The EBFC Show
Episodes
Your Project Is Late Because You Believe These 10 Lies | Victor Ortiz Part 5
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most construction projects run on beliefs nobody questions. Victor Ortiz breaks down 10 misconceptions that keep teams late, over budget, and stuck in...
No Estimates, Maximum Results with Vasco Duarte
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the estimates we fight so hard to defend are actually the very thing slowing us down? In this episode, Felipe sits down with Vasco Duarte --...
AI in Construction: How to Apply AI to Real Projects with Tom Feliz
24 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re a construction professional, tech enthusiast, or just curious about the future of work, this episode is packed with insights, philoso...
AI in Construction: Adalia Zhao on BuildTrace - Change Orders & Innovation
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the FINAL EBFC Show episode of 2025, host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez sits down with Adalia Zhao, founder and CEO of BuildTrace, to talk about how AI...
Lean Leadership & The Appearance Trap | Patrick Adams on Actual Improvement
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does real Lean leadership look like—and how do you avoid just looking Lean without being Lean? 🤔 Join host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez on T...
Scrum Master vs. The Hot Ones Challenge 🌶
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a special edition of The Easier, Better, for Construction Show (EBFC Show)! 🎙️ Host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez goes full Hot Ones mode ...
Mastering the Last Planner System with Victor Ortiz Part 4
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the biggest barrier to Lean success isn’t the trades or the tools — but the way we think about planning itself? 🤔 In this episode of...
CBA - Pros & Cons: Better Decisions with Paz Arroyo
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the real problem on your project isn’t budget, scope, or schedule — but how decisions are actually made? 🤯 In this episode of The EBFC ...
Lean But Not Seen: Why Construction Still Misses the Mark
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most construction pros have heard of Lean — but far fewer truly understand it, and even fewer are putting it into practice. In this episode of The E...
How to Scale Target Value Delivery for Any Project: Part 2
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How Small Projects Can Win Big with Target Value Delivery (TVD). In this episode of The EBFC Show, host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez chats with Jason Bre...
How to Scale Target Value Delivery for Any Project: Part 1
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Collaboration isn't just for mega-projects.” 💬 In this powerful episode of The EBFC Show, Jason Brenner (@ Join) joins Felipe to break down ho...
Turning Resistance into Results: Mastering the Last Planner System with Victor Ortiz Part 3
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if resistance to change wasn’t a problem, but an opportunity? In this episode of The EBFC Show, Victor Ortiz and host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez...
Stop Wasting Time: How Teens Can Master Scrum with Noah Engineer-Manriquez
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of The EBFC Show, Felipe Engineer-Manriquez is joined by a very special guest—his son, Noah Engineer-Manriquez. Together, th...
Fake Last Planner System with Victor Ortiz Part 2
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why is the Last Planner System often misunderstood—and how can you avoid falling into the trap of a "fake" implementation? In this insightful follow...
Transforming Construction: Last Planner System Deep Dive with Victor Ortiz Part 1
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Felipe Engineer-Manriquez and returning guest Victor Ortiz as they explore the transformative power of the Last Planner System in construction ma...
The Future of Construction: Embracing AI and Innovation with Emily Edelstone
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The EBFC Show, Felipe Engineer Manriquez sits down with Emily Edelstone, a Technical Solutions Executive at Autodesk, to explore th...
Building a Lifeline: Mental Health and Suicide Awareness in Construction
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BONUS Episode: September is National Suicide Prevention Month in the USA. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, all...
Unlocking AI Innovations in Construction with Marcus Turner
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the transformative potential of AI in the construction industry in this episode of The EBFC Show, hosted by Felipe Engineer Manriquez and feat...
Essential Leadership Qualities for Effective Change with Kevin L. Ball
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we "Scrum" our way through a series of enlightening discussions with Kevin L. Ball, distilling his extensive expertise into actionabl...
Embracing Uncertainty: The Future of Adaptive Construction with Geoff Gosling
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the EBFC Show, host Felipe Engineer Manriquez welcomes Geoff Gosling, an industrial and product designer and one of the founders of...
Effective Management Through the Theory of Constraints with Thomas LaMay
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dig into the Theory of Constraints with Thomas LeMay in this compelling episode. Get an in-depth insight into the management tool introduced by the re...
Combating the Bungee Effect with Lean Principles - Jason Schroeder
13 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The EBFC show, Felipe Engineer-Manriquez and Jason Schroeder dig into the challenges that the construction industry faces due to th...
Crafting Leadership Excellence with John L Gallagher, Jr
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Gallagher, the visionary behind Growing Champions Coaching & Consulting Company, brings over 25 years of expertise in Leadership and Lean met...
From Fear to Trust: Strategies for Construction Challenges with Kevin Labrecque
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dig deeper into the essence of trust and leadership in the construction industry with Kevin Labrecque on our latest episode of The EBFC Show. Kevin, a...
