Manufacturing Culture Podcast
Jim Mayer
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155 episodes — long track record
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Recent Episodes
Aron Kolosik | Dude, You're Miserable
In this episode, Aaron Kolosic shares his 25-year journey through manufacturing, leadership, and mentorship. He discusses the importance of culture, resilience, and personal growth in the…
Todd Smith | There's Private Equity and There's Private Equity
In this episode, Jim Mayer interviews Todd Smith, CFO of AMFT, who shares his unconventional journey from banking and law to manufacturing leadership. They discuss company culture, private equity,…
Hexagon's Shop Floor Social Nashville | Nobody Notices Quality Until It Fails
This bonus episode was recorded live at Hexagon's Shop Floor Social in Nashville — and it did not go the way a typical panel discussion goes.Jim sat down with Kieth Bieger, Global Metrology…
Kyle Ellis | Machining Found Me
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, Jim Mayer interviews Kyle Ellis, the leader of Torque Manufacturing. They discuss the transformation of a machining business into a brand that…
Steve Shebuski | The Box Doesn't Move Itself
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture podcast, host Jim Mayer speaks with Steve Shebuski, a seasoned professional in the supply chain and warehousing industry. They discuss the complexities of…
Kevin Tamanini | Stop Promoting the Best Machinist
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer speaks with Kevin Tamanini, an expert in industrial and organizational psychology, about the critical role of leadership in…
Hexagon's Shop Floor Social Tempe | Honest Problems, Uncomfortable Solutions
Live from Tempe, this Shop Floor Social brings together manufacturing leaders for a straight conversation about what actually changes after technology hits the shop floor.This isn’t about hype or…
Justin Keskel | Do It Right, Then Do It Fast
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer speaks with Justin Keskel, a multifaceted expert in CNC machining and modern manufacturing. They explore Justin's journey into the…
John Albers | Built to Serve, Built to Last
In this episode, Jim Mayer interviews John Albers, a retired Marine Colonel and founder of Albers Aerospace, about the critical importance of rebuilding America's manufacturing base as a national…
Jared Reining | Be Weird, Go First
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer welcomes Jared Reining, a skilled machinist and entrepreneur, who shares his journey into the world of manufacturing. Jared…
Daniel Stanfill | When Work Stops Feeling Like Work
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer welcomes Daniel Stanphill, a passionate figure in the electronics manufacturing industry. Daniel shares his journey from stumbling…
Chuck Coxhead | Different Beats Better
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer speaks with Chuck Coxhead about the importance of evolving manufacturing practices and company culture. They discuss the need for…
George Pesansky | Excellence Without Burning People Out
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture podcast, host Jim Mayer speaks with George Pesansky, a global authority on operational excellence. They discuss the importance of workplace culture, the…
Andrew Johnson | Changing Systems Without Losing People
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, Jim Mayer speaks with Andrew Johnson about the intricacies of manufacturing culture, the importance of authenticity in leadership, and lessons…
My Digital Twin: Mark Vanderwarf
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer speaks with Mark Vanderwarf, a business growth strategist and sustainability advocate. They discuss the importance of…
The Shift to Root Cause Medicine: Dr. Erica Armstrong's Journey
SummaryIn this conversation, Dr. Erica Armstrong discusses her journey from traditional healthcare to founding Root Functional Medicine, a virtual clinic focused on treating root causes of chronic…
Speed, Precision, and Culture in Manufacturing
In this live panel discussion on the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer engages with four industry experts from diverse backgrounds in manufacturing, robotics, and semiconductors. The…
Craftsmanship and Family: The Country Craft Journey
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, Jim Mayer interviews Elvin Hurst, the founder of Country Craft, who shares his journey from a farmer to a successful entrepreneur in the…
We Undersell What We Do w/ Danny Gonzales
In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer speaks with Danny Gonzales, a media expert in the manufacturing sector. They discuss the importance of storytelling and digital…
Apprenticeships, Paychecks and the Next Generation of Makers
Scott Peters on Trades, Talent and the Culture Shift Manufacturing Can’t AvoidScott Peters is one of those guests who reminds you why the industry still matters. He came up in the late seventies, lear…
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