Podcasts about air quality

John Maytham speaks to Bernice Swartz, Deputy Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Environment, to unpack how Weather SA will monitor the quality of our air. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air quality in the Twin Cities and much of central Minnesota may reach unhealthy levels this afternoon and evening. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air quality alert from noon to 9 p.m. for the Twin Cities metro area extending northwest to St. Cloud, Sauk Centre and Little Falls.Like other alerts the past couple weeks, the concern is for ground-level ozone that forms on warm, dry days when sunshine reacts with pollutants in the air. Conditions should improve after sunset.Fargo voters are choosing a new mayor and two other city commissioners Tuesday. And the city is changing up the method of voting after North Dakota lawmakers banned approval voting last year. And DFL governor candidate Amy Klobuchar is out with a proposal aimed at addressing Minnesota's housing shortage. Klobuchar says the state should work with cities and counties to lift requirements that can add time and project expenses. The plan would also create incentives for communities that build more multi-family housing.Lawmakers scrapped Fargo's novel voting system. Tuesday's mayoral election goes back to basics

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Guest: Kelsey Simpkins Communications and Programs Manager Simple Steps for Better Air is the Regional Air Quality Council’s summer effort to cut pollution along the Front Range by focusing on small daily habits that make a real difference. Avoiding unnecessary car idling reduces the emissions that help create ground‑level ozone—an invisible pollutant formed when tailpipe emissions mix with heat and sunlight during Colorado’s hot summer days. While ozone high in the stratosphere protects us from UV radiation, ozone near the ground can harm people with asthma, lung conditions, older adults, and children. Residents can check daily conditions through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment or most weather apps, work from home when possible, fuel vehicles after 5 p.m., and take advantage of a 30% discount on electric lawn and garden equipment through 2026. These simple steps help protect both our air and our health. SimpleStepsBetterAir.org.

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Think the HEPA filter in your bedroom is handling your air quality? Healthy-home expert Helen Christoni says a HEPA filter is only half of the equation, and the other half is what's quietly making you feel run down. Christoni, senior vice president of AirDoctor and AquaTru, walks through the simple, low-cost changes that actually move the needle in a non-toxic home. She starts where you spend most of your time: the bedroom, where organic bedding and a real air purifier with both carbon and HEPA can trap the volatile organic compounds a standard filter misses. Then it's into the kitchen, where firing up a gas stove pumps fumes straight into your house, and where running the vent during cooking, laundry, and especially showers is the difference between clean air and a hidden mold problem. She also makes the case that the grogginess, bloating, headaches, and "allergies" a lot of people shrug off may be coming from contaminated indoor air and unfiltered water. Her warning on tap water is blunt: contaminants don't boil out, they concentrate, so the disinfectant byproducts, forever chemicals, microplastics, and arsenic you're trying to cook off may be getting worse in the pot. From shower filters to reading the labels in your cabinets to swapping paraffin candles for coconut or beeswax, this is a practical roadmap for reducing your home's toxic burden room by room. 0:00 Where to begin in a healthy home0:12 Bedrooms, air purifiers, and the HEPA half-truth2:09 Why you should run the fan when you shower 2:44 The symptoms people blame on being tired 3:06 What's really in your tap water 5:49 The candle problem most people miss6:33 Paint and the toxins you overlook7:32 Where to find Helen Christoni Like and subscribe for the conversations and coverage you won't get from legacy media. #HealthyHome #AirQuality #NonToxicLiving #WaterFilter #MoldPrevention #Wellness #JasonRantz #SeattleRed

