Best TRSA Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 79 – Clean Show Innovations 30:10

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A group of industry veterans that also serve as TRSA's Hygienically Clean Auditors discuss the highlights from the Clean Show floor, including automation, digitalization and more. Recorded live at the recent Clean Show in Orlando, FL, with John Highsmith, Dan Sanchez, Doug Story and TJ Peterson. Questions? Comments? Contact us at [email protected].…

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Episode 78 – Live from Clean: TRSA Launches RSR Training 12:44

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Currie Gilbert and Caleb Gilmer from Performance Matters discuss the need for route service representative (RSR) training in the linen, uniform and facility services industry, and highlight a partnership between TRSA and Performance Matters to fill that need through a program launched at the recent Clean Show in Orlando, FL. The two tailored RSR tr…

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Episode 77 – Artificial Intelligence 22:14

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Larry Erickson, the chief technology officer at Kannegiesser North America, discusses breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI), the importance of collecting data and using it to improve plant productivity and efficiency, as well as technology that will shape the future of laundry plant operations. View the latest technology in action at Clean …

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Episode 76 – Texas Levels the Playing Field 16:32

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Fresh off a major legislative victory in Texas, TRSA's Vice President of Government Relations Kevin Schwalb joins the podcast to discuss the economic benefits of reclassifying the industry under the "retail trade" category for tax purposes, the impact of the new law on TRSA members and the linen, uniform and facility services industry, and how TRSA…

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Episode 75 – Elevating the Industry: Q&A with Randy Bartsch 23:45

7M ago23:45

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TRSA Chair Randy Bartsch, Ecotex Healthcare Linen Service, Vancouver, British Columbia, discusses his goals for the association and the industry during his two-year term as TRSA Chair, the association's expanded advocacy efforts in Canada, the benefits of certification, developing the next generation of industry leaders, healthcare trends and more.…

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Episode 74 – Laundry Automation 32:25

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Silje Mari Sunde, project manager at Nor Tekstil, the market leader in Norway with 26 facilities and more than 1,300 employees, discusses how the company has increased automation in its facilities to boost the company's efficiency and throughput. She outlines the benefits and challenges of automation, as well as how to ensure quality and consistenc…

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Episode 73 – Annual Conference Preview 17:17

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TRSA President & CEO Joseph Ricci gives an overview of the 112th Annual Conference agenda, including several inspiring speakers, a plethora of networking opportunities for attendees, industry award winners and more. For more information on TRSA's 112th Annual Conference, scheduled for May 13-15 near Palm Springs, CA, visit www.trsa.org/annualconfer…

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Episode 72 – The Trump Administration, Tariffs and More 22:25

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John Harwood, an award-winning journalist known for his impartial analysis of U.S. elections, politics and the presidency, recently gave a keynote address at TRSA's 15th Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. During his keynote speech, Harwood discussed the Trump administration, tariffs, foreign policy and more. For more information on TR…

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Episode 71 – GR: 2024 Review and a Look Ahead to 2025 41:55

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TRSA's Vice President of Government Relations Kevin Schwalb gives an update on the latest news impacting the linen, uniform and facility services industry from Washington, DC. He talks about the results of the recent election and its impact on the industry, TRSA's advocacy efforts at both the federal and state levels, as well as what to keep an eye…

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Episode 70 – The Wash Meets TRSA 9:57

1y ago9:57

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Zach Ostendorf, host of the industry podcast The Wash and a videographer for Clean & Simple Marketing/CITY Laundering, interviews TRSA President & CEO Joseph Ricci while the duo eats progressively spicier hot wings. The interview was recorded in front of a live audience at TRSA's 7th Annual Marketing, Sales & Service Summit in Atlanta.…

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Episode 69 – Enhancing Safety: Fire Safety Survey 12:37

1y ago12:37

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Charles Edelman, the corporate safety director at Unitex Healthcare Laundry Services in Elmsford, NY, and the chair of TRSA's Safety Committee, discusses the results of TRSA's Fire Safety Survey. Additionally, Johnny Sandras of Sanico Rental Service in Cottondale, AL, discusses the impact that a devastating fire had on his business and the lessons …

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Episode 68 – PFAS: Update from the EPA 39:54

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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials Brian D'Amico and Matt Klasen join the podcast to give an overview of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the EPA's strategic roadmap for dealing with the issue, as well as effluent limitation guidelines and several ongoing studies to note moving forward. For more information on PFAS, con…

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Episode 67 – Sustainability: Water Reuse and Recycling 25:39

