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In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie wraps up his chat with Tyler Nelson, Master HVACR, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager - Americas, Global Trainer, at Sauermann Group, about Combustion Analysis and why proper testing is critical for safe and efficient equipment operation. Tyler explains how to correctly use a Combustion Analyzer, the importance of testing at light off, steady state, and shutdown, and why commissioning should always be done. They discuss stack temperature, efficiency readings, manifold pressure adjustments, and how measured data helps technicians make better decisions and communicate clearly with customers. The episode highlights the value of understanding the why behind the readings and using data to improve performance and accountability in the field. Gary and Tyler discuss combustion analysis and why proper testing is essential for safe and efficient system operation. They talk about using a combustion analyzer the right way, including finding the correct test location and checking readings at light off, steady state, and shutdown. Tyler explains why commissioning is often overlooked and why equipment must be adjusted to match the environment it is installed in. The conversation also covers stack temperature, manifold pressure settings, and how efficiency readings reflect fuel use, not true system output. They finish by highlighting how measured data builds trust with customers and helps technicians make clear, confident decisions in the field. Expect to Learn: How to properly use a combustion analyzer and understand what the readings mean. Why testing at light off, steady state, and shutdown helps catch hidden problems. How stack temperature and manifold pressure affect efficiency and performance. Why commissioning equipment is critical and often overlooked in the field. How measured data builds trust with customers and supports clear diagnostic decisions.   Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Intro to Tyler Nelson in Part 02 [01:02] - Why open-mindedness matters in HVAC [02:23] - Mastering the combustion analyzer: Usage vs. understanding [05:41] - Real case study: The importance of day-one commissioning data [10:06] - Manufacturer's confession: Why commissioning is non-negotiable [13:20] - Fine-tuning equipment: Going beyond the manual's specs [16:16] - Behind the book & what's next for Tyler [18:38] - Wrap-up & where to find the book   This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/ Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse! Follow the Guest Tyler Nelson, Master HVACR on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-nelson-master-hvacr-9a8a981b/   Sauermann Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sauermann-group/  Get  Tyler Nelson's Book: Tyler's book Combustion Analysis: The Essentials is available now. If you want a practical, field-ready guide to combustion testing and diagnostics, grab your copy here:

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Send us an inquiry through a text message here!Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, Allie and Dr. King answer your questions with another mailbag episode! From how to create a positive work culture to overcoming the feeling of being behind in vet school to educating clients when they don't want to hear it... they answer it all!Do you have a question, story, or inquiry for The Veterinary Roundtable? Send us a text from the link above, ask us on any social media platform, or email theveterinaryroundtable@gmail.com!Episodes of The Veterinary Roundtable are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube!Timestamps00:00 Intro05:37 Trending Vet Med Topics15:38 Advice for Aspiring Licensed Techs19:45 Creating a Positive Work Culture23:34 Overcoming the Feeling of Being Behind in Tech School25:32 Advice for Techs in College28:42 Things Techs Wished CSRs Did More Of33:18 Educating Clients When They Don't Want to Hear It36:50 AI Resources That Boost Efficiency42:35 What You Wish You Knew Entering Vet School45:10 Outro

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREWanna go to Tekmetric's first ever industry training event Tektonic? Register HEREIn this episode, Jeff talks with... Mr. Walkie Talkie... the shop owner with that southern draw...the man who's hair is ALWAYS perfect...Mr. Lucas Underwood. Lucas talks about why communication MUST improve between owners and techs, and how more empathy and understanding can completely shift the culture inside a shop. They talk about the risks of leaning too heavily on service information without double checking procedures, especially when safety and liability are at stake. Lucas also gives money advice for technicians, including why thinking long-term and investing in retirement accounts can make a huge difference down the road.Timestamps:00:00 Future of ADAS and Calibration05:54 "Vehicle Diagnostics and Calibration"13:31 Grace, Mistakes, and Quick Decisions17:03 "Frustrations and Fixes with Tech"26:12 "Removing Emotion from Business"30:47 Purpose Found in Helping Others37:27 "Happiness Comes From Within"41:59 "Finding Happiness Amid Toxicity"48:05 "Miscommunication Resolved Through Dialogue"51:11 Communication Growth and Therapy Reflections54:33 "Social Media's Impact on Behavior"01:02:32 "Compound Growth: $695k to Millions"01:11:01 "Planning Future Security and Freedom"01:14:30 "Growth, Respect, and Reflection"01:17:28 "Reflections on Unfiltered Insights" Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

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In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie talks with Tyler Nelson, Master HVACR, Business Development Manager, Sales Manager - Americas, Global Trainer, at Sauermann Group, about his new book, Combustion Analysis: The Essentials, and the Fundamentals of Combustion Testing. Tyler explains how technicians can better understand oxygen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, excess air, and efficiency readings, and how to use those numbers to diagnose and adjust systems properly. The conversation covers light off, steady state, and high fire conditions, fuel selection in combustion analyzers, and how proper adjustments can improve system performance and save money. Gary and Tyler also discuss why combustion testing is a thinking person's skill and how using the right data can help technicians work smarter and deliver better results for their customers. In this conversation, Tyler talks about the core basics of combustion and why understanding the numbers is key to proper diagnostics. He explains oxygen levels in fresh air, carbon monoxide limits at light off and steady state, and how carbon dioxide is calculated inside a combustion analyzer. Gary and Tyler discuss testing at low fire, mid fire, and high fire on modulating equipment, and why selecting the correct fuel setting matters. They also cover excess air, stack temperature, and how small adjustments can improve efficiency and save customers money. The episode highlights the importance of thinking through the data and using combustion testing as a true diagnostic tool in the field. Expect to Learn: How to understand oxygen, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide readings during combustion testing. What happens at light off, steady state, and high fire on different types of equipment? Why is selecting the correct fuel in your analyzer is critical for accurate results? How excess air and stack temperature affect efficiency and system performance. How small adjustments can improve efficiency, reduce fuel use, and help technicians diagnose problems with confidence. Episode Highlights:  [00:00] - Intro to Tyler Nelson & His New Book in Part 1 [01:32] - Book Purpose: A Field Reference, Not Memorization [03:44] - Combustion Basics: O2, CO, and CO2 Explained [09:06] - Why CO2 is a Calculated Reading, Not a Sensor [11:04] - Troubleshooting Modulating Systems at Different Fires [15:49] - Efficiency Explained: Stack Temperature & Fuel Savings   This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/ Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse!   Follow the Guest Tyler Nelson, Master HVACR on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-nelson-master-hvacr-9a8a981b/ Sauermann Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sauermann-group/    Get Tyler Nelson's Book: Tyler's book Combustion Analysis: The Essentials is available now. If you want a practical, field-ready guide to combustion testing and diagnostics, grab your copy here:

