It's always a good show when we talk about metal. So it was pure awesome having Merrin Muxlow, who leads partnerships for the Investment Casting Institute, join us to tell us about the world of metal casting. In this short, Merrin talks about the advantages of the confluence of 3D printing and the casting world. In the full version of the show, Merrin discusses the importance of investment casting in various industries, including aerospace and heavy machinery, and highlights the need for localized production due to supply chain disruptions. She emphasizes the role of education and collaboration in addressing the manufacturing skills gap. Merrin also touches on the integration of 3D printing and automation in casting processes, aiming to make production faster and more efficient. The conversation concludes with a call for sustained efforts to revitalize manufacturing and promote hands-on learning. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/wYwh2QH7E04

It's always a good show when we talk about metal. So it was pure awesome having Merrin Muxlow, who leads partnerships for the Investment Casting Institute, join us to tell us about the world of metal casting. In this short, Merrin discusses the bifurcated nature of the investment casting industry - booming for complex high-precision work and busting for commodity parts. In the full version of the show, Merrin discusses the importance of investment casting in various industries, including aerospace and heavy machinery, and highlights the need for localized production due to supply chain disruptions. She emphasizes the role of education and collaboration in addressing the manufacturing skills gap. Merrin also touches on the integration of 3D printing and automation in casting processes, aiming to make production faster and more efficient. The conversation concludes with a call for sustained efforts to revitalize manufacturing and promote hands-on learning. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/wYwh2QH7E04

It's always a good show when we talk about metal. So it was pure awesome having Merrin Muxlow, who leads partnerships for the Investment Casting Institute, join us to tell us about the world of metal casting. In this short, Merrin talks about how industry and automation can help us build a good society. In the full version of the show, Merrin discusses the importance of investment casting in various industries, including aerospace and heavy machinery, and highlights the need for localized production due to supply chain disruptions. She emphasizes the role of education and collaboration in addressing the manufacturing skills gap. Merrin also touches on the integration of 3D printing and automation in casting processes, aiming to make production faster and more efficient. The conversation concludes with a call for sustained efforts to revitalize manufacturing and promote hands-on learning. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/wYwh2QH7E04

It's always a good show when we talk about metal. So it was pure awesome having Merrin Muxlow, who leads partnerships for the Investment Casting Institute, join us to tell us about the world of metal casting. In this short, Merrin discusses why bringing industry back to America is so vital, and some of what it will take to get us there. In the full version of the show, Merrin discusses the importance of investment casting in various industries, including aerospace and heavy machinery, and highlights the need for localized production due to supply chain disruptions. She emphasizes the role of education and collaboration in addressing the manufacturing skills gap. Merrin also touches on the integration of 3D printing and automation in casting processes, aiming to make production faster and more efficient. The conversation concludes with a call for sustained efforts to revitalize manufacturing and promote hands-on learning. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/wYwh2QH7E04

It's always a good show when we talk about metal. So it was pure awesome having Merrin Muxlow, who leads partnerships for the Investment Casting Institute, join us to tell us about the world of metal casting. Merrin discusses the importance of investment casting in various industries, including aerospace and heavy machinery, and highlights the need for localized production due to supply chain disruptions. She emphasizes the role of education and collaboration in addressing the manufacturing skills gap. Merrin also touches on the integration of 3D printing and automation in casting processes, aiming to make production faster and more efficient. The conversation concludes with a call for sustained efforts to revitalize manufacturing and promote hands-on learning. In this short, Merrin discusses the fundamental nature of metal casting. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/wYwh2QH7E04

It's always a good show when we talk about metal. So it was pure awesome having Merrin Muxlow, who leads partnerships for the Investment Casting Institute, join us to tell us about the world of metal casting. Merrin discusses the importance of investment casting in various industries, including aerospace and heavy machinery, and highlights the need for localized production due to supply chain disruptions. She emphasizes the role of education and collaboration in addressing the manufacturing skills gap. Merrin also touches on the integration of 3D printing and automation in casting processes, aiming to make production faster and more efficient. The conversation concludes with a call for sustained efforts to revitalize manufacturing and promote hands-on learning. Highlights: - The Importance of Investment Casting - Educational Programs and Public Perception - Challenges and Opportunities in Manufacturing - The Role of Academia and Personal Experiences - Advancements in Manufacturing Technology - Regulations and Public Policy It's a brilliant discussion thanks to Merrin's expertise - tune in for the whole thing! The Chris Power article: https://www.thefp.com/p/america-wont-exist-if-we-cant-build-things-china-industrial-power Our host's Forbes article about the METAL program: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jimvinoski/2025/06/30/new-mtu-iacmi-partnership-expands-metallurgy-education-and-outreach/ The Investment Casting Institute: https://www.investmentcasting.org/

Jeff Leimbach's *Broken Supply Chains: How Financial Engineering Hollowed American Manufacturing and the Complex Journey to Resilience* absolutely nails the main factors that drove so much of American industry overseas. So it was a treat to have him on the show to talk about how we got here and how we fix things. In this clip, I launched into a bit of a soliloquy about the problem with treating free trade as sacrosanct. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/EYy5ZfUN-VU

