In every episode, EC&M Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Consultant Russ LeBlanc sit down to discuss difficult-to-decipher concepts surrounding the 2023 National Electrical Code in 10 minutes or less. Designed to bring listeners practical information on how to apply the NEC in real-world settings, this podcast appeals to the entire EC&M audience, including electrical engineers, electricians, electrical contractors, and plant facility personnel. It is produced by EC&M magazine, the technic ...
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As we race towards a future intertwined with AI, The Humanity Code Conversations poses a critical question: Will we shape AI, or will it shape us? Host Heidi Lorenzen invites you on a journey beyond circuits and code, exploring the very soul of AI innovation. Through intimate conversations with visionaries, experts, and dreamers, each episode unravels the human considerations behind AI's advancement and its potential to amplify our compassion, creativity, and wisdom. With our window of oppor ...
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When is Ampacity Not Really Ampacity?
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15:01In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc contemplate a common concept that can sometimes cause confusion. When is ampacity not really ampacity?Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 5" by Mark Lamendola. Mark continu…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc take close look at the NEC requirements for communication outlets and where confusion can come into play. Russ explores the history of communications outlets in the NEC and discusses what a "communication outlet" even is.…
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 4" by Mark Lamendola. Mark di…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the NEC’s evolving requirements for ceiling fans and what that means for installers.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 3" by Mark Lamendola. Mark ex…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss wireless and battery-powered switches. Russ also talks about how a recent Tentative Interim Amendment (TIA) revised wording for the second sentence of Sec. 210.70.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 2" by Mark Lamendola. Discove…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the Sec. 314.29 requirements regarding LB type conduit bodies and where confusion can creep in.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 1" by Mark Lamendola. Learn a…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about when barriers are required for feeder terminations.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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National Electrical Code 2023 Revision Costs Draw Debate — EC&M Code Conversations Highlights
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "National Electrical Code 2023 Revision Costs Draw Debate" by, Freelance Writer To…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc dissect the requirements in Art. 404 regarding snap switches and explain how this can get confusing.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Defending Our Digital Future in the Age of AI
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54:22Join The Humanity Code Conversations as host Heidi Lorenzen sits down with cybersecurity expert Neil Daswani to demystify AI’s role in digital safety. Pulling from his experiences at Google and as a Stanford cybersecurity educator, Daswani unpacks the complex overlap of AI and digital security, offering insights into actionable steps individuals an…
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "New York City Modernizes Its Electrical Code" by, Freelance Writer Tom Zind. This…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc go back to basics and remind themselves and our listeners why the definitions in Article 100 are so important. Specifically, this episode looks at emergency disconnect requirements in Sec. 230.85.…
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring subject matter expert Mark Lamendola's article, "Do You Know What the NEC Means by…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc break down the Code requirements surrounding sizing conductors and overcurrent protection for electric water heaters.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Leading With Human Wisdom in an Age of Algorithms
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54:36Tech meets soul in this episode as we dive deep with LeeAnn Mallorie, founder and CEO of Guts and Grace. She brings a fresh perspective on leading in the age of AI. As artificial intelligence reshapes our world at breakneck speed, LeeAnn asks us to consider whether we're ready for the technological advances we've created – not just intellectually, …
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode is about swimming pools and Sec. 680.22, and how changes to this Section will affect electrical professionals.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Investing in Humanity’s Future
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40:08Join The Humanity Code Conversations as host Heidi Lorenzen explores the ideas of AI, impact, and equity with Kim Carson, Interim Chief of Staff at Imagine Global. From her early days working on IBM Watson to her current role at a billion-dollar fund shaping the future of AI, Carson shares her vision for how artificial intelligence can help humanit…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the new Art. 722 in the 2023 edition of the NEC and how many installations prior to this new requirement are now in error.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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AI to Z: The Generation with the Most at Stake
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57:19In a conversation about Generation Z's relationship with artificial intelligence, Hannah Grady Williams and 17-year-old Mahealani Jackson reframe the notion of technology's impact on youth. As the founder of d’Skills INC., Williams is transforming how teens use AI, while Jackson exemplifies this – having gone from academic struggles to business own…
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What’s Light Got to Do With It? Possibly Everything for AI
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49:00Soulful tech entrepreneur Payam Safa reveals how understanding ourselves as beings of light could be the key to ensuring AI serves humanity's highest potential. As the founder of Light DAO, a global Web3 community of over 2,000 conscious leaders, Safa shares his philosophy that every human experience manifests light's properties - from the way we b…
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode gets into what’s new with Sec. 555.36. Specifically, Russ breaks down the new subdivision (C) that requires an externally operable emergency electrical disconnect, clearly marked “Em…
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The AI Revolution: A Creative Perspective
