Best Pvf Podcasts (2025)

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PVF Championship and Season Recap 1:04:49

20d ago1:04:49

1:04:49

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over the PVF Championship that happened this past weekend in Las Vegas. Omaha, Indy, Atlanta, and Orlando went head to head to claim the highly coveted $1 million prize, and we break down the semifinals and final. With the 2nd PVF season coming to an end, Sarah and Adam run through a bit of an analysis of the l…

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Women's VNL Preview and Roster Breakdown 1:13:05

6d ago1:13:05

1:13:05

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look ahead at what to expect from the Women's VNL competition, starting June 3. The USA roster had a lot of people talking, and we take a look at the selections that were made, who was potentially snubbed, and how we think things will go for this new squad this season compared to the rosters submitted by ot…

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Long Beach State Dominates UCLA to Win 4th NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship 41:12

17d ago41:12

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we are jumping in a little earlier than usual to cover the NCAA men's volleyball championship. Long Beach State dominated all weekend long, earning the program's 4th national title in a definitive 3-0 victory over UCLA in the final. If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line o…

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How Wholesalers Can Harness the Power of AI with Matco-Norca's Amy Zucchi-Justice 24:07

24d ago24:07

24:07

In our latest episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is joined by Amy Zucchi-Justice, director of marketing for Matco-Norca! The company is a supplier of globally sourced, code-compliant plumbing and PVF products for use in residential, commercial and industrial applications. With a hands-on approach and a creative mindset, Amy has built a ca…

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NCAA Men's Championship & PVF Championship Previews 1:07:06

27d ago1:07:06

1:07:06

In this episode of Volley Talk, we look ahead to both the NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship and the PVF Championship, which are happening this weekend. The field is set for both events, and we throw out our predictions on how the weekend will go down. Pro leagues are wrapping up overseas, the CEV Women's Champions League Final Four was played in I…

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Hawai'i Takes Down Long Beach State for Big West Title, Conegliano Wins 7 in a Row in Italy 1:20:01

1M ago1:20:01

1:20:01

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the NCAA men's conference tournaments that happened this past weekend with a particular focus on the incredible match between Hawai'i and Long Beach State for the Big West title. The stage is set for the NCAA tournament, but the lingering question is, who will get the 2 at-large bids?? The Italian A1 Women…

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LOVB Finals and an Analysis of the Inaugural Season 1:19:44

2M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss all things LOVB. The inaugural season wrapped up this past weekend with the LOVB Finals in Louisville. There were some very exciting matches played, and "upset" seemed to be the word of the weekend. With the season now behind us, Sarah and Adam talk about different aspects of the league. What went well? Wh…

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Wild Week in NCAA Men's Volleyball, PVF Omaha Supernovas Make a Statement Against Orlando 1:20:12

2M ago1:20:12

1:20:12

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the PVF playoff battle happening as the regular season winds down, in particular the matchup between the Omaha Supernovas and the Orlando Valkyries. Also, in a wild week of NCAA men's volleyball, USC and Pepperdine put on a good show, and we break down the first of two matches they played. The LOVB regular…

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"Know What You Bring to the Table" with mSupply’s Mary Jo Hann 23:15

2M ago23:15

23:15

In our latest Off the Cuff episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is joined by Mary Jo Hann, Vice President of Enterprise Marketing for mSupply (formally known as Marcone), a $2 billion distributor to the HVAC, plumbing, appliance parts, commercial kitchen and pool/spa industries. With a staff of 15, Mary Jo oversees marketing for 12 individu…

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#5 UC Irvine Sweeps #1 Long Beach State, LOVB Atlanta Feeling Good Heading into Playoffs 1:10:28

2M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the match between LOVB's top 2 teams, Atlanta and Houston. Houston has had Atlanta's number all season, but Atlanta picked a good time to turn the table and fight back. Also, #1 Long Beach State suffered their first loss of the season at the hands of Big West rival UC Irvine, which makes the remainder of c…

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LOVB Madison Battles into 3rd Place, PVF Indy Ignite Blanks Supernovas in Omaha 1:10:39

2M ago1:10:39

1:10:39

In this episode of Volley Talk, take a look at the very interesting 5-set match between then-third-place teams LOVB Madison and LOVB Salt Lake. We also dive into the PVF match between number 1 Omaha Supernovas and the Indy Ignite, who recently lost top scorer Leketor Member-Meneh to a season-ending injury. The race is on in LOVB, PVF, and for the N…

