Your Indoor Air Podcast

Could mold, Lyme disease, long-haul COVID, or even carbon monoxide exposure be secretly driving your most mysterious symptoms?  After spending decades uncovering what mainstream medicine has missed, Dr. Neil Nathan joins us to share what he has learned. He unravels the complex links between immune triggers and the nervous system, explaining why so many "mystery" illnesses trace back to r...

What does a mold inspection report look like? Jessica McQuade pulls back the curtain on what separates a useful, actionable report from a report that stalls the whole process. Learn which information truly matters, how inspectors and remediators can work together effectively, and why clear communication and accountability are essential for a smooth, effective remediation process.    Have a questio...

If I am looking for a mold-safe home, what age home am I looking for? Jessica McQuade explains why the answer isn’t so simple, and why a home’s history, past water damage, and overall condition matter far more than its age. Learn how to evaluate your home from multiple angles, build a trusted inspection team, and approach homebuying with realistic expectations and a prevention‑first mindset.  Have...

Could your mold test be telling you only a fraction of the story or even giving you a false sense of security?  Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP) Jessica McQuade of Mold Mentor, LLC and Mold Ease, LLC joins us to pull back the curtain on the most commonly used professional mold testing methods, including non-viable air sampling, tape lift, swab testing, and ERMI/MSQPCR. Jessica shares her si...

What if the key to recovering from mold illness isn't rushing straight to binders and antifungals, but instead starting with sleep, diet, and basic health fundamentals?  Dr. Joe Mather shares his evolved approach to treating mold-related illness, explaining why he moved away from the complex Shoemaker protocol toward a more practical, patient-centered method. He reveals his diagnostic framewo...

Could the invisible energy fields in your home be disrupting your sleep, triggering anxiety, or causing other unexplained health symptoms?  Certified electromagnetic radiation specialist Cathy Cooke breaks down what electromagnetic fields (EMFs) really are, where you're being exposed in everyday life, and how they may be affecting your health. From baby monitors with shockingly high fields to...

What happens when your body is screaming that something is wrong, but every test says you’re “healthy”?  In this empowering episode, fitness professional Kristie Calise shares her decade-long battle with mold-related illness, misdiagnosis, and debilitating conditions like mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) and hyperadrenergic POTS. Kristie recounts the frightening symptoms that derailed her care...

What does it take to cultivate a healthy home without getting blindsided by costly mistakes?  Ashley Spanovich of Awakening Spaces shares her deeply personal journey into healthy home design and how environmental exposures shaped both her health and her career. She explains why planning, education, and the right team matter far more than chasing the lowest rates or design trends. Ashley unpacks wh...

What if the most important factor in navigating mold inspection and remediation is not the number of tests performed, but a homeowner’s ability to think calmly and clearly?  In this thoughtful conversation, Andrew Melrose of Melrose Mold Solutions challenges overreliance on testing and reframes mold inspection as a true “health procedure for the home.”  Drawing on years of education and hundreds o...

Where do molds like Stachybotrys and Chaetomium hide in homes?  Jessica McQuade explains exactly where she finds them most often and why understanding mold ecology matters more than test results alone. From backside drywall and baseboards to shower walls, flooring, and hidden framing, you’ll learn how bulk water and cellulose-based materials create the perfect conditions for these molds to thrive....

Can mold hidden behind your walls really affect the air you breathe and your health?  Jessica McQuade answers this common (and hotly debated) question with a clear, evidence-based “yes.” Using real-life demonstrations and visuals, she explains how air pressure, wall penetrations, and everyday household activities can pull contaminants from hidden spaces directly into your living area. Have a quest...

What if the key to uncovering hidden mold in your home had four legs, an extraordinarily sensitive nose, and a partner who knows exactly how to verify what she finds?  In this episode, Lindsay Reeves introduces us to Hope, a highly trained mold-detection dog whose remarkable abilities help reveal problems that often remain invisible to the eye. Lindsay explains how Hope works alongside her husband...

