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Architect Exam Podcast024 - Top 10 Construction Specification Writing Errors & SolutionsDiscover the 10 most common construction specification mistakes architects make throughout their careers. In this video, we break down critical spec errors and share practical solutions to improve your architectural documentation. Despite being as crucial as drawings, specifications often get overlooked in architectural education. This comprehensive guide explores why poor specs lead to conflicts, cost overruns, and even legal disputes - plus how to fix these issues in your practice. 📝 Want to master architectural specifications and avoid costly mistakes? Check out our in-depth article for complete analysis and additional resources: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/cons...2025-06-2332 min
Architect Exam Podcast023 - Construction Change Orders: Your Project’s Plot TwistWarning: Change Orders will appear on every project in your career - here's what they don't tell you. In this comprehensive guide, I walk you through everything you need to know about change orders for the ARE exam and your career. Understand the "Project Manager's Golden Rule" - why changes ALWAYS cost more Learn the complete 7-step change order process from start to finish Discover the critical differences between COs, CCDs, ASIs, and Addenda See real-world examples from millions of dollars in change orders Master change orders from all perspectives: owner, architect, and contractor 📝 Download our FRE...2025-06-1629 min
Architect Exam PodcastARE Summer School Promotion: May 15-29, 2025 – Let's Go! 📚Get exclusive ARE exam prep discounts during our 14-day Summer School promotion! From May 15-29, 2025, save big on ARE Boot Camp, 101 Courses, and more. In this episode, Mike and Emily break down all the limited-time offers to help accelerate your journey to architectural licensure. Just Visit - https://youngarchitect.com/summerschool We've also completely rebuilt the Young Architect Academy from the ground up, adding tons of new content and features to help you pass your exams faster. 🔗 Links & Resources: 📝 Summer School Deals Hub: https://youngarchitect.com/summerschool 🏫 ARE Boot Camp Info: https://youngarchit...2025-05-1421 min
Architect Exam Podcast013 - Quality Assurance vs Quality Control: The Complete ProcessUnderstanding QA vs QC is crucial for every architect and ARE candidate. In this episode, we break down Quality Assurance and Quality Control systems that appear across ALL ARE exams and the CDT®. Learn the fundamental differences, how they work throughout the project lifecycle, and practical applications. Discover how quality assurance focuses on prevention through planned systems while quality control concentrates on detection and correction. We'll share practical examples, clear analogies, and exam-focused tips to help you master these concepts for both exam day and professional practice. 2025-04-2734 min
Architect Exam Podcast008 - Construction Specifications 101: The Project Manual ExplainedDo you know the difference between all the different construction specification types? 🤔 In this podcast episode, Emily makes construction specification types easy to understand! She breaks down the classification systems (MasterFormat®, UniFormat®, OmniClass®) and explains the crucial differences between prescriptive vs. performance specifications, proprietary vs. reference specifications, open vs. closed specifications, and more. Why is this important? If you're studying for the ARE or pursuing CDT® certification, understanding specification types is crucial. These concepts show up throughout the Architect Registration Exam and are essential for practice.2025-03-2436 min
Architect Exam Podcast007 - Drawings vs. Specifications: Why 'Specs Always Win' Is Dead WrongFor years, ARE candidates have been told that specifications always take precedence over drawings if there is a conflict. But this widespread belief is completely wrong—and it could cost you on both the exam and in practice. In this eye-opening episode, Michael Riscica debunks the dangerous misconception that "specs always win" and explains what AIA documents actually say about the relationship between drawings and specifications. Learn why these documents are complementary rather than competing, and discover how this knowledge impacts everything from contract administration to payment approvals. In this episode, you'll hear about: Th...2025-03-1809 min
Architect Exam Podcast006 - Persistence, Practice, And Passing The ARE – Meet Layla QaroutLayla Qarout had a unique journey to becoming a licensed architect, transitioning internationally from Palestine, adapting to ARE 5.0, and facing multiple exam setbacks along the way. Through persistence, structured practice, and the supportive community of Young Architect, Layla overcame these challenges, achieved licensing, and now helps others navigate their own architect exam journeys. In this insightful episode, Layla and Michael discuss her story, highlighting the importance of running your own race, the power of structured studying with a partner, and the value of embracing the exam process—even through failures. Layla also shares her experiences co-creating impactful co...2025-03-1720 min
