The World's Best Construction Podcast

This Will Be the Second Tallest Building Ever - #192 04.06.2026 50min

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 show with an email from Sam M.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New York’s Penn Station Plans Move Forward - #191 28.05.2026 40min

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 information.

This Subway Will Change Canada's Most Important City - #190 21.05.2026 49min

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 emails from Jaden and William.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vancouver’s First Supertall Skyscraper - #189 14.05.2026 33min

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 in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New York’s 175 Park Avenue Moves Forward - #188 07.05.2026 34min

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 tickets here!We end the show with an incredible question from Lucca.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Teams Are Working to Fix Chernobyl’s Dome - #187 30.04.2026 38min

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 information.

How the World’s Most Remote Mega Build Went Wrong - #186 23.04.2026 35min

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 trip to the ITER nuclear fusion construction site in France with Fred! You can enter now at this link!We end the show with a few messages, including a look at 144 Vanderbilt, Brooklyn.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vietnam’s $67BN High Speed Railway - #185 16.04.2026 32min

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 Highlands themed email from Walter.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Projects we're Obsessed with in 2026 - #184 09.04.2026 43min

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 museumWIN! We're giving you the chance to win a free trip to the ITER nuclear fusion construction site in France with Fred! You can enter now at this link!We end the show with a Sydney Fish Market update from Sarah Jantscher.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Switzerland’s $2BN Tunnel U-Turn - #183 02.04.2026 38min

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 stadiumWIN! We're giving you the chance to win a free trip to the ITER nuclear fusion construction site in France with Fred! You can enter now at this link!We end the show with a Phoenix-themed email from Patrick.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A 70-Storey Skyscraper in Liverpool? - #182 26.03.2026 38min

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 with some great emails from Samuel Galvin of Cork and Ryan Fisch.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!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rotterdam's Latest Architectural Competition is Unhinged - #181 19.03.2026 41min

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.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!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NYC's Two World Trade Center is Finally Going Ahead - #180 12.03.2026 38min

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 with a thought-provoking Spotify comment from 'C'.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!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Greatest Projects London Never Had - #179 05.03.2026 48min

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 event in London on Thursday 21st May 2026, 7:30PM, at the Royal Geographical Society. Get your tickets here!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vietnam is Building the World’s Biggest Stadium - #178 26.02.2026 57min

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 rises in Las VegasThis episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aS8GSHWe end the show with a brilliant email from "Sarah who lives near Brisbane".Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why India Built a $2BN Airport in a Swamp - #177 19.02.2026 39min

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 2026 World Cup' themed email from Lucca.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Skyscraper That Ruined Paris - #176 12.02.2026 39min

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.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why the Bills Refuse to Build a Roof on New Highmark Stadium - #175 05.02.2026 40min

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 ChicagoWe end the show with an email update from Holly AND a hilarious Squidward-themed Spotify comment.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Britain Approved China's London Mega Embassy - #174 29.01.2026 51min

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/privacy for more information.

DC’s $2BN Stadium, Ethiopia’s New Airport & Dubai’s Mercedes-Benz City - #173 22.01.2026 44min

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/privacy for more information.