Best Bill Spohn Podcasts (2024)

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EP193 Building Performance with Purpose: Silas Hoeppner’s Journey (November 2024) 52:08

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser sit down with Silas Hoeppner, a passionate advocate for building performance and HVAC design, to explore his unconventional career journey in the industry. Silas shares his story of starting in his family's insulation business, transitioning through various roles…

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Accidental Entrepreneurship - Jessica Kenyon - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 12 22:37

4h ago22:37

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 In today’s episode, Laurie interviews Jessica Kenyon, CEO of The Conafay Group. Jessica shares her thoughts on key entrepreneurial traits like optimism, confidence, and resilience. The discussion cov…

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EP192 Building a Legacy: Energy Efficiency and Innovation with Mark Kaiser (October 2024) 34:36

20h ago34:36

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science podcast, co-hosts Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser are joined by Eric's father, Mark Kaiser, for a special father-son discussion. Mark shares his experiences with building and improving a unique energy-efficient home in Carlinville, Illinois. His journey began in the late 1970s, when he retrofitted a modest ho…

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Embracing Heliotropic Leadership - Harry Cohen - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 11 34:47

2d ago34:47

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 Today’s episode showcases Laurie as she interviews Dr. Harry Cohen, President and CEO of Sunny Owl Productions and author of “Be the Sun, Not the Salt.” The conversation starts with discussing the es…

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EP134 Boosting Efficiency: How RESNET®’s QA App Is Transforming the Industry with Kiro Bondarev, Kelvin Abong and Billy Giblin 30:31

3d ago30:31

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Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning. – Benjamin Franklin In this episode of RESTalk, Bill Spohn speaks with three guests to discuss the RESNET® QA app, an innovative tool designed to streamline the quality assurance process for home energy ratings. Bill is joined by Billy Giblin…

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EP191 From Building Automation to Smart Homes: The Lumen Cache Revolution with Derek Cowburn (October 2024) 48:37

6d ago48:37

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science podcast, Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser welcome Derek Cowburn, founder of Lumen Cache, to discuss his journey from building automation in pharmaceutical facilities to pioneering smart DC power systems for homes and offices. Derek shares how his background in building controls and automation influenced his de…

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Challenges, Choices, and Chapters - Julie Broad - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 10 22:16

9d ago22:16

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, host Laurie Barkman sits down with Julie Broad, President of Book Launchers, to discuss the entrepreneurial mindset, key decisions, and challenges in busines…

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EP190 Breathing Easy: Tackling Outdoor Contaminants in Indoor Spaces (October 2024) 43:56

13d ago43:56

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science podcast, Eric Kaiser takes the lead in interviewing three guests from the ROCIS (Reducing Outdoor Contaminants in Indoor Spaces) initiative: Linda Wigington, Bill Collinge, and Rhett Major. Linda introduces ROCIS, sharing its 10-year mission to help participants monitor and improve indoor air quality, pa…

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Delusional Optimism - Gregory Silvano - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep #9 44:19

16d ago44:19

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 Today, Laurie Barkman interviews Gregory Silvano, CEO of Buyist. Greg shares his entrepreneurial journey to founding his own companies, emphasizing resilience, optimism, and pure delusion. They discu…

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EP189 Breaking the Cycle: Huff's Journey to HVAC Excellence and Industry Change (September 2024) 46:36

20d ago46:36

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In the Building HVAC Science Podcast episode, hosts Bill and Eric are joined by Thomas "Huff" Hoffmaster, II to discuss his experiences transitioning from a technician to tech support and eventually into training and consulting. Huff shares his journey through the HVAC industry, beginning with his early exposure to sheet metal work through his fami…

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Embracing Tenacity in Entrepreneurship - Taylor Abbett - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 8 25:23

29d ago25:23

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, Laurie Barkman interviews Taylor Abbett, Co-Founder of JARVISXR and President of Tailored Marketing Inc. They explore key aspects of entrepreneurial growth, …

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EP188 Young HVAC Prodigy: Elena Day’s Journey to EPA Certification at 12 (September 2024) 26:08

27d ago26:08

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, co-hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn interview Elana Day and her father Jordan Day, creators of the YouTube channel Little Miss Fix It. At just 12 years old, Elana has achieved remarkable feats, including passing the EPA-608 certification, possibly making her one of the youngest certified HVAC te…

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Engineering Entrepreneurial Foundations - Charlie Buscarino - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 7 16:03

1M ago16:03

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, host Laurie Barkman interviews Charlie Buscarino, the Founder and CEO of The Clarient Group. Charlie shares his path from construction to entrepreneurship. T…

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EP187 Revolutionizing Home Comfort: Marco Radocaj’s Balanced Approach to HVAC (September 2024) 40:23

