Lee Marley went from apprentice to founder of one of the UK’s biggest brickwork companies — a business now worth over £100 million.

In this episode of The Hodcast, he shares the story behind that growth, and why people, passion, and purpose are just as important as profit.

For anyone chasing long-term success — this conversation delivers.

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Greeny is a legend in the world of bricklaying — but what sets him apart isn’t just his skill.
It’s how much he cares.

In this episode of The Hodcast, Greeny opens up about why he still loves the job, why training the next generation matters so much, and how bricklaying became more than a career — it became his purpose.

This one’s full of heart, honesty, and straight-up wisdom.

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Charlie Thorp has trained, assessed, and inspired thousands of bricklayers — and in this episode of The Hodcast, he opens up like never before.

Now retired from FE and working as an End Point Assessor for City & Guilds, Charlie shares his view on what’s working, what’s broken, and how we make sure the next generation of apprentices get the training — and belief — they deserve.

We cover:
– His journey from lecturer to assessor– The problem with “just passing people”– The role of mentorship in modern apprenticeships– The future of the bricklaying trade in the UK

This is a story of standards, structure, and giving people a chance to succeed the right way.

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James Collinson, MD of Design Spec, believes architecture has lost its way — and it’s time to rebuild from the ground up.

In this episode of The Hodcast, James opens up about what’s broken in the design process, how better collaboration could transform construction, and how mergers and acquisitions can actually help the older generation pass on their businesses, skills, and knowledge to the next.

We talk about:
– The design-build disconnect
– Collaboration between trades and architects
– Creating buildings that serve people, not just policy
– Legacy through smart business transitions
– What leadership in construction really looks like

If you're thinking about the future of the industry — this is the conversation.

#TogetherWeCan

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From design failures to leadership flaws, this conversation gets to the root of what’s really going wrong — and what we can do about it.

👀 Get a sneak peek of what’s coming.
📅 Full episode drops Tuesday 17th June at 6AM.

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Lee Fuller’s journey is one of the most powerful we’ve heard on The Hodcast.

From addiction and courtrooms to life on-site and eventually running his own media business, Lee shares what it really takes to turn your life around — and why he’s now helping others do the same.

We talk about fatherhood, failure, second chances, and building a brand from the ground up.

If you’ve ever felt stuck — this is the episode you need.

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Bob Noseda has spent decades shaping the UK’s construction training landscape — but in this episode, he opens up like never before.

We talk honestly about:
– Why full-time college courses are failing learners
– The power of hands-on, site-based experience
– What’s broken in the current system — and how we fix it
– The urgent need for collaboration between education and industry

Bob’s message is clear: if we want better outcomes for young people, we need to rebuild the system from the ground up.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone working in training, education, construction — or anyone who believes in building a better future.

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There’s a crisis unfolding in our classrooms and workplaces — and it’s time we talked about it.

In this episode of The Hodcast, Gary Stringer shares his powerful perspective on why the education system is letting young people down, how mental health is being ignored, and why construction could be the answer to rebuilding futures.

We cover:
– The hidden struggles in schools– Why teachers are losing their passion– How the construction industry is offering new hope– And the critical mental health conversations we all need to have

If you care about young people, leadership, and building a better future — this one’s for you.

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Varsha Patel is FA Essex Coach of the Year 2024 and founder of #GirlsCanBuild — a movement proving that girls can lead, build, and break barriers on and off the pitch.

In this inspiring episode of The Hodcast, Varsha shares how she’s changing lives through grassroots football and construction, coaching under-10s girls with purpose and power.

We talk about:
– Coaching girls in football
– Empowering future builders and leaders
– Winning FA Coach of the Year
– Creating real change in male-dominated spaces

This episode is for anyone passionate about youth empowerment, women in leadership, and the future of sport and construction.

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This week on The Hodcast, Terry Farnham pulls no punches.
From sacrifices made to brutal lessons learned, Terry opens up about the harsh realities of working in construction — and what it really takes to keep going when times get tough.

If you’ve ever been on site, managed a crew, or just wondered what the building game is really like behind the scenes, this is the episode for you.

🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday at 6am. Follow The Hodcast for more honest conversations from inside the industry.

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