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Think Brick Australia represents the clay brick and paver manufacturers of Australia. We aim to inspire contemporary brick architecture and building design in all areas of the built environment: commercial, residential and landscape. Think Brick Australia continually produce new and updated technical information and industry guidelines for the greater construction community. Facilitating open discussions and interviews with leading industry representatives, Think Brick Australia’s podcast series is an accessible one-stop-shop for anything brick and construction-related in Australia. Think Brick Podcast Website - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/Podcasts Think Brick Australia Technical Resources - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/Technical/Manuals/technical-manuals

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United States

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Think Brick Australia represents the clay brick and paver manufacturers of Australia. We aim to inspire contemporary brick architecture and building design in all areas of the built environment: commercial, residential and landscape. Think Brick Australia continually produce new and updated technical information and industry guidelines for the greater construction community. Facilitating open discussions and interviews with leading industry representatives, Think Brick Australia’s podcast series is an accessible one-stop-shop for anything brick and construction-related in Australia. Think Brick Podcast Website - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/Podcasts Think Brick Australia Technical Resources - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/Technical/Manuals/technical-manuals

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English


Episodes
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Think Brick with Amelia Richardson

8/16/2023
Amelia Richardson is the Technical Manager at Midland Brick, Specialising in process improvements, quality assurance and product development. Amelia is also a board member at Think Brick Australia and holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) at Curtin University. In this episode, your host Cathy Inglis and our special guest, Amelia Richardson have an interesting conversation discussing topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Midland Brick Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @midland_brick on Instagram

Duration:00:17:25

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TechTalk: Brick Paving Part 4

6/19/2023
In this episode, your host Cathy Inglis: Acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team member Jason Mackenzie, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Duration:00:07:09

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Think Brick with Simon Rodrigues

5/31/2023
Simon Rodrigues, director at Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects and has worked across a range of residential, commercial and retail projects. Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects is a highly visible and accessible small practice studio with experience, ability, resources and focus to deliver a wide range of architectural building typologies. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Simon Rodrigues, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

Duration:00:14:41

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Think Brick with Claire Martin

5/22/2023
Claire Martin is a landscape architect and the associate director of OCULUS with experience leading the successful delivery of a range of education, health, cultural, infrastructure and public landscape projects. Claire grew up in the UK, and originally aspired to be a dolphin trainer or archaeologist. She moved to Sydney in the late 1990s after studying English Literature and Fine Art in the UK. Claire studied at Loughborough University from 1991-1992, majoring in Art Foundation Studies and Fine Arts. She then studied at the University of Exeter and completed a Bachelor of Art (English Literature & Fine Art) in 1995. She studied at RMIT University from 2004-2007, earning a Bachelor of Design (Landscape Architecture) with First Class Honours. Whilst studying, she was the co-editor of Kerb, which is an annual, limited release, not-for-profit publication focussing on issues regarding the landscape, urbanism and architectural disciplines and discourses. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Scott Woodward, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: OCULUS Claire Martin Joyce Chapel Bridge The Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

Duration:00:19:40

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TechTalk: Brick Paving Part 3

5/2/2023
In this episode, your host Cathy Inglis: Acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team member Jason Mackenzie, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Duration:00:07:07

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TechTalk: Brick Paving Part 2

5/1/2023
In this episode your host Cathy Inglis, our acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team member Jack Wang, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Duration:00:05:33

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TechTalk: Brick Paving Part 1

4/19/2023
In this episode your host Cathy Inglis, and our Engineering Team Lead at Think Brick Jack Gill, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: AS 4455.2 AS 4456.0 AS 4596 AS 3700 Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook BACK TO ALL

Duration:00:10:29

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Think Brick with Scott Woodward

4/4/2023
Scott woodard is the co-Director of WOWOWA architecture with over 20 years of experience as an architect working with a number of leading firms on a range of public, institutional and urban projects prior to founding WOWOWA. In his role as Project Director for WOWOWA, Scott champions the practices dedicated to quality and design excellence through engaged client and stakeholder relationships. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Scott Woodward, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: WOWOWA Think Brick Awards Scott Woodward Monique Woodward Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

Duration:00:25:51

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TechTalk: Bricks and Carbon Neutrality

3/27/2023
In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest Cathy Inglis, Brickworks General Manager - Technical & Innovation, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Duration:00:13:51

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Think Brick with Neil Cownie

