#indoor-air-quality
15 episodes
#3712: Can You Train Your Nose to Ignore a Scent You Hate?
How your nose physically stops noticing constant odors—and what to do when it won't.
#3710: The Scent You Can't Escape: Olfactory Branding's Quiet Takeover
Hotels, gyms, and luxury apartments are pumping custom fragrances into their air. But what happens when you can't opt out of breathing the lobby?
#3686: How to Spot a Gas Building Before You Buy or Rent
Spotting gas infrastructure in Israeli apartment buildings is harder than you think. Here's what to look for.
#3678: Is Gas in Our Homes a Needless Risk?
A near-fatal gas explosion in Jerusalem raises hard questions about the safety of gas in our homes and apartments.
#3147: Third-Hand Smoke: What Lingers in Your Walls
How to detect hidden cigarette residue in rentals and why third-hand smoke persists for years.
#3145: Where Indoor Smoking Is Still Legal in 2026
Indonesia, Germany, Japan, Egypt, and Russia — the surprising places where lighting up indoors is still allowed.
#2728: Cleaning When You Can't Handle the Fumes
Vinegar and baking soda work, but not as disinfectants. Here’s what actually works for asthma-safe cleaning.
#2727: Your Kitchen Air Is Worse Than a Smoggy Day
Gas stoves spike NO2 above EPA limits in minutes. Here’s how to fix your kitchen air.
#2628: Your Snake Plant Isn't Saving You
Why your houseplants aren't cleaning your air — and what they're actually doing for you.
#643: The Silent Killer in Your Smart Home
Learn why carbon monoxide is the "silent killer" and how to properly place and maintain your sensors to protect your home.
#549: When Particles Cross Into Your Blood
Discover why the smallest air particles are the most dangerous and how HEPA filters tackle the "impossible" 0.3-micron challenge.
#500: Why Mold Smells Linger and Bleach Backfires
Is a lingering musty smell haunting your home? Discover the science of MVOCs and how to eliminate hidden mold without tearing down your walls.
#426: The Dew Point in Your Walls
Is your home a petri dish? Learn how to spot hidden mold, why bleach might be failing you, and how to stop "spore cannons" in their tracks.
#320: When You Need Data to Trust the Air Again
Worried about mold or asthma? Herman and Corn break down the science of air sensors and how to choose a HEPA filter that actually works.
#197: The Mystery Leak: Why Finding Water Damage Is Harder Than Fixing It
A leaky ceiling is more than a nuisance—it’s a health hazard. Learn how to find hidden water sources and protect your home from toxic mold.