Ep. #25: How Better MEP Processes Prevent Costly Rework, Featuring Suzie Engel of MOTZ Engineering
Suzie Engel and Joe Walker discuss the systems that help AEC teams work smarter and deliver stronger outcomes.
Ep. #24: Building Trust and Team Culture in AEC with Matt Webster
Explore how Matt Webster of Sterling Builders Group uses emotional intelligence, transparency, and team culture to drive better AEC project outcomes.
Ep. #23: Designing Flexible Music Facilities for Student Success with UF’s Kevin Robert Orr
Kevin Robert Orr, DMA, Director and Professor at the University of Florida College of the Arts School of Music, joins Walker Architects host Joe Walker for a conversation about how performance spaces shape artistic outcomes.
Ep. #22: Designing the Future of Arts Education and Music Facilities with UF’s Jen Setlow
Joe Walker sits down with Jen Setlow, Interim Dean of the College of the Arts at the University of Florida, to explore how arts education, technology, and purpose-built facilities shape the future of higher education.
Ep #21: Healthier Student Housing with Tracy Steward (CMTA)
Tracy Steward, BSME, MBA, LEED AP, Fitwell Ambassador, and the most award-winning female ASHRAE Technology Award recipient, shares how engineering decisions rooted in wellness, sustainability, and long-term performance can improve comfort, lower operational costs, and create healthier learning environments for students.
Ep #20: Andrew Lauder: Redesigning Agility with AI
AI is more than a buzzword—it’s a business tool with real impact. In this conversation, Joe and LouderAI’s Andrew Louder discuss how people-first AI strategy, clear accountability, and the right tools can help teams move beyond experimentation and into meaningful results. The key: start small, stay intentional, and scale smart.
Ep #19: Frank Moses: The Power of Mentorship and Collaboration in Architecture
Frank Moses, a seasoned mechanical engineer and former managing partner of Moses and Associates, shares his journey from the Navy to building a thriving firm with a people-first approach. He emphasizes the power of mentorship, communication, and designing a business culture that fosters both innovation and collaboration.
Ep #18: Brendan Bowen on Empowering Students Through Technical Education
Today Joe sits down with Brendan Bowen – Senior Executive Director for Capital Planning at Technical College System of Georgia. His organization has impacted over half a million lives by creating alternative career opportunities. Brendan’s personal story that took him from woodworking enthusiast to facilities manager is truly inspiring.
Ep #17: How Core Values Shape Innovation and Success in Workplace Design
Today, Joe and co-host Julie Mitchell talk with Arelis Soto, workplace experience manager for Johnson & Johnson. Arelis talks about how Johnson & Johnson’s design decisions are guided by their mission to create environments that inspire employees and enhance patient care. By concentrating on the real needs of the workplace, the company encourages innovation and teamwork, leading to more meaningful and impactful results for both the team and the people they serve.
Ep #16: Agile Innovations in Design with Dr. Duane Mitchell
Join host Joe Walker and Dr. Duane Mitchell for an uplifting conversation that offers hope and support for those facing or caring for someone with a challenging cancer diagnosis