Best HVAC R And D Podcasts (2026)

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Challenging the Standard: Gregg Butler and the 14-Minute Diagnostic Shift 1:19:06

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In this episode of HVAC R&D, Ramblin Rhyno' (Rhydon Atzenhoffer) sits down with Greggory Butler, the creator of TA‑14 — a bold, structured approach to residential HVAC diagnostics built not just to teach the steps, but to reset the mindset. A former Army infantryman turned one-man $2M/year service tech, Gregg doesn’t shy away from asking tough ques…

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Challenging the Standard: Gregg Butler and the 14-Minute Diagnostic Shift 1:19:06

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In this episode of HVAC R&D, Ramblin Rhyno' (Rhydon Atzenhoffer) sits down with Greggory Butler, the creator of TA‑14 — a bold, structured approach to residential HVAC diagnostics built not just to teach the steps, but to reset the mindset. A former Army infantryman turned one-man $2M/year service tech, Gregg doesn’t shy away from asking tough ques…

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Show Stopper: Innovative HVAC legend Ron Saunders talks Drain IV and latest ventures 58:53

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A very Merry Christmas and soon to be Happy New Year to all of you in the #TradeCrew and thank you for listening. This week on the HVAC R&D Podcast your host Rhydon Atzenhoffer, aka the Ramblin' Rhyno, had the pleasure to interview one of the creative titans of the HVAC industry, Ron Saunders. Decades of experience in the IAQ world saw Ron help to …

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Show Stopper: Innovative HVAC legend Ron Saunders talks Drain IV and latest ventures 58:53

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A very Merry Christmas and soon to be Happy New Year to all of you in the #TradeCrew and thank you for listening. This week on the HVAC R&D Podcast your host Rhydon Atzenhoffer, aka the Ramblin' Rhyno, had the pleasure to interview one of the creative titans of the HVAC industry, Ron Saunders. Decades of experience in the IAQ world saw Ron help to …

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From Field to Distribution: Commercial Kitchen Chronicles interviews HVAC R and D Podcast host Rhydon Atzenhoffer 1:15:26

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What's up #TradeCrew! This week we are dropping the audio only version of your HVAC R&D Podcast host, Rhydon Atzenhoffer, and his guest appearance on the Commercial Kitchen Chronicles Podcast with Pat Finley and Jason Latimer. If you don’t already know, Pat was just named to the 2026 ESCO Institute Top 25 Most Influential Educators and Trainers and…

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From Field to Distribution: Commercial Kitchen Chronicles interviews HVAC R and D Podcast host Rhydon Atzenhoffer 1:15:26

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What's up #TradeCrew! This week we are dropping the audio only version of your HVAC R&D Podcast host, Rhydon Atzenhoffer, and his guest appearance on the Commercial Kitchen Chronicles Podcast with Pat Finley and Jason Latimer. If you don’t already know, Pat was just named to the 2026 ESCO Institute Top 25 Most Influential Educators and Trainers and…

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HVAC Zoomies: Will inconsistency at McLaren give Red Bull and Max Verstappen wings 56:38

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What’s Up #TradeCrew and HVAC Zoomie Nation! This week on the HVAC R&D Podcast Bonus Show, the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, Rhydon and Rachael finally get to catch up after not having talked Formula 1 since the summer break. From the British Grand Prix the two pick where they left off with insights to the results of the Belgian GP, Hungarian GP, Dutch GP,…

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HVAC Zoomies: Will inconsistency at McLaren give Red Bull and Max Verstappen wings 56:38

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What’s Up #TradeCrew and HVAC Zoomie Nation! This week on the HVAC R&D Podcast Bonus Show, the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, Rhydon and Rachael finally get to catch up after not having talked Formula 1 since the summer break. From the British Grand Prix the two pick where they left off with insights to the results of the Belgian GP, Hungarian GP, Dutch GP,…

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Lucky in Kentucky: Tyler Dreisbach talks Life, Hilmor Tools and HVAC 1:09:36

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What’s Up #TradeCrew! This week on the HVAC R&D Podcast we’re joined by Tyler Dreisbach, a Louisville Kentucky based installer and journeyman and a rising star in the social media HVAC scene. Tyler has been making a name for himself with his trademark refrigerant line bends and clean install videos and posts on Instagram and is now even branching o…

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Lucky in Kentucky: Tyler Dreisbach talks Life, Hilmor Tools and HVAC 1:09:36

