Constructive Voices

From Rubble to Resilience Circular Reconstruction for Rebuilding Ukraine

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rebuilding Ukraine through circularity, community with British and Dutch support, is a good news podcast episode. This positive news story has been in...

Bringing Social Justice Messages to Your Community with Plan International Youth Representatives

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Ciara sits down with Jessica Gill and Aoibhínn Nevin-Ginnetty, two passionate youth advocates from Plan International Ireland’s ...

COP30 Outcomes, the Amazon & the Rise of the Bioeconomy with Author, Tim Christophersen, VP Climate of Climate Change at Salesforce

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Constructive Voices, Jackie is joined again by Tim Christophersen, Vice President of Climate Action at Salesforce and author ...

Building Climate-Ready Streets, Homes & Transit with Feljin Jose

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Public transport advocate and Dublin City Councillor Feljin Jose joins interviewer Ciara to unpack how streets, housing and rail policy shap...

Healthcare's Role in Climate Change with Irish Doctors for the Environment

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The built environment and of course, the environment in general, are inextricably linked to our health and well-being. With so much media c...

Damien Queally of Plan International on Empowering Youth for Sustainable Change

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this Youth Month special, Plan International’s Chief Programme Officer Damien Queally joins youth host Ciara O’Brien to unpack what tru...

Generation Restoration: A Call To Action With Tim Christophersen

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"Generation Restoration wonderfully weaves together the most important ingredients of how we can heal ourselves and the planet. The book is the c...

Why Nature Credits Matter – With Brian MacSharry, European Environment Agency

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Unpacking how nature credits could reshape the way we value biodiversity and fund its restoration with Dr. Brian MacSharry of the European Environ...

Ireland’s Retrofit Race — with Dr. Ciarán Byrne (SEAI)

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How Ireland is making homes warmer, cheaper to run, and lower-carbon—at real scale—and what you should actually do first. Ireland’s Retrofit...

David Picton on Safety, Sustainability & the Rise of the Lone Worker

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Safety isn’t a box-tick—it’s a living culture. David Picton shares hard-won lessons from military logistics to boardrooms and major infrastr...

Good News: Floating Neighbourhoods, EU Nature Credits, and Ecosia’s Burkina Faso Tree Revival

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A short, sharp burst of optimism from the built environment. This episode: how floating neighbourhoods can power and protect themselves; why the ...

Everest: The Transformative Power of Nature: 8 Big Lessons from Everest with David Picton

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

At Constructive Voices, we’re not only about the place and the things that happen within the built environment, we’re also about how ...

Good News: A New Way To Look At Sustainability & Pocket Forests & Retrofitting in Ireland

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this uplifting edition of the Constructive Voices Good News podcast in less than six minutes, we bring you a short, sharp burst of positive stories...

Leading Change: Gretchen Gagel on Women Thriving in Construction

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you’re a construction professional, a leader in a male-dominated field, or simply passionate about driving meaningful change, this episode o...

The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD): A Game-Changer for European Building Sustainability With Stephen Barrett of the IGBC

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Europe on the cusp of a green building revolution? Find out in this podcast episode. In this episode of Constructive Voices, we’re joined by Ste...

NEWS: From Refugee Training To The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive And A Newborn Okapi

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the very first edition of the Constructive Voices News — a short, sharp burst of uplifting stories from the built environment, with...

A Sustainable Snapshot of Cobh: Local Action, Global Implications

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Where better than your own home country to start exploring something that is very close to one’s heart? And I believe to lots of people’s hearts w...

Building Smarter, Faster & Greener – Optimised Construction with Will Frost of Saint-Gobain

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“We are past the point of return for trying to save traditional methods of building. We need to focus on what is performing now and deliver wit...

From Shoreline to Skyline: Peter Robbins on the Rise of the Floating Economy

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of the future, do you picture space—or water? In this eye-opening episode, Jackie De Burca speaks with Peter Robbins, one of the worl...

Greening Ireland: From Pocket Forests to Native Woodlands With Catherine Cleary

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We recently had the pleasure of speaking with Catherine Cleary, author, journalist, and the CEO & Co-founder of Pocket Forests. Having authore...

