Hard Hat Chat – The UK Construction Podcast

Real voices, stories and lessons from UK construction

Hard Hat Chat brings you straight into the conversations shaping UK construction. Hosted by Core4’s Dan and Curt, it draws on hands-on experience from both on site and behind the scenes of UK construction.

A no-nonsense look at the industry, shaped by years spent working in it and a genuine interest in what’s happening, what’s changing and what people in construction actually think about it.

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REAL CONVERSATIONS

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INDUSTRY INSIGHT

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PRACTICAL TAKEAWAYS

Construction, as it actually is

A UK construction podcast that brings together the view from the front line with the realities of running a business in the industry.

Hard Hat Chat gets into the projects, problems and bigger questions facing UK construction. What’s happening on site as well as the economic pressures affecting the whole industry.
People who work in construction talking about what it’s really like.

New episodes are released weekly in seasons and are available wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which podcast episode would you recommend to a first time listener?

“Labour and Workforce Issues in Construction“, is a good place to start. It tackles an issue that affects the whole industry and gives you a good feel for the kind of conversations we have on the podcast.

Who is the podcast for?

Fans of construction and people that work within the industry

What kinds of topics do you discuss?

We talk about the issues that actually matter to people working in construction. That includes the economic pressures facing the sector, what’s happening on site, workforce challenges, major projects, everyday jobs and the wider issues shaping where the industry goes next.

What makes the conversations different from other construction podcasts?

This is definitely not a polished podcast, but we have a lot of fun. It’s informed by experience, but is very much a conversation between two people who genuinely care about construction.

Who are the hosts of Hard Hat Chat?

Dan Carey – the founder of Core4 and Curt Hull – Core4 General Manager.

Why should I listen to Hard Hat Chat?

The podcast is entertaining but also shares real perspectives on what it’s actually like to work in construction and run a business within it. Dan, Curt and their guests talk about the things they’re dealing with, the lessons they’ve learned and the issues they have opinions on – without pretending they have all the answers. It’s a chance to hear construction discussed by people who are right in the middle of it and they have a laugh while doing it. Expect honest insights, industry talk, great guests, and a bit of banter from the front line of the world’s most important sector.

Where can people listen to Hard Hat Chat?

Hard Hat Chat is available wherever you usually listen to podcasts, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.