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Effective stakeholder engagement with Elizabeth Harrin
S4E89 · 3 Oct 2021 · 58m
In this week’s pod we welcomed Elizabeth Harrin to talk about effective stakeholder engagement. Elizabeth Harrin is an author, trainer and mentor who helps people juggle their projects and ditch the overwhelm. She does t...
Strategic Misrepresentation with Roger Garrini
S8E186 · 23 Jun 2024 · 1h 14m
In this episode, Roger Garrini discusses the concept of strategic misrepresentation in projects. Strategic misrepresentation refers to deliberately and systematically distorting or misstating information for strategic pu...
Silent Discussions: Professional Collaboration with Al Simmonite & Alexander Shakespeare
S5E120 · 23 May 2022 · 1h 15m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk to Al Simmonite and Alexander Shakespeare from Advance on what is Professional Collaboration. This touches on a subject close to all of us. When it comes to projects what is needed from...
The Subtle Art of Planning with Micah Piippo
S8E178 · 5 Feb 2024 · 1h 8m
Summary: In this episode, the boys talk to Micah Piippo about the world of planning and scheduling, the importance and respect of planning, the need for more planners and schedulers, and the benefits and opportunities i...
The Importance of Communication with Vinh Giang
S2E49 · 12 Dec 2020 · 1h 9m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk to Vinh Giang about Communication Skills and how to play your voice using the rate of speech, volume, melody, tonality, and the "pause"! Listen as this magician, entrepreneur, and keyno...
The Pros & Cons of Professional Institutions & Associations with Adam Boddison
S8E188 · 26 Nov 2024 · 1h 19m
In this episode, the conversation revolves around the role of professional bodies in project management, particularly focusing on the APM (Association for Project Management). Adam Boddison, the CEO of APM, discusses the...
What is all this AI fuss about? - Tim Creasey
S8E182 · 16 Apr 2024 · 1h 17m
SummaryIn this episode, Dale, Marco, and Tim discuss the impact of AI on change management. They explore the different facets of AI, particularly large language models, and how they can be used to improve communication,...
Turn your Schedule into an Effective Communication Tool with Bojan Tasevski
S5E121 · 29 May 2022 · 1h 4m
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Bojan Tasevski to discuss how to turn your schedule into effective communication and delivery tools.For over 12 years, Bojan Tasevski has been a noteworthy leader in the project mana...
Building a Project Control-Friendly Culture with Rod Whiting
S10E212 · 2 Feb 2026 · 54m
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Dale engages with Rod Whiting, a seasoned expert in project controls, who shares his extensive journey in the field since 1983. Rod discusses the evolution of project contr...
The Art of Complex Change Management with Donnie MacNicol
S4E91 · 17 Oct 2021 · 1h 36m
In this week’s pod we welcomed Donnie MacNicol to talk about the art of complex change management. Donnie is the founder of Team Animation which works across multiple sectors energising leaders and teams delivering compl...
AIPM Presentation 'Disrupting PMO' presented by Val Matthews (bonus episode)
S1E17 · 12 May 2020 · 25m
In this episode Val Matthews had the pleasure of presenting his views on disruptions to PMO and technology advances to the members of AIPM. (Technology), what could it mean to PMO's? A new role for PMO in projects? The A...
COVID-19 Project Communication Tools
S1E11 · 7 Apr 2020 · 35m
Any reference to projectlabs.co or the pmoshow has now been superseded by projectchatterpodcast.com. For more information, blogs, and contact details please visit www.projectchatterpodcast.com. Enjoy the pod… The COVID-1...
AI and Change Management - A New Era with Vincent Marsicano
S10E211 · 17 Jan 2026 · 59m
In this episode of Project Chatter, hosts Dale and Val welcome Vincent Marsicano, CEO of Adopt It, to discuss the intersection of change management and technology. Vincent shares his unique background, which includes a P...
PMO Conference 2024 - Live in Edinburgh
S8E198 · 30 Jan 2025 · 1h 1m
Proudly sponsored by Deltek. In this engaging podcast episode, the hosts introduce their guest, Michael Reinders, who shares his journey into project management and PMO. The conversation explores the evolution of PMO ro...
Engaging the Next Generation of Risk Managers with Seyi Daniyan
S8E197 · 13 Jan 2025 · 1h 17m
This episode proudly sponsored by Deltek. n this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Dale and Martin welcome Seyi Daniyan, a project risk manager, who shares her career journey from chemical engineering to risk mana...
Unlocking the secrets to conferences with Greg Lawton, Olli Wade and Micah Piippo!
