x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

HVAC Know It All Podcast

Gary McCreadie - Licensed Refrigeration/HVAC Technician

The HVAC Know It All Podcast, hosted by HVAC and Refrigeration tech Gary McCreadie, is an industry leading show that focuses on education within the HVAC and Refrigeration Trade - Such as HVAC Maintenance Tips.

business careers

All Episodes

18:37

How HVAC Owners Can Fix Broken Ops and Build Smarter...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/04/15

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with Andrew Blair, Director of Product and Market Development at Helix Earth and Advisor / Angel Investor at various startups, the conversation dives into the journey of scaling an HVAC and commercial refrigeration business from early scrappy operations to a multi-million dollar company. Andrew Blair is an experienced HVAC and commercial refrigeration professional who

en-us

18:36

How HVAC Owners Can Fix Broken Ops and Build Smarter...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/04/15

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with Andrew Blair, Director of Product and Market Development at Helix Earth and Advisor / Angel Investor at various startups, the conversation dives into the journey of scaling an HVAC and commercial refrigeration business from early scrappy operations to a multi-million dollar company. Andrew Blair is an experienced HVAC and commercial refrigeration professional who

en-us

24:31

What Causes HVAC Compressor Failure? Installation Oil...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/04/14

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie is joined by Matthew Waxer, HVAC/R Mechanic at Kilmer HVACR Services Inc, to discuss how to prevent compressor failure through proper installation, service, and maintenance practices. Matthew explains how many compressor failures are caused by system issues like poor brazing, incorrect sizing, and a lack of proper oil return. The conversation covers key factors such as nitrogen purging, moisture control, and the impact of short

en-us

21:43

Healing from Emotional Trauma in the Trades to Become...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/04/09

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie continues his conversation with Adam Gordon, Director of Service and Maintenance, Mechanical Division at Orella Group Inc, in the Mental Health series. Adam speaks openly about how past trauma shaped his need for attention and validation, and how that showed up in his life and on social media. He talks about learning to manage those habits by focusing on fitness, discipline, family time, and building positive routines. Adam also

en-us

22:20

HVAC Business Owners Fail Without Field Experience to...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/04/08

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with Andrew Blair, Director of Product and Market Development at Helix Earth and Advisor / Angel Investor at various startups, to explore the journey from growing up in a family-owned HVAC business to becoming a key operator in a commercial refrigeration company. The conversation dives into the realities of the skilled trades, the growing talent shortage, and the

en-us

18:23

HVAC Business Owners Fail Without Field Experience to...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/04/08

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with Andrew Blair, Director of Product and Market Development at Helix Earth and Advisor / Angel Investor at various startups, to explore the journey from growing up in a family-owned HVAC business to becoming a key operator in a commercial refrigeration company. The conversation dives into the realities of the skilled trades, the growing talent shortage, and the

en-us

19:53

This Plumber Faced Death, Depression, and Revenge...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/04/06

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie continues the mental health series with guest Adam Gordon, Director of Service and Maintenance, Mechanical Division at Orella Group Inc. In Part 1, Adam shares his life story and speaks openly about the trauma he has faced, including witnessing a close friend die in a tragic accident, losing family members, and making the difficult decision to remove life support from his father. He explains how years of grief, family struggles,

en-us

18:23

HVAC Invoicing Fixes for Service Techs to Reduce Cash...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/04/02

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with Austin Wendel, Owner at Accounting 4 Trades. Austin shares valuable insights on managing cash flow, invoicing efficiently, and using smart marketing strategies to grow a successful trade business. From service agreements to financial systems, this episode covers key strategies that every small business owner should consider for long-term success. With extensive

en-us

21:34

HVAC Techs Can Zone Any Brand Without Bypass or...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/30

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie talks with Christopher Rystedt, Technical Sales and Trainer at Airzone Control, about air distribution and zoning with VRF and inverter systems. In Part 2, they discuss common applications such as hotels and residential homes, and how zoning can work with multiple brands and system types. Christopher explains how modern zoning avoids bypass dampers by adjusting fan speed and system capacity based on demand. They also cover

en-us

20:10

How Airzone Quietly Fixed the Biggest Problem in HVAC...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/27

