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Archispeak Podcast#362 - A Brutal(ist) ReviewIn this thought-provoking episode, Evan and Cormac engage in a spirited critique of "The Brutalist," with an in-depth analysis of cinema through an architect's lens. We explore how architectural principles like clarity, editing, and supporting a core concept apply equally to filmmaking. We discuss the dangers of creative overindulgence and the importance of restraint in both architecture and storytelling.Whether you're interested in film criticism, architectural theory, or simply enjoy hearing passionate professionals analyze creative work, this episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of different art forms.Episode Sponsor - TimberTechDiscover...2025-03-0349 minArchispeak#362 - A Brutal(ist) ReviewIn this thought-provoking episode, Evan and Cormac engage in a spirited critique of "The Brutalist," with an in-depth analysis of cinema through an architect's lens. We explore how architectural principles like clarity, editing, and supporting a core concept apply equally to filmmaking. We discuss the dangers of creative overindulgence and the importance of restraint in both architecture and storytelling.Whether you're interested in film criticism, architectural theory, or simply enjoy hearing passionate professionals analyze creative work, this episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of different art forms.Episode Sponsor - TimberTechDiscover...2025-03-0349 minArchispeak Podcast#359 - Cormac’s Problem with CorbusierIn this episode, we discuss Cormac’s excitement about the Detroit Lions making the playoffs and explore the significant transformation happening in Detroit. We examine how the city's struggles have led to a new era of development and restoration. The main focus of our conversation centers on Le Corbusier and the often-overlooked contributions of his cousin Pierre Jeanneret, who helped make Corb's innovative designs technically feasible. We also announce our new Q&A website, askarchispeak.com, where listeners can submit questions for future episodes.Episode Links:Announcing askarchispeak.com - our new Q&A websiteModern Man by A...2025-01-2746 minArchispeak#359 - Cormac’s Problem with CorbusierIn this episode, we discuss Cormac’s excitement about the Detroit Lions making the playoffs and explore the significant transformation happening in Detroit. We examine how the city's struggles have led to a new era of development and restoration. The main focus of our conversation centers on Le Corbusier and the often-overlooked contributions of his cousin Pierre Jeanneret, who helped make Corb's innovative designs technically feasible. We also announce our new Q&A website, askarchispeak.com, where listeners can submit questions for future episodes.Episode Links:Announcing askarchispeak.com - our new Q&A websiteModern Man by A...2025-01-2746 minArchispeak Podcast#351 - Frank Lloyd GarbageIn this episode, we dive into Cormac’s hoarding tendencies (aka our mutual love for architectural collectibles) by unboxing a special edition set of Frank Lloyd Wright Blackwing pencils, then talk about how to protect these valuable items from children. The conversation then shifts to recent travels, including Cormac’s trip to Baltimore to visit his Johns Hopkins project and for a major office collaboration day. Then it’s Evan’s turn to talk about his recent trip to San Diego for the annual Autodesk University conference. While there he had the chance to visit UC San Diego's Geisel Library...2024-11-111h 02Archispeak#351 - Frank Lloyd GarbageIn this episode, we dive into Cormac’s hoarding tendencies (aka our mutual love for architectural collectibles) by unboxing a special edition set of Frank Lloyd Wright Blackwing pencils, then talk about how to protect these valuable items from children. The conversation then shifts to recent travels, including Cormac’s trip to Baltimore to visit his Johns Hopkins project and for a major office collaboration day. Then it’s Evan’s turn to talk about his recent trip to San Diego for the annual Autodesk University conference. While there he had the chance to visit UC San Diego's Geisel Library...2024-11-111h 02Archispeak Podcast#347 - Evan’s Summer AdventuresJoin us as we discuss Evan’s summer family road trip, loaded with scenic stops, family adventures, and unexpected roadside attractions. And fear not! There is also talk about architectural registration as we share personal experiences about the process of obtaining and maintaining licenses in various states. From navigating NCARB procedures to exploring ghost towns and national parks, this episode is packed with travel stories, practical advice, and a touch of nostalgia. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast or a travel buff, there's something in this episode for you!Episode Links:Badlands National Park...2024-09-1656 minArchispeak#347 - Evan’s Summer AdventuresJoin us as we discuss Evan’s summer family road trip, loaded with scenic stops, family adventures, and unexpected roadside attractions. And fear not! There is also talk about architectural registration as we share personal experiences about the process of obtaining and maintaining licenses in various states. From navigating NCARB procedures to exploring ghost towns and national parks, this episode is packed with travel stories, practical advice, and a touch of nostalgia. