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The Punch List Podcast

Custom Home Building & Remodeling is a niche space within Residential Construction. Through insightful interviews, lively discussion, and a little fun we will explore the Custom Home Building & Remodeling world. 

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Episodes

Episode 37: Top Lessons Learned From the 2025 NAHB International Builder Show

For the last two years, Ian has traveled to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builder Show taking detailed notes and bringing that information back to his local market. In this episode, Ian & Matt talk through the highlights and top takeaways. They cover marketing for custom home builders and remodelers to utilizing professional service agreements. You don't want to miss this episode!

Jun 09, 202529 min

Episode 36: Talking Architecture with Michael Stauffer

Architect Mike Stauffer joins The Punch List Podcast to discuss Custom Home Architecture and his process. Mike is one of the most sought out Architects in our local market, and beyond. Check out this episode to learn about his process, gain some knowledge on Architecture, and see how important it is for the builder and architect to be on the same page not just during the build, but from the start of design. This is one you don't want to miss! Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypo...

Sep 21, 202430 min

Episode 34: Let's talk about Construction Law

James Gonzalez from Cobb Gonzalez joins The Punch List Podcast to talk construction law. While one podcast is never enough to learn everything about construction law, James breaks down a wide range of topics ranging from lien law, contracts, warranty, licensing, and insurance. Check it out! Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com

Jul 15, 202432 min

Episode 33: Values & Vision: Riverside Homes

Chris Wood and Matt Roberts have grown Riverside Homes in to not only a premier home builder in Northeast Florida but also a premier company. Listen to their story about how they have used core values to build a great team and diversification in the market. Matt and Chris have built Riverside Homes from the ground up to in include a neighborhood/production division, a custom home division, and a commercial division. This is an episode you don't want to miss. Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcas...

May 24, 202431 min

Episode 32: Takeaways from IBS with Ian, Matt, and Jen

Ian recently attended The International Builders Show and put what he learned in the different sessions in to some "copious notes" (according to Jen). Matt, Jen, and Ian break down these notes and nuggets in the latest episode of The Punch List Podcast. Topics range from design build to sales process to forecasting 2024 to name a few. If you are in the Custom Home Building and Remodeling space or connected to residential construction, you don't want to miss this episode. Mixed & Edited by Ne...

Mar 11, 202429 min

Episode 31: Matt Carlton of Carlton Construction

On Episode 31 of The Punch List Podcast, Matt Carlton of Carlton Construction talks about growing a construction company focused on creating buildings and spaces that enrich lives. Matt is a homegrown Clay County success story. He grew up in the area where he now runs a successful construction company that not only is a market leader, but focuses on staying engaged with the local community through his support of the NEFBA Apprenticeship program as well as other local organizations. Whether you a...

Feb 19, 202427 min

Episode 30: Construction Management Students Ask Matt, Jen, and Ian questions about residential construction, business, and finance.

University of North Florida Construction Management students join The Punch List Podcast to ask questions about residential construction, business, and finance. Professor Michele Lamarsh allowed us to join her Construction Finance class at UNF for this unique opportunity. Check it out and see what is on today's construction management students minds! You never know what you may learn.

Nov 17, 202332 min

Episode 28: Home technology within the custom home and remodeling space

John and Anthony from Five Smooth Stones Smart Home Solutions join Matt and Ian to discuss the latest in home technology. We sat down with these technology experts at their new showroom to learn how using home technology in your Custom Home or Remodel will make your home safe, smart, and fun. These guys have formed deep relationships with many of the top custom home builders and remodelers in the market. Tune in to learn more about their services and how they support the custom home building and...

Jun 07, 202328 min

Episode 27: Understanding your emotional intelligence and DISC styles

Certified Emotional Intelligence Analyst and Certified Master Coach Karen Nutter joins The Punch List Podcast to discuss Emotional Intelligence and DISC styles. Ian, Matt, and Jen go over their personal DISC results with Karen and discuss the importance of understanding each others strengths and characteristics. You don't want to miss this episode where we explore why does Emotional Intelligence have to do with the Construction Industry. Check it out!

May 03, 202328 min

Episode 26: Start with function and end up in beauty...Lisa G brings it with Interior Design

Lisa Gielincki of Lisa Gielincki Interior Designs, Inc. joins The Punch List Podcast to discuss interior design and so much more! We discuss with Lisa the importance of integrating interior design early on in the remodeling and custom home building process. Lisa also shares some insightful nuggets about running a business and being an industry leader in the marketplace. You don't want to miss this episode!

Mar 31, 202330 min

Episode 25: Where are the next generation of tradespeople coming from?

Where are the next generation of tradespeople coming from? Listen in to Matt, Jen, and Ian as they are joined by Tim Conlan, NEFBA Training Vice President as he shares information on the NEFBA Apprenticeship Program. If you have ever wondered where the next generation in trades will come from, this is where you find out. Check it out!

