Flow Meter Guy Podcast

The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Join our Host, Brent Baird - Business Entrepreneurial and Entertaining Speaker - as he showcases the successes and contributions of the industry’s best and brightest.

Engineering the Flow 02/02/2026

Engineering the Flow Engineering the Flow: Hybrid Ultrasonic Flow Meters Explained | A Conversation with a Badger Meter Engineer Join Brent Baird—the Flow Meter Guy—inside the world of cutting-edge flow measurement as he sits down with Cheryl Ades Anspach, engineer and product manager at Badger Meter. From her engineering career journey to the technology behind Badger Meters new hybrid ultrasonic flow meter, this conversation blends real-world engineering insight with practical business and product lessons. Share this Video: You Tube Channel: YouTube Channel : Instruments Direct Website : Music, video, audio licensed through Envatomarket, Storyblocks, IStock /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/39970395

Pitching for HVAC 11/03/2025

Pitching for HVAC Meet Luke Bumgardner, a Project Specialist and Registered Professional Engineer who brings the same energy to mountain climbs and baseball diamonds as he does to balancing air and water systems. Luke works in the Testing, Adjusting & Balancing (TAB) and Commissioning business, with extensive experience in healthcare and medical research facilities—especially containment and cleanroom environments where precision isn’t optional, it’s critical. Join Brent Baird, the Flow Meter Guy, as he dives into Luke’s world of engineering, adventure, and how staying active helps him stay in the flow—both in life and in HVAC. /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/38895530

Mentorship: Transformed My Career. The voice of Water Treatment – Trace Blackmore, Scaling UP! H2O Podcast 10/13/2025

Mentorship: Transformed My Career. The voice of Water Treatment – Trace Blackmore, Scaling UP! H2O Podcast The Voice of Water Treatment – Trace Blackmore, Scaling UP! H2O Podcast In this episode of Flow Meter Guy, Brent Baird interviews Trace Blackmore, a serial entrepreneur and host of the Scaling UP! H2O Podcast. Trace shares insights on mentorship, time management, and building a successful business—all while becoming one of the most recognized voices in the water treatment industry.. Share this Video: /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/38569670

Balancing for Success 09/28/2025

Balancing for Success Be bold, be authentic, and use your voice to make an impact — and grow your business. In this episode of the Flow Meter Guy podcast, Eric Grundmeier shares his inspiring journey from apprentice to General Manager of RSAnalysis, an environmental test and balance company. Share this Video: You Tube Channel: /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/38381905

Hooked on HVAC 09/03/2025

Hooked on HVAC What’s cooler than air conditioning? Meet the guy who’s been making buildings smarter, leaner, and greener for 40 years. Welcome to Flow Meter Guy! In this episode, our guest Stephen Wiggins proves he’s truly Hooked on HVAC. With over 40 years of experience optimizing building operations, Stephen has led more than 400 projects spanning 30+ million square feet of facilities—including educational campuses, research labs, cultural institutions, healthcare centers, corporate headquarters, and even military bases. A published author and highly sought-after speaker, Stephen is also a trusted educator, frequently teaching certification seminars on commissioning and retrocommissioning. His expertise ensures that whether it’s a complex hospital, a university facility, or a secure military installation, buildings perform at their absolute best. Tune in to hear his insights, stories, and lessons from a lifetime dedicated to making buildings smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/38074240

Adjusting to Success – Building an Empire of Wellness 06/19/2025

Adjusting to Success – Building an Empire of Wellness Welcome to Flow Meter Guy! Today, join us as we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Dr. Ollie Evans, founder of Georgia Chiropractic & Massage. Discover how he built an empire of wellness and hear firsthand how he fixed my back after a game of pickleball, golf, or simply getting out of bed. Watch Video: /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/37076280