Send a textJoin us for the 5th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they've faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health.In this conversation, Steven Wilkes shares his experiences as an EOD technician in the Army, discussing the challenges and triumphs of his military career. He opens up about his struggles with mental health, the impact of suicide within the EOD community, and his journey towards recovery. Steven emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health issues and breaking the stigma surrounding therapy in the military.Support the showClick here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send a textJoin us for the 6th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they've faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health.In this conversation, Jeffrey Dawson shares his experiences as an Army veteran, discussing his military service, mental health struggles, and the therapies that have helped him cope. He emphasizes the importance of community support, the impact of suicide on both military and civilian friends, and his journey with PTSD and TBI. Dawson encourages others to be vulnerable and seek help, redefining success beyond the rigid standards often associated with military life.Support the showClick here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send a textJoin us for the 4th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they've faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health. In this conversation Chris shares his unique experiences in the military, including his time at the White House and his emotional journey dealing with the challenges of his profession. He discusses the importance of mental health, coping mechanisms like acting and writing, and offers advice to fellow EOD technicians who may be struggling. Chris emphasizes the need for continuous learning and self-improvement in both military and personal life.Support the showClick here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send a textJoin us for the 8th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they've faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health.In this conversation, John Clem shares his journey as an EOD technician, highlighting his military career, personal struggles with alcohol and mental health, and the importance of community support. He emphasizes the significance of therapy and reaching out for help, especially in the wake of suicide and mental health challenges faced by veterans. John encourages others to share their experiences and seek support, reinforcing that everyone's journey is valid and deserving of attention.Support the showClick here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send a textJoin us for the final interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they've faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health.In this conversation, Jerry Shelton, a retired Air Force EOD technician, reflects on his 30-year career, discussing the evolution of his service from the Cold War to modern conflicts. He emphasizes the importance of camaraderie in the EOD community and shares his personal experiences with mental health, trauma, and coping strategies. Shelton advocates for community support and open communication among veterans, highlighting the significance of connection in overcoming struggles. He also discusses the benefits of transcendental meditation and encourages others to reach out for help, promoting a message of resilience and optimism in the face of challenges.Support the showClick here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send a textJoin us for the 3nd interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they've faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health. In this conversation, Ron Minton, a member of the United States Navy and EOD tech, shares his experiences and insights on resilience, community, and mental health challenges faced by service members. He discusses the importance of support systems, coping strategies, and the impact of loss and suicide within the military community. Ron emphasizes the need for self-care and encourages others to seek help while redefining the concept of success and failure in their lives.Support the showClick here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send a textJoin us for the 2nd interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they've faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health. In this conversation, Jerron Clark shares his experiences as a Navy EOD technician, highlighting the importance of teamwork, personal growth, and mental health awareness. He discusses his deployments, the challenges of leadership, and the significance of seeking help for mental health struggles. Jerron emphasizes the need for open communication and support within the military community, particularly regarding mental health issues such as PTSD and TBI.Support the showClick here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send a text Join us for the first installment in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they've faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health. In this episode, Jeff speaks candidly about mental health, the warning signs friends may notice before you do, and the vital work of After the Long Walk in building community and advancing suicide prevention efforts. Support the showClick here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send a textJoin us for the 7th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they've faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health.In this conversation, Ray White shares his journey as an Army EOD technician, discussing his resilience, mental health struggles, and the impact of suicide within the military community. He emphasizes the importance of seeking help, daily practices for mental well-being, and the need for purpose after service. Through his experiences, he offers valuable insights into overcoming trauma and supporting others in similar situations.Support the showClick here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today! https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

O Aos Fatos desta sexta-feira (20) destaca o julgamento histórico das big techs nos Estados Unidos e o debate sobre a responsabilização civil das plataformas digitais. Durante o programa Três Pontos, a ação movida contra a Meta, em Los Angeles, foi apontada como um marco na discussão sobre regulação das redes sociais. 

Confira no Jornal da Record News desta quinta-feira (19): traficante do Comando Vermelho pula no mar, mas é preso em lancha em Cabo Frio, no Rio de Janeiro. Lula defende a regulamentação de big techs em viagem oficial à Índia. Presidente diz que inteligência artificial pode colocar democracia em risco. E mais: panela de pressão explode e deixa funcionárias feridas em escola de Belo Horizonte, em Minas Gerais.

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The transition from tractors to reel mowers, relief grinding, bass fishing and autonomous equipment. Trent covers plenty of topics with Bellerive (Missouri) Country Club equipment Louis Weems.

**DEAR LISTENER** There was an issue with one of our mics this episode. It created a rubbing sound that is heard on and off throughout the episode which we weren't able to figure out until very late in the recording process. Our apologies. Episode is still chock full of great info though, as Jazz always is! What Is This Episode - Top of Show . JAZZ TANGCAY, VARIETY ARTISANS EXPERT! . Who Stunned at the CDG Awards? - 3:37 Jazz

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie talks with Jason Walker, National Trainer at HVAC Masters of the Hustle. They discuss entrepreneurship, content creation, and the mindset behind building a brand in the trades. Jason shares how he earned his nickname through sales success and explains the lessons he learned from outsourcing installs and taking on too many podcast sponsors. Gary and Jason also talk about the freedom of business ownership, the challenges of starting out on your own, and the power of creating consistent content to grow your name and opportunities in the HVAC industry. Gary and Jason talk about building a name in the HVAC industry through hard work, business ownership, and content creation. Jason explains how he earned the nickname J Dub Moneymaker and how it shaped his brand, even when facing criticism. They discuss the freedom and stress that come with running your own company, including lessons Jason learned from outsourcing installs and taking on too many podcast sponsors. Gary shares his experience moving from residential to commercial work and the mistakes he made starting out on his own. They close by highlighting the importance of consistent content, learning from failure, and staying true to your values in the trades.   Expect to Learn: How Jason earned the nickname J Dub Moneymaker and built his brand in the HVAC industry. The pros and cons of business ownership and the freedom it can bring to family life. Lessons learned from outsourcing installs and the challenges that came with it. Why taking on too many sponsors can hurt a podcast and turn listeners away. How consistent content creation can grow your reputation and open new opportunities. Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Intro to Jason Walker in Part 02 [00:57] - HVAC installs as art and Alex Ivy LED influence [02:10] - Origin of "J Dub Moneymaker" nickname [04:57] - Redefining "hustle" in the trades [06:43] - Gary's biggest failure: waiting too long [07:45] - Jason's failures: outsourcing & over-sponsoring [11:31] - Gary's installation mistake: lack of prep & help [14:40] - Why content creation matters for recognition [19:09] - First viral video & platform preferences [20:34] - Wrap-up & closing thoughts This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/ Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse!   Follow the Guest Jason Walker on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-walker-626409201/  Website:  HVAC Masters of the Hustle: https://hvacmastersofthehustle.com/  Follow the Host: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/  Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/

