Mold Money: The Podcast - Daniel Stih

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Mycotoxins Are Not VOCs - Debunking Mold Misinformation - Mold Mycotoxins Do Not Off-gas

Friday, August 8, 2025 • Duration 10:33

In this episode of Mold Money, I the record straight on a widespread myth in the mold world: the claim that mycotoxins are volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Spoiler alert — they’re not.

Learn the science behind mycotoxins, how they differ from VOCs, and why this misunderstanding can lead to misdiagnosis, ineffective testing, and wasted money. Whether you're a homeowner, practitioner or mold inspector, this episode will give you the clarity to separate fact from fiction — and protect your health and your wallet.

Have questions? Need a consult? Visit HealthyLivingSpaces.com

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Get the Book

Mold Money: How to Save Thousands of Dollars on Mold Redmediation and Make Sure the Mold Is Gone. On Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Mold-Money-Thousands-Dollars-Redmediation-ebook/dp/B06WP7WVHR

Dust Money: How to clean your home and belongings after mold remediation so you don't have to throw everything away

https://www.amazon.com/Dust-Money-belongings-remediation-everything/dp/097946854X

Rent Money: The Toxic Mold Handbook for Tenants and Landlords

https://www.amazon.com/Rent-Money-Handbook-Tenants-Landlords/dp/1736585622

What Your Builder Should Know: Best Practices for Building a Healthy Home

https://www.amazon.com/What-Your-Builder-Should-Know/dp/0979468515

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Debunking the Panic: Does Your Cell Phone Really Make Mold Worse?

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 • Duration 16:57

A blog claims your cell phone might be making black mold more aggressive — citing Dr. Klinghardt and the idea that EMFs drive mold to release more mycotoxins. Sounds alarming. In this episode, I break down what the article gets wrong. You’ll learn:

The actual research behind EMFs and mold and what it doesn’t say
Why it misrepresents the data and misinterprets the video reference
How fear-based content like this spreads misinformation and harms those struggling with mold-related illness
What to watch out for when reading online health advice — how to tell fact from fear-mongering

This isn’t about defending EMFs — it’s about protecting people from misleading claims that increase stress, instead of probmoting healing.

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Links to the “Your Cell Phone May Help Black Mold Grow” and the references it cites:

https://themoldguyinc.com/your-cell-phone-may-help-black-mold-grow/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMAV-pZMlZs
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15456218/
https://www.prohealth.com/blogs/wellness/?ref=message

Do EMFs Make Mold Grow Faster? Part 1: The EMF - Mold Connection Experiment

Monday, August 4, 2025 • Duration 08:01

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 post forwarded to me, "Why Your Cell Phone May Help Black Mold Grow." The studies referenced in that blog do not support that statment, to the contrary they are unscientific. My moto is questjon everything and see for yourself. I therfore designed and performed an experiement to see if EMFs can affect mold. Hear for yourself what I discovered.

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CFS and Mycotoxins: Why Mycotoxin Testing May Not Reveal the Cause of Your Illness

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 • Duration 31:38

Daniel Stih explores 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 perspective on how to navigate mold testing and help those struggling with CFS. If you’ve ever wondered whether mycotoxins are the smoking gun—or just smoke—this episode is a must-listen.

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Paint and Encapsulation: Should You Use It in New Home Construction?

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 • Duration 13:55

Encapsulating wood with paint is often marketed as a mold-fighting miracle for new home construction. It's not. In this episode:

Caliwel paint and how it’s supposed to work
Active ingredients (hydrated lime) and their role in mold prevention
Why using an encapsulant on wood during new home construction might not work.
Problems paint encapsulation coatings create, including trapping moisture and failing
How to prevent mold without using paint or encapsulation

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Ask a question about mold. Schedule a consultation to solve your mold problem.
Website: https://healthylivingspaces.com

Get the Books:

Mold Money: How to Save Thousands of Dollars on Mold Redmediation and Make Sure the Mold Is Gone.
https://www.amazon.com/Mold-Money-Thousands-Dollars-Redmediation-ebook/dp/B06WP7WVHR

What Your Builder Should Know: Best Practices for Building a Healthy Home
https://www.amazon.com/What-Your-Builder-Should-Know/dp/0979468515

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Mold in Your Rental? How to Talk to Your Landlord—and What NOT to Say

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 • Duration 16:51

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 confusion, giving you the real-world strategies you need to handle mold disputes calmly, professionally, and effectively—without getting lost in scientific jargon or legal red tape.

