All Episodes

May 28, 2025 36 mins

Aris Papadopoulos is a 9/11 World Trade Center survivor, veteran of the construction industry, and global leader in disaster resilience. He is the founder of the Resilience Action Fund, author of Resilienomics, and producer of two eye-opening documentaries that challenge how we think about the homes and buildings we live in.

 

In today’s episode, Aris joins me to share the gripping story of the morning he narrowly escaped death and how that moment completely changed the course of his life and career in construction.

 

Aris explains the dangers of prioritizing cosmetics over resilience, and the costly mistakes that lead most homeowners to unknowingly live in vulnerable structures or make poor decisions during renovations.

 

We unpack the silent dangers that many homeowners overlook, the common mistakes people make when buying or upgrading a home, and what you can do to make smarter, safer choices. We also talk about overlooked warning signs, the real role of building codes, and what insurance companies know that most buyers don’t.

 

Join us to learn: how to avoid top home-buying mistakes, what insurance companies know (that homeowners don’t), and practical upgrades to protect your family, finances, and future.

Aris Papadopoulos's Links:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aris-papadopoulos-bb3584141/

Connect with Hilary:


Website: https://therelaunchco.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilarydecesare/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReLaunchCo


Interested in being a guest on the ReLaunch Podcast or booking Hilary as a guest? Email us at hello@therelaunchco.com


Find Us on Your Favorite Podcast App – https://the-silver-lined-relaunch.captivate.fm/listen

Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Law & Order: Criminal Justice System - Season 1 & Season 2

Law & Order: Criminal Justice System - Season 1 & Season 2

Season Two Out Now! Law & Order: Criminal Justice System tells the real stories behind the landmark cases that have shaped how the most dangerous and influential criminals in America are prosecuted. In its second season, the series tackles the threat of terrorism in the United States. From the rise of extremist political groups in the 60s to domestic lone wolves in the modern day, we explore how organizations like the FBI and Joint Terrorism Take Force have evolved to fight back against a multitude of terrorist threats.

Dateline NBC

Dateline NBC

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.