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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...
Moving the Needle - The Project Data Analytics Hackathons with Martin Paver
S5E115 · 17 Apr 2022 · 1h 13m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed back Martin Paver to discuss what’s been happening in the Project Data Analytics Hackathons Martin is the CEO and Founder of Projecting Success, a consultancy that specialises in leveragin...
Digital Engineering in Construction, Why It Matters with Mathilde Roubille
S6E130 · 14 Aug 2022 · 1h 5m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Mathilde Roubille to talk about Digital Engineering in Construction. There is no standard definition of digital engineering. Essentially it is trying to leverage information, data and tech...
Why we need a Project Data Analytics Task Force with Martin Paver
S3E56 · 14 Feb 2021 · 1h 14m
In this episode, Dale & Val talk to Martin Paver about "Why we need a Project Data Analytics Task Force". Are we ready for a Project Controls revolution? How will Project Data Analytics transform the way we deliver proj...
The 4 Moves in the VUCA World of Projects with Debbie Seunarayan
S4E77 · 11 Jul 2021 · 1h 31m
On this week’s show, we welcomed Debbie Seunarayan to discuss the four moves in the VUCA world of projects. Debbie works with organisations and leadership teams across the world to help them navigate turbulent, volatile...
We're rubbish at promoting the Project profession with Paul Goodge
S6E148 · 19 Dec 2022 · 59m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed back Paul Goodge to discuss why we’re bad at promoting the industry. Paul is internationally regarded as a Programme Management and Change Management specialist. He is noted for his abilit...
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...
Healthy Habits for Busy Project Professionals with Becky Holliday
S9E210 · 17 Dec 2025 · 58m
Dale flies solo (briefly!) to close out 2025 and welcomes first-time podcast guest Becky Holliday - a project manager turned health coach. Becky shares how redundancy in October 2023 became the catalyst for a career pivo...
Insourcing - Bringing Capability In-House with Jo Lucas
S9E207 · 8 Oct 2025 · 59m
In this episode, Val and Dale engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Jo Lucas, exploring the evolving dynamics of insourcing versus outsourcing in organizations. Jo shares insights from her extensive experience,...
AI Revolution - Transforming Project Delivery for the Future with Greg Lawton
S7E162 · 7 Jun 2023 · 1h 20m
In this episode Dale and Val talk to the infamous Greg Lawton about the impact of AI and how it may be used, abused and help enhance our cognitive abilities for real-world practical application. Greg does an incredible j...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The Future of Project Management Technology with Dr Dan Patterson
S4E84 · 29 Aug 2021 · 1h 27m
In this episode, Dale and Val get into project management technology with a man who needs no introduction to the world of project systems, Dr Dan Patterson. Critical Path Methodology (CPM) - getting really long in the to...
What Responsible Project Management is with Dr Karen Thompson, Dr Nigel L. Williams & Dave Corbin
S3E71 · 14 Jun 2021 · 1h 24m
In this episode Dale and Val lift the wrapper on Responsible Project Management, and how we can help support responsible and environmentally aware and conscientious project managers. So what is Responsible Project Manag...
AI Regulation - Navigating the Future of Responsible Innovation with Isabela Parisio
S10E215 · 3 Apr 2026 · 1h 22m
In this episode, Isabela Parisio, a legal expert in AI regulation, shares insights on the challenges and opportunities of regulating artificial intelligence. Topics include regulatory sandboxes, definitions of AI, accoun...
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,...
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...
*Bitesize* S7E160: EVA28 Bridging the Knowing Doing Gap with the Controls to Take Back Control
S7E160 · 14 May 2023 · 24m
In this episode Dale speaks to Steve Wake, Christine McLean and Eddie Obeng to bring you a bitesize episode from the EVA28 conference. The key themes emerging from the various presenters were on how we actively seek to c...
Managing the inhibitors to effective Project Controls with Dr Yakubu Olawale
S6E138 · 16 Oct 2022 · 1h 13m
In this episode Dale and Val speak to Dr Yakubu about his research and book on the subject of inhibitors and enablers. This is a thought-provoking show, breaking down the various elements and factors that contribute to p...
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...
Project Controls Survey & BIM with Bryn Lockett
S2E45 · 15 Nov 2020 · 1h 9m
In this episode Dale and Val talk with the CEO of Logikal, Bryn Locket, about their successful survey series that looks across industry and gauges the maturity of controls, technology and new tools such as 4D planning an...
