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ACHR News Podcast
Each episode features movers and shakers of the industry interviewed by editors of The NEWS staff. Listen as industry individuals discuss and react to the latest HVAC headlines.
Episodes
ACHR News PodcastNEWSmakers Podcast: Is The HVAC Contractor Gold Rush Cooling Off?
Patrick Lange explains why falling multiples don’t necessarily mean HVAC companies are losing their appeal
ACHR News PodcastNEWSmakers: HVAC Pro Turns His Own Home Into a Heat Pump Case Study
A heat pump retrofit offers lessons for contractors on equipment selection, installation, and setting realistic expectations with homeowners
ACHR News PodcastNEWSmakers Podcast: Where Heat Pumps and Boilers Work Better Together
Weil-McLain’s Konrad Witek explains why hybrid heating can offer contractors a practical path toward electrification.
ACHR News PodcastBuilding the Future of Home Comfort
Jeff Tyminski explores the trends in modern home comfort, such as electrification, cold climate heat pumps, and financial incentives helping homeowners…
ACHR News PodcastJust In Time Trades Revenue Chasing for Intentional Growth
On this episode of Beyond the Wrench with host Chris Lollini, the Just In Time co-founders share how smaller wins, a rigorous hiring process, and a…
ACHR News PodcastWhy the Trades Should Sell a Path to Business Ownership
Nexstar Network President and CEO Julian Scadden explains why workforce investments should promote entrepreneurship alongside technical careers.
ACHR News PodcastHow Anchor Heating and Air Grew 407% in Three Years
Husband-and-wife owners Stephanie and David Postell discuss the decisions that helped Anchor Heating and Air grow exponentially in just three years.
ACHR News PodcastIs Your Back Office Leaking Revenue?
Most AI talk in the trades stops at answering the phone. Podium Sales Manager McKay Rasmussen digs deeper: where contractors lose money behind the scenes…
ACHR News PodcastThe NEWSmakers Podcast: Scaling an HVAC Business From $700,000 to $7 Million
Roy White shares the lessons, mistakes, and leadership changes that helped Fixed Right & Guaranteed grow from roughly $700,000 to $7 million.
ACHR News PodcastNumbers Don't Lie: Real Results from Contractors Running Podium's AI
Listen to real stories of contractors using AI to capture missed calls, automate busywork, grow revenue, and get their lives back.Sponsored by Podium
ACHR News PodcastBeyond the Wrench: Why This HVAC Contractor Is ‘Always Hiring’
On this episode, host Chris Lollini and Atticman Heating and Air Conditioning & Insulation owner Mario Lopez discuss how strong people, quick decision-making…
ACHR News PodcastGrowth Isn’t Always a Straight Line: The LCS Story
From starting over to scaling up, hear how LCS overcame challenges, strengthened operations, evolved its brand, and built a profitable business.Sponsored by…
ACHR News PodcastThe HVAC Sales Conversation Should Come Before the Product Pitch
On this episode of the Newsmakers Podcast, True Pros Heating and Air owner Katy Higgins explains why identifying the customer’s real problem should come before…
ACHR News PodcastInside the U.S. Heat Pump Summit w/ Brent Davidson and Brynn Cooksey
Brynn Cooksey, industry veteran and HVAC educator, joins Brent Davidson, Founder of the U.S. Heat Pump Summit, to discuss the future of heat pumps, contractor…
ACHR News PodcastWhy Legacy FSMs Can't Keep Up With Podium's AI Operating System
Jim Christian leads product at Podium, building an AI Operating System for home services where AI employees replace the legacy FSM.Sponsored by Podium.