Building a Greener Future: Carbon Capture with Neustark’s Anna Haas

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“We are turning a waste stream into a carbon sink — that’s the real magic.” ️ Guest: Anna Haas, Business Development ...

Zurich A Living Lab for Sustainable Cities With Anna Haas

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode of Constructive Voices, Jackie De Burca sits down with Anna Haas from Neustark to explore the city she calls home—...

Building Sustainability Into the Bottom Line with Kathleen Egan of Ecomedes

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“At the end of the day, we have limited resources. This issue isn’t going away—so dismantling sustainability programmes is a short-term d...

Floating Urban Residences With Rutger De Graaf

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve fought water for centuries, but maybe it’s time to live with it—and even on it.” – Rutger de Graaf Imagine cities that rise with the ...

Life Inside Cloughjordan Ecovillage – A Blueprint for Sustainable Community Living

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special and historic episode of Constructive Voices, we hand over the mic to our first-ever volunteer, Sarah Austin, a sustainable development...

Decarbonising Heat with Dr. Alex Mellor of Naked Energy

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From the importance of tackling heat-related emissions to groundbreaking projects like the British Library’s solar thermal installation, thi...

Inspiring the Next Generation of Built Environment Professionals with Craig Bloxsome

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re an educator, industry professional, or student considering a career in construction, this episode is packed with practical insights o...

What Is Your Legacy? Exploring Global Change with Sangeeta Waldron

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this compelling episode of Constructive Voices, Jackie De Burca sits down with author, PR expert, and climate advocate Sangeeta Waldron ...

Exploring Vancouver's Urban Design with Alexandra Steed

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tune into the first exciting episode of the Constructive Voices’ City Correspondents initiative with an enlightening discussion featuring Alexandra...

Paving the Way to Zero CO2 Cement with Ryan Gilliam of Fortera

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this exciting kickoff to Season 4, Constructive Voices host Jackie De Burca sits down with one of TIME’s Top 100 Climate Leaders for 2024,...

Enfield Where Nature & Community Meet With Sangeeta Waldron

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this inspiring 19-minute episode of Constructive Voices, host Jackie De Burca is joined by the incredible Sangeeta Waldron, a PR expert and celebr...

Liverpool A Renaissance City With Professor Michael Parkinson

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This bonus episode features a 12-minute excerpt from a 2021 interview with Professor Michael Parkinson, renowned for his work on urban regeneration, p...

Cavity Wall Insulation: A Hidden Crisis With Damian Mercer of Cavity Extraction

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“The real problems we have with cavity wall insulation is it’s been installed in the wrong geographical locations, in the wrong type of housi...

The Nature of Our Cities with Dr. Nadina Galle, Part 4

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Nature has a calming and restorative effect. It can improve our mood, cognitive function, and overall well-being—it’s not just a luxury; i...

The Nature of Our Cities with Dr. Nadina Galle, Part 3

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Urban nature isn’t just a backdrop; it’s a daily lifeline for biodiversity, human health, and climate resilience.” – Host, Jacki...

The Nature of Our Cities with Dr. Nadina Galle, Part 2

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this engaging second installment with Nadina Galle, on Constructive Voices, host Jackie De Burca delves into the fascinating world of urban ...

The Nature Of Our Cities With Dr. Nadina Galle, Part 1

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Nature of Our Cities with Dr. Nadina Galle, Part 1 Main feature photo credit: Roger Cremers for National Geographic In thi...

Designing for a Healthier Tomorrow: Sustainable Greenhouses with Josh Holleb

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“The goal has always been, how can we do this better? We live in Colorado with extreme weather, and the world was working off a European greenh...

The Future of Urban Greening: A Conversation with Angus Cunningham

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Constructive Voices, host Jackie De Burca sits down with Angus Cunningham, one of the directors of Scotscape, to explore the tr...

How AI and Satellite Technology Are Revolutionising Biodiversity Net Gain with Shashin Mishra

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Constructive Voices, Jackie De Burca sits down with Shashin Mishra, VP of EMEA at AI Dash, to dive into the world of Biodiversity N...

