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The Refrigeration Mentor Podcast

Trevor Matthews
Refrigeration
Personal Development
Communication Skills
Emotional Intelligence
HVAC
Conflict Resolution
Conflict Management
CO2 Refrigeration
Mentorship
Refrigeration Industry
Work-Life Balance
Confidence Building
Time Management
Problem Solving
Customer Relations
Women In Refrigeration
Refrigeration Skills Training
Guntner
Entrepreneurship
Mindset

This podcast is all about training, education and mentorship for commercial refrigeration and HVAC professionals. My goal to help you develop your knowledge and skills, to master the art of refrigeration. I will have expert guests from around the world joining us. We will have different conversations on technical topic's like system troubleshooting, supermarket refrigeration and CO2 refrigeration.... more

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In this conversation, we're joined by Refrigeration Mentor Community Ambassador Andrew Fre... more

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In this episode, we're discussing why capable technicians often freeze when they walk into... more

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Aria Lucey
HR and payroll professional with experience supporting tradespeople; partner of Aidan and ambassador of the Refrigeration Mentor Community
Refrigeration Mentor Community
Episode: Episode 381. Wife of a Refrigeration Technician: Navigating Relationships, Kids and On-Calls with Aria Lucey
Rob Ochs
Refrigeration professional with extensive experience in technical, engineering, and sales roles.
Recold
Episode: Episode 376. Adiabatic Coolers and Cooler Innovations with Rob Ochs of Recold
Brian Churchyard
Refrigeration consultant with a background in service engineering and project management, previously head of engineering at Asda.
Independent Consultant
Episode: Episode 375. Refrigeration Trends To Expect (What North America Can Learn From The UK) with Brian Churchyard
Billy Carlson
Owner of Carlson Heating and Air Conditioning with 39 years of experience in HVAC and refrigeration, primarily focused on supermarket refrigeration systems.
Carlson Heating and Air Conditioning
Episode: Episode 370. Training Technicians Who Think, Not Just Fix with Billy Carlson
Ben Boyer
Experienced leader in refrigeration with over 20 years in leadership roles.
The Arcticom Group
Episode: Episode 367. Transitioning from Technician to Leadership with Ben Boyer of The Arcticom Group
Frank Croak
EMS Manager at Climate Pros
Climate Pros
Episode: Episode 351. Shifting from Mechanical to Electronic Systems with Frank Croak of Climate Pros
Robert Ochs
A refrigeration industry veteran with extensive experience in designing supermarket refrigeration systems.
Episode: Episode 350. Supermarket Refrigeration Tips and Tricks with Robert Ochs
Paul Shannon
Director of Controls for Loblaw Energy
Loblaw Energy
Episode: Episode 347. CO2 Control Tips with Paul Shannon from Loblaw Energy
Greg Martel
Mechanical engineer with a background in controls and field support, involved in the development of BAC's adiabatic gas cooler
Baltimore Aircoil
Episode: Episode 345. Troubleshooting CO2 Gas Coolers with Greg Martel and Al Rivera of BAC (Part 1 of 2)

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Trevor Matthews
Host of The Refrigeration Mentor Podcast; leads conversations, introductions, and topic shaping.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Good learning!

    Where can I watch the videos of some of the conversations. Very interested in the topic about trouble shooting oil failures and wiring up XM678D Controllers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trinitytara
    Australiaa year ago
  • Exactly what the trade needs!

    I really love the conversations that help the community grow thru education. Great work on this sir!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave Rogers 15690
    United States3 years ago
  • Good advice, really enjoyed it.I hope the younger guys in the trade take this good nuggets of wisdom.

    Audible
    5
    Kindle Customer
    United States3 years ago
  • Great episode

    Good advice, really enjoyed it.I hope the younger guys in the trade take this good nuggets of wisdom.

    Audible
    5
    Kindle Customer
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent

    Trevor had a wealth of knowledge and his delivery of it is amazing. Highly recommend this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adam1389
    United States3 years ago

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Guests bring diverse expertise from technicians to engineers and manufacturers, which adds credibility.
Listeners value the safety reminders and the emphasis on mentorship and community.
Professionals appreciate practical training and real-world troubleshooting tips.

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Episode 383. CO2 Startup & Commissioning: Training for CO2 Refrigeration with Andrew Freeburg
Q: Andrew, how are you doing?
So good, thanks for having me on the show.
Episode 381. Wife of a Refrigeration Technician: Navigating Relationships, Kids and On-Calls with Aria Lucey
Q: What is a practical tip for technicians to communicate better with their partners?
Identify the communication method that works best (phone calls when driving, text messages when busy), and explicitly discuss non-negotiables and how to handle situations when one partner is away.
Episode 381. Wife of a Refrigeration Technician: Navigating Relationships, Kids and On-Calls with Aria Lucey
Q: What was the thing that surprised you most about this lifestyle of on-call and long hours?
The surprise was realizing how unpredictable the schedule could be and how it forced us to improvise and find moments of connection despite the chaos, especially when planning ahead was difficult.
Episode 376. Adiabatic Coolers and Cooler Innovations with Rob Ochs of Recold
Q: How does the transition to working with new technologies, such as CO2 systems, feel?
It can be challenging as you become a beginner again, but continuous learning and adaptation are crucial.
Episode 376. Adiabatic Coolers and Cooler Innovations with Rob Ochs of Recold
Q: What is the key to making transitions in your refrigeration career?
Being approachable and treating people right helps build relationships that open doors to new opportunities.

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What is The Refrigeration Mentor Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, training-focused show for refrigeration and HVAC professionals that emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, safety, and foundational skills. Episodes frequently center on real-world field issues—diagnosing root causes, improving electrical troubleshooting, and refining installation and maintenance practices in supermarket and CO2 systems. A strong throughline is mentorship, continuous learning, and community support, with guests ranging from seasoned technicians to engineers and manufacturers sharing tips, checklists, and resources. Noteworthy angles include a clear emphasis on building technician confidence, reducing callbacks, and fostering a culture of lifelong learning within a technical trades audience; several episodes also ... more

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1. Aria Lucey
2. Rob Ochs
3. Brian Churchyard
4. Billy Carlson
5. Ben Boyer
6. Frank Croak
7. Robert Ochs
8. Paul Shannon

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