{"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":"Investment v Waste | Episode 118","slug":"investment-v-waste-episode-118","published_at":"2026-06-03T06:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696/investment-v-waste-episode-118","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696","url":"https://www.builddifferent.marketing/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/581756dc-bdb3-4c6d-8cfe-31e7edac7835.mp3","summary":"Construction Disrupted Episode 118 - Investment v Waste (03.06.26) in partnership with Adobe Acrobat Studio . Check them out and show them some love. In this episode, we explore innovation and resilience in the UK’s construction and healthcare sectors. From strategic investments shaping the future workforce, to creative solutions for sustainability and patient care, here’s what’s made our podcast headlines this week: CITB publishes its Business Plan for 2026–27 setting out how Levy payers’ money will be invested The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has unveiled its 2026–27 Business Plan, focusing on transparency and impactful investment of Levy funds. Over £136 million will directly support employers through grants, apprenticeships, and workforce development. The plan prioritizes getting more people into construction, ensuring high-quality training, and upskilling the current workforce. CITB’s approach is shaped by industry feedback and aims to address immediate and long-term skills challenges. A consultation on the Strategic Plan is set for later this year, inviting further industry input. The full Business Plan for 2026–27 is available at: https://www.citb.co.uk/about-us/plans-and-performance/business-plan ‘It’s like Dunkirk for the construction industry!’ The small team rescuing London’s precious building materials Based on general knowledge, this story highlights a dedicated group working to salvage and repurpose valuable building materials from demolition sites across London. Their efforts not only preserve architectural heritage but also promote sustainability by reducing waste and supporting the circular economy. The team’s work is likened to a rescue mission, emphasizing the urgency and importance of saving resources that would otherwise be lost. 'I…","meta_description":"Construction Disrupted Episode 118 - Investment v Waste (03.06.26) in partnership with Adobe Acrobat Studio . Check them out and show them some love. In t…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2166,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/construction-disrupted-6586696/episodes/investment-v-waste-episode-118/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/investment-v-waste-episode-118.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}