BE Sustainable Episode 8: Can We Solve the Wellbeing Crisis, Pt.1 - w/ Jason Ratcliffe

BE Sustainable Episode 8: Can We Solve the Wellbeing Crisis, Pt.1 - w/ Jason Ratcliffe

Author: University of the Built Environment February 25, 2025 Duration: 25:49
Do we understand the impact the built environment has on our physical and mental health? Jason Ratcliffe, TedX Organiser, founder of The Home Health Expert and alumni of UCEM, doesn’t think so. In the first of this three-part feature of the BE Sustainable podcast, Jason joins our host, Mike Speight, to dive into the relationship between human health and the buildings we inhabit, and how this remaining unexplored is affecting our daily lives. The topics discussed in this episode include: -...

For anyone curious about the forces shaping our cities, skylines, and the very spaces we live and work in, University of the Built Environment offers a thoughtful look behind the scenes. This podcast comes directly from the institution of the same name, a specialist in supported online education for this vital sector. Each episode delves into the practical realities and future trends of the construction and real estate industries, moving beyond theory to explore how these fields operate today. You’ll hear from a wide range of voices, including current students navigating their online studies, graduates applying their knowledge in the professional world, and experienced staff members who bring academic rigour to complex subjects. The conversations are grounded and informative, providing a genuine sense of what it means to learn and build a career in this dynamic area. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a student considering your options, or simply fascinated by the built world around you, this series connects the dots between education and industry. It’s a chance to listen in on discussions that are shaping the future of our environment, one project and one idea at a time.
Author: Language: en-gb Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
Episode 15: Should We Bin the Brick? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:09
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Episode 13: The Next Generation - with Kian Bruney and Jake Wright [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:26
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