Muchos hospitales priorizan equipos médicos costosos mientras descuidan el aire invisible que puede propagar infecciones letales entre los pacientes más vulnerables. Este descuido operativo transforma centros de salud en focos de cultivo para patógenos resistentes que el simple lavado de manos no puede detener.La conversación se centra en la bioseguridad mediante el uso de filtración mecánica avanzada y el monitoreo constante de la presión del sistema. Se analizan estrategias para reducir infecciones y optimizar costos operativos a largo plazo en infraestructuras hospitalarias críticas.Ari Guerrero es un experto en sistemas de filtración y bioseguridad aérea radicado en la Ciudad de México. Posee amplia experiencia asesorando a instituciones de salud sobre la implementación de normativas internacionales de calidad de aire interior.COSAS DE LAS QUE HABLAMOS- Prioridades reales en ingeniería hospitalaria- Aire como vector de infecciones- Diferencia entre confort y bioprotección- Riesgos de bioaerosoles en hospitales- Ventajas mecánicas del valor MERV-ADETALLES DEL INVITADOAri Guerrero actualmente se desempeña como especialista en soluciones de filtración de aire y bioseguridad. Su labor principal consiste en educar a departamentos de ingeniería y compras sobre la reducción de infecciones asociadas a la atención de la salud. Sus habilidades clave incluyen la auditoría técnica de manejadoras de aire, optimización de eficiencia energética y gestión de riesgos biológicos en áreas críticas como quirófanos.CITAS- El aire es un vector crítico que no se ve ni hace ruido, pero que sí define si un hospital es realmente seguro o no. - Ari Guerrero (01:14)- Tenemos una barrera muy importante de bioseguridad que es mantener una eficiencia MERV 14A. - Ari Guerrero (05:27)- Debemos exigir el valor MERV-A para garantizar que la protección no se desplome a la mitad del mes. - Ari Guerrero (06:16)- Lo que ahorramos en equipos viejos lo terminamos pagando en cuentas de luz, días de hospitalización y recambios de filtros. - Ari Guerrero (07:11)- Es vital que estas unidades tengan manómetros. - Ari Guerrero (07:16)- Operar sin un manómetro es como conducir sin un indicador de gasolina. - Ari Guerrero (07:33)- Esta semana, salgan de la oficina, suban al área técnica y verifiquen si sus manejadoras críticas tienen manómetros calibrados. - Ari Guerrero (08:02)- Un sello defectuoso por medio centímetro puede arruinar la esterilidad de una sala. - Ari Guerrero (08:24)- El aire no es un vacío pasivo, es un vehículo de bioseguridad que si no lo controlamos, puede comprometer directamente la salud. - Ari Guerrero (08:34)- Seleccionar filtros de baja calidad aumenta el presupuesto total a la larga. - Ari Guerrero (09:23)PALABRAS CLAVE Y#AireHospitalario #BioseguridadAérea #GestiónFacilidades #FiltraciónMecánica #IngenieríaClínica

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In this episode of the Build Show Podcast, Matt Risinger sits down with Jordan Smith to work through the full spectrum of residential HVAC mechanical systems — from the bare minimum to the over-engineered. The conversation moves quickly from what not to do (single-stage compressors with flex duct in unconditioned attics) to what actually performs: separate air handlers per floor, dedicated dehumidification, and ERV systems for continuous fresh air. For two-story homes, both agree that zone dampers are a dead end and that two independent systems are the only real solution. The middle-ground sweet spot they land on is dual single-stage units paired with at least one dehumidifier and a basic fresh-air intake strategy. A recurring theme is that equipment brand matters far less than installer quality — a well-installed Goodman beats a poorly installed premium unit every time.  Huge thanks to our episode sponsor,  JELD-WEN. Learn more at: https://www.jeld-wen.com/en-us Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network. https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

At least 20 detainees at Adelanto have started a hunger strike. The FBI shares how the two shooters at the Islamic Center of San Diego met. On this smoky day, we have tips on checking the air in your neighborhood. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Show Notes In this episode of Be a Smarter Homeowner, Beth Dodson talks with Nicole Jacques, home system strategist and creator of the House CEO philosophy, about how the products, routines, and systems inside our homes can affect both our health and our peace of mind. Nicole shares how her own pregnancy and later autoimmune diagnosis pushed her to examine the hidden environmental factors inside the home, leading her into the world of low-tox living.  Together, Beth and Nicole unpack what "low tox" really means, why so many so-called "clean" products are confusingly marketed, and how homeowners can make healthier swaps without becoming overwhelmed. Nicole emphasizes that low-tox living is not about perfection. It is about reducing toxic load step by step, especially with the products and systems you use every day.  The conversation also digs into synthetic fragrance, air quality, and the reality that many homeowners have never been taught how to properly care for a home. Nicole explains why overwhelm often comes from a knowledge gap, not laziness, and offers a more realistic, forgiving approach to home care: fewer products, fewer decisions, more routines, and lower standards in the right places.  They also cover practical issues homeowners often overlook, including dryer vent safety, the health impact of stagnant indoor air, the value of air scrubbers and filters, and why functionality matters more than aesthetics when creating a home that truly supports your life. Nicole closes with three simple takeaways: do not aim for perfection, start with what you use every day, and find community so the process feels lighter and more doable.  Key Takeaways Your home environment may be affecting your health more than you realize.  Low-tox living does not have to be all-or-nothing. Replace products gradually as they run out.  Synthetic fragrance often masks problems instead of solving them.  Clean air and clean water are some of the best places to start.  Many homeowners feel overwhelmed because nobody taught them how to care for a home.  A home should feel like a safe place, not a second job.  Buying more products usually adds complexity instead of solving the problem.  Function matters more than "pretty" when creating a healthy home.  Dryer vent maintenance is a major fire-prevention issue.  Simpler routines can improve both your home and your well-being.   sound bites "Fragrance can be endocrine disruptors." "Lower your standards for a healthier home." "Simplify and praise your progress." Chapters   00:40 Introduction to Home Wellness 03:49 The Journey to Low Tox Living 06:44 Understanding Low Tox and Lowest Tox 09:46 Making Healthier Choices in Home Products 12:41 The Impact of Fragrances on Health 15:33 Overcoming Home Overwhelm 18:39 Creating a Healthy Home Environment 22:22 Creating Shared Responsibility at Home 23:14 Lowering Standards for a Healthier Home 24:41 The Impact of Mindset on Household Tasks 25:52 Rethinking Cleaning Products and Their Necessity 27:52 Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality in Home Design 29:35 Understanding Home Safety and Maintenance 30:52 The Importance of Air Quality in Homes 35:10 Practical Steps for Low-Tox Living  

