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Did You Know?-The ESCO HVAC Podcast — 213 episodes

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Bridging the Generational Gap: The Future Instructors Program

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Building the Next Generation of HVAC Techs: Inside Delcastle Technical High School

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Beyond the Classroom: What SkillsUSA Reveals About the Next Generation of HVAC Technicians

4

Tools for Tomorrow, Here Today: Inside Malco's Playbook for the Next Generation of HVAC Techs

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Only Mostly Dead: The Truth About R-410A's Slow Fade-Out

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Water From Thin Air: How HVAC Technology Could Help Solve Water Scarcity

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Future-Proofing the Trades: Bridging Plumbing and HVAC, and the Power of Local Unions

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Building Careers, Brotherhood and the Future Workforce

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From Tutus to Tool Belts: Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in the Trades

10

The Skilled Trades Awakening: Greg Crumpton on HVAC, AI & the Future Workforce

11

The Three R’s of Refrigerant Stewardship: Recovery, Recycle & Reclaim with A-Gas

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Smarter Safety in HVAC: Protecting Technicians with Real-Time CO Detection

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The Refrigerant Reality Check: Why Recovery Matters More Than Ever

14

The Rise of Communicating HVAC Systems: Smarter Comfort, Smarter Service

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To Recover...Or Not to Recover? Industry experts chime in at the National HVACR Education Conference

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Replay: All Trades Paige on Redefining the Skilled Trades

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Building a Life in the Trades: Apprenticeship & the Next Generation

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From Desk Job to Red Seal: HVAC Jess on Finding Her Calling in the Trades

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The Negawatt Is Cheaper Than the Megawatt: Electrification & Infrastructure

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Bridging the Digital and Mechanical: Smart Buildings and HVAC Innovation

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Surging HVAC Demand: The Future of Data Centers and Thermal Management

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Unlocking the Power of Air Curtains: Efficiency, Innovation, and Applications

23

The Heat Pump Revolution: Transforming HVAC for a Sustainable Future

24

The HVAC Workforce: Insights from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Bridging the Gap: The Future of Blue Collar Work

26

How Low Can We Go? Vapor Injection & Cold Climate Heat Pumps

27

Pro-IQ™ Services Tackles Contractors' Biggest Challenges

28

If we're not growing....we're dieing - Jeff Howard from Carrier

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Decoding HVAC Standards: Navigating Energy Efficiency and Indoor Air Quality

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“How Did We Get Here?” with Jeff Bledsoe

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Mastering HVAC Diagnostics: Insights from Joe Joe the HVAC Man

32

Breaking the Status Quo: AI, Training and the Future of HVAC

33

Revolutionizing Home Comfort: Inside Hitachi’s Air Home Technology

34

Cracking the Code of Expansion Valves: Insights from the Field

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Cracking the Code of Expansion Valves: Insights from the Field

36

Adapting to Change: The Future of HVAC Technology and Training

37

Inspiring the Next Generation to “Check Out a Trade”

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Overcoming the Fear: Personal Branding in HVAC

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Mastering the Basics: Elevating HVAC Installation and Training

40

The Next Frontier: AI, Live Video, and the Service Revolution

41

The Future of Commercial HVAC: Dual Fuel Solutions with Bosch

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Women in HVAC: A Legacy of Innovation and Inclusion

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Navigating the Future of Electrification: Rewiring America

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Solving HVAC’s Labor and Supply Chain Challenges

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Simplicity & Capability: A2L Refrigerant Transitions with Intelligent Controls

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Empowering the Next Generation of HVAC Professionals

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Breaking Barriers: All Trades Paige on Redefining the Skilled Trades

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Finding Your Spark: Passion, Purpose & Growth in HVACR with Louise Kellar

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Refrigerant Real Talk with Kate Houghton

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Refrigerant Revolution: CO₂’s Role in the Future of Cooling with Danfoss

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Commissioning with Purpose: Why HVAC Systems Deserve a Better Start with Rob Larson

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More Than a Job: Building a Support System for HVAC Success

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Preventing VRF Failures with Fundamental Best Practices- Mike Hirschbock

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Precision, Performance, and the Power of Load Calculations

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HVAC Tech Support or Therapy? The Human Side of the Trade

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Be the Trainer They Trust: The Sales Will Come Later

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Cool Under Pressure: Making the A2L Transition Less Intimidating

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Electrify Everything: Reinventing HVAC

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Marine Corps Lessons for HVAC Leadership

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No Filters Needed: The Power of Authenticity in HVAC Education

