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Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidConstruction Contract Basics: What to Check Before You SignThat construction contract sitting on your kitchen table is the single most important document in your entire project. You've earned your way to this moment—months in design, weeks comparing bids, careful contractor selection. Now there's just one piece of paper between you and breaking ground. After 35+ years as a residential construction expert, Bill Reid has seen what goes wrong when homeowners treat this signing moment as a formality instead of the protection it's meant to be.WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVERIn this episode, Bill slows down the contract signing moment and walks you through three cr...
2026-05-3025 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidFixed Price Contracting: 4 Components That Decide Your BudgetFixed Price Contracting: The Well-Marked Trail to Construction CertaintyThis is the fourth and final episode of the Contracting Methods series. If you've been following along since Episode 55, you now have a complete education in the two primary ways residential construction gets contracted—cost plus and fixed price. Today we're walking the fixed price path from proposal to punch list.Get Your Fixed Price Readiness Tool Today for FreeWhat Fixed Price Actually MeansFixed price contracting means one number locked in exchange for a defined scope of work. The contractor ca...
2026-05-2339 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidCost Plus Contract Protection: The 4-Part System That SavesPart two of the Cost Plus Contract series delivers the structure that prevents $100K+ overruns. If you caught Episode 56 last week, you know Cost Plus is when your contractor gets reimbursed for every cost plus profit margin on top—and it only works for three kinds of homeowners: the very experienced, the truly indifferent to total cost, or someone working with a great craftsman who's horrible at bookkeeping.Get your Cost -Plus Protection Checklist - For Free!If you went through the seven questions at the end of Episode 56 and your answer was walk away, yo...
2026-05-1647 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidCost Plus Contract Explained: 3 Types + California LawA cost plus contract means your contractor gets reimbursed for every project cost plus a profit margin — but it comes in three flavors, and the structural differences determine who carries the financial risk.Download Your Free Cost-Plus Reality Check ToolBill Reid explains cost plus percentage (most dangerous for homeowners), cost plus fixed fee (better protection), and cost plus with guaranteed maximum price (safest hybrid). You'll discover why California banned pure cost plus contracts for residential remodels under Business and Professions Code 7159.5, the industry-standard markup range (15-25%, or $75K-$125K on a $500K project), and th...
2026-05-0940 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidCost Plus vs Fixed Price — Which Contract Protects You?Cost plus or fixed price? It's the question your contractor asks just before you sign — and most homeowners walk into the answer blind. Episode 55 launches a brand-new sub-series inside the World of Construction playlist: Contracting Methods. And this first episode lays the foundation everything else will build on.Get Your Free Contract Decision ToolIn plain English, Bill Reid breaks down what cost plus actually means, what fixed price actually means, and why this conversation is really about risk — not price. You'll meet the risk pendulum, the visual model that explains where every contract method sits...
2026-05-0241 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidHow to Choose a Contractor — The Scorecard That Gets It RightHow to choose a contractor from three bids using a 7-category weighted scorecard — the same methodology commercial developers use on multi-million-dollar projects, adapted for homeowners.Get Your Free Contractor Scorecard Tool! Most homeowners get contractor selection completely backwards — and they do not realize it until the project goes sideways or the change orders start arriving. Knowing how to choose a contractor the right way means separating objective evidence from emotional bias before the final call is made. That is what Episode 54 is built to do.In Episode 54 of Your Home Building Coach, Bill Reid...
2026-04-2533 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Bid Package: What to Actually Send Contractors When You Need EstimatesSeason 2 of Your Home Building Coach is underway — and the bid package for home construction is where it begins.If you’re heading into the estimating phase of your custom home build or major renovation, this is the episode you need before you send a single document to a contractor. Most homeowners think the estimating process is simple: hand over the plans, wait for numbers, and pick the lowest bid. In this episode, Your Home Building Coach Bill Reid explains why that approach produces chaos — and what to do instead.The bid package for home constr...
2026-04-1851 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidWhy Your Contractor Bids Look Nothing Alike and How to Fix ItYou've done the hard work. You've gone through design, you've got a plan set you're proud of, and you've sent it to three contractors. The estimates come back: $510,000. $680,000. $820,000.Are they looking at the same house?This is one of the most common homeowner pain points in home building — and Episode 52 solves it completely. Bill Reid, Your Home Building Coach with 35+ years of residential construction experience, breaks down why contractor bids vary so dramatically and reveals the professional tool that fixes it: the Work Breakdown Structure.Instead of accepting bids in whatever format each co...
2026-04-1137 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidBudget Checkpoint or Formal Estimate — What You Need Right NowConstruction budget checkpoint vs. formal estimate — do you know which one applies to your project right now? If you've been in the design process for a few months and you're starting to wonder whether you can actually afford what's being designed, this episode is the system you've been missing.Most homeowners think knowing what their project costs is a yes-or-no proposition. It isn't. Cost clarity moves through four distinct stages, from your initial gut feeling to a locked contractor estimate. In Episode 51 of The Awakened Homeowner, Bill Reid breaks down where most homeowners get stuck — and the two...
2026-04-0440 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidYour First Contractor Estimate: What It Is, Who Gets It, and Why Your Plans Are the KeyLearning how to get a contractor estimate that’s accurate — one that actually reflects the real cost of your project — starts with understanding something most homeowners don’t know until they’ve been through the process: your plans are the key. The quality of your construction documents is the single most important variable you control in the entire estimating process.Episode 50 opens the Estimating Your Project Cost series, and we’re starting at the very beginning. Bill Reid walks through what a contractor estimate actually is (and how it’s fundamentally different from your budget), the contractor estimate vs. b...
2026-03-2839 min
The Clarke County Democrat PodcastJames Lamar ReidJames Lamar Reid passed away peacefully March 17, 2026, at the age of 82. He was born Dec. 4, 1943, in Grove Hill to the late William Vernon Reid and Essie Coats Reid. Reid is survived by his wife of 60 years, Evelyn Ann Brown Reid; his son, James Lamar Reid Jr. (Debbie); and his grandchildren, Anna Challacombe (Ryan), Ethan Reid and Dalton Reid (Melissa). He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Darren Reid, and his brother, Herman Floyd Reid. He graduated from Clarke County High School in 1961, where he played basketball and baseball. He often shared...Article Link
2026-03-2502 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidWhy Your Contractor Bid Looks So High — And Why That's Actually GoodThe bid lands in your inbox and the number stops you cold. What is all that markup? Where does it actually go? Is your contractor getting rich on your project? These are the questions almost every homeowner asks — and almost no content answers honestly, from the inside.In Episode 49 of The Awakened Homeowner, Bill Reid does what he does best: translates 35+ years of residential construction experience into knowledge that protects homeowners. Today's subject is contractor markup — what it is, what it covers, and why understanding it is one of the most powerful skills you can develop before sign...
2026-03-2139 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidHow to Hire a Contractor - What They’re Really ThinkingKnowing how to hire a contractor means understanding something most homeowners never see: the unspoken assessment that begins the moment a professional walks through your door. Before a contractor has said a word, they’re already reading the signals you’re sending — about how prepared you are, what you value, how many other bids you’re collecting, and whether your project is worth their best effort.In Episode 48 of Your Home Building Coach, Bill Reid is joined by Enrique Guzman, principal designer and owner of Contexto Landscape Design Build on California’s Central Coast. Enrique is a Cal Poly S...