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What’s Up #TradeCrew! This week on the HVAC R&D Podcast we’re joined by Tyler Dreisbach, a Louisville Kentucky based installer and journeyman and a rising star in the social media HVAC scene. Tyler has been making a name for himself with his trademark refrigerant line bends and clean install videos and posts on Instagram and is now even branching o…

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Justin Heller: From Motorcycles to MiniSplits and a life changing Trade 1:15:20

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Today #TradeCrew, we’re joined by Justin Heller, an HVAC Install Lead with six years in the trenches and a passion for all things mechanical. From motorcycles to mini splits, Justin brings the same energy and intensity—and he’s not afraid to share his perspective on where the HVAC trade is headed. Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode: Segment 1 …

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Justin Heller: From Motorcycles to MiniSplits and a life changing Trade 1:15:20

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Today #TradeCrew, we’re joined by Justin Heller, an HVAC Install Lead with six years in the trenches and a passion for all things mechanical. From motorcycles to mini splits, Justin brings the same energy and intensity—and he’s not afraid to share his perspective on where the HVAC trade is headed. Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode: Segment 1 …

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Introducing Victoria Garcia Massimo: Zoning, Sustainability and the Future of HVAC 1:04:47

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Hey #TradeCrew, Rhydon here, This week on the HVAC R&D Podcast we’re joined by Victoria Garcia Massimo, Director of North American Operations at Airzone and a rising voice in sustainable HVAC. Victoria was also just named the 2025 ACHR News Top 40 under 40. From her move across the country to her leadership in ASHRAE, Victoria brings a sharp perspe…

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Introducing Victoria Garcia Massimo: Zoning, Sustainability and the Future of HVAC 1:04:47

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Hey #TradeCrew, Rhydon here, This week on the HVAC R&D Podcast we’re joined by Victoria Garcia Massimo, Director of North American Operations at Airzone and a rising voice in sustainable HVAC. Victoria was also just named the 2025 ACHR News Top 40 under 40. From her move across the country to her leadership in ASHRAE, Victoria brings a sharp perspe…

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Behind the Mindset: HVAC Tactical Interviews Rhydon Atzenhoffer 55:35

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Hey #TradeCrew, Rhydon here, a massive thank you to Ben Poole and all of the HVAC Tactical team for the invite to be a part of their video series, Behind the Mindset. Ben graciously allowed me to repurpose the show as the full audio version here for all of you and I hope you enjoy our discussion of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness in the …

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Behind the Mindset: HVAC Tactical Interviews Rhydon Atzenhoffer 55:35

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Hey #TradeCrew, Rhydon here, a massive thank you to Ben Poole and all of the HVAC Tactical team for the invite to be a part of their video series, Behind the Mindset. Ben graciously allowed me to repurpose the show as the full audio version here for all of you and I hope you enjoy our discussion of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness in the …

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Peddle Down and Drive: HVAC Sales, Brad Pitt, Silverstone and F1 Silly Season 57:42

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Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a midsummer F1 special Zoomies bonus episode where we cover Brad Pitt taking our money, dissecting the British GP drama from Silverstone, and kick off the F1 silly season with some Red Bull upheaval. What’s Inside: HVAC Catch-Up (0:00–15:00) Canada Day & July 4th round up Summer sales and service hustle Brad P…

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Peddle Down and Drive: HVAC Sales, Brad Pitt, Silverstone and F1 Silly Season 57:42

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Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a midsummer F1 special Zoomies bonus episode where we cover Brad Pitt taking our money, dissecting the British GP drama from Silverstone, and kick off the F1 silly season with some Red Bull upheaval. What’s Inside: HVAC Catch-Up (0:00–15:00) Canada Day & July 4th round up Summer sales and service hustle Brad P…

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From North American with Love: Canada Day, July 4th and the 75th British Grand Prix 58:45

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Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a special holiday-themed bonus episode, blending North American BBQ talk with all the high-speed action from Austria and discussion and predictions for Formula 1’s 75th British Grand Prix at Silverstone. What’s Inside: Holiday BBQ Essentials (0:00–18:00) Happy Canada Day & July 4th shout-outs! Must-have tools …

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From North American with Love: Canada Day, July 4th and the 75th British Grand Prix 58:45

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Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a special holiday-themed bonus episode, blending North American BBQ talk with all the high-speed action from Austria and discussion and predictions for Formula 1’s 75th British Grand Prix at Silverstone. What’s Inside: Holiday BBQ Essentials (0:00–18:00) Happy Canada Day & July 4th shout-outs! Must-have tools …