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In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie is joined by Gord Cooke, President at Building Knowledge Canada, and Ian Walker, Sales & Marketing Manager at Aeroseal, to talk about air sealing technology and how it improves building performance. They explain how AeroBarrier works to reduce air leakage and why airtight homes need proper mechanical ventilation. The conversation covers common concerns about sealing homes too tightly, the role of HVAC systems in fresh air control, and how ventilation systems like ERVs help maintain comfort. Gary, Gord, and Ian also share real job site examples, costs, and how better air sealing can improve energy efficiency and system sizing. In this conversation, Gord and Ian explain how AeroBarrier is used to seal air leaks in homes and improve building performance. They describe how the system uses pressure and a misted sealant to find and close gaps, while stressing the need for proper ventilation to maintain air quality. Gord, Ian, and Gary discuss common concerns about making homes too tight and explain why controlled ventilation is important. They also cover real job site examples, costs, and how reducing air leakage can improve comfort, energy use, and HVAC system sizing. Expect to Learn: How AeroBarrier works to seal air leaks using pressure and a misted sealant. How building science and HVAC systems work together in modern homes. How proper ventilation keeps air quality safe in airtight homes. How ERV systems and exhaust fans help control fresh air and moisture. How reducing air leakage can improve comfort, energy use, and system sizing.   Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Sponsor Ad: Factory Direct Filters [00:42] - Intro to Gord Cooke and Ian Walker in Part 1 [02:20] - Introducing Aero Barrier technology and on-site demo [03:40] - Ian explains how Aero Barrier works (blower door, positive pressure, sealant mist) [05:17] - Debunking "sealing too tight" myth - build tight, ventilate right [09:32] - Summary: Tight homes are fine if mechanical ventilation is present [12:35] - Cost range = 0.80 – 1.50 per square foot [14:14] - Recommendation of ERV + source control for best ventilation [16:46] - Ventilation controls (CO₂, humidity) [19:37] - Real-world results: 14 ACH down to ~4 ACH, 55–60% leakage reduction   This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/hvacknowitall Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Factory Direct Filters: https://www.factorydirectfilters.com/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse!   Follow the Guests Gord Cooke and Ian Walker on: LinkedIn - Gord Cooke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gord-cooke-4b9b3433 LinkedIn - Ian Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-walker-930954101/ LinkedIn - Building Knowledge Canada: https://www.linkedin.com/company/building-knowledge-canada-inc./ LinkedIn - Ian Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aeroseal-llc/    Follow the Host on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ LinkedIn - HVAC Know It All Inc.: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-know-it-all-inc Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/    Follow the Podcast on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HVACKnowItAll Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LCBJGw0EHG03rdWHxUMce Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-know-it-all-podcast/id1359253455 

David and Nick interview John Barrett from Breathe Easy, a new HVAC and Air Quality company in West Michigan.  John discusses what makes his business different from average HVAC Companies and how important Air Quality is.  You can contact John at www.breatheeasymi.com or 616-490-8358.  You can also email him at john.breatheeasy@gmail.com   Shout out to MLVC for the great Theme Song!  You can find them at https://www.instagram.com/mlvc_91/  If you have questions for either Nick or David please contact us at: bucksandbrewsllc@gmail.com

