# Building Tradition Episode 29, Interview with Thomas E. Austin, Architect of the Capitol

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Podcast: [Building Tradition](https://stenobird.com/podcast/building-tradition-6367948)
Published: 2025-08-12T04:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/AIMED9913106825.mp3
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## Resource

Host Peter H. Miller, Hon AIA interviews Thomas E. Austin, the Architect of the Capitol. Austin talks about how the historic preservation work he manages helps "inspires future generations," while inspiring him at work every day.

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