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Ring of Chaos: The HVAC Zoomies Discuss HVAC News, Recap the Canadian GP and Preview the Austrian GP 54:34

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Join your hosts Rhydon Atzenhoffer and Rachael Plein for another HVAC Zoomies bonus episode—catching up on industry news before diving into the aftermath of the Canadian Grand Prix and making bold predictions for the Red Bull Ring in Austria. What’s Inside: HVAC Catch-Up & Industry News (0:00–20:00) Rachel and Rhydon’s latest career updates The $75…

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Ring of Chaos: The HVAC Zoomies Discuss HVAC News, Recap the Canadian GP and Preview the Austrian GP 54:34

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Join your hosts Rhydon Atzenhoffer and Rachael Plein for another HVAC Zoomies bonus episode—catching up on industry news before diving into the aftermath of the Canadian Grand Prix and making bold predictions for the Red Bull Ring in Austria. What’s Inside: HVAC Catch-Up & Industry News (0:00–20:00) Rachel and Rhydon’s latest career updates The $75…

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Episode 158: HVAC R&D Podcast – Ty Smith on Apprenticeships, Mentoring and Refrigeration 56:52

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Episode 158: HVAC R&D Podcast – Ty Smith on Apprenticeships, Mentoring and Refrigeration Join your host Rhydon Atzenhoffer and guest Ty Smith for an in-depth look at life on the racks, mastering commercial refrigeration, and shaping the next generation of techs. What’s Inside: Life Catch-Up & Hobbies (0:00–17:00) • Balancing family time, fieldwork,…

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Episode 158: HVAC R&D Podcast – Ty Smith on Apprenticeships, Mentoring and Refrigeration 56:52

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Episode 158: HVAC R&D Podcast – Ty Smith on Apprenticeships, Mentoring and Refridgeration Join your host Rhydon Atzenhoffer and guest Ty Smith for an in-depth look at life on the racks, mastering commercial refrigeration, and shaping the next generation of techs. What’s Inside: Life Catch-Up & Hobbies (0:00–17:00) • Balancing family time, fieldwork…

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Bonus Episode 157: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – The Pains of Spain and the Canadian Grand Prix Preview 52:45

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Bonus Episode 157: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – The Pains of Spain and the Canadian Grand Prix Preview Join hosts Rhydon and Rachael for another high-energy HVAC Zoomies bonus episode, where they blend personal and industry updates on their lives in HVAC with Formula 1 deep dives and bold predictions. What’s Inside: HVAC Catch-Up (1:00–15:00) Rachael’s l…

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Bonus Episode 157: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – The Pains of Spain and the Canadian Grand Prix Preview 52:45

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Bonus Episode 157: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – The Pains of Spain and the Canadian Grand Prix Preview Join hosts Rhydon and Rachael for another high-energy HVAC Zoomies bonus episode, where they blend personal and industry updates on their lives in HVAC with Formula 1 deep dives and bold predictions. What’s Inside: HVAC Catch-Up (1:00–15:00) Rachael’s l…

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Bonus Episode: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – Imola, Monaco and a whole lot of Spanish Grand Prix Going On 58:33

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Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for another action-packed bonus episode where we dive into top HVAC headlines before taking you through the recent Imola & Monaco Grand Prix recaps and previewing the Spanish Grand Prix. What’s Inside: HVAC News & Industry Catch-Up (0:00–20:00) Top Distributors of 2025: A look at ACHR’s Top-30 list and how Carrier…

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Bonus Episode: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – Imola, Monaco and a whole lot of Spanish Grand Prix Going On 58:33

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Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for another action-packed bonus episode where we dive into top HVAC headlines before taking you through the recent Imola & Monaco Grand Prix recaps and previewing the Spanish Grand Prix. What’s Inside: HVAC News & Industry Catch-Up (0:00–20:00) Top Distributors of 2025: A look at ACHR’s Top-30 list and how Carrier…

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Episode 155: HVAC R&D Podcast – Talking RLS and Press with Jason Norman of Emerald Green Mechanical 58:09

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Join your host Rhydon and special guest Jason Norman from Emerald Green Mechanical in Vancouver, BC, as they cover career journeys, their experiences with cutting-edge RLS-Rapid Locking System Press fittings technology and why locking it down matters. What’s Inside: Opening Catch-Up (2:00–12:00) Jason’s family updates, life in Vancouver, and early …