S8E192 · 18 Dec 2024 · 46m
In this episode we join forces with the Beyond Deadlines podcast crew recoded live in Washington, DC. We discuss the significance of expos and conferences in the project management field. The boys emphasize the importanc...
ChatGPT Plus for Projects with Lawrence Rowland
S8E176 · 12 Jan 2024 · 1h 24m
Lawrence Rowland discusses the potential of ChatGPT and GPT in project management. He explains the differences between ChatGPT and GPT, highlighting the benefits of ChatGPT+ and the GPT Builder. Lawrence emphasises the i...
Project forecasting is a "wicked problem" with Dr Dan Patterson
S5E112 · 28 Mar 2022 · 1h 0m
In this episode, Dale and Val bring back Dr Dan Patterson to talk about what he has been brewing since their last podcast. Wicked’ problems are problems that cannot be definitely solved – they can only be bettered. Tame...
Blockchain and Carbon: The Future of Project Management with Kevin O'Grady
S9E208 · 3 Nov 2025 · 1h 0m
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Dale welcome Kevin O'Grady, a director at Cognitive, who shares his extensive experience in project management, particularly in the built environment. The conversat...
How to be a World Class Scheduler without opening the Schedule with Micah Piippo
S9E202 · 28 Jul 2025 · 45m
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Dale speaks with Micah Piippo, a leading voice in construction planning and scheduling. They discuss the evolving role of AI in project management, the importance of unders...
Detox Your Culture with Colin D Ellis
S8E191 · 14 Dec 2024 · 1h 6m
In this episode of the Project Chatter Podcast, Dale, Martin and Colin D Ellis discuss the evolving landscape of workplace culture, particularly in the aftermath of COVID-19. They explore the necessity of detoxifying tox...
Antifragile Projects with Georgia Stillwell
S8E181 · 23 Mar 2024 · 1h 2m
In this episode, Val and Dale are joined by guest Georgia Stillwell to discuss anti-fragile projects and risk management in project management. Georgia shares her journey into project management, starting from her fascin...
Making Time for Strategy with Richard Medcalf
S7E163 · 18 Jun 2023 · 1h 10m
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Richard Medcalf to discuss making time for strategy. Richard Medcalf describes himself as "what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor and an...
Project Controls in Design & Engineering stages with Paul Waskett
S6E150 · 30 Dec 2022 · 1h 12m
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Paul Waskett to discuss Project Controls in design and engineering stages. Paul is a Director of Adept Management where he takes responsibility for the development of their Project C...
The Boston Tidal Barrier with Adam Robinson
S5E110 · 13 Mar 2022 · 1h 2m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Adam Robinson to talk about the Boston Barrier. Adam has been working on the Boston Barrier scheme since December 2014, a year after the east coast surge which flooded 800 properties and b...
Replicability of the Montreal REM Model with Riccardo Cosentino
S9E205 · 8 Sept 2025 · 42m
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, hosts Val and Dale engage with Riccardo Cosentino to explore the unique aspects of the REM project in Canada, a public-private partnership (PPP) model that has garnered att...
Contract Alliances - what does it really mean with Ian Quick
S8E196 · 5 Jan 2025 · 51m
This episode is proudly sponsored by Deltek. In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Dale speaks with Ian Quick about his extensive journey in project management, particularly focusing on the concept of allianci...
Why Change Management Matters with Karen Ball
S8E195 · 31 Dec 2024 · 1h 6m
This episode is proudly sponsored by Deltek In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Martin engage with Karen Ball from ProSci to explore the intricacies of change management. They discuss Karen's journey...
Using change ninja skills to manage your life with Tammy Watchorn
S8E189 · 2 Dec 2024 · 1h 3m
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val Matthews speaks with Dr. Tammy Watchhorn about the intersection of change management, emotional intelligence, and neuroscience. They explore how emotions influence our...
The Importance of Modularity, Scalability and Interoperability with Mike Paul
S8E180 · 4 Mar 2024 · 1h 20m
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Dale interview Mike Paul, the Managing Director for InEight for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. They discuss the concepts of modularity, scalability, and inter...
Breaking down the barriers to implementation of good practice with Adrian Dooley
S7E174 · 26 Dec 2023 · 1h 12m
In this episode, Adrian Dooley discusses the barriers to applying good project management practices and the root causes behind them. He highlights the issue of project failure and the need to identify the true causes rat...
newPM - Human-centric data-driven project delivery with Donnie MacNicol and Jonathan Norman
S7E167 · 30 Aug 2023 · 1h 38m
In this episode the fellas talk about the role and future of the newPM and explore how Project Managers will move toward a data-centric project environment and just what does that men for project delivery? Donne and Jona...
