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Friday May 30, 2025
Friday May 30, 2025
Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for another action-packed bonus episode where we dive into top HVAC headlines before taking you through the recent Imola & Monaco Grand Prix recaps and previewing the Spanish Grand Prix.
What’s Inside:
HVAC News & Industry Catch-Up (0:00–20:00)
Top Distributors of 2025: A look at ACHR’s Top-30 list and how Carrier Enterprise helped WATSCO, Inc. clinch the #1 spot.
Inside the Modern HVAC Work Van: Smart storage solutions, strong branding on the move—and Rachael’s go-to van setup and must-have tools.
Improper HVAC Installation Lawsuits: Why a wave of litigation is sweeping the industry as states ramp up enforcement—and how to avoid becoming the next headline.
Imola & Monaco Grand Prix Recaps (20:00–42:00)
Imola Highlights: Standout overtakes, tire strategies, and surprise performances on the historic Italian circuit.
Monaco Breakdown: Navigating the tight streets, key technical takeaways, and who emerged unscathed from the world’s most challenging street race.
Spanish Grand Prix Preview (42:00–End)
What to watch for at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya: team strategies, driver matchups, and how track evolution could shake up qualifying—and the race.
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📣 Hashtags: #HVAC #HeatPumps #F1 #ImolaGP #MonacoGP #SpanishGP #HVACZoomies #TopDistributors #SmartVan #InstallationLawsuits
Friday May 23, 2025
Friday May 23, 2025
Join your host Rhydon and special guest Jason Norman from Emerald Green Mechanical in Vancouver, BC, as they cover career journeys, their experiences with cutting-edge RLS-Rapid Locking System Press fittings technology and why locking it down matters.
What’s Inside:
Opening Catch-Up (2:00–12:00)Jason’s family updates, life in Vancouver, and early podcast memories.
Jason’s Path to HVAC (13:00–30:00)From hobbyist tinkerer to commercial service pro—lessons learned and career pivots.
RLS Deep Dive (30:00–47:00)How Rapid Locking System’s press-fit technology is transforming installations and saving time on the jobsite.
Closing Thoughts (47:00–56:00)Reflections on mentorship, community impact, and the future of mechanical contracting.
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📣 Hashtags:#HVAC #MechanicalContracting #RLS #PressFit #Podcast #HVACRND
Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a turbocharged bonus episode where we kick off with critical HVAC headlines before shifting into Formula 1 action.
What’s Inside:
HVAC News (0:00–11:00)
Carrier’s $1 B investment in U.S. manufacturing
The fight over federal tax credits—and what elimination could mean for your projects
R-454B topping: Trane’s surcharge vs. Carrier’s no-fee approach
Miami Grand Prix Review (12:00–28:00)
Key overtakes, standout performances, and technical takeaways from the street circuit
Imola Grand Prix Preview (28:00–40:00)
Track quirks, tire strategies, and where passing will be possible at the storied Italian venue
Bold Imola Predictions (40:00–End)
Who will challenge Verstappen at the front? Can Ferrari finally break their drought?
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📣 Hashtags: #HVAC #HeatPumps #F1 #MiamiGP #ImolaGP #HVACZoomies #R454B #Carrier
Saturday May 10, 2025
Saturday May 10, 2025
Join your host Rhydon and guest Keith Flores of HG Home Services and HG Home Guardian as they dive into family life, business growth, cutting-edge home automation, and the power of giving back.
What’s Inside:
Catch-Up & F1 Banter (0:00–14:00) – Keith’s family updates, new pups on the block, and a nod to the HVAC Zoomies Podcast with some F1 chat.
HG Home Services Evolution (14:00–38:00) – How Keith’s high-end niche business has grown since 2022: company culture, community involvement, key milestones, and why collaboration beats competition.
HG Home Guardian Smart Home System (38:00–75:00) – A deep dive into Keith’s home automation platform that diagnoses, predicts, and safeguards your home’s health.
Collaboration Over Competition (75:00–End) – Reflecting on how HVAC has empowered us—and why giving back is at the heart of what we do.
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📣 Hashtags: #HVAC #HomeAutomation #SmartHome #Podcast #HVACRND #CollaborationOverCompetition #HGHOMESERVICES #HGHOMEGUARDIAN #HVACGOD
Friday May 02, 2025
Friday May 02, 2025
Bonus Episode: HVAC Zoomies Podcast – Saudi GP Recap & Miami GP Preview
Join your hosts Rhydon and Rachael for a high-octane bonus episode where we kick off with the latest HVAC headlines and then shift into the fast-paced world of Formula 1.
What’s Inside:
R-454B Shortage & Pricing Struggles – Why contractors are feeling the pinch on R-454B supply and what it means for your next install.
Copeland’s £4.6 M Grant – How this funding will supercharge heat-pump compressor manufacturing in Ireland.
Thomas Müller Named Viessmann HP Spokesman – What his new role signals for the industry’s heat-pump future.
Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Recap – We break down the podium finishers, surprise performances, and technical takeaways.
Miami Grand Prix Preview – Will Lando Norris take the fight back to Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen as the Red Bull vs. McLaren drivers’ championship battle continues to heat up?
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📣 Hashtags: #HVAC #HeatPumps #F1 #SaudiGP #MiamiGP #HVACZoomies #R454B #Viessmann #McLaren #RedBullRacing #OscarPiastri #MaxVerstappen #LandoNorris
Let’s dive in!
