Best Jess Kismet Podcasts (2025)

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#19 - From Aerospace to Energy Efficient Homes and Passivhaus with Dr Cameron Munroe 56:34

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In this conversation, Jess Kismet and Dr. Cameron Munro delve into the intricacies of building performance, focusing on how to create comfortable, durable, and energy-efficient homes. They discuss Cameron's background in aerospace engineering and how it informs his approach to building science. The conversation covers various topics, including the …

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Luxury Escapes – Adam Schwab building a new, complete one-stop travel booking platform, still with deals and discounts 1:07:03

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When we last spoke to Luxury Escapes co-founder Adam Schwab, back in 2020, the online business had hit almost $500 million in sales. Today the luxury deals and discounts travel brand is ringing up over $1 billion in sales revenue, a doubling in 5 years. And it’s founder says it’s growing profitably, adding not only retail outlets, but Loyalty progr…

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#18 - Connecting the Dots: A Carpenter’s Journey from Illness to Healthy Homes with Tony Benger 58:40

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In this conversation, Jess Kismet interviews Anthony Benger, a carpenter from Melbourne who shares his personal journey with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) caused by mould exposure. The discussion explores the intersection of health and building practices, emphasizing the importance of creating healthy living environments. Anthony re…

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#17 - Insulation and Condensation with James Pinyon 42:43

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Join Jess Kismet as she delves into the world of high-performance building envelopes with James Pinyon, Kingspan's Technical Services Manager. Discover the intricacies of insulation, thermal performance, and the evolving standards in sustainable building. From the challenges of condensation in modern constructions to the innovative solutions Kingsp…

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#16 - Nerding Out on Better Builds with Sean Buchanan 57:27

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In this episode, I chat to Sean Buchanan, an incredible builder from Northern Tasmania, to explore his journey into the world of building science. Sean shares his insights on the importance of creating durable and healthy homes, the challenges faced in the industry, and his vision for the future. Tune in to learn how Sean is making a difference in …

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#15 - When You Know Better, You Build Better with Spencer Rosen 1:23:36

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In this episode, I sit down with Spencer Rosen, the founder of Home Energy Academy, to talk about building science, electrification, and homeowner engagement. Spencer shares his journey into home energy education and why he’s so passionate about helping both homeowners and professionals better understand energy efficiency and sustainable living. We…

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EncompaaS – Jesse Todd helps companies manage the massive burden and risk of data compliance 1:03:26

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When Jesse Todd did grunt work on the IT “Help” desk in an investment bank many moons ago, he developed a passion for managing corporate data and information better. Over recent decades, as companies have got bigger, needing to hold ever more mountains of data and documents for compliance -- one of business’ biggest headaches -- Jesse saw a huge op…

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#14 - Mould, Misdiagnosis, and the Making of a Healthy Home with Jess Ward 52:43

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In this conversation, I chat with Jess Ward, the founder of Mould Wise, about the vital intersection of health and home environments, particularly focusing on mould exposure and its health implications. Jess Ward shares her personal journey from experiencing severe health issues due to mould exposure to becoming a mould inspector. Our chat covers c…

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Vittoria Food & Beverage – Les Schirato turning Australians into Italian coffee lovers at home 1:14:15

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You could say Les Schirato had a key advantage in his early business journey… he married the boss’s daughter! The western Sydney born and bred son of Italian and Maltese migrants, Les started work at Vittoria Coffee before he’d even left school, loved it, and was asked back into the business while waiting for his HSC results. Les did indeed marry L…

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#13 - Passivhaus, Performance & the Power of Building Science with Hamish White and Matthew Carland 59:37

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In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I have a rambunctious chat with high-performance builders Hamish White and Matt Carland to discuss the intricacies of constructing sustainable homes in Australia. We delve into the challenges faced in the residential construction industry, the importance of continuous learning, and the need for bette…

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#12 - Condensation, Roof Ventilation and Building Science with Clarence Macalister 1:35:38

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This is the longest episode yet, but it’s worth every minute! In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I interview Clarence Macalister, a builder and scientist with extensive experience in remediation and condensation management. In our chat we go deep into problems created by moisture and also into roof ventilation, finally an explanation!…

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Group Homes Australia – Tamar Krebs disrupting and reinvigorating dementia and aged care living 1:04:23

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Sydney-based Tamar Krebs started as a Registered Nurse, but her decades of experience as a senior manager operating Retirement Villages, Nursing Homes and Dementia Units, led this visionary thinker to believe we needed to deliver much better care for our aged and demented loved ones; that the existing model of 100 people living under the one roof, …

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#11 - Responsibility, Energy Efficiency & Purpose with Clare Conroy 40:48

