Show Me the Tungsten
Graff-Pinkert’s used machine tool business has been challenging for the last couple of years. It has always been a cyclical business that takes grit, creativity, and a willingness to pivot when times are grim. We have moved into consulting and matchmaking for machining companies and brokering expensive, sophisticated machines like

The Man Who Never Stops Teaching, with Logan McGhan-EP 266
Today’s podcast is about mentorship, finding it, and paying it back. Logan McGhan is an old friend of mine from the used machinery business who

Will the Chinese Invade the US Auto Market?
Donald Trump spent three days in Beijing last week. Among the things they discussed was the American and Chinese automotive industry. The United States has

Manufacturing a $70,000 Wristwatch in the United States, with Josh Shapiro EP-174
Have you ever wondered what it takes to manufacture luxury watches that cost tens of thousands of dollars? This is the episode to find out!

Rifles, Racing, and Rhinos, with Tim Betts–EP 265
I met Tim Betts a few weeks ago when he was shopping for a Willemin mill-turn we had for sale. One conversation in and I

Should I Make a Video Nobody Is Going to Watch?
I just made a video for my serendipity YouTube channel that likely will get less than 30 views. Ironically, the videos I spend the most

Be THE Leader, with Ryan Avery–EP 264
Sometimes I feel like I’m a good leader. I think I’ve always believed at least that I could be. The insecure statement comes from my

