Concrete, Compliance and the Constitution

About this episode

The episode explores the science of concrete and compares ancient Roman techniques to modern practices.

In this episode, Andrew starts by talking about something a little more concrete than normal: concrete We delve into the science (lower case T & S) of pouring magical liquid stone and ponder about how (and why) concrete poured thousands of years ago by the Romans is in better condition than stuff poured in the...

People in this episode

Host: Andrew

Topics covered

• concrete
• science
• Roman engineering
• construction
• history

Keywords

• concrete
• Roman engineering
• construction techniques
• liquid stone
• ancient materials

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Concrete, Compliance and the Constitution

Places: Rome

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