The K-Factor Podcast
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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.
Join us for engaging discussions, expert interviews, and real-world stories as we explore what it takes to keep people and properties safe. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or just curious about fire protection, The K-Factor is your go-to resource for staying informed and inspired.
Stay connected, stay protected—welcome to The K-Factor.
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043 Coordination Station: Meeting our VIP Coordinators for Apprenticeship Training
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May 27, 2026 |
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042 Built Different, the NFPA 25 Mindset
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May 13, 2026 |
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041 Gauge Your Accuracy: Fire Pump Testing
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Apr 29, 2026 |
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040 New Crew, Same Dang Pressure
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Apr 15, 2026 |
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039 From Data to Detection: The Rise of Intelligent Fire Protection Systems
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Apr 01, 2026 |
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038 Check the System- Check Yourself
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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037 Testing, Testing… 1, 2, 3: Codes, Liability & In-Rack Sprinklers with Tracey Bellamy
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Mar 11, 2026 |
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036 Battery Charged: Hangars, Hazards & Fire Protection with Jack Poole, PE
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Feb 25, 2026 |
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035 Future-Proofing Fire Protection
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Feb 11, 2026 |
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034 Spot the Dots: The Foundation of Better Fire Sprinkler Design
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Jan 28, 2026 |
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032 From Classroom to Pump Room: A Career Day Inside the AFSA Lab
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Jan 14, 2026 |
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031 The Riser Report 2: Fire Sprinkler Advocacy, Training & Leadership at AFSA44
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Dec 31, 2025 |
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030 The Riser Report 1: Viking Group Inc. & EnginZone
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Dec 24, 2025 |
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029 The Next Chapter: NFPA 13 (2028) and NFPA 25 (2026)
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Dec 17, 2025 |
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028 In the Pipeline: Growing the Next Generation of Sprinkler Pros
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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027 Learning the Ropes, Testing the Systems
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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026 Jenny from the Block...to Design
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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025 From Crew to Leader: The Foreman’s Blueprint
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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024 The Next Chapter in Fire Protection: NFPA 13 Updates
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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023 Fire Protection: The Elevator Pitch
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Sep 23, 2025 |
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022 Boots and Blueprints
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Sep 09, 2025 |
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021 Threading Growth Together
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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020 Klaus-ing the Gap: Fire Protection Insights
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Aug 26, 2025 |
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019 How Flow Can You Go?
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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018 Busted Knuckles & Bright Futures
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Jul 29, 2025 |
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017 Risky Business
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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016 The Fire Sprinkler Network
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Jul 08, 2025 |
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015 Mist Busters
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Jul 01, 2025 |
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014 Slaying Systems and Stereotypes
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Jun 17, 2025 |
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013 Testing the Response (and the Foam... and the Glycol)
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Jun 03, 2025 |
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012 3D Design
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May 20, 2025 |
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011 Competition at the Capitol: AFSA44 Takes DC
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May 06, 2025 |
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010 Practical Fire Protection
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Apr 22, 2025 |
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009 Complex Fire Risks
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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008 Behind the Mic: Meet the Hosts of the K-Factor Podcast
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Mar 25, 2025 |
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007 Consulting Beyond the Standards
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Mar 11, 2025 |
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006 Fire Protection Foundations
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Feb 25, 2025 |
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005 Fire Sprinkler FUNdamentals
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Feb 11, 2025 |
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004 Education & the Future
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Jan 30, 2025 |
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003 Inspections & Insights
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Jan 28, 2025 |
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001 AFSA & Training: Fire Sprinkler Training
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Jan 14, 2025 |
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002 Water Supplies & AHJs
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Jan 14, 2025 |