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"The Air Came to a Stop" with Ryan Kiscaden and ACCA President and CEO Barton James 17:51

2M ago17:51

17:51

A new season of the Off the Cuff podcast is here! In our latest episode, PHC News Editor Steve Smith, author and HVACR marketer Ryan Kiscaden, and Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) President and CEO Barton James are discussing Kiscaden's new children's book, "The Air Came to a Stop." Released last fall, the book is designed for childre…

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Vakifbank Takes Down Fenerbahçe in a Golden Set, Olympiacos Stuns Jastrzebski in 5 1:14:39

3M ago1:14:39

1:14:39

In this episode of Volley Talk, we focus on Champions League. The men's quarterfinals got underway, and the women's semifinals are now set. 3 Italian teams and 1 Turkish team will battle it out in Istanbul for the 2025 title. Madison is clawing their way up the LOVB ranks, Omaha and Orlando are flip-flopping for that number 1 PVF spot, and Sarah & …

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PVF's Vegas Thrill Continues to Struggle, Women's Champions League Quarters Start with 4 Sweeps 1:01:24

3M ago1:01:24

1:01:24

In this episode of Volley Talk, we dive into the women's Champions League Quarterfinal matches, with a closer look at Milano vs Eczacibasi and Łodz vs Scandicci. We may be seeing some Golden Sets this week! Also, Vegas Thrill drops a 4-setter to the Indy Ignite, sparking questions about the trajectory of the team and who should be on the floor. Con…

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LOVB Madison is Back on the Winning Track, #15 Lewis Takes Down #7 Loyola Chicago in 4 1:10:10

3M ago1:10:10

1:10:10

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about Madison's back to back wins over the weekend, in particular their 3-0 over a disjointed Austin team. Lewis looked really good in their Midwestern matchup vs Loyola Chicago and executed a really good serve and blocking strategy. Champions League men's quarterfinal matchups are set, we take a look at seve…

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LOVB Houston Handles Omaha 3-0, Columbus Fury is Moving Up the PVF Ranks 1:09:44

3M ago1:09:44

1:09:44

In this episode of Volley Talk, we break down the LOVB Houston match vs LOVB Omaha. Houston was looking a little fatigued, but took care of business 3-0. Also, the Columbus Fury have seemed to hit their stride in the PVF, posting back to back wins and surpassing the San Diego Mojo in the rankings. Adam introduces us to a new game, Champions League …

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#2 UC Irvine Outlasts #5 USC 26-24 in 5th, Conegliano Sweeps Milano in Coppa Italia Final 1:06:14

3M ago1:06:14

1:06:14

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the absolute slug-fest that was NCAA men's UC Irvine vs USC. There was not an ounce of defense to be seen, but it was impressive nonetheless. We also mix things up a little bit and turn our attention overseas to the classic Conegliano vs Milano match-up in the A1 Women's Coppa Italia final. The PVF All-Sta…

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#9 Stanford Hands #4 Hawai'i Their First Loss of the Season, Jordan Thompson Comes Up Big for LOVB Houston 1:16:12

4M ago1:16:12

1:16:12

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the back to back NCAA men's series between #4 Hawai'i and #9 Stanford. Spoiler alert: they split the series, and Hawai'i lost its unbeaten record. We also take a look at the LOVB Texas Showdown between Houston and Austin. Mary Wise announces her retirement from Florida after 34 years at the helm of the …

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Pritchard Makes the Difference in 5-Set Grand Rapids PVF Win, #3 UCLA Gets Revenge on #13 Ohio State 1:16:44

4M ago1:16:44

1:16:44

In this episode of Volley Talk, we break down the Grand Rapids Rise's 5-set victory over the Orlando Valkyries in the PVF. We also dive into the NCAA men's rematch between UCLA and Ohio State that happened in Columbus over the weekend. Ohio State dethroned UCLA from their #1 AVCA ranking a few weeks ago. There is some huge news coming out of Lincol…

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LOVB Omaha Beats Madison with Balance, San Diego Deals Indy Their First Loss of the PVF Season 59:21