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, Eric Kaiser is joined by Marco Radocaj from Balance HVAC, who shares insights into his HVAC journey. Marco starts by discussing his background, from an unexpected entry into the HVAC field through his father-in-law's air conditioning company to learning on the job as a new technician with no pri…

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Ask Why, Succeed Wise - Dean Minuto - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 6 26:10

1M ago26:10

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 In this episode, host Laurie Barkman interviews Dean Minuto, President of YESCALATE. Dean shares his insights on entrepreneurship and the development of crucial skills necessary for success. The disc…

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EP133 Bridging the Gap: The Future of Energy Code Compliance with RESNET® HERS® Raters with Mark Johnson and Steve Baden 32:02

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Knowledge is of no value unless you put it into practice. Anton Chekhov In this episode of the RESTalk podcast, host Bill Spohn talks with Mark Johnson from the International Code Council (ICC) and Steve Baden from RESNET® about a new collaboration to enhance energy code compliance. They discuss the growing complexities of energy codes, particularl…

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EP186 Unlocking Trades: The Power of Skillcat's Mobile Training with Ruchir Shah (September 2024) 27:54

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In the latest episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, host Bill Spohn speaks with Ruchir Shah, founder of Skillcat, a mobile training platform for skilled trades. Skillcat offers around 1,500 hours of training in areas such as HVAC, plumbing, appliance and electrical work, and has successfully trained over 300,000 individuals in just three ye…

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Optimism and Embracing Life-Long Learning - Susan Quinn - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 5 22:29

2M ago22:29

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 Today, Laurie Barkman welcomes Susan Quinn, CEO and President of circle S studio. The conversation first explores whether entrepreneurial traits are inherited or nurtured. Susan shares her family's h…

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EP185 Building Better Homes: Bridging the Gap Between Energy Ratings and HVAC with Steve Byers (September 2024) 33:51

2M ago33:51

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science podcast, Bill Spohn and co-host Eric Kaiser welcome Steve Byers from Energy Logic in Colorado. Steve shares his background and discusses his company's focus on energy ratings, sustainability work, and program compliance, such as Energy Star and DOE Zero Energy Ready programs. He explains how Energy Logic…

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Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Living - Bill Spohn - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 4 28:43

2M ago28:43

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 In this episode, host Laurie Barkman welcomes Bill Spohn, President and CEO of Tru Tech Tools, to discuss the characteristics of the entrepreneurial mindset, the intersection of engineering and entre…

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EP184 Cracking the Code: Mastering HVAC Design with Manual S with Russ King (August 2024) 42:57

2M ago42:57

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, host Bill Spohn is joined by co-host Eric Kaiser and guest Russ King to discuss various aspects of HVAC design, focusing on the complexities and updates to Manual S, a critical document for HVAC equipment selection. Russ King shares his extensive background in building energy modeling and HVAC d…

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Nurturing the Entrepreneurial Spirit - Pallavi Golla - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 3 26:30

2M ago26:30

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📣 Leave a rating and review! ✨ 📸Send a screenshot to: laurie@btsherpa.com and grab a free copy of Laurie’s book and enter to win a monthly swag box! 🎉 In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, host Laurie Barkman interviews Pallavi Golla, a serial entrepreneur and professional EOS implementer at EOS Worldwide. They discuss the concept of the entrep…

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EP183 Reinventing Wind Power: Inside the World of Harmony Turbines (August 2024) 55:13

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn are joined by Chris and Cheryl Moore, the founders of Harmony Turbines, to discuss their innovative approach to wind energy. Chris and Cheryl share the origin story of Harmony Turbines, which started as a personal project in Chris’s basement, driven by his desire…

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Transforming Pages Into Profits - Nick Hutchison - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 2 27:53

2M ago27:53

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In this episode of The Entrepreneur Gene, host Laurie Barkman sits down with Nick Hutchison, CEO and Founder of BookThinkers. They discuss Nick's entrepreneurial journey, how books changed his life, and his rebellious nature that drove him to create successful businesses. Nick shares key decisions and challenges in scaling BookThinkers, emphasizing…

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From Corporate Consulting to Entrepreneurial Success - David Newman - The Entrepreneur Gene - Ep # 1 29:46

2M ago29:46

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Entrepreneur Gene! Host Laurie Barkman interviews David Newman, an entrepreneur, author, and sales and marketing expert. David shares his insight into the idea of an entrepreneurial gene, discussing key traits such as being a maverick and a risk-taker. He reflects on his journey from a struggling entrepreneu…

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From 360K to 1 Million: RESNET®’s Vision for the Future with Scott Doyle and Ryan Meres 26:14

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Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of intelligent effort. John Ruskin In this episode of RESTalk, host Bill Spohn is joined by Scott Doyle and Ryan Meres from RESNET® to discuss their ambitious goal of achieving one million ratings annually by 2028. The conversation begins with an overview of RESNET®'s significant progress, which…

