Best Stonebond Podcasts (2026)

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Housing the Nation: Clarion’s Richard Cook on Funding, Planning Reform & Getting Homes Built 33:33

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Richard Cherry and Graham Cherry sit down with Richard Cook, Chief Development Officer at Clarion Housing Group, the UK’s largest housing association, for a candid discussion on the state of the market. Cook traces his journey from family construction yards to delivering the London 2012 Olympic Village and now leading Clarion’s development push.…

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Inside the Housing Market with Richard Donnell from Zoopla (Part Two) 23:30

3M ago23:30

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In part two, we continue our discussion with Richard Donnell from Zoopla — this time looking ahead. We dig into the generational divide in home ownership, the types of homes buyers really want, and the challenges of land, planning and viability.By Stonebond

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Inside the Housing Market with Richard Donnell from Zoopla (Part One) 24:56

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In this first part of our conversation with Richard Donnell, Executive Director at Zoopla, we explore how the housing market has changed over the years, the impact of regulation and affordability pressures, and why transactions have stalled. From falling mortgage rates to the north–south divide, Richard unpacks the forces shaping today’s market.…

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Can the UK deliver 300,000 new homes? Exploring market realities with Chris Millington. 49:03

7M ago49:03

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We're back! Welcome to Season Two of the All About Housing Podcast. Throughout the 2025-26 season, we will be diving even deeper into the urgent questions shaping the future of the housing market in the UK. We have some exciting guests lined up for this season, with expert analysts, policy makers and planners, all working in the thick of it. We can…

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General Election Special With Stewart Baseley 46:29

1+ y ago46:29

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With the Prime Minister calling a General Election for Thursday 4th July 2024, the future of the housing industry hangs in the balance. In our latest special episode of our All About Housing Podcast, co-hosts Graham and Richard Cherry sit down with Stewart Baseley, Executive Chairman of the Home Builders Federation, to discuss the potential impacts…

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Building Balanced Communities: with Special Guest Kate Davies - Part Two 27:28

2y ago27:28

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Welcome back to part two of the Building Balance Communities discussion with our special guest, Kate Davies. In this second part, Kate, Richard and Graham discuss how Housing Authorities are working to solve the housing crisis. They take a deep dive into the direct work that Stonebond is doing to contribute and work alongside HAs.…

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Constructing Equality: Empowering Women in the Industry 32:51

2y ago32:51

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In honour of Women in Construction Week and International Women's Day, Graham Cherry of Stonebond hosts a candid discussion with colleagues past and present about the role of women in the construction industry. He is joined by Annette Cole, Sales and Marketing Director at Stonebond, Kirsten Moore, Group Coordinator at Stonebond and Helen Moore, Gro…

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Building Balanced Communities: with Special Guest Kate Davies - Part One 25:00

2y ago25:00

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In this episode, Richard and Graham welcome our first series guest, Kate Davies CBE. Kate is a Non-Executive Director of Stonebond and the former Chief Executive of Notting Hill Genesis Housing Association. Kate shares insights from her 30-year career in the social housing sector, reflecting on the changes and challenges the industry has faced over…

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Shaping the Future: Becoming a Partnerships Developer 17:17

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Graham and Richard dive into the pivotal shift during COVID that led them to become a mixed-tenure partnerships developer. They share the benefits of this model for sustainable growth and the importance of pre-selling strategies. They also discuss Stonebond's expansion into multiple regions and maintaining a positive company culture.…

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From Booms to Busts: Navigating Challenges in the Housing Market 20:13

2y ago20:13

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Graham and Richard Cherry are back for episode two of the All About Housing podcast. In this episode, they delve into the highs and lows of their career in the construction industry. From navigating housing booms and busts to weathering the storm during economic downturns, the Stonebond Co-Chairmen share their valuable insights and strategies. They…

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From Humble Beginnings: Going back to Countryside Properties 24:07

2y ago24:07

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In this episode, Graham and Richard Cherry, Co-Chairmen of Stonebond, explore their early years deeply influenced by their father's passion for property. They reveal the humble beginnings of Countryside and how they navigated its evolution into a prominent nationwide housebuilder. Whilst also shedding light on the commitment to innovation, quality …