Ridin’ Solo: AHR 2026 Off the Cuff with the Ramblin’ Rhyno
Thu Jan 29 2026
🎙️ HVAC R&D Podcast — Episode 172
Ridin’ Solo: AHR 2026 Off the Cuff with the Ramblin’ Rhyno
This episode kicks off AHR week with something a little different — and exactly on purpose.
With AHR right around the corner and a last-minute guest cancellation opening up space, this solo episode was the perfect opportunity to lean into a format we’ve been developing behind the scenes: real questions, real reactions, and honest conversation.
In this Ridin’ Solo episode of the HVAC R&D Podcast, I jump into a LiveSwitch React–style Q&A focused on my experiences with AHR, how the event has shaped my career, and what I’m most excited about heading into this year’s show.
No script.
No prep.
Just conversation — the way it’s always been meant to be.
In this episode, we cover:
How AHR has evolved for me over the years — personally and professionally
What matters most at the show beyond booths and products
How relationships, timing, and presence shape long-term success in the trades
A full rundown of my AHR week schedule, including Podcast Pavilion recordings, booth appearances, and live events
Why workforce development and exposing the next generation to the trades matters now more than ever
This episode serves as both a pre-AHR mindset check and the official continuation of the Ridin’ Solo format — built to keep HVAC R&D moving no matter what the calendar throws at us.
If you’re heading to AHR, I look forward to seeing you.
If you’re not, tune in, follow along, and be part of the conversation.
🎧 Listen now and subscribe so you never miss a drop.
🙏 Thank you to my partners who make this show possible:
DiversiTech • LiveSwitch • JPL Flex • RLS – Rapid Locking System • Dubby • True Nature Meat Company
🎵 Music credit: Alex Grohl
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🎙️ HVAC R&D Podcast — Episode 172 Ridin’ Solo: AHR 2026 Off the Cuff with the Ramblin’ Rhyno This episode kicks off AHR week with something a little different — and exactly on purpose. With AHR right around the corner and a last-minute guest cancellation opening up space, this solo episode was the perfect opportunity to lean into a format we’ve been developing behind the scenes: real questions, real reactions, and honest conversation. In this Ridin’ Solo episode of the HVAC R&D Podcast, I jump into a LiveSwitch React–style Q&A focused on my experiences with AHR, how the event has shaped my career, and what I’m most excited about heading into this year’s show. No script. No prep. Just conversation — the way it’s always been meant to be. In this episode, we cover: How AHR has evolved for me over the years — personally and professionally What matters most at the show beyond booths and products How relationships, timing, and presence shape long-term success in the trades A full rundown of my AHR week schedule, including Podcast Pavilion recordings, booth appearances, and live events Why workforce development and exposing the next generation to the trades matters now more than ever This episode serves as both a pre-AHR mindset check and the official continuation of the Ridin’ Solo format — built to keep HVAC R&D moving no matter what the calendar throws at us. If you’re heading to AHR, I look forward to seeing you. If you’re not, tune in, follow along, and be part of the conversation. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe so you never miss a drop. 🙏 Thank you to my partners who make this show possible: DiversiTech • LiveSwitch • JPL Flex • RLS – Rapid Locking System • Dubby • True Nature Meat Company 🎵 Music credit: Alex Grohl