The Build Up Podcast
Fresh perspectives on politics, building and beyond...presented by the Florida Home Builders Association.
The Build Up Podcast
Latest Episodes
The Build Up Podcast: AI Series Episode 2
In Episode 2 of The Build Up’s three-part series exploring AI in the home building industry, we take a closer look at how artificial intelligence is transforming the construction process, from initial design to the documents that bring a home t...
The Build Up Podcast: AI Series Episode 1
AI is already changing homebuilding, but most builders are still stuck at the edit-email-and-ChatGPT stage. Paul Lopez, COO of NAHB breaks down what that means for an industry that cannot afford to guess wrong, from back-office wins to the next...
The Build Up Podcast With Senator Kathleen Passidomo
In this episode of The Build Up, hosts Ryan Benson and John Riddle sit down in Naples with Senate President Kathleen Passidomo to explore the moments that shaped her path into public service.Passidomo reflects on her time as president o...
The Build Up Podcast with Representative Tiffany Esposito
In this episode, Florida State Representative Tiffany Esposito shares her journey from local business to politics, her experiences in Tallahassee, and insights on policy issues like housing, infrastructure, and data centers. Discover how her ba...
The Build Up Podcast with FHBA Lobbyist, Brendan Burke
Discover the behind-the-scenes process of Florida’s legislative body, straight from FHBA Lobbyist and Advocacy Communications Manager, Brendan Burke. Ryan and John talk to Brendan about how laws are made, the role of lobbyists, comm...