Welcome to the Riverside Project podcast! We are mobilizing Houston to empower families and transform generations. We hope these conversations give you a greater understanding of the issues facing our community and inspire you to find your place along the River. Learn more about our work by visiting riversideproject.org or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube.
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Welcome to the 2024 Stevie® Award-winning Design-Build Delivers, the podcast dedicated to exploring design-build, the fastest-growing project delivery method in the nation. Presented by the Design-Build Institute of America, episodes feature stories and discussions with industry experts, Owners and successful design-build teams aimed at helping professionals achieve Design-Build Done Right®. With design-build projected to reach nearly half of all construction spending by 2026, listen in as w ...
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The Johnny Martin Sotelo Youth Opportunity Center is a teen Center under the City of Riverside Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department that works with teens, ages 12-22. Outreach workers guide these teens to become the best humans they can be through connecting them to local resources that are willing to impact these youths lives. This podcast is was first created during COVID, but has continued to become an outlet and voice for many staff, volunteers, and youth to participate an ...
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Coachella Valley Storytellers Project is a series of live storytelling nights from The Desert Sun. The Coachella Valley Storytellers Project will coordinate nights of true stories, told live, in which artists, community leaders and everyday desert residents prepare a brief, first-person story on a theme, addressing it literally or metaphorically. In partnership with University of California Riverside - Palm Desert's graduate school for creative writing and writing for the performing arts, we ...
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The mission of Elijah Rising is to end sex trafficking through prayer, awareness, intervention, and restoration.
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Ensuring No Child Sleeps on the Floor (feat. Oli Mohammad, Houston Furniture Bank)
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AI, Data and the Design-Build Owner: A Conversation with ARKANCE
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44:20Have thoughts? Text us! Artificial intelligence is no longer an abstract idea for design-build teams. It’s already changing how projects are delivered, managed and maintained. In this episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, DBIA’s Director of Virtual Design and Construction Brian Skripac is joined by three leaders from ARKANCE — Jason Kunkel,…
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Still Talking About Chickens and People: More on Human-Centered Design (Bonus Content Episode)
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18:54Have thoughts? Text us! This bonus segment from the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, brought to you by ARKANCE, goes a little deeper into the human side of design. DBIA National Board Members Deb Sheehan of DPR Construction and Susan O’Connell of AC Martin explore design justice, community context and why “offensive” isn’t always straightforward. Fro…
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Angela Williams: Trafficked in Houston, Now Fighting Back - Ep. 88
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59:20Human trafficking happens closer to home than most people realize—often through those we trust most. Angela Williams shares her powerful testimony of surviving commercial sexual exploitation in Houston, from her first exposure at age 12 to her miraculous extraction eight years ago. Now an advocate working directly with law enforcement and at-risk y…
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Need a Chicken. Got a Chicken: Why Human-Centered Design Is More Complex Than It Looks
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45:44Have thoughts? Text us! How do you bring empathy, listening and iteration into projects built for real people? In this episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, Erin Looney talks with Deb Sheehan and Susan O’Connell about the realities, challenges, and opportunities of applying Human-Centered Design within design-build delivery. Expect stories …
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Going the Extra Mile for Homeless Youth and Young Adults (ft. Quana Smith & Danielle Stephen, Coalition for the Homeless)
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46:25Neither foster care nor homelessness are isolated issues. They both intersect with numerous social issues—including each other. For example, homelessness is a contributing factor to why many children end up in the child welfare system, and it’s also a risk factor that can impact youth who are already involved in or aging out of foster care. Of the …
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Smarter, Faster, Still Human: How AI Agents are Changing Design-Build
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42:57Have thoughts? Text us! People usually fall into one of two camps on AI: it’s either the most exciting tool since BIM or it’s a technology to fear. In this episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, we look past the hype and into the jobsite, where AI agents are already reshaping how design-build teams work. Brought to you by ARKANCE (Learn more…
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Protecting Our Children: How Churches Can Combat the Demand for Human Trafficking with Phuong Marquez from Demand Disruption - Ep. 87
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38:33Did you know that the average age of exposure to pornography is just nine years old? Join us as we dive deep into one of the most critical conversations facing families and faith communities today. Micah sits down with Phuong, Associate Director at Demand Disruption, to discuss how churches and parents can protect children from exploitation and bre…
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Resourcing Families with Hope (feat. Lisa Johnson, Entrusted Houston)
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39:35It’s estimated that around 70% of all instances of kinship care are informal. This is significant because family members in these cases are caring for a child without official documentation. Caregivers providing informal kinship care do not receive assistance from the state, nor do they have official custody of the child. And in many cases, they ca…
