The Mindful Builder Podcast

Hamish White and Carland Constructions

Conversations That Are Changing The Way We Build

When you think of the building industry, you might picture blueprints, bricks, and busy construction sites.

But The Mindful Builder podcast flips that image on its head, bringing you inside the minds of two passionate builders, Hamish White (Director of Sanctum Homes and founding director of the Sustainable Builders Alliance) and Matthew Carland (Director of Carland Constructions), as they explore the human side of building.

From the challenges of running a sustainable building business to the mental shifts that happen when you put quality, wellbeing, and purpose at the core of your craft, Hamish and Matthew’s conversations go deep. They’re raw, real, and often surprisingly funny.

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What Makes It Different?

In a sea of building and business podcasts, The Mindful Builder stands out because it’s not just about what to build, but why and how you build and how that process affects the people, communities, and environments around you.

Honest conversations

No polished PR talk, just builders being real about the wins and the challenges.

Sustainability at the Forefront

Every topic connects back to creating a better, healthier, more resilient built environment.

Mindset and Mental Health

Because success in building isn’t just about projects; it’s about the people behind them.

Who’s It For?

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Whether you’re a builder, designer, tradie, homeowner, or just someone curious about sustainable living, The Mindful Builders will give you fresh insights and practical takeaways you can actually use.

Expect to hear from inspiring guests, from leading architects to innovative tradespeople who share their journeys, mistakes, and lessons learned. You’ll walk away not just with technical know-how, but with the motivation to bring more intention and care into whatever you’re creating.

Partner With A Purpose

The Mindful Builder podcast is a platform dedicated to fostering a movement for smarter, more sustainable construction. We gather dedicated craftspeople, homeowners, and green-living enthusiasts to share valuable expertise and compelling stories.

Our mission is to provide inspiration and practical knowledge that empowers our audience to bring more intention to every project.

By becoming a partner, you are directly supporting our cause and joining a passionate community of creators and innovators. This is a unique chance to connect with an audience that actively seeks out products and services that align with their values.

If you are a brand that shares our vision for a better-built future, we invite you to collaborate with us.

Start Listening Today

If you’re ready to be inspired, challenged, and entertained, queue up The Mindful Builders wherever you listen to podcasts.

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