Concrete Logic Podcast: Building Knowledge and Pouring Wisdom, One Episode at a Time

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Oct. 5, 2023

EP #062: Dr. Concrete's Top 5 Concrete Tech

What existing concrete technology is making the biggest impact in the industry? Join us for this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast as Dr. Jon Belkowitz of Intelligent Concrete returns to the show to share his top 5 concrete technologies that are currently making a difference in the concrete industry.…

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Sept. 28, 2023

EP #061: Capturing the Concrete Boogeyman

What is carbon capture? Why is CO2, the gas that we all exhale, considered a pollutant when it comes to producing concrete? This Concrete Logic Podcast episode features a special guest, John Kline, a seasoned chemical engineer with a rich 50-year career in the cement industry. John has worn many…

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Sept. 28, 2023

EP #061: Capturing the Concrete Boogeyman

What is carbon capture? Why is CO2, the gas that we all exhale, considered a pollutant when it comes to producing concrete? This Concrete Logic Podcast episode features a special guest, John Kline, a seasoned chemical engineer with a rich 50-year career in the cement industry. John has worn many…

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Sept. 22, 2023

EP #060: Concrete's Lightweight Champion

How light can concrete get? On this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, we’re diving into the world of cellular concrete with Kirk Roberts, Vice President of Preconstruction at CJGeo. In this episode, we’ll explore the fascinating world of cellular concrete. What is it? How does it differ from traditional…

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Sept. 21, 2023

EP #060: Concrete's Lightweight Champion

How light can concrete get? On this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast, we’re diving into the world of cellular concrete with Kirk Roberts, Vice President of Preconstruction at CJGeo. In this episode, we’ll explore the fascinating world of cellular concrete. What is it? How does it differ from traditional…

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Sept. 8, 2023

EP #059: Skate 4 Concrete

Welcome to another thrilling episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast! Today, we’re breaking the mold and diving into a unique intersection of concrete and… skateboarding? That’s right! We’re joined by Crystal Howard, the innovative mind behind Project Cornerstone and the Skate for Concrete program. Crystal has ingeniously combined the thrill…

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Sept. 7, 2023

EP #059: Skate 4 Concrete

Welcome to another thrilling episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast! Today, we’re breaking the mold and diving into a unique intersection of concrete and… skateboarding? That’s right! We’re joined by Crystal Howard, the innovative mind behind Project Cornerstone and the Skate for Concrete program. Crystal has ingeniously combined the thrill…

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Aug. 30, 2023

EP #036: Glue Water is a Concrete Culprit

Flooring can be a sticky situation for concrete contractors on construction projects. When the flooring won't adhere to the concrete or if the installed floor starts to bubble up, guess what gets the blame? That's right - the concrete! In this episode of the Concrete Logic podcast, Dean Craft of…

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Aug. 24, 2023

EP #058 Matt McCombs edited

Get ready for a no-holds-barred conversation on the Concrete Logic Podcast! In this episode, we’re bringing back Matt “Mr. Concrete” McCombs, a veteran of the ready-mix industry and a die-hard Ohio State Buckeyes fan. We’re diving deep into the controversial topics that are shaking up the concrete industry. From the…

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Aug. 24, 2023

EP #058: Challenging Concrete Trends: AI, CO2 Emissions, & Type 1L

Get ready for a no-holds-barred conversation on the Concrete Logic Podcast! In this episode, we’re bringing back Matt “Mr. Concrete” McCombs, a veteran of the ready-mix industry and a die-hard Ohio State Buckeyes fan. We’re diving deep into the controversial topics that are shaking up the concrete industry. From the…

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Aug. 17, 2023

EP #057: Concrete Chemistry from Cement's Perspective

Join us on the latest episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast as we delve into the intricacies of cement production with industry veterans Pete Paone and Robert Higgins. We’re pulling back the curtain on cement kiln dust, its types, production methods, and alkali content. With over two decades of experience,…

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Aug. 17, 2023

EP #057: Concrete Chemistry from Cement's Perspective

Join us on the latest episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast as we delve into the intricacies of cement production with industry veterans Pete Paone and Robert Higgins. We’re pulling back the curtain on cement kiln dust, its types, production methods, and alkali content. With over two decades of experience,…