Whether you’re a renter worried about your health—or a landlord trying to do the right thing—this episode is your mold crisis game plan.

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Rent Money: The Toxic Mold Handbook for Tenants and Landlords by Daniel Stih
https://www.amazon.com/Rent-Money-Handbook-Tenants-Landlords/dp/1736585622

Schedule a consultation: https://healthylivingspaces.com

Take a course - How to test for mold and where to look for mold:
https://healthylivingspaces.com

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Mold Is Not Everywhere - Debunking Misinterpretations of NYS Mold Law

Sunday, June 15, 2025 • Duration 16:48

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 remediation, and mold laws from other states for comparison.

You’ll learn:

Why “mold-growth free” should be the goal — not what’s visible
How NY’s law can be clarified to protect homeowners
What homeowners should ask a mold remediation company to ensure all mold growth has been removed

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Licensing of Mold Inspection, Assessment and Remediation Specialists and Minimum Work Standards Article 32 New York State Labor Law Effective July 28, 2015
https://dol.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2021/03/mold-law-nysdol.pdf

Ask a question about mold at https://healthylivingspaces.com

Take a course - How to test for mold and where to look for mold: https://healthylivingspaces.com

Get the Books:

Mold Money: How to Save Thousands of Dollars on Mold Redmediation and Make Sure the Mold Is Gone. On Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Mold-Money-Thousands-Dollars-Redmediation-ebook/dp/B06WP7WVHR

Dust Money: How to clean your home and belongings after mold remediation so you don't have to throw everything away

AMEA Mycotoxin Air Test for Mold (Airborne Mycotoxin Environmental Analysis)

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 • Duration 23:44

In this episode I summarize points from a discussion with Andrea Hembroff and the owner of Respirarelabs, in which I asked questions about the AMEA (Airborne Mycotoxin Environmental Analysis) test for mycotoxins. On the my other podcast, The Daniel Stih Podcast, Andrea was as a Guest to speak about mold illness and mold testing.

Use the following links to listen to that episode:

Title: Mold, mycotoxins, mold testing, AMEA: Guest Andrea Hembroff on environmental illness and testing for mold.

The Daniel Stih Podcast, with guest, Andrea Hermbroff:
https://danielstih.com/podcast/blog/7536444/healing-from-mold-mycotoxins-the-path-to-environmental-wellness

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Mold in Your HVAC ( Air Conditioning ) System & Air Ducts: Myths, Facts, and How to Fix It

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 • Duration 18:33

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 conditoning 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 shinning in the wrong places. Your health depends on the air you breathe—make sure it’s clean. Tune in to get the knowledge you need to protect your home and health.

SHOW NOTES

Ask a question about mold.

Have a consultation to solve your mold problem.

Website: https://healthylivingspaces.com

Get the Book, Mold Money: How to Save Thousands of Dollars on Mold Redmediation and Make Sure the Mold Is Gone. On Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Mold-Money-Thousands-Dollars-Redmediation-ebook/dp/B06WP7WVHR

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Answers to Mold Questions: Special Situations

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 • Duration 11:48

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 essential knowledge to stay informed and mold-free.

SHOW NOTES

Ask a question about mold.

Have a consultation to solve your mold problem.

Website: https://healthylivingspaces.com

Mold Money: How to Save Thousands of Dollars on Mold Redmediation and Make Sure the Mold Is Gone. On Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Mold-Money-Thousands-Dollars-Redmediation-ebook/dp/B06WP7WVHR

Dust Money: How to clean your home and belongings after mold remediation so you don't have to throw everything away
https://www.amazon.com/Dust-Money-belongings-remediation-everything/dp/097946854X

Rent Money: The Toxic Mold Handbook for Tenants and Landlords
https://www.amazon.com/Rent-Money-Handbook-Tenants-Landlords/dp/1736585622

What Your Builder Should Know: Best Practices for Building a Healthy Home
https://www.amazon.com/What-Your-Builder-Should-Know/dp/0979468515

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