Best The B1M Podcasts (2025)

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London’s 50 Fenchurch Street, Binghatti Flare Rises in Dubai, & Borneo’s New Port- #158 40:24

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This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including: Construction progresses on London’s 50 Fenchurch Street = https://www.theb1m.com/video/700-year-old-london-church-tower-stilts-construction-fifty-fenchurch Binghatti Flare rises in Dubai = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNykPevWqlh/?img_index=1 Borneo’s new port = https://www.instagr…

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The September QUIZ - #157 37:32

13d ago37:32

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This week, the infamous World’s Best Construction Podcast QUIZ returns in dramatic fashion! In this instalment, Fred & Liam compete in the following themed rounds: Rail, Airport, Audio, Skyscraper, German, Merdeka 118, American Construction History, and Popular Culture... there can only be one winner. We end the show with messages from Jay Kennard,…

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Manchester's New Metro, Chicago O'Hare's $1.3BN Upgrade, and more - #156 39:15

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This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including: Manchester plans a metro system = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNv88LwWrtj/?img_index=1 Work begins on Chicago’s $1.3BN new concourse = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNiO1Tgsn-A/?img_index=1 Construction progresses on London’s One Undershaft = https://www.instagram.com/p/DNWTW8tMZpW/…

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Inside China’s Controversial London Mega-Embassy - #155 45:20

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Inside China’s Controversial London Mega-Embassy". Together, we discuss how this UK construction controversy is anything but diplomatic. Later in the episode, we cover: The White House to get a new State Ballroom = https://www.instagram.com/p/DM8HC3lMnWR/?img_index=1 We end the show with an emai…

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Listener Q&A Special - #154 47:23

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This week, Fred, Liam, and Luke have reunited and are doing something a little different... a listener question-and-answer episode! Stay tuned for some excellent construction industry related topics, mixed with some banter-fuelled answers. This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https:/…

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This Huge Hole Should've Been America's Tallest Skyscraper - #153 43:50

2M ago43:50

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "This Huge Hole Should've Been America's Tallest Skyscraper". Liam is away this week, so it's just Fred & Luke discussing the new skyscrapers that are rising from the remains of the Chicago Spire. This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here…

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France’s Tour Triangle Takes Shape - #152 47:58

2M ago47:58

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This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including: France’s Tour Triangle takes shape = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMdi8WcsP_P/?img_index=1 Benfica's stadium overhaul = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMaKvPgMMTr/?img_index=1 China’s Sany IROOTECH HQ nears completion = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMqglwcM1Hh/?img_index=1 We end the s…

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Bangkok’s New Lantern District - #151 45:05

2M ago45:05

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This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including: Bangkok’s new lantern district = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMIqEf6svWQ/?img_index=1 Paraguay’s tallest new skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMOTfUfsxbR/?img_index=1 Wimbledon’s massive expansion = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMYSNQBsgzq/?img_index=1 We end the show with …

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Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum Takes Shape - #150 38:09

2M ago38:09

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This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including: Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum takes shape = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMAinkSMxag/ Thessaloniki’s eagle-inspired stadium = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMF5yFDMskp/?img_index=1 Shanghai’s new district = https://www.instagram.com/p/DMGnsbxslmj/?img_index=1 This episode is spon…

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How THE LINE Will Be Built - #149 44:36

3M ago44:36

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This week, we're trying something a little different and discussing this week's news in construction. Together, we cover: Saudi Arabia reveals more construction details for THE LINE = https://www.instagram.com/p/DLmzH2xtMg9/ Los Angeles spends $720M on an art gallery = https://www.instagram.com/p/DLkJjQ9M0hz/?img_index=1 Copenhagen set for a cracki…

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Is this Europe’s Most Disastrous Airport Ever? - #148 47:27

3M ago47:27

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Is this Europe’s Most Disastrous Airport Ever?". Liam is away this week, so it's just Fred & Luke asking, is Ciudad Real the most disastrous airport ever? This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdR Later in the ep…

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Why New York’s Leaning Skyscrapers Don’t Fall Over - #147 42:49

3M ago42:49

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why New York’s Leaning Skyscrapers Don’t Fall Over". Together, we're dissecting one of NYC's most unusual towers... two skyscrapers that lean into each other - because they have to. This is the story behind the American Copper Building. This episode is sponsored by Snaptrude. Try Snaptrude for f…

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Why America is Hollowing Out a Mountain - #146 44:51

3M ago44:51

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why America is Hollowing Out a Mountain". Together, we're discussing how America is building something huge inside an old gold mine... this is the DUNE episode - no, not THAT Dune, the 'Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment' episode. Later in the episode, we cover: Construction works complete at …

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The Grenfell Tower Fire: London’s High-Rise Scandal - #145 1:00:05