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...
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...
Best Value Performance Management and Palms Up Approaches with Richard Plumery
S6E132 · 5 Sept 2022 · 1h 7m
In this episode, Val ventures in Han Solo fashion discussing the best value performance metrics approaches with Rich Plumery. Rich provides a non-linear and diverse background with which he credits his understanding of w...
Big Data, AI, Machine Learning with Dr Dan Patterson
S2E33 · 22 Aug 2020 · 2h 8m
In this episode we talk to Dr Dan Patterson about Invention and Innovation. Dr. Dan Patterson is the Chief Design Officer at InEight. In 2018, InEight acquired BASIS, which Dan founded, and he became a member of InEight’...
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 and the Job Market: Myths and Realities with Chirag Shah
S8E200 · 6 Jul 2025 · 1h 15m
Proudly sponsored by Deltek.com In this episode, the hosts celebrate their 200th episode with guest Chirag Shah, discussing the evolving job market, the impact of AI, and the importance of networking and mentorship in c...
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...
Horizon Scanning the Project World
S7E175 · 28 Dec 2023 · 1h 5m
In this conversation, Val and Dale reflect on the key themes and trends in project management in 2023. They discuss the impact of technology on projects, the changing landscape of education and learning, and the value of...
Common mistakes that cause avoidable delays and cost over-runs with Dr Alan Barnard
S6E147 · 13 Dec 2022 · 1h 19m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Dr Alan Barnard to discuss the theory of constraints & decision-making. Dr. Alan Barnard is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, strategy advisor, research scientist, app developer, author, co...
The Philosophy of Project Management: 2nd Innings with Paul Goodge & Warren Beardall
S5E123 · 13 Jun 2022 · 1h 31m
In this week’s pod, we were re-joined by Paul Goodge and Warren for the second innings of the philosophy of Project Management. Paul is internationally regarded as a Programme Management and Change Management specialist....
The Spiritual Project Manager with Ines Lopes
S5E114 · 10 Apr 2022 · 1h 7m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Ines Lopes to discuss The Spiritual Project Manager. Ines fell in love with Project Management at University. So much so that after her Engineering degree she completed an MSc in Strategic...
Can Blockchain improve Project Delivery with Fred Schebesta
S4E98 · 5 Dec 2021 · 1h 12m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Fred Schebesta to talk about whether blockchain can improve project delivery! Fred Schebesta is the epitome of entrepreneurialism. An obsession for hyper success, Fred is passionate about...
Breaking into the job market in the age of AI, with Nick Chizuka
S10E218 · 11 Jun 2026 · 56m
Top of his MBA class at the University of Bath, technically sharp, and still firing out 20 to 30 applications a day with little to show for it. Nick Chizuka joins Dale and Val for an honest conversation about what it tak...
Unmasking Watermelon Projects: How to Achieve True Transparency in Projects with Dave Lockley
S10E213 · 6 Mar 2026 · 45m
In this episode, project delivery expert Dave Lockley shares insights on transforming complex change portfolios into measurable business value, the pitfalls of watermelon projects, and how technology can improve project...
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...
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...
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...
AI in Project Controls: Separating Fact from Fiction with Alan Mosca
S7E153 · 5 Feb 2023 · 1h 6m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed back Alan Mosca to discuss AI in Project Controls – Separating fact from fiction. Alan is the co-founder and CTO of nPlan, where he leads technology, research, and product, whilst developi...
AI in Infrastructure and how it is going to change our cities with Rita Arrigo
S6E146 · 27 Nov 2022 · 1h 15m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Rita Arrigo to discuss AI in Infrastructure and how it is going to change our cities.As a natural storyteller excited by the opportunities the tech world brings, Rita can translate complex...
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...
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...
Organisational Agility as a Strategic Imperative with Tim Creasey
S5E113 · 3 Apr 2022 · 1h 7m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Tim Creasey to discuss Organisational Agility as a Strategic Imperative. Tim Creasey is Prosci’s Chief Innovation Officer and a globally recognized leader in change management. His work fo...
Special Edition - the presenters of EVA26 curated by Steve Wake
S5E111 · 20 Mar 2022 · 2h 22m
In this episode we bring you a special broadcast from EVA26. After almost 3 years absence, EVA curated by Steve Wake returns with a bang and the Project Chatter Podcast's Dale Foong was lucky enough to interview the spea...
