The Punch List Podcast
The Punch List Podcast is where builders, remodelers, and design professionals come together to explore the business and craft of custom residential construction. Through candid interviews and real-world stories, hosts Ian, Matt, and Jen share ideas, lessons, and laughs from the office to the job site.
Podcasting since 2021 • 40 episodes
The Punch List Podcast
Latest Episodes
Episode 40: Distilling the Housing Economy: Part 1 with Dr. Alex Stewart
In this first of a two-part series, Ian and Matt welcome Dr. Alex Stewart of The Market Distillery to The Punch List Podcast. Together, they unpack the housing economy and explore how broader market trends connect to custom home building and re...
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Episode 39: Breaking Down Price Per Square Foot: Why Every Build Is Different
When clients ask for a per-square-foot cost, the answer usually starts with “it all depends.” In this episode, Ian and Matt sit down with Steve Morgan of Riverside Homes Custom to unpack the key factors that shape the cost of a custom build. Yo...
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Episode 38: The Power of the Process: Matt Birdwell on Relationships & Results in Custom Homebuilding.
Matt Birdwell goes from host to guest on this episode to talk about how clear systems, strong culture, and a focus on the client experience lead to consistent success.
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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 t...
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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 som...
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