ACHR News PodcastMatt Michel Explains the Business Exit Roller Coaster
Matt Michel joins the Newsmakers Podcast to discuss The Business Exit Roller Coaster, the book he co-authored with Brandon Jacob about the emotional journey of…
ACHR News PodcastBeyond the Wrench: Tim O’Brien on Building a People-First Home Service Business
In this episode of Beyond the Wrench with host Chris Lollini, guest Tim O'Brien explains the shift that happens when a contractor stops selling equipment and…
ACHR News PodcastChill Under Pressure, EP 30: Guest, Zach Perge with HARDI
Welcome back to Chill Under Pressure! Zach from @HARDInews joins us today, where we talk about the upcoming future for the refrigerant world and the major…
ACHR News PodcastBeyond the Wrench: Trey McWilliams on How to Use AI Without Losing the Human Element
On this episode of Beyond the Wrench, Chris Lollini sits down with Trey McWilliams to discuss how artificial intelligence can help businesses automatically…
ACHR News PodcastChill Under Pressure, EP 28: Guest, Doug Smiley with Lennox
Another great episode for Chill! Doug Smiley, Manager of the Lennox Training Locations joins us today to share some awesome opportunities in the works for…
ACHR News PodcastPHCC Indiana Brings Pre-Apprentice HVAC Training to Hamilton County Jail
In this episode of the Newsmakers Podcast, PHCC Indiana’s Chuck Gillespie (right) and PHCC Foundation’s Dan Quinonez (left) discuss a new re-entry training…
ACHR News PodcastBeyond the Wrench: Building Enterprise Value in Home Services
In this episode of Beyond the Wrench with host Chris Lollini, Branden Dickey of Conejo Services shares how the company moved from instinct-driven operations to…
ACHR News PodcastMulti Ejector High Pressure: Key to Energy Efficiency at High Temperatures
Danfoss Application Engineering Manager Chris Brown discusses the company’s recent whitepaper, “Danfoss Multi Ejector High Pressure (HP): Unlocking 21% Savings…
ACHR News PodcastMini Pumps, Big Impact: How Sensor Technology Is Changing Condensate Management
In this episode of the Newsmakers Podcast, Jeff Ponce, category director at Malco, stops by to talk about the changing role of condensate management in HVAC…
ACHR News PodcastBeyond the Wrench: Cody Dampf on Marketing, Operations, and the Basics
On this debut episode of Beyond the Wrench, Chris Lollini speaks with Cody Dampf, owner and president of American Home Pros, a Tulsa-based HVAC and plumbing…
ACHR News PodcastNew Data Shows Repair Becoming a Bigger Driver for HVAC Contractors
Housecall Pro’s Roland Ligtenberg joined the Newsmakers Podcast to discuss a new report tracking HVAC repair economics from 2021 to 2025, and the message was…
ACHR News PodcastFerris State Professors Talk Workforce Development, Recruiting and Retention in HVAC
In this episode of The Newsmakers Podcast, Jacob Guest (left) and Ryan Kauffman (right) of Ferris State University discussed the gap between what the HVAC…
ACHR News PodcastHyperlocal Strategy Helps Contractors Stretch Marketing Dollars
In this episode of the Newsmakers Podcast, Tracy Paul, founder and principal of Cornerstone Advertising, explains the difference between local and hyperlocal…
ACHR News PodcastReport: Contractors Face New Digital Reality as AI Search Grows
Jamie Adams, CRO at Scorpion, explains how homeowners are now frequently turning to AI tools, and prioritizing the online reputation of HVAC contractors before…
ACHR News PodcastAaron Services Launches AI Assistant to Help Homeowners Troubleshoot Plumbing Problems
Sara Adams of Aaron Services discusses the company’s launch of a custom AI assistant and Alexa tool designed to help homeowners troubleshoot DIY projects and…
ACHR News PodcastNavigating HVAC Sales, Pricing, and Financing in Today’s Market
What’s really changing in HVAC sales? Pricing pressure, efficiency shifts, and why financing matters more than ever. Sponsored by Watercress Financial.
ACHR News PodcastWhere Profit Meets Leadership: Join Nexstar at ACCA 2026
As contractors prep for ACCA 2026 in Las Vegas, don’t miss two powerful sessions on stopping revenue leaks and building an ownership mindset in the field. In…
ACHR News PodcastStop Blaming the Market: The Real Fix for HVAC Labor and Margin Pressure
In this episode of the Newsmakers Podcast, Jackie Sponsler, master advisor at CEO Warrior, unpacks the real story behind today’s labor shortage. Sponsler…
ACHR News PodcastHVAC Software’s Next Phase: Fewer Apps, Tighter Workflows
As contractors juggle more digital tools than ever, software companies are rethinking how, and where, those tools show up. On this episode of the NEWSMakers…
ACHR News PodcastWhen Winter Hits Hard: How Parts, Predictability, and Planning Keep HVAC Contractors Moving
Parts Town’s Scott Pierson breaks down what actually slows contractors down during major winter storms — and how smarter parts strategy can reduce downtime…
ACHR News PodcastEcoer's Innovative Approach to HVAC: Technology, Efficiency & Support
Unlock the future of HVAC with Ecoer’s IoT-powered heat pumps, industry-leading efficiency, and a 10-year warranty that changes the game. Learn how Ecoer helps…
ACHR News PodcastGrip the Future: Navigating A2Ls with Confidence in 2026
The HVACR industry is navigating a dynamic period of transformation. Market dynamics, evolving regulations, and transition to low-GWP refrigerants are driving…
ACHR News PodcastInnovation and Opportunity in the Post-A2L Era
As the industry moves past the A2L transition, the conversation is shifting from compliance to innovation. In this webinar, we’ll highlight our latest…
ACHR News PodcastPanama Bartholomy on Policy, Grid Readiness, and Contractor Opportunity
In this episode, Building Decarbonization Coalition Founder Executive Director Panama Bartholomy breaks down the rapid rise of heat pumps, the policy landscape…
ACHR News PodcastBeating the 2025 HVAC Slowdown With Maintenance, Marketing, and Money
In this NEWSmakers episode, BDR’s Jay Crowe details how inventory planning, strong maintenance programs, strategic financing, and careful tracking of PACE…
ACHR News PodcastHVAC Innovations: The Rise of VRF and Ductless Systems
Engineered Systems caught up with Laura Michel, Trane® Ductless Portfolio Manager. Hear current VRF and Ductless HVAC trends and discover how innovative…
ACHR News Podcast3 Ways to Tackle HVAC Industry’s Biggest Challenges
Scott Harkins, SVP of Sales for Resideo, explores how Resideo is addressing HVAC contractors’ three biggest challenges with its latest smart solutions…
ACHR News PodcastSmarter Service: Inside Trane’s AI-Powered Tech Assistant with Marc Racine
In this episode, Marc Racine, Senior Product Manager at Trane Technologies, shares how AI-driven tools like the Tech Assistant are transforming HVAC service…
ACHR News PodcastWhat’s “Speed to Close” in the HVAC World? Let’s Ask Ben Phillips
Ben Phillips (Eden) on shrinking the gap from first click to booked install with instant, transparent quotes.
