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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 technical authority (established in 1901) for electrical professionals who design, construct, and maintain electrical systems for all types of businesses across a variety of vertical markets and industries. Part of Endeavor Business Media‘s portfolio of publications, ”Code Conversations” is a spinoff of EC&M On Air, brought to you by Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Associate Editor Ellie Coggins with artwork by Senior Art Director David Eckhart. For more info on this unique package of content for the electrical market, check us out at www.ecmweb.com.
Episodes
Monday Sep 01, 2025
Monday Sep 01, 2025
In 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?
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Monday Aug 18, 2025
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 continues from where we left off with Sec. 110.3.
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Monday Aug 04, 2025
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.
Monday Jul 21, 2025
Monday Jul 21, 2025
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 dives into Sec. 110.3, which examination and identification, installation and use, and listing.
Monday Jul 07, 2025
Monday Jul 07, 2025
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.
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
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 explains what “approved” means in the NEC, and what exactly the AHJ is.
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
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.
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
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. Discover why Art. 110 of the National Electrical Code contains a Part I with general requirements.
Monday May 05, 2025
Monday May 05, 2025
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.
Monday Apr 21, 2025
Monday Apr 21, 2025
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 about the scope of Art. 110 of the National Electrical Code and what it pertains to.