4M ago59:21

59:21

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a close look at the LOVB Omaha vs LOVB Madison match, and discuss what happened in the Indy Ignite's first PVF loss of the season. Sarah & Adam answer some listener questions, play a fun round of Level of Concern, and share what has been happening in NCAA men's volleyball this week! If you have questions for …

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#5 BYU Takes Two 5-Set Wins Over #6 Ball State, Franklin Shines in LOVB Madison Win Over Salt Lake City 1:06:51

4M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look at some NCAA men's volleyball and LOVB, in particular BYU vs Ball State and LOVB Madison vs Salt Lake City. Sarah Franklin carried a big load for Madison, and a late substitution for BYU was the turning point they were looking for against Ball State. Yet another professional volleyball league is enteri…

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Strong LOVB Debuts By Mruzik & Skinner, Omaha Survives a 5-Set PVF Battle at Home vs Atlanta 53:53

5M ago53:53

53:53

In this episode of Volley Talk, we do a side by side comparison of the LOVB and PVF pro volleyball leagues after having watched some matches from each one. We also break down the LOVB Houston vs Austin match and PVF Omaha vs Atlanta. The transfer portal is still popping off, NCAA men's volleyball preseason is in full swing, and we address a couple …

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NCAA Volleyball Transfer Portal Always Brings The Drama, LOVB & PVF Season Previews 55:46

5M ago55:46

55:46

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look at the NCAA Volleyball Transfer Portal with a particular focus on "Big News," the biggest poachers, and programs that have lost A LOT of athletes. Also, with 2025 right around the corner, a little LOVB and PVF preview is in order. Sarah and Adam take some time to answer some listener questions, and pla…

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Penn State Defeats Louisville 3-1 to Win 2024 NCAA Women's Volleyball Championship 59:03

5M ago59:03

59:03

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the NCAA Women's Volleyball Final Four. We do deep dives into all of the matches from the weekend, including Pitt vs Louisville, Penn State vs Nebraska, and the big Penn State vs Louisville final! A huge congrats to Penn State on earning their 8th National Championship! If you have questions for us or t…

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NCAA Women's Volleyball Final Four is Set. An ACC or B1G Champion Will Be Crowned 1:07:39

6M ago1:07:39

1:07:39

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the NCAA Volleyball Tournament Regionals and what to expect from the Final Four matchups. Sarah and Adam dig deep into each of the 4 Regional Finals matches and give recaps of each Regional Semifinal match. How is NCAA Women's Volleyball season coming to an end already?! If you have questions for us or …

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NCAA Volleyball Tournament Rounds 1 and 2 Deliver Excitement and Some Surprises 1:05:15

6M ago1:05:15

1:05:15

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the NCAA Volleyball Tournament Rounds 1 and 2. There were some big upsets and some nail-biting, down-to-the-wire matches, and we go through most of them. Also, Sarah and Adam break down the PVF Draft and answer some listener questions in another round of Volleyball 101. If you have questions for us or t…

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#1 Pitt Beats #3 Louisville for ACC Championship, #4 Penn State Forces #2 Nebraska to Share B1G Title 1:10:26

6M ago1:10:26

1:10:26

In this episode of Volley Talk, we do a deep dive into the battles for the ACC and Big 10 Championships. Pitt claims the ACC crown outright with a 3-1 win over Louisville, while Penn State stuns Nebraska in 4, handing the Huskers their first Big 10 loss of the season and forcing them to give up a share of the Big 10 Conference title. The NCAA Champ…

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#2 Nebraska Completes Season Sweep of #6 Wisconsin, #15 Georgia Tech Struggles to Finish ACC Season Strong 46:03

6M ago46:03

46:03

In this episode of Volley Talk, we get real about Wisconsin's lack of performance against Big 10 rivals Nebraska in the Huskers' straight-forward sweep of the Badgers in Lincoln. This was the first time that Nebraska had a season sweep over Wisconsin in 12 years! Sarah and Adam take a closer look at Georgia Tech after the Yellow Jackets' back to ba…

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Florida Steals #2 SEC Spot From Missouri, AVCA Announces 14 POY Semifinalists 43:40

7M ago43:40

43:40

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a closer look at the 5-set, high stakes SEC match-up between #21 Florida and #25 Missouri. Sarah and Adam also break down the AVCA's National Player of the Year Semifinalist list, and give a little Volleyball 101 lesson for newer volleyball fans who want to increase their knowledge of the rules and terminolog…

