Construction Sport Podcast

Episode #088 | Shannon Sullivan Emetophobia is the fear of throwing up, or anything to do with the action. It affects thousands of people, and many don't realise or even believe that recovery is possible. Today, Shannon Sullivan is here to share how she overcame emetophobia, before becoming a coach to help others transform their lives using the same proven programme. The pair also explore how anxi...

Episode #087 | Aaron Robbins Construction has one of the lowest productivity rates of any industry... but why? In this ep, we welcome Aaron Robbins to discuss his research on why construction continues to struggle with productivity, workplace culture, wellbeing and attracting the next generation. The pair also discuss the issue of apprentices being dropped, quantity surveying, Envac systems &...

Episode #086 | Elvin Box Very special guest Elvin Box is with us today - From carpentry to leading major projects, witnessing tragedy on site, battling prostate cancer and becoming a passionate advocate for men's health, he's seen it all. Elvin opens up about the moment he was told "It's cancer" & educates us on how to spot the signs, what the first port of call is, the impact on mental health...

Episode #085 | Steve Gearing Today construction recruiter Steve Gearing joins us for a brutally honest conversation about the issues holding the UK construction industry back. From the apprenticeship crisis and recruitment struggles to mental health, leadership, and why so many good ideas never make it beyond the boardroom. Steve also opens up about living with a vestibular disorder and the role s...

Episode #084 | Alfie Ruffell & Bradlee Williams Today we sit down with Alfie & Brad of SPEAK to discuss their personal journeys, addiction, the reality of mental health in construction, and why the industry needs more than just toolbox talks. The trio explore the pressures facing tradespeople, subcontractors, site managers and business leaders across the UK, including the cost of living cr...

Episode #083 | Dan Carey Next up on the pod! Dan Carey, founder of Core4 - a nationwide construction business specialising in groundworks, scaffolding and commercial projects - shares his journey through the industry. The pair discuss accreditations, growing a business, communication, health & safety, parenting, UK Construction Week, property investment, scaffolding systems and the future of c...

Episode #082 | Josh Gilbert This week, bricklayer from Essex Josh Gilbert joins host Steve for a real conversation about life on site, bricklaying culture, hard graft, boxing & sports, accountability & mindset and the realities of working in construction. As well as bravely discussing the effects of losing someone close to you. Whether you're a bricklayer, labourer, chippy, sparky, plumber...

Episode #081 | Dillon Falvey Today on the pod - Entrepreneur Dillon Falvey joins us to break down the realities of investing, business acquisitions, AI, drinking culture, and what it actually takes to build wealth in today’s world. From founding businesses and surviving failure to understanding what makes a company worth buying, Dillon shares brutally honest insights on money, discipline, growth,...

Episode #080 | Oliver Partington Another special guest today! Managing Director of STABILA UK Oliver Partington joins us to chew the fat on the Mental Health topic, tool theft, college systems & neurodiversity, the impact Super Trowel has on construction culture & what makes a company successful for 130+ years. Oh & why the pair think Arsenal will bottle the league... 🔵 Connect with O...

Episode #079 | Geoff Vincent Today we have a familiar face on the podcast - we sit down again with Geoff Vincent, founder & MD of GVR Solutions, this time as a solo guest, to talk about the reality of the UK construction industry right now. From recapping our 140-mile cycle event from Buckingham Palace to Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station, to discussing the pressures facing tradespeople, mental...

Episode #078 | Russell Stilwell Today, we have a powerful chat with Russell Stilwell, founder of The Padded Cell, to uncover the raw truth behind mental health in the construction industry. From a life-changing site accident to losing his best mate and dad, Russ opens up about trauma, substance abuse, and the harsh realities many tradespeople face but never talk about. The pair dive deep into site...

Episode #077 | Ghitta Basson Next up on the Pod, we have psychotherapist & hypnotherapist Ghitta Basson - who shares what she’s seen working directly on UK construction sites - from Crossrail to Thames Tideway. Being at the forefront of Construction Worker Mental Health for some time now, Ghitta breaks down the real reasons people struggle in silence, what’s happening beneath the surface, and...

Episode #076 | Garry Staines What does success in construction really look like? In this episode we sit down with Garry Staines - MD of GSQ Brickwork and CEO of Site Ready Solutions. From starting as a bricklayer to leading a 250+ workforce, Garry shares the real truth behind success, the pressures of running a business, and why he felt he had to give up alcohol - now 6 years sober. The pair also...