Matt Risinger sits down with Kristof Irwin of Positive Energy to discuss how mechanical systems, enclosure design, and building science work together in high-performance homes. Irwin explains how HVAC design impacts comfort, humidity control, indoor air quality, and long-term durability, especially in challenging climates. The conversation explores right-sizing equipment, balancing ventilation with airtight construction, and using data-driven testing to verify performance. They also touch on homeowner expectations, evolving energy standards, and the importance of integrating architects, builders, and mechanical designers early in the process.  Huge thanks to our episode sponsor JELD-WEN. Learn more at: https://www.jeld-wen.com/en-us   Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network. https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

Minnesota officials are forecasting air quality issues this summer due to wildfire smoke and high ozone levels. Meteorologists with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency say drought conditions are increasing the risk of wildfires and they're expecting 12 to 16 days of smoky air this summer. And a Minneapolis man pleaded guilty this morning to spraying vinegar on Congresswoman Ilhan Omar earlier this year. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

With colorful windsocks and a gazebo, Providence artist Eli Nixon developed an art installation to bring attention to the air quality around the Port of Providence. This week on Possibly, we take a closer look.

It's ozone season! In the latest episode of the High Pressure Podcast, Spheros meteorologists discuss the Spare The Air program in the Sacramento region. Find out why Spare The Air occurs during the summer, what local conditions lead to ozone formation in Sacramento, and how to track AQI levels when a Spare The Air forecast has been issued.

We are joined by Ian Pritchett of Greencore Homes to talk about his science-based approach to green building and the work that has led him from developing green building materials becoming the co-founder of a vertically-integrated developer and house builder.There's a lot of history and legacy to cover because Ian has been in the green building game for decades and it's this that has informed the approach being taken right now.Greencore is also challenging the Passive House Institute about the accuracy of its PHPP (passive house planning package) modelling software because their homes outperform the model's predictions because of their use of phase-change materials.Be warned, this is nerd business—Jeff gets to interrogate the build up specification—but it doesn't get too technical to be able to follow the thread.Notes from the showThe Greencore Homes website Ian Pritchett on LinkedIn A PH+ article about Neil May**SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**   

Major facilities worldwide spend millions each year on air filters, yet if those filters are not performing optimally, that investment can lead to wasted money and compromised air quality. This problem is universal, affecting smaller, everyday facilities just as much as large operations like data centres or hospitals.This episode strips away the confusing technical jargon to reveal how simple, on-site testing can bridge the gap between lab-ideal measurements and real-world results. Discover how to compare brands, understand the true ‘Total Cost of Ownership,' and use little testing to unlock massive savings in electricity and maintenance. You will learn why resistance to airflow is key and how modern mobile testing labs provide precision results across different manufacturers.Joining host Dusty Rhodes is Jon Holmes, a specialist from Camfil. Jon has spent over twelve years in the air filtration industry, dedicated to helping facility managers bridge complex engineering concepts into practical, money-saving solutions.THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUTBenefit of testing: trust but verify.How to measure a filter trial.Pressure drop means resistance to airflow.MERV ratings: lab conditions downside.How filter testing creates huge savings.GUEST DETAILS Jon Holmes serves as a specialist at Camfil. He has spent over twelve years in the air filtration industry. His main skills include bridging engineering gaps and creating practical facility solutions. He is an expert in helping managers understand total cost of ownership.https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonwholmes/MORE INFORMATIONHungry for knowledge? Camfil's Lunch & Learn programme is a tailored air quality training at your office - No travel, no hassle.https://www.camfil.com/en-ie/support-and-services/trainings-and-education/lunch-and-learnThere is also a wealth of industry information on air quality and how to improve it on our website at camfil.comLet's Talk Clean Air is produced for Camfil by DustPod.ioQUOTESTrust but verify. There's a lot of claims out there today about how well a filter is going to save you energy or improve your air quality.  -  Jon HolmesHow restrictive is that filter? Because that'll tell you. Like, how long is that filter going to actually last in your unit..  -  Jon HolmesOftentimes the most common test is we'll do a filter trial. - Jon Holmes KEYWORDS #FilterTrial #RealWorldTesting #HVACSystems #FacilitySolution #AirFilter

