Pro Clima Podcast
Episodes
Episode 36: Yes, you can build a whole home with a truss! Kim Aitkin
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kim Aitken shares her journey from Ireland to Scotland and into a diverse career spanning time with the British Army, Product Design Engineering, and ...
Episode 35: What happens when things go wrong? - Peter Raimondo
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Pro Clima Podcast, Simon Cator talks with Auckland-based (but Toronto born and raised) building enclosure engineer Peter Raimon...
Episode 34: Eco-Friendly Construction - Simon Wansbrough
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Simon Wandsborough joins the pro clima Podcast to discuss his journey from outdoor instructor to eco-conscious builder and the thinking behind his bus...
Episode 33: Freidrich Strey
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Special Guest: Freidrich Strey.
Episode 32: Offsite Construction - Andre Heller
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, industrial designer Andre Heller shares how his diverse background, from boat building to underground station construction, has shape...
Episode 31: Small, Smart Spaces - Sharon Robinson
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon Robinson, architectural designer, certified Passive House and Homestar designer - shares how her company Smart Living Spaces, ...
Episode 30: Antony Pelosi
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Antony Pelosi, a researcher and educator at Victoria University, discusses his journey from building science to architecture, including his time a...
Episode 29: Casper Valentin
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Casper Valintin shares his journey from a childhood split between Brunei and Scotland to careers in horticulture and IT — and ultim...
Episode 28: Allison Bailes
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, building scientist Dr. Allison Bailes shares his journey from physics academia to the world of building science. He discusses the imp...
Episode 27: Arena Williams
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Simon Cator and Jon Davies sit down with Arena Williams, MP for Manurewa, for a conversation on housing, pol...
Episode 26: Sian Taylor
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, architect Sian Taylor shares her journey from growing up in Wales to designing and living in a Passive House...
Episode 25: Mark Anderson
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Simon Cator sits down with Mark Anderson of MA Building, a Wanaka-based builder, as he shares how an apprent...
Episode 24: Jason Quinn
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, host Simon sits down with Jason Quinn, the Director of Sustainable Engineering, as they discuss overheating ...
Episode 23: Bronwyn Barry
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, host Simon Cator sits down with Bronwyn Barry, Principal at PassiveHouseBB, for an insightful conversation a...
Episode 22: Denise Martin
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Simon Cator as he sits down with Denise Martin, Director at BEO, for an insightful discussion on building science and insulation practices in New...
Episode 21: Graham Finch
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, host Simon Cator sits down with Graham Finch, Principal Science Specialist at RDH Building Science, for an i...
Episode 20 : Dan Saunders
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Simon Cator in conversation with Dan Saunders as they explore New Zealand’s H1 building code changes and discuss how we can promote higher stan...
Episode 19 : Bob Burnett
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Simon Cator as he interviews Architect Bob Burnett to explore the transformative work behind the Christchurch Earthquake rebuild, the origins of ...
Episode 18: Nick Gaites
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Pro Clima Podcast, host Simon Cator is joined by Nick Gaites from Reveal Building Consultants for an insightful discussion on o...
Episode 17: Matthew Cutler-Welsh
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Simon Cator sits down with Matthew Cutler-Welsh from Home Style Green at the Green Building Council. They di...
Episode 16: Manfred Kehrer
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Simon Cator and Manfred Kehrer as they discuss Manfred's upbringing in Bavaria, his interest in building science and, how he ended up working at ...
Episode 15: Kara Rosemeier
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Simon Cator as he sits down with Kara Rosemeier, director of the Passive House Academy in New Zealand, discussing Kara's early career in physioth...
Episode 14: Hartwig Künzel
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Simon sits down with Hartwig Künzel, who shares his journey with Fraunhofer—from accompanying his father ...
Episode 13: Barry Cope
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Barry shares with Simon his journey from studying engineering to transitioning into airtightness testing wit...
Episode 12: Vlada Acimovic
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Simon and Vlada delve into Vlada’s career as a European-trained architect and Certified Passive House Desi...
Episode 11: Murray Alcock
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
_Now is the time to press play on my next property development! _ This podcast conversation between Simon Cator and Murray Alcock explores Murray’s ...
Episode 10: Steven Hughes
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Steve shares his journey from living in a renovated 1860s villa in Ponsonby, Auckland, to building an off-gr...
Episode 9: Joe Lyth
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Joe shares his personal journey in architecture, from his childhood in a 1890s farmhouse to pursuing a caree...
Episode 8: Chris Penk
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Simon Cator and Jon Davies speak to Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk. The discussion revolves a...
Episode 7: Jon Davies
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I hope we'll see a change in the outcome for renovation work which has energy modelling and predicted energy demand for that building - for any build...
Episode 6: Sharon Robinson
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Ask yourself, what is your house going to be worth in 2030. A certified Passive House is on the operating levels, energy-wise, of where we're going i...
Episode 5: John Straube
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Straube explains the importance of the critical elements of the building structure, balancing insulation values with good airtightness levels and ...
Episode 4: Kim Feldborg
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"We moved into a brand new house in Taupo, it was double-glazed and looked good, but it was blimmin' cold. I couldn’t understand why people would pu...
Episode 3: Darryl Sang
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Modelling approach is the most accurate way of looking at a building. The overall performance really needs to be modelled." In this episode of pro cl...
Episode 2: Natasha Cockerell
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“We accept a lot just because we don’t know any different.” In the second episode of pro clima podcast, Natasha explains how seeing her relative...
Episode 1: Joe Lstiburek
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"It's not a rocket science, it's a building science!" In the first episode of the pro clima podcast, we're talking to Joe Lstiburek, the Godfather of ...