Tell Stories With Short, Entertaining Podcasts

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As an agency or an in-house marketer, you know that building authority, by creating content that stands out from the crowd is essential to attract lin...

Women in Engineering Podcast Series

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Women in Engineering podcast series by Constructive Voices celebrates the powerful contributions of women in a field traditionally dominated by me...

What Is Changing Materials? A Valuable Resource You Won't Want To Miss

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Neal Maxwell, who has worked in the construction industry for more than 30 years, co-founded the non-profit organisation, Changing Streams, in 2018, a...

How AI Can Really Build Stanford Promo with Professor and ALICE Technologies, CEO René Morkos

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How AI Can Really Build Stanford Professor and ALICE Technologies, CEO René Morkos, is an introduction to the main episode that introduced ALICE Tec...

Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 4

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alexandra Steed Podcast: Part 4 The ground-breaking author, Alexandra Steed, talks to Jackie De Burca in a series of four podcast episodes that de...

Resilient Design and Urban Planning with Lisa Lattu

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Constructive Voices, we dive deep into the world of resilient design and urban planning with Lisa Lattu, a pioneering "plangineer" ...

Newsflash: Wetlands Restoration & Recording Breaking Temperatures

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Under 5 Minutes Listen Newsflash: Wetlands Restoration & Recording Breaking Temperatures Mossy Earth and their local partners have res...

Newsflash: Losing Noah's Ark But Winning Awards

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this newsflash, 5-minute episode, you will learn about why scientists are warning that the Pantanal, often described as a "paradise on Earth," coul...

Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 3

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alexandra Steed Podcast: Part 3 The ground-breaking author, Alexandra Steed, talks to Jackie De Burca in a series of four podcast episodes tha...

A Visual Biodiversity Net Gain Tool With Panu Pasanen of One Click LCA

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this short 17 minute episode, you will discover how this visual biodiversity net gain tool can help you do your BNG calculations and planning effic...

Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 2

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Part 2: The ground-breaking author, Alexandra Steed, talks to Jackie De Burca in a series of four podcast episodes that delve deeply into her bril...

Portrait To Landscape-A Landscape Strategy To Reframe Our Future, Alexandra Steed on Her Ground-Breaking Book, Part 1

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Part 1: The ground-breaking author, Alexandra Steed, talks to Jackie De Burca in a series of four podcast episodes that delve deeply into her bril...

Dr Ciaran Byrne, Director, SEAI on Ireland's Retrofitting Success Stories, Challenges and Opportunities

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this enlightening episode of the Constructive Voices Podcast, Jackie De Burca talks to Dr. Ciaran Byrne, the Director of National Retrofit in ...

How To Fast Track Built Environment Sustainability With Panu Pasanen of One Click LCA

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Constructive Voices! Today, we have an exciting guest with us, Panu Pasanen, the CEO and founder of One Click LCA. ...

Discover How Construction Can Reduce Plastic Consumption With Neal Maxwell

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In under half an hour, learn how you and your colleagues can reduce plastic consumption in the construction industry. Jackie De Burca speaks to Neal M...

Building Conversations E1: René Morkos of Alice Technologies

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the first of a new series of short but insightful conversations with construction industry thought leaders, Steve Randall is joined by René Morko...

Urban Design in Western Australia With Dr.Julian Bolleter, Australian Author, Director and Lecturer

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Building Better Cities: A Journey Through Urban Design Host: Jackie De Burca Guest: Dr. Julian Bolleter, Co-Director of the Australian Urban De...

Tony Sheridan on Building a Greener Future with the Revolutionary Cemfree Cement

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Constructive Voices. In Episode 1 of Season Three, we explore the urgent shift within the construction industry towards more sustainable pr...

Yaron Dycian of WINT: AI to the Rescue: Harnessing Smart Water Management to Fight Climate Change

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features Yaron Dycian, co-founder of WINT, who discusses the integration of AI in water management to combat water scarcity and clim...

Focus on Female Engineers with Melissa Ahmed

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“I never really saw engineering as the career for me and it wasn’t really pushed. When I was studying subjects like art, science, maths, thos...