Podcasters Deserve to Get Paid! Here's Why. 05/20/2025

Podcasters Deserve to Get Paid! Here's Why. Welcome to Flow Meter Guy! Today! We're joined by Victoria Meyer, Host of The Chemical Show Podcast, as we dive into her entrepreneurial journey and uncover how podcasters can turn thier passion unto profit. /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/36643790

Business in the Danger Zone 05/06/2025

Business in the Danger Zone Welcome to "Flow Meter Guy"! Today Brent Baird is Joined by Donald Pittser, President of Jedi Balancing, as we explore his bold entrepreneurial journey-chasing business across the globe. /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/36459595

Successful Businessman's Reward: Porsche 911 Turbo S 04/29/2025

Successful Businessman's Reward: Porsche 911 Turbo S Welcome to Flow Meter Guy (Brent Baird). Today we're joined by Greg Reid, founder of Icon Process Controls, to explore his entrepreneurial journey and his passion for fast cars and paddle wheel flow meters. Watch video /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/36361220

I have No Business Running a Business 04/02/2025

I have No Business Running a Business Welcome to Flow Meter Guy, your go-to podcast for all thing relasted to Flow, Business and Life. Today our special guest is Brent Baird the "Flow Meter Guy" as he shares his wit, wisdom and remarkable journey as an entrepreneur. Catch all teh video podcast episodes at /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/35976440

Unlock Your Business Potential with Data Impact 03/22/2025

Unlock Your Business Potential with Data Impact Well then - Today, we're diving deep into the crucial world of data-driven decision-making, which can spell success or setbacks for your business. Forget all about the AI buzz; we're rolling up our sleeves to uncover the power of the data you already have - or should be gathering. Our guest is Ritavan, an entrepreneurial technology leader with a decade of experience focused on data-driven business impact. He has authored papers, spoken at global conferences and holds an international patent. Known for his first-principles approch to buildng and scaling data-driven solutions across industries, he combines deep technical expertise with strategic vision and an execution-focused mindset. His latest book, Data Impact offers actionable insights to fuel your business growth. Welcome to Flow Meter Guy, your go-to podcast for all things relasted to entrepreneurs, business and life. Brent Baird (Flow Meter Guy) interviews Ritavan, author of Data Impact, available at /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/35820120

Flow Meter Guy Episode 5: All Things Joel Shannon 08/17/2024

Flow Meter Guy Episode 5: All Things Joel Shannon The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Joel Shannon, a distinguished expert in the Test and Balance Industry and renowned for his remarkable success in building a thriving business. Contact us if you would like to share your story! /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/32622137

Flow Meter Guy Episode 4: All Things Michael Calbert 08/10/2024

Flow Meter Guy Episode 4: All Things Michael Calbert The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Michael Calbert, a luminary in the realm of process control instrumentation and equipment. Join us today as he shares his wit and wisdom regarding the journey to becoming a successful businessman. Contact us if you would like to share your story! /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/32525077

Flow Meter Guy Episode 3: All Things Peter Barna 07/27/2024

Flow Meter Guy Episode 3: All Things Peter Barna The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Peter Barna, a seasoned expert from Eletta Flow, who's here to share his wit and wisdom on life and his remarkable journey in the realm of flow meter technology. Contact us if you would like to share your story! /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/32316117

Flow Meter Guy Episode 2: All Things Derek Hedrick 07/19/2024

Flow Meter Guy Episode 2: All Things Derek Hedrick The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Derek Hedrick of Ameritech Data Solutions- who shares his wit and wisdom on life and his journey to building a successful software and IT services company. Contact us if you would like to share your story! /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/32217107

Flow Meter Guy Episode 1: All Things Jeff Merman 07/09/2024

Flow Meter Guy Episode 1: All Things Jeff Merman The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Jeff Merman - who shares his wit and wisdom on flow meters and life after running his company Automatic Controls. Contact us if you would like to share your story! /episode/index/show/054e902c-0075-415a-ab2e-b73f582aa678/id/32066072

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