Convidada: Carolina Rossini, especialista em Direito da Tecnologia, professora na Escola de Direito na Universidade de Boston e diretora de Programas de Tecnologia de Interesse Público na Universidade de Massachusetts. Duas das maiores empresas de tecnologia do mundo foram colocadas no banco dos réus pela Justiça da Califórnia, nos Estados Unidos. Meta, dona do Instagram, e Alphabet, controladora do YouTube, são acusadas de, conscientemente, programar os algoritmos de suas plataformas para viciar os usuários, principalmente crianças e adolescentes. TikTok e Snapchat foram incluídos inicialmente no processo, mas fecharam acordo com a acusação. Quem levou o caso à Justiça é uma jovem de 20 anos, identificada pelas iniciais K. G. M. Segundo a ação, ela criou uma conta no YouTube aos 8 anos e abriu perfil no Instagram aos 9 – rede social onde, afirma, chegou a passar mais de 16 horas conectada em um único dia. Já adulta, ela foi diagnosticada com problemas graves de saúde mental. A tese da acusação compara o funcionamento das plataformas ao da indústria do tabaco e descreve o scroll infinito como uma espécie de “cassino digital”. As empresas negam. O caso é o primeiro desse tipo a ser analisado por um júri popular nos Estados Unidos. Para explicar o que está em jogo neste tribunal, Natuza Nery entrevista a especialista em Direito da Tecnologia Carolina Rossini. Professora na Escola de Direito na Universidade de Boston e diretora de Programas de Tecnologia de Interesse Público na Universidade de Massachusetts, ambas nos EUA, ela responde sobre o que se sabe a respeito do funcionamento dos algoritmos e se há relação entre isso e a dependência de redes sociais. Ela avalia ainda como resultado do julgamento pode influenciar outras ações, dentro e fora dos Estados Unidos.

Relief work offers flexibility and higher earning potential, but it comes with unique financial considerations. In this episode, Meredith covers the core money basics relief vets and techs should have in place.Organizing your finances as a relief vet or techPlanning for quarterly taxes for 1099 incomeRetirement options for self-employed relief vets and techs (Solo 401k, SEP IRA)Using relief work to support sabbaticals and flexibilityStudent loan strategy basics, including reducing adjusted gross incomeInterested in vet-specific financial planning? Learn more or schedule a free intro call at allvetfinancial.com

Thanks to our Partners, Pico Technology and AutelWatch Full Video EpisodeMatt answers listener emails about oscilloscope aliasing—what it is, whether all scopes can do it, and how it can trick you into diagnosing failures that aren't real. Using a “pegboard and golf tees” mental model, he explains how a digital storage oscilloscope samples voltage, stores it in memory, and then reconstructs what you see on-screen. The key takeaway: aliasing isn't magic, it's math—specifically the relationship between sample rate, timebase, and memory buffer. He also explains why some scopes (especially Snap-on) behave differently than Pico-style workflows, and how misunderstanding that screen-to-buffer relationship can create fake-looking “dropouts.”Who This Episode Is ForAnyone using a handheld/PC-based automotive DSO (Pico, Snap-on, Autel, etc.)Techs chasing intermittent cutouts, crank/cam dropouts, injector events, CAN glitchesAnyone who has ever said: “The waveform looked wrong… but the fix didn't fix it.”Key Topics CoveredWhat aliasing is (in plain language): the scope fails to accurately reconstruct the waveform you're testing.Can all oscilloscopes alias? The spicy answer is yes, they all can—especially digital scopes—depending on setup and limitations.Analog vs. digital (audio analogy): Digital sampling is like digital audio—there are “samples,” and reconstruction depends on how well you capture the real signal.The “pegboard model” for DSO operation: Up/down holes = voltage levels (vertical resolution). Left/right holes = time positions (sample points in memory). The scope measures voltage, then “plants a peg” in memory and connects the dots.Vertical resolution vs. time performance: 8-bit can look stair-steppy. 12/16-bit improves vertical accuracy. But most real-world failures come from time-domain limitations (sample rate + memory dynamics)Sample rate vs. buffer size (why scopes “fall apart”): Put too little time on screen → not enough samples to define the signal. Put too much time on screen → scope rejects/skips samples because the buffer can't hold it all. Either way: the displayed waveform can become fiction.How aliasing creates “phantom dropouts”: Gaps that look like crank sensor dropouts or reluctor issues. Can send you straight into the diagnostic swampWhy Pico changed the game: Early Pico automotive scopes stood out because they brought big memory buffers to real shop problems. Capture longer events accurately, then zoom in for detailSnap-on screen/buffer behavior is different (and people get burned): Snap-on scope often shows a “window” into a buffer (buffer bar flying across). You don't “zoom in like Pico”; you effectively set detail first, capture the event, then zoom out to find it and return to your detail level. Misunderstanding this is a common cause of “dropouts” that are really aliasing/misuseThe Big TakeawaysAliasing can make a good tech chase a bad story.The waveform on-screen is an interpretation, not a photograph.Know your scope's strengths: Some are built for speed, some for memory, some for both—but your settings decide your fate.If you're hunting an intermittent: Your success depends on matching: expected event speed, sample rate, memory depth, the scope's display/buffer behavior.Practical “In-the-Bay” TipsIf the trace shows perfectly suspicious gaps: question your timebase, question your effective sample rate, verify with a different capture strategy (less time on screen, more sample rate, different scope mode)Don't trust a dropout unless: it repeats consistently under the same conditions, and you can capture it without stretching timebase beyond what your scope can support.Learn...