Episode #075 | Yoshimi Douglas-Street #2 Today - we’re back with legend in the game Yoshimi Douglas-Street! From winning awards & reshaping women’s golf: Yoshimi shares her journey, her rebrand, and why creating inclusive opportunities in sport is so powerful for mental health & general wellbeing. PLUS… we officially announce the Construction Sport x ForeHer Collective Golf Day 2026!!! Mor...

Episode #074 | Lee Whitehead & Dan Haynes On today's episode we sit down with Lee Whitehead & Dan Haynes from RiFi - a band that's all about giving the people what they want! The trio talk site-life, their journey, the power of music, Ed Sheeran, and how they’re raising money for The Lost City Campaign with On The Tools - which takes them onto the story behind releasing their World Cup son...

Episode #073 | Ryan Parke Another special guest on the pod today: TEDx Speaker Ryan Parke: The Men's Coach. There’s a lot of noise around testosterone - what it is, what it does, and what men should be doing about it. In this ep, Ryan cuts through the misinformation and brings clarity to the real role testosterone plays, and gives insights on why & how he coaches on mental wellbeing. This isn’...

Episode #072 | Paul Casey This episode means a lot to us at Construction Sport: Legend Paul Casey, one of the original founding members that backed host Steve a very long time ago, has had a relatively tough past couple of years let's say... but now - he's back. Today, he talks all things scaffolding life, but mainly shares his unbelievable journey - liver cirrhosis, 18 months in hospital, sufferi...

Episode #071 | Stef Brennan What is it that drives someone to leave their comfort zone and take on one of the toughest endurance races on the planet? In today's episode we sit down with Stef Brennan, MD of fit-out company Hunters Furniture, who pushed himself to the limit by competing in The Ultimate Ice Ultra - an arctic self-sufficient 230km run/hike in just 5 days... Stef explains why on earth...

Episode #070 | Martyn Price A very special guest this week - we sit down with Martyn Price MBE: a leading voice pushing the UK construction sector forward through industry leadership, training initiatives and cultural change. Martyn shares his journey from carpenter to industry leader, and gives an honest insight into the challenges facing construction today, but also what could be done to help br...

Episode #069 | Jennie Armstrong On this episode, Managing Director of Construction Health & Wellbeing Jennie Armstrong joins the podcast to talk about the real health crisis facing the construction industry. From her nursing background and working on big projects to do with the Olympics & Thames Tideway, to tackling long-term injuries, outdated site attitudes, and mental health stigma, Jen...

Episode #068 | Rob Hisee What if real change doesn’t start consciously? In this episode, we sit down with Rob Hisee to break down unconscious mind therapy, why behaviour patterns repeat, and what actually helps people improve their mental health long term. Rob shares his journey from a working-class upbringing to helping people transform their lives through mindset work, breathwork and community....

Episode #067 | Jan Cruickshank Ex-CITB Employee Jan Cruickshank speaks publicly about her experience of alleged sexual assault in a workplace environment, and the battle for justice that followed. From the moment everything changed… to the aftermath, isolation, and the ongoing fight for accountability, this story raises urgent questions for the entire construction industry: Are workers truly prote...

Episode #066 | Dulcie Lewis & Dan Purkis In this episode, we’re joined by Dulcie Lewis and Dan Purkis from VINCI Facilities Building Solutions to explore how modern construction can lead by example: 🔹 Apprenticeships and early careers in construction 🔹 How VINCI supports wellbeing, ESG and inclusion 🔹 Major UK infrastructure and facilities projects 🔹 Working with prisons and rehabilitation...

Episode #065 | Anthony Hegarty Welcome to one of our most in-depth, intriguing & thought-provoking conversations yet. We sat down with former New Scotland Yard Detective Anthony Hegarty, who now works across the globe as a senior investigator in construction risk management. Anthony is also the author of The Crane Report, an extensive & investigative article on suicide, fatalities, culture...

Episode #064 | Ash Howard On today's episode, we welcome Ash Howard from Kiely Group, one of the UK’s leading road resurfacing contractors. Ash discusses the harsh reality faced by road workers who put themselves in danger daily to keep Britain moving. The pair dive deep into working pressures, mental health, hierarchies & also find common ground in sports & rugby life. 🔵 Connect with Ash...