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Episode 155: HVAC R&D Podcast – Talking RLS and Press with Jason Norman of Emerald Green Mechanical 58:09

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Join your host Rhydon and special guest Jason Norman from Emerald Green Mechanical in Vancouver, BC, as they cover career journeys, their experiences with cutting-edge RLS-Rapid Locking System Press fittings technology and why locking it down matters. What’s Inside: Opening Catch-Up (2:00–12:00) Jason’s family updates, life in Vancouver, and early …

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Bonus Episode 154: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – R454B Price Wars and Imola GP Preview 52:32

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Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a turbocharged bonus episode where we kick off with critical HVAC headlines before shifting into Formula 1 action. What’s Inside: HVAC News (0:00–11:00) Carrier’s $1 B investment in U.S. manufacturing The fight over federal tax credits—and what elimination could mean for your projects R-454B topping: Trane’s s…

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Bonus Episode 154: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – R454B Price Wars and Imola GP Preview 52:32

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Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a turbocharged bonus episode where we kick off with critical HVAC headlines before shifting into Formula 1 action. What’s Inside: HVAC News (0:00–11:00) Carrier’s $1 B investment in U.S. manufacturing The fight over federal tax credits—and what elimination could mean for your projects R-454B topping: Trane’s s…

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Episode 153: HVAC R&D Podcast – Keith Flores of HG Home Services & HG Home Guardian 1:24:00

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Join your host Rhydon and guest Keith Flores of HG Home Services and HG Home Guardian as they dive into family life, business growth, cutting-edge home automation, and the power of giving back. What’s Inside: Catch-Up & F1 Banter (0:00–14:00) – Keith’s family updates, new pups on the block, and a nod to the HVAC Zoomies Podcast with some F1 chat. H…

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Episode 153: HVAC R&D Podcast – Keith Flores of HG Home Services & HG Home Guardian 1:24:00

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Join your host Rhydon and guest Keith Flores of HG Home Services and HG Home Guardian as they dive into family life, business growth, cutting-edge home automation, and the power of giving back. What’s Inside: Catch-Up & F1 Banter (0:00–14:00) – Keith’s family updates, new pups on the block, and a nod to the HVAC Zoomies Podcast with some F1 chat. H…

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Bonus Episode: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – Saudi GP Recap & Miami GP Preview 45:05

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Bonus Episode: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – Saudi GP Recap & Miami GP Preview Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a high-octane bonus episode where we kick off with the latest HVAC headlines and then shift into the fast-paced world of Formula 1. What’s Inside: R-454B Shortage & Pricing Struggles – Why contractors are feeling the pinch on R-454B supply…

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Bonus Episode: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – Saudi GP Recap & Miami GP Preview 45:05

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Bonus Episode: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – Saudi GP Recap & Miami GP Preview Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a high-octane bonus episode where we kick off with the latest HVAC headlines and then shift into the fast-paced world of Formula 1. What’s Inside: R-454B Shortage & Pricing Struggles – Why contractors are feeling the pinch on R-454B supply…

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Workin For a Livin: Bridging the Skilled Careers Gap with Mark Hedstrom 1:09:51

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This week Rhydon Atzenhoffer welcomes the Executive Director of the Skilled Careers Coalition, Mark Hedstrom, to the HVAC R&D Podcast. The two discuss the ‘Gen Z toolbelt generation,’ the silver tsunami of retiring tradespeople, and how mentorships and programs like Skills Jam are shaping the future of recruitment and support for the skilled trades…

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Workin For a Livin: Bridging the Skilled Careers Gap with Mark Hedstrom 1:09:51

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This week Rhydon Atzenhoffer welcomes the Executive Director of the Skilled Careers Coalition, Mark Hedstrom, to the HVAC R&D Podcast. The two discuss the ‘Gen Z toolbelt generation,’ the silver tsunami of retiring tradespeople, and how mentorships and programs like Skills Jam are shaping the future of recruitment and support for the skilled trades…

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HVAC Zoomies: Arabian Nights Under the Lights at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit 55:53

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Welcome back to the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, your favorite bonus show from HVAC R&D, as Rhydon and Rachael get into the fifth week of the 2025 Formula 1 season. This week we take a look back at Oscar Piastri's dominant victory in Bahrain and preview this coming week's night race in Jeddah. Enjoy the show and here is to another great Grand Prix! Make s…

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HVAC Zoomies: Arabian Nights Under the Lights at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit 55:53