The challenges of Project Managing CBTC Technology on Brownfield Railways with Joe Little
S7E166 · 14 Aug 2023 · 1h 6m
In this episode, Dale and (Martin) stepped in to talk with long-time colleague Joe Little about the value and importance of the project management approach for major signalling rail programs. Unlike other fields of proje...
Social Value and Key Project ROI Criteria with Dr Alexia Nalewaik
S5E125 · 5 Jul 2022 · 1h 2m
In this episode Dale and Val talk with Dr Alexia Nalewaik about expanding our social and climate responsibility beyond financial incentives. Noting the influence of projects on local infrastructure, business and environm...
Time Location charting for Linear Projects with Santosh Bhat
S5E124 · 26 Jun 2022 · 1h 10m
In this episode, Martin and Val talk to Santosh Bhat in detail about the lesser-known Time-location method and how it can be applied on projects. The main topics we discussed on the podcast were as follows: Time chain...
Gardeners Not Mechanics: How to cultivate lasting change with Gary Lloyd
S5E107 · 21 Feb 2022 · 1h 11m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Gary Lloyd to discuss how to cultivate lasting change in organisations. Gary has been leading change for the last 25 years as an executive and a consultant. His roles have ranged from cre...
The Problem with NEC contracts with Glenn Hide
S5E104 · 30 Jan 2022 · 1h 0m
In this episode Val and Marco get contractual! Not any contract but the NEC which is widely used in the UK and Europe on major programs. Val and Marco (Dale's handsome gues host) explore the challenges of an NEC contract...
Talking Transport Projects with COO Magda Robertson
S4E102 · 20 Dec 2021 · 1h 6m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk about transport and operations, what's involved and an experiential journey of a woman on the rise in transport with a passion for the industry. There is something for everyone in this...
How to get the best out of your PMO with Lindsay Scott & Eileen Roden
S4E88 · 26 Sept 2021 · 1h 22m
In this week’s pod we welcomed Lindsay Scott and Eileen Roden from the House of PMO to talk about how to get the best out of your PMO teams. Lindsay has a published author, having edited the Handbook of People in Project...
A deep dive into Change Management with Tim Creasey
S4E81 · 8 Aug 2021 · 1h 27m
In this week’s pod, Dale and Val were joined by Tim Creasey for a deep dive into Change Management & Project Management. Marco Frisenda joins us as a guest host. Tim Creasey is Prosci’s Chief Innovation Officer and a glo...
The Positive Project Manager, Lean & Six Sigma with Kasper Dixon
S4E80 · 1 Aug 2021 · 1h 31m
This episode is proudly brought to you by PlanAcademy.com, JustDo.com, and InEight.com. In this week’s pod, we were supposed to speak to Dr. Dan Patterson but unfortunately, he is unwell. In his place, we welcomed Kasper...
Understanding the Complexity of Modern Data Centers with Dr Atif Ansar
S10E214 · 20 Mar 2026 · 57m
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Dale welcome Atif Ansar, co-founder of Foresight, to discuss the rapidly evolving world of data centers. Atif shares insights on the explosive growth and increasing...
AI Revolution in Project Management with Lawrence Rowland
S9E204 · 25 Aug 2025 · 1h 42m
In this episode, the hosts delve into the transformative role of AI in project management, discussing its evolution, practical applications, and the challenges of adoption. They explore the emergence of AI agents, their...
Delivering Projects with a Product Lifecycle Management lens with John Ryan
S9E203 · 11 Aug 2025 · 47m
In this episode of the Project Chatter Podcast, Dale and Martin are joined by John Ryan, a seasoned project director and construction technology leader, to discuss the intricacies of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). J...
The Healing Power of Laughter with Barry Hilton
S9E201 · 11 Jul 2025 · 52m
In this episode, Barry Hilton, a renowned South African comedian, shares his journey through comedy and mental health. He discusses the importance of vulnerability, humor, and resilience in addressing mental health issue...
AI Implications in Construction with Doug Vincent
S8E167 · 30 May 2025 · 1h 3m
Proudly sponsored by Deltek. In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, hosts discuss the implications of AI in project management and construction. Doug Vincent shares insights on how AI can be demystified for clie...
The Impact of Yoga and Fitness on Work Performance with Elise Carbone
S8E194 · 21 Dec 2024 · 1h 5m
This episode is proudly sponsored by Deltek In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, host Dale speaks with Elise Carbone about the impact of yoga and fitness on work performance. Elise shares her personal journey...
