The World's Best Construction Podcast

The World's Most Beautiful Bridge Just Opened - #205 Sep 17, 2026 47:18 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The World's Most Beautiful Bridge Just Opened". Together, we're discussing how Taiwan's Danjiang Bridge is no ordinary bridge.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PAlIxiLater in the episode, we cover:Philadelphia’s new hockey and basketball arenaWe end the show with an

Manhattan Builds (another) Stone Skyscraper - #204 Sep 10, 2026 49:05 Get your Mega Builds London Event tickets HERE: https://www.procore.com/en-gb/events/b1m/londonThis week, we're digging into some recent construction news stories, including:Manhattan builds (another) stone skyscraperShenzhen’s latest hotel – in the 480M North Bund CenterMiami’s colourful new developmentThis episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here

Is Gordie Howe The Worst-Timed Bridge Opening Ever? - #203 Sep 3, 2026 42:49 This week, we're digging into some recent construction news stories, including:Is Gordie Howe the worst-timed bridge opening ever?The A’s stadium takes shape in VegasAmerica’s tallest timber office buildingWe end the show with a hilarious email from Kuldeep Meena as well as some other good messages.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor

The Race to Save the UK's Palace of Westminster - #202 Aug 27, 2026 53:17 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Can The Houses of Parliament Be Saved?". Together, we're discussing how The clock is ticking to save the UK's Houses of Parliament.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PAlIxiLater in the episode, we cover:Elon Musk is building the world’s largest buildingWaterline becom

Why New York Just Built a 1930s Skyscraper - #201 Aug 13, 2026 37:50 This week, we're digging into some recent construction news stories, including:Why New York Just Built a 1930s SkyscraperBeijing’s new Z8 Tower to start constructionShenzhen’s natural history museum completesThis episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PAlIxiWe end the show with an email from an anonymous sender.Get in touch! Podc

The 200th Episode Extravaganza - #200 Aug 6, 2026 50:00 This week, we're celebrating our 200th episode with:A special listener Q&AA decent-enough construction quizAnd we go over some podcast highlightsGet in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The $12.5BN Airport That Will Overhaul World Travel - #199 Jul 30, 2026 42:34 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The $12.5BN Airport That Will Overhaul World Travel". Together, we're discussing how Ethiopia is building the world's potentially busiest airport. This is the story of Bishoftu International Airport.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PAlIxiLater in the episode, we cov

New York’s 2WTC Finally Breaks Ground - #198 Jul 23, 2026 42:58 This week, we're digging into some recent construction news stories, including:New York’s 2WTC finally breaks groundLondon’s BT Tower to become a hotelShanghai Grand Opera House prepares for openingWe end the show with some messages from Spotify.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listener Q&A Special - #197 Jul 16, 2026 49:26 This week, Fred, Liam, and Luke are answering YOUR construction industry related questions, mixed with some banter-fuelled answers and off-topic factoids.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PAlIxiGet in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sphere Failed. Why Are They Building More? - #196 Jul 9, 2026 35:47 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Sphere Failed. Why Are They Building More?". Together, we're discussing why cities around the world are building their own Spheres before the first one has even proven successful.Later in the episode, we cover:The Empire State Building Climbers (and memes)We end the show with an email from Jason.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.co

Abu Dhabi’s Gehry-Designed Performing Arts Centre - #195 Jul 2, 2026 44:46 This week, we're digging into some recent construction news stories, including:Abu Dhabi’s Gehry-designed performing arts centreOman’s agricultural cityLight aircraft hits Beijing’s CITIC TowerThis episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PAlIxiWe end the show with an email from Sam.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Ho

Saudi Arabia’s New National Tennis Centre - #194 Jun 25, 2026 47:03 This week, we're digging into some recent construction news stories, including:Saudi Arabia’s new national tennis centreLondon’s 1 Undershaft renamedObama center opensThis episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PAlIxiWe end the show with some brilliant comments from Spotify. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted o

Norway is Building The World's Deepest Mega-Tunnel - #193 Jun 11, 2026 43:15 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Norway is Building The World's Deepest Mega-Tunnel". Together, we're discussing how something big is happening under Norway. THIS is the story of The Rogfast Tunnel. This episode is sponsored by Procore. See how Procore AI can transform your next project here 👉 https://bit.ly/3SdvrdWLater in the episode, we cover:Albania’s major new skyscraperW

