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Mini-Split Heat Pump MAGIC! Interview with Mark Kuntz of Mitsubishi Heating & Cooling Nov 06, 2012

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Today we talk with Mark Kuntz of Mitsubishi Heating & Cooling about the latest and greatest in heat pump technology (that you can use in Montana) and the many applications of ductless mini-split HVAC systems.

HOW TO STAY DRY: interview with Lew Harriman, moisture control maven Oct 03, 2012

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Today we talk with Lew Harriman, director of research at Mason-Grant (www.masongrant.com) and author of such books as The Dehumidification Handbook, Measured Home Performance, and ASHRAE Humidity Control Design Guide, about the impending doom of buildings around the world, and how to stop it.

Appraising the Value of Home Performance: interview with Michael Hobbs, Appraiser and Early Adopter Jul 31, 2012

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Today we talk with Michael Hobbs (SRA/LEED GA), president of Pahroo Appraisals and Consultancy and member of the Appraisal Institute, about the root of the problem of appraising home performance, energy efficiency, and 'green' features in a home.

HERS Rater Overlord 2: interview with Brett Dillon, godfather and gadfly of the system Jul 13, 2012

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Today we talk with Brett Dillon of IBS Advisors and the RESNET Chair of both Standards Development and Technical Committees, about new developments for HERS Raters. Brett has a problem with authority, which makes him very likable, and he actually is the authority, which makes him intimidating (and us confused).

Performance Genius 2: interview with Gord Cooke, superstar of selling high performance homes Jun 29, 2012

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Today we talk with guru Gord Cooke of Building Knowledge and EEBA about how to get super-duper rich doing a fantastic job at building, retrofitting, and selling home performance. "When I grow up, I want to be Gord Cooke." -Corbett Lunsford, Host

Science is Magic: interview with David B. Goldstein, brilliant building technology researcher and author of 'Invisible Energy' May 22, 2012

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Today we talk with David B. Goldstein, author of the book Invisible Energy, energy program co-director at the National Resource Defense Council, award-winning physicist, and all around nice guy. His insight into the mortgage crisis, homeowner propaganda, and analyzing the housing market as a system are fascinating.

Built Like a Tank: interview with Texas Homebuilding Superstars Travis Pate and John Harmon Apr 24, 2012

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Today we talk with Travis Pate of Texas Classic Homes and John Harmon, a HERS Rater with Thermo Dynamic Insulation about how to build an awesome home, and why they're more successful at it than run-of-the-mill builders.

Upgrades Everywhere: interview with Sam Rashkin of the Dept. of Energy Mar 21, 2012

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Today we talk with Sam Rashkin again, this time as the Chief Architect for the DOE's Building Technologies Program and the author of the new book Retooling the U.S. Housing Industry: How It Got Here, Why It's Broken, How To Fix It.

HVAC with MORE Science! Interview with Dennis Stroer of Calcs-Plus Mar 02, 2012

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Today we talk with the uncomprable Dennis Stroer again about the finer points of HVAC design, dewpoint, warm climate subtleties, and the future of the industry. Dennis is the founder and President of Calcs-Plus in Venice, FL (www.calcs-plus.com).

The Contractor is King: interview with Rick Helwig of DNR Construction Jan 27, 2012

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Today we talk with Rick Helwig, founder of one of the biggest weatherization contracting firms in the Midwest. His crew of 75 full time employees is an awesome mix of family business with large-scale organization, and of high performance science with Chicago-style practicality.

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