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EP182 Transforming Homes and Training Minds: The Brynn Cooksey Approach (July 2024) 34:25

3M ago34:25

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In the recent episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn welcome Brynn Cooksey, the owner of Air Doctors Heating and Cooling. Brynn, who is deeply involved in the HVAC industry and building performance, shares his journey from growing up in a family-run HVAC business to becoming an influential figure in the indus…

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The Entrepreneur Gene Trailer! 2:02

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Discover The Entrepreneur Gene with show host Laurie Barkman! Listen weekly as we talk with founders and CEOs exploring the rewards and challenges of the entrepreneurial path. This show is sponsored by Business Transition Sherpa, getting your business unstuck so you can grow, scale, and exit while enjoying the journey. Join our community of entrepr…

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EP181 From Drawings to Durability: Inside the Minds of Building Science Experts with Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn (August 2024) 27:00

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser discuss their recent experiences at industry events, particularly the Westford Symposium on Building Science, also known as Building Science Summer Camp. They reflect on the event's unique blend of technical presentations and social interactions, highlighting the prese…

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EP180 Home Monitoring Madness: Tracking Energy, Air, and More with Bill and ELK (July 2024) 40:04

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser engage in a lively "duo cast" discussing the various measurements they take in their homes and the reasons behind them. They start the conversation by reflecting on their recent episode with Gary Klein, which inspired Eric to set up a data logging system to monit…

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EP179 The Science of Hot Water: Insights and Innovations with Gary Klein (July 2024) 44:05

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser are joined by Gary Klein, a veteran in the field of energy conservation, particularly in hot water system design. The discussion begins with Klein explaining his innovative teaching method, using tape on the floor to illustrate the distances between water heaters…

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EP131 HERS Ratings Unveiled: Insights into America's Energy-Efficient Homes with Ryan Meres 24:54

3M ago24:54

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The greatest value of a picture is when it forces us to notice what we never expected to see. John Tukey In this episode of RESTalk, host Bill Spohn welcomes his most frequent guest, RESNET staff member, Ryan Meres, to discuss the latest trends in the 2024 edition of the HERS-rated homes. This report, created as an initiative of the RESNET Supplier…

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EP178 From Gopher to Guru: Steven Rardon's HVAC Journey (July 2024) 40:34

3M ago40:34

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In the latest Building HVAC Science Podcast episode, co-hosts Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser welcome special guest Steven Rardon, a YouTube celebrity and owner of Smart Home Comfort. Rardon discusses his journey in the HVAC industry, which began at age 17, working for his girlfriend's father's small HVAC business. Over the years, Rardon transitioned th…

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EP177 Smart Tools, Smarter Tech: Jim Bergmann's MeasureQuick Evolution (July 2024) 37:29

4M ago37:29

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn welcome Jim Bergmann as their special guest. The conversation kicks off with a discussion about Jim's well-known product, MeasureQuick, and its origins. Jim elaborates on the journey from his early work with performance and diagnostics using the iManifold to the develo…

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EP176 Empowering Engineers: The HeatGeek Approach to High-Efficiency Heating with Adam Chapman (July 2024) 44:52

4M ago44:52

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In this Building HVAC Science Podcast episode, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn welcome Adam Chapman from HeatGeek to discuss his insights and experiences in the HVAC industry. Adam, based in the UK, shares his journey of establishing HeatGeek, which started as a blog and YouTube channel aimed at improving heating systems' efficiency and evolved in…

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EP175 From Engineering to Sales Karine LeBlanc on Building Connections in HVAC (July 2024) 32:08

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn interview Karine LeBlanc, a distinguished engineer and international speaker. Karine shares her journey into the HVAC industry, which started under the influence of her father, an HVAC teacher and contractor. Despite her exposure to HVAC from a young age, she mad…

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EP174 Smart Homes, Smarter Trades Dan Goodman Discusses Building 36’s Innovations (July 2024) 34:37

4M ago34:37

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In this Building HVAC Science podcast episode, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn interview Dan Goodman from Building 36, a company specializing in connected home services. Dan explains the origin of the company's name, which is a nod to the MIT building where he studied electrical engineering and computer science. He shares his journey from working …

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EP130 RESNET 2025 Preview: Celebrating 30 Years and 4 Million Homes With Clara Hedrick 16:30

4M ago16:30

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Great things in business are never done by one person. They’re done by a team of people. Steve Jobs Bill Spohn welcomes RESNET staff member Clara Hedrick to discuss the upcoming RESNET 2025 conference. Clara, the lead events coordinator for RESNET, shares her excitement about the event and details her responsibilities. The conference is scheduled f…

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EP173 Harnessing AI for Healthier Buildings: Insights with Attune's Co-Founder Julien Stamatakis (June 2024) 24:51