Addressing Construction Industry Mental Health and Addiction Recovery
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dig into the heart of the construction industry's mental health and addiction recovery challenges on The EBFC Show. In this impactful episode, we welc...
Get Curious About Lean Industrialized Construction with Kelly and Melissa
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the innovative world of construction on The EBFC Show, featuring Kelly Meade and Melissa McEwen from Haley & Aldrich, Inc. In this episo...
Customers are Rebuilding Construction with Relational Procurement with Alan Mossman
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dig into a world where construction meets innovation in our latest episode of The EBFC Show! Join us as we welcome Alan Mossman, a visionary in Lean C...
Revolutionize Construction: Business, Tech & Leadership Insights with Adam Stark
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a captivating episode with Adam Stark, a visionary in the realms of real estate and construction and a Special Forces veteran. Adam's rema...
Unlocking Supply Chain Kaizen with Adam Lawrence
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Lawrence, author of The Wheel of Sustainability and a master of Kaizen, shares the transformational power of process improvement across the suppl...
Bringing the Soft Into Hard Construction with Cory Fisk
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cory Fisk, a passionate educator and construction industry expert, began her career in rodeo and horses, eventually finding her love for construction....
Thinking About How to Think: Mastering Lean Construction with Victor Ortiz
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets to Lean Construction and organizational transformation with Victor Ortiz, a seasoned consultant with a proven track record in Lean ...
Mastering Effective Meetings in Construction with Evan Unger
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets to highly effective meetings in the construction industry with Evan Unger, a master facilitator with a proven track record of coach...
Everybody Can Succeed with Lean Implementation, A Trade’s Lean Journey with Blake Tormey
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Blake Tormey takes us on a deep dive into the transformative world of Lean Construction, sharing stories from his remarkable journey in the industry —...
Psychological Safety: Opportunity and Responsibility - Kabri Lehrman-Schmid
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you curious about the evolving landscape of the construction industry and how professionals are driving positive change? If so, join us for an ins...
Respect for People: Unlocking Bluecollar Lean Leadership with Mack Story
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how Lean Leadership Management impacts you both personally and professionally. Mack Story shares his experiences training thousands of people to...
Building Owner Lean Construction with Tim Singleton
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating design and construction challenges while building strong relationships isn't easy. Tim Singleton, Assistant Vice President of Capital Proje...
Lean Construction Innovations in Government: A Path to Transforming
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the world of Lean Construction innovations as we explore the remarkable initiatives taking place in the municipality of Molde, Norway. Felip...
Unleashing Norwegian Construction Scrum: Insights from Bygglarm Conference Part 1
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when #changemakers separated by 5,000 miles collide via social media? They go beyond just connecting. They engage and change with BIG con...
Moving the Needle from Theory to Practice with Laura Cooley
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Laura Cooley is a renowned expert in leadership and performance excellence in the construction industry. Laura explores the crucial role of systems th...
Empowering Youth: College AND Trade School Options Building with Kevin Dobson | The EBFC Show 078
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Dobson, Founder and Executive Director of Capital College & Career Academy (CCCA) shares his passion for genuine education for kids that have be...
The Art of Communication and Leadership in Construction with James Gable
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James Gable, General Superintendent at Adolfson and Peterson Construction and host of The Uncommon Communicator Podcast, highlights construction super...
Unlocking Success in Construction: Mentorship and Networking with Paulette Dallas
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paulette Dallas, ACE Mentor Program Regional Director, explores the life-changing potential of mentorship and networking for aspiring students in the ...
Lean Moonshine Secrets with Steve B. Martin
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez in this episode of The EBFC Show as he interviews Steve Martin, a seasoned lean/continuous improvement leader with...
Mastering Lean: Insights from Jake Harrell’s Food Industry Experience
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to learn about process improvement, communication, and personal growth while laughing along the way? Jake Harrell discusses his experien...
Trying Improvement on Purpose with Tatsuya “Tats” Nakagawa
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tatsuya “Tats” Nakagawa shares insights on his journey as an entrepreneur and inventor in the construction industry. His passion for helping other...
Unlocking Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Insights from Aura Robinson
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aura Robinson, Manager of Enhanced Project Delivery at ISL Engineering (Canada) shares her experience with integrated project delivery (IPD) and empha...
Have Fun in Construction using Scrum & Takt with Sindre Gundersen
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sindre Gundersen knows firsthand the frustration of traditional design and construction methods. He realized that there had to be a better way. With i...
We All Deserve a Safe Project With Kaitlin Frank
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kaitlin Frank is a former superintendent, multi-generation builder, and now CEO at eMOD Safety Inc. She loves construction and leads her company like ...