2026-03-1459 min
The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and NeuroscienceThe Art and Craft of TV Drama with Aaron Tracy: Part Two - ReduxIn anticipation of the third part in our series!
Yale educator and TV writer/producer, Aaron Tracy, returns to chat with me about surviving the WGA writer’s strike, finally teaching the podcast at Yale, and his latest audio thriller on Audible, Nowhere Man, starring Lee Pace and Zosia Mamet.
Aaron Tracy also teaches “The Art and Craft of Television Drama” at Yale University, and his TV credits include Law & Order: SVU, Fairly Legal, The Tap, and Sequestered, a serialized thriller that ran two seasons, for which he was Creator and Executive Producer.
He is a...
2026-03-1241 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidBuilding Your Dream Home Starts With a Quality TeamDiscover the 3-layer contractor team framework and the exact 3 interview questions that reveal quality teams.When you hire a contractor, you're not hiring one person—you're hiring an entire team. Your contractor is the orchestrator. The employees, subcontractors, and suppliers are the musicians. The strength of those relationships directly impacts your project timeline and quality.In Episode 47 of Your Home Building Coach, Bill Reid reveals the 3-layer framework of quality contractor teams and shares the exact 3 interview questions that tell you whether a contractor has actually built a quality team or just maintains a phone li...
2026-03-0721 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidWhat Are You Really Paying a General Contractor ForGeneral contractor project management is what you're really paying for — and most homeowners don't realize it until a project starts to go sideways.In this episode of Your Home Building Coach, Bill Reid goes deep on the first two pillars of what makes a great general contractor: expertise and project management. This is Episode 46 in the World of Construction series, building on Episode 45's introduction to contractor types and the Fred vs. Ace framework. If you haven't listened to Episode 45 yet, go back and do that first — it sets the foundation for everything covered here.The...
2026-02-2836 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidWho Is Your General Contractor, Really?Understanding how to hire a general contractor is one of the most important steps you can take before breaking ground on any custom home or major remodel. Yet most homeowners walk into this decision without knowing what a GC actually does, the different types that exist, or the verification steps that protect them from costly — and sometimes legally dangerous — mistakes.In Episode 45 of Your Home Building Coach, Bill Reid pulls back the curtain on the contractor world. You'll discover the two types of contractors (GC vs. subcontractor), learn about the remarkable 'mental build' your GC performs before ever...
2026-02-2127 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe $100K Property Mistake (and How to Avoid It) with Don HealyProperty due diligence for home building is the single most important step that protects your investment—yet most homeowners skip it entirely. The cost? $80,000 to $150,000+ in devastating surprises that turn dream projects into nightmares.In this episode, I'm joined by Don Healy, founder of Sand and Sage Solutions and creator of Parcel Reports. With over 20 years of experience in construction operations, engineering, and site development, Don has made it his mission to help homeowners make informed decisions before building or buying property.After completing our intensive 10-episode Understanding Design Limitations Series, I knew homeowners needed a...
2026-02-1455 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidGuided vs. Self-Guided: Choosing Your Construction Path (Part 2)In last week's Episode 42, we explored the guided path—what the construction industry calls design-build. One integrated team handles your entire journey from concept to completion, providing streamlined coordination and built-in accountability.Today in Episode 43, we're examining the alternative when comparing traditional construction vs design build: the self-guided path, where you plan your own journey, coordinate your own team, and manage every aspect yourself.Think of it like travel planning. The guided path is booking with a travel company that arranges everything. The self-guided path is researching your own flights, booking your own hotels, mapping yo...
2026-02-071h 05
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterRolando ReidIn this episode of The Truth In This Art, the guest is Rolando Reid!Who is Rolando Reid: A 2016 Morgan State graduate and two-time Olympian with Jamaica’s four-man bobsled team—Beijing 2022 and the current 2026 Winter Olympics—making him the first Morgan athlete to compete in the Winter Games.In our conversation, Reid looks back on winning gold with Morgan State’s 1,600-meter relay at the 2015 MEAC championships, then breaks down the jump from track to bobsled—explosive starts, speed on ice, and learning the sled as a team. He talks trust and roles in a four...
2026-02-0553 min
The Joy Reid ShowThe 100th Black History Month In Nightmare America | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!On tonight's episode of The Joy Reid Show, we celebrate the 100th
anniversary of Black History Month. Our coverage includes the unfolding
Pam Bondi assault on the First Amendment as yet another person has been
indicted: the young man who had helped Don Lemon coordinate his coverage of the Minnesota church protest. We also speak to journalist Paola
Ramos as well as a former border patrol agent, Raul Rodriguez, to try and unpack why Latino federal agents over-police their own. And, of course, as its Moral Monday, friend of the show Bishop William Barber comes to preach the house...
2026-02-032h 10
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidTravel Guide or DIY Trip? Choosing Between Design Build & Traditional PlanningEpisode 42: Design Build Construction Process - Complete GuideWhat does "design build" actually mean? Should you choose it for YOUR project?The design build construction process = one company handles both design and construction under single contract. Benefits: built-in accountability, budget alignment from day one, seamless coordination. Trade-offs: no competitive bidding, less control, high trust requirement.You'll Discover: ✅ What design build really is (plain English) ✅ Design build vs traditional construction ✅ When it prevents $200K+ budget disasters ✅ When it's the WRONG choice ✅ How to spot fake design build companies ✅ 5-question self-assessment frameworkPerfect For: Homeown...
2026-01-311h 04
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe 50 Percent Rule Home Renovation: When Your Remodel Becomes "New Construction"The 50 percent rule home renovation is the expensive surprise that derails thousands of renovation projects every year. Homeowners invest in beautiful designs, fall in love with their plans, submit for permits—and then discover their remodel has been reclassified as "new construction," triggering full code compliance that adds $75,000-$150,000+ to the budget.This scenario is devastating. But it's also completely avoidable if you understand project classification BEFORE you design.I'm Bill Reid, Your Home Building Coach, and this is Episode 41—the finale of our Understanding Design Limitations series. Over the past 11 episodes (31-41), we've covered ever...
2026-01-2434 min
William Ramsey InvestigatesThe Real "Satanic Panic" Story: Documenting the Reality of Occult Crime and Ritual Abuse with Gregory R. Reid.The Real "Satanic Panic" Story: Documenting the Reality of Occult Crime and Ritual Abuse, the New Book by Author Gregory R. Reid.Author Website:https://gregoryreid.com/Author Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/extreme-times-truth-in-the-shadowlands/id1791024877Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/william-ramsey-investigates--1898073/support.
2026-01-211h 01
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidBalance Your Project Budget: The Investment Method That Aligns Dreams with RealityEvery successful home project requires balancing three critical elements that most homeowners never properly align: your investment goal (what you're comfortable investing), your construction budget (what building actually costs), and your dream vision (what you want to create).Get these three elements balanced before design begins, and you're positioned to achieve your goals within financial reality. Miss this balancing act, and you're headed for the devastating quarter-million dollar wake-up call that derails projects before construction even starts.After 35+ years coordinating residential construction projects, I've watched homeowners make the same heartbreaking mistake over and over: They...
