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USModernist Radio - Architecture You Love

USModernist Radio
Modernist Architecture
Architecture
Asian-American Architects
Marcel Breuer
Modernism
Tom Kundig
Cape Cod
Alvar Aalto
Aino Aalto
Isamu Noguchi
Sustainable Design
Pimeo Sanatorium
Cheska Chair
Aalto Foundation
Bauhaus
Japanese-American Internment
Modernism Week
Palm Springs
Mid-Century Architecture
Women In Architecture

Listen to one of America's top-rated architecture podcasts as the USModernist® Radio crew talks and laughs with fascinating people who own, create, love, and hate Modernist architecture, the most controversial houses and buildings in the world.

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Latest Episodes

Our first guest Volker Welter uncovers how architect Leopold Fischer fled Europe to shape Modernism in the US. We have Cranbrook Museum's Chief Curator Andrew Blauvelt, and later, musical guests Gregg and Kathy Gelb in a tribute to Paul Montgomery.

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We've dug into the podcast vault to bring back two interviews with internationally respected architects Moshe Safdie and Danlel Libeskind.

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Shane Hood safeguards Tulsa's architectural gems. Peter Maunu lovingly restored Frank Lloyd Wright's Lamberson House in Iowa. Emily Almloff, the youngest licensed architect in the US, is transforming hospitals across the Midwest. Later, musical guest... more

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First up, three prolific architecture authors: Alan Hess, Dominic Bradbury, and Sam Lubell. Then we meet Harper Halprin and Aaron Leshtz of AAHA Studio — a marriage proving that design collaboration isn't just for coworkers. And later, Montreal-born ... more

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Recent Guests

Shane Hood
Principal at Align Design Group, focusing on Tulsa's architecture and community projects
Align Design Group
Episode: #432/Tulsa's Shane Hood + Iowa's Peter Maunu + Architect Emily Almloff + Musical Guests Danger Hall
Peter Maunu
Musician and design enthusiast, restored Frank Lloyd Wright's Jack Lamberson House
Episode: #432/Tulsa's Shane Hood + Iowa's Peter Maunu + Architect Emily Almloff + Musical Guests Danger Hall
Emily Almloff
Youngest licensed architect in the US; specializes in healthcare architecture
University of Kansas
Episode: #432/Tulsa's Shane Hood + Iowa's Peter Maunu + Architect Emily Almloff + Musical Guests Danger Hall
Harper Halpern
Co-founder of AAHA Studio, focuses on architectural design
AAHA Studio
Episode: #431/A Fistful of Modernism: Prolific Authors Alan Hess + Dominic Bradbury + Sam Lubell + Architects Harper Halprin and Aaron Leshtz + Musical Guest Steve Rosenbloom Big Band
Aaron Lesh
Co-founder of AAHA Studio, specializes in modern home designs
AAHA Studio
Episode: #431/A Fistful of Modernism: Prolific Authors Alan Hess + Dominic Bradbury + Sam Lubell + Architects Harper Halprin and Aaron Leshtz + Musical Guest Steve Rosenbloom Big Band
Steve Rosenbloom
Montreal-born jazz saxophonist and leader of a big band
Episode: #431/A Fistful of Modernism: Prolific Authors Alan Hess + Dominic Bradbury + Sam Lubell + Architects Harper Halprin and Aaron Leshtz + Musical Guest Steve Rosenbloom Big Band
Aidan Anderson
Former carpenter turned media brand founder
The Local Project
Episode: #430/Local Project's Aidan Anderson + Rattan Man Harvey Schwartz + UK's Hugh Martin
Harvey G. Schwartz
Rattan furniture expert known as the Rattan Man
Harvey's on Beverly
Episode: #430/Local Project's Aidan Anderson + Rattan Man Harvey Schwartz + UK's Hugh Martin
Hugh Martin
Co-founder of the UK Modern House Index
UK Modern House Index
Episode: #430/Local Project's Aidan Anderson + Rattan Man Harvey Schwartz + UK's Hugh Martin

Host

George Smart
Host who introduces guests and topics, emphasizing modernist architecture and its impact.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • New listener.

    Great guests and eclectic reviews!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    janetweiss
    United States2 years ago
  • Magic of Mid Century Modernism

    Thank you for the wonderful podcast, the interviews are so good and provide so much information. I’ve read many books and toured many projects over the last 30 + years but this podcast has provided such a full and evocative picture on the People, context of so many great known and lesser known projects.

    Keep up the great interviews, have passed on many to my architect, developer and friends who enjoy mid modern!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M Woodstock
    Canada2 years ago
  • Still a waste of time.

    Thought I’d give this podcast a second chance, but nothing has changed. The hosts are smug, the music is annoying, and while the guests are great, too much time is spent on tangents. Do I really care what a British architect thinks about American football? No. I care what the British architect thinks about midcentury modernist architecture.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    eclectic7
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting but…

    Brewers daughter doesn’t seem to be that interested or cares much about her father and it is very transparent there is A LOT OF UNDERLYING TRAUMA AND……Not said

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LesterM14
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the talk

    Hate the music. Would raise rating to five if the music was gone.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    eclectic7
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The eclectic range of guests and topics is highlighted as a strong point, making the discussions both entertaining and educational.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative content, often praising the combination of humor and expert insights.
Overall, the podcast is well-received as a valuable resource for architects and those interested in modernist design.
Some listeners express frustration with perceived tangents, suggesting a desire for more focused content on architecture.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#98
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#163
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#218
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#187
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#226
Germany/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#40
Ireland/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#432/Tulsa's Shane Hood + Iowa's Peter Maunu + Architect Emily Almloff + Musical Guests Danger Hall
Q: What advice would you give a new homeowner who's going to go for it?
If you're passionate about it, it'll happen for you. You have to be very patient.
#430/Local Project's Aidan Anderson + Rattan Man Harvey Schwartz + UK's Hugh Martin
Q: What advice would you give somebody out there who is thinking about building a very modest, modernist house?
Expect that things will go wrong, be prepared for delays and challenges.
#430/Local Project's Aidan Anderson + Rattan Man Harvey Schwartz + UK's Hugh Martin
Q: At what point did it get so good you pinched yourself and went, is this really happening?
A distinct moment post-COVID when Aidan saw his team grow from 3 to 32 people in just a year.
#429/USModernist Radio Retro: The Ferris Buehler House
Q: What's the hardest part of the project to do technically?
The windows were sort of a single-pane 1953 glass clad with a wood and aluminum surround, and replacing those was very complex.
#429/USModernist Radio Retro: The Ferris Buehler House
Q: Did they actually destroy a Ferrari or was that all special effects?
No, so it's interesting you ask that. There was not room in the budget for that movie to buy the Ferrari. So instead, they custom built a car that looked like the Ferrari to use.

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Frequently Asked Questions About USModernist Radio

What is USModernist Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast explores the multifaceted world of modernist architecture, featuring thoughtful conversations with architects, designers, and enthusiasts, as well as individuals closely connected to iconic buildings. The breadth of topics includes architectural preservation, cultural identity within architecture, trends in modern residential design, and the intersection of architecture and music. Unique to this series is the blend of expert insights and personal anecdotes that humanize the architectural discourse, often intertwining historical contexts with contemporary challenges. Listeners can expect engaging stories, expert commentary, and a mix of humor and seriousness that appeals to both architecture buffs and casual listeners alike.

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1. Shane Hood
2. Peter Maunu
3. Emily Almloff
4. Harper Halpern
5. Aaron Lesh
6. Steve Rosenbloom
7. Aidan Anderson
8. Harvey G. Schwartz

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