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Join Fred Mills, Liam Marsh, and Luke Bligh as they discuss news and trends from the construction, engineering and architecture industries in a relaxed atmosphere. Grab a coffee or cuppa tea and enjoy The World's Best Construction Podcast by The B1M
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Join Fred for a special book-signing event in London on Thursday 21st May 2026, 7:30PM, at the Royal Geographical Society. Get your tickets here!This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Vietnam is building the world’s biggest stadiumLondon’s Liverpool Street Station overhaul approvedCity of London shares image of how the City will look in 2032Hard Rock Hotel and Casino rises in Las VegasThis episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s ProjectSight here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aS8GSHWe end the show with a brilliant email from "Sarah who lives near Brisbane".Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "India Just Built an Airport in a Swamp". Together, we're discussing if India really built Navi Mumbai International in the worst place possible?Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:Mongolia’s volcanic visitor centreBeijing’s new art museumWe end the show with a 'public-transport at the 2026 World Cup' themed email from Lucca.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Skyscraper That Ruined Paris". Together, we're discussing the 'Tour Montparnasse' and asking ourselves, "is it really that bad?"Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:RIBA President proposes a high-speed rail loop across UK and IrelandWe end the show with some brilliant Spotify comments.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why the Bills Refuse to Build a Roof on New Highmark Stadium". Together, we're discussing how much of an economic giant American football is - however, as modern stadiums go, the 'Bills' aren't exactly following the NFL blueprint.Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:400 Lake Shore rises in ChicagoWe end the show with an email update from Holly AND a hilarious Squidward-themed Spotify comment.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:UK Government approves China’s mega-embassy in LondonSydney’s new fish market completesDubai’s orb-topped skyscraperPre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XWe end the show with a Disneyland/Walt Disney World themed email from Josue.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Washington DC’s $2BN new stadiumEthiopia’s $12BN new airportMercedes-Benz branded city planned for DubaiThis episode is sponsored by Sage. Learn more about Sage Intacct Construction here 👉 https://bit.ly/3J8sVSkWe end the show with an email from Jason. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Construction progresses on Jeddah TowerBrisbane 2032 Olympic Stadium unveiledLucas Museum of Narrative Art to Complete in 2026Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XWe end the show with an email from Ryan Fisch.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent smash-hit video "Is The Line Really Dead?". Together, we're discussing if Saudi Arabia's mega build can survive 2026.Pre-order Fred's book MEGA BUILDS now 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y63G6XLater in the episode, we cover:Atlassian’s headquarters rising in SydneyJapan’s Zaha Hadid-designed hotelWe end the show with some Spotify comments and a Calgary-themed email from Robert Lee.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the QUIZ returns with a special variety gameshow episode covering 2025 in construction. Enjoy one of our funniest and unhinged episodes yet!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're looking back at the catalogue of videos that The B1M has produced in 2025 and picking our favourites. This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRLater in the episode, we cover:Italy set for a Zaha Hadid-designed hospitalUK govt chooses the original Heathrow expansion optionDubai’s exoskeleton skyscraperWe end the show with an email from Holly W. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Inside Europe’s New Mega-Tunnel Under The Alps". Together, we discuss Fred's trip to BENEATH The Alps as we chat about one of the world's biggest megabuilds.This episode is sponsored by Sky Systemz. Learn more about Sky Systemz here 👉 http://www.skysystemz.com/billionsbackLater in the episode, we cover:New skyscraper proposed for Parramatta, Sydney = https://www.instagram.com/theb1m/p/DRt3mMzDUmL/Hong Kong’s deadly apartment fire = https://www.instagram.com/p/DRmj6PtDU8g/?img_index=1Our favourite Frank Gehry buildings = https://www.instagram.com/p/DR5jzZQjTND/?img_index=1We end the show with a Malta-themed email from Alexia.