2026-01-1745 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Planning Advantage Successful Homeowners UseIt's January. Most homeowners are scrolling through Pinterest dreaming about their future renovation project, thinking "I'll deal with this when spring comes." Meanwhile, smart homeowners are using these quiet winter months to do something that will give them a massive advantage: home renovation planning.📋 FREE Planning Workbook (mentioned in this episode) Download at: the-awakened-homeowner.kit.com/planning-workbookHere's what most people don't realize. When spring arrives and everyone starts calling architects and contractors at the same time, the best professionals are already booked solid. Good architects may be scheduling consultations 3-6 months out. Reputable contractors hav...
2026-01-101h 08
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidLove Thy Neighbor? They're About to Control Your Home Design (HOA Edition)There's a whole new meaning to the phrase "love thy neighbor" when it comes to building or remodeling your home. If you're in a Homeowners Association (HOA), your neighbors are going to help you decide how your home looks. And yes, they have legal authority to do so.Through design review committees and architectural review boards, HOAs exercise significant control over everything from your home's exterior colors to window styles to landscaping choices. After 35+ years in residential construction, I've watched hundreds of homeowners learn this lesson the hard way - through denied applications, expensive redesigns, and months...
2026-01-0352 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidWhy Height Restrictions Are Trickier Than You ThinkHeight restrictions for home building seem straightforward until you're the homeowner who discovers mid-design that your dream two-story home exceeds limits because your driveway slopes up from the street. That's not a hypothetical scenario—it's a common, expensive surprise that costs homeowners thousands in redesign fees and compromised visions.In this episode of Your Home Building Coach, Bill Reid reveals why "your home can be 30 feet tall" is far more complex than it sounds. The challenge isn't the number—it's understanding where cities start measuring and where they end, and how those methodologies vary dramatically between jurisdictions.
2025-12-2733 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Coverage Squeeze: How Patios and Sheds Limit Your Building PlansBefore you invest thousands in architectural plans for that dream addition, covered patio, or backyard ADU, there's a critical pair of restrictions you need to understand: lot coverage requirements and impervious surface limitations. These two rules work together to limit not just how much you can build, but also how much of your property can be paved or covered—and most homeowners don't discover them until it's devastatingly late in the design process.In Episode 36 of The Awakened Homeowner podcast, Bill Reid continues the Understanding Design Limitations series by exposing how lot coverage and impervious coverage can sh...
2025-12-2032 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Invisible Land Restrictions: Why Property Easements Can Make Your Lot UnbuildableYou can check out the companion video here REAL PROPERTY EASEMENT EXAMPLES: How a 2-Acre Lot Lost Half Its Buildable Areahttps://youtu.be/WTJLeb2OGGMWhen you purchase property for your dream home, what you see is definitely not what you get. Property easements home building restrictions are legally binding rights that allow others—utility companies, neighbors, government entities, conservation organizations—to use specific portions of your land for designated purposes. You own the property, you pay the taxes, but someone else has legal rights that restrict where and what you can build.In...
2025-12-1346 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Squeeze: Why Your Dream Lot Is Smaller Than You ThinkWhen you stand on a piece of land you're considering buying, your perception is almost certainly wrong. Without knowing exactly where property lines fall, you might be admiring your future neighbor's lot while assuming it's yours. Property setback requirements for home building create invisible boundaries that can reduce your buildable area by 40-50%—and Bill Reid calls this episode "The Squeeze" for exactly that reason.In Episode 34 of The Awakened Homeowner podcast, continuing our Understanding Design Limitations series, Bill reveals how setbacks and easements transform what looks like a spacious lot into a surprisingly tight building envelope. Us...
2025-12-0650 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Hidden Rule That Just Cost a Couple $8,000 (Floor Area Ratio Exposed)Floor area ratio (FAR) is the master rule that determines exactly how big your home can actually be—and most homeowners don't discover it until they're facing expensive redesigns or permit denials. This episode exposes the hidden complexities of FAR calculations and provides a proven action plan to avoid the costly surprises that plague unprepared homeowners.Bill Reid shares the real story of a Bay Area couple who calculated they had room for a 3,200-square-foot home, only to discover during permit review their actual FAR was 63%—massively over the 45% maximum allowed. The damage: $8,000 in redesign fees, three mont...
2025-11-2959 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidMaster Your Zoning Code: The Smart Homeowner's Guide to Building SuccessMaster your zoning code and municipal regulations to become the informed, empowered homeowner who builds with confidence and success. In this foundational episode launching the Understanding Design Limitations series, Bill Reid reveals how smart homeowners research zoning regulations and building codes BEFORE purchasing property or beginning design—positioning themselves for creative freedom within a clear regulatory framework.Your property's zoning designation isn't a restriction to fear—it's a roadmap to understand. When you master zoning code requirements for custom home construction, you gain the knowledge advantage that transforms you from uncertain buyer into confident decision-maker who evaluates prop...
2025-11-2229 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidProperty Evaluation Before Buying Land (Understanding Design Limitations Series Launch)Episode Title: Understanding Design Limitations EP31: Property Evaluation Before Buying LandEpisode Number: 31Duration: Approximately 58 minutesRelease Date: 11/15/25You've found it. The perfect property. The view takes your breath away. The location feels right. Your heart is racing, and you're ready to make an offer.But before you sign anything, before you let emotion drive a $500,000 decision, there's one critical step you absolutely cannot skip: professional property evaluation before buying land.Welcome to Episode 31 and the launch of our comprehensive 11-part series: Understanding Design Limitations. Over the...
2025-11-1556 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidHome Renovation Planning Mistakes: Tale of Two Homeowners Complete StoryTwo couples bought neighboring lots same day. One finished in 12 months on budget. Other still incomplete 18+ months later, $150K+ over. Complete story of how planning mistakes destroyed dreams while proper methodology created success.What separates a dream home success story from a $150,000+ construction nightmare? Two couples discovered their answer on the same beautiful summer evening.After 29 episodes of using Ben and Jane versus the McMillans as teaching examples, I'm finally telling you the complete Tale of Two Homeowners—the full narrative of how home renovation planning mistakes compound into disasters, and how proper methodology creates sm...
2025-11-0826 min
The Joy Reid ShowA Moral Monday: Let Them Eat Cake! | The Joy Reid Show LIVE! Nov 03, 2025 EpisodeOn tonight's Moral Monday episode, we talk about the Great Disparity, between Trump and his fellow billionaire haves, and the have nothings; including those losing healthcare, jobs, farms, and now SNAP, under his control. We discuss Trump's heavily edited 60 Minutes interview and Paramount/CBS' moves to cut out the embarrassing parts; Trump's lavish Great Gatsby ball on the eve of 42 million Americans losing SNAP, and the lies that keep poor white people poor and not voting. Our guests include Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, sho served as Administrator for Medicaid & Medicare Services during the Biden administration, Kica Matos, President of the National...
2025-11-042h 04Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidArchitect Fee Structures for Home Building: 3 Payment Methods to Protect Your BudgetUnderstanding architect fee structures for home building is the difference between a dream project and a financial nightmare. The design agreement you sign with your architect might be the most important financial decision you make in your entire construction or remodeling project—yet most homeowners don't even know there are different types of architect fee structures.You've probably heard horror stories about design fees spiraling out of control. Or maybe you've seen social media posts where someone brags about getting their plans for dirt cheap. Here's the truth: Both scenarios usually result from choosing the wrong type of...