This Will Be the Second Tallest Building Ever - #192 Jun 4, 2026 50:41 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "This Will Be the Second Tallest Building Ever". Together, we're asking if Dubai's 'Burj Azizi' will ever become the world's second tallest building.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PAlIxiLater in the episode, we cover:Shanghai’s new art gallery completesWe end the s

New York’s Penn Station Plans Move Forward - #191 May 28, 2026 40:05 This week, we're digging into some recent construction news stories, including:New York’s Penn Station plans move forwardHS2 could cost £102BNFlorida’s tallest new skyscraper tops out in MiamiBuy Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XWe end the show with an email from Ryan Hopewell.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat

This Subway Will Change Canada's Most Important City - #190 May 21, 2026 49:19 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "This Subway Will Change Canada's Most Important City". Together, we're discussing how Toronto is desperate for the Ontario Line to be a success.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight 360 Capture here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PAlIxiLater in the episode, we cover:Sydney’s new cathedral We end the show with two emai

Vancouver’s First Supertall Skyscraper - #189 May 14, 2026 33:56 This week, we're digging into some recent construction news stories, including:Vancouver’s first supertall skyscraperEcuador’s tree-lined apartmentsPre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XJoin Fred for a special book-signing event in London on Thursday 21st May 2026, 7:30PM, at the Royal Geographical Society. Get your tickets here!We end the show with an email from Dan. Get i

New York’s 175 Park Avenue Moves Forward - #188 May 7, 2026 34:47 This week, we're digging into some recent construction news stories, including:New York’s 175 Park Avenue moves forwardNashville’s new performing arts centreThis episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aS8GSHJoin Fred for a special book-signing event in London on Thursday 21st May 2026, 7:30PM, at the Royal Geographical Society. Get your tick

How Teams Are Working to Fix Chernobyl’s Dome - #187 Apr 30, 2026 38:57 This week, we're discussing how teams are working to fix Chernobyl’s dome after Fred spoke on the topic live on Sky News.Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:Dubai architects propose the Strait of UnionWe end the show with an email from Ryan. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i

How the World’s Most Remote Mega Build Went Wrong - #186 Apr 23, 2026 35:30 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent smash-hit video "How the World’s Most Remote Mega Build Went Wrong". Together, we're discussing a huge infrastructure project in the remote French island of Réunion. This is engineering on the edge.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aS8GSHWIN! We're giving you the chance to win a free t

Vietnam’s $67BN High Speed Railway - #185 Apr 16, 2026 32:30 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Vietnam’s $67BN High Speed Railway". Together, we're discussing how Vietnam is about to build the largest infrastructure project in its history. Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:Tour Triangle skyscraper approaches full height in ParisWe end the show with a poignant Scottish Highla

Projects we're Obsessed with in 2026 - #184 Apr 9, 2026 43:37 This week, we're digging into our most anticipated projects from around the globe in 2026... the list contains:Shanghai Grand Opera House  Jeddah TowerSagrada Familia Lucas Museum of Narrative ArtObama Presidential CenterThis episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aS8GSHLater in the episode, we cover:Shenzhen’s bold new art museumW

Switzerland’s $2BN Tunnel U-Turn - #183 Apr 2, 2026 38:58 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent smash-hit video "Switzerland’s $2BN Tunnel U-Turn". Together, we're asking why Europe's new highway megaproject is in a sticky situation - this is the story of the Gotthard Road Tunnel.This episode is sponsored by Sage. Learn more about Sage Intacct Construction here 👉 https://bit.ly/3J8sVSkLater in the episode, we cover:Oklahoma’s $900M new NBA stadi

A 70-Storey Skyscraper in Liverpool? - #182 Mar 26, 2026 38:58 This week, we're digging into the recent news that Liverpool could be getting a 70-storey mixed-use skyscraper from Simpson Haugh Architects, which would form part of the city's wider £1BN Kings development.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aS8GSHLater in the episode, we cover:New towers set for Kazakhstan by SOMWe end the show wit

Rotterdam's Latest Architectural Competition is Unhinged - #181 Mar 19, 2026 41:26 This week, we're digging into Rotterdam's competition for a €240M new "climate landmark" — and the architectural competition for it is wild.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aS8GSHLater in the episode, we cover:Shenzhen's new natural history museum is taking shapeWe end the show with some excellent emails from Alexia and Johannes.J