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In this episode of The Building Sciology Poddie, I chat with Clare Conroy, who shares her unique journey from homeowner to project manager at 35 South Building Co. Clare opens up about entering the construction industry, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the importance of relationships and trust in building. The conversation explores the responsibi…

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#10 - WUFI, Walls, and Weatherproofing with Villy Yordanov 1:03:00

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In this episode, I interview Villy Yordanov, a mechanical engineer and innovation engineer at Pro Clima. We discuss the importance of building science, sustainability, and moisture management in construction. Villy shares his journey into the field, the role of WUFI in hygrothermal modeling, and the significant challenges associated with managing m…

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Sant and Abel – how Sophie Lovejoy creates and manufactures luxury leisurewear, now selling on several continents 1:17:37

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Adelaide-born and raised Sophie Lovejoy jumped from being a well-paid TV producer into the precarious, fickle world of fashion, when she started out creating and then manufacturing cute boxer shorts to sell in her mum’s homewares store in Norwood, Adelaide. Fast forward a few years and Sophie took the plunge to move herself and her business to Los …

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#9 - Health, Energy Efficiency & Building What Matters with Cindy Angel 1:02:57

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In this episode, Cindy Angel shares her journey of building a sustainable home with her husband Shane in Lake Caddai. As a thermal performance assessor, Cindy discusses the challenges and triumphs of designing their home, emphasizing the importance of energy efficiency, healthy building principles, and collaboration with builders. She reflects on h…

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#8 - Learning, Leading, and Healthy Homes with Luke Callery 1:01:59

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In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I chat with Luke Callery, the founder of Callery Building, an Adelaide-based construction company, increasingly known for its commitment to high-quality craftsmanship and energy-efficient building practices. Luke shares his journey from a traditional carpentry apprenticeship to embracing high-perform…

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Invisible Technologies – Benjamin Plummer quietly powering the AI revolution 1:13:25

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Sydney-raised and educated Benjamin Plummer transformed himself from a business adviser and analyst into a startup entrepreneur and a guru in Artificial Intelligence. Ben’s San Francisco-based company Invisible Technologies is quietly powering the AI revolution in the epicentre of AI development, the west coast of the United States. Now, Ben did no…

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#7 - How Do We Make Thermal Bridging Sexy with Ken Long 1:01:57

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In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I have a chat with Ken Long, the Regional Sustainability Manager at LendLease and chairperson of the Adelaide Sustainable Building Network. We discuss Ken's journey into sustainability, the role of the ASBN in promoting sustainable practices, and the importance of community engagement. Ken shares ins…

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Welcome to 2025 1:06

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New episodes coming soon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Helen Dalley

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#6 - Blower Door Testing & The Future of Aussie Homes with Sean Maxwell 46:23

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In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I speak with Sean Maxwell, the ATTMA Scheme Manager for Australia and New Zealand, about the importance of airtightness testing in building science. We chat about the role of blower door testing, the regulatory landscape surrounding airtightness, and the significance of the NatHERS star rating system…

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#5 - Building Science Myths Debunked with Dr. Joe Lstiburek 49:53

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In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I was incredibly privileged to have a private conversation with Dr. Joe Lstiburek, a leading figure in building science, to discuss critical issues surrounding building design, energy efficiency, and moisture management. We explored common myths in the industry, the importance of proper insulation an…

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#4 - Building Biology: How Your Home Affects Your Health with Dr Nicole Bijlsma 52:26

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In this conversation, I interview Dr Nicole Bijslma about her extensive 30+year journey in building biology and her personal experiences with environmental health issues. Nicole shares how her struggles with miscarriages led her to explore the impact of homes on health, sparking a deep dive into environmental exposures, geopathic stress, and the co…

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#3 - From Minimum to Masterpiece: Elevating Australian Building Standards with Dr Sarah Feiss - Architect 37:57

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In this conversation, Dr. Sarah Feiss shares her journey in building a passive house, discussing the principles of passive house design, the importance of energy efficiency in building codes, and the challenges faced in the Australian construction industry. She emphasises the need for better education and training for builders and designers, as wel…

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#2 - The Human Element in Energy Efficiency with Ben Walsham 44:12

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In this conversation, I interview Ben Walsham, an energy efficiency consultant, about his journey from architecture to energy consulting. We discuss the importance of sustainable building practices, the impact of evolving building codes, and the need for collaboration between architects and energy consultants. Ben emphasises a human-centered approa…

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#1 - Quality Control in Energy Efficient Construction with Jackson Digney 34:01

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In this episode, I interview Jackson Digney, Director of Enduro Builders and South Australia's undisputed leader in energy-efficient building. We discuss Jackson's journey into sustainable building, the importance of education and quality control in the industry, and the challenges of maintaining high standards in carpentry. We chat about the perfo…