2025-11-011h 01Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidWhen to Hire Your Contractor: The 3 Risk Profiles That Protect Your ProjectYour construction documents are complete. You've reviewed them. You've approved them. Now you face a critical strategic decision: When do you hire your contractor? When do you submit for building permits? Does the order matter?This isn't just paperwork and scheduling—this timing decision affects your project timeline, budget certainty, and financial risk in profound ways. Get it right, and you'll break ground with complete cost certainty and zero financial exposure. Get it wrong, and you could waste thousands on permits for a project you can't afford to build.For years, homeowners have made this de...
2025-10-2549 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidConstruction Documents Home Building: Your Last $50K Checkpoint Before Breaking GroundConstruction documents home building isn't just about getting building permit plans approved - it's your last line of defense against $50,000+ in change orders and months of construction delays that plague so many projects.In this comprehensive 65-minute episode, Your Home Building Coach Bill Reid reveals the critical difference between design plans and construction documents, why incomplete specifications are the #1 source of budget overruns, and your essential role as the final checkpoint before breaking ground.Most homeowners think construction documents are simply "cleaned-up design plans" for the building department. But complete construction documents include 7 major components...
2025-10-181h 07
BLACK VIRGINIA NEWSEP64 - An Analysis of Virginia House Races with Fergie Reid, Jr.EP64 - An Analysis of Virginia House Races with Fergie Reid, Jr. The 2025 race for control of the Virginia House of Delegates will serve as a barometer on the mood of the country and the policies of Donald Trump. Fergie Reid, Jr., the son William Ferguson Reid, the first Black person to be elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 1968, will discuss House races and the current political mood in Virginia less than three weeks from Election Day. Fergie Reid, Jr. can be found on Blue Sky and twitter (twitter is the real name) at 90for90...
2025-10-1618 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidHome Renovation Planning Guide: The 3-Component Specification System That Prevents Cost DisastersHome renovation planning guide strategies fall apart without comprehensive specifications—and that's why 90% of construction projects exceed budgets and face delays. In this essential episode, Your Home Building Coach Bill Reid reveals the three-component specification system that transforms vague architectural plans into crystal-clear construction instructions, preventing expensive contractor assumptions and change order nightmares.Most homeowners believe beautiful architectural plans are enough. They invest months in design development with architects and interior designers, only to discover during construction that critical details were never documented. When contractors encounter incomplete specifications, they make assumptions—and those assumptions become expensive change orde...
2025-10-1149 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidCustom Home Construction Planning: The Design Development Process That Prevents Cost OverrunsRead Bills Book! :https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1MDRPK7 All Platforms: https://books2read.com/u/bpxj76Discover how professional design development coordination prevents construction disasters in this essential guide to specialist team management. Bill Reid reveals why your architect must evolve from solo designer to orchestra conductor, coordinating civil engineers, structural engineers, MEP designers, and interior designers to create comprehensive plan sets. Learn the digital coordination process that catches conflicts before construction, understand why early interior designer integration protects your investment, and master the questions that expose poor coordination. Perfect for custom...
2025-10-0459 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidDesign Development Mastery: How to Take Control of Your Custom Home Construction ProjectThis empowering 55-minute episode reveals how homeowners can master the design development phase to take complete control of their custom home construction projects. Bill Reid provides The Awakened Homeowner methodology for transforming the commitment phase into a strategic advantage that ensures both design excellence and cost control.Key Topics: • How to master the psychology of design development commitment for confident decision-making • Six essential design development objectives that give homeowners complete project control • Strategic budget checkpoints that ensure accurate cost estimation and financial success • Interior designer integration timing that maximizes value and prevents expensive changes • Professional architect coordination strategies that work...
2025-09-2757 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidFrom Endless Ideas to Clear Direction: Home Building Schematic Design StrategyIn this comprehensive 56-minute deep dive, Bill Reid explores the first critical phase of the home building and remodeling design process - schematic design. This episode serves as your roadmap through the creative playground where Pinterest dreams become actionable plans, budgets get reality-checked, and the foundation for your entire project gets established.Key Timestamps & Topics:[00:00:00-00:08:00] Introduction to Schematic Design• The three stepping stones: schematic design, design development, construction documents• Why discovery work prevents wild goose chases and cost overruns• Bridging the gap between endless ideas and actionable decisions...
2025-09-2055 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidBudget Checkpoints Revealed: How the 3-Step Design Process Keeps You in Control So You Can Actually Build or Remodel Your HomeMaster the professional design process that separates successful home projects from costly nightmares. In this essential episode, Bill Reid reveals the three-step methodology used by architects and designers, complete with strategic budget checkpoints and pause points that put you in control. Learn from the tale of two homeowners—one who understood the process and finished on time and budget, and another whose project became a horror story. Whether you're planning a kitchen remodel or building a custom home, this roadmap will help you navigate the design phase like a pro, avoid expensive mistakes, and enjoy the journey of creating yo...
2025-09-1343 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidWhy Your Dream Home Needs Low Voltage Planning: A Reality CheckThis episode dives deep into the often-overlooked world of low voltage systems that form the invisible nervous system of modern homes. Bill Reid explores the comprehensive categories of low voltage work including telecommunications, audio/video systems, security, and home automation, explaining why these systems must be planned during the design phase rather than as an afterthought. He discusses the difference between low voltage consultants and contractors, shares real-world examples of costly delays, and provides actionable planning strategies including pre-wiring, equipment room design, and budget considerations.[00:00:00 - 00:02:00] Introduction: The Low Voltage Reality Check Bill introduces the critical but...
2025-09-0645 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Hidden System That Destroys Home Budgets (It's Not What You Think)In the final episode of our "Doctors of Your Home" series, Bill Reid dives deep into the plumbing system - arguably the most critical yet overlooked aspect of home design. From water supply to waste management and gas systems, this episode covers everything homeowners need to know about plumbing before they start their project.Key Topics Covered:• The three primary components of home plumbing: water, waste, and gas systems• Understanding water meter sizes and utility service requirements• Load calculations for water and gas systems to prevent costly upgrades• When to hire...
2025-08-3059 min
Murder Shelf Book Club PodcastEp 133 2ndCast: Part 3 "Accentuate" on A Dark Night In Aurora by William H. ReidPart 3: The trial of James Holmes unfolds with gripping tension as the jury deliberates whether he was insane during the tragic act that claimed 12 innocent lives and inflicted countless injuries. Should they find him sane, a critical question looms: Is the death penalty warranted? The atmosphere in the courtroom is charged with emotion as courageous survivors and grieving family members share their poignant stories, each one a testament to resilience in the face of unimaginable loss. As the community embarks on a heartfelt journey of healing, they are united in their determination to honor the memories of that Dark...
2025-08-271h 07
The Joy Reid ShowA Moral Monday: Israel Killing Journalists - Trump Killing Democracy |The Joy Reid Show LIVE!Aug 25, 2025On this episode, Joy walks us through the history of terrorism in Palestine ... but not by Palestinians ... unveiling the history of two designated Jewish terrorist groups called the Irgun and Stern Gang. Next, Joy speaks with filmmaker Robert Greenwald, whose new documentary, "Gaza Journalists Under Fire" tells the searing story of three of the 192 Palestinian journalists who have been killed by the Israeli military. Then, Joy and Bishop William Barber serve up the latest Moral Monday, calling out false religionists who claim to be Christian, while violating all of God's word and imposing their false beliefs on the country.
