You found the hidden mold and paid for remediation. But how do you know it actually worked? This episode talks about basic remediation principles and the proper post testing framework to make sure you got the job done! Be sure to download my free guide 10 Most Common Remediation Mistakes at: RemediationMistakes.com Enjoy! — @MoldFinders Not sure the best way to get started? Follow these simple steps to hit the ground running... Step 1: Subscribe To This Podcast (and please leave a review!) Step ...
Feb 09, 2022•1 hr 1 min
I’m starting off the year of podcasts (admittedly a tad late… I blame my newborn who doesn’t sleep very well) by pulling the curtain back on We Inspect’s 2022 Vision Meeting, the huge mistake I think I made in 2021, and what I’m doing this year to make it up to you. Then we discuss a conversation I had with a client yesterday how and they told me of a previous leak they had, but not to be worried about it because they handled it “right away”. Here I’m going to tell you how and why stopping a lea...
Feb 03, 2022•43 min
Last week a family member had a product leak under their sink, and they didn't know what to do! So they started a group text with our whole #moldfinding family to get answers. It ended up being a great chat with a lot of smart people, so on this episode I'm summarizing the situation and the ultimate recommendations we gave to our family member so they would handle the issue properly. This episode was recorded live on Clubhouse, so afterwards I opened up the room for questions, and in between que...
Dec 08, 2021•46 min
This is a recording from an IG Live Q&A I did a while back. I love answering questions like this. And there were a bunch of great ones here. Also, I shared my why you can’t use ERMI alone as post remediation testing. And what a post remediation testing plan should include. (19:20) Enjoy! — @MoldFinders Not sure the best way to get started? Follow these simple steps to hit the ground running... Step 1: Subscribe To This Podcast (and please leave a review!) Step 2: Interpret Your ERMI ERMICode...
Nov 30, 2021•36 min
Episode 100! Can’t believe it… 2 special things for this special episode. First, we recorded this LIVE on Clubhouse for the very first time! Now you can join me on these episodes live, and we can even answer listener questions at the end. Second, Dr. Jill Crista came back to share amazing information about what to do if you’re still living in mold… 9 things to know while you’re still in mold 1. Yes. Start treatment. 2. Air filtration 3. Exposure reduction 4. Low mold / high binder diet 5. Preven...
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 16 min
The ERMI Code has been my secret project for the last 6 months. And now it’s finally ready for you. The ERMI Code is an insanely cheap interpretation tool that takes your ERMI result and provides an additional layer of context for what you can expect in your own home (yes!). * How many mold sources to remediate? * How does your home compare to others? * Should you stay or move? These are the questions most people want answered when first running an ERMI. But once the ERMI test results are delive...
Oct 25, 2021•48 min
Our bodies and brains are so amazing. They inherently know when we are in danger, or when something is good for us. But for some reason we rarely listen them. So in an effort to try to make us listen, they created that “gut feeling”. This episode shares my theory about trusting your gut, and how you can be more in sync with what your body is trying to tell you. — @MoldFinders Not sure the best way to get started? Follow these simple steps to hit the ground running... Step 1: Subscribe To This Po...
Oct 08, 2021•21 min
I've been getting asked this question a lot lately. If I remediate the moldy building materials, why do I have to clean my house afterwards? Remediation includes 2 phases. > Phase 1: Source Remedaition (Removing walls, ceilings, etc. where mold was found growing) > Phase 2: Home Cleanse (Cleaning the entire home from cross contamination) Most people only want to do phase 1. Heck, many remediation companies only know about phase 1! But phase 2 is so important. And without it, you'll likely ...
Sep 30, 2021•26 min
Shawna (@alittlelesstoxic), a non-toxic ninja, joined me for an awesome conversation on how we can all easily reduce the toxic load in our homes. 5 easy ways we discussed are: 1. Cleaning product formulas 2. Avoiding specific toxic ingredients (“fragrance”, “natural flavor”, etc.) 3. Navigating the biggest toxin contributors that you may not know about. 4. Non toxic scent alternatives 5. Simple bedroom changes (bedrooms may be the most important rooms in our home for healing) Shawna has SO much ...
Sep 04, 2021•57 min
Dr. Lauren Tessier is the president of the ISEAI (International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness). Needless to say, she knows her stuff! We covered so much in this episode. One of the highlights was Dr. Tessier’s Mold Algorithm. In other words, the Four Forms of Mold Illness * Fungal Infections * Allergic Reactions (histamine) * Toxicity * CIRS A few other things we covered... * How she treats those with mold illness * Good vs bad mold (not a thing!) * Pediatric mold illness * Breath...