Enabling early careers in Project Controls with Michelle Banner & Johnny Shepherd
S5E109 · 8 Mar 2022 · 1h 14m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Michelle Banner and Jonathan Shepherd to talk about enabling early careers in Project Controls. Michelle has more than 20 years of experience in infrastructure, nuclear, utilities, and var...
The Project Controls & Benefits Management Standard with Steve Wake
S5E108 · 27 Feb 2022 · 1h 22m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed back Steve Wake to discuss the Project Controls & Benefits Management Standard. Steve is at the forefront of the development of national and international standards in Project Controls an...
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...
High Performance & Resilience in projects with Dominic Siow
S4E93 · 31 Oct 2021 · 1h 32m
In this week’s pod we welcomed Dominic Siow to talk about performance and resilience in projects. Dominic is co-founder of EQ Strategist, a company with a mission to help create empowering workplaces where people wake up...
Why Independent Project Assurance is Important with Lorraine Humphrey
S4E87 · 19 Sept 2021 · 1h 14m
In this week’s pod we welcomed Lorraine Humphrey to talk about Project Assurance and Risk Management. Lorraine is the interim Director of Risk and Assurance at Transport for London (TFL), a post she has held since April...
How Adaptive Project Management Improves Projects with Gary Wong & Hendrik Lourens
S3E71 · 29 May 2021 · 1h 27m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk about adaptive projects management and how skills and demands are changing, as well as how we should perceive the needs. We talk to Gary Wong and Hendrik Lourens about their vast knowle...
Earned Schedule with creator Walter Lipke
S3E65 · 19 Apr 2021 · 1h 18m
In this episode, Dale and Val get into the geek speak, talking about an additional method to your Earned Value Management methodology. What you may not know is there is a time relative method called Earned Schedule. Val...
Why 88% of Schedules Fail, and What AI Still Can't Fix with Michael Pink
S10E219 · 17 Jun 2026 · 56m
88% of project schedules don't follow best practice. So why are we so keen to feed that data into AI and trust the output? In this episode, Dale and Val are joined by Michael Pink, Founder of SmartPM, for a sharp convers...
Lisa Silander on 30 Years in UK Project Controls
S10E217 · 1 May 2026 · 55m
Dale and Val are joined by Lisa Silander, Global Practice and UK Technical Lead for Project Controls at AtkinsRéalis. With 30 years leading planning and project controls teams across aviation, rail, water, manufacturin...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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 Story Catchers - Capturing & Analysing stories with Susan Rooney-Harding
S6E141 · 31 Oct 2022 · 1h 4m
In this episode, Val caught up with a passionate and dedicated storyteller. The value of stories on projects is immense. As data and technology service the digital position, we still require the breadth, depth and unders...
The Post-Pandemic Job Market in Projects with Chirag Shah
S6E139 · 23 Oct 2022 · 1h 7m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Chirag Shah to discuss the post-pandemic Project Controls job market.Chirag is a passionate Project Controls Recruitment Expert. His mission is to deliver clients the best quality Project...
Does AI & Machine Learning really make a difference with Alan Mosca
S6E134 · 18 Sept 2022 · 1h 35m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Alan Mosca to discuss whether machine learning and AI can really make a difference.Alan is the co-founder and CTO of nPlan, where he leads technology, research, and product, whilst develop...
Creating Value from Adapting Agility to Project Management with Adrian Pyne
S6E128 · 31 Jul 2022 · 1h 13m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Adrian Pyne to discuss what project agility really looks like. Adrian is above all a project professional. He has led or rescued Transformation programmes widely from Telcos to eCommerce,...
Data Design & behavioural Intelligence for Social Purpose and ESG with Kate McAlpine
S5E122 · 5 Jun 2022 · 1h 16m
In this episode Val and our special host guest Jo Lucas, go down the rabbit hole with Kate on many subjects related to her studies and fantastic work to help communities through informal networks and leveraging technolog...
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...
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...
The Philosophy of Project Management with Paul Goodge & Warren Beardall
S4E99 · 12 Dec 2021 · 1h 27m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed back Paul Goodge and Warren Beardall to discuss the philosophy of project management. Paul is internationally regarded as a Programme Management and Change Management specialist. He is no...
