Have you watched or listened to CITB’s Beyond the Build podcast yet?

The series dives into the big issues affecting people from across our sector – from mental health and wellbeing to diversity and industry culture – going beyond the usual conversations around skills and training.

Through engaging discussions, the series aims to raise awareness and reflect the realities of those working in construction.

Beyond the Build is available to view through CITB’s YouTube channel, but also available as a podcast-only through Spotify.

Watch each episode below.

Beyond the Build episodes:

Mental Health and Suicide in Construction

In episode 1, it's an important conversation on suicide and mental health in construction. Deb Madden hears from Sam Downie, CEO of Mates in Mind and from Mick Shaw, Founder of Silent Voices.

Apprenticeships

To mark National Apprenticeship Week, episode 2 focuses on apprenticeships, looking at the benefits to employers and apprentices themselves.

Here, Deb Madden, Tim Balcon and Leanne Land discuss the key issues and challenges around apprenticeships.

Neurodiversity in Construction

To mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, this episode discusses neurodiversity in construction - what it actually means on real sites, in real offices, with real people.

This episode is about understanding differences, valuing strengths and making construction a place where more people can do their best work.

So, let's get into the conversation with CITB’s Deb Madden, Tim Balcon and Danny Clarke.

Women in Construction

Join CITB’s Deb Madden and industry leader and coach, Dr Claire Handby, for episode 4 of CITB’s ‘Beyond the Build’ podcast.

Claire reflects on her experiences – good and bad - in the construction industry and explains how it’s provided the perfect career path for her.

Industry Culture - Part 1

What is our industry’s culture, and why is it important?

In episode 5 of CITB’s ‘Beyond the Build’ podcast, Deb Madden and Nadine Pemberton Jn Baptiste reflect on their experiences in construction – and ask if this is an industry where anyone from any background can thrive.

Industry Culture - Part 2

In episode 6, Sophie Seddon-Hall, CITB Board member and Non-Executive Director of Novus Property Solutions, joins Deb Madden to discuss our industry’s culture – the good and not so good!