NYC's Two World Trade Center is Finally Going Ahead - #180 Mar 12, 2026 38:10 This week, we're digging into the news that after many revised designs and delays, New York City's 'Two World Trade Center' is finally going ahead.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aS8GSHLater in the episode, we cover:Heatherwick’s residential towers in South KoreaNew York’s Flatiron Building is becoming luxury flatsWe end the show

The Greatest Projects London Never Had - #179 Mar 5, 2026 48:20 This week, we're digging into the greatest projects London never had - a topic based on this brilliant recent article on our website. This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aS8GSHLater in the episode, we cover:The Sagrada Familia Reaches its full heightWe end the show with an email from Paige Street.Join Fred for a special book-signing

Vietnam is Building the World’s Biggest Stadium - #178 Feb 26, 2026 57:31 Join Fred for a special book-signing event in London on Thursday 21st May 2026, 7:30PM, at the Royal Geographical Society. Get your tickets here!This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Vietnam is building the world’s biggest stadiumLondon’s Liverpool Street Station overhaul approvedCity of London shares image of how the City will look in 2032Hard Rock Hotel and Casino r

Why India Built a $2BN Airport in a Swamp - #177 Feb 19, 2026 39:06 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "India Just Built an Airport in a Swamp". Together, we're discussing if India really built Navi Mumbai International in the worst place possible?Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:Mongolia’s volcanic visitor centreBeijing’s new art museumWe end the show with a 'public-transport at the 202

The Skyscraper That Ruined Paris - #176 Feb 12, 2026 39:29 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Skyscraper That Ruined Paris". Together, we're discussing the 'Tour Montparnasse' and asking ourselves, "is it really that bad?"Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:RIBA President proposes a high-speed rail loop across UK and IrelandWe end the show with some brilliant Spotify comments.

Why the Bills Refuse to Build a Roof on New Highmark Stadium - #175 Feb 5, 2026 40:51 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why the Bills Refuse to Build a Roof on New Highmark Stadium". Together, we're discussing how much of an economic giant American football is - however, as modern stadiums go, the 'Bills' aren't exactly following the NFL blueprint.Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:400 Lake Shore rises in

Why Britain Approved China's London Mega Embassy - #174 Jan 29, 2026 51:40 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:UK Government approves China’s mega-embassy in LondonSydney’s new fish market completesDubai’s orb-topped skyscraperPre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XWe end the show with a Disneyland/Walt Disney World themed email from Josue.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/

DC’s $2BN Stadium, Ethiopia’s New Airport & Dubai’s Mercedes-Benz City - #173 Jan 22, 2026 44:22 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Washington DC’s $2BN new stadiumEthiopia’s $12BN new airportMercedes-Benz branded city planned for DubaiThis episode is sponsored by Sage. Learn more about Sage Intacct Construction here 👉 https://bit.ly/3J8sVSkWe end the show with an email from Jason. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p

Work Resumes on the World's Next Tallest Building, the Jeddah Tower - #172 Jan 15, 2026 47:30 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Construction progresses on Jeddah TowerBrisbane 2032 Olympic Stadium unveiledLucas Museum of Narrative Art to Complete in 2026Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XWe end the show with an email from Ryan Fisch.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf

Is The LINE Really Dead? - #171 Jan 8, 2026 54:26 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent smash-hit video "Is The Line Really Dead?". Together, we're discussing if Saudi Arabia's mega build can survive 2026.Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:Atlassian’s headquarters rising in SydneyJapan’s Zaha Hadid-designed hotelWe end the show with some Spotify comments and a Calgary-themed email

The Big Fat Construction Quiz of 2025 - #170 Jan 1, 2026 36:15 This week, the QUIZ returns with a special variety gameshow episode covering 2025 in construction. Enjoy one of our funniest and unhinged episodes yet!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Construction Videos That Defined 2025 - #169 Dec 18, 2025 43:50 This week, we're looking back at the catalogue of videos that The B1M has produced in 2025 and picking our favourites. This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRLater in the episode, we cover:Italy set for a Zaha Hadid-designed hospitalUK govt chooses the original Heathrow expansion optionDubai’s exoskeleton skyscra

Inside Europe’s New Mega-Tunnel Under The Alps - #168 Dec 11, 2025 51:14 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Inside Europe’s New Mega-Tunnel Under The Alps". Together, we discuss Fred's trip to BENEATH The Alps as we chat about one of the world's biggest megabuilds.This episode is sponsored by Sky Systemz. Learn more about Sky Systemz here 👉 http://www.skysystemz.com/billionsbackLater in the episode, we cover:New skyscraper proposed for Parramatta, Sy

