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Did You Know?-The ESCO HVAC Podcast — 209 episodes

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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

4

Building Careers, Brotherhood and the Future Workforce

5

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

6

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

7

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

8

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

9

The Refrigerant Reality Check: Why Recovery Matters More Than Ever

10

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

11

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

12

Replay: All Trades Paige on Redefining the Skilled Trades

13

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

14

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

15

The Negawatt Is Cheaper Than the Megawatt: Electrification & Infrastructure

16

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

18

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

19

The Heat Pump Revolution: Transforming HVAC for a Sustainable Future

20

The HVAC Workforce: Insights from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

21

Bridging the Gap: The Future of Blue Collar Work

22

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

23

Pro-IQ™ Services Tackles Contractors' Biggest Challenges

24

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

25

Decoding HVAC Standards: Navigating Energy Efficiency and Indoor Air Quality

26

“How Did We Get Here?” with Jeff Bledsoe

27

Mastering HVAC Diagnostics: Insights from Joe Joe the HVAC Man

28

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

29

Revolutionizing Home Comfort: Inside Hitachi’s Air Home Technology

30

Cracking the Code of Expansion Valves: Insights from the Field

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Cracking the Code of Expansion Valves: Insights from the Field

32

Adapting to Change: The Future of HVAC Technology and Training

33

Inspiring the Next Generation to “Check Out a Trade”

34

Overcoming the Fear: Personal Branding in HVAC

35

Mastering the Basics: Elevating HVAC Installation and Training

36

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

37

The Future of Commercial HVAC: Dual Fuel Solutions with Bosch

38

Women in HVAC: A Legacy of Innovation and Inclusion

39

Navigating the Future of Electrification: Rewiring America

40

Solving HVAC’s Labor and Supply Chain Challenges

41

Simplicity & Capability: A2L Refrigerant Transitions with Intelligent Controls

42

Empowering the Next Generation of HVAC Professionals

43

Breaking Barriers: All Trades Paige on Redefining the Skilled Trades

44

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

45

Refrigerant Real Talk with Kate Houghton

46

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

47

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

48

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

49

Preventing VRF Failures with Fundamental Best Practices- Mike Hirschbock

50

Precision, Performance, and the Power of Load Calculations

51

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

52

Be the Trainer They Trust: The Sales Will Come Later

53

Cool Under Pressure: Making the A2L Transition Less Intimidating

54

Electrify Everything: Reinventing HVAC

55

Marine Corps Lessons for HVAC Leadership

56

No Filters Needed: The Power of Authenticity in HVAC Education

57

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

58

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

59

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

62

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

63

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

66

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

69

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

83

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

84

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

87

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

88

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

89

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

90

Creating Culture In The Classroom- Steve Coscia from Coscia Communications

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

92

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

93

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

96

Troubleshooting a Daikin 5VDC Communicating System

97

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

99

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

100

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

101

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

102

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

103

The Evolution Of The HVACR Industry- Dave Nichols from Lennox

104

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

105

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

106

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

107

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

109

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

110

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

111

Tools That Expedite Our Jobs- Tony Gonzalez from Fieldpiece

112

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

113

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

114

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

115

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

116

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

117

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

118

Change Is In The Air- Tyler Nelson from Sauermann Group

119

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

120

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

121

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

122

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

123

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

124

A Deep Dive Into The Combustion Cycle-Rachel Kaiser

125

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

126

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

127

The Technological Evolution of Education- Bill Northrup from Northpark Innovations

128

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

129

Consequences of Improper Practices- Tom Cates from Lennox International

130

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

131

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

132

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

133

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

134

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

135

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

136

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

137

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

138

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

139

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

140

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

141

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

142

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

146

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

152

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

153

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

154

Refrigerant Transitions with Jason Obrzut & Chris Forth

155

Turning Data into Dollars-John Ellis from Dynamic Air Consulting

156

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

157

ECM Constant Torque Motors-Chris Mohalley from Regal Rexnord

158

Demystifying The Flame Rectification Circuit- Jason Obrzut from ESCO Institute

159

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

162

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

163

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

164

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

165

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

166

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

167

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

168

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

169

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

170

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

171

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

172

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

173

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

174

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

175

What is Programmatic Accreditation?-Howard Weiss from HVAC Excellence

176

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

177

Speaking to Different Generations-Greg Crumpton from Service Logic

178

Are you Brazing or Melting-Don Gillis from Chemours

179

Who Gets The Goodies-Howard Weiss from the ESCO Group

180

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

181

Classroom Communication-Don Gillis from Chemours

182

Hello House- Tyler Nelson from Sauermann

183

Suck It Up Buttercup-Gerald Bergren from Air Flo Heating

184

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

185

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

186

Gas Furnace Sequence of Operation-Joe Delong from NexTech Academy

187

Program Advisory Committee meetings-Howard Weiss of the ESCO Group

188

Investing in your future-Brian Kelly of the UA

189

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

190

I Was The Unteachable- Joe Kokinda of ProHVACR

191

New to the Classroom- Mark Kohnen of Kaskaskia College

192

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

193

Selling Yourself and your Program-Keith Avery of Hampden Engineering

194

Tips for Teachers-Jim Fultz of White Rodgers

195

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

196

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

197

5 steps to Programmatic Accreditation-Dennis Soukup of HVAC Excellence

198

Preparing for the field-Brian Kelley of the UA

199

Inverter Operations-Kyle Hunter of Midea

200

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

201

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

202

Is this reading correct?-Louise Kellar of UEI

203

Walkin Box Design-Dennis Soukup of Sunrise Refrigeration

204

Inverters In The Classroom-Jeff Bledsoe of Daikin

205

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

206

Misperceptions of our industry-Women In HVACR

207

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

208

Ice Machine Sequence of Operation-Dennis Soukup of Sunrise Refrigeration

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Greetings