The Structural Engineering Podcast

Zach and Max

Hosted by Max and Zach, The Structural Engineering Podcast dives into the world of structural design, real-world engineering challenges, and the stories behind the structures that shape our world. Whether you're a practicing engineer, an aspiring student, or just curious about how buildings stand tall, tune in for expert insights, industry interviews, and relatable experiences from the field.

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The Structural Engineering Podcast

Episodes (106)

Jan 21st Episode 104 - What’s Really Holding Up Your Building?
Jan 7th Episode 103 — Space Frames, Cable Nets, and ETFE Systems
Dec 23, 2025 Episode 102 - Navigating Emergency Response Engineering

The Structural Engineering Podcast

Jan 21, 2026
1 hour
73 MB

In Episode 104, we dig into the world beneath our buildings, foundation systems. From shallow footings to deep foundations, we explore how engineers match soil behavior, structural demands, and constructability to choose the right system for the job. We break down the fundamentals of spread footings, mats, piles, drilled shafts, and ground‑improvement‑based systems. You’ll hear how load paths shift depending on soil conditions, why “simple” footings aren’t always simple, and what engineers should watch for when coordinating with geotechnical reports, contractors, and owners. Tune in to hear how foundation systems balance performance, risk, and pr...

The Structural Engineering Podcast

Episode 104 - What’s Really Holding Up Your Building?

Zach and Max

00:00 -01:20:05