In today's episode of Health Youniversity, Dr. Susan Fox sits down with Dr. Katie Worrilow — founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Life Air Systems, postdoctoral-trained reproductive physiologist, and former scientific director of IVF programs for over 20 years — for a conversation that will change how you think about your IVF cycle.Dr. Katie spent twenty years noticing something. That when construction began outside the hospital, when the medevac pad got repaved, when the parking lot was resurfaced — clinical pregnancy rates dropped. Not because of the medicine. Not because of the protocol. Because of the air surrounding the embryo during the most critical six to seven days of its existence outside the body. That realization became Life Air Systems — a patented air purification technology now installed in 41% of US IVF programs, awarded 23 patents, over 60 registered trademarks globally, and the 2025 Edison Award for innovation in healthcare.The data from clinical studies across several thousand patients showed a nearly 20 percentage point increase in clinical outcomes with complete air quality control. Across the full installation base worldwide, the average increase in clinical pregnancy rates is 14.9 percentage points — with corresponding improvements in implantation rates and blast conversion rates.You'll learn why the air surrounding a human embryo during culture matters.  Why the environment, and chemical pathogens like toluene from warm asphalt do to embryo development — and why you won't see the damage at day 3, only at day 5.   Blastocyst conversion rates and implantation rates are the metrics that tell the real story —   air quality has to do with both. And you'll learn what questions to ask your IVF clinic before your next retrieval or transfer about air quality at the transfer stage, why the same variable that improves outcomes also reduces the likelihood of needing multiple retrieval cycles — and what that means financially and emotionally. And you'll understand why Dr. Susan is calling out fertility insurance providers and employee benefits managers in this episode directly.This episode is for you if you're preparing for an IVF cycle and want to do everything possible to optimize your outcome, you've had a beautiful day 3 embryo report followed by a devastating day 5, you've been through one or more failed cycles and are trying to figure out what to do differently before the next one, you want

Link to Paper The Center for Transportation, Environment, and Community Health (CTECH)  In January 2025, New York City launched the first congestion pricing program in the United States, offering a rare real-world test of how traffic policy affects air quality. This Keynote brings together researchers from environmental science, economics, and political science, who used high-frequency monitoring data to conduct the first zone-specific causal evaluation of the policy's PM2.5 impacts. The study found substantial pollution reductions within Manhattan's congestion zone, with spillover benefits across the city and region. The discussion will unpack methods, results, and implications for urban policy, public health, and environmental justice. As other U.S. cities consider similar programs, these findings offer crucial insights into congestion pricing's potential as a tool for improving air quality and addressing environmental inequities in urban areas. What You'll Learn: How NYC's congestion pricing policy was evaluated using quasi-experimental methods Key findings on PM2.5 reductions inside and beyond the toll zone Evidence of behavioral adaptation and growing effects over time Implications for public health and environmental justice What other U.S. cities can learn when considering similar policies   Follow eCornell on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

Today's episode is about the dangers of magical tools and practices around children and pets.Have questions? Send an email!catsteaandwitchcraftpodcast@gmail.comFollow the social media page and website:www.instagram.com/catsteaandwitchcraftwww.threads.net/@catsteaandwitchcraftcatsteaandwitchcraft.wixsite.com/podcastMusic: Monochrome by MaduroSources:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Infant Botulism and Honey Safety https://www.cdc.gov/botulism/infant-botulism.htmlJohns Hopkins Medicine – Are Essential Oils Safe for Children? https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/are-essential-oils-safe-for-childrenChildren's Mercy Hospital – Essential Oils and Babies: What Parents Need to Know https://news.childrensmercy.orgVanderbilt University Medical Center – Tennessee Poison Center: Rise in Pediatric Essential Oil Ingestions https://news.vumc.org/2016/05/10/tennessee-poison-center-at-vanderbilt-sees-rise-in-children-ingesting-essential-oilsMerck Veterinary Manual – Toxic Effects of Essential Oils in Animals https://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/toxicoses-from-household-hazards/toxicoses-from-essential-oils-in-animalsAmerican Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) – Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants Database https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plantsSPCA British Columbia – Aromatherapy and Pets Safety Guidance https://spca.bc.ca/news/aromatherapy-pets/Healthline – Is Incense Bad for You? (Air Quality and Respiratory Effects) https://www.healthline.com/health/is-incense-bad-for-youAmerican Lung Association – Indoor Air Quality and Particulate Matter Guidance https://www.lung.orgEnvironmental Literacy Council – Incense Smoke and Animal Exposure https://enviroliteracy.org/is-it-ok-to-burn-incense-around-animals/

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Pool Pros text questions hereIn this continuation of their conversation, Lee, Shane, and Nick are joined again by industry expert Spiros from Next Gen Experts to break down a topic that's generating serious noise across the pool industry right now: proposed workplace exposure changes and what they actually mean.This isn't a surface-level chlorine conversation. It's a deep dive into how regulations, standards, and real-world operations collide—and where the industry needs to be paying attention versus where it might be overreacting.