Not the most eventful weekend of wrestling, but a lot to discuss none the less!TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro & Start of Show03:05 - Bo Bassett vs Brandt Harer Match Not Happening11:55 - Is Jax Forrest Going In The Postseason?28:20 - Penn State NIL Revenue?32:04 - Ohio State Beats Iowa 24-936:20 - Fishback/Arnold OT Takedown49:25 - Undefeated Guys53:50 - Penn State/Michigan & Rest of the Weekend58:00 - Rutgers Upsets Minnesota01:09:45 - Buchanan Techs Yazdani, Iowa Rolls at Ranking Series01:16:40 - RAF 7 is Gonna Rock!Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com.BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

Send a textWhat does it take for a 70-year HVAC company to break free from a look that blends into the crowd? We sit down with Rowell, a third-generation business, to explore the bold leap from familiar red-and-blue to a disruptive identity built around deep green, hi-vis orange, camo, and a proudly local mascot named Gage the duck. Keeping the family name preserved decades of trust, while everything else changed to stand out on roads, in feeds, and across new markets.We open up about the real questions owners wrestle with: Will customers still recognize us? Will the team buy in? Is the timeline and cost worth it? Rowell shares the turning points—meeting a rebrand partner who pushed beyond a “logo refresh,” choosing a look their technicians actually love to wear, and sequencing the rollout so operations didn't stall. The result wasn't just a sharper presence; it was a culture shift. Techs wear the brand with pride, the community takes notice, and word-of-mouth rides on trucks that can't be missed.You'll hear practical, field-tested advice on when to rebrand versus refresh, how to prioritize high-visibility assets like fleet wraps and uniforms, and why going all in creates a clean before-and-after story the market understands. We also talk strategy for growth beyond a small hometown service area—how a distinct brand lowers the cost of attention in new ZIP codes and fuels faster adoption. If you've been stuck in safe visuals or debating a change, this conversation maps the mindset, steps, and payoffs that move a legacy business into its next chapter.If this story gives you ideas for your own brand, subscribe, share with a colleague who needs the nudge, and leave a review with the one change you'd make first.If you enjoyed this chat From the Yellow Chair, consider joining our newsletter, "Let's Sip Some Lemonade," where you can receive exclusive interviews, our bank of helpful downloadables, and updates on upcoming content. Please consider following and drop a review below if you enjoyed this episode. Be sure to check out our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram. From the Yellow Chair is powered by Lemon Seed, a marketing strategy and branding company for the trades. Lemon Seed specializes in rebrands, creating unique, comprehensive, organized marketing plans, social media, and graphic design. Learn more at www.LemonSeedMarketing.com Interested in being a guest on our show? Fill out this form! We'll see you next time, Lemon Heads!

Send us an inquiry through a text message here!Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies discuss a whole panel of interesting cases, the AVMA potentially sugar coating the cost of veterinary school, how a former vet tech can confidently return to vet med after being away for 7 years, and more!Do you have a question, story, or inquiry for The Veterinary Roundtable? Send us a text from the link above, ask us on any social media platform, or email theveterinaryroundtable@gmail.com!Episodes of The Veterinary Roundtable are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube!Timestamps00:00 Intro03:31 Pits and Peaks14:32 Case Collections33:10 Listener Inquiries55:36 Outro

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister for Tektonic HERE!In this episode, Jeff is joined by Josh Whiteman to discuss his role as an instructor with Garage Gurus which offers automotive training. Josh talks about the importance of ongoing education and adapting diagnostic processes to real-world conditions. They also speak on industry challenges, from technician pay structures to fostering a culture of compassion and mentorship within workshops.Timestamps:00:00 Life as a Full-Time Instructor10:30 "Importance of Transparent Auto Repair"15:43 "Skill Gaps and Training Challenges"16:51 Trade Education Builds Knowledge24:59 "Learning Through Osmosis Everywhere"27:55 "Efficient Module Testing Insights"33:15 "Diagnostic Tools and Strategies"38:41 Resistance Testing Flaws and Tools45:37 Managing Customer Expectations52:13 "Flat Rate Tech Efficiency"55:39 "Pay Over Hours: A Debate"01:01:36 "Listening vs Distraction at Work"01:07:29 "Dealing with Difficult Techs"01:14:32 Engine Diagnostics and Pressure Analysis01:16:09 "Practical Testing and Tools Guide"01:22:00 "A-Techs vs. Specialists: Shop Roles"01:28:16 "Free Training Event Explanation" Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

Barry and Ernest are back and discuss Apple's strong results, Microsoft and Meta's mega-capex splurge, and Brookfield Asset management's new CEO Connor Teskey. 0:00- Intro7:20- Apple's record iPhone sales11:48- Apple's memory and chip constraints16:35- Microsoft's Azure miss20:10- Big tech returns on AI capex22:01- Meta's motivations for AI25:48- Brookfield Asset Management's new CEO

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie talks with John Anderson, Senior Regional HVAC Technical Trainer at Sila Services and former Service Manager and Technician at Burns & McBride Home Comfort. They discuss the shift away from using manifold gauge sets in favor of digital probes and low loss fittings. John explains how modern tools can reduce system contamination, improve accuracy, and speed up processes like charging and evacuation. The conversation also explores the benefits of apps like MeasureQuick for diagnostics and training. Gary and John highlight how smart tools and good habits lead to better HVAC service and fewer callbacks. Gary and John talk about working without manifold gauge sets and how using digital probes can make HVAC work faster, safer, and more accurate. John shares how most residential jobs can be done without a manifold and explains why probes, low loss fittings, and proper charging tools are more efficient. They discuss best practices for recovery, evacuation, and charging while avoiding leaks and damage. John also explains how apps like MeasureQuick help techs understand system issues faster and more clearly. They wrap up by stressing the value of training, good habits, and using the right tools to reduce callbacks and improve system performance.   Expect to Learn: Why digital probes can replace manifold gauge sets for most HVAC jobs. How to charge systems using tees, ball valves, and liquid charging adapters. The risks of overtightening service valves and how to avoid damage. Why MeasureQuick helps techs find system issues faster and more clearly. How smart tools and better habits reduce callbacks and boost performance.   Episode Highlights:  [00:00] - Intro to John Anderson in Part 02 [01:16] - Topic intro: Not always gauging up [03:44] - Probes vs. manifolds debate [05:09] - Digital manifolds & modern tool preferences [08:27] - Future of HVAC tools: probes with low-loss fittings [10:42] - Real example: Bluetooth probes catching tech error [13:48] - Using Measure Quick for deeper diagnostics [18:54] - Time efficiency & preventing callbacks [21:35] - Wrap-up & plans for future talk   This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/ Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse!   Follow the Guest John Anderson on:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-anderson-188093251/   Sila Services: https://www.linkedin.com/company/silaservices/   Burns & McBride Home Comfort: https://www.linkedin.com/company/burns-&-mcbride-home-comfort/    Website:  Sila Services: https://www.silaservices.com   Follow the Host: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/  Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/

