Host: Jon (8 Bit Bricks)
Tales from the Brick
Tales From The Brick is a conversational podcast hosted by Jon (8 Bit Bricks) that spotlights builders, designers, and LEGO enthusiasts. Each episode dives into a guest’s creative process, memorable builds, and the personal stories that connect people to the hobby. Ideal for AFOLs and casual fans who enjoy behind‑the‑scenes stories and practical building insight.
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Tales From the Brick is a weekly podcast exploring the powerful, personal, and often surprising ways people use LEGO in their lives – past and present. Hosted by Jon from 8 Bit Bricks, each episode features in-depth conversations with people from all walks of life, uncovering how LEGO has been used for creativity, education, healing, and connection. Along the way, we dive into the history of the LEGO fandom itself – how communities formed, how building evolved, and how the brick became a shared cultural language across generations. Tales From the Brick isn’t just about what we build, but why we build, and how LEGO continues to shape lives and communities around the world.
Episode 31 – Alice Finch
In Episode 31 of Tales From The Brick, Jon (8 Bit Bricks) sits down with Alice Finch, LEGO Certified Professional, founder of the Women’s Brick Initiative, and creator of the legendary life-size Hogwarts model that inspired builders around the world. Alice shares how building with her children led to creating one of the most iconic LEGO fan creations ever, and how that experience shaped the rest of her journey in the hobby.
The conversation explores the origins of the Women’s Brick Initiative, the challenges women still face in the LEGO community, and how research, education, and outreach are helping make the hobby more welcoming and inclusive for everyone. Alice also discusses her work as a newly appointed LEGO Certified Professional, the unique commissions she’s taking on, and her vision for using LEGO as a tool for creativity, collaboration, and social impact.
Along the way, Jon and Alice dive into architectural building techniques, the evolution of LEGO Botanicals, the story behind Alice’s influential LEGO architecture book, and why the best builds are often the ones that inspire others to create something of their own. Whether you’re a longtime builder or just discovering the hobby, this episode is a fascinating look at how one person’s creativity can help shape an entire community.
Find Alice Finch:
• Website: thebricknest.org
• Women’s Brick Initiative: womensbrickinitiative.com
• Instagram: @womensbrickinitiative
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Until next time… play well.
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