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Unlocking the Future: Geothermal and R-290 Heat Pumps with Kevin Stickney from ERDA

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Developing an HVAC Training Program- Paul Rhodes from Maintenance Mindset Podcast

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Educating an Industry: David Hutchinson from Daikin

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Keep Going...Keep Pushing- with THATHVACMAC

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AI Technology for HVAC Leaders to Train Techs & Build High-Converting Culture with Brigham Dickinson

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AI and Bitcoin Data Centers Are Changing HVAC Forever with Liquid Cooling - Ken Duncan

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How HVAC Contractors Can Prepare for the Gas Furnace Phase-Out with Heat Pumps - Christopher Morrissey

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NASA-Inspired HVAC Technology is Revolutionizing Home Heating with Allen Coggins

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How Duct Leakage Is Ruining Your HVAC System and Indoor Air Quality with Sam Myers

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How the 2025 Refrigerant Ban in New York Will Force HVAC Companies to Replace Systems

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Why the HVAC Workforce is Collapsing as Instructors Retire with No Replacements with Wayne Hardin

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How AI and VR Is Revolutionizing HVAC Training for the Next Generation with David De Miranda

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Top HVAC Installation Mistakes and Pro Solutions to Prevent Costly Repairs with Paul Chaves & Bryn Rabtor

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HVAC Risks: EPA Fines and Refrigerant Regulations with Keilly Whitman & Jason Obrzut

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How EPA Rules Are Changing HVAC Refrigerant Detection with Don C. Fort Sr.

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The HVAC Industry Is Changing and Most Technicians Are NOT Ready-Terry Frisenda and Phillip Kriegbaum

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How HVAC Contractors Can Retain Technicians with Danielle Wernert

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The Costly Mistake Contractors Make Without Manual J in HVAC Design with Phillip Kriegbaum

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$8.8 Billion in Energy Rebates for HVAC, Insulation, Windows, Doors and MORE with Mia Lombardi, US Department of Energy

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Airflow Tools for HVAC Technicians to Improve System Efficiency in 2025 with Chris Hughes and Steven Rogers

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HVAC Tools to Extend Sensor Life and Save Costs with Tony Gonzalez

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How EPA Refrigerant Rules Impact HVAC Compliance for Grocery Stores with Ron Smith and David Reitz

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How EPA’s New Refrigerant Rules Are Transforming HVAC Compliance with Keilly Witman

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Carbon Monoxide Safety Training for HVAC Pros with UEi Tools with Michael Kane & Louise Kellar

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Cold-Climate Heat Pumps for HVAC Professionals to Transform Energy Efficiency with David Rames

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Cold-Climate Heat Pumps for HVAC Professionals to Transform Energy Efficiency with David Raines

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How to Diagnose and Optimize Inverter HVAC Systems with Bryn Rabtor & Paul Chaves

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Why Hands-On Learning is the Key to HVAC Success with Chris Army

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Why Hands-On Learning is the Key to HVAC Success with Chris Army

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Why Hands-On Learning is the Key to HVAC Success with Chris Army

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How Oil-Free HVAC Became Essential for Data Centers and other High-Energy Buildings with Ricardo Schneider

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Gregarious? Uh…What’s That?- Steve Coscia from Coscia Communications

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Changing The Way We Think About IAQ Controls- Kevin Hart from Haven IAQ

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Creating Culture In The Classroom- Steve Coscia from Coscia Communications

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Maximizing Customer Loyalty with Technology-Andrew Fuselier from SmartAC.com

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Resistance Is Futile- Dan Bracciano author of Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

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From Technician to Instructor: Your Next Career Evolution! - Dick Wirz author, educator, and business owner

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From Bathtub Butcher Shops to Commode Catastrophes- Paul Rhodes from 'Maintenance Mindset'

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Safe Installation Guidelines For A2L Systems- Carter Stanfield co-author of HVACR Fundamentals

100

Troubleshooting a Daikin 5VDC Communicating System

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Ready To Build The Ultimate HVACR Program? Lou Vendrell from UTI

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From Epiphany to Reality- Don Prather from Full Airflow Zone System LLC

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ACDC: For Those About To Rock...The ECM world- Dirk Nauman, Chris Mohalley and Jim Fultz

104

What If MILK Was The Next Generation Refrigerant- JoeJoe The HVAC Man

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Take Care of Yourself, You're Important To Somebody- Chris Sullivan "The Sign Guy"

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Sounding The Alarm On Carbon Monoxide Poisoning-Kris Hauschildt from The Jenkins Foundation