3M ago1:00:05

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Grenfell Tower Fire: London’s High-Rise Scandal". For this very important and sobering episode of the podcast, we thought it would be best to bring in The B1M Senior Content Producer, Adam Savage as a guest due to working on the aforementioned video. Together, we discuss why the UK's worst b…

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A Little Quiz Never Hurt Anyone (Except Fred) - #144 48:34

4M ago48:34

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This week, the infamous World’s Best Construction Podcast QUIZ returns in a Fred Vs Liam special. Is this our best game show episode yet? This episode is sponsored by ETHOSystems. If your projects are getting more complex but your systems aren’t keeping up, book a discovery call with ETHOSystems today: https://bit.ly/43TvttU Later in the episode, w…

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The Secret Race to Save a New York Skyscraper From Collapse - #143 52:39

4M ago52:39

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Secret Race to Save a New York Skyscraper From Collapse". In 1978, New York City came close to destruction... this is the story behind the Citigroup Center. This episode is sponsored by AMD. Try AMD Ryzen™ ThreadRipper™ here 👉 https://bit.ly/43GMEQi Later in the episode, we cover: Singapore’…

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Spain's $100M Mega Build Broke Every Rule - #142 49:31

4M ago49:31

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Spain's $100M Mega Build Broke Every Rule". Together, we discuss how The Guggenheim Bilbao changed construction forever. Later in the episode, we cover: Designs for London’s Queen Elizabeth II Memorial = https://www.instagram.com/p/DJXLPjeM4Ke/?img_index=1 We end the show with an email from Jaso…

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The World’s Tallest Hotel - #141 39:45

5M ago39:45

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Insane View From the World’s Tallest Hotel". Together, we breakdown the construction of another UAE world record breaking project, The Ciel, Dubai Marina. This is how the wind shapes our tallest buildings. Later in the episode, we cover: Miami’s next supertall skyscraper = https://www.instag…

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Why Europe is Building a $34BN Transport Mega-Hub - #140 40:02

5M ago40:02

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why Europe is Building a $34BN Transport Mega-Hub". Together, we breakdown the construction of Poland's 'CPK' (Central Communications Port), which will be one of the biggest travel centres anywhere on the planet. Later in the episode, we cover: Progress on Milan’s CityWave project = https://www.…

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The Insane Tunnels Under Big Ben - #139 40:40

5M ago40:40

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This week, LUKE'S BACK and we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Insane Tunnels Under Big Ben". Together, we breakdown the construction of Central London's Portcullis House AND Westminster Underground station upgrade - this not your average construction project! Later in the episode, we cover: Osaka 2025 Expo opens = https://www.instagram.…

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My BIG FAT Greek Metro - #138 35:57

6M ago35:57

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This week, Fred Mills and Liam Marsh dig into The B1M's video on Greece's $3BN new metro system. Later in the episode, we cover: China's new Zaha Hadid-designed sports centre Athens' major airport expansion We end the show with a message from Jason Methfessel. Get in touch! [email protected] www.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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The Epic Plan to DEMOLISH The $160BN International Space Station - #137 43:11

6M ago43:11

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This week, Fred Mills and Liam Marsh dig into The B1M's huge new video all about the plan to demolish the International Space Station (ISS) with the help of a specially modified SpaceX rocket. Later in the episode, we cover: Georgia's Zaha Hadid-designed skyscraper Adelaide's first-ever skyscraper This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more ab…

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The Railroad That Could CRIPPLE America's Economy - #136 41:57

6M ago41:57

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This week, Fred Mills and Liam Marsh dig into The B1M's epic new video on US infrastructure, produced with Amtrak and Procore. Luke Bligh is recovering from an operation and we wish him all the best! Later in the episode, we cover: Manchester United's £2BN new stadium Seoul's convention centre upgrade Get in touch! [email protected] www.TheB1M.com…

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The $17BN Plan to Make Iraq a Logistics Superpower - #135 35:52

7M ago35:52

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This week, Fred and Liam dig into The B1M's latest video, all about "The $17BN Plan to Make Iraq a Logistics Superpower". Luke is sadly unwell this week. We wish him all the best for a speedy recovery! Later in the episode, we cover: Bhutan's new airport - https://www.instagram.com/p/DG052lOM5G9/?img_index=1 London’s 85 Gracechurch Street skyscrape…

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Why Berlin Built a $7BN Empty Airport - #134 39:17

7M ago39:17

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why Berlin Built a $7BN Empty Airport". Luke is away for this episode, so Fred and Liam breakdown the turbulent 30-year journey of Brandenburg Airport, in Berlin, Germany. Later in the episode, we cover: Naples set to get a major new district = https://www.instagram.com/p/DGlO2yhsXg_/?img_index=…

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Why China is Building a New Road to Russia - #133 43:09