Ken Shreve and Ed Carson walk through Wednesday's market action and discuss key stocks to watch in Stock Market Today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CONHEÇA A EMPIRICUS + E APROVEITE ALTA DO IBOVESPA:  No novo episódio do Empiricus Podcast, analisamos em profundidade a queda do dólar, a decisão do Fed de manter os juros e os resultados das Big Techs, temas que dominam o mercado financeiro e influenciam diretamente os investimentos em 2026.O dólar em queda chama a atenção em um momento em que a bolsa americana segue em máximas históricas. Isso é um movimento típico de risk-on, uma reação à política monetária ou uma mudança de regime no mercado global? O que um dólar fraco significa para ações americanas, mercados emergentes, commodities, ouro e prata?Falamos também sobre a semana decisiva dos Bancos Centrais. O Fed manteve os juros nos Estados Unidos, enquanto o Copom sinalizou a possibilidade de corte da Selic em março. Como essas decisões impactam o câmbio, a Bolsa brasileira, a bolsa americana e a alocação entre Brasil e exterior?Na temporada de resultados das Big Techs, analisamos os números de Microsoft, Meta, Apple e Tesla, a reação do mercado às ações de tecnologia e o que esperar das Big Techs nos próximos trimestres.No quadro Compra ou Vende, debatemos ouro, prata e Amazon, além da dica cultural da semana.

Sales Is You vs You: Why Most Techs & Salespeople Lose Before the Call Starts | Scott Sylvan BellMost sales conversations are lost long before the technician or salesperson ever walks into the home. In this episode, Sam Wakefield sits down with Scott Sylvan Bell to break down the internal habits, mindset gaps, and self-leadership failures that quietly sabotage sales performance before the call even begins.This isn't about scripts, closes, or objection handling. It's about the inner game — discipline, preparation, emotional control, and personal standards — and why sales is ultimately a battle with yourself, not the homeowner.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy most techs and salespeople lose the sale before the appointment startsHow lack of self-leadership shows up in sales resultsThe internal habits that quietly sabotage confidence and consistencyWhy mindset, discipline, and preparation matter more than scriptsHow to stop fighting homeowners and start mastering yourselfThe difference between external excuses and internal responsibilityResources & Links

Futuros sobem em NY com techs e IA enquanto ouro dispara. Comece seu dia com todas as informações essenciais para a abertura da bolsa com o Morning Call da Genial! O time da Genial comenta sobre as bolsas asiáticas, europeias e o futuro do mercado americano, além da expectativa para os mercados de ações, câmbio e juros. O Morning Call da Genial é transmitido, de segunda a sexta, às 8h45. Ative as notificações do programa e acompanhe ao vivo!

Investidores ampliam apostas em guinada mais branda da política monetária do Fed.

Mercados aguardam decisão do Fed e balanços das big techs. Comece seu dia com todas as informações essenciais para a abertura da bolsa com o Morning Call da Genial! O time da Genial comenta sobre as bolsas asiáticas, europeias e o futuro do mercado americano, além da expectativa para os mercados de ações, câmbio e juros. O Morning Call da Genial é transmitido, de segunda a sexta, às 8h45. Ative as notificações do programa e acompanhe ao vivo!

Après une semaine sous le signe de Donald Trump, une semaine à guetter ses interventions, ses speechs et ses discours, il semblerait que les choses se calment. Pour le moment. Le Président semble vouloir laisser le champ libre à la FED qui va prendre la main pour nous parler des taux. Pas sûr que ça … Continued

Want to know how your residents really feel?Watch the door swing open when a maintenance tech walks in.In today's Multifamily Operations Tip of the Day, Mike Brewer puts the spotlight where it belongs — on the most under-celebrated, yet most impactful member of your onsite team: the service technician.It's not the leasing agent.It's not the community manager.It's the person with the tool bag and shoe covers.Resident sentiment is shaped in those quiet, unscripted moments when life is disrupted by a broken faucet, a faulty HVAC, or a leaky fridge. How your tech enters, greets, and resets the space says everything about your brand. Shoe covers? Respect. Friendly hello? Warmth. Clean up after the fix? Professionalism.Mike's message is clear: every micro moment is a brand-building moment.Service techs are your frontline. They carry your reputation into every home.They deserve training, support, recognition, and most of all, gratitude.If you're serious about five-star reviews and long-term resident retention, start by celebrating the people who make homes livable.If this message resonates, like the video, subscribe, and tag a service team member who deserves the spotlight.Blog: https://www.multifamilycollective.comSupport comes from: https://www.365connect.com/?utm_campaign=mmnHosted by: https://www.multifamilymedianetwork.com

Industry veteran Bruce Alexander of Ransomes Jacobsen joins Trent for a comprehensive conversation spanning two continents about equipment, cutting units and other technical topics.