107

The Evolution Of The HVACR Industry- Dave Nichols from Lennox

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12,000BTU Is Not a TON...and Here's Why- Alex Meaney from meanhvac.com

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From Tutu's To Toolbelts- Kati Donahue from Jefferson College

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What NOT to do When Electrifying a Home-Brynn Cooksey from Air Doctors

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HVAC Apprenticeships in US, Ireland and Canada- Aidan Lucey RSE, Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic

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HVAC Apprenticeships in US, Ireland and Canada- Aidan Lucey RSE, Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic

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Z-Space in Our Space- Nikki Lester from Z-Space

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Next Generation VRF and Air-To-Water Heat Pumps- Enes Uzel & Bahadir Taskonak from Hitachi

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Tools That Expedite Our Jobs- Tony Gonzalez from Fieldpiece

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Figuring out your HVACY-Norman Van Johnson from Atlanta Technical College

117

NO Is Not An Easy Answer To Hear, or Sometimes Say- Roger Daviston from The Daviston Group

118

The HVAC Industry Is Growing And Becoming...Better- Kevin Hart from Haven IAQ

119

The Future of Fuel Oils, Natural Gas and LP- Bob O'Brien from N.O.R.A.

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Training is The Name of The Game for 2024- Ashley Lynds from Refrigeration Technologies

121

The Little Red Schoolhouse goes Virtual- Bill Fisher from Bell & Gossett ( a Xylem brand)

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Change Is In The Air- Tyler Nelson from Sauermann Group

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It's Not Drain Snot.... It's Actually A Biofilm - Fallon Dyle from Highside Chemicals

124

The Journey Of A Recovery Cylinder- Kate Houghton from Hudson Technologies

125

Johnson Controls Launches New Portfolio of Low-GWP Equipment- David Budzinski from Johnson Controls

126

Matching The Right Student To The Right Contractor- Matt DiBara from The Contractor Consultants

127

Interplay and HVAC Excellence Elevate Education-Dan Clapper from Interplay Learning

128

A Deep Dive Into The Combustion Cycle-Rachel Kaiser

129

Facilitating Change-Madelyne Sorenson and Toni Bower from Explore The Trades

130

How Do You Get From Floor Sweeper To V.P.?- Greg Crumpton from Service Logic

131

The Technological Evolution of Education- Bill Northrup from Northpark Innovations

132

The Right Words Are Not Easy...It Takes Practice- Angie Snow from Service Titan

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Consequences of Improper Practices- Tom Cates from Lennox International

134

Making It Right- Rich Benkowski from the United Association (UA)

135

Getting Comfortable with the Uncomfortable- Kevin Fortinski from JPS Furnace and Air Conditioning

136

The Waves of Change are Upon Us- Troy Rybicki from G.W Berkheimer and Thom Hardy from First Supply

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The YES's and No's of Airflow- Joey Henderson: JoeJoe the HVAC Man

138

Upskilling and Educating the Modern HVAC Workforce- Joe Medosch from MeasureQuick

139

Have you found the Juice yet?- Jim Johnson from Technical Training Associates

140

Pioneering the Future of Refrigeration with CO2- Dale Sizemore and Ignacio Valera Chaparro from Kysor-Warren

141

Customer Service is NOT Dead- Brigham Dickinson from Power Selling Pros

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Connecting your program with tool and test manufacturers- Louise Kellar from UEI Test

143

Getting Comfortable With The Uncomfortable-Ben Middleton from Daikin Comfort Technologies

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Exploring the Lifelong Journey of Education-Harvey Caplan and Ray Coker

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Am I ready to become an Educator?- Ty Branaman from ESCO

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An Evolution of ECM Motors- Chris Mohalley from Regal Rexnord

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Demystifying Motors- Chris Mohalley from Regal Rexnord

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Communicating HVAC Systems- Todd Kler from HVACRedu.net

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Why do we need to have an A2L closed book exam?-Howard Weiss from ESCO Group

150

HVACR Technology Transitions with Johnson Controls, Daikin and Fujitsu

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Explorando opciones en el mundo de HVACR para la comunidad hispana-Exploring options in the HVACR world for the Hispanic community

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Exploring options in the HVACR world for the Hispanic community

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Explorando opciones en el mundo de HVACR para la comunidad hispana-Exploring options in the HVACR world for the Hispanic community-

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Explorando opciones en el mundo de HVACR para la comunidad hispana

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Explorando opciones en el mundo de HVACR para la comunidad hispana

