Episodes 55
Avg. Duration 34m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (18)
Since Apr 2024
Latest Episode Apr 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
83%
Hosting
feed.podbean.com

About This Podcast

Welcome to MetaPod, where we discuss operational execs and organizations that make and move stuff. No matter what we’re making and moving, we all have the same 3 headaches: digitization/digital transformation, the forever labor shortage, and doing more with less.

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Recent Episodes

S2E24 AI for Shippers: Exposing Waste, Stopping Fraud, and Holding 3PLs Accountable

Apr 06, 2026 36m

Explore the role of AI in logistics and 3PL accountability with Ron Crabtree and Will Kraus on MetaPod. Dive into how shippers can uncover hidden waste, identify low-value logistics providers, and…

S2E23 Digital Transformation Without the Buzzwords: How to Lead with Outcomes, Not Tools

Mar 03, 2026 31m

Explore the forever labor shortage and AI-driven business transformation with Ron Crabtree and Rocky Vienna on MetaPod. Dive into the outcome-first methodology, AI readiness diagnostics, and how to…

S2E22 The Future Is Now: AI and 3D Printing for a Stronger Manufacturing Industry

Feb 02, 2026 42m

Explore artificial intelligence and additive manufacturing with Ron Crabtree and Pavan Muzumdar on MetaPod. Dive into diagnosing workforce, operations, and supply chain gaps, using AI to support…

S2E21 Innovation, Security & Strategy: A Blueprint for What’s Next

Jan 06, 2026 44m

Explore the future innovation and cybersecurity readiness with Ron Crabtree and Natalie Born on MetaPod. Dive into how to integrate AI into the workforce, why change management is the make-or-break…

S2E20 The Zelem Shift: How Culture and Leadership Combat the Labor Shortage

Dec 01, 2025 38m

Explore the hidden impact of workplace culture and the shift from correction to prevention with Ron Crabtree and Jim Zelem on MetaPod. Dive into why culture is built on behaviors leaders reward and…

S2E19 The Next Generation of Expertise: Autonomous AI in Manufacturing

Nov 03, 2025 39m

Explore tribal knowledge loss and AI-enabled decision-making on the plant floor with Ron Crabtree and Bryan DeBois on Meta Pod. Dive into how machine teaching captures expert heuristics before…

S2E18 From Chaos to Clarity: Why Every Business Needs a Systems Champion

Oct 06, 2025 40m

Explore systems champions and process-first, AI-driven digitization with Ron Crabtree and Devid Jenyns on MetaPod. Dive into how to capture tribal knowledge before it walks out the door, use…

S2E17 The Gratitude Gear: Building Loyalty Beyond Paychecks

Sep 01, 2025 47m

Explore the forever labor shortage and digital transformation with Ron Crabtree and Lisa Ryan on Meta Pod. Dive into why gratitude is the missing gear in manufacturing, how stay interviews and…

S2E16 Building Talent Before You Need It: A Smarter Approach to Workforce Strategy

Aug 20, 2025 31m

Explore the forever labor shortage and sustainable workforce development with Ron Crabtree and Tia Rivera on MetaPod. Dive into why companies must shift from reactive hiring to strategic talent…

S2E15 Smarter Logistics: Using AI to Do More with Less

Jul 07, 2025 33m

Explore operational efficiency and sustainability-driven emissions reduction with Ron Crabtree and Rich Savoie on MetaPod. Dive into AI-powered data harmonization, aligning cost-and-carbon KPIs, and…

S2E14 How to Relocate Operations Without Regret: What to Plan and What to Avoid

Jul 03, 2025 16m

Explore manufacturing relocation strategies and common pitfalls to avoid with Kim Crabtree and Neal McGee on this special edition of MetaPod. Dive into proven methods for moving operations, why…

S2E18 Smarter Procurement: Using Software to Transform Sourcing & Supplier Strategy

Jul 03, 2025 15m

Explore cost transparency and digital procurement transformation with Kim Crabtree and Jeoff Burris on this special edition of MetaPod. Dive into how to build systems that reflect real cost…

S2E14 The ROI of Simulation: How Digital Twin Modeling Drives Financial Wins

Jul 03, 2025 23m

Explore digital-tein supply-chain simulation and enterprise-wide data aggregation with Kim Crabtree and Greg Smith on this special edition of MetaPod. Dive into how centralized data unlocks proactive…

S2E14 How Smart Companies Prepare for Tariff Waves with Strategic Planning

Jul 03, 2025 20m

Explore the total landed cost modeling and strategic supply chain planning with Ron Crabtree and Dennis Schneider on this special edition of MetaPod. Dive into why most companies aren’t fully…

S2E14 Misclassified and Overcharged: How Errors in Trade Codes Cost You Money

Jun 25, 2025 20m

Explore the risks of import/export misclassification and tariff compliance strategy with Kim Crabtree and MetaExpert Bob Forshay on this special edition of MetaPod. Dive into why getting trade codes…

S2E14 Adapting with Purpose: How to Align Your Strategy to Tariff Risks

Jun 25, 2025 12m

Explore tariff-driven relocation readiness and supply chain diversification strategy with Kim Crabtree and MetaExpertⓇ Bez Hoxha on this special edition of Meta Pod. Dive into a five-phase framework…

S2E14 Profit Under Fire: How to Navigate Tariffs Without Sacrificing Supply

Jun 25, 2025 10m

Explore tariff strategy and supply chain resilience with MetaExpertⓇ Ben Harmsen on this special edition of MetaPod. Dive into how one company protected $80M in revenue, minimized price increases,…

S2E13 Practical AI for Your Team: Train Faster, Work Smarter

Jun 23, 2025 39m

Explore the skilled trades labor shortage and AI-powered onboarding with Ron Crabtree and Derek Crager on MetaPod. Dive into how AI tools like voice-activated mentors can capture tribal knowledge,…

S2E12 From Stalled to Soaring: How Culture, Talent, and Mindset Fuel Resilience

Jun 09, 2025 49m

Explore the untapped power of human potential and organizational change readiness with Ron Crabtree and Ernesto Gomez on MetaPod. Dive into strategies to unlock performance, assess team culture, and…

S2E11 The Forever Labor Shortage: How to Train, Retain, and Thrive

May 26, 2025 32m

Explore the forever labor shortage and workforce efficiency strategies with Ron Crabtree and Travis Ellinger on MetaPod. Dive into why technical roles are increasingly hard to fill, how to build…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does MetaPod have?

MetaPod has published 55 episodes since April 2024, covering topics in Business, Management.

Is MetaPod still active?

MetaPod is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 34m.

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