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#7 Wisconsin Destroys #3 Penn State, What is Going on With Minnesota and Kansas? 48:47

7M ago48:47

48:47

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the highly anticipated match between #7 Wisconsin and #3 Penn State. There was a lot of excitement and speculation about how Wisconsin would respond following their 3-0 loss to Nebraska last week. Spoiler alert: it was a blood bath. Sarah and Adam do analyses on both Minnesota and Kansas following both tea…

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Upset Week in the Power 4 Conferences, #2 Nebraska Stuns #7 Wisconsin in 3 46:12

7M ago46:12

46:12

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the numerous upsets that happened throughout the Power 4 conferences last week. Only the Big 12 was spared. Also, the Wisconsin White Out turned into a 3-0 shutout in favor of Nebraska as the Cornhuskers took care of business in a fan favorite Big 10 matchup. Texas is probably hitting the panic button righ…

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Live from PHCC CONNECT 2024 with Brady Kroll 25:29

7M ago25:29

25:29

During PHCC CONNECT 2024, PHC News Editor Steve Smith sat down with Brady Kroll, who represented the United States at the 2024 WorldSkills Competition this September in Lyon, France! Tune in as they discuss Brady's experience participating in the plumbing and heating competition, how he trained for the event, why he entered the skilled trades, and …

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#1 Pitt vs #4 Louisville Did Not Disappoint, Setting Woes for #7 Texas in Loss to Texas A&M 48:28

7M ago48:28

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the highly anticipated match between ACC and NCAA powerhouses Pitt and Louisville. We also take a look at #7 Texas' upset loss at home to unranked Texas A&M. The NCAA released its Top 16 list, Adam and Sarah play a game of "Fill in the Blank," and just how many players are on this National Player of the Ye…

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#8 Kansas Survives Sunflower Showdown, Penn State's Izzy Starck is the Real Deal 43:56

7M ago43:56

43:56

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss two exciting 5-set matches- the Sunflower Showdown between the #8 Kansas Jayhawks and the Kansas State Wildcats, as well as #3 Penn State vs Ohio State. Verify or Veto makes its debut on Volley Talk, and should Minnesota really be ranked #14?? If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to exp…

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#1 Pitt Falls to SMU, Beason Needs to Play 6 Rotations for Nebraska 38:20

8M ago38:20

38:20

Welcome to Volley Talk! We are so excited to share our love of volleyball with you! In this episode, we break down two 5-set thrillers from this past week- #1 Pitt vs #15 SMU and #2 Nebraska vs #10 Purdue. Also, back row attacking is BACK and Sarah has some questions about teams' defensive choices. If you have questions for us or topics you would l…

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Understanding the Bigger Picture with HARDI's Talbot Gee 29:04

8M ago29:04

29:04

Earlier this year, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell and HARDI (Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International) CEO Talbot Gee discussed the current landscape in HVACR distribution. Tune in as they go over key trends shaping the HVACR market today, HARDI's primary initiatives, how the organization is actively engaging with i…

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All Things PHCC CONNECT 2024 with PHCC—National Association CEO Cindy Sheridan, CAE 20:52

10M ago20:52

20:52

In our latest episode, PHC News Editor Steve Smith sits down with Cindy Sheridan, CAE, CEO of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors (PHCC)—National Association! Tune in as the duo discuss everything new and exciting with PHCC CONNECT 2024, from how the event is more convenient than ever for attendees to the ways it's taking education to the next lev…

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"It's the People That Make It Possible" with DSG's Melissa Lunak 22:31

11M ago22:31

22:31

In our latest Off the Cuff episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is joined by Melissa Lunak, Chief People Officer of DSG — an employee-owned wholesale distributor that offers an extensive array of products and solutions to professionals across various sectors including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, communications, utility, automation, waterwor…

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The Value of Manufacturers’ Reps with Katie Hubach 24:27

12M ago24:27

24:27

In our latest episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is joined by Katie Hubach, manager/partner of Signature Sales! Tune in as Katie shares insights learned from her role at the company and her initial year of leadership as the first female president of AIM/R. Plus — the duo discuss the evolving role manufacturers' reps play in the distributi…

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Staying Ahead of the Curve for 150 Years ft. A. O. Smith's David Chisolm 33:41

