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Machinist Therapy Hotline

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Welcome to the Machinist Therapy Hotline. Your hosts Shane, Tony, Dan and Jody will dive into the world of manufacturing, covering topics ranging from machining to the social element of workshops. Discussing cnc machining, manual machining and basically anything that involves making chips. The guys will have a guest host on every alternating episode and talk to them with a no BS approach, a smattering of great humour and an intent of extracting the REAL person within, that means that nothing is off the table! So sit back and enjoy the conversation.
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Episodes

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 58

Where is your moral compass? could you turn away millions of dollars because the gut feel isn't there? Lets discuss! Welcome to the machinist therapy hotline - call us with your problems

Jan 16, 202445 min

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 57

Recorded on New Years eve 2023 - just when you thought we would never do another episode, bang! More of a catch up between hosts and planning around the future of the MTH for 2024, we are geared up and ready to get into it.

Jan 05, 20241 hr 49 min

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 56

We decided that there was no point in making excuses for our absence in recent months, so we unashamedly just.... Get on with the podcast! Today we discuss compressors, robots, dream demons and dead dogs. Welcome to machinist therapy hotline, the phonelines are open!

Jan 07, 20231 hr 50 minSeason 4Ep. 56

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 55

This week we talk to David McClure ( insta @cnccuttingedge ) an out there guy who enjoys sticking dildos to cnc milling machines. He walks us through the parts of his life that led him to where he is now. Also the usual BS from the MTH.... Welcome to machinist therapy hotline, the phonelines are open!

Aug 02, 20221 hr 24 minSeason 3Ep. 55

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 54

Is it possible to pass an audit by putting a fuel can and matches on a table? Can Dan show us how small, small is? and what happens when a bear walks into a bar? Welcome to Machinist Therapy Hotline - we are open to take your calls

Jul 02, 20221 hr 19 minSeason 3Ep. 54

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 53

This week the guys talk to Sean Miksys, co founder of Great Lakes Machining, a self proclaimed jack of all trades…. Master of none, this is the dude who walked away from a beautiful private funded shop to explore more about his life. Drinking issues and other things arise. Get strapped in, this one’s a goody. Welcome to the Machinist Therapy Hotline

Jun 19, 20221 hr 45 minSeason 3Ep. 53

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 52

We have a new guy joining the Team!! 3 becomes 4 again. Welcome to the club Dan..... Dan Rudolph has years of experience in the manufacturing world. A family business owner making quality product for the medical sector. This is Machinist Therapy Hotline, we are open to take your calls.

Jun 03, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 52

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 51

Tony, Shane and Jody talk openly about how the dynamic of the #instamachinist community has changed with the evolution of instagram, not necessarily for the better. Also discussing new machines and getting automation specialists to do the robot. This is the Machinist Therapy Hotline, the phone lines are open! If you would like to give us some feedback, feel free to contact us here -> [email protected]

Mar 25, 20221 hr 10 minSeason 4Ep. 51

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 50

The guys finally get the time to sit down and talk shop. Jody's recent health scare comes up, Tony's new machine and Shane shares some info. All with the usual twist of humour and skilled knowledge. Welcome to machinist therapy hotline, we are ready to take your call #machinisttherapyhotline #manufacturingpodcast #instamachinist

Mar 07, 20221 hr 13 minSeason 4Ep. 50

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 49

Finishing off 2021, the MTH crew provide some shop talk and some cutting edge tools like the TC2000 swarf conveyor. Chuck in some swiss machining and some all round silliness and you have yourself a true MTH podcast! Thanks as always for listening! feedback and suggestions are always welcome, send your emails to [email protected]

Jan 10, 20221 hr 21 minSeason 3Ep. 49

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 48

After a little break away from the glamorous podcast lifestyle, the guys are back to catch up and see what's what in the world of machining and everyday engineering. A question that really needed to be answered.... did Tony buy a new machine? This is the Machinist Therapy Hotline, the phone lines are open! If you would like to give us some feedback, feel free to contact us here -> [email protected]

Oct 17, 20211 hr 27 minSeason 3Ep. 48

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 47

This week the guys discuss tony's Okuma breakdown and the way in which the Gosiger service technician has approached the diagnosis, this also happens to be the very first episode that the MTH crew have recorded for YouTube. As always, there is the smattering of humour and the random rants! Welcome to Machinist Therapy hotline - we are open for discussion You can find us on: Instagram @machinist_therapy_hotline YouTube - Machinist Therapy Hotline #instamachinist #machinisttherapyhotline...