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1:09:36Could AI be the key to unlocking humanity's full potential? In this episode of the Humanity Code Conversations, host Heidi Lorenzen explores this possibility with her partners award-winning filmmaker Sergio Navarretta and creative visionary James Haven. The three are behind The Humanity Code film. Hear their fascinating discussion on how AI could r…
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Facing Fear and Shaping a Uniquely Human Future with AI
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50:08How do we ensure AI serves humanity's highest potential? That is the question we tackle today with tech visionary and former Singularity University CEO, Rob Nail. Drawing from his extensive experience in the crosshairs of exponential technologies and human development, Nail presents an optimistic vision of our future with AI where humans are freed …
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about Sec. 314.23 of the NEC and the requirements surrounding box supports.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Government in the Age of AI
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41:55What if AI could revolutionize your interactions with local and federal government? Join us this episode for a conversation with gov tech visionary Dustin Haisler as he uncovers the seismic shifts AI is creating in public services. From personalized citizen engagement to empowering small towns, Haisler unveils the exciting potential and pressing ch…
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Aligning Our Human Purpose with Artificial Intelligence
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1:01:16What if our future with AI could be vibrant, relational, and deeply aligned with the wisdom of nature? Well, according to futurist and humanist Caroline Chubb Calderon, it can be. Join me in this conversation as Caroline challenges our current societal paradigms and paints an inspiring picture of a flourishing future alongside artificial intelligen…
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The Neuroscience of Compassion: Dr. James Doty's Vision for AI and Humanity
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45:41In this week’s episode of the Humanity Code Conversations, Join Heidi in a conversation with Dr. Doty, neuroscientist and AI entrepreneur, who delivers a provocative exploration of compassion, technology, and human potential. He challenges our views on happiness and progress, revealing the science behind our capacity for caring, and offers a unique…
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The Trust, Data, and the AI Efficiency Trap
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1:12:05What if AI could make us better humans, not just more efficient ones? In this week’s episode, self-proclaimed "mad scientist" Dr. Vivienne Ming challenges our assumptions about artificial intelligence and human potential. A theoretical neuroscientist and AI pioneer, Dr. Ming reveals how she's using AI to tackle issues from diabetes management to re…
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at how emergency disconnects are handled in the NEC and what was added in the 2023 edition of the Code.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Join us in the most important conversation of our time: how do we encode AI with a vision for humanity before it's too late. In this podcast, we speak to tech leaders, business leaders, government leaders, spiritual leaders, and artists to get their unique perspective on this problem – and opportunity – to reset civilization as we know it.…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about why the environment in which electrical equipment is installed plays such a critical role in its longevity.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Section 210.8(D) Specific Appliances in the 2023 NEC
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10:24Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. In this episode, they look at Sec. 210.8(D) regarding specific appliances.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Vending Machine Installation Do’s and Don’ts
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12:22In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss Sec. 406.9 of the NEC and how the requirements in this Section relate to vending machine installations.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at several revisions to NEC Sec. 210.8(A) for GFCI protection of receptacles in dwelling units.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about Sec. 300.6 of the NEC and the requirements related to protecting equipment against corrosion and deterioration.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Section 680.5 GFCI and SPGFCI Protection in the 2023 NEC
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10:46Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at Sec. 680.5 Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) and Special Purpose Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (SPGFCI) Protection. Russ breaks down everything you need to know abo…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about Sec. 230 of the NEC and the requirements surrounding weatherheads or service heads.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at the Sec. 500.4 revision which clarifies that area classification documentation must be available for both classified and adjacent unclassified areas. Russ breaks down what t…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about Sec. 440 of the NEC and the ever-common problem related to working space challenges that continue to plague electrical installations.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at a new Section that was added for energy management systems that can control the maximum load of a service. Listen now to hear Russ explain what this means in technical terms…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc dive into confusion surrounding equipment grounding conductors and discuss how this often leads to Code violations in the real world.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at the Sec. 440.11 revision that relates to disconnects in dwelling units to prevent unqualified persons from contacting energized electrical equipment. Russ also shares some b…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about Sec. 314.22 as it relates to guidelines for surface extensions and how installations of this nature can ultimately go south.Von ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at Sec. 625.40 and the requirements for electric vehicle branch circuits. Listen now to learn all about the installation rules and requirements that surround EV branch circuits…
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In the latest EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about working space requirements and what happens when installers don’t follow the Code for working space clearances. To see a photo of the installation Russ talks about, visit www.ecmweb.com/21259352.…
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode dives into the new Code section, Sec. 700.11, which addresses technologies like PoE and other emergency lighting systems that use Class 2 power.…
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