The ESCO Institute "Did you Know?" podcast provides HVACR professionals access to reliable, up-to-date, and relevant information, directly from trusted sources. The world of HVACR has been changing at an exponential rate over the last few years; new SEER ratings, flammable refrigerants, and an array of technological advances. Keeping up with all the changes in regulation, manufacturing, refrigerants and how to properly prepare students and technicians has became daunting. Many of our guests are speakers and exhibitors at the HVAC EXCELLENCE National HVACR Education Conference and represent every sector of the HVACR industry. Thanks for joining in!
Did You Know?-The ESCO HVAC Podcast
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The ESCO Institute "Did you Know?" podcast provides HVACR professionals access to reliable, up-to-date, and relevant information, directly from trusted sources. The world of HVACR has been changing at an exponential rate over the last few years; new SEER ratings, flammable refrigerants, and an array of technological advances. Keeping up with all the changes in regulation, manufacturing, refrigerants and how to properly prepare students and technicians has became daunting. Many of our guests are speakers and exhibitors at the HVAC EXCELLENCE National HVACR Education Conference and represent every sector of the HVACR industry. Thanks for joining in!
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May 29, 2026
From Tutus to Tool Belts: Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in the Trades
<p>In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Kati Theurer, Director of HVAC Programs at Jefferson College, educator, industry leader and founder of the From Tutus to Tool Belts initiative. Fresh off being recognized as the first female Certified Master HVAC Educator and a Top 25 HVAC Instructor, Kati shares her passion for expanding opportunities and awareness for young women in the skilled trades.</p><p>We explore:</p><p>• How From Tutus to Tool Belts introduces fifth- through eighth-grade girls to hands-on trade experiences</p><p>• The importance of exposing students to career pathways before they’ve already made up their minds</p><p>• Building successful partnerships with contractors, distributors, schools and community organizations</p><p>• Why early engagement is critical to addressing the skilled trades workforce shortage</p><p>• Kati’s personal journey from dancer to HVAC educator and industry advocate</p><p>• The challenges and rewards of creating a grassroots program that is changing lives and perspectives</p><p>Kati shares practical insights for educators, contractors and industry leaders looking to create meaningful outreach programs in their own communities. Whether you're passionate about workforce development, education or expanding opportunities in the trades, this conversation highlights the impact one person can make when they challenge the status quo and open doors for the next generation.</p><p>Learn more about the From Tutus to Tool Belts initiative: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.jeffco.edu/about-jefferson-college/reference-information/tutus-to-tool-belts/">https://www.jeffco.edu/about-jefferson-college/reference-information/tutus-to-tool-belts/</a>.</p><p>#HVAC #SkilledTrades #WomenInTrades #WorkforceDevelopment #HVACEducation #ESCOInstitute #TutusToToolBelts #CareerEducation</p><p>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>🎥 This Week’s Video is Brought to You By Our Amazing Sponsors!</p><p>A huge THANK YOU to this week’s sponsors for supporting education and excellence in the HVACR industry! 👇</p><p>💨 Daikin Comfort – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://daikincomfort.com/">https://daikincomfort.com/</a> @DaikinComfort Delivering comfort, efficiency, and innovation through advanced HVAC technology.</p><p>🧰 Service Logic – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.servicelogic.com/">https://www.servicelogic.com/</a> @ServiceLogic-CommercialHVAC The nation’s largest privately held HVAC service company — keeping facilities efficient and reliable.</p><p>🌎 Hudson Technologies – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.hudsontech.com/">https://www.hudsontech.com/</a> @HudsonTechnologies Leading the charge in sustainable refrigerant management and recovery solutions.</p><p>📚 iConnect Training – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iconnecttraining.com/">https://iconnecttraining.com/</a> @iconnecttraining Providing world-class hands-on HVACR education and training resources for future technicians.</p><p>🔧 The United Association (UA) – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ua.org/">https://ua.org/</a> @UAPipeTrades Building America’s skilled workforce through premier training for plumbers, fitters, welders, and HVACR professionals.</p><p>👏 We’re grateful for their continued support in helping advance the HVACR industry through training, innovation, and opportunity!</p><p>#HVACR #HVACTechnician #HVACTraining #DaikinComfort #ServiceLogic #HudsonTechnologies #iConnectTraining #UnitedAssociation #HVACCommunity #TradeEducation #Refrigeration #Technology #FutureOfHVACR #EcoFriendly #ContinuousEducation #StayCurrent</p>
May 22, 2026
The Skilled Trades Awakening: Greg Crumpton on HVAC, AI & the Future Workforce