Feb 28, 202329 min

Episode 24: Luxury Real Estate with the KMF JMF Real Estate Group.

Kim Martin Fisher and Jennifer Martin Faulkner join us to discuss the luxury real estate world. The luxury real estate market they serve is filled with Custom Homes. Take a listen to learn more about how integrated the Custom Home and Remodeling space is in to luxury real estate.

Feb 01, 202328 min

Episode 23: Rethreaded. Making a difference by engaging your business with a purpose driven organization.

Kristin Keen of Rethreaded joins Matt, Jen, and Ian to share her amazing story and that of Rethreaded. Rethreaded's mission is to harness the power of business to create choice for survivors of human trafficking. Learn more about this amazing organization and how your business can align with purpose driven organizations to help improve your community. You don't want to miss this episode!

Jan 11, 202329 min

Episode 22: Who really are Matt, Jen, and Ian?

Do you know Jen's biggest pet peeve? If Ian started a new podcast, what would be the subject? Learn Matt's secret Netflix obsession. Jen, Matt, and Ian play Spin the Wheel to ask each other some fun questions and to learn a little more about each other. We hope you enjoy the episode as much as we enjoyed making it. Check it out!

Dec 20, 202229 min

Episode 21: Remodeling with Michael Lenahen of Aurora Builders

Michael Lenahen of Aurora Builders joins The Punch List Podcast team to discuss remodeling, operating in today's unique construction environment, and how to run a good business. Listen to this episode to learn why Michael and his team are experts in business, branding, and remodeling!

Nov 22, 202230 min

Episode 20: Estate Custom Homes with Rick Morales

Rick Morales of the Morales Construction Company joins The Punch List Podcast to share his knowledge about the luxury custom home world as well as building a successful brand. Rick is a wealth of knowledge and shares his insight on a wide range of topics ranging from the challenges of building oceanfront to his #1 advice for anyone building a business. You don't want to miss this episode...

Oct 29, 202229 min

Episode 19: That's What She Saw'd

Elyse Parks of Bold City Builders joins The Punch List Podcast to talk about her amazing story as a finishing trim carpenter, small business owner, and being a being a women in male a dominated industry. Elyse's story is worth the listen and she's just getting started...

Aug 25, 202229 min

Episode 18: The hosts with the most episode

The host of The Punch List Podcast talk about mortgage rates, the current building environment, doing good business, and a bad joke sprinkled in. In this episode Matt, Jen, and Ian discuss their areas of expertise and interview each other as the experts they (think they) are. Check it out!

Jul 14, 202251 min

Episode 17: Supplies, Supplies, Supplies

Supplies, Supplies, Supplies.... Scot Burney of Manning Building Supplies joins The Punch List Podcast to talk about supplies, challenges, today's business environment, and why it's important to have a great relationship with your supplier. Tune in to gain some knowledge from Scot and maybe from Ian, Matt, and Jen.

May 17, 202226 min

Episode 16: Insurance, Construction Defects, and Contracts

Brian Register of Insuramerica of Florida joins The Punch List Podcast to share his knowledge on insurance, handling construction defect claims, and some tips for builders and remodelers in their contracts. Brian is an insurance industry veteran who uses his wide knowledge of the construction industry to best serve Builders and Remodelers. Check it out!

Apr 25, 202228 min

Episode 14: Construction Crime

Sergeant Chris Collins of the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office joins The Punch List Podcast to discuss property crime and in particular construction crime. Tune in to hear how Custom Builders and Remodelers can best protect themselves against construction crime.

Feb 07, 202229 min

Episode 12: How can Operations and Systems help the Custom Home Builder & Remodeler?

Jillian Klein of DF Luxury Homes joins The Punch List Podcast to talk about Operations and Systems within the Custom Home Building world. Listen and learn how Jillian is an expert on processes, developing systems, and making sure team members are in the right spot to make everyone more successful. You don't want to miss this episode!

Dec 07, 202130 min

Episode 11: What's going on in 2021?

Jessie Spradley is the first return guest to The Punch List Podcast. He joins Ian, Matt, and Jen again to talk 3rd quarter permitting numbers, government affairs, and other information he's seeing so far in 2021. We also learn why Jessie is no longer "The Deputy" as he catches us up on the latest happenings in the Northeast Florida Builders Association. You don't want to miss this episode!

Nov 16, 202130 min

Episode 10: Technology Integration & Home Automation

AJ Hall of AJ Hall Design joins The Punchlist Podcast to discuss technology, home automation, and how he takes the approach of a interior designer for home technology to find custom solutions for his clients. Check it out!

Sep 29, 202127 min

Episode 9 - Interior Finishes and Materials

On this episode, Dan Nichols from Design Works joins The Punchlist Podcast to discuss interior finishes in flooring, title, counters, and cabinets. Take a listen to get Dan’s takes on some of the latest trends as well as how technology has influenced the interior finish and material space. Enjoy!

Sep 15, 202128 minEp. 9
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