The Neutral Podcast

Episode #22 - Mick McConnell

In episode 22, we’re joined by Mick McConnell, a titan of the architecture and branding industries, whose resume includes roles at Starbucks, Chipotle, WeWork, and Airbnb. Mick and Nate talk about the influence the former had on the Neutral rebrand, as the two reminisce about their times in branding workshops.

Episode #21 - Jennifer Castenson

In this episode, Jennifer Castenson and Nate sit down to discuss sustainable housing and the concept of Zero Carbon Aligned Housing. The conversation explores urban sprawl, density, and the influence of climate change on housing patterns.

Episode #20 - Daryl Patterson

Daryl Patterson, former CPO of Lendlease, joins Nate in this episode of The Neutral Podcast to discuss construction's shift toward digitization and industrialization.

Episode #19 - Josh Dortzbach

In the ever-evolving tapestry of structural engineering, rare are the voices that blend innovation with reverence for the built environment. Josh Dortzbach, CEO and Co-Founder of Forefront Structural Engineers, shared a great deal of wisdom in our latest discourse.

Episode #18 - Lindsay Baker

In this episode, we sit down with Lindsay Baker, CEO of International Living Future Institute (ILFI), to explore her fascinating work in regenerative building design and certification.

Episode #17 - Chris Timmins

In this episode, we chat with Chris Timmins, who takes us on a journey through the intersection of economics and sustainability. We explore sustainability from an economist’s perspective and discuss why it matters to the average person, touching on how these principles connect to real estate development.

Episode #16 - Troy Harris

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into sustainable forestry with Troy Harris. We explore the intricate interplay between nature and human ingenuity, discussing vital topics such as carbon capture, carbon credits, natural capital, and the evolving carbon market.

Episode #15 - Peter Kraus

In this episode of The Neutral Podcast, we invited our friend Peter Kraus onto the podcast to discuss his career and how that led to The Neutral Project partnering with Peter Kraus Fitness for all its fitness centers.

Episode #14 - Asta Fivgas

In this episode, we enjoyed chatting with Asta Fivgas, Director of Preconstruction at Reflection Window + Wall, LLC (RWW). Asta introduced us to RWW and discussed their partnership with The Neutral Project, their innovative approach to sustainability, and the impressive Passive House goals for The Edison’s facade.

Episode #13 - Dan Whalen

Discover the unique insights of Dan Whalen as he takes us on his journey into mass timber, a construction material he believes is the future. In this episode, we delve into the benefits of timber, such as the potential for rent/sale premiums, capitalizing mass timber developments, and the pros and cons of institutional investors versus a democratized approach.

Episode #12 - Jeff Risom

We sat down with Jeff Risom who is the Chief Innovation Officer at Gehl to explore design methods in urban planning and sustainable city building. His unique perspective as an American who has lived in Copenhagen for the better part of 20 years is fascinating.

Episode #11 - Cara Eckholm

In episode 11 of The Neutral Podcast, Nate and Cara Eckholm take a deep dive into the world of urban innovation and sustainable building.

Episode #10 - Ray Hartshorne

In this episode of The Neutral Podcast, we sat down with Ray Hartshorne, Co-Founder and Partner at Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture ("HPA"). He and his team at HPA are leading the design for The Neutral Project's historic development in Milwaukee, The Edison.

Episode #9 - Douglas Lyons

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Douglas Lyons, Managing Principal at Pearlmark. Doug shared his insights on various aspects of real estate investment, starting with his background and journey from Transwestern Investment Company to Pearlmark Real Estate Partners.

Episode #8 - Ricky McLain

In our latest episode of The Neutral Podcast, we hosted Ricky McLain, Program Manager at WoodWorks, as we explored the evolving landscape of mass timber engineering and construction.

Episode #7 - Thomas Mende

We had the pleasure of hosting Thomas Mende, President & CEO of Binderholz Timber, as we delved into the world of mass timber production and forest management.

Episode #6 - Oliver David Krieg

In episode 5, we welcomed Johannes Habenbacher Chief Technology Officer of KLH Massivholz, which also happens to be the supplier of mass timber for The Neutral Project’s Bakers Place.

Episode #5 - Johannes Habenbacher

In episode 5, we welcomed Johannes Habenbacher Chief Technology Officer of KLH Massivholz, which also happens to be the supplier of mass timber for The Neutral Project’s Bakers Place.

Episode #4 - Ben Stevens

In our latest episode, we welcomed Ben Stevens, author of "The Birth of a Building," to delve into the dynamic realm of real estate development. Our discussion navigated the delicate balance between merchant and long-term hold strategies, and weighing the pros and cons of each approach.

Episode #3 - Andrew Waugh

In this episode, we had the privilege of delving into the dynamic world of mass timber and componentized construction with Andrew Waugh, the visionary founder and director of Waugh Thistleton Architects.

Episode #2 - Jerker Lessing

In this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Jerker Lessing, who earned a Ph.D. from Lund University in Sweden, is an adjunct professor at Stanford, and works as an independent advisor and consultant within the industrial construction industry. Our conversation delved into the transformative realm of industrialized construction, Jerker's thesis and dissertation, and his previous work as the Director of Research and Development at BoKlok.

Episode #1 - Michael Green

Michael Green, Founder and Principal of Michael Green Architecture (MGA), and the man who is credited for coining the term “mass timber”, joins us to discuss an array of topics, from responsible forestry, to insights into the intersection of sustainability, architecture, and urban design.

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