Best Hydronic Podcasts (2025)

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Hydronics: The OG HVAC - Part 1 1:24:14

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In this episode we are once again diving into the world of hydronics systems and air-to-water heat pumps. These systems are poised to transform how we heat and cool homes and buildings in the US. In this Part 1 of a two part series, we’ll be tracing the historical "divergence" that pushed the US toward forced-air ducting while Europe stayed with th…

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EP250 Beyond the Equipment: Reflections on 250 Episodes of HVAC and Building Science with Eric and Bill (December 2025) 32:36

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Quotes from the Episode: "Good building systems don't start with equipment—they start with a plan and a thoughtful process." "Most comfort problems aren't equipment problems; they're building problems we haven't taken the time to understand." "If even one episode helps someone take the next step in their career, then it's all been worth it." Episod…

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Triggering Talk 28:02

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Send us a text The guys welcome in Derek Cormier, Climate Experts Air Plumbing & Electric, Melbourne, Fla., and Aizik Zimerman of J. Blanton Plumbing, Northbrook, Ill., as they podcast from the Nexstar Super Meeting. This episode is brought to you by Bradford White — trusted by pros for high-quality, innovative products. Their new AeroTherm Series …

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Turbcor®: The technology behind oil free cooling 37:28

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In this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVAC/R, host Jamie Kitchen talks with Jason Kollman (Danfoss Turbocor®) about what makes oil-free, magnetic-bearing centrifugal compressors unique—from Turbocor’s origins to how the “computer-like” compressor design delivers high efficiency, stable performance over time, and low maintenance. They cover r…

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EP249 The Hidden Hazards: CO, H₂S and the Tech Behind Modern Gas Detection With Dave Massner from Sensorcon (December 2025) 46:05

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Episode quotes: "Hydrogen sulfide doesn't announce itself. It can drift in, hit your mucus membranes, and start causing real harm before you know it's there." "You can't treat sensor response like magic—it's physics, chemistry, and smart filtering working together to tell you what's actually happening in the space." In this episode, Bill & Eric sit…

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Hitting for the Triple Crown 33:27

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Send us a text The guys welcome in Rick Koester, senior technical field trainer North Americas for the Ariston Group and NTI Boilers. Recently, Rick joined NTI Boilers and the Ariston Group and is currently focused on the launch of the company’s new Air to Water Heat Pump. He started as a service tech, then to the rep side to where he is today. We …

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X Generation Introduction [VIDEO] 47:21

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Send us a text In this episode, Paul, Steve and Bryn are at the ACTE Conference and discuss the X Generation City Multi Equipment releasing in 2026! Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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EP248 Balanced Comfort, Brutal Lessons: Scaling, Losing Half Your Revenue, and Starting Over with AI with Aaron Husak (November 2025) 39:20

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"Inspect your marketing the way you'd inspect a home—run diagnostics, don't guess." – Aaron Husak "Attitude is way more important than aptitude. One bad apple really can infect the whole company." – Aaron Husak In this episode of the Building HVAC Science podcast, Eric and Bill sit down with long-time friend and contractor-turned-marketing pro, Aar…

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Analyzing Combustion 39:25

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Send us a text This week the guys dig deep into the world of the combustion analyzing market with Jason Esteves, general manager, Seitron Americas. This episode is brought to you by Bradford White — trusted by pros for high-quality, innovative products. Their new AeroTherm Series G2 hybrid electric heat pump water heater is their most efficient yet…

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Airflow at the DSG Conference with Doug Buch 38:33

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Send us a text In this episode, recorded at the 2025 DSG Conference, Paul, Juan and Bryn talk with Doug Buch of the T.I.G.E.R. Team about the importance of airflow in an HVAC system. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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EP247 From CEO to Chief Education Officer: Bill Spohn on Legacy, Leadership & Better HVAC (November 2025) 33:19

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"Get mad at the problem, not the person. When people feel safe, they'll actually bring you the real issues." - Bill Spohn "We're woven into the fabric of this industry. The industry made me—so in a way, it owns me." - Bill Spohn "What we have to learn to do, we learn by doing." - Aristotle In this episode, Eric turns the mic around and interviews h…

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E-Chiller with Oscar, Felix, and Jorge [VIDEO] 26:14

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Send us a text In this episode, Paul talks with Oscar, Felix, and Jorge about the e-Chiller. Currently only available internationally, the e-Chiller will soon be another hydronic solution in the US. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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Why Would I Possibly Want to Be a Plumber? 35:54