Digital Transformation and the differences between PMO and PM with Dr Harris Apostolopolos
S4E93 · 14 Nov 2021 · 1h 15m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk to Dr Harris about the various definitions of Transformation, Digital, PMO and PM. Dr Harris is a visionary strategy executive, author and speaker with two decades of diverse industry e...
Change, Leadership and Inspiration with Matt Levy
S4E94 · 7 Nov 2021 · 53m
In this episode, Dale and Val speak with Matt Levy about his life and experiences leading to him becoming a world champion in life and in projects. This show we delve more into the habits, inspirations and motivations. M...
Crossrail in Review & Systems with Nat Moyes and Richard Palczynski
S3E64 · 11 Apr 2021 · 1h 42m
In this episode, Dale and Val lift the hood on the UK mega program Crossrail with Richard Palczynski and talk about what systems work on mega programs with our good friend Nat Moyes. Crossrail is a railway construction p...
CaSA Digital Community of Practice Fight Night
S10E216 · 22 Apr 2026 · 43m
We recently hosted the Controls and Skills Authority Digital Community of Practice Fight Night in Birmingham. This lively panel debate explores the impact of AI on project delivery, jobs, and industry practices. Experts...
Unlocking the Power of Reality Capture with Derek Lawrence
S9E209 · 5 Dec 2025 · 57m
In this episode, Dale Foong discusses the fascinating world of reality capture with expert Derek Lawrence. They explore Derek's journey into the field, the various applications of reality capture in project management, a...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Enhancing risk maturity in your operating environment with Colin McCorery & Jessie Schilling
S7E171 · 5 Nov 2023 · 1h 19m
In this episode Dale and Val talk about the application and importance of risk in projects and more importantly the maturity, training and development of best risk practices and cultures. Colin is a Risk Management prof...
Projects in Post Production with Rob Farris
S7E165 · 21 Jul 2023 · 1h 34m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk to Rob about the hidden methods, approaches and systems of a post-production world. Whilst it's not our normal 'bread and butter' the amazing world of production is opened up and the sy...
Swimming against the tide The Next Gen PMO with Rupert Taylor
S7E164 · 2 Jul 2023 · 1h 23m
In this episode Dale and Val talk with Rupert about the next generation of PMO, how important the facets of PMO are and why we need to continue to build out these particular skills on projects. Rupert has over 35 years...
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...
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...
Project Controls and Systems Thinking on Heavy Rail with Hezron Ricketts
S7E155 · 6 Mar 2023 · 1h 14m
In this week’s pod, we were re-joined by Hezron Ricketts to discuss Box to Box: the 'Black' boxes of Controls and Systems. Director of PMO Services at CPC Project Services, Hezron has 19 years working in Projects and Pro...
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...
Five Levers for Change with Tony Welch
S6E149 · 27 Dec 2022 · 1h 25m
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Tony Welch to discuss the five levers for change. Following a career in the Royal Navy, Tony has had a wide and varied career in industry, rooted in project controls, assurance and p...
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...
SPECIAL EDITION - EVA27 - Project Performance in Turbulent Times curated by Steve Wake
S6E140 · 27 Oct 2022 · 1h 25m
In this episode, Dale is joined by Marco Frisenda and Jo Lucas as guest hosts to speak with Steve Wake and some of the presenters from EVA27 about Project Performance in Turbulent Times! You'll hear from.. Steve Elliot,...
Embodied Carbon and Transformation with James Bowles and Jo Lucas
S6E135 · 27 Sept 2022 · 1h 16m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk to James and Jo about Zero and the embodied carbon movement to reduce the negative carbon impact the construction industry is having on the current and future climate. The ZERO mission...
Takt Planning on Construction Projects with Spencer Easton
S6E129 · 9 Aug 2022 · 1h 16m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Spencer Easton to discuss Takt Planning on Construction Projects.Spencer has been in the construction industry for 18 years. He is the Co-Founder / Trainer for LeanTakt and a Project Direc...
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...
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...
Risk in endurance events & the relevance to construction with Richard Newey
S5E103 · 13 Feb 2022 · 1h 12m
In this episode, Dale and Val speak to ultra-athlete and risk expert Richard Newey about the parallels of these mentally grueling and extreme endurance events, to projects. Richard takes us through how he copes with endu...
