Best Stuart Pearson Podcasts (2026)

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From the Archives: Valuing Freddie Mercury’s Auction with Ashley Stuart-Noble, Carey Wallace, Sarah Hodgson and Rachel Reilly #222 42:26

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With more than 30,000 items and an original estimate between £7.6m and £11.3m, Freddie Mercury's auction at Sotheby's in London in 2023 exceeded expectations, fetching £39.9m in just over a week. In this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, we meet the three exceptional women who helped bring this sale to the public and asked them about the challeng…

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RICS Legal Landscapes: Construction and Legal Change - ADR, Case Law and Practical Risk with Dave Hull MRICS, Guy Bolt MRICS & Kirsti Olson #221 37:36

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This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment. The role of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the construction industry is …

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The RICS Sustainability Report with Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS, Alexandra Faciu MA MRICS & Kisa Zehra #220 27:50

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Sustainability is, and will continue to be, a prevalent factor in the built environment; this year’s RICS Sustainability Report 2025 offers fresh insight into how the climate agenda is shaping practices across the world. In this insightful episode of the RICS Podcast, host Kisa Zehra is joined by leading experts Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS and A…

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RICS Legal Landscapes: Building Safety & Gateway 2 – Legal and Regulatory Realities #219 47:39

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This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment. Purpose & Learning Outcomes Understand Gateway 2's legal framework and how it alt…

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The Harris Debate 2025: Ethical Surveying During a Housing Crisis #218 57:52

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Last week, we were delighted to host the return of the Harris Debate, this year asking the important questions about the surveyor’s duty of care during times of great housing demand. This episode of The RICS Podcast comes to you live from the event, moderated by Lord Bichard of Nailsworth KCB, and featuring a panel with Dr Wei Yang OBE, Faraz Baber…

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Why Are You Proud to Be a Surveyor? with Morag Angus FRICS, Diana Massawa MRICS, Tim Kenny AssocRICS and Maarukh Abbas #217 36:27

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There are a great number of reasons to take pride in being a surveyor, and much to do in order to make that pride accessible to all who wish to join the industry. This week on The RICS Podcast, we’re joined by Morag Angus FRICS, Diana Massawa MRICS, Tim Kenny AssocRICS and Maarukh Abbas, who take us through the most rewarding aspects of the profess…

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What Skills Should Be Nurtured for the Future of the Built Environment? with Kevin Keane FRICS, Jane Sykes MRICS and Babatunji Adegoke MRICS #216 37:01

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The future of the built environment relies on us teaching the right skills to those currently aspiring to work in the profession. In this episode of the RICS Podcast, host Kevin Keane FRICS is joined by Jane Sykes MRICS and Babatunji Adegoke MRICS to explore the essential skills shaping the future of the surveying profession and the built environme…

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Surveying Insights: The History of the Profession with Professor Carl Chinn MBE and Suki Bell FRICS #215 38:58

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Surveying is a rich profession with a long-spanning, illustrious history that stretches back to medieval times, and it’s a key area of focus for Professor Carl Chinn MBE. This special episode of The RICS Podcast delves into the roots of the profession, as Professor Chinn MBE shares with Suki Bell FRICS his findings on how surveying has evolved acro…

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How Do Surveying Students Find Work Experience with Norman Hutchinson FRICS, Fiona Stoddard MRICS, Danny Waters (candidate) and Toby Stewart (student) #214 49:28

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Work experience forms a vital part of many aspiring surveyors’ early career, and this episode of The RICS Podcast focuses on how to find, and make the most of, work experience opportunities. Toby Stewart is a student member of RICS and student at the University of Aberdeen, and he’s joined by RICS candidate Danny Waters, and members Norman Hutchins…

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Surveyors Leading SMEs: Resilience, Growth, and Influence with Jennifer Hobart MRICS, Dominic Doig FRICS, Zaman Sheikh AssocRICS and Sean Pearson AssocRICS #213 44:46

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Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are an essential part of the built environment, providing opportunities for young professionals to enter the industry. In this episode of The RICS Podcast, industry leaders from the surveying and built environment sector share candid insights into the realities of running and growing small to medium enterprises (S…

