Are we recycling incorrectly? Imagine turning construction waste into functional products like stepping stones and garbage cans. What about printing a custom home retrofit piece in hours instead of weeks?

https://makeitright.ca/podcast/how-3d-printing-is-transforming-construction/

In this bonus clip, Mike Holmes identifies the #1 way to tackle the shortage in the skilled trades.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0zmw0i33ZGk7YCJLdXz6k3

Poor indoor air quality can contribute to respiratory issues and allergies, affecting everything from your health to your comfort. So what are some things we are guilty of when it comes to poor indoor air quality at home?

https://makeitright.ca/podcast/best-solutions-to-improve-indoor-air-quality/

The conversation explores my journey of a tradesman who transitioned from a young apprentice to a contractor and television personality. I discuss my early influences, the challenges faced in the construction industry, the importance of education in trades, and his efforts to empower the next generation, particularly women in construction.

https://makeitright.ca/podcast/closing-the-skilled-trades-gap-with-rob-almond-nest-ceo/

Join me as I share an unforgettable journey from convincing my daughter Sherry to join the trades to building a Category 5 hurricane-proof home in New Orleans. Experience the challenges we faced, from intense heat and lightning storms to innovative engineering solutions.

Discover the lessons learned in resilience and the impact of our work on the community. Tune in for a story of determination, family, and making it right in the skilled trades industry.

https://makeitright.ca/podcast/closing-the-skilled-trades-gap-with-rob-almond-nest-ceo/

The skilled trades industry is facing a critical skilled trades shortage, but it’s not because of a saturated market. In fact, between 2016 and 2021, the number of youth aged 15 to 24 in the trades dropped by over 12% in Canada, according to Statistics Canada. And it’s not just a Canadian issue — in the U.S., the construction workforce under age 25 has also been shrinking. So, what’s really going on?

Mike Holmes on this important issue!

I have been in the industry for over 40 years and on TV for more than 20 years. While I never wanted to be on TV, I found this as an opportunity to educate millions of homeowners at once on how to Make It Right.

https://youtu.be/aEQP7mnvvRY

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0cj08ZNrj31iclv1W0X2pd?si=Ul1DU6VHT6eo6o0VxgwMkQ

Mike Holmes' guest, Murray Pound from Generations Master Builder, explores the idea of 3D printing HVAC parts to reduce time and costs on the job site.

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/mike-holmes-on-homes/episodes/Could-3D-Printing-Solve-the-Affordable-Housing-Crisis--Tiny-Homes--Faster-Builds--and-Less-Waste-e31k9m2

What if we could build affordable homes in days, not months—with minimal waste and maximum sustainability? Affordable housing is one of the most pressing issues in cities worldwide, and 3D printed homes may be the innovative solution we’ve been waiting for.

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/mike-holmes-on-homes/episodes/Could-3D-Printing-Solve-the-Affordable-Housing-Crisis--Tiny-Homes--Faster-Builds--and-Less-Waste-e31k9m2