The Splice Girls Podcast

What happens when two podcasts with a shared passion for the built environment come together? In this special Mini Splice crossover episode, The Splice Girls sit down with Marissa Lamperis Kastrinos and John Williams from FGI's Between the Lines podcast to explore how we attract, support, and empower the next generation of industry professionals. Together, we dive into the importance of mento...

Rory Vaden with The Splice Girls Podcast Success in the built environment isn’t about the fastest path- it’s usually about the hardest one. In this episode, we sit down with Rory Vaden , New York Times bestselling author of Take the Stairs , following his keynote at the ASHE PDC Conference . We tackle the industry’s growing succession crisis , the "overachiever’s dilemma," and why the mo...

In this special in-person session, the Splice Girls—Julie, Julia, and Krista—take the podcast on the road to an active data center campus in West Memphis, Arkansas. Recorded live in front of an incredible crowd of builders to celebrate Women in Construction Week , this episode moves past the small talk and dives straight into what it actually takes to "level up" in the trades. The Splice...

In this special live episode, hosts Julie, Julia, and Krista take the stage at ArchKey Solutions’ POWER Leadership Conference. This wasn't your typical keynote presentation- the tables were turned as inspiring students from the Lake Street Works program took the mic to lead an unscripted dialogue about the future of the trades and the AEC landscape. The conversation dives deep into what it re...

 In this landmark episode, Julie, Julia, and Krista bring Season One of The Splice Girls Podcast to a close by reflecting on the powerful stories, breakthroughs, and challenges that defined their journey. As a significant finale, this episode focuses on key themes essential to the construction industry’s future, including attracting a more diverse workforce to fill talent gaps, creating a truly in...

Get ready for some real talk and real impact! In this power-packed episode of The Splice Girls Podcast , recorded live at the ASHE Healthcare Facilities Innovation Conference , Julie, Julia and Krista dive deep with incredible industry leaders, talking about everything from leveling up your leadership and finding amazing mentors, to gracefully navigating mistakes and learning from them. This conve...

The Splice Girls are buzzing after an inspiring Monday, kicking off with Diana Kander's captivating keynote, "Unleash Your Curiosity." Based on her book, The Curiosity Muscle , Kander challenged attendees to fundamentally rethink problem-solving, particularly by addressing concepts like the blindspots that expertise can create . In this episode, you'll hear directly from some o...

Join the Splice Girls Podcast this week as they take you live to the Healthcare Facilities Innovation Conference (HFIC), thanks to ASHE! In this special episode, Krista, Julie, and Julia interview Lizzie Ortolano, a seasoned association management professional. Lizzie shares her unique path into the field, emphasizing the importance of community, connection, and belonging in building a successful...

Join the Splice Girls Podcast for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Gary Hamilton, author of "From Grit to Glory." This episode dives into Gary's remarkable journey, illustrating how his unwavering grit and resilience transformed adversity into a powerful sense of purpose. Gary shares his passion for healthcare, driven by his personal experiences and a deep commitment to providing...

In this episode, hosts Julie and Krista sit down with Heather Stafford , Associate Dean of Construction Sciences at Dunwoody College (Minneapolis, MN), and Dunwoody alumnus Paul Bison . They tackle key topics: empowering new entrants to the AEC fields , the power of technical education , and fostering inclusivity in construction. Hear Heather's inspiring journey from an unexpected start to a...

Get ready for an inspiring conversation on The Splice Girls Podcast! Hosts Julie, Julia, and Krista are joined by special guest Monica Ross, VP Strategic Projects at ArchKey Solutions. Drawing on 30 years in construction, Monica offers a unique perspective, sharing her journey "from muddy boots to boardrooms." This episode is a must-listen if you're interested in work-life balance ,...

Hosts Julie and Krista welcome special guest Chad Beebe, AIA, CFPS, FASHE, Deputy Executive Director of ASHE and AHA to discuss his journey into the healthcare engineering field after starting in architecture, highlighting the unique and ever-changing nature of healthcare projects. The conversation touches on navigating self-doubt, pushing through imposter syndrome, and the benefits of mentorship...

This episode features a conversation between Julie, Julia, and Krista about their experiences as women in the construction industry and the impact of mentorship on their early careers. In honor of Women's History Month, the hosts share personal anecdotes and discuss the importance of mentorship, emphasizing that it can come in various forms, and from various sources. Tune into this episode fo...

The "Splice Girls Podcast" pilot episode introduces hosts Julie, Julia and Krista, who share their extensive experience in the construction industry and their goal to create an inclusive space for women and individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. They discuss their career journeys, the importance of diversity, and their hopes to inspire and connect professionals through open conv...

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