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Going for FRICS: How Do You Know You're Ready? with Tammy Harrison-Round FRICS, Chris Smith FRICS and Jamie Collins MRICS #212 45:22

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Fellowship represents not an end-state of the surveying profession, but a next phase of your journey - how do you know when it’s time to attain it? In this episode of the RICS Podcast, Tammy Harrison-Round FRICS guides a discussion with Chris Smith, who recently earned his FRICS designation, and Jamie Collins MRICS who’s currently preparing to unde…

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Member Profile: Thomas Haithwaite MRICS and Infrastructure in Peru #211 38:03

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One of the widest-reaching impacts that can be seen from surveyors’ work is the sustainable growth of global infrastructure. In this episode of the RICS podcast, host Kieran Halliwell is joined by Tom Haithwaite, a surveyor whose work is transforming public infrastructure in Peru. Tom shares his experiences navigating cultural differences, implemen…

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Supporting Men’s Mental Health in Construction with Mark McBride Wright, Scott Pearshouse MRICS and Tomi Laguda #210 41:12

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Mental health and wellbeing is a key pillar in today’s world, and while it’s historically been more challenging for men in construction to be open, there’s more vital support now than ever before. Tomi Laguda leads a deep and honest discussion on The RICS Podcast this week with Scott Pearshouse MRICS, as he shares his own mental health journey in c…

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Member Profile: Dorothy Natukunda MRICS and Uganda’s Standard Gauge Railway #209 51:01

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Every infrastructure project requires the work of a surveyor, and when developing economies and public opportunity this role is akin to that of a ‘silent hero’. In this episode of the RICS Podcast, host Kieran Halliwell is joined by Dorothy Natukunda MRICS, Principal Government Valuer at Uganda’s Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development. Th…

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Mindy Sterling interviewed by Hunter Lowry 10:55

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Hunter Lowry interviews Mindy Sterling, who plays "Five" in the supernatural drama series "Purgatory, Missouri" that premiered March 18th, 2025 on all podcast platforms worldwide. Sterling is known for her portrayal of the hilarious Frau Farbissina in the Austin Powers series of comedy films. she als…

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Richard Malmos interviewed by Hunter Lowry 20:14

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Hunter Lowry interviews our director, Richard Malmos, who along with directing "Purgatory, Missouri", also wrote and narrates the prologue for each episode and plays "One", the mysterious leader of the Carnival. Richard is a legend in the voiceover world. For ten years he was THE VOICE of "The Late, …

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Dear Diary: What Should Be Included For Your APC with Steve Joel-Dicks FRICS, Alicia Styring MRICS and Adam Quinn #208 46:48

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From the very start of enrollment to the APC, your APC Diary becomes one of the most vital tools in helping you document your progression. So what should the diary look like by the time you’re ready for assessment? In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Adam Quinn speaks with APC assessors Steve Joel-Dicks FRICS, and Alicia Styring MRICS, to share wh…

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Nathan Smythe interviewed by Hunter Lowry 7:03

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Hunter Lowry interviews Nathan Smythe, who played several roles in "Purgatory, Missouri" including various carnies, pinbots and The Void. Nathan is a man of a trillion voices. When he stepped up to the mic during the audition, I said “Go over the top on this.” That was the scene at the end of Episode…

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Tonoccus McClain interviewed by Hunter Lowry 6:51

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Hunter Lowry interviews Tonoccus McClain, who plays "Tunnel of Love", the huge, hyperactive carnie who becomes Highstriker's muscle in "Purgatory, Missouri." Tonoccus has had a wildly varied career, working as a vocalist in movies such as "Avatar", "A Wrinkle in Time" and "Watchmen", touring in compa…

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Gary Lamb interviewed by Hunter Lowry 8:47

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Hunter Lowry interviews Gary Lamb, who plays the malevolent domestic abuser "Tony" in episode 2 of "Purgatory, Missouri". Gary has toured in numerous Shakespeare productions across the country. Here he talks to Hunter about playing "the bad guy," dreams, the afterlife and ghosts in his house. For mor…