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Seattle’s Magnuson park will be getting regular police patrols. A Seattle burger joint is dealing with repeated break-ins. JD Vance has spoken out about the ongoing feud between the Pope and Trump. King County and Seattle get Washington’s worst air quality grades, failing on both ozone and particle pollution. // A new report found that the Biden DOJ used the FACE Act to target pro-life Americans at the behest of pro-abortion organizations. // A doctor is warning that wearing fitness trackers could have unintended side effects.

This week on America on the Road, Jack Nerad and Chris Teague lead with road tests of two appealing mainstream SUVs — 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT and 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. This week's headlines take a closer look at the pressures reshaping today's auto market, from rising negative equity and higher monthly payments to a high-profile pullback in the Sony-Honda EV partnership. We'll also examine urgent safety warnings over defective replacement air bags, the growing role of AI and connectivity in, of all things, camping, and new research showing how poor air quality can impact your travel plans. (Or can it?)

Matt Risinger sits down with Bill Graber and Steve Rogers of The Energy Conservatory to explore how diagnostic testing informs high-performance construction. The conversation centers on blower door testing, pressure mapping, and airflow measurement as tools to verify airtightness and identify leakage pathways. They discuss how builders and energy raters use data to refine building enclosures, improve indoor air quality, and coordinate HVAC system performance. The group also touches on evolving codes, training, and the growing expectation for measurable results in residential construction.  Huge thanks to our podcast episode Huber Engineered Woods.  Learn more at: https://www.huberwood.com Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network. https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

Over two million acres in the Flint Hills region of Kansas are intentionally burned each spring between March and May for land management purposes.

The American Lung Association released its 27th annual “State of the Air” report, which finds that nearly half of the children in the U.S. are breathing unhealthy levels of air pollution, including more than 700,000 kids in Connecticut. We spoke with Ruth Canovy, Director of Advocacy of the American Lung Association, about the specific findings in our state and learned why Fairfield County is still getting a failing grade.For more information: State of the Air | American Lung Association

The American Lung Association has released its 27th State of the Air report on air pollution and awarded grades for metro areas across the country. No one in West Virginia lives in a county with a failing grade. We talk with Kevin Stewart, director of Environmental Health for the American Lung Association, about the report and what it all means. The post The State Gets Good Grades For Air Quality, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

A research team at Brown called Breathe Providence is asking people to track what they smell, in an effort to better understand air pollution in Rhode Island.

We take a look at the state of the green building sector through the lens of itss biggest dedicated show in the UK, Futurebuild. It on 12–14 May this year and you can sign up here.Helping us to peek behind the curtain is the event's director, Martin Hurn, a man who is, ultimately, responsible for it all.It seemed with a conversation because this year Futurebuild was acquired by a new owner and repackaged to become a super event. The green building great big networking event has merged with UK Construction Week and the Stone and Surfaces Show. In light of this we get into the history of Futurebuild that sheds a little light on how the impact of changes that it's going through right now are a little more like a return to its roots.The episode has a bit of a long wind up because we've included a chunk of preamble in which Jeff explains his background to Martin which wasn't intended for the episode but it ended up revealing similarities, and differences, in their backgrounds that felt worth including. Both Martin and Jeff have been in this working within the business of the built environment for about the same amount of time (early 00s), and both coming from publishing backgrounds. They've seen the heydays, boom times, and catastrophes created by the Celtic Tiger and the UK's solar subsidisation and feed-in tariffs. Consequently, the pair of them are able to offer a some illuminating and interesting perspectives on where they see the sector at this strange point in time.We also let Martin plug the show.And, at the end we do get around to asking ‘how sustainable are events?'Notes from the showRegister with Futurebuild 2026 for your event passThe Futurebuild website Martin Hurn on LinkedIn **SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**   

How does recognizing our deep physical and social connections change the way we understand human nature?University of Cincinnati philosophy and psychology professor Dr. Anthony Chemero joins host PJ Weary to challenge traditional Western philosophy and explore the embodied nature of cognition.Dr. Chemero unpacks his book Intertwined Creatures: The Embodied Cognitive Science of Self and Other. Together they discuss the intersection of cognitive science and feminist theory to show how deeply our environments and social circles shape who we are.In this conversation they explore: How feminist critiques of traditional philosophy reveal that our earliest experiences as infants are shared rather than isolated. The flaws of the Cartesian worldview that treats the self as a hidden mind sparsely connected to a mechanical body. Using the pub crawl from the movie The World's End to explain why viewing other people as unthinking blanks is a fundamental failure of understanding humanity. What flushing toilets and far-from-equilibrium thermodynamics teach us about the self-organizing nature of human behavior. The physical and social constraints that effortlessly coordinate our actions when we move a sofa or dance with another person. The concept of shared public moods and how our emotions are often collective rather than purely internal.This is a conversation for anyone interested in psychology and philosophy who wants to break free from the illusion of isolation and embrace a deeply connected human experience.Make sure to check out Dr. Chemero's book: Intertwined Creatures: The Embodied Cognitive Science of Self and Other