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast or a travel buff, there's something in this episode for you!Episode Links:Badlands National Park...2024-09-1656 minArchispeak Podcast#345 - Cormac's Continued Architectural Summer AdventuresJoin us as we dive into Cormac's continued architectural summer adventures. This time he’s exploring the East Coast, Prince Edward Island, and visiting one of his favorite architects in Nova Scotia.Today he tells us about his visits to iconic sites such as Yale's Louis Kahn buildings and Eero Saarinen's hockey arena. Hear about his surprise anniversary trip to Anne of Green Gables locations, and a fanboy moment meeting renowned architect Brian MacKay-Lyons. Along the way, absorb insights into regional architecture, family history research at the Canadian Immigration Museum, and vibrant street life in Quebec City. ...2024-08-211h 00Archispeak#345 - Cormac's Continued Architectural Summer AdventuresJoin us as we dive into Cormac's continued architectural summer adventures. This time he’s exploring the East Coast, Prince Edward Island, and visiting one of his favorite architects in Nova Scotia.Today he tells us about his visits to iconic sites such as Yale's Louis Kahn buildings and Eero Saarinen's hockey arena. Hear about his surprise anniversary trip to Anne of Green Gables locations, and a fanboy moment meeting renowned architect Brian MacKay-Lyons. Along the way, absorb insights into regional architecture, family history research at the Canadian Immigration Museum, and vibrant street life in Quebec City. ...2024-08-211h 00Archispeak Podcast#342 - From Idea to ExecutionEvan is jealous. Cormac recently went on a road trip with special guest Angelo Pirali to explore many (yes many!) remarkable architectural landmarks, and they’re here today to share about it. Key highlights include visits to Cranbrook, the Farnsworth House, Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic homes and buildings (including Taliesn and Johnson Wax), Millennium Park, and much more. The discussion revolves around Angelo and Cormac’s intention of studying these places “from idea to execution”. From historic masterpieces to contemporary projects, this journey provides deep insights into the essence of experiencing architecture.Links and Trip...2024-07-021h 41Archispeak#342 - From Idea to ExecutionEvan is jealous. Cormac recently went on a road trip with special guest Angelo Pirali to explore many (yes many!) remarkable architectural landmarks, and they’re here today to share about it. Key highlights include visits to Cranbrook, the Farnsworth House, Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic homes and buildings (including Taliesn and Johnson Wax), Millennium Park, and much more. The discussion revolves around Angelo and Cormac’s intention of studying these places “from idea to execution”. From historic masterpieces to contemporary projects, this journey provides deep insights into the essence of experiencing architecture.Links and Trip...2024-07-021h 41Archispeak Podcast#341 - The Kevin Bacon of ArchitectureIn this episode, join Evan and Cormac as they reminisce about unique road trips, discuss the importance of taking time off, and share plans for exciting summer adventures. Discover why it's essential to leave the office, explore new destinations, and enrich your life with meaningful experiences.-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com.Support Archispeak by making a donation.2024-06-2435 minArchispeak#341 - The Kevin Bacon of ArchitectureIn this episode, join Evan and Cormac as they reminisce about unique road trips, discuss the importance of taking time off, and share plans for exciting summer adventures. Discover why it's essential to leave the office, explore new destinations, and enrich your life with meaningful experiences.-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com.Support Archispeak by making a donation.2024-06-2435 minArchispeak Podcast#340 - AIA'24 RecapJoin us in this episode as we recount our time at the 2024 AIA Conference on Architecture recently held in Washington DC. We highlight the travel, keynote speakers, the expo hall, the incredible museums, and the architectural community.Episode Links:Mecanoo and OTJ Architects complete renovation of Mies van der Rohe's Martin Luther King Jr Memorial LibrarySteven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (the other Smithsonian air and apace museum)Eero Saarinen's Revolutionary Design of the Dulles AirportSmithsonian Institution, National Portrait Gallery (Architizer)Phil Freelon and the Creation of the National Museum of African American History and CultureNational Museum of Afri...2024-06-171h 17Archispeak#340 - AIA'24 RecapJoin us in this episode as we recount our time at the 2024 AIA Conference on Architecture recently held in Washington DC. We highlight the travel, keynote speakers, the expo hall, the incredible museums, and the architectural community.Episode Links:Mecanoo and OTJ Architects complete renovation of Mies van der Rohe's Martin Luther King Jr Memorial LibrarySteven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (the other Smithsonian air and apace museum)Eero Saarinen's Revolutionary Design of the Dulles AirportSmithsonian Institution, National Portrait Gallery (Architizer)Phil Freelon and the Creation of the National Museum of African American History and CultureNational Museum of Afri...2024-06-171h 17Archispeak Podcast#313 - Cormac Phalen.PDFIn this episode, we kick things off with an unsolicited email that Cormac received inquiring about "just needing some plans drawn up”. Then, we welcome Evan back to the darkside as he rejoins the PC realm, as