Jul 18, 20211 hr 29 minSeason 3Ep. 47

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 46

This week we had the pleasure of chatting with Brandon Bebault, a self proclaimed tinkerer/machinist and mad scientist - Heres what he had to say: "Blue collar for life and 11 years in, love anything high voltage or anything mechanical rated in killonewtons, kilowatts or tons born and raised in Palmdale with the B2 and SR-71 parked a few blocks away. My forte is programming for multiaxis lathes (mill/turns) and Most of my experience is with the aerospace and some tool and die. travelled this cou...

Jun 23, 20211 hr 58 minSeason 3Ep. 46

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 45

This week we chat to Aaron Morrill aka The Cnc repair man “I grew up working on Cnc machines with my father. I’ve learned lots along the way and want to share what I know. Instagram has been a great way to meet and help other people. I’ve realized the need for more info online and easy access to parts. I want to be able to help you out by pointing you to a video about your problem with a link to the part you need to fix your problem #goals!” - Welcome to the Machinist Therapy Hotline

May 26, 20211 hr 16 minSeason 3Ep. 45

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 44

This week we talk to Mark Gregory Catano, Technical Manager for Hangsterfer's Laboratories, specialising in metal cutting fluids and coolants, mark has 20 + years in the industry and is a wealth of knowledge on the subject. He walks us through some of the key factors that should look out for to keep your coolant in tip top shape! you can find Mark on Instagram ( @coolantman_mark ) Welcome to Machinist Therapy Hotline

May 09, 20211 hr 59 minSeason 3Ep. 44

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 43

This week we chat to Denis lecouffe, owner of FFMetalworks. Denis has been machining since 2008, starting his career in aerospace, then he went on to work with trains, boats, heavy equipment and now he has been led to the automotive industry. He also runs a personal shop, which has a Haas VF2, Okuma Cadet, First knee mill and Dean, Smith and Grace lathe. Originally from Moncton, New Brunswick moved to Edmonton, Alberta and now Ottawa, Ontario area. Welcome to Machinist Therapy Hotline Today's se...

Apr 30, 20211 hr 19 minSeason 3Ep. 43

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 42

We sit down and talk with Troy Donovan, a specialist facade designer based in Sydney Australia, Troy explains how the connection between machining and Architecture is a lot closer than you thought, we also discuss the intricacies of creating extrusion dies and of course Troy has to answer the now infamous John Wick question! If you would like to see more of Troys work then you can find him on Instagram @the_donnies Welcome to Machinist Therapy Hotline

Apr 11, 20211 hr 52 minSeason 3Ep. 42

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 41

This week we meet Brandon Sudiswa his IG is @machineshopoutlaw A completely random dude that enjoys the manufacturing side of things. Learning new processes as he goes with the help of Instagram friends, Youtube, and Google. When he's not doing day job stuff he is working on a side hustle EDC Outlaw bringing modified/customized quality hand tools to everyone. All while trying to keep a good life balance and spending time with hie awesome wife Jodi and 2 fast growing boys Adam and Landon - Welcom...

Apr 02, 202157 minSeason 3Ep. 41

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 40

On this episode we have David Hernandez on (aka @cncbigdog) as he talks through how he got into the machining world and what that meant to him, having a boss that cares and what its like to suddenly have to look for a new job after more than 20 yrs. A great guy who works hard and has amazing hair. Welcome to Machinist Therapy Hotline. Want to support the podcast, then visit their instagram account @machinist_therapy_hotline and click the link in the bio to get some cool merchandise

Mar 17, 20211 hr 24 minSeason 3Ep. 40

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 39

This week the guys discuss the stresses of purchasing new machines, they also go into why people will leave a company, is it wage based or is it opportunity based or maybe its neither? also add microscopes, air fryers and checking surface finishes with your finger nails, welcome to the machinist therapy hotline! we are open for discussion. As always you can contact the team via [email protected] or DM via instagram @machinist_therapy_hotline

