Context & Clarity for Small Firm Architects

288: Licensure Alternatives feat. Gabriel Keller

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed Gabriel Keller to Context & Clarity LIVE.Listen to the conversation as they talked ...

287: Fanocracy for Architects feat. David Meerman Scott

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed David Meerman Scott to Context & Clarity LIVE.Listen to the conversation as they ta...

286: Architecture Afterlife feat. Peter G. Smith

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed Peter G. Smith to Context & Clarity LIVE.Listen to the conversation as they talked ...

285: Leadership Development feat. Ryan McEnroe

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed Ryan McEnroe to Context & Clarity LIVE.Listen to the conversation as they talked wi...

284: Clarity, Mindfulness, Architecture feat. Andrew McConnell

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed Andrew McConnell to Context & Clarity LIVE.Listen to the conversation as they talke...

283: Truth and Architecture feat. Hiba Bhatty

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed Hiba Bhatty to Context & Clarity LIVE.Listen to the conversation as they talked wit...

282: Communication and Collaboration feat. Mark Stanley

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed Mark Stanley to Context & Clarity LIVE.Listen to the conversation as they talked wi...

281: Supporting Changemakers feat. Amanda Dunfield

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed Amanda Dunfield to Context & Clarity LIVE.Listen to the conversation as they talked...

280: Ready or Not feat. Carl Sergio

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Context & Clarity LIVE is back for our Fall Season! In this episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed Carl Sergio back to Context &am...

279: The Origin Story of Context & Clarity feat. Jeff Echols and Mark R. LePage (Live from A’23)

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we embark on an inspiring adventure through time, tracing the roots of Context & Clarity. Listen to the conversation as we bring ...

278: Values-Based Architecture Brand feat. Emily Soccorsy

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kengas welcomed Emily Soccorsy back to Context & Clarity LIVE. Listen to the conversation a...

277: Designing, Drawing, Riding feat. Richard Worsham

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Designing, Drawing, RidingIn this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kengas welcomed Richard Worsham to Context & Clarity LIVE. Listen...

276: Architects and Travel feat. George Smart

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Architecture and TravelIn this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kengas welcomed George Smart to Context & Clarity LIVE. Listen to th...

275: Unreasonable Hospitality feat. Will Guidara

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can you improve your client experience?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kengas welcomed Will Guidara to Context & Clarit...

274: Win Without Pitching feat. Blair Enns

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kengas welcomed Blair Enns to Context & Clarity LIVE. Blair is the founder of Win Without P...

273: The Intersection of Place and Longevity feat. Ryan Frederick

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Where is the intersection of place and healthy longevity?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed senior housing and agi...

272: God Is In The Details feat. Cherise Lakeside

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kengas welcomed Cherise Lakeside, FCSI, CDT to Context & Clarity LIVE. Cherise is the Senio...

271: Happy Homes feat. Toby Witte

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you create a home that promises happiness?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katie Kangas welcomed Architect and Author, Tob...

270: AI and Architecture feat. ChatGPT

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How will emerging technologies shape the future of architecture as a profession?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail we...

269: Prolific Innovation feat. Carla Johnson

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What are the steps to becoming prolifically innovative?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcomed Carla Johnson to C...

268: Innovating The Built Environment feat. KP Reddy

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Where will innovation in the built environment come from?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcomed KP Reddy to Cont...

267: Envision New Possibilities feat. Kimberly Dowdell

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can you envision new possibilities for the world around you?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcomed Kimberly Dowd...

266: Women Who Shape Architecture feat. She Builds

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who are the women who have shaped architecture?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcome all three Co-Hosts of the S...

265: Sketch Like An Architect feat. David Drazil

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you understand, develop, and present ideas?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcome David Drazil to Context ...

264: The ROI of Educating Clients feat. Marcus Sheridan

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How should you educate the public (and your clients) about architecture?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcome Ma...

263: Your Unique Value feat. Tyler Suomala

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What value do you bring to your clients and your work?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcome Tyler Suomala to Co...

262: The Future of Architecture feat. Lakisha Woods

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is the future of the profession of architecture?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcome Lakisha Woods, CEO of...

261: Explaining Architecture feat. Stewart Hicks

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you explain architecture?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcome Steward Hicks, architect, educator, storyt...

260: Mindfulness and Architecture feat. Pandit Dasa

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can mindfulness change the way we practice?In this podcast episode, Jeff Echols and Co-Host Katharine MacPhail welcome Pandit Dasa, former monk, ...

259: The Future of the Shopping Mall feat. Alexandra Lange

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the future of the shopping mall?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conversation that...

258: Learning to Lead feat. Leo MacLeod

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you learn to be a leader? How can we help others develop their talent?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backsta...

257: Applying the Proximity Principle to your Goals feat. Ken Coleman

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can you accomplish your goals by employing the Proximity Principle?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to ...

256: Architects and the Future feat. Emily Grandstaff-Rice

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the future of the profession of architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and guest co-host Mandy Freeland backstage to reflect on a co...

255: Small Firm M&A feat. Jamie Claire Kiser

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are mergers and acquisitions possible for small firms?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conv...

