{"podcast":{"title":"Housing Matters Podcast","slug":"housing-matters-podcast-7058173","podcast_index_feed_id":7058173,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/housingmatters/feed.xml","website_url":"https://housingmatters.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/19615879/HOUSING_matters_podcast_logo_2500_x_2500_px__zygnmc.jpg","author":"Matt Pouliot","episode_count":37,"summary":"Housing Matters is a podcast dedicated to discussing the importance of housing and development in our State. Hosted by Matt Pouliot of Pouliot Real Estate, the podcast aims to educate and inform the public about the significance of housing initiatives, the intricacies of development, and how individuals can secure their dream homes. Through engaging conversations and expert insights, we aim to: ° Advocate for the importance of housing initiatives in fostering thriving communities ° Educate the public about the complexities of real estate development and its impact on local economies ° Empower individuals with knowledge and resources to navigate the housing market effectively ° Spark meaningful discussions on topics ranging from affordable housing solutions to the legal and regulatory challenges facing developers ° Cultivate a deeper understanding of the intricate connections between housing, quality of life, and economic opportunity","last_synced_at":"2026-06-25T06:18:36.975302+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/housing-matters-podcast-7058173"},"episode":{"title":"13. Building Homes Like Cars: Why Modular Just Makes Sense","slug":"13-building-homes-like-cars-why-modular-just-makes-sense","published_at":"2025-04-22T15:57:02+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/housing-matters-podcast-7058173/13-building-homes-like-cars-why-modular-just-makes-sense","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/housing-matters-podcast-7058173","url":"https://housingmatters.podbean.com/e/13-building-homes-like-cars-why-modular-just-makes-sense/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7zhgj3kwenj4urgf/thatcher.mp3","summary":"Building Homes Like Cars: Why Modular Just Makes SenseGuest: Thatcher Butcher, President of KBS Builders In this episode of Housing Matters, host Matt Pouliot sits down with Thatcher Butcher, a seasoned construction industry leader and President of KBS Builders, to explore the transformative potential of modular housing in Maine and beyond. Together, they dig into: Why Maine’s aging population and shrinking trades workforce demand new building solutions The stigma around factory-built homes—and how modern modular turns that on its head What it really takes to build a high-quality home in a controlled environment How offsite construction shortens timelines, reduces waste, and improves work-life balance for tradespeople The regulatory and licensing hurdles holding modular back What real estate professionals, developers, and policymakers need to understand to make change happen Whether you're a builder, developer, policymaker, or just someone curious about the future of housing, this conversation will challenge how you think about what it means to “build a home.” 🎙 Housing Matters is a podcast about real estate, housing policy, and building better communities in Maine. Hosted by Matt Pouliot of Pouliot Real Estate.","meta_description":"Building Homes Like Cars: Why Modular Just Makes SenseGuest: Thatcher Butcher, President of KBS Builders In this episode of Housing Matters, host Matt Pou…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3761,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/housing-matters-podcast-7058173/episodes/13-building-homes-like-cars-why-modular-just-makes-sense/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/housing-matters-podcast-7058173/13-building-homes-like-cars-why-modular-just-makes-sense.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}