7M ago43:09

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why China is Building a New Road to Russia". In the mountains where Europe meets Asia, a controversial highway is under construction. For the first time on the podcast, we're discussing big infrastructure in Georgia (the country, not the US state!) This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn mor…

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Inside Europe's $1BN Abandoned Mega-Build - #132 37:02

7M ago37:02

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Inside Europe's $1BN Abandoned Mega-Build". Together, we talk about Fred's experiences of going inside one of Europe’s biggest abandoned buildings, the one of a kind ICC Berlin. Later in the episode, we cover: GCHQ share rare construction images with The B1M = https://www.instagram.com/p/DF94xiC…

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Delayed: Japan’s $64BN Levitating Bullet Trains are no Longer on Track - #131 1:04:46

7M ago1:04:46

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent long-form video "Delayed: Japan’s $64BN Levitating Bullet Trains are no Longer on Track". Liam's away this week, so Fred and Luke are dissecting Japan's super-fast Maglev future that might be on the rails. This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble here: bit.ly/4gUimx3 , and Te…

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The $3BN Mega Dam That Changes the Weather - #130 43:49

8M ago43:49

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent video "The $3BN Mega Dam That Changes the Weather". In short, India's record-breaking new infrastructure project is absolutely massive. Later in the episode, we cover: London Heathrow’s third runway resurrected = https://www.instagram.com/p/DFaGKF7MzGm/?img_index=1 Saudi Arabia finishes carving a …

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Overbudget: Britain's $57BN Nuclear Nightmare - #129 52:18

8M ago52:18

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent video "Overbudget: Britain's $57BN Nuclear Nightmare". In this episode, the lads ask what went wrong at Hinkley Point C — Europe's largest construction site. Later in the episode, we cover: China’s new Zaha Hadid-designed cultural centre = https://www.instagram.com/p/DELO6xmu-HM/?img_index=1 Harva…

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How This Nazi Megastructure Became Luxury Apartments - #128 46:30

8M ago46:30

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent video "How This Nazi Megastructure Became Luxury Apartments". In this poignant episode of the podcast, we ask ourselves how to deal with buildings of a dark past... Later in the episode, we cover: Manila’s new skyscrapers = https://www.instagram.com/p/DEnvxKMsmOz/?img_index=1 London’s Southbank de…

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Top 25 Construction Megaprojects of 2025 - #127 46:16

9M ago46:16

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent video "Top 25 Construction Megaprojects of 2025". We'll give you 25 chances to guess what this episode is about... either way, it’s going to be a massive year for construction. Later in the episode, we cover: China’s Heatherwick-designed new district completes = https://www.instagram.com/p/DDu53Er…

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Big Fat QUIZ of 2024 - #126 50:36

9M ago50:36

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This week, the QUIZ returns with a special variety gameshow episode covering 2024 in construction. Enjoy one of our funniest and unhinged episodes yet! We end the show with multiple messages and emails. Get in touch! [email protected] www.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The $100BN Plan to Save Tokyo - #125 54:38

9M ago54:38

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's most recent long-form video "The $100BN Plan to Save Tokyo". Together, the lads discuss Japan's epic plan to disaster-proof Tokyo. This episode is sponsored by InEight. Learn more about InEight here: https://bit.ly/3P2jKSG Later in the episode, we cover: Zaha Hadid’s latest skyscraper rises in China = https:/…

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Derailed: Germany's $60BN Railway Rescue Plan - #124 38:29

10M ago38:29

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Derailed: Germany's $60BN Railway Rescue Plan". Germany, a country known for it's efficiency, has a big train problem... this might just be Europe's biggest rail upgrade. Later in the episode, we cover: Miami’s 48-storey new skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DDNo6jhM1pv/?img_index=1 Londo…

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New York is Building a Skyscraper Jail - #123 48:04

10M ago48:04

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This week, Fred and Liam are back from Dubai, and we're digging into The B1M's recent video "New York is Building a Skyscraper Jail". You read that right. Is this New York's most controversial building? Later in the episode, we cover: Riyadh Metro opens in Saudi Arabia = https://www.instagram.com/p/DDAqkApupOn/?img_index=1 China’s Urban Glen under …

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Autumn Quiz Special - #122 39:20

10M ago39:20

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This week, the QUIZ returns with a special 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire' style episode. There's even a 'Fast & Furious' round - yes, you read that correctly. Later in the episode, we cover: Toronto’s public park upgrade = https://www.instagram.com/p/DCAaXgIMOfC/?img_index=1 Construction works start on The Mukaab = https://www.instagram.com/p/DBg9…

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Sydney is Building a $5BN Mega-Airport - #121 40:55

