Spec Shaman

About Spec Shaman

The Spec Shaman podcast explores the world of building product manufacturers, architects and engineers, sustainable design, technology and trends. We engage in thought-provoking discussions with renowned experts, industry pioneers, and visionaries who are making a significant impact in the construction industry. Join us as we explore groundbreaking ideas, revolutionary concepts, and the latest advancements shaping the built environment.

Publisher

Spec Shaman

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Jul 2023

Latest episode

14 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

43 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Sept 2026

   Rethinking Rainscreens: Designing High-Performance Facades

   As energy codes and performance expectations continue to evolve, rainscreen design requires a whole-building approach that considers much more than the exterior cladding. This podcast explores how rainscreen assemblies interact with air barriers, structural attachments, and other building envelope components to influence thermal performance, durability, and resilience. Design professionals will examine thermal bridging, attachment frequency, structural loads, and current energy-code considera...

2. 

   2 Jun 2026

   Concrete Under Control: Enhancing Durability and Long-Term Performance

   This podcast examines the role of moisture mitigation in improving the performance, durability, and sustainability of concrete systems. Participants will explore how water vapor transmission affects concrete slabs and contributes to common failures in flooring and coating systems, as well as the associated risks to occupant safety and building performance. The program highlights how integral water vapor reduction admixtures (WVRAs) can be used to control moisture within concrete, reduce the n...

3. 

   13 May 2026

   Planning for Performance: Rethinking Commercial Restroom & Locker Room Design

   This podcast examines how restroom and locker room design impacts building performance, occupant experience, and long-term operations in commercial environments. Through a guided podcast discussion, participants will explore how early design decisions influence layout efficiency, accessibility, material selection, and maintenance outcomes. Key topics include applicable codes and standards, user-centered planning strategies, and material considerations for durability and lifecycle performance....

Who has been a guest on Spec Shaman

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Jeff Surovi
• Jason Foura
• David Price

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 7 / 100

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Quality

15

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

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