156

Bridging The Gap On Cold Climate Heat Pump Adoption-MIDEA/NEEA/DOE

157

Next Generation Heat Pumps- Rajesh Dixit, Piero Caballero and Matt Schlegel from Johnson Controls

158

Refrigerant Transitions with Jason Obrzut & Chris Forth

159

Turning Data into Dollars-John Ellis from Dynamic Air Consulting

160

The 608 is not the only thing in the Clean Air Act-Terry Dussault from Yellowknife Safety

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ECM Constant Torque Motors-Chris Mohalley from Regal Rexnord

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Demystifying The Flame Rectification Circuit- Jason Obrzut from ESCO Institute

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ECM Constant Airflow Motors-Chris Mohalley from Regal Rexnord

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R290/R600 Tools and Training-David Ferrone and Doug Gildehaus from Nu-Calgon

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From Venezuelan Concert Clarinetist to American HVAC Professional-Daniel Mendoza from ESCO

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"Grit Leads To Greatness" the book by Chris Eccleston & Jenny Schroen

167

Inverters and Automobiles......Are they the same? Todd Kler from HVACRedu.net

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OSHA Safety In The Classroom- J.R. Kok from Lewis-Clark State College

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Unleashing Potential: The Power of Believing in Yourself-Allen Coggins from Cocoon

170

You are only as good as the tools you use-Eric Kaiser from Tru Tech Tools

171

How do communicating HVAC systems work-John Brown from EWC Controls Inc.

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Indoor Air Quality is all about the Quality of Air Indoors-Kevin Hart from HAVEN IAQ

173

Are you ready to become a HPBOP? Larry Chang from the BEST Center

174

Are you recruiting Gen Z properly? Rodger Smelcer from United Service Technologies

175

The many hats of an HVACR educator- Tom Tebbe from HVAC Excellence

176

Chat GPT for the HVACR industry? Donald Thomas a US Army building inspector

177

What does SNAP 26 mean to YOU-Jason Obrzut from ESCO Institute

178

How Did I Get Here...? Finding HVACR with Ranger Novrit

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What is Programmatic Accreditation?-Howard Weiss from HVAC Excellence

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Will YOU be contributing to the industry when you're 83?-Harvey Caplan from Certified HVAC Training

181

Speaking to Different Generations-Greg Crumpton from Service Logic

182

Are you Brazing or Melting-Don Gillis from Chemours

183

Who Gets The Goodies-Howard Weiss from the ESCO Group

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Tools And Technologies For A Modern Workforce-Greg Crumpton from ServiceLogic

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Classroom Communication-Don Gillis from Chemours

186

Hello House- Tyler Nelson from Sauermann

187

Suck It Up Buttercup-Gerald Bergren from Air Flo Heating

188

Am I The Problem Or Is There Something Else Here-Eugene Silberstein from ESCO

189

Renewable fuels are a big part of Decarbonization-Bob O'brien of N.O.R.A.

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Gas Furnace Sequence of Operation-Joe Delong from NexTech Academy

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Program Advisory Committee meetings-Howard Weiss of the ESCO Group

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Investing in your future-Brian Kelly of the UA

193

Preparing to work with New Refrigerants-Greg Guse of Yellow Jacket

194

I Was The Unteachable- Joe Kokinda of ProHVACR

195

New to the Classroom- Mark Kohnen of Kaskaskia College

196

Technology is your friend not your enemy-Louise Kellar of UEI

197

Selling Yourself and your Program-Keith Avery of Hampden Engineering

198

Tips for Teachers-Jim Fultz of White Rodgers

199

Not your father's hammer-Greg Guse of Yellow Jacket

200

The sad reality of CO poisoning-Kris Hauschildt of The Jenkins Foundation

201

5 steps to Programmatic Accreditation-Dennis Soukup of HVAC Excellence

202

Preparing for the field-Brian Kelley of the UA

203

Inverter Operations-Kyle Hunter of Midea

204

I'm a teacher not a counselor right?-Patrick Murphy of The ESCO Institute

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The world is changing..Embrace It-Kate Cinnamo & Renee Tomlinson

206

Is this reading correct?-Louise Kellar of UEI

207

Walkin Box Design-Dennis Soukup of Sunrise Refrigeration

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Inverters In The Classroom-Jeff Bledsoe of Daikin

209

New To The Classroom-Greg Castro of Center for Employment Training

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Misperceptions of our industry-Women In HVACR

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Who let the juice out?-Patrick Murphy of the ESCO Institute

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Ice Machine Sequence of Operation-Dennis Soukup of Sunrise Refrigeration

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Greetings