Episodes

July 19, 2023

Lean Construction Innovations in Government: A Path to Transforming

Step into the world of Lean Construction innovations as we explore the remarkable initiatives taking place in the municipality of Molde, Norway. Felipe entered a guest studio with Mette Holland, the Change Guide and Innovation Guide for Molde Municip...

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July 4, 2023

Unleashing Norwegian Construction Scrum: Insights from Bygglarm Confe…

What happens when #changemakers separated by 5,000 miles collide via social media? They go beyond just connecting. They engage and change with BIG consequences. Welcome to Norway. I was on location in Molde, attending the Bygglarm Conference, where c...

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June 21, 2023

Moving the Needle from Theory to Practice with Laura Cooley

Laura Cooley is a renowned expert in leadership and performance excellence in the construction industry. Laura explores the crucial role of systems thinking, effective communication, and continuous improvement across design and construction projects....

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June 7, 2023

Empowering Youth: College AND Trade School Options Building with Kevi…

Kevin Dobson, Founder and Executive Director of Capital College & Career Academy (CCCA) shares his passion for genuine education for kids that have been traditionally said you can get education for either college or trade school, not both. That was …

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May 24, 2023

The Art of Communication and Leadership in Construction with James Ga…

James Gable, General Superintendent at Adolfson and Peterson Construction and host of The Uncommon Communicator Podcast, highlights construction superintendents’ challenges and shares valuable tips and tools for improving communication and leadership...

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May 10, 2023

Unlocking Success in Construction: Mentorship and Networking with Pau…

Paulette Dallas, ACE Mentor Program Regional Director, explores the life-changing potential of mentorship and networking for aspiring students in the construction industry. Paulette reveals a world of diverse opportunities within the ACE Mentor Progr...

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April 26, 2023

Lean Moonshine Secrets with Steve B. Martin

Join host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez in this episode of The EBFC Show as he interviews Steve Martin, a seasoned lean/continuous improvement leader with over three decades of experience. Steve shares proven approaches to making things better, drawing i...

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April 12, 2023

Mastering Lean: Insights from Jake Harrell’s Food Industry Experience

Are you ready to learn about process improvement, communication, and personal growth while laughing along the way? Jake Harrell discusses his experiences in the food processing industry and his humorous insights about the implementation of lean princ...

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March 29, 2023

Trying Improvement on Purpose with Tatsuya “Tats” Nakagawa

Tatsuya “Tats” Nakagawa shares insights on his journey as an entrepreneur and inventor in the construction industry. His passion for helping others through podcasting, TikTok, and his book "Overcoming Inventoritis, the silent killer of innovation” pu...

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March 15, 2023

Unlocking Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Insights from Aura Robins…

Aura Robinson, Manager of Enhanced Project Delivery at ISL Engineering (Canada) shares her experience with integrated project delivery (IPD) and emphasizes the importance of collaboration and valuing people in an IPD setting. She also provides tips f...

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March 1, 2023

Have Fun in Construction using Scrum & Takt with Sindre Gundersen

Sindre Gundersen knows firsthand the frustration of traditional design and construction methods. He realized that there had to be a better way. With its adaptable approach, Scrum is helping Sindre revolutionize the industry in Norway and beyond. Sind...

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Feb. 15, 2023

We All Deserve a Safe Project With Kaitlin Frank

Kaitlin Frank is a former superintendent, multi-generation builder, and now CEO at eMOD Safety Inc. She loves construction and leads her company like a well-managed building project using Sprints (#Scrum). eMOD’s team of experienced commercial constr...

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Feb. 1, 2023

Lean Health Shenanigans with Renee Wolf

Renee Wolf is The Boldt Company’s onsite Health Coach. She drives Lean Construction by supporting everyone with their health and well-being. Renee also leads the Suicide Prevention and Awareness program, Gatekeepers. This suicide prevention program a...

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Jan. 18, 2023

People, Process, and Technology Collide with Omri Sorek

Omri Sorek grew up in construction. He knows the responsibility of construction leadership and its influence on project results. Influential construction leaders know and support their teams. Good construction leaders understand the importance of col...

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Jan. 4, 2023

Women Talk Construction with Angela Gardner and Christi Powell

Angela Gardner and Christi Powell are the Women Talk Construction Podcast hosts. They are on a mission to celebrate diversity in construction and other industries through genuine stories and experiences. They are working to make work easier and bette...

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Dec. 20, 2022

Lean & Love with Jennifer Lacy and Jesus (Jesse) Hernandez

The goal of “Lean & Love” is to help alleviate stress and pressure from your personal and professional relationships. The conversations came from a series of livestreams discussing the 5S Method of Lean Manufacturing and how it was used to …

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Dec. 7, 2022

FIT Continuous Improvement to Engineer with Calvin L. Williams

In addition to running an Agile Strategy Tech company, Calvin L. Williams is the host of Documenting the Journey Podcast, a father, an active member of his community, an entrepreneur, an Industrial Engineer, an MBA, and “impruver.” He is on …

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Nov. 23, 2022

Scrum for Agile Transformation with Lucien Zoll

You learn quickly what works and what doesn’t as an Agile Transformation Coach and Scrum Trainer. Lucien is a passionate change management agent, longtime coach, teacher, mentor, respectful disruptor, lifelong learner, and my friend. He is passionate...

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Nov. 9, 2022

No Lean Fluff, Applied Industrial Engineering with Dr. Shahrukh Irani

⚠️ Warning ⚠️ This episode is not for the easily offended Lean practitioner. Dr. Shahrukh Irani is an experienced industrial engineer specializing in high-mix, low-volume Lean implementations. Shahrukh has studied Lean and is a practicing industrial engi...

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Oct. 26, 2022

Does Lean Construction Training Lead to Learning with Rebecca Snellin…

Be cautious of what you choose to learn. Some ideas take deep roots. Rebecca (Martin) Snelling and Dan Fauchier learned about Lean Construction, and it transformed their lives, work, and friendship on a billion-dollar project. Today they each coach peopl...

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Oct. 12, 2022

Takt Planning and Better Scrum with Jason Schroeder

If you are putting in more hours at work than with your family, why not make it remarkable, and find ways to make it faster. Jason Schroeder is a former Field Operations and Project Director with over 20 years in …

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Sept. 28, 2022

Construction Flow Using Takt and Scrum with Spencer Easton

A new generation of blue-collar and white-collar design and construction professionals are using flow systems like Takt and Scrum to make work easier, better, and faster. Spencer Easton passionately teaches others how to increase efficiency by eliminatin...

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Sept. 14, 2022

Digital Transformation with Bob Armbrister

"Adapt or die." That isn't a trite phrase. Consider your company. Is it adapting or trying to remain unchanged? Let's solve the big problems. Bob Armbrister knows firsthand how hundreds of construction companies can use technology to adapt and transform....

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Aug. 31, 2022

Designing Easier and Better with Eugene Colberg

Eugene Colberg is a Brooklyn-based architect with over 25 years of experience producing award-winning architecture and interiors in the United States and internationally. Eugene Colberg has been recognized for his contributions to architecture and design...

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