April 16, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Jim Haywood, Senior Meteorologist for the Michigan Department of Environmental, Great Lakes, and Energy, about upcoming changes to the air quality alert system. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We look at what's in the air right now and how it impacts us. We'll break down how air quality is measured, what's improved over time and what challenges remain. We'll also examine the distinct forces behind the region's intense allergy season and what it means for daily life.

The Hispanic Access Foundation found that in several Latino communities, particulate pollution exceeded federal standards. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/ 

Clean air advocates in New York want to redefine the threshold for a state disaster declaration. A revamp of Bridgeport's east end neighborhood hits a road block. A handful of Long Island hospitals could reduce service due to federal cuts. Plus, Connecticut considers more oversight on families that homeschool.

Air quality is a major concern as crews continue to fight an Ontario warehouse fire. L.A. County moves to crack down on fraudulent hospice operations. Amazon employees rally to bring a coworker back to work. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

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What is social value? It's a messy, ill-defined beast that's increasingly a core component of public procurement, and it's something that we worked on recently so it's been front of our minds.We invited Michael McLaughlin (LHC Procurement Group) onto the show to talk through what he thinks about social value, and what he thinks it could be if the sector was able to organise itself better. No shade intended and we're not suggesting that it's easy to fix things, but we have looked into it. While there's a lot of great work being done there are an unconscionable number of opportunities being wasted, and not for want of trying.Notes from the showMichael McLaughlin on LinkedInThe LHC Procurement Group website LHC on LinkedIn **SOME SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**We don't actually earn anything from this podcast, and it's quite a lot of work, so we have to promote the day jobs.Follow us on the Zero Ambitions LinkedIn page (we still don't have a proper website)Jeff and Dan about Zero Ambitions Partners (the consultancy) for help with positioning and communications strategy, customer/user research and engagement strategy, carbon calculations and EPDs – we're up to all sortsSubscribe and advertise with Passive House Plus (UK edition here too)Check Lloyd Alter's Substack: Carbon UpfrontJoin ACANJoin the AECB Join the IGBCCheck out Her Retrofit Space, the renovation and retrofit platform for women**END OF SELF-PROMOTING CALLS TO ACTION**

Childhood Sexual Abuse Pt.2: The Role Of Mothers In The Healing Journey Psychologist Dr. Frank Putnam continues to detail the physical and mental impact of childhood sexual abuse. He also discusses his personal experience uncovering a child trafficking ring led by a coworker at the National Institutes of Health. Guests: Dr. Frank Putnam, child & adolescent psychiatrist, professor of clinical psychiatry, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, author, Old Before Their Time   The Lead Legacy: How Toxic Metal Is Sneaking Into Your Life Despite its historical prevalence in everything from ancient plumbing to 20th-century gasoline, lead is a highly dangerous metal that can accumulate in the human body over a lifetime. Researchers have been analyzing strands of hair to track long-term lead exposure and evaluate the impact of the EPA's environmental regulations.   Guests: Thure E. Cerling, distinguished professor of geology & geophysics, The University of Utah   Medical Notes: How To Heal Faster After A Heart Attack, How Sleep Deprivation Distorts Legal Evidence, And Is Keto Good For Your Brain? Is ‘Keto' the key to a more resilient brain? The hidden weight of a brain tumor may be doing more damage than the cancer itself. Can an injection repair a broken heart? The difference between a true confession and a false one may simply be a good night's rest. Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lead Legacy: How Toxic Metal Is Sneaking Into Your Life Despite its historical prevalence in everything from ancient plumbing to 20th-century gasoline, lead is a highly dangerous metal that can accumulate in the human body over a lifetime. Researchers have been analyzing strands of hair to track long-term lead exposure and evaluate the impact of the EPA's environmental regulations.   Guests: Thure E. Cerling, distinguished professor of geology & geophysics, The University of Utah Host: Greg Johnson Producers: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're joined by Jeremy Rogus, a city arborist for the City of North Port, to discuss the vital role trees play in maintaining our air quality. Learn how North Port is working to keep our community green and thriving, the challenges we face, and the innovative steps we're taking to ensure clean air for future generations. Tune in for expert insights and practical tips to make a difference right in your own backyard!

