What happens when an architect stops looking at blueprints and starts asking blunt questions? In this special episode of Verwerking, host Elise Luyckx becomes the guest. Interviewed by Edzo Botjes, Elise reflects on her transition from the City of Antwerp to independent consulting. She shares the honest story behind starting "Verbonden"—a podcast born not from expertise, but from a desire to learn and a need to overcome shyness.

What you will learn:

* Why a podcast is the ultimate networking tool for "shy" architects.

* The reality of moving from a stable government role to the "heavy" world of consulting.

* Why frameworks and certifications often leave a gap in our practical knowledge.

Welcome to Verwerking, the podcast where we make deep architecture human and concrete. My name is Elise Luyckx, and today, I share my own "Why."