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Send us a text Recorded from the PHCC CONNECT show in Grand Rapids, Mich., Tim and John talk with Aaron Kilburg, Midwest Commercial Sales Manager at NIBCO, Eric and Aviva Maxon, President and Apprentice (at the time of recording) of Steward's Plumbing, Albuquerque, NM, and Jeff and Janice Voss, President & Secretary at Jeff's Plumbing & Repair, Inc…

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Beyond the View 1:31:29

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Windows are pivotal to the lived experience of a home. They impact the basic aesthetic and provide natural light, views, ventilation, and safety. However, they are also nearly always the largest single source of heat loss and gain - it's hard to overstate the importance of getting windows right, as they play a huge role in a building's energy use. …

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EP246 Beyond MERV: The Truth About Smoke, Sensors, and Standards With Sissi Liu (October 2025) 39:29

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Episode quotes: "Below about 0.4 microns, many low-cost PM sensors are basically guessing—right where wildfire smoke and aerosols live." — Sissi Liu "Electrostatic filters can look great at first—and then fall off a cliff in smoke. Pressure drop won't warn you." — Sissi Liu "Science is a way of thinking much more than it is a body of knowledge." — …

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Running a Better Business 43:19

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Send us a text From the Nexstar Super Meeting, Tim & John talk to three separate contractors about their businesses. Dayna Hottle from C&C Heating and Cooling, Washington Mich., Marissa & Jason Johnson from Johnson & Johnson Heating, AC & Plumbing, Martinsburg, WV, and Phil Hotarek from Lutz Plumbing, San Francisco Bay Area join the fellas. And, wh…

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Ecodan Pro with Juan and Gary [VIDEO] 31:25

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Send us a text In this week's episode, Steve, Juan, Gary and Bryn talk about the Ecodan Pro (CAHV). Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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Controls vs safety - Key differences in function and expectations 35:05

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In this episode, our host, Jamie Kitchen sits down with Jorg and John to unpack the real difference between pressure controls and pressure safety devices in HVACR. From fan cycling and pump-down controls to high-pressure cut-outs and manual resets, they share real-world stories from the field—what fails, why it fails, and how proper controls and sa…

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EP245 Retrofit the Future: Inside PHIUS's New Revive Standard with Al Mitchell and Haley Harlow (October 2025) 38:38

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Eric Kaiser sits down with Haley Harlow and Al Mitchell from PHIUS (Passive House Institute US) to explore Revive 2024, a groundbreaking new retrofit standard focused on thermal resilience and healthier, safer existing buildings. Haley shares her path from Pennsylvania College of Technology to her current role managing building certifications at PH…

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The Nexstar Super Meeting Podcasts v1 29:30

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Send us a text Recorded from the Nexstar Super Meeting, Tim & John start off this series by talking with Julian Scadden, CEO of Nexstar and Nick Rau, digital marketing coach at Nexstar. Why did Nexstar cut 1/3 of its membership and almost half of its revenue? Listen to hear Julian's response. This episode is brought to you by Bradford White — trust…

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s-MEXT with Ray [VIDEO] 23:24

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Send us a text In this episode, Steve, Juan and Bryn talk with Ray Alvarez about METUS' Precision Cooling equipment, and the topics covered in the course at the 2025 DSG Conference. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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EP244 Envelope, HVAC, and Humans: Solving the IAQ Puzzle with Brantley May (October 2025) 29:28

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Quotes by Brantley: "Most moisture problems are a three-way dance—envelope, mechanicals, and the occupants." "Skim the light, don't blast it. The right flashlight technique makes the invisible visible." "If you only understand one piece of the system, you're solving 1/3 of the problem." Indoor environmental specialist Brantley May joins the show to…

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Hybrid VRF with Chris and Dwain [VIDEO] 21:31

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Send us a text In this episode, Steve and Bryn talk with Chris Terranova and Dwain Barcklay about some of the benefits, particularly as we transition to A2L refrigerants, of the Hybrid VRF system. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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Veterans Day Special 30:54

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Send us a text We honor all who have served on this Veterans Day as we welcome in Nate McIntosh, director of logistics and warehousing for GF Building Flow Solutions Americas and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. He has served since 1999 through today, with four and a half years of active duty, and the rest in a reserve capacity. McIntosh holds the rank…