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Welcome back to the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, your favorite bonus show from HVAC R&D, as Rhydon and Rachael get into the fifth week of the 2025 Formula 1 season. This week we take a look back at Oscar Piastri's dominant victory in Bahrain and preview this coming week's night race in Jeddah. Enjoy the show and here is to another great Grand Prix! Make s…

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HVAC Zoomies: Back to Bahrain as McLaren, Mercedes and Red Bull Battle for the Podium 52:46

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It's race week four of the 2025 Formula 1 season already and after three rounds it looks like it is already shaping up to be a Max Verstappen vs McLaren for the Drivers championship. Rhydon and Rachael break down last week's results and get their bold predictions on the board for the coming weekend and enjoy some great HVAC banter along the way. A …

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HVAC Zoomies: Back to Bahrain as McLaren, Mercedes and Red Bull Battle for the Podium 52:46

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It's race week four of the 2025 Formula 1 season already and after three rounds it looks like it is already shaping up to be a Max Verstappen vs McLaren for the Drivers championship. Rhydon and Rachael break down last week's results and get their bold predictions on the board for the coming weekend and enjoy some great HVAC banter along the way. A …

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Made in Texas: From Third Generation Tradie to Bestselling Marketing Guru with Amber Gaige 49:06

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This week Rhydon Atzenhoffer welcomes third generation Tradeswoman and professional marketing bestseller, Amber Gaige, to the HVAC R&D Podcast. Amber helped to grow her family's plumbing business where she was put into the position to "start" a marketing company, that launched her into her career passion of supporting businesses with their branding…

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Made in Texas: From Third Generation Tradie to Bestselling Marketing Guru with Amber Gaige 49:06

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This week Rhydon Atzenhoffer welcomes third generation Tradeswoman and professional marketing bestseller, Amber Gaige, to the HVAC R&D Podcast. Amber helped to grow her family's plumbing business where she was put into the position to "start" a marketing company, that launched her into her career passion of supporting businesses with their branding…

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HVAC Zoomies: McLaren Shanghai Dominance and the Suzuka Tsunoda Surprise for Japan 47:16

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Welcome back to episode three of the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, a bonus show produced by HVAC R&D! Rhydon and Rachael are pumped to be back for another discussion as they break down some hot topics in the HVAC world to open the show, and then they get to the 2025 Chinese Sprint and Grand Prix results while evaluating their current bold prediction standi…

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HVAC Zoomies: McLaren Shanghai Dominance and the Suzuka Tsunoda Surprise for Japan 47:16

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Welcome back to episode three of the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, a bonus show produced by HVAC R&D! Rhydon and Rachael are pumped to be back for another discussion as they break down some hot topics in the HVAC world to open the show, and then they get to the 2025 Chinese Sprint and Grand Prix results while evaluating their current bold prediction standi…

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Meet Me on the Roof: Laura Pitassi and the Journey of an HVAC Dynamo 57:41

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What's Up #TradeCrew! This week on the HVAC R and D Podcast, Rhydon Atzenhoffer is joined by Laura Pitassi, an up and coming lady of the trade specializing in commercial service and custom piping systems. Laura discusses her journey to becoming an HVAC Dynamo and how she came to find that the trades were truly where she belonged and found her caree…

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Meet Me on the Roof: Laura Pitassi and the Journey of an HVAC Dynamo 57:41

9M ago57:41

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What's Up #TradeCrew! This week on the HVAC R and D Podcast, Rhydon Atzenhoffer is joined by Laura Pitassi, an up and coming lady of the trade specializing in commercial service and custom piping systems. Laura discusses her journey to becoming an HVAC Dynamo and how she came to find that the trades were truly where she belonged and found her caree…

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HVAC Zoomies: Formula 1 Mayhem in Melbourne and the Shanghai Straights 51:28

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Rhydon and Rachael are back this week for the second installment of the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, an HVAC R and D Podcast Bonus Production, and they could not have asked for a more chaotic season opener to discuss after the Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix last weekend. The two open the show with some quick news from around the world of HVAC and the…

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HVAC Zoomies: Formula 1 Mayhem in Melbourne and the Shanghai Straights 51:28

10M ago51:28

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Rhydon and Rachael are back this week for the second installment of the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, an HVAC R and D Podcast Bonus Production, and they could not have asked for a more chaotic season opener to discuss after the Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix last weekend. The two open the show with some quick news from around the world of HVAC and the…