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2025-08-261h 07Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Electrical Trap That Costs Homeowners Thousands in Change OrdersElectrical and lighting design is the often-overlooked nervous system ofyour home that can make or break your daily living experience. In thiscomprehensive episode, Bill Reid exposes the "permit push" problemand reveals why inadequate electrical planning leads to change ordernightmares. Learn when to hire an electrical engineer versus using yourarchitect, how to avoid the all-electric trap, and the essential loadcalculations that prevent service upgrade surprises. This episode provides theblueprint for creating electrical systems that enhance your lifestyle rather
2025-08-2358 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Design Build Trap: Why Your Home's Respiratory System Needs Early PlanningHost Bill Reid continues his miniseries on design professionals by divingdeep into the critical world of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) systems,focusing specifically on HVAC design. This comprehensive episode reveals whyyour home's respiratory system requires early planning and proper coordinationto avoid costly mistakes and construction nightmares.Key Timestamps & Topics:• [00:00:00-00:02:00] Introduction to MEP Systems Transitioningfrom structural engineers to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems andwhen to consider MEP engineers for high-end projects• [00:02:00-00:05:00] The Respiratory System Concept Unde...
2025-08-1638 min
Murder Shelf Book Club PodcastEp 132: Part 2 "Ultraception" - A Dark In Aurora: Inside James Holmes and the Colorado Mass Shooting by William H. Reid, MD.Part 2: Neuroscience graduate student James Holmes is in therapy with psychiatrists Dr. Lynne Fenton and Dr. Robert Feinstein. He struggles with anxiety and intrusive, violent thoughts, but withholds crucial information from his psychiatrists, including his purchase of weapons. His lack of transparency leaves the psychiatrists concerned but unable to take action. After failing his preliminary exams, James withdraws from school and quits therapy. Now, he focuses on his 'mission' to unleash carnage and commit mass murder. Enacted, the Century 16 Theater in Aurora, Colorado erupts in bloodshed and death. Immediately arrested, the police begin the investigation, as a traumatized community s...
2025-08-131h 28
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidAvoiding the Assumption Trap: Smart Homeowner's Guide to Structural EngineeringIn this comprehensive episode, Bill Reid explores the critical role of structural engineers in home design and construction, breaking down the misconceptions homeowners have about who does what in the building process.Key Segments with Timestamps[00:00:00 - 00:02:00] Introduction: The Doctors of Your Home• Overview of the four-part mini-series• Introduction to structural engineering as the "skeletal system"• Common misconceptions about architect responsibilities[00:02:00 - 00:06:00] The Architect-Structural Engineer Partnership• How architects and structural engineers collaborate• Educational backgrounds and licensing similarities• Early consultation importance in the design p...
2025-08-0955 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Civil Engineer Advantage: Building Smart From the Ground UpJoin William Reid as he explores the critical role of civil engineers in home construction projects. Learn when you need one, what they do, and how they can save you thousands while protecting your investment.Civil engineers handle everything outside your home's building envelope - and they might be the most important design professional you've never heard of. In this episode, William Reid breaks down when you need a civil engineer, what they actually do, and how they can save you thousands in construction costs while protecting your investment for decades.From water management and...
2025-08-0243 minMurder Shelf Book Club PodcastEp 130: Part 1 "Just Wanted To Keep It Private"- A Dark Night in Aurora: Inside James Holmes & the Colorado Mass Shooting by Dr. William H. Reid, MD.Part 1: Just in time for Crimecon Denver 2025~ July 20, 2012: The Century 16 Theater in Aurora, Colorado, transformed into a scene of unimaginable horror when a man donned in a gas mask and body armor unleashed gunfire upon the 400 men, women, and children immersed in the thrill of the new Batman movie. In mere moments, the aisles turned into rivers of blood as chaos erupted, with bullet casings strewn across the ground among the fallen and the wounded. James Holmes, in a chilling act of violence, claimed the lives of 12 innocent individuals and left 58 others grappling with injuries. Amidst the...
2025-07-301h 12
The Appalachian PodcastJohn Reid: Candidate for Lieutenant Governor of VirginiaWe are back and as good as ever, as we welcomed John Reid to the show, the man running to keep radical progressives away from Richmond and in the swamp from which they came, for a discussion on his plans as the Republican Candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia. We talked about his experience in politics, his radio show based out of Richmond, why he made the plunge into this race, Appalachia struggles, education, and much much more.Stuck on SoundExploring the world of sound including production, engineering, technology, and business.Listen on: Apple...
2025-07-301h 59
The Joy Reid ShowA Moral Monday: Messing with Texas | The Joy Reid Show LIVE! | Jul 28, 2025 EpisodeOn this episode of The Joy Reid Show, we talk with Texas congressional candidate Isaiah Martin about his confrontation with state officials who are seeking to gerrymander his state, and we ask May Wiley of the Leadership Council for Civil and Human Rights whether Democratic-run states could survive court challenges if they retaliate in kind. And we host our pre-August Moral Monday with Bishop William Barber, on what policies and issues really matter to Americans. VISIT the Isaiah Martin for Congress website here:https://www.isaiahmartin.org/Visit Repairers of the Breach here:https://breachrepairers.org/
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2025-07-291h 20Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidUnderground Mysteries: Why Your Home's Foundation Depends on Soil Science🎧 The Hidden Foundation Expert: Why Every Homeowner Needs to Know About Geotechnical EngineersEver wonder what's lurking beneath your dream home site? This week on The Awakened Homeowner Podcast, Bill Reid reveals the underground detective work that could save you from a $100,000+ construction nightmare. If you're planning to build, expand, or even remodel, this episode might just be the most important 30 minutes you'll spend.Episode #15 | Lords of the Dirt Series | 30 Minutes________________________________________🎯 What You'll Discover:Ready to become the smartest person in your next contractor meeting? Here's what's waiting for you:
2025-07-2632 minYour Home Building Coach with Bill ReidWhy Your $5,000 Survey Could Save You $50,000 in Construction SurprisesDiscover why your land surveyor isn't just another consultant—they're thefoundation professional who can make or break your construction project. HostWilliam Reid, a seasoned construction industry expert, reveals how these"property detectives" uncover critical information about your lotthat can save you tens of thousands in construction surprises.Learn about the six major restrictions cities use to control yourproject, from Floor Area Ratio calculations to setback requirements. Reidshares real examples of projects where assumptions about property lines led toco...
2025-07-1945 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidFrom Awakened Homeowner Book to Build Quest Development: The Complete Planning System Coming SoonIn this groundbreaking episode, Bill Reid unveils buildquest, arevolutionary web-based application designed to transform how homeownersapproach their construction and renovation projects. Drawing from 35 years ofexperience in Silicon Valley's construction industry, Bill shares the excitingdevelopment of this comprehensive project planning tool.Key Topics Covered:The genesis of Build Quest and its connection to The Awakened Homeowner bookFour core modules: Project Setup, Vision Spec, Budget Builder, and ProQuestAI assistant Quinn and how he guides homeowners through the processExpress feature that analyzes existing homes to generate project...
