Behind the Barricade

Behind the Barricade

Jim Christian

Episodes 8
Avg. Duration 22m
Activity Highly Active
Since Oct 2025
Latest Episode Feb 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
70%
Hosting
feeds.buzzsprout.com

About This Podcast

Most construction issues don’t start in the field.They start behind the scenes. With misaligned systems, siloed teams, and owners left in the dark.Behind the Barricade pulls back the curtain on what really derails timelines, budgets, and trust.Each episode, we talk with construction leaders, project owners, and field experts who’ve faced the chaos.... and found a better way through.We cover:-What went wrong (and why)-How they turned it around-The systems and strategies that actually workThis isn’t PR. It’s a pressure test for how construction is led.Because when owners see the truth, they lead differently.

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Recent Episodes

S1E8 Why Systems Are More Powerful Than Habits in Breaking Performance Barriers

Feb 25, 2026 36m

In this episode of Behind the Barricade, Jim Christian interviews Roy Barberry, a seasoned entrepreneur and market manager at 84 Lumber. Roy shares his journey from a young boy working in his…

S1E7 Unlocking Retail Construction Success with Pat Flood

Feb 11, 2026 27m

In this episode of Behind the Barricade, Jim Christian speaks with Pat Flood, founder and CEO of Quarter 20, about the intricacies of retail construction and design. They discuss Pat's journey into…

Against the Deadline: How Urgency and Communication Deliver Results

Jan 28, 2026 16m

In this episode, host Jim welcomes Adam Hirsch, CEO of Hirsch Construction Corp, to discuss breakthroughs in the construction industry. Adam shares his journey into the family business, emphasizing…

Fostering Collaboration in Project Management with Rachel Zsembery

Jan 14, 2026 30m

In this episode of "Behind the Barricades," host Jim Christian sits down with Rachel Zsembery, President and CEO of Bergmeyer, to explore the evolving landscape of the construction industry. Rachel…

S1 Wrapped: Lessons from 2025, Vision for 2026

Dec 31, 2025 7m Bonus

In the final episode of 2025, Jim Christian, founder and CEO, shares his insights on performance breakthroughs in the construction industry. He emphasizes the importance of controlling one's…

S1E2 Value Engineering Unveiled: Insights from Tim Patrie

Dec 17, 2025 26m

In this episode of "Behind the Barricade," host Jim Christian welcomes Tim Patrie, an expert in the construction industry, to discuss the nuances of value engineering. Tim shares his journey from…

S1E1 From Planning to Execution: Ensuring Project Excellence with Virginia Grant, Vice President of Store Development for Luxottica

Dec 03, 2025 32m

In this episode of "Behind the Barricade," host Jim Christian sits down with Virginia Grant, Vice President of Store Development for Luxottica. Virginia shares her inspiring journey from a teaching…

S1 Trailer: Welcome to Behind the Barricade: Performance Breakthroughs In Construction

Oct 27, 2025 3m

Construction looks clean on paper. In reality, it’s chaos. Delayed permits, blown budgets, and miscommunication that can make or break a project. In this short intro, host Jim Christian lays out why…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Behind the Barricade have?

Behind the Barricade has published 8 episodes since October 2025, covering topics in Business, Careers.

Is Behind the Barricade still active?

Behind the Barricade is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 22m.

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