Aug 19, 2021•1 hr
Hey #moldfinders! I’m coming to you today from paternity leave after the birth of my baby boy (Zayden Phillip) 9 days ago! But that’s not what this episode is about. I’m just super happy 🥰 In this episode I break down a conversation I had with a client a few weeks ago regarding sampling and the expectations that should be set based on what type of sampling you execute. The key takeaway is that source level testing is always the top priority. To better explain, I give an example of a health diag...
Aug 08, 2021•24 min
Did you know... * Mental health disorders are skyrocketing in children * 1 in 200 kids have PANS/PANDAS * An inflamed brain is a more depressed brain This episode is all about how mold impacts the brain with Dr. Jaban Moore. With an even deeper discussion on its impact on children. Other things we cover * Why “brain fog” is such a common mold symptom * How the brain has less mechanisms for repair than other organs * The difference between PANS and PANDAS * How autoimmune antibodies and like trai...
Jul 27, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Michelle is on her way to becoming a nutritional therapy practitioner and has had personal experience with mold toxicity, gut issues and hormone issues… and she’s super cool! I saw a post of hers on Instagram that completely resonated with me. It was about living our lives in awareness vs living our lives in fear. I thought it would be amazing to speak with her more about that idea because that approach can relate to multiple challenging areas of our lives, not just mold! Here is a link to the p...
Jul 20, 2021•55 min
You know that person that seems to know a whole lot about a whole lot? That’s Carly Johnson. She’s the host of the “Doing It Different” podcast, and on this episode we talk about… a whole lot! (See what I did there...?) So what is Free Medicine? Well, it’s stuff you can do for free that can make you healthier. Who doesn’t like that? I know it’s hard to believe sometimes, but there are things you can do in your life that don’t cost thousands of dollars that can have a pretty big impact on your he...
Jul 08, 2021•52 min
My dad bought me a used car when I was 16. What he did before finalizing the purchase is something we should ALL do before buying a “used” home. In this episode I tell you exactly what that is. Also, I’ve had many “bad” experiences where after some time has passed I realized they were actually the best thing that could’ve happened. That’s why I believe things happen for a reason. I share a couple of these stories and what you can learn from them during a new home search. — @MoldFinders Not sure ...
Jun 17, 2021•20 min
I get so many questions that go beyond mold. Specifically about how to build and create a healthy home. I’m talking building materials, VOCs, paints, beds, rugs, etc. So I asked Ashley Spanovich, founder of Awakening Spaces to answer your questions! Ashely is a licensed interior designer and environmental consultant, and a great resource to help create a healthy non-toxic home. Here are some of the things we covered: * The truth about “green products” * Toxin absorbing fibers * Paint that neutra...
Jun 12, 2021•50 min
I’m reading the book called “Read People Like a Book”. I’ve always thought it was super interesting to understand why people do the things they do. Well in the FIRST chapter my mind was blown! Why? Because I leaned exactly why several of my clients (or their family members) dismiss or diminish the effect mold has on their lives, and what we can do to help them “see the light”! Does that sound like something you’d like to learn more about? Strap in. This is one of my favorite episodes... — @MoldF...
May 27, 2021•36 min
I know. That title is a bold statement. But it’s best breakdown of the mold / Lyme connection I’ve ever heard! Dr. Darin Ingels is the author of “The Lyme Solution” and a naturopathic doctor who has been treating Lyme disease for 20 years. In this episode we discuss: * What Lyme disease actually is - the “shape shifter” bacteria * Key signs of Lyme disease * Acute vs long term reactions * Why mold and Lyme are so closely connected * Order of treatment * Co-infections & parasites * How to tes...
May 25, 2021•53 min
Ashley Iovinelli, Certified Integrative Nutrition Coach joined me today to talk all about nutrition! Yes, our environment is very important, but what we put in our bodies has a massive impact on our overall health. In this episode we cover… * How to support gut health * Prebiotics * Vitamin and mineral deficiencies * Foods that support detoxification * Blood type diets * Low mold food examples * High mold food examples * And so much more! Ashley is developing a mold nutrition guide for those dea...
May 13, 2021•50 min
I’ve been getting a lot of questions about remediation lately. So I wanted to do an episode all about common remediation mistakes to help you navigate it. First, I give a couple examples of real clients where common remediation practices failed and why it happened. Second, I share some of the items included in our free guide 10 Most Common Remediation Mistakes. Download the full guide at http://remediationmistakes.com — @MoldFinders Not sure the best way to get started? Follow these simple steps...