Focus on Female Engineers with Dr. Zenan Ahmed

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“I grew up seeing my Dad as my role model. And he is a civil engineer. So I saw him working with interesting tools and software. I remember he ...

Struggling with Emotional, Physical or Financial Wellbeing? This Episode is for You

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in to this podcast episode that could be life-changing for you, someone you love, or friends at work or on the next site you go to.  Jackie De B...

Focus on Female Engineers with Helen Ramsay

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emma Nicholson speaks to Helen Ramsay whose enthusiasm and drive is bound to inspire you. Helen, who seems to have boundless energy, has worked in st...

Focus on Female Engineers with Magda Sartin

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“I never dreamed that I will get to the point where I am.” Emma Nicholson speaks to the very insightful Magda Sartin about many aspects of her wor...

Schedule Compression, Technology & More With David Hernandez & Pete The Builder

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a really interesting conversation between two construction industry experts. Irish builder and TV star, Peter Finn, talks to Dav...

Focus on Female Engineers with Océane Mbaguta

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Constructive Voices, has been inspired by a former guest to create something new and exciting. Thanks to Emma Nicholson, we are collaborating to bri...

Focus on Female Engineers with Jo Parker

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the second Focus on Females episode features , Emma Nicholson speaks to a trailblazing female engineer, Jo Parker. Jo Parker is a chartered civil e...

Focus on Female Engineers with Kat Draper

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Once again, Constructive Voices, has been inspired by a former guest to create something new and exciting. Thanks to Emma Nicholson, we are collabora...

Claire Wansbury Beyond Biodiversity Net Gain Training

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are delighted to announce the Beyond Biodiversity Net Gain accessible online training series created with our Ecology Training Leader, Claire W...

Could This Heating Solution Reduce Carbon Emissions By 80%?

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Constructive Voices has recently been listed as one of the UK's Top Sustainability Podcasts on Feedspot According to the World Economic Forum,  ...

Biodiversity Net Gain With Sustainability Lawyer, Ben Stansfield

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Understand more about Biodiversity Net Gain With Sustainability Lawyer, Ben Stansfield of Gowling WLG. Ben specialises in environmental and planning ...

Clean Energy Cities With Dr. Stephen Lorimer, Centre for Net Zero

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“Clean energy cities is a framework of recommendations that we gave to five different typologies of cities globally across the world.” ...

Sustainable Housing In Europe Challenges and Opportunities with the Global Policy Research Group

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Global Policy Research Group is the the policy hub for next-generation policymakers that brings senior researchers, young professionals, ...

Jane Findlay: When We Damage Nature We Damage Our Own Health

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane Findlay is the Immediate Past President of the Landscape Institute of the UK, and the director of Fira Landscape Limited. She has a weal...

Biodiversity in the Built Environment Roundtable Part 2

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn from some top experts on biodiversity during Part 2, of the Biodiversity in the Built Environment Roundtable. Gain perspective on this topic tha...

Biodiversity in the Built Environment Roundtable Part 1

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn from some top experts on biodiversity during Part 1, of the Biodiversity in the Built Environment Roundtable. Gain perspective on this ...

Henry McDonald Podcast Tribute

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Tuesday 28th February 2023, our beloved and esteemed colleague, Henry McDonald will has been laid to rest. This episode is a tribute t...

Henry McDonald Podcast About The Houses Of Parliament UK

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Henry McDonald talks to two top authorities about the precarious state of the British Houses of Parliament: Ian Paisley Jnr. and the Observer Architec...

Can Venture Capital Help Biodiversity in the Built Environment with Margarita Skarkou?

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can Venture Capital Help Biodiversity in the Built Environment with Margarita Skarkou?Plus Fintan Damer of Mott MacDonald Talks About the Importance o...

Biodiversity in the Built Environment with World Meteorological Organisation Climate & Sustainability Influencer, Roberta Boscolo

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join the Round Table here.Welcome to Season Two of Constructive Voices and our first-ever themed month: Biodiversity in the Built Environment.January ...