1y ago33:41

33:41

In our latest Off the Cuff episode, PHC News Editor Steve Smith is joined by David Chisolm, vice president and general manager of APCOM and Water Systems for A. O. Smith! Tune in for a deep dive into A. O. Smith's history as the company celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. Plus — the duo discuss how A. O. Smith is addressing decarbonization …

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Warehousing and Logistics with PDI's Fielding Alderman 28:07

1+ y ago28:07

28:07

In our latest Off the Cuff episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is discussing all things warehousing and logistics with Fielding Alderman, Executive Vice President & General Manager, PDI! Tune in as Fielding shares how PDI is using Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) to improve experiences for both customers…

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The Importance of Training in HVAC with NECC's Mark McGann 19:19

1+ y ago19:19

19:19

In our latest Off the Cuff episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is joined by Mark McGann, general manager at The National Energy Control Corporation (NECC)! Tune in as Mark discusses his role at NECC along with the importance of training in HVAC and the following: What the typical training curriculum looks like for an HVAC technician The im…

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Valve World Americas Expo & Conference with Tim Goedeker 24:10

2y ago24:10

24:10

In our latest episode, The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell is joined by Tim Goedeker, senior regulatory, sustainability, and technical advisor for TRICORD Consulting — and a long-standing member and supporter of the Valve World Americas Expo & Conference! Tune in to learn about Tim's journey through the industry, what's in store for attendees durin…

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"The Water Came To A Stop" ft. Ryan Kiscaden 35:14

2+ y ago35:14

35:14

HVACR and plumbing marketer Ryan Kiscaden joins the podcast to discuss his first children's book in the NEXT UP TRADES Series, "The Water Came To A Stop." Tune in to learn about the inspiration for the book, Ryan's writing process, his thoughts on the labor shortage, and more! About Ryan: Ryan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administrat…

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Celebrating 70 Years in Business ft. Matco-Norca 35:04

2+ y ago35:04

35:04

The Wholesaler Editor Ruth Mitchell sits down with Matco-Norca team members Dan Hunt, Melissa Hunt, and Eric Berglund to discuss the company’s milestone anniversary! Tune in to learn all about their history with Matco-Norca, the company's culture of empowerment, and how it lives up to its motto: Always growing, always changing, always something new…

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Training the Trainer ft. Franklin Electric Business Unit Trainer Jeremiah Brodie 13:31

3y ago13:31

13:31

Franklin Electric Business Unit Trainer Jeremiah Brodie joins us to discuss how he joined the PHCP industry, Little Giant's "Train the Trainer" philosophy, and the company's current training opportunities — including the FranklinTECH virtual learning platform and mobile training facilities. Little Giant produces pumping solutions for HVAC contracto…

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80 Years in Business ft. Rob McConnell, Little Giant Business Unit Director – P/HVAC & Strategic Distribution 15:50

3+ y ago15:50

15:50

Did you know? The core product that Little Giant still offers today was originally conceived in 1926 when plumber R.M. "Doc" Wolfe had an issue with the currently available pumps failing at a frustrating rate. As the company celebrates its 80th anniversary, Little Giant’s Rob McConnell joins PHC News Editor Steve Smith to discuss this fascinating h…

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One Year Later ft. Matco-Norca President and CEO Jack McDonald 14:39

4y ago14:39

14:39

In 2020, when COVID-19 changed everything, we reached out to Jack McDonald, president and CEO of Matco-Norca, to discuss the economy, our industry’s business climate — and above all — safety to customers, employees and the community. So much has happened since last year, and we wanted to know what the horizon looks like now for the supplier of glob…

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Public Relations for Home Service Businesses ft. Ripley PR CEO Heather Ripley 19:52

4y ago19:52

19:52

Ripley PR CEO Heather Ripley shares public relations advice for home service businesses and discusses her new book, "Next Level Now: PR Secrets to Drive Explosive Growth for your Home Service Business."By PHCPPros

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Online & VR Training for the Skilled Trades ft. Interplay Learning CEO Doug Donovan 27:44

4y ago27:44

27:44

Interplay Learning CEO Doug Donovan joins us to discuss how his company is helping to prepare the next generation of skilled tradespeople with online and virtual reality training for the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, solar and facilities maintenance workforce.By PHCPPros

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