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Archispeak

by Evan Troxel & Cormac Phalen

What’s it really like to work in architecture? The hosts of Archispeak know, and they’re here to share real-life experiences. Since 2012 architects Evan Troxel and Cormac Phalen have been podcasting their brand of real talk on everything from design, tools, and work/life balance to generational differences, mentoring, job hunting, and more. Probing questions, revelatory interviews, and unique insights have grown their audience and become a weekly ritual for students and seasoned professionals alike. To join the conversation or learn more about the hosts, visit archispeakpodcast.com

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Episodes

#308 - Road-trippin’ with Wright

1h 33m · Published 11 Sep 10:30

Topic

When a project shouldn't go wrong… it will. After a brief counseling session we move beyond the trauma and discuss Cormac’s latest architecturally-epic road trip through Wisconsin on the Frank Lloyd Wright Trail.

Episode links

  • Wingspread Exterior - Cormac's Instagram
  • Wingspread Interior - Cormac's Instagram
  • Wingspread Webpage
  • SC Johnson Headquarters and Lab - Cormac's Instagram
  • SC Johnson Tours
  • Burnham Block Stroll - Facebook Post
  • Rick’s #keepcudahyfunhouse

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#307 - HA HA

44m · Published 04 Sep 10:30

Topic

In this episode we discuss Evan’s earliest of 3D modeling and feeling slighted by Cormac’s reaction to the cutting edge imagery from decades past. Cormac revisits his despair about what he feels is the downfall of architectural magazines and their “content".

Episode links

  • Radial Building - Church of 2000
  • Freedom Tower Lawsuit
  • Camden Yards concept stolen/borrowed?
  • Architectural Record still exists

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#306 - North, South, East, or West?

41m · Published 29 Aug 10:30

In this episode we discuss how Cormac plans (or not) for road trips and how Evan is similar but different in his planning strategy. We also talk about the ‘right’ way to pack and learn about song roulette.

Episode links

  • Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum
  • Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum (YouTube)
  • The Spirited Man (YouTube) - Essential Travel Packing Tips

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#305 - The Weather Episode

49m · Published 21 Aug 13:00

In this episode Cormac discovers that math can determine the age of his house faster than his mind can, Evan prepares his house and property for the inevitable, and we talk about the permanence of buildings and the link to true sustainability. Oh, and we go on a journey to find the tallest peak in the continental United States… spoiler alert: it's not Mt. Shasta, which comes in at an elevation of 14,180ft.

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#304 - The Summer Vacation Happy Hour

44m · Published 14 Aug 13:00

Topic

In this episode we discuss a much needed summer vacation for Cormac: a complete cold turkey detachment from architecture as he ventures into the woods and how he can miraculously turn any trip into an architectural trip. Then we go out of the woods and into the big city of Chicago where we talk more in-depth about how the world's largest Starbucks and the river front Apple Store create experiences for their patrons.

Links

  • Chicago Roastery
  • Carson Pirie Scott & Co.
  • Apple Michigan Avenue
  • Apple Store (Foster Link)

#303 - The X Episode

52m · Published 07 Aug 13:00

Topic

In this episode, we chat about Twitter rebranding to X, Evan asks Cormac two questions about the potential impact of AI on the architecture profession, and a discussion about the need for firms to embrace technology and the importance of focusing on client experience and innovation to differentiate themselves in a commoditized market.

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#302 - We Absolutely Suck At It

59m · Published 31 Jul 13:00

Topic

In this episode we discuss Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City, Cormac’s desire to design, own and operate an old timey feeling movie theater, Evan quizzes Cormac on AI and gives him a few what if questions…and at the end of the day we suck at it (but what does that mean?).

Episode Links

  • J Lab Creative (Instagram)

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#302 - We Absolutely Suck At It

59m · Published 31 Jul 13:00

Topic

In this episode we discuss Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City, Cormac’s desire to design, own and operate an old timey feeling movie theater, Evan quizzes Cormac on AI and gives him a few what if questions…and at the end of the day we suck at it (but what does that mean?).

Episode Links

  • J Lab Creative (Instagram)

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Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com

#301 - NCARB the Gift That Keeps on Taking

41m · Published 24 Jul 13:00

Topic

This episode we discuss Archispeak Podcast joining the new socials like Threads and Instagram (finally). Evan discusses the letter NCARB send out welcoming back all of the new members with a little gift of fee increases and how Cormac avoided future fee increases by not reinstating his NCARB record.

Episode links

  • archy_type instagram
  • archy_type threads
  • TRXL instagram
  • TRXL threads
  • Archispeak_Podcast instagram
  • Archispeak_Podcast threads
  • NCARB Fee Increase

Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes

please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com

👉 Full video:

📝 Full show notes: https://archispeakpodcast.com/episodes/301

📺 More episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@archispeak

✅ Subscribe to the podcast: https://pod.link/archispeak

#300 - Coffee Sketch and Archispeak: A Crossover Episode Without Coffee

1h 35m · Published 17 Jul 19:00

Topic

A conversation about the use of technology in architecture, including the evolution of tools and the importance of maintaining a creative mindset. The discussion touches on the idea of what constitutes a "sketch" in the modern era, and the potential pitfalls of relying too heavily on technology in the design process. The hosts also offer a glimpse into their own creative processes and the tools they use to bring their ideas to life.

Episode links

  • Coffee Sketch Podcast
  • Coffee Sketch Podcast on YouTube
  • @archy_typeon Instagram (Cormac)
  • @falloutstudioon instagram (Jamie)
  • @kurtneiswenderon instagram (Kurt)
  • @etroxelon instagram (Evan)

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Archispeak has 339 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 312:29:41. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on July 28th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 21st, 2024 12:10.

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