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Julia Albert intervewed by Hunter Lowry 9:26

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Hunter Lowry interviews Julia Albert, who played "Marie" and "Nurse Kayla" in "Purgatory, Missouri" as well as various carnies and pinbots. Julia's portrayal of "Marie" in Episode 2 would so bone-chilling we had to take a moment to compose ourselves. One take - all terror. For more information, pleas…

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Dave Foley, Crissy Guerrero and Alina Foley interviewed by Hunter Lowry 9:03

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Hunter Lowry interviews Dave Foley, Crissy Guerrero and Alina Foley about family, radio theater and all things supernatural. The interview took place on the first day of recording our supernatural drama series "Purgatory, Missouri." The show is streaming on all podcast platforms worldwide. Subscribe …

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Maureen Davis interviewed by Hunter Lowry 9:52

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo In this behind the scenes interview, Hunter Lowry asks "Purgatory Missouri" producer Maureen Davis questions about her career, dreams and mysterious occurrences. For more information, please visit our website: purgatorymissouri.comBy Stuart Pearson

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Member Profile: Inoka Withana Gamage MRICS and the Central Interceptor Tunnel #207 30:43

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New Zealand’s ‘Central Interceptor Tunnel’ project represents a huge step towards upgrading the territory’s infrastructure for decades to come. Central to its success is this week’s guest on The RICS Podcast, Dr Inoka Withana Gamage MRICS, Principal Contracts and Commercial Manager at Jacobs New Zealand. In this member profile, Inoka talks us throu…

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Transitioning from Education to Industry: What Are the Challenges? with Matthew Fedigan FRICS, Machel Bogues, Sybil Taunton and Lucy Day #206 43:44

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The diverse future of our built environment industry relies on converting a broad university intake into an inclusive community of professionals. In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Machel Bogues heads up a panel with Matthew Fedigan FRICS, Sybil Taunton and Lucy Day. With a breadth of experience and backgrounds, our guests weigh in on the barrier…

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Breaking News at Mercy General Hospital part 4 5:06

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Reporter Mal Pysner interviews a medical professional who was in the emergency room as the "Horror in the Hospital" occurred. The hospital administration insists all is well, but she tells a different story. What on earth is happening there?!? The audio drama series "Purgatory, Missouri" is brought t…

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Member profile: redeveloping the Jewry Wall Museum with Emily Thorpe-Jones MRICS #205 35:45

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The Jewry Wall Museum plays a core role in Leicester’s history, and RICS member Emily Thorpe Jones MRICS has been the Project Manager on it’s revamp since 2022. In this member profile episode of The RICS Podcast, Emily speaks with Podcast Lead Kieran Dhunna Halliwell to share the complexities behind managing a major heritage conservation project, a…

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The Back Office: The Eyes on the Tall Poles 6:25

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo We catch a glimpse of the Back Office in Purgatory. Will surveillance videos of the new carnies lead to terrifying consequences? The audio drama series "Purgatory, Missouri" is brought to you by Stage for a New Age Productions, a SAG actor signatory, produced by Maureen Davis and Allyson Sereboff in …

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Breaking News at Mercy General Hospital part 3 3:20

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Reporter Mal Pysner interviews an eye-witness to the Horror at Mercy General Hospital. The hospital administration attempts to maintain control of the situation. What on earth is happening there?!? The audio drama series "Purgatory, Missouri" is brought to you by Stage for a New Age Productions, a SA…

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SME's Developing the Next Generation of Surveyors with Craig MacDonald FRICS, Jodie O'Connor MRICS, Marina Gerogieva MRICS and Callum Saville MRICS #204 44:03

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SMEs play a key role in developing the next generation of surveyors for an ever-evolving industry, mentoring them and fostering a culture in which they grow. In this episode of The RICS Podcast, we hear from Craig MacDonald FRICS, Jodie O'Connor MRICS, Marina Gerogieva MRICS and Callum Saville MRICS, as they discuss strategies for bridging the skil…