Black rain fell over Tehran after oil depot strikes in the US-Israel war on Iran filled the sky with toxic petrochemical smoke. The contamination can seep into lungs, soil and water, with long-term risks from cancer to lasting environmental damage. What happens when the air people breathe becomes part of the battlefield? In this episode: Narges Bajoghli, Cultural Anthropologist, Johns Hopkins University Episode credits: This episode was produced by Noor Wazwaz, Marcos Bartolomé and Sarí el-Khalili with Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat, and our guest host, Tamara Khandaker. It was edited by Sarí el-Khalili. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Environmental and civil engineer, professional hair braider, public health scholar, and triple HBCU alumna, Nemmi Cole, PhD joins the show to discuss outdoor air quality, warehouses, and respiratory health in California's Inland Empire on the Four Degrees to the Streets Podcast.From 1980 to 2021 the number of warehouses and industrial buildings in the Inland Empire grew to 1 Billion Square Feet (1,000,000,000 SQ FT). Nearly 40% of all goods and products coming into the U.S travel on trucks through or sit in warehouses within San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. In 2024, the 5 most polluted cities in the entire nation were within the Inland Empire including Ontario and San Bernardino. Children and adults living in these communities have the highest rates of asthma, lung disease, and COPD in the State of California. Diesel trucks, industrial waste, truck idling, and output of industrial machinery contribute to chemicals in the air such as Sulfur Dioxide, Particulate Matter, Nitrogen Dioxide, and Volatile Organic Compounds. Our guest on the podcast is a native of San Bernardino so her work is personal. On the show Nemmi reminisces and laments the loss of parks and farmland in her community to industrial buildings and warehouses.After completing her PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Florida A&M University, our guest Dr. Nemmi Cole returned home to join the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California to study the impact of megawarehouses on children's respiratory health outcomes in San Bernardino and Riverside County. Jasmine and Nemmi bonded over their shared passion for how neighborhood design shapes our mental and physical health. Download the episode to hear the civil engineering, environmental science, urban planning, and real estate perspective on warehouses, asthma, diesel trucks, globalization, zoning, and mental health.Share this episode with a friend or family member who cares about their neighborhood!Thank you for listening! Read Nemmi Cole, Phd full bio:Dr. Nemmi Cole is a researcher, engineer, and entrepreneur whose work sits at the intersection of science and social impact. Growing up in San Bernardino, California, with roots in Houston, Texas, she was driven by a deep intellectual curiosity about the world around her. That curiosity took her to Florida A&M University, where she became a proud triple alumna, earning her Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering.Her professional background spans academia, state and federal government, and international research, including roles as a Florida Gubernatorial Fellow - Federal Affairs Fellow in Washington, D.C, and as a Regulatory Program Assistant with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Most recently, she completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine, where she led research focusing on the impact of the built environment on children's respiratory health outcomes.Off the clock, she has spent nearly 28 years running her business, Braids by Nemmi, where she treats hair as a sophisticated art form rooted in culture and care. As she steps into her next chapter as a future faculty member, her mission is to equip the next generation of engineers and STEM professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to translate their academic training into real-world impact.References:Kim C, Gharib C, Atamna H. Pediatric Asthma in the Inland Empire: Environmental Burden, Gaps in Preventive Care, and Unmet Needs. Children (Basel). 2025 Sep 4;12(9):1183. doi: 10.3390/children12091183. PMID: 41007048; PMCID: PMC12468150. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12468150/Andre Perry. Know Your Price: Valuing Black Lives and Property in America's Black Cities. https://bookshop.org/p/books/know-your-price-valuing-black-lives-and-property-in-america-s-black-cities-andre-m-perry/6d4a4eab6505ab10?ean=9780815737278&next=t&next=t%2CtRose Institute of State and Local Government. 2024 Inland Empire Outlook. https://roseinstitute.cmc.edu/research/inland-empire and https://roseinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IEO_Spring_2024_IE_Warehouses.pdf

San Diego County's Health and Human Services agency said it detected elevated levels of hydrogen sulfide in the Nestor community. The average price of a gallon of regular gas in San Diego County is now $5.80, it's highest price since October 2023. Home sales rose significantly last month in San Diego County and statewide as slightly more favorable mortgage rates encouraged buyers to enter the market.     What You Need To Know To Start Your Wednesday.