10M ago40:55

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Sydney is Building a $5BN Mega-Airport". Australia's constructing a multi-billion dollar airport to save Sydney from an aviation nightmare - good thing we've got a Sydney resident as a co-host! This episode is sponsored by ALLPLAN. Learn more about ALLPLAN here: https://bit.ly/3YH3Xx4 Later in t…

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Canada's First Supertall Skyscraper is in Crisis - #120 48:47

11M ago48:47

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Canada's First Supertall Skyscraper is in Crisis". Together, we look inside the messy battle to build The One, Canada's first supertall skyscraper. Fred is also quizzed on his Toronto/Canada general knowledge. Later in the episode, we cover: Dubai’s super slender new skyscraper = https://www.ins…

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Building a $1BN Mega-Telescope in the Desert - #119 47:12

11M ago47:12

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Building a $1BN Mega-Telescope in the Desert". This construction project in Chile is truly out of this world. Later in the episode, we cover: Jeddah Tower could complete in 2028 = https://www.instagram.com/p/DBdkprNuIbp/ New York’s Vessel re-opens with safety meshing = https://www.instagram.com/…

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Inside Saudi Arabia's Wild World Cup Stadiums - #118 1:03:02

11M ago1:03:02

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Saudi Arabia is Building a Stadium on The Line". We're evaluating all of the spectacular projects planned for the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Later in the episode, we cover: London’s Elizabeth Line wins the RIBA Stirling Prize = https://www.instagram.com/p/DBOYGU7sowh/?img_index=1 New York’s $350M plan…

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This City is the Next Singapore - #117 41:17

11M ago41:17

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "This City is the Next Singapore". This airport could change the fate of an entire country - the Techo Takhmao International Airport in Phnom Penh, Cambodia is a gamechanger for South-East Asia. Later in the episode, we cover: London’s Printworks regeneration = https://www.instagram.com/p/DA-__Qq…

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Why Egypt Built an Olympic City Without the Olympics - #116 48:38

12M ago48:38

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why Egypt Built an Olympic City Without the Olympics". Egypt is building a huge Olympic City in the desert, hoping to be the first African Olympic Host. This construction project is beyond huge. Later in the episode, we cover: New Sydney Fish Market takes shape = https://www.instagram.com/p/DAs7…

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Why No One Wants This London Skyscraper - #115 45:36

12M ago45:36

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why No One Wants This London Skyscraper". We're keeping it local, and looking further into the battle to build Western Europe's tallest new skyscraper - 'One Undershaft' in the City of London. This episode is sponsored by Trimble's SketchUp. Learn more about Trimble here: https://bit.ly/47E30tk …

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Saudi Arabia Built a $16BN Clock Tower - #114 47:40

12M ago47:40

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Saudi Arabia Built a $16BN Clock Tower". The Makkah Royal Clock Tower in Mecca, Saudi Arabia pushes engineering to the extreme. This episode is sponsored by Trimble Construction. Learn more about Trimble here: https://bit.ly/3XD3iNN Later in the episode, we cover: World’s second tallest building…

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This Robot Could Change Skyscraper Construction - #113 38:01

1y ago38:01

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "This Robot Could Change Skyscraper Construction". The lads discuss an innovation that could transform skyscraper construction forever. Learn more about Schindler R.I.S.E - https://bit.ly/4gtJ6VO Later in the episode, we cover: Updated renders released for Hudson Yards Phase Two = https://www.ins…

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These American Dams Are Falling Apart - #112 33:59

1y ago33:59

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "These American Dams Are Falling Apart". The lads discuss why some of the USA's most important (and forgotten) infrastructure is in danger. This special episode is sponsored by Trimble Construction. Learn more about Trimble here: https://bit.ly/3XD3iNN Later in the episode, we cover: Vietnam plan…

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This is The World's Most Complex Construction Project - #111 59:21

1y ago59:21

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "This is The World's Most Complex Construction Project". The lads chat to Fred about his travels to the ITER facility in France. This is the epic story of the largest nuclear fusion reactor ever built. Also, Fred interviews Kris Lengieza from Procore. Join The B1M and Procore at the construction …

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Building the World’s Second Tallest Skyscraper - #110 57:38

1y ago57:38

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Building the World’s Second Tallest Skyscraper". The lads chat to Fred about his travels to the top of Malaysia's Merdeka 118. Our discussion is then followed by an interview with KONE's TP Teoh. This special episode is sponsored by Trimble Construction. Learn more about Trimble here: https://bi…

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Singapore’s New Metro Line is Construction Hell - #109 43:31

1y ago43:31

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This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Singapore’s New Metro Line is Construction Hell". This is a BIG project on the small island nation. Later in the episode, we cover: LA 2028 Olympic venues = https://www.instagram.com/p/C-WMHfZOHry/?img_index=1 China’s vast new convention centre = https://www.instagram.com/p/C-LWqEwsmV5/?img_inde…