2022 Housing Developments Podcasts

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Housing Developments is a podcast hosted by NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and NAHB Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin. The two discuss the latest developments in housing and inside NAHB. Topics include housing affordability, housing economics, workforce development issues, the state of the residential construction industry and much more.

Midterm Election Predictions

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Episode 81|34:50|November 03, 2022

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin talk about the upcoming midterm elections and offer their predictions for the balance of power and how it might impact housing. Learn more about voting for housing at nahb.org/vote.

Are 3D-Printed Homes the Next Big Thing?

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Episode 80|25:13|October 21, 2022

Housing Development hosts Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin talk to Black Buffalo, a company focused on manufacturing large-scale 3D printers for use in home building. Listen to find out more about the prospects for widespread use of 3D printers for homes.

Product Showcase: Innovative Offsite Metal Fabrication

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Episode 79|22:00|September 15, 2022

Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin welcome Kevin Harris, Director at AGS Stainless, to discuss the benefits of offsite fabrication for certain metal products and how offsite systems can be used by home builders to help offset skilled labor shortages.

What Adaptive Housing for Veterans Can Teach Us About Universal Design

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Episode 78|24:49|September 01, 2022

Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin welcome Chief of Specially Adapted Housing for the Department of Veterans Affairs, Jason Latona, to discuss his work assisting eligible veterans access housing adaptation grants.

Ready Mixed Concrete CEO Lays Foundation for Sustainability, Affordability

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Episode 77|19:44|August 03, 2022

On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin interview Mike Philipps, CEO of the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association.

Is a Recession Coming?

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Episode 76|18:43|June 27, 2022

Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin welcomes SVP for Public Affairs and Communications Paul Lopez and Chief Economist Rob Dietz to the show to discuss whether a recession is on its way, and the implications of an economic slowdown.

Baseball Lobbyist Weighs in on Primaries and 2022 Elections

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Episode 75|14:43|May 31, 2022

Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin welcome VP of Government Relations for Major League Baseball, Josh Alkin, to the show to discuss primary and election predictions and lobbying strategies.

Lowe’s Pro Offers Insight to the State of the Construction Pro (Part 2)

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Episode 74, part 2|18:55|May 18, 2022

In the second installment of a two-part series with Lowe’s Pros, Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin welcome Jared Gossett of the Building Optimal podcast to discuss the many market forces impacting the home building industry today. Plus, hear a brief discussion of President Biden’s housing plan.

Lowe’s Pro Offers Insight to the State of the Construction Pro (Part 1)

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Episode 74, part 1|16:52|May 13, 2022

Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin welcome Brent Ridley of the Tools Pro podcast, sponsored by Lowe’s, to the show. Hear Brett discuss what home owners are looking for in tools, and what the new generation of home owner is looking for from their builders.

NAHB Legal Team Weighs in on SCOTUS Leak’s Potential Impact on Midterms

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Episode 73|27:59|May 04, 2022

Co-hosts Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin welcome NAHB Chief Legal Officer, Jim Rizzo, to the show to discuss the potential political impacts of the recent Supreme Court document leak.

Buyers and Sellers Share Perspectives on the Housing Market

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Episode 72|37:25|April 22, 2022

Housing Developments hosts Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin sit down with two guests to discuss both sides of the housing market, buyers and sellers, to gain a broader perspective on the issues facing housing.

Building a Culture of Membership

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Episode 71|21:10|March 25, 2022

Jerry and Jim Tobin are joined by NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter to discuss the importance of building and promoting a culture of membership.

Trucking Association CEO Discusses Roadblocks to Supply Chain Crisis

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Episode 70|38:19|March 14, 2022

Chris Spear, CEO of the American Trucking Association, joins Jerry and Jim to discuss the group’s advocacy challenges. Listen to how the ATA is tackling supply chain disruptions, infrastructure policy changes, skilled labor shortages, overregulation, and more.

The Potential Economic Impact of War in Ukraine on Housing

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Epsisode 69|20:46|March 01, 2022

Jerry and Jim welcome NAHB Chief Economist, Dr. Rob Dietz, to discuss current and potential economic impacts on housing brought on by war in Ukraine and associated international sanctions.

The Importance of Digital Storytelling in Home Building

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Epsisode 68|26:05|February 25, 2022

A timely conversation on the importance of integrating customer-centric digital design into builder businesses to prepare for the future, and briefly touch on the impact of the war in Ukraine on the U.S. housing industry.

Forest Alliance CEO Discusses Lumber, Jobs, Climate and More

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Episode 67|23:24|February 18, 2022

The CEO of the National Alliance of Forest Owners, David Tenny, joins Jerry and Jim in a discussion on “working forests” and the benefits they can provide to the country in terms of lumber, jobs, and carbon sequestration.

Retired Admiral Fights New Enemy, the Opioid Crisis

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Episode 66|20:08|February 17, 2022

Retired Navy Admiral and Founder of the SAFE Project, Admiral Sandy Winnefeld, joins Housing Developments to talk about his passion to educate the residential construction industry about the dangers of opioids. Use free resources from NAHB if you think you or anyone on your jobsite might have a problem.

Supply Chain Expert Weighs in on Solutions

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Episode 65|16:35|February 02, 2022

Housing Developments welcomes special guest Ken Pinto, author of “How Much is the Milk?”, a new book on supply chain challenges and solutions for residential construction.

Is Lumber the Best Building Product for the Environment?

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Episode 64|23:48|January 28, 2022

Special guest Jackson Morill of the American Wood Council discusses how building material choices can impact the environment and specifically how wood might have an answer to climate change concerns.

Local HBA Leader Espouses Value of Membership

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Episode 63|16:56|January 21, 2022

Gretchen Gutierrez, Executive Officer of the Desert Valley Builders’ Association in Palm Desert, Calif., joins Jerry and Jim to discuss the value of being an affiliated local within the NAHB Federation.

Award-Winning Home Builder Previews Her IBS Presentations

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Episode 62|21:32|January 14, 2022

Alaina Money-Garman, founder and CEO of Garman Homes in Raleigh, N.C., discusses how founding her business in 2008 helped her prepare for the challenges brought on by COVID-19 and her philosophy for building an award-winning business. Money-Garman is a featured speaker at the 2022 International Builders’ Show.

2022 Economic Outlook with NAHB Chief Economist

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Episode 61|20:21|January 06, 2022

On the first Housing Developments episode of 2022, NAHB Chief Economist Rob Dietz provides his anticipated economic outlook for the year ahead.