially regarding sustainable forestry practices.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions on the complex interactions between ecology and design.

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#125
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#215
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#49
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#122
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#124
Australia/Science/Nature
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#43
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S5E3: Where's your timber from? with Seetal Solanki, Jade Saunders, Ben Gunneberg and Tim Brownlee
Q: How can consumers know where timber comes from?
Certification schemes and tools like World Forest ID provide assurances or verifications, but neither can single-handedly solve provenance; a combination of traceability, economics, and due diligence is needed.
S5E3: Where's your timber from? with Seetal Solanki, Jade Saunders, Ben Gunneberg and Tim Brownlee
Q: Why is provenance important for timber selection?
Because the origin of timber affects ecosystem health, community impacts, and the ability to sustain forests, not just the material properties.
S5E3: Where's your timber from? with Seetal Solanki, Jade Saunders, Ben Gunneberg and Tim Brownlee
Q: What is the overriding message of the podcast about wood?
The hosts acknowledge the traditional positive framing of wood as a renewable material but explore the need to consider provenance, ecological context, and social/economic impacts to make responsible choices about timber sourcing.
S5E1: The Neurology of Timber with Andrea Bariselli, Dorte Mandrup and Suchi Reddy
Q: How do experts versus non-experts differ in evaluating wood, and what does that imply for design communication?
Experts assess through technical criteria such as finish and precision, while non-experts respond to immediacy and naturalness, implying that communication about wood should bridge technical knowledge with sensory, emotional storytelling to be effective.
S5E1: The Neurology of Timber with Andrea Bariselli, Dorte Mandrup and Suchi Reddy
Q: What motivated the collaboration between timber design and neurology, and what is the core aim of this research?
The collaboration aims to understand how real wood versus imitation materials affect neurological responses and perceived quality, so designers and policymakers can make better material choices that support wellbeing and authenticity in spaces.

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Engaging in interdisciplinary conversations, this show explores critical issues related to forests, sustainability, and design. Episodes feature insights from a diverse range of experts including scientists, conservationists, designers, and architects, all sharing their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities that arise from our relationship with woodlands. Highlights include discussions on contemporary woodworking techniques, sustainable forestry practices, and the integration of ecological knowledge into design, making it valuable for anyone interested in the interplay between nature and craftsmanship.

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2. Jade Saunders
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