The Epic Engineering Behind America's New Stadium - #167 Nov 27, 2025 50:14 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Epic Engineering Behind America's New Stadium". Could the Tennessee Titans' new Nissan Stadium host the NFL's Super Bowl?This episode is sponsored by Sage. Learn more about Sage Intacct Construction here 👉 https://bit.ly/3J8sVSkLater in the episode, we cover:Birmingham City FC’s new stadium = https://www.instagram.com/p/DRSPuXmjVxH/?img_ind

The World's Tallest Megadam Will Block Central Asia - #166 Nov 20, 2025 47:22 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The World's Tallest Megadam Will Block Central Asia". Together, we discuss how Tajikistan is finally finishing a Soviet-era mega build.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRLater in the episode, we cover:Saudi Arabia’s 12 million square metre development = ht

Inside The $3BN Mega-Lab That Will Change The World - #165 Nov 13, 2025 51:51 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Inside The $3BN Mega-Lab That Will Change The World". Together, we discuss what 13 nations are building in the south of Sweden. Spoiler - it's fascinating. Later in the episode, we cover:Grand Egyptian Museum opens = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQmcxU0DbI0/?img_index=1Belgium’s Gare de Mons opens 10 years late = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ1m

Cambodia's New Airport Opens, Chicago's Lake Station Overhaul and more... - #164 Nov 6, 2025 31:57 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Techno International Airport officially opens in Cambodia = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQE5M7hjcoc/?img_index=1Chicago’s State/Lake Station set for an overhaul = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPwmRKnDbLL/?img_index=1John Hopkins University opens its new student centre = https://www.instagram.com/p/DP6kaC7DI6K/?img_index=1This episo

Why Canada Blasted a Huge Hole Outside its Parliament - #163 Oct 30, 2025 42:03 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why Canada Blasted a Huge Hole Outside its Parliament". Together, we discuss the insane engineering behind Canada's biggest ever building upgrade.This episode is sponsored by Sage. Learn more about Sage Intacct Construction here 👉 https://bit.ly/3J8sVSkLater in the episode, we cover:270 Park Avenue opens in New York = https://www.instagram.com/

Serbia’s Zaha Hadid Skyscraper, Gordie Howe Bridge Update, & Singapore’s New Waterfront Venue - #162 Oct 23, 2025 37:55 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Singapore’s 30,000 seat new outdoor venue = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPgqHDkAqAK/?img_index=1Serbia’s Zaha Hadid designed skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPorYSsDT2x/?img_index=1Gordie Howe Bridge nears completion = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPOtV9HiPip/?img_index=1We end the show with emails from Adi and Caleb Metca

Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands Adds a Fourth Tower and London’s 130 Fenchurch Street Skyscraper - #161 Oct 16, 2025 32:47 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands adding a fourth tower = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPjR0O_DMjj/?img_index=1London’s 130 Fenchurch Street skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPcRBL1DWH_/?img_index=1We end the show with emails from Carl Trezza and Jason Murray.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See ac

Manchester United Scraps Stadium Design, and Do Logo's Belong on Skyscrapers? - #160 Oct 9, 2025 46:08 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Manchester United scraps its stadium’s circus tent = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPJc0RxjUR9/?img_index=1Hangzhou’s Golden Sands Lake Grand Theatre = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOy9_B-DdRQ/?img_index=1Huge sinkhole opens up under Bangkok’s metro extension = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPBzG43iFWl/Do logos belong on tall buildings

Baghdad's New District, Santander's New Miami Skyscraper, and Riyadh's Expo 2030 Site - #159 Oct 2, 2025 38:30 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Baghdad's New District "Sustainable Forest" = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOtfziNjaHM/Santander's New Miami Skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOF9kkLDcq3/Riyadh's Expo 2030 Site = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOQXaigDUjm/We end the show with some topical Spotify comments from Ryan, Clement and Finlay McBride.Get in touch! Po

London’s 50 Fenchurch Street, Binghatti Flare Rises in Dubai, & Borneo’s New Port- #158 Sep 25, 2025 40:24 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Construction progresses on London’s 50 Fenchurch Street = https://www.theb1m.com/video/700-year-old-london-church-tower-stilts-construction-fifty-fenchurchBinghatti Flare rises in Dubai = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNykPevWqlh/?img_index=1Borneo’s new port = https://www.instagram.com/p/DN5POQtjax4/?img_index=1This episode is spon

