The WoodCAST

Welcome to the WoodCAST. My name is Max and I am a senior scientist at the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources at BOKU University in Vienna, Austria. The WoodCAST deals with all things related to wood and natural materials. Together with graduates of BOKU University, I talk about the degree programme and career prospects. Together with leading minds from research and industry, I present current research focuses and hot topics of the world of natural materials. I hope you enjoy listening and I look forward to your support: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1735369/supporters/new

The WoodCAST is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 74 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The WoodCAST, a education show with 74 episodes published.

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  Episode #7

  EcoMycel: From grow kits to building products

  Aug 28, 202632 minS6

  In this episode I talk with Nándor Albert from EcoMcyel . A StartUp from Vienna that aims to upscale mycelium-based materials for construction. We talk about challenges in starting your own company and about the promising properties of mycelium-based construction materials made from straw and hemp. Support the show Anyone who would like to support the WoodCAST can now do so via the ‘Support’ button on the homepage (follow the) or via the following link: https://lnkd.in/dnyVmHXy Further information about BOKU University and the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources can be found here .

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  Episode #6

  Prof. Militz: Marcus Wallenberg Preisträger 2026

  Jul 24, 202651 minS6

  Von Vielen als der Nobelpreis der Holzforschung bezeichnet, ist der Marcus Wallenberg Preis die höchste Auszeichnung im Bereich der Forst- und Holzwirtschaft. Im Jahr 2026 geht die Auszeichnung an Prof. Holger Militz von der Georg-August-Universität Göttingen . In dieser Folge sprechen wir über seine Karriere und darüber, wie er die Modifikation von Holz und Holzwerkstoffen revolutioniert hat. Support the show Anyone who would like to support the WoodCAST can now do so via the ‘Support’ button on the homepage (follow the) or via the following link: https://lnkd.in/dnyVmHXy Further information about BOKU University and the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources can be found here .

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  Episode #5

  Prof. Pfriem: Ohne Holz fehlt ein wesentlicher Baustein einer modernen Bioökonomie!

  Jun 25, 202651 minS6

  In dieser Folge: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Alexander Pfriem von der TU Dresden . Wir sprechen über seine lange Arbeit an der Hochschule für Nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde (HNEE) und seine Agenda für die Professor für Holztechnologie und holzbasierte Bioökonomie am Institut für Naturstofftechnik , die er am 1. Oktober 2025 angetreten hat. Support the show Anyone who would like to support the WoodCAST 😊 can now do so via the ‘Support’ button on the homepage (follow the🖤) or via the following link: https://lnkd.in/dnyVmHXy Further information about BOKU University and the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources can be found here .

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  Episode #4

  From Mining to Wood Industry: Bob Lennon from ThermalWood Canada

  May 29, 20261h 11mS6

  In this episode, I speak to Bob Lennon , the President and Sales Director of ThermalWood Canada . We discuss how he transitioned from working in the mining industry to selling thermally modified wood. We also talk about the importance of building local, national and international relationships to create value for rural areas. A big thank you to Eric Johnson for setting us up! You can check out their virtual tour here . Support the show Anyone who would like to support the WoodCAST 😊 can now do so via the ‘Support’ button on the homepage (follow the🖤) or via the following link: https://lnkd.in/dnyVmHXy Further information about BOKU University and the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources can be found here .

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  Episode #3

  Anemon Strohmeyer: Herausforderungen der Deutschen Holzwerkstoff- und Innentürenindustrie (Teil 2)

  Apr 24, 202643 minS6

  In dieser Folge sprechen wir natürlich über die EUDR und wie sich die Holzwerkstoffindustrie darauf vorbereitet. Dies ist Teil Zwei meiner Unterhaltungen mit Anemon Strohmeyer vom VHI . Support the show Anyone who would like to support the WoodCAST 😊 can now do so via the ‘Support’ button on the homepage (follow the🖤) or via the following link: https://lnkd.in/dnyVmHXy Further information about BOKU University and the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources can be found here .

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