Jeff Leimbach's *Broken Supply Chains: How Financial Engineering Hollowed American Manufacturing and the Complex Journey to Resilience* absolutely nails the main factors that drove so much of American industry overseas. So it was a treat to have him on the show to talk about how we got here and how we fix things. In this clip, Jeff discusses the ruinous nature of short-term thinking and the focus on value extraction that drives not only many private equity investors, but also corporate and Wall Street types. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/EYy5ZfUN-VU Jeff's book: https://tinyurl.com/2hte5p5p

Jeff Leimbach's *Broken Supply Chains: How Financial Engineering Hollowed American Manufacturing and the Complex Journey to Resilience* absolutely nails the main factors that drove so much of American industry overseas. So it was a treat to have him on the show to talk about how we got here and how we fix things. In this clip, Jeff talks about the potential downside of selling your manufacturing business to private equity, and how we can help realize the true potential of manufacturing. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/EYy5ZfUN-VU Jeff's book: https://tinyurl.com/2hte5p5p

Jeff Leimbach's *Broken Supply Chains: How Financial Engineering Hollowed American Manufacturing and the Complex Journey to Resilience* absolutely nails the main factors that drove so much of American industry overseas. So it was a treat to have him on the show to talk about how we got here and how we fix things. In this clip, Jeff discusses how the current fad of short-term focus helped crater manufacturing, and why a long-term view is essential to manufacturing business success. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/EYy5ZfUN-VU Jeff's book: https://tinyurl.com/2hte5p5p

Jeff Leimbach's *Broken Supply Chains: How Financial Engineering Hollowed American Manufacturing and the Complex Journey to Resilience* absolutely nails the main factors that drove so much of American industry overseas. So it was a treat to have him on the show to talk about how we got here and how we fix things. This clip represents the basic message he brought - the how and why of our industrial decline in America, and how we set about turning things around. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/EYy5ZfUN-VU Jeff's book: https://tinyurl.com/2hte5p5p

So, this dude sends me a copy of his book... then pesters me relentlessly to read it. And I'm really glad he did. Jeff Leimbach's *Broken Supply Chains: How Financial Engineering Hollowed American Manufacturing and the Complex Journey to Resilience* absolutely nails the main factors that drove so much of American industry overseas. So it was a treat to have him on the show to talk about how we got here and how we fix things. Jeff's ideas come from his decades of experience in manufacturing. He discusses the negative impact of short-term financial strategies, such as private equity's focus on quick returns, which often leads to the extraction of value from companies. He emphasizes the need for innovation, continuous education, and collaboration among government, educators, and businesses to revitalize manufacturing. He calls for manufacturers to advocate for themselves and the industry, and for increased awareness of available resources and support. Highlights: - Discussion on Financial Engineering and Extraction - Impact of Private Equity on Manufacturing - Challenges and Solutions for Manufacturing - The Role of National and Local Organizations - Call to Action for Manufacturers There's so much more, you absolutely owe it to yourself to check out this whole episode, and go get your own copy of Jeff's book and read the whole thing. Then join us in helping right our American industrial ship. Jeff's book: https://tinyurl.com/2hte5p5p

What a great bunch of know-how Ed Marsh, founder of Ed Marsh Consulting, brings us in this episode! He discusses the importance of revenue growth in manufacturing and emphasizes the need for a systematic approach similar to manufacturing's continuous improvement, focusing on integrated steps and prioritizing efficiency. Ed highlights the disparity between advanced manufacturing processes and outdated marketing and sales strategies. He stresses the importance of board directors understanding modern revenue growth methods and the role of AI and digital tools in enhancing sales processes. He also tackles the challenges of balancing private equity expectations with long-term business sustainability and the necessity for companies to adapt to changing customer. In this short clip, Ed and I delve into a subject that's become more and more important to me: family ownership of a manufaturing company versus private equity involvement. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/GnVvj53QRbQ

What a great bunch of know-how Ed Marsh, founder of Ed Marsh Consulting, brings us in this episode! He discusses the importance of revenue growth in manufacturing and emphasizes the need for a systematic approach similar to manufacturing's continuous improvement, focusing on integrated steps and prioritizing efficiency. Ed highlights the disparity between advanced manufacturing processes and outdated marketing and sales strategies. He stresses the importance of board directors understanding modern revenue growth methods and the role of AI and digital tools in enhancing sales processes. He also tackles the challenges of balancing private equity expectations with long-term business sustainability and the necessity for companies to adapt to changing customer. In this short clip, Ed talks about the importance of realizing how things have changed in today's sales world, and modifying your approach to be effective in our current market environment. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/GnVvj53QRbQ

What a great bunch of know-how Ed Marsh, founder of Ed Marsh Consulting, brings us in this episode! He discusses the importance of revenue growth in manufacturing and emphasizes the need for a systematic approach similar to manufacturing's continuous improvement, focusing on integrated steps and prioritizing efficiency. Ed highlights the disparity between advanced manufacturing processes and outdated marketing and sales strategies. He stresses the importance of board directors understanding modern revenue growth methods and the role of AI and digital tools in enhancing sales processes. He also tackles the challenges of balancing private equity expectations with long-term business sustainability and the necessity for companies to adapt to changing customer. In this short clip, Ed discusses the importance of ecommerce in your sales toolkit. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/GnVvj53QRbQ