The September QUIZ - #157 Sep 11, 2025 37:32 This week, the infamous World’s Best Construction Podcast QUIZ returns in dramatic fashion! In this instalment, Fred & Liam compete in the following themed rounds: Rail, Airport, Audio, Skyscraper, German, Merdeka 118, American Construction History, and Popular Culture... there can only be one winner.We end the show with messages from Jay Kennard, Martin Krus, and Rui.Get in touch! Podcast@The

Manchester's New Metro, Chicago O'Hare's $1.3BN Upgrade, and more - #156 Aug 28, 2025 39:15 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Manchester plans a metro system = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNv88LwWrtj/?img_index=1Work begins on Chicago’s $1.3BN new concourse = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNiO1Tgsn-A/?img_index=1Construction progresses on London’s One Undershaft = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNWTW8tMZpW/?img_index=1This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Lea

Inside China’s Controversial London Mega-Embassy - #155 Aug 21, 2025 45:20 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Inside China’s Controversial London Mega-Embassy". Together, we discuss how this UK construction controversy is anything but diplomatic.Later in the episode, we cover:The White House to get a new State Ballroom = https://www.instagram.com/p/DM8HC3lMnWR/?img_index=1We end the show with an email from Steve Strauss.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.com

Listener Q&A Special - #154 Aug 14, 2025 47:23 This week, Fred, Liam, and Luke have reunited and are doing something a little different... a listener question-and-answer episode! Stay tuned for some excellent construction industry related topics, mixed with some banter-fuelled answers. This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRGet in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww

This Huge Hole Should've Been America's Tallest Skyscraper - #153 Aug 7, 2025 43:50 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "This Huge Hole Should've Been America's Tallest Skyscraper". Liam is away this week, so it's just Fred & Luke discussing the new skyscrapers that are rising from the remains of the Chicago Spire.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRLater in the episode,

France’s Tour Triangle Takes Shape - #152 Jul 31, 2025 47:58 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:France’s Tour Triangle takes shape = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMdi8WcsP_P/?img_index=1 Benfica's stadium overhaul = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMaKvPgMMTr/?img_index=1China’s Sany IROOTECH HQ nears completion = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMqglwcM1Hh/?img_index=1We end the show with emails from Ryan Fisch and Tristan.Get in to

Bangkok’s New Lantern District - #151 Jul 24, 2025 45:05 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Bangkok’s new lantern district = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMIqEf6svWQ/?img_index=1Paraguay’s tallest new skyscraper  = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMOTfUfsxbR/?img_index=1Wimbledon’s massive expansion = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMYSNQBsgzq/?img_index=1We end the show with a Spotify comment from "C".Get in touch! Podcast

Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum Takes Shape - #150 Jul 17, 2025 38:09 This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum takes shape = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMAinkSMxag/Thessaloniki’s eagle-inspired stadium = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMF5yFDMskp/?img_index=1Shanghai’s new district = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMGnsbxslmj/?img_index=1This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s desi

How THE LINE Will Be Built - #149 Jul 10, 2025 44:36 This week, we're trying something a little different and discussing this week's news in construction. Together, we cover:Saudi Arabia reveals more construction details for THE LINE = https://www.instagram.com/p/DLmzH2xtMg9/Los Angeles spends $720M on an art gallery = https://www.instagram.com/p/DLkJjQ9M0hz/?img_index=1Copenhagen set for a cracking new public space = https://www.instagram.com/p/DLo

Is this Europe’s Most Disastrous Airport Ever? - #148 Jul 3, 2025 47:27 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Is this Europe’s Most Disastrous Airport Ever?". Liam is away this week, so it's just Fred & Luke asking, is Ciudad Real the most disastrous airport ever?This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRLater in the episode, we cover:Lithuania's airport overhaul = h

Why New York’s Leaning Skyscrapers Don’t Fall Over - #147 Jun 26, 2025 42:49 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why New York’s Leaning Skyscrapers Don’t Fall Over". Together, we're dissecting one of NYC's most unusual towers... two skyscrapers that lean into each other - because they have to. This is the story behind the American Copper Building. This episode is sponsored by Snaptrude. Try Snaptrude for free 👉 https://bit.ly/3I1EJo8Later in the episode,

