{"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":"Safety First, Robots Second, and a Really Big Church | Episode 105","slug":"safety-first-robots-second-and-a-really-big-church-episode-105","published_at":"2026-03-04T06:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696/safety-first-robots-second-and-a-really-big-church-episode-105","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696","url":"https://www.builddifferent.marketing/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/31d804da-bff0-4cd2-b4ea-05ac776994df.mp3","summary":"Construction Disrupted Episode 105 - Safety First, Robots Second, and a Really Big Church (04.03.26) In this episode we take a look at groundbreaking government reforms in building safety, the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs, and the awe-inspiring milestone of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia. An episode packed with insights and intrigue. Government Cracks Down on Unsafe and Unregulated Building Products in Response to Grenfell Tower Tragedy In the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the UK government has unveiled major proposals to reform construction product regulations. The Construction Products Reform White Paper introduces a general safety requirement, mandating that all building products undergo proper assessments before use. This is a significant shift, as currently, only about one-third of construction products are regulated. The new measures aim to enhance safety, boost the economy, and instill confidence in developers to meet the country's housing needs, including the construction of 1.5 million homes. The government has also made progress in implementing the Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations, with 70% expected to be completed by the end of the year. Additionally, the Grenfell Tower Memorial (Expenditure) Bill has been introduced to fund a lasting memorial, an archive, and a permanent exhibition to honor the 72 lives lost in the tragedy. Housing Secretary Steve Reed emphasized the importance of ensuring safety in homes and learning from past mistakes, while Minister for Building Safety, Fire, and Democracy Samantha Dixon reiterated the commitment to delivering safer homes and lasting change. How AI will change your business in 2026 By 2026, artificial intelligence will be the ultimate multitasker in the business world, tackling everything from data…","meta_description":"Construction Disrupted Episode 105 - Safety First, Robots Second, and a Really Big Church (04.03.26) In this episode we take a look at groundbreaking gove…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2018,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/construction-disrupted-6586696/episodes/safety-first-robots-second-and-a-really-big-church-episode-105/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/safety-first-robots-second-and-a-really-big-church-episode-105.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}