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HPAC On The Air
Hosted by hpac · business · EN
About this Podcast:
Since 1929, HPAC Engineering magazine has been a leading industry indicator, in print and, for the last 20 years, online, as well. Now, through these podcasts, we aim to bring you even greater multimedia insight, market data, unique stories, and helpful tips from a variety of respected voices in our multibillion-dollar market. ln regular episodes of roughly 15 minutes or less, HPAC ’On The Air’ will offer actionable intelligence to help your business survive and thrive in these most extraordinary and historic times. This podcast is produced by HPAC Engineering magazine, part of Endeavor Business Media’s portfolio of publications. It is hosted and edited by Editor-in-Chief Rob McManamy, aided by staff. Artwork by Art Director David Eckhart. For more info on HPAC Engineering’s unique package of content for the HVACR marketplace, please visit ＜a href=”https://www.hpac.com”＞www.hpac.com＜/a＞.
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What is HPAC On The Air about?
Since 1929, HPAC Engineering magazine has been a leading industry indicator, in print and, for the last 20 years, online, as well. Now, through these podcasts, we aim to bring you even greater multimedia insight, market data, unique stories, and helpful tips from a variety of respected voices in our multibillion-dollar market.
What has HPAC On The Air covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Decarbonizing Existing Buildings, with ASHRAE's Sarah Maston" (20 October 2026, 31 minutes), "Remembering September 11, with Rob McManamy" (7 September 2026, 5 minutes), and "Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: The Sequel, with Nick Espinosa" (15 August 2026, 28 minutes).
How often does HPAC On The Air publish?
HPAC On The Air publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 16 minutes across 89 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on HPAC On The Air?
Booking probability for HPAC On The Air is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. HPAC On The Air requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. HPAC On The Air's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch HPAC On The Air?
The strongest fits for HPAC On The Air are Architecture & Engineering and Electrical, Plumbing & HVAC Contractors. HPAC On The Air has a business audience.
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HPAC On The Air is a business podcast with 89 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #88
Remembering September 11, with Rob McManamy
Sep 7, 20265 minEDITOR'S NOTES: Our New York-born editor recalls being in Washington DC on that fateful morning 25 years ago. He will never forget what he saw or how he felt on 9/11, as history seemed to rewrite itself every hour. This...
- Aug 15, 202628 min
Online 'security fanatic' Nick Espinosa returns to HPAC On The Air with a sobering and compelling update on the accelerating explosion of AI and machine learning, and what engineers and contractors can do to protect...
- Aug 3, 20265 min
EDITOR'S NOTE: From wildfires and data centers to A.I. and IEQ, engineers have that rare opportunity in today's complex society to actually be part of the solution.
- Jul 1, 202620 min
The executive director of the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors (NBBI) sits down to tell us how the boiler industry is handling new technologies, pushing for broader certifications and recruiting...
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- Jun 16, 202629 min
HPAC On The Air welcomes Elise Kiland, Liz Jedrlinic, and Drew Samuels, the top three leaders of Young Engineers in ASHRAE. Join us for this lively discussion of the unprecedented challenges and opportunities now facing...
- Jun 4, 20265 min
As we approach this momentous 4th of July at this extraordinarily fractious time, let us rededicate ourselves to serving this industry, and each other, with "integrity, civility, and courage." And let the...
- May 18, 202629 min
Lots are going on this spring at the American Boiler Manufacturers Association (ABMA), and President and CEO Scott Lynch returns to 'HPAC On The Air' to update us on all of them. From BOILER Expo 2026, held earlier this...
- May 4, 20267 min
As global conflicts and domestic political dysfunction continue to roil markets with tariffs, inflation and overall uncertainty, industry economists still see strength and resilience among the chaos. But for how long?
- Apr 15, 202625 min
In a challenging environment, healthy buildings advocates are still riding post-pandemic momentum to push indoor air quality initiatives, especially at the state and local level, that will improve occupant health and...
Episode #79
Springtime For A.I., with Rob McManamy
Apr 4, 20265 min*PODCAST* Whether you like it or not, artificial intelligence is part of this industry now and its impact is being felt more and more each day. Where is your firm on this journey? Listen to HPAC Engineering's latest...
Episode #78
ENERGY STAR Gets a New Home, by Rob McManamy
Mar 19, 20267 minThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced last spring that it was considering ending or privatizing its popular, 30-year-old program for promoting energy efficiency in buildings and products across the...
- Mar 2, 202628 min
Engineering technology is now at a "watershed moment," says the Smart Cities guru. Artificial intelligence is already performing more than just administrative tasks at design firms, notes Doherty. The last remaining...
Episode #76
BIG Show Recap, with AHR Expo's Nicole Bush
Feb 16, 202629 minIn the wake of our industry's massive turnout in Las Vegas for AHR Expo 2026, we talk to the event's director of marketing about what was new and surprising this year and what attendees and exhibitors can expect to see...
- Feb 1, 20265 min
This month's editorial essay bids farewell to beloved commissioning engineer, Ron Wilkinson, creator of The Adventures of Johnny Tundra: Cold-Weather Engineer, and perhaps the only film critic who ever focused...
Episode #74
The Winding Road Ahead, with Rob McManamy
Jan 16, 20266 minAs we enter 2026 and prepare for our industry's biggest annual tradeshow, AHR Expo, which coincides next month with ASHRAE's Winter Conference in Las Vegas, there is palpable anxiety in the air on multiple fronts. The...
- Dec 15, 202527 min
Expanding on her current HPAC cover story, the renowned IAQ expert, architect, and medical doctor tells us why this post-pandemic moment offers "a golden opportunity" for improving both the health of our buildings and...
Episode #72
Breathing Easier, with Rob McManamy
Dec 2, 20255 minAs the year draws to a close, HPAC's editor takes stock of the progress, promise, and "golden" opportunity now fueling the potential for generational change in indoor environmental quality.
- Nov 16, 202525 min
Energy efficiency and decarbonization have dominated the HVACR stage in recent years, but ASHRAE's 2025-26 president is determined to turn the spotlight on IEQ before building owners forget the lessons of the pandemic.
Episode #70
Navigating a Data Desert, with Rob McManamy
Nov 2, 20256 minWith the government shutdown now in its second month, industry economists find themselves in an unusually precarious situation. This fall, forecasters are trying to make predictions for 2026 without the benefit of their...
Recent guests
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Nick Espinosa
host of the Deep Dive Radio Show, The Deep Dive Radio Show
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Scott Lynch
former Director of Athletic Medicine, American Boiler Manufacturers Association
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Paul Doherty
architect, technologist, and global leader in smart infrastructure, Quincy Parks Department
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Stephanie Taylor
author of 'I'm Going to Be a Princess', Alzheimer's Alliance of Smith County
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