ACHR News PodcastPicking A Partner Before an Acquisition with guest Trey McWilliams
In this episode of the Newsmakers Podcast, we speak with Tray McWilliams, a third-generation HVAC operator who scaled a family business to five locations…
ACHR News PodcastTroubleshooting Comfort Issues with NCI's David Richardson
How do pros actually fix comfort issues? David Richardson, director of technical curriculum and instructor at the National Comfort Institute (NCI), answers…
ACHR News PodcastArkema Discusses Lower GWP Refrigerants
Kris Crosby, Forane® Tech Tips author and Arkema Sr. Business Development Engineer, discusses the latest lower GWP refrigerants and the impact of Forane®…
ACHR News PodcastHow to Network in HVACR
Leadership members of TACCA, Brittany Doering and Ben Stark, join the podcast to talk about how HVAC contractors can network properly.
ACHR News PodcastWin 2026: Why the Best Contractors Plan Now
There is power in planning. When business leaders chart out where they’re going, they win. Tune in as two Nexstar Network coaches – Business Coach Carlos…
ACHR News PodcastTuck In Business Acquisition
What is a tuck in business and how do HVAC contractors handle them? David Katz from Redwood Services stops by the podcast to answer our questions.
ACHR News PodcastLeadership in HVAC Businesses
While sometimes overlooked, leadership is an important aspect of running an HVAC business. Chris Morin from HVAC Pro Blog joins the podcast to provide some…
ACHR News PodcastService Nation Contractor of the Year
Roy White, owner of Fixed Right and Guaranteed HVAC, recently won the Service Nation Contractor of the Year Award. Find out the great things this contractor is…
ACHR News PodcastThe Real Game Changer: Inverter Heat Pump Technology
With the innovative inverter heat pump, not only did you get to enjoy superior heating and cooling performance under extreme weather, but also saving energy…
ACHR News PodcastHow AI Is Revolutionizing Customer Communication in HVAC
On this episode, Nathaniel “Than” Hancock, chief operating officer at Podium (right), and Keith Massey, strategic partner manager, Podium (left), join us to…
ACHR News PodcastService World Expo: 10 Years of Impact
In this special 10th anniversary episode, Consultant and coach Tom Peregrino and the Director of Affiliate Relations Carol Longacre reflect on a decade of…
ACHR News PodcastAI, Google Search, and HVAC
Now that Google is producing an AI overview at the top of search results, what should HVAC contractors do to be discovered? Michelle LaFrance stops by the…
ACHR News PodcastR-454B Refrigerant Shortage
HVAC contractors are dealing with the R-454B refrigerant shortage. Nick Arch from Carrier joins the podcast to identify the problem and possible solutions.
ACHR News PodcastGeothermal Heat Pump Market Insights with ClimateMaster’s Geo Joe
Join expert “Geo Joe” to explore the past and future of geothermal heat pumps—decarbonization, workforce growth, and where the industry is headed. Sponsored by…
ACHR News PodcastRefrigerant Management Systems
With the R-454B shortage affecting the HVAC industry, it is more important than ever for contractors to keep an eye on their refrigerant. This is where…
ACHR News PodcastRheem Pro Partner Event
ACHR NEWS Editorial Director Kyle Gargaro attended the Rheem Pro Partners Conference. Gargaro talks with Rheem’s Randy Roberts about both the conference and…