Architect Exam Podcast005 - Understanding Specifications: An Introduction for ARE/CDT ® Candidates Emily, a registered architect and specifications expert, breaks down the often-overlooked world of construction specifications in this approachable introduction. Discover why specifications are the unsung heroes of every successful building project and how mastering them can improve your exam success and professional practice. In this episode, Emily shares: The essential differences between drawings and specifications Why specifications serve as crucial legal documents How properly written specs prevent costly mistakes and change orders A real-world example of how specifications saved a project from a missing railing Practical analogies t...2025-03-1616 min
Architect Exam Podcast003 - Community, Confidence, And Licensing – Meet Emily HobbsEmily Hobbs faced hurricanes, repeated exam failures, and plenty of self-doubt on her journey to becoming a licensed architect. In this episode, Emily shares her inspiring story of resilience, revealing how discovering the Young Architect community transformed her setbacks into opportunities for growth. Listen as Emily and Michael discuss: The reality of failing ARE exams multiple times and the lessons learned. The importance of finding community and support through difficult times. Building self-confidence to overcome professional obstacles. Emily’s experience transitioning from ARE 4.0 to 5.0, and her insights into why fa...2025-03-1321 min
Architect Exam Podcast002 - Construction Bonds Decoded: Project Protection ExplainedConstruction bonds can be confusing, but understanding them is crucial for both passing your ARE exams and protecting your projects. In this straightforward episode, Michael breaks down the fundamental differences between bonds and insurance, using easy-to-understand analogies that make this complex topic accessible. In this episode, you'll learn: Why bonds are like co-signed loans, not insurance policies The six essential types of construction bonds and when each is used Real-world examples of how bonds protect owners when contractors default Common misconceptions architects have about bonds How to...2025-03-1214 min
Rant N Rave PodcastRant N Rave Podcast Episode 249: "No More Mountain Dew for Boogie2988"Ladies and Gentlemen welcome to Episode 249 of the Rant N Rave Podcast glad you can be here with us this week and oh boy we have a lot of things to talk about. As we have one topic from each of us on this panel to start off the show along with predictions for TNA Slammiversary 2024 and Cody Rhodes hated The Young Bucks retelling of AEW signing and the hot topic of Boogie2988 faking cancer. Brandon Martin will not be here once again due to recovering from COVID-19 and Michael still at the Buffalo Irish Center for the Under...2024-07-193h 20
The Day Camp Pod - From Go Camp ProTraining New (Young) Leadership Staff - With Michael Brandwein - The Day Camp Pod #83Send us a textFind full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/day-camp-pod/training-new-leadershipEven with the pandemic in the rearview mirror, camps are struggling to find staff with experience. Leadership training will be more important than ever this year, so be sure to tune in to hear some advice from the legendary Michael Brandwein!Hey there Day Camp Pros! We are so grateful to be joined once again by the one and only Michael Brandwein, who will be discussing the ins and outs of elevating our frontline...2023-02-0758 min
Voices from The BenchOn the Other Side of the Mic: Joe Young interviews Elvis and BarbWho better to talk about then yourself? For episode 200, Elvis and Barb have turned the microphones on themselves. When asked “who should be on episode 200", multiple people said it was the hosts turn to sit in the hot seat. They asked a very special friend and the creator of the “Fan of Voices From the Bench” Facebook page, Joe Young from Young Dental Laboratory in Philadelphia to take over host duties. Temporarily. Joe asks the hard-hitting questions like how they got into the industry, how the podcast came to be, and what have Elvis and Barb learned over the last 1...2022-01-241h 01
The Gospel JubileeChip and Denny present, Faithful CrossingFaithful Crossings, a Kansas City based Gospel trio, will be the featured artists this week on The Gospel JubileeGo to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/42951926/download.mp3Faithful Crossings For years, has been known for their rich, family harmonies and their powerful testimonies of God's great faithfulness. Their music is fresh and unique with a little touch of bluegrass but with deep Southern roots. It spans the generations, touching hearts, both young and old alike. Their style of Southern Gospel has deep roots in the traditional sounds of the Rex Nelon singers, Hem...2021-01-151h 30
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Barb is a BIG fan of labs that are in their second or third generation of owners. As she took over for her dad, we have found out that there are many in our industry. Which says a lot about what we do. While at LMT Lab Day East 2019, Elvis and Barb talked to two families who tell the tale of starting in a spare room and eventually a child comes in to help and take it into the digital workflow...2019-12-1646 minThe Gospel JubileeChip and Denny Feature Josh and Ashley FranksThis week's featured artists on The Gospel Jubilee will be Josh and Ashley Franks, Savanna, Tn, Go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/19182643/download.mp3Also, be sure and listen for your chance to win a $100.00 Visa gift card.JOSH AND ASHLEY FRANKS are an anointed husband/wife team whom traveled separate ways to become one dynamic duet.JOSH FRANKS began a ministry at a very young age traveling as a soloist and evangelist. While a soloist he won 3 of the top talent contest in gospel music. Josh is known for his po...2019-09-221h 29