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Welcome to The K-Factor, the podcast that brings you inside the world of fire protection. Hosted by industry experts Josh McDonald, Eric Andresen, & Hayden Stoll. This show dives into all aspects of the fire protection industry—from groundbreaking technologies and best practices to career insights and industry trends. From NFPA codes and standards to helping you build your career.

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The fire protection division was struggling, and closing it was on the table. Randy Mongiovi asked for the opportunity to turn it around.

On this episode of AFSA’s K-Factor Podcast, Randy shares his journey with Mongiovi & Son Fire... more

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Former AFSA staff member Nate Williams joins The K-Factor Podcast for a relaxed catch-up about his time with the American Fire Sprinkler Association, what he misses most, what he has been doing since, and where his career has taken ... more

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Jonathan Hart of NFPA joins The K-Factor Podcast for a conversation about the NFPA standards development process and how thought experiments can help professionals examine complex fire and life safety questions from a different pers... more

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The K-Factor Podcast and The Fire Sprinkler Podcast come together for a special crossover episode featuring one of the OGs of the sprinkler podcasting space. We talk about his career, the changes he has witnessed, lessons learned al... more

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Recent Guests

Randy Mongiovi
Senior vice president at Mongiovi & Son Fire Protection
Mongiovi & Son Fire Protection
Episode: 058 Turning Around a Struggling Fire Protection Business
Nate Williams
Former AFSA staff member and event manager at the American Airlines Center
American Airlines Center
Episode: 057 Reu-Nated: Catching up with Nate!
Jonathan Hart
Technical lead in fire protection engineering at NFPA
NFPA
Episode: 055 Thought Experiments, Healthcare, NFPA 99, NFPA 3 and 4 with NFPA
Chris Logan
Host/guest of The Fire Sprinkler Podcast
Fire Sprinkler Podcast / AFSA collaboration
Episode: 054 The OG of the Fire Sprinkler Podcast: Stories and Lessons from a Career in the Industry
Vicki Aram
A presence noted in discussions about licensing and NFPA-related topics
AFSA/Arkansas Chapter context
Episode: 053 Plumbing Meets Fire Protection: NFPA 13 and NFPA 24 for Contractors
Robert Korpatsky
Representative of Hush Office, a Polish manufacturer of acoustic office pods
Hush Office
Episode: 052 Fire Sprinklers in Silence: Testing Sprinklers Inside Hush Office Booths
James Casey
Supervisor, alarm division and fire safety manager at Eastern Fire and Safety
Eastern Fire and Safety
Episode: 051 Flight Risk: Maintaining Complex Fire Risks
Cole Abbott
Apprentice fire sprinkler tech at Petcosky Fire Protection
Petcosky Fire Protection
Episode: 050 From Fireground to NFPA 25 Flow Testing
John Denhardt
Vice President of Engineering Tech Services at FSA
FSA
Episode: 046 Circulation Relief Valve Roulette: NFPA 20 Fire Pump Mistakes & Myths

Hosts

Josh McDonald
Host of The K-Factor Podcast, with involvement across AFSA and industry initiatives
Eric Andresen
Co-host with industry-wide involvement and AFSA/AFSA-related initiatives
Hayden Stoll
Co-host and AFSA staff member with involvement in AFSA education initiatives

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Funny & Insightful

    As someone who has 23+ years experience in sales, but moved from tech to trade, this is a great way to learn and be able to have conversations with customers and partners. Thank you!

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    BrooklynnCeb
    United States4 months ago

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Shows strong industry depth and practical takeaways for field work and coding
Engaging hosts with hands-on experience and approachable explanations
Great for networking and understanding industry training ecosystems
Guests bring diverse fire protection perspectives and actionable career guidance

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058 Turning Around a Struggling Fire Protection Business
Q: How do you think we fix that, personally?
Randy says the industry can improve recruitment through association committees and social media, and by engaging children and young people with fire protection through books and other accessible materials.
058 Turning Around a Struggling Fire Protection Business
Q: At what point when your dad said, hey, like you've got this opportunity, we're closing shop at this day if we're not profiting, when were you like, okay, we're rolling and we're good or bought into it?
Randy says he was still unsure after the first year, but the division made about $50,000 in profit, which convinced them to keep it going.
057 Reu-Nated: Catching up with Nate!
Q: So what are some similarities and differences between what you did here at AFSA and what you do there?
He says both jobs are customer-centric and require responding to many questions. Arena work differs in its scale, pace, and the coordination required for concerts and sporting events.
057 Reu-Nated: Catching up with Nate!
Q: So what does your role entail there?
Williams says he coordinates event details after bookings are handed off, including production needs, security, merchandise, and communication among arena teams.
055 Thought Experiments, Healthcare, NFPA 99, NFPA 3 and 4 with NFPA
Q: Can you give just a general synopsis of NFPA 3 to 4?
Hart describes NFPA 3 as the commissioning standard for planning and documenting how facility systems connect and contribute to fire and life safety. NFPA 4 covers testing that plan.

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What is The K-Factor Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A technology- and education-focused firesafety show that blends deep dives on NFPA codes, fire pumps, and ITM with practical career guidance and industry trends. Episodes frequently feature engineers, installers, and educators, plus leaders from AFSA and fire-protection firms, who discuss design pitfalls, training programs, hands-on lab work, and the evolving role of AI and data in guarding buildings and people. Notably, the show leans into mentorship, apprenticeship, and real-world stories from fieldwork, making it a practical resource for contractors, engineers, and managers looking to stay current and advance in fire protection.

What stands out: a consistent emphasis on education and standards, strong ties to AFSA and industry training ... more

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7. James Casey
8. Cole Abbott

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