Goal Setting with Clement Kwegyir-Afful
S8E187 · 8 Jul 2024 · 1h 14m
In this pod the lads have a conversation that explores the topic of goal setting and its importance in personal and professional development. The guest, Clement Kwegyir-Afful, shares his journey of discovering his purpos...
The Benefits of Diverse Teams in Problem-Solving with Richard Bendall-Jones
S8E185 · 18 Jun 2024 · 1h 17m
In this episode Dale flies solo explores with Richard the importance of diversity and inclusion in organisations and how to approach it effectively. It highlights the pitfalls of mandatory diversity training and the dama...
Carbon, Cash, and Machines with Andrew Langridge
S8E184 · 25 May 2024 · 1h 12m
In this episode, the hosts and guest Andrew Langridge discuss the importance of estimating and tracking carbon in construction projects. Andrew shares his background in estimating and explains the challenges and complexi...
Valuing the Project Timeline with Ali Mafi
S8E179 · 21 Feb 2024 · 1h 27m
In this episode, Val and Dale interview Ali Maffey about project management and the importance of lean thinking. They discuss the challenges of project planning, the role of technology in project management, and the comp...
AI in Project Delivery with James Garner
S8E177 · 24 Jan 2024 · 1h 8m
In this episode, the guest, James Garner, discusses the role of AI in project management and its future implications. He shares his origin story and how he got into the field of AI. The conversation covers the definition...
Barriers to Tech adoption in construction with Sarah Crawley
S7E168 · 2 Oct 2023 · 1h 11m
In this episode the boys talk to Sarah Crawley about the barriers to technology adoption on construction projects. Organisations play a really big part in the sense of they need to recognise that they need multiple stake...
Planning in the Age of AI: Evolving Skills and Competencies for Project Professionals with Michael Lepage & Chirag Shah
S7E161 · 26 May 2023 · 1h 0m
Welcome to another exciting episode! In this edition, Dale engages in a captivating conversation with Michael Lepage & Chirag Shah, discussing the fascinating realm of planning, both in its current state and its future t...
Planning Projects: Past, Present & Future with Micah Piippo
S7E158 · 17 Apr 2023 · 1h 14m
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Micah Piippo to discuss Planning Projects: Past, Present & Future. Micah has spent the last 14 years in Project Controls. While he's performed a wide variety of roles, his passion an...
Streamlining Operations with Agile Controls: The Key to Business-As-Usual Performance with Ellen Mellington
S7E157 · 6 Apr 2023 · 1h 10m
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Ellen Mellington to discuss Streamlining Operations with Agile Controls: The Key to Business-As-Usual Performance. As a transformation and governance leader Ellen has delivered chan...
Navigating the Project Control Landscape: A Journey Through the Decades and Beyond with Shane Forth
S7E156 · 25 Mar 2023 · 1h 17m
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Shane Forth to discuss Navigating the Project Control Landscape: A Journey Through the Decades and Beyond. Shane’s project controls career began on Phillips Petroleum Teesside Oil Te...
EQ, IQ, and MQ: Unlocking Essential Skills with ACostE President Christine McLean
S7E154 · 19 Feb 2023 · 1h 12m
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Christine McLean to discuss EQ, IQ, and MQ: Unlocking the Power of Softer Skills Christine is the newly elected president of the ACostE, the professional home for project controls. S...
Why building cycling cities are so important with Chris Bruntlett
S6E145 · 24 Nov 2022 · 1h 16m
In this episode Val and special co-host Joseph Ballouz talk about connecting and shaping cities with bike and placemaking enthusiast Chris Bruntlett. Chris Bruntlett is Marketing and Communication Manager at the Dutch Cy...
Unlocking Productivity from the Hard Hat Movement with Will Woodhead
S6E144 · 20 Nov 2022 · 1h 9m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Will Woodhead to discuss unlocking productivity from the hardhat movement. Will is an engineer by trade who has spent nearly his entire career to date working overseas. At age 21 he was se...
Alliance Contracting and Critical Chain Synergies with Ian Heptinstall
S6E142 · 6 Nov 2022 · 1h 20m
In this episode Dale and Val discuss with Ian Heptinstall the Alliance contract model and or why it can be used more successfully with a provision of openness, collaboration and behaviours across all sides. In addition w...
Is Quantity Surveying a Dying profession? & Alliance Contracts with Brendan Robinson
S6E137 · 10 Oct 2022 · 1h 2m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Brendan Robinson to discuss whether Quantity Surveying is a dying profession. We also discussed Alliance Contracts.Brendan is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Experienced Commercial Const...