<p>In this inspiring and forward-thinking episode recorded live at the 2026 National HVAC Education Conference, we sit down with Greg Crumpton of Service Logic to explore the growing momentum behind skilled trades careers and why HVAC is finally getting the attention it deserves. From AI and data centers to mentorship and workforce development, Greg shares powerful insights on how the trades are evolving — and why the next generation is beginning to see them in a whole new light.</p><p>We explore:</p><p>• Why the skilled labor shortage has become one of the biggest conversations in the country</p><p>• How AI, data centers and advanced technology are reshaping HVAC careers</p><p>• The importance of exposing young people to the opportunities within the trades</p><p>• Why hands-on, kinesthetic learning is critical for workforce development</p><p>• The role social media and personal branding play in attracting the next generation</p><p>• How mentorship and one-on-one conversations can change someone’s career path</p><p>• Why the trades are becoming more respected, innovative and financially rewarding than ever before</p><p>• The balance between advancing technology and maintaining human connection</p><p>Greg also shares stories from his outreach efforts with students, parents and young professionals, offering practical advice for educators, contractors and industry leaders looking to inspire future technicians and tradespeople.</p><p>Whether you're an HVAC professional, educator, student or someone curious about the future of skilled trades, this episode is packed with insight, encouragement and real-world perspective.</p><p>Learn more at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gregcrumpton.com">https://www.gregcrumpton.com</a>.</p><p>#HVAC #SkilledTrades #WorkforceDevelopment #ServiceLogic #HVACCareers #ESCO #ESCOInstitute #Mentorship #DataCenters</p><p>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>🎥 This Week’s Video is Brought to You By Our Amazing Sponsors!</p><p>A huge THANK YOU to this week’s sponsors for supporting education and excellence in the HVACR industry! 👇</p><p>💨 Daikin Comfort – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://daikincomfort.com/">https://daikincomfort.com/</a> @DaikinComfort Delivering comfort, efficiency, and innovation through advanced HVAC technology.</p><p>🏫 Lincoln Tech – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.lincolntech.edu/">https://www.lincolntech.edu/</a> @LincolnTech Training the next generation of skilled HVACR professionals through hands-on career education.</p><p>🧰 NAVAC – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://navacglobal.com/">https://navacglobal.com/</a> @NAVAC Revolutionizing the HVACR service industry with smart, efficient, and reliable tools for technicians.</p><p>⚙️ Amatrol – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://amatrol.com/">https://amatrol.com/</a> @Amatrol Providing world-class technical training systems that empower students and instructors in the skilled trades.</p><p>🌎 A-Gas – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.agas.com/">https://www.agas.com/</a> @a-gas8684 Leading the way in sustainable refrigerant lifecycle management and environmental responsibility.</p><p>👏 Thank you to all our sponsors for supporting education, innovation, and growth in the HVACR industry!</p><p>#HVACR #HVACTechnician #HVACTraining #LincolnTech #NAVAC #Amatrol #AGas #HVACCommunity #TradeEducation #hvacinnovation #Refrigeration #Technology #FutureOfHVACR #EcoFriendly #ContinuousEducation #StayCurrent</p>
May 15, 2026
The Three R’s of Refrigerant Stewardship: Recovery, Recycle & Reclaim with A-Gas
<p>In this thought-provoking episode recorded live at the 2026 National HVAC Education Conference, we sit down with Anthony Nash from A-Gas to tackle one of the HVAC industry’s most important — and often misunderstood — topics: refrigerant recovery, recycling and reclaim. Together, we unpack the critical differences between the “Three R’s” and why proper refrigerant stewardship is essential for the future of the industry.</p><p>We explore:</p><p>• The real differences between recover, recycle and reclaim — and why they matter</p><p>• How poor refrigerant management is driving regulatory changes and refrigerant transitions</p><p>• Why refrigerant recovery is both an environmental responsibility and a legal obligation</p><p>• The growing need for reclaimed refrigerant as HFC phasedowns continue</p><p>• The cultural challenges young technicians face when industry habits conflict with proper training</p><p>• How contractors, educators and technicians can work together to improve stewardship and accountability</p><p>• What future refrigerant transitions could look like if the industry fails to adapt</p><p>Anthony shares practical insight into the refrigerant lifecycle, the importance of education and accountability, and the role every technician plays in protecting the future of HVAC and refrigeration. This episode is a powerful conversation about responsibility, ethics and creating lasting change across the trades.</p><p>Learn more at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.agas.com/">https://www.agas.com/</a>.</p><p>#HVAC #RefrigerantRecovery #RefrigerantReclaim #EPA608 #HVACR #ESCO #ESCOInstitute #AGas #Sustainability</p><p>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>🎥 This Week’s Video is Brought to You By Our Amazing Sponsors!</p><p>A huge THANK YOU to this week’s sponsors for supporting education and excellence in the HVACR industry! 👇</p><p>💨 Daikin Comfort – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://daikincomfort.com/">https://daikincomfort.com/</a> @DaikinComfort Delivering comfort, efficiency, and innovation through advanced HVAC technology.</p><p>🧰 Service Logic – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.servicelogic.com/">https://www.servicelogic.com/</a> @ServiceLogic-CommercialHVAC The nation’s largest privately held HVAC service company — keeping facilities efficient and reliable.</p><p>🌎 Hudson Technologies – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.hudsontech.com/">https://www.hudsontech.com/</a> @HudsonTechnologies Leading the charge in sustainable refrigerant management and recovery solutions.</p><p>📚 iConnect Training – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iconnecttraining.com/">https://iconnecttraining.com/</a> @iconnecttraining Providing world-class hands-on HVACR education and training resources for future technicians.</p><p>🔧 The United Association (UA) – <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ua.org/">https://ua.org/</a> @UAPipeTrades Building America’s skilled workforce through premier training for plumbers, fitters, welders, and HVACR professionals.</p><p>👏 We’re grateful for their continued support in helping advance the HVACR industry through training, innovation, and opportunity!</p><p>#HVACR #HVACTechnician #HVACTraining #DaikinComfort #ServiceLogic #HudsonTechnologies #iConnectTraining #UnitedAssociation #HVACCommunity #TradeEducation #Refrigeration #Technology #FutureOfHVACR #EcoFriendly #ContinuousEducation #StayCurrent</p>
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