In this episode of Machine Shop Tech Talk, Arthur sits down with Jesse, the owner of a machining and fabrication facility, to dive into his incredible journey from building skateboard ramps as a kid to crafting custom drumsticks and eventually manufacturing gunstocks on CNC machines. Jesse shares his story of perseverance, innovation, and the importance of loving what you do. From sleeping in his car at trade shows to retrofitting industrial machines, Jesse’s journey is a testament to the power ...
Mar 06, 2025•18 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Machine Shop Tech Talk , Arthur sits down with Tim, a passionate advocate for trades education, to discuss his groundbreaking work in bringing machining education to high schools in Calgary. Tim shares how he developed an open educational resource (OER) called Machine Shop Fundamentals , a free online curriculum designed to teach students and teachers the basics of machining, from reading measuring tools to safely operating lathes and mills. Discover how Tim rallied local busi...
Mar 06, 2025•18 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Machine Shop Tech Talk , Arthur sits down with Andriy to dive deep into the world of SR&ED (Scientific Research and Experimental Development). Did you know that billions of dollars in government funding are left unclaimed by Canadian companies every year? Whether you're a machine shop, a manufacturer, or a tech innovator, SR&ED could be the key to unlocking significant financial support for your R&D efforts. Andriy breaks down what SR&ED is, who qualifies, ...
Mar 05, 2025•19 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Machine Shop Tech Talk , Arthur sits down with Mike, the founder of MotoTool, to discuss the challenges machine shop owners face when sourcing tools and getting quotes. Mike shares his journey from being a machinist to starting his own machine shop, Exact Industries, and how his experiences led him to create MotoTool—a platform designed to bring transparency and efficiency to the industry. Learn how MotoTool is simplifying the process of finding tools, getting accurate pricing...
Mar 05, 2025•9 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Machine Shop Tech Talk , Arthur sits down with Steven to explore the fascinating intersection of gaming and manufacturing. From the competitive mindset of high-score gaming to the cooperative dynamics of team-based play, Steven shares how gamification can transform workplace culture, boost productivity, and make the shop floor a more engaging and enjoyable environment. Whether you're a shop owner, manager, or machinist, this conversation offers actionable insights on how t...
Mar 05, 2025•22 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Machine Shop Tech Talk , Arthur sits down with Paul from Pro Shop ERP to explore how manufacturers can stay agile in a fast-paced industry. From urgent customer demands to last-minute design revisions, Paul shares actionable insights on leveraging digital tools to streamline workflows, eliminate paper-based bottlenecks, and respond to changes with confidence. Discover real-world stories—like resolving a critical revision mix-up in minutes from the side of the road—and learn ho...
Mar 05, 2025•20 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Who is a leader? Most people think of bosses, CEOs and Owners when you ask them. However, ANYONE, in ANY role can be a leader. In every moment of your life, you have the choice to Lead, Follow, or GET OUT OF THE WAY. Listen in as Kirk shares his insights from a wide breadth of experience from highschool, to the military, to being General Manager for several companies all at once.
Feb 08, 2025•24 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Everyone telling you you need preventative maintenance? Tayler shares why, and, how to get started with the 3 biggest culprits that are causing your most downtime.
Feb 01, 2025•19 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast Todays guest is a CMMS all-star! My buddy Greg Christensen is the host of CMMSradio, a podcast about all things CMMS (computerized maintenance management software), and a consultant who draws on his 3+ decades of experience in CMMS, FM, Maintenance Management, and the like. After thousands of demos, even more client interactions and projects, and numerous deployments. Co-founder and VP of CMMS, relentlessly pursuing the "elusive win-win," the podcast helps even more companies and people navigate...
Jan 25, 2025•25 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Do you know the importance of the trades to North America? Don't know what to do to make a difference?! Fear not, on todays episode our guest brings you a ton of actionable options to secure the future of North America. Todays guest is moving and shaking the manufacturing industry as BDM for Loudon County in Virginia USA, with one of THE longest titles ever, you can hear the man himself deliver it a few minutes into the video. Connect with Brandon Ferris, MS, MBA https://www.linkedin.com/in/bran...
Jan 18, 2025•20 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Ray has spent his career in manufacturing, starting in the quality assurance field he has worked his way up to running a company while also devoting his weekends and evenings to developing courses to train up anyone on the skills they need most.
Jan 11, 2025•44 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Don has been in the cutting tool world his entire career, in this episode he lays out the keys to having success with any tools at the spindle.
Jan 02, 2025•52 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast This is the first episode, focusing on youth in Manufacturing! Join us as Atulram Vucha shares from his journey as a young man of 21, through school, and into his very exciting career path, completely designed by his interests! Connect with this amazing young man on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atulramv/
Oct 12, 2024•21 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast 