Most shop owners think their hiring problem is a technician shortage. According to Matthew Strom, founder of AutoShop Media, the real issue is visibility, messaging, and how shops present themselves in a crowded market.In this episode of Maximum Octane, Jason Patel sits down with Matthew to unpack what is actually working in automotive marketing and technician recruitment right now. Matthew shares how his company shifted from customer marketing to technician hiring in 2020, why most job ads blend into the noise, and how shops can stand out without massive budgets or polished production.The conversation digs into why proof matters more than promises, how video has become the most effective hiring tool, and why technicians respond to clarity over buzzwords. Matthew explains how data from thousands of ads reveals what technicians actually care about, from pay structure and growth paths to shop culture and leadership consistency.They also explore the hidden leaks in most hiring processes, including missed interviews, slow follow-ups, and unclear expectations that push good candidates away. Matthew outlines simple changes shops can make today to improve response rates, treat applicants like customers, and build a hiring system that works even in competitive or rural markets.Tune in to episode 135 of Maximum Octane If you are struggling to attract or retain technicians, or you feel like your marketing efforts are not converting.Episode Takeaways:04:30 Why desperation during COVID led to a smarter hiring strategy06:50 Why proof beats polished marketing in today's attention economy09:50 What video ads communicate that job descriptions never can11:35 How to restructure job ads so technicians actually read them14:20 Why unclear pay plans kill motivation before day one18:55 The data behind why social media outperforms job boards for hiring22:25 How algorithm training impacts who actually sees your ads25:50 Why long interview processes cost shops their best candidates30:30 What shops in rural or competitive markets must do differently38:05 Three immediate changes every shop can make to improve hiring resultsConnect with Matt Strom:FacebookAuto Shop Media websitePhone: 760-990-1692Email: support@autoshopmedia.comLet's connect:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookEmail: info@maximumoctane.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is powerful because it focuses on the importance of soft skills, such as communication and conflict mitigation, that all service employees need to be trained to understand the importance of Soft Skills in the Trades. The company's reputation can be destroyed by one bad service call. The results of poor people skills can undo thousands of hours, if not years of hard work, when it could have all be avoided with some soft skills training.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC, then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support.Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc.—where you'll learn from the nation's most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NEC training you'll actually remember.Visit https://FastTraxSystem.com to learn more.

This episode is powerful because it focuses on the importance of soft skills, such as communication and conflict mitigation, that all service employees need to be trained to understand the importance of Soft Skills in the Trades. The company's reputation can be destroyed by one bad service call. The results of poor people skills can undo thousands of hours, if not years of hard work, when it could have all be avoided with some soft skills training.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC, then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support.

This episode is powerful because it focuses on the importance of soft skills, such as communication and conflict mitigation, that all service employees need to be trained to understand the importance of Soft Skills in the Trades. The company's reputation can be destroyed by one bad service call. The results of poor people skills can undo thousands of hours, if not years of hard work, when it could have all be avoided with some soft skills training.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC, then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support.

Virtual contrast supervision is now permanent under CMS rules starting January 2026. Discover how medical centers are training imaging technicians safely, integrating compliant audiovisual platforms, and using this shift to expand access and reduce costs. Read more at https://www.contrast-connect.com/blog/contrast-media-and-reactions ContrastConnect City: Las Vegas Address: 309 Queens Gate Ct Website: https://www.contrast-connect.com/

