Kia Ricchi, or The Contractress, as she's better known, is a licensed contractor in the state of Florida and the author of "Avoiding the Con in Construction." Ricchi discusses why she felt the need to write the book, and shares some tips on how homeowners and licensed contractors can avoid the negative pitfalls caused by unlicensed work.

Kyle Gargaro interviews Sharon Roberts, a consultant who specializes in selling to women and couples.

Jon Melchi, director of government affairs with HARDI, shares details on the upcoming HARDI Fly-In, June 4-5 in Washington, D.C., and his perspective on other legislative issues affecting distributors.

Kyle Gargaro takes a few minutes with Butch Welsch, owner of Welsch Heating and Cooling in St. Louis, to discuss contractor issues and size up the coming summer.

Greg Crumpton, president and founder of AirTight, discusses the use of video and social media, how his company uses technology to propel business, and how you can do the same.

Angela Harris talks with Howard Weiss, marketing director for the ESCO group and HVAC Excellence. Listen for his predictions of HVAC education and a preview of the National HVAC Educators-Trainers Conference and Expo.

Dick Foster, president of ZoneFirst, discusses the California Energy Commission's proposed code change that would prohibit the use of bypass ducts in zoned heating and cooling systems.

Former contractor and current president of ClimateMaster, Dan Ellis, talks about his journey in the business and the future of geothermal.

Kyle Gargaro talks with contractor Greg McAfee, owner of McAfee Heating and Air Conditioning and author of It’s My Your Dream: Eight Elements to Guide Your Successful Business. www.gregmcafee.com

It’s time to enjoy the holidays HVAC style. Listen as The NEWS makes a Christmas list for technicians; and enjoy our rendition of T’was the Night Before Christmas.