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The Epic Engineering Behind America's New Stadium". Could the Tennessee Titans' new Nissan Stadium host the NFL's Super Bowl?This episode is sponsored by Sage. Learn more about Sage Intacct Construction here 👉 https://bit.ly/3J8sVSkLater in the episode, we cover:Birmingham City FC’s new stadium = https://www.instagram.com/p/DRSPuXmjVxH/?img_index=1Bentley Residences kicks-off in Miami = https://www.instagram.com/p/DRXVlrBjaVZ/?img_index=1We end the show with some Spotify comments and an email from Caleb Metcalf.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "The World's Tallest Megadam Will Block Central Asia". Together, we discuss how Tajikistan is finally finishing a Soviet-era mega build.This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRLater in the episode, we cover:Saudi Arabia’s 12 million square metre development = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ4DjhfjZJk/?img_index=1Albania’s spherical new sports venue = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ5CQu8Db8Z/?img_index=1We end the show with some Spotify comments and an email from Jaden Musharbash.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Inside The $3BN Mega-Lab That Will Change The World". Together, we discuss what 13 nations are building in the south of Sweden. Spoiler - it's fascinating. Later in the episode, we cover:Grand Egyptian Museum opens = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQmcxU0DbI0/?img_index=1Belgium’s Gare de Mons opens 10 years late = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ1mLJ_jQnJ/?img_index=1We end the show with a brilliant question from Sebastian Gulmark.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Techno International Airport officially opens in Cambodia = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQE5M7hjcoc/?img_index=1Chicago’s State/Lake Station set for an overhaul = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPwmRKnDbLL/?img_index=1John Hopkins University opens its new student centre = https://www.instagram.com/p/DP6kaC7DI6K/?img_index=1This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRWe end the show with an email from Eliška.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we're digging into The B1M's recent video "Why Canada Blasted a Huge Hole Outside its Parliament". Together, we discuss the insane engineering behind Canada's biggest ever building upgrade.This episode is sponsored by Sage. Learn more about Sage Intacct Construction here 👉 https://bit.ly/3J8sVSkLater in the episode, we cover:270 Park Avenue opens in New York = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQE_JV_jT5h/?img_index=1 Works progress on Taiwan’s Zaha Hadid-designed Danjiang Bridge = https://www.instagram.com/p/DQLGEJKgqMp/?img_index=1We end the show with an email from Sam Scorthorne.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Singapore’s 30,000 seat new outdoor venue = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPgqHDkAqAK/?img_index=1Serbia’s Zaha Hadid designed skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPorYSsDT2x/?img_index=1Gordie Howe Bridge nears completion = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPOtV9HiPip/?img_index=1We end the show with emails from Adi and Caleb MetcalfGet in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands adding a fourth tower = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPjR0O_DMjj/?img_index=1London’s 130 Fenchurch Street skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPcRBL1DWH_/?img_index=1We end the show with emails from Carl Trezza and Jason Murray.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Manchester United scraps its stadium’s circus tent = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPJc0RxjUR9/?img_index=1Hangzhou’s Golden Sands Lake Grand Theatre = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOy9_B-DdRQ/?img_index=1Huge sinkhole opens up under Bangkok’s metro extension = https://www.instagram.com/p/DPBzG43iFWl/Do logos belong on tall buildings? = https://www.instagram.com/theb1m/p/DPMhvY6jX7-/This episode is sponsored by Trimble. Learn more about Trimble’s design and detailing solutions here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Q3hdRWe end the show with emails from John Geisler and Ryan Fisch.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we're covering the latest news in construction, including:Baghdad's New District "Sustainable Forest" = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOtfziNjaHM/Santander's New Miami Skyscraper = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOF9kkLDcq3/Riyadh's Expo 2030 Site = https://www.instagram.com/p/DOQXaigDUjm/We end the show with some topical Spotify comments from Ryan, Clement and Finlay McBride.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I rarely comment, but I hoped this would be a informative podcast on construction. But several minutes in, they are still talking about beaches and barbecues. So I won't persist as if I wanted light chat, I would just talk to a friend. I'm sad because I hoped this would be like similar to the excellent YouTube channel.
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