{"podcast":{"title":"Construction Disrupted","slug":"construction-disrupted-6586696","podcast_index_feed_id":6586696,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/construction-disrupted/","website_url":"https://www.builddifferent.marketing/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/43ceec8a-b650-4c26-af1a-4611581ef246/Podcast-Sponsor-Artwork.png","author":"Peter Sumpton & Ryan Jones","episode_count":119,"summary":"Construction Disrupted is a podcast for people working in the construction industry who need to stay current without drowning in noise. With a focus on the current, real-world issues across the built environment, the stories behind the headlines, the shifts worth your time, and the ideas to get you thinking. No froth, all coffee. Each episode follows a clear 3, 2, 1 structure: 3 headlines. Covering the most relevant and interesting topics from the world of construction. 2 opinions. Straight-talking analysis and debrief that digs deep beyond each headline. Why it matters and what it means for the future. 1 takeaway. Sometimes practical, sometimes actionable, or perhaps something to make you think. Hosted by Peter Sumpton and Ryan Jones, who bring a combined 40 years in construction and marketing, Construction Disrupted is designed for thought-leaders and decision-makers who prefer podcasts with more substance and less spin. We know the backdrop, fragmented supply chains, rising costs, skills gaps and sustainability pressures, and we won’t rehash doom for the sake of it. Instead, we move past the headlines and delve into the topics that are shaping the industry today, tomorrow, and…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-10T16:17:54.414364+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696"},"episode":{"title":"Blackpool, Bilbao and the Future | Episode 96","slug":"blackpool-bilbao-and-the-future-episode-96","published_at":"2025-12-17T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696/blackpool-bilbao-and-the-future-episode-96","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696","url":"https://www.builddifferent.marketing/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/000d90b1-1d0e-448e-92e3-936b49585b6d.mp3","summary":"Construction Disrupted Episode 96 - Blackpool, Bilbao and the Future (17.12.25) From groundbreaking architecture to transformative infrastructure projects and the future of construction technology, we dive deep into the topics that are redefining industries and communities. Frank Gehry: from LA experimentalist to the architect of the Bilbao effect In this episode, we celebrate the life and legacy of Frank Gehry, one of the most influential architects of our time. From his experimental beginnings in Los Angeles to iconic global projects like the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao and the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Gehry’s work transformed architecture into an art form. We reflect on his groundbreaking designs, his ability to create cultural spectacles, and his quieter, more intimate projects like Maggie’s Centres, which showcase his versatility and humanity. Gehry’s architectural vocabulary continues to inspire and shape the world. Blackpool seeks contractors to join £200M North West highways and civils framework Blackpool Council has launched an ambitious £200 million Highways Framework to enhance the region’s infrastructure over the next four years. This initiative is divided into two major areas: highways surfacing and civil engineering works, with plans to secure up to eight suppliers to deliver extensive projects. The framework aims to improve the North West’s highway network, foster collaboration with neighbouring authorities, and support regional growth through innovative and sustainable infrastructure development. Construction industry outlook 2026: The trends shaping how contractors build, budget and deliver The construction industry is undergoing a transformative shift as it prepares for 2026. This episode explores how technology, including AI, automation, and predict…","meta_description":"Construction Disrupted Episode 96 - Blackpool, Bilbao and the Future (17.12.25) From groundbreaking architecture to transformative infrastructure projects…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2011,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/construction-disrupted-6586696/episodes/blackpool-bilbao-and-the-future-episode-96/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696/blackpool-bilbao-and-the-future-episode-96.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}