Air Date 8-14-26 | Episode 784

Two decades ago, IAQ Radio set out with a simple but critical mission: to build a bridge between science and practice in indoor air quality, building science, and disaster restoration. Every Friday at noon ET, hosts Joseph “Radio Joe” Hughes and Cliff “The Z-Man” Zlotnik have brought you long-form conversations with the experts, innovators, and thought leaders shaping these industries. IAQ Radio has been “The Voice of the Indoor Air Quality and Disaster Restoration Industry” for 20 years and is the longest-running, continuously produced live technical podcast in history. We’re celebrating 20 years by doing what we do best—and what we plan to keep doing for years to come: long-form interviews with brilliant people exploring the science, challenges, and innovations shaping indoor air quality, disaster restoration, and building science.

Air Date: 7-24-26 | Episode 783

This week welcome Dr. Gene Cole for a show we are calling The Life and Times of a Public Health and Infection Control Titan. Dr. Eugene “Gene” Cole, DrPH, bridges the gap between deep, academic public health research and the boots-on-the-ground cleaning and restoration industries. From coining terms like “Home Environment Specialists” during his time at DynCorp, working on development of industry standards, to his foundational work on the ISSA/CIRI Clean Standard (validating ATP meters to give the cleaning industry hard metrics), Dr. Cole has spent over 35 years showing why cleaning is an essential branch of public health.

Air Date: 6-26-26 | Episode 782

This week welcome Susan Hunt Stevens Co-founder or Tessi.ai. Disasters move fast. Tessi’s AI-first platform generates universal damage assessments, certifies funding sources, and dispatches vetted workers—all before traditional systems send their first adjuster.

Air Date: 6-19-26 | Episode 781

This week we welcome back Dr. Richard Shaughnessy for a show we are calling “The Life and Times of an IEQ Researcher, Advocate, and Educator.” Richard has been a tireless advocate for better indoor environmental quality (IEQ) and for helping bridge the gap between researchers and practitioners throughout his distinguished career. He has also been a longtime supporter and frequent contributor to IAQ Radio, dating back to his first appearance on January 12, 2007, alongside Peter Sierck. This week we look back on Richard’s impactful career, discuss the lessons he has learned along the way, and explore new research that is helping change how we understand indoor environments.

Air Date: 6-5-26 | Episode 780

This week we welcome back our most frequent guest, Don Weekes, for a special edition of our Life and Times series: Lessons Learned in IEQ and IH. For going on 20 years, Don has been a regular contributor to IAQ Radio, and over that time we have developed a strong friendship and professional relationship. Few people have given as much back to the indoor environmental quality and industrial hygiene community as Don and his wife, Lan Chi Nguyen Weekes, who is a legend in her own right.

Air Date: 5-15-26 | Episode 779

This week welcome back Ralph Moon, PhD for a show we are calling Life and Times of a Building Scientist and Restoration Researcher. Dr. Ralph Moon is an authority on the forensic side of the insurance claims industry, particularly regarding his work on “Duration of Loss” and the physics of moisture impact on building materials. He has a rare combination of experience, education and opportunity that led to a consequential career in IAQ, Building Science and Disaster Restoration.

Air Date: 5-8-26 | Episode 778

This week present part 2 of our Life and Times show with Darrell Paulson. We are calling this one The Life and Times of a restoration icon and serial volunteer.

Air Date: 4-24-26 | Episode 777

Good Day and welcome to IAQ Radio+ episode 777 this week present another Life and Times show with Mike McGuinness of RK Environmental fame. We are calling this one The Life and Times of an IEQ CIH & “Jersey Boy”.

Air Date: 4-10-26 | Episode 776

This week present another Life and Times show with Darrell Paulson. We are calling this one The Life and Times of a Restoration Icon and Serial Volunteer.

Air Date: 3-20-26 | Episode 775

This week we present another Life and Times show with Ed Light. We are calling this one The Life and Times of an IH Practicalist. Ed has had a fascinating career from his early years at the WV DOH IAQ Program to his founding of Building Dynamics, LLC. He has always stressed the importance of hands on in the trenches people, following the science and being practical. Learn more this week on IAQ Radio+.