2025-07-1228 min
The Joy Reid ShowA MAGA Moral crisis: Texas’ doge floods & Bibi| The Joy Reid Show LIVE!Joy Reid is joined by Rev. Dr. William Barber II for a Moral Monday conversation tackling Elon Musk’s hypocritical "America Party," Trump’s brutal ICE raids targeting immigrant communities, and the deadly consequences of GOP cuts to healthcare and climate programs. Joy and Rev. Barber expose how oligarchs like Musk and Trump prioritize profit over people—and why Democrats must fight harder to protect the vulnerable. Joy also talks with journalist Peter Beinart about the international moral catastrophe continuing to unfold in Gaza, and Trump's ongoing embrace of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin "Bibi" Netanyahu despite the international condemnation Netany...
2025-07-121h 13
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Checklist Trap: Why 15,000 Influencers Are Confusing HomeownersIn this eye-opening episode, Bill Reid takes a hard look at the overwhelming world of home renovation checklists, systems, and digital tools flooding social media and the internet. With over 15,000 home improvement influencers selling everything from $8 PDFs to $250 "comprehensive systems," homeowners are more paralyzed than ever.What You'll Discover:Why the current fragmented approach to renovation planning is failing homeownersThe psychology behind decision overload and why it's worse in home renovationHow to identify credible vs. marketing-driven renovation adviceWhat to look for in a true "guided thinking system"How strategic preparation transforms professional consultationsThe difference between reactive...
2025-07-0535 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidEp 11: The Hidden Costs of Cheap Design (Why Budget Plans Backfire in Construction)In Episode 11 of The Awakened Homeowner, host Bill Reid exposes thecritical mistakes homeowners make that sabotage their own constructionprojects. Drawing from years of experience in residential design andconstruction, Reid identifies four major "designer obstacles" thathomeowners unknowingly create: financial handcuffing, creative handcuffing, thepermit push trap, and inadequate time commitment.Key Highlights: • Financial handcuffing occurs when homeowners choose the cheapestdesign option, leading to inadequate plans that result in costly change ordersduring construction • Creative handcuffing happens when homeowners over-direct
2025-06-2850 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidEp 10: I Thought Interior Designers Just Picked Colors (I Was So Wrong)Interior designers do far more than select paint colors and arrange furniture. In this episode of The Awakened Homeowner Podcast, host William Reid explains the true technical expertise interior designers bring to home construction and renovation projects. Learn about their role in creating technical documentation, managing project budgets, supervising installations, and collaborating with architects. Reid discusses when to bring interior designers into your project, how they prevent costly mistakes, and why their services often pay for themselves. Whether you're planning a major renovation or building a custom home, this episode reveals why interior designers are essential members of your...
2025-06-2121 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidYour Dream Home Starts Here: Decoding Design ProfessionalsUnderstanding Design Professionals for Your Home RemodelSubscribe, Follow, and Contact Bill ReidYouTube: www.youtube.com/@TheAwakenedHomeownerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawakenedhomeowner/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theawakenedhomeowner/Email: wwreid@theawakenedhomeowner.comBook: Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1MDRPK7All Platforms: https://books2read.com/u/bpxj76In this episode, Bill Reid from The Awakened Homeowner broadcasts from Lake Almanor, California to introduce the next series focused on understanding design professionals. He emphasizes the importance of quality design...
2025-06-1454 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill Reid"Home Design Secrets: Why 90% of Homeowners Fail Their Dream Project (Avoid These Costly Mistakes)"Introduction to The World of Design: Key Insights for HomeownersWatch on YouTube:Order your copy of The Awakened Homeowner book: https://books2read.com/u/bpxj76Follow Bill: https://www.instagram.com/theawakenedhomeowner/https://www.facebook.com/theawakenedhomeowner/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVDkS64uOHE73ATtFjrjy0gJoin Bill Reid from The Awakened Homeowner as he introduces 'The World of Design' series from the stunning Sierra Nevada mountains. Learn how the design phase is crucial for successful project execution, from hiring professionals like architects...
2025-06-0742 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe Budget Baloney Blues - Part Three - Why online cost tools can derail your new home or remodel project.Understanding Construction Budgets: A Deep Dive with Bill ReidWatch on YouTube In this episode of The Awakened Homeowner Show, Bill Reid discusses the complexities and challenges of budgeting for home construction projects. Broadcasting from his shop in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Bill shares insights into various online tools for estimating construction costs, highlighting their often misleading accuracy. He introduces his own upcoming application, Build Quest, designed to help homeowners balance their dreams and budgets realistically. The episode includes live demonstrations of popular online tools like Start Build and Home Cost, analyzes a report by...
2025-05-3137 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill Reid"STOP! That Budget Number in Your Head vs Real Construction Costs (The Brutal Truth)"Mastering Your Home Construction Budget: Essential Advice from Bill ReidWatch on YouTubeIn this episode, Bill Reid tackles the crucial topic of budgeting for residential new home or remodeling projects. Drawing on over 30 years of experience in coordinating design and construction, Bill emphasizes the importance of addressing the budget question early in the process. He discusses the common errors homeowners make, such as relying on unverified sources for budget estimates, and provides detailed methods to create a realistic budget. Bill introduces concepts like 'new square footage,' 'existing square footage,' and 'scope of...
2025-05-2444 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidThe REAL Cost of Your Dream Home: How to Build a Budget That Actually WorksBuilding Budgets for Home Projects: Laying the FoundationWatch on YouTube🏠 STOP making costly mistakes before they happen! Most homeowners blow their budgets by 50-100% because they skip this ONE critical step that architects and contractors don't want you to know about.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ The "Investment Goal Method" that protects you from budget disasters✅ How to calculate your home's TRUE future value (not Zillow estimates!)✅ Why your neighbor's $150/sq ft advice will bankrupt your project✅ The exact formula professionals use to determine r...
2025-05-1724 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidDiscovery Series - Home Building and Remodeling Delusions and RealitiesUnveiling The Delusions in Home Building Costs - DiscoveryWatch on YouTubeSeries: Part 4Join Bill Reid on The Awakened Homeowner Show as henavigates the myths and misconceptions of home building costs in Part 4 of theDiscovery Series. This episode delves into the common delusions homeowners faceabout project costs, especially the notion of cost per square foot. Billprovides valuable insights on setting realistic expectations by conversing withmedia, friends, colleagues, and professionals. Learn how to ask the right...
2025-05-1037 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidDiscovery Series - Part Two - The Art of Gathering: Mastering Your Home Design InspirationsWatch on YouTubeIn this episode of 'The Awakened Homeowner' Discovery Series, Bill Reid guides you through the crucial pre-architectural phase of home building or remodeling—The Art of Gathering. Learn how to collect, organize, and present your design inspirations, ensuring they align with your dreams and vision for your new home. Bill discusses effective strategies to compile a comprehensive design statement and create well-organized inspiration boards using platforms like Pinterest and HOUZZ. Discover how to leverage neighborhood inspirations, AI tools, and more to develop a detailed design portfolio that communicates your personal style and preferences efficiently. Do...
2025-05-0331 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidDiscovery Series - Part One - Setting Up Your Remodel or Home Construction Project For SuccessThe Beginnings: Discovery Phase in Home ProjectsWatch on YouTubeIn this second episode, Bill Reid delves into the initial stages of starting a home project, focusing on the discovery phase. He discusses essential pre-engagement activities homeowners should undertake before contacting architects or contractors. The episode emphasizes setting expectations from design and budget perspectives and creating a comprehensive personal and property profile. Bill provides practical steps for preparing these profiles, including documenting family details, previous experiences, project titles, property specifics, and visual aids. He also highlights the importance of understanding time commitment and utility considerations...
