From the archive: George Clarke HonRICS in conversation with Emma Martin MRICS and Ayo Ajayi MRICS #235

The RICS Podcast

The RICS Podcast
From the archive: George Clarke HonRICS in conversation with Emma Martin MRICS and Ayo Ajayi MRICS #235
Mar 29, 2026 Episode 235
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

George Clarke HonRICS is an architect, television presenter, campaigner and educator whose position allows him to bridge gaps between the built environment and those less acquainted with the construction industry.

In this episode of The RICS Podcast (originally broadcast in December 2024), George joins Emma Martin MRICS and Ayo Ajayi MRICS as they discuss his passion for construction, the industry’s image, the value of work experience and how to make progress with diversity in construction.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

  • George’s influences to get involved with construction
  • The impact of media on public perception of construction and the built environment
  • What it means to work in the public interest
  • George’s passionate campaigning for social housing
  • How evolving technology impacts the work of  built environment professionals

George Clarke

https://georgeclarke.com/

Ayo Ajayi

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayo-ajayi-7356376a/

Emma Martin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-martin-arcadis/

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors:

https://www.rics.org/uk/

RICS Podcast Page

https://www.rics.org/podcast/

Kieran Halliwell

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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