Feb 21, 20211 hr 12 minSeason 3Ep. 39

MTH - 2021 kick off

With Albert away sick, the guys decide to by pass machining and discuss politics, keyboards, lights from the hills and vasectomies. NOTE* The views discussed on this bonus episode are purely opinion based, If you are easily offended, then this might not be the episode for you

Jan 19, 20211 hr 13 min

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 38

In this episode the guys talk with Gavin Clair from Nu-Press in Cardiff, NSW, Australia. Gavin is a 31yr old production engineer who loves manufacturing and the intricacies of machining problems, he opens up about the struggles of running a large shop and how he has developed macros that work with the machine and the operator. how to deal with stress and how to understand swedish magic tricks. For more information follow our instagram page @machinist_therapy_hotline

Dec 14, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 38

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 37

This week the team talk about ERP systems, odd threads and goats! Boomer also brings along his keyboard to get into the musical spirit. As always the guys attempt to answer questions in a relatable fashion and put their unique spin the topics discussed. If you would like to get involved in the chat then flick us an email [email protected] #mth #machinisttherapyhotline #manufacturingpodcast

Nov 30, 20201 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 37

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 36

On this episode we speak with the super fast guy Matt Sackman, he started with Don Schumacher Racing (DSR) in 2013 as a clutch assistant/tyre specialist on Antron Brown’s Matco Tools Top Fuel dragster. He was promoted to cylinder head specialist in 2018. As a cylinder head specialist, Sackman works with NHRA Top Fuel cars. A Top Fuel dragster is the fastest accelerating car in the world, with some reaching 335 miles per hour. He tells us what its like to hit those speeds and what it takes to be ...

Oct 21, 20201 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 36

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 35

Having builders in your shop can be a challenge especially when you are trying to still produce components, Jody explains his current struggles as he gets the foundation ready for the new machine arrival. The team also discuss the MTH Photo a Day ( #MTHPAD ) posts and how great it is to get everybody involved and as the US election gets closer the guys decided to chuck their opinions in the hat, watch out! Don't forget to hit the subscribe button

Oct 07, 20201 hr 42 minSeason 2Ep. 35

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 34

In this episode we have Brandon Mathis as our guest, he is a sales manager for Ellison Technologies in the United States of America, based just outside of Nashville, he is selling Doosan machines and other types of machine tools. We openly discuss topics such as machine tool pricing, where the industry is going and how to play the trumpet. Brandon is a great guy with heaps of experience in the machine tool industry - go check out his instagram page @ubmathis

Sep 22, 20201 hr 23 minSeason 2Ep. 34

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 33

Albert finally discusses the issues he has been having with DMG MORI, when customer Service should be king but unfortunately Albert has been dumped on, the team discuss where it went wrong and what DMG MORI could have done better. They also get funky with their first tool and we wonder who is at the door? The Machinist Therapy Hotline is in session!

Sep 06, 20201 hr 49 minSeason 2Ep. 33

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 32

We catch up with Ryan Bankel, owner of IMAGO manufacturing an ISO certified, 100% Solar Powered, precision CNC machining company specializing in short to mid-range production of CNC parts with milled features. With over 30 years of machining experience in a variety of applications, Ryan spearheads the Imago movement to revolutionize precision machining, one order at a time. Proud father to Chloe and Leo, husband of 20 years to wife, Carrie, imitation fly fisherman and land- locked surfer. We tal...

Aug 25, 20201 hr 26 minSeason 2Ep. 32

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 31

Motivating people can be difficult, the boys try to tackle this subject the only way they know how, full on and with no sugar coating! Tony explains how he managed to fix his coolant pump for free (in the end) and albert drives his car during the podcast, most likely towards a sandwich shop. Welcome aboard episode 31, we suggest not getting off once its departed as its going way too fast. Thanks for listening and remember if you want to get involved then email us via our bio on the instagram pag...

Aug 10, 20201 hr 24 minSeason 2Ep. 31

Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 30

The retirement episode, knowing that eventually we will all hit a certain age where retirement will be only around the corner, the team decide to have a go at attacking it head on. As per usual, there's a some deep conversations but plenty of laughs along the way too.

Jul 27, 202038 minSeason 2Ep. 30
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