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Design-Build at 14,000 Feet: How a “Small” Federal Project Redefined Possibility on Pikes Peak
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40:01Have thoughts? Text us! What does it take to deliver a mission-critical federal facility atop one of the most extreme environments in the U.S.? In this episode, we head to Colorado’s Pikes Peak to explore the award-winning High Altitude Research Lab, a 4,000-square-foot facility rebuilt under intense weather, logistical and design constraints. Joe …
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Leading Through Loss - Michelle Frank - Ep. 86
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40:27What happens when God calls you into a completely new season of ministry after decades of faithful service? In this powerful episode, Micah sits down with Michelle Frank, co-founder of Safe Places for Women and author of "Leading After Loss," to explore the journey of navigating major life and ministry transitions. In this episode, you'll discover:…
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Supporting Children & Families Beyond Permanency (ft. DeJuana Jernigan, Arms Wide Adoption Services)
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35:37“Their healing begins with your hope.” Our guest ended our time together on this phrase, but we wanted to start with it. This is at the heart of what individuals, churches, nonprofits, and agency workers do all across Houston, and hopefully, it’s why you are here, now, listening to this conversation. Foster care is not an isolated issue. There are …
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Inside the College of Fellows: Wisdom, Wit and What's Next
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40:51Have thoughts? Text us! What do you get when you sit down with two DBIA Fellows who’ve seen it all and still want to make things better? A conversation that’s honest, insightful and just the right amount of blunt. Join host Erin Looney as she chats with Darlene Septelka, FDBIA, and Bill Reifsteck, CRIS, FDBIA, about building strong teams, smarter p…
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Send us a text A podcast by teens, for everyone. Join us as we talk about the world we live in, what we’d change, and how we’d make the future better. Real thoughts, big ideas, and honest conversations — all from a teen perspective.By Youth Opportunity Center
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A Journey of Fighting Human Trafficking with Dennis and Bobbie Mark - Ep. 85
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1:05:21Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dennis and Bobbie Mark, founders of Redeemed Ministries and true pioneers in the anti-trafficking movement. After 19 years of dedicated service, they share their journey from strip club outreach to opening one of Texas's first residential homes for sex trafficking survivors. Dennis and Bobbie discuss the e…
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The Ways Fostering Affects Biological Children (feat. Daniela Coats, With Siblings)
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30:38Biological children who grow up in a family that fosters or adopts can experience some intense and complicated emotions. While many children are supportive—and even protective—of their non-biological siblings, it’s important to recognize that some may struggle with feeling overlooked or invisible in the process. While their needs are just as import…
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“It Was Just a Conversation at a Table”: How Design-Build Mentorship Opens Doors for the Next Generation
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35:41Have thoughts? Text us! There’s no official job description for a mentor and no script for how a single introduction can change a student’s life. But when Kent State senior Lola Preseren met DBIA Fellow and 2023 Brunelleschi Award winner Bill Hasbrook at a DBIA conference, everything changed. In this episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, br…
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Lessons in Risk, Readiness and Speed: Revisiting UC Riverside's North District Phase Two (Bonus Content Episode)
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13:15Have thoughts? Text us! In this bonus episode of Design-Build Delivers, we continue the conversation from April’s feature, Living Labs and Inclusive Housing: How Design-Build Serves Higher Education. Jason Dunster, Senior Integrated Design Director at McCarthy Building Companies, returns to share additional insights on what made UC Riverside’s Nort…
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Uncovering the Sacred Mission in Any Vocation (feat. Doug Meikle, Star of Hope)
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46:58We often use the analogy of the River to describe how each and every one of us has a unique role to play in supporting the vulnerable children and families of Houston. One of the reasons why we need hands both upstream and downstream, helping from all sides, is because the foster care system does not exist in isolation. It’s shaped by—and deeply co…
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Living Labs and Inclusive Housing: How Design-Build Serves Higher Education
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45:42Have thoughts? Text us! In this episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, we spotlight one of the fastest-growing sectors for design-build: higher education. From inclusive student housing to sustainable infrastructure, campuses across the country are embracing collaboration, speed and innovation. You’ll hear from two design-build pros—both nam…
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Protecting the Vulnerable at All Ages (feat. Julie Dumalet, Archdiocese Office of Pro-Life Activities)
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51:30The term “pro-life” can be a politically charged topic. While the most common understanding of being pro-life is in regard to protecting life before birth, we had the opportunity to talk with someone who has a broader understanding of what it means to take up the charge of the vulnerable and protect life at all ages. Our guest for this conversation…
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BONUS CONTENT: Federal Shifts, Design-Build Impacts
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8:31Have thoughts? Text us! In this bonus episode of Design-Build Delivers, we’re zooming out from state-level policy to explore the federal developments shaking up the AEC industry. From Project Labor Agreement (PLA) rulings to sweeping new tariffs and shifting immigration policies, recent federal activity is already influencing how projects are plann…