This show has been flagged as Clean by the host. In our next look at the game mechanics for Civilization V we examine the topic of Science and how to win a Science victory. This is something that has been in Civilization from the very beginning, but in Civilization V there are some changes worth addressing. Playing Civilization V, Part 7 Science In most respects this is not all that different in Civ 5. Most of the techs are the same, there is a tech tree that is pretty similar, and you need to keep up in Science for any victory condition you are seeking. You may want to just beat your enemies into submission, but if you are using Chariots while they have Tanks, you aren't going to have success. But also it is obvious that if you are going for a Science victory, you need to really focus on this. So many of these tips should be followed for any victory condition, but should be mandatory if you are going for a Science victory. The mechanics of researching technologies is that you have to accumulate a certain amount of Science to discover a new technology, but this amount goes up over time, so you have be continuously looking to increase your output of Science to keep up. for instance, one of your first Techs would be Pottery, which has a cost of 35 Science. But in your Capital city you get 3 Science from your Palace, and let's say you have a population of 2, so you are generating 5 Science per turn. That means you will research Pottery in 7 turns. But the Education tech costs 485 Science, Astronomy costs 780, Scientific Theory costs 1650, Plastics 4700, and Particle Physics 6000. These are all key techs to advance your Science to a Science Victory. So you can see that you need to be continually increasing your Science. To start with, Population=Science. You get one Science for every one point of population. That does not, however, mean that you need to have a lot of cities to get there. 4-5 well developed cities are quite sufficient, and adding more cities can cause Unhappiness problems. Since higher population itself can cause Unhappiness there is no good reason to add to the problem. Buildings The next boost you can give to Science is by building city improvements. The first, which comes early in the game, is the Library, which is available once you research Writing. A Library boosts the Science output of a city by one Science for every two citizens (roughly a 50% boost, rounded down), so building those early pays off. Because advancing through the tech tree is a process of accumulating Science, the earlier you can get these boosts the better. The other population-based boost is the Public School (available when you research Scientific Theory), which also boosts Science by one for every two citizens, and also offers a Specialist slot for a Science Specialist. And since more population means more Science, the Granary (available when you research Pottery) is a good building because it helps to grow your population. There is one other building worth mentioning which is the Observatory (available when you discover Astronomy). It doesn't depend on population, but on location. You have to have a city that is located directly next to a Mountain to build this, but it adds 50% to the Science output of the city. Mountains are otherwise useless (unless you are the Incas), but if you want a Science boost and happen to see good location (the ideal spot is an isolated mountain that is not part of a mountain range so you don't lose farming and mining production) this can be great boost. Scientist Specialists You can at a certain point take some of your citizens out of the farming and mining and turn them into Specialists, but you have to have a slot for them, and those slots come in buildings as well. We've already mentioned Public Schools providing one slot. Universities (available when you discover Education) provide 2 slots, as well as boosting the city output of Science by 33%. The other Science building, which comes late in the game, is the Research Lab (available when you discover Plastics) which adds another Specialist slot, plus 4 Science, and then adds 50% to the Science Output of the city. It comes too late to help much in most of the Tech Tree, but is essential to research the Space techs, which are very expensive. Wonders The first one to try for is the Great Library. It gives you a free Library in the city, +3 Science per turn, and a free tech. Use the free tech to get an expensive tech like Philosophy. Oracle provides 1 Great Person Point per turn towards a Great Scientist. Hanging Gardens provides +6 Food per turn (boosting your population), and a free Garden which boosts your Great Person Points by 25%. Leaning Tower of Pisa increases your Great Person Points by 25% in all cities, plus a free Great Person of your choice when you build it. Porcelain Tower gives you +50% from Research Agreements, plus a free Great Scientist. and Hubble Space Telescope provides two Great Scientists, a free Spaceship Factory in the city where it was built, and +25% production for spaceship parts. All of the above are World Wonders, which means you are in competition with other players to build them, and only one player can be successful in each case, so you won't get them all. You can sometimes rush a World Wonder by “chopping”, i.e. using your workers to cut down Forests for added production, but you need to have high production cities to build Wonders in general. There is one National Wonder to focus on, though, the National College. Every player can build their own version of any National Wonder. The National College can be built only when you have a Library in every one of your cities. Your strategy should be to build it as soon as possible, so don't build more than 3-4 cities before you get to this. It gives you +3 Science, plus an increase of 50% in the Science output of the city you build it in. Great Scientists As you work on your Science you will accumulate Great Person Points towards getting a Great Scientist. Some wonder produce Great Person Points, and all of your Science Specialists produce Great Person Points as well. As these add up you will suddenly see a Great Scientist appear. In the early game, the best thing to do is use this Great Scientist to build an Academy. Move the GS to any tile within your city and create the Academy there. It will yield at least +8 Science, bu there are also modifiers that can add to that. The alternative which is better later in the game is to use the Great Scientist to get a free Tech discovery. The reason is that early in the game that +8 Science is very significant, and it can accumulate over time. Combine that with things like an Observatory and a University that increase the city output and it can add up nicely over time. But by perhaps the Medieval Era, and certainly the Renaissance Era, you start running out of time for that accumulation. Meanwhile, the techs have gotten so expensive that a free Tech is the better option. Research Agreements These become available once you research Education. You have to have a Declaration of Friendship with the other player to create one. You each put a certain amount of gold into the pot to fund the research, and after a period of time (usually 30 turns) you each get an amount of Science from it. The way it is calculated is based on the partner that produced the least amount of Science during the agreement. From a science standpoint if you are ahead in Science it probably won't benefit you to enter into the agreement. But it does build your relationship with the other player so I wouldn't avoid them altogether. If you are behind in Science it can help you, of course. Policies and Ideologies Given that you should probably be building tall (4-5 cities) instead of wide (8-12 cities), it makes sense to start out with Tradition instead of Liberty. But once you get to the Renaissance you will want to enable the Rationalism tree to maximize your Science. When you get to Ideologies, you have a choice to make. Ignore Autocracy as that is not a Science-oriented choice. If you have 3-5 cities, Freedom is the best Ideology because Specialists require less food (Civil Society), and have reduced Unhappiness (Universal Suffrage). With a wide strategy (more than 5 cities) Order starts to look better. Getting Worker's Faculties will give +25% Science from every Factory. Exploration and Techs Exploration is generally a good idea for a variety of reasons, but one to focus on here is the effect of meeting other players. In the first place, if you find other players who have researched techs you do not yet have, you can trade for them. You do this whenever possible. Remember, the other players will all be trading with each other anyway, so if you don't participate you will simply fall behind. If you have a nice tech and can trade it to just two other players, you will jump up two techs along the tech tree, and that can be huge. If you hold onto it as a secret, some other player will research it, and they will trade it and get that boost instead. So trade whenever you can. Another advantage is that when you discover that another player has a tech you don't have yet, your cost to research it goes down. Trade This is the next Science boost we will cover. when you set up a trade route with either another player or a City-State, one of the benefits can be an increase to your Science. The main benefit of trade routes is money, at least the way I play, so I will always start by looking for the best addition to my Treasury, but if I can choose between equivalent monetary rewards but one trade route offers more Science I might prefer that if I am going for a Science victory. Choosing an Empire There are many Empires you can play, and some of them are oriented to a Science victory. The two obvious choices are Babylon and Korea. Babylon gets a free Great Scientist when you discover Writing, which is very early, so you should use it to put down an Academy. And it earns Great Scientists 50% faster. Korea's advantage comes from +2 Science from all specialists and from all Great Person tile improvements, plus you get a tech boost each time a Science building or wonder is built in the Capital. Of course, you can win a Science victory with any Empire if you are careful about leveraging your Empire's strengths. For example, Venice and Portugal can rake in the gold in huge amounts, and you can buy a lot of stuff that way. Or with the Celts you generate a ton of Faith, and that can be used to buy buildings and Great Scientists with the right Social Policies. Conclusion This is just a quick overview of the Science path, and there is always more to learn. If you really want to dive into the Science options and get a Science Victory, the Civilization Fanatics site has a pretty good strategy guide at https://forums.civfanatics.com/threads/science-victory-guide-any-difficulty.530940/. Links: https://forums.civfanatics.com/threads/science-victory-guide-any-difficulty.530940/ https://www.palain.com/gaming/civilization-v/playing-civilization-v-part-7/ Provide feedback on this episode.

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1238:  Ford is promising eyes-off driving by 2028. But back in the bays, finding top-tier techs is still a $160K challenge. OpenAI wants to be your new health co-pilot with ChatGPT Health.Show Notes with links: https://www.autonews.com/ford/an-ces-2026-ford-doug-field-panel-0107/“Eyes off the road” is Ford's new promise—and it's coming sooner than you might expect.Ford announced an “eyes-off” driving system launching in 2028, debuting on its new Universal EV Platform.The platform will support up to 8 affordable EVs, including a $30K midsize pickup.AI assistant coming to the Ford and Lincoln app in 2026 and vehicles like Expedition and Navigator in 2027.Ford is vertically integrating hardware and software to reduce driver-assist system costs by 30%.“Too many companies have outsourced the whole soul of their machines…we chose a more difficult task,” said Doug Field, Ford's Chief EV, Digital, and Design Officer.https://www.wsj.com/business/autos/the-160-000-mechanic-job-that-ford-cant-fill-fe6fd121?mod=autos_news_article_pos3Let's talk about the $160K Ford Mechanic Job No One Wants. Ford has 5,000 open service bay jobs, some paying over $120K. But techs say the path to get there is grueling and costly—with few making it to the top.Ted Hummel, a Senior Master Tech in Ohio, made $160K in 2025—but it took over a decade to reach.Entry-level techs often start under $10/hr and must invest tens of thousands in tools and training.The “flat rate” pay system rewards speed, not hours worked—but also means zero pay when work is slow.Physical strain is intense; many leave the profession due to injury before reaching top pay.“A bay with a lift and tools and no one to work in it,” said Ford CEO Jim Farley, calling it a nationwide crisis.https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-health/ChatGPT Enters the Health Chat: OpenAI is rolling out ChatGPT Health, a new experience designed to help users navigate health information more confidently—by connecting medical records and wellness apps securely to AI.Over 230 million people use ChatGPT weekly for health and wellness questions.The Health experience is separate from general ChatGPT chats, with extra layers of privacy and encryption.Users can link data from apps like Apple Health, MyFitnessPal, and Function for more personalized advice.Medical info stays isolated within Health and is not used for training models.Built with input from 260+ physicians, it's designed to support, not replace, clinical care.“It helps you understand patterns over time—not just moments of illness,” OpenAI said in the announcement.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

