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About This Solo Episode

• Host & Expert: Daniel Stih (Board-Certified ACAC Indoor Environmental Consultant [CIEC/CMC], Former Process Engineer, and Bestselling Author of Mold Money)
• Core Objective: Deconstructing complex Building Science and industrial Mold Remediation protocols to protect homeowner health and eliminate predatory industry pricing.
• Systems Framework: Applying Root-Cause Analysis and Engineering Logic to isolate moisture sources, analyze structural dynamics, and verify air quality testing…

Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), often referred to as mold illness, is a complex and often debated condition.

In this episode, I share my personal experience of becoming sick, working through recovery, and approaching the problem the way I approach everything—as an engineer trying to understand what's actually happening.

I walk through:

• how I evaluated my environment
• what testing revealed (and what it didn't)
• patterns I observed in what helped and what didn't
• how I began to consider the role of…

Daniel talks with Andrea Hembroff about mold and environmental illness. Andrea introduces an innovative air test for mycotoxins called AMEA, which uses ELISA technology to detect mold mycotoxins in indoor air. If you've ever suspected mold might be impacting your health — or you want a clearer understanding of how to recover from environmental illness — this episode is for you.

This episode was originally published as part of The Daniel Stih Podcast, where I explore problem solving, engineering, systems…

Jason Earle developed the Got Mold? Test Kit to make air sampling accessible and affordable. 

In this conversation, we explore:

• What problem air sampling is intended to solve
• The role of independent mold inspectors
• The difference between testing, investigating, and remediation

The discussion explores a recurring theme throughout this podcast:

Before choosing a solution, it's worth asking what problem we're trying to solve.

This episode is available on The  Daniel Stih Podcast. The links below will take you…

About This Solo Episode

• Host & Expert: Daniel Stih (Board-Certified ACAC Indoor Environmental Consultant [CIEC/CMC], Former Process Engineer, and Bestselling Author of Mold Money)
• Core Objective: Critically analyzing the structural efficacy, material limitations, and moisture-trapping risks of utilizing topical anti-microbial paint codings on raw lumber during framing.
• Systems Framework: Applying Thermodynamics and Psychrometrics to evaluate how chemical barriers alter the Permeability of building…

On  The Daniel Stih Podcast, I had Andrea Hermbroff, owner of Align Mold Consulting on as a guest. Her company helps people with environmental health issues, find professionals to treat and diagnose them. Andrea works for a company that sells a new type of mold test, one that tests the air for mycotoxins. The company's test is called AMEA, A-M-E-A, short for Airborne Mycotoxin Environmental Analysis.

What's collected in the air sample is actually analyzed using ELISA, E-L-I-S-A, it's enzyme-linked…

Mold in your apartment or rental home can feel like a nightmare—how you handle the conversation with your landlord makes all the difference. In this episode, Daniel Stih shares practical guidance for tenants and landlords navigating mold problems:

• What to say—and what NOT to say—to your landlord if you find mold
• Common mistakes tenants make that can derail getting help
• Smart steps for landlords to protect their property and avoid liability
• Why involving the right experts matters

Daniel cuts through the…

A mold remediation company in New York claims that New York State doesn’t require mold to be completely removed — only that the area is “clean, dry, and free of visible mold.” In this episode, I dive into Article 32 of the Law and expose flaws in how some remediation contractors interpret — and twist — the language of the law to suit them. As a mold expert and a rocket scientist, I break down why their interpretation is misleading and unprofessional, using logic, the standard for professional mold…

Explore why urine mycotoxin testing in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) patients might be misleading.

• Why the science behind urine mycotoxin tests is flawed
• How mycotoxins come from food
• Why people with CFS might have impaired detox pathways, making them sensitive to toxins
• The pitfalls of focusing on mycotoxins instead of a broader picture
• What better strategies  to help CFS sufferers identify root causes and improve their health

Daniel cuts through the fear and misinformation, offering a science-based…

About This Solo Episode

• Host & Expert: Daniel Stih (Aerospace Engineer, Board-Certified ACAC Indoor Environmental Consultant (CIEC/CMC), and Bestselling Author of Mold Money)
• Core Objective: Explaining why mold odors sometimes persist after remediation by examining the science of moisture, hidden mold, and post-remediation verification.
• Systems Framework: Applying root-cause analysis and engineering principles to identify moisture sources, evaluate hidden mold, and verify remediation through inspection…