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Bill Spohn welcomes Julien Stamatakis, co-founder of Attune (formerly SenseWare). Julien shares his journey from working on sensor networks for Parkinson's disease detection during his PhD in Belgium to co-founding a company focused on monitoring the built environment. Initially, their sensor technology aimed at the medical field faced funding chal…

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EP172 Tech Trends and HVAC Triumphs: A Denver Summit Recap (June 2024) 25:06

5M ago25:06

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In this Building HVAC Science podcast episode, hosts Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser discuss their recent trip to Denver, Colorado, where they attended the U.S. Heat Pump Summit. They describe the event as a comprehensive gathering of professionals interested in heat pumps, covering technical presentations, regulatory updates, and industry developments.…

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EP171 Bill’s updates (June 2024) 9:52

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In this short episode, Bill Spohn provides updates on new products, presentations, resources, and interesting travel he and Eric Kaiser have been engaged with during the last few months. LINKS https://www.youtube.com/@TruTechTools/videos https://trutechtools.com/yellow-jacket/ https://trutechtools.com/jb-industries.html https://hvacrschool.com/ www…

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EP170 How to Grow and Scale a Business from the Ground Up: Tommy Mello (June 2024) 42:51

5M ago42:51

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, host Eric Kaiser welcomes Tommy Mello, founder of A1 Garage Doors, creator of Home Service Expert, podcast host, Inc. Magazine Columnist, and author. Tommy shares lessons and speed bumps along his journey from his first job washing dishes, to growing a successful business. Tommy emphasizes the c…

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EP129 Empowering Builders: RESNET's Push for Water and Energy Efficiency With Paulette McGhie and Ryan Meres 28:40

5M ago28:40

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"In the end, we will conserve only what we love; we will love only what we understand; and we will understand only what we are taught." — Baba Dioum In the latest episode of RESTalk podcast, Bill Spohn hosts Paulette McGhie and Ryan Meres to discuss RESNET®'s innovative approaches to water, carbon, and building codes. Paulette McGhie, who recently …

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EP169 From Attics to Airwaves: Tony Mormino’s HVAC Journey (May 2024) 28:56

6M ago28:56

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn welcome Tony Mormino, the Technical Sales and Marketing Director for Insight Partners, an HVAC commercial rep firm operating in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Tony shares his journey in the HVAC industry, which started 25 years ago when he helped hi…

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EP168 Unveiling HVAC Mastery: A Journey of Skill and Passion with Matt Akins (MARCH 2024) 15:17

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science podcast, Eric introduces Matt Akins, the Manager of HVAC Education at the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), as they delve into Matt's journey within the HVAC industry. Matt's career trajectory, starting as a dispatcher for an HVAC company at 19, took him through various roles, from technici…

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EP167 Tech Meets Trades Wyatt Smith's Mission to Modernize Workforce Productivity (APRIL 2024) 35:59

6M ago35:59

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In this episode of the "Building HVACScience" podcast, Wyatt Smith, founder and CEO of Upsmith, joined hosts Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser to discuss his company's innovative approach to tackling America's skilled worker shortage. Wyatt detailed how Upsmith develops software aimed at enhancing productivity in the trades industry by using strategic tec…

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EP166 Simplifying Home Electrification: Insights from Zero Homes' Grant Gunnison (May 2024) 29:46

6M ago29:46

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn are joined by Grant Gunnison from Zero Homes. The discussion kicks off with Grant mentioning upcoming conferences in Denver related to home electrification and heat pumps, which he, Eric, and Bill plan to attend. Grant shares insights on the complexities homeowne…

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EP128 Building the Future: The Rise of Build-to-Rent Housing With Thomas Cochran and Laurel Elam 25:51

6M ago25:51

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"Build-to-rent isn't just about providing a place to live; it's about crafting communities where flexibility and convenience meet modern living standards." In this episode of the RESTalk podcast, host Bill Spohn welcomed returning guest Laurel Elam and new participant Thomas Cochran. The discussion primarily centered on the burgeoning trend of buil…

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EP165 Blueprints for Efficiency: Enrico Bonilauri’s Deep Dive into Building Standards (APRIL 2024) 34:57

7M ago34:57

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In the latest episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, Eric Kaiser and co-host Bill Spohn welcomed guest Enrico Bonilauri, an architect originally from Italy now based in the U.S. Enrico shared insights from a comprehensive study comparing various building standards across 50 projects to evaluate energy efficiency and performance. He discussed…

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EP164 Behind the Scenes at ACCA 2024: A Dialogue with Ed Janowiak (MARCH 2024) 54:04

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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast recorded at the ACCA 2024 Conference in Orlando, Florida, Eric catches up with Ed Janowiak from ACCA. Ed and Eric virtually navigate the listeners through the conference, noting the mix of technical and managerial attendees. Ed emphasizes the necessity of technical knowledge in HVAC, especially e…

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