As part of Construction Junkie’s annual Best Construction Podcast of 2020 Competition, I have been highlighting each one of this year’s 12 nominees. Next up is the Mass Construction Show.
Hosted by construction consultant, Joe Kelly, the Mass Construction Show takes on a variety of different topics applicable to commercial contractors throughout the country. Although it admittedly has a Massachusetts lean, I believe that the conversations that Kelly has with his guests can be applicable to anyone in the industry.
I asked Kelly what made him want to get into podcasting and he told me, “I was a podcast junkie myself but couldn’t find any good podcasts about the commercial construction industry. There were plenty of niche shows and residential shows but nothing just talking about commercial construction.”
Residential construction certainly gets more attention, especially on TV, so it’s important for mediums like podcasts like the Mass Construction Show to exist to fill in the gaps. That’s what makes podcasting so great, you can literally find a show about any subject that you’re interested in.
Since beginning the show in 2018, Kelly has invited guests from some of the largest construction companies in the country, representatives from technology companies, electrical contractors, and many more. His most recent episodes dive into subjects like buying out a job, communication with clients and employees, and leadership.
There are so many roles and different trades in the construction industry, that it’s easy to keep your blinders on and not realize how your role affects others. That’s why it was important for Kelly to invite people on the show from different backgrounds.
“We all work in this business, but we tend to get stuck in our bubbles,” Kelly explained, “We know our specific role in a company or on a project, but there’s so much more to learn. This podcast is about helping you see all the roles, learn what goes on beyond your scope, and be better at what you do.”
To find out more about the Mass Construction Show, you can visit their webpage. If you’d like to vote for the show for Best Construction Podcast of 2020, you can do so by clicking or tapping here.
Shane is the creator of Construction Junkie and an active construction project manager. In his career, he has managed interior remodel projects, site development, construction safety, governmental project compliance, and facility maintenance. He has a strong passion for construction technology and safety, as well as sharing the knowledge or insights he has gained throughout his career.