2025-04-2632 min
The Art Bell ArchiveJune 19, 2002: Senator Harry ReidArt Bell is joined by Senator Harry Reid for a rare and candid conversation about national security, intelligence oversight, and government transparency. Reid shares his insights into classified programs, the balance between secrecy and democracy, and the evolving threats facing the United States. Together, they discuss the complexities of protecting the nation while maintaining public trust - offering a thoughtful glimpse into the hidden world of governance and defense.
2025-04-252h 46
The Art Bell ArchiveJune 19, 2002: Senator Harry ReidArt Bell interviews Nevada Senator Harry Reid, the assistant Democratic leader in the Senate, about the Bush administration's decision to designate Yucca Mountain as the nation's nuclear waste repository. Reid argues that President Bush betrayed his campaign promise to Nevadans by pushing forward without sound science, noting that 292 scientific investigations remain incomplete and that the Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board deemed the science poor.Reid makes the case that transporting 77,000 tons of nuclear waste across 43 states poses a far greater danger than leaving it in on-site dry cask storage at existing reactor locations. He describes the shipments as 120,000...
2025-04-252h 46
BLACK VIRGINIA NEWSEP48 - Fergie Reid Jr. on the State of Play of Virginia House Races for 2025EP48 - Fergie Reid Jr. on the 2025 Virginia House Races - In this episode, Dr. Fergie Reid Jr., a prominent voting rights advocate and the son of civil rights pioneer Dr. William Ferguson Reid Sr., who became the first African American elected to the Virginia General Assembly after Reconstruction in 1968, offers his perspective on the 2025 Virginia House of Delegates races. Reid’s analysis sits up against the uneasy backdrop of the chaos of Donald Trump's return to The White House. Reid also talks about the record number of Blacks and women running for the Virginia House in 2025.Ch...
2025-04-2027 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidIntroducing the New Podcast to Navigate Home building and Remodeling with Confidence.The Awakened Homeowner - Home - Our Home PageThe book available on Amazon! The book available at your favorite online book store!Get your FREE copy of The Tale of Two Homeowners Who Took Vastly Different Paths to Their New HomeWatch on YouTubeWelcome to The Awakened Homeowner — the podcast designed to empower homeowners just like you to confidently start your remodel or new home project! I’m Bill Reid, and I’m thrilled you’re here.If you’re listening, you’ve probably felt that gut-wrenching moment of asking yourself, ‘Where do I even start?’...
2025-04-2021 min
Your Home Building Coach with Bill ReidIntroduction to my new book, The Awakened Homeowner: Orchestrate Your Dream Home; A Guide to Design and Construction SuccessThe Awakened Homeowner - Home - Our Home PageThe book available on Amazon! The book available at your favorite online book store!Get your FREE copy of The Tale of Two Homeowners Who Took Vastly Different Paths to Their New Home Available on AmazonAvailable on Online Bookstores WorldwideMentioned in this episode:The Awakened Homeowner Book
2025-04-1204 min
The AI Healthcare PodcastDr. William Greene: Chief Investment Officer of Hevolution FoundationWhy should healthspan technologies be a priority for investors? Chief Investment Officer of Hevolution Foundation, Dr. William Greene tells us why. To connect with Dr. Greene, find him on LinkedIn here. To learn more about Hevolution Foundation, find their website here. A huge shoutout to the APCO and Hevolution teams for scheduling and making this happen. Thank you! Key Takeaways:1. The solution to solving chronic diseases in aging populations lies in addressing the technological, care, and approach gaps. 2. About 5% of people globally develop cancer in their lifetime and...
2024-11-1822 minThe AI Healthcare PodcastDr. William Greene: Chief Investment Officer of Hevolution FoundationWhy should healthspan technologies be a priority for investors? Chief Investment Officer of Hevolution Foundation, Dr. William Greene tells us why. To connect with Dr. Greene, find him on LinkedIn here. To learn more about Hevolution Foundation, find their website here. A huge shoutout to the APCO and Hevolution teams for scheduling and making this happen. Thank you! Key Takeaways:1. The solution to solving chronic diseases in aging populations lies in addressing the technological, care, and approach gaps. 2. About 5% of people globally develop cancer in their lifetime and...
2024-11-1822 min
WAX CHATTY with D, MUCK & TATTYTerry Reid - Terry ReidWax Chatty journeys to 1969 and experiences Terry Reid: the most talented rock star you’ve never heard of and his eponymous sophomore release. - - - Music credits for this episode: -Yes Sir! That's My Baby. music by Walter Donaldson, lyrics by Gus Kahn. - Drive In Intermission 7. archive.org- - - intro/outro music credits: * "Hustle" by Kevin MacLeodLicense: CC BY* "C-mol blues" by Jazz at Mladost ClubLicense: CC BY-NC-SA- - -
2024-01-0350 minThe Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and NeuroscienceThe Art and Craft of TV Drama with Aaron Tracy: Part TwoYale educator and TV writer/producer, Aaron Tracy, returns to chat with me about surviving the WGA writer’s strike, finally teaching the podcast at Yale, and his latest audio thriller on Audible, Nowhere Man, starring Lee Pace and Zosia Mamet.Aaron Tracy also teaches “The Art and Craft of Television Drama” at Yale University, and his TV credits include Law & Order: SVU, Fairly Legal, The Tap, and Sequestered, a serialized thriller that ran two seasons, for which he was Creator and Executive Producer. He is also a Creator, Director, and Exec. Producer of scripted audio dr...
2023-12-0841 min
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning113. Dyslexia Study Tips - with Jenn Clark & Dr Gavin ReidToday we welcome Jenn Clark and Dr Gavin Reid, two top dyslexia experts to help us better understand the dyslexic brain, and the study strategies that help students with dyslexia succeed at school, university and beyond!Select book recommendation by Gavin and Jenn:The Dyslexia Workbook for Adults: https://geni.us/dyslexiaforadults*Dyslexia Tools Workbook for Teens: https://geni.us/dyslexiaforteens*The Big Book for Dyslexia Activities for Kids & Teens: https://geni.us/dyslexiaforkids*Dyslexia: A Practitioner's Handbook: https://geni.us/dyslexiaforeducators**Hosted by William Wadsworth & Dr Alix Hibble, memory psychologists, i...
2023-06-1848 min
Talking TeachersTeacher Education and the Teacher Shortage with Emeritus Professor Alan ReidAlan is one of Australia’s leading education research scholars. In this third episode we talk to him about the damaging effects of neo-liberalism on education and why policy in Australian education is taking us backwards.Show NotesHunter, J. (16 August 2022). Teacher shortages and the ‘crisis’ in rural and remote schools, incentives and what needs to change. Interview on ABC radioMCERA webinar (26 August 2022): The underlying and overlooked aspects of the teacher crisis. Webinar linkReid, A. (2019). Changing Australian education: How policy is taking us backwards and what can be done about...
