EC&M Code Conversations

EC&M Code Conversations

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

August 4, 2025 6 mins

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. 

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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 u...

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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.

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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.

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June 1, 2025 7 mins

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.

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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...

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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.

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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 pertai...

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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about when barriers are required for feeder terminations.

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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 "National Electrical Code 2023 Revision Costs Draw Debate" by, Freelance Writer Tom Zind. This member's only news piece looked at housing affordability concern...

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March 3, 2025 7 mins

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc dissect the requirements in Art. 404 regarding snap switches and explain how this can get confusing.

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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 "New York City Modernizes Its Electrical Code" by, Freelance Writer Tom Zind. This member's only news piece went in depth about the new municipal standard that...

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February 3, 2025 6 mins

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc go back to basics and remind themselves and our listeners why the definitions in Article 100 are so important. Specifically, this episode looks at emergency disconnect requirements in Sec. 230.85.

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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 subject matter expert Mark Lamendola's article, "Do You Know What the NEC Means by “Raceway”?" This term is sometimes confusing, even to people with years of e...

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January 9, 2025 9 mins

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc break down the Code requirements surrounding sizing conductors and overcurrent protection for electric water heaters.

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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode is about swimming pools and Sec. 680.22, and how changes to this Section will affect electrical professionals.

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December 2, 2024 9 mins

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the new Art. 722 in the 2023 edition of the NEC and how many installations prior to this new requirement are now in error.

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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode gets into what’s new with Sec. 555.36. Specifically, Russ breaks down the new subdivision (C) that requires an externally operable emergency electrical disconnect, clearly marked “Emergency Shutoff” that can de-energize all power at each marina power outlet or enclos...

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November 4, 2024 7 mins

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about Sec. 314.23 of the NEC and the requirements surrounding box supports.

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October 21, 2024 8 mins

Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at how emergency disconnects are handled in the NEC and what was added in the 2023 edition of the Code.

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