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Send us a text Hear todays guests as they share insightful and powerful tips, experiences and tools on navigating through their lives as teens. Thank you to Ana our UCRiverside PHD Candidate, friend and youth advocate for joining the podcast and always supporting the teens at the YOC.By Youth Opportunity Center
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Advocating for Design-Build — Without Squeezing the Life Out of It
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36:11Have thoughts? Text us! Design-build is on the rise, but keeping up with legislative changes is no small task. In this episode, we explore the latest policy updates, new bills shaping the industry and the challenges design-build faces across the country. DBIA’s Director, State/Local Legislative Affairs Richard Thomas, our go-to state and local legi…
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Send us a text Our host, Terence Stewart, Tnutty the Nutty Professor as he opens up with "Turn the TV Off" in this episode with our guest speakers. What activities would you do if you turned your T.V off? Stay tuned!By Youth Opportunity Center
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Mobilizing Community Resources in Houston (feat. Alysa Elliott-Wilson, DFPS)
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47:23The Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) may be most commonly associated with the act of “taking children away” from unsafe home environments. Unfortunately, this small snapshot of what DFPS does is often portrayed in a negative light in media and movies. But while the removal of children—whether it be temporary or permanent—is one o…
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Send us a text Join us this episode, as we introduce our guest and talk about life, hacks, every day activities for teens.By Youth Opportunity Center
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Trends, Takeaways and the Future of Design-Build: Unpacking the New FMI Study
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31:38Have thoughts? Text us! In this episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, we chat with Emily Beardall from FMI Corporation to explore what she and her team found in the 2024 Design-Build Utilization Study. The latest data highlights design-build’s continued momentum, with projected growth reaching $1.1 trillion in spending by 2028. Episode high…
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Penguins, Power and the Final Frontier: A Look at Three Award-Winning Projects
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44:13Have thoughts? Text us! Get excited for the 2025 DBIA Project/Team Awards by revisiting some of 2024’s biggest winners. In this Design-Build Delivers Podcast Bonus Content Episode, we shift the focus from process to the projects themselves — what makes them stand out, the unexpected challenges they overcame and the surprising ways they came togethe…
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Reflections on Raising Children in Foster Care (feat. Christian & Morgan Nichols)
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39:47When you first become a foster parent, you are likely to get a lot of advice. Some of it is extremely helpful, while some may not apply to your specific situation. When you combine the uncertainty of stepping into a new role with the fact that every child brings a completely different story to the table, it can be difficult to know exactly what to …
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Bonus Content: Kicking Off 2025 with Lisa Washington and Tom Foley
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6:35Have thoughts? Text us! DBIA is keeping the conversation going with a Bonus Content Episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, expanding on the insights shared in our January episode, "Looking Back, Building Forward: Kicking Off 2025 with Lisa Washington and Tom Foley." In this bonus content, DBIA Executive Director/CEO Lisa Washington and DBIA …
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How to Support Children Who Age Out (feat. Nicole Davis, Operation: Achieve Independence)
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41:07For many young adults, turning 18 is an exciting milestone—a step toward independence while still having the support of family. But for children in foster care, this birthday marks the date you age out of the system. Sometimes, these individuals don’t feel fully prepared to navigate the adult world. Often, an 18-year-old aging out of foster care ha…
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Looking Back, Building Forward: Kicking Off 2025 with Lisa Washington and Tom Foley
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44:16Have thoughts? Text us! In this first episode of 2025, host Erin Looney kicks off the year with an inspiring conversation featuring DBIA’s Executive Director/CEO, Lisa Washington, CAE, and Thomas J. Foley, P.E., CCM, DBIA, Commissioner of NYC’s Department of Design and Construction and DBIA’s new National Board Chair. Together, they reflect on the …
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Send us a text What is Grow Academy? Let's hear from the Raincross Chronicles crew, who are hosting, and explore the opportunities available for teens in Riverside.By Youth Opportunity Center
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Send us a text What are teens interested in now of days?By Youth Opportunity Center
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The Design-Build Delivers Podcast Countdown: Fresh Content from the Top 5 Episodes of 2024
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27:05Have thoughts? Text us! TRL may have given us the Backstreet Boys v. NSYNC* showdown, but we’re bringing you the ultimate design-build throwdown: the Top 5 Design-Build Delivers Podcast episodes of 2024! This isn’t just any countdown –– we’re going into the vault to bring you fresh content from your favorite conversations of the year. Which episode…
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Recapping This Year (2024) at Elijah Rising - Ep. 84
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26:47Every organization working to combat human trafficking dreams of the day their services won't be needed. At Elijah Rising, we've spent 2024 moving closer to that vision through direct action, community support, and faith-based healing. Join hosts David and Micah as they share inspiring stories of transformation from their anti-trafficking work in H…