A Look At The Highlights Of 2022

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As some of our loyal listeners know, 2022 was the very first full year of Constructive Voices. And what a year it was!From Ireland to Australia, and f...

Rats and Other Disasters in the Palace of Westminster

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“If we’re not careful, the United Kingdom is going to have its Notre Dame moment…. that Parliament is going to burn to the ground.”Ian Paisley...

What is the Post COP27 Roadmap for the Built Environment? With a Panel of Top Experts

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

COP26 saw the first-ever Built Environment DayCOP26 in Glasgow saw the first-ever Built Environment Day. Considering that one of the most shared stati...

An Addiction Special You Won't Want To Miss

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Richard is a recovering alcoholic who has worked in the construction industry for fourteen years. His bravery and honesty will touch you whether you a...

How to minimise risk in turbulent times with US expert, Aaron Henderson

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The 44th episode of Constructive Voices looks Stateside to construction technology expert, Aaron Henderson. Talking to Steve Randall, Aaron navigates ...

Industry Spotlight On CIS Ireland: Ireland’s leading provider of business intelligence to the Construction and Allied Industries

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ireland’s favourite TV Builder, Peter Finn, talks to Scott Delaney of CIS Ireland about the state of the construction industry in Ireland plus he sh...

Can Net Zero and The Cost of Living Crisis Co Exist? With John Smith MCIAT

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Does this episode title annoy you in the current circumstances that so many of us find ourselves in? It can be hard to stomach concepts like this when...

My Labour of Love for The Book of Kells

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine your mission is to protect one of the most famous books in the whole world. A beautiful and intricate illuminated manuscript that contains the...

An Expert Snapshot of the Construction Industry in Australia

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wondering how your counterparts are doing Down Under? Curious about the current state of the construction industry in Australia? Then tune in to Episo...

FOOTPRINT+ Bonus 2 With Interviews From The Event

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The inaugural FOOTPRINT+ was a huge success and we were delighted to be there as a media partner. This bonus episode wraps up the series of super inte...

The Power of Modular Construction During a Crisis

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Steve Randall speaks to Sam Whitworth and Maddie Podstada of Stelling Properties Limited. Steve was also given a tour around the Stel...

FOOTPRINT+ Bonus 1 With Interviews From The Event

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

To kick off this bonus FOOTPRINT+ episode, Pete the Builder spoke to Andrew Waugh about using timber in constructionAndrew Waugh, Waugh Thistleton Arc...

Harvard Professor & Author, Julia Watson, Explains The Importance Of Indigenous Architecture

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Julia Watson is a leading light at this crucial moment in humanity's history. We were honoured and delighted to be able to interview her recently abou...

FOOTPRINT+ Special 4 With Interviews From The Event

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We really enjoyed being at the Footprint+ event earlier this month. Speaking to so many different people with the same goal was really refreshing. We ...

FOOTPRINT+ Special 3 With Interviews From The Event

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

To kick off this third special episode, Steve Randall spoke to Josie Cadwallader-Hughes about Zero-Carbon homesAs Sustainability Director at Thakeham ...

FOOTPRINT+ Special 2 With Interviews From The Event

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pete the Builder and Steve Randall along with this special’s guests are transporting you back to Footprint+! And if you weren’t there, this is a g...

FOOTPRINT+ Special 1 With Interviews From The Event

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pete the Builder and Steve Randall make you feel like you are at FOOTPRINT+ yourself!This first FOOTPRINT+ Special kicks off with an insightful catch-...

How Schools & Sustainability Can Be Linked With Dr. Joe Jack Williams

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t miss this fascinating interview with Henry Mc Donald talking to top architect, Dr Joe Jack Williams, whose specialism is understanding the imp...

Bryan Oknyansky On What Shoes, Western and Oriental Architecture Have in Common

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are delighted to reach another milestone on the 17th May 2022 – when we publish our 30th episode. It’s been a wonderful journey so far and we a...

A Look at the Energy Superhub Oxford with Tim Rose

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Henry McDonald speaks to Tim Rose, the Program Lead for the Energy Super Hub Oxford Project.Tim Rose is one of the speakers at FOOTPRINT+. He is a low...