Apr 26, 2021•38 min
Eve is an integrative health practitioner and gut & thyroid expert. She has also been dealing with a mold issue in her home. Eve was kind enough to share her own mold inspection and remediation story (which is still in progress) so we can learn from her mistakes. So take notes, and learn from someone who has a truly unique perspective of being able to understand and explain the home-health connection. Follow Eve on Instagram @flavorful_fit — @MoldFinders Not sure the best way to get started?...
Apr 09, 2021•41 min
So many of us are worried about cleaning mold, and doing it the right way. But the truth is, we should be more worried about preventing it in the first place. I talk through what this means, and then share my favorite mold cleaning product. You can get that product info right away at moldcleaningproduct.com if you just want to know right now 👍🏻 Also, I introduced the first ever segment of Parent Corner. Listen, there’s more to mold guys. And as the father of a 2 year old (with another one on t...
Apr 07, 2021•26 min
I’ve been getting so many inquires about what technology to use in HVAC systems. Filters, Purifiers, UV lights… Intellipure, IQAir, Reme Halo, Air Oasis, UV lights… If you’re considering technology to help protect your HVAC system, then this episode is a MUST listen. What I share here is the exact same conversation I have with my clients...who pay me lots of money! So check it out, and if you find any of it useful, please leave a review on the podcast and let me know! — @MoldFinders Not sure the...
Apr 02, 2021•44 min
Michael Rubino (president of All American Restoration) texted me this morning to talk about testing, and how to best communicate its importance to those looking for a true mold remediation. We started texting and realized how important this private text thread was for everyone to hear. So we just decided to record a full episode on the spot so you could be a fly on the wall during this behind the scenes conversation. In this episode we talk about testing & remediation conceptually, we give a...
Mar 26, 2021•58 min
I was recently asked to write an article for a blog that covered 5 things we can do to limit or prevent mold exposure in our homes. It was fun for me to do, but as some of you may know, I like to tell stories and give examples that solidify the ideas I teach. And in a blog post, I don’t have that flexibility. So this episode will give a deep dive on each of the 5 items that I discussed in that article. Here they are: 1. How to maintain areas of constant water movement (sinks, washing machines, e...
Mar 18, 2021•40 min
Brendan has the gift of being able to explain complex concepts in ways that are easy for ANYONE to understand. This episode breaks down how the environment impacts our gut microbiome, and how that can result in neuroinflammation. And the effect that mold and mycotoxins has on that entire path. Here are just some of the topics we covered: * Vegetarian diets can promote fungal overgrowth * What effects gut microbial diversity * What causes “leaky gut” * What is a “gut reset” and how does that work...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 4 min
First, our 1x only Free training and fundraising event is happening this Thursday at 12:30p PST. Visit MoldFindersCare.com to register. It’s totally free, and if you feel inclined to donate, we will gladly accept that through our Go Fund Me campaign (click the “DONATE” button at the top of the website to be directed to the fundraising page). On today’s episode… *Can a HVAC contractor cut out mold seen around vents? *Do I have the HVAC system turned off while work is being done? *I’m replacing my...
Mar 01, 2021•41 min
Trying to navigate mold and environmental related illness? Then this is a MUST listen… Dr. Jess Peatross is a GENIUS! And she doesn’t hold back on this episode. Here is just some of what we covered… *Physical signs to identify mold / pathogen infection *How to handle nasal / sinus colonization *How to liver detox *Favorite detox supplements *A masterclass in binders, how they work, and which ones you should use *An explanation on immune system balance and how one issue opens you up to other issu...
Feb 17, 2021•55 min
I’m STILL so proud of you #moldfinders! This is the full story from my teaser last week. Moral of the story... THIS is how you take control of your mold situation and don’t get burned my local mold inspectors that don’t know what they’re talking about 👀 I’m in pretty rare form on this episode... hope you enjoy 😉 Also, get your free guide “10 Most Common Remediation Mistakes” here: http://RemediationMistakes.com — @MoldFinders Not sure the best way to get started? Follow these simple steps to h...
Feb 10, 2021•35 min
I’m so proud of you #moldfinders! This is a short teaser for my next upcoming episode. I was so excited about it that I couldn’t wait to record the whole thing. So here is a little taste. But the moral of the story is... you aren’t letting mold inspectors that don’t know what they’re doing influence you anymore... and that’s amazing! — @MoldFinders Not sure the best way to get started? Follow these simple steps to hit the ground running... Step 1: Subscribe To This Podcast (and please leave a re...
Feb 05, 2021•5 min