he dives headlong into the world of Microsoft laptops. This plunge down the Microsoft rabbit hole takes us on a nostalgic journey through the annals of Microsoft history, from the Zune to the Windows Phone. But our trip down memory lane doesn't stop there; we also find ourselves wandering down the Atari trail as we talk about the dawn of computer gaming an...2023-10-161h 01Archispeak#313 - Cormac Phalen.PDFIn this episode, we kick things off with an unsolicited email that Cormac received inquiring about "just needing some plans drawn up”. Then, we welcome Evan back to the darkside as he rejoins the PC realm, as he dives headlong into the world of Microsoft laptops. This plunge down the Microsoft rabbit hole takes us on a nostalgic journey through the annals of Microsoft history, from the Zune to the Windows Phone. But our trip down memory lane doesn't stop there; we also find ourselves wandering down the Atari trail as we talk about the dawn of computer gaming an...2023-10-161h 01Archispeak Podcast#312 - Nerd FestAnger management kicks off our conversation where Cormac gets to deal with infrastructure replacement in his neighborhood and all of the joys that come with it. Evan shares stories about his ride (Ride the Rim) around Crater Lake. Unbeknownst to both of them, the way Evan decided to tackle his ride would foreshadow the ups and downs of their final conversation in which they discuss a code seminar that Cormac attended and how the constraints of the building code cause many ups and downs on a project.Episode linksRide the Rim event website...2023-10-091h 10Archispeak#312 - Nerd FestAnger management kicks off our conversation where Cormac gets to deal with infrastructure replacement in his neighborhood and all of the joys that come with it. Evan shares stories about his ride (Ride the Rim) around Crater Lake. Unbeknownst to both of them, the way Evan decided to tackle his ride would foreshadow the ups and downs of their final conversation in which they discuss a code seminar that Cormac attended and how the constraints of the building code cause many ups and downs on a project.Episode linksRide the Rim event website...2023-10-091h 10Archispeak Podcast#310 - How Do We Manage It? Caffeine!In this episode Evan tells us about “Riding the Rim” which to much of Cormac's chagrin is not an all-you-can-drink margarita bar. We also reminisce about trips to Radio Shack and our first computers, and finally we discuss the insanity of the amount of drawings we tend to submit on a project for agency approvals. Episode linksToo Many Drawings Heading to Permit - Cormac’s InstagramThank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-09-2558 minArchispeak#310 - How Do We Manage It? Caffeine!In this episode Evan tells us about “Riding the Rim” which to much of Cormac's chagrin is not an all-you-can-drink margarita bar. We also reminisce about trips to Radio Shack and our first computers, and finally we discuss the insanity of the amount of drawings we tend to submit on a project for agency approvals. Episode linksToo Many Drawings Heading to Permit - Cormac’s InstagramThank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-09-2558 minArchispeak Podcast#309 - Field-trippin' with FrankTopicIn this episode of the Archispeak podcast, we continue to catch up with FLW and join Cormac as he continues his road trip adventure in search of Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic buildings. However, this time around, Cormac doesn't have to venture far from home as he's uncovered a surprising abundance of Wright's architectural gems right in the heart of the Detroit Metro area. Join Cormac and Evan as they dive deeper into Cormac's summer of architectural exploration.Episode linksWright’s Gregor S. and Elizabeth B. Affleck House-----Th...2023-09-1843 minArchispeak#309 - Field-trippin' with FrankTopicIn this episode of the Archispeak podcast, we continue to catch up with FLW and join Cormac as he continues his road trip adventure in search of Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic buildings. However, this time around, Cormac doesn't have to venture far from home as he's uncovered a surprising abundance of Wright's architectural gems right in the heart of the Detroit Metro area. Join Cormac and Evan as they dive deeper into Cormac's summer of architectural exploration.Episode linksWright’s Gregor S. and Elizabeth B. Affleck House-----Th...2023-09-1843 minArchispeak Podcast#308 - Road-trippin’ with WrightTopicWhen a project shouldn't go wrong… it will. After a brief counseling session we move beyond the trauma and discuss Cormac’s latest architecturally-epic road trip through Wisconsin on the Frank Lloyd Wright Trail.Episode linksWingspread Exterior - Cormac's InstagramWingspread Interior - Cormac's InstagramWingspread WebpageSC Johnson Headquarters and Lab - Cormac's InstagramSC Johnson ToursBurnham Block Stroll - Facebook PostRick’s #keepcudahyfunhouse-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-09-111h 33Archispeak#308 - Road-trippin’ with WrightTopicWhen a project shouldn't go wrong… it will. After a brief counseling session we move beyond the trauma and discuss Cormac’s latest architecturally-epic road trip through Wisconsin on the Frank Lloyd Wright Trail.Episode linksWingspread Exterior - Cormac's InstagramWingspread Interior - Cormac's InstagramWingspread WebpageSC Johnson Headquarters and Lab - Cormac's InstagramSC Johnson ToursBurnham Block Stroll - Facebook PostRick’s #keepcudahyfunhouse-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-09-111h 