Y’all ready for this? We’re kicking off our brand-new podcast series, "Everything is Cleaner in Texas," sponsored by STERIS IMS, with a big, bold look at the future of chapter education in the Lone Star State! In this premiere episode, hosts Hank Balch and Dusty Glass team up to share the vision behind Houston’s newly relaunched chapter—and the powerful role that education, networking, and innovation will play in shaping the next generation of Sterile Processing professionals. Saddle up and see how Texas is raising the bar for chapter education!

From east to west and everywhere in between, no one’s seen it all quite like Ron Hunsucker. In this week’s episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, we sit down with the legendary “Cowboy of Clean” to talk shop on everything from certification journeys to culture shifts in Sterile Processing. With four decades of boots-on-the-ground experience, Ron shares the wins, the lessons, and the leadership mindset that’s shaped his work across every corner of the Lone Star State. Whether you're learning the ropes or leading the way, this conversation is filled with hard-earned wisdom and that signature Texas grit.

SPD leaders don’t just manage—they mentor, motivate, and make big things happen. And in Texas, that’s how it’s done! This week, host Dusty Glass sits down with Felicia Sheriff for a heart-filled conversation about what it really means to lead with purpose in Sterile Processing. From creating a culture of trust to redefining employee onboarding and training, Felicia shares her tried-and-true strategies for building strong, resilient teams from the ground up. Whether you’re wrangling outdated training programs or leading the next generation of #CleanFreaks, this episode delivers real talk, real experience, and real strategies—Texas style. Y’all don’t want to miss this one!

Everything’s bigger in Texas—and that’s especially true in the Texas Medical Center, where the pace never slows and the pressure is always on! In this episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, hosts Hank Balch and Dusty Glass sit down with Anna Castillo-Gutierrez for a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to work inside one of the most complex, high-volume medical centers in the country. From nonstop surgical schedules to navigating rapid turnarounds, Anna shares how her Sterile Processing team rises to the challenge every day—and why education, communication, and resilience are key in SPD. Tune in for a powerful glimpse into what it takes to keep #FightingDirty deep in the heart of Houston!

​On this week’s episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, we’re wrangling one of the toughest, sneakiest outlaws in SPD — the one and only biofilm! Join host Dusty Glass as he sits down with STERIS’s Amy Williams to break down how this invisible threat forms, spreads, and sticks around longer than it should. From point-of-use cleaning to the risks of dried-on bioburden, Amy shares practical insights, tough truths, and the strategies every frontline team needs to know to stop biofilm in its tracks. If you’ve ever wondered how biofilm forms—or how to stop the spread—this episode is packed with the tools you need to #FightDirty!

Across the great state of Texas and beyond, Sterile Processing pros are sharpening their skills, building confidence, and making a real impact where it matters most – patient safety. In this week’s episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, hosts Hank Balch and Dusty Glass team up with Kurt Van Sickel, Program Director and Career Coach at Good Works Collective, to spotlight the power of professional development in SPD. From the classroom to #FightingDirty in decontam, Kurt shares how upskilling, soft-skill training, and real-world mentorship are opening career doors – and powering the next generation of #CleanFreaks. Ready to invest in your team – or yourself? This one’s for you!

Saddle up, #TexasCleanFreaks–because this week we’re tackling one of the sneakiest budget-busters in SPD—power equipment failures! Join Dusty Glass as he sits down with Elvis Lormeus, Corporate Product Manager at STERIS, to dive into the hidden dangers behind equipment breakdowns in Sterile Processing. You’ll discover how small missed steps in reprocessing can lead to major power equipment failures—and how preventive maintenance, IFU knowledge, and smart vendor support can help your team stay a step ahead. This episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas is packed with insights and strategies to keep your power equipment running strong when it matters most, so tune in today!