1+ y ago25:39

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John Shaffer, the CEO and principal chemist for EEC Environmental, shares his thoughts on the sustainability efforts the linen, uniform and facility services industry has made when it comes to water reuse and water recycling. For more information on this topic, contact [email protected] TRSA

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Episode 66 – What's at Stake in 2024? 38:06

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Bob Cusack, the editor in chief of The Hill newspaper, gives an update on the current political climate in Washington, DC. During his keynote speech at TRSA's recently completed 14th Annual Legislative Conference and Industry Awards Dinner, Cusack discusses the key issues in the 2024 presidential election, and what to look out for in the race for t…

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Episode 65 – Private Equity's Impact on Healthcare 44:15

2y ago44:15

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Several influential voices from the financial sector discuss the impact of private-equity investments on the linen, uniform and facility services industry over the past decade and discuss the implications for the future of companies serving the acute and nonacute healthcare sectors. Recorded live from a panel presentation at TRSA's 12th Annual Heal…

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Episode 64 – Automation and Innovation 14:57

2y ago14:57

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Mark Bodzioch, the president of Clean Uniforms and More!, New Bedford, MA, discusses the company's history and growth, as well as several innovations at its facility, including its RFID system to track garments and its recently installed automated soil-sorting system. For information on joining TRSA's Industrial, Uniform & Workwear Committee, visit…

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Episode 63 – Retaining Your Top Talent 28:09

2y ago28:09

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Michael Flores, the vice president of human resources and a member of the executive leadership team at Prudential Overall Supply, Irvine, CA, discusses how Prudential transformed its human resources department and focused on retaining its best employees in a tough labor market. For information on joining TRSA's Human Resources Committee, visit www.…

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Episode 62 – Sales: Carrying Out Difficult Conversations 16:52

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Jason Pourakis and Ryan Berdnik of Mazars USA discuss best practices for negotiating with your customers, and let you know the cues that signal when it's best to walk away from the negotiating table. For more information on the Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast: Interviews & Insights by TRSA, visit www.trsa.org/podcasts.…

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Episode 61 – Leadership: Insights from the C-Suite 1:12:10

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Several C-suite executives from leading operator companies discuss topics such as industry growth opportunities, safe operations in the plant and on the road, recruitment and retention of employees, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives, and more. Recorded live from a panel presentation at TRSA's 2023 Leadership Summit in Chicago. …

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Episode 60 – Fire Safety Best Practices 42:02

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Don Bock, the owner and operator of Seabright Safety Solutions, discusses best practices to prevent fires at your plant, including emergency action plans, external monitoring systems, training and more. Bock is a certified safety professional and associate in risk management who worked for Mission Linen Supply for more than 30 years.…

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Episode 59 – Aligning HR to Strategic Goals 16:32

2+ y ago16:32

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Dr. Mario D. Wallace, the founder of the consulting firm All Things Strategic, discusses fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment at your workplace, as well as aligning your company's human resources initiatives to your organization's overall strategic goals and objectives. Dr. Wallace has more than 20 years of small-business consulting exp…

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Episode 58 – A View from the Hill 35:28

2+ y ago35:28

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On the heels of TRSA's recently completed 13th Annual Legislative Conference and Industry Awards Dinner, Bob Cusack, the editor in chief of The Hill newspaper joins the podcast to give an update on the current political climate in Washington, DC. Cusack discusses the state of Congress following the recent midterm elections, the most important issue…

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Episode 57 – Healthcare: Trends, Opportunities and Challenges 1:00:22

3y ago1:00:22

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A panel discussion featuring Randy Bartsch, CEO, Ecotex; Jason Berstein, president, Nixon Medical Inc.; Jim Cashman, CEO, ImageFIRST; Karl Fillip II, CEO, NOVO Health Services LLC; Andrew Kratky, CEO, Emerald Textiles; and Joe LaPorta, president & CEO, Healthcare Linen Services Group, from TRSA's recent Healthcare Conference. The discussion covers …

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Episode 56 – Navigating Organizational Change 18:53

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As you look ahead to 2023, you might be considering changing your company's culture, navigating a new business process or focusing on employee turnover, among other items. As a result, it's important to have a plan in place to keep your business moving in the right direction as you implement and experience change at your company. Michael Davids, se…

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Episode 55 – Zero Tolerance: Preventing Workplace Harassment 1:08:53

3y ago1:08:53

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Melanie Shong Helm, an HR veteran who currently serves as the corporate director of human resources at Crown Health Care Laundry Services, discusses the policies your company should put in place to prepare for acts of harassment and retaliation in the workplace, and how you should respond when an incident is reported. For more information on TRSA's…