33Archispeak Podcast#307 - HA HATopicIn this episode we discuss Evan’s earliest of 3D modeling and feeling slighted by Cormac’s reaction to the cutting edge imagery from decades past. Cormac revisits his despair about what he feels is the downfall of architectural magazines and their “content".Episode linksRadial Building - Church of 2000Freedom Tower LawsuitCamden Yards concept stolen/borrowed?Architectural Record still exists-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-09-0444 minArchispeak#307 - HA HATopicIn this episode we discuss Evan’s earliest of 3D modeling and feeling slighted by Cormac’s reaction to the cutting edge imagery from decades past. Cormac revisits his despair about what he feels is the downfall of architectural magazines and their “content".Episode linksRadial Building - Church of 2000Freedom Tower LawsuitCamden Yards concept stolen/borrowed?Architectural Record still exists-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-09-0444 minArchispeak Podcast#303 - The X EpisodeTopicIn this episode, we chat about Twitter rebranding to X, Evan asks Cormac two questions about the potential impact of AI on the architecture profession, and a discussion about the need for firms to embrace technology and the importance of focusing on client experience and innovation to differentiate themselves in a commoditized market.-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-08-0752 minArchispeak#303 - The X EpisodeTopicIn this episode, we chat about Twitter rebranding to X, Evan asks Cormac two questions about the potential impact of AI on the architecture profession, and a discussion about the need for firms to embrace technology and the importance of focusing on client experience and innovation to differentiate themselves in a commoditized market.-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-08-0752 minArchispeak Podcast#302 - We Absolutely Suck At ItTopicIn this episode we discuss Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City, Cormac’s desire to design, own and operate an old timey feeling movie theater, Evan quizzes Cormac on AI and gives him a few what if questions…and at the end of the day we suck at it (but what does that mean?). Episode LinksJ Lab Creative (Instagram)-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-07-3159 minArchispeak#302 - We Absolutely Suck At ItTopicIn this episode we discuss Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City, Cormac’s desire to design, own and operate an old timey feeling movie theater, Evan quizzes Cormac on AI and gives him a few what if questions…and at the end of the day we suck at it (but what does that mean?). Episode LinksJ Lab Creative (Instagram)-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com2023-07-3159 minArchispeak Podcast#300 - Coffee Sketch and Archispeak: A Crossover Episode Without CoffeeTopicA conversation about the use of technology in architecture, including the evolution of tools and the importance of maintaining a creative mindset. The discussion touches on the idea of what constitutes a "sketch" in the modern era, and the potential pitfalls of relying too heavily on technology in the design process. The hosts also offer a glimpse into their own creative processes and the tools they use to bring their ideas to life.Episode linksCoffee Sketch PodcastCoffee Sketch Podcast on YouTube@archy_type on Instagram (Cormac)@falloutstudio on instagram (Jamie)@kurtneiswender on ins...2023-07-171h 35Archispeak#300 - Coffee Sketch and Archispeak: A Crossover Episode Without CoffeeTopicA conversation about the use of technology in architecture, including the evolution of tools and the importance of maintaining a creative mindset. The discussion touches on the idea of what constitutes a "sketch" in the modern era, and the potential pitfalls of relying too heavily on technology in the design process. The hosts also offer a glimpse into their own creative processes and the tools they use to bring their ideas to life.Episode linksCoffee Sketch PodcastCoffee Sketch Podcast on YouTube@archy_type on Instagram (Cormac)@falloutstudio on instagram (Jamie)@kurtneiswender on ins...2023-07-171h 35Archispeak Podcast#293 - Architecture School is ___K__TopicCormac and Evan discuss the importance of understanding the "why" in architecture education how that transitions into a career in architecture. They discuss the desire for students to have a deeper understanding of the practicalities of building design, and the importance of practitioners and academics working together to provide this education. They also touch on the challenges of AI in architecture and the need for frameworks and mentorship to help guide students and young architects.Episode linksSubscribe to the Archispeak YouTube channel and watch this episodeArchitecture School is Broken by Ross Brady (Ar...2023-05-0843 minArchispeak#293 - Architecture School is ___K__TopicCormac and Evan discuss the importance of understanding the "why" in architecture education how that transitions into a career in architecture. They discuss the desire for students to have a deeper understanding of the practicalities of building design, and the importance of practitioners and academics working together to provide this education. They also touch on the challenges of AI in architecture and the need for frameworks and mentorship to help guide students and young architects.Episode linksSubscribe to the Archispeak YouTube channel and watch this episodeArchitecture School is Broken by Ross Brady (Ar...2023-05-0843 min