{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Behind the Build","title":"How It Happened The Story Behind Canada's First Pod Hotel in Whistler","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/4186efad\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1816,"description":"What happens when innovation meets a gap in the market? In this episode of Behind the Build, we explore the bold vision behind Canada’s first pod hotel in Whistler with developer Russell Kling, a concept that’s redefining how we think about travel and accommodation.\nAs demand grows for unique, efficient, and experience-driven stays, Russell shares how he identified an opportunity to bring pod-style hospitality to one of Canada’s most sought after destinations. From early research to design execution, this conversation dives into the realities of bringing a disruptive idea to life.\nWe unpack the challenges of developing something new in a competitive market, the importance of understanding evolving traveler needs, and how thoughtful design can transform even the smallest spaces into impactful experiences. This episode is a powerful look at innovation, risk-taking, and the future of hospitality.\nResources & Links:\nPangea Pod Hotel - YouTubeWhistler TourismCANADA's FIRST POD HOTEL TOUR! Whistler, CanadaInside the World of Pod Hotels - YouTubePangea Pod Hotel Walking Tour At Whistler BlackcombWhistler Pod Hotel is an Integra Architecture Project - Architect Duane Siegrist \nGuest Russell Kling, Pangea Pod Hotel\nInstagram  Linkedin\nMeet your hosts.\n\nDuane Siegrist,  Architect. Builder. Connector.\n\nDuane Siegrist is all about bridging big ideas with real results that work.  For over two decades he built a trusted reputation and strong relationships in the building industry.  Now leading at SIEGRIST, he’s spent over 25 years shaping multi-family, mixed-use, and community-driven projects - navigating municipal planning and building departments, with a deep understanding of clients and developer needs: creating marketable, well-constructed buildings that are livable, community-focused, and, above all, projects we can all be PROUD of.\nHe’s known for being as comfortable on-site as he is in the boardroom meetings and presenting design and problem-solving, working alongside...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/a3y8sEtHd4x_3cHqReE9dKwW5HZmOgbZEk8Pxil3dmE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81MjYw/MTZhZTdkMGQ5OTA3/YjlmZTc2NjU0MjE4/ZGNjMC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}