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EP243 Three Sensors, One Strategy: Making Maintenance Truly Smart With Kevin Weaver from SmartAC (October 2025) 35:07

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Episode Quotes from Kevin Weaver: "If we can quantify delivered capacity on the air side, we can work our way back to what's happening on the refrigerant side." "We don't have to diagnose everything remotely — we have to be great at saying, 'there's a problem,' and prioritizing action." "Even the best design can be wrecked at installation. Executio…

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Move Over Bob 38:13

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Send us a text "Let your curiosity outweigh your fear," says Kate Glantz co-founder of the new women-in-the-trades initiative, Move Over Bob. She is joined by her MOB partner, Angie Cacace to discuss this new anthem. This episode is brought to you by Bradford White — trusted by pros for high-quality, innovative products. Their new AeroTherm Series …

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A2L Updates, Ecodan, and Intelli-heat [VIDEO] 26:15

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Send us a text In this episode, Paul, Steve, Juan and Bryn discuss one of the trainings offered at the 2025 DSG conference that covers multiple topics. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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EP242 Give Every Heat Pump a Cell Phone - Predictive HVAC with Thalo Labs With Brendan Hermalyn (October 2025) 34:38

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QUOTES from the Episode "Instead of landlines everywhere, give every heat pump a cell phone and let it call home." "We're seeing close to 40% of heat pumps undercharged or leaking—no wonder callbacks are high." "What gets measured gets managed." — often attributed to Peter Drucker (fitting this data-driven shift) Brendan Hermalyn (CEO/founder, Thal…

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Cementing Carbon 1:01:15

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This is a crossover episode with the Spring Street Passive House education and advocacy series. Welcome to a pivotal conversation on the future of our built world. The concrete industry, indispensable for modern infrastructure, is facing an urgent mandate: reconcile its foundational role (pun) with its role as a source of environmental pollution. T…

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The Cole Curve & the Reason Behind the Code 33:32

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Send us a text This week we catch up with Dan Cole, Sr. Director of Technical Services and Research for IAPMO. From being a former licensed plumber to city plumbing inspector to working with the IAPMO Group, Dan's bio is full of plumbing enrichment. This episode is brought to you by Bradford White — trusted by pros for high-quality, innovative prod…

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Proper Heat Pump Installations with MESCA [VIDEO] 58:45

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Send us a text In this episode, Juan and Steve hang out with Michael and Anatoly from Mitsubishi Electric Sales Canada to discuss Canadian Halloween candy and proper heat pump installation practices. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected]…

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How individual room controls are changing comfort and efficiency 29:32

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Host Jamie Kitchen welcomes product expert Christina Kjar to discuss how individual room controls are transforming the way we heat our homes and buildings. They dive into the differences between mechanical and electronic thermostatic radiator valves, the growing role of underfloor heating, and the real-world benefits of balanced, efficient systems.…

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EP241 Hydronics, Storage, and a Single Box: Berlin Raj's Totex Vision (September 2025) 37:26

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Totex co-founder Berlin Raj joins Eric and "Overkill Bill" to unpack a single-box, hydronic monoblock system that combines space conditioning, domestic hot water, pool heating, thermal + lithium storage, EV charging integration, and backup power. Born from Berlin's lifelong tinkering (and many shocks), the idea: stop wasting condenser heat—capture …

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Speed, Velocity & Execution 43:11

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Send us a text Bradley Co.'s president Bryan Mullett joins the fellas as he talks about keeping up with innovation while staying true to the company's roots. This episode is brought to you by Bradford White — trusted by pros for high-quality, innovative products. Their new AeroTherm Series G2 hybrid electric heat pump water heater is their most eff…

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Podium with Keith Massey [VIDEO] 39:45

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Send us a text In this episode, Paul and Bryn speak with Keith Massey of Podium, to discuss Podium's digital assistant features and its capabilities. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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Systems Thinking to Save the World - 50 years of Serious Commotion 1:24:31

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This may be the ultimate systems thinking interview. Beyond building science at the site scale, this is systems thinking to save the world. Gail Vittori and Pliny Fisk III have their fingerprints all over the structural ideologies for ways of thinking that underlie what we now think of as the fields of sustainability, greenbuilding, indoor health a…

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EP240 Run Into the Fire: Curiosity, VRF, and the Rise of Roman Baugh (October 2025) 48:54

