In this conversation, I chat with Jess Ward, the founder of Mould Wise, about the vital intersection of health and home environments, particularly focusing on mould exposure and its health implications. Jess Ward shares her personal journey from experiencing severe health issues due to mould exposure to becoming a mould inspector. Our chat covers common misconceptions about mould, the connection between mould exposure and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, and the importance of proper mould remediation. Jess emphasises the need for awareness and education regarding mould-related health issues and the significance of maintaining a healthy home environment.

Show notes can be found here:

In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I have a rambunctious chat with high-performance builders Hamish White and Matt Carland to discuss the intricacies of constructing sustainable homes in Australia.

We delve into the challenges faced in the residential construction industry, the importance of continuous learning, and the need for better education around energy efficiency.

The conversation also touches on the myths surrounding building practices, the significance of Passivhaus certification, and the potential for innovative projects to push the boundaries of construction standards. Ultimately, the episode emphasises that building better is a choice that can lead to healthier living environments.

It is also, so far, the only episode I have had to place the explicit warning on so don't say you weren't warned! Haha a great chat with a couple of fantastic builders who want to see the industry they love rise up. Enjoy!

Show notes can be found here:

https://building-sciology-poddie.podcastpage.io/episode/13-passivhaus-performance-the-power-of-building-science-with-hamish-white-and-matthew-carland

This is the longest episode yet, but it’s worth every minute!

In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I interview Clarence Macalister, a builder and scientist with extensive experience in remediation and condensation management. In our chat we go deep into problems created by moisture and also into roof ventilation, finally an explanation!!

We chat about the nuances of Passivhaus design, the role of sensors in monitoring building conditions, and share case studies of building failures.

Clarence has a huge amount of practical skill and experience we can all learn, from so tune in and put any questions or feedback in the comments!

Show notes can be found here:

https://building-sciology-poddie.podcastpage.io/episode/12-condensation-roof-ventilation-and-building-science-with-clarence-macalister