The Old Dawgs Live at LCI Congress (Episode 90)
About this episode
The episode features a live discussion among seasoned Lean builders about modern Lean construction methods and their advantages over traditional practices.
Recorded live inside the Lean Construction Institute's Live Podcast Booth at LCI Congress 2025, the Old D awgs got together for an unfiltered, field‑first discussion. This fast‑moving conversation captures what decades of hard‑won (700+ years) experience have taught these seasoned Lean builders about the superiority of modern Lean construction methods over traditional methods. Led by podcast host Adam Hoots, this is one "Hoots on the Ground" episode you DO NOT want to miss! (And if you usually go audio-only for our podcasts, this one is one to WATCH – 12 Old Dawgs crammed into a podcast studio – you can see and feel the passion!) From the origins of Lean Construction to the latest experiments in production planning, the Old Dawgs trade war stories, share missteps, and reveal the practical moves that create flow, reliability, and above all respect for environments and people . You'll hear how they've adapted The Last Planner System® practices for tough schedules, why Takt thinking clarifies handoffs, and how real trust is built when leaders keep promises and elevate the voices of craft professionals. What the Old Dawgs get into during this podcast: The shift from "tools talk" to a…
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