Unspoken Practice Podcast

While we're working on upcoming episodes, we're revisiting one of our most important conversations:

Do you have to be an architect to practice architecture?

We explore the many ways people shape the built environment—whether through design, planning, community engagement, construction, development, advocacy, or education.

If you're new to Unspoken Practice, this is a great place to start.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts and let us know: What does "practice" mean to you?

New episodes drop every Friday.

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People at firms might not tell you this ... but we definitely select a favorite intern. In this episode we will discuss the tips and tricks on how to become the favorite intern at your firm. Are you an intern? Have you gotten frustrated with some of the tasks you've been given? Do you want to become your office's favorite? -this is for you.

New episodes drop every Friday.

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Conference Season is upon us! For some, it's a yearly ritual, others dread it, and some don't understand the appeal.

In this episode, we talk about the reasons why you should consider attending conferences, the appeal of small vs large ones. More importantly Jessica provides tips and tricks on how to navigate your first conference. Don't know what conference to attend? Considering attending a conference solo? -this is for you.

New episodes drop every Friday.

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Welcome to Unspoken Practice, a podcast about the real experience of working in architecture and design.

Did you graduate this year? Rather it was from college or high school, Jessica shares advice to the graduates as they enter the industry or college.

For those that feel like college was so long ago, what advice do you wish you would have received?

Graduating is an exciting time, but it can also feel scary with so many unknowns ahead. Do you already have a job lined up or still looking? If you are wondering what your next steps should be - this is for you.

New episodes drop every Friday.

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There is something in the water. Does anyone else feel it?

On this week's episode, we get a little vulnerable and talk about the signs you should look out for that may indicate lay offs are near. We see impacts in the economy, how does that influence the AEC industry?

Have you ever been laid off before? Have you been noticing an energy shift at your office recently? This episode is for you!

New episodes drop every Friday.

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Welcome to Unspoken Practice, a podcast about the real experience of working in architecture and design.

In this episode, we are talking about the "Millennial Crisis". Have you heard of it? Maybe you are not a Millennial but maybe you are feeling behind in your career? This episode is for you. Tune in as we talk about these things and more.

New episodes drop every Friday.

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Welcome to Unspoken Practice, a podcast about the real experience of working in architecture and design.

In this episode, Jessica talks about Motherhood's place in the AEC industry. We all know that the number of women in the AEC industry drops significantly once they enter mid-career. Why is that? What questions should you ask when looking at a firm? Firm owners, what can you do to keep women and caregivers in the profession? Not only keep them but help them succeed.

Even if you are not in that life stage - are there ways that you can prepare for it? Have you wondered if you could navigate this profession, while being a mother or caregiver? This episode is for you.

New episodes drop every Friday.

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Simon Sinek's episode referenced in this episode, listen on spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fgOJATrjHsscuelxTOf83?si=43e6d0457ce24f70

Welcome to Unspoken Practice, a podcast about the real experience of working in architecture and design.

In this episode, Jessica talks about the different roles in the AEC that one might be interested in that isn't Capital "A" Architect. Because let's face it, have you ever gone through architecture school and questioned if you wanted this? Or graduated Architecture and started the licensure process and wondered if this was even worth it?

This episode is for you! If you are curious or questioning things, we can introduce to a few roles that you might be interested still in the industry an we even share some resources.

New episodes drop every Friday.

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Welcome to Unspoken Practice, a podcast about the real experience of working in architecture and design.

In this first episode, Jessica shares her 10+ year journey through the industry; from architecture school to her time at the American Institute of Architects, and into firm life today. Unpacking burnout, career uncertainty, and the gap between expectation and reality.

If you’ve ever questioned your path in architecture, felt stuck in your career, or wondered what other roles exist in the industry—this is for you.

New episodes drop every Friday.

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Welcome to Unspoken Practice.

Architecture isn’t just about buildings, it’s about everything we don’t talk about.

This podcast is your space for real conversations about the industry: the burnout, the career pivots, the office dynamics, and the moments that make you question your path.

Hosted by Jessica Rogers, Unspoken Practice dives into the unfiltered side of working in architecture and design blending personal stories, industry insight, and anonymous listener confessions.

New episodes drop every Friday.

Follow now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen so you don’t miss the first episode.

Got something to say?

A story, frustration, or experience you’ve never shared out loud?

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