Lean Health Shenanigans with Renee Wolf
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Renee Wolf is The Boldt Company’s onsite Health Coach. She drives Lean Construction by supporting everyone with their health and well-being. Renee a...
People, Process, and Technology Collide with Omri Sorek
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Omri Sorek grew up in construction. He knows the responsibility of construction leadership and its influence on project results. Influential construct...
Women Talk Construction | S4 The EBFC Show 067
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Angela Gardner and Christi Powell are the Women Talk Construction Podcast hosts. They are on a mission to celebrate diversity in construction and othe...
Lean & Love with Jennifer Lacy and Jesus (Jesse) Hernandez
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The goal of “Lean & Love” is to help alleviate stress and pressure from your personal and professional relationships. The conversations came from ...
FIT Continuous Improvement to Engineer with Calvin L. Williams
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In addition to running an Agile Strategy Tech company, Calvin L. Williams is the host of Documenting the Journey Podcast, a father, an active member o...
Scrum for Agile Transformation with Lucien Zoll
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You learn quickly what works and what doesn’t as an Agile Transformation Coach and Scrum Trainer. Lucien is a passionate change management agent, lo...
No Lean Fluff, Applied Industrial Engineering with Dr. Shahrukh Irani
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
⚠️ Warning ⚠️ This episode is not for the easily offended Lean practitioner. Dr. Shahrukh Irani is an experienced industrial engineer speciali...
Does Lean Construction Training Lead to Learning with Rebecca Snelling & Dan Fauchier
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Be cautious of what you choose to learn. Some ideas take deep roots. Rebecca (Martin) Snelling and Dan Fauchier learned about Lean Construction, and i...
Takt Planning and Better Scrum with Jason Schroeder
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you are putting in more hours at work than with your family, why not make it remarkable, and find ways to make it faster. Jason Schroeder is a form...
Construction Flow Using Takt and Scrum with Spencer Easton
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new generation of blue-collar and white-collar design and construction professionals are using flow systems like Takt and Scrum to make work easier,...
Digital Transformation with Bob Armbrister
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Adapt or die." That isn't a trite phrase. Consider your company. Is it adapting or trying to remain unchanged? Let's solve the big problems. Bob Armb...
Designing Easier and Better with Eugene Colberg
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eugene Colberg is a Brooklyn-based architect with over 25 years of experience producing award-winning architecture and interiors in the United States ...
Skill Builder - Give Me Problems to Solve with Jeff Zigman
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Equipping teams with skills in large and small organizations is a nearly universal challenge. Jeff Zigman, The Business Engineer, knows the power of a...
Applied Lean Construction and Lean Thinking with Melanie Gilbertson
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An incredibly talented construction projects production leader with equal hands-on Lean Construction implementation and expertise, Melanie Gilbertson ...
Web3 Blockchain Construction with Rob Salvador & April Moss
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Web3 (also known as Web 3.0) is a new growth area in construction technology solutions. It is a new iteration of the World Wide Web built on blockcha...
Networking Change-Makers with Reena Friedman Watts
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Networking professionals know that making genuine connections yield several positive side effects. Reena Friedman Watts has made networking with chang...
Changing How to Build with Hal Macomber Part 2
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hal Macomber says, “Lean is NOT a cost-cutting approach. Lean is a people development approach.” The current state of construction is changing. Mo...
Changing How to Build with Hal Macomber Part 1
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The current state of construction is changing. More and more people are changing how we build. Hal Macomber is a strategic advisor to the AEC Industry...
Let Scrum help get your lesson planning from to do, to done with Howard Goldberg
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Howard Goldberg is an educator in his 23rd year teaching with 18 of those in Loudoun County Virginia. Currently, he teaches United States History in ...
Planning for Easier and Better Project Delivery with George Hunt
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
George is someone who has direct experience implementing Lean Construction on large or small projects alike. He's sharing insights about how we can ma...
Build Up Without Limits Using Solid Foundations with Walker Lott and Davis Hambrick
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The heights that can be built are a function of how deep and strong your foundations go. This episode is all about building an easier, better tomorrow...
The Funniest Lean Guy - Jake Harrell
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you like to laugh, and does your work involve overcoming challenges? Jake Harrell will help you shift your perspective while entertaining you with ...
Agility in Construction with Cromwel Burgos and Miljan Bajic
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cromwel and Miljan see a future in construction where individuals and teams easily adapt to the increasing levels of complexity and are on a mission t...
On Point Lean Construction with David MacNeel
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many construction projects fail to finish on time and on budget. Adopting Lean Construction principles and tactics can help. David MacNeel helps facil...
Continuous Improvement Passion with LaShira Champion-King
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The unknown enables us to grow when we take on new challenges. You don’t have to leap into it alone when it comes to improving your work. LaShira Ch...
This is Scrum with Brian Melcher
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Secret sauce is something that makes a company more efficient and adds value for the customer. Brian Melcher says, “This is Scrum.” He is the Foun...