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Aug. 10, 2023

EP #056: Concrete's Potential

🎧 Join us on the Concrete Logic Podcast as we explore the fascinating world of concrete alkalinity and its impact on the longevity of concrete structures. Our returning guest, Robert Higgins, sheds light on the changes in cement production over the last century, including the introduction of higher alkaline content…

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Aug. 10, 2023

EP #056: Concrete's Potential

🎧 Join us on the Concrete Logic Podcast as we explore the fascinating world of concrete alkalinity and its impact on the longevity of concrete structures. Our returning guest, Robert Higgins, sheds light on the changes in cement production over the last century, including the introduction of higher alkaline content…

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July 27, 2023

EP #055: Concrete Logic Origin

Ever wondered how an MBA dropout could end up as a business development executive in the concrete industry? Or how a podcast could change the way we think about concrete? In this episode of ‘Concrete Logic Origin’, we dive into Seth’s fascinating journey from academia to the concrete industry, and…

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July 20, 2023

EP #054: Concrete Contractors' 12 Most Essential Books

📚👷‍♂️ Are you a concrete contractor or just passionate about the industry? Don’t miss our latest episode, “Concrete Contractors’ 12 Most Essential Books”! 🎧 We’ve got Jim Klinger from the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) sharing his top book recommendations for anyone in the field. 📖 From technical guides…

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July 20, 2023

EP #054: Concrete Contractors' 12 Most Essential Books

📚👷‍♂️ Are you a concrete contractor or just passionate about the industry? Don’t miss our latest episode, “Concrete Contractors’ 12 Most Essential Books”! 🎧 We’ve got Jim Klinger from the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) sharing his top book recommendations for anyone in the field. 📖 From technical guides…

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July 12, 2023

EP #037 Straightedge Concrete

Did you know that Division 9 Floor Covering specifications have concrete floor flatness requirements that don't line up with Division 3 Concrete tolerances? Does the concrete contractor on your project even know there is a Division 9 specification??? In this podcast episode of Concrete Logic, Keith Robinson of DIALOG joins…

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July 5, 2023

EP #041 - Typical Concrete Vapor Barrier Detail Defies Science

Are we detailing the placement of vapor barrier in the typical slab-on-ground design all wrong? When moisture develops on a concrete surface, where is it coming from? Below the surface or above? Bob Higgins, a concrete and waterproofing expert, joins the podcast to help us answer these questions. We discuss…

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July 5, 2023

EP #048 - Concrete Combat

Get ready for an exciting and unique episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast! In this episode, Dirk Tharpe from Sakrete joins host Seth to discuss an amazing project he was involved in: the Concrete Combat show! This game show idea became a reality, bringing together contestants from the concrete and…

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July 5, 2023

EP #049 - Unveiling Concrete Innovators

Curious about the one of the government's driving force behind groundbreaking innovations in the construction industry? Join Seth as he engages in a riveting conversation with Joseph King, an esteemed authority on sustainable construction and energy innovation. Gain exclusive access to the inner workings of the Department of Energy's ARPA-E…

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June 29, 2023

EP #053: Colloidal Silica: Concrete's Next SCM

🎙️🔊 Attention all builders, innovators, and curious minds! Don’t miss this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast where host Seth is joined by the remarkable Dr. Jon Belkowitz, a concrete guru and patent-holder, who’s here to demystify the world of colloidal silica! 💡🧱 Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just…

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June 29, 2023

EP #053: Colloidal Silica: Concrete's Next SCM

🎙️🔊 Attention all builders, innovators, and curious minds! Don’t miss this episode of the Concrete Logic Podcast where host Seth is joined by the remarkable Dr. Jon Belkowitz, a concrete guru and patent-holder, who’s here to demystify the world of colloidal silica! 💡🧱 Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just…

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June 22, 2023

EP #052: Concrete Phoenix Rises

Join us on the Concrete Logic podcast as we dive deep into the fascinating world of water-cement ratio and its crucial impact on the strength and durability of concrete. Special guest Tyler Ley, renowned concrete expert and YouTube sensation, unveils a groundbreaking new water-cement ratio test that will revolutionize the…

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