254: A More Sustainable Future feat. Melissa Wackerle

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can we make the built environment more sustainable?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a con...

REPLAY: Architect and Developer feat. Jonathan Segal

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can someone be both Architect and Developer? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage for an encore presentatio...

REPLAY: Standing Out feat. Jesse Cole

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can you stand out as an architect?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage for an encore presentation of a "bes...

253: Tech-First Innovation in Architecture feat. Christian Giordano

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can tech-first innovation change the AEC industry?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conv...

252: Architecture Practice Franchise feat. Lisa Raynes

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What if you had an architecture firm that worked for you?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a c...

REPLAY: Out of Architecture feat. Erin Pellegrino + Jake Rudin

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is there more than architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail present an encore presentation that we had on Contex...

251: What is the Power of Place feat. Ryan Frederick

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is the power of place?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and co-host Katharine MacPhail backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Con...

250: The Business Case for EDI+J feat. Antoinette Bunkley

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the business case for doing the right thing?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and guest co-host Mandy Freeland backstage to reflect on a con...

249: Mentorship and the Future of Architecture feat. Carl Sergio

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When is mentorship most important?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and guest co-host Mandy Freeland backstage to reflect on a conversation that we h...

248: Architects' Post-Pandemic Brands feat. Emily Soccorsy

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do architects’ brands need to change post-pandemic?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that ...

247: The Financial Mindset Fix feat. Joyce Marter

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How does your mindset affect your financial health?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had...

246: Tech and Working ON the Profession feat. Evan Troxel

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Working ON not IN the profession?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & ...

245: Ethics, AI, Architecture feat. Matias del Campo

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are the ethical questions related to artificial intelligence?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversat...

244: Behave Culture feat. Alfonso Wenker & Trina Olson

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What does the future of architecture firm culture look like?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation th...

243: Architecture, Tech, the Future feat. Clifton Harness

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How does technology help (or hurt) architects?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on C...

242: Life, Architect, Firm feat. Betsey Olenick Dougherty

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you balance everything through the evolution of your career, life, and firm?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to refle...

241: Managing a Firm feat. Ray Brown

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you manage a small architecture firm?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Con...

240: Your Firm's Finances feat. Megan Dahle

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you get a handle on your firm’s finances?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had ...

239: AEC Entrepreneurship feat. Mark Zweig

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are the simple truths behind starting, building, and running your business?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect ...

238: Fees & Profit feat. Ian Motley

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can architects increase fees and profit margins?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we ha...

237: Introvert living as an Extrovert feat. Jessica Pan

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can you live life to the fullest as an introvert?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we h...

236: Responding to Trends feat. Bob Fisher

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can architects identify and respond to trends?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had ...

235: An Inclusive, Diverse Future feat. Tiffany Brown

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can we ensure an inclusive and diverse future for the architecture profession?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflec...

234: Building a Architect/Contractor Team feat. Brad Leavitt

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you build a good architect/contractor team?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had ...

233: How to Get Different feat. Mike Michalowicz

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you Get Different?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and special guest Mandy Freeland backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Con...

232: Brand, PR, and Social Media feat. Cavin Costello

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can small firm architects implement brand building, public relations, and social media? In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage...

Best of C&C: Architect & Developer feat. James Petty

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can an architect also become a developer?In this episode, we reshare one of our favorite conversations of Context & Clarity LIVE! In September...

Best of C&C: Building Science Fight Club feat. Christine Williamson

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's the first rule of the Building Science Fight Club?In this episode, we reshare one of our favorite conversations of Context & Clarity LIVE! ...

231: Out of Architecture feat. Erin Pellegrino and Jake Rudin

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is there more than architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & C...

230: What stories should architects tell? feat. Rain Bennett

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What stories should architects tell?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context &am...

229: Can AI Save Architecture? feat. Eitan Tsarfati

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Can AI save architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Clarity ...

228: The Architecture of Motherhood feat. Gloria Kloter

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Architecture of MotherhoodIn this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context & Cla...

227: Make More without Working More feat. Jonathan Stark

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can you make more without working more?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Cont...

226: How to Be in an Office feat. Michael Celauro, Michael Riscica, and Rachel Gresham

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's it like to work in architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Context ...

225: AI and Architecture feat. Matias del Campo

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What will AI mean for the future of architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff, Katharine, and Chris Novelli backstage to reflect on a conversati...

224: Book Yourself Solid feat. Michael Port

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you book yourself solid with the projects and clients you really want?In this podcast episode, join Jeff, Katharine, and Chris Novelli backstag...

223: Online and On-land Tools feat. Shajay Bhooshan

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What role will online and on-land tools play in the future of architecture?In this podcast episode, join Jeff, Katharine, and Chris Novelli backstage ...

222: Networking feat. James Carbary

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can you create content to build a network of ideal clients?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation...

221: Metaverse Architecture feat. Fatemeh Monfared

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to be an architect in the metaverse?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we ...

220: Catalyst feat. Graciela Carrilo

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can architects be a catalyst for change?In this podcast episode, join Jeff and Katharine backstage to reflect on a conversation that we had on Con...