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Welcome to the Building Sciology Poddie 6:37

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I’m excited to introduce the The Building Sciology Poddie — in it I bring you a blend of building science and biology knowledge I have gathered over the last decade or so. I started in building design game and evolved very quickly into energy efficiency and sustainability. I like a pretty building as much as anyone else, but knowing how they work a…

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Monash IVF – Professor Gab Kovacs helped pioneer IVF, revolutionising reproductive medicine, enabling thousands of women to have babies 1:17:09

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How do you revolutionise medicine, helping develop an entire new field of medical science in this country? Well, back when he was a young doctor Professor Gab Kovacs did just that. By starting small and taking 1 step at a time he helped change the practice of reproductive medicine, by pioneering IVF in this country – “test tube” babies they used to…

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2024 – Kismet – how Mark Woodland’s healthtech startup, NDIS platform Kismet just got $32 million richer, thanks to a successful funding round from investors. (From the archives!) 47:50

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In late 2023 we brought you an interview with serially successful entrepreneur Mark Woodland, who co-created and built the Kismet platform to provide digital tools to help NDIS participants easily link up with approved providers, reducing fraud and overcharging & improving compliance along the way. Kismet only began life as a business in August 202…

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Laser Clinics Australia - Babak Moini wanted to get rid of his own excess body hair, so he turned that personal imperative into a retail empire. 1:08:35

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Babak Moini came to Australia with his family as an 8 year old, from Iran. He studied hard, went to university and became an actuary, earned good money. So far a fairly typical immigrant story. But Babak’s journey diverged considerably when he discovered retailing, of all things – his first foray was a small souvenir shop in Cairns - and he fell in…

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#19 - From Aerospace to Energy Efficient Homes and Passivhaus with Dr Cameron Munroe 56:34

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Luxury Escapes – Adam Schwab building a new, complete one-stop travel booking platform, still with deals and discounts 1:07:03

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#18 - Connecting the Dots: A Carpenter’s Journey from Illness to Healthy Homes with Tony Benger 58:40

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#17 - Insulation and Condensation with James Pinyon 42:43

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#16 - Nerding Out on Better Builds with Sean Buchanan 57:27

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#15 - When You Know Better, You Build Better with Spencer Rosen 1:23:36

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EncompaaS – Jesse Todd helps companies manage the massive burden and risk of data compliance 1:03:26

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#14 - Mould, Misdiagnosis, and the Making of a Healthy Home with Jess Ward 52:43

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Vittoria Food & Beverage – Les Schirato turning Australians into Italian coffee lovers at home 1:14:15

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#13 - Passivhaus, Performance & the Power of Building Science with Hamish White and Matthew Carland 59:37

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#12 - Condensation, Roof Ventilation and Building Science with Clarence Macalister 1:35:38

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Group Homes Australia – Tamar Krebs disrupting and reinvigorating dementia and aged care living 1:04:23

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#11 - Responsibility, Energy Efficiency & Purpose with Clare Conroy 40:48

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#10 - WUFI, Walls, and Weatherproofing with Villy Yordanov 1:03:00

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Sant and Abel – how Sophie Lovejoy creates and manufactures luxury leisurewear, now selling on several continents 1:17:37

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#9 - Health, Energy Efficiency & Building What Matters with Cindy Angel 1:02:57

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#8 - Learning, Leading, and Healthy Homes with Luke Callery 1:01:59

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Invisible Technologies – Benjamin Plummer quietly powering the AI revolution 1:13:25

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#7 - How Do We Make Thermal Bridging Sexy with Ken Long 1:01:57

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Welcome to 2025 1:06

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#6 - Blower Door Testing & The Future of Aussie Homes with Sean Maxwell 46:23

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#5 - Building Science Myths Debunked with Dr. Joe Lstiburek 49:53

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#4 - Building Biology: How Your Home Affects Your Health with Dr Nicole Bijlsma 52:26

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#3 - From Minimum to Masterpiece: Elevating Australian Building Standards with Dr Sarah Feiss - Architect 37:57

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#2 - The Human Element in Energy Efficiency with Ben Walsham 44:12

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#1 - Quality Control in Energy Efficient Construction with Jackson Digney 34:01

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Welcome to the Building Sciology Poddie 6:37

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Monash IVF – Professor Gab Kovacs helped pioneer IVF, revolutionising reproductive medicine, enabling thousands of women to have babies 1:17:09

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2024 – Kismet – how Mark Woodland’s healthtech startup, NDIS platform Kismet just got $32 million richer, thanks to a successful funding round from investors. (From the archives!) 47:50

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Laser Clinics Australia - Babak Moini wanted to get rid of his own excess body hair, so he turned that personal imperative into a retail empire. 1:08:35