Demo Dispatch

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Demo Dispatch is the official podcast of the National Demolition Association (NDA), delivering timely updates, expert insights and real-world stories from across the demolition industry. Whether you're in the field or in the office, Demo Dispatch keeps you connected to the people and topics driving demolition forward.

  1. JAN 19

    Episode 3: Copper on a Tear, Safer Starts and the Parkland Hospital Takedown

    In this episode: The Rundown (00:38): Dane Zumbahlen returns with NDA updates and key reminders — Demolition Phoenix (Feb. 4-7) and the Summer 2026 Quarterly Member Meeting (June 5-6). He then breaks down what’s driving early-2026 scrap conditions: nonferrous strength led by record-setting copper, quietly firm aluminum, steady ferrous pricing — and the volatility to watch as tariffs, demand and logistics shape the next quarter. From the Field (7:28): Dan Bolster of Homrich (and the NDA Safety Committee) shares two simple routines that pay off big: morning huddles and stretch-and-flex. He explains how a quick, intentional reset — covering today’s plan, hazards, controls and what changed since yesterday — helps crewscommunicate better, stay focused and reduce strains, sprains and preventable incidents. Member Conversation (14:37): Jake Lindamood of LindamoodDemolition walks through the high-stakes Parkland Hospital project in Dallas: a 1.6-million-square-foot teardown in a tight medical district, with multiple active hospitals connected to the work. He details how engineering-led planning, disciplined communication with stakeholders and the right high-reach equipment helped the team separate structures safely, protect the public and finish ahead of schedule — with safety and execution driving the result.

    29 min

  2. 12/15/2025

    Episode 2: Inside the Scrap Market, Smarter Field Ops and NDA’s Workforce Toolbox

    In this episode of Demo Dispatch, host Alexa Schlosser is joined by NDA volunteers who are helping shape the future of demolition. First, Dane Zumbahlen from the Member Growth Committee presents The Rundown (00:25), spotlighting NDA news, Demolition Phoenix 2026 fundraising events and Demo Dialogues, plus a clear-eyed snapshot of the current scrap metal market and what contractors should watch over the next 30-60 days. In From the Field (6:00), Roni Szigeti of FieldFlo shares a hard lesson from a major project that went off the rails—and how better communication loops, real-time data and right-sized technology can prevent schedule slips, budget blowouts and damaged client relationships. Finally, in the Member Conversation (18:49), NDA board member Blake Svendsen walks through the new Workforce Development Toolbox — including standardized job descriptions, pre-apprenticeship guidance, mentoring frameworks, education pathways and certification — plus how NDA is working toward career mapping and future company accreditation to raise professionalism across the industry.

    33 min

  3. 11/17/2025

    Episode 1: Nick McGarel & David Griffin Jr. on Safety, Workforce and the Future of Demo

    Welcome to the launch episode of Demo Dispatch! This new monthly podcast from the National Demolition Association brings you timely updates, safety lessons from the field and real-world conversations with the professionals shaping the future of demolition. 🎙️ In this episode: The Rundown (00:42): NDA President Ben Hayden introduces the podcast relaunch, highlights the association’s latest legislative wins, and shares updates on upcoming events and certification programs. From the Field (4:45): Safety Committee Chair Nick McGarel (Brandenburg) recounts a high-risk utility verification failure at a chemical plant — and how early field action prevented a serious incident. Member Conversation (15:11): David Griffin Jr., president of D.H. Griffin Companies, joins NDA’s Jim Graham to talk about running a multigenerational business, adapting to workforce challenges, and why “AI will never replace the craft worker.” Read the Q3 issue of DEMOLITION magazine featuring member job stories from Lindamood, East Coast Demolition, Alpine Demolition Services, and Trifecta Services Company. Want to share your story or get involved in a future episode? Email aschlosser@demolitionassociation.org to express your interest.

    31 min

  4. 05/05/2025

    Episode 38 (May 5, 2025): NDA Partnership with the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants Association (VPPPA), 2025 NDA Excellence in Demolition Award Winner, and Government Affairs Update.

    In this episode, Chris Williams, Executive Director of the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants Association (VPPPA), joins us to discuss a new memorandum of understanding between VPPPA and the National Demolition Association (NDA) (01:34). This partnership is set to enhance collaboration on safety training, education, and information sharing through co-hosted webinars, podcasts, and joint conference presentations. Next, we sit down with representatives from Spiritas Worldwide, winners of the 2025 NDA Excellence in Demolition Award, to explore their innovative approach to the Oxford House Demolition project (50:04). We close the episode with NDA Director of Government Affairs, Alex McIntyre, who provides an inside look at activity on Capitol Hill and the Trump Administration—and what it all means for the demolition industry(01:15:30).

    1h 24m

  5. 11/22/2024

    Episode 37 (November 22, 2024): Demolition New Orleans, Certified Demolition Supervisor, and Government Affairs Update

    Episode 37 (November 22, 2024): Demolition New Orleans, Certified Demolition Supervisor, and Government Affairs Update

    45 min

  6. 08/16/2024

    Episode 36 (August 16, 2024): Safe + Sound Week, Industry Insight, and Government Affairs Update

    In this episode, NDA Safety Committee Chair John Satterwhite, ROMCO Equipment, highlights NDA’s safety resources for Safe + Sound Week (02:10-16:05). NDA Membership and Marketing Committee member Connie Clearwater sits down with Ryan Priestly, CEO of Priestly Demolition, and Danial Thomas, President of Green City Demolition, on how the two companies joined together (16:26-46:44). Lastly, conclude with a federal and legislative update from NDA Director of Government Affairs Alex McIntyre (47:14-54:12).

    55 min

  7. 06/18/2024

    Episode 35 (June 18, 2024): Women in Demolition with Connie Clearwater and Kayla Lindamood and Government Affairs Update

    In this episode, we feature our year-long series, Women in Demo, with Connie Clearwater of Priestly Demolition. Connie sits down with Kayla Lindamood, CEO and President of Lindamood Demolition, to talk about her experience in the industry, her challenges and success, and the future of women in demolition (01:031-22:04). Lastly, we cap things off with a federal and legislative update from NDA Director of Government Affairs Alex McIntyre (22:22-33:00).

    33 min

  8. 04/25/2024

    Episode 34 (April 25, 2024) - Behind the Scenes at the Live Demolition Event® and a Government Affairs Update

    In this episode, we go behind the scenes of the Live Demolition Event® with NDA Convention Committee members Tim Ramon and Adam Robles, who each played an integral part in organizing the event, where more than 1,000 attendees tested the latest in demolition. We will wrap up the episode with a federal and legislative update.

    34 min
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Demo Dispatch is the official podcast of the National Demolition Association (NDA), delivering timely updates, expert insights and real-world stories from across the demolition industry. Whether you're in the field or in the office, Demo Dispatch keeps you connected to the people and topics driving demolition forward.

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  • Creator
    NDA
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © NDA
  • Show Website
    Demo Dispatch