Why America is Hollowing Out a Mountain - #146 Jun 19, 2025 44:51 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why America is Hollowing Out a Mountain". Together, we're discussing how America is building something huge inside an old gold mine... this is the DUNE episode - no, not THAT Dune, the 'Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment' episode.Later in the episode, we cover:Construction works complete at Western Sydney Airport = https://www.instagram.com/p

The Grenfell Tower Fire: London’s High-Rise Scandal - #145 Jun 12, 2025 1:00:05 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Grenfell Tower Fire: London’s High-Rise Scandal". For this very important and sobering episode of the podcast, we thought it would be best to bring in The B1M Senior Content Producer, Adam Savage as a guest due to working on the aforementioned video. Together, we discuss why the UK's worst building disaster should never have happened.Later

A Little Quiz Never Hurt Anyone (Except Fred) - #144 Jun 5, 2025 48:34 This week, the infamous World’s Best Construction Podcast QUIZ returns in a Fred Vs Liam special. Is this our best game show episode yet? This episode is sponsored by ETHOSystems. If your projects are getting more complex but your systems aren’t keeping up, book a discovery call with ETHOSystems today: https://bit.ly/43TvttULater in the episode, we cover The B1M’s latest video “Why These Billionai

The Secret Race to Save a New York Skyscraper From Collapse - #143 May 29, 2025 52:39 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Secret Race to Save a New York Skyscraper From Collapse". In 1978, New York City came close to destruction... this is the story behind the Citigroup Center.This episode is sponsored by AMD. Try AMD Ryzen™ ThreadRipper™ here 👉 https://bit.ly/43GMEQiLater in the episode, we cover:Singapore’s Changi Airport T5 breaks ground = https://www.insta

Spain's $100M Mega Build Broke Every Rule - #142 May 15, 2025 49:31 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Spain's $100M Mega Build Broke Every Rule". Together, we discuss how The Guggenheim Bilbao changed construction forever.Later in the episode, we cover:Designs for London’s Queen Elizabeth II Memorial = https://www.instagram.com/p/DJXLPjeM4Ke/?img_index=1We end the show with an email from Jason Murray.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.c

The World’s Tallest Hotel - #141 May 8, 2025 39:45 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Insane View From the World’s Tallest Hotel". Together, we breakdown the construction of another UAE world record breaking project, The Ciel, Dubai Marina. This is how the wind shapes our tallest buildings.Later in the episode, we cover:Miami’s next supertall skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DIowa7XsgSQ/?img_index=1Plans to save one

Why Europe is Building a $34BN Transport Mega-Hub - #140 May 1, 2025 40:02 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why Europe is Building a $34BN Transport Mega-Hub". Together, we breakdown the construction of Poland's 'CPK' (Central Communications Port), which will be one of the biggest travel centres anywhere on the planet.Later in the episode, we cover:Progress on Milan’s CityWave project = https://www.instagram.com/p/DIing9asOxz/?img_index=1Venice’s new

The Insane Tunnels Under Big Ben - #139 Apr 17, 2025 40:40 This week, LUKE'S BACK and we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Insane Tunnels Under Big Ben". Together, we breakdown the construction of Central London's Portcullis House AND Westminster Underground station upgrade - this not your average construction project!Later in the episode, we cover:Osaka 2025 Expo opens = https://www.instagram.com/p/DIJbYlLsKEi/?img_index=1Hungary’s new Natural

My BIG FAT Greek Metro - #138 Apr 10, 2025 35:57 This week, Fred Mills and Liam Marsh dig into The B1M's video on Greece's $3BN new metro system.Later in the episode, we cover:China's new Zaha Hadid-designed sports centreAthens' major airport expansionWe end the show with a message from Jason Methfessel. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Epic Plan to DEMOLISH The $160BN International Space Station - #137 Mar 27, 2025 43:11 This week, Fred Mills and Liam Marsh dig into The B1M's huge new video all about the plan to demolish the International Space Station (ISS) with the help of a specially modified SpaceX rocket.Later in the episode, we cover:Georgia's Zaha Hadid-designed skyscraperAdelaide's first-ever skyscraperThis episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Viewpoint Field View and Field View 360 Photos.Get

The Railroad That Could CRIPPLE America's Economy - #136 Mar 20, 2025 41:57 This week, Fred Mills and Liam Marsh dig into The B1M's epic new video on US infrastructure, produced with Amtrak and Procore. Luke Bligh is recovering from an operation and we wish him all the best!Later in the episode, we cover:Manchester United's £2BN new stadiumSeoul's convention centre upgradeGet in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform

