The Glenbrook Podcast

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Headquartered in Manchester city centre, Glenbrook is a privately owned real estate investment and development company focused on creating impactful places and long-term value. Through the Glenbrook Podcast, we engage with leading figures from across the real estate sector and beyond, exploring the ideas and conversations driving the future of the industry. We welcome your feedback and recommendations for future episodes. www.glenbrookproperty.co.uk

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May 11, 2026Episode 11 hr 0 min

Global Economics & the Future of Living with Dr Richard Barkham

Season Four of the Glenbrook Podcast continues with the return of Dr Richard Barkham, joining Glenbrook’s Guy Butler for an insightful conversation on the global economy and the future of Living. Broadcast from India and informed by his position as former Chief Global Economist at CBRE, Richard shares his perspective on the shifting economic landscape and takes a deep dive into the US Multifamily and Build to Rent markets, exploring what the UK can learn as the sector continues to evolve. An informed and thought-provoking episode packed with global insight and sector expertise.

July 24, 2025Episode 544 min

Shauna Bradley, Partner at Howells Architects

In this episode of the Glenbrook Podcast, our Development Director Sunny Johal is joined by Shauna Bradley, Partner at Howells Architects. They discuss a myriad of topics including: early influences while growing up, the problems architects face today and women in architecture. An episode that is not to be missed!

March 7, 2025Episode 41 hr 5 min

The Key to Success in Build to Rent with Matt Smith, CEO at Allsop

In this exciting episode of the Glenbrook Podcast, Jamie Sutton chats with Matt Smith, the CEO of Allsop Letting and Management. They dive into the origins of Build to Rent, the key ingredients for a successful scheme, and explore the evolution of co-living and single-family housing. You won’t want to miss this one! - The Glenbrook Podcast🎙️ is powered by Glenbrook Property – Glenbrook is passionate about creating great places for future communities leaving a positive, lasting legacy. The company has a strong reputation for integrity and sustainability, and it is committed to delivering on its promises.

February 10, 2025Episode 31 hr 5 min

Wellness & Real Estate: Building Healthy Spaces with Phillippa Hardman | Glenbrook Podcast

In this episode of the Glenbrook Podcast, Sunny Johal sits down with Phillippa Hardman, Founder and CEO of Educated Body, a wellness provider in the UK real estate market. They discuss the origins of the company and what inspired Phillippa to integrate wellness into real estate, how Educated Body is influencing the real estate sector today and where you should start when transforming your living or workspace. This is definitely not one to miss! _ The Glenbrook Podcast🎙️ is powered by Glenbrook Property – Glenbrook is passionate about creating great places for future communities leaving a positive, lasting legacy. The company has a strong reputation for integrity and sustainability, and it is committed to delivering on its promises. The company has a proven track record of success.

January 30, 2025Episode 255 min

Enriching How We Live with Katherine Rose | Glenbrook Podcast

In this weeks episode, our Development Director Sunny Johal sits down with Katherine Rose, Managing Director of Verv-Life. The two discuss everything Verv-Life and Katherine's involvement in the company, the key challenges for Operations Management in residential buildings, trends shaping the UK real estate market and more. You don't want to miss this one! _ The Glenbrook Podcast🎙️ is powered by Glenbrook Property – Glenbrook is passionate about creating great places for future communities leaving a positive, lasting legacy. The company has a strong reputation for integrity and sustainability, and it is committed to delivering on its promises. The company has a proven track record of success.

January 17, 2025Episode 136 min

James Watts, Birmingham Office Leader for Arup I Glenbrook Property

Filmed in July last year, our Development Director Sunny Johal sat down with James Watts, Birmingham Office Leader for Arup. They discussed the challenges of dealing with leadership and change in a global consultancy, James' fascinating career path with Arup, the rise of AI within the workplace and how he predicts Birmingham and the built environment will evolve. You won't want to miss out! _ The Glenbrook Podcast🎙️ is powered by Glenbrook Property – Glenbrook is passionate about creating great places for future communities leaving a positive, lasting legacy. The company has a strong reputation for integrity and sustainability, and it is committed to delivering on its promises. The company has a proven track record of success.

September 19, 2024Episode 81 hr 2 min

Dr Richard Barkham, Global Chief Economist & Head of Americas Research, CBRE | Glenbrook Podcast

In this episode Guy Butler chats to Dr Richard Barkham, Global Chief Economist & Head of Americas Research for CBRE. This is the second time the two have discussed the current economic climate on the podcast, with the last time taking place during the Covid-19 pandemic. In today’s episode, they discuss what has happened since that previous episode, the differences between the US and UK economics and the outlook for global markets over the next 12 months.

August 22, 2024Episode 747 min

Rob Valentine, Regional Director of Birmingham for Bruntwood I Glenbrook Property

In this episode of the Glenbrook Podcast, our Development Director Sunny Johal sits down with Rob Valentine, Director of Birmingham for Bruntwood. They discuss Birmingham and its potential for growth, the West Midlands as an economic driver, Rob’s early career moves, and all the lessons he has learnt along the way. You won't want to miss this one. The Glenbrook Podcast🎙️ is powered by Glenbrook Property – Glenbrook is passionate about creating great places for future communities leaving a positive, lasting legacy. The company has a strong reputation for integrity and sustainability, and it is committed to delivering on its promises. The company has a proven track record of success.

August 21, 2024Episode 644 min

Glenn Howells, Founder of Howells Architects | Glenbrook Podcast

In this episode of the Glenbrook Podcast Guy Butler sits down with Glenn Howells, the founder of Howells Architects. They discuss Glenn's journey from a newspaper ad to a thriving architecture business, the Howells rebrand and all the projects along the way.

June 14, 2024Episode 553 min

Louise Emmott, Founder & Managing Director, Kingsdene | Glenbrook Podcast

In this episode of the Glenbrook Podcast, Guy Butler sits down with Louise Emmott, the Founder and Managing Director of Kingsdene. They discuss Louise's career path into property, her time at JLL and an insight into the current property market through her new venture at Kingsdene, which has recently celebrated its one year anniversary. This is not one to miss!