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The (Second) Rise of Concrete

The (Second) Rise of Concrete

Update: 2021-05-202
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How did a massive, devastating fire lead to the rebirth of one of our oldest building materials: concrete? Host Kevin O'Connor speaks with author and journalist Vince Beiser and assistant professor of civil and environmental engineering Admir Masic about concrete in the ancient world, how it came into our modern world, and the mystery of why it wasn’t used for a thousand years.

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Bob Chauvin

Must listen for anyone working in the building trades!

Aug 3rd
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