The $17BN Plan to Make Iraq a Logistics Superpower - #135 Mar 13, 2025 35:52 This week, Fred and Liam dig into The B1M's latest video, all about "The $17BN Plan to Make Iraq a Logistics Superpower". Luke is sadly unwell this week. We wish him all the best for a speedy recovery! Later in the episode, we cover:Bhutan's new airport - https://www.instagram.com/p/DG052lOM5G9/?img_index=1London’s 85 Gracechurch Street skyscraper hitting Roman ruins - https://www.instagram.com/p/

Why Berlin Built a $7BN Empty Airport - #134 Mar 6, 2025 39:17 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why Berlin Built a $7BN Empty Airport". Luke is away for this episode, so Fred and Liam breakdown the turbulent 30-year journey of Brandenburg Airport, in Berlin, Germany.Later in the episode, we cover:Naples set to get a major new district = https://www.instagram.com/p/DGlO2yhsXg_/?img_index=1London’s £4.5BN super sewer is now fully connected

Why China is Building a New Road to Russia - #133 Feb 27, 2025 43:09 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why China is Building a New Road to Russia". In the mountains where Europe meets Asia, a controversial highway is under construction. For the first time on the podcast, we're discussing big infrastructure in Georgia (the country, not the US state!)This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble here: bit.ly/4iavIGV , and mor

Inside Europe's $1BN Abandoned Mega-Build - #132 Feb 20, 2025 37:02 This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Inside Europe's $1BN Abandoned Mega-Build". Together, we talk about Fred's experiences of going inside one of Europe’s biggest abandoned buildings, the one of a kind ICC Berlin.Later in the episode, we cover:GCHQ share rare construction images with The B1M = https://www.instagram.com/p/DF94xiCM8kE/?img_index=1We end the show with emails from Ma

Delayed: Japan’s $64BN Levitating Bullet Trains are no Longer on Track - #131 Feb 13, 2025 1:04:46 This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent long-form video "Delayed: Japan’s $64BN Levitating Bullet Trains are no Longer on Track". Liam's away this week, so Fred and Luke are dissecting Japan's super-fast Maglev future that might be on the rails.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble here: bit.ly/4gUimx3 , and Tekla Structures here: bit.ly/4gGa77kLater

The $3BN Mega Dam That Changes the Weather - #130 Feb 6, 2025 43:49 This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent video "The $3BN Mega Dam That Changes the Weather". In short, India's record-breaking new infrastructure project is absolutely massive.Later in the episode, we cover:London Heathrow’s third runway resurrected = https://www.instagram.com/p/DFaGKF7MzGm/?img_index=1Saudi Arabia finishes carving a hotel into a mountain = https://www.instagram.co

Overbudget: Britain's $57BN Nuclear Nightmare - #129 Jan 23, 2025 52:18 This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent video "Overbudget: Britain's $57BN Nuclear Nightmare". In this episode, the lads ask what went wrong at Hinkley Point C — Europe's largest construction site.Later in the episode, we cover:China’s new Zaha Hadid-designed cultural centre = https://www.instagram.com/p/DELO6xmu-HM/?img_index=1Harvard’s first mass-timber building = https://www.instagr

How This Nazi Megastructure Became Luxury Apartments - #128 Jan 16, 2025 46:30 This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent video "How This Nazi Megastructure Became Luxury Apartments". In this poignant episode of the podcast, we ask ourselves how to deal with buildings of a dark past...Later in the episode, we cover:Manila’s new skyscrapers = https://www.instagram.com/p/DEnvxKMsmOz/?img_index=1London’s Southbank development gets High Court approval = https://www

Top 25 Construction Megaprojects of 2025 - #127 Jan 9, 2025 46:16 This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent video "Top 25 Construction Megaprojects of 2025". We'll give you 25 chances to guess what this episode is about... either way, it’s going to be a massive year for construction.Later in the episode, we cover:China’s Heatherwick-designed new district completes = https://www.instagram.com/p/DDu53ErOUa6/?img_index=1Twin skyscrapers with skypool comin

Big Fat QUIZ of 2024 - #126 Dec 26, 2024 50:36 This week, the QUIZ returns with a special variety gameshow episode covering 2024 in construction. Enjoy one of our funniest and unhinged episodes yet!We end the show with multiple messages and emails.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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