The Atomic Construction Podcast

Kevin Hohe sits down with Lisa Pickell, CEO of Orren Pickell Builders and a powerful voice in the construction industry. Lisa shares her journey from growing up in a family business to becoming a leader in her own right - driven by curiosity, a passion for design, and a deep respect for the trades. Lisa opens up about the importance of early communication, mentorship, and empathy, and why being pa...

Kevin Hohe sits down with David Dastur of Jensen Halstead, an architectural firm with roots going back to 1868. David shares insights into the world of healthcare and senior living design, the unique challenges of working in highly specialized sectors, and why effective communication between architects, engineers, and contractors is critical for a successful project. Atomic Construction website -...

Kevin Hohe sits down with Josh Libby to explore his journey from small-town Illinois to the solar energy sector, and what it really takes to build a career in the trades. Atomic Construction website - https://www.ivoryimpact.com/atomic-construction

Kevin Hohe and Kyle Nitchen dive into what it really means to lead in the construction industry. This is a conversation about more than job titles - it's about how leadership is shaped by self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the willingness to grow through challenges. Atomic Construction website - https://www.ivoryimpact.com/atomic-construction

Kevin Hohe is joined by fellow construction pro Kyle Nitchen for a down-to-earth conversation about their journeys in the industry—where they started, what they’ve learned, and what they think needs to change.  Atomic Construction website - https://www.ivoryimpact.com/atomic-construction

Kevin Hohe and Kyle Nitchen are back, diving into the real-life challenges of scaling a business in the construction world. From navigating the complex relationship between owners and subcontractors to finding (and keeping) great talent. Kyle and Kevin get real about the need to bring respect and prestige back to the trades, and how leadership, storytelling, and community can help shift the narrat...

Kevin Hohe and Kyle Nitchen go deep on some of the most important (but often overlooked) aspects of the construction industry—like safety, financial health, and why pre-qualification matters more than you might think.  Atomic Construction website - https://www.ivoryimpact.com/atomic-construction

Kyle Nitchen joins Kevin Hohe to break down the ideas behind his book, No Bullshit Project , a refreshingly honest take on what it really takes to manage successful construction projects.  Atomic Construction website - https://www.ivoryimpact.com/atomic-construction

Kevin Hohe sits down with Joel Spalding for a powerful conversation about leadership, mindset, and the real-world challenges of growing in the construction industry. From general contractor to subcontractor, Joel shares the lessons learned along the way, the importance of thinking bigger, and why setting ambitious goals and building strong team culture are non-negotiables. Atomic Construction webs...

This is the Atomic Construction Podcast ; the show where we break down what it really takes to build better projects, stronger teams, and a more respected construction industry. Hosted by Kevin Hohe…construction leader and lifelong learner. Every week, he sits down with people who are out there doing the work, like Kyle Nitchen, to talk honestly about the challenges, wins, and wild stories behind...