Friday Apr 25, 2025
Friday Apr 25, 2025
This week Rhydon Atzenhoffer welcomes the Executive Director of the Skilled Careers Coalition, Mark Hedstrom, to the HVAC R&D Podcast.
The two discuss the ‘Gen Z toolbelt generation,’ the silver tsunami of retiring tradespeople, and how mentorships and programs like Skills Jam are shaping the future of recruitment and support for the skilled trades.
Other topics include mental health for the trades, the lack of guidance about skilled careers to those guiding our next generation and what trade Mark would master if he could pick just one.
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Thank you to JPL, RLS - Rapid Locking System and Apprentice Now for your support of the show.
#HVAC #TRADES #SKILLEDCAREERS #EDUCATION #MOTIVATION #MENTALHEALTH #SKILLSGAP #SILVERTSUNAMI #GENZ #GENX #MILENIAL #JPL #RLS #APPRENTICENOW
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Welcome back to the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, your favorite bonus show from HVAC R&D, as Rhydon and Rachael get into the fifth week of the 2025 Formula 1 season.
This week we take a look back at Oscar Piastri's dominant victory in Bahrain and preview this coming week's night race in Jeddah.
Enjoy the show and here is to another great Grand Prix!
Make sure to follow us on Instagram @hvaczoomies!
Thank you to JPL Flex and RLS - Rapid Locking System, for your support of the show!
#HVAC #HVACZOOMIES #ZOOMIENATION #ZOOMIES #F1 #FORMULA1 #CHINESEGP #JAPANESEGP #SUZUKA #TSUNODA #LIAMLAWSON #REDBULL #MCLAREN #PIASTRI #LANDO #FERRARI #WILLIAMS #ASTONMARTIN #MERCEDES #SAUBER #ALPINE #HAASF1 #RACINGBULLS
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
It's race week four of the 2025 Formula 1 season already and after three rounds it looks like it is already shaping up to be a Max Verstappen vs McLaren for the Drivers championship.
Rhydon and Rachael break down last week's results and get their bold predictions on the board for the coming weekend and enjoy some great HVAC banter along the way.
A dominant controlling performance by Max at Suzuka in the Lenovo Japanese Grand Prix see's the four time World Champion only a single point adrift from this season's favored champion to win it all, Lando Norris.
However, there is proving to be no lack of fight or desire in Verstappen to push for his fifth in a row, and that is just the way we like it.
Now it is time to head back to Bahrain. The home of pre-season testing this year, Bahrain had been the first race on the calendar for the last number of years but now it will be interesting to see who returns to the Arabian track with the best set up after several races to adjust their set ups.
Red Bull are hoping to see Yuki Tsunoda find his performance quick as McLaren and Mercedes are already looking to take a commanding lead in the top two places of the Constructors Championship.
Meanwhile Lando and Oscar Piastri will be heavily favored to come out on top at this high speed track and will hope they can return to the top of the podium and keep a determined Max at bay.
Mercedes will be looking to sneak onto the podium, while Ferrari will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing start to the campaign.
Enjoy the show and here is to another great Grand Prix!
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#HVAC #HVACZOOMIES #ZOOMIENATION #ZOOMIES #F1 #FORMULA1 #CHINESEGP #JAPANESEGP #SUZUKA #TSUNODA #LIAMLAWSON #REDBULL #MCLAREN #PIASTRI #LANDO #FERRARI #WILLIAMS #ASTONMARTIN #MERCEDES #SAUBER #ALPINE #HAASF1 #RACINGBULLS
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Friday Apr 04, 2025
This week Rhydon Atzenhoffer welcomes third generation Tradeswoman and professional marketing bestseller, Amber Gaige, to the HVAC R&D Podcast.
Amber helped to grow her family's plumbing business where she was put into the position to "start" a marketing company, that launched her into her career passion of supporting businesses with their branding and growth strategies.
Having built something with her family, Amber transitioned to the corporate world where she honed her craft to then return to her roots and found her own firm, Far Beyond Marketing.
This spirited woman from Texas has a great story and an even better personality and I am happy she shared her journey with the #TradeCrew.
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#HVAC #MARKETING #FARBEYONDMARKETING #TEXAS #TRADES #PLUMBING #ELECTRICAL #CONSTRUCTION #FAMILYBUSINESS #HUNTER #TURKEY #DEERSTAND #TRADITION
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Welcome back to episode three of the HVAC Zoomies Podcast, a bonus show produced by HVAC R&D!
Rhydon and Rachael are pumped to be back for another discussion as they break down some hot topics in the HVAC world to open the show, and then they get to the 2025 Chinese Sprint and Grand Prix results while evaluating their current bold prediction standings for the season.
Red Bull has made the first major move of the calendar year by dropping Liam Lawson back to Racing Bulls and promoting Honda backed Japanese driver Yuki Tsunoda to the second Red Bull seat alongside of Max Verstappen for the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.
Will Oscar Piastri continue to assert his recent dominance at the front of the pack or will Max or Lando Norris spoil his dreams under the cherry blossoms this coming weekend?
Tune in for our bold predictions and banter ahead of this weekend's action in Japan.
Make sure to follow us on now on Instagram @hvaczoomies!
#HVAC #HVACZOOMIES #ZOOMIENATION #ZOOMIES #F1 #FORMULA1 #CHINESEGP #JAPANESEGP #SUZUKA #TSUNODA #LIAMLAWSON #REDBULL #MCLAREN #PIASTRI #LANDO #FERRARI #WILLIAMS #ASTONMARTIN #MERCEDES #SAUBER #ALPINE #HAASF1 #RACINGBULLS