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The Back Office: The Phone Messages 5:09

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo So is THIS where the Newcomers' messages are kept from that f*cking phone? What happens to them? Who is listening to them??? The audio drama series "Purgatory, Missouri" is brought to you by Stage for a New Age Productions, a SAG actor signatory, produced by Maureen Davis and Allyson Sereboff in coop…

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DRS: Surveyors Using CAP in Contracts with Martin Burns and Jim McCluskey FRICS #203 43:37

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The Conflict Avoidance Process is a fast-growing tool in resolving disputes while avoiding the costs of both arbitration and litigation, making it invaluable if used correctly. Two firm advocates heading up the Conflict Avoidance Coalition are RICS’ own Martin Burns, and Kier’s Jim McCluskey FRICS, who discuss how CAP provisions can be integrated i…

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Breaking News At Mercy General Hospital part 2 3:54

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo The crisis at Mercy General Hospital continues. Reporter Mal Pysner is on the scene with an urgent update. The hospital administration has released its first statement on the bizarre situation, which rasies more questions than it answers. The audio drama series "Purgatory, Missouri" is brought to you…

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What’s Coming Soon on The RICS Podcast with Kieran Dhunna Halliwell #202 6:14

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Welcome back to The RICS Podcast! We enjoy showcasing the work of RICS members on our episodes and in this special update we’re previewing what’s to come in the next few months. Kieran Dhunna Halliwell, the show’s Podcast Lead, shares a brief update on what we’ve published so far, and what’s happening behind the scenes as we prepare for more interv…

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Breaking News At Mercy General Hospital part 1 1:18

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Shocking events are going on at Mercy General hospital. An unknown situation has disrupted hospital operations and a well-known reporter is on the scene to bring us up to date. Featuring the first appearance of legendary Los Angeles newcaster Hal Eisner, a fixture on KTTV nightly for decades. The ser…

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What makes a safe, inclusive work environment for LGBTQ+ professionals? with Sharon Slinger FRICS, Scott Wilkinson FRICS and Mark Bennett AssocRICS #201 38:05

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The built environment and construction sectors should be a space for all to feel welcome and to belong, and with June being Pride month it’s an apt time to evaluate how that looks in the industry. In this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, Sharon Slinger FRICS is joined by Scott Wilkinson FRICS and Mark Bennett AssocRICS to discuss the current atm…

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Surveyors and Their Favourite Projects with Florence Andrews MRICS, Vincent John Harney MRICS & Iona Lennon AssocRICS #200 50:18

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Through impactful, engaging and fulfilling projects, surveying continues to provide an incredibly unique career path to those who consider themselves fortunate to be in the profession. In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Florence Andrews MRICS hosts Vincent John Harney MRICS & Iona Lennon AssocRICS in sharing the experiences that make surveying su…

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Opportunities for equity: effective organisations with RICS Sybil Taunton & UKREiiF’s Nathan Spencer #199 28:56

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The built environment industry will be more effective to all if diverse voices are included, which intensifies the very present need for greater equity and inclusion. But, what does this look like in practice? How can organisations contribute to cultivating a more inclusive industry? Nathan Spencer is Director at UKREiiF, and he joins RICS’ Sybil T…

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Surveyors: Character, Competency and Changing Demands with Craig Ross MRICS and Alexandra Faciu MRICS #198 38:00

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The demands of a Chartered Surveyor now have evolved since the desired qualities of years past, both in terms of skills & competency, and a surveyor’s character. This week on The RICS Podcast, President of Alexandra Capital, Alexandra Faciu MRICS joins Craig Ross MRICS, who is Associate Director for Safety and Security at Diriyah Company. They dive…

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The DNA of Cities with Professor Greg Clark, Dr Caitlin Morrissey and Peter Hogg FRICS #197 43:13

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What makes a city is not just its construction, but the culture that thrives within it, and the two walk hand in hand with each other. This week on The RICS Podcast, Professor Greg Clark, Dr Caitlin Morrissey and Peter Hogg FRICS delve into what we mean by the ‘DNA’ of cities, what lies beneath it, and how the built environment complements what alr…

