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Welcome to Building Science Digest, a CertainTeed podcast series that breaks down the science behind healthier, more resilient buildings.
Hosted by Christian Kennedy, each episode features expert guests diving into topics like indoor air quality, moisture management, fire safety, acoustics, thermal comfort, and more!
Whether you're an architect, builder, facility manager, or just curious about how buildings work, this playlist is your go-to resource for practical insights and smarter design strategies. 🎧 Watch full episodes, subscribe for updates, and start building better—one conversation at a time.
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Recent Episodes
Designing Homes for Extreme Weather in the Southeast with Theresa Weston
In the Southeast United States, residential resiliency isn’t only about preparing for extreme weather. It is about managing moisture, humidity, and system performance every day. In this episode of…
Rain Control and Residential Resiliency in New England with Kohta Ueno
New England’s residential buildings are under increasing stress. Heavier rain events, wetter snow, rising temperatures, and an aging housing stock are exposing durability weaknesses that often go…
S2E6 Building Resilient Structures from the Ground Up
When it comes to building science, resilience starts below the surface. In this episode of Building Science Digest, Christian Kennedy sits down with Lisa Semling, Product and Innovation Manager for…
S2E5 Building A Circular Economy
In this episode of Building Science Digest, we chat with Dennis Wilson, VP, ESG & Managing Director, Circular Economy Solutions North America at Saint-Gobain North America, to unpack one of the…
S2E4 The Importance of Resilient, Impact-Resistant Roofs
What makes a roof truly resilient? In this episode of Building Science Digest, we sit down with James White, Senior Product Manager for CertainTeed Residential Roofing, to break down everything you…
S2E3 The Rise of Offsite Construction: Building Homes Faster, Smarter, and Stronger
What does the future of offsite construction look like—and how can it transform the way we build? In this episode of Building Science Digest, Christian Kennedy and Dennis Michaud - Managing…
S2E2 Why Cool Roofs Are Such a Hot Topic
What exactly is a “cool roof,” and why are building codes and communities across the country paying so much attention to them? In this episode of Building Science Digest, host Christian Kennedy sits…
S2E1 The Past, Present, and Future of Solar Technology
Andrew Wickham, Senior Director of Solar Products at CertainTeed, joins Christian Kennedy to unpack the evolution of solar energy—from early inefficiencies to today's high-performance, cost-effective…
S1E6 Designing for Sound Control in the Built Environment
Ever walk into a restaurant, school, or office and feel overwhelmed by the noise? You're not alone—and there's a science behind it. This week's episode of Building Science Digest discusses what it…
S1E5 Heat in the Built Environment
Galen Burrell, Building Science Strategist at Saint-Gobain North America, sits down with Christian Kennedy to discuss how thoughtful design and advanced technologies can shape healthier, more…
S1E4 Light in the Built Environment
This episode features Dr. Ahoo Malekafzali, Building Science Manager at Saint-Gobain North America, as she explores the complex relationship between daylight, glare, views, and occupant well-being in…
S1E3 Building Fire Safety
How can builders enhance fire safety and lower a building’s environmental footprint? In the latest episode of Building Science Digest, we sit down with Remi Goulet—a specialist in heat transfer with…
S1E2 Achieving Indoor Air Comfort
Stanley Gatland - Manager of Building Science & Comfort at Saint-Gobain North America - joins Christian Kennedy to discuss the role that building materials play in creating a healthy, comfortable…
S1E1 Moisture Management in Buildings
Lucas Hamilton - Manager, Applied Building Science at Saint-Gobain North America - joins Christian Kennedy to discuss mold and moisture management in the built environment. The topic is far reaching…
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Building Science Digest has published 14 episodes since March 2025, covering topics in Education, Science.
Building Science Digest is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 27m.
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