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Recognizing Coercion: Beyond the P. Diddy Trafficking Case - Ep. 83
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23:13In this episode, David and Dawn break down the recent P. Diddy trafficking allegations to explore a crucial but often misunderstood aspect of sex trafficking: coercion. Drawing from their extensive experience in anti-trafficking work, they discuss how traffickers use psychological manipulation, false promises of stardom, and drug-based coercion to …
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Everything’s Bigger in Texas –– Even This Episode: A Texas-Sized Recap of the 2024 DBIA Conference (Part 2)
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31:54Have thoughts? Text us! The 2024 DBIA Design-Build Conference & Expo in Dallas was so big –– you know what they say about Texas –– we had to break the November episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast into two parts. In this special episode, we’re bringing you the highlights from the 2024 Design-Build Conference & Expo in Dallas, held Nov. 6-8.…
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A Heart of Hospitality (feat. Fr. Drew Knowles, Oak Forest Anglican Church)
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20:05During the holiday season, the concept of hospitality is at the front of our minds. However, hospitality can mean so much more than inviting family and friends to your dinner table to share a nice meal once a year. Biblical hospitality can be practiced every day of our lives—and it can be extended to our neighbors who we may not know personally. He…
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Everything’s Bigger in Texas –– Even This Episode: A Texas-Sized Recap of the 2024 DBIA Conference (Part 1)
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49:57Have thoughts? Text us! The 2024 DBIA Design-Build Conference & Expo in Dallas was so big –– you know what they say about Texas –– we had to break the November episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast into two parts. In this special episode, we’re bringing you the highlights from the 2024 Design-Build Conference & Expo in Dallas, held Nov. 6-8.…
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Prayer as a Catalyst for Justice and Action - Ep. 82
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22:39Elijah Rising was founded as a prayer meeting. In this episode we share how prayer was foundational to us becoming who we are today, but also how it has helped us continue in the mission to combat human trafficking. Send us a text Support the show Learn more about Elijah Rising » Follow us on Instagram » Donate and Support Our Work »…
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How We Come Alongside Families (feat. Kathleen Cowie & Caitlin Simpson)
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1:06:03We are passionate about not only transforming the foster care system in and around Houston but about helping others find their place along The River. This means providing key trainings, rallying community members together, and bringing awareness to how we can all be better equipped to make Houston a place where families heal and children thrive. Fo…
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Send us a text Youth Opportunity Staff Ron, Sam, Brittney, and Isaiah bring in guest speakers to discuss the teen perspective. Programs are offered via in-person registration or online at Rivreg.org - Teens in Action - Riverside County Food Handlers Card - Step Up - Basics Of Ceramics - Woodshop - Young Money Makers - Success Stories - Neighborhood…
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From Legislation to Landmark Projects: How the New York City DDC is Doing Design-Build Right
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41:32Have thoughts? Text us! In just 22 months, New York City delivered its first design-build project — during a global pandemic — and the impact is already being felt nationwide. In this episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, we talk about the Queens Borough Hall Garage and Community Center, a state-of-the-art project that's now up for major aw…
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Even Further Beyond an Afterthought: Case Studies and Lessons Learned from Using an Owner Advisor in Design-Build (Jul '24 Bonus Content Episode)
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13:01Have thoughts? Text us! DBIA has just released the long-awaited update to our primer, “The Role of the Owner Advisor in Design-Build." Paired with the new companion Owner Readiness Assessment, the primer is tailored to help Owners who have already chosen to use design-build select the right Owner Advisor to lead them through the process. In this Bo…
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The Challenges of Parenting in a Transracial Adoption (feat. Julie Etter)
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58:41Transracial adoption is not a new topic to The Riverside Project Podcast. We had the honor of speaking with Isaac Etter in a past episode on this topic and today we are talking with his adoptive mother, Julie. Julie Etter is an adoptive mom along with her husband. They have five children—two through adoption and three biologically. Julie is a belov…
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Maximizing Collaboration with U.S. CAD, An ARKANCE Company: Streamlining Design-Build through Common Data Environments
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40:11Have thoughts? Text us! In the latest episode of Design-Build Delivers, we explore the powerful role technology plays in bringing teams together on design-build projects. We were joined by Neetha Puthran and Aaron Wagner from U.S. CAD, an ARKANCE Company, along with Brian Skripac from DBIA, to discuss how common data environments (CDEs) and tools l…
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Send us a text Ron Delcid, along with guest speaker David Stewart, delve into the transformative role mentors play in shaping success. David shares his personal journey, from dropping out of school to ultimately achieving his dream of becoming a teacher. Their powerful message: "Chase your passion, not just a paycheck." Find what you love, and let …
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Send us a text Host Bruce Hooks and guest speaker Edith Martinez delve into the practical applications of sports psychology, highlighting its ability to enhance both mental performance and athletic skills. They also explore how these psychological tools can be leveraged for personal growth and broader life improvement. This knowledge empowers indiv…
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