The Measure of Things

Wired This Way

This episode explores how neurodiversity shows up across the construction industry, from ADHD and dyslexia to autism and beyond. Sara Hannak and Don Bennett discuss why so many neurodivergent people are drawn to the trades, how understanding your brain can improve mental health and the practical tools, support and workplace changes that can help people thrive. If this episode has brought some stuff up for you, please talk to someone you trust, reach out to a support line, or speak to your GP. You don’t have to figure this out on your own. Sara helps people and organisations better understand neurodiversity through practical, down to earth coaching and training that supports real life change. Dominic’s Aspire and On Wellbeing platform and has recently joined forces with On The Tools to create the On The Tools Card to help save construction workers money and support their wellbeing.

Looking Up: The Hidden World of Heritage Stonemasonry

This episode explores the craft of heritage stonemasonry and the vital role it plays in preserving the UK’s historic buildings. From rope access repairs high above the ground to the long, complex process behind every project, James Preston shares what it really takes to maintain our built heritage and why the future of these trades is at risk.

Crafting Trust: Why True Manufacturers Matter in a Mass-Produced World

In this episode, we dive into the world of British toolmaking and what it takes to produce tools that truly stand the test of time. From the precision to the value of generational knowledge, our guest shares how craftsmanship, consistency and hands-on manufacturing continue to set the standard for professionals across the trade.

S2: The Measure of Things – Podcast Trailer

The Measure of Things podcast is back with a brand-new series. Join us as we continue exploring the topics that matter most to UK tradespeople and the issues shaping the industry today. Across the series, master craftsmen and leading industry experts take the mic to share their stories and what drives them. This isn’t a podcast about measuring tapes. It’s about measuring progress, purpose and the people behind the trade.

Women in Construction: Why Passion, Not Gender, Shapes a Tradesperson

In this episode we explore what it really means to find your place in the trades. From breaking into carpentry through sheer determination to becoming a visible role model for the next generation, Em (@chippie.em [https://www.instagram.com/chippie.em/]) shares how confidence, graft and passion matter far more than gender. Her story shows how representation can open doors, how skills learned on site can take you anywhere, and why the future of the industry depends on people who are willing to step forward and show others what’s possible.