professorjrod@gmail.comPreparing for the CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam requires more than just chasing icons—it demands a deep understanding of how Windows truly works. In this episode, we explore the technician mindset that transforms scattered Windows settings into a navigable system you can confidently manage under exam pressure. Whether you're part of a study group or preparing solo, this guide offers essential tech exam prep strategies and IT skills development tips to help you tackle the root causes of issues, not just the symptoms. Get ready to elevate your technology education and pass your CompTIA exam with confidence.We start with user-controlled fundamentals: accounts and permissions, privacy toggles for microphones and cameras, and the hidden power of time and region settings that keep authentication, certificates, and cloud sync from falling apart. Accessibility gets a full treatment as a must-have in schools, healthcare, and government, and we show how File Explorer—extensions and hidden items enabled—becomes your lens for real troubleshooting. From there we shift into system behavior: Advanced System Settings for performance and recovery, why Windows Update is a security boundary, and how Plug and Play, Device Manager, and driver hygiene keep hardware predictable.Then we connect local Windows to the cloud. You'll get a practical map for choosing between local installs and SaaS, verifying digital signatures and hashes, honoring licensing and compliance, and diagnosing sync problems through identity, permissions, and bandwidth. We explain how single sign-on and identity synchronization cut help desk load while raising the bar for accurate time and policy alignment. Along the way, we use clear A+ exam strategies—watch for words like first and most likely—to select the smallest, safest change that explains the symptoms.If you're preparing for CompTIA A+ Core 2 or sharpening your day-to-day support skills, this walkthrough helps you think like a technician: start simple, map issues to the right layer, verify the fix, and document. Subscribe, share with a fellow test taker, and leave a review telling us your favorite Windows fix that saves the day.Support the showArt By Sarah/DesmondMusic by Joakim KarudLittle chacha ProductionsJuan Rodriguez can be reached atTikTok @ProfessorJrodProfessorJRod@gmail.com@Prof_JRodInstagram ProfessorJRod

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister for Tektonic HERE!In this episode, Jeff welcomes back Sherwood Cook II of Royalty Auto. Sherwood talks about the challenges he's had with technician recruitment and stresses the importance of inspiring young techs through programs like their Junior Technician Night. Jeff and Sherwood also talk about industry-wide issues with parts quality, availability, and the increasing difficulty of repairs. Their conversation highlights how these factors impact shops and customers.Timestamps:00:00 Preserving the Legacy & Striving for Excellence00:33 Christmas Break & Personal Reflections02:21 Surviving Canadian Winters: Funny Stories03:30 Junior Tech Night: Growing the Next Generation04:48 New Stations & Engaging Kids in the Trades05:55 Making Electrical Training Fun for Kids07:19 Spotting Future Superstars at Tech Night09:03 Giveaway Stories: Toolkits, Nerf Guns & Kids Negotiations13:00 The Decline of Hands-on Skills & Why It Matters16:20 Trades Skills Shortages: Opportunities and Concerns18:41 The Role of AI: Is It Replacing Technicians?20:14 Shop Pricing, Value, and Why Craftsmen Stand Out27:04 OE vs. Aftermarket Parts: Quality and Supply Issues32:06 Parts Availability Crisis: ABS Modules & TipM Odds36:17 Aftermarket Solutions: Salvaging Unrepairable Cars42:08 TRP Parts: Challenges with Used Components46:32 The Hackers Behind Module Repairs: Sharing Knowledge51:11 True Value in the Repair Industry: Pricing Your Work54:39 Learning to Charge Appropriately for Your Service59:11 Side Work: Garage Repairs vs. Shop Experience1:01:46 Shop Insurance & Customer Protections1:03:17 Nuggets for Shop Owners: Value, Markup, & Relationships1:08:06 Building Value: Pickup, Washes, Roses & More1:11:42 Price vs. Craftsmanship: Which Arena Will You Play In?1:18:14 Goals for 2026 & Launching a Training Website1:20:11 Training Events: Vision, Asta, and Promotion Strategies1:29:22 Social Media's Role: Reaching the Next Wave of Techs1:33:20 Never Stop Learning: Lessons for Young and Veteran Techs1:34:57 Final Messages: Legacy, Responsibility, and Growth Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

The holidays don't just change schedules...they change mindsets, customer behavior, and the entire rhythm of the trades. And most techs don't realize how much the season is influencing their decisions… until it costs them. In this episode of Windshield Time, Chris and Brandon break down the psychological pressure of November–December and how it quietly causes techs to slip: cutting corners, assuming customers won't buy, projecting their own holiday stress, and mistaking emotion for emergency. This is not a "holiday tips" episode. It's a psychology-of-the-season masterclass for every tech, manager, and owner. Inside you'll learn: Why techs unknowingly lower their standards during the holidays How old memories, family routines, and financial stress shape job performance The holiday complacency trap: attire, parking, shortcuts, skipping steps Why "nobody spends money in December" is a myth—and a dangerous one How customer emotions heighten urgency, objections, and irrational decisions Why defining "real emergencies" protects tech morale (and company sanity) Tactical ways managers can set expectations before the season hits How awareness + process = professionalism—even under pressure This episode helps you keep your edge when emotions, expectations, and urgency are at their highest. Because the holidays don't change the job…They change the people doing the job.

Want to double your ticket average without being pushy? Get access to real-time sales training, scripts, and role-play coaching inside the Blue Collar Closer community — join today before the next live Q&A drops: https://wastenoday.pro/BCC Join the Waste No Day! Facebook group: https://wastenoday.pro/FBgroup   Luke Martin is a garage door professional who built his business from scratch - starting with a truck loan, a credit card for inventory, and zero mechanical background. Known for being an “eternal learner,” he taught himself websites, marketing, accounting, hiring, and operations as he grew the business, eventually selling it and joining A1. Today, as the Chief Operating Officer of A1 Garage Doors, he focuses on technician success, leadership, and building a culture of growth and continuous improvement. In this episode, we talked about growth mindset, sales training, technician culture, scaling, AI innovation...