This podcast explores what it really takes to build a healthier home, business, and body—your full nest.
From indoor air quality and sustainable materials to entrepreneurship, nervous system health, and long-term wealth, Science of Building Your Nest breaks down the systems that support a thriving life.
Through real conversations with healers, entrepreneurs and tradesmen, we explore how to live cleaner, breathe better, think clearer, and lead with intention.Because your nest isn’t just where you live—it’s what you build around you and within you.
Ep. 10 – Paul Daniels: Navigating Austin’s Market & Building Authentic Community
What does it take to leave a stable tech career and dive headfirst into real estate? In this in-depth conversation, Paul Daniels of the Daniels Real Estate Team shares the real story behind their bold leap — selling prized cars, cashing out a 401k, and fully committing to building a new life in Austin’s booming market.
Hear how Paul and Lindsey combined their passions for entrepreneurship, community, and connection to create not only a successful real estate business but also thriving local communities around audio and exotic cars.
From navigating Austin’s ever-changing neighborhoods to helping clients find homes that truly fit their lifestyles, Paul offers practical insights and heartfelt advice for buyers, sellers, and anyone chasing a dream.
If you’re ready to be inspired by resilience, authenticity, and the power of community — this conversation is for you.
Connect with Paul & Lindsey Daniels:
Website: danielsteam.com (http://danielsteam.com)
Facebook Groups: Austin Audio Files | Austin Supercars & Exotics
Instagram: @thedanielsteamaustin
Hosted by Keating Kuhn
Gold Eagle Services & Pure Maintenance of Central Tx
Follow on Instagram: @ScienceofBuildingYourNest
Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your individual needs, including in areas such as medical, legal, or financial matters.
18 Jul 2025
Ep. 11 – Matthew Ditlow: From Volume to Vision - A Builder’s Path to Wisdom
Matthew Ditlow has spent the last two decades watching Austin transform - and growing alongside it. In this conversation, he shares how his early work in real estate laid the foundation for a deeper calling: to build homes and businesses centered around trust, communication, and long-term wellbeing. Rather than abandoning his past, Matthew reflects on how each phase - sales, conflict, mentorship, even missteps - gave him tools to build with more intention.
We talk about the shift from transactional thinking to meaningful craftsmanship, the complexity of managing relationships in business, and the influence of family, faith, and design on how he approaches his work today. Matthew also dives into how building science and indoor air quality became central to his company’s mission - not just as technical considerations, but as expressions of care and integrity.
This episode is a conversation about growth without reinvention. It’s about refining your path instead of replacing it, staying rooted in values, and creating something that reflects who you are at every level - from the foundation to the finish.
Connect with Matthew Ditlow:
Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewditlow/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewditlow/)
Hosted by Keating Kuhn
Gold Eagle Services & Pure Maintenance of Central TX
Follow on Instagram: @ScienceofBuildingYourNest
Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your individual needs, including in areas such as medical, legal, or financial matters.
Denise Corbin, owner of Winsupply Austin, discusses the critical role of strong contractor-distributor relationships in improving indoor air quality and building trust with homeowners in this interview episode.
27 Jun 2025
Ep 8. - Raechel Kelley: Matcha, Mindfulness & Meaningful Sips
Raechel Kelley, founder of Siply Tea, discusses how tea can be a grounding ritual rooted in health and sustainability, emphasizing the connection between matcha and mindfulness in this interview with Keating Kuhn.
20 Jun 2025
Ep. 7 - Tom Martin: Disrupting Industries with Milo Insulation and Sorghum-Based Solutions
Founder Tom Martin discusses how Milo Insulation uses sorghum to disrupt industries by offering sustainable, high-performing, and cost-effective plant-based alternatives to petroleum-based materials in this interview episode.
13 Jun 2025
Ep. 6 – Ambrose Francisco: How to Talk HVAC, Build Trust, and Improve Air Quality at Home
Ambrose Francisco discusses HVAC systems, indoor air quality, and serving homeowners through empathy and education in an interview with Keating Kuhn, offering insights into building trust and improving home environments.
6 Jun 2025
Ep. 5 – Harrison Reese: From Scratch to Systems in Fleet Service
Founder Harrison Reese details to host Keating Kuhn how Carbud grew from a solo effort into a growing operation serving Central Texas fleets, offering a real-world look at launching a service business in a high-demand space in this interview.
30 May 2025
Ep. 4 - Dr. Marianne Calvanese: Bridging Psychology with Homeopathy; A New Approach to Healing
Dr. Marianne Calvanese, a naturopathic physician, discusses integrating psychology with homeopathic care to enhance the healing process in this interview episode.
23 May 2025
Ep. 3 - Travis Louie: 15 Years of Honest Building in San Antonio
Travis Louie discusses his fifteen years of construction experience in San Antonio with Keating Kuhn, covering land development, real estate rehabs, and maintaining quality customer service in this interview.
16 May 2025
Ep. 2 – Henry Valles: Sustainable Building, Healthy Homes, and Austin Real Estate
Real Estate professional Henry Valles joins Keating Kuhn to discuss the intersection of Austin real estate, building science, and sustainable materials - with a special focus on hemp-based construction.
Together, they explore how thoughtful design, material selection, and education can transform the way homes are built and lived in. From insulation and indoor air quality to market trends and moisture control, this conversation reveals the value of systems thinking in both construction and real estate.
This episode offers a grounded perspective on creating high-performing, future-ready homes in Central Texas for homeowners, builders, and investors alike.
Connect with our guest:
Instagram: @HenryVallesATX
Hosted by Keating Kuhn
Gold Eagle Services & Pure Maintenance of Central Tx
Follow on Instagram: @ScienceofBuildingYourNest
Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your individual needs, including in areas such as medical, legal, or financial matters.
9 May 2025
Episode #1 - Keating Kuhn and Sean McNinch: Aligning Around Purpose, Education, and Healthy Homes
Two business owners - Keating Kuhn from Gold Eagle Services and Sean McNinch from Pure Maintenance Central TX—sit down to discuss the intersection of HVAC, indoor air quality, and building science. Together, they explore how the design and function of a home directly impact air quality, comfort, and long-term health. From mold remediation and ventilation strategies to insulation, ductwork, and dry fog technology, this conversation offers a practical look at how systems thinking leads to healthier spaces.
Whether you’re a homeowner looking to improve your indoor environment or a professional in the field, this conversation brings insight and clarity to the systems behind the air we breathe.
Connect with Sean:
Website: www.puremaintenancecentraltx.com (http://www.puremaintenancecentraltx.com)
Email: smcninch@goldeagleservices.com (mailto:smcninch@goldeagleservices.com)
Hosted by Keating Kuhn
Gold Eagle Services & Pure Maintenance of Central Tx
Follow on Instagram: @ScienceofBuildingYourNest
Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your individual needs, including in areas such as medical, legal, or financial matters.
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