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Neuro-Divergence & The Assessment Process with Dan Knowles FRICS, Morwenna Slade MRICS and Jen Hobart MRICS #196 1:15:16

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Neurodiverse professionals in the built environment face unique challenges in the journey to becoming chartered, but with more awareness comes an increasing level of support for such APC candidates. Dan Knowles FRICS hosts this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, where Morwenna Slade MRICS and Jennifer Hobart MRICS share their experiences with the …

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A Day in the Life of a Surveyor with Emily Hayden MRICS, David Broschomb MRICS, Millie Mason MRICS and candidate Yusuf Javaid #195 58:32

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The world of surveying is diverse, dynamic and engaging every day for the professionals who work within it - aspects which should appeal to the many talented young people looking to join the sector. This week’s episode of The RICS Podcast showcases the journeys, experiences and insights of four fantastic surveying professionals - David Broschomb MR…

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Ep7: Rules 30:22

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo 38 learns harsh lessons about the Carnival while brutality sprouts all around him. Can the Carnival survive? The songs included in this episode are: "We Are The Falling Rain" and "3 Feet From A Vein" from American Gothic "Rise and Fall" and "I Spoke To The Devil About You" from Stories and Songs (cou…

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Ep. 7 Prologue 0:53

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Our brilliant director Richard Malmos wrote and narrated the prologues for each episode. Here he lifts the veil slightly to give you the briefest view of Episode 7: Rules. What is fear? Where am I? Episode 7 premieres June 10th, 2025. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts. For more informatio…

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The Role of a Facilities Manager in Sustainable Building with Robin Leow FRICS & Greg Davison MRICS #194 30:26

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The role of Facilities Managers has shifted in today’s market, which values people, planet and purpose in the provision of sustainable buildings. In this compelling episode of the RICS podcast, Greg Davison MRICS and Robin Leow FRICS dive into the critical role of Facilities Management (FM) in driving sustainable building practices, drawing upon gl…

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The Surveyors’ Role in Supporting Urban Leadership in Cities with Professor Greg Clark, Tom Webber MRICS and Borane Gille #193 53:37

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With a rapid growth of urbanisation in recent years around the world, the role of the surveyor is vital in ensuring we get a positive outcome from urbanisation. In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Professor Greg Clark, Tom Webber MRICS and Bourane Gille discuss the surveyor’s impact on how urbanisation helps cities to grow positively, create oppor…

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Ep6: Belinda 29:23

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Blanca and Belinda's worlds twist around each other as 38 struggles with the realities of his new job. The songs included in this episode are: "We Are The Falling Rain" and "Runaway Girl" from American Gothic "Now We Kiss" an outtake from American Gothic All songs from the "Dark Americana" series by …

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Ep. 6 Prologue 0:57

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Help us fund season two! buymeacoffee.com/PurgMo Our brilliant director Richard Malmos wrote and narrated the prologues for each episode. Here he lifts the veil slightly to give you the briefest view of Episode 6: Belinda. When your worlds cross, which one is the "real" one? Episode 6 premieres May 27th, 2025. Subscribe now wherever you listen to p…

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The Essential Role That Minerals Play in Society & the Built Environment with Barnaby Pilgrim FRICS, Matthew Cuthbert MRICS and Neil Hughes MRICS #192 52:20

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If materials can’t be grown, then they need to be mined - the importance of the mineral sector in the built environment is absolutely essential, yet often overlooked. This week’s episode of The RICS Podcast highlights how we can raise the sector’s profile, and attract new professionals to mineral surveying, drawing upon the experiences of host Barn…

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Skills for the APC and Beyond with Kate Taylor FRICS, Annabel Huffer MRICS and Abdul Alimi MRICS #191 49:54

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Skills are a critical part of the APC assessment, and continue to serve you throughout your career in surveying, but which skills are best to prioritise to succeed in today’s industry? This episode of The RICS Podcast features the fantastic insights of Kate Taylor FRICS, Annabel Huffer MRICS and Abdul Alimi MRICS, drawing on experiences from both s…