Should the men and women protecting our country be expected to live in barracks riddled with mold, pest infestations, collapsing ceiling tiles, broken locks, and other dangerous conditions?  In this compelling interview, veteran Rob Evans reveals how he is providing service members living in barracks with a safe, anonymous way to document unsafe living environments and receive help through his app...

Are hidden hazards in military housing threatening the health and readiness of America’s service members?  In this moving episode, attorney Kristina Baehr and Change the Air Foundation’s Michael Rubino expose the shocking realities inside privatized military housing across the United States, where toxins such as mold, asbestos, and lead are making families seriously sick. Despite a Tenant Bill of...

Have you ever wondered what happens to the chemicals inside your home once they leave the bottle… or the carpet, paint, or sofa?  Dr. Charles Weschler joins us to unpack the surprising science of indoor chemistry, revealing how modern materials quietly release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into your home’s air, onto dust, and even through your skin. He explains how post–World War II innovation...

Think all HVAC companies are the same? Before you sign your next contract, hear what Becky Callegan has to share. From verifying certifications and warranties to recognizing best installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting practices, you’ll learn how to distinguish true professionals from corner-cutters.  With insider tips, actionable checklists, and empowering questions to bring to your contra...

Could mold, Lyme, or other hidden pathogens trigger an immune response so powerful that it actually rewires the body’s defenses?  In this highly informative episode, Dr. Christian Navarro-Torres of CIRS Lab takes us on a deep dive into Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS). He unpacks the science of how biotoxins from water-damaged buildings, bacteria, and chronic infections can drive the...

Could toxic mold exposure at work be mistaken for something as serious as Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS)? In this episode, attorney Ryan Schnack shares his harrowing journey about how he became gravely ill from exposure to mold inside the courthouse where he worked. From shocking air test results showing mold at hundreds of times above safe levels to the disbelief and pushback he and his colleagues fa...

What if one of the most overlooked influences on learning isn’t curriculum or technology, but the very air students and teachers breathe? Former teacher turned indoor air quality advocate Lisa Greenfield exposes how aging buildings, deferred maintenance, and misguided cost-saving measures are triggering mold growth, illness, and cognitive harm in schools across America.  With some estimates claimi...

How far would you go to protect your child if they became sick from mold at school? In this powerful interview, parents Patrick Lee and John and Lindsay Strezewski share how their children were severely impacted by mold exposure in one Chicago-area school and their relentless fight for change. From intense dizziness and wheelchairs to months of missed school and legal battles, their stories reveal...

What would you do if the classroom you taught in was riddled with mold?  In this moving episode, former teacher Michele Fisher recounts how her once-joyful classroom became a nightmare of moldy books, stained ceiling tiles, and air so contaminated it made her sick. Despite visible damage and a formal diagnosis of mold toxicity, school officials dismissed her concerns and refused proper testing or...

What if the most toxic materials in your home are lying beneath your feet?  In this educational episode, healthy building expert Andy Pace returns to unpack the surprising ways your flooring may be polluting your indoor air and harming your well-being. From formaldehyde in carpet and wood flooring to moisture traps beneath tile and vinyl, Andy explores the chemical and structural risks hidden unde...

Is there a reliable way to find out which VOCs are lingering in your indoor air, and in what amounts?  Sarah Mack of Enthalpy Analytical joins us to explain how to test for volatile organic compounds (VOCs), how to interpret the results, and what to do about their presence in your home. Sarah breaks down the differences between VOCs, SVOCs, and VVOCs, and outlines common sources and health effects...

Could the secret to buying a healthier home start with choosing the right realtor? Tune in as holistic realtor and building biology advocate Tori McGee shares how her unique approach helps buyers spot red flags and uncover hidden health risks such as poor indoor air quality, moisture issues, and environmental exposures during the home-buying process. From finding signs of water damage and navigati...

Can an invisible gas reveal hidden issues with your home's air quality?  Building scientist Dr. Allison Bailes makes a complicated topic accessible as he breaks down the seven-part layered approach to keeping your indoor air in tip-top shape. Learn the three strategies for whole-house ventilation and the surprising way carbon dioxide (CO₂) can reveal how well your home is ventilated. Find out...