What a great bunch of know-how Ed Marsh, founder of Ed Marsh Consulting, brings us in this episode! He discusses the importance of revenue growth in manufacturing and emphasizes the need for a systematic approach similar to manufacturing's continuous improvement, focusing on integrated steps and prioritizing efficiency. Ed highlights the disparity between advanced manufacturing processes and outdated marketing and sales strategies. He stresses the importance of board directors understanding modern revenue growth methods and the role of AI and digital tools in enhancing sales processes. He also tackles the challenges of balancing private equity expectations with long-term business sustainability and the necessity for companies to adapt to changing customer. In this short clip, Ed talks about the need to flex to fulfill your customers' needs by beating the commoditized sales process - and that means hiring top-level human sales talent. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/GnVvj53QRbQ

What a great bunch of know-how Ed Marsh, founder of Ed Marsh Consulting, brings us in this episode! He discusses the importance of revenue growth in manufacturing and emphasizes the need for a systematic approach similar to manufacturing's continuous improvement, focusing on integrated steps and prioritizing efficiency. Ed highlights the disparity between advanced manufacturing processes and outdated marketing and sales strategies. He stresses the importance of board directors understanding modern revenue growth methods and the role of AI and digital tools in enhancing sales processes. He also tackles the challenges of balancing private equity expectations with long-term business sustainability and the necessity for companies to adapt to changing customer. In this short clip, Ed talks about the true fundamentals of selling. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/GnVvj53QRbQ

What a great bunch of know-how Ed Marsh, founder of Ed Marsh Consulting, brings us in this episode! He discusses the importance of revenue growth in manufacturing and emphasizes the need for a systematic approach similar to manufacturing's continuous improvement, focusing on integrated steps and prioritizing efficiency. Ed highlights the disparity between advanced manufacturing processes and outdated marketing and sales strategies. He stresses the importance of board directors understanding modern revenue growth methods and the role of AI and digital tools in enhancing sales processes. He also tackles the challenges of balancing private equity expectations with long-term business sustainability and the necessity for companies to adapt to changing customer. Here are the details: 04:00 - Revenue Growth and Marketing Challenges 08:15 - Continuous Improvement in Revenue Growth 14:45 - The Role of Executives and Boards 21:45 - Private Equity and Family Businesses 27:30 - Changing Mindset from Internal to Customer Focus There's a whole lot more, too! Check out the whole thing.

What a treat it was to have Patrick Anderson, founder of Anderson Economic Group, join us to discuss the economic impact of electric vehicle (EV) costs and tariffs on the automotive industry! Patrick always brings fresh, informed insights backed with oodles of research. Here Patrick finishes our discussion with an inspiring short message. See the full episode here: https://youtu.be/EBet-ldBhgA

What a treat it was to have Patrick Anderson, founder of Anderson Economic Group, join us to discuss the economic impact of electric vehicle (EV) costs and tariffs on the automotive industry! Patrick always brings fresh, informed insights backed with oodles of research. Here Patrick discusses the move by GM to re-invest about $5 billion into ICE engine production, including $2 billion for the Orion plant right near him. See the full episode here: https://youtu.be/EBet-ldBhgA

What a treat it was to have Patrick Anderson, founder of Anderson Economic Group, join us to discuss the economic impact of electric vehicle (EV) costs and tariffs on the automotive industry! Patrick always brings fresh, informed insights backed with oodles of research. Here Patrick talks about what the chaos of tariffs and trade war threats have meant for car prices overall and used car prices particularly. If you're in the market, this is need-to-know stuff from one of the most brilliant analysts in the industry! See the full episode here: https://youtu.be/EBet-ldBhgA

What a treat it was to have Patrick Anderson, founder of Anderson Economic Group, join us to discuss the economic impact of electric vehicle (EV) costs and tariffs on the automotive industry! Patrick always brings fresh, informed insights backed with oodles of research. Here Patrick talks about the quality problems Ford has been struggling with for a while now, with far too many recalls in a tough market. As he points out, that's how the US auto industry landed in bankruptcy not too many years ago. See the full episode here: https://youtu.be/EBet-ldBhgA

What a treat it was to have Patrick Anderson, founder of Anderson Economic Group, join us to discuss the economic impact of electric vehicle (EV) costs and tariffs on the automotive industry! Patrick always brings fresh, informed insights backed with oodles of research. Here Patrick talks about the inconvenient truth that EVs have not taken off as predicted, to the extent that GM is re-opening a mothballed engine factory in his backyard. See the full episode here: https://youtu.be/EBet-ldBhgA

What a treat it was to have Patrick Anderson, founder of Anderson Economic Group, join us to discuss the economic impact of electric vehicle (EV) costs and tariffs on the automotive industry! Patrick always brings fresh, informed insights backed with oodles of research. See the full episode here: https://youtu.be/EBet-ldBhgA