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EP #086: Maintenance, Government Funds and Concrete Bridges

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth and Dan McCoy discuss the maintenance and funding of bridges in the United States. They address questions about the responsibility of bridge maintenance, the allocation of g...

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May 7, 2024

EP #086: Maintenance, Government Funds and Concrete Bridges

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth and Dan McCoy discuss the maintenance and funding of bridges in the United States. They address questions about the responsibility of bridge maintenance, the allocation of …
April 25, 2024

EP #085: Dr. Concrete Answers Hokie Queries

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, Seth and Dr. Belkowitz answer questions from students at Virginia Tech about concrete mix design. They discuss the role of aggregate size in a mix design, its impact on the cost…
April 18, 2024

EP #084: The Concrete Path to Stratospheric Success

In this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, host Seth Tandett answers questions from students at Virginia Tech about career advice and the inspiration behind the podcast. He discusses the benefits of staying with one comp…
April 11, 2024

EP #083: Laser Scanning’s Role in Concrete Construction

In this episode, Seth interviews Leo Zhang, a virtual construction manager and chair of ACI 117 subcommittee 117 L, who discusses using laser scanning in concrete construction. He explains that laser scanning is a form of re…
April 4, 2024

EP #082: The Art of Concrete

In this episode, Seth interviews Simon Tippel from Phoenix Concrete Works. Simon specializes in decorative concrete, including countertops, fire bowls, wall claddings, and more. They discuss the advantages of concrete counte…
March 28, 2024

EP #081: Beyond the Big Bad CO2: Why Concrete is the Hero of Sustainability Stories

In this Concrete Logic Podcast episode, Aaron Fisher discusses the importance of engaging with sustainability in the concrete industry. He highlights the need for concrete professionals to be part of the conversation and inf…

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The Embodied Carbon Fallacy: Why CO2 Isn't the Only Metric That Matters

Introduction In the pursuit of sustainability, the focus has largely been on reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. While this is undoubtedly crucial, it presents an oversimplification of the issue. Embodied carbon, which refers to the CO2 produc…

About the Host

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Seth Tandett

Meet Seth Tandett, our charismatic podcast host who’s as solid as the concrete he works with! Hailing from the vibrant city of Richmond, Virginia, Seth is a master of all things concrete. He’s been part of teams delivering top-notch, turnkey concrete construction services across central and southern Virginia, and his projects are like his favorite cup of coffee - strong, smooth, and always served ahead of time!

Seth’s professional journey is as diverse as the buildings he’s worked on. From multi-level structural concrete to data centers and federal facilities, he’s done it all. Currently, he’s flexing his business development muscles at Baker Concrete Construction, Inc., while also serving up insightful conversations on the Concrete Logic podcast.

When he’s not talking concrete or assisting clients with upcoming projects, Seth loves diving into economics, exploring American history, and going hunting and fishing. But the real cornerstone of his life? His family! Seth is a proud husband and father of four amazing kids. His family is his biggest project and his greatest achievement.

So tune in to the Concrete Logic podcast where Seth brings his unique blend of professional expertise, personal insights, and a dash of humor to every episode. Get ready for some solid conversations!