Stirring The Pot
Created by metal minds for metal minds – join us for practical conversations that get to the nuts and bolts of the metals industry here in New Zealand. Connect with leaders & experts from across the globe who talk overcoming key industry challenges, and influencers who cast their eyes to the future. Perfect if you’re time poor but want to keep your finger on the pulse. Prepare to be challenged, informed & inspired!
Episodes
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Matt Ensor.
AI strategist and industry innovator — he unpacks what the rise of AI really means for the construction sector. From practical tools to mindset shifts, Matt shares his take on where we’re already seeing AI in action (even if we don’t realise it), the challenges we need to prepare for, and how to take the first step if your business hasn’t yet made the le...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot, we’re having a kōrero with Maryam Hasanali.
Maryam is a structural research engineer at HERA and the brain behind the scenes driving our newly launched software tool, CompWebPen.
Join us as we dive into the thinking, coding, and collaboration that brought CompWebPen to life – a tool designed to simplify the analysis and design of composite steel–concrete beams with web penetrations. Maryam shares...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Lydia Frater.
Lydia's journey through her HERA internship has been nothing short of transformative. As a third-year engineering student at UC, she stepped into the world of structural fire engineering with minimal prior exposure—only to come out with hands-on experience, deep insights, and a newfound passion for the field. From modelling structural members to analys...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Louise Jordaan.
Workplace safety is more than compliance, it’s about fostering a culture where employees feel responsible and empowered to speak up. In this episode, we discuss shifting from a “tick-box” approach to real conversations that drive change. Louise from Site Safe NZ shares insights on helping businesses see safety as an investment rather than an expense.
Open ...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Patrick Fenemor.
Ensuring safety in welding is crucial for protecting workers, minimising long-term health risks, and keeping industries running smoothly. In this episode, we explore the hidden dangers welders face, from toxic fumes and radiation to electrocution hazards and hearing damage.
Advancements in technology, such as voltage reduction devices (VRD) and improved v...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Mayank Shrivastava.
Fire protection is about more than just buildings—it is about saving lives, ensuring resilience, and keeping businesses running. In this episode, we explore the challenges of modern fire safety in steel and hybrid construction. With new materials and building techniques emerging, engineers must find ways to balance cost, sustainability, and safety whi...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Jeremy Sole.
Jeremy, Executive Officer of the Sustainable Steel Council (SSC), shares the council’s key initiatives for 2025. SSC is launching a Green Star-related audit scheme to help the steel industry meet sustainability standards and has finalized its roadmap to carbon zero by 2050. These efforts aim to support industry members in adapting to evolving regulations and...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Kaveh Andisheh.
Kaveh is the project led for the theme of Monitoring 4.0 in the Endeavour Funded and HERA led Ngākopa Construction 4.0 research project. We dive into Monitoring 4.0 and speak about how it is revolutionising structural health by using cutting-edge technology and real-time data to make construction smarter, safer, and more sustainable. From detect...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Grier and Jill Fuller.
We explore the award-winning Hinuera Sheds project with Steelworks NZ, a standout example of sustainable construction. The team shares how they transformed a demolished shed into a world-class structure, earning global recognition at the ConstructSteel Awards. Learn how they overcame challenges like compliance and quality assurance to successfully ...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Kenneth Husted.
Unlock the secrets of successful tech transfer in the construction industry with our insightful discussion on the Endeavour Funded and HERA led Ngākopa Construction 4.0 research project!
Kenneth, project lead for the theme of Knowledge Transfer, shares how this unique initiative prioritises not only developing new technologies but ensur...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Professor Xun Xu.
Is data connectivity the key to transforming the construction industry? In this episode, we talk with Xun, who is the project led for the theme of Data Connectivity and Standardisation in the Endeavour Funded and HERA led Ngākopa Construction 4.0 research project.
We talk about the impact of data standardisation on real-time decision-...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Michail Karpenko, Kaveh Andisheh and Holger Heinzel.
In this episode, Michail, Kaveh, and Holger discuss the transformative concept of circular design in the context of Construction 4.0. Circular design focuses on reusing materials to extend their lifespan, reducing waste, and promoting sustainability. Unlike traditional models, which often lead to material disposal, cir...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Helena Gervasio.
What if the key to a sustainable future lies with structural engineers? Join us as Associate Professor Helena Gervasio, from the University of Coimbra in Portugal, and HERA Structural Systems GM Kaveh Andisheh, delve into the crucial role of sustainability in construction.
With Helenas background in structural engineering, she explains how Life Cycle Anal...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Sarah McLaren.
In this episode, we chat with Sarah McLaren, Professor in Life Cycle Management at Massey University, and Sustainable Future Project Lead for the HERA led and Endeavour Funded Construction 4.0 research, about the evolving world of dynamic Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
Sarah breaks down the key differences between static and dynamic LCA, emphasising how asses...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Yvonne Chan Cashmore.
This podcast delves into the transformative concept of Interactive Healing Environments (IHEs) and their potential to enhance urban well-being. Dr. Yvonne Chan Cashmore, Associate Dean of Engagement for Auckland University of Technology (AUT), shares insights from her research on how IHEs not only improve individual health but also promote social co...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Robert Amor.
Robert Amor, Emerging Technologies Project Lead for HERA’s Construction 4.0 research, breaks down BIM as both a detailed model and a collaborative process. Discover how BIM’s data capabilities go beyond geometry to improve safety, heritage preservation, and cost management.
We explore the challenges of BIM implementation, such as data standardisatio...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re having a kōrero with Phil Alexander-Crawford.
As CEO at Hanga Aro Rau Workforce Development Council (WDC), Phil leads the discussion on transforming vocational education, forging strong industry partnerships, and embracing workforce diversity.
Phil breaks down the staggering need to fill over 157,000 jobs by 2029 in key sectors like manufacturing, engineering, and logistics and stresses the i...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re talking with Dr Alice Chang-Richards, Dr Yuqian Lu and Dr Yang Zou.
All based out of the University of Auckland, together they make up the research team focused on Smart Construction in the HERA led and Endeavour Funded Construction 4.0 research via MBIE: “Developing a Construction 4.0 transformation of Aotearoa New Zealand’s construction sector,”
Join us as we explore the technological shift...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re talking with Naomi Manu.
Join us in this enlightening episode with Naomi Manu, founder of Pūhoro STEMM Academy and co-founder of Auraki Group, as we discuss the Tohu app. This innovative tool integrates traditional Māori practices for culturally grounded career mapping for Māori youth. Naomi explains how the app educates users about Māori values and community contributions, bridging gaps in ...
In this episode of Stirring the Pot we’re talking with Saul Roberts, Fleur Palmer, and Patricia Te Whatu.
Together, they delve into the steps taken to blend Māori knowledge systems and tikanga to represent modern construction practices through the lens of the Endeavour Funded Construction 4.0 project, Ngākopa. They discuss the integration of Māori perspectives into contemporary construction methodologies, highlighting the significan...
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