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The Voice of Construction Podcast is the official podcast of the Associated General Contractors of San Diego. Every two weeks, our host and CEO, Eddie Sprecco will bring you real talk from the jobsite to the Capitol, and everything in between.
Together with our construction partners, we’ll break down the big issues shaping our industry, from politics and policy to workforce development and safety, to the latest from your general contractor peers and AGC members. Whether you’re in the field or at the helm of the business, this is where we talk about what matters most to construction in San Diego.
Every other week kicks off with a deep dive into the headlines called Punchlist the News, or a quick MMQB Post-Game Breakdown to give you the insight you didn’t know you needed. Then, we’ll sit down with a guest for an interview, where we’ll jump into real challenges, wins, and innovations shaping your work and ours.
We’ll also feature stories from workforce, education, committees, and our liaison efforts with public officials, so you know what AGC is doing for you behind the scenes and on the front lines.
Get the most from us by listening in! And remember, it’s good business to do business with an AGC member.
Together with our construction partners, we’ll break down the big issues shaping our industry, from politics and policy to workforce development and safety, to the latest from your general contractor peers and AGC members. Whether you’re in the field or at the helm of the business, this is where we talk about what matters most to construction in San Diego.
Every other week kicks off with a deep dive into the headlines called Punchlist the News, or a quick MMQB Post-Game Breakdown to give you the insight you didn’t know you needed. Then, we’ll sit down with a guest for an interview, where we’ll jump into real challenges, wins, and innovations shaping your work and ours.
We’ll also feature stories from workforce, education, committees, and our liaison efforts with public officials, so you know what AGC is doing for you behind the scenes and on the front lines.
Get the most from us by listening in! And remember, it’s good business to do business with an AGC member.
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With Election Day approaching, Dustin Steiner takes the mic for a solo episode of the Voice of Construction Podcast to break down the midterm elections and what they mean for San Diego’s construction industry. Dustin walks listeners through AGC San Diego’s recommendations on key local races, state-level candidates, and ballot measures, including issues affecting development and infrastructure.
He also shares practical reminders about voting in California, employee voting leave, and where to find the association’s voter guide. Whether you’re a political enthusiast or just trying to make sense of your ballot, tune in, get informed, and make your voice heard.
This episode is sponsored by Casper Company, a leader in safe, innovative demolition solutions.
Is San Diego ready for the next major storm? On this episode of The Voice of Construction, hosts Eddie Sprecco and Dustin Steiner welcome Dustin Ivers and Nicole McNeil from the City of San Diego to discuss El Niño preparedness and Operation Sandbag.
Learn how the City is preparing infrastructure, coordinating storm response efforts, and partnering with AGC San Diego to distribute 100,000 sandbags to residents. The conversation also covers flood safety, emergency planning, and how local contractors can support their communities before severe weather strikes. Tune in to discover how collaboration helps build a safer, more resilient San Diego.
Special thanks to Alliant Insurance Services for sponsoring this episode. Alliant Insurance Services helps general contractors grow with specialized construction insurance, surety bonding, and risk management solutions tailored to the construction industry.
What does it take to build a safer, smarter, and stronger construction workforce? Eddie Sprecco and Dustin Steiner sit down with AGC San Diego’s Director of Workforce Development, Becca Schaffer, and Safety Compliance Manager, Stephanie Ballew, to explore the training and resources available to today’s construction professionals.
From hands-on safety courses, CPR certification and prevailing wage compliance; to AI training, leadership development, and the new Field Ready Construction Foundation certificate program, the conversation covers how AGC is responding to the industry’s evolving needs. Plus, meet Stephanie and hear how her decades of safety experience will support San Diego’s construction community.
This episode is sponsored by Milwaukee Tool, an AGC San Diego Diamond Sponsor, delivering innovative, trade-specific solutions that drive safety and productivity on jobsites nationwide. Visit https://www.milwaukeetool.com/ for more information.
How can construction become faster, smarter, and more sustainable? On this episode of Voice of Construction, Eddie Sprecco and Dustin Steiner welcome Christopher Evans, President, and Sam Dicke, Manager of Client Development, from Timberlab to explore the growing world of mass timber construction. They discuss engineered wood products, prefabrication, BIM coordination, and how early collaboration can reduce waste and accelerate installation.
The conversation also covers evolving building codes, fire-performance testing, domestic manufacturing, and Timberlab’s new cross-laminated timber facility in Oregon. Plus, hear about notable mass timber projects and the opportunities this innovative approach brings to the construction industry.
This episode is sponsored by West Coast Group Benefits, helping contractors manage benefits, compliance, labor costs, and prevailing wage strategies. Learn more at westcoastbenefits.com.
On this episode of the Voice of Construction, Eddie Sprecco and Dustin Steiner sit down with Lisa Lovelace, Director of Plan Room Services for AGC San Diego, to explore one of the association’s most useful member resources: the Online Plan Room.
Lisa explains how the Plan Room connects contractors with public and commercial construction opportunities, delivers plans, specs, addenda and bid results, and helps members track projects and understand the competition. They also discuss advertising opportunities, the evolution from physical plans to today’s digital platform, and Lisa’s 19 years with AGC. Whether you’re a GC or subcontractor, there’s plenty to discover.
This episode is sponsored by one of your Diamond Sponsors, Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP, your partner in building success on site and in court. Visit ftblaw.com or call 858-737-3100 for more info.
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