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Quotes from the Episode: "If it helps one person, then it's worth its weight in gold." —Roman "Stop asking 'What if I fail?'—ask 'What if I'm amazing at this?'" —Roman "I ran into the fire and rescued my future self." —Roman (riffing with Bill) Roman Baugh—third-generation tradesman, educator at Kalos Services, and prolific HVAC content creator—joi…

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The Economy: All Gloom & Doom? Not so fast 35:34

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Send us a text The guys catch with Elliot Eisenberg, the Bowtie Economist to talk all things economy, from tariffs to supply chain to consumer confidence. While Eisenberg says that the economy is at a B-, there are still things to be optimistic about. Check out his presentation, “Economic Crystal Ball: What the Trends Mean for Your Business," at PH…

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Y-Series Refrigerant Diagnostics [VIDEO] 36:41

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Send us a text In this episode Live from the 2025 DSG Conference, Paul, Steve, Bryn and Ryan (Buda) Suda talk Y-Series refrigerant flow and offer helpful tips on diagnostics. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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EP239 Psychrometrics, Mobile Apps, and the Future of HVAC with Carmel Software (September 2025) 32:06

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Stephen Roth—founder of Carmel Software and current owner of Hands Down Software—joins Bill and Eric to trace a multigenerational journey from a 1920s Ohio roofing firm to modern HVAC software that powers everyday field work. Stephen shares how family roots in commercial roofing and energy management shaped his path as a mechanical engineer and cod…

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Heat Pumps & Bourbon 41:27

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Send us a text The boys catch up with Gregg Holladay, Business Development Manager – Specialty Markets for Bradford White. We talk about the importance of heat pumps, BW's AeroTherm G2 HPWH, and since he lives in the heart of bourbon country, we had to talk bourbon. This episode is brought to you by Bradford White — trusted by pros for high-quality…

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Restrictions [VIDEO] 46:32

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EP238 From Talk to Proposal: NOSO's Take on Ethical, Measured Sales With Winston Chi (September 2025) 37:52

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"Use AI to augment people, not replace them." "Windshield time is 30% of a tech's day—let's turn it into sales prep." "Proposals should translate specs into homeowner value—comfort, savings, and choices." In this episode, recorded live from the NCI Summit 2025 in Round Rock, TX, Bill and Eric sit down with Winston Chi, co-founder of NOSO Labs, to e…

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Building A Community Though Culture and Immersive Learning 35:32

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Send us a text The guys welcome in Michael Evans, Training and Development for Milwaukee Tool. Michael has consistently delivered exceptional results with over 23 years of expertise in sales, training, customer service, and brand marketing. As a servant leader, he fosters empowerment and drives excellence, leading a team of learning professionals t…

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Hydronic Heating Systems - The Basics [VIDEO] 54:50

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Send us a text In this episode, Steve and Bryn reminisce about their boiler days, and discuss the basics of hydronic heating systems. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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Navigating the Path to Passive 1:07:39

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This is a crossover episode with the Spring Street Passive House education and advocacy series. How do Passive House enclosure decisions actually happen? There’s a stubborn storyline that passive house designs go “too far” and result in a wholly different, and painful, design and construction process. The reality is that designing and building a Pa…

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EP237 From Data to Decisions: Tools, Demos, and Takeaways from NCI With ELK and Bill (September 2025) 33:58

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Some quotes: "When we treat the house as the biggest duct, comfort and performance finally line up." "Field data becomes financial data the moment a homeowner decides—so it has to be right." "If you can't measure it, you can't improve it." — often attributed to Lord Kelvin Fresh back from the early-September NCI Summit in Austin, Bill and Eric reca…

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Upstream Prevention: Creating Hope and Value 44:00

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Send us a text Did you know that September is suicide prevention month? Did you also know that electricians and linemen, for example, are reported to be five times more likely to die by their own hands than from a physical injury on the job? These men and women are taking their own lives at unprecedented levels, somewhere between 52.1 and 68 per 10…

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Stationary vs. mobile refrigeration: Design challenges 44:56

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Host Jamie Kitchen is joined by regulars Jorg and John to unpack how HVACR changes when the system moves. From vibration, oil management, and compressor mounting to multi-temp trailers, EPRs, and face-seal serviceability, they tour trucks, buses, trains, and reefer containers (yes, how ships power them). You’ll hear diesel vs. battery drives, why h…

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Psychrometrics [VIDEO] 42:46

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Send us a text In this episode, Paul, Steve and Bryn talk about psychrometrics, and how it can be helpful to understand more than just sensible heat. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US