About This Solo Episode

• Host & Expert: Daniel Stih (Aerospace Engineer, Board-Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant [CIEC/CMC], and Author of Unplugged: How to Find and Get Rid of EMFs)
• Core Objective: Deconstructing a viral environmental health claim by auditing the raw research models, video assets, and biological data regarding fungal responses to electromagnetic radiation.
• Systems Framework: Applying Rigorous Scientific Skepticism and Technical Data Auditing to separate peer-reviewed biophysics…

About This Solo Episode

• Host & Expert: Host & Expert: Daniel Stih (Aerospace Engineer, Board-Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant (CIEC/CMC), and Bestselling Author of Mold Money)
• Core Objective: Examining the widespread misconception that mycotoxins are volatile organic compounds (VOCs) by distinguishing between airborne gases and particle-bound fungal toxins.
• Scientific Framework: Applying principles of chemistry, aerosol science, and indoor environmental science to explain how mycotoxins differ…

In this episode of Mold Money, Daniel Stih breaks down a controversial, scientifically sound truth: all molds have the potential to produce mycotoxins, not just a few that “toxic” species.

Learn why the common belief that only certain molds are dangerous is misleading and leads to false assumptions. This is a problem when people find mycotoxins in their urine and try to trace them back to specific molds in their home, something that can not be done that way.

Daniel clarifies what he means by "potential" and…

Can electromagnetic fields affect how fast mold grows and which types grow? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of an experiment I designed to find out.

You'll learn:

• How I designed my experiment
• What I’m measuring, for how long, under what conditions
• The different types of EMFs I studied — WiFi, electric, magnetic fields

This is Part 1 of a two-part series. In the next episode, I’ll share what I found, and what it might mean for people trying to live in healthier homes. It was inspired by a blog…

About This Solo Episode

• Host & Expert: Daniel Stih (Aerospace Engineer, Board-Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant [CIEC/CMC], and Author of What Your Builder Should Know)
• Core Objective: Evaluating whether Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) can effectively dry crawlspaces and identifying the conditions under which they may worsen moisture problems.
• Scientific Framework: Applying psychrometrics, building science, and heat and moisture transfer principles to distinguish between drying a crawlspace…

Article Overview & Expert Credentials

• Author & Expert: Daniel Stih (Board-Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant [CIEC/CMC], Aerospace Engineer, Environmental Investigator, and Bestselling Author of Mold Money)
• Question This Article Answers: Does exposure to electric fields, magnetic fields, WiFi, or everyday electronic devices influence mold growth?
• Engineering Perspective: Rather than repeating claims made by proponents or critics of EMF exposure, this article proivides the results of a controlled…

People often assume that detecting something automatically explains the cause of a problem. In complex systems, detection and causation are not the same thing. In this episode, I examine the logic, assumptions, and scientific limitations behind urine mycotoxin testing — particularly when it’s used to draw conclusions about mold exposure, chronic fatigue, or illness causation.

We explore:

• correlation vs causation
• hidden variables in medical testing
• why proxy measurements get over interpreted
• confounded study…

There’s a lot of misinformation about mold in HVAC ( air conditioning ) systems and air ducts. Should you be concerned? Will sanitizing the ductwork solve the problem? In this episode, I break down the facts and debunk myths surrounding mold in your air conditioning and ventilation system.

You'll learn how mold grows in HVAC systems, how to detect and test for mold in air ducts and—most importantly—how to remove mold effectively without wasting money on ineffective solutions such as sanitizers and UV light…

In this episode, we tackle the more questions about mold and its impact on your home and health, even your vehicle. Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, or just mold-curious, this episode will give you the knowledge to stay informed and mold-free.

The Mold Money Podcast

Mold exposure can pose serious health risks, but how do you know if it’s affecting you or your loved ones? In this episode, we explore the health impacts of mold exposure, from respiratory issues and allergies to chronic symptoms linked to toxic mold.

Learn how to recognize the signs of mold-related illnesses, protect yourself and your family, and safely address mold issues without compromising your health. Whether you’re dealing with mold in your home, workplace, or rental property, this episode will…