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie is joined by Christopher Rystedt, Technical Sales and Trainer at Airzone Control, to discuss VRF and VRV zoning and how it applies to air distribution systems. Christopher explains how zoning can be used with inverter-driven equipment to deliver precise comfort by controlling airflow to individual spaces using modulating dampers and smart controls. The conversation covers how Airzone integrates with over 200 HVAC brands through

en-us

24:33

Moisture in POE Oil Permanently Damages HVAC Systems...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/25

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie welcomes Jim Bergmann, President of measureQuick and Director of New Product Development at Redfish Instruments Inc, to discuss system cleanup after moisture contamination and compressor burnouts. Jim explains why moisture in POE oil cannot be fully removed with evacuation and highlights the importance of using filter dryers and proper procedures. The conversation covers real-world scenarios such as water entering a system and the

en-us

24:47

The Credit Score Secrets for New HVAC Owners to...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/25

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with Austin Wendel, Owner at Accounting 4 Trades, who shares valuable insights from his experience in the trades industry, guiding entrepreneurs on how to properly set themselves up financially before taking the leap into business ownership. Austin Wendel is a seasoned business owner in the trades industry, with years of experience helping others navigate the challenges

en-us

20:42

HVAC Maintenance Strategy for Techs to Prevent...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/20

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, about practical HVAC maintenance and system checks. In Part 2, they discuss how technicians can use observation, temperature measurements, and airflow checks to evaluate a system before connecting gauges. John explains simple ways to estimate evaporator performance using return

en-us

21:39

The Static Pressure Test for HVAC Techs to Improve...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/18

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie is joined by John Anderson, Senior Regional HVAC Technical Trainer at Sila Services, Formerly Service Manager and Technician at Burns & McBride Home Comfort, to discuss spring HVAC maintenance and the key checks technicians should perform before the cooling season begins. John shares practical methods for inspecting systems using visual checks and technician senses such as sight, sound, smell, and touch to identify problems early

en-us

18:56

How HVAC Owners Can Fix Pricing and Increase Net...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/18

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with financial expert Ruth King, Founder and CEO of Financially Fit Business and CEO of Business Ventures Corporation to discuss how contractors can build sustainable profitability by focusing on the right financial metrics. Rather than obsessing over traditional profit margins, Ruth explains why net profit per billable hour is the metric that truly matters and how

en-us

20:23

How HVAC Contractors Can Fix Bookkeeping and...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/11

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with financial expert Ruth King, Founder and CEO of Financially Fit Business and CEO of Business Ventures Corporation. They talk about the importance of understanding your finances as a contractor, especially when you're starting to scale your business. Ruth King is a seasoned business advisor who specializes in helping contractors get their finances in order. With years

en-us

22:23

This HVAC Technician Built a $1.2M Business and Still...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/05

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero talk with Jason Julian, Small Business Owner at Julian Heat & Air, President at J.G.Wholesale LLC and VP of Operations at Affordable Air McCallum LLC. Jason shares his incredible journey from a difficult personal period of recovery and incarceration to becoming a successful HVAC business owner. Through determination and a passion for the HVAC industry, Jason transformed his life

en-us

21:03

The Mental Health Struggles for Tradesmen to Survive...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/05

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie wraps up his chat with Ilija Martinovich, about mental health in the trades and the personal struggles he faced over the past six years. Ilija shares his experience navigating COVID, a bladder cancer diagnosis, divorce, and the pressure of supporting his children while working as an essential tradesperson. He opens up about dark moments, the stigma around men speaking up, and how therapy, exercise, better habits, and honest

en-us

25:29

Why So Many Blue-Collar Men Stay Silent about Mental...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/03/02

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie sits down with Ilija Martinovich to launch a year-long mental health series focused on the trades. Ilija shares his personal journey through the past six years, including working through COVID as an essential worker, being diagnosed with bladder cancer, going through a divorce, and raising his children during a very stressful time. He speaks openly about the dark thoughts he faced, the pressure of staying strong as a father, and

en-us

19:15

HVAC Techs Are Skipping Critical Tests That Cause...

HVAC Know It All Podcast ·

2026/02/26

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

en-us

572 results

Similar Podcasts

TaxTalent.com The Golden Rule Podcast

Adam Golden

TaxTalent.com Podcast

Tony Santiago

Handelsblatt Crime - spannende Streitfälle der deutschen Wirtschaft

Ina Karabasz, Solveig Gode, Sönke Iwersen

Deffner und Zschäpitz – Der Wirtschafts-Talk von WELT

WELT

Black Box - La scatola nera della finanza

Guido Brera e Gian Luca Comandini -...