219: Promoting Equity feat. Pascale Sablan

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can we promote equity beyond the built environment?In this podcast episode, Morrisville, Vermont-based Architect, Artist, and Activist, Jay Caroli...

218: Metaverse feat. George Bileca

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the future of architecture and the meta verse?In this podcast episode, Boston-based Architect, and Educator Isra Banks and Hopedale, Massachu...

217: Jane Walton, Architecture Firms As Works Of Art

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can architecture firms become works of art?In this podcast episode, Farmington, Michigan-based Architect, and Educator Kenneth Crutcher and Morris...

216: Joann Lui, Using Your Personal Brand to Create Your Own Success

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can architects build a personal brand?In this podcast episode, Bakersfield, California, Architect, Mandy Freeland, and Farmington, Michigan-based ...

215: Jesse Cole, Standing Out

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can you stand out as an architect?In this podcast episode, Ithica, New York, Architect, a translator, a spec writer, and a QA/QC hawk, Christian N...

214: Declan Keefe, Positive Impact Through Cooperation

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What kind of positive impact can architects make through cooperation?In this podcast episode, Boston, Massachusetts, Architect, and Educator Isra Bank...

213: Matt Forget, Creating Hands-On Engagement

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can architects create hands-on engagement?In this podcast episode, Ithaca, New York, Architect, Translator, and QA/QC Hawk, Christian Nielsen-Pala...

212: Amanda Hennessey, Giving Your Best Presentation

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can architects give the best presentation of their lives?In this podcast episode, Massachusetts, Architect and Educator Isra Banks joins us backst...

211: Ken 'Spanky' Moskowitz, Acting on Advice

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when Architects actually follow all the great advice we get?In this podcast episode, Hopedale, Massachusetts, Architect and Podcast Host ...

210: Jennifer Castenson, Innovation in Architecture

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can Architects leverage innovation to change the future of the profession?In this podcast episode, architects and community members Mandy Freeland...

209: Michael E. Gerber, Making It as a Small Firm Architect

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can you 'make it' as a small firm architect? In this podcast episode, architects and community members Isra Banks and Christian Nielsen-Palacios j...

Best of C&C: Roxane Gay - Courage Over Confidence

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we reshare one of our favorite conversations of Context & Clarity LIVE! In April 2021, in a surprise twist, Jeff Echols and Katha...

Best of C&C: Jonathan Segal - Architect and Developer

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we reshare one of our favorite conversations of Context & Clarity LIVE! In October 2021, Jeff Echols and special guest Co-Host, M...

Best of C&C: Seth Godin - Well, how did I get here?

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we reshare one of our favorite conversations of Context & Clarity LIVE! Back in March 2021, we welcomed Seth Godin, host of the A...

Jennifer Castenson - Leveraging Innovation in Architecture

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How can Architects leverage innovation to change the future of the profession?That's where we'll start our conversation today on Context & Clarity...

Michael E. Gerber - Making It As A Small Firm Architect

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"How do you ‘make it’ as a Small Firm Architect in 2021 and beyond?That's where we'll start our conversation today on Context & Clarity LIVE.J...

Lessons on risk from the insurance and legal perspectives

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"On Context & Clarity LIVE, we talked to Zach Waters, CEO of Black Swan Risk Management, AND Steve Litchfield, Founding Partner of Litchfield Law ...

Zach Waters and Stephen Litchfield - Managing Risk

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How can architects manage or reduce risk? That's where we started our conversation on Thursday’s Context & Clarity LIVE.Jeff Echols and Co-Host ...

Jeff Echols - Reflecting on Building a Community

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How are communities built? Last week we observed the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States, so we took a break from Context & Clarity LIVE.Ins...

Lessons on equitable practice and hybrid workplace

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"On Context & Clarity LIVE, we talked to Diana Nicklaus, Architect and a Co-Founder of SAAM Architecture, about the intersection of equitable prac...

Diana Nicklaus - Equitable Practice and Hybrid Workplace

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do equitable practice and the hybrid workplace intersect?That's where we'll start our conversation on today’s Context & Clarity LIVE.Kathari...

Lessons on business entities and licensure with Christian Nielsen-Palacios and Kenneth Crutcher

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"On Context & Clarity LIVE, we talked to Patti Harris, Entrepreneur and Lawyer, the importance (and complexities) of business entities and license...

Patti Harris - Business Entities and Licensure for Architects

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What are the best practices when it comes to setting up business entities and licensure for architects?That's where we'll start our conversation on to...

Lessons on using video to tell the story of design with Katelyn Parker

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On Context & Clarity LIVE, we talked to Jeff Durkin, Videographer for Architects about using video to tell the story of the impact design can have...

Jeff Durkin - Using video to tell the story of design

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How can architects use video to tell the story of design?That's where we'll start our conversation on today’s Context & Clarity LIVE.Katharine W...

Lessons on Writing, Publishing, and Educating: Context & Clarity Backstage with Chris Novelli

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On Context & Clarity LIVE, we talked to Lora Teagarden, Architect, Advocate, and Author about writing, publishing, and educating. What are our bi...