BUILDINGS Podcast

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The BUILDINGS Podcast presents the latest developments and practices in facility management from energy management, lowering operating costs, maintenance of commercial buildings, life and safety, sustainability, green issues, project management, security, building performance and much more.

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#275
Monday · 9 min
Assault and Battery Coverage Best Practices: ICYMI
For building owners and facility managers, security isn't just an operational concern. It can also affect whether you can secure the insurance coverage your property needs—and how much that coverage costs. This episode of the Buildings Podcast examines factors impacting assault and battery (A&B) coverage.
#274
October 12 · 8 min
Tackle HVAC Energy Waste with R-Zero’s Jennifer Nuckles
The growth of AI is putting more pressure on the electrical grid than ever before—but there’s still a lot of wasted energy out there when it comes to individual buildings. Jennifer Nuckles of R-Zero joins the Buildings Podcast to explain where to find HVAC waste and how to optimize systems.
#273
October 5 · 7 min
What Building Performance Standards Mean for Facilities Teams: ICYMI
Building performance standards (BPS) are spreading—and even if you’re not responsible for regulatory strategy, you may want to pay attention anyway. This episode of the Buildings Podcast unpacks the potential consequences of not meeting BPS requirements and FM’s role in achieving these goals.
#272
September 28 · 12 min
Better Outcomes for Large-Scale Projects with Bureau Veritas’ Riad Habib
How can you ensure quality and manage risk on large projects—and what can we do to ensure good project outcomes as investment in buildings and infrastructure accelerates? Riad Habib, Senior Vice President of Buildings and Infrastructure at Bureau Veritas, joins the Buildings Podcast to explain.
#271
September 21 · 10 min
Balance AI-Powered Surveillance with Human Judgment: ICYMI
Artificial intelligence tools are showing up in more and more security conversations—but they’re not perfect. This episode of the Buildings Podcast examines how to get the most out of AI tools while avoiding false alarms and other risks.
#270
September 14 · 12 min
Fall Pest Control Need-to-Knows with Adam Holt, BCE
Pest pressures can increase as the fall settles in—but what can facilities professionals do about it? Adam Holt, BCE, joins the Buildings Podcast to discuss typical trouble spots and how integrated pest management can help.
#269
September 7 · 6 min
Sustainable Specification Tips: ICYMI
Ever looked at a product specification sheet and wondered what all the sustainability labels mean? You’re not alone. This episode of the Buildings Podcast unpacks how to evaluate sustainable products without getting overwhelmed by green claims and marketing buzzwords.
#268
August 31 · 8 min
Cellular DAS and Better Communications with MCA’s Dave Walton
Modern buildings are essentially an RF fortress thanks to low-e glass and construction materials that block cellular signals. Dave Walton of MCA’s data division joins the Buildings Podcast to explain what you can do if your building has a poor wireless signal.
#267
August 24 · 7 min
Operations and the Occupant Experience: ICYMI
The way people perceive your building plays a key role in business outcomes. This episode of the Buildings Podcast explains why—and how facility managers boost occupant satisfaction.
#266
August 17 · 8 min
Fight Unbalanced Building Temperatures with Modine Heating’s Jamie Tuinstra
Uneven hot and cold spots in commercial buildings are common, even during the warmer months—and even if systems are technically running properly. Jamie Tuinstra of Modine Heating joins the Buildings Podcast to explain why these temperature imbalances happen and how you can fix them.
#265
August 10 · 7 min
Lead in the Age of AI: ICYMI
Artificial intelligence is impacting every part of commercial real estate—but the best leaders know that technology empowers people instead of replacing them. This episode of the Buildings Podcast examines how leaders can evolve alongside AI.
#264
August 3 · 11 min
Tariff Whiplash with CBIZ's Mark Baran
Tariffs imposed on goods imported to the U.S. are impacting commercial real estate, from project scope to whether a project proceeds at all. Here’s what you need to know about the tariff landscape today.
#263
July 27 · 7 min
Fire Alarm Failure Points: ICYMI
If there is a fire in your building tonight, will your alarm system actually protect the people inside? The answer to this important question may surprise you. This episode of the Buildings Podcast examines why fire alarm systems can fail in emergencies and what you can do to make sure they perform.
#262
July 20 · 30 min
How FM Becomes a Strategic Partner with IFMA’s Wayne Whitzell
The facilities department isn’t just a cost center—but changing that perception can be tough, especially when you don’t have the headcount to accomplish everything you need to do. Wayne Whitzell, first vice chair of IFMA’s Global Executive Board, joins the Buildings Podcast to explain how FM can become a strategic partner.
#261
July 13 · 7 min
SITES Certification Basics: ICYMI
It’s time to look beyond the building when it comes to resilience. The site your building is on also has a role to play. This episode of the Buildings Podcast looks at the Sustainable SITES Initiative and what you need to know about certifying with it.
#260
July 6 · 24 min
Lessons from Emergency Operations Centers with DLR Group’s Mallory Cusenbery
Mission-critical facilities need to stay operational during a crisis—and they have a lot to teach operators of other commercial buildings. Mallory Cusenbery, lead public safety designer for DLR group, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on resilience, risk management, and operational continuity.
#259
June 29 · 5 min
Why Records Management Is Becoming a Liability Issue: ICYMI
Regulators and litigants are increasingly targeting individual people who own, control, and sign off on physical assets. Here’s what that means for you.
#258
June 22 · 9 min
Intentional Leadership with UnitedHealth Group’s Kjersten Jaeb, BOMA International’s 2026-2027 Chair
The 2026 BOMA International Conference & Expo is fast approaching. Incoming chair Kjersten Jaeb sat down with the Buildings Podcast to explore the value of peer networks, her plan to lead with intention—and the must-see events at this year’s BOMA conference.
#257
June 15 · 5 min
NFPA 70B and Electrical Maintenance: ICYMI
NFPA 70B now requires documented electrical maintenance programs. What does that mean for you? This episode of the Buildings Podcast reviews what facility leaders need to know about complying with the standard.
#256
June 8 · 6 min
FM Outsourcing Need-to-Knows with Aerotek’s Quinn Heimann
Can bringing in third-party facility management providers help solve recruiting challenges for in-house FM teams? Quinn Heimann of Aerotek joins the Buildings Podcast to offer tips for making sure in-house staffs and third-party teams can work well together.

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