Why Leadership is an Important Skill for Project Controls with Georgie Alderson-Slater & Vikki Rooney
S5E136 · 2 Oct 2022 · 1h 24m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Georgie Alderson-Slater and Vikki Rooney to discuss why Project Controllers struggle to lead. Georgie is a Director for GeoVic Limited, a project controls training and development company...
Ninja Moves on Projects with Dr Tammy Watchorn
S6E131 · 21 Aug 2022 · 1h 6m
In this episode Dale and Val talk with Dr Tammy Watchorn about change management approaches in Tammy's Ninja Moves book release this week https://www.amazon.com/Change-Ninja-Handbook-interactive-adventure/dp/1788603702...
Project Hack15: An Approach to effective Risk Management with Russell Willis & Johnny Hepworth
S6E127 · 10 Jul 2022 · 1h 13m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Russell Willis and Johnny Hepworth to discuss their project from Project Hack 15 – How good is my team at Risk Management?Russell is an infinite Learner with 20+ years of experience in Pro...
Hexi Approach and What it Means to the Cynefin Framework with Dave Snowden
S5E118 · 8 May 2022 · 1h 11m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk to Dave about the additional elements of the Hexi approach and implementation guide for the Cynefin Framework and facilitation in your organisation. Following on from our previous discu...
Career challenges, opportunities and trends - a student's perspective with Magnus Olsen
S5E117 · 1 May 2022 · 1h 18m
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Magnus Olsen to discuss career challenges, opportunities and trends - a student's perspective. Magnus has a background in the science of learning, having been a headmaster for a deca...
Achieving High-Performance Teamwork and Greater Success with Nick Fewings
S5E116 · 27 Apr 2022 · 1h 27m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Nick Fewings to discuss achieving high-performance teamwork and greater success. Nick Fewings, Director of Ngagementworks, calls himself a Teamologist, someone who specialises in the study...
Productivity, Prioritisation & Focus with Nigel Creaser
S5E105 · 6 Feb 2022 · 1h 30m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Nigel Creaser to discuss Productivity, Prioritisation, and Focus. Nigel is a Project Manager from Shropshire in the UK. He has over 25 years in the industry, delivering multi-million-poun...
Delivering Perfect Projects and Why We Make a Mess of Them with Prof. Eddie Obeng
S4E85 · 5 Sept 2021 · 1h 46m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Eddie Obeng to talk about how to deliver perfect, all engaging projects and why we actively and intentionally make a mess of them! Originally from Ghana, Eddie has a background in Chemical...
Why Good Project Planners are like Gold Dust with Sunchana Johnston
S4E82 · 15 Aug 2021 · 1h 19m
This episode it proudly brought to you by JustDo.com, PlanAcademy.com & InEight.com. In this week’s pod, we welcomed Sunchana Johnston. We discussed why good planners are like gold dust. Originally from Croatia, Sunchan...
Capability Partnering, Learning and Application with Michael Chachaty
S3E74 · 20 Jun 2021 · 1h 20m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk about training, learning and capability partnering in projects. As projects become more complex and the need for competency across. many fields increase, we need to look at learning and...
Emphasising Fusion Skills on Projects with Anne Bamford & Steve Wake
S3E68 · 9 May 2021 · 1h 13m
In this episode, Dale and Val take Fusion to the next level with Anne Bamford and Steve Wake. A follow-on from episode 66, Val and Dale lift the hood and really understand how fusion skills, training, and inclusion could...
Utilising Fusion Skills on Projects with Carole Still & Jamie Hannon
S3E66 · 25 Apr 2021 · 1h 12m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk about skills from other professions and how the application of fusing new skills could provide improved ways to manage projects. We're joined by two experts in this field, Carole Still...
6 Maturity Levels of Risk Analysis you need to know with Dr David Hulett
S3E52 · 16 Jan 2021 · 1h 15m
In this episode, Dale & Val talk to Dr. David Hulett about the Journey Map to a more mature Schedule Risk Analysis Process. This episode is in collaboration with the Project Controls Expo where Dr. Hulett will be speakin...
JustDo and Online Task Management with Steven Gurevitz
S2E32 · 19 Aug 2020 · 1h 1m
In this episode, we talk to task guru Steven about task management and how it can be used to move away from traditional forms of communication such as email and excel on projects. Task management is evolving and there ar...
The Attitude Toward PMO
S1E1 · 1 Nov 2019 · 59m
PMO, project behaviour, attitude, project communication
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