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...
Busting Earned Value Management myths with Richard Logue
S4E97 · 28 Nov 2021 · 1h 3m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Richard Logue to talk about "Busting Earned Value Management Myths"! Richard has worked in Project Controls and Planning for over 30 years, largely in the Transport industry. Richard was p...
Competency-based training, benchmarking with Dr. Paul Giammalvo & Yani Suratman
S4E96 · 21 Nov 2021 · 1h 20m
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Dr Paul Giammalvo and Yani Suratman to talk about competency-based training, benchmarking and being cancelled from Linkedin. Dr Paul is a Senior Technical Advisor (Project Management) to...
Rewilding Organisations & Minimal Interference approach to change with Jo Lucas
S4E92 · 24 Oct 2021 · 1h 20m
In this episode, Dale and Val catch up with Jo Lucas and approach change and organisations in a fascinating and intriguing podcast. Change is amongst us all and how we, therefore, improve or create the right motive for c...
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...
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...
Making law work for the construction & engineering industry with Sarah Schutte
S4E86 · 12 Sept 2021 · 1h 26m
In this week’s pod we welcomed Sarah Schutte to discuss how to make law work for the construction and engineering industry. Sarah is an independent UK-qualified solicitor-advocate and runs her own legal and training cons...
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...
Project management under conditions of inherent uncertainty with Dave Snowden
S5E83 · 22 Aug 2021 · 1h 19m
In this episode, the lads talk to Dave Snowden about his experience and depth of understanding in the fields of knowledge management and complexity theory. Dave is a riveting guest with stories, studies and methods that...
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...
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...
Why Schedule Quality Matters with Martin Murphy
S4E79 · 25 Jul 2021 · 1h 33m
On this week’s pod, we welcomed Martin Murphy to talk about why schedule quality really matters. Martin Murphy has more than 31 years of experience working with multinational companies and participating in high profile i...
How to Sustainably Implement 4D Planning with Kristina Henkai
S4E76 · 4 Jul 2021 · 1h 20m
In this episode, Dale and Val speak to Kristina Henkai about "How to sustainably implement 4D planning". 4D planning has been around for some time yet it has had a slow uptake. Kristina demystifies and explains how 4D pl...
Season 3 Best Podcast Picks and Season Finale!
S3E75 · 27 Jun 2021 · 1h 17m
In this episode, Dale and Val take a trip in time and discuss the most impactful and their best bits from season 3 of the Project Chatter Podcast. They talk about the topics, guests and some new exciting features, additi...
Infrastructure Cost Overruns and How to Avoid Them with John Hollmann
S3E70 · 23 May 2021 · 1h 20m
In this episode Dale and Val talk about cost overruns and risk. Estimating projects can be challenging, but the maturity of contingency, risk and estimate management is considered decades ahead in other sectors, so why n...
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...
NASA Projects with Kenneth Harris II
S3E61 · 21 Mar 2021 · 1h 14m
In this episode, Dale and Val talk with Kenny Harris about his experience joining and working in the engineering and project space on some spectacular and cutting-edge NASA projects. Kenny's Bio:Recently acknowledged by...
How Technology is driving Next-Gen Project Risk Management with Michael Lepage & Nate St. John
S3E55 · 7 Feb 2021 · 1h 24m
In this episode, Dale & Val talk to Michael Lepage & Nate St. John about "How Technology is driving Next-Gen Project Risk Management". Are we ready for advanced technology? Do we have the capabilities, appetite and beha...
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...
Season 1 Wrap Up!
S1E25 · 30 Jun 2020 · 53m
We look back on our debut season and talk about the journey on Project Chatter Podcast. We remind ourselves and listeners about our "why" and give a best bits "highlights reel" of the season before offering a sneak peak...
Women in Leadership Roles & Work Life Balance with Caroline Paterson
S1E19 · 22 May 2020 · 1h 5m
In this episode we're joined by the creative leader Caroline Paterson. We talk about all sorts in this pod! How does one pursue a career and manage a marriage and child. It's hard enough, but when you have ambitions you...
Risk Management on Projects with Risk Expert Paul Mancktelow
S1E14 · 24 Apr 2020 · 1h 10m
Risk management is the process of identifying, assessing and controlling threats to an organisation's capital and earnings. These threats, or risks, could stem from a wide variety of sources, including financial uncertai...