Lean Construction Pioneer Iris Tommelein
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Iris D. Tommelein is a Professor of Engineering and Project Management in the Civil and Envir. Engrg. Dept. at UC Berkeley. She focuses on developing ...
Lean Program Management with Stephen Powell
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Powell, Vice President of Program Management, specializes in include Healthcare Construction, Children's Hospital Construction Consulting, LEE...
A Lean Culture Warrior with Jennifer Lacy
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Lacy is a Lean Practice Leader with more than 18 years in the construction industry creating a culture of collaboration, continuous improveme...
Owner Driven Lean Construction Project Culture with John Zachara
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John Zachara leads the program and capital budget management of a multiple-site acute care healthcare organization. He uses decades of project managem...
Companywide Scrum with Bill Wagner
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Wagner is passionate about growing business while creating great experiences for employees. Bill generates growth by applying cutting-edge best p...
Construction Scrum - [BONUS] Chapter 9 Using the Scrum Guide to Make Your Playbook
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Construction Scrum is the first practical guide for construction professionals to implement the Scrum framework in the construction industry. My visio...
The Relentless Pursuit of Innovation with Dave Cooper
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Construction has traditionally been siloed, but Dave Cooper is on a mission to make all builders and suppliers better through passion. His relentless ...
Trust Me, Lean is the Way to Go with Pete Novaresi
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Would you benefit from the owner's insights regarding making building easier and better for yourself, your team, and your company? Begin with the end ...
Ironworker Impact with Cindy Menches, Ph.D., P.E.
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Iron workers install structural and reinforcing iron and steel to form and support buildings, bridges, roads, and more. These professionals impact the...
The Lean Builder with Authors Keyan Zandy and Joe Donarumo
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Keyan Zandy, Chief Operating Officer, and Joe Donarumo, Senior Superintendent, authors of The Lean Builder joined guest host, Jesus (Jesse) D Hernande...
The Lean Tech Problem in Construction with Nathan Wood
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you recommend for people who resist new construction technology, innovation, lean construction, or combinations of these tools and principles ...
Changing Construction from Within - Meredith Meyers
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Meredith Meyers is a strategic business development and marketing leader experienced in architecture, engineering, and construction. Meredith is a bri...
International Lean Project Delivery - Jason Casey
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Casey is an experienced Operations Director at Ardmac helping international projects deliver large, complex, and fast build construction project...
How Architects Use Scrum - Todd Henderson
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Todd Henderson is a principal at Boulder Associates, leads their San Francisco office, and has over 20 years of healthcare design experience. An advoc...
IPD vs Traditional Contracts - Darlene Cadman
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
IPD is a fast-growing contract delivery model for schools in Canada. Darlene Cadman is bringing years of IPD experience to the United States. She is a...
Smart Cities - Cycle Time is How You Make Your Money with Paul Doherty
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“COVID-19 causing more strategic thinking due to disruption and having us pause and ask, are we doing the right thing?” ~Paul Doherty As published...
Finding Your Tribe in Construction with Kate and Millicent
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you find people in design and construction working to make our industry better than they found it? Often you find them in genuine conversations...
Lean Construction Superintendent Steve Turner
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Turner is more than a Superintendent. He steps towards different challenges and opportunities with tact and grace. He is also the Lean Champion ...
Firefighting versus Lean Construction - Dan Fauchier
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Fauchier feels your frustrations. He too has worked too many hours doing a “great job” of managing Waste. Now he is dedicated to increasing st...
Construction Professional vs Construction Worker - Henry Nutt, III
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why are tradespeople called construction workers? What makes someone a construction professional? Do you have to go to college to be called a professi...
True Construction Executive Stories - Sean Graystone
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
⚠️ Warning ⚠️ This episode is not for the easily offended or naive. Sean Graystone shares his 40 plus years of experience in construction in...
The Future of Construction Engineering - Fernanda Leite, Ph.D., P.E.
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Fernanda Leite has worked as a #projectmanager in Brazil including multiple government and commercial building construction projects. Today, she i...
Real Innovation vs Click Bait - Mark III Construction
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Real construction innovation can be hard to see in the vast amount of marketing and market noise. Construction innovation is real. Dan Carlton, Pres...
Superintendent Leadership - Frank Coln
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Frank Coln strives to create an environment of constant learning on his projects. His experiences with pull planning and the Last Planner System go ...
Scrum Elevating Construction with Jason Schroeder
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How does critical path method (traditional waterfall project management), Last Planner System, and Scrum work or fight? Jason and Felipe dug into this...
Superintendent Led Lean Construction - Joe Donarumo, The Lean Builder
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Donarumo serves Linbeck as a Senior Superintendent in Fort Worth, Texas. He specializes in developing and leading high-performing field teams in H...