2023-03-2225 minThe Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and NeuroscienceHow NY Times Bestselling Author William Landay WritesAward-winning and New York Times bestselling novelist, William Landay, spoke with me about how former lawyers get pigeonholed in publishing, why we can’t get enough true crime, and his latest ALL THAT IS MINE I CARRY WITH ME.William Landay is a former assistant district attorney, and the bestselling author of Defending Jacob, recently adapted into the Emmy-nominated Apple TV+ series starring Chris Evans.His eagerly anticipated follow-up is All That Is Mine I Carry With Me (on sale 3/7; Bantam), a March 2023 LibraryReads pick, described by NY Times bestselling author Scott Turow as, “... masterful, orig...
2023-02-2444 min
Bookable Space with Yvonne Battle-FeltonBookable Space with Dr. William H. ReidIn this episode host Yvonne Battle-Felton is joined by Dr. William H. Reid who will be reading from and talking about his book, A Dark Night in Aurora: Inside James Holmes and the Colorado Mass Shootings.About the book: James Holmes killed or wounded seventy people in a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado. Only one man was allowed to record extensive interviews with the shooter in addition to unfettered access to prosecution, defense and law enforcement investigations. This is what he found. On July 20, 2012 in Aurora, Colorado, a man in dark body armor and a gas mask e...
2022-12-0631 minThe Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and NeuroscienceHow Award-Winning Debut Novelist LaToya Watkins Writes#PodcastersForJusticePushcart Prize-winning short story writer and debut novelist, LaToya Watkins, spoke to me about landing the cover of Publishers Weekly's Writers to Watch Fall 2022, the legacy of William Faulkner, and her debut "Perish."LaToya Watkins holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Dallas and her writing has appeared in A Public Space, The Sun, McSweeney's, Kenyon Review, The Pushcart Prize Anthology, and elsewhere.Her debut is Perish, a novel "... about a Black Texan family, exploring the effects of inherited trauma and intergenerational violence as the family comes together to say...
2022-08-2630 min
OHMEP 26:United Market | William CooperThis time on OHM I had the pleasure of speaking with Will Cooper, a student of Morehouse College and co-founder of United Market, an E-business app that is a one-stop shop for music makers looking to collaborate with peers, share work, book clients and handle finances. On the show we talked about beginning to network, self confidence, and how UM is seeking to enrich the already vibrant music scene in Atlanta.
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2022-03-0559 min
London Estate Agents Property UpdatesWilliam & Charley Smith Talk About Central Manchester’s Buzzing CommunitiesWe all know the city is booming, but where should you live to be right in the heart of it? 🔥🍺🍜🏞️ 🛍️ From vibrant hubs to cosmopolitan streets, Manchester is a place of memorable experiences. Just like you, we're passionate about the city of Manchester. Our friendly team are the right people to tell you about the city’s most happening spots and properties because we live and work here too. Our roots here mean we’ll be your local expert on where to live, shop and play in Manchester and beyond. Listen to this podcast where William and Charley Smith discuss the amazing are...
2021-10-2608 min
London Estate Agents Property UpdatesHow to make a potential property investment. FAQs answered! - Property Investment Company💷📈🏙️ Buying an investment property needs a serious amount of research and insight. But we have that covered 👉Bal, Managing Director of Orlando Reid, and William Barnes, Area manager of Orlando Reid Manchester, chat about key considerations when buying an investment property. With our wealth of knowledge and experience in Manchester’s local property market, we discuss essential questions on identifying your next significant property investment - Don’t miss this insight packed ▶️ and get in touch with us to know about Manchester’s new potential investment opportunities
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2021-06-2405 min
The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity, and NeuroscienceHow Bestselling Thriller Writer Nick Petrie Writes #PodcastersForJustice Bestselling novelist, Nick Petrie, spoke with me about keeping your sanity as a writer, the importance of boredom for creativity, and how to write a thriller series. Nick's the award-winning author of the critically acclaimed Peter Ash series. His debut novel, The Drifter, won the ITW Thriller and Barry Awards, and was nominated for the Edgar, Anthony, and Hammett Awards. He won a 2016 Literary Award from the Wisconsin Library Association and was named one of Apple’s 10 Writers to Read in 2017. Light It Up was named the Best Thriller of 2018 by...
2021-03-1130 min
You're Not Gonna Like ThisEpisode 52 - You're Inaug-onna Like ThisThe boys get ready for the Presidential Inauguration with tales from Inaugurations past as we start (?) the conspiracy theory that George Washingtonwas a literal giant and tell the sad story of William Henry Harrison, the President believed to have died because of pneumonia he caught on Inauguration Day but was actually probably killed by enemas!Email us at yonopod@gmail.comRate and Review us on Apple PodcastsFollow us on social: @yourenotgonnalikethispod on Instagram & @yonopod on TwitterSources: The First Inaugural ht...
2021-01-181h 29
Living A Life In FullUnderstanding Forensic Psychiatry from One of the Best, William Reid, MD, MPHDr. William H. Reid is board-certified in general and forensic psychiatry, a professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and the University of Texas Dell Medical School. He is a former medical director of the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation and a past president of both the American Academy of Psychiatry & the Law, and the Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians. He has authored or co-authored over 300 publications and abstracts, and 16 professional books and he consults nationally. He graduated with a BA in psychology and MD from the University of Minnesota. He...
2020-09-011h 01
Trust the Process ShowGET SOME - Vol. 001 - What I Learned from William HungNow that I've started interviewing interesting guests and with many more awesome guests coming up. I've started a recap series of what I've taken away from my guests in short volumes called, GET SOME.
This first volume of GET SOME, I talk about what I learned from my interview with William Hung. In William's path to success, he showed that being in the right place at the right time with a little bit of luck, can go a long ways. But, how many of us actually put ourselves in a position where we CAN be lucky? The first step to...
2018-10-1604 min
Trust the Process Show#014 - American Idol "She Bang!" Legend, William HungIn this episode, I connect with William Hung. You may remember William from his viral audition from American Idol singing his jam, "She Bang". I talk with William about his journey and following his passion and that success can involve being "lucky" or "at the right place at the right time". But, in order for us to be lucky or in the right place at the right time, we must put ourselves in those situations and try!
2018-10-1624 min
Grab Thousands of Audiobook Collection with Easy AccessEnjoy A Dark Night in Aurora: Inside James Holmes and the Colorado Mass Shootings from Md William H. ReidPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/341977 to listen full audiobooks.
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2018-08-149h 00Grab Thousands of Audiobooks on Any DeviceA Dark Night in Aurora: Inside James Holmes and the Colorado Mass Shootings (Written by Md William H. Reid)Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/341977 to listen full audiobooks.
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Publisher's Summary: James Holmes killed or wounded seventy people in a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado. Only one man was allowed to record extensive interviews with the shooter. This is what he...
2018-08-149h 00
Access Essential Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, True CrimeA Dark Night in Aurora: Inside James Holmes and the Colorado Mass Shootings by Md William H. ReidPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/341977 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Dark Night in Aurora: Inside James Holmes and the Colorado Mass Shootings Author: Md William H. Reid Narrator: William H. Reid, M.D., Mph Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 0 minutes Release date: August 14, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.5 of Total 4 Ratings of Narrator: 3.5 of Total 2 Genres: True Crime Publisher's Summary: James Holmes killed or wounded seventy people in a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado. Only one man was allowed to record extensive interviews with the shooter. This is what he found. On July 20, 2012 in Aurora, Colorado, a man...
2018-08-1403 min