3/19/2023
With more than 35 years experience as an architect, Neil Cownie has reached an enviable point in his career. In 2009, he established his own firm so he could focus on projects that bring him – and his clients – delight and joy. In the earlier part of his career, Neil worked as a director at a major Perth firm, where he was responsible for a range of project types including houses, interiors, multi-unit residences, commercial buildings, hospitality and mixed-use developments, many of them award-winning. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Neil Cownie, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Neil Cownie Architect Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

Duration:00:30:57

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TechTalk: Renovation Considerations

3/13/2023
In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering team member, Nicholas Bannigan, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Duration:00:34:23

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Think Brick with Fooi Ling Khoo

3/5/2023
Fooi is a registered architect and the director of OOF. Before starting her own practice, Fooi worked in award winning architectural practices in Brisbane and Melbourne as well as a short stint in Germany. She has worked on a wild variety of projects ranging from souvlaki shops and bathroom renos to nightclubs, apartment towers, freeway infrastructure and just about anything in between. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Fooi Ling Khoo, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: OOF! Architecture Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @fooilingkhoo on Instagram

Duration:00:44:36

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TechTalk: Hit and Miss Walls - Reinforcement

2/27/2023
Have you listened to our Hit and Miss episode yet? This week we bring you Part 2 which takes you on a deep dive into the reinforcement part of these stunning walls. In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and General Manager, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Architectural Webinar Ep2: Hit and Miss Walls Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals The National Construction Code Australian Building Codes Board Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Duration:00:12:46

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Think Brick with Casey Bryant

2/19/2023
Casey Bryant is architect and Director of TRIAS, a studio founded on three principles: to create buildings that are solid, simple and beautiful. “Sustainability is fundamental to the way that we work. It is not an afterthought, nor a catchphrase, but a motivation to be more clever, more thoughtful, and more intentional with what we build.” In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Casey Bryant, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: TRIAS Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @trias.studio on Instagram

Duration:00:30:37

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TechTalk: Using AS 3700 for Masonry Design

2/12/2023
What is AS 3700 and what does this have to do with masonry design? Tune in to find out! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Jason McKenzie, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals The National Construction Code Australian Building Codes Board Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Duration:00:10:38

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Think Brick with Stephen Neille

2/6/2023
Stephen Neille is a director of Neeson Murcutt + Neille, formerly founding director of Pendal and Neille. Stephen studied at The University of Sydney, graduating with First Class Honours in 1988. He was awarded the RMIT 2007 University Research Prize for his PhD design project focused on the interface between architecture, landscape and spatial perception. Stephen has taught at numerous universities across Australia and is currently an adjunct professor at the University of Technology, Sydney. He is a member of the NSW State Design Review Panel. Stephen is also the founder of art practice SURF. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, David Welsh, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Neeson Murcutt + Neille Pendal and Neille Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neesonmurcuttneille on Instagram

Duration:00:36:27

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TechTalk: Silica Dust Safety

1/22/2023
What is silica dust and why is it so important to learn about the importance of silica dust safety? In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and General Manager, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals The National Construction Code Australian Building Codes Board Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Duration:00:12:07

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Think Brick with David Welsh

1/15/2023
David is a director and co-founder of Welsh + Major, a collaborative architecture practice that began in 2004. The practice has designed many beautiful, distinctive award winning buildings across a range of typologies. He describes his work as modern-ish, a design approach that allows the practice to work within a broad modernist sensibility without being constrained by any dogma of materials or austere functionality. David is a regular contributor to a range of design publications. He has contributed as a jury member to a number of awards programs and is currently an Australian Institute of Architects NSW chapter councillor. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, David Welsh, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Welsh and Major Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @welshandmajor on Instagram

Duration:00:32:48

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TechTalk: Lintels and Shelf Angles

1/8/2023
Ever wondered how masonry walls are supported even when they are more than 10 meters high? Lintels and shelf angles are your answer! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Rahul Elangovan, cover topics such as; This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals The National Construction Code Australian Building Codes Board Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Duration:00:08:53

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Think Brick with Jared Webb

1/1/2023
Jared Webb is a Brisbane-based architect committed to creating well-considered and contextually responsive buildings. With a strong design focus, Jared has more than ten years’ experience across varying typologies including master planning, commercial, retail and adaptive re-use projects. Jared completed his master’s degree in Architecture at QUT in 2014 while working at HEISE as a senior architect’s assistant. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Jared Webb, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as: This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: J.AR Office Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @j.ar.office on Instagram

Duration:00:33:12