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Michael Riscica hosts Architect Exam Podcast, a arts show with 70 episodes published.
Vapor barriers, air barriers, and water barriers each do a completely different job inside your wall assembly, and mixing them up is one of the most common mistakes on the ARE. In this episode, we break down the three ba
AIA B101 is the most important contract in architecture, and most people working under it have never actually read it. This episode breaks down the entire B101 owner-architect agreement in 30 minutes, covering all 13 art
Soft story buildings are one of the most dangerous structural conditions in seismic design, and the 1994 Northridge earthquake proved why. In this episode, we break down the seismic irregularities that cause buildings to
Which sealant goes where on the building envelope? This episode covers every sealant type, backer rod, and how to design joints that actually work. We break down the five main sealant families: silicone, polyurethane, po
Project delivery methods define who holds the contracts, who carries the risk, and how the architect's role changes on every construction project. This episode breaks down all six major methods so you know exactly how ea
Types of insulation explained, from fiberglass batts to spray foam to rigid board to continuous insulation. This episode covers every major insulation type you need to know for the ARE exam and real-world practice. You'l
There are a lot of different types of HVAC systems, and if you're studying for the ARE or coordinating with mechanical engineers, you need to know what each one does and when to use it. In this episode, Layla breaks down
ARE Summer School 2026 is here. Our annual two-week promotion runs May 12th through May 26th, with deals on ARE Boot Camp, the ARE 101 Course Membership, and CSI certification courses. In this episode, Michael breaks dow
How to study for the architect exam is the one topic I know more about than anything else. This episode is a trailer for a free 30-minute video presentation covering what actually works and how not to screw it up. I put
OFCI (owner furnished, contractor installed) is one of those procurement methods that sounds simple until coordination breaks down on a real project. In this episode, Emily explains what OFCI means, how it compares to CF
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield explains why you keep sabotaging your architect exam prep and how to stop. This episode is a war of art summary applied to the ARE, breaking down Resistance, self sabotage, and what it
Fire sprinkler systems explained: wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, and deluge. Learn when to use each one and how to choose the right system. Architects don't design fire sprinkler systems, but you make dozens of decision
Owner's consultants vs architect's consultants: know the difference before the ARE tests you on it. In this episode, we break down who hires who on a construction project, where the liability falls, and why getting this
How to become an architect in the US comes down to four steps: education, experience, exams, and fees. In this episode, Michael Riscica breaks down the full path to getting your architecture license, from choosing the ri
PA, PPD, and PDD share the same topics but test them from completely different perspectives. Understanding the difference between these three technical ARE exams before you start studying will save you serious time and f
Division 01 General Requirements is the most skipped section in the project manual. Here's what's actually inside and why every division depends on it. Division 01 is the rulebook that governs every trade on a constructi
Plumbing valves explained - every type you need to know for the ARE exam and real-world practice. This episode covers gate valves, ball valves, butterfly valves, globe valves, check valves, backflow preventers, PRVs, pre
Building acoustics explained: STC, IIC, and NRC are the three rating systems every architect needs to know. This episode breaks down how sound actually works in buildings and what each rating measures. STC rates how well
Control joint vs expansion joint is one of those topics that trips people up because the terms sound so similar. This episode breaks down all four joint types you need to know for the ARE and the job site. We cover expan
PcM, PjM